PFP ep 006: Solitude vs Isolation

Using a crypto hardware wallet (also called cold storage) can be tricky. Don't be like us and wait to the last minute to try to move funds off cold storage into a hot software wallet to buy an NFT or other blockchain asset purchase.You could miss out when a successful acquisition an asset is all about the timing.Worse yet, you could lock up your cryptocurrency private keys on a hardware wallet forever and never get access to your assets again!There are examples of people getting paid in the early days of blockchain in bitcoin to deliver something, like a pizza. Don't be the guy who throws out his computer only to realize the passwords on the hard drive could unlock that bitcoin today, worth millions $$$!In acquiring a Cockpunch, Mark learned some finer details about his Ledger and Trezor hardware wallets.Please SUBSCRIBE and SHARE. The more people who discover our podcast, the higher the quality content we can produce. In this case, correlation does equal causation.1:18 - COCKPUNCH mint vs Opensea price comparison2:40 - Ledger crypto hardware wallet transfer obstacles and a Catch-225:40 - Jason asks stupid questions about where the coins / cryptos are actually stored. Mark gives a kickass analogy to help clean up Jason’s ignorance.7:44 - Jason asks how crypto “boxes” get created9:01 - Private keys and user wallets vs custodial wallets12:00 - Wrench attacks13:14 - Blockchain is more secure than a bank, but also more dangerous15:05 - Seed phrases and private keys16:38 - How much did that pizza delivery cost? And how much was lost?18:00 - It’s still really early, so you can still do well in blockchain, whether for work or investing20:57 - Enter the Trezor hardware wallet… more obstacles23:04 - New Ledger Stax touch screen device24:05 - Holding crypto inside standard financial services, like Fidelity, has its merits for mom and dad26:20 - More COCKPUNCH launch details: allow list, watchlist, and general public countdown clocks29:04 - NFT Royalty rates and payout enforcement30:08 - Total $ value changing hands after 8 hours post launch31:45 - Why revealing the NFT images was delayed for two days34:40 - Holders will gain access to 3D files for their Cockpunch38:00 - The IP opportunities built into the Cockpunch storyworld This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit phenomenal.substack.com

Tim Ferriss has been working on a new storyworld called “The Legend of Cockpunch”. It just so happens that he chose to launch the first taste of his new IP as NFTs. In fact, he probably never would have tickled this itch for fiction if it weren’t for the invention of NFTs delivered through an immutable blockchain.This special, two-person Phenomenal Future Podcast episode is subtitled “The Weekly Link” for a reason. Jason Brenizer and Mark Kruse are working on a few blockchain projects together and they meet several times a week. Every once in while we will open up our recordings to the public for you to get a glimpse into what’s tickling our fancies in blockchain, NFTs, smart contracts, and creative intellectual property.Enjoy!1:45 - Jason’s trepidation of moving blockchain assets around 4:15 - Cockpunch mint and list tier mechanics7:45 - Building buzz for an NFT launch9:15 - Mindset of collectors, whether for physical or digital products12:10 - A little taste of our SAMUTO storyworld and multiple NFT series16:15 - Mark’s excitement and insights into a new AI coding tool on GitHub called CoPilot30:00 - Open source licensing and selling a company with a big code base 39:15 - Jason’s belief how AI will help developers and not take over their jobs46:00 - Solidity programming language and it’s stellar documentation48:45 - Code analysis and code auditing for smart contracts and NFT development50:00 - The Cockpunch launch mechanics, the speed at which the NFTs are selling, and where all the proceeds are goingIf you prefer video, you can catch Jason Brenizer and Mark Kruse podcasting during the live mint of this groundbreaking NFT series. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit phenomenal.substack.com

1:15 - Where do we put our attention daily?2:48 - Creators must put energy into pulling attention to your art4:15 - To have an impact, we must do some un-fun things4:57 - A story about the value of attracting attention7:30 - Attention growth trends increase future value8:30 - Reliable reach9:25 - Email lists still matter11:25 - Blockchain, smart contracts, and NFTs This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit phenomenal.substack.com

Sorry for the audio quality issues, but this one has a enough good info to warrant putting out a podcast that is technically subpar.2:00 - Art is going digital.2:30 - My artist background.3:30 - New way of making a living with your art.4:00 - Decentralized vs centralization4:25 - Example: Facebook owns your data and who sees it.5:45 - Decentralized social media.7:20 - Centralized money transfer problems.11:15 - Some benefits to central banking security measures.12:30 - Blockchain security breach clarification.14:50 - Government centralization.16:45 - Standard voting system issues and how blockchain could help.17:45 - Facebook echo chamber for political polarization.19:25 - PFP summary.You can READ the COMPANION ARTICLE and subscribe to my web3 (blockchain) blog at https://mirror.xyz/jbrenizer.eth/xjlVYJRk7YDKas3H3xpzgsjH-u5nInN3S4uoI0fyUEs This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit phenomenal.substack.com

