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Inside Arculus: Hardware, Yield Flows, and the Future of Secure Wallets | Ep 412
25 Nov 2025
01:47:38
Goodnow revolutionariesā
Today on The Rise Up Morning Show we welcomed back Dr. Adam Lowe, founder of Arculus, for a deeply technical session on what still holds crypto adoption back. We focused on the real frictions users feel daily: on-ramps that break across geographies, confusing security models, hard custody choices, and a rising wave of scams hitting retail users at scale.
Adam walked us through how Arculus tackles these bottlenecks with rate aggregation, global-friendly on-ramps, and cold-storage UX built for normal people instead of experts. From there the conversation moved into passkeys, embedded banking, account abstraction, and why removing visible complexity will carry the next wave of users onchain.
We dove into fears around government seizure, subpoenas, backdoors, and why true self-custody only works when hardware physically cannot comply. Adam broke down the realities of compliance requests and why cryptographic design must dictate whatās possible, not policy pressure.
We closed with the modern threat landscape: dusting, address poisoning, signature traps, recovery options, and the habits that keep users safe as scams grow more sophisticated. The session ended with institutional custody, multiparty access, and a preview of what Arculus aims to ship in 2026, from B2B integrations to yield flows to white-label wallet technology for onboarding millions securely.
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š»RISE UP AFTER DARKšĀ LIVE Wednesdays @ 7p central DYOR and BYOB for casual Q&A, fun with expert guests, and altcoin research.
šRISE UP MARKET WATCHš¤ LIVE Mondays @ 7p central Technical analysis, real macro insight, and practical takeaways to help you invest smarter in every market.
āļø TRUST ISSUES š§Ā LIVE Tuesdays @ 6:30p central Breaking down U.S. crypto policy, regulation, and legislationāwhat they mean for the industry and what comes next.
Base, Builders, and the Bubble: Why Crypto Keeps Missing the Moment | Ep 409
19 Nov 2025
00:55:51
Goodnow revolutionariesā
Alex and Will held down the fort while Evan recovered from a late night in Buenos Aires. The show opened light with weather talk and a few moon cycle jokes before shifting into the charts. They mapped out potential volatility around the upcoming Fed minutes and NVIDIA earnings, walked through Solana levels, and talked stablecoin yields and how to manage positions when the market refuses to pick a direction.
With much of the episode weaving around Base: They broke down developer sentiment, incentives, distribution, and why crypto continues to struggle expanding beyond its own bubble. They revisited early experiences with Base, highlighted how ecosystems misallocate resources, and explained why marketing, distribution, and real applications will always outperform burns, hype, and token mechanics.
The conversation widened to chain competition, gamingās ongoing VC distortion problem, and how repeating the same growth playbook is keeping the entire space stagnant. Closing with real bright spots: Polygonās Revolut integration and Arculus teaming with ChainAbuse to improve scam reporting and user protection.
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š»RISE UP AFTER DARKšĀ LIVE Wednesdays @ 7p central DYOR and BYOB for casual Q&A, fun with expert guests, and altcoin research.
šRISE UP MARKET WATCHš¤ LIVE Mondays @ 7p central Technical analysis, real macro insight, and practical takeaways to help you invest smarter in every market.
āļø TRUST ISSUES š§Ā LIVE Tuesdays @ 6:30p central Breaking down U.S. crypto policy, regulation, and legislationāwhat they mean for the industry and what comes next.
$25K Polygon Rewards + AI, ICP, and Cold Wallet Wisdom | Ep 402
06 Nov 2025
01:08:12
Goodnow revolutionariesā
Today on the Rise Up Morning Show, Evan and Alex underscore that you can win your share of $25,000 (or more) through December by posting Polygon-related content on your socials and how Rise Up can help you do it.
A listener question about $DASH sparked a blast from the past and a conversation on what to do when a token pumpsāhow to trade the hype even if you donāt want to hold long-term. Then we turned to AI breakthroughs, exploring Sora 2 and CaffeineAI: agents can now build things for you, before asking whether a killer AI app could keep ICP afloat after its 100% rally this week (and why you might still want to stay cautious).
We closed on cold storageāis one device enough?ābefore riding our dogs and ponies into the sunset for the Circle After Show.
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š»RISE UP AFTER DARKšĀ LIVE Wednesdays @ 7p central DYOR and BYOB for casual Q&A, fun with expert guests, and altcoin research.
šRISE UP MARKET WATCHš¤ LIVE Mondays @ 7p central Technical analysis, real macro insight, and practical takeaways to help you invest smarter in every market.
āļø TRUST ISSUES š§Ā LIVE Tuesdays @ 6:30p central Breaking down U.S. crypto policy, regulation, and legislationāwhat they mean for the industry and what comes next.
ETH in Corporate Treasuries, ISO Token Hype, & the Bitcoin 8-Year Cycle? | Ep 340
15 Jul 2025
01:32:15
Goodnow, revolutionariesā
Today on The Rise Up Morning Show, we cover a packed slate of crypto news, updates, and practical education for learners at every level.
We kick things off with the rising trend of corporate ETH treasuries, spotlighting Sharplinkās recent decision to hold Ethereum on their balance sheet. Then we move to Washington, where Crypto Week in Congress brings momentum to legislation like the GENIUS Act, the CLARITY Act, and a new anti-CBDC surveillance billāwe explore what these bills mean, and where they stand now.
We also unpack yesterdayās news that FedWire is adopting ISO 20022 messaging standardsā¦ so, why arenāt the so-called "ISO tokens" pumping?Ā
PLUS: Ā ā We walk through how to check your Katana rewards ā Will makes a case for upgrading the concept of Bitcoinās ā4-Year Cycleā to an 8-Year Supercycle ā An explosion ofĀ $PUMP perps/optionsĀ and what it might mean for their rumored airdrop ā Our favorite news sources and newsletters (links below) ā Audience questions about exchanges, self-custody wallets, and common scam tactics
Whether you're wondering what to buy, where to store it, or what it all meansāget ready to Rise Up!
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š»RISE UP AFTER DARKšĀ LIVE Wednesdays @ 7p central DYOR and BYOB for casual Q&A, fun with expert guests, and altcoin research.
šRISE UP MARKET WATCHš¤ LIVE Mondays @ 7p central Technical analysis, real macro insight, and practical takeaways to help you invest smarter in every market.
āļø TRUST ISSUES š§Ā LIVE Tuesdays @ 6:30p central Breaking down U.S. crypto policy, regulation, and legislationāwhat they mean for the industry and what comes next.
All-Time Highs & Onchain Netflix? Rad TV + Why Bitcoin Wonāt Stop Climbing | Ep 339
14 Jul 2025
01:39:15
Goodnow, revolutionariesā
Today on the Rise Up Morning Show, weāre joined by Cameron from Rad TV (https://radtv.com | x.com/radNFTV), the onchain streaming service changing how content is created, distributed, and monetized. Think Netflix meets YouTube, with ownership baked in. We talk about the future of content, the role NFTs play in empowering both creators and viewers, and how YOU can get involved in Radās growing community.
PLUS: Ā ā Bitcoin hits another all-time high ($123,500 overnight!) and Will explains whatās driving it (and why itās not just hype) ā Alex dives into a CaliforniaĀ property lawĀ that has people concerned that central powers can seize your crypto ā The team breaks down how to take profits like a pro: when, how, and what to consider when exiting positions
Join us LIVE tonight on the Rise Up Market Watch (7p central) for more tools to navigate the future of crypto and capital.
