Web3 With MCG: Recent Episodes
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Welcome to Web3 with MCG, a podcast for women looking to dip their toe into the new wild world of the internet. If you think you’re late to the Web3 party, think again. Learn alongside host Michelle Cordeiro Grant as she explores the next generation of the internet and all the opportunities it offers for women. Michelle, a serial entrepreneur, angel investor, and Web 3 enthusiast, talks with women in Web3 about all things blockchain, NFTs, crypto finance, the Metaverse and beyond. Web3 with MCG breaks down this new wild world by covering the essentials, making it all approachable, and creating a space for listeners to get involved.
Learning about Web3 can be a tricky thing. Finding reliable sources isn’t always the easiest task, and it’s made even harder in an industry where information is constantly changing and evolving.
Today, we’re sitting down with Jackie Courtney, an entrepreneur, investor, and Web3 & NFT enthusiast. Jackie got her start founding Nearly Newlywed, a company focused on wedding resale, and is now the founder of Qualia, a “Web3 LVMH” for leaders and builders to incubate and invest in the next generation of art, fashion, and design brands.
Listen in to episode six of Web3 with MCG. Jackie talks about the acquisition of her company, Nearly Newlywed, how she got into the Web3 space, and her advice to people who are getting ready to start their own brand.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
About Jackie’s first company and how she got started (00:49)
Jackie’s definition of Web3 (04:34)
About Jackie’s new venture, Qualia (06:35)
Jackie’s 10 second breakdown of blockchain (11:02)
Advice from Jackie on Web3 resources (17:42)
Connect with Jennifer:
The Justice Dept.
Let’s Connect:
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This week, we’ve got a snackable in the holiday spirit about gratefulness. It’s a little Thanksgiving ditty about Web3 and why we should be thankful for this new era of the internet.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Michelle’s gratitude moments toward Web3 (02:29)
The Web3 community is welcoming and open minded (02:58)
Web3 can bring new friendships and incredible opportunities (03:33)
Let’s Connect:
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One of the most intimidating things about Web3 is the sometimes-murky legal side of things. There are a fair amount of scams out there and it can feel pretty overwhelming, but luckily there are people who have it all figured out—and you’ll meet one of them today.
We’re sitting down with Jennifer Justice, an entertainment and live experience executive known for her expertise in building artists’ careers and business portfolios by marrying art with commerce. Jennifer helped build entertainment company Roc Nation and is founder and CEO of The Justice Dept, a female focused advisory, consulting, and law firm advocating for female founders, talent, executives, and brands.
Listen in to episode five of Web3 with MCG. Jennifer tells Michelle about what it was like representing a then-unknown Jay-Z fresh out of law school, breaks down what a PFP is, and explains the legal side of Web3 and NFTs.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
How Jennifer got into entertainment law (01:01)
What made Jennifer curious about Web3 (07:02)
Jennifer’s vision for the future of Web3 and the entertainment industry (15:05)
What goes into governing royalties using the blockchain (17:34)
The impact Web3 might have on the next generation (21:15)
Connect with Jennifer:
The Justice Dept.
Let’s Connect:
Website
Madi Lieber is once again joining Michelle, this time for a Q&A on some of our most pressing questions about cryptocurrency.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
The definition of Bitcoin in its most basic form (01:53)
Some of the risks currently associated with crypto investment (03:32)
You can look at crypto like you would any other form of portfolio diversification (07:59)
Let’s Connect:
Website
By now we know that there are huge things going on in the Web3 space—yet there are still so many people who don’t know very much about crypto, the metaverse, or NFTs… and even less who really understand how it all works. Today, we’re chatting with Web3 pundit Madi Lieber. Madi has a background in big tech—including time at Google and Facebook—and is Chief Operating Officer of Crypto Chicks, an NFT project representing the bold, trendy women of Web3. Listen in to episode four of Web3 with MCG. Madi and Michelle talk about her time in the trenches of big tech, the power of quitting your job, and where the opportunities lie for brands in Web3. In this episode, you’ll learn:
Madi’s background and what brought her to the Web3 world (00:37)
How Madi decided it was time to leave Meta for Web3 (03:21)
The huge gender disparity Madi saw while attending Web3 conferences (06:38)
Madi’s advice on how to dip your toe into Web3: It starts with Twitter (18:42)
Connections in Web3 can come from the most unexpected places (23:51)
Connect with Madi:
Crypto Chicks
Let’s Connect:
Website
Let’s face it: blockchain can be one of the most complex parts of Web3 to fully understand. Today, Michelle is breaking it down—and using some of her fashion industry background to clarify it in a totally manageable way.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
The blockchain is a lot like links on a necklace (00:43)
The “official” definition: a decentralized distributed public digital ledger (01:35)
Blockchain’s main purpose at this time (02:08)
Let’s Connect:
Website
While there’s an incredible amount of information out there on Web3, not very much of it is digestible information. For those of us without a background in the subject, it can be hard to learn about without the info going over our heads. But here’s the thing: we have the information, we have the resources, we have the capability, and we have the eyes and ears to be invited… We just need to learn to come together, learn together, and inspire one another.
