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Episodes
Saturday Nov 25, 2023
Saturday Nov 25, 2023
Check out our thoughts on the aftermath of the Digital Matter Theory framework release. Will and Iman spend time breaking down the initial reactions and why Non-Arbitrary Tokens (NATs) create a new vector of value creation that anyone can leverage for their token generation.
Topics
- First up, we go over the aftermath of the release of the Digital Matter Theory framework.
- Next, Iman and I express our deep passion for innovation in web3
- Then, How does Digital Matter Theory help foster a new angle of creativity within web3
- and Finally, Why permissionless experimentation should be embraced and leveraged by all participants.
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Saturday Nov 25, 2023
Saturday Nov 25, 2023
In this episode of the TBR 1 hr Podcast, hosts Iman and Will delve into the world of cryptocurrency, specifically discussing niche digital tokens like pipe, BRC 20s, rune, STAMPS, Atomicals, tap, and of course Taproot Assets along with their interaction with emerging platforms such as Nostr. They discuss the unique principles of the DMT, as well as the speculation surrounding protocols such as Ethereum, Avalanche, and Solana.
The show's narrative explores the market dynamics of digital assets, their pattern recognition value, and the role of taproot assets in the Bitcoin core ecosystem. Discussing the BRC 20 space, the hosts also share predictions about the potential alignment of a specific standard to DMT principles.
Topics:
- First up, we take a look at the latest trending tokens in the bitcoin ecosystem.
- Next, We focus on what can lead people to a 10x entertainment opportunity.
- Then, Iman and I decipher the implications of Artifacts on other chains
- and Finally, we reset and take a look where the crypto cycle is in the wallstreet market psychology diagram.
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Monday Nov 13, 2023
Monday Nov 13, 2023
In this episode of TBR 1 hr Podcasts, hosts Iman and Will are joined by guest Danny Yang to delve into the world of Bitcoin and cryptocurrency. They discuss recent developments in the Ordinals ecosystem, including the increasing fees and potential issues with Bitcoin. Danny shares his background in Bitcoin and cryptocurrency ventures, highlighting his current company, Metagood. The conversation also touches on crypto art, the background in cryptography when getting into Bitcoin, early use cases, and the transition of crypto punks to on-chain art. The discussion further delves into the Ordinals protocol and its capabilities for securing digital assets on the Bitcoin blockchain. They touch on the importance of fees in supporting the security of Bitcoin and the push towards Layer 2 solutions. The conversation also goes into how On Chain Monkeys, Metagood’s flagship PFP project, plans to convert all of their Ethereum NFTs into Bitcoin Ordinals.
Topics:
- First up, Danny goes over his origin story on how he got into web3
- Next, Danny discusses recent developments in the Ordinals ecosystem, including the increasing fees and potential issues with Bitcoin
- Then, we ask what Metagood is up to
- and Finally, Danny reveals his feelings on the future of web3
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Monday Nov 13, 2023
Monday Nov 13, 2023
Msquared is building critical technology to enable developers to build rich and robust metaverse experiences. Over the last several months they have showcased this tech in a variety of multiplayer demonstrations. This Halloween they created a maze experience where tens of thousands of players were competing to complete the challenge simultaneously, demonstrating the capabilities of their massive multiplayer technology. We participated and recorded our experience while discussing the applicability of this tech to the Bitmap ecosystem. Also, our review of the overall experience and thoughts on how it could be improved and reimagined to create an engaging experience for the non-gamer population of the world who seek to onboard onto the metaverse.
Topics:
- First up, Iman and I join Msquared’s Holloween event in the metaverse!
- Next, we go into what makes a sticky experience in a 3D internet.
- Then, after the Msquared event we review the overall experience and thoughts on how it could be improved
- and Finally, we talk about how Msquared’s tech will push forward the progress of the metaverse using the metaverse markup language.
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Thursday Nov 02, 2023
Thursday Nov 02, 2023
In this episode of the TBR 1 hr Podcast, we dive into the world of crypto and art with special guest Bit God. Bit God shares his journey in the crypto space, from reselling sneakers to working at centralized and decentralized exchanges. We explore Bit God's transition to focusing on NFT marketplaces, including the discovery of Ordinals and the creation of a Twitter account for NFT collecting. We also discuss the exciting new release from Quadrillion called Perpetuals, a curated collection of established artists making their debut on Bitcoin. The artists' identities are revealed after the minting process to focus on the art itself. We explore the challenges of onboarding artists to Bitcoin, the importance of digital artifacts, and the potential of the metaverse for community building. The conversation delves into the complexities of token standards, the emergence of Pipe as a hybrid approach combining BRC 20 and Runes, and the need for consensus and direction in the community. We also touch on the potential use of pattern recognition in creating fungible or non-fungible tokens and the importance of developing proper infrastructure to support liquidity.
Topics:
- First up, BitGod shares his journey in the crypto space, from reselling sneakers to working at centralized and decentralized exchanges
- Next, we discuss the exciting new release from Quadrillion
- Then, what are the challenges of onboarding artists to Bitcoin, the importance of digital artifacts, and the potential of the metaverse for community building?
