Best William and Iman Podcasts (2024)

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64: Amina Cain 50:01

17d ago50:01

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This month's episode features our chat with novelist and short story writer Amina Cain, the author of the novel Indelicacy, a New York Times Editors’ Choice and finalist for the Rathbones Folio Prize and the Center for Fiction’s First Novel Prize, published in 2020 by Farrar, Straus & Giroux, and two collections of short stories, Creature and I Go …

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212. TBR - GameStop Bull Market Catalyst | Web3 Under Attack | To Click Bait or NOT to Click Bait 1:08:39

1M ago1:08:39

1:08:39

Will and Iman discuss Roaring Kitty's return discussing the value of meme stocks and why a goal helps motivate and propel meme value capturing the attention of every day people. They discuss the components that make a meme successful and uncover the intricacies required for attention to spread. AI is another topic continuing to make progress that w…

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211. TBR - Are Bitcoin L2s Scams? | The Royals Unveil 1:14:26

1M ago1:14:26

1:14:26

As we prepare for the biggest UNAT launch on Mscribe, the rest of the Ordinals community is in Hong Kong preparing to party the night away. We ask the question, should we not be fading these kind of conferences and what actually happens at them? We then get into the L2 discussion brought up by Bitcoin Wizards team on Bankless Podcast. Sentiment aro…

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210. TBR - Redacted Launch Delay Explained | The State of Bitmap 1:02:27

1M ago1:02:27

1:02:27

We recap the events of the last week leading up to what was supposed to be the Redacted launch. After the testing results the Mscribe team felt the need to delay the launch another week to refine the Blockpad experience and address minting issues. We walk through the individual tests and talk about a major debacle we had to overcome. We then discus…

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209. TBR - Memecoin and Influencer Toxicity | Can DMT Overcome Web3 Bleak Sentiment?! 1:06:31

1M ago1:06:31

1:06:31

Will and Iman discuss the current state of crypto markets and the mass delusional state backing the importance of meme culture and the dissolution of utility driven initiatives in web3. Ultimately are meme influencers and tokens hurting the crypto space as a whole? Or is this just a separate sector of importance that has no influence on the progres…

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208. TBR - How Sovryn is Building a True-to-Bitcoin L2 Ecosystem | Interview w/ Edan Yago 1:05:54

1M ago1:05:54

1:05:54

The L2 and DeFi discussion in relation to Bitcoin are perhaps some of the most important ones when determining the future of Bitcoin. It is clear Bitcoin will not be able to scale into the future, regardless of how much robust innovation we add to it through metaprotocol design. However, ecosystem contributors such as Sovryn are working diligently …

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207. TBR - Sandman on How to Build a Runes PFP Empire with Bitdogs 42:30

1M ago42:30

42:30

We speak with our guest Sandman who is a major contributor to the OXBT community and is now working to organize an up and coming Runes PFP project called Bitdogs. Bitdogs is one of the first Ordinal PFP collections to commit to a Rune token distribution once the protocol goes live. We discuss how this project came to be and the intentions behind ty…

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63: Christopher Priest 52:31

2M ago52:31

52:31

This month’s episode is our chat with the late Christopher Priest, who sadly passed away on 2nd February 2024. In what will have been one of his last interviews, we spoke to Christopher on 3rd November 2023, where he talked us through his development as a writer, his skepticism about using notebooks, dealing with dreadful editors, not writing for n…

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62: Bill Drummond 1:02:53

3M ago1:02:53

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This month we return to our first in-person recording for way too long, as we sat down with writer, musician and all-round cultural agitator Bill Drummond. As half of the KLF, Bill produced some of the finest singles of the 1990s, before dumping a dead sheep at the door of the Brit Awards, deleting the group's back catalogue and burning a million q…

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206. TBR - How to Create the CryptoPunk of Ordinals | Interview w/ Ev Founder of NatCats.mp3 1:04:30

3M ago1:04:30

1:04:30

Since the release of the UNAT addition to the DMT framework about 6 weeks ago, Natcats have taken the NFT space by storm by introducing for the first time a truly unique value proposition to the digital asset space. Ev, founder of Natcats was the first to deploy an art collection that fully utilized the Unique Non-arbitrary Token framework. This en…

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205. TBR - We are Throwing in the Towel | Block Runner 20k Subscriber Special 🥳.mp3 1:06:32

