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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In this episode of the ATX DAO Podcast, Luke, Ash, and Tom take a culture-first approach to the creator economy, starting with a nostalgic dive into Power Rangers, Sailor Moon, Care Bears, and Voltron. What begins as a playful conversation about childhood media quickly becomes a lens for understanding fandom, incentives, and why people engage with content in the first place, drawing clear parallels to today’s Web3 and social platfo...
In this episode of the ATX DAO Podcast, we sit down with Josh, founder of Projective, to explore why power bills are rising across the U.S. and why the real challenge isn’t technology, but outdated infrastructure financing. Josh shares how a spike in his own New York City power bill led him to uncover deeper issues around grid capacity, energy demand, and the difficulty developers face when trying to bring new solar projects online...
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NightMKT brings a new twist to on-chain trading with a fast-paced, gamified experience built on Binance. Patrick and Mac join the show to break down how NightMKT turns trading into a competitive arena with seasonal formats, power-ups, steal mechanics, and retro-inspired visuals.
They walk through the project’s origins, the inspiration behind its chaotic trading dynamics, and what makes the platform unique for both everyday tr...
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In this episode, Luke, Ash, and Tom unpack the turbulence sweeping through the crypto markets. From major liquidations to shifting macro forces like government shutdown fears, interest rates, and the rise of institutional actors. The group questions whether the classic narratives that shaped earlier cycles, including the four-year halving pattern, still hold up in a world dominated by ETFs, professional market makers, and gl...
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Brandon 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 ...
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In 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....
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Alex 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 usi...
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In 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 w...
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When 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 abo...
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On 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 start...
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Crypto 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 stak...
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In 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 s...
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Step 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, o...
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In 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 simplify...
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In 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 everythin...
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On 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 ...
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Web3 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 t...
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In 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...
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Startup 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, t...
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In 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 a...
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