When Shift Happens Podcast

Kevin Follonier

Join lively and organic conversations about today's most relevant topics, analyzed through the human, real and unfiltered lens of your favorite entrepreneurs, athletes, musicians, artists, creators, politicians, investors, and crypto geniuses. Hopefully, this podcast helps you form the opinions, mindset and habits you need to build the life you want. Thank you for listening.

  • 1 hour 48 minutes
    E96: Raoul Pal’s Guide to Becoming a Memecoin Millionaire

    In his highly-anticipated return to the podcast, ‪@RaoulPalTJM‬, the Co-Founder and CEO of ‪@RealVisionFinance‬ / ‪@RealVisionCrypto‬ and Founder of Global Macro Investor, shares his blueprint for navigating the meme coin supercycle and crypto's wild future. In this episode, Raoul tackles pressing topics like: -How to position yourself for the next meme coin millionaire wave -Why he went all-in on $SOL, $SUI, and $DOGE—before it was popular -The secret to spotting cult-worthy assets before they explode -Why NFTs could be the last big chance for generational wealth -How scarcity and attention are becoming crypto’s new currencies -Why 12 months might be all that’s left to secure financial freedom -The "Banana Zone" thesis—and how to not get left behind -Raoul’s proven strategies for those looking to win big in crypto while the clock is ticking. A must-watch for anyone aiming to navigate the next crypto boom and beyond. __________________________________ CONNECT WITH RAOUL👇 Twitter: https://x.com/RaoulGMI Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raoul-pal-real-vision/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raoulgmi GET RAOUL PAL’S FREE REPORT AND PREPARE FOR THE NEXT DECADE.: https://rvtv.io/3YOZZUe CONNECT WITH REAL VISION👇 Twitter: https://x.com/RealVision Website: https://www.instagram.com/realvisiontv FOLLOW KEVIN & WHEN SHIFT HAPPENS👇 Twitter (X): https://x.com/KevinWSHPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinwshpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier_ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Website: https://www.podpage.com/when-shift-happens/ __________________________________ PARTNERS 🚀 Jupiter is the most used Decentralized Exchange in Crypto and the largest DEX by volume on Solana. https://jup.ag/ 💧Sui is a first-of-its-kind Layer 1 blockchain and smart contract platform designed to make digital asset ownership fast, private, secure, and accessible. https://sui.io/ 🤖 SwissBorg is Europe’s top trusted crypto app offering user-centric investment platforms and DeFi asset management with reliability and innovation. Sign up with this link and earn up to €100 : https://join.swissborg.com/r/kevinH6E7 ♾ Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. https://www.coinsilium.com 🍷 Dvin is building the operating system for the $100 billion wine industry. https://www.dvinlabs.com/ __________________________________ DISCLAIMER The info contained herein is for informational purposes only. Nothing herein shall be construed to be financial, legal, or tax advice. The content of this video is solely the opinions of the speakers who are not a licensed financial advisor or registered investment advisor. Trading cryptocurrencies poses considerable risk of loss. The speakers do not guarantee any particular outcome. #Entrepreneurship #Crypto #news __________________________________ 0:00 Trailer 1:43 Please Subscribe 2:05 Our Valued Sponsors 2:40 DVIN Labs 7:16 Aiming for Lex Fridman 10:13 Awaiting the Banana Zone 13:21 Tokens vs. Attention 16:18 Rates Aren't Liquidity 18:18 Projected Returns for Cryptos 19:19 Embracing Public Risk 22:46 Risks to the “Banana Zone” 24:18 Betting Big on Solana (SOL) 27:39 Adoption Beats Technology 31:49 Why Sui Network? (SUI) 34:34 Is Sui the Next Solana? 38:47 Meme Coins VS NFTs 41:27 Memecoin Supercycle 43:35 Dogecoin (DOGE) 45:19 Smoked Chicken Fish (SCF) 47:14 The SCF Cult Explained 49:21 Finding Purpose & Value in Memes 52:47 Open-Minded Investing 57:41 NFTs as Cultural Artifacts 1:03:02 NFTs as Identity Markers 1:05:04 Risks of NFTs 1:08:44 Structuring your Crypto Portfolio 1:10:30 8 Years Left to Make Money 1:20:11 Real Vision's 10-Year Journey 1:21:06 Future of Real Vision 1:22:29 Crypto is Lonely 1:24:23 Real Vision Mistakes & Lessons 1:28:53 Crypto Overtaking the Government 1:32:30 AI Governing the Future 1:34:34 Valuing Time Over Wealth 1:42:41 Importance of Optimism

    13 November 2024, 4:27 pm
  • 1 hour 8 minutes
    E95: Hyperliquid Founder - How to Win in Crypto (by Building for Users, Not VCs)

    Jeff is the Founder of Hyperliquid Labs, the company behind Hyperliquid, a decentralized perpetual exchange offering best-in-class speed, liquidity, and pricing for crypto traders. Hyperliquid is also one of the most awaited Layer 1s launches and aspires to become the "Amazon Web Services of Liquidity". The protocol is setting a new standard in DeFi by prioritizing users and rejecting traditional VC funding structures. In this episode, we explore: -Who is Jeff? His journey to Hyperliquid Labs -Building DeFi for users, not VCs -The importance of real user experience in crypto -How Hyperliquid Labs is redefining finance -Why traditional funding models hurt DeFi platforms -The role of community in building success -Lessons from trading and finance -How Hyperliquid Labs enables true innovation in crypto -The future of decentralized finance