3M ago1:06:32

1:06:32

We went on a bit of a rant during this podcast episode, getting into many facets of conversation. We discuss the importance of EV’s contributions as a founder in the UNAT ecosystem and the impact he has made toward showcasing ecosystem viability in the DMT space. After this we go into a discussion on our own founder experiences and the exhaustive r…

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204. TBR - How to Find REAL VALUE on Bitcoin Layer 1 w/ Sora Ventures Jason Fang 1:13:16

4M ago1:13:16

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The world of Bitcoin grows more complex by the day and it can become challenging to know what are the true gems among the pack of developments. This is Jason Fang’s specialty as he leads the most notable VC fund in the Ordinals space. This is proven by his investments into Metagood (OnChain Monkey), TAP Protocol, Liquidium, and others. We discuss h…

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61: Iman Mersal 45:14

4M ago45:14

45:14

This month, we are speaking to the Egyptian poet and author Iman Mersal. We talk about the genesis of ideas, structure and form when writing in Arabic, and the importance of urgency in directing your writing. Iman's work includes the creative non-fiction work Traces of Enayat (2023, And Other Stories https://www.andotherstories.org/traces-of-enayat…

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203. TBR - Exploring Bitcoin’s New Scientific Paradigm w/ Founder of Mycosoft Morgan Rockwell 1:13:54

4M ago1:13:54

1:13:54

Ordinals have attracted so many new innovations in the digital art space as well as the metaverse and fungible token space. However, a new sector is emerging in the Decentralized Science space and Morgan Rockwell of Mycosoft is bringing a truly unique application to the Bitcoin Ordinals space. Mycosoft is embedding real world mushroom DNA onto Bitc…

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202. TBR - Building a Billion Dollar Bitcoin Metaprotocol | Interview w/ Motoswap and CBRC20 Team 1:12:57

4M ago1:12:57

1:12:57

We unpack the intricacies of crypto and meta protocols with Chad Master and Danny from Motoswap. They delve into the limitations of BRC 20 tokens and how the new CBRC 20 standard offers improved functionalities and user experiences. The conversation covers Motoswap's innovative approach to replicating the mechanisms of Uniswap but on Bitcoin, the c…

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201. TBR - NFT 2.0 is Here UNAT READY | Bitcoin Bullrun Officially is ON🚀 1:06:22

4M ago1:06:22

1:06:22

We dive deep into the exciting and unpredictable world of cryptocurrency and the evolution of digital content through Bitcoin. Learn the significance of Natcats and their timelines, illustrating the intricacies of Bitcoin data. Iman and Will emphasize the importance of understanding updates and the simplicity of token deployments, attributing compl…

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200. TBR - We Rug Pull All of Crypto 😱 (NOT A BITMAP VIDEO) 1:08:20

4M ago1:08:20

1:08:20

Hosts Iman and Will, explore the complex landscape of blockchain innovation with a focus on natcats and bitmaps in Bitcoin. The discussion delves into the nuanced potential of these technologies for the metaverse, emphasizing the need for deep understanding to truly innovate. The conversation addresses the importance of informed cryptocurrency inve…

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199. TBR - Why Digital Scarcity Will Lead to a Digital Economic Revolution 1:06:06

4M ago1:06:06

1:06:06

Hosts Iman and Will explore exciting topics like AI, fusion energy, bioengineering, and the cosmos, and why these could be even more enthralling than crypto. The discussion then pivots to the role of "fleece machines" in the crypto realm, considering their influence on market liquidity and innovation, alongside the fascinating intersection of block…

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198. TBR - How to Build Value with Bitmap and NATs | Interview w/ WizOp of Bitmap.community 1:03:43

4M ago1:03:43

1:03:43

Host Will and Iman discuss with guest Wizop from Bitmap.community the transformative applications of blockchain tech and the emergence of DMT tokens in the crypto landscape. They explore the visual aspects crucial to appreciating blockchain's potential and the vision for an economy independent of physical location. Challenges in the bitcoin ecosyst…

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197. TBR - “Why” Digital Matter Theory? Bridging the Worlds Physics of the Bitcoin Economy 1:03:57

4M ago1:03:57

1:03:57

Hosts Iman and Will delve into the profound interconnection of technology, economics, and physics. Episode 197, titled "Bridging Worlds: The Physics of the Economic Metaverse," explores the necessity of creating technology that is universally accessible, mirroring the concept of porting oneself into an alternate economic space. They trace the roots…

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196. TBR - How to Establish NAT Protocol Governance | Avoiding Crypto Grifts 57:40

