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Coffee with Captain: Crypto Markets, Products and Culture

Coffee with Captain

Coffee with Captain is a daily live crypto morning show hosted by Cap, live every weekday morning in real time. We cover crypto markets and catalysts, the products people actually use, and the builders behind the next wave. Each episode delivers what’s happening, why it matters, and what to watch next, with clear explanations you can use. Expect real-time conversation and guest segments with founders, analysts, and creators. Topics span Bitcoin, altcoins, DeFi, wallets, trading, and onchain apps you

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115:57

Fed Signals at Jackson Hole, GameStop Crypto Cards &...

Coffee with Captain: Crypto Markets, Products and... ·

2025/08/22

Markets brace for Powell’s Jackson Hole remarks as traders debate whether short-term chop or September decisions will drive the next move, with ETF flows and institutional demand reinforcing the long-term bull case. The discussion shifts to GameStop’s currency trading cards redeemable for crypto, sparking a conversation around resale values and the chase for BTC grails. Later, Cap and Steve shared sharp criticism of MetaMask’s latest update and why many are turning to Rabby as a cleaner alter...

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120:22

Pirate Nation Shutdown, MetaMask Stablecoin & DeFi...

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2025/08/21

Cap and Steve dive into Proof of Play’s decision to shut down Pirate Nation, exploring the costs of running a fully onchain game, how the team pivoted toward B2B infrastructure, and what it means for players and the Pirate token. The discussion shifts to MetaMask’s launch of its native stablecoin MUSD, weighing whether the move pushes the space forward or falls short of long-rumored token expectations. Steve then breaks down his latest experiments with DeFi yields, comparing the risks and rew...

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114:48

Rate Cut Uncertainty + DeFi Yield Plays

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2025/08/20

Markets pulled back as traders braced for Powell’s Jackson Hole remarks, with Cap arguing the sell-off was an overreaction and Easy suggesting patience until Friday’s decision. The discussion broke down how ETH’s climb from $1,400 to $4,100 reframes entry points, why DeFi yield and under-the-radar airdrops like Polygon and Katana may offer outsized opportunities, and how loyalty mechanics are evolving in onchain projects. The show closed with updates on ApeChain’s DeFi expansion, Guido’s burn...

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142:49

CwC Listener Wins $40K BAYC on Wheel of Fate +...

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2025/08/19

A Coffee with Captain listener spins the Wheel of Fate and walks away with a BAYC worth over $40,000, as the hosts break down fairness, rewards, and community excitement around ApeChain’s newest mechanic. Market sentiment remains cautious with ETH and BTC drifting in “shop season,” while Doodles’ Upcycle program earns praise for delivering daily creative value. Richard and Boris Vagner join later in the show to spotlight Spoiled Banana Society, their onchain fantasy football contest that merg...

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123:44

Market Pullback Tests Crypto Conviction + ApeChain’s...

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2025/08/18

Cap and Steve open the week with markets flashing red, framing the dip as a leverage-driven pullback that ultimately tests conviction in the broader bull cycle while pointing to Fed policy and Jackson Hole as key catalysts ahead. They highlight ongoing debates around community leadership at BAYC before welcoming ApeChain’s Shpend and Dutchee for an in-depth look at new ecosystem mechanics, including the Peanuts token liquidity model and the Spotlight “Wheel of Fate” distribution, where partic...

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126:05

ETH Bounce, Hyperliquid Gains & Polkadot DeFi Yields

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2025/08/15

Cap and Steve recap a volatile market day as ETH rebounds from a flash crash triggered by hot inflation data, noting $639M in institutional ETF inflows on the same day. The discussion shifts to DeFi positioning, with Cap increasing his Hyperliquid HYPE stake and Steve focusing on concentrated yield strategies. NFT chatter covers Blur loan risk on Pudgy Penguins and how Spencer is reviving the “NFT as a dividend-yielding asset” model. In the planned guest segment, Phunky explains Polkadot’s re...

