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The Optimism ShowBoost User Retention with Game MechanicsIn this episode of the Optimism Show, Kris Gligoroski sits down with Jacob from Atlas to explore the nuanced world of user-driven game development on open social networks. Jacob, known for his innovative approaches within the gaming space on Farcaster, shares his insights on building immersive and socially integrated gaming experiences. As he discusses how to captivate and retain users, Jacob emphasizes the importance of delivering an "entertaining experience that they love and want to share," underscoring his strategy that leverages user engagement and organic growth through social connectivity.Together, they navigate the evolving landscape of game...2025-06-1822 min
The Optimism ShowFarcaster vs. Bluesky vs. Mastodon: Who Wins?In this episode of The Optimism Show, Kris Gligoroski explores the evolving landscape of blockchain social networks with Andrey Petrov, also known as @shazow. They delve into the dynamics of creator economies on platforms like Farcaster, where smaller yet economically engaged audiences can sustain creators. The conversation highlights the tension between algorithm-driven platforms and the potential for on-chain identity sovereignty. (00:00) Ownership and Audience in the Digital Age (00:49) The Role of Algorithms in Social Media (03:34) Bridging the Gap: Crypto Social Networks (05:46) The Future of Decentralized Social Networks (08:21) Governance...2025-06-0527 min
The Optimism ShowDecentralizing Education & Empowering CommunitiesIn this episode of The Optimism Show, Kris Gligoroski welcomes Will from Kingfisher Media to explore their pioneering Learn for Impact model. Will shares insights into transforming education through a learn-to-earn approach inspired by Web3 and the regenerative movement. The conversation underscores a commitment to social impact and explores pathways for empowering the global south through collaboration with initiatives like Magenta DAO. (00:07) Introduction to Will and Kingfisher Media (00:50) Exploring the Learn for Impact model and its educational foundation (02:44) Implementing learn-to-earn: Reimagining educational debt (06:24) How Learn for Impact integrates with...2025-05-2826 min
The Optimism ShowRebuilding Media with Web3 ValuesWill T dives into the future of decentralized media, lessons from Film3, and how Kingfisher Media is redefining education and publishing in Web3. From fair creator royalties to sustainable advisory models, this episode explores why blockchain is uniquely positioned to transform media—and how it’s already happening. We also touch on the challenges of distribution and the power of giving creators full control. Timestamps: 00:07 – The creator economy in Web3 00:29 – Moving beyond agency models and taking control 01:40 – The future of media is decentralized 02:42 – Film3: Surviving the bear mar...2025-05-1509 min
The Optimism ShowXMTP’s Vision: One Network, Infinite IdentitiesIn this episode of The Optimism Show, Shane Mac, founder of XMTP, breaks down how the future of online identity might work — and why flexibility, not centralization, could win. He shares XMTP’s approach to universal identity, why user-owned identities could become cultural status symbols, and how messaging networks must adapt to a multi-identity world.00:07 — How XMTP Thinks About Universal Identity 00:50 — Why XMTP Doesn’t Force a Single Namespace 01:36 — Importing and Using Any Identity 02:44 — Identities as New Social Status Symbols 03:30 — Community-Based Identity vs. Centralized Networks 04:15 — Building Flexible...2025-04-3005 min
The Optimism ShowXMTP: The Future of Private, Global CommunicationShane Mac, founder of XMTP, joins Kris to explore how the largest decentralized messaging protocol is reshaping online communication. From testnet launches and encryption standards to AI, agents, and global privacy, Shane shares why messaging is the next frontier for Web3 and how open protocols are unlocking a wave of innovation for developers.0:24 – What’s exciting at XMTP right now 1:15 – Why decentralization matters more than ever 2:20 – How XMTP handles regulation & backdoor demands 4:15 – Encryption vs ownership: who holds the key 5:50 – How apps built on XMTP can work with local laws 2025-04-1716 min
The Optimism ShowBuilding Alone on Farcaster: High Risk, Big VisionWhat happens when fintech meets Web3? In this episode, Kris Gligoroski sits down with Sinaver, the founder of PayFlow, to explore how onchain social payments are evolving—especially on platforms like Farcaster. From how he got started to the key differences between building on Lens vs. Farcaster, Sinaver shares honest lessons from the trenches of being a solo founder in a fast-moving ecosystem.We cover how the idea for PayFlow came to life, what it's like building with minimal resources, and the future of decentralized social payments.👉 Ideal for: builders, Web3 founders, and curious minds divin...2025-04-1013 min
