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The Rise Up Morning Show

Rise Up is the most trusted source for live crypto education on the internet.Join our hosts Evan Mann, Alex Popovic, and William Watson to learn what blockchain is, why it matters, & how to start using it safely!☕ THE RISE UP MORNING SHOW☀️Monday - Thursday @ 7a centralHelpful web3 news, commentary, & live answers to your crypto questions.🍻RISE UP AFTER DARK🌗Wednesdays @ 7p centralDYOR and BYOB for casual Q&A, fun with expert guests, and altcoin research.WANT MORE FROM US?🧑‍🏫

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90:19

#320 – Becoming a Web3 Developer w/Zara of Metana –...

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2025/06/09

Send us a text Goodnow, revolutionaries— Today’s episode starts with Evan & Will going head-to-head in a Battle of the Boards while Alex takes a personal day (you can support him/his family by showing some love to Lovable Paws Rescue ❤️🐾). Our featured guest is Zara from Metana, an inspiring, accessible web3 education platform helping everyday people—even with zero coding or STEM background—become blockchain developers. We talk about their approach, how to get started for free, "vibe

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74:52

#319 – No Dolphin, No Cry: Will in Street Clothes,...

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2025/06/05

Send us a text Goodnow, Revolutionaries— For the first time this week on the Rise Up Morning Show, Will shows up in street clothes, and everyone is up in arms: “Why no dolphin costume?” “Where’s the blue banana?!” Dressed like a regular guy, Will debunks the rumors of Jerome Powell’s departure and relays the month’s employment data. The crew dives into Circle’s better-than-expected IPO ($CRCL), JPMorgan’s exploration of crypto as part of net worth reporting, World Liberty Financial’s USD1 ai...

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148:08

#035 – Patent Pending Ponzinomics w/Emily Herrick –...

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2025/06/05

Send us a text Tonight we celebrate Emily Herrick’s return to the show by diving into a wide-ranging, wildly entertaining conversation about all things crypto. We break down: – What good grant programs look like (and how to fix bad ones) – Ponzinomics: when they’re brilliant, when they’re broken, and how to tell the difference – A history lesson on Olympus DAO (OM) – Tokenomics/Ponzinomics Breakdown: Raydium vs Morpho vs Maple Finance (and how Emily would hack Maple 👀) PLUS: – Could ...

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95:26

#318 – $TRUMP, Pump, (More) Airdrops, and zkTLS with...

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2025/06/04

Send us a text Goodnow, revolutionaries— Will (aka Flipper, "Free Willy") kicks things off with a market update, and Alex drops two more platforms offering confirmed airdrops for $POL stakers (with a little screenshare overview for good measure--links below). Then we talk pump.fun’s $1B token sale and what it means for Solana culture before welcoming our friend Dawufi to the show. "Thot leader" and vibe architect at Opacity, he breaks down zkTLS, what it means for privacy and freedom online, ...

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71:02

#316 – $POL Staking Tutorial + Free Willy 🐬 – The...

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2025/06/03

Send us a text Goodnow, revolutionaries— Usually, The Rise Up Morning Show dives deep, but today Will takes it literally and joins in a dolphin suit 🐬— the porpoise? His main TikTok account @coin_guide is appealing a ban, so he’s raising awareness for his alt: @dolphin_coin_guide. Make sure to follow him there for crypto-meets-flipper fun! After addressing the dolphin in the room, we swim through today’s macro news: Rumors about Jerome Powell’s potential departureBitcoin Whale James Wynn’s

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#317 – More Dolphins, Staking, Airdrops, & TradFi’s...

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2025/06/03

Send us a text Goodnow, revolutionaries— The dolphin suit is back (OpenSea are you watching this?!) and the guys dive into some rapid fire headlines that surface how TradFi continues to make waves in crypto. We break down: ETFs - inflows, outflows, and how a Solana product could shift the marketHow to buy a Bitcoin ETF (and why you might)Buying stocks like Strategy and 21 Capital - companies acquiring BTC - as a strategic playCriticisms of Coinbase and how users can get helpCommunity que...

