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ATX DAO Podcast: Crypto • Tech • DeGen • Culture

The ATX DAO Podcast brings you the wild, fun, and insightful side of blockchain, crypto, DeGen vibes and Web3 culture. From DAOs and on-chain innovation to blockchain gaming and memecoins, every episode mixes deep dives and candid conversations with a laid-back Austin vibe. Perfect for crypto veterans, Web3 builders, and curious newcomers, this is where big ideas meet good laughs, bold takes, and the occasional beer-fueled chat.

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E78: From Degen to Advocate -Shaping the Future of...

ATX DAO Podcast: Crypto • Tech • DeGen • Culture ·

2025/11/13

SummaryBrandon Ferdig, president of the Minnesota Blockchain Initiative, joins the ATX DAO Podcast to talk about how Minnesota’s crypto scene is evolving from speculation to substance. In this episode, we explore what it looks like when grassroots builders, legal professionals, and public sector leaders come together to shape the future of blockchain in a state not typically known for Web3. Brandon shares how his organization acts as a hub for crypto-curious individuals and institutions, connecting

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00:47:05

E77: Inside the Energy-Backed Economy with Quai Network

ATX DAO Podcast: Crypto • Tech • DeGen • Culture ·

2025/11/06

SummaryIn this episode of the ATX DAO Podcast, Tom and Ash sit down with Matt and Christopher from Quai Network to unpack how Quai is redefining scalability and sustainability in blockchain. The conversation explores Quai’s dual-token model, its flat-coin concept as an energy-backed alternative to stablecoins, and the network’s proof-of-entropy minima consensus, which enables global scalability without sacrificing decentralization. Together, they dive into how energy inputs, mining incentives, and

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00:35:24

E76: From Memecoin to Ecosystem - How DogeOS Is...

ATX DAO Podcast: Crypto • Tech • DeGen • Culture ·

2025/10/30

SummaryAlex Hoffman, Head of Ecosystem at DogeOS, joins the ATX DAO Podcast to share how the team is transforming Dogecoin from a memecoin into a real platform for Web3 applications. By adding EVM compatibility to Dogecoin, DogeOS is making space for smart contracts, DeFi, gaming, and more, all while staying rooted in the lighthearted culture that defines the Doge community.Alex highlights key projects like USDoge, a stablecoin using dynamic risk modeling and tokenized private credit, a novel

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00:56:15

E75: How Taceo Makes Privacy Actually Work On-Chain

ATX DAO Podcast: Crypto • Tech • DeGen • Culture ·

2025/10/23

SummaryIn this episode of the ATX DAO Podcast, we sit down with Lukas Helminger and Lukas Götz from Taceo to explore how they are building a new foundation for privacy in Web3. Taceo is developing infrastructure for verifiable encrypted compute by combining zero-knowledge proofs with multi-party computation. The team introduces coSNARKs, their collaborative proof system, and explains how it can enable secure, private transactions without sacrificing transparency. From stablecoin payments to

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00:52:58

E74: Gamers Don’t Check Charts - Solana’s Play for...

ATX DAO Podcast: Crypto • Tech • DeGen • Culture ·

2025/10/16

SummaryWhen Jorge Jimenez, Marketing Lead for Solana Gaming, joins the ATX DAO Podcast, things get real about what actually makes Web3 games worth playing. From his start on Wall Street to leading Solana’s gaming strategy, Jorge breaks down how the next wave of blockchain gaming is about fun first, tokens second. He shares the story of how Solana’s Season Pass attracted over 48,000 players in days, proving that real gamers care about experiences — not price charts.Ash and Tom explore why Solana’s

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00:40:45

E73: Building Cascade - Avalanche’s New Onboarding Hub

ATX DAO Podcast: Crypto • Tech • DeGen • Culture ·

2025/10/09

SummaryOn this episode of the ATX DAO Podcast, Ash and Tom welcome guests Armin, Sangeeth, and Luke from Avalanche Team1 to talk about the creation of Avalanche Cascade, a powerful new platform for onboarding users into the Avalanche ecosystem.In a fun twist, Luke steps out of his usual host role to share what he’s been building with the Team1 crew. The group dives into how Avalanche Cascade helps different types of users get started, including crypto newcomers, Web3 natives, developers, and