The Optimism ShowWhat It’s Really Like to Build a Startup in Web3From startup lawsuits to DAO-powered launches, Willy (founder of Nounspace) shares his unfiltered Web3 founder journey. We talk about his early exits, how Nounspace evolved from a Nounish client into a full-blown platform, and the tough reality of building in crypto.This episode dives into funding, pivots, community ownership, and what it really takes to build something meaningful in Web3—especially when things don’t go as planned.00:42 — Startup lessons: from lawsuit to successful exit 01:50 — Launching Nounspace with Nouns DAO funding 02:38 — What changed in DAO governance & the challenge of sustainabi...2025-04-0813 min
The Optimism ShowCan AI Agents Be CoFounders? Would you let an AI run your community? Meet Nounspace Tom — an autonomous cofounder who writes, governs, and builds, all without sleeping. In this episode, Willy from Nounspace breaks down how AI agents are being integrated not just as tools, but as collaborators in decentralized platforms. From governance voting to building mini apps, Tom is a prototype of what’s coming next: AI agents with vision, voice, and value. This is the future of social coordination onchain — and it’s already here. 00:07 – The AI ticking clock: adapting before the landscape shifts 01:14...2025-04-0110 min
The Optimism ShowRebuilding Community Infrastructure for Web3In this episode of The Optimism Show, Kris Gligoroski talks with Willy, founder of Nounspace, a customizable Farcaster client evolving into full-stack infrastructure for token communities, DAOs, and creators. Discover how Nounspace is giving every onchain community its own branded hub—combining social, governance, and token utility in one place. Learn why governance, UX, and community coordination still present massive challenges, and how AI and modular tooling could change everything. If you’re building a Web3 project or running a tokenized community, this episode is packed with insights on how to make your community thrive—onchain and beyond. (00...2025-03-2722 min
The Optimism ShowThe Hidden Danger Behind Your Onchain IdentityIn this episode of The Optimism Show, Kris Gligoroski talks with Philip Sheldrake, founder of Adresso, a project rethinking digital identity and how we relate to systems that manage who we are online. Philip argues that most decentralized identity systems today simply digitize bureaucracy—and that could be a massive mistake. Discover how Web3 might be inheriting outdated concepts, why human identity is the number one challenge in computer science, and how biomimicry can inspire radically new ways of thinking about decentralization and digital trust. (00:07) Why decentralized identity might be broken by design (01:01) Bu...2025-03-2507 min
The Optimism ShowHow Onchain Tools Empower CreatorsIn this episode of The Optimism Show, Kris Gligoroski talks with Smoke and Ryan Kagy from TheCreators.com, a collective reshaping how creators collaborate, earn, and thrive in Web3. They discuss onchain creator empowerment, open-source tools for artists and developers, and ClankerCon—the biggest metaverse event for builders and creators on Base.Learn how onchain tools can make creative work sustainable, why traditional creator platforms are failing artists, and how Web3 can decentralize creative industries and unlock new monetization models.(00:07) Introduction to Smoke & Ryan from TheCreators.com(01:05) ClankerCon: The biggest metaverse ev...2025-03-2047 min
The Optimism ShowTokenized Websites with ENS Domains In this episode of The Optimism Show, Kris talks with Hid.eth, founder of WebHash, about reshaping web ownership, decentralized hosting, and how Web3 is revolutionizing content provenance. WebHash enables seamless no-code website creation on Web3, turning ENS domains into fully functional sites and even tokenizing websites as NFTs. Learn how Web3 can eliminate centralized hosting risks, empower creators with permissionless revenue, and create provable onchain ownership for digital content. (00:07) Introduction to Hid.eth & WebHash (01:22) How WebHash started: Using ENS domains for real websites (02:48) Why most ENS domains don’t have co...2025-03-1826 min
The Optimism ShowThe Meme Coin Strategy That Pays You to HODL! In this episode of The Optimism Show, Kris Gligoroski sits down with Tim Cox, the Partnerships Manager at PoolTogether, to discuss how Web3 projects can form high-impact partnerships without relying on traditional marketing playbooks. From using meme coins to drive engagement to incentivizing deposits through gamified rewards, Tim shares unique insights into growth, collaboration, and relationship-building in crypto. Discover why partnerships work differently in Web3, how to create viral incentives for communities, and why building first, then pitching is the ultimate growth hack. (00:07) How meme coin projects use PoolTogether to incentivize staking 2025-03-1408 min
