Best Crypto Altruism Podcasts (2024)

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Impact on Optimism Episode 2 - growthepie - Scaling Ethereum L2s and The Superchain as a Positive Sum Game 45:51

11h ago45:51

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For today’s episode we’re excited to return to the Impact on Optimism Series for the second episode! In this series, we highlight gamechanging public goods projects in the Optimism Ecosystem, and today, we have a super interesting conversation in store centered around the Ethereum Layer 2 ecosystem. For episode 2 of the Impact on Optimism miniserie…

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Episode 168 - The Wellbeing Protocol - Scaling Localism with Web3 and Hyper Local DAOs 38:05

2h ago38:05

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In episode 168, we’re excited to welcome Mark Pascall, Co-Founder of The Wellbeing Protocol, an organization on a mission to build a world where local communities are empowered to support their own wellbeing. We discuss how their participatory grantmaking tool is giving communities the power to allocate capital, the role of quadratic and conviction…

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Episode 167 - The Hashgraph Association - Building a Decentralized Digital Future with Hedera 45:58

4h ago45:58

45:58

In episode 167, we’re excited to welcome Andrew Forson, Head of Ventures and Investments for The Hashgraph Association, a non-profit organization focused on building a vibrant, innovative, Hedera ecosystem.. We explore what differentiates hashgraphs from blockchains, their vision for building a decentralized economy that empowers startups, enterpri…

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Episode 166 - Arkreen - DePIN for globally-distributed renewable energy resources 45:46

21d ago45:46

45:46

In episode 166, we’re excited to welcome Leo Lin, Founder of Arkreen, a Web3-powered infrastructure network for global distributed renewable energy resources. We dive into the role of Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN) in achieving net zero, how Web3 can empower individual climate action and make renewable energy accessible to t…

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Episode 165 - Mina Protocol - Zero Knowledge Proofs and the ‘Internet of True Things’ 43:04

29d ago43:04

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In episode 165, we’re excited to welcome Evan Shapiro of Mina Foundation, a zero knowledge blockchain for a secure, private, and verifiable internet. We break down what the heck a zero knowledge proof is, why you should get excited about this emerging technology, and some of the most compelling social impact use cases of ZK proofs. --Three Key Take…

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Episode 164 - Funding the Commons - Blockchain-based infrastructure for Public Goods funding mechanisms 43:21

1M ago43:21

43:21

In episode 164, we’re excited to welcome David Casey, CEO of Funding the Commons, a project incubated by Protocol Labs that builds bridges between builders, researchers, and funders transforming funding models and mechanisms for public goods. We discuss why Web3 has become a hub for public goods funding experimentation, some of the most exciting in…

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How to investigate a fraud 52:52

1M ago52:52

52:52

Bennett and Cas discuss the tools they use to investigate various frauds and scams. Coverage from Protos of an entity fraudulently pretending to be associated with Tether can be found here. Here's a list of tools used in this episode: OpenCorporates Companies House EDGAR FinCEN Crunchbase RECAP PACER The New York Times Wayback Machine BuiltWith Eth…

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Episode 163 - LottoPGF – Unifying degens and regens as a force for public goods 37:57

1M ago37:57

37:57

In episode 163, we’re excited to welcome Nico Gallardo of LottoPGF, the creators of permissionless lotteries for public goods funding on Ethereum. We dive into the history of lotteries as a funding mechanism, why Ethereum is such a powerful force for community coordination and capital allocation, how permissionless lotteries are set to disrupt trad…

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Impact on Optimism Episode 1 - Holonym - Web3 Privacy, Security, & Accessibility for the New Digital Commons 42:30

2M ago42:30

42:30

Today we’re excited to release the first episode of our new Crypto Altruism mini series – “Impact on Optimism”, where we explore Public Goods Changemakers creating impact in the Optimism ecosystem. There is some really exciting experimentation and innovation in the Optimism Ecosystem centered around a vision of uplifting public goods, so in this se…

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Is Venture Capital Good? 1:04:13

2M ago1:04:13

1:04:13

Bennett and Cas are joined by Travis Kimmel to discuss the purpose and role of venture capital. This video was recorded on May 9th, 2024.

