Ep: 217 - Daniel Kolitz on "The Goon Squad", Gretchen Andrew on Facetune Portraits, Bunny on Racer.fun, Mina Fahmi on Sandbar and AI Wearables

Thank you to 0x and Polygon for supporting this stream.    00:00 Introduction to Boys Club Live 01:32 Guest Lineup and Show Overview 02:33 Big News with Polygon 06:53 Year in Review  17:58 AI Design and Branding with Jamey Gannon 36:09 The Payment Stack with John Egan 43:04 Challenges of Cross-Border Transactions 43:58 The Role of Stablecoins and Blockchain 45:38 Competing with Established Brands 47:58 Polygon's Unique Position and Vision 53:21 The Future of Global Payments and AI 57:52 Retail Trading with Andrew McCormick 01:14:40 Throuples in WSJ 01:25:31 Introducing @Quasimatt 01:26:32 True Religion Jeans Comeback 01:29:22 Cultural Moods of 2025 01:40:22 Pete Davidson's Tattoo Removal 01:45:32 Six Seven Meme and Cultural Trends 01:51:46 Personal Cultural Moods for 2026 01:57:19 Closing Thoughts and Wrap-Up  

Thank you to 0x and Polygon for supporting this stream. 

Thank you to 0x and Polygon for supporting this stream.   

Thank you to 0x and Polygon for supporting this stream. 

Live from Money Rails by Polygon at Devconnect 2025.    00:00 Introduction to Boys Club Live at Devconnect 00:41 Setting the Scene: Dev Connect and Money Rails 02:48 Draft Tweets: A Fun Warm-Up 05:50 Shoutouts and Event Highlights 10:23 Exploring Argentina 15:44 Trending Topics at Devconnect 25:17 Interview with Sandeep Nailwal of Polygon 38:03 Polygon's Network Effects and Scalability 39:11 Real-World Utility and Daily Active Users 40:32 Big Announcements: Revolut and MasterCard 42:06 Shill Minute: Meditation and Spirituality 46:05 Interview with William Duran from Minteo 46:40 The Importance of Local Stablecoins 52:59 Regulatory Environment in Latin America 01:08:34 Interview with Patrick Kearney from Relay 01:17:30 Reflecting on the Journey 01:17:50 Challenges and Security in Bridging 01:18:36 Popular Swaps and Trends 01:19:37 The Shill Minute: DJs 01:23:13 Phishing Scams and Security Tips 01:26:55 Upcoming Event and Networking 01:29:45 Interview with Grigore Rosu from Pi Squared 01:48:37 Conclusion and Farewell

Thank you to Polygon for supporting this podcast.  

Thank you to Polygon for supporting this podcast.  

Thank you to Polygon for supporting this podcast. 03:26 Introduction to Peptides 05:03 Disclaimer and FDA Approval Discussion 21:47 Cultural Movement and Personal Journey 26:53 Peptide Market and Supply Chain 34:57 Introduction to Testing Methods 35:41 Endotoxin and Heavy Metals Screening 36:59 Comparison with The Ordinary 39:41 Community Testing and Group Buys 41:04 Sourcing and Manufacturing Challenges 43:32 Product Popularity and FDA Approval 44:57 Deplatforming  48:12 Personal Reflections on Peptides 58:23 Housekeeping and Final Thoughts  

In this live episode of Boys Club, the hosts kick off the show from Williamsburg, Brooklyn, introducing new co-host Miranda and covering a broad spectrum of topics with their guests.   Special Guests: Tom Schmidt, Priyanka Desai, Paris Martineau and Dini Mullaji     They discuss the state of crypto with Tom Schmidt, covering market trends and the evolving industry landscape. Priyanka Desai from ADIN shares insights about autonomous venture networks, and Dini Mullaji explains the AI-driven matchmaking platform Sitch. Investigative journalist Paris Martineau delves into her viral report on lead contamination in protein supplements, highlighting significant health risks. Throughout, the episode maintains a blend of informative and lighthearted moments, addressing both technological advancements and pertinent consumer safety issues.   Timestamps:  00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:15 Today's Special Episode Overview 02:41 Sponsor Messages and Announcements 08:20 Guest Introduction: Tom Schmidt 13:43 Discussion on Crypto Market and Trends 21:44 Mega Eth and Ethereum Foundation Discourse 33:03 Heist at the Louvre 38:14 Meeting and Initial Conversation 38:28 Draft Tweet Discussion 39:53 Art Blocks and Marfa Experience 41:49 Generative Art and NFTs 43:33 AI in Art and Market Trends 49:42 Venture Investing and ADIN 55:58 Shill Minute and Fun Chat 59:21 Upcoming Events and Peptides 01:09:47 Introduction to Stitch AI Matchmaker 01:11:44 In-Depth Onboarding Process 01:12:18 Hand-Reviewed Matches 01:12:33 User Feedback and Honesty 01:13:01 AI's Role in Matchmaking 01:13:28 Reflective Conversations with AI 01:13:50 Balancing Preferences and Flexibility 01:14:32 Non-Negotiables and Red Flags 01:15:02 Matchmaking vs. Swiping 01:15:11 Discussion on 'The Materialists' 01:16:26 Privacy in the App 01:17:18 Specific Dating Preferences 01:17:52 High Intent Users 01:21:36 Company Growth and Expansion 01:23:20 The Concept of Matchmaking 01:23:45 Fundraising and Future Plans 01:24:38 Seasonal Dating Trends 01:25:52 Marketing Strategy 01:29:25 Protein Supplements and Safety 01:31:26 Lead in Protein Supplements 01:33:42 Regulation and Inspection Issues 01:34:48 Consumer Advice on Protein 01:39:21 Viral Impact and Public Reaction 01:40:38 Future Investigations 01:41:27 Nick Cage Movie Marathon 01:44:15 Closing Remarks   Susbcribe to the Newsletters: https://tooonline.beehiiv.com/ https://boysclub.beehiiv.com/  

This live episode, broadcasted from New York City, dives into diverse and fascinating topics, featuring various speakers Each segment is packed with valuable insights and thought-provoking discussions making for an engaging and informative live show.   Timestamps: 00:00 Live from New York City: Kicking Off the Show 01:12 Today's Exciting Agenda 11:19 Art Market Insights with Blake Uchin 36:31 Poly Market Drama: Insider Trading or Resourcefulness? 47:35 Technical Difficulties and Guest Farewell 48:03 Welcoming the Next Guest: Samantha Cole 50:15 Draft Tweets and Twitter Woes 51:43 ChatGPT's Erotica Mode and AI Relationships 55:07 Age Verification and Data Privacy Concerns 01:17:19 Gen Z Investing and Buy Now Pay Later Trends 01:25:34 Crypto Adoption and Institutional Involvement 01:28:42 Fertility Rates and Trad Wives Discussion 01:33:44 What's in My Bag and Show Wrap-Up   Subscribe to our newsletters: https://tooonline.beehiiv.com/ https://boysclub.beehiiv.com/