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Crypto Wendy O is the founder of The O Show, the largest female-run crypto YouTube channel in the world. She started her YouTube channel to livestream her free crypto networking meetup events, which she began organizing after noticing the high cost of attending similar events. The O Show covers various topics in the crypto space, including news, trading, interviews, and reviews. Crypto Wendy O uses her platform to be a voice for the underdogs, valuing the importance of using it for good. She has grown her influence by networking, attending conferences, and sharing her opinions on crypto Twitter.

Originally aired on Jan 25, 2023

Jesse and Priscilla talk with Dr. Spiros Michalakis, CalTech quantum physicist and consultant for Hollywood blockbusters Ant-Man, Captain Marvel, and Bill & Ted 3. What would happen if scientists were considered as important to sci-fi filmmaking as the director, the writer, and the actors?

How Hollywood movies can promote scientific literacy and the importance of slowing down to have conversations and ask questions in understanding complex scientific concepts.

• Hollywood movies can be a valuable tool for promoting scientific literacy.
• Slowing down to have conversations and ask questions is important in understanding complex scientific concepts.
• Euphoria comes from learning and providing challenges that refine ideas and conversations.
• There is much hidden in the universe, which can be explored through scientific inquiry.
• The complexity of the universe can be found in an infinitesimally small point.
• Being the dumbest person in the room can be exciting when striving to learn and understand.
• The full structure and complexity of the universe can be found in even the smallest things, such as a grain of sand.

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Host Patrick Tsang interviews entrepreneurs who share their personal success stories and the processes they employ for innovation and leadership whilst maintaining ethical standards. In this episode, is an interview with Melissa Rivers

Originally aired on January 24, 2023

National Lampoon, known for its iconic films and magazines, has launched an NFT project that will tap into the web 3.0 community. The project aims to build a comedy community where new creators can deliver fresh content to new fans. With NFT holders, the company hopes to carve out a new path for comedy and media born out of web 3.

National Lampoon Launches NFT Project for Comedy in Web 3.0

• National Lampoon aims to build a comedy community in web 3.0 by tapping into new creators and fans.
• The project will leverage NFT holders to create fresh content and carve out a new path for comedy and media.
• The company hopes to cut out middlemen such as distributors like Netflix and Amazon to drive the growth of comedy in web 3.0.
• National Lampoon’s NFT project will produce new animation, stand-up comedy, and other comedy-related shows.
• The project plans to launch a show called “Touching Grass”, which is set up similar to “Interview with the Hot Wings” and will be interactive for NFT holders to decide the next guests.
• The NFT project aims to carve out a niche for National Lampoon in web 3.0 with fresh content and engagement with NFT holders.

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Originally aired on Jan 25, 2023

Jesse and Priscilla discuss using machine learning to forecast conflict and social uprisings with Philip Schrodt, mathematician and senior research political scientist of the statistical consulting firm Parus Analytical Systems.  Philip explains the inherent complexity of political systems and the challenges of predicting significant events.

Can using machine learning help to predict political unrest and revolution?

• Philip Schrodt became interested in predicting significant events during his joint degree in mathematics and political science.
• The study of political systems is complex and requires input from various fields.
• Machine learning can help identify patterns and possible triggers for political unrest.
• Predicting significant events is challenging due to the dynamic nature of politics and the emergence of unexpected factors.
• The application of machine learning to predicting significant events is still in the early stages and requires further development.
• Policymakers can use machine learning techniques to better anticipate and prepare for potential crises.
• Machine learning can help inform decision-making and guide resource allocation to areas most at risk of political unrest.

Matt Cross is a member of the Blockchain Founders Fund, an early-stage venture fund that focuses on pre-seed to seed investments in blockchain-based startups. He shares his unconventional journey into the world of blockchain, starting as an enthusiast in 2017 and eventually pivoting into venture capital. Matt believes that blockchain technology has the potential to create better, more ethical institutions centered around community and modular growth, offering a solution to the problems faced by many traditional institutions.

Mico is the host of The MicoBits Show, a series of private blockchain conversations between insiders that are made public to help people easily access and understand the secretive knowledge of the blockchain industry. The show started during the COVID pandemic when in-person conferences disappeared. Mico aimed to recreate the conversational energy of those events by hosting them online, attracting an audience that appreciates gaining access to these insider conversations.

Mark Jeffrey is the General Partner of The Boolean Fund, a crypto web3 investor that focuses on early-stage projects with sub-10 million market caps. The fund invests in projects with explosive growth potential, including older coins or companies that may have been previously neglected but still have the potential for a resurgence. Mark compares these opportunities to the “John Travolta” of companies, as they may have the necessary components for a successful comeback.

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Originally aired on January 21, 2023

Omar Siddiqui, CEO of Joy Ride Games, talks about the importance of bringing web 3 gaming to mobile devices and his approach to onboarding users to play blockchain-powered mobile games. Joy Ride Games has developed casual gaming experiences like Solitaire Blitz and Tennis Champs, which have had over six million players engaging with on-chain activity. The company’s approach is to focus on building scalable, approachable games that allow users to play first and discover crypto features later, rather than overwhelming them with barriers at first glance.