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Episode 162 - LunCo - Decentralizing Space Exploration 44:38

2M ago44:38

44:38

In episode 162, we’re excited to welcome Rod Mamin, Founder of LunCo, an organization on a mission to decentralize space exploration and catalyze open source space engineering. We talk about the growing DeSpace movement, how Web3 can help address the pain points in traditional space research, bringing an open source ethos to space engineering, why …

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Episode 161 - CHOICE - Leveraging Web3 primitives to advance LGBTQIA+ rights and build an inclusive world 45:33

2M ago45:33

45:33

In episode 161, we’re excited to welcome Alexander Aleksashev-Arno, CEO & Founder of CHOICE, a decentralised community that stands for LGBTQIA+ rights and accelerates the culture of diversity, equity and inclusion through secure and immersive technologies. We discuss their Global Digital Pride campaign, the role of decentralization in empowering ac…

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DJT: The official Trump Token? 20:26

2M ago20:26

20:26

Bennett and Cas discuss DJT, which is not Donald Trump's official token, and it seems likely Barron will not even claim this mess that Martin Shkreli embroiled them all in. Protos Reporting on DJT Cas' Op-Ed on Pirate Wires Daniel Kuhn's Article for The Block This video was recorded on June 22nd, 2024.…

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Episode 160 - CryptoConexión & WAGMI LatAm - Catalyzing the Next Generation of Web3 Innovators in Latin America 33:26

2M ago33:26

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In episode 160, we’re excited to welcome Monica Talan of CryptoConexión and WAGMI LatAm, two incredible projects focused on catalyzing the Web3 movement in Latin America. We discuss why Latin America has been such an exciting hub for innovation, how Web3 can create economic and social inclusion in the region, some of the most exciting projects comi…

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Episode 159 - MesoReef DAO - Web3 Coordination Mechanisms for Coral Reef Restoration and Conservation 45:43

2M ago45:43

45:43

In episode 159, we’re excited to welcome Rodrigo Nuñez, Co-Founder of MesoReefDAO, a decentralized organization leveraging Web3 technology to scale coral reef conservation efforts in the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System. We discuss how Web3 mechanisms can help incentivize coral restoration efforts, partnering with local organizations as a DAO, the …

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Episode 158 - Treegens - Decentralized, Permissionless Tree Planting with World Record Tree Planter Jimi Cohen 53:42

3M ago53:42

53:42

In episode 158, we’re excited to welcome Jimi Cohen, Founder of Treegens, a community on a mission to build a world where anyone can plant trees & get rewarded. Another fun fact about Jimi, is that he recently set a Guiness World Record for most trees planted in 24 hours by a single individual, with over 30,000! In our chat we discuss how Web3 can …

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Justin Sun is Insolvent 15:33

3M ago15:33

15:33

Bennett and Cas discuss Justin Sun's empire, and the fact that he does not seem to have enough money. Additional resources: Protos coverage of Poloniex and WBTC Protos coverage of USDD reserves at HTX Protos coverage of TrueUSD market-cap collapse Protos coverage of false Diplomatic Immunity Protos reporting on stUSDT This episode was recorded on M…

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Is Effective Altruism Evil? (Feat. Vincent Woo) 44:51

3M ago44:51

44:51

Bennett and Cas are joined by Vincent Woo to discuss Effective Altruism and Effective Accelerationism. ⁠Vincent Woo 's video about Honest Charlie⁠ ⁠Vincent's reporting on Lambda School⁠ ⁠Vincent's Twitter⁠ This episode was recorded on May 1st, 2024.

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Episode 157 - Leveraging NFTs to advance elephant welfare in Thailand 30:58

3M ago30:58

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In episode 157, we’re excited to welcome Daniel Villota, Founder of Unchained Elephants, a community leveraging Web3 technology to promote elephant welfare in Thailand, and to rescue elephants enduring cruel treatment. We discuss some of the challenges facing elephants in the tourism industry in Thailand, how they’re leveraging NFTs to create a com…

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Episode 156 - Kyoto - Leveraging DePIN to build a carbon negative, planet positive blockchain 32:24