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00:26:08

E72: Meme ETFs, Base Token Rumors and Juicy Yields

ATX DAO Podcast: Crypto • Tech • DeGen • Culture ·

2025/10/02

SummaryCrypto is moving fast, from meme coins to serious institutional plays. In this episode of the ATX DAO Podcast, Luke, Ash, and Tom break down the latest on ETFs hitting the market, including Dogecoin’s surprising debut with $6M in volume before lunch. They explore how new SEC guidance could open the floodgates for a wider range of crypto assets, while billions flow into Solana DATs from top funds. The hosts also dig into staking yields that leave banks in the dust, like Coinbase offering 10%

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00:36:19

E71: PumpFun, DAT Summer, and the Shifting Crypto...

ATX DAO Podcast: Crypto • Tech • DeGen • Culture ·

2025/09/25

SummaryIn this episode of the ATX DAO Podcast, Luke is joined by Tom, a new DAO member, to dig into the fast-changing world of crypto communities, NFTs, and digital asset treasuries. Tom shares his path into Web3, lessons learned from the highs and lows of the NFT market, and what it means to find real value in community-driven projects. The discussion highlights how ATX DAO and similar groups help members connect and grow in the space.The conversation also explores 2024’s biggest crypto trends,

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00:45:20

E70: Boxing Meets Austin Tech at White Collar Fight...

ATX DAO Podcast: Crypto • Tech • DeGen • Culture ·

2025/09/18

SummaryStep into the world of White Collar Fight Night with the Texas Fight Collective, where Austin’s professionals trade laptops for gloves and enter the boxing ring. In this episode of the ATX DAO Podcast, Seth and Ben share how they are building a one-of-a-kind event that blends the glitz of professional boxing with the energy of Austin’s tech and startup scene. Alongside them, Jesse, both a DAO member and first-time fighter, opens up about the training journey, the discipline of cardio, and

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E69: Scaling, Interop, and the Long Game for Polkadot

ATX DAO Podcast: Crypto • Tech • DeGen • Culture ·

2025/09/11

SummaryIn this episode of the ATX DAO Podcast, we sit down with John Goldschmidt, Head of Business Development at Magenta Labs, to explore the past, present, and future of Polkadot. John walks us through Polkadot’s origins with Ethereum co-founder Gavin Wood, its unique layer-zero design, and innovations like agile core time and cross-consensus messaging that enable true interoperability and scalability across chains. From simplifying gas payments to solving real-world pain points in crypto

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00:37:19

E68: Making History Immutable with Bitcoin

ATX DAO Podcast: Crypto • Tech • DeGen • Culture ·

2025/09/04

SummaryIn this episode of the ATX DAO Podcast, Luke and Ash welcome Michael J. Kelly, better known as The Bitstorian. A professor of religious studies and founder of the first Bitcoin research lab on a U.S. campus, Michael bridges theology, history, and technology in surprising ways. From “render unto Caesar” as a prophecy for sound money to building miners that double as heated toilet seats, he shows how Bitcoin reshapes everything from faith to engineering.The conversation dives into

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00:46:07

E67: From Idea to dApp - Building with ICP

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2025/08/28

SummaryOn this episode of the ATX DAO Podcast, we chat with Kyle Langham of DFINITY about the Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) and its mission to become a decentralized “world computer.” Kyle explains how ICP lets developers host entire applications fully on chain including front end, back end, and data while integrating directly with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana. We cover the role of canisters, subnets for scaling, and how ICP’s threshold signature technology brings smart contract functionality to

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00:25:29

E66: What will it take to get Web3 Adoption?

