Dr. Brook on the Blockchain

When Jacqui Cooper, a lawyer and teacher, meets her mentor and starts her journey into the blockchain and crypto space, she embarks on a Cinderella-like adventure to unravel the secrets of digital assets and prepare her family for the future."With my major in science, technology and society, I felt like I had come home because of the fact that it dealt with policy, it dealt with the alternative reasons why people look at the financial world and having control over their own finances. And that's why Bitcoin was created, in order to have people be able to not deal with the traditional banks."Jacqui Cooper is an attorney, crypto consultant, and author of 'The Best Five Minute Crypto Wallet and Wealth Organizer' and 'Bitcoin Cinderella: A Diary of Her Blockchain Adventures'. She is passionate about educating people in the blockchain space and helping them prepare for the future.Jacqui Cooper was always curious about blockchain and cryptocurrency and was looking for someone to explain it. She eventually found a mentor in Scotland who opened her eyes to the world of crypto. She started a talk show to document her journey and help others learn about the blockchain. Over time, she became more involved and is now a bitcoin miner, teacher, and lawyer. With her newfound knowledge, she wrote books to help others understand the blockchain, including a fairy tale called The Bitcoin Cinderella. Through her story, she hopes to inspire others to explore the world of blockchain and cryptocurrency and be prepared for the future.In this episode, you will learn the following:1. How to use blockchain to control your own finances and protect your family's inheritance.2. The transformation of digital assets, such as Bitcoin and NFTs, into traditional forms of value and how to use them.3. How to leverage cryptocurrency for fundraising in the nonprofit sector.Connect with Jacqui:Website: https://cryptomom2.com/The Bitcoin Cinderella Book: https://www.amazon.com/Bitcoin-Cinderella-Blockchain-Adventures-Fairytale/dp/B09WW5S1K2Free Download:The Words of Web3 - A comprehensive glossary of terms used in the space https://mailchi.mp/9d043022b5a0/words-of-web3Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrooksheehanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrBrookSheehanTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/drbrooksheehanSupport the show

Claudia Moncarz is the founder of Moncarz's law firm, which focuses on helping people get out of trouble with the IRS. She has negotiated with the IRS to reduce over $3 million in taxes and penalties on behalf of her clients and is an AV preeminent rated Martindale hubble.Claudia Moncarz learned about tax laws for cryptocurrency from her cousin and through the news. She realized that the IRS sees cryptocurrency as a digital asset, similar to a stock, and that any transactions involving cryptocurrency are taxable events. Claudia explains how the IRS is investing in technology and algorithms to catch people evading taxes, and that they are getting better at it. She also explains how sales tax is a local issue and that NFTs may be subject to state taxes depending on the state's nexus laws. Lastly, Claudia emphasizes the importance of having good records to reduce the chance of audit."Knowledge is power - with knowledge, we have power to plan and do all the great things we want to do, even with just a little bit of planning."In this episode, you will learn the following:1. How the IRS views and treats cryptocurrency differently than cash or other stocks, and the implications of this for the average person.2. How the IRS is using massive funding to bring people into compliance with digital asset taxes.3. The importance of having good records and understanding your rights as a taxpayer to prevent and navigate audits.Connect with Claudia:FREE TAX GUIDE: https://www.freeauditguide.com/optin1667658657840Website: https://www.moncarzlaw.com/Free Download:The Words of Web3 - A comprehensive glossary of terms used in the space https://mailchi.mp/9d043022b5a0/words-of-web3Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrooksheehanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrBrookSheehanTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/drbrooksheehanSupport the show

