Women In DeFi

In this season finale episode of the Women in DeFi Podcast sponsored by Bridges, our host Breanne Delgado, founder of the Women’s March and web3 activist is joined by Lynnae Sauer, COO of Bridges Exchange. We’ll be celebrating the 1 year anniversary of officially launching Bridges, and taking a look back at all that’s happened since. Plus, stick around for a few teasers on what’s yet to come. This is one episode you won’t want to miss! Join us next season with more incredible Women in DeFi.What To Listen ForWhat’s changed since launchingNew features and how they benefit youHow the new aggregator works and how it adds to our vision of accessibility All about on and off rampsCrypto for the holidaysUsing the Bridges Knowledgebase to learn cryptoThe really big back end update and why it’s epicIssues that Bridges Exchange resolves for the userA brief history of BridgesHow the team has handled hiccupsFeatures, features, and more featuresThe team’s humble beginningsThe mission and visionWhy we do what we doThe benefits of a borderless currencyAbout Lynnae SauerBefore co-founding Bridges, Lynnae developed a career as a product manager in FinTech and travel technology startups. She has worked in many different agile teams with frontend, backend, and fullstack solutions for both B2C and B2B products. Her core belief is that digital products should be ethically built first and foremost for the people using that product. Lynnae also holds an M.S. in Political Economy, interned in a nonprofit entrepreneurial support organization, and studied in four different countries.ResourcesSwap now on Bridges Exchange: https://app.bridges.exchange/ Join our community: https://discord.com/invite/bridges Learn about Web3 (Beginner Friendly!): https://learn.bridges.exchange/ 

In this episode of the Women in DeFi Podcast sponsored by Bridges, our host Breanne Delgado, founder of the Women’s March and web3 activist is joined by Kat and Yip from The Unit Network a 40-marketplace ecosystem created by a group of passionate individuals who dream of a world where people make a living doing what they love. Their ultimate goal is to harness technology to create a better, fairer world, and you won’t want to miss their stories!What To Listen ForHow Kat got involved in WEB3How The Unit Network helps to bridge the gapWhy Kat is passionate about the work The Unit Network doesHow Yip got involved in WEB3Why The Unit Network’s work is important to YipHow the social entrepreneurship movement in contributing to bridging capitalism, philanthropy, and technology The history of blockchain and how The Unit Network will be a part of that historyThe main features built into The Unit Network and how they benefit usersEnabling everyone regardless of their background to participate in WEB3Accepting crypto as an inevitabilityCreating your own tokensWhere to start with The Unit Network if you’re brand new to WEB3Resources available through The Unit Network to take you from blockchain newbie to having your own wallet, your own token, and beyondThe importance of creating safe spaces, talking about mental health, and inspiring women within the ecosystemHow they anchor into the purpose of The Unit NetworkWhere they see women in WEB3 in 2025About The Unit NetworkDeveloped on the Polkadot network, Unit aims to be a user-friendly and accessible platform that makes tokenisation easy for everyone from all backgrounds.Unit Network is created by a group of down-to-earth passionate individuals focused on building a decentralized collaborative economy. They believe the sovereignty and freedom that flow from decentralization are integral to thriving communities. Unit Network has over 15,000 people within its 40-marketplace ecosystem and dreams of a world where people make a living doing what they love, harnessing technology to create thriving communities and a better, fairer world.How to Reach The Unit Networkhttps://www.unit.network/home https://telegram.im/unitnetworkhttps:/.twitter.com/theunitnetwork ResourcesSwap now on Bridges Exchange: https://app.bridges.exchange/ Join our community: https://discord.com/invite/bridges Learn about Web3 (Beginner Friendly!): https://learn.bridges.exchange/ 