3M ago32:24

32:24

In episode 156, we’re excited to welcome Ashton Hunt, Co-Founder of Kyoto, a Carbon Negative blockchain built to scale the voluntary carbon market and regenerative finance by harnessing the power of Web3. We dive into the world of Decentralized Physical Infrastructure (Aka DePIN), the tokenization of real-world assets in support of climate solution…

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Episode 155 - Plural Energy - Changing the flow of money into renewable energy projects with blockchain 39:59

3M ago39:59

39:59

In episode 155, we’re excited to welcome Adam Silver, Co-Founder & CEO of Plural Energy, an organization dedicated to making the financing of renewable energy better, faster, cheaper, and accessible to all. We discuss some of the challenges in renewable energy markets, how blockchain is revolutionizing climate finance, onboarding projects and inves…

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CZ vs SBF 15:08

4M ago15:08

15:08

Bennett and Cas discuss the sentencing of Changpeng Zhao and what it means for the cryptocurrency industry, along with comparing it to the outcome for cryptocurrency exchange fraud Sam Bankman-Fried. This video was recorded on May 6th, 2024.

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Episode 154 - Coral Tribe & ReFi Hub - Powering Climate Finance with Real World Assets and Web3 48:12

3M ago48:12

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In episode 154, we’re excited to welcome Avery Schwarz and Christian Chegne of Coral Tribe and ReFi Hub, a community of impact investors powering Web3 climate finance. We discuss how the tokenization of real-world assets can revolutionize climate finance, how Web3 can help coordinate communities around climate solutions, the growing Regenerative Fi…

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Episode 153 - Leveling the economic playing field with Web3, ft. Prof Tonya Evans 35:52

4M ago35:52

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In episode 153, we’re excited to welcome Professor Tonya Evans, an author, law professor at Penn State specializing in Web3, sought-after consultant, and award-winning tech leader. Oh, and she even testified in front of congress about Web3 regulations. We discuss how Web3 can be key in building more equitable institutions, staying agile in challeng…

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Episode 152 - Let’s GROW Live Special - Gitcoin Citizens 50:14

4M ago50:14

50:14

In episode 152, we’re excited to release a special live episode hosted on Let’s GROW Live! For this special episode, we welcome Kris Decoodt, Round Operator of Gitcoin Citizens, a retroactive grant program that rewards those who have contributed to the growth of the Gitcoin ecosystem. We discuss the evolution of Gitcoin Citizens, the value of retro…

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Episode 151 - Glo Dollar - Unlocking billions in public goods funding with stablecoins 44:50

4M ago44:50

44:50

In episode 151, we’re excited to welcome Garm Lucassen, CTO and Co-Founder of Glo Dollar, a stablecoin dedicated to unlocking $7.4B a year in funding for public goods and charity. We discuss how stablecoins can be leveraged to embed philanthropy into everyday transactions, the concept of Auto Public Goods Funding (or AutoPGF), the roadmap ahead for…

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Episode 150 - Vechain - Blockchain for a better world 48:27

4M ago48:27

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In episode 150, we’re excited to welcome Antonio Senatore, CTO of Vechain, a smart contract platform spearheading the real-world adoption of blockchain technology. They recently launched the VeBetterDAO, a platform that incentivizes sustainable actions through the B3TR token. We discuss how Web3 can equip movements with the tools for collective act…

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Regional Banking: It's Over, Bro 27:10

4M ago27:10

27:10

Bennett and Cas discuss the ongoing struggles of regional banking in the United States, and why these issues with the system persist. This video was recorded on March 6th, 2024.

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Episode 149 - KlimaDAO - Addressing the climate coordination failure with blockchain 44:49

5M ago44:49

44:49

In episode 149, we’re excited to welcome Marcus Aurelius of KlimaDAO, a decentralized protocol that provides public goods and common-pool resources for climate finance and markets. We discuss the coordination failure of climate finance and how Web3 tools can address this, the role of decentralized governance in enabling climate action, the Ecologic…

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The Web3 Nonprofit Episode 10 - Sostento 45:49

5M ago45:49

45:49

For the tenth and final episode of The Web3 Nonprofit, we welcome Joe Agoada, Founder and CEO of Sostento, a charitable organizations with a mission to support those that serve on the frontlines of public health in order to save lives, and to increase equitable access to lifesaving healthcare services. They are an early adopter in the Web3 philanth…

