Coffee with Captain: Crypto Markets, Products and Culture

Pons joins Cap and Steve for a deep conversation on launching Xeet, the latest InfoFi platform aiming to reward authentic engagement while avoiding the spam traps plaguing other attention marketplaces. He explains why the viral launch strategy was intentional, how Ethos integration will shape future rewards and why small accounts matter in a signal-first economy. Earlier in the episode, Cap reveals he’s hit 11 straight picks using Billy’s AI conviction score and announces a bold $1K challenge to test the system live. The crew also debates whether crypto projects truly have moats and what that means for long-term defensibility in Web3.Special Guest:Pons – Founder of The Plague & Cofounder of Xeet: https://x.com/Pons_ETHSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coffeewithcaptainshowFollow us on the X app:Captain Zwingli: https://x.com/ChrisJourdanSteve: https://x.com/SteveKBarkdGen Network: https://x.com/dGenNetworkThis podcast is for entertainment purposes only. None of the information shared on this podcast is meant to be taken as financial advice. Chris, Steve and guest speakers may hold tokens discussedCheck Out:The Everything Token: A Book on Web3 and NFTsNewsletter: CwC WeeklyENS: Ethereum Naming Service

Cap and Steve are joined by OSF for a wide-ranging interview on how Rekt Guy evolved into Rekt Drinks, now selling in 7-Eleven and exploring mainstream expansion. OSF explains how giving equity to holders has supercharged community loyalty and why they chose Abstract’s gasless wallet to onboard everyday buyers. The discussion touches on brand coins, collabs and Web3-native consumer products built for real adoption. Before the interview, the crew debates the state of NFTs, whether any new buyers remain and why floor prices aren’t responding to big announcements.Special Guest:OSF - CEO and Cofounder of Rekt Drinks: https://x.com/osf_rektSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coffeewithcaptainshowFollow us on the X app:Captain Zwingli: https://x.com/ChrisJourdanSteve: https://x.com/SteveKBarkdGen Network: https://x.com/dGenNetworkThis podcast is for entertainment purposes only. None of the information shared on this podcast is meant to be taken as financial advice. Chris, Steve and guest speakers may hold tokens discussedCheck Out:The Everything Token: A Book on Web3 and NFTsNewsletter: CwC WeeklyENS: Ethereum Naming Service

The Coffee Crew open with a look into Bitcoin’s $100K price floor and why institutional demand, government adoption and Saylor’s conviction may have created a new market baseline. The conversation then shifts to harsh criticism of the Xeet launch, where InfoFi’s campaign strategy drew backlash for prioritizing attention farming over authentic engagement. Later in the episode, Tech G from POG Digital joins to share how they’re reviving the iconic 90s brand through gamified quests, brand partnerships and an ApeChain-powered hub designed to bridge nostalgic collectors with onchain tools.Special Guest:Kyler - CEO of Pog Digital: https://x.com/techgentlemanSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coffeewithcaptainshowFollow us on the X app:Captain Zwingli: https://x.com/ChrisJourdanSteve: https://x.com/SteveKBarkdGen Network: https://x.com/dGenNetworkThis podcast is for entertainment purposes only. None of the information shared on this podcast is meant to be taken as financial advice. Chris, Steve and guest speakers may hold tokens discussedCheck Out:The Everything Token: A Book on Web3 and NFTsNewsletter: CwC WeeklyENS: Ethereum Naming Service

The episode opens with an extended 45-minute cold open as the Coffee Crew reflects on fitness routines, fast food regrets and the challenge of sticking to healthy habits while traveling. Midway through, Steve shares his experience using ChatGPT voice mode as a real-time assistant during a long drive, unlocking use cases from research to language translation. A viral article about a massive data breach turns out to be recycled news, but it sparks a timely discussion about password hygiene, hardware keys, and online security. The show wraps with debate around AI-generated marketing and why the BAYC Telegram sticker drop frustrated so many Web3 natives.Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coffeewithcaptainshowFollow us on the X app:Captain Zwingli: https://x.com/ChrisJourdanSteve: https://x.com/SteveKBarkdGen Network: https://x.com/dGenNetworkThis podcast is for entertainment purposes only. None of the information shared on this podcast is meant to be taken as financial advice. Chris, Steve and guest speakers may hold tokens discussedCheck Out:The Everything Token: A Book on Web3 and NFTsNewsletter: CwC WeeklyENS: Ethereum Naming Service

OpenSea’s latest swap incentives start the show. Then we talk about Mintify’s Hyperliquid claim, highlighting the friction still baked into crypto UX. Bunchu returns for an AI segment focused on tool adoption and the scaling power of synthetic content. Later in the episode, Lawl, founder of CC0 Studios, and cocreator Alex break down how Normal MFer is using CC0 IP to launch a fully collectible animated series on Zora without relying on token hype.Special Guests:Bunchu - AI Expert & CEO of Billy Bets: https://x.com/BunchuBetsLawl - Founder of CC0 Studios: https://x.com/0xLawlSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coffeewithcaptainshowFollow us on the X app:Captain Zwingli: https://x.com/ChrisJourdanSteve: https://x.com/SteveKBarkdGen Network: https://x.com/dGenNetworkThis podcast is for entertainment purposes only. None of the information shared on this podcast is meant to be taken as financial advice. Chris, Steve and guest speakers may hold tokens discussedCheck Out:The Everything Token: A Book on Web3 and NFTsNewsletter: CwC WeeklyENS: Ethereum Naming Service