Today, you’ll hear a live panel with Michelle, Kat Garcia, and Marielle Schurig. Kat is the CEO and co-founder of Cheres, a finance company that is simplifying and reimagining investments and Marielle is a partner at Lindbrook Capital, an employee-owned, SEC-registered investment advisor.
Listen to episode three of Web3 with MCG. Michelle, Kat, and Marielle are talking about finding financial freedom, why there’s no longer a divide between women and the “boys’ club,” and why we should be creating a greater transparency around our finances.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Crypto currency and Web3 are a new mechanism beyond the stock market for women to grow their wealth (07:20)
Women have only been allowed financial freedom since the early 1970s—and how that’s still affecting us now (09:44)
A breakdown from Kat on crypto, Web3, and NFTs (13:17)
This is our chance to get in on Web3 so we can reap the benefits once it starts coasting (16:31)
When you’re dealing with a bear market, you have to remember that the market is still very resilient (19:50)
If you keep all of your money in cash, you’re actually losing money (23:25)
Connect with Kat: LinkedIn
Connect with Marielle: LinkedIn
Let’s Connect:
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Web3 doesn’t have to be scary—but sometimes it still is! Today, Michelle shares a personal story about a major Web3 snafu. She gives a quick walkthrough on the NFT purchasing process and gives some do’s and major don’ts of the space.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Michelle’s real life Web3 horror tale (01:17)
A major red flag she encountered during the process (01:44)
Always turn off your direct messages! (02:44)
Let’s Connect:
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One of the most exciting things about the Web3 revolution? The incredible amount of possibilities it holds for us as women. There’s so much value and opportunity out there in the new wild world of the internet, and it’s on us to seize it. Today, we’re sitting down with Lisa Mayer, founder and CEO of Boss Beauties. Boss Beauties is a global empowerment brand and NFT Collection that aims to remind women and girls of their power and to never stop dreaming big. Listen to episode two of Web3 with MCG. You’ll hear Michelle and Lisa talk about the work it takes to launch a business, what exactly an NFT is, and give a full breakdown of what it takes to make blockchain work. In this episode, you’ll learn:
What got Lisa started in the world of NFTs (00:55)
The story of Boss Beauties’ launch (04:15)
Lisa’s breakdown of Web3 (08:36)
The real-world value of owning a digital asset (11:29)
Why it helps to think of the value of NFTs like we do shares (20:06)
Lisa’s prediction for the future of NFTs (26:24)
Lisa’s advice on keeping your digital assets secure (28:52)
Connect with Lisa:
Boss Beauties on IG
BossBeauties.com
Let’s Connect:
Website
On today’s minisode, Michelle Cordeiro Grant breaks down the quick and dirty on Web3. You’ll learn how we went from using the internet to read, write, and connect to this new generation where we can use it to transact.
If you’re curious about crypto, blockchain, and NFTs but you still have a giant question mark above your head—this one’s for you!
In this episode, you’ll learn:
A quick history on Web1 (00:55)
A little about Web2 (01:31)
My definition of Web3 (02:26)
Web3 puts the onus and the opportunity back in the hands of creators (03:57)
Some examples of Web3 at work (04:17)
Let’s Connect:
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Welcome to episode one of Web3 with MCG, a podcast dedicated to breaking down the new wild world of the internet. Join host Michelle Cordeiro Grant, a serial entrepreneur, angel investor, and Web3 enthusiast, as she talks with women in Web3 about all things cryptocurrency, including blockchain technology, NFTs, DeFi, and the Metaverse. It’s our goal to explore the next generation of the internet and the wave of innovation and opportunities it offers for women. Today, we’re sitting down with Laurie Segall, a journalist and former senior technology correspondent and an editor-at-large at CNN. Laurie has interviewed tech titans like Mark Zuckerburg and Tim Cook, and is also the co-founder and executive producer of Dot Dot Dot Media, a news and entertainment company devoted to tech and humanity. Listen in to season one, episode one of Web3 with MCG and hear Michelle and Laurie’s deep dive on Web3. They discuss how there’s still time to get in on the ground floor of the web3 revolution, why there’s hope for a more democratic internet experience, and the importance of rallying women to lead the charge of the internet’s next generation. In this episode, you’ll learn:
The story of how Laurie got started in the Web3 space (03:59)
Where Laurie sees Web3 going and what that future means for us as human beings (11:56)
A little bit about Laurie’s book, Special Characters: My Adventures with Tech’s Titans and Misfits (26:18)
How we can get women to be involved in the Web3 revolution (31:14)
Connect with Laurie:
D3 Network
Dot Dot Dot Media
Special Characters by Laurie Segall
Let’s Connect:
Website
If you think you’re late to the Web3 party, think again. Join host Michelle Cordeiro Grant, serial entrepreneur, angel investor, and Web3 enthusiast, as she explores the next generation of the internet and the new wave of innovation and opportunities it offers for women to dip their toe into the new wild world of the internet.