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Episode 148 - Sensay - Revolutionizing dementia care with AI and blockchain 37:59

5M ago37:59

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In episode 148, we’re excited to welcome Dan Thomson of Sensay, a project on a mission to revolutionize Dementia and Alzheimer's Care through AI-Powered Memory Preservation and Family Connections. We discuss how Web3 and AI can support those living with dementia and their families, the role of blockchain in the responsible development of AI, Sensay…

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Two giant river boys and their missing $1,000,000,000: the Winklevoss Twins (Feat. Ed Zitron) 1:11:26

5M ago1:11:26

1:11:26

Bennett Tomlin and Cas Piancey are joined by Ed Zitron to discuss how Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss portray themselves as the regulated alternative, but frequently flout the rules. Additional resources: Ed's newsletter about Gemini Earn Better Offline HTX is probably insolvent This episode was recorded on March 12th, 2024.…

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Episode 147 - Dimitra - Empowering smallholder farmers with AI & blockchain-based AgTech solutions 50:10

5M ago50:10

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In episode 147, we’re excited to welcome Jon Trask, CEO of Dimitra, an AgTech company on a mission to connect smallholder farmers with easy-to-use technology to increase yields, reduce costs, and mitigate risks. We discuss how emerging technologies such as blockchain, AI, and IoT devices, can help smallholder farmers grow their businesses and impro…

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Episode 146 - $Earth - Redesigning money to power the Solarpunk revolution 49:35

5M ago49:35

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In episode 146, we’re excited to welcome Utkarsh Patel, Founder of Earth Coin, a digital currency backed by real world climate solutions, ecosystem services and solarpunk values. We discuss how Earth Coin aims to address the massive climate finance gap, the benefits of tokenized climate solutions, Web3 as a powerful force for climate coordination, …

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YUM YUM MONEY TIME: Deltec Bank moved customer funds from FTX to Alameda Research 26:18

5M ago26:18

26:18

Bennett and Cas discuss a class action lawsuit against Deltec Bank and Trust in the Bahamas that alleges that it was instrumental in moving customer funds from FTX to Alameda Research. Coverage of the lawsuit the lawsuit Farmington State response Coindesk coverage of Alameda Research insolvency Affidavit in support of MUFG seizure This episode was …

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Episode 145 - Brave & BAT - Building a user-first internet powered by Web3 43:29

5M ago43:29

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In episode 145, we’re excited to welcome Luke Mulks, VP of Business Operations at Brave and Basic Attention Token, an ecosystem of software dedicated to protecting user privacy and rebuilding the internet by putting power back in the hands of users. We discuss how blockchain can built a safer, more user-driven internet, Brave’s success in onboardin…

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Episode 144 - ETH Denver Special - Interviews with leaders building at the intersection of web3 & regeneration 47:46

6M ago47:46

47:46

For episode 144, we’re excited to bring you a special episode from ETH Denver, co-hosted with Tereza Bízková and recorded at the Regeneration side event! We feature conversations with nine builders working at the intersection of Web3, regeneration, and social impact. We discuss highlights from ETH Denver, the growing ReFi Movement, community coordi…

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Episode 143 - Pawthereum and Impactify – The power of community-driven crypto philanthropy 54:13

6M ago54:13

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In episode 143, we’re excited to welcome Rasmus Scheuer, Co-Founder of Pawthereum, a community-run crypto philanthropy project that supports animal welfare causes. We discuss why Web3 is such a powerful tool for community-driven philanthropy, some of the incredible projects they’ve supported with $500k in donations, advice for Web3 impact builders,…

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Binanace and Changpeng Zhao Indicted: End of an Era 29:31

6M ago29:31

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Bennett and Cas discuss the indictment of Changpeng Zhao and the Deferred Prosecution Agreement for Binance. Read coverage of charges here. This episode was recorded on February 10th, 2024.