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89:51

#315 – DePIN & 4-Year Cycles w/VC Correspondent Geebz...

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2025/05/29

Send us a text Goodnow, revolutionaries— Today, the guys welcome back Gerard aka Geebz, our go-to VC correspondent, for a rich discussion on the state of crypto post-Consensus. They cover: Reflections on Consensus (spoiler: RWAs are everywhere)How to approach and get started in DePIN (decentralized physical infrastructure)Insights on DeSci (where it’s working and where it’s not)A new mental model to understand the major sectors of cryptoAnd in closing thoughts: Is the crypto 4-year cycle theo...

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#034 – Airdrops, Katana & Crypto Marketing with Ruto...

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2025/05/29

Send us a text Goodnow, revolutionaries— On this edition of Rise Up After Dark, Will and Alex host Ruto from Polygon to dive deep into the current pulse of the crypto industry. They cover: Airdrop farming strategies: how to stay ahead of the next waveHow to break into the crypto industry and build a meaningful roleA sneak preview of Katana, a powerful new DeFi product suite in Polygon’s ecosystemHow crypto companies are navigating marketing in a rapidly evolving landscapeThe stark differences...

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#314 – Will, Alex, & the Seventh Circle of Soundboard...

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2025/05/28

Send us a text Goodnow, revolutionaries— Today chaos (and hilarity) ensue(s) as Will drives the show & debuts his new soundboard, u-turning into impromptu comedy gold. Alex tries his best to keep one hand on the wheel, but "there's no stopping this soul train, baby" Maybe they recover, maybe they don't, but the guys answer your questions and tackle topics like: Will BlackRock become an outsized force in crypto? (And what would it mean for the rest of us?)What does the Circle IPO mean for ...

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#314 – Zebec, GENIUS, & Blockchain OG William Quigley...

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2025/05/27

Send us a text Goodnow, revolutionaries— Today the theme is "reunion" on The Rise Up Morning Show as Evan, Alex, & Will are finally back together after Evan’s vacation. We celebrate Bitcon's new all time high; debrief the current status of the GENIUS Act, and debate the implications--whether yield-bearing stablecoins might be on thin ice. Then, a lively discussion on payment streaming and, specifically, Zebec (ZBCN), where Alex does not mince words about refusing to "slobber on [other pe...

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106:21

#033 – Ponzi Plundering + Which AI Would You Marry,...

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2025/05/15

Send us a text On tonight’s episode of Rise Up After Dark, we’re joined by a couple legends: Green Jeff—ponzi plunderer and DeFi founder extraordinaire—(aka @jeffthedunker) takes us through his crypto origin story, from Bitcoin gambling on a Minecraft server to navigating governance protocols like AAVE and Curve, and eventually founding protocols like Metronome, Vesper Finance, and his latest project, Odyssey Finance—a bold attempt to make DeFi actually usable for real people. Evan ...

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89:28

#313 – Web3 Gaming Is Inevitable (w/ Sam Steffanina)...

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2025/05/15

Send us a text Goodnow, revolutionaries— Today’s episode features one of the sharpest minds in Web3 gaming and content: Sam Steffanina—cofounder of WolvesDAO, CMO at Farcade, and host of the Gamified podcast. Evan opens with a story from the Consensus conference floor, then Sam breaks down why "Web3 gaming is inevitable" as platforms like the Farcade lower barriers to entry in gaming and content. We explore: Game design trends (MapleStory Universe, next-gen devices, vibe-creating)How to land ...

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#311.5 – BONUS: After the Episode: Pillow Talk, DAOs,...

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2025/05/14

Send us a text Goodnow, revolutionaries— We’re back with a bonus live episode immediately episode 311, (yes, Alex dubbed it Pillow Talk) featuring our friend Nill from Polygon Labs. We wanted to hear your reactions to this morning’s interview with Marc Boiron and questions about the broader vision Polygon is building with the Agglayer. But it wouldn’t be Rise Up without a little detour into the weird and wonderful world of DAOs we love: 💬 Alex DAO 🍕 Pizza DAO 🥣 Soup DAO 🪜 Tall DAO Plus,

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55:29

#311 – Marc Boiron on Polygon, the Agglayer, and the...