    And much more! If you're interested in the future of crypto and DeFi built with a user-first approach, this episode is a must-watch! __________________________________ FOLLOW JEFF YAN • Twitter: https://x.com/chameleon_jeff • Website: https://app.hyperliquid.xyz/trade FOLLOW HYPERLIQUID LABS • Twitter: https://x.com/hyperliquidx • Website: https://hyperliquid.xyz/ FOLLOW KEVIN & WHEN SHIFT HAPPENS👇 Twitter (X): https://x.com/KevinWSHPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinwshpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier_ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Website: https://www.podpage.com/when-shift-happens/ __________________________________ DISCLAIMER The info contained herein is for informational purposes only. Nothing herein shall be construed to be financial, legal, or tax advice. The content of this video is solely the opinions of the speakers who are not a licensed financial advisor or registered investment advisor. Trading cryptocurrencies poses considerable risk of loss. The speakers do not guarantee any particular outcome. #Entrepreneurship #Crypto #news __________________________________ 0:00 Trailer 1:27 Please Subscribe 1:49 Our Valued Sponsors 2:25 Hyperliquid Labs Unique Finance Vision 5:32 From Scripts to Hyperliquid Labs 9:55 Improving DeFi User Experience 12:12 Crypto Speculation vs. Value 14:02 Autism and Trauma in Crypto Founders 16:29 Quant Trading to Impact 19:26 Hyperliquid Labs Unique Value Proposition 21:58 Building vs. Exploring 23:25 The Value of Struggle 26:34 Crypto World Fascination 30:37 DVIN Labs 31:00 From Profit to Purpose 33:40 What is Hyperliquid Labs? 36:02 Community-Driven Crypto Innovation 42:43 The Scam Token Dilemma 46:59 Rewarding Real Innovation 50:36 Innovating Crypto Infrastructure 55:40 Builder Codes Explained 59:09 Localized Solutions in Crypto 1:02:17 Hyperliquid Labs Role in Cryptos Future 1:05:19 Non-Consensus Beliefs 1:07:00 Taking Things Less Personally

    8 November 2024, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 38 minutes
    E94: Asymmetric Founder - How to get rich with Memecoins (without getting lucky)

    Joe McCann is the Founder, CEO & CIO of Asymmetric, 2023’s top performing Hedge Fund globally. Joe is an early Solana investor and is most known his ‘Depression or Memecoins to $1 Trillion’ thesis. In this episode, we explore: - Who is Joe McCann? - Autism and Trauma in Crypto Founders - Why Self-Reflection Matters - Importance of being Skeptical - Risk Management and Exit Plans - Macro Trends Driving Crypto - Secrets to Thriving in Crypto - Embracing the Pain of Trading - Maximizing meme coin returns - Crypto as Alternative Finance - Biggest Prediction Next 12 Months And much more! __________________________________ FOLLOW JOE MCCANN • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/likebutforserious/ • Twitter: https://x.com/joemccann • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amazing-opportunity/ FOLLOW KEVIN & WHEN SHIFT HAPPENS👇 Twitter (X): https://x.com/KevinWSHPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinwshpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier_ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Website: https://www.podpage.com/when-shift-happens/ __________________________________ PARTNERS 🚀 Jupiter is the most used Decentralized Exchange in Crypto and the largest DEX by volume on Solana. https://jup.ag/ 💧Sui is a first-of-its-kind Layer 1 blockchain and smart contract platform designed to make digital asset ownership fast, private, secure, and accessible. https://sui.io/ 🤖 SwissBorg is Europe’s top trusted crypto app offering user-centric investment platforms and DeFi asset management with reliability and innovation. Sign up with this link and earn up to €100 : https://join.swissborg.com/r/kevinH6E7 ♾ Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. https://www.coinsilium.com 🍷 Dvin is building the operating system for the $100 billion wine industry. https://www.dvinlabs.com/ __________________________________ DISCLAIMER The info contained herein is for informational purposes only. Nothing herein shall be construed to be financial, legal, or tax advice. The content of this video is solely the opinions of the speakers who are not a licensed financial advisor or registered investment advisor. Trading cryptocurrencies poses considerable risk of loss. The speakers do not guarantee any particular outcome. #Entrepreneurship #Crypto #newsupdates __________________________________ 0:00 Intro 1:34 Please Subscribe 1:56 Our Valued Sponsors 2:31 From Emails to Exotic Cars 6:25 Who is Joe McCann? 8:46 Autism and Trauma in Crypto Founders 11:25 Taking Care of your Mind 13:44 Journey Through Chronic Insomnia 19:41 Chaos Vs Volatility 20:33 Influence of Nassim Taleb 21:48 Crypto as Alternative Finance 27:54 Why Self-Reflection Matters 32:10 DVIN Partnership 32:34 Consistency Over Trend Chasing 37:24 Seeing Opportunities in Crisis 42:57 Risk Management and Exit Plans 44:38 Macro Trends Driving Crypto 50:38 Crypto Chaos and Financial Nihilism 54:17 Maximizing Hedge Fund Returns 58:21 Understanding Market Incentives 1:04:08 Secrets to Thriving in Crypto 1:04:24 Having Skin in the Game 1:09:27 Blowing Up, Twice 1:15:07 Mastering your Emotions 1:18:53 Understanding Loss Aversion 1:24:38 Embracing the Pain of Trading 1:27:09 Importance of being Skeptical 1:31:10 Flawed Medical System 1:36:50 Biggest Prediction Next 12 Months