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š»RISE UP AFTER DARKšĀ LIVE Wednesdays @ 7p central DYOR and BYOB for casual Q&A, fun with expert guests, and altcoin research.
šRISE UP MARKET WATCHš¤ LIVE Mondays @ 7p central Technical analysis, real macro insight, and practical takeaways to help you invest smarter in every market.
āļø TRUST ISSUES š§Ā LIVE Tuesdays @ 6:30p central Breaking down U.S. crypto policy, regulation, and legislationāwhat they mean for the industry and what comes next.
Altcoin Season? BTC Dominance Signals a Shift + How to Win on a Losing Position | Ep 338
10 Jul 2025
01:44:24
Goodnow, revolutionariesā
Weāre still riding the wave of yesterdayās Bitcoin all-time high, and todayās show is packed with practical education for crypto learners of all levels.
Alex kicks things off with a workshop on how to take profitsāeven on a position in the redāby capitalizing on volatility and tracking longterm trends. We break it down using Ethereum and Solana as case studies to show how smart moves in a sideways market can still bring gains.
Then Will joins to answer one of our most frequently-asked questions: wen altcoin season?! He shares what the reversal in Bitcoin dominance might mean for altcoinsāand we pull up the charts on Chainlink, Algorand, and Virtuals to spot signals that could point to upside opportunities.
We also: ā Answer audience questions about XCN and ZBEC ā Break down what Layer 1, Layer 2, and Layer 3 actually mean ā Compare self-custody to centralized exchanges like Coinbase ā And wrap with a live Q&A on private keys, plus a powerful discussion on why crypto matters in the first place
If youāve ever struggled to explain why people might care about cryptoāthis is the episode to share.
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ā THE RISE UP MORNING SHOWāļø LIVE Monday - Thursday @ 7a central Helpful web3 news, commentary, & answers to your crypto questions.
š»RISE UP AFTER DARKšĀ LIVE Wednesdays @ 7p central DYOR and BYOB for casual Q&A, fun with expert guests, and altcoin research.
šRISE UP MARKET WATCHš¤ LIVE Mondays @ 7p central Technical analysis, real macro insight, and practical takeaways to help you invest smarter in every market.
āļø TRUST ISSUES š§Ā LIVE Tuesdays @ 6:30p central Breaking down U.S. crypto policy, regulation, and legislationāwhat they mean for the industry and what comes next.
Skincare, Cybersecurity, & Crypto Cards with Violet + A New Bitcoin All-Time High | Ep 40 š»š
10 Jul 2025
02:00:24
Goodnow, revolutionariesā
Tonight we got ourselves an āŖš¶ ā¬all-time high!āŖ š¶ for Bitcoin and welcome a very special guest: Violet (@ultra_violetsss on TikTok)ācybersecurity pro, chief skincare officer, rising crypto trader, and (yep) Willās girlfriend.
We talk: ā Her life with Will & behind-the-scenes stories ā Skincare alpha (no beef tallow, yes Instant Angel) ā XRP, Circle, and whoās the better trader? ā How content creation has earned her foodie cred in Boston's restaurant scene
PLUS we answer your crypto questions: ā The history of payment cards in crypto, Coinbase's cards vs others, and the tradeoffs between credit and debit ā What is a wrapped asset (how can you use them to participate in Bitcoin DeFi)? ā What weād do with $10,000 to invest right now ā Our top resources for learning crypto
Congrats to Robert Steckler & Roy for winning tonightās prize! Send us a message in the Rise Up Discord to claim!Ā
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š»RISE UP AFTER DARKšĀ LIVE Wednesdays @ 7p central DYOR and BYOB for casual Q&A, fun with expert guests, and altcoin research.
šRISE UP MARKET WATCHš¤ LIVE Mondays @ 7p central Technical analysis, real macro insight, and practical takeaways to help you invest smarter in every market.
āļø TRUST ISSUES š§Ā LIVE Tuesdays @ 6:30p central Breaking down U.S. crypto policy, regulation, and legislationāwhat they mean for the industry and what comes next.
Hooked on Krak, Hacked on Signal, & a Turtle Club Tutorial (a Crypto Kind of Morning) | Ep 337
09 Jul 2025
01:43:10
Goodnow, revolutionariesā
Todayās episode is a whirlwind of laughter, learning, and a little identity theft. Evan & Alex kick things off with a story about Secretary Marco Rubio getting impersonated on Signalāfinally, policymakers have a taste of what it feels like to be a crypto creator in the scam era.
We cover: Ā ā the Pump.Fun token launch leakĀ by Gate.io and how to get information on the actual drop ā a hilarious ad for a shelter dog ā Krakenās new appĀ that's got Alex hooked on Krak for real-time, no-fee crypto payments ā a live tutorial on how to use Turtle ClubĀ for smarter DeFi yield to boost your Katana earnings ā and some essential advice for cold wallet security in an age of phishing, misinformation, and scams.
If you're curious about crypto, new to DeFi, or want to understand the real-world tools that are reshaping the way we move money and manage identityāthis episode is a must.
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š»RISE UP AFTER DARKšĀ LIVE Wednesdays @ 7p central DYOR and BYOB for casual Q&A, fun with expert guests, and altcoin research.
šRISE UP MARKET WATCHš¤ LIVE Mondays @ 7p central Technical analysis, real macro insight, and practical takeaways to help you invest smarter in every market.
āļø TRUST ISSUES š§Ā LIVE Tuesdays @ 6:30p central Breaking down U.S. crypto policy, regulation, and legislationāwhat they mean for the industry and what comes next.
Remix, Rebrands & Raising Web3 VC with Charlie Blackstock | Ep 336
08 Jul 2025
01:38:29
Goodnow, revolutionariesā
This morning we welcome back friend of the show Charlie Blackstock (@0xChuckstock), fresh off the Farcade ā Remix rebrand, to break down why he believes the future of web3 gaming is social, simple, and shareableāand how Remix is leading the charge.
We got into: ā The new Remix trailer and how it reframes the mission ā How Charlie successfully raised from Lemnis, Variant, and Base ā Tips for other founders trying to pitch effectively and get funded ā What makes a good early-stage web3 gaming product
Then, we opened up the comments to tackle your top questions: ā What wallets do we use and recommend (and why)? ā Whatās really going on with airdrops (and how can you get in)? ā Whatās the best way to get started in crypto in 2025 without getting scammed or overwhelmed? ā Crypto policy? What's next for lawmakers and how to stay up-to-date
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š»RISE UP AFTER DARKšĀ LIVE Wednesdays @ 7p central DYOR and BYOB for casual Q&A, fun with expert guests, and altcoin research.
šRISE UP MARKET WATCHš¤ LIVE Mondays @ 7p central Technical analysis, real macro insight, and practical takeaways to help you invest smarter in every market.
āļø TRUST ISSUES š§Ā LIVE Tuesdays @ 6:30p central Breaking down U.S. crypto policy, regulation, and legislationāwhat they mean for the industry and what comes next.
Introducing Market Watch: Tariffs, Rapid-fire Charting, + Is Bitcoin... Gold's Altcoin? | Ep 001šš¤
08 Jul 2025
01:04:00
In the premiere episode of Rise Up: Market Watch, Will & Doug kick things off with a macro deep-diveāstarting with tariffs, the dollar, and the stock market, before turning their sights to gold and Bitcoin.