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147:07

Bitcoin’s New All-Time High, DeFi Leverage Risks &...

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2025/08/14

Bitcoin’s fresh all-time high sparks discussion on what it means for a volatile bull market and why short-term pullbacks shouldn’t shake long-term conviction. The conversation explores the double-edged nature of leverage in DeFi trading, warning how quickly liquidation levels can be reached when markets turn. Other topics include Stripe and Circle’s potential on-chain moves, the resilience of brand coins like $PENGU, and the balance between grinding and efficiency in Abstract’s XP system, wit...

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131:39

$27B ETH Buy + Could $10K ETH Spark a Six-Figure NFT...

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2025/08/13

Ethereum’s explosive rally takes center stage with a looming $27B institutional buy that could trigger a major supply shock, drawing comparisons to 2021 and sparking debate over whether $10K ETH is inevitable. The discussion explores how such a surge could push Punks, Apes, and Pudgies back to six-figure USD floors, with BAYC’s resilience without immediate catalysts seen as a bullish indicator for Pudgy Penguins post-TGE. Cap and Steve also cover the shift from NFTs to coins and DeFi, dispel ...

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134:25

ETH ETF Boom + Stripe & Circle’s Blockchain Bet

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2025/08/12

Ethereum’s rally past $4,400 after flat CPI data fueled discussion on massive ETF inflows, ETH’s continued dominance over BTC, and where the market could head next. The conversation explored Moonbirds’ momentum from a Kaito leaderboard campaign, SimpleFarmer’s reveal of ApeChain’s new “Wheel of Fate” prize system, and reactions to Stripe and Circle launching their own blockchains to leverage existing payment networks for mainstream adoption. Voh joined to discuss declining quality in Kaito ca...

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160:20

GPT-5’s Big Reveal + How X Spaces Data Is Becoming...

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2025/08/08

Cap and Steve welcome Kyle, Cofounder of Lurky, for a deep dive into how the platform transforms crypto Spaces into actionable, real-time insights. Kyle explains how Lurky overcomes X’s limited APIs by building custom analytics tools, enabling hosts to create audiograms and short-form videos, monetize through subscriptions and partnerships, and offer API access to companies seeking valuable audience data. He highlights their 20,000 hours of proprietary Spaces recordings as an untapped goldmin...

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140:52

ApeChain Plans ComplexCon & DeFi Growth + How Retail...

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2025/08/07

Ethereum’s path to institutional adoption is accelerating, with Cap and Steve breaking down how major funds like Bitmine and Sharp Square are accumulating billions in ETH. The discussion explores new entry points including 401(k) allocations, tax-advantaged products, and yield-focused crypto strategies, while evaluating Tom Lee’s prediction of $16K ETH based on past cycle ratios. Later in the episode, Cameron Kates and Shpend from the ApeChain Hub join to share details on their upcoming Compl...

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119:15

Murakami's NFT Backlash, SEC’s Liquid Staking Ruling...

Coffee with Captain: Crypto Markets, Products and... ·

2025/08/06

The debate heats up over Takashi Murakami’s $5 NFT card pack drop on Base after a tweet implying he’s the only artist still producing in the space draws sharp reactions. Cap and Steve break down whether the move was a cash grab, poor communication, or simply a low‑cost release, with speculation that a middleman may be steering his NFT strategy poorly. They also cover the SEC’s announcement that liquid staking is not a security and explore how this ruling could accelerate TradFi adoption. Late...

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121:15

Tom Lee’s $3B ETH Bet, Flow’s DeFi Rewards &...

Coffee with Captain: Crypto Markets, Products and... ·

2025/08/05

Steve shares new DeFi strategies as he shifts focus from speculative airdrops to real yield, experimenting with platforms on Flow, Solana, and Kinetic. Cap updates the ETH strategic reserve dashboard, highlighting that Bitmine, run by Tom Lee, now holds over $3B in ETH. Meanwhile, billionaire Adam Weitsman revealed a direct acquisition of over 5,000 Otherdeeds, Mega Kodas, and Weapon Kodas from Yuga Labs, stating his long-term commitment to help Otherside succeed. The episode also dives into ...