    1 November 2024, 4:21 pm
  • 1 hour 29 minutes
    E93: BASE Creator Jesse Pollak - Why Most Crypto Traders Lose (And What to Do Instead)

    Jesse Pollak is the creator of Base, Coinbase's ethereum layer 2 network offering a secure, low-cost way for anyone to build decentralized apps onchain. He is also the Lead at Coinbase Wallet and a member of the Coinbase Exec Team. In this conversation, Jesse shares his deeply personal journey of building Base, from the intense pressure of early ideation to the physical and emotional toll of its launch. He opens up about almost quitting, losing 20 pounds from stress, and how his wife's intervention helped him through the darkest moments. Beyond the struggles, Jesse discusses his ambitious vision for an onchain future, predicting that "everything will be onchain in 5 years." From his unique background in Quaker schools to his unconventional problem-solving methods, Jesse offers rare insights into what it takes to build a platform that could transform how billions of people interact with the digital world. In this episode, we explore: - Jesse’s mind and struggles - What gave him a big chip on the shoulder - How hard the beginning of Base was on a personal level - Why the most successful products in crypto DO NOT have a token - The Coinbase’s centralization Paradox - How Jesse built the leading Ethereum Layer 2 in the crypto space. - Why Jesse owns a Cryptopunk - What it takes to be a successful founder in crypto __________________________________ FOLLOW JESSE POLLAK • Twitter: https://x.com/jessepollak • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessepollak/ • Website: https://jesse.xyz/ • Base Twitter: https://x.com/base • Coinbase Twitter: https://x.com/coinbase FOLLOW KEVIN & WHEN SHIFT HAPPENS👇 Twitter (X): https://x.com/KevinWSHPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinwshpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier_ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Website: https://www.podpage.com/when-shift-happens/ __________________________________ PARTNERS 🚀 Jupiter is the most used Decentralized Exchange in Crypto and the largest DEX by volume on Solana. https://jup.ag/ 🤖 SwissBorg is Europe’s top trusted crypto app offering user-centric investment platforms and DeFi asset management with reliability and innovation. Sign up with this link and earn up to €100 : https://join.swissborg.com/r/kevinH6E7 ♾ Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. https://www.coinsilium.com 🍷 Dvin is building the operating system for the $100 billion wine industry. https://www.dvinlabs.com/ __________________________________ DISCLAIMER The info contained herein is for informational purposes only. Nothing herein shall be construed to be financial, legal, or tax advice. The content of this video is solely the opinions of the speakers who are not a licensed financial advisor or registered investment advisor. Trading cryptocurrencies poses considerable risk of loss. The speakers do not guarantee any particular outcome. __________________________________ 0:00 Introduction 1:33 Please Subscribe 1:54 Our Valued Sponsors 2:11 Driving Coinbase's On-Chain Evolution 6:18 Who is Jesse Pollak 7:45 Mission for Innovation and Freedom 9:42 Successful Crypto Founder Traits 13:55 Technical vs. Management Skills 17:34 Crypto Punk Identity 20:34 Starting a New Chapter 25:03 Crypto Currency Fascination 29:52 What is Base 32:02 DVIN Partnership 32:25 Launching Base 36:29 Coinbase's Centralization Paradox 42:22 Criticism of the Base Ecosystem 45:21 Building Real Value at Base 48:46 Prioritizing Product Over Tokens 56:19 3 Questions to Mainstream Crypto 57:33 How is Crypto Good for Humanity 59:00 How does Crypto Benefit my Mother 1:01:16 How do I Use Crypto 1:02:20 Optimism Within Crypto 1:04:48 Access in the Crypto World 1:06:45 Emotional Resilience in Crypto 1:09:40 Pressure of an Entrepreneur 1:15:46 Feeling of Giving Up 1:19:11 Passion for Writing and Photography 1:22:49 Non-Consensus Beliefs 1:24:30 Predictions for the Next 12 Months

    25 October 2024, 4:27 pm
  • 1 hour 23 minutes
    E92: Steady Lads - How to Spot the Next Big Crypto Opportunity (Before Everyone Else)