4M ago57:40

57:40

Hosts Iman and Will in the 196th episode of TBR 1 hr Podcast delve into the dynamics of human behavior in scenarios of resource abundance versus scarcity, questioning if our competitive nature will shift from resource to attention and problem-solving in abundance. The conversation then pivots to a critical assessment of the Meta protocol DMT NAT st…

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195. TBR - Are NAT Block Runners the New Miners on Bitcoin?! Apple Vision Pro Talk 1:03:33

4M ago1:03:33

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Iman and Will, navigate a myriad of topics at the intersection of technology and finance. They kick off the conversation by revisiting their diverse interview content, ranging from metaverse musings to deep dives into digital matter theory and the stalwart bitcoin. As they reflect on the initially polarizing and now widely embraced non-arbitrary as…

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194. TBR - Decrypting the $500B Bitcoin DeFi Opportunity w/ CTO of ALEX Labs Chan Ahn 1:10:29

4M ago1:10:29

1:10:29

Join hosts Iman and Will on the TBR 1 hr Podcast as they welcome Chan, the Chief Technology Officer of Alex Lab, for an insightful discussion on the intersection of Bitcoin and decentralized finance (DeFi). Key highlights of this episode include: Discussion on the reliance and risks of off-chain indexing for DeFi applications and the role of Bitcoi…

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193. TBR -Smart Contract Function and Developer Sustainability on Bitcoin | Interview w/ BasedPad and LAMBDA 1:25:35

4M ago1:25:35

1:25:35

Iman and Will, alongside guests from BasedPad and LAMBDA, discuss the intricacies of cryptocurrency project launches and token integration. The guests introduce the Basebad platform that rewards token holders and is testing a new solution for token offerings, and is going to start with Lambda. The panel addresses the important balance in tokenomics…

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192. TBR - How DeFi Will Come to Bitcoin | Interview w/ Cryptachu of Ghosty Cash 1:02:42

4M ago1:02:42

1:02:42

Topics: First up, who is Cryptachu and how did they get into the web3 space Next, the repercussions of Tornado Cash's shutdown Then, what is Ghosty Cash and how does it stand out in the web3 space and finally, what does Cryptachu think of the future of crypto Please like and subscribe on your favorite podcasting app! Sign up for a free newsletter: …

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191. TBR - Block Runner 2023 Recap | Introducing BitmapOS 1:10:40

4M ago1:10:40

1:10:40

Iman and Will on Episode 191 of TBR 1 hr Podcasts reflect on the year 2023 and the content pivot focusing on Ordinals and how it has led to an impressive track record of gem finding. This episode is a tapestry of tech debates, reminiscences of mascot memes, and the duo's reliance on their instincts that nearly always steer them right. They shed lig…

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190. TBR - Censorship on Bitcoin, Will Ordinals Survive! 1:02:05

4M ago1:02:05

1:02:05

Topics: First up, discussing an unreported vulnerability in cryptocurrency and the potential for a bitcoin fork driven by cultural influence and miners' choice Next, teasing our work with Nat and DMT and preparations in the Bitmap Arena Then, We’re excited to talk about the ongoing developments in data indexing on Bitcoin's blockchain and Finally, …

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189. TBR - Tesla Cybertruck Launch Reaction | DMT Love and Hate Reflection 1:03:44

4M ago1:03:44

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Join Iman and Will on this TBR 1 hr Podcast as they zoom in on the iconic Tesla Cybertruck. Dive deep into a conversation that covers everything from Cybertruck's showcase to its bold design and revolutionary features like the steel alloy body, bulletproof, and remarkable performance – including a race where it beats a Porsche 911! It's not all abo…

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60: Natasha Soobramanien and Luke Williams 44:28

5M ago44:28

44:28

Episode 60 with Natasha Soobramanien and Luke Williams This month, we are speaking to not one but two authors as we discuss collaborative writing with Natasha Soobramanien and Luke Williams. Natasha and Luke are the joint authors of Diego Garcia, winner of the 2022 Goldsmiths Prize. We talk about their unique approach to crafting a novel and the di…

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59: David Shields 53:10

6M ago53:10

53:10

We're opening 2024 with our chat with David Shields: David is the internationally bestselling author of twenty-five books, including Reality Hunger (which, in 2020, Lit Hub named one of the most important books of the past decade), The Thing About Life Is That One Day You’ll Be Dead (New York Times bestseller), Black Planet: Facing Race During an N…

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188. TBR- Answering the “Why” | Digital Matter Theory and Non-Arbitrary Tokens 1:10:05

