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Check out Red Beard Radio every week, as we dive into the world of Web3 through the lens of venture investors. Our goal is simple: to explore the latest news, various sectors, and standout companies driving Web3 adoption. Expect deep dives into the heart of Web3, where we untangle its complexities and uncover what's propelling its rapid growth. Our focus is on what matters to investors—identifying trends and opportunities in this decentralized landscape. Each episode features a guest—an expert or innovator in the Web3 space. Through candid interviews, we extract their insights, experiences, and contributions, offering you exclusive access to the minds shaping this frontier. From blockchain breakthroughs to the rise of decentralized finance, NFTs, and the expanding metaverse, our discussions cover it all. Whether you're a seasoned investor seeking new perspectives or someone curious about Web3, our aim is to provide clarity and depth. Join us on this journey through Web3, where connections are forged, wisdom is shared, and together, we shape the narrative of this decentralized future, one episode at a time. Red Beard Ventures : https://redbeard.ventures/ Angel List Syndicate: https://venture.angellist.com/red-bea... Red Beard Radio is Sponsored by Alto. Alto makes it easy for individuals to invest in alternative assets with their retirement funds through a self-directed IRA. Access private deals on Alto Marketplace, their new platform for accredited investors: https://www.altoira.com/marketplace

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February 22, 20241 hr 10 min

ETHDenver 2024 with Founder John Paller: DeFi, NFTs, DAOs, and RFK Jr.

Prepare for a deep dive into the epic ETHDenver 2024 with founder, John Paller. John shares how ETHDenver has grown to the premiere event it is today and how the festival fosters cutting-edge blockchain innovations, while also having a lively discussion with RBV's Drew Austin that you CANNOT miss! Plus, get a sneak peek at the star-studded speaker lineup, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr.! Don't miss this inside look at the future of crypto and community building on the eve of one of the year's biggest events.Red Beard Ventures : https://redbeard.ventures/Angel List Syndicate: https://venture.angellist.com/red-beard-ventures-drew-austin/syndicate?utm_campaign=syndicate_direct_linkRed Beard Radio is Sponsored by Alto. Alto makes it easy for individuals to invest in alternative assets with their retirement funds through a self-directed IRA. Access private deals on Alto Marketplace, their new platform for accredited investors: https://www.altoira.com/marketplaceX: @RedBeardVCWatch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY-DGmpg2v2rEcXEjn8hJlw

February 14, 20241 hr 2 min

Unleashing Bitcoin's Potential with Kyle Ellicott of Bitcoin Frontier Fund

On this episode, Drew Austin welcomes Kyle Ellicott, partner at Stacks Ventures to the show to discuss everything Bitcoin! Some topics they dive into include:The Rise of Smart Contracts and Applications on BitcoinAn intro to the Stacks network and how it brings smart contracts and programmability to Bitcoin through its layer 2 solution.The upcoming Nakamoto upgrade and how it will improve transaction speeds on StacksThe future of the Stacks ecosystem and greater Bitcoin layer 2 spaceRed Beard Ventures : https://redbeard.ventures/Angel List Syndicate: https://venture.angellist.com/red-beard-ventures-drew-austin/syndicate?utm_campaign=syndicate_direct_linkRed Beard Radio is Sponsored by Alto. Alto makes it easy for individuals to invest in alternative assets with their retirement funds through a self-directed IRA. Access private deals on Alto Marketplace, their new platform for accredited investors: https://www.altoira.com/marketplaceX: @RedBeardVCWatch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY-DGmpg2v2rEcXEjn8hJlw

February 6, 202430 min

Red Beard Ventures Summit 2024 | VC PANEL: Investing & Managing Angel Syndicates

A detailed discussion on fundraising strategies for frontier technology investments through syndicates, including managing expectations with founders regarding unpredictable fundraising amounts, demonstrating viable paths to liquidity for investors, and performing diligent technical validation of deep tech opportunities.Some topics Include:1. Managing expectations2. Addressing "Investor Fatigue"3. Building tools for responsible AI usePanel Participants: Drew Austin, Managing Partner, Red Beard VenturesElana Gold (Dickman), Partner, Red Beard VenturesMax Frenkel, General Partner, GaingelsDaniel Gould, Venture Partner, Asymmetry VenturesRed Beard Ventures: https://redbeard.ventures/Angel List Syndicate: https://venture.angellist.com/red-beard-ventures-drew-austin/syndicate?utm_campaign=syndicate_direct_linkRed Beard Radio is Sponsored by Alto. Alto makes it easy for individuals to invest in alternative assets with their retirement funds through a self-directed IRA. Access private deals on Alto Marketplace, their new platform for accredited investors: https://www.altoira.com/marketplaceX: @RedBeardVCWatch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY-DGmpg2v2rEcXEjn8hJlw

