The ArCast: Recent Episodes
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Welcome to the ArCast, ArDrive's biweekly podcast that features interviews and discussions about blockchain, NFTs, Web 3.0, and permanent storage.
Join Andrew and Devon James, co-founder of the Web3 Working Group, on this week's ArCast as they explore the captivating world of web3 and its impact on decentralized applications and financial systems. Learn about the challenges in crypto adoption and the need for user-friendly solutions. Discover how web3's permanent storage solutions, like ArDrive, empower individuals and contribute to a transparent and decentralized future. Stay informed about the latest advancements in the web3 ecosystem and be a part of the groundbreaking movement towards a promising future with ArDrive's mission to revolutionize information storage.
This week, Andrew talks to Hannah, Head of Global Growth at Mask. They delve into Mask's vision of connecting Web 2.0 and web 3.0, discussing the role of the company's unique universal identity graph, NextID, which empowers social interaction across chains and platforms. Tune in to learn more about Mask and NextID and Hannah's inspirational journey in the realm of web3!
Join us as we dive deep into a thought-provoking conversation with David Phelps of Jokerace as we discuss the attention economy, antifragility, and the role of archiving in the digital age. We explore how the decentralized nature of blockchain technology, specifically Arweave, can provide a powerful platform for content storage and curation. Drawing inspiration from the movie "Who Framed Roger Rabbit," David delves into the idea of context disruption, subcultures, and the dynamics of being loved by some and hated by others in the online world. He also shares insights into his project, Jokerace, a decision-making platform based on contests that foster community engagement and decentralized governance. Thanks David!
It's not uncommon for NFT collections to disappeare if the assets are not stored using a permanent storage solution like Arweave. On this week's episode of the ArCast, Felwintrr explains how Fortify is helping NFT collectors safeguard their collections by using tools like the ArDrive CLI. More info: https://www.fortify.cc
This week on the ArCast, Andrew catches up with Carleton Chang to talk about the Many Network, an online learning platform for connecting teachers with students. They talk about the role of decentralization in education and how Arweave and ArDrive might help tutors preserve an accurate record of their resume history to help aid their students. Thanks Carleton!
A conversation about how Meson Network is leading the way in decentralizing bandwidth, featuring Sherlock Shi, co-founder and CEO. We talk about his education background, and hypothesize on what the internet will look like when we inhabit other planets. An interestin converation with a great guy, thank you Sherlock!
This week on the ArCast, we talk to Cowboy Coder about the new ArDrive mobile app, his philosophies on web3, and how blockchain and music theory have a lot in common. We also talk about some of Cowboy Coder's upcoming projects and how Arweave fills in a need in the crypto space. Thanks Cowboy Coder!
Joe David talks about how he got his start as an accountant and the British adoption of cryptocurrency. We also talk about the ways people can safely keep track of their financiak records, and why a decentralized platform offers the best solution for storing sensitive data. We talk about family life, travel, and the future of cryptocurrency accounting. Thank you Joe!
This week on the ArCast, we talk to Melody Taira about her work with Meteorite Labs and how we connected at NFT.NYC. We discuss the continued global adoption of Arweave as well as some of the differences between Chinese and Japanese approaches to web3. Thanks Melody!
This week on the ArCast, Andrew talks to Xavi Zedd about his illustration influences, manifests, the early years of Disney animation, and how ArDrive has helped codify some of the strongest DIY NFT communities in web3. We also talk about the ways he balances his commitments with his digital art career, and the exciting new projects he's working on. Thanks Xavi!
While studying business at University of Texas at El Paso, Gabe Frank never could have predicted the unique roll his life took. As part of a multi-generational family in the pawnbroking business, Gabe realized he could use his blockchain and business skills to extraploate upon a legacy created by his grandfather. We talk about the time a patron pawned a glas eye, what you do when someone brings a lion's head into a pawn shop, and how Arcade.xyz is diversifying from Ethereum to other NFT chains. Thanks Gabe!
In this episode, Ryan SPID3R is a gamified search and discovery network that aims to index user data, by accruing profit sharing ownership and incentivizing users through a decentralized exchange of interests. We also talk about the ways his spirituality has influences his decisions and why he decided to not sign a deal with Meta in the early years of his VR proiject. Thanks Ryan!
Ben Peeri created Memory Gardens as way to memorialize a beloved pet who passed away. These days, the project serves as a way to celebrate weddings, anniversaries, graduations, and bar mitzvahs. On this episode of the ArCast, Andrew and Ben discuss what led Ben to creating this project and how Arweave works to permanently document our most important moments. We also talk about the connections between life and video games, and how this can help ameliorate fears of death. Thanks Ben! Check out Memory Gardens here: https://memorygardens.xyz/
On this week’s episode of the ArCast, Andrew talks to Damondrick about DJ’s work in blockchain education, how he designed the perfect waffle recipe, his years at Stanford producing Grammy-nominated artists K.Flay and Jidenna, and the next steps towards the mass adoption of decentralized, permanent storage. DJ also talks about the time he fell asleep before performing at Carnegie Hall and what it took to make the best waffle in the world. A great converation, thanks DJ!