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2025/08/21

SummaryWeb3 adoption is one of the most talked-about challenges in blockchain, but what does it really mean? In this episode of the ATX DAO Podcast, we dig into what drives real user adoption beyond hype and token incentives. From sticky product design and gaming loops to wallet abstraction, UI/UX friction, and multi-chain interoperability, the conversation explores how projects can move past “play-to-earn” and “social-fi” models toward genuine, mainstream usage. We also break down why abstraction

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00:56:28

E65: Startup Funding 101 for Crypto Builders

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2025/08/14

SummaryIn this episode of the ATX DAO Podcast, we explore the funding landscape for crypto startups. From deciding whether to bootstrap to securing grants, angel investors, venture capital, incubators, and accelerators, the conversation covers the main funding paths available in Web3. The hosts share stories from their own experience, including insights from hackathons and strategies for finding investors who align with your vision. This episode is designed for anyone building in crypto who wants

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00:33:12

E64: Eat Glass, Ship Fast - Lessons Learned in...

ATX DAO Podcast: Crypto • Tech • DeGen • Culture ·

2025/08/07

SummaryStartup life isn’t glamorous. It’s chaotic, messy, and often feels like eating glass. In this episode, Luke and Ash dive into what it really takes to start a company in crypto. From 5:00 AM routines and constant context switching to building strong teams and failing forward, they break down the highs, lows, and lessons of Web3 entrepreneurship. Whether you’re thinking about leaving a cushy job or already deep in the grind, this is a clear-eyed look at what startup life actually looks

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00:36:30

E63: Beyond TVL - Driving Real Growth in DeFi Ecosystems

ATX DAO Podcast: Crypto • Tech • DeGen • Culture ·

2025/07/24

SummaryIn this episode of the ATX DAO Podcast, we sit down with Austin Lee of Alpha Growth to explore what it really takes to drive sustainable growth in DeFi ecosystems beyond just chasing Total Value Locked (TVL). Austin shares his experience working with major protocols like Uniswap, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how Alpha Growth supports new chain launches, ecosystem development, and liquidity incentive strategies that actually work.We dive into the evolving DeFi growth stack, from the

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00:47:40

E62: Manifold Labs, Bittensor, and the New...

ATX DAO Podcast: Crypto • Tech • DeGen • Culture ·

2025/07/17

SummaryAI tools are everywhere, but who controls the power behind them? In this episode, Manifold Labs co-founder James Woodman explains how they’re building a decentralized marketplace for compute using Bittensor. We talk about why AI is so expensive, how your personal data is being handled today, and what it would take to flip the script on big tech. If you’ve ever wondered what’s really powering ChatGPT and whether there’s a better way, this one’s for you.Chapters00:00 Intro06:39 The Future of

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E61: How to Tell If a Crypto VC Will Actually Help...

ATX DAO Podcast: Crypto • Tech • DeGen • Culture ·

2025/07/10

SummaryMike Chan from Deep Ventures joins the ATX DAO Podcast to talk about what makes a crypto VC actually useful to founders, especially in a post-bull market. Drawing from his own path as a Web2 founder and early Web3 operator, Mike shares why empathy, context, and hard-won experience matter more than ever in venture. He explains how Deep Ventures evolved from a syndicate to a fund, what changes in a bear market, and how founders can spot the difference between strategic capital and dead weight

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00:54:50

E60: DAO Roundtable - Has Crypto Lost Its Soul? And...

ATX DAO Podcast: Crypto • Tech • DeGen • Culture ·

2025/07/03

SummaryIn this ATX DAO Podcast roundtable edition, Christopher and Angle join to unpack one of crypto’s toughest questions: Has the industry lost its soul, and can it get it back? From Bitcoin’s origin story to meme coin mania and the rise of institutional players, the conversation pulls no punches. The crew explores how blockchain has strayed from its ideals, whether Web3 gaming is more than a gimmick, and what it will take to build systems that serve people instead of just pumping bags.The episode

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00:37:41

E59: The Rise of Creative Founders in the Age of AI

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2025/06/26

SummaryATX DAO OG and founding podcast host Nick Casares returns for a wide-ranging conversation about how generative AI is reshaping creativity, startups, and the future of work. Drawing from his experience in early-stage investing and product development, Nick breaks down how new tools are enabling solo founders and small teams to move faster than ever. The crew debates whether AI tools make us lazy or unlock new layers of human potential, and where the next billion-dollar ideas are likely to

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