Madison Parks, a ceramicist and Web3 enthusiast, embarks on an unexpected journey to take self-custody of her crypto assets, discovering an exhilarating yet chaotic world that challenges her to take bold risks and become a better version of herself."When I was in high school and college, crypto careers weren't necessarily something to aspire to. So I just stuck with my passions, and my passions are people to people communication and art. So I got my degree in communications, and I actually have my minor in ceramic arts. I don't think a lot of people know that about me, but I am a ceramicist."Madison Parks is a San Diego-based Web3 innovator and ceramic artist, working with wallets, NFTs, MC’ing live events, and Zcash.Madison Parks was a college student working full time to put herself through school. She was not sure what career path to take, but she did know that she was passionate about people-to-people communication and art. After college, she moved to San Diego and stumbled into Web3. She learned about crypto and ended up working at Edge, a self-custody exchange platform. She found that she was passionate about making crypto simple and secure for beginners. Madison started an art project, Unique Earth, on OpenSea featuring her own art based on animals in the Earth. She created four collections with 52 pieces in total. Her journey into Web3 has been an incredible and unexpected journey, but a journey that has taught her to say yes to new opportunities.In this episode, you will learn the following:1. What opportunities has Madison Parks taken on her journey to Web3?2. What makes Edge Wallet unique from other self-custody platforms?3. What advice does Madison have for those new to the Web3 space who are looking to invest in crypto?Connect with Madison:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madison-parks-440192180/Twitter: https://twitter.com/mad_parksFree Download:The Words of Web3 - A comprehensive glossary of terms used in the space https://mailchi.mp/9d043022b5a0/words-of-web3Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrooksheehanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrBrookSheehanTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/drbrooksheehanSupport the show

William Szamosszegi is the CEO and founder of Sazmining Inc., a retail-focused Bitcoin mining-as-a-service platform. He also hosts the Everything Crypto Mining Podcast. He is bullish on Bitcoin's future as the dominant global digital reserve asset.This episode is about Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) and how William Szamosszegi, the CEO and founder of Sazmining Inc., learned about it. William believes Bitcoin is the solution for layer one sound money and sees it as a store of value primarily for people with a lot of money in the West. He also believes that bitcoin is revolutionizing money by making it easier to send money to family in other countries without worrying about fees or assets being seized. William believes Bitcoin is not the perfect technology for every use case, but smart people will continue to build on it. He is cautious about CBDCs, believing that it gives governments too much power, and could be used in nefarious ways by tyrants. In this episode, you will learn the following:1. How Bitcoin is revolutionizing money and providing access to reliable banking and currency to those who may not have financial privilege.2. How Bitcoin is creating a digital reserve asset and how its utility is saving lives.3. How Bitcoin is being compared to the Internet, with the potential to revolutionize the global financial system and provide private property rights.Connect with William:Website: https://www.sazmining.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/sazminingPodcast: https://anchor.fm/sazminingFree Download:The Words of Web3 - A comprehensive glossary of terms used in the space https://mailchi.mp/9d043022b5a0/words-of-web3Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrooksheehanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrBrookSheehanTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/drbrooksheehanSupport the show

After leaving traditional finance and losing her Bitcoin, Najah Roberts took it upon herself to create the first Black-owned cryptocurrency exchange in the US, where she offers personalized coaching and support to help close the wealth gap - in an effort to prove that human touch is still necessary in the world of blockchain.Najah Roberts is a bitcoin expert radio host and keynote speaker from Los Angeles, California. She is the founder of the first black-owned cryptocurrency exchange in the US, Crypto Blockchain Plug, where she offers personalized coaching, support, and guidance.Najah Roberts left 13 years of traditional finance to explore the cryptocurrency space. Despite originally losing her bitcoin, she got back into the space determined to provide the space with a human touch. She is working to provide banking services to the 65 million unbanked and underbanked people in the US and to educate people on how to use Bitcoin as an asset, not to immediately purchase depreciating items.In this episode, you will learn the following:1. The Challenges of Buying Bitcoin Without a Bank Account - Learn about the difficulties of buying cryptocurrency without a bank account from Najah Roberts' experience.2. The Benefits of Self-Custody - Discover the importance of self-custody in the cryptocurrency world from Najah Roberts' perspective.3. The Future of the Bitcoin Bank - Explore the possibilities of a brick-and-mortar Bitcoin Bank with Najah Roberts' insights.Connect with Najah:Website: https://najahroberts.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/NajahRobertsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/najahroberts/Free Download:The Words of Web3 - A comprehensive glossary of terms used in the space https://mailchi.mp/9d043022b5a0/words-of-web3Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrooksheehanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrBrookSheehanTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/drbrooksheehanSupport the show