En este episodio muy especial en español del podcast Women in DeFi patrocinado por Bridges, nos acompaña una vez más Irma Bravo, conocida en línea como la Reina NFT y la Madrina NFT por su deseo de compartir su conocimiento, responder preguntas. y servir como un sherpa WEB3 para los nuevos en el espacio. Irma comparte su pasión al estilo TedTalk mientras se sumerge en sus mejores consejos para comenzar en el espacio.In this very special, all-spanish episode of the Women in DeFi Podcast sponsored by Bridges, we are joined once again by Irma Bravo, who is known as the NFT Queen and NFT Godmother online because of her desire to share her knowledge, answer questions and serve as a WEB3 sherpa to those new in the space. Irma’s sharing her passion TedTalk-style as she dives into her best tips for getting started in the space. Sobre Irma BravoIrma es comerciante y coleccionista de NFT, así como diseñadora de patrones de superficie y escritora apasionada por todo lo relacionado con WEB3. Se la conoce como la Reina de NFT y la Madrina de NFT en muchos espacios en línea por su disposición a compartir su conocimiento sobre el tema y para ayudar a cualquier persona con sus preguntas. Si tiene alguna pregunta, quiere que sepa que sus DM siempre están abiertos.About Irma Bravo Irma is an NFT trader and collector, as well as a surface pattern designer and writer who has a passion for all things WEB3.She’s become known as the NFT Queen and the NFT Godmother in many online spaces for her willingness to share her knowledge on the subject and to help anyone with their questions. If you have any questions, she wants you to know her DMs are always open!Cómo llegar a Irma BravoEl manejador de Irma en todas las redes sociales es @irmisssimaHow to Reach Irma Bravo Irma’s handle on all the socials is @irmisssimaRecursosCambie ahora en Bridges Exchange: https://app.bridges.exchange/ Únete a nuestra comunidad: https://discord.com/invite/bridges Más información sobre Web3 (apto para principiantes): https://learn.bridges.exchange/Resources Swap now on Bridges Exchange: https://app.bridges.exchange/ Join our community: https://discord.com/invite/bridges Learn about Web3 (Beginner Friendly!): https://learn.bridges.exchange/ 

In this episode of the Women in DeFi Podcast sponsored by Bridges, our host Breanne Delgado, founder of the Women’s March and web3 activist is joined by Irma Bravo, who is known as the NFT Queen and NFT Godmother online because of her desire to share her knowledge, answer questions and serve as a WEB3 Sherpa to those new in the space. Irma’s passion for NFTs and blockchain technology shines through in this episode that you won’t want to miss!What To Listen ForThe many facets of IrmaMemorable moments in WEB3Her favorite source for staying up to date in the spaceHow big brands are integrating WEB3 into their workThe advantages of blockchain technologyThe power of community in WEB3How the future of real estate relates to NFTsHow blockchain technology is increasing accessibility and shaking up the distribution of wealthThe incredible possibilities of NFTs in the futureThe future of other technologies such as AR and AIWhat is generative art, why is it important, and how does it relate to NFTsIrma’s advice on getting started in the spaceHer best tips to really connect with others in blockchain communitiesWhere she feels women will be in WEB3 in 2025About Irma BravoIrma is an NFT trader and collector, as well as a surface pattern designer and writer who has a passion for all things WEB3.She’s become known as the NFT Queen and the NFT Godmother in many online spaces for her willingness to share her knowledge on the subject and to help anyone with their questions. If you have any questions, she wants you to know her DMs are always open!How to Reach Irma BravoIrma’s handle on all the socials is @irmisssimaResourcesSwap now on Bridges Exchange: https://app.bridges.exchange/ Join our community: https://discord.com/invite/bridges Learn about Web3 (Beginner Friendly!): https://learn.bridges.exchange/ 