The Optimism ShowDigital Identity Crisis – Are You Truly in Control?In this episode of The Optimism Show, Kris Gligoroski talks with Philip Sheldrake, a professional engineer and social science researcher, to discuss how Web3's approach to digital identity is deeply flawed and what we can do to fix it.Unlike traditional identity models, Web3 is unintentionally recreating bureaucratic structures, which could lead to surveillance risks, limited agency, and centralized control over decentralized systems. Philip breaks down why this is happening, the dangers of reusable KYC & social graphs, and how we can take a more human-centered approach to identity with solutions like Addresso.(00:07...2025-03-1353 min
The Optimism ShowMixing DeFi an Meme Coins Tim Cox, Partnerships Manager at PoolTogether, shares insights on leveraging PoolTogether to incentivize meme coin and crypto community engagement through prize pools and token rewards. He highlights practical, low-code strategies for creating token-based incentives and contrasts the flexible, relational nature of Web3 partnerships with traditional Web2 approaches.00:07 - Tim discusses meme coin projects using PoolTogether.00:18 - Kris notes benefits for larger meme coins.00:33 - Tim explains PoolTogether's prize pools and token distribution.01:55 - Kris comments on the simplicity and effectiveness of the method.02:17 - Tim describes combining POAPs with ERC20 tokens for community rewards.04:15 - Kris...2025-03-1208 min
The Optimism ShowThe Smart Way to Establish Partnerships In this episode, Tim Cox, Partnerships Manager at PoolTogether, joins us to discuss the power of partnerships in Web3, how AI is revolutionizing crypto marketing, and the unexpected role of meme coins. We explore guerrilla marketing strategies, creative incentives, and how PoolTogether is making saving fun with its no-loss prize model. 00:00 - Intro: Meet Tim Cox & PoolTogether 01:00 - Tim’s journey from nonprofit marketing to Web3 03:00 - How PoolTogether gamifies savings & partnerships 05:30 - Integrating meme coins & creative incentives 08:00 - What makes Web3 partnerships unique vs. Web2 ...2025-03-1134 min
The Optimism ShowCrypto Farms In Puerto Rico with Kokonut NetworkIn this episode of The Optimism Show, Kris Gligoroski talks with Wasabi, the founder of Kokonut Network, a DAO transforming real-world assets and agriculture through Web3. Unlike traditional RWA-backed crypto projects, Kokonut Network removes middlemen, empowers local farmers, and builds long-term, nature-backed value. Learn how coconut trees act as bear market-proof assets, why real-world agriculture could drive decentralized economies, and how non-technical founders can leverage blockchain tools to build powerful DAOs. (00:41) What is Kokonut Network? (07:21) Coconut trees as bear market-proof assets (08:01) The problem with real-world assets in crypto today (12:18) Decentralizing ownership...2025-03-0444 min
The Optimism ShowSmall Action-Oriented DAOs For Agile CoordinationTravis, known as Earth2Travis, is a core contributor at DAOHaus and the creator of Farcastle, a project transforming Farcaster channels into DAOs. In this episode, we discuss DAO challenges, unruggable crowdfunding, and how Farcaster can revolutionize decentralized coordination. (00:07) Travis' Background & Journey into DAOs (03:02) Lessons from Getting Rugged & Building Unruggable Crowdfunding (06:46) Why DAOs Fail: Coordination Challenges & Governance Issues (09:17) The Future of DAOs: Why They Should Function Like Bands (10:18) Farcastle: Turning Farcaster Channels into DAOs for More Agile Coordination (14:21) Crypto’s Execution Problem & Making DAOs More Action-Oriented ...2025-02-2635 min
The Optimism ShowFunding Public Goods Using Alternative MethodsGarm is the co-founder of Glo Dollar, a stablecoin designed to fund public goods. In this episode, we dive into the evolving landscape of public goods funding, how builders can balance sustainability with impact, and why traditional models need to be reimagined. Topics Covered & Timestamps (00:07) Introduction: The Challenges of Public Goods Funding (01:03) The Need for New Public Goods Funding Models (05:32) Alternative Models: Bountycaster, Scout Game & Decentralized Incentives (08:18) Balancing Public Goods & Profitability: Finding the Right Model (11:56) Why Public Goods Funding is Always a Struggle (14:18) The Power...2025-02-1815 min
The Optimism ShowMeme Coins For Product Virality & Bootstrapping Lior Goldenberg is the founder of Covariance, Co-Owned Growth Studio, and most recently Product Clank. In this episode, we discuss how builders can fund experiments, the evolving venture funding landscape, and how Product Clank is bridging the gap between traders, builders, and users. (00:07) Introduction & Lior’s Background (04:41) The Zero-Cost Startup Era & The Future of Venture Funding (06:26) Product Clank: The Vision for Distributing Ideas & Products (11:10) Bridging the Gap Between Traders, Builders & Users (13:17) The Challenge of Distribution & How Product Clank Solves It (16:46) Reputation & Trust as a New Signal for St...2025-02-1436 min