February 6, 202428 min

Red Beard Ventures Summit 2024 | Digital Arts and Collectibles

Taken from the 2024 Red Beard Ventures Summit, this awesome panel explored the future of digital art and NFTs. Get a thorough discussion on the balance between free content and scarcity, the role of storytelling in digital goods, and the connection between physical and digital collectibles.Panel Participants:- Roger Dickerman, Founder, Artifex- John Crain, CEO, Superrare- Jerry Zhang, Product Manager, Basic.Space- Roham Gharegozlou, CEO/Co-founder, Dapper Labs- DeShone Kizer, CEO/Cofounder, One of NoneKey Topics:- Balancing free content and scarcity in digital goods- The role of storytelling in promoting digital goods- The relationship between physical and digital collectiblesRed Beard Ventures: https://redbeard.ventures/Angel List Syndicate: https://venture.angellist.com/red-beard-ventures-drew-austin/syndicate?utm_campaign=syndicate_direct_linkRed Beard Radio is Sponsored by Alto. Alto makes it easy for individuals to invest in alternative assets with their retirement funds through a self-directed IRA. Access private deals on Alto Marketplace, their new platform for accredited investors: https://www.altoira.com/marketplaceX: @RedBeardVCWatch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY-DGmpg2v2rEcXEjn8hJlw

February 6, 202431 min

Red Beard Ventures Summit 2024 | What is Needed for AR/VR to Reach Mainstream Adoption?

Dive into the future of immersive tech with this panel from the RBV Summit 2024, as our panelists unpack the latest buzz surrounding Apple's Vision Pro headset and discuss the key issues shaping the VR/AR landscape.Panel Participants:- Michael Gold, Venture Partner, Red Beard Ventures- Jeri Ellsworth, CEO, Tilt Five- Mark Studholme, Co-founder, Avatar.One- Nanea Reeves, Founder/CEO, TRIPPMain Topics:- Technology: Hardware capabilities of Vision Pro- Strategies for long-term user retention in VR/AR- Evaluating AR/VR investment opportunitiesRed Beard Ventures: https://redbeard.ventures/Angel List Syndicate: https://venture.angellist.com/red-beard-ventures-drew-austin/syndicate?utm_campaign=syndicate_direct_linkRed Beard Radio is Sponsored by Alto. Alto makes it easy for individuals to invest in alternative assets with their retirement funds through a self-directed IRA. Access private deals on Alto Marketplace, their new platform for accredited investors: https://www.altoira.com/marketplaceX: @RedBeardVCWatch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY-DGmpg2v2rEcXEjn8hJlw

February 6, 202431 min

Red Beard Ventures Summit 2024 | Trends & innovations in Biotech

Drew Austin welcomes two experts in the Biotech field to discuss discoveries in psychedelics, cancer treatment, and more. Peter Weijmarshausen, CEO/Co-founder of Humane Genomics and Sam Clark, Founder/CEO of Terran Biosciences highlight how biotech is offering amazing opportunities for investments in scientific innovation. Participating Panelists:- Drew Austin, Managing Partner, Red Beard Ventures- Peter Weijmarshausen, CEO/Co-founder, Humane Genomics- Sam Clark, Founder/CEO, Terran BiosciencesMain Topics:- Terran Bioscience developing prescription psychedelic therapies for mental health.- Human Genomics' revolutionary approach to using synthetic biology to target and eliminate cancer cells.- The challenges of scientific innovation.- Finding opportunities for capital deployment in biotech- Developing affordable treatments for all - making healthcare accessibleRed Beard Ventures: https://redbeard.ventures/Angel List Syndicate: https://venture.angellist.com/red-beard-ventures-drew-austin/syndicate?utm_campaign=syndicate_direct_linkRed Beard Radio is Sponsored by Alto. Alto makes it easy for individuals to invest in alternative assets with their retirement funds through a self-directed IRA. Access private deals on Alto Marketplace, their new platform for accredited investors: https://www.altoira.com/marketplaceX: @RedBeardVCWatch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY-DGmpg2v2rEcXEjn8hJlw