    In this episode, we sit down with the hosts of  @0xSteadyLads  Podcast, a leading crypto podcast featuring Jordi Alexander, Founder & CIO at Selini Capital, Justin Bram, CoFounder & CEO of Astaria, and Taiki Maeda, owner of  @thehumblefarmer  . Jordi, Taiki, and Justin share their insights on navigating the evolving crypto landscape, from launching and growing their podcast to identifying key investment opportunities in DeFi. They discuss the psychology of investing, the importance of diversification, and the future of crypto conferences. We also dive into their predictions for the next 12 months in crypto, how they approach spotting trends before they blow up, and the lessons they’ve learned from hosting one of the most influential crypto podcasts. In this episode, we explore: -Launching the SteadyLads Podcast -Why Diversification Is Alpha -The Future of Crypto Conferences -The Psychology Behind Buying and Selling in Crypto -How to Spot the Next Big Crypto Opportunity -Predictions for the Next 12 Months in Crypto -Lessons from Navigating the Bear Market -The Role of Community in Building a Podcast -Why FOMO Can Make or Break Your Crypto Strategy -How to Avoid Common Investing Mistakes in Crypto And much more! __________________________________ PARTNERS 🚀 Jupiter is the most used Decentralized Exchange in Crypto and the largest DEX by volume on Solana. https://jup.ag/ 🤖 SwissBorg is Europe’s top trusted crypto app offering user-centric investment platforms and DeFi asset management with reliability and innovation. Sign up with this link and earn up to €100 : https://join.swissborg.com/r/kevinH6E7 ♾ Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. https://www.coinsilium.com 🍷 Dvin is building the operating system for the $100 billion wine industry. https://www.dvinlabs.com/ __________________________________ FOLLOW STEADYLADS • Twitter: https://twitter.com/0xSteadyLads • YouTube:  @0xSteadyLads  • Jordi Alexander: https://twitter.com/gametheorizing • Justin Bram: https://twitter.com/JustinCBram • Taiki Maeda: https://twitter.com/TaikiMaeda2 FOLLOW KEVIN & WHEN SHIFT HAPPENS👇 Twitter (X): https://x.com/KevinWSHPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinwshpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier_ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Website: https://www.podpage.com/when-shift-happens/ __________________________________ DISCLAIMER The info contained herein is for informational purposes only. Nothing herein shall be construed to be financial, legal, or tax advice. The content of this video is solely the opinions of the speakers who are not a licensed financial advisor or registered investment advisor. Trading cryptocurrencies poses considerable risk of loss. The speakers do not guarantee any particular outcome. #Entrepreneurship #Crypto #news __________________________________ 0:00 Introduction 1:35 Subscribe 1:56 Our Valued Sponsors 2:13 DVIN Partnership 3:30 Who are the SteadyLads? 5:25 Launching SteadyLads 6:03 Growing as a Podcast 10:53 Podcast Crypto Echo Chamber 12:20 Starting a Podcast VS Company 13:16 Podcast Positive Impacts 15:48 Live Conferences and Podcasts 17:51 Creating your Own Category 19:13 Art of Interviewing Guests 24:02 No Filler Episodes 25:21 Prioritizing Health 26:39 Selling Underperforming Assets 28:33 Selling During a Crash 31:43 Classic Education Cycle 34:24 “Missing” your Opportunity 37:16 Debating Solana's Future 38:15 ETH Staking and Diversification 40:15 Blowing Up in Wallet and Brand 43:39 Hosts' Unique Contributions 45:51 Diversification vs. Conviction 48:49 Business of Conferences for Crypto 52:02 Unknown Project Booths 56:11 Speaking Up Despite Risks 01:02:24 Resisting Temptation 01:05:55 Meme Coins and Builders 01:08:58 Building a Quality Product 01:12:27 Embracing Uncertainty Ahead 01:14:14 Biggest Prediction for the next 12 Months

    19 October 2024, 5:55 pm
  • 1 hour 38 minutes
    E91: Bitwise CEO - Why Banks are Betting Big on Crypto

    Hunter Horsley is the Co-Founder and CEO of Bitwise, one of the leading crypto asset managers, which strives to help institutions and individuals invest confidently in the rapidly evolving crypto space. In this insightful conversation, Hunter shares his journey from working at Facebook to co-founding Bitwise, and the lessons he's learned along the way. He delves into the importance of blockchain technology, apolitical money, and applications, as well as the challenges and opportunities facing the crypto industry today. We also discuss how his background in history and business has shaped his understanding of blockchain's potential to reshape human organization and digital trust. In this episode, we explore: - What Is Bitwise? - The Role of Banks in Crypto's Future - The Inevitability of Blockchain - The History of Business in America - What Steve Jobs Taught Us - Leaving Facebook for Crypto - Cryptos Communication Problem - Self-Driving Cars and the Future - 3 Questions for Crypto to Become Mainstream - Predictions for the next 12 months in crypto __________________________________ PARTNERS 🚀 Jupiter is the most used Decentralized Exchange in Crypto and the largest DEX by volume on Solana. https://jup.ag/ 🤖 SwissBorg is Europe’s top trusted crypto app offering user-centric investment platforms and DeFi asset management with reliability and innovation. Sign up with this link and earn up to €100 : https://join.swissborg.com/r/kevinH6E7 ♾ Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. https://www.coinsilium.com 🍷 Dvin is building the operating system for the $100 billion wine industry. https://www.dvinlabs.com/ __________________________________ FOLLOW HUNTER • Twitter: https://x.com/hhorsley • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hunter-horsley-11512721 FOLLOW BITWISE • Twitter: https://x.com/BitwiseInvest • Website: bitwiseinvestments.com FOLLOW KEVIN & WHEN SHIFT HAPPENS👇 Twitter (X): https://x.com/KevinWSHPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinwshpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier_ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Website: https://www.podpage.com/when-shift-happens/ __________________________________ DISCLAIMER The info contained herein is for informational purposes only. Nothing herein shall be construed to be financial, legal, or tax advice. The content of this video is solely the opinions of the speakers who are not a licensed financial advisor or registered investment advisor. Trading cryptocurrencies poses considerable risk of loss. The speakers do not guarantee any particular outcome. __________________________________ 0:00 Introduction 1:24 Our Valued Sponsors 2:02 Meet Hunter Horsley 2:41 Bitwise's Stewardship Mission 3:47 Diverse Blockchain Perspectives 05:58 Becoming a Good Steward 07:19 What Steve Jobs Taught Us 07:43 Apolitical Money and Applications 08:40 Evolution of Human Organization 12:22 Digital Organization Limits 13:30 The Inevitability of Blockchain 16:38 Leaving Facebook for Crypto 22:17 Why Tech Thrives in SF 27:44 What Motivates Hunter Horsley 30:42 Facebook's Mission 32:26 Bitwise's Approach to Clients 33:29 DVIN Labs Partnership 33:52 Why Crypto Feels Unpopular 37:42 Crypto's Communication Problem 39:48 Solana's Communication Shift 42:03 Self-Driving Cars and the Future 43:24 Bitcoin's Lost Voices 46:34 Three Questions for Crypto to Become Mainstream 47:05 What’s Crypto’s Societal Benefit? 48:22 How Can This Help my Mother? 52:27 Bitwise and Pudgy Penguins 01:01:56 What Is Bitwise? 01:03:42 Bridging Crypto and Institutions 01:11:07 ETFs Transforming the Industry 01:14:42 Bitcoin ETF Adoption by Institutions 01:23:50 Institutional Shift to Bitcoin 01:25:22 Prediction for the Next 12 Months 01:26:13 The Role of Banks in Crypto's Future 01:29:46 Dealing with Heavy Frustration 01:34:02 Will Another Major Blowup Happen? 01:37:36 Message to Crypto Community ​​

