Web3 With MCG
Welcome to Web3 with MCG, a podcast for women looking to dip their toe into the new wild world of the internet. If you think you’re late to the Web3 party, think again. Learn alongside host Michelle Cordeiro Grant as she explores the next generation of the internet and all the opportunities it offers for women. Michelle, a serial entrepreneur, angel investor, and Web 3 enthusiast, talks with women in Web3 about all things blockchain, NFTs, crypto finance, the Metaverse and beyond. Web3 with MCG breaks down this new wild world by covering the essentials, making it all approachable, and creating a space for listeners to get involved.
Episodes
January 31, 2023 • 25 mins
With the current ups and downs happening in Web3, it’s only natural to feel some hesitation and anxiety about the current state of things. But, like any other market, we’re simply watching a pendulum swing.
Today, we’re talking to Chelsea Cain Maclin, former VP of marketing for Bumble and co-founder of Web3 tech company R Labs. R Labs is a minority and female-led blockchain-based financial company.
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January 24, 2023 • 35 mins
Welcome to episode one of Web3 with MCG, a podcast dedicated to breaking down the new wild world of the internet. Join host Michelle Cordeiro Grant, a serial entrepreneur, angel investor, and Web3 enthusiast, as she talks with women in Web3 about all things cryptocurrency, including blockchain technology, NFTs, DeFi, and the Metaverse. It’s our goal to explore the next generation of the internet and the wave of innovation and oppor...
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January 17, 2023 • 30 mins
Today we go back to one of the most listened-to episodes of 2022, my chat with Jennifer Justice.
One of the most intimidating things about Web3 is the sometimes-murky legal side of things. There are a fair amount of scams out there and it can feel pretty overwhelming, but luckily there are people who have it all figured out—and you’ll meet one of them today.
We’re sitting down with Jennifer Justice, an entertainment and live exper...
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January 10, 2023 • 30 mins
When you picture in your mind’s eye the “typical” crypto expert, do you see a stereotypical tech bro or finance guy? If you do, you’re definitely not alone—but you might also be overlooking the massive potential that women have and the role they’re already playing in the world of Web3.
Today, we’re talking to CoinQueens founder and CEO Heather Doyle. CoinQueens began as a complimentary Web3 onboarding program and emerged as a succ...
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January 5, 2023 • 3 mins
Michelle is kicking off 2023 exploring her predictions for the future of NFTs.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
What Michelle learned about Web3 from listening to Gary Vaynerchuk (00:44)
The future of NFTs might look very similar to DTC start-ups—some will last but many won’t (01:44)
Let’s Connect:
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Website
LinkedIn
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January 3, 2023 • 22 mins
Today, we’re coming to you live from Miami’s Art Basel to talk all things representation, the importance of female founders, and the mission of World of Women, the world's biggest mission-driven NFT brand.
We’re sitting down with Shannon Snow, a tech executive and angel investor who built her career at Meta and Google. Shannon recently became COO of World of Women, a thriving community grown from the dream that representation and ...
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December 27, 2022 • 4 mins
Today, we’re having a little bit of holiday fun. Michelle is naming her naughty and nice list of Web3 movers and shakers—from World of Women to Discord scammers to our Web3 BFF Madi Lieber.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Michelle’s nice list, including Rebecca Minkoff and MAVION (00:40)
FTX is on Michelle’s naughty list—to no one’s surprise! (01:10)
Listen to our episode on FTX here!
Let’s Connect:
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Website
Linked...
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December 20, 2022 • 19 mins
Now that we’ve reached the end, it seems safe to say that 2022 has been the Year of Web3. We’ve seen some crazy peaks and a few dramatic valleys, but through it all, it’s obvious that this wild new online world is here to stay.
Today, we’re celebrating the best so far of Web3 with MCG. Listen in to episode nine and hear a year-end retrospective of all of the tumultuous, incredible, and need-to-know developments in Web3.
In this ep...
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December 13, 2022 • 32 mins
Remember when Facebook first hit our screens and it felt like it could just be a passing fad? Well, we know now that social media isn’t just a phase—it’s more like a revolution. So if you’re still feeling a little skeptical on the Web3 front, remember just how quickly we’ve evolved from MySpace to Meta.
Today, we’re talking to Forbes-branded Crypto Queen Michelle Reeves. Michelle is co founder and CEO of MAVION, an NFT brand and ...