8M ago1:10:05

1:10:05

Check out our thoughts on the aftermath of the Digital Matter Theory framework release. Will and Iman spend time breaking down the initial reactions and why Non-Arbitrary Tokens (NATs) create a new vector of value creation that anyone can leverage for their token generation. Topics First up, we go over the aftermath of the release of the Digital Ma…

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187. TBR - Bitcoin Token Meta Protocol Wars | How to Predict The Winning Standard 1:02:49

8M ago1:02:49

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In this episode of the TBR 1 hr Podcast, hosts Iman and Will delve into the world of cryptocurrency, specifically discussing niche digital tokens like pipe, BRC 20s, rune, STAMPS, Atomicals, tap, and of course Taproot Assets along with their interaction with emerging platforms such as Nostr. They discuss the unique principles of the DMT, as well as…

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186. TBR - Why Ordinals Are Better Than NFTs | Interview w/ Danny Yang of Metagood OnChainMonkeys 1:08:07

8M ago1:08:07

1:08:07

In this episode of TBR 1 hr Podcasts, hosts Iman and Will are joined by guest Danny Yang to delve into the world of Bitcoin and cryptocurrency. They discuss recent developments in the Ordinals ecosystem, including the increasing fees and potential issues with Bitcoin. Danny shares his background in Bitcoin and cryptocurrency ventures, highlighting …

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185. TBR - Gaming in the Metaverse | Msquared Halloween Event LIVE Playthrough 🎃 1:14:56

8M ago1:14:56

1:14:56

Msquared is building critical technology to enable developers to build rich and robust metaverse experiences. Over the last several months they have showcased this tech in a variety of multiplayer demonstrations. This Halloween they created a maze experience where tens of thousands of players were competing to complete the challenge simultaneously,…

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184. TBR - Exploring The Chaos and Beauty of Ordinals w/ Bitgod 1:12:13

8M ago1:12:13

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In this episode of the TBR 1 hr Podcast, we dive into the world of crypto and art with special guest Bit God. Bit God shares his journey in the crypto space, from reselling sneakers to working at centralized and decentralized exchanges. We explore Bit God's transition to focusing on NFT marketplaces, including the discovery of Ordinals and the crea…

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183. TBR - The Impact of the Metaverse on Humanity, Zuckerberg Game Changing Technology 1:02:33

8M ago1:02:33

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In this episode of TBR 1 hr Podcasts, hosts Iman and Will delve into the fascinating world of the metaverse and its potential impact on our lives. They discuss the merging of virtual and physical realities, sharing personal experiences and insightful observations. From the allure of virtual environments to the emergence of new technologies and inno…

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182. TBR - Atomicals and the Era of Programmability on Bitcoin | Interview w/ A of Atomicals 1:25:00

9M ago1:25:00

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In this episode of the TBR 1 hr Podcasts, join us for an insightful discussion on Atomicals, the new mining craze that is revolutionizing the Bitcoin chain. We dive into the benefits of mineable tokens, the customization of transaction IDs, and the potential for developers to create exciting web3 products using Atomicals. Our guest, a seasoned bloc…

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181. TBR - Unleashing the Rare Sats Economy | Interview w/ GANSY of Rare Satoshi Society 1:02:51

9M ago1:02:51

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In this episode of TBR 1 hr Podcasts, hosts Iman and Will are joined by guest Gansy as they delve into the world of rare sats. The speaker, with a background in banking and coin collection, shares their fascination with the introduction of Ordinals and how it has made bitcoin collectible on a new level. They discuss their experience in art collecti…

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180. TBR - The Future of Bitmap and Metaverse Standards on Bitcoin | Interview wJeffrey of RCSV.IO 1:06:37

9M ago1:06:37

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In this episode of the TBR 1 hr Podcast, hosts Iman and Will are joined by guest Jeffrey to delve into a fascinating discussion about the metaverse, Bitcoin ordinals, and the future direction of these topics. They explore the similarities between building experiences in 3D and virtual realms, the challenges of creating something with stickiness, an…

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179. TBR - The Era of Building for Bitcoin | Interview w/ Josh and Randy of Ordinals Wallet 1:22:48

9M ago1:22:48

1:22:48

Hosts Iman and Will are joined by special guests Randy and Josh from Ordinals Wallet. They dive into the era of building for Bitcoin. The conversation explores the challenges posed by Ethereum fees and the need for alternative platforms. The speakers also address the future of Bitcoin, the importance of addressing its underlying system inefficienci…