In this episode of the Women in DeFi Podcast sponsored by Bridges, our host Breanne Delgado, founder of the Women’s March and web3 activist is joined by Reshma Saujani and Sahar Afrakhan, founders of The Choice DAO, an organization founded to coordinate a  community of volunteer activists and Web3 enthusiasts who are collectively working to raise capital to contribute to the the fight for reproductive rights. What To Listen ForWhat is Choice DAO and who is it for?Why building in WEB3 is important for womenDebunking WEB3 myths - It’s not just for bros!Building organizations and movements that uplift and fight for womenBreaking the cycle of fighting for the same scrapsHow we can truly reach freedomHow American work culture negatively impacts womenBreaking capitalismGiving choices back to women that aren’t based in guilt and shameThe illusion of choice in our societyPolicies created to control women - and how to take the control backCreating meaningful conversations around women’s rightsFostering change outside of fundraisersWhere they see women in WEB3 in 2025About Choice DAOThe Choice DAO is an organization founded to coordinate a  community of volunteer activists and Web3 enthusiasts who are collectively working to raise capital to contribute to the the fight for reproductive rights. How to Reach The Choice DAOhttps://www.choicedao.org/https://t.co/TCjleIdGFshttps://twitter.com/TheChoiceDAOhttps://twitter.com/reshmasaujanihttps://twitter.com/saharfyi ResourcesSwap now on Bridges Exchange: https://app.bridges.exchange/ Join our community: https://discord.com/invite/bridges Learn about Web3 (Beginner Friendly!): https://learn.bridges.exchange/ 

In this episode of the Women in DeFi Podcast sponsored by Bridges, our host Breanne Delgado, founder of the Women’s March and web3 activist is joined by Pam, Luisa, Michelle, and Marianna, founders of The Fund and hosts of The Fund for the Crypto Curious Podcast. These ladies are on a mission to deliver financial opportunities in Web3 to Black, Latina, First Generation, Indigenous, Women of the Global Majority, and the LGBTQIA+ community, and today, they’re spilling the tea on NFTs, as well as their own journeys with DeFi. What To Listen ForThe stats on women in the investment spaceWhy the transparency of the blockchain is beneficial to marginalized communitiesWhat’s possible with decentralized financeA gathering space vs. a communityHow they keep their space supportive and safe for allA community by besties for bestiesCreating a brave spaceWho’s in WEB3?The perks of becoming a founding member and how you can become oneHow they’re helping others learn the spaceTheir personal favorite pieces of the projectHow their built their roadmap for successThe NFT projects they’re excited about right nowHow NFT utility is evolving and how it’s changing the gameWhere they see women in WEB3 by 2025About The FundThe Fund is organized by four women on a mission to deliver financial opportunities in Web3 to Black, Latina, First Generation, Indigenous, Women of the Global Majority, and the LGBTQIA+ community.How to Reach The Fundhttps://thefundproject.co/https://twitter.com/thefundxyzhttps://discord.com/invite/ArZpJ5WdutResourcesSwap now on Bridges Exchange: https://app.bridges.exchange/ Join our community: https://discord.com/invite/bridges Learn about Web3 (Beginner Friendly!): https://learn.bridges.exchange/ 

