PODCAST · technology
Internet Explorers
by Seed Club
A weekly rundown show where extremely online individuals broadly explore (romanticize, even) new consumer internet experiences.
Episodes
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Get Paid for Sharing Good Links | Internet Explorers Ep. 81
We sit down with Internet-native builder and creative coder Mike Bodge to break down his newest experiment: AUX, a gamified curation tool for attention, links, and taste. Described as StumbleUpon meets group chat meets token-powered leaderboard, AUX lets you post URLs that battle for the…
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Forget VC: Founders Turn to "Internet Capital Markets" | Internet Explorers Ep. 80
Will the concept of "Internet Capital Markets" reshape how founders raise capital? This episode explores the implications of platforms like Believe, which enable app developers to bypass traditional VC funding. Featuring guest co-host Jarrod Dicker, the discussion delves into the challenges and...
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Don't Get Rugged by an AI Agent | Internet Explorers Ep. 79
What happens when you unleash thousands of AI agents into a fake economy filled with scams, memecoins, and market manipulation? Poof from DX Terminal joins Internet Explorers to explain why that might be the future of crypto. In this week's episode of Internet Explorers, we dive into the second...
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Zora Founder on the Plan to Pay Creators | Internet Explorers Ep. 78 (LIVE!)
If content "wants to be free", how can creators get paid? In this special edition live interview, we sit down with Jacob Horne, cofounder of Zora, for a candid conversation on the company's evolving vision—and what they got wrong early on. Jacob opens up about Zora's shift from marketplace to...
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How Valuable Are Your Memories? (feat. RAC) | Internet Explorers Ep. 77
$ZORA is here, memecoins are changing, CT is mad—but what does it all mean? This episode unpacks Zora's recent token launch, explores the burdens of governance, and dives deep into how "just-for-fun" tokens might be redefining crypto markets, if not the very concept of "value." Later, special…
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This Founder's App Was Going Nowhere. Now It's #1 | Internet Explorers Ep. 76
Nick Confrey's first app was all promise, no traction—until one bold pivot changed everything. This week on Internet Explorers, the crew starts with the messy fallout from Base's content coin launch—an experiment in onchain media that spiraled into backlash, infighting, and meme coin chaos. But…
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The Harsh Reality of Onchain Games | Internet Explorers Ep. 75
What if a game you built today could still be played a thousand years from now? Onchain gaming is one of the hardest bets in crypto — and Kamigotchi is taking a radically different path to survive. Lethe joins to break down why most projects fail, and how building the simplest possible game could...
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Most Startups Misunderstand Incentives feat. Joseph Al-Chami | Internet Explorers Ep. 74
The future of crypto might not be bots, bulls**t, and broken incentives — but first, we have some serious receipts to go through. This week we are joined by researcher Joseph Al-Chami for a wide-ranging dive into the biggest consumer crypto stories of the week — and an honest reckoning with how...
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The Internet Loves Ghibli... But Not Enough to Pay? | Internet Explorers Ep. 73
Ghibli memes took over the internet. But the studio captured none of the value. In this week's Internet Explorers, Jess and Josh break down how OpenAI's viral Ghibli-style image launch became a masterclass in attention-hijacking — and why crypto, NFTs, and tokens still fail to help artists and IP...
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How to Solve Crypto's Real Problem | Internet Explorers Ep. 72
The crypto industry got a serious vibe check this week—and it feels like we're hitting an inflection point. Solana's latest ad campaign sparked a massive backlash, raising questions about the values shaping the space. Was it just a misfire, or does it signal a deeper cultural shift? At the same...
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Win $150,000 Playing Crypto's Squid Game | Internet Explorers Ep. 71
What happens when you combine Survivor, Squid Game, and Hunger Games…onchain? Uncover the secrets behind Crypto: The Game's explosive success and its acquisition by Uniswap Labs. Dylan Abruscato, the game's creator, shares insights on building a viral onchain experience that's captivating...
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The Gameshow that Pays to Play | Internet Explorers Ep. 70
Can a gameshow make crypto fun and profitable at the same time? This week on Internet Explorers, we sit down with Krish Jagirdar, co-founder of Rek Tech, the crypto game show where players compete for high-stakes prizes like Rolexes and rare NFTs. Krish shares how Internet Game evolved into Rek...
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This AI Predicts Startup Success | Internet Explorers Ep. 69
What happens when AI replaces venture capitalists? Tribute Labs' new project, ADIN, introduces an AI-driven investment DAO that evaluates deals, votes on funding, and predicts startup valuations—all without human bias. But can an algorithm really spot the next unicorn? This episode unpacks: AI…
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Ship a Crypto App in Seconds with AI | Internet Explorers Ep. 68
What if anyone could build a crypto app—without writing a single line of code? In this episode of Internet Explorers, Jess Sloss and Josh Cornelius sit down with Brexton Pham, co-founder of Ohara, to explore how AI is revolutionizing app development and why software is becoming the next form of...
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Earn Passive Income with Crypto (Without Trading)? | Internet Explorers Ep. 67
What if holding crypto actually made you money—without trading, staking, or flipping NFTs? In this episode of Internet Explorers, co-hosts Jess Sloss, Josh Cornelius, and Peace Node sit down with Brian Flynn (CEO of Boost.xyz) to explore the rise of tokens designed to pay holders real value. For...