    11 October 2024, 4:44 pm
  • 1 hour 36 minutes
    E90: Sei Labs CEO - Why 99% Lose with Ethereum (And How to Win)

    Jayendra Jog is the CEO and Co-Founder of Sei Labs, the company behind the Sei Network, the fastest Layer 1 blockchain designed to deliver high performance and scalability for the industry's growing demands. Jayendra touches on the cutthroat world of blockchain innovation, sharing insights into the pressure of leading a company that must stay ahead of rapidly shifting trends while maintaining its core mission of decentralization. In this conversation, we dive deep into: -The Sei Network Story -Jay’s days at RobinhoodApp during the Meme Stocks Mania -How To Find Fulfillment in Chaos -Scaling the Ethereum Virtual Machine -Building Resilience Through Rejection -Finding Fulfillment After The Loss Of His Father -Sei v2 -$10,000 in Ethereum -Solana's Rise Without EVM Support -S&P 500 vs Crypto Profits -Prediction for the next 12 Months And so much more! __________________________________ PARTNERS 🚀 Jupiter is the most used Decentralized Exchange in Crypto and the largest DEX by volume on Solana. https://jup.ag/ 🤖 SwissBorg is Europe’s top trusted crypto app offering user-centric investment platforms and DeFi asset management with reliability and innovation. Sign up with this link and earn up to €100 : https://join.swissborg.com/r/kevinH6E7 ♾ Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. https://www.coinsilium.com 🍷 Dvin is building the operating system for the $100 billion wine industry. https://www.dvinlabs.com/ __________________________________ FOLLOW JAYENDRA • Twitter: https://x.com/jayendra_jog • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayendrajog/ • Website: https://www.sei.io/ FOLLOW SEI LABS • Twitter: https://x.com/Seinetwork • Website: https://www.sei.io/ FOLLOW KEVIN & WHEN SHIFT HAPPENS👇 Twitter (X): https://x.com/KevinWSHPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinwshpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier_ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Website: https://www.podpage.com/when-shift-happens/ __________________________________ DISCLAIMER The info contained herein is for informational purposes only. Nothing herein shall be construed to be financial, legal, or tax advice. The content of this video is solely the opinions of the speakers who are not a licensed financial advisor or registered investment advisor. Trading cryptocurrencies poses considerable risk of loss. The speakers do not guarantee any particular outcome. #Entrepreneurship #Crypto #news __________________________________ 0:00 Introduction 1:38 Our Valued Sponsors 2:15 DVIN Partnership 3:13 Perks of Being a Founder 4:17 Finding Fulfillment in Chaos 5:56 Introducing Jay Jog 6:18 Scaling the Ethereum Virtual Machine 9:15 Key Traits for Crypto Success 11:59 Turning Rejection into Motivation 13:00 Understanding and Playing the “Game” 15:10 Valuing Attention in Crypto 17:29 Building Resilience Through Rejection 19:18 Fueling Success Through Rejection 21:16 Dissecting Emotions in Therapy 24:28 Finding Fulfillment After Loss 28:33 Exploring Paths to Happiness 31:02 Lessons Learned from Robinhood 33:07 Meme Stock Frenzy 36:41 Robinhood and Decentralized Trading 39:02 Crypto Currency Fascination 43:09 Conviction vs. Early Profits 46:38 Crypto's Future Through Adoption and Growth 49:48 All In on Crypto 51:30 What is Sei Labs? 54:29 What is Parallelization? 57:03 Sei Protocol Holy Grail Vision 58:13 Solana's Rise Without EVM Support 59:36 Another Layer 1? 1:00:47 Solana Team 1:01:56 Crypto Trading and Smart Investments 1:06:37 S&P 500 vs Crypto Profits 1:09:13 Optimizing Health 1:14:43 Running Vs Starting a Company 1:17:01 Define Luck? 1:18:08 Should Everyone Start a Company? 1:22:15 Qualities of a Good Investor 1:24:04 Relationship Stability with Founder Success 1:26:50 Balancing Founder Drive and Delegation 1:29:48 Marriage and Kids Philosophy 1:31:20 Non-Consensus Beliefs 1:34:09 Biggest Prediction for the Next 12 Months