And something wild is happeningā¦ The gold chart and the Bitcoin chart? Nearly identical.
The guys break down the implications of this setupāand ask the big question: What if gold is the new Bitcoin... and Bitcoin is now the new altcoin?
Youāll get: - Macro updates with charts and context - A sector sweep across major altcoins - Live chart requests from the community (SP500, GOLD, BTC, BTC.D, DXY, US10Y, FARTCOIN, SEI, ALGO, VET, IMX, SUI, SILVER)
Join us weekly for technical analysis, real macro insight, and practical takeaways to help you invest smarter in every market.
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š»RISE UP AFTER DARKšĀ LIVE Wednesdays @ 7p central DYOR and BYOB for casual Q&A, fun with expert guests, and altcoin research.
šRISE UP MARKET WATCHš¤ LIVE Mondays @ 7p central Technical analysis, real macro insight, and practical takeaways to help you invest smarter in every market.
āļø TRUST ISSUES š§Ā LIVE Tuesdays @ 6:30p central Breaking down U.S. crypto policy, regulation, and legislationāwhat they mean for the industry and what comes next.
"Sandman" Joe Mangrum: Ephemeral Art with Eternal Impact, NFTs, Apes, & Tools for Creators | Ep 335
07 Jul 2025
01:41:17
Goodnow, revolutionariesā
Today we welcome artist Joe Mangrum to the show! Joeās ephemeral sand paintings have taken him across the globeāincluding to Sesame Streetāand for several years he's brought the same creative spirit onchain. We dive into his journey from physical art to NFTs, the story behind his Bored Ape alter ego āChef Pancho Poppins,ā and how heās using digital tools to enhance provenance and bridge the gap between physical and digital work.
Joe shares practical tools for artists exploring onchain creativity, like Manifold Studio and Glyphāand tells us how you can support his upcoming book release with crypto or fiat.
In the second half of the show, Will gives an update on tariffs, Alex shares his frustration over the U.S. administration's approach to foreign policy (and the new TikTok app), and the team breaks down the movement of a dormant whale wallet that sent 10,000 BTC in one transaction.
Donāt forget: Rise Up: Market Watch goes live TONIGHT at 7pm CT / 12am UTCājoin Will & Doug for clear, practical insights on macro trends, technical analysis, and how big-picture forces impact crypto.
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Joe Mangrum: https://x.com/joemangrum | https://linktr.ee/joemangrum | https://joemangrum.com Joe on Sesame Street: https://vimeo.com/59624902?p=1s Chef Pancho Poppins: https://x.com/panchopoppins | https://panchopoppins.com NFT Tools for Artists: https://useglyph.io | https://manifold.xyz Preorder Joeās Book (crypto): https://app.blever.xyz/drops/installations-and-sand-paintings Preorder Joeās Book (fiat): https://www.joemangrum.com/product/pre-order-installations-sand-box-set/
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š»RISE UP AFTER DARKšĀ LIVE Wednesdays @ 7p central DYOR and BYOB for casual Q&A, fun with expert guests, and altcoin research.
šRISE UP MARKET WATCHš¤ LIVE Mondays @ 7p central Technical analysis, real macro insight, and practical takeaways to help you invest smarter in every market.
āļø TRUST ISSUES š§Ā LIVE Tuesdays @ 6:30p central Breaking down U.S. crypto policy, regulation, and legislationāwhat they mean for the industry and what comes next.
Bitcoin Eyes a New ATH, Jobs Data, & VC Tactics with (DJ?) William Quigley | Ep 334
03 Jul 2025
01:55:31
Goodnow, revolutionariesā
Bitcoin is flirting with new all-time highs, and the vibes are bullish.
This morning, we: - Break down the Bitcoin & Ethereum liquidation heatmaps and explain how smart traders use them to anticipate market moves - Unpack the U.S. jobs report (good newsāno stagflation in sight!)
Then, fan favorite William Quigley (co-founder of Tether & Wax, and yes, possibly a DJ) returns to drop some remixed investor wisdom:
ā The differences between retail, hedge fund, and venture investing (and the edge retail investors have that VCs donāt) ā The two types of startups that should raise money and those who shouldnāt ā His take on Rise Upās business model and how heād grow the show if he were us ā Tactical tips from decades of success in crypto, venture, and beyond
Itās the kind of episode where you leave smarter than you came in, and maybe a little more bullish too.
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š»RISE UP AFTER DARKšĀ LIVE Wednesdays @ 7p central DYOR and BYOB for casual Q&A, fun with expert guests, and altcoin research.
šRISE UP MARKET WATCHš¤ LIVE Mondays @ 7p central Technical analysis, real macro insight, and practical takeaways to help you invest smarter in every market.
āļø TRUST ISSUES š§Ā LIVE Tuesdays @ 6:30p central Breaking down U.S. crypto policy, regulation, and legislationāwhat they mean for the industry and what comes next.
Crypto Q&A with Polygon + Aptos (feat. Katana, Shelby & More): Metrics That Matter & How to Start Building | Ep 039 š»š
03 Jul 2025
01:47:27
Goodnow, revolutionariesā
Tonight was a true multi-chain moment on Rise Up After Dark, with two sharp builders from some of cryptoās most prominent ecosystems: Ā
š¹ Greg Nazario ā co-founder and Head of DevRel at Aptos š¶ Nill ā growth & BD at Polygon
We gave each guest the floor to pitch the other on what their team is buildingāthen encouraged their questions, suggestions, good jokes, words of wisdom, & a little friendly TPS (transactions per second) smack talk.
Also in this episode: ā A helpful breakdown of TVL (total value locked) vs. productive TVL and how to tell the difference ā Answers to your questions about stablecoin competition āGreg's suggestions for how web developers can start building on blockchain (including an Aptos tooling guide for how to build your first dApp) ā Nill explains Katana token unlock timelines and how to earn yield while waiting ā A shared call for interoperability and a more inclusive internet
And before the night ends, Evan and Alex react live to Remixās (formerly Farcadeās) brand-new rebrand trailerāand itās š„
šø Congrats to tonightās prize winners: Cobie & Ginny! DM us or open a help ticket in Discord to claim yours.
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š»RISE UP AFTER DARKšĀ LIVE Wednesdays @ 7p central DYOR and BYOB for casual Q&A, fun with expert guests, and altcoin research.
šRISE UP MARKET WATCHš¤ LIVE Mondays @ 7p central Technical analysis, real macro insight, and practical takeaways to help you invest smarter in every market.
āļø TRUST ISSUES š§Ā LIVE Tuesdays @ 6:30p central Breaking down U.S. crypto policy, regulation, and legislationāwhat they mean for the industry and what comes next.
Jitoās Approach to DeFi: Understanding DeFi Risk ā Restaking, Loops & Rewards | ep 401
05 Nov 2025
01:33:04
Goodnow revolutionariesā
Today we talk DeFi, governance, and risk as we welcome our newest partner and sponsor, Jito Network!
Alex is joined by Andrew from Jito, who walks us through the mechanics of liquid staking, restaking, loops, and yield optimization while unpacking how protocol governance works and how to think about risk analysis in decentralized systems.
We discuss how staking on Solana is evolving, why governance participation matters, and what separates responsible DeFi design from reckless risk. Whether youāre a builder, investor, or curious user, this conversation will help you understand the foundations of yield and how Jito is powering the next wave of transparent, sustainable DeFi.
Thank you to Jito for powering The Rise Up Morning Show!
