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Coffee with Captain: Daily NFT Conversations
Coffee with Captain: Daily NFT Conversations
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Welcome to the best Web3 Morning Show, the premier podcast all about NFTs and web3! Join your hosts, Cap and Steve, as they discuss the latest trends in the world of non-fungible tokens and give their insights on everything from art and collectibles to gaming and beyond. But that's not all - Coffee with Captain also features interviews with industry leaders and special guests who are making waves in the NFT space. Tune in every weekday for your daily dose of NFT news, updates, and more on Web3 Morning Show.
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Cap opened Thursday’s show with a brief update on Coffee with Captain’s upcoming Zora rollout, clarifying that its creator coin is only a platform feature and carries no financial value. The main conversation centered on MegaETH as both a model and a debate point, highlighting why many see it as one of the most credible on-chain experiments while also examining what potential bearish views might miss or get right. Cap and the community used the project to unpack builder incentives, oracle acc...
The crew explored how crypto reaches real users through practical payment systems and better wallet design. They broke down how simple, trusted purchase flows could do more for adoption than any hype cycle. The conversation moved into what actually belongs on-chain in gaming, why full decentralization is not always the answer, and how ownership fits naturally into gameplay. The show closed with a discussion on token incentives, emphasizing that strong products create sustainable demand, not t...
Cap hosted a solo show with strong community participation, starting with a check on market sentiment and how traders are navigating navigating fear in the current cycle. Early discussion focused on Moonbirds’ move into streetwear and celebrity partnerships, leading into a broader debate about how NFT brands grow and what truly benefits holders. Bread from MegaETH joined mid-show to discuss the project’s transparent TGE process and how its contributor-focused model is setting a new builder st...
Cap hosted with special guest cohost Jack, breaking down the tension between market conviction and caution as traders wait for a clear narrative shift. They explored how internet capital markets, RWAs, and real-world infrastructure are redefining where value forms onchain, connecting themes like real estate tokenization and institutional ownership. Cap spotlighted MegaETH as a platform he’s increasingly leaning into while debating why brand coins like REKT remain the only true working example...
Cap hosted with special guest cohost Proof of Alpha Dgen and a handful of regular callers. The show opened with a grounded talk on real estate, covering rising mortgage rates, creative financing, and how macro pressure shapes personal decisions. From there, the group shifted into market discussion, comparing recent chop to past bear stretches and reflecting on conviction through quiet periods. The conversation later turned to Abstract and streaming, where multiple creators shared firsthand ch...
Cap hosted a solo Friday show centered on Amazon working with Yuga Labs around Otherside. He dug into why Amazon-scale distribution could matter more than headlines, including how cloud access and easy setups might onboard players who don’t own high-end rigs. The chat explored what this means for onchain gaming, ownership, and the balance between big-platform control and open ecosystems. There was steady community back-and-forth throughout as listeners reacted to the news and its near-term im...
Cap opened the show solo with market updates, noting a dip in $SOL, chatter around ETF filings, and speculation about a potential Hyperliquid ETF. He broke down MegaETH’s post-TGE Season 1 model, highlighting how its reward structure prioritizes authentic community participation through cultural artifacts and verifiable contribution scoring. The discussion then shifted into a deep dive on NEUKO, an emerging AI-driven project that’s captured Web3’s attention with its cryptic rollout, puzzle-ba...
Cap hosted a lively community-driven show that dug into what it really takes to attract and keep builders in Web3, using MegaETH’s pre-launch strategy and Monad’s claim rollout as contrasting examples. The discussion expanded into the broader question of loyalty versus rewards, with MetaMask’s Season 1 serving as a test case for whether points programs truly foster lasting engagement or just repackage user acquisition. The conversation wrapped with a deep dive into Solana’s headline week, cov...
Cap and Steve opened the week dissecting a sluggish October market, pointing to liquidations and fading liquidity while eyeing catalysts like Monad and MegaETH that could reignite momentum. A quick Solana ETF reference framed the shift into an extended discussion on NFTs, exploring why PFP incentives often misalign with Crypto Twitter culture, how capital inefficiency holds projects back, and where sustainable value should accrue between tokens and NFTs. Broadcasting from Boston, Steve also s...
Cap and Steve recapped ApeFest Vegas in full, diving into Yuga’s most polished event yet and what it revealed about the future of the BAYC ecosystem. They covered the major announcements including Yuga’s new partnership with Amazon and the animated series being developed alongside Machi, while also sharing firsthand stories from AREA15 and Otherside IRL. The crew reflected on how this year’s ApeFest struck the perfect balance between spectacle and connection, celebrating moments like Tboe’s p...