Did you know that Bitcoin and blockchain technology have a long and fascinating history dating back to the early 1990s?Brian De Mint is the author of The Bitcoin Evangelism and was the chief marketing officer for Athenium Blockchain for three years. He is an entrepreneur with 14 years of experience, and he has been investing in bitcoin and the wider crypto market since 2014.This episode is about the history of bitcoin and blockchain. Brian De Mint learned about the history of bitcoin and blockchain when he was trying to disprove his friends who were interested in it. He became a believer when he realized that bitcoin could be used to fix the unsound money problem. The book, Bitcoin Evangelism, is about how bitcoin can be used to fix the monetary system."The true disruption is decentralization."In this episode, you will learn the following:1. Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies as a solution to unsound money2. The potential for blockchain technology to disrupt centralization3. The history of resistance to adoption for new technologiesConnect with Brian:Website: https://freshlymintedbooks.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianTheMintGet the Book: https://www.amazon.com/Bitcoin-Evangelism-Planting-Decentralized-Revolution/dp/B0B38CX41D/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1AX828BKQIIOF&keywords=Bitcoin+Evangelism&qid=1655938777&sprefix=bitcoin+evangelism,aps,165&sr=8-1Free Download:The Words of Web3 - A comprehensive glossary of terms used in the space https://mailchi.mp/9d043022b5a0/words-of-web3Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrooksheehanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrBrookSheehanTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/drbrooksheehanSupport the show

Harshal Madnani, founder of Xade Finance, seeks to improve upon the security, scalability, and efficiency issues he sees with current decentralized finance protocols.You will learn about the pros and cons of decentralized finance.Harshal Madnani is the founder of Xade Finance and a copilot interviewed by Dr. Brook. Harshal has a background in systematic trading and became interested in decentralized finance (DeFi) when he realized its potential to replace traditional banking. Xade Finance is a company that is working to improve the DeFi space by creating protocols that are more efficient, sustainable, and secure.In this episode, Harshal Madnani learned about the pros and cons of decentralized finance (DeFi). The main points discussed were the following: - The user experience in DeFi is very tedious and difficult to understand - There is a lack of real world adoption and utility for DeFi - The sustainability and security of DeFi is a major asset and liability.In this episode, you will learn the following:1. How Xade Finance is improving the user experience in decentralized finance (DeFi)2. How Xade Finance is bringing real world utility to DeFi3. How Xade Finance is making DeFi more efficient, sustainable, and secureConnect with Harshal:Website: https://www.xade.finance/Twitter: https://twitter.com/xadefinance/Discord: https://discord.com/invite/H7U3nB4Aa8Free Download:The Words of Web3 - A comprehensive glossary of terms used in the space https://mailchi.mp/9d043022b5a0/words-of-web3Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrooksheehanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrBrookSheehanTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/drbrooksheehanSupport the show

In a world of blockchain and NFTs, Kristofer Penseyres explores the new world of Dogami and the exciting possibilities for the future of the internet."I think we spent two months just talking about what was the right direction, what was the wrong direction, what it was that we needed. We wanted everybody to be able to have some kind of an emotional connection with Dogami, because I think what makes a likable brand is relatability, but it's also the depth of the universe that you're building, the environment, the characters."Kristofer Penseyres is the chief branding officer of Dogami and one of the six Doga Fathers. He has a background in the luxury industry and the film industry, and is passionate about the potential of NFTs to change the way we interact with the digital world.Kris Penseyres had just finished a branding project for the Real Madrid Football Club and was introduced to the blockchain world by a VC in San Francisco. His desire to learn more and take a chance led him to a meeting with Adrian, Bilal and Max, who were launching an NFT project called Dogami. After a few conversations, Kris decided to join the team as their Chief Branding Officer, leading them on a journey to build a brand that could have a lasting impact in the blockchain world. They worked together to create a unique universe with characters and a story behind the Dogs and their mission. Through hard work and dedication, the Dogami crew has cultivated a passionate community and created a platform for long-term success.In this episode, you will learn the following:1. The development of the Dogami universe, including the lore and backstory of the Dogami’s.2. The long-term vision for the Dogami project, including plans for future products and expansions.3. The behind-the-scenes work that goes into building and maintaining the Dogami community.Connect with Kris:Dogami: https://dogami.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/DogamiDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/dogamiFree Download:The Words of Web3 - A comprehensive glossary of terms used in the space https://mailchi.mp/9d043022b5a0/words-of-web3Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrooksheehanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrBrookSheehanTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/drbrooksheehanSupport the show