The Optimism ShowThe Attention Economy Is a Trap—Can Decentralized Data Save Us?Trigs is a DAO veteran, governance researcher, and expert in grant ecosystems, working with projects like Octant and Coordinate to improve decentralized structures. In this episode, we dive into DAO governance, the future of decentralized organizations, and how to break out of the dark loop of the attention economy. (00:07) Introduction & Trigs’ Background in DAOs (02:20) The State of DAOs Today & Why Most Fail to Achieve True Decentralization (06:01) Breaking Away from Plutocracy: The Future of DAO Governance (10:18) The Six Pillars of Effective Decentralized Organizations (17:02) Privacy, Data Control & The Role of Knowledge Ma...2025-02-0740 min
The Optimism ShowDAO Security & AI Agents Zeugh is a DAO aficionado and governance researcher, deeply involved in Juicebox DAO and governance security with Blockful. In this episode, we discuss DAOs, governance security, AI, and the evolving regulatory landscape.(00:07) Introduction & Zeugh’s Background in DAOs(01:30) The State of DAO Governance & Why Most DAOs Are Stuck in Plutocracy(06:03) Alternative Governance Models & Experimenting Beyond Plutocracy(07:56) How Zeugh Would Redesign DAOs for Better Governance(11:21) AI in DAOs: The Role of AI Delegates & AI-Governed DAOs(16:11) The Security Risks in DAO Governance & Common Vulnerabilities(25:32) What Founders Should Consider When Creating a DAO(35:12) The Future of DAOs in a Changing Regulatory La...2025-01-3141 min
The Optimism ShowSimplifying Onchain GovernanceArnold Almeida is the Founder of Lighthouse and Signals, two innovative projects aimed at transforming the DAO governance ecosystem by enhancing communication, decision-making, and token governance. (00:01) Introduction and background of Arnold Almeida (02:01) How DAOs can use governance to reclaim power and enhance accountability (07:04) Lighthouse: Transforming DAO communication (14:33) The future of DAO governance and Lighthouse's role (17:01) Signals: Revolutionizing ideation in DAOs (25:39) Combatting DAO fatigue through prioritization tools (29:26) Epoch-based token emissions for equitable distribution (34:11) The evolution of onchain governance and human behavior (47:46) Challenges...2025-01-2256 min
The Optimism ShowUsing Stablecoins to Fund Public GoodsGarm is the Co-Founder of Glo Dollar, a nonprofit stablecoin project designed to fund public goods and empower the crypto ecosystem through transparency and innovation.Garm's DEVCON Speech: https://youtu.be/J2aw52g_OJI?si=ptKIVfdxMauk4vyy(00:40) The vision of Glo Dollar as a nonprofit stablecoin(03:04) Garm's journey from fintech to creating Glo Dollar(08:06) Competing with giants like USDC and Tether in the stablecoin market(14:40) Glo Dollar's strategy to scale and support the ecosystem(19:47) How Glo Dollar funds public goods through user...2025-01-1626 min
The Optimism ShowAre AI Agents the Future of Crypto? | Optimism ShowNavin Vethanyagam is the Chief Brain of IQ.wiki, the largest blockchain encyclopedia in the world. Their current focus is creating AI agents with sovereignty and composability for DeFi and beyond.(00:07) The future of AI agents and their impact on DeFi and other industries(01:30) How IQ ATP enables real-time data processing and sovereignty in AI agents(05:01) Simplifying DeFi with AI agents to increase adoption(13:03) The importance of composability in building ecosystems for agents(25:02) Expanding AI agent capabilities beyond DeFi into other Optimism Superchain chains(30:56) The long-term vision...2024-12-1933 min
The Optimism ShowBuilding Your Web3 Professional NetworkJack is the Co-Founder of Icebreaker.xyz, a Web3 professional network that connects exceptional individuals and enables trust, collaboration, and interoperability across multiple platforms.(00:39) Vision and goals of Icebreaker(01:49) Why focus on the Farcaster audience (03:59) The concept of a decentralized professional profile and identity verification(08:18) The hyper network: Unifying and connecting multiple platforms seamlessly(14:22) The journey of Icebreaker: From ZK advertising to building a hyper network(24:25) Balancing future vision with present-day needs in product development(25:25) Current priorities for Icebreaker: Hyper network, search functionality, and trust...2024-12-1236 min
The Optimism ShowManaging Web3 Communities Lazar Bucan is the Community Leader of Wasiona Gaming Studio, a blockchain gaming company that focuses on community-driven development and partnerships to create engaging Web3 gaming experiences.(00:26) The role of community building in the blockchain gaming industry(01:23) Lessons Web3 projects can learn from gaming studios about community management(03:32) Strategies to incentivize OG members and keep communities active(07:05) The importance of transparency and exclusivity in community building(12:23) Revitalizing inactive communities vs. starting from scratch(16:06) Organic growth strategies for Web3 communities(20:15) Leveraging NFT partnerships for DeFi and...2024-12-1030 min