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š»RISE UP AFTER DARKšĀ LIVE Wednesdays @ 7p central DYOR and BYOB for casual Q&A, fun with expert guests, and altcoin research.
šRISE UP MARKET WATCHš¤ LIVE Mondays @ 7p central Technical analysis, real macro insight, and practical takeaways to help you invest smarter in every market.
āļø TRUST ISSUES š§Ā LIVE Tuesdays @ 6:30p central Breaking down U.S. crypto policy, regulation, and legislationāwhat they mean for the industry and what comes next.
The Big Beautiful Bill & the Case for Onchain Governance | Ep 333
03 Jul 2025
01:29:34
Goodnow, revolutionariesā
Today we take you deep inside what at least one person calls the āBig Beautiful Billāāa major piece of U.S. legislation with massive implications for the deficit and the future of financial governance in the U.S.
We break down: ā Whatās actually in the bill (and whatās not) ā Why it passed the Senate, where it goes next ā Whether this is a real step forwardāor just more political theater
Then, we zoom out for a bigger conversation to ask whatās broken about U.S. governance?Ā Can crypto offer a better way? And what might a new system look like?
Also in this episode: ā Will unveils plans for the new Rise Up Media Instagram (rebranding his personal account in the name of service!) ā And a macro bombshell: Is the Fed finally poised to cut rates? We unpack what it meansāand define stagflation in plain English.
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š»RISE UP AFTER DARKšĀ LIVE Wednesdays @ 7p central DYOR and BYOB for casual Q&A, fun with expert guests, and altcoin research.
šRISE UP MARKET WATCHš¤ LIVE Mondays @ 7p central Technical analysis, real macro insight, and practical takeaways to help you invest smarter in every market.
āļø TRUST ISSUES š§Ā LIVE Tuesdays @ 6:30p central Breaking down U.S. crypto policy, regulation, and legislationāwhat they mean for the industry and what comes next.
Robinhoodās L2 vs Krakenās Tokenized Stocks + Rise Up Announces a New Show | Ep 332
03 Jul 2025
01:30:07
Goodnow, revolutionariesā
Today weāre recapping a huge week in crypto news, major announcements, and the launch of our brand new show!
ā Robinhood is launching their own Layer 2 chainābut what does it mean for users, competitors, and the broader ecosystem? ā Kraken unveils tokenized stock tradingāwe compare the two announcements and what they signal about where TradFi meets DeFi. ā Evan shares his big takeaways (and a little slideshow) from Permissionlessāwhat inspired him, what surprised him, and where he thinks weāre headed next.
PLUS, we give you the inside scoop on our new weekly series Rise Up: Market Watch with Will and Doug covering all things charts, macro, & trading; we review the first episode and preview what's to come (and why itās worth your time).
Come for the news and stay for the insights, jokes, and a constant reminder that you may be earlyā¦ but you're never alone.
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TikTok Extortion, AI Life Hacks, and Stablecoin Yield | Ep 038š»š
03 Jul 2025
01:45:37
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Time for your crypto questions!
We open this After Dark episode with a rapid-fire recap of the TikTok extortion drama, then pivot into AI life toolsāfrom custom health planning to smarter diet advice.
Zebec's TikTok-fueled rise and fall makes a cameo, and we dig into the weird gray area between digital and physical collectibles, like Uniswapās trading cards and the growing call for true phygital assets.
Then, Will breaks down current market trends, and Alex gives a reality check on crypto shilling (XRP mentioned, hear our takes). We also cover the GENIUS Actās impact on stablecoin yield, and unpack what types of yield actually exist in crypto, before closing out with Maple Finance's TVL spike and what that might mean for SYRUP.
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What Is Investing (vs. Speculating, Gambling) in Crypto? | Ep 331
03 Jul 2025
01:01:29
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What does real investing look like in a space that runs on hype with a short attention span?
In this episode, we break down what distinguishes a legitimate long-term investment in crypto from everything elseāhint: most stuff doesn't qualify. From ETF inflows/outflows to staking mechanics, we cover how traditional investing frameworks apply (or donāt) in Web3.
Marinade and Jito get shoutouts as examples of how new protocols are giving us ways to actually use our assets. We also explore venture vs retail investing models, and how DeFi Llama can help you analyze project revenue, fees, and ecosystem health like a pro.
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Shelby (w/Greg from Aptos), Stablecoins, Cold Storage, and Halo LAN Parties | Ep 330
03 Jul 2025
01:14:51
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Stablecoins are having a moment, and for good reason. Why speculate on meme coins when stablecoins offer real utility and a growing user base?
We dive into how they're evolving, why cold storage is a must-have for serious investors, and the risks of leaving long-term bags on centralized exchanges.
Plus, LIVE from Permissionless 2025, Evan and Greg join us to talk about what Aptos is building (spoiler: it's spicy), the Shelby launch, and yesāoriginal Halo LAN setups.
To round things out Will drops a market update, and we collectively try to convince Greg to launch his livestream. Peer pressure: sometimes maybe good.
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Hiding the Wires: Glider, AI Assistants, and Onboarding the Next Wave | Ep 329
03 Jul 2025
00:56:40
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Episode 328 isn't missing, but we've skipped an upload (bad sound, but you can catch the recording on YouTube)
Today, Brian from Glider joins the show to walk us through the origin, mission, and future of the platformāand why the next wave of crypto adoption hinges on abstracting away the tech.
We dig into how Glider and tools like it āhide the wires,ā (a nice little tutorial) making account setup, key management, and on-chain actions feel as seamless as Web2. With Evan in New York for Permissionless 2025, we also explore how AI assistants are being integrated to help onboard TradFi users and crypto-curious newcomersāturning DeFi into something you donāt have to be an engineer to use.
Think: training wheels, but for the future of finance.
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Staking, Switzerland, Bridging Explainers, & Blockchain Explorers: Crypto Made Clear | Ep 327
19 Jun 2025
01:24:58
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Todayās episode is packed with clarity, transparency, and tools to level up your crypto game.
We start with a listener question: āWhatās really happening on Polygonāand are you just hyping it because they sponsor you?ā Evan, Alex, and Will respond honestly and openly about how we select partners, why Polygon deserves the spotlight, and how to think critically about influence, alignment, and integrity in the space.
Then we go hands-on: - A bridge tutorial using app.debridge.finance & staking.polygon.technology - An explanation of blockchain explorers - A friendly bet between Evan & Will over Katana pre-staking content - An explainer on whitelisting, blacklisting, what they actually mean, and friendlier terms to use instead - The GENIUS Act--our takes on when it will become law and whether it's actually helpful - And Willās update on interest rate arbitrage in Switzerlandāaccent included šØš
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The Silk Road to Defi to TikTok, & Why āWomen of Web3ā Is Lazy Marketing w/Brooke Lacey | Ep 037š»š
19 Jun 2025
01:48:00
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Tonight we welcome Brooke Lacey (@brookejlacey on TikTok & X) for a hilarious, wide-ranging, and deeply insightful conversation. We talk about her journey from tech to Bitcoin mining (via Silk Road), why āwomen in web3ā panels are problematic, and how sheās bringing the heat back to content creation with purpose and personality.
Plus: ā Willās macro rant on why influencers need to stop misrepresenting the Fed's role ā Evan "looking for women" & the portrait of Jeff Goldblum in Will's shower ā And our Top 3 DeFi platform picks (belowāyouāll want to write these down for homework!)
Give Brooke a follow and check out DeDevsClub if youāre ready to start building or want to level up your skills as a developer.