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112:49

Gold Apes vs Pudgy Grails + Steve’s First DeFi Dive

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2025/08/04

Audio issues forced the crew into a Spaces-only episode, but that didn’t stop the conversation. Cap and Steve debate why grail Apes continue to fetch premium prices while Pudgy grails lag behind, digging into culture, aesthetic appeal, and whether the upcoming Abstract airdrop is delaying high-end demand. Later, Steve walks through his first weekend exploring DeFi, from staking on Jito and lending on Hyperliquid to liquidity pooling on Meteora, sharing the challenges, tools, and community sup...

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118:26

Doodles Team Mass Exodus + Why Web3 Brands Keep Breaking

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2025/07/25

The fallout continues at Doodles as Cap and Steve break down the sudden exit of the brand’s core team, including key product leads and their longtime biz dev lead. They analyze what Burnt Toast’s vague roadmap really means, debate whether DreamNet is effectively shelved, and unpack the deeper reasons so many Web3 brands struggle after raising tens of millions. Community members join the stage to offer firsthand insight on missed Asia expansion, token execution failures and why Pudgy Penguins ...

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139:23

ChatGPT Agent Demo + Pixel Vault’s Sudden Shutdown

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2025/07/24

A live demo of ChatGPT’s new agent feature takes center stage as Bunchu puts AI to the test, tasking it with planning a Penn State football trip, complete with ticket searches, Airbnb options, and a custom pitch deck. The conversation also dives into the mechanics behind $REKT’s breakout run and whether its loyalty-based brand coin model can be replicated by other startups. Later in the episode, the hosts respond to Pixel Vault’s shutdown, calling out the team for abandoning advisor token agr...

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114:11

$REKT vs $PENGU, Token Profit Strategies & NFT Market...

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2025/07/23

Cap and Steve dive into the $REKT versus $PENGU debate, comparing REKT’s equity-sharing beverage brand at a $290 million market cap with PENGU’s mainstream GIF dominance and $2.7 billion valuation. They discuss profit-taking psychology in crypto, from “round-tripping” to conviction-based consolidation, and weigh why REKT’s early-stage positioning might offer better upside. The conversation also covers a record-setting $441K Pudgy sale, NFT speculation around Cool Cats and Moonbirds, and bulli...

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118:58

InfoFi Collapse & Creator Monetization Crisis +...

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2025/07/22

Cap and Steve break down the collapse of Base App’s content monetization experiment and debate whether Kaito’s pivot toward launchpads signals the end of InfoFi. They critique a growing pattern of Web3 platforms turning into financial funnels rather than serving creators or consumers. Later in the episode, Think Protocol’s core team joins for an in-depth discussion on their upcoming token generation event and the launch of decentralized AI agents designed to protect user data. The inter...

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132:45

NFT PFPs Signal Market Strength + Jason Sibley on...

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2025/07/21

ETH has surged past $3800 as Cap and Steve dive into crypto market momentum and the resurgence of NFT floor prices. They discuss how legacy PFP collections like Apes and Pudgies continue to set the pace while newer projects push innovation. Loki joins to share insights on PFPs evolving into essential digital business tools, highlighting Pudgy Penguins as a prime example. The episode features an in-depth interview with Jason Sibley, CEO of Zenko, who reveals how his company transforms brand ma...

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117:44

ETH Hits $3,600, Broken InfoFi Models & Brand Coin...

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2025/07/18

ETH breaks through $3,600 as Cap and Steve dive into the bull run signs. They discuss ETF momentum, token accumulation by institutions and how ETH supply is drying up on exchanges. The conversation shifts toward misinformation in InfoFi platforms and how current reward models are encouraging engagement over accuracy. To close out the show, they explore the concept of brand coins, using examples like Rekt Brands and VeeFriends to consider what’s working, what’s not, and what this emerging cate...

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