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Strange Water Podcast

Rex (LogarithmicRex)

“Survival is the ability to swim in strange water” -Frank Herbert Strange Water is a podcast hosted by Rex (Twitter: @LogarithmicRex). The show is a conversation-based podcast based around exploring Ethereum and Ethereum-adjacent topics. Strange Water is relatively unstructured show focused on organic, engaging conversations with people who are building, building on or otherwise deeply care about Ethereum.

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01:12:16

The Past, Present and Future of ChainLink w/...

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2023/10/19

Guest: ChainLinkGod (Twitter: @ChainLinkGod) Host: Rex (Twitter: @LogarithmicRex) The security of Ethereum and similar smart contract-based blockchains is attributed to their isolation from the external internet, which minimizes digital vulnerabilities. However, this security comes at the cost of limiting the capabilities of smart contracts to self-referential and uninteresting applications within the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM). To bridge this gap and connect these blockchains to the outside

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01:00:22

Reflections from Between Two Cycles w/ Hamzah Khan

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2023/10/12

Guest: Hamzah Khan (Twitter: @_khanhamzah) Host: Rex (Twitter: @LogarithmicRex) Despite the bear market, there's still significant activity in the crypto world. Builders and speculators are active, and various developments are ongoing. It's a valuable time for individuals to reflect on their experiences from the previous market cycle and learn from winners and losers. The podcast features Hamzah Khan, a key figure in De-Fi and Polygon's growth, discussing Polygon's success and the

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01:13:24

Credibly Neutral Public Goods Funding w/ Trent Van...

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2023/10/05

Guest: Trent Van Epps (Twitter: @trent_vanepps) Host: Rex (Twitter: @LogarithmicRex) I believe that Ethereum is the ultimate embodiment of the open-source software movement, allowing everyone to benefit financially from its developments. However, there is a need for real funding to support the development of Ethereum's infrastructure. Today’s episode is a conversation with Trent Van Epps, an expert in public goods funding and discuss his concept, Protocol Guild, which involves distributing

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01:03:48

Installing Ethereum's ZK Coprocessor w/ Yi Sun (Axiom)

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2023/09/28

Guest: Yi Sun (Twitter: @theyisun) Host: Rex (Twitter: @LogarithmicRex) The current landscape of cryptography is exceptionally dynamic and promising. However, there is a significant hurdle to overcome: the intricate and abstract nature of cryptographic mathematics has made it difficult for application developers and those without a strong math background to utilize these powerful tools effectively. This challenge is exacerbated in fields like blockchain and the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM), which

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01:04:23

Cryptography, AI and the ZKML Prover w/ Daniel Shorr...

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2023/09/14

Guest: Daniel Shorr (Twitter: @realDanielShorr) Host: Rex (Twitter: @LogarithmicRex) This episode of the Strange Water Podcast discusses the competition and convergence of two cutting-edge fields: cryptography/blockchain/distributed computing and machine learning. It highlights the uncertainty regarding how these technologies will intersect but expresses confidence that they are essential components of modern computing. The episode introduces Daniel Shorr of Modulus Labs, a startup aiming to merge

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01:06:50

The Integrated ZK Stack: From Hardware to API w/ Omer...

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2023/09/07

Guest: Omer Shlomovits (Twitter: @OmerShlomovits) Host: Rex (Twitter: @LogarithmicRex) Zero Knowledge (ZK) cryptography has become a prominent topic in the tech industry. It represents a shift from traditional cryptography, which focused on encrypting data, to using cryptographic techniques for trustless computation. However, understanding and effectively using ZK cryptography is challenging due to its complexity and novelty. Omer Shlomovits, the CEO of Ingonyama (Twitter: @Ingo_zk), is working to

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01:06:29

Building, Upgrading and Documenting Ethereum w/ Ben...