Fari Jaan, a Pakistani American wellness enthusiast, left her nine to five job and became the co-founder of the San Diego NFT Con within a month of arriving to California.Fari Jaan is a Pakistani American wellness enthusiast who moved from New Jersey to California just over a year ago. She is the co-founder of the San Diego NFT Con and has been deeply invested in the Web3 space since then.This episode is about the importance of taking care of oneself physically, spiritually, emotionally, and mentally in order to be successful in the "crypto space" as it helps one be more present and intentional in their relationships and business opportunities.In this episode, you will learn the following:1. How Fari Jaan left her nine-to-five job and became deeply invested in the Web3 space within a month of arriving in California.2. How Self Love Club is bringing wellness into the Web3 space by hosting events and activations at conferences.3. How Brain Tap is a technology that can help heal people from the inside out.Connect with Fari:Self Love Club: https://selfloveclub.xyz/Twitter: https://twitter.com/theweb3muaFree Download:The Words of Web3 - A comprehensive glossary of terms used in the space https://mailchi.mp/9d043022b5a0/words-of-web3Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrooksheehanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrBrookSheehanTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/drbrooksheehanSupport the show

Ethereum is the world's most used blockchain - resilient, adaptable and always innovating.Matt Leising is a reporter and author who has been covering the crypto space since 2015. He is one of the foremost experts on the Ethereum blockchain and has written extensively on the intersection of Wall Street and decentralized finance. His 2020 book, "Out of the Ether: The Amazing Story of Ethereum and the $55 Million Heist That Almost Destroyed It All" tells the story of the early days of Ethereum and the 2016 hack that nearly destroyed the project.Matt Leising, a Bloomberg reporter since 2001, was one of the first mainstream journalists to understand the implications of blockchain technology. He wrote extensively on the intersection of Wall Street and decentralized finance and the events that led to his 2020 book, Out of the Ether. Matt interviewed people involved in the Ethereum project and learned that it was a network of computers that could be used to increase efficiency and save money. The Ethereum blockchain was hacked in 2016, resulting in a $55 million heist, and the ICO craze of 2017 further popularized the blockchain. Matt held some Ethereum to understand how it works, but did not invest in it to avoid any conflicts of interest. After a contentious meeting in Switzerland, the core team reshaped the leadership and pushed forward with the project, even in the face of chaosIn this episode, you will learn the following:1. How did Matt Leising get interested in covering crypto and blockchain technology?2. What is the story behind the Ethereum blockchain and the $55 million heist that almost destroyed it?3. What is the future of Ethereum and how is it positioned for the future?Connect with Matt:Website: https://www.decential.io/Out of Ether Book: https://outoftheether.net/Twitter: https://twitter.com/mattleisingFree Download:The Words of Web3 - A comprehensive glossary of terms used in the space https://mailchi.mp/9d043022b5a0/words-of-web3Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrooksheehanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrBrookSheehanTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/drbrooksheehanSupport the show

In this episode, Scott Kveton shares with Dr. Brook about his experience in the world of cryptocurrency, from early speculation to recent developments in NFT technology.Scott Kveton is the CEO and cofounder of Jump, a company that provides white label NFT marketplaces. He is a passionate entrepreneur with 20 plus years of experience building companies in the Web1, Web2, and now the Web3 space.Dr. Brook and Scott Kveton discuss Jump and its physically backed NFT marketplace. Scott learned about Jump and its physically backed NFT marketplace when he saw a food cart in Portland, Oregon accepting bitcoin as payment. They realized that there was an opportunity around physically backed NFTs and that there was a need for a custom white label NFT marketplace. They believe that people will take the leap with respect to Jump on how they can get liquidity from or participate in this alternative asset space. With Jump, people can sell into the market or get liquidity for a portion of their physical asset and receive the money back in USD."The size of the businesses that come from the technology that emerges, are significantly bigger than even the speculative bubbles."In this episode, you will learn the following:1. The potential for Jump to help customers get liquidity for physical assets that are more expensive, such as a $3 Million Spiderman comic book.2. The ability for Jump to provide customers with a way to fractionalize their ownership of an asset, such as a St. Laurent bag or pair of shoes.3. The potential for Jump to help its customers avoid using any of the techno terms associated with blockchain technology and crypto assets.Connect with Scott:Website: https://www.jump.co/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kvetonTwitter: https://twitter.com/kvetonFree Download:The Words of Web3 - A comprehensive glossary of terms used in the space https://mailchi.mp/9d043022b5a0/words-of-web3Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrooksheehanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrBrookSheehanTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/drbrooksheehanSupport the show