The Optimism ShowManaging DAOs and Onchain Governance Carlos Juarez is the CTO of Aragon, a decentralized governance company that provides tools to build and manage DAOs. Carlos has a strong background in blockchain, having co-founded Guesser, which was acquired by Gemini. He has helped establish over 7,500 DAOs and focuses on pushing governance and decentralization forward in the blockchain ecosystem.(00:22) The evolution of DAOs and governance challenges in the blockchain space(02:22) The role of Aragon in DAO creation and notable examples of successful DAOs(07:13) Dual governance and innovative DAO models(15:35) Overcoming participation challenges in governance(28:42) The modularity of DAO governance and its future in Web3(35:05) The...2024-12-0639 min
The Optimism ShowThe Future of Staking StablecoinsKory is the Co-Founder of Stably and a core contributor to dTrinity, a DeFi protocol that is innovating in the space by launching the first subsidized lending platform on the Fraxtal L2 network. (00:08) Introduction and Journey in Web3 Kory shares his journey from trading crypto, co-founding Stably, and navigating the stablecoin wars of 2018. (14:30) What is dTrinity? An overview of dTrinity's unique model as a subsidized lending protocol, redirecting stablecoin yield to borrowers to incentivize DeFi activity. (32:52) The Evolution of DeFi and What’s Next Kory discusses how the DeFi space will ev...2024-12-0345 min
The Optimism ShowBuilding a Sustainable Web3 Startup Jonny Mack is the Founder of Hypersub, a membership platform that helps creators and communities monetize and build together using programmable crypto assets. Hypersub gives you access to your own payment solution, so you can never get banned. (00:08) The challenge of early adoption: viral growth through community-driven value(00:50) Building sustainable products vs. fast cash in crypto(03:25) Timing in crypto: balancing innovation and market readiness (06:07) Conviction as the ultimate competitive advantage for founders (08:19) Why building on-chain is critical for crypto projects (11:39) Hard truths about...2024-11-2812 min
The Optimism ShowFrax 2030 Vision with Sam Kazemian Sam Kazemian is the Founder of Frax, a blockchain protocol focusing on creating a decentralized bank, leveraging AI to shape the future of on-chain finance.(00:09) Introduction to Sam's journey: From Everipedia to Frax (01:20) The birth of Frax: The vision of a decentralized central bank(10:37) The big chain thesis and its impact on Frax’s long-term goals (11:21) The role of AI in Frax's 2030 vision (18:49) Bringing the next billion users to blockchain through AI (25:43) Sovereign roll-ups, interoperability, and Frax’s Universal Interface (30:31) Transitioning to a sing...2024-11-2645 min
The Optimism ShowTokenizing the Mexican Economy: The Vision of Xocolatl Finance Ivan from Xocolatl Finance is building a revolutionary stablecoin based on the Mexican peso, aimed at empowering local builders and creating a DeFi ecosystem in Mexico. With a background in logistics and product management, Ivan shares his journey of building Xocolatl, navigating community-driven development, and leveraging grassroots efforts to create an impactful project without VC backing. (00:07) Introduction to Ivan and Xocolatl Finance (00:23) Ivan’s background and the journey from logistics to Web3 (04:49) Why Xocolatl was created: A stablecoin for the Mexican economy (05:32) Benefits of Xocolatl for Mexican bu...2024-11-2131 min
The Optimism ShowFrom Web3 Hackathon To Established Company Limone.eth is a developer and co-founder of Urbe, a startup focused on innovating in the payments space, and a key figure in the ETH Rome community. Limone.eth shares insights on turning hackathon projects into scalable real-world products, focusing on commitment, user research, and iterative development. They highlight how hackathons can serve as a platform for experimentation, MVP testing, and feature expansion. (00:08) How to move from building at a hackathon to scaling a real product (00:24) Lessons learned from hackathons and commitment to projects (04:49) Using hackathons as opportunities to...2024-11-1905 min
The Optimism ShowCreating Iconic Brands in Web3 Antimo is the Founder of /red, a design business helping web3 startups and companies scale by simplifying design while emphasizing creativity and efficiency. In this episode we cover: (00:07) Red Design Studio's scale and the value of non-compromise (00:52) Distinction between design and art in web3 (06:10) Applying luxury strategy in design for unique branding (09:08) Challenges and rewards of unique brand creation for founders (11:27) Balancing growth with creativity in service agencies (12:47) Long-term focus: what doesn’t change over time (16:26) Steady iterations on Farcaster ...2024-11-1319 min