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š Pizza DAOās Scrimmy on Decentralizing Joy + A Strategy to Turn Crypto Losses Into Profits | Ep 326
18 Jun 2025
01:29:50
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Today on the Rise Up Morning Show, Young Scrimmage (@youngscrimmage) aka Scrimmy aka Don Scrimmy Jon takes us behind the scenes of PizzaDAOāa decentralized movement with real-world flavor. We talk Bitcoin, pizza toppings, Ninja Turtles, and how you can help take the worldās biggest decentralized pizza party from 420+ cities to 690+ next year šš
If you won our pizza giveaway--congrats! š„³ Send us a DM to claim your prize (and if you didn't win, consider becoming eligible for future giveaways by starting a free premium membership trial š )
After a slice of cold pizza, Will drops a macro update covering U.S. retail sales, unemployment numbers, and the Israel/Iran conflict; shares some technical analysis on Bitcoin dominance and gives updated thoughts on $AERO before riding his dog/pony into the sunset.
Alex & Evan round out the show with the four-year crypto cycle (myth or fact?), some numbers on (still early) institutional adoption, and strategies to make your positions profitable even when theyāre down by capitalizing on volatility.
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Letās F#%&ing MOVE: Greg Nazario on Building Aptos and the Future of Blockchain Dev | Ep 325
17 Jun 2025
01:23:11
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Today, Evanās letting a literal cat out of a literal bag, so Alex and Will hold down the fort through some technical difficulties to welcome one of the most technically excellent guests weāve had yet: Greg Nazarioāfounding engineer at Aptos Labs, top contributor to the Aptos codebase, and now (announced today!) official Head of Developer Relations for the Aptos ecosystem.
We talk about: Ā ā Gregās gaming/streaming past (Runescape fans, youāll love this) Ā ā His work at Facebook/Libra before co-founding Aptos Ā ā What makes the Move language unique (and how to start learning) ā Aptosā dev-friendly culture and ways to get involved (grants, docs, support) ā Aptosā bold builder call to action: LFM ā Letās F#%&ing MOVE
Plus: dev tooling, blockchain gaming, and which Aptos cofounder Greg thinks might be better at video games than he is.
If youāre building in web3āor thinking about itāthis is your sign to start with the links below and give Aptos a try (and tell Greg we sent ya)!
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Rise Up Turns 400: Unlock Protocol Joins Rise Up + Token-Gating, Whale Wins & Wallet Wisdom | Ep 400
04 Nov 2025
01:42:15
Goodnow revolutionariesā
Today marks a milestone: our 400th episode. Evan is joined by Stella and Ceci from Unlock Protocol to announce our new partnership and show how to use Unlock for token-gating events, memberships, and more.
We get to know Stella and Ceciātheir paths into Web3, how it compares to Web2, and how Web3 natives move differently. They walk us through a live demo creating a proof-of-attendance token (POAT) for listeners to claim.
We also spotlight:
The White Whaleās victory over MEXC and $1M+ donation to charities
Polygonās $25K content campaign rewarding creators with merch and prizes
A crypto wallet Q&A
To learn more or claim your poat from todayās show: join us in the community
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Crypto in Wartime? Altcoin ETFs, Dev Activity, & Macro Moves | Ep 324
16 Jun 2025
01:25:52
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What does war mean in a world where blockchains exist?
Today on The Rise Up Morning Show Evan, Alex, and Will wrestle with the rising tension in the Middle East, the crypto implications of conflict, and what real financial sovereignty looks like when the world feels less stable than ever. From military parades sponsored by Coinbase (yes, really) to the stalled GENIUS and Clarity Acts, we question where lawmakers' priorities really lie and address your questions & concerns about the future.
Plus, Will gives a sharp macro preview for the week ahead, and the team dives into the chains with the most developer activity and answers the question: which altcoins are best positioned for the next wave of the ETF era?
This oneās not just charts and coinsāitās a call to think deeper and Rise Up!
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#323 ā Arculus vs Ledger? Dr. Adam Lowe Breaks It Down + Blake Kim: How to Start a Successful DAO
12 Jun 2025
01:29:28
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Today on The Rise Up Morning Show, weāre joined by great guests at the frontiers of crypto progress and self-custody.
First up, Blake Kim (co-founder of Myosin) returns to react to SEC Chair Paul Atkins' bullish remarks from the crypto task force's last meeting. We unpack the optimistic energy and what it means for builders and marketers in the space. Blake shares his own journey launching and managing a DAO, how Myosin supports partners like the Stellar Development Foundation, and why community-led marketing might be the future. (Also, shoutout to the Myosin crewānearly $200K paid out to contributors is huge!)
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#036 ā William Quigley on Stablecoins & What All Great Businesses Share ā Rise Up After Dark š»š
12 Jun 2025
02:04:20
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Tonight on Rise Up After Dark, our friend Aishwary Gupta gets immortalized on the soundboard ("... Correct.") and we are joined once again by one of our favorites: the co-founder of Tether, WAX, aspiring DJ, and venture capitalist extraordinaire--William Quigley!
We kick things off with a review of the Trump x Elon beef, then dive into Circleās IPO news, its surprising valuation, and why William thinks it could go higher. But the main course of the evening is stablecoins: what makes a good one, why most fail, and how to practice making your own (seriouslyāyour homework is to try making your own using MakerDAO and DAI).
William shares lessons from his early days in venture capital, why LIBRA might've been Facebook's biggest flop, and what makes a pitch actually investable.Ā
Itās a rare, funny, candid, and wildly insightful hang with a guy who helped start it allāand is prepping to launch an epic "DJ USDT" sidequest (We're totally kidding... are we?).
š Links from the Episode William Quigley on X ā https://x.com/WilliamEQuigley MakerDAO ā https://makerdao.com DAI Stablecoin ā https://www.makerdao.com/en/dai
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#322 ā Turning Attention Into Income on Polygon: FSL, Katana ā The Rise Up Morning Show ā June 11, 2025
11 Jun 2025
01:38:51
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Todayās episode pulls back the curtain to bring you inside the wild and wonderful world of web3--because we're building a movement, and you're invited!
First up: Chonky from FSL (Stepn, Moorchi) joins to talk sustainable token incentives, shares how he went from community member to BD lead, and drops the news that FSL has partnered with Agora to launch a new stablecoin: $GGUSD. Alex applies his āwine bottleā design theory to the FSL website, and Evan asks "how do you make the incentives sustainable?"
Then in the second half: we welcome Justin (@crypto_texan) from Katana to discuss how they're refreshing mechanics from the history of DeFi with powerful partnerships & liquidity flywheels to create a new kind of blockchain network. We answer audience questions about staking $POL to earn $KAT, participating in Krate Drops, and how to get involved before mainnet launches at the end of June.
Will closes the show with some CPI/PPI inflation updates, and Evan teases whatās ahead for tonightās episode of Rise Up After Dark with returning guest and fan favorite: William Quigley.
Whether you're new to crypto or looking to go deeper, this episode is a masterclass in how to turn your attention into income and build social capital in onchain ecosystems.