Kamala Alcantara is a UX researcher and the host of Coin Desk's Women Who Web3 Podcast, and an advocate for women in web three. She got into web three at the age of 30, after her husband showed her charts and explained the technology to her. After joining a Discord community and reading up on NFT projects, she started to make a profit, and realized the incredible potential of the decentralization of Blockchain Technology. She learned to meditate, and now hosts meditation sessions on Twitter Spaces and the Women Who Web3 Podcast. She aims to educate and empower other women to join the Web3 space and reach their goals.In this episode, you will learn the following:1. The community aspect of Web3 and how it allows women to find their tribe2. The nature of the space and the need to take care of your mental health3. The mission of the Women Who Web3 podcast to educate and empower womenConnect with Kamala:Women Who Web3 Podcast: https://www.coindesk.com/podcasts/women-who-web3/Twitter: https://twitter.com/KamalaalcantaraFree Download:The Words of Web3 - A comprehensive glossary of terms used in the space https://mailchi.mp/9d043022b5a0/words-of-web3Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrooksheehanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrBrookSheehanTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/drbrooksheehanSupport the show

In this episode of Dr. Brook on the Block, Isidro, co-founder and CEO of Triple O Games, joins Dr. Brook to discuss blockchain gaming and how it is disrupting the way we engage with the internet today.Isidro Quintana is the co-founder and CEO of Triple O Games, a tech startup integrating blockchain into video games. He has won a Goa Award for his animation work and has been featured in a TEDx Talk.This is Isidro's story...Isidro Quintana is the CEO and co-founder of Triple O Games, a tech startup that integrates blockchain into video games. He has won a Goa Award for his animation work and has been featured in a TEDx Talk. He started the company in 2018 with the goal of creating web three games that use blockchain technology. The company has 22 employees who work remotely all over the world. Quintana is also a teacher at Oxford University, where he teaches about blockchain technology and its potential applications in gaming.In this episode, you will learn the following:1. How blockchain gaming is disrupting the way we engage with the internet2. The potential for games to have sustainable economies where players can earn money3. The importance of balancing intrinsic and extrinsic motivation in gamesConnect with Isidro:Website: https://tripleogames.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/isidro_quintanaFree Download:The Words of Web3 - A comprehensive glossary of terms used in the space https://mailchi.mp/9d043022b5a0/words-of-web3Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrooksheehanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrBrookSheehanTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/drbrooksheehanSupport the show

When the world's economy begins to crumble, bitcoin miner Lars Emmerich sees an opportunity to save the day - but only if he can convince the masses to trust in cryptocurrency."I think the reason that bitcoin is different is because the entire world is watching. And if you want to pull a fast one, you have to get 51% of like a million plus nodes and miners to agree to let you screw us, basically."Lars Emmerich is a retired Air Force pilot, best-selling author, and entrepreneur who writes about good guys with a bad streak and bad guys with a few redeeming qualities. A distinguished graduate of the Air Force Academy, a Hertz Fellow, and a two-time recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross, Lars brings a unique perspective to any discussion about literature, economics, and geopolitics.This is Lars Emmerich's story...Lars Emmerich is an entrepreneur, investor, and bitcoin miner who became interested in cryptocurrency after reading about it online. He began mining bitcoin in 2012, when the value of the currency was still relatively low. Over time, as the value of bitcoin rose, Emmerich's investment began to pay off. In 2017, he cashed in a portion of his bitcoin holdings, but still holds a significant amount of the currency. Emmerich believes that bitcoin is a solution to the problems with fiat currency, such as inflation and the loss of purchasing power. He believes that the value of bitcoin will continue to rise as more people adopt it as a form of currency.In this episode, you will learn the following:1. How the crypto world divides into categories of bitcoin, security/commodity, and NFT land2. The difference between a fiat currency and a crypto currency3. The potential for a crypto currency to implodeConnect with Lars:Website: https://lars.buzzFree Download:The Words of Web3 - A comprehensive glossary of terms used in the space https://mailchi.mp/9d043022b5a0/words-of-web3Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrooksheehanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrBrookSheehanTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/drbrooksheehanSupport the show