    4 October 2024, 10:15 am
  • 1 hour 51 minutes
    E89: Blockworks Founder - How To Build A $135M Crypto Empire From Scratch (Formula Revealed)

    Jason Yanowitz is the CoFounder of  @BlockworksHQ  , a $135M Crypto Media Empire that delivers premium insights and breaking news on digital assets to millions of investors. He is also the Co-Host of the  @empirepod  , the go-to podcast for crypto founders. Throughout the conversation, we explore the challenges of building a business with no experience, the lessons learned from pyramid schemes Jason was involved with while at college, and more Jason publicly shares about his cluster headaches, often called "suicide headaches" due to their intense pain and the higher risk of suicide they carry. These headaches keep him from working for weeks each year. __________________________________ PARTNERS 🚀 Jupiter is the most used Decentralized Exchange in Crypto and the largest DEX by volume on Solana. https://jup.ag/ 🤖 SwissBorg is Europe’s top trusted crypto app offering user-centric investment platforms and DeFi asset management with reliability and innovation. Sign up with this link and earn up to €100 : https://join.swissborg.com/r/kevinH6E7 ♾ Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. https://www.coinsilium.com 🍷 Dvin is building the operating system for the $100 billion wine industry. https://www.dvinlabs.com/ __________________________________ FOLLOW JASON • Twitter: https://x.com/JasonYanowitz • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yanowitzjason/ • Website: https://blockworks.co/ FOLLOW BLOCKWORKS • Twitter: https://x.com/blockworks_ • Website: https://blockworks.co/ • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-blockworks-group/ FOLLOW KEVIN & WHEN SHIFT HAPPENS👇 Twitter (X): https://x.com/KevinWSHPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinwshpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier_ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Website: https://www.podpage.com/when-shift-happens/ __________________________________ DISCLAIMER The info contained herein is for informational purposes only. Nothing herein shall be construed to be financial, legal, or tax advice. The content of this video is solely the opinions of the speakers who are not a licensed financial advisor or registered investment advisor. Trading cryptocurrencies poses considerable risk of loss. The speakers do not guarantee any particular outcome. __________________________________ 0:00 Introduction 2:06 Sponsors 2:30 Biggest Mistake in Business 4:55 Blockworks Founders 6:02 Who is Jason Yanowitz? 7:04 Getting into Digital Marketing 10:06 Pyramid Schemes VS Sh*t Coins 11:30 Lessons Learned from Pyramid Schemes 13:59 Ending Finance Career for Crypto 15:16 Launching a Business 18:17 Crypto Currency Fascination 20:48 Using Events to Break into the System 22:18 Starting a Business with No Experience 23:49 Building a Media Company 26:48 Dollar Value in the Market 30:36 DVIN Labs Partnership 31:00 Cutting a $7 Million Business 34:27 Launching Empire Podcast 35:46 Why Can a Podcast be so Valuable? 38:11 Brand Awareness VS Customer Acquisition 39:39 Hidden Economics of a Conference Business 43:40 Model for Todays Media Companies 47:30 Data Business Importance 50:10 Raising $12 Million 52:01 Staying Authentic after Success 53:34 Dealing with Pressure 54:43 Experiencing/ Dealing with Cluster Headaches 1:05:52 Dealing with Health Issues 1:08:00 Public Perception of Fragility 1:11:02 Vulnerability is a Superpower 1:12:48 Crypto is a Violent Industry 1:13:37 Execution VS Thinking 1:15:47 Reaching Fulfillment 1:17:37 Happiness Comes from Struggle 1:19:30 Love for the Business 1:22:21 Expanding the Company 1:25:45 Hiring the Right People 1:29:24 People Management as a Founder 1:31:51 Seeing the World in Markets 1:35:08 Financial VS Societal Interest 1:38:46 Trump VS Kamala for Crypto 1:42:12 Fascinating American History 1:44:03 Importance of American History 1:45:59 Non-Consensus Beliefs 1:48:08 Prediction for the Next 12 Months ​

    26 September 2024, 4:53 pm
  • 1 hour 19 minutes
    E88: dVIN Co-Founder - Disrupting the $250B Wine Industry With Blockchain