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2023/09/03

Guest: Ben Edgington (Twitter: @benjaminion_xyz) Host: Rex (⁠Twitter: @LogarithmicRex⁠) Upgrading Ethereum (formerly eth2book) Ben Edgington is not just a writer and educator; he's a vital figure in the Ethereum community due to his dedicated work on building Ethereum infrastructure as a leader at Consensys. His passion project, "Upgrading Ethereum," has become an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to understand the inner workings of Ethereum, making it an essential reference

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01:18:06

The History, Reality and Future of Off-Shore Finance...

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2023/08/31

Guest: Alex Golubitsky (Twitter: DumbApe69420) Host: Rex (⁠Twitter: LogarithmicRex⁠) The Strange Water Podcast welcomes Alex Golubitsky, an attorney turned crypto enthusiast, who once specialized in off-shore finance before immersing himself in Ethereum. He brings insight from his experience in the more enigmatic realms of global finance in the US Virgin Islands. This episode explores the concept of off-shore finance, its history, and offers initial paths for deeper understanding. Alex challenges

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01:02:03

The Next Frontier: Trustless Compute w/ Tim, Wolfgang...

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2023/08/24

Guests: Tim Carstens (Twitter: intoverflow), Wolfgang Welz (Github: Wollac), Rami Khalil (Twitter: hashcashier) Host: Rex (Twitter: ⁠LogarithmicRex⁠) As of 2021, I believed Ethereum would revolutionize finance, drawing from my financial background. While I still hold that belief, my perspective has shifted over the past couple of years. I now see Ethereum's purpose as trustless computation, extending beyond finance to encompass various computer applications. In this episode, we're joined by

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00:59:42

Auditing, Security and Safety Inside the EVM w/...

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2023/08/17

Guest: 0xTaiga (Twitter: @0xTaiga) Host: Rex (⁠Twitter: ⁠⁠@LogarithmicRex⁠⁠) Smart contract auditing involves specialized teams meticulously reviewing developers' code for errors, bugs, and vulnerabilities to ensure safety and readiness for production. The episode's guest, 0xTaiga from Consensys Diligence, sheds light on the intricacies of smart contract auditing, discussing the audit process, the distinctions between smart contract and traditional programming, and tips for maintaining

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01:18:29

Building a Decentralized Banking Institution w/ Sam...

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2023/08/10

Guest: Sam Kazemian (Twitter: @samkazemian) Host: Rex (⁠Twitter: ⁠@LogarithmicRex⁠) More info on Frax Gov Frax Finance Founder Sam Kazemian discusses his journey to Frax and Frax's journey to v3. The episode begins with Sam's DOGE mining in college, his first startup Everpedia (now IQ.wiki) and the founding of Frax Finance. We then discuss the genesis of Frax and the design principles that not only built a huge protocol, but provided resilient and thoughtful enough to survive the regular

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01:08:20

Remember When Ethereum Almost Ended w/ Hudson Jameson

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2023/08/03

Guest: Hudson Jameson (Twitter: ⁠@hudsonjameson⁠) Host: Rex (⁠Twitter: @LogarithmicRex⁠) We begin with the current context of the recent earthquake in the De-Fi world: Curve Finance has been hacked, and the CRV token hangs precariously between the hacker, Curve's founder and a handful of De-Fi lending protocols. The episode reflects on past existential moments for Ethereum and brings in a special guest, Hudson Jameson, to provide insights and background on previous challenges faced by the

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01:12:11

Blockchain in the (Trad-Fi) Insurance Industry w/...

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2023/07/27

Guest: Brendan Picha (⁠LinkedIn: brendanpicha⁠) Host: Rex (⁠Twitter: @LogarithmicRex⁠) I recently heard a comment on a crypto news show about the crypto community on Twitter being in a bubble, which resonated with me as it highlighted the echo chamber effect I often experience. To gain a different perspective, I contacted an old friend, Brendan Picha, who has a history of advocating for Bitcoin and digital currency in large companies like Anheuser-Busch and Liberty Mutual. Brendan is now a senior

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01:08:48

Building Between Chains w/ twMatt (TapiocaDAO)

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2023/07/20

Guest: twMattt (Twitter: @twMattt) Host: Rex (⁠Twitter: @LogarithmicRex⁠) This episode of the Strange Water podcast begins with a recent shift in their perspective on Ethereum's purpose. While I previously saw it as a platform for transparent finance, I now believe Ethereum's primary role is in trustless computation, not just finance. The guest for this episode is twMattt, the co-founder of Tapioca; together we dive deep with a focus on Tapioca's unique omnichain functionality. Key

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01:07:22

Beyond the EVM - Computation and the World Computer...