Justin Murray, the founder of SolPress Plugins, a San Diego business owner and ecommerce and marketing expert, battles the cartel-like payment gateways to pursue his mission of allowing WooCommerce and WordPress sites to accept payments with 0% fees via USD Coin and Solana tokens, opening up a world of possibilities for merchants and buyers alike.This episode of Dr. Brook on the Block is about SolPress Plugins & Ecommerce. Justin Murray, a local San Diego business owner and founder of SolPress Plugins, shares his origin story and how he got into Web3  and blockchain technology. He discovered Solana, a global blockchain, and connected with the community, collecting 200-300 NFTs, and even buying a new Honda Accord with profits from investing. He then built SolPress to give businesses a way to accept payments in USD coin on their WordPress and WooCommerce sites with no fee and no censorship from payment gateways. Buyers just need a little bit of Solana in their wallet for the gas fee."With SolPress and Solana Payments using USD Coin, you can install SolPress Payments on a WooCommerce WordPress website and no one can stop you from doing it - opening up more utility to all these stores around the world!"In this episode, you will learn the following:1. How Justin Murray went from Web2 to Web3 and built a successful business in the space.2. How Solana's proof of history and proof of stake consensus methods work.3. How SolPress is allowing businesses to use WooCommerce and WordPress to accept Solana tokens for ecommerce transactions with zero fees.Connect with Justin:Website: https://solpress.dev/Twitter (SolPress Plugins): https://twitter.com/SolPressPluginsTwitter: https://twitter.com/JustinMurray007Free Download:The Words of Web3 - A comprehensive glossary of terms used in the space https://mailchi.mp/9d043022b5a0/words-of-web3Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrooksheehanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrBrookSheehanTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/drbrooksheehanSupport the show

In this episode of Dr. Brook on the Block, Nick Odio shares his story of how he arrived in the Web Three world and his vision for Ferrum Network's Interoperability 2.0 - a product that allows for developers to build applications in a single environment and deploy them across multiple environments.Nick Odio is the chief growth officer at Ferrum Network. He deals with the product side of things, the growth initiatives, deals with partnerships and figures out which blockchains they're going to connect with.This is Nick Odio's story...I had always been passionate about abolishing the Federal Reserve, so when my friend suggested I look into Bitcoin in 2017, I dove right in. Over the years, I weathered the crypto winter, learning and investing as I went. In 2019, I became involved with Ferrum Network, a blockchain as a service company, and I eventually joined the team two years later. We built a suite of products that allowed us to generate revenue, and we've been able to scale the team to 35 members. Our core product is Interoperability 2.0, which allows developers to deploy applications across multiple networks and leverage their unique selling points. This has the potential to bring about mass adoption and reach new users.In this episode, you will learn the following:1. How Ferrum Network is creating Interoperability by allowing developers to deploy multi-chain apps and smart contracts, and enabling users to leverage the value propositions of different blockchains.2. How Ferrum Network has been able to build and scale the company with only a small capital fundraise.3. The issue of "Honey Pots" caused by bridges, and how Ferrum Network is looking to tackle this issue.Connect with Nick:Website: https://ferrum.network/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FerrumNetworkDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/HEfKq57asdFree Download:The Words of Web3 - A comprehensive glossary of terms used in the space https://mailchi.mp/9d043022b5a0/words-of-web3Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrooksheehanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrBrookSheehanTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/drbrooksheehanSupport the show