    David Garrett is the co-founder and CEO of DVIN Labs, a pioneering company revolutionizing the wine industry by merging blockchain technology with luxury and investment-grade wine. With a background in tech and entrepreneurship, David has a deep passion for wine, having built businesses across multiple countries and becoming a key figure in the wine-tech space. At DVIN Labs, he is focused on turning wine into a digital asset by creating transparent, secure, and decentralized solutions that make investing in wine more accessible. David is committed to using innovative technologies to reshape how consumers and wine producers interact with fine wine as an asset class. In this conversation, we dive into: - What is DVIN Labs? - Getting into the Wine Industry - $250 Billion Asset Class - Prediction for the Next 12 Months - Lessons Learned from Travel - Putting Wine on the Blockchain - Foreseeing Digital Disruption & much more! __________________________________ PARTNERS 🚀 Jupiter is the most used Decentralized Exchange in Crypto and the largest DEX by volume on Solana. https://jup.ag/ ♾️ Astar Network is a Web3 hub for innovation, offering tools and a blockchain platform for decentralized apps and smart contracts. It invites users to innovate and connect in a community-driven ecosystem, transforming ideas into reality with its robust infrastructure. https://astar.network/ 🤖 SwissBorg is Europe’s top trusted crypto app offering user-centric investment platforms and DeFi asset management with reliability and innovation. Sign up with this link and earn up to €100 : https://join.swissborg.com/r/kevinH6E7 ♾ Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. https://www.coinsilium.com 🍷 Dvin is building the operating system for the $100 billion wine industry. https://www.dvinlabs.com/ __________________________________ FOLLOW DAVID GARRET • Twitter: https://x.com/dgdvin • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidgarrett FOLLOW dVIN LABS • Twitter: https://x.com/dvinlabs • Website: https://www.dvinlabs.com/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dvinlabs/ FOLLOW KEVIN & WHEN SHIFT HAPPENS👇 Twitter (X): https://x.com/KevinWSHPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinwshpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier_ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Website: https://www.podpage.com/when-shift-happens/ __________________________________ DISCLAIMER The info contained herein is for informational purposes only. Nothing herein shall be construed to be financial, legal, or tax advice. The content of this video is solely the opinions of the speakers who are not a licensed financial advisor or registered investment advisor. Trading cryptocurrencies poses considerable risk of loss. The speakers do not guarantee any particular outcome. #Entrepreneurship #Crypto #news __________________________________ Video Chapters 0:00 Introduction of David Garret 1:28 Our Valued Sponsors 2:15 Life Outside the States 5:50 Introducing David Garret 7:35 The Gift of Adventure 9:07 Taking Your Time 10:40 Wanting More 12:05 Lessons Learned from Travel 14:14 Secret of Fine Wine 17:03 Foreseeing Digital Disruption 20:16 Argentina and the Wine Business 22:05 Getting into the Wine Industry 28:59 Data on the Wine Industry 34:39 What is DVIN Labs? 37:39 Wine Data: Consumption VS Purchase 44:33 $250 Billion Asset Class 50:09 Wine Industry Gatekeepers 52:25 Wine Risks and Middlemen 54:34 Putting Wine on the Blockchain 1:00:30 VIN Coin with Wine 1:04:41 Liquidity in the Wine Industry 1:08:27 Wine Industry Regulatory & Pricing 1:13:21 Prediction for the Next 12 Months 1:17:07 Concluding Advice

    19 September 2024, 3:21 am
  • 1 hour 49 minutes
    E87: Why Solo Bitcoin Mining is Dead (How to Succeed with a Bigger Network) - Sui Network Founder

    Adeniyi Abiodun is the Co-Founder and CPO of Mysten Labs and of the Sui Network, a Layer 1 blockchain designed to make digital asset ownership fast, private, secure, and accessible to everyone. we dive into: - Building a project with 5 Cofounders!! - The Current State of Bitcoin Mining - How to deal with burnout as a Founder - Building the Facebook Libra Project - The Sui Network - God, Spirituality, and Destiny And much more! __________________________________ PARTNERS 🚀 Jupiter is the most used Decentralized Exchange in Crypto and the largest DEX by volume on Solana. https://jup.ag/ ♾️ Astar Network is a Web3 hub for innovation, offering tools and a blockchain platform for decentralized apps and smart contracts. It invites users to innovate and connect in a community-driven ecosystem, transforming ideas into reality with its robust infrastructure. https://astar.network/ 🤖 SwissBorg is Europe’s top trusted crypto app offering user-centric investment platforms and DeFi asset management with reliability and innovation. Sign up with this link and earn up to €100 : https://join.swissborg.com/r/kevinH6E7 ♾ Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. https://www.coinsilium.com 🍷 Dvin is building the operating system for the $100 billion wine industry. https://www.dvinlabs.com/ __________________________________ FOLLOW ADENIYI ABIODUN👇 • Twitter: https://x.com/EmanAbio • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmanuel-abiodun/ FOLLOW SUI NETWORK 👇 • Twitter: https://x.com/SuiNetwork • Website: https://sui.io/ FOLLOW MYSTEN LABS 👇 • Twitter: https://x.com/Mysten_Labs • Website: https://www.mystenlabs.com/ FOLLOW KEVIN & WHEN SHIFT HAPPENS👇 Twitter (X): https://x.com/KevinWSHPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinwshpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier_ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Website: https://www.podpage.com/when-shift-happens/ __________________________________ DISCLAIMER The info contained herein is for informational purposes only. Nothing herein shall be construed to be financial, legal, or tax advice. The content of this video is solely the opinions of the speakers who are not a licensed financial advisor or registered investment advisor. Trading cryptocurrencies poses considerable risk of loss. The speakers do not guarantee any particular outcome. __________________________________ Timestamps 0:00 Intro 1:35: Our Valued Sponsors 2:22 Five Co-Founders 5:56 Team Decision Making Process 7:10 What is Democratized Internet? 9:21 Who is Adeniyi Abiodun? 12:01 Arsenal and ETH Fans Alike 15:20 Culture Difference in UK Vs US 20:34 Leaving the UK 21:20 The Jump into Entrepreneurship 24:51 Hidden Economics Behind Bitcoin Mining 27:30 How Hard is Bitcoin Mining? 30:31 DVIN Labs Partnership 30:55 Experiencing a Mental Burnout 34:32 Entrepreneurs and Uncertainty 35:56 Living a Predictable Life 37:53 The Love for Chaos 39:37 Founder Character Traits 43:02 Gaps in Founders Skillsets 44:41 What is Facebooks’ Libra? 47:47 Facebook Project Libra Failing? 51:51 Government Power over Tech and Data 54:35 Neutral Stance in Blockchain 57:53 Switzerland System in Other Countries 58:55 What is Bitcoin and Crypto? 01:01:17 Biggest Problem in Crypto 01:03:08 Product Builder Issues 01:04:43 What is Mysten Labs? 01:06:26 What is Sui Network? 01:09:54 How Does Sui Network Deliver? 01:12:37 Do We Need Another Layer 1? 01:15:34 What is Walrus Protocol? 01:18:32 Raoul Pal as an Advisor 01:22:01 Importance of Space Exploration for Humanity 01:24:59 Space is Infinite 01:26:45 Too Much Money on Space? 01:29:28 What is God? 01:31:24 Why Believe in God? 01:33:35 Spirituality and Truth 01:35:37 Do You Believe in Destiny? 01:37:00 Spirituality/ God in Tragic Events 01:41:09 Unexplainable Tragic Events 01:43:26 Taking Health for Granted 01:45:46 Impact of Having Children 01:47:58 Next 12 Months