Mobile Gaming is Crucial for Onboarding Users

• Joy Ride Games is a cutting-edge web 3 gaming studio that is integrating unique NFTs into the mobile gaming experience.
• Mobile gaming is the mainstream means by which people engage with entertainment experiences.
• Creating casual and easy-to-play games, such as Solitaire Blitz and Tennis Champs, is key in terms of onboarding users who are not necessarily interested in blockchain and crypto.
• Joy Ride Games’ scalable and approachable games expose users to blockchain features as a function of the overall game experience.
• Users can earn tokens by competing in tournaments, and the tokens can be used for game upgrades and rewards.
• Joy Ride Games will continue to expand its ecosystem of skill-based games and introduce more NFTs.

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Originally aired on January 19, 2023

Raymond Baker, the author of “Invisible Trillions,” claims that capitalism has been corrupted by those who seek to benefit themselves at the expense of society. This crony capitalism poses a direct threat to real democracy, and Baker offers insights into the flaws of today’s financial systems and possible solutions. Klaus Schwab also makes an appearance, discussing eating crickets and the latest fashion trends.

Is Capitalism Threatening Democracy?

• Capitalism has been corrupted by corporations and banks who operate outside the control of democracy and regulation.
• Corporations use financial secrecy to move money across borders, beyond the capacity of local officials to detect.
• Banks are willing to accept dirty money because they like the money that flows into their economy to balance trade and fiscal deficits.
• The world has become reliant on the financial secrecy system to function, and this poses a threat to democracy.

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Originally aired on January 14, 2023

Adrian Creon, CEO of Spielworks, discusses the Wombat.app, a comprehensive wallet designed to bring gamers into the world of Web3. With over 3.2 million users, the app allows users to play traditional and Web3 games, adding NFTs and crypto components to the games. By adding this layer of NFTs and crypto, Adrian was able to bring traditional Web2 gamers into the crypto space and introduce them to the world of NFTs and Web3.

Onboarding Traditional Gamers into Web3 with Wombat.app

• Wombat.app is a comprehensive wallet designed to onboard traditional gamers into Web3 gaming.
• With over 3.2 million users, the app adds a layer of NFTs and crypto components to traditional and Web3 games.
• By bringing traditional gamers into the crypto space, Adrian and his team have been able to expose them to the world of NFTs and Web3 through gameplay.
• The app allows users to play traditional and Web3 games, earning tokens that can be redeemed for NFTs and crypto.
• The step-by-step approach to introducing NFTs and crypto through gameplay allows traditional gamers to ease into the world of Web3 without feeling overwhelmed.
• The app currently supports multiple blockchains, including EOS, Polygon, and BNB.

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Olga Litvinenko, President of USA for Ukraine and Marketing General at the Casper Association, shares her experience in providing humanitarian aid to those affected by the Ukrainian war crisis through her non-profit, USA for Ukraine. The organization focuses on helping refugees, distributing aid, and rebuilding projects. Fandango also discusses her role at the Casper Association, a decentralized layer-one blockchain, and the potential of blockchain technology in promoting Web3 and supporting humanitarian efforts such as those in Ukraine.

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Maja Vujinovic is the CEO of OGroup, a company with over ten years of experience investing in the crypto space. OGroup also offers a growth and scale platform to help startups in the industry scale their platforms or exit through M&A advisory. Innovent entered the crypto space while working in payments in Africa and Latin America, with a focus on helping the unbanked. OGroup currently has 55 portfolio companies and has facilitated several successful exits through M&A advisory.

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In this episode of the Los Angeles Blockchain Summit, we meet Kyle Kempe, the Chief Solutions Officer at Raze and a prominent figure in the blockchain industry. Kyle discusses his role at Raze, a SaaS solution that aims to transform the way businesses and investors approach fundraising. As a Bitcoin class of 2013 member and a decentralist, Kyle is passionate about creating a fair and just financial system that benefits everyone. He delves into the basics of blockchain technology, the differences between stocks and crypto, and how he got his start in the industry. He also talks about the importance of mass adoption and how Raze is playing a crucial role in building the world’s best fundraising platform. Overall, this episode offers a fascinating insight into the future of finance and the role that blockchain technology is set to play in transforming the creative economy.

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Host Patrick Tsang interviews entrepreneurs who share their personal success stories and the processes they employ for innovation and leadership whilst maintaining ethical standards. In this episode, is an interview with Arthur J Williams Jr.

From top thought leaders to innovative celebrities defining today’s DeFi culture, we’ve got you covered. This series showcases exclusive interviews, introduces the hottest tech companies, and informs you on the most prominent conferences and events all around the globe! LA Blockchain Summit 2022: Good Actors vs. Bad Actors

From top thought leaders to innovative celebrities defining today’s DeFi culture, we’ve got you covered. This series showcases exclusive interviews, introduces the hottest tech companies, and informs you on the most prominent conferences and events all around the globe! This week’s episode is from the LA Blockchain Summit 2022: Mass Adoption and the Bear Market featuring guests: Baron Davis,Founder More Than Us, Alon Goren, Founder of Draper Goren Holm, Amyli McDaniel, CEO MINTangible, Adi Sideman, CEO of RevelXYZ, Kyle Kemper, CSO of RAZE, Manuela Seve, CEO of Alphaa.io, Jon Farjo, Co-founder of LunarCrush

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