An interview with Joe Berenbaum, whose new project AFTR.Market provides treasury management and governance on-chain for Arweave assets. We talk about his early years in computing, his discovery of blockchain, and why he likes to build with Arweave. We also talk about parenting advice and what happens when your son becomes a popular crypto developer! A great conversation, thanks Joe!
This week, I talk to Phil Mataras about his love of heavy metal, gaming, and how he got into the blockchain. We also talk about how he balances his family life with his work and his philosophy on scalability. We discuss Arweave, AR.IO, and the exciting possibilities of the gateways. Through metaphors involving music, Star Wars, and different approaches to data privacy, we see a a new side of Phil. A great episode, thank you Phil!
Why do so many new logos look old? What are the stems to mainstream understanding and utilization of the blockchain? How do crypto brands and vaporwave end up looking similar? How is studying Kung Fu like designing a logo for a podcast? On this week's episode of the ArCast, Andrew talks to ArDrive's Director of Design Lucas Porter-Bakker about his unique life and the ways he balances his work with his family responsibilities.
This week on the ArCat, Andrew talks to Archie Crawford about his YouTube channel (Big Arch and Money) and the utility of Arweave and ArDrive. We also talk about his career in cybersecurity and how Arweave can obviate lost data. A great conversation about the utility of blockchain and the future of web3! Thanks Archie!!
This week on the ArCast, we talk to Amy J. Smith about how she got started in photography, her journey into web3, and how she uses Arweave and ArDrive to document social justice movements. We also talk about KRS-One, how we can use blockchain to preserve hip-hop culture, and how to bring more women into the blockchain space. A wonderful interview with an inspiring artist, thank you Amy for being on the ArCast!
David Whittington designed a strategy game and found a social media following, translating into a platform for his Arweave-related YouTube content. This week on the podcast, Andrew and David discuss crypto tech utility, the technical details behind Arweave, and how gateways work. We also talk about blockchain communities in the Midwest and why Madison, Wisconsin might very well be one of America's greatest cities. Thank you David!
David Watson talks about his time attending college at the University of Puget Sound during the heyday of grunge, and what we can learn about the mainsteaming of grunge in relationship to the mass adoption blockchain. We talk about t-shirts as the original "tokens" for going to see a band's early tours, and how this model can translate to NFT-based proof of involvement for events today. Watson talks about his work at Disney and Netflix, the Emmys his teams won, and Arweave's potential to solve a lot of practical problems in the years to come. Thank you David!
This week on the ArCast, Andrew talks to nerdcore pioneer YTCracker about DAOs, YTCracker’s work with deadmau5, and how the Arweave protocol builds on the philosophies of Swiss philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau. Check out this exciting interview with one of the first artists to embrace web3 technology, thank you YTCracker!
This week on the ArCast, Cao Yin talks about the pandemic in China, the Arweave ecosystem projects he's excited about, and how he's empowering artists with the Digital Renaissance Foundation. We also talk about the potential of art to change the world, and how NFTs can help disenfranchised artists find their voices and a make a living. Be sure to check out the Shanghai Gallery on Decentraland!
On today's episode, we sit down with Christian Sumido to talk about his Rawrshak project. We discuss the origin of his company's name, how he has curated a community of gamers and developers, and how he has used ArDrive as a way to permanently store game assets. We also discuss his plans for scalability and speculate on the future of decentralized gaming, and how is working to take power away from the tech giants. Thanks Christian!
This week on the ArCast, we talk to Kevin Primicerio about his Pianity project. We talk about how he learned about Arweave, his journey into the blockchain space, and his goals for the project. We also talk about his dedication to giving musicians the opportunity to earn a living wage through their art and the mechanics of the DAO. A great episode, thank you Kevin!
Before Arweave, our fifth ArCast guest Panayotis Vyronis had the idea to create long-term one-time pay storage with his company LongAccess. On our final episode of the year, he offers some insight on how he started and where the future of permanent storage may lay. We also talk about the Great Recession, Greece, the birth of democracy, and his art projects. A great conversation with an inspiring man!
Our fourth episode of the ArCast features an interview with the the tour de artistic force known as Stellabelle! The crypto OG behind Slothicorn and now CryptoStellas (stored on ArDrive), we talk about her artistic journey and mission to puncture the pomposity of the NFT world.
This week on the ArCast, I talk to ArDrive CTO Ariel Melendez about his time at Princeton, his work in finance and app developments, and how Arweave uses Succinct Random Proofs of Access (SPoRA) to store and retrieve files. We also talk about musical projects, his journey into crypto, and how his perspective has changed as a father. You'll definitely learn something this week, thanks for tuning in, and thanks Ariel for being on the show!
An interview with Sam Williams, co-founder and CEO of Arweave. We talk about Williams's philosophical impetus for the project, its progress, and Williams's goals moving forward. We also talk about ArDrive's role in spreading awareness and how users can best use Arweave to permanently store their data. Thanks Sam!
Welcome to the ArCast! This week, we discuss NFTs with Stanford law professor Mark Lemley. We talk about his gamer fandom, permanent storage, and the legalities of parody art on the blockchain. A great conversation with a true expert on the past and present legalities of digital storytelling and how we share our codified mythology.