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2023/07/13

Guest: 0xtoki (Twitter: @0xtoki_) Host: Rex (⁠Twitter: @LogarithmicRex⁠) In today's episode, we welcome a highly technical guest, 0xToki, a smart contract developer at Umami Finance. Our conversation with Toki is exceptional, beginning with his background and his journey into creating advanced financial products on Arbitrum. We also explore Umami Finance's resilience in the face of product setbacks, black swan events, and continuous DAO-related challenges. The latter part of our discussion

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01:09:26

Ethereum, Composability and Creating Options w/ Dan...

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2023/07/06

Guest: Dan Ugolini (Twitter: @DanDeFiEd) Host: Rex (⁠Twitter: @LogarithmicRex⁠) A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of meeting Dan Ugolini from Rysk Finance during a panel discussion on options. Despite my initial disinterest in options trading and their complex terminology, I was captivated by the broader implications of Ethereum's ecosystem that Dan highlighted. This conversation delves into the intricacies of building on Ethereum, emphasizing the power of composability in fostering

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01:00:56

Lessons from Investing Through 8 Bubbles w/ Dave Levine

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2023/06/29

Guest: Dave Levine (⁠Twitter: @DaveLevine0com⁠) Host: Rex (⁠Twitter: @LogarithmicRex⁠) Regardless of one's motivation in the blockchain space, exposure to ETH (or other financial considerations is often unavoidable). In this episode, Dave Levine, a seasoned investor, shares invaluable lessons from navigating eight cryptocurrency bubbles and offers forward-looking insights on crypto and Web3 through his YouTube channel, DaveLevineDotCom. Dave's story serves as a unique source of wisdom,

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01:03:15

Next Generation Stablecoins w/ OneTrueKirk (Volt...

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2023/06/22

Guest: OneTrueKirk (⁠Twitter: @OneTrueKirk⁠) Host: Rex (Twitter: @LogarithmicRex) Currently, the discourse surrounding stablecoins is mired in chaos, often getting ensnared in regulatory discussions or central bank digital currency (CBDC) debates. Today's guest, OneTrueKirk, offers a comprehensive perspective on the stablecoin landscape, from its inception to its future. With a wealth of experience in crypto and stablecoin development, he has spent time contemplating critical questions that

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01:02:37

Staking with Conviction w/ Jasper the Friendly Ghost...

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2023/06/15

Guest: Jasper the Friendly Ghost (⁠Twitter: @DrJasper_ETH⁠) Host: Rex (Twitter: @LogarithmicRex) In the midst of the frenzied narratives surrounding Ethereum staking and LSD (Liquid Staking Derivatives), it's essential to pause and reflect on the fundamental questions: What is the significance of Ethereum staking, and why does it matter? In this episode, we engage with Jasper the friendly Ghost, a passionate advocate of Ethereum as the "world computer" and a prominent figure in the

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01:01:31

A Sober, Bullish Conversation on NFTs w/ Matt Silverman

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2023/06/08

Guest: Matt Silverman (Twitter: @mattsilv) Host: Rex (⁠Twitter: @LogarithmicRex⁠) Matt's NFT+psychology thread Despite initial skepticism surrounding NFTs due to the prevalence of scams and toxicity in the space, the fundamental potential of non-fungible tokens cannot be overlooked. The unique capabilities of NFTs have already sparked innovation, fostered new ideas, and created vibrant communities, and this is just the beginning. What makes them even more compelling is that many level-headed

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