š Links from the Show Chonky ā https://x.com/lolnooonono FSL ā https://fsl.com | https://x.com/fslweb3 FSL x Agora Announcement ā https://x.com/fslweb3/status/1932754846173556912 Stepn ā https://stepn.com | https://linktr.ee/STEPNGOofficial | https://x.com/stepnofficial Justin ā https://x.com/crypto_texan Katana ā https://katana.network | https://app.katana.network | https://x.com/katana Katana Discord ā https://discord.gg/nHU8Hgww8v Getting Started w/ Katana ā https://katana.network/blog/wake-up-samurai-katana-is-here
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#321 ā "...Correct": Polygon's Payment Takeover w/Global Head of Payments, Exchanges, & RWA Aishwary Gupta ā Rise Up Morning Show ā June 10, 2025
10 Jun 2025
01:21:00
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Stablecoin rails ā Ā Onramp/offramps ā Ā Liquidity ā Ā Real world asset infrastructure ā Ā World domination... āļø?Ā
Todayās guest Aishwary Gupta (head of payments, exchanges, RWAs; head of BD for India at Polygon Labs; previously American Express... you get the gist, he's legit) unpacks how Polygon is continuing the work to lead the onchain payment movement, make global inroads to consumers and institutions, and make it all as easy as using a credit card... without the extraction. He also compares Polygon's approach to other chains (Ripple, Stellar) and previews where they're headed next. As far as interviews go, this one's a banger ("... Correct.")
Plus, we answer your questions about staking (is it ok to do from a cold wallet?); share job opportunities in crypto; and go deeper on the Polymarket/X partnership by exploring why prediction markets like Polymarket matter (and how to participate).
Tomorrow, the "Powered by Polygon" goodness continues as we welcome FSL (Stepn, Gas Hero) and Katana to the show!
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#320 ā Becoming a Web3 Developer w/Zara of Metana ā Rise Up Morning Show ā June 6, 2025
09 Jun 2025
01:30:19
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Todayās episode starts with Evan & Will going head-to-head in a Battle of the Boards while Alex takes a personal day (you can support him/his family by showing some love to Lovable Paws Rescue ā¤ļøš¾).
Our featured guest is Zara from Metana, an inspiring, accessible web3 education platform helping everyday peopleāeven with zero coding or STEM backgroundābecome blockchain developers. We talk about their approach, how to get started for free, "vibe coding," and even tease a possible Rise Up x Metana collab š
Later, Will shares macro indicators worth watching this week, Evan gives some music lore from his past, and, somehow, the guys end up doing dueling Arnold Schwarzenegger impressions ("Get to the choppa! EGHLAUAUUU!!")
Tomorrow, Alex returnsāand weāve got a STACKED week of guests you wonāt want to miss:
TUES: Aishwary Gupta - DeFi Chief of Staff @ Polygon Labs WED: Louis "Chonky" Edwards of FSL (Stepn token etc.--they have a big announcement before the show he said); AND Justin "Crypto_Texan" from Katana THURS: Blake from Myosin; and Dr. Adam Lowe, co-founder of Arculus AFTER DARK: William Quigley returns
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#319 ā No Dolphin, No Cry: Will in Street Clothes, Circle, Capital Gains ā Rise Up Morning Show ā June 5, 2025
05 Jun 2025
01:14:52
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For the first time this week on the Rise Up Morning Show, Will shows up in street clothes, and everyone is up in arms: āWhy no dolphin costume?ā āWhereās the blue banana?!ā
Dressed like a regular guy, Will debunks the rumors of Jerome Powellās departure and relays the monthās employment data. The crew dives into Circleās better-than-expected IPO ($CRCL), JPMorganās exploration of crypto as part of net worth reporting, World Liberty Financialās USD1 airdrop, and Pakistanās plan to use excess energy for Bitcoin mining.
We also clear up common crypto tax misconceptions and preview whatās coming next for Rise Upāincluding our grants accelerator and content creator/education cohorts. And of course, we shout out other creators doing great work (like investor.Antwan, F.E.A.R. Crypto, & Polygon CEO Marc Boiron--now officially on TikTok).
Thanks, as always, for being the best part of what we do!
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#035 ā Patent Pending Ponzinomics w/Emily Herrick ā Rise Up After Dark š»š
05 Jun 2025
02:28:08
Tonight we celebrate Emily Herrickās return to the show by diving into a wide-ranging, wildly entertaining conversation about all things crypto.
We break down: ā What good grant programs look like (and how to fix bad ones) ā Ponzinomics: when theyāre brilliant, when theyāre broken, and how to tell the difference ā A history lesson on Olympus DAO (OM) ā Tokenomics/Ponzinomics Breakdown: Raydium vs Morpho vs Maple Finance (and how Emily would hack Maple š)Ā
PLUS:
ā Could Willās new-found dolphin fame prompt him to go solo? ā The cultural literacy gap: āYou donāt know Labubu??ā ā And a big question from Neal: what would it look like if crypto failedāor succeeded? Spoiler: it all comes down to incentives.
Plus, find out who wins the game of Dings & Gwumps and secures a prize forĀ premium member @ eaaymoneyĀ š
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#318 ā $TRUMP, Pump, (More) Airdrops, and zkTLS with Dawufi ā Rise Up Morning Show ā June 4, 2025
04 Jun 2025
01:35:26
Goodnow, revolutionariesā
Will (aka Flipper, "Free Willy") kicks things off with a market update, and Alex drops two more platforms offering confirmed airdrops for $POL stakers (with a little screenshare overview for good measure--links below).
Then we talk pump.funās $1B token sale and what it means for Solana culture before welcoming our friend Dawufi to the show. "Thot leader" and vibe architect at Opacity, he breaks down zkTLS, what it means for privacy and freedom online, and some of the cool products & projects bringing the benefits of zero-knowledge to life.
Plus, we discuss Magic Eden's confusing announcement about the $TRUMP wallet and the overlooked benefits of Saratoga water (yes, really) because, you know, we're all about culture and keeping the internet weird--I mean, free... weird and free.
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#317 ā More Dolphins, Staking, Airdrops, & TradFiās Dance with Crypto ā Rise Up Morning Show ā June 3, 2025
03 Jun 2025
01:17:45
Goodnow, revolutionariesā
The dolphin suit is back (OpenSea are you watching this?!) and the guys dive into some rapid fire headlines that surface how TradFi continues to make waves in crypto.
We break down:
ETFs - inflows, outflows, and how a Solana product could shift the market
How to buy a Bitcoin ETFĀ (and why you might)
Buying stocks like Strategy and 21 Capital - companies acquiring BTC - as a strategic play
Criticisms of Coinbase and how users can get help
Community questions on airdrops, staking, and DeFi strategies
Plus a no-trade DeFi play for going long on Bitcoin from Crypto Twitterās "Tulip King" Mikey Kremer
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Flying Solo: Mining Myths, SBF Returns, MegaETH, & The Best Wallet for You | Ep 399
03 Nov 2025
01:13:56
Goodnow revolutionariesā
Today, Evan flew solo to deliver the latest crypto headlines and answer your questions live. We talked about the re-emergence of Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF), his latest claims, and journalist David Morrisā sharp response. We covered the MegaETH token saleāhow early access really works, how to spot promising projects before they blow up, and what āgetting in earlyā actually means.
A listener asked about Bitcoin miningāare the miners being advertised online legit, and can solo miners still earn real Bitcoin rewards? We broke it down, then jumped into a tutorial of Jupiter and (what else?) DeFiLlama, showing how to find and compare the best yield opportunities across DeFi platforms.
We wrapped with a discussion on walletsāwhich oneās the best, what āhotā vs ācoldā really means, and why your choice of network (Ethereum, Solana, Bitcoin, or others) affects where your tokens live and what you can do with them.