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December 6, 2022 • 22 mins
The last couple weeks have been an absolute roller coaster in the world of Web3. There has been some major drama with the collapse of FTX—but fear not, because one of our favorite guests is here to explain everything.
Today, we’re welcoming back Web3 expert Madi Lieber. Madi has a background in big tech—including time at Google and Facebook—and is Chief Operating Officer of Crypto Chicks, an NFT project representing the bold, tre...
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November 29, 2022 • 23 mins
Learning about Web3 can be a tricky thing. Finding reliable sources isn’t always the easiest task, and it’s made even harder in an industry where information is constantly changing and evolving.
Today, we’re sitting down with Jackie Courtney, an entrepreneur, investor, and Web3 & NFT enthusiast. Jackie got her start founding Nearly Newlywed, a company focused on wedding resale, and is now the founder of Qualia, a “Web3 LVMH” for ...
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November 24, 2022 • 4 mins
This week, we’ve got a snackable in the holiday spirit about gratefulness. It’s a little Thanksgiving ditty about Web3 and why we should be thankful for this new era of the internet.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Michelle’s gratitude moments toward Web3 (02:29)
The Web3 community is welcoming and open minded (02:58)
Web3 can bring new friendships and incredible opportunities (03:33)
Let’s Connect:
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Website
Link...
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November 22, 2022 • 30 mins
One of the most intimidating things about Web3 is the sometimes-murky legal side of things. There are a fair amount of scams out there and it can feel pretty overwhelming, but luckily there are people who have it all figured out—and you’ll meet one of them today.
We’re sitting down with Jennifer Justice, an entertainment and live experience executive known for her expertise in building artists’ careers and business portfolios by ...
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November 17, 2022 • 10 mins
Madi Lieber is once again joining Michelle, this time for a Q&A on some of our most pressing questions about cryptocurrency.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
The definition of Bitcoin in its most basic form (01:53)
Some of the risks currently associated with crypto investment (03:32)
You can look at crypto like you would any other form of portfolio diversification (07:59)
Let’s Connect:
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Website
LinkedIn
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November 15, 2022 • 29 mins
By now we know that there are huge things going on in the Web3 space—yet there are still so many people who don’t know very much about crypto, the metaverse, or NFTs… and even less who really understand how it all works.
Today, we’re chatting with Web3 pundit Madi Lieber. Madi has a background in big tech—including time at Google and Facebook—and is Chief Operating Officer of Crypto Chicks, an NFT project representing the bold, tr...
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November 10, 2022 • 2 mins
Let’s face it: blockchain can be one of the most complex parts of Web3 to fully understand. Today, Michelle is breaking it down—and using some of her fashion industry background to clarify it in a totally manageable way.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
The blockchain is a lot like links on a necklace (00:43)
The “official” definition: a decentralized distributed public digital ledger (01:35)
Blockchain’s main purpose at this ti...
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November 8, 2022 • 36 mins
While there’s an incredible amount of information out there on Web3, not very much of it is digestible information. For those of us without a background in the subject, it can be hard to learn about without the info going over our heads. But here’s the thing: we have the information, we have the resources, we have the capability, and we have the eyes and ears to be invited… We just need to learn to come together, learn together, an...
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November 3, 2022 • 3 mins
Web3 doesn’t have to be scary—but sometimes it still is! Today, Michelle shares a personal story about a major Web3 snafu. She gives a quick walkthrough on the NFT purchasing process and gives some do’s and major don’ts of the space.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Michelle’s real life Web3 horror tale (01:17)
A major red flag she encountered during the process (01:44)
Always turn off your direct messages! (02:44)
Let’s Conne...
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November 1, 2022 • 45 mins
One of the most exciting things about the Web3 revolution? The incredible amount of possibilities it holds for us as women. There’s so much value and opportunity out there in the new wild world of the internet, and it’s on us to seize it.
Today, we’re sitting down with Lisa Mayer, founder and CEO of Boss Beauties. Boss Beauties is a global empowerment brand and NFT Collection that aims to remind women and girls of their power and ...
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October 27, 2022 • 6 mins
On today’s minisode, Michelle Cordeiro Grant breaks down the quick and dirty on Web3. You’ll learn how we went from using the internet to read, write, and connect to this new generation where we can use it to transact.
If you’re curious about crypto, blockchain, and NFTs but you still have a giant question mark above your head—this one’s for you!
In this episode, you’ll learn:
A quick history on Web1 (00:55)
A little about Web2...
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