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Coffee with Captain: Daily NFT Conversations

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

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121:22

Abstract Chain’s Future Questioned + Gambling Apps...

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2025/09/11

The episode opens with reflections on 9/11 and the importance of disagreeing without being disagreeable before diving into Abstract Chain’s ongoing struggle to define its purpose. Cap and Steve debated whether Abstract can move past promos, badges, and gambling-heavy dapps to establish a lasting consumer-facing identity, with some optimism around its streaming and tipping model but skepticism about sustainability. They also broke down practical DeFi yield strategies across Turtle, Kaito, Hype...

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126:02

ApeChain Identity Crisis + Move-to-Earn with Runwago

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2025/09/10

Cap and Steve debated ApeChain’s “one $APE equals BAYC membership” narrative, calling it a dangerous dilution of the brand. They also highlighted early LPing strategies on Meteora and the latest buzz around Solana and Project RAID. The episode closed with a sponsored interview from Runwago, a move-to-earn app that turns running challenges into real rewards through pooled incentives, revenue-share tokens, and future AR integrations. Special Guest: Martin Lepka - Cofounder & CFO of Moon5L...

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126:17

OpenSea’s Final Rewards Phase + NPM Hack Exposes Web3...

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2025/09/09

Markets churned as the crew debated whether alt season has truly arrived with BTC still chopping near $112k. A major portion of the discussion centered on OpenSea’s long-delayed TGE, where some praised the phased approach that ties rewards to actual usage and seeds reserves with assets like a CryptoPunk, while others criticized the constant delays as typical of OpenSea’s slow execution. The episode also broke down the recent NPM hack that briefly swapped wallet approvals to attacker addresses...

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128:52

Prediction Markets Surge + ApeCoin’s Project RAID...

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2025/09/08

Prediction markets are pulling users and liquidity away from traditional sportsbooks, setting the stage for a wider conversation on how peer-to-peer platforms change the betting landscape. The discussion also spotlights Billy Bets’ new automation tools that link with Kalshi accounts, along with the risks of chasing high-yield DeFi pump pools while markets stay quiet ahead of the Fed’s September 17 meeting. The episode closes with SimpleFarmer and PPman introducing Project Raid, an ApeChain in...

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119:06

Yuga’s HV-MTL Pump, Pudgy Party Buzz & Case.fun...

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2025/09/05

Cap reacts to Yuga’s HV-MTL acquisition and the surprise 200% surge that followed, weighing whether billionaire ownership can revive the game’s stalled momentum. The conversation shifts to Pudgy Penguins and their expanding ecosystem, with Pudgy Party drawing attention for its seamless onboarding, rarity-driven economy, and early NFT sales. Special guest Mario from Case.fun joins to introduce their case-opening platform that rewards users with tokens, NFTs, airdrops, and CS2 skins. The platfo...

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110:27

Polymarket Wins U.S. Approval + PUNKS Comic Revived...

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2025/09/04

Polymarket’s newly granted CFTC approval marks a milestone that brings crypto prediction markets fully into the U.S. and solidifies its breakout status on Polygon. Cap and Steve compare notes on token farming strategies and Steve’s latest DeFi moves, while Cap questions whether OpenSea’s delayed airdrop and XP farming mechanics will frustrate more users than it rewards. The show closes with discussion of PUNKS Comic and MetaHero IP being handed to Chris Wahl and Josh Blaylock under Post Punk ...

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117:20

Pump.fun Streaming Revenue + Web3 Playboys’ Upcoming...

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2025/09/03

Cap and Steve dive into the rise of Pump.fun streaming tokens, breaking down how creators earn revenue when fans buy and sell their coins and what that means for the future of online engagement. They also push back on calls for OpenSea to rush a token launch, highlighting why timing and execution matter. The centerpiece of the episode is a feature interview with the Web3 Playboys team, who preview their upcoming drop and outline their vision for the project while discussing how they plan to d...

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124:47

ThreadGuy’s KOL Tier List, OpenSea’s Future & The...

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2025/09/02

Cap and Steve debate the effectiveness of paid KOL marketing, kicking off with ThreadGuy’s viral tier list. The conversation shifts to how companies approach brand awareness and marketing spend, weighing what truly elevates a brand in Web3. Later, they examine OpenSea’s future and whether it can expand beyond crypto-native users, before closing with a spirited discussion on brand coins as loyalty tools, including good and bad examples and whether this model has staying power. Subscribe o...

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87:19

Pudgy Penguins’ Playbook + Bitcoin’s September Slump...

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2025/09/01

Cap and Steve break down how Pudgy Penguins are executing the perfect brand playbook, from GIFs and plushies to a mobile game and NASCAR sponsorship, pushing NFTs further into mainstream culture. They contrast this with the struggles of DAO-led efforts, pointing out how missing basic hires like membership directors and communications leads has limited other NFT projects. The conversation shifts to market seasonality as Bitcoin enters September, historically its weakest month, with average los...

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126:03

Katana’s DeFi Chain Incubated by Polygon + Seamless...

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2025/08/29

Cap and Steve welcome Crypto Texan for an in-depth look at Katana, a DeFi-first chain incubated by Polygon Labs and GSR that aims to simplify yield for everyone. The discussion explores how Katana enables seamless bridging from more than 70 chains into user-friendly vaults, offering both Express and native options to suit depositors of all sizes. Crypto Texan explains how Katana’s seasonal rewards align incentives, while its chain-owned liquidity model reinvests yield into the network for lon...

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134:56

Myriad Prediction Markets, $REKT Finds Its Range &...

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2025/08/28

Prediction markets take center stage as the crew dig into Myriad’s season structure, points flow, and clunky Learn/tests UX while weighing likely token dynamics against Polymarket and Kalshi. Conversation turns to $REKT after a big run as it pulls back and works to establish a new trading range, with brand strength and community interest still intact. Along the way, Cap and Steve keep things lively with SBS Best Ball chatter, highlighting 30-second drafts that wrap fast and prizes denominated...

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118:57

Kaito’s Loyalty Update + Hyperliquid Outpaces Robinhood

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2025/08/27

Kaito’s latest loyalty update boosts leaderboard rankings for stakers and native PFP holders, sparking debate about whether it fosters authentic community or narrows the ecosystem to whales. Cap and Steve then turn to Hyperliquid’s explosive rise, noting its trading volume has now surpassed Robinhood’s while unpacking how its DeFi ecosystem, perps platform and strong cult following are shaping the current market cycle. Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coffeewithcaptainshow ...

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119:08

ETH Bottom Calls, MetaMask Woes & DeFi Yield Strategies

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2025/08/26

Cap and Steve debate whether the latest crypto pullback marks a healthy correction or just noise as ETH inflows, Solana treasuries, and Fed rate cut odds shape market conviction. Frustrations mount over MetaMask’s latest update, with both hosts considering a switch to Rabby after clunky UI changes and hardware wallet issues. The discussion shifts into DeFi as they break down liquidity pool plays on Meteora and Project X, weighing airdrop chasing against long-term conviction strategies. Listen...

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126:18

Other Page Loyalty Badges for Real Fans + CwC 10K APE...

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2025/08/25

Markets cooled and sentiment flipped despite price levels matching last week, so Cap and Steve walked through how ETF inflows and forced NFT liquidations shape the near term while the long-term trend remains intact. Then Nova and Mike from Other Page explained how creators can verify real fans, prove engagement, and reward loyalty with badges, native raffles, and analytics. Together we launched the CwC × Other Page Badge Challenge on ApeChain, where live listeners can claim daily badges to en...

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115:57

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

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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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