This week's guest is Ryan Jones, Director of Product Management at ConsenSys. Ryan got the web3 bug in November 2021 when he joined ConsenSys the iconic enterprise blockchain company operating Metamask and many other notable web3 brands. In this episode, Ryan talks to Zach about what it takes to scale product teams and how web3 is finally hitting a technological inflection point where mass adoption is inevitable.

Get more from Ryan via his LinkedIn page at https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanjjones10/

Chapters

00:00 Ryan's Journey and Growing a Product Team: Ryan talks about his background and the experience of growing a product team from 0 to over 200 in multiple countries.

09:41 Working at ConsenSys: Ryan discusses his current work at ConsenSys, a blockchain technology company and parent of MetaMask.

19:21 Decentralized Identity and Digital Wallets: The importance of decentralized identity and the influence of digital wallets on our everyday lives are discussed.

29:21 The Impact of NFTs: Ryan and Zach delve into the potential impact of NFTs when adopted by the masses, including in the realm of consumer interaction.

39:41 Navigating through Chaos: Ryan describes his experience of providing direction and creating order in the dynamic and rapidly-evolving environment of ConsenSys.

49:11 Looking Towards the Future: In the closing stages of the interview, Ryan talks about his vision for the future of Web 3.0, digital wallets, and the crypto space.

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My guest today is Jeff Kauffman Jr., founder of Jump News and Parachute, two brands leading the way in marketing for web3. Jeff has a storied history in the marketing agency world, having worked on many massive brands including Chick-fil-a’s famous cow ads. He has used that experience to build Jump as the premium web3 marketing community for brand marketers, agency professionals, and entrepreneurs who are passionate about the space. We talk about the evolution of web3 and the Jump community, and most excitingly we discuss Jump News 2.0 and the future of content creation in web3.

We Discuss...

Web 3.0 and Connections: Jeff Kauffman suggests that the core of Web 3.0 is about creating deeper connections between people and decentralizing the internet.

The Role of Social Tokens: Social tokens provide a novel way for communities to interact and form connections, offering more significant value representation than traditional likes or follows.

Non-fungible Tokens (NFTs) and Social Graphs: NFTs can create unique social graphs, offering valuable insights to brands and product builders, and fostering personalized experiences for users.

Future of Tech Interaction: The future of how people interact with technology isn't necessarily a replication of existing platforms (like a Twitter clone) but might be a completely new approach leveraging the benefits of blockchain and Web 3.0.

Accelerating the Industry with Jump News: Jeff envisions Jump News as a platform that will push the blockchain and crypto industry forward by attracting thought leaders and contributors who can provide high-level insights.

Impact of AI on Web 3.0: AI technology is accelerating the need for Web 3.0, highlighting the importance of decentralization and personal ownership on the web.

Distinction between AI and Web 3.0: Although often grouped together, AI and Web 3.0 are different. AI can exist without decentralization and user ownership, characteristics that are central to Web 3.0.

Creation of Global Brands: The combination of AI and Web 3.0 technologies could lead to the creation of global brands, some of which might surpass current Fortune 500 companies in size and influence.

Fast-paced Evolution of Brands: In the future, the scale and influence of brands could grow at an unprecedented rate, with top brands being created in a short period, thanks to the advancements in Web 3.0 and AI.

Role of Community in Web 3.0: The future of Web 3.0 lies in the power of the community, with user-centric experiences becoming more important than ever.

The Importance of Thought Leadership in Web 3.0: Jeff emphasizes the need for thought leaders in the blockchain space to accelerate innovation and push the industry forward.

Web 3.0 and Real-World Change: The advancement of Web 3.0 is not just a digital phenomenon, but it also has the potential to create real-world changes, impacting products, services, and global brands.

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My guest today is Adrian Pocobelli (https://twitter.com/pocobelli ), who has an amazing show on YouTube called Artist Journal where he dives deep into digital art and artists (https://www.youtube.com/@pocobelli ). He also hosts his show as spaces for Rug Radio, the iconic Web3-native media brand. His journey as an artist began on an iPhone 6s on apps he still uses today. In this episode, we dive into the differences between art culture in North America and Berlin, and go on many other tangents inside and outside of web3. Adrian is just the type of person we need in Web3 for it to truly thrive.

We Discuss:

The power of digital tools in expanding artistic capabilities, allowing creators to blend traditional art elements with digital features, resulting in a unique artistic expression.

The challenges of digital art, especially its ephemeral nature and vulnerability to replication.

Adrian's creative process demonstrates a fusion of traditional techniques and digital tools, highlighting the importance of adaptability in a rapidly changing artistic landscape.

Adrian discusses the transformative power of blockchain and NFTs in democratizing art distribution, breaking down barriers for artists and providing new platforms for showcasing their work.

Inspiration, according to Adrian, can come from any corner of life, reinforcing the idea that creativity is not a confined concept but a holistic experience that integrates various life aspects.

The emergence of Web3 has resulted in a more accessible and democratic art scene, changing the way we experience and interact with art, says Adrian.

Adrian's optimistic outlook for the future of digital art underscores his belief in the long-term potential of the digital economy, emphasizing its role in enhancing art's visibility and sustainability.

Adrian describes Web 3 as "youthful and optimistic," emphasizing the positive drive and innovative mindset of those engaged in this new digital landscape.

Chapters

0:00 Adrian’s Background

10:49 Berlin vs North American Art Culture

19:48 Adrian’s Web3 Inflection Point - Finance not Art

26:01 Adrian's Experience with Community and Selling Art

33:00 Art without Borders or Barriers to Entry

41:30 Accessibility and UX in Web3 vs TradFi

46:10 Adrian’s Show, Self-Awareness and Psychedelics

59:55 The Future of Digital Art and Adrian's Role in It

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