Hello Phenoms. Here's another short episode of the Phenomenal Future Podcast. TL;DR - Spend seven days writing down everything you do. It's a scary exercise, but worth it. Your productivity will skyrocket and go through the roof. Excuses are a dime a dozen:* I can't invest because I don't have enough time to keep up.* I can't start a podcast because I have a full time job. * I can't make videos because I'm not pretty enough or I'm not handsome enough.* I can't start my dream business because I don't have enough money. Hogwash! These are just stories. They are only fact if you believe them.I challenge you to write down, in a journal or notebook, where you spend your time over the next week. * Be rigorous. * If it's 5 minutes scanning news headlines, write it down. * Don't wait to write down later. You'll forget. You'll lie to yourself. * Don't judge yourself during the exercise. * Keep track of your sleep as well. * At the end of the week, add up occurences of each action and see where your time went. If you don't see at least 5 hours of wasted time, congratulations. For the rest of us (me included), there lies the opportunity to massively increase your productivity. If you find this content helpful, please SUBSCRIBE. You'll see more of my future posts and you'll help others find me, too! Thanks for being a compassionate human being.1:10 - Create a future with the power of words1:43 - Where do I spend my time?2:10 - Producer vs Consumer of content2:35 - Good habits and anchoring3:24 - Please comment… good, bad, indifferent4:00 - Challenge: Write down where your time goes5:15 - Little tweaks give huge benefits This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit phenomenal.substack.com

We have Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, TikTok, Discord, Telegram, and on and on. How can email, a 27 year old technology, still be relevant?I’ll answer you first by asking you another question.How long did sending paper letters last? It’s more than a thousand years. It’s a good idea. Email just makes it easier to get it there and for you to look it up later. 1:50 - People can like you on Facebook or other social media, but if you post, there’s no guarantee your content will be pushed to them.3:00 - Have you ever given your email address for a coupon, discount, or for free content on web page? 4:00 - Email addresses are our user IDs on a boatload of websites.4:45 - How not to use or abuse email.6:30 - The give and take of friendships. Give, give, give value first.8:00 - Raving fans will market to their friends because they love you.Please SHARE this podcast with three friends… by EMAIL… or any of your favorite social media accounts.And leave us a review wherever you listen. It’ll help prime the search algorithms so people can find us easier.Have a Phenomenal Future! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit phenomenal.substack.com

Not all fans are created equal. Who should creators attract first? How do you bring them into your world? And how to you get them to stay?You’ve probably heard of cold, warm, and hot leads. The problem with that description is you don’t get a blueprint on what to do with each type.1:30 - Fans are also collectors, customers, clients, readers.1:55 - What’s traffic and why is it important for creators?2:08 - Fans that you EARN and what they cost you.2:50 - Website, FB groups, YouTube, etc.5:15 - Keywords in headlines and descriptions.6:25 - The second biggest search engine in the world.6:55 - Examples of social media content creation for painters.8:00 - Switch your mindset to fan participation rather than consumption of your creations.8:55 - Fans you CONTROL!9:20 - Invest money to attract customers, not just your time.10:05 - Targeted ads.10:56 - Cross pollination. Sharing fans with other artists.11:35 - Giving a cut of sales to a customer aggregator.13:05 - Fans you OWN!!!14:00 - Are emails dead?15:30 - Heat up your fan participation by keeping them informed.16:39 - Summary of the three types of fans.Hey Phenoms! Thanks for listening.Jump on the VIP list to get access to my deep dive programs for artists to take control of their financial future through launching Utility NFTs. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit phenomenal.substack.com

1:00 - Planning, goals, and how to deal with the wrenches the outside world throws at us.1:25 - Missing goals and getting back on the horse.1:47 - Choices: green grass or being a good steward during a drought.2:20 - A tiny leak over years creates big problems. MOLD damage at my house!3:35 - Insurance said, “No.”4:05 - Don’t let the obstacles stop you. Maybe they are put in front of us (and on all sides) to force us to become more.As Tony Robbins suggests, maybe life happens FOR us, not TO us. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit phenomenal.substack.com

1:40 - Sensitive people can have problems meeting goals2:20 - Shooting for big game can be overwhelming3:00 - The rebirth of author Lee Child3:25 - Flow time needs solitude4:00 - The Great American novel cliche4:20 - FB, emails, kids, oh my!4:57 - Isolation is the dark side of solitude’s “may the force be with you”5:45 - The committee in your head6:20 - Insight into a depressive personality7:35 - Hiding the shame of missing our milestones8:50 - Don’t be your own jailerPlease share this podcast with three people who could benefit from this message. I love you Phenoms! Keep making AND sharing your art! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit phenomenal.substack.com

Mentioning three elements at once taps into ancient parts of human brains.1:38 - Examples of strong bundling of threes.2:38 - The best way to connect with fans.3:52 - The formula for getting your fans to take the actions you want.5:00 - First piece… get sticky.5:55 - Interrupt patterns.6:28 - Painting compelling scenes.7:05 - Fake news interlude.8:09 - Ask them to do one thing.9:20 - Bob’s Roller Rink example.10:55 - What the world needs now from you.Please SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this content with three people in the arts and entertainment industry. Thanks for helping me getting the word out on new and novel ways to build an audience of raving fans with blockchain technology. Go to http://www.phenomenalfuture.com/jbrenizer-eth if you want to join the next program we launch for artists to explode their career with blockchain and Web3. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit phenomenal.substack.com