The Optimism ShowHow To Validate A Business IdeaColin is the Co-Founder of Ponder, a web3 survey platform that provides unique insights and innovative polling features to help users gather meaningful data and drive engagement in real-time. Discussion: (00:36) How to effectively approach distribution with limited resources (04:19) The importance of building in public and crafting a consistent narrative (05:15) Balancing founder intuition with user feedback (08:47) Launching predictive polling and its impact on user insights (12:02) Key strategies for collecting actionable user feedback Connect with Colin: Farcaster: https://warpcast.com/cojo...2024-11-1214 min
The Optimism ShowHow to Raise Funds For Your Startup In this episode of The Optimism Show, Kris Gligoroski chats with Nikita Kolmogorov, aka Borodutch, a crypto veteran and founder of Lunchbreak.com. Nikita shares his journey in crypto, tips for fundraising during a bear market, and advice on staying relevant to VCs by aligning with trends. (00:08) Nikita’s journey in crypto and the story behind Lunchbreak.com (02:33) How the funding landscape has changed from past bull markets (04:28) Current trends for Web3 companies raising funds (07:27) How Web3 companies can attract VC attention during bear markets (09:27) Th...2024-11-0731 min
The Optimism ShowTalent Protocol: The Future of Human Resources Pedro Oliveira is the Co-Founder of Talent Protocol. The protocol works with trusted data sources - like GitHub, Coinbase or LinkedIn - to bring reputation onchain as verifiable credentials and as a reputation score. With data from 1M+ builders already indexed, Talent Protocol is being adopted as the industry standard by top players like Base, and within 3 months of launch 25+ apps have integrated the Talent API, reflecting growing interest from recruiters, job platforms, and developers. The $TALENT token encourages all participants to continuously improve the data that powers the protocol, making sure that finding and...2024-11-0612 min
The Optimism ShowThe Future of Outreach with Lunchbreak Nikita Kolmogorov( Borodutch) is the Founder of Lunchbreak, a platform revolutionizing attention by enabling direct payments to individuals for their engagement, eliminating traditional ad middlemen. In this episode, we cover: (00:15) How Lunchbreak redefines paying for attention directly (04:45) Key insights from building and launching Lunchbreak in a bear market (10:57) The rapid iteration strategy and adapting to market trends with Lunchbreak (13:24) The importance of gamification and the value of points within Lunchbreak’s ecosystem Connect with Nikita: Farcaster: https://warpcast.com/warpcastadmin.eth We...2024-11-0515 min
The Optimism ShowHow To Simplify Design For Your Startup Antimo is the Founder of /red, a design business helping web3 startups and companies scale by simplifying design while emphasizing creativity and efficiency.In this episode we cover:(00:07) The concept of "Ivory Tower Design"(02:01) Explanation of design systems and their purpose(08:30) Advice for blockchain and web3 companies on avoiding "Ivory Tower" tendencies(11:29) Recognizing corporate mindset in startups and avoiding it in early-stage companies(13:16) The importance of adapting to web3 culture and avoiding overly corporate attitudesConnect with Antimo:Farcaster: https://warpcast.com/redantimoWebsite: https://x.com/redesignstudioConnect with Kris:Farcaster: https...2024-11-0114 min
The Optimism ShowShaping The Future Of Work For Open-Source Developers with Scout Game In this episode, Chris Carella, CoFounder of CharmVerse, shares insights into the evolution of CharmVerse from DAO-focused software to a grants management powerhouse. He discusses the concept of retroactive funding, the introduction of CharmVerse’s innovative “Scout Game,” and how the future of work is shaping up for open-source developers. Carella highlights the potential for decentralized work ecosystems, how gamification can boost developer motivation, and the vision for a self-sustaining, crypto-enabled support system for builders In this episode, we cover: (00:07) The origins of CharmVerse and its commitment to the future of work through DAOs and open-s...2024-10-3109 min
The Optimism ShowTalent Protocol Passport & Utility Token Explained Pedro Oliveira is the Co-Founder of Talent Protocol. The protocol works with trusted data sources - like GitHub, Coinbase or LinkedIn - to bring reputation onchain as verifiable credentials and as a reputation score.With data from 1M+ builders already indexed, Talent Protocol is being adopted as the industry standard by top players like Base, and within 3 months of launch 25+ apps have integrated the Talent API, reflecting growing interest from recruiters, job platforms, and developers.The $TALENT token encourages all participants to continuously improve the data that powers the protocol, making sure that finding and...2024-10-3014 min