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Read, Write, Owned: Broken Web3 Promises (Feat. Molly White) 59:38

6M ago59:38

59:38

Bennett Tomlin and Cas Piancey are joined by Molly White to discuss Andreessen Horowitz GP Chris Dixon's new book: Read, Write, Own. Read Molly's review of Dixon's book here and check out her archival cryptocurrency news site here. Read Protos' article about how a16z gamed the NYT Bestseller List here. Read Motherboard's article about how many copi…

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Episode 142 - Cardano - Reimagining power in a new age of globally-distributed innovation 54:28

6M ago54:28

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In episode 142, we’re excited to welcome Frederik Gregaard, CEO of Cardano Foundation, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing the public digital infrastructure Cardano and working to anchor it as a utility for financial and social systems, thus empowering the digital architects of the future. We discuss how blockchain is key in reimag…

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Episode 141 - Atlantis DAO – Coordinating & incentivizing climate regeneration with Web3 36:24

6M ago36:24

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In episode 141, we’re excited to welcome Irthu Suresh, CEO and Co-Founder of Atlantis DAO, a borderless co-op powering climate resilience and bioregional regeneration. We discuss why Web3 is a powerful tool for global coordination, the role of blockchain in advancing planetary regeneration, how we can enhance impact monitoring, reporting, and verif…

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The UK’s leading romance fraud specialist 46:13

7M ago46:13

46:13

How did one detective take on an international network of romance fraudsters? This episode was written Stuart McGurk and read by Will Dunn. The commissioning editor was Melissa Denes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Web3 Nonprofit Episode 9 - Outright International 39:29

6M ago39:29

39:29

For the ninth episode of The Web3 Nonprofit, we welcome Katie Hultquist, Director of Leadership Giving for Outright International, an incredible nonprofit that is advancing human rights for LGBTIQ people everywhere through advocacy, support, and research. They have also done an excellent job engaging with the Web3 community and partnering with some…

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Tether: The $100,000,000,000 Problem in Crypto 42:40

6M ago42:40

42:40

Bennett Tomlin and Cas Piancey discuss the history and present of Tether, the most important firm in all of cryptocurrency. This video was recorded on February 4th, 2024.

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Episode 140 - Concordium - Trust and privacy powered by blockchain and zero-knowledge proofs 36:19

7M ago36:19

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In episode 140, we’re excited to welcome Lars Seier Christensen, Chairman and Founder of Concordium, a Layer1 blockchain on a mission to create a future based on trust, privacy, and safety. We discuss Zero-knowledge proofs and some of their use cases, the role of blockchain in protecting individual identity and data sovereignty, some of the project…

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Episode 139 - WaterLab - Accelerating the Development of Regenerative Water with Web3 36:35

7M ago36:35

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In episode 139, we’re excited to welcome Aaron and Renée of WaterLab, a decentralized national water laboratory for the research and development of advanced desalination and regenerative water. We discuss the role Web3 can play in achieving water abundance, blockchain-based water credits, IP-NFTs, the exciting potential of the Decentralized Science…

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The Web3 Nonprofit Episode 8 - Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home 44:40

7M ago44:40

44:40

For the eighth episode of The Web3 Nonprofit, we’re excited to welcome David Mitchell, Cryptocurrency and Digital Partnership Manager for Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home, an incredible nonprofit that “protects loving homes, finds loving homes, and runs a loving home for dogs and cats in East and Central Scotland.” We discuss their innovative approach to…

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Episode 138 - ReFi Phangan - Regenerative Finance, Quadratic Funding, and Local Impact 49:06

7M ago49:06

49:06

In episode 138, we’re excited to welcome Paul Burg, a regen legend and Founder of ReFi Phangan, GreenPill Phangan, and EcoSynthesisX, and Founding Steward of PhanganQF and DeSpace QF. We discuss the growing ReFi movement in Phangan, Quadratic Funding as a valuable tool to advance public goods, building partnerships with local NGOs and business, and…

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Episode 137 - Mercy Corps Ventures - Empowering visionary tech entrepreneurs to deliver impact at scale 31:11

7M ago31:11

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In episode 137, we’re excited to welcome Timothy Asiiwme, Innovation Project Manager at Mercy Corps Ventures, which invests in and catalyzes venture-led solutions to increase the resilience of underserved individuals and communities. We discuss how Web3 solutions can help alleviate poverty and build resilient communities, the role of impact entrepr…

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