🎙️ Guest: Anthony Anzalone (aka Burnt Banksy), Founder of XION
🕒 Duration: ~45 minutes
Episode Overview
In this episode of Token for Your Thoughts, host Lindsey McConaghy sits down with Anthony Anzalone, aka Burnt Banksy, the founder of XION, a blockchain built to make crypto so seamless, it practically disappears.
Anthony takes us on a wild ride from his early days in crypto - mining Ethereum in his NYU dorm, and launching an NFT marketplace - to building XION, a blockchain designed to make crypto frictionless.
If you’re a Web3 founder, builder, or investor, this one’s for you. We dive into the realities of designing crypto infrastructure that feels as effortless as Web2, the unexpected ways blockchain is being used (like getting paid to switch ride-share apps), and what it really takes to bring crypto to the masses.
Where to Listen
🔹 Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/episode/58WAQR5BY51BHVUJIAbfUT?si=0e1df0c69c3c4c8d
🔹 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/sg/podcast/from-burning-banksy-to-building-xion-how-burnt-banksy/id1799063494?i=1000699726783
🔹 YouTube → https://youtu.be/DXKal5MfhNU
Connect with Burnt Banksy & XION
🌐 Website: xion.burnt.com
🐦 X (Twitter): @burntbanksy | @burnt_xion
Want to see XION’s bold approach in action? Check out their infamous Cult Leader job description.
Stay Connected
🔥 If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave a review and subscribe to Token for Your Thoughts for more conversations with the people shaping crypto & Web3!
🔔 Follow us on X: @TokenThoughts_
🌐 Visit our website: tokenforyourthoughts.com
📩 Got a guest suggestion? Reach out at hello@tokenforyourthoughts.com
Popular Podcasts
Are You A Charlotte?
In 1997, actress Kristin Davis’ life was forever changed when she took on the role of Charlotte York in Sex and the City. As we watched Carrie, Samantha, Miranda and Charlotte navigate relationships in NYC, the show helped push once unacceptable conversation topics out of the shadows and altered the narrative around women and sex. We all saw ourselves in them as they searched for fulfillment in life, sex and friendships. Now, Kristin Davis wants to connect with you, the fans, and share untold stories and all the behind the scenes. Together, with Kristin and special guests, what will begin with Sex and the City will evolve into talks about themes that are still so relevant today. "Are you a Charlotte?" is much more than just rewatching this beloved show, it brings the past and the present together as we talk with heart, humor and of course some optimism.
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!
Dateline NBC
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com