In this episode of the Women in DeFi Podcast sponsored by Bridges, our host Breanne Delgado, founder of the Women’s March and web3 activist is joined by Pam, Luisa, Michelle, and Marianna, founders of The Fund and hosts of The Fund for the Crypto Curious Podcast. These ladies are on a mission to deliver financial opportunities in Web3 to Black, Latina, First Generation, Indigenous, Women of the Global Majority, and the LGBTQIA+ community, and today, they’re spilling the tea on NFTs, as well as their own journeys with DeFi. What To Listen ForHow Luisa got into the WEB3 spaceWhen Luisa moved from curiosity to actionMichelle’s background and how she became interested in the spaceTheir shared desire to bring other women up with themMarianna’s journey in DeFiGetting hooked on NFTsBlockchain BestiesHow The Fund Podcast was bornBuilding a network of supportPam’s background and personal storyWhy a graphic design background made NFTs extremely attractivePam’s minting scam experience and what kept her in the WEB3 space after this setbackHow and why they are determined to ensure marginalized communities aren’t left behind in WEB3The variety of ways you can make money in WEB3How much it takes to be financially comfortable in AmericaWhat equity in WEB3 means to themHow the inequity in WEB2 has already started to creep into WEB3How DeFi founders can bring more equity in the spaceAccessibility in cryptoTheir desire to rewrite history togetherThe importance of different perspectivesHow we can start making our own rulesDitching the WEB2 patriarchyWhat they’ve accomplished in just 6 monthsThe Fund’s commitment to education and accessibilityAbout The FundThe Fund is organized by four women on a mission to deliver financial opportunities in Web3 to Black, Latina, First Generation, Indigenous, Women of the Global Majority, and the LGBTQIA+ community.How to Reach The Fundhttps://thefundproject.co/https://twitter.com/thefundxyzhttps://discord.com/invite/ArZpJ5WdutResourcesSwap now on Bridges Exchange: https://app.bridges.exchange/ Join our community: https://discord.com/invite/bridges Learn about Web3 (Beginner Friendly!): https://learn.bridges.exchange/ 

In this episode of the Women in DeFi Podcast sponsored by Bridges, our host Breanne Delgado, founder of the Women’s March and web3 activist is joined by Danielle Kayembe, a female futurist and serial entrepreneur dedicated to empowering women through her global work in business, social impact, writing and public speaking. Danielle will be pulling back the curtain on living as a woman in a world designed by men, how we can leverage this experience, and how blockchain technology can help us build a more equitable future. This episode is packed with useful nuggets for anyone curious about web3. What To Listen ForLiving in a world designed by men, for menThe benefits of exploring the world through a female lensCreating a more equitable futureIs Satoshi a woman??How interacting with technology changes usAn economic system grounded in scarcity and the prisoner’s dilemmaThe difference in what grounds blockchain technologySocialised for discomfortWhat happens when women realise that their lived experiences are gold mines of innovationA shocking fact about CEOsHow web3 is allowing women to support and empower other womenCreative examples of using this technology in new and interesting waysHow the blockchain parallels the way the universe worksThe blockchain, history, and equity - how are they all connected?Rethinking how we create generational wealthThe many incredible spaces that web3 is growing intoA few of Danielle’s favorite projects and why she loves themThe transformational and affirming power of women represented in web3Where Danielle sees women in web3 in 2025About Danielle KayembeDanielle is a female futurist and serial entrepreneur dedicated to empowering women through her global work in business, social impact, writing and public speaking.​Through her company GreyFire, she advises governments, companies and startups on how to integrate forward-looking initiatives. She was a founding partner in initiatives to bring investors like TechStars, 500 Startups and Wingpact, from Silicon Valley to tour growing tech hubs in Africa.She has over 10 years of experience in international consulting and finance and is the author of The Silent Rise of The Female-Driven Economy, which is a whitepaper that repositions women as central to the future of business and innovation. How to Reach Daniellehttp://www.daniellekayembe.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dkayembe https://twitter.com/kkayembe https://medium.com/@daniellekayembe ResourcesSwap now on Bridges Exchange: https://app.bridges.exchange/ Join our community: https://discord.com/invite/bridges Learn about Web3 (Beginner Friendly!): https://learn.bridges.exchange/ 