Beau Button is a software development expert who has been involved in the industry since he was eleven years old. He is the co-founder of Atlas Reality, a mobile gaming company that is currently transitioning into the Web3 space.In this episode, Dr. Brook is joined by Beau Button to discuss The Atlas Reality game as well as why Beau does not believe decentralization is the biggest draw towards blockchain technology. Beau Button learned about the game and its development process when he started working on Atlas Earth, a virtual reality game that is part of the Atlas Reality ecosystem. The Atlas Reality game is a location-based game that allows players to purchase and sell virtual land. The game also features game elements such as a virtual currency and an in game competitive system. The long-term plan for the game is to allow players to build on their virtual land."The benefit of owning that land is we pay you virtual rent, and that rent accrues every second of the day, regardless of you being logged into the game or not."In this episode, you will learn the following:1. What is virtual real estate?2. How do you make money from virtual real estate?3. What are the benefits of owning virtual real estate?Connect with Beau:Website: https://www.atlasreality.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/beaulbuttonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beaubutton/Free Download:The Words of Web3 - A comprehensive glossary of terms used in the space https://mailchi.mp/9d043022b5a0/words-of-web3Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrooksheehanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrBrookSheehanTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/drbrooksheehanSupport the show

YAK DAO is fractionalizing ownership of recreational properties, making it easier and more affordable for everyone to own a piece of their favorite vacation spot.  This is David Woodbury's story… David Woodbury is a veteran of the US Coast Guard, serial entrepreneur, and speaker on Web3. He is also the CEO of YAK DAO, which is a luxury camping brand that fractionalizes ownership of recreational properties through NFT memberships. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. How David Woodbury went from the Coast Guard to understanding the Web3 world and doing the work that he's doing now2. What a Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO) is and how it works3. What Yakdao is doing to reinvent the timeshare modelConnect with David:Website: https://yak.camp/Twitter: https://twitter.com/theyakdaoFree Download:The Words of Web3 - A comprehensive glossary of terms used in the space https://mailchi.mp/9d043022b5a0/words-of-web3Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrooksheehanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrBrookSheehanTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/drbrooksheehanSupport the show

What is Global Liquidity and why is it important?James Andrew is the CEO and technical director at Global Liquidity Incorporated. He is the creator of Lightning Bridge ATM, which is a personal ATM for your Web3 wallets and a fully transparent and 10x faster solution for depositing and withdrawing funds via the Bitcoin Lightning Network.This is James Andrew's story...In 2018, James created his current company, Global Liquidity, where he began developing an advanced electronic trading interface based on real time 3D graphics. Global Liquidity is currently backed by many different institutional investors. He got involved in electronic trading back in the early days on Wall Street and noticed the huge burst of interest in crypto in 2017. He started a community in New York called James’ Crypto Treehouse which was a telegram meetup group that ended up becoming like the center of cryptoculture for 2017-2019. He threw impromptu dinners all around the world just to get people together.In this episode, you will learn the following:1. The story of how James Andrew pivoted his company Global Liquidity four times to get to their current product, Lightning Bridge ATM2. A demonstration of how easy it is to deposit and withdraw funds using Lightning Bridge ATM3. The fact that Lightning Bridge ATM currently supports two cryptocurrency networks (USDC and Solana) with plans to support more in the futureConnect with James:Website: https://www.lightningbridge.com/Free Download:The Words of Web3 - A comprehensive glossary of terms used in the space https://mailchi.mp/9d043022b5a0/words-of-web3Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrooksheehanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrBrookSheehanTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/drbrooksheehanSupport the show

Coffee and Crypto is the perfect place to get your caffeine fix and learn about the latest in blockchain technology.Andrew Sayles is the founder of Coffee and Crypto, a morning show and Twitter space dedicated to educating people about Web Three and the exciting world of cryptocurrency. He is also working on a Web3 version of Monopoly that will use Java Token, the native token of Coffee and Crypto, as in-game currency.This is Andrew Sayles's story...Dr. Brook is joined by Andrew Sayles, who is a friend of the podcast and the owner of a crypto and coffee event on Twitter. They discuss the recent "whale war" between two billionaires in the crypto space, and the implications it has had on the market. They also talk about Sayles' project, which is a Monopoly-style game that uses cryptocurrency as in-game currency.In this episode, you will learn the following:1. The potential for Solana to start the next Bull Run in the cryptocurrency market2. The use of blockchain technology to create a new Monopoly-style game3. The increase in utility for the Java Token as more businesses begin to accept itConnect with Andrew:Twitter: https://twitter.com/CloseSomeSaylesFree Download:The Words of Web3 - A comprehensive glossary of terms used in the space https://mailchi.mp/9d043022b5a0/words-of-web3Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrooksheehanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrBrookSheehanTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/drbrooksheehanSupport the show