The Optimism ShowMonetizing Your Community with HypersubJonny Mack is the Founder of Hypersub, a membership platform that helps creators and communities monetize and build together using programmable crypto assets. Hypersub gives you access to your own payment solution, so you can effectively build your community and never get banned. In this episode we cover: (00:09) How to describe Hypersub and its unique offerings (00:23) The concept of minting time on-chain and its implications (02:45) Use cases and success stories from creators on Hypersub (06:16) Strategies for creators to grow their subscription base (07:08) The importance of...2024-10-2911 min
The Optimism ShowHow To Boost Exposure Chris Carella is the Co-Founder of Scout Game and the Head of Product at Charmverse. He is a key figure in the crypto and web3 ecosystem, offering insights into funding strategies and sustainable business models for founders building on the Optimism Superchain.In this episode we cover:(00:00) Introduction and the future of decentralized social for artists and creators(00:51) Launch tactics for NFTs and products on decentralized social platforms(03:30) How to create momentum for your art or product(08:00) The role of reputation in the Web3 space(10:29) Leveraging your network for organic growth(12:27) NFT platforms and artist launch...2024-10-2420 min
The Optimism ShowCreating an Ethereum Event Simone (Limone) Staffa is the co-founder of Urbe, a developer community in Italy, and the driving force behind ETH Rome, an Ethereum hackathon that is growing the Web3 ecosystem in Italy. In this episode we cover: (00:07) How ETHRome was built from the ground up (01:30) Bridging the gap in Web3 hackathons in Italy (03:50) Organizing an international event with limited resources (04:45) The success of local Italian teams at the hackathon (06:30) Key projects from ETHRome: Fluidkey and ZeroKey (07:45) Tips for others thinking about organizing similar events 2024-10-2309 min
The Optimism ShowItalian Crypto Tax: What Are The Impacts? Limone.eth (Simone Staffa) is the Founder of Urbe Hub and ETH Rome, a blockchain community that fosters innovation and collaboration by bringing together developers and startups to push the boundaries of Web3, despite challenges in Italy’s innovation ecosystem. In this episode we cover: (00:00) The impact of Italy’s new Bitcoin tax regulations on blockchain developers (00:37) How Urbe Hub is thriving despite a lack of local support (06:02) The power of small, dedicated communities in driving innovation (07:38) Why international collaboration is key for Italian founders (12:24) Building meaningful, in-p...2024-10-2213 min
The Optimism ShowHow To Get Web3 GrantsChris Carella is the CoFounder of Scout Game and the Head of Product at Charmverse, he is a key figure in the crypto and web3 ecosystem, offering insights into funding strategies and sustainable business models for founders building on the Optimism Superchain. In this episode we cover: (00:00) How founders can build businesses that don’t rely on grants (00:39) The two types of grants: retroactive and proactive funding (02:49) Common mistakes founders make when applying for grants (05:13) Strategies to avoid relying on inconsistent grant funding (07:21) Tips for improving your gr...2024-10-2215 min
The Optimism ShowThe Power of Decentralized SocialDavid (Dawufi) is the Head of Growth at Opacity Network, a company that enables verifiable data across the internet, helping businesses unlock new opportunities. He is also a key member of the Farcaster community, known for fostering authentic connections and empowering builders in the web3 space.In this episode we cover:(00:00) The unique power of Farcaster and its future growth(02:00) How builders can leverage social networks for product growth(04:45) Verifiable data and its game-changing potential for businesses(08:30) Growth strategies in web3 vs web2: Key differences(13:15) Building strong partnerships through authenticity and alignment(16:00) How Opacity Network is...2024-10-1738 min
The Optimism ShowThe Future of Game Development Charlie is the Founder of FarWorld Labs, a Web3 gaming company focused on building hyper-casual games with deep blockchain integrations. FarWorld Labs is on a mission to onboard billions of users into Web3 through gaming experiences that seamlessly blend fun and financial incentives.In this episode we cover:(00:00) How Web3 gaming will onboard billions of users(00:25) Scaling user acquisition by targeting niche communities(03:00) Monetization in Web3 gaming through NFTs and tokens(07:00) Overcoming the challenges of mass adoption in gaming(10:13) The future of Layer 2 and Layer 3 blockchains in Web3 gaming(14:28) Why Web3 gaming could surpass Web2 in...2024-10-1539 min