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2025/05/14

Send us a text Goodnow, revolutionaries— Today on The Rise Up Morning Show, we’re honored to welcome Marc Boiron, CEO of Polygon Labs. Marc shares his journey from lawyer to leader, his time as Polygon’s Chief Legal Officer, and how that shaped his vision for the future of the chain—and of crypto itself. We dig into the MATIC-to-POL migration, what it means for developers and users alike, and how Polygon is building for scalability without fragmenting the user experience. At the heart of tod...

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90:41

#310 – A Taste of Culture from Consensus – The Rise...

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2025/05/13

Send us a text Goodnow, revolutionaries— We’re coming to you live from Toronto at Consensus 2025, and today’s episode is a celebration of the real value in crypto: connection. Evan and Alex reflect on last night’s unforgettable dinner at Lee, hosted by our friends at the Stellar Development Foundation. Chef Susur Lee had us fully fanboying, and the vibes were immaculate. In a space that can sometimes feel dominated by speculation, it’s moments like this that remind us—the real ROI is the fri...

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98:38

#309 – "Powered by Polygon" + Privacy by Design...

The Rise Up Morning Show ·

2025/05/08

Send us a text Goodnow, revolutionaries— Big news today: The Rise Up Morning Show and Rise Up After Dark are now officially Powered by Polygon!! To kick things off, Evan and Alex are joined by our friend Nill (@bignillcollect) to reveal the partnership live, plus plans for more Polygon-powered educational content during Consensus and beyond. Next, we break down headlines driving Bitcoin's recent climb—including Trump’s teased trade deal, Arizona and New Hampshire announcing official Bitcoi...

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#032 – Emily Herrick (Foolproof) on Mimetics,...

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2025/05/08

Send us a text Tonight on Rise Up After Dark, Evan opens the show solo with one of the wildest AI use cases we’ve seen yet: a murdered man, recreated in video using AI, addresses his killer in court. The article (sourced via the brilliant Clone aggregator from our friends at Boys Club and Dirty) sparks a live audience conversation about the ethics of AI, and where this tech is headed next. Evan shares his experience generating AI content based on his own voice and likeness using tools like El...

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91:40

#308 – Web3 101: Picking a Wallet, Christina's...

The Rise Up Morning Show ·

2025/05/07

Send us a text Goodnow, Revolutionaries— It’s another Web3 101 Wednesday on The Rise Up Morning Show! After sharing the latest crypto headlines, Evan & Alex walk through the best ways to buy crypto safely, without breaking the bank; how to pick your first wallet (and what the heck a wallet actually is), and where you can earn passive income on your stablecoins—like Morpho Protocol. Then we shift gears into one of our favorite topics: marketing gone wild. We cover Christina's Cozy Grove ...

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#307 – "You Are So Early to Web3" with Morgan Kuphal...

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2025/05/06

Send us a text Good now, revolutionaries— Today on The Rise Up Morning Show, Evan and Alex are joined by Morgan Kuphal—who got into web3 via a Chainlink hackathon, became a Chainlink software developer, and is now the cofounding/CTO of Tunnl, a new platform helping creators earn tokenized rewards for their social content. Morgan shares his journey to crypto and along the way we tackle some big topics: what is an oracle (and why is Chainlink such a big deal)? What can smart contracts do (beyon...

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#306 – Can $47.5B Save Tiktok? + Deepfake Slipper...

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2025/05/05

Send us a text On today’s episode of The Rise Up Morning Show, Evan reflects on his appearance at TikTok Town Hall with guest Reid Rasner—the guy currently bidding ($47.5 billion) to buy TikTok and "bring it to America." Let’s just say… we've got questions. From concerns about privacy and surveillance to the real danger of replacing one billionaire platform owner with another, the guys unpack what’s at stake (and point listeners to FoundersTok.com to see Rasner’s plans for themselves). Alex s...

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