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#316 ā $POL Staking Tutorial + Free Willy š¬ ā The Rise Up Morning Show ā June 2, 2025
03 Jun 2025
01:11:02
Goodnow, revolutionariesā
Usually, The Rise Up Morning Show dives deep, but today Will takes it literally and joins in a dolphin suit š¬ā the porpoise? His main TikTok account @coin_guide is appealing a ban, so heās raising awareness for his alt: @dolphin_coin_guide. Make sure to follow him there for crypto-meets-flipper fun!
After addressing the dolphin in the room, we swim through todayās macro news:
Rumors about Jerome Powellās potential departure
Bitcoin Whale James Wynnās big liquidation makes a splash
Plus, the guys share a live tutorial on staking $POL tokens to secure the network and earn airdropsāfeaturing Katana, Billions, and Miden.
If you've got a crypto wallet and some $POL, Follow along as we show you how to: 1ļøā£ Use the Polygon bridge 2ļøā£ Choose a validator 3ļøā£ Stake your tokens in a few clicks 4ļøā£ Earn free tokens from community airdrops
To wrap up, weāre joined by Nill from Polygon Labs, who shares extra pro tips for POL users looking to maximize staking and rewards.
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#034 ā Airdrops, Katana & Crypto Marketing with Ruto of Polygon Labs - Rise Up After Darkš»š
29 May 2025
02:05:58
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On this edition of Rise Up After Dark, Will and Alex host Ruto from Polygon to dive deep into the current pulse of the crypto industry.
They cover:
Airdrop farming strategies: how to stay ahead of the next wave
How to break into the crypto industry and build a meaningful role
A sneak preview of Katana, a powerful new DeFi product suite in Polygonās ecosystem
How crypto companies are navigating marketing in a rapidly evolving landscape
The stark differences between Crypto Twitter and Crypto TikTok conversations
Whether youāre a degen, builder, or just starting out, Rutoās insights will give you a roadmap for thoughtful progress in the wild and wonderful world of web3.
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#314 ā Will, Alex, & the Seventh Circle of Soundboard Hell ā The Rise Up Morning Show ā May 28, 2025
28 May 2025
01:19:38
Goodnow, revolutionariesā
Today chaos (and hilarity) ensue(s) as Will drives the show & debuts his new soundboard, u-turning into impromptu comedy gold. Alex tries his best to keep one hand on the wheel, but "there's no stopping this soul train, baby"
Maybe they recover, maybe they don't, but the guys answer your questions and tackle topics like:
Will BlackRock become an outsized force in crypto? (And what would it mean for the rest of us?)
What does the Circle IPO mean for stablecoins and market stability?
Is the Solana Seeker phone (and SKR token) worth the hype?
Should we accept sponsorshipsāwhat are the ethics of monetizing content in the crypto space? (powered by Polygon, by the way)
P.S. Donāt miss tonightās episode Rise Up After Dark where we host Ruto from Polygon Labs to answer your crypto questions, live at 7 pm central!
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#314 ā Zebec, GENIUS, & Blockchain OG William Quigley ā The Rise Up Morning Show ā May 20, 2025
27 May 2025
02:24:09
Goodnow, revolutionariesā Today the theme is "reunion" on The Rise Up Morning Show as Evan, Alex, & Will are finally back together after Evanās vacation.
We celebrate Bitcon's new all time high; debrief the current status of the GENIUS Act, and debate the implications--whether yield-bearing stablecoins might be on thin ice. Then, a lively discussion on payment streaming and, specifically, Zebec (ZBCN), where Alex does not mince words about refusing to "slobber on [other people's] bags." Plus, Will gives aĀ technical analysis of Bitcoinās climb to its all-time high, breaking down the odd movements that have traders scratching their heads.
In the second half of the show, we welcome a true crypto OGāWilliam Quigley, cofounder of Tether and WAX. William shares his insights on the news of the day, offers a crisp definition of tokenization, shares what he's working on, and explainsĀ why blockchains are bad at most thingsāand which problems they actually do solve.
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#033 ā Ponzi Plundering + Which AI Would You Marry, F%$!, or Kill? ā Rise Up After Dark ā May 14, 2025
15 May 2025
01:46:21
On tonightās episode of Rise Up After Dark, weāre joined by a couple legends:Ā
Green Jeffāponzi plunderer and DeFi founder extraordinaireā(aka @jeffthedunker) takes us through his crypto origin story, from Bitcoin gambling on a Minecraft server to navigating governance protocols like AAVE and Curve, and eventually founding protocols like Metronome, Vesper Finance, and his latest project, Odyssey Financeāa bold attempt to make DeFi actually usable for real people.
Evan & Alex give Jeff his well-earned flowers as a friend, mentor, and one of the sharpest minds in the space. He breaks down:
ā¢ How to build conviction in DeFi and size your positions accordingly ā¢ How to elevate your yield strategies ā¢ Why Odyssey is differentāand how to get involved ā¢ Why heās so frustrated with Jesse Pollakās āCoin Itā campaign on BaseĀ
Then in the second half, we welcome back Lindsay Poss and get to meet her cohost Larissa Bundziak of the hit Seeking Alpha Podcast in what becomes a hilarious, thoughtful, and slightly unhinged roundtable covering:
ā¢ How they got started and their chemistry as cohosts ā¢ What itās like to operate āat the intersection of Crypto Twitter, Silicon Valley, and Tinderā ā¢ How we're using AI (and which weād Marry, F%&!, or Kill ā¢ Why theyāre doubling down on smart, funny, fearless content to serve a bigger audience
Mentors, mischief, and market wisdomāthis one is unforgettable.
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#312 ā Web3 Gaming Is Inevitable (w/ Sam Steffanina) ā The Rise Up Morning Show ā May 16, 2025
15 May 2025
01:29:28
Goodnow, revolutionariesā
Todayās episode features one of the sharpest minds in Web3 gaming and content: Sam Steffaninaācofounder of WolvesDAO, CMO at Farcade, and host of the Gamified podcast.
Evan opens with a story from the Consensus conference floor, then Sam breaks down why "Web3 gaming is inevitable" as platforms like the Farcade lower barriers to entry in gaming and content.
We explore:
Game design trends (MapleStory Universe, next-gen devices, vibe-creating)
How to land authentic sponsorships that serve creators and communities
Where web3 gaming is headed next (and who will take it there)
Itās a wide-ranging, high-signal conversation a long time in the makingādare we say, Sam Steffanina x Rise Up was... inevitable?
š Links from the episode:
Sam Steffanina ā https://x.com/samsteffanina
Gamified ā https://x.com/gamifiedshow | Available on all podcast platforms
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#311.5 ā BONUS: After the Episode: Pillow Talk, DAOs, & Polygon Vibes w/Nill ā May 14, 2025
14 May 2025
00:54:13
Goodnow, revolutionariesā
Weāre back with a bonus live episode immediately episode 311, (yes, Alex dubbed it Pillow Talk) featuring our friend Nill from Polygon Labs.
We wanted to hear your reactions to this morningās interview with Marc Boiron and questions about the broader vision Polygon is building with the Agglayer. But it wouldnāt be Rise Up without a little detour into the weird and wonderful world of DAOs we love:
š¬ Alex DAO š Pizza DAO š„£ Soup DAO šŖ Tall DAO
Plus, we share conference highlights, the adoption of redheads by the black community on Tiktok, real-time reflections from the floor of Consensus, and a few ideas we think are worth bringing home.
