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Coffee with Captain: Crypto Markets, Products and Builders

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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58:27

Coinbase Buys Echo for $375M + BAYC Miami Clubhouse?

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2025/10/21

Cap held down a solo short show while Steve traveled, kicking things off with a quick market rundown before diving into the day’s top headlines. He hit on Coinbase’s $375M acquisition of Echo, the sharp drop in OpenSea Farm activity, and the growing anticipation around ApeFest. The back half of the show centered on Bored Ape Yacht Club’s new Miami “Clubhouse” and merch drop, sparking a lively community discussion about how the brand balances exclusivity with approachability as ApeFest Vegas a...

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113:14

The AWS Dependency Problem + OpenSea’s Tokenomics...

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2025/10/20

Cap and Steve opened with OpenSea’s newly revealed tokenomics, questioning whether sending half the supply back to the community will create lasting engagement or short-term dumping. The conversation then shifted to AWS outages and MetaMask downtime, which exposed how much Web3 still depends on centralized infrastructure. Bleu and Fitzy argued for true decentralization as the only way forward, while Cap and Steve countered that pragmatism matters more than purity, especially when nearly every...

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157:20

US–China Tensions + Why OpenSea Rewards Missed...

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2025/10/17

Markets opened the week under pressure as renewed U.S.–China trade friction and global risk-off sentiment dragged prices lower. Political uncertainty and tightening liquidity have shaken investor confidence, leaving traders on edge. Conversation then turned to OpenSea’s new loyalty program, which sparked debate over whether it truly rewards long-term users or simply created confusion around “plus EV” expectations. The hosts cautioned against farming behaviors, encouraging organic participatio...

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144:46

OpenSea’s Loyalty Experiment, NFT Collector Behavior...

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2025/10/16

Cap and Steve broke down OpenSea’s new rewards program, praising its focus on long-term loyalty while calling out how unclear messaging created confusion across the NFT space. They explored what the rollout says about the maturity of collectors and how marketplaces can rebuild trust after years of points-driven incentives. Later in the show, they discussed leadership and storytelling through the lens of Abstract Chain, highlighting why consistent communication and a recognizable voice remain ...

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122:14

Monad’s Airdrop Divide and the Dark Reality of...

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2025/10/15

Monad dominated the first hour with a deep look at claim mechanics, allocation optics, and the fairness debate between VC and community shares. The crew unpacked eligibility criteria and anti-Sybil tradeoffs, asking where the line sits between real users and pure farmers, and why some legitimate wallets still feel overlooked. A mid-show segment broke down CZ, Binance, and what actually moves projects toward a token listing in 2025, including why timing often lags community expectations. OpenS...

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135:54

Surviving the Market Chop + Inside Good Vibes Club’s...

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2025/10/14

Cap and Steve opened with a quick note that the Monad airdrop claim begins today, reminding everyone to double-check official links and stay alert for scams. The conversation quickly shifted to market discipline, focusing on how planning ahead, taking profits, and maintaining conviction can help traders navigate volatility. Later, Ty and Chris Guyot from Good Vibes Club joined to explain how their $VIBESTR token and badge system reward positive participation while strengthening community alig...

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113:27

Binance Flash Crash + The End of NFT Hype Culture

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2025/10/13

Friday’s $20B crypto crash set the tone for the day as Cap and Steve unpacked theories of a coordinated attack centered on Binance. They explored how exchange transparency can turn into a market vulnerability and why hype-driven NFT announcements are losing their impact. The conversation later shifted to Spencer’s clash with Good Vibes Club, using it as a lesson in communication and leadership across Web3 communities. The show wrapped with reminders to stay patient and opportunistic amid fear...

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132:49

Vibestr Token Starts Out Strong + Why Every NFT Brand...

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2025/10/10

Cap and Steve break down the early success of Vibestr, the latest NFT-linked token to gain traction thanks to its revamped on-chain mechanics and buy-and-burn loop. The discussion expands into the growing wave of brand coins such as DOOD, REKT, and the upcoming BIRB, exploring whether these project-backed tokens will bring genuine utility or just spark short-lived hype. They also react to the Moonbirds team’s BIRB token buildup and question if the announcement cycle is getting ahead of substa...

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139:08

VeeFriends Wallet Bridges Web2 Users + The Blueprint...

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2025/10/09

The episode opens with a look at brand building in Web3, highlighting how teams can communicate clearly, maintain trust, and build sustainable value beyond floor prices. The crew discusses royalties, community engagement, and how strong storytelling can separate lasting brands from short-term projects. Around the halfway point, VeeFriends President Andy Krainak and Community Lead Jeremy join to share details on the new Privy-powered wallet, explaining how it helps users move from exchanges in...

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138:09

Crypto Credit Card Rewards + The Problem With...

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2025/10/08

The episode opens with a breakdown of crypto credit cards, exploring how reward systems like Gemini and Coinbase One are evolving and what users should consider before relying on them for everyday spending. Discussion then shifts to TokenWorks’ expanding NFTStrategy ecosystem and how upcoming launches could reshape NFT market behavior through perpetual buybacks and trading incentives. Midway through, Makaveli from Other Games joins to preview an ApeChain × Solana crossover gaming event inside...

