Summary
In this laid-back roundtable episode, we crack open a few beers with ATX DAO members Walshy, Bob, Ash, and Luke to talk about what it’s really like to build in Web3—without the chain tribalism. From Avalanche to Dogecoin to Quai to Polygon, the conversation dives into the messy, creative, and often hilarious reality of being a multichain builder. Whether it’s launching a privacy-focused autograph app, navigating app store politics, or figuring out how to explain blockchain to artists, the crew shares what they’ve learned the hard way—and what still keeps them excited about crypto.
Along the way, we cover how ATX DAO has become a soft landing pad for new arrivals in Austin, what it means to create in an open, collaborative community, and why being chain-agnostic is more than just a technical choice—it’s a mindset. This one’s for anyone who’s ever shipped weird code, joined a DAO for the vibes, or just wanted to talk real about the state of Web3.
Chapters
00:00 Guest Introductions
02:56 Personal Journeys into Blockchain and Crypto
06:19 The Role of Community in Crypto
09:09 Challenges and Opportunities for Artists in Crypto
12:23 Teaching Artists about NFTs in the Artists Residency
15:16 Navigating the NFT Landscape
18:05 The Importance of Reputation in the Music Industry
20:58 The Future of Music NFTs
23:00 Kevin Kelley 1000 True Fans
24:12 Privacy and Blockchain Technology
41:03 The Future of NFTs and Gaming
43:50 Personal Journeys into Crypto
48:50 Building in the Crypto Space
56:20 Navigating UX Challenges in Web3
01:03:11 The Role of Stablecoins and Institutional Adoption
01:12:26 Innovations in Stablecoin Alternatives
01:18:29 Community and Collaboration in Crypto
Connect with the team:
- Ash: X - @ashinthewild | DoggyFi - https://doggyfi.xyz/
- Bob: X - @bobwith2bees | Graflr - https://www.graflr.com
- Christopher: X - @ChristopherNFGG | Quai Network - https://qu.ai
- Luke: X - ****@Luke152 | Avalanche Team1 - @AvaxTeam1
Check out our friends at Tequila 512:
- Website: https://www.tequila512.com
- Socials: X (Twitter) | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook
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