    12 September 2024, 6:09 am
  • 1 hour 44 minutes
    E86: Alliance Founding Partner - The Secret to Winning in Crypto (from a Top Investor)

    Qiao Wang is the Founding Partner AllianceDAO, the leading crypto accelerator & founder community. He is also the coHost of  @goodgamepod  , the no BS insights podcast for crypto founders. In this conversation, we dive into: -What It Takes To Be a Great Founder and Investor -How To Make it Big in Crypto -Liquid Investing -Why It's Not Hard to Be Great in 2024 -Why Qiao Sold his ETH and WIF -Investing VS Trading -Key Traits to Make it into the Next Alliance DAO Batch -Autistic Crypto Founders -Why Qiao is Bullish on Solana -Skillset of a Succesful Investor And much more! __________________________________ PARTNERS 🚀 Jupiter is the most used Decentralized Exchange in Crypto and the largest DEX by volume on Solana. https://jup.ag/ ♾️ Astar Network is a Web3 hub for innovation, offering tools and a blockchain platform for decentralized apps and smart contracts. It invites users to innovate and connect in a community-driven ecosystem, transforming ideas into reality with its robust infrastructure. https://astar.network/ 🤖 SwissBorg is Europe’s top trusted crypto app offering user-centric investment platforms and DeFi asset management with reliability and innovation. Sign up with this link and earn up to €100 : https://join.swissborg.com/r/kevinH6E7 ♾ Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. https://www.coinsilium.com 🍷 Dvin is building the operating system for the $100 billion wine industry. https://www.dvinlabs.com/ __________________________________ Follow Qiao Wang • Twitter: https://x.com/QwQiao • Website: https://medium.com/@qwqiao Keep up with Alliance • Twitter: https://x.com/alliancedao • Website: https://alliance.xyz/ Follow Kevin & The When Shift Happens Podcast👇 Twitter (X): https://x.com/KevinWSHPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinwshpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier_ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Website: https://www.podpage.com/when-shift-ha... __________________________________ DISCLAIMER The info contained herein is for informational purposes only. Nothing herein shall be construed to be financial, legal, or tax advice. The content of this video is solely the opinions of the speakers who are not a licensed financial advisor or registered investment advisor. Trading cryptocurrencies poses considerable risk of loss. The speakers do not guarantee any particular outcome. #Entrepreneurship #Crypto #rich __________________________________ Video Chapters 0:00 Introduction 1:42 Our Valued Sponsors 2:28 What is your Mission? 3:29 Who is Qiao Wang? 4:02 Life Living with Parents 5:09 Life Leading to Success 7:50 Childhood Impacts 9:54 Support System Leading to Success 10:45 Willingness to Take Risks 11:48 Getting into Crypto 15:20 Conviction to Believe in Solana 22:50 Crypto Growth Valuations 25:14 Excelling as a Crypto Investor 26:56 Personality Traits for Founders VS Investors 28:36 Developing Judgement? 30:08 DVIN Labs Partnership 31:04 Investing VS Trading 33:33 Skills to Excel in Investing/Trading 35:20 Value/Growth Investing in Crypto 38:58 Money Goes Where Their Attention Is 43:43 Crypto Magical Moments 45:43 Qiao Wang Crypto Portfolio 47:03 BTC, ETH, SOL, and Coinbase 48:09 Playing Market Cycles 50:05 Typical Journey of a Crypto Investor 51:28 Real Coins VS Sh*t Coins 55:09 Meme Coins Longevity 58:29 Meme Narrative Over? 1:00:43 Autistic Crypto Founders 1:03:53 Building AllianceDAO 1:06:54 Luca Netz and Pudgy Penguins 1:10:18 Emotionally Married to ETH 1:11:45 Surviving Bear Market as a Founder 1:14:33 Finding a Co-Founder 1:19:00 Importance of Integrity 1:23:58 Money and Fame in Crypto 1:25:14 Motive for Builders and Investors 1:27:25 Weak People Behavior 1:31:49 Tensor Team 1:33:53 Having Kids Impact on Life 1:35:02 Money and Happiness Correlation 1:37:14 Attaining Longevity 1:40:58 Non-Consensus Beliefs 1:44:07 Prediction for the Next 12 Months

    5 September 2024, 11:58 pm
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