The Genius Act’s impact on stablecoins sparks a broader conversation about whether crypto is moving toward mainstream adoption or permissioned finance. Ethereum’s recent slide raises questions about its long-term value capture, with speculation around whether a major run is still ahead. The episode also explores Azuki’s fading presence in the NFT landscape, unrealistic expectations from community holders, and how Spoiled Banana Society filled a product gap with onchain best ball fantasy.Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coffeewithcaptainshowFollow us on the X app:Captain Zwingli: https://x.com/ChrisJourdanSteve: https://x.com/SteveKBarkdGen Network: https://x.com/dGenNetworkThis podcast is for entertainment purposes only. None of the information shared on this podcast is meant to be taken as financial advice. Chris, Steve and guest speakers may hold tokens discussedCheck Out:The Everything Token: A Book on Web3 and NFTsNewsletter: CwC WeeklyENS: Ethereum Naming Service

Cap and Steve explore how Kaito’s latest algorithm update could finally curb engagement farming, spotlighting creators who deliver real insights instead of leaderboard bait. Squiddy joins to break down how FIFA Rivals is using Mythos, a Polkadot parachain, to power mobile gameplay with NFT ownership and marketplace utility. Later, Spencer from Orange Cap Games stops by to share how he built the Vibes TCG into a top-20 graded card brand and why Moonbirds is his next big IP bet.Special Guest:Spencer - CEO of Orange Cap Games: https://x.com/spencerSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coffeewithcaptainshowFollow us on the X app:Captain Zwingli: https://x.com/ChrisJourdanSteve: https://x.com/SteveKBarkdGen Network: https://x.com/dGenNetworkThis podcast is for entertainment purposes only. None of the information shared on this podcast is meant to be taken as financial advice. Chris, Steve and guest speakers may hold tokens discussedCheck Out:The Everything Token: A Book on Web3 and NFTsNewsletter: CwC WeeklyENS: Ethereum Naming Service

Broken incentive structures dominated the conversation, with sharp critiques of creator tokens, engagement farming, and the short-termism fueling many Web3 projects. Later in the show, Yuga’s Jameson introduces Glyph Wallet, a fast, seedless self-custody wallet built exclusively on ApeChain, designed to abstract away complexity and onboard the next wave of users.Jameson - FTE at Yuga: https://x.com/0xOnwardSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coffeewithcaptainshowFollow us on the X app:Captain Zwingli: https://x.com/ChrisJourdanSteve: https://x.com/SteveKBarkdGen Network: https://x.com/dGenNetworkThis podcast is for entertainment purposes only. None of the information shared on this podcast is meant to be taken as financial advice. Chris, Steve and guest speakers may hold tokens discussedCheck Out:The Everything Token: A Book on Web3 and NFTsNewsletter: CwC WeeklyENS: Ethereum Naming Service

Cap and Steve go head-to-head over OpenSea’s XP farming system, debating whether the repetitive token swap missions are an effective growth strategy or a user-alienating chore. The conversation weaves through market volatility, Steve’s poorly timed Kaito buy, Shopify’s embrace of USDC on Base, and Rekt’s limited-edition Jupiter drop. Later in the episode, community member Von Frontin joins to break down the small-batch marketing behind Rekt Drinks’ new Jupiter drop and how scarcity is fueling its growth.Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coffeewithcaptainshowFollow us on the X app:Captain Zwingli: https://x.com/ChrisJourdanSteve: https://x.com/SteveKBarkdGen Network: https://x.com/dGenNetworkThis podcast is for entertainment purposes only. None of the information shared on this podcast is meant to be taken as financial advice. Chris, Steve and guest speakers may hold tokens discussedCheck Out:The Everything Token: A Book on Web3 and NFTsNewsletter: CwC WeeklyENS: Ethereum Naming Service

Stripe’s acquisition of Privy kicks off a discussion about crypto’s biggest onboarding unlock in years, as the team breaks down how this move could simplify wallet creation across Web3. Special guest Bunchu explains the potential fallout from Disney and Universal’s lawsuit against Midjourney, framing it as a blockbuster case that could define the future of AI-generated content and copyright. The episode also digs into the ethics of climbing the Kaito leaderboard, whether creators should embrace AI tools, and wraps with Beezie’s final “Clawfee with Captain” segment, giving community guests one last chance to win physical collectibles.Special Guests:Bunchu - CEO of Billy Bets: https://x.com/BunchuBetsSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coffeewithcaptainshowFollow us on the X app:Captain Zwingli: https://x.com/ChrisJourdanSteve: https://x.com/SteveKBarkdGen Network: https://x.com/dGenNetworkThis podcast is for entertainment purposes only. None of the information shared on this podcast is meant to be taken as financial advice. Chris, Steve and guest speakers may hold tokens discussedCheck Out:The Everything Token: A Book on Web3 and NFTsNewsletter: CwC WeeklyENS: Ethereum Naming Service