gm Solana — Episode 1 - 9/1/25

Why Solana, WLFi launch, Pudgy x NASCAR, ApeCoin to Solana, and Day-1 Community Rewards

Summary:
Day one! Gary and JJ kick off gm Solana—a daily, community-powered morning show focused 100% on the Solana ecosystem. We set the mission, explain why we’re doubling down on Solana (speed, cost, volume, real revenues), react live to the World Liberty Finance (WLFi) launch, and dive into what IRL marketing (Pudgy Penguins on a NASCAR) really means for on-chain adoption. We also touch ApeCoin coming to Solana, celebrate builders showing up every day, and roll out weekly creator bounties, allow lists, and live giveaways for listeners.

What’s inside:

Why Solana (not chain-hopping): Speed, sub-penny fees, user attention, and leading dApp revenues.

Bitcoin vs. Solana roles: Stack BTC for wealth; build and transact on SOL.

Live reaction: WLFi stablecoin launch, on-chain liquidity tests, and what changing U.S. policy could mean.

IRL marketing debate: Do NASCAR wraps and big-box toys onboard new users or just feed a CT narrative?

ApeCoin → Solana: Early takes on cross-chain moves, Otherside activations, and what to watch.

Founder reality checks: Burnout, proof-of-work over promises, and building IP that lasts.

Community flywheel: Daily spaces, open stage (no pay-to-play), short project spotlights, and a ton of ways to participate and earn.

Guests & Speakers:
Gary (Host), JJ (Co-Host), plus community voices: Cets/Dr. Peachy, Frogana, Barr (Wegens), Aesthetica, Shanksy.

Creator & Listener Rewards (weekly):

Best Clip of the Week — 250 $GARY

Best Share (on-stage contribution) — 250 $GARY

Best Recap Thread/Article — 250 $GARY

Best Meme — 250 $GARY

Listener of the Week (max-engaged) — 250 $GARY

Ongoing allow lists (e.g., Barky token), GM Solana Giraffe free-mint allow list, periodic Giraffe NFT giveaways, and surprise $GARY drops for live participants.

How to participate (live):
Join us Monday–Friday at 9:00 AM NYC time on X Spaces. Drop “GM Solana” + your SOL wallet in the comments during the show, max-engage other comments, and raise your hand for quick spotlights.

Segments you’ll hear:

Headlines that move markets

State of Solana

What’s Cooking (tokens, dApps, NFTs)

Timeline Tea

Community Spotlight

Farmer’s Almanac (airdrop hunters)

Wallet Watch & Launchpad Lookout

Credits:
Hosts: Gary & JJ • Production: Squid • Presented by Gary Club

Disclaimer (read on-air):
Everything you hear on gm Solana—from hosts, guests, contributors, or in the comments—is for educational and research purposes only. Not financial advice. Crypto is volatile and involves real risk. Always DYOR and make your own decisions.

Follow & Subscribe:
Catch the show live on X Spaces (Mon–Fri), then subscribe on your favorite podcast app for the replay. If you post clips or recaps, tag @GarydotClub and use #gmSolana so we can find you for bounties.