February 6, 202432 min

Red Beard Ventures Summit 2024 | Innovations that Make Climate Cool

An important and complex talk on the future of sustainability with this RBV Summit 2024 panel, as MIke Flanigan of Seasats and Alan Perlstein of California Cultured share their expertise and discuss groundbreaking solutions for a healthier planet. Participating Panelists:- Elana Gold (Dickman), Partner, Red Beard Ventures- Mike Flanigan, CEO, Seasats- Alan Perlstein, CEO, California CulturedMain Topics:- Seasat's autonomous data-gathering boats that track ocean health and empower informed decisions.- California Cultured's sustainable approach to producing delicious foods like chocolate and coffee- Politics, regulations, and the fight for sustainability- New opportunities arising because of the changing climateRed Beard Ventures: https://redbeard.ventures/Angel List Syndicate: https://venture.angellist.com/red-beard-ventures-drew-austin/syndicate?utm_campaign=syndicate_direct_linkRed Beard Radio is Sponsored by Alto. Alto makes it easy for individuals to invest in alternative assets with their retirement funds through a self-directed IRA. Access private deals on Alto Marketplace, their new platform for accredited investors: https://www.altoira.com/marketplaceX: @RedBeardVCWatch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY-DGmpg2v2rEcXEjn8hJlw

February 6, 202432 min

Red Beard Ventures Summit 2024 | The Future of Creator Tooling

The creative revolution is alive during this RBV Summit 2024 panel on the intersection of AI and human ingenuity! Learn from experts on the future of creator tooling, AI as a sidekick, deepfakes, and so much more!Panelists:- Adam Posner, Founder, NHP Talent Group- Alex Casassovici, Founder, Azarus- Falon Fatemi, Co-Founder/CEO, Fireside Chat- Marcus Feistl, COO, Limewire- Bradley Miles, Co-founder/CEO, Roll- Charlie Curtis, CEO, Cub3Main Topics:- Using AI to optimize workflows, assist, and inspire, without compromising creativity- How technology cultivates communities, while also focusing on privacy- Deepfakes, ethics, and emerging AR, VR, and spatial computingRed Beard Ventures: https://redbeard.ventures/Angel List Syndicate: https://venture.angellist.com/red-beard-ventures-drew-austin/syndicate?utm_campaign=syndicate_direct_linkRed Beard Radio is Sponsored by Alto. Alto makes it easy for individuals to invest in alternative assets with their retirement funds through a self-directed IRA. Access private deals on Alto Marketplace, their new platform for accredited investors: https://www.altoira.com/marketplaceX: @RedBeardVCWatch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY-DGmpg2v2rEcXEjn8hJlw

February 6, 202428 min

Red Beard Ventures Summit 2024 | DeFi and the Financial Revolution

Time to demystify DeFi and crypto with leading experts! This RBV 2024 Summit panel uncovers cutting-edge trends like tokenized assets, bridging traditional finance, and more. Get ready to explore and learn!Participating Panelists:- Mitchell Wilburn, Principal, Red Beard Ventures- Jerome Faury, CEO, Immersve- Stefan Rust, Founder, Truflation- Paul Ferguon, Co-founder, AztecoMain Topics:- Predicting what assets will dominate the tokenization scene in the coming years- Regulations, protecting consumers in the crypto space, and fostering innovation- Marrying traditional finance with user-friendly DeFi products- Connecting real-world assets to blockchain technologyRed Beard Ventures: https://redbeard.ventures/Angel List Syndicate: https://venture.angellist.com/red-beard-ventures-drew-austin/syndicate?utm_campaign=syndicate_direct_linkRed Beard Radio is Sponsored by Alto. Alto makes it easy for individuals to invest in alternative assets with their retirement funds through a self-directed IRA. Access private deals on Alto Marketplace, their new platform for accredited investors: https://www.altoira.com/marketplaceX: @RedBeardVCWatch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY-DGmpg2v2rEcXEjn8hJlw

February 6, 202428 min

Red Beard Ventures Summit 2024 | Living in an Immersive Digital World

This panel discussion is your roadmap to navigating the exciting world of the metaverse and its investment potential! Tune in as our expert panelists of builders give insights on the future commerce, interaction, and innovation within the ever-expanding immersive digital world.Participating Panelists:- Drew Austin, Managing Partner, Red Beard Ventures- N3O, Founder, Zero Tech- Hrish Lotlikar, CEO/Co-founder, SuperWorld- Dirk Lueth, Co-founder/Co-CEO, Upland- Nicola Sebastiani, CCO, The SandboxMain Topics:- How the metaverse can enhance and integrate physical lives- Opportunities for creating content, token-powered commerce, and brand participation- Technical challenges and limitations and figuring out interoperability in pursuit of mass adoptionRed Beard Ventures: https://redbeard.ventures/Angel List Syndicate: https://venture.angellist.com/red-beard-ventures-drew-austin/syndicate?utm_campaign=syndicate_direct_linkRed Beard Radio is Sponsored by Alto. Alto makes it easy for individuals to invest in alternative assets with their retirement funds through a self-directed IRA. Access private deals on Alto Marketplace, their new platform for accredited investors: https://www.altoira.com/marketplaceX: @RedBeardVCWatch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY-DGmpg2v2rEcXEjn8hJlw