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110:09

NFT Ownership Isn’t What You Think + Serpin’s Vision...

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2025/10/07

Cap and Steve explore what it really means to own an NFT, questioning whether exclusivity still exists in collections that operate more like open markets. Their discussion on scarcity, purpose, and long-term value leads to a broader look at how thoughtful design and intent can make ownership feel meaningful rather than speculative. The conversation closes with guest Serpin, founder of Ethos, who explains how on-chain reputation systems, moderation frameworks, and community-driven accountabili...

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87:51

Solana ETFs on the Horizon + Rethinking How Web3...

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2025/10/06

Cap and Steve opened with a look at market momentum, noting Bitcoin’s approach toward price discovery and Cap’s conviction that Solana could outperform majors through Q4 as ETF speculation builds. They then shifted to the growing fatigue around NFT farming and reward loops, arguing that OpenSea and Blur’s incentives have fueled short-term activity instead of lasting community value. The conversation focused on how Web3 loyalty programs should evolve, spotlighting examples like Project RAID, M...

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147:11

OpenSea Chooses Farmers Over Collectors + Why Steve’s...

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2025/10/03

Cap admitted he briefly considered selling all his NFTs. He said he has no conviction in price action right now, which set off a wider conversation about market fatigue, fragmented liquidity, and the harm caused by incentivized bidding models. The hosts criticized OpenSea for essentially copying Blur’s farming system “packaged a little prettier,” calling it a net negative that accelerates floor price decline. In the closing stretch, Steve reflected on his long history supporting Doodles and e...

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150:58

Coffee with Captain’s 1000th Episode Celebration &...

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2025/10/02

Cap and Steve celebrate Coffee with Captain’s 1000th episode with a special community show filled with gratitude, reflection, and live giveaways. The hosts looked back on the journey to 1,000 mornings of conversation while thanking the listeners and community who made it possible. To mark the milestone, partners including Death.fun, ENS, OpenPage, Polygon, Flow, ApeCoin, Beezie, and Awaken joined in to provide giveaways and prizes, making the day a true celebration of Web3 and community spiri...

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137:22

Boring Market Cycle, Abstract's Creator Problem &...

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2025/10/01

Markets saw a small bounce, with Cap and Steve stressing the importance of staying balanced so you don’t overinvest and trade emotionally. They noted this cycle feels more boring than 2021, as liquidity pools, perp DEXes, and yield farming dominate in ways that mostly benefit whales over broad NFT excitement. Abstract faced more criticism for failing to reward streamers, while Pump.fun continued to gain traction with creators like Laura Shin making the move. The hosts also debated whether Ope...

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114:43

Market Sentiment Heading into Uptober + NFT Events,...

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2025/09/30

As Q4 begins, the crew debates whether Uptober’s reputation for strong markets is already preprogrammed or if sideways action will linger, pointing to September’s dip against a 70% rally over the past 90 days. The conversation shifts toward NFTs, where events, farming campaigns, and club-style memberships are fueling engagement more than floor prices alone. Community activations add energy with live plays of death.fun, a 1000th-show badge claim, and teases of upcoming token launches, while th...

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122:32

Death.fun Partnership, Hypurr NFTs & Espresso’s...

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2025/09/29

Steve kicks off the week by announcing Coffee with Captain’s new partnership with Death.fun, before diving into the weekend surge around Hypurr NFTs and the Hyperliquid leaderboard reset that hints at a new season and another airdrop. Jill from Espresso joins to explain how her team is building the base layer for rollups to enable secure finality, cross-chain composability, and Ethereum compatibility, with the goal of making integrated L2s feel like one chain. Cap and Steve also discuss OpenS...

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134:38

Aster vs Hyperliquid Momentum + Rekt Drinks Expands...

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2025/09/26

Aster’s marketing push has it surging in mindshare, yet Hyperliquid remains the volume leader, setting up a debate on perception versus performance in the perps market. The hosts revisit Abstract Chain sentiment, noting frustrations with its marketing cadence and community approach, before turning to InfoFi leaderboards and how points farming has evolved into a cultural sport across chains. Conversation touches briefly on Moonbirds’ leaderboard rollout and token speculation tied to Singapore,...

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81:11

Luca Netz Faces Abstract Chain Doubts + How RAID...

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2025/09/25

Steve holds down the show solo, opening with red markets and mixed NFT sentiment before digging into heated discourse around Luca Netz and Abstract. He praises Luca’s track record with Pudgy Penguins but questions the timing of unverified Warner Brothers rumors. Steve critiques Abstract’s ineffective marketing and questions whether the project can hold attention outside its core community. The conversation expands into lessons from Blur’s token incentives and skepticism over inflated Korea Bl...

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124:45

Beezie Partners with OpenSea + Aster Perps Volume Surge

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2025/09/24

Beezie’s new partnership with OpenSea brings claw machine pulls into the marketplace’s rewards program with voucher NFTs redeemable for Pokémon slabs, Labubus, sealed grails, and more. The conversation also highlights Rekt Drinks as a scrappy onchain growth story and Aster’s surge in perpetual trading volume as attention shifts toward its DeFi ecosystem. Additional discussion touches on Moonbirds at Korea Blockchain Week, Hyperliquid’s momentum as a top perps exchange, and how Abstract’s unce...

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