In this episode of the Women in DeFi Podcast sponsored by Bridges, our host Breanne Delgado, founder of the Women’s March and web3 activist is joined by Lisa and Bex, co-founders of Mystic Sisterhood, a women-led collection of 7,777 mystically-inclined gals who are focused on creativity, wellness and spirituality in the NFT space. They’ll be opening up about how they met, their bond over mysticism, and how they have built a unique “cozy blanket fort community” that you’re going to want to be a part of!What To Listen ForThe role that art and spirituality played in Lisa’s lifeHow Lisa and Bex came together and bonded over mysticismThe importance of finding your peopleThe intention they brought into the project from the beginningHow mysticism and divine feminine energy play into the WEB3 movementThe value of allowing your community to feel like they are a part of something biggerHow they set themselves apart from other projectsThe vibe in the Mystic Sisterhood CommunityCreating a warm and welcoming spaceThe creative ways they engage on a personal level with the communityThe magic of a community fueled with love, light, and mutual supportThe interesting thing that happens as we bring more women into the WEB3 spaceWhere Lisa and Bex see women in WEB3 in 2025About The Mystic Sisterhood FoundersLISAArtist and co-founder Lisa used her combined love of creativity and spirituality as a starting point for the creation of the Mystic Sisterhood. Mystic Sisterhood began as a form of therapy for Lisa, through her art and spirituality she was able to turn her frustrations into manifestations and artistic inspiration and the Mystic Sisterhood collection was born!When not hanging out in the Mystic manor or conjuring up Mystic Imagery, Lisa enjoys expanding her crystal collection and exploring new places/making new memories!BEXAs co-founder and resident Mystic Sisterhood tarot reader, Bex enjoys building communities and weaving together creativity with the world of Web3. A lover of video games, books, and writing, you’ll often find her escaping into other worlds with enthusiasm. With a knack for curating coziness, Bex is excited to continue growing the Mystic Sisterhood - you’ll often find her in the discord’s ‘familiars’ and ‘foodies’ channels.How to Reach Mystic Sisterhoodhttps://www.mysticsisterhood.io/ https://twitter.com/MysticSisNFT https://discord.com/invite/RrKU6zjetw ResourcesSwap now on Bridges Exchange: https://app.bridges.exchange/ Join our community: https://discord.com/invite/bridges Learn about Web3 (Beginner Friendly!): https://learn.bridges.exchange/

In this episode of the Women in DeFi Podcast sponsored by Bridges, our host Breanne Delgado, founder of the Women’s March and web3 activist is joined by Zarah Charm, a multidisciplinary artist who is bringing nostalgia and black culture to the blockchain with her passion project, Crypto Hair Mag. She’ll be pulling back the curtain on her journey to the space including professional creative burnout, taking a break, learning and unlearning as travelled and immersed herself in new cultures. This episode is absolutely chock-full of insights and lessons that you won’t want to miss! What To Listen ForFeeling stuck in her career and taking a big leapRediscovering her love of hair through her travelsHer desire to uplift black and brown women in a new way in the web3 spaceLearning to value rest through immersion in other culturesFeeling safe for the first time while far from homeLeveraging women’s natural skills as community builders to build success in web3The bigger vision for web3 lifting peopleThe noticeable difference in many women-led projectsThe inspiration for Crypto Hair MagPreserving culture on the blockchainZarah’s advice for women who want to make bold moves in their industry through blockchain technologyThe power of disconnecting and reflectingThe importance of understanding your whyThe first time she experienced homesickness for a place she’d never livedPaying attention to synchronicitiesZarah’s homework assignment for listenersWhere Zarah sees women in web3 in 2025About Zarah CharmZarah Charm is a multidisciplinary artist whose work extends through digital media, photography, and hair artistry. Her style, which is greatly influenced by both her career as a natural hair stylist and her international travels, explores themes of freedom, community, and Blackness. After making a shift and transitioning her life abroad, she recognized how limited her previous viewpoint was and has dedicated her time to sharing the importance of travel to everyone she meets. This change in perspective gave her the courage to leap into the world of web3 in 2021. Today she is an artist in the NFT space, using her talents to forming a beauty archive- embedding her creations in the blockchain to forever be memorialized for future generations.How to Reach Zarahhttp://zarahcharm.com/ https://twitter.com/zarahcharmhttps://twitter.com/cryptohairmag ResourcesSwap now on Bridges Exchange: https://app.bridges.exchange/ Join our community: https://discord.com/invite/bridges Learn about Web3 (Beginner Friendly!): https://learn.bridges.exchange/