- and Finally, we ask Bit God about the future of the Bitcoin ecosystem.
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Thursday Nov 02, 2023
Thursday Nov 02, 2023
In this episode of TBR 1 hr Podcasts, hosts Iman and Will delve into the fascinating world of the metaverse and its potential impact on our lives. They discuss the merging of virtual and physical realities, sharing personal experiences and insightful observations. From the allure of virtual environments to the emergence of new technologies and innovations, Iman and Will explore the possibilities of the metaverse. Join them as they navigate this immersive journey, uncovering the potential for connection and self-discovery in the metaverse.
Topics:
- First up, We examine Simulon’s 3D Scan showcase with augmented reality
- Next, we touch on Lex Fredman’s recent interview with Mark Zuckerberg showcasing his VR tech in full detail.
- Then, we discuss the merging of virtual and physical realities and how it can lead to better connections
- and Finally, we go over how the internet will evolve into a multiplayer persistent experience.
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Monday Oct 23, 2023
Monday Oct 23, 2023
In this episode of the TBR 1 hr Podcasts, join us for an insightful discussion on Atomicals, the new mining craze that is revolutionizing the Bitcoin chain. We dive into the benefits of mineable tokens, the customization of transaction IDs, and the potential for developers to create exciting web3 products using Atomicals. Our guest, a seasoned blockchain expert, shares his vision for the future of token protocols and the significance of Atomicals in the evolution of digital identity systems. Atomicals has the potential to usher in a new era of efficiency improvements and programmable solutions for developers to build robust ecosystems on top of Bitcoin. Unlike many other projects promising to deliver on these same value adds, Atomicals has a working protocol that can be leveraged today.
Topics:
- First up, We dive into the potential for developers to create exciting web3 products using Atomicals
- Next, A shares his vision for the future of token protocols and the significance of Atomicals in the web3 space.
- Then, we discuss how atomicals has the programmable solutions for developers to build robust ecosystems on top of Bitcoin.
- and Finally, what is A’s take on Ordinals and the Bitcoin ecosystem?
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Monday Oct 23, 2023
Monday Oct 23, 2023
In this episode of TBR 1 hr Podcasts, hosts Iman and Will are joined by guest Gansy as they delve into the world of rare sats. The speaker, with a background in banking and coin collection, shares their fascination with the introduction of Ordinals and how it has made bitcoin collectible on a new level. They discuss their experience in art collections and the importance of pattern recognition in the world of rare sats. They also explore the concept of non-arbitrary asset types and the potential for creating new tokens on Bitcoin's blockchain. The discussion touches on the challenges and opportunities in the NFT space and the future of rare sats as a game mechanic.
Topics:
- First up, Gansy shares their fascination with the introduction of Ordinals
- Next, Gansy explains their experience in art collections and the importance of pattern recognition in the world of rare sats
- Then, we dive into the concept of non-arbitrary asset types and the potential for creating new tokens on Bitcoin's blockchain
- and Finally, what are the challenges in the NFT space and the future of rare sats as a game mechanic?
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Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
In this episode of the TBR 1 hr Podcast, hosts Iman and Will are joined by guest Jeffrey to delve into a fascinating discussion about the metaverse, Bitcoin ordinals, and the future direction of these topics. They explore the similarities between building experiences in 3D and virtual realms, the challenges of creating something with stickiness, and the best ways for the community to collaborate in the metaverse. The conversation also touches on the concept of open source and interoperability in blockchain technology, the potential of Bitmaps in the future, and the importance of continuous improvement in development cycles. Listeners will gain insights into the Recursiverse company, its focus on building games, metaverse, game engines, tools, and marketplaces. Discover the benefits of open and closed metaverse ecosystems, modular development in game creation, and the importance of supporting creators with a royalty system.
Topics:
- First up, we discuss the challenges of the metaverse and the best way for the community to collaborate.
- Next, we touch on the potential of the metaverse on bitcoin known as Bitmap
- Then, what is Recursiverse, and its focus on tools for the 3d creator ecosystem?
- and Finally, What is Jeffrey’s opinion on the future of the web3 space?
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Saturday Oct 07, 2023
Saturday Oct 07, 2023
Hosts Iman and Will are joined by special guests Randy and Josh from Ordinals Wallet. They dive into the era of building for Bitcoin. The conversation explores the challenges posed by Ethereum fees and the need for alternative platforms. The speakers also address the future of Bitcoin, the importance of addressing its underlying system inefficiencies, and the potential of Ordinals to revolutionize the market. They share insights on their journey as entrepreneurs and highlight the value of customer-centric innovation. Also, the founders of Ordinals Wallet breakdown the timeline of events that ensued after the release of Runes proposal and how they intend to further development within the fungible token environment of Bitcoin.
Topics:
- First up, Randy and Josh go into their origin story on how they got into web3
- Next, we dive into the challenges posed by Ethereum fees and the need to stay on layer 1
- Then, discussing the potential of Ordinals to revolutionize the market
- and Finally, A timeline of events that ensued after the release of Runes proposal.
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