š§µ Links: Nill on X ā https://x.com/bignillcollect
Nill on TikTok ā https://tiktok.com/@bignillcollect
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#311 ā Marc Boiron on Polygon, the Agglayer, and the Future of Crypto UX ā The Rise Up Morning Show ā May 14, 2025
14 May 2025
00:55:29
Goodnow, revolutionariesā Today on The Rise Up Morning Show, weāre honored to welcome Marc Boiron, CEO of Polygon Labs.
Marc shares his journey from lawyer to leader, his time as Polygonās Chief Legal Officer, and how that shaped his vision for the future of the chaināand of crypto itself. We dig into the MATIC-to-POL migration, what it means for developers and users alike, and how Polygon is building for scalability without fragmenting the user experience.
At the heart of todayās conversation is the Agglayer, Polygonās ambitious plan to unify crypto and make it as intuitive and seamless as using the internet today. Marc breaks it down in plain Englishāand why it matters for the future of blockspace, applications, and mass adoption.
A huge thank you to our friends at Polygon for powering the show. Got questions, thoughts, or takes for a round 2 with Marc? Drop them in the commentsāweāre listening.
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#310 ā A Taste of Culture from Consensus ā The Rise Up Morning Show ā May 13, 2025
13 May 2025
01:30:41
Goodnow, revolutionariesā Weāre coming to you live from Toronto at Consensus 2025, and todayās episode is a celebration of the real value in crypto: connection.
Evan and Alex reflect on last nightās unforgettable dinner at Lee, hosted by our friends at the Stellar Development Foundation. Chef Susur Lee had us fully fanboying, and the vibes were immaculate. In a space that can sometimes feel dominated by speculation, itās moments like this that remind usāthe real ROI is the friends we made along the way.
We preview a packed day of events: Multichain Day, the Toronto Builder Summit, and the Blockspace Opening Party, and shout out some of the incredible people weāre planning to see.
Then, despite a few tech hiccups, we dig into meaningful headlines:
Coinbaseās record-breaking acquisition of Deribit
Coinbase officially entering the S&P 500
An actual confirmed partnership between Ripple and AWS All this is a sign: price action aside, the industry is building.
We also explore the importance of cultural fluency, interoperability, and abstractionāmoving from tech-first to people-first. We highlight Berachain, the Berabaddies, and what it means to tell a better story about what crypto can be.
This is a slightly chaotic, very heartfelt episode about why weāre still hereāand what makes all of this worth showing up for.
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Rate Cuts, Heatmaps, and Solanaās Western Union Win, + AleXRP & Captain Arrrrculus | Ep 398
30 Oct 2025
00:56:55
Goodnow revolutionariesāĀ
Itās the Rise Up Halloween Special! AleXRP (Evan), Captain Arrrrculus (Alex), and Will (the scariest costume of allāa man with a million costumes wearing none) take your crypto questions and break down a wild week in markets and memes.Ā
We start with the TON Network, give an XRP update for a new listener, and dive into Western Unionās decision to adopt Solana for their crypto railsāwhy that move makes sense, and what incentives drive companies to fund development and hype their own ecosystems. Will walks us through the Fedās latest rate cut decision, shows why the liquidity heatmap first looked bearish then bullish, and explains how you can read it yourself. We close with a few call-ins from longtime listenersāand a surprise visit from Alexās long-lost cousin.Ā
ā¢ Polygon ā through December earn your share of $25,000 in rewards for creating videos with #Polygon and #UGC. Learn more: https://pol-token-page.webflow.ioĀ
ā¢ Arculus, the official cold wallet of Rise Upāuse RUMS10 at https://getarculus.comĀ
ā¢ The White Whale, alpha from the depthsāfollow him at https://x.com/thewhitewhalev2Ā
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#309 ā "Powered by Polygon" + Privacy by Design w/Stefaan (Akave) ā The Rise Up Morning Show ā May 8, 2025
08 May 2025
01:38:38
Goodnow, revolutionariesā
Big news today: The Rise Up Morning Show and Rise Up After Dark are now officially Powered by Polygon!!
To kick things off, Evan and Alex are joined by our friend Nill (@bignillcollect) to reveal the partnership live, plus plans for more Polygon-powered educational content during Consensus and beyond.
Next, we break down headlines driving Bitcoin's recent climbāincluding Trumpās teased trade deal, Arizona and New Hampshire announcing official Bitcoin reserves, and a preview of the SEC's upcoming TradFi x DeFi task force meeting. We also touched on the GENIUS Act and Senator Elizabeth Warrenās ongoing fight against stablecoins.
Then in the second half of the show, we welcomed Stefaan Vervaet, CEO of Akave Network, for a powerful conversation about data, privacy, and decentralization. Stefaan explains why you donāt own your data today, how crypto networks can flip the equation, and how Akave lets users and providers participate in decentralized file storage (and even spills the tea on some cool AI tools--like how to run your own GPT locally to protect your privacy).
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#032 ā Emily Herrick (Foolproof) on Mimetics, Misogyny, $TRUMP & The AI That Spoke at a Murder Trial ā Rise Up After Darkš»š
08 May 2025
02:43:12
Tonight on Rise Up After Dark, Evan opens the show solo with one of the wildest AI use cases weāve seen yet: a murdered man, recreated in video using AI, addresses his killer in court. The article (sourced via the brilliant Clone aggregator from our friends at Boys Club and Dirty) sparks a live audience conversation about the ethics of AI, and where this tech is headed next.
Evan shares his experience generating AI content based on his own voice and likeness using tools like ElevenLabs and Podcraftr, and highlights video generation work from friend-of-the-show Neal (@cryptotocollege on X). We also explore how brain-computer interfaces and synthetic content could radically reshape storytelling and the ways we experience content.
Alex joins mid-show and lightens things up with a story about an honest locksmith and a broken door. Then the crew welcomes longtime tech and crypto-native Emily Herrick, founder of Foolproof Labs, for a rich conversation that spans:
OG meme culture
Mimetic theory and Susan Blackmoreās The Meme Machine
Tokens and tokenomics that make sense
A "cheeky" bot to punish spammers
How $TRUMP to be the biggest meme coin of all time (Emily drops several new concepts--you'll want your notepad for this one).
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#308 ā Web3 101: Picking a Wallet, Christina's Rugpull, & Finding Your People (w/Justin Vogel) ā The Rise Up Morning Show ā May 7, 2025
07 May 2025
01:31:40
Goodnow, Revolutionariesā
Itās another Web3 101 Wednesday on The Rise Up Morning Show! After sharing the latest crypto headlines, Evan & Alex walk through the best ways to buy crypto safely, without breaking the bank; how to pick your first wallet (and what the heck a wallet actually is), and where you can earn passive income on your stablecoinsālike Morpho Protocol.
Then we shift gears into one of our favorite topics: marketing gone wild.
We cover Christina's Cozy Grove rugpull, pseudo-cide at Zerebro, and Antifunās genius framing strategy, before welcoming Justin Vogelāfounder of Safary Clubāto dig deep into what ācommunityā really means. Justin shares what great community design looks like, how to scale human connection, and the overlooked secret to marketing in crypto: actually delivering value.
Whether you're here to learn, laugh, or level up your own projectāthis Web3 101's for you.
Join us tonight at 7p central LIVE for Rise Up After Dark with Emily Herrick of Foolproof.xyz (grab the links for your favorite social at theRiseUpMorningShow.com)
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