Steve hosted with Joey as special cohost for a Friday show that blended culture, markets, and perspective. They kicked off with ApeFest Vegas talk, touching on the city’s rising prices, what actually makes Vegas fun, and how events can balance community and cost. The conversation then turned to the massive size gap between U.S. stock ETFs and crypto ETFs, how institutions approach long-term exposure, and why conviction still matters for the next cycle. They also highlighted new A16z data show...
Cap kicked off the show with Bread, diving into MegaETH’s upcoming token sale, its pre-market valuation near $5B FDV, and how allocations reward genuine ecosystem participation. The pair explored how MegaETH is cultivating a builder-driven ecosystem, citing examples like Showdown, Noise, and the Fluffle collectible drop before Bread signed off. The conversation then shifted to Claynosaurz with Andrew and Cab, where the team revealed the HEEBOO platform, a new storytelling launchpad connecting...
Cap opened the show with thoughts on how prediction markets are quickly outpacing traditional sportsbooks, giving traders faster and more transparent pricing. The crew then dove into ApeFest merch, community excitement, and the ongoing speculation around a BAYC “Miami clubhouse.” Later, Baron Von Hustle joined for a full ApeFest Vegas preview, sharing stories about the Mike Tyson mansion party, the Sunday poker tournament, and why he’s most excited about “meeting more and more awesome Web3 pe...
Cap held down a solo short show while Steve traveled, kicking things off with a quick market rundown before diving into the day’s top headlines. He hit on Coinbase’s $375M acquisition of Echo, the sharp drop in OpenSea Farm activity, and the growing anticipation around ApeFest. The back half of the show centered on Bored Ape Yacht Club’s new Miami “Clubhouse” and merch drop, sparking a lively community discussion about how the brand balances exclusivity with approachability as ApeFest Vegas a...
Cap and Steve opened with OpenSea’s newly revealed tokenomics, questioning whether sending half the supply back to the community will create lasting engagement or short-term dumping. The conversation then shifted to AWS outages and MetaMask downtime, which exposed how much Web3 still depends on centralized infrastructure. Bleu and Fitzy argued for true decentralization as the only way forward, while Cap and Steve countered that pragmatism matters more than purity, especially when nearly every...
Markets opened the week under pressure as renewed U.S.–China trade friction and global risk-off sentiment dragged prices lower. Political uncertainty and tightening liquidity have shaken investor confidence, leaving traders on edge. Conversation then turned to OpenSea’s new loyalty program, which sparked debate over whether it truly rewards long-term users or simply created confusion around “plus EV” expectations. The hosts cautioned against farming behaviors, encouraging organic participatio...
Cap and Steve broke down OpenSea’s new rewards program, praising its focus on long-term loyalty while calling out how unclear messaging created confusion across the NFT space. They explored what the rollout says about the maturity of collectors and how marketplaces can rebuild trust after years of points-driven incentives. Later in the show, they discussed leadership and storytelling through the lens of Abstract Chain, highlighting why consistent communication and a recognizable voice remain ...
Monad dominated the first hour with a deep look at claim mechanics, allocation optics, and the fairness debate between VC and community shares. The crew unpacked eligibility criteria and anti-Sybil tradeoffs, asking where the line sits between real users and pure farmers, and why some legitimate wallets still feel overlooked. A mid-show segment broke down CZ, Binance, and what actually moves projects toward a token listing in 2025, including why timing often lags community expectations. OpenS...
Cap and Steve opened with a quick note that the Monad airdrop claim begins today, reminding everyone to double-check official links and stay alert for scams. The conversation quickly shifted to market discipline, focusing on how planning ahead, taking profits, and maintaining conviction can help traders navigate volatility. Later, Ty and Chris Guyot from Good Vibes Club joined to explain how their $VIBESTR token and badge system reward positive participation while strengthening community alig...
Friday’s $20B crypto crash set the tone for the day as Cap and Steve unpacked theories of a coordinated attack centered on Binance. They explored how exchange transparency can turn into a market vulnerability and why hype-driven NFT announcements are losing their impact. The conversation later shifted to Spencer’s clash with Good Vibes Club, using it as a lesson in communication and leadership across Web3 communities. The show wrapped with reminders to stay patient and opportunistic amid fear...