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178. TBR - The Future of Web3 Gaming and Metaverse on Bitcoin | Interview w/ Ben Charbit of Life Beyond 1:08:56

9M ago1:08:56

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In this episode of TBR 1 hr Podcasts, we dive into the world of decentralized architecture in game development with a special focus on the Metaverse game called Life Beyond. Our guest, a seasoned game developer with 15 years of experience, shares insights on how developers need to treat users differently in a decentralized architecture and how a pl…

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177. TBR - Expanding the Canvas Exploring Bitcoin Rare Sats | Interview w/ Xinyi of Sating.io 1:02:13

10M ago1:02:13

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In Podcast 177 of TBR 1 hr Podcasts, hosts Iman and Will engage in a fascinating discussion with guest Xinyi about the growing trend of inscribing artwork on top of rare SATS, a term related to Bitcoin. They explore the concept of recognizing patterns and applying art on top of these unique Bitcoin units, creating a sense of authenticity and value.…

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176. TBR - Building Ordinals Indexing Infrastructure | Interview w/ Adev of GeniiData 1:14:26

10M ago1:14:26

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In this episode of TBR 1 hr Podcasts, hosts Iman and Will are joined by guest Adev as they delve into the fascinating world of BRC 20 tokens and the emergence of new projects in the blockchain space. They explore the significance of the ORC 20 token standard and the release of the ORC 20 indexer, which has gained significant traction. The speakers …

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175. TBR - Ordinals Index Wars | Animoca on Bitcoin Metaverse | Why Exist in the Digital Space 1:02:55

10M ago1:02:55

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In this episode of the TBR Podcast, hosts Iman and Will delve into the topic of indexing which has become a consistent concern within the Ordinals space due to matters of centralization. A coalition of major ecosystem actors have banded together to form the first attempt at creating a decentralized indexing process. Also, they explore the concept o…

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174. TBR - Inscribing the Future Exploring the Intersection of DMT, Bitmaps, and the Metaverse 46:45

10M ago46:45

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In this episode of The Block Runner Podcast, join hosts Iman and Will as they delve into the fascinating world of Digital Matter Theory (DMT) and its application in the metaverse. They explore the concept of bitmap assets, non-fungible digital artifacts derived from bitcoin's block data, and their potential to create unique districts and parcels wi…

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173. TBR - Interview with CEO Xverse Stacks, Oridnals, and the Future of Bitcoin 1:03:34

10M ago1:03:34

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We interview the CEO of Xverse, Bitcoin’s #1 wallet provider who recently secured a 5 million dollar seed round of funding to expand and scale their services. Xverse has been deeply involved in the Bitcoin development space, originally being a team member of Stacks which is the leading layer 2 solution to Bitcoin. For many years, Stacks was regarde…

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172. TBR - Building in the Bitmap Golden Era | Interview w/ Aaron Co-Founder of FOXXI 56:16

10M ago56:16

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We interviewed one of the founders of the FOXXI team which is one of the leading contributors in building utility for the bitmap ecosystem. After the blockout of Bitmap districts, the major question has been who will step up to build and provide the necessary infrastructure to expand the ecosystem in order for Bitmap to become a major force in the …

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171. TBR - Building For the Open Metaverse | Bitmap Infrastructure 1:21:11

11M ago1:21:11

1:21:11

We were part of a truly unique experience where we did an in-world podcast in the virtual world Hyperfy. We were part of a panel with some metaverse OGs, Routan, Morph, and Jin. We discussed our history and experience building in the open metaverse over the last few years and how that unique experience can be applied for the Bitmap ecosystem. Jin s…

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170. TBR - The Digital Artifact EXPANSION | Interview w/ Tom Lehman Founder of Ethscriptions 1:05:25

11M ago1:05:25

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In this YouTube video titled "The Digital Artifact EXPANSION | Interview w/ Tom Lehman Founder of Ethsubscriptions | TBR #170," the founders of the Block Runner podcast interview Tom Lehman, the founder of Ethscriptions. The discussion revolves around the challenges faced by websites like Genius.com due to the monopolistic power of corporations lik…

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169. TBR - How to Build Critical Ordinals Infrastructure | Interview w/ Benny, Founder of TRAC and TAP Protocol 1:06:35

11M ago1:06:35

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We interview the founder of TRAC, Benny, who is working tirelessly on providing critical indexing infrastructure to the Ordinals and BRC20 space. Benny explains his origins as an Ethereum developer and his switchover to the Ordinals arena which led him to build a suite of necessary tools for Inscriptions. As he was developing he discovered a huge g…

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