The Optimism ShowBootstrapping a Crypto Company Noah is the Founder of Poolfish, a crypto platform that helps liquidity providers on decentralized exchanges make data-driven decisions to maximize their earnings.In this episode we cover:(00:00) Bootstrapping a crypto business without VC funding(01:45) How liquidity providing works and why it's essential for DeFi(03:10) Growing a crypto business through acquisition and partnerships(07:29) Turning a non-monetized website into a profitable business(11:57) Strategies for acquiring users and building a loyal community(15:54) How founders can prepare their business for acquisition(19:33) Key lessons from Noah’s own exit journeyCheck the key notes: insights.optimism.show...2024-10-1027 min
The Optimism ShowNFT Art Playbook for Aspiring Artists with ChrisCoCreated ChrisCoCreated is a Web3 artist and founder of CoOwn Growth Studio, where he helps build community-driven art and meaningful collaborations with brands using Web3 technology.In this episode we cover:(00:00) Chris's journey into Web3 art and community-building(00:19) How Web3 is transforming art and empowering creators(05:28) The evolution of community art in Web3(09:50) Key drivers of strong artist communities(12:16) Overcoming challenges in monetizing Web3 art(16:29) Tapping into cultural moments to succeed(20:28) Launching We Are The Art: A new approach to community art(26:43) Advice for new Web3 artists entering the spaceCheck the key notes: insights.optimism...2024-10-0837 min
The Optimism ShowBlockchain Eliminating Media Censorship Tim is the Founder of Kiwi News, a Web3 media platform focused on community-driven, decentralized news and content curation.In this episode we cover:(00:00) Surviving a bearish market as a web3 company(00:22) The pros and cons of bootstrapping vs venture capital funding(01:00) How to maintain media integrity in a VC-driven world(08:00) How Web3 media companies can sustain without investor pressure(12:00) Building a community as a bootstrapped founder(16:30) Monetizing a media company without ads or VC funding(19:54) Focus on serving users rather than investors(27:56) Strategies for succeeding in the Web3 space(32:11) Building a decentralized media platform...2024-10-0447 min
The Optimism ShowThe Future of Content Creators Cameron Armstrong is the Founder of Seemore, a platform that helps creators automate their business management and make money with less effort, allowing them to focus on creating content they love.In this episode we cover:(00:00) The future of Farcaster and its impact on the creator economy(00:25) Early monetization opportunities on web3(03:00) How AI will increase screen time(07:00) How to break through and earn a living(10:13) Automate creator business management and monetization(14:28) Finding your niche and success(19:21) Authenticity in the creator economy(27:56) Avoid burnout by simplifying your workCheck the key notes: insights.optimism.show2024-10-0138 min
The Optimism ShowThe Art of Product Design for web3 StartupsIn this episode of the Optimism Show, host Kris Gligoroski interviews Tanishq (Tani), a product developer and founder of Intelligent, a platform for tracking social metrics on Farcaster. They discuss the evolution of blockchain, the importance of user experience in product design, and the balance between utility and beauty in creating successful products. Tani shares insights on whether to bootstrap or seek funding for blockchain startups, emphasizing the need to understand the target audience and simplify the user journey.In today’s episode, we cover:Can simplifying your blockchain product make it more accessible to non-crypto us...2024-09-2637 min
The Optimism ShowFundraising and Onboarding Web3 Users with Privy Max Segall is the Co-Founder of Privy, a blockchain infrastructure company that simplifies user onboarding for crypto apps, making it easier for both crypto-native and mainstream users to engage seamlessly.In today’s episode, we cover:How to onboard millions of users to your appThe right time for your startup to raise fundsThe biggest mistakes founders make when building web3 companiesFind the key points discussed in this episode on: insights.optimism.showWhere to find Kris:Farcaster: https://warpcast.com/thekrisLinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/thekrispartnerWhere to find Max:...2024-09-2432 min
The Optimism ShowGuide to Startup Growth with Samuel Huber Samuel Huber is the Founder of dTech, a blockchain company that helps building or scaling existing products by providing a seamless user experience that drives engagement and retention. In today’s podcast, we will discuss:* Is Farcaster the future of social media? * Can simplifying your blockchain app speed up success?* What are the main reasons most blockchain startups fail to get users and how to fix them?Find the summary and actionable steps you can take today at: optimism.show/insightsWhere to fi...2024-09-1935 min
The Optimism ShowTrailerWelcome to the Optimism Show. Podcast focused on the Optimism Superchain covering ambitious founders, exciting projects, and consumer crypto.Launching 19th of September 20242024-09-1900 min