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MegaETH's plan to save Ethereum (and beat Solana at their own game) | Internet Explorers Ep. 66
How does ETH get its swagger back? According to Namik Muduroglu from MegaETH, the answer is forgetting memecoin nonsense, getting back to its "world computer" roots, and adopting a Bronze Age mentality. Josh and guest host Nicholas dive deep into MegaETH's innovative architecture, which separates...
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Beyond Speculation: Doodles Strategy + The Real Value in Tokens | Internet Explorers Ep. 65
Can you build lasting value with tokens and NFTs? What does it mean for memecoins, tokenized startups, and your bags? In Episode 65 of Internet Explorers, co-hosts Jess Sloss, Josh Cornelius, and Peace Node chat with Austin Hurwitz, Head of Strategy & Business Development at Doodles, to explore…
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Why is Everyone Launching Tokens? (Trump, Portnoy, Vine) | IE Ep. 64
Why is everyone launching tokens right now? From Trump's surprise drop to Dave Portnoy's musings on rugging to Vine's tokenized rebirth, Episode 64 of Internet Explorers tackles a hype cycle that gets faster every week. Jess Sloss and guest co-host Nicholas explore how platforms like Pump.Fun and...
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TikTok ban looms as crypto megarounds return | IE Ep. 63
What happens when founders no longer feel afraid to experiment? In Episode 63 of Internet Explorers, co-hosts Jess Sloss and Josh Cornelius dive into the growing tensions around a potential TikTok ban and what it reveals about platform centralization. Joined by Dan Sargent (Mintstars), then…
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Ethereum vs. Solana: The Smart Contract Debate | Internet Explorers Ep. 62
What's the better bet for the future of crypto: Ethereum's infinite possibilities or Solana's hyper-optimized approach? In Episode 62 of Internet Explorers, co-hosts Jess Sloss and Josh Cornelius dive into the philosophical and practical debate shaping the next era of blockchain innovation. This...
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Where are we in the AI x Crypto hype cycle? w/ Ben Roy & Nicholas | Ep. 61
Is AI the breakthrough crypto needs? Or is it just in need of good UX? In this first episode of Internet Explorers for 2025, co-hosts Jess Sloss and Josh Cornelius are joined by Ben Roy and Nicholas for a wide-ranging exploration of the metas, tools, and ideas reshaping the Internet. This episode...
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Worldbuilding for AI w/ Poof from DXRG & Martin from Aethernet | Ep. 59
Agents can "think" and talk... but they're confined in a carefully crafted world. In episode #59 of Internet Explorers, Jess and Josh dive into a diverse lineup of topics, beginning with DXRG, an experimental AI and crypto project redefining how decentralized systems can drive creative…
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Are NFTs Back? w/ Derek of Collab Currency | Ep. 58
Will your favorite jpeg be worth 3 lambos? In episode #58 of Internet Explorers, Jess and Josh cover the most exciting trends in crypto. The episode kicks off with a deep dive into Derek's insights on the evolution of NFTs and cryptoassets, exploring how they are shaping markets, art, and…
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This Will End Trader LARPs w/ wijuwiju.eth of Interface | Ep. 57
Finally, we know who the top trader is. In episode #57 of Internet Explorers, Jess and Josh delve into some of the most intriguing trends shaping Web3 and crypto. They kick things off with Interface, a platform that merges social networking with the blockchain, enabling users to build their…
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Can Crypto Accelerate Scientific Breakthroughs? w/ Tyler from Triplicate | Ep. 56
Tyler is putting Science back into the hands of the people. In episode #56 of Internet Explorers, Jess and Josh explore the forefront of decentralized science (DeSci) with Tyler from Triplicate, unpacking how blockchain is unlocking new funding models, democratizing research, and enabling...
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Memecoins, But Automated w/ Proxystudio | Ep. 55
Capturing social attention for your token has never been easier. In episode #55 of Internet Explorers, Jess and Josh take another dive into frontier of innovation in crypto. The episode kicks off with Proxy Studio, where founder Alex discusses their new project, Clanker Studio, which combines...
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You Can See Yourself In Vogue w/ Dov of Xhibit | Ep. 54
Your runway dreams might be closer than you think. In episode #54 of Internet Explorers, Jess and Josh cover a mix of crypto's latest innovations, starting with Xhibit, a platform merging fashion and immersive content, allowing creators to upload outfits or designs for fans to try on virtually....
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Cruelty Free AI w/ Mat Dryhurst of Spawning | Ep. 53
What if AI wasn't "stealing" from artists? In Episode #53 of Internet Explorers, Jess and Josh kick off with a deep dive into Spawning.AI with Mat Dryhurst. They discuss how Spawning.AI has used public domain images to create PD12M, a dataset of over 30 terabytes of public domain images for AI...
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Are AI Agents Replacing Influencers? w/ Kalos of Wayfinder & Parallel | Ep. 52
In episode #52 of Internet Explorers, Jess and Josh cover an exciting lineup of topics that highlight emerging Web3 projects and AI integration. They start with Wayfinder with Kalos, a platform bringing AI-powered agents to blockchain, where users can deploy agents to complete complex tasks...
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Engage With Creators, Earn Rewards? w/ betashop.eth of Moxie | Ep. 51
In episode #51 of Internet Explorers, Jess and Nicholas dive into Moxie, a financial protocol on Farcaster that allows users to create fan tokens and earn rewards through engagement, with Moxie's founder, betashop.eth. They explore how Moxie is reshaping decentralized social economies and…
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Social Media Betting & more w/ T H of Kizzy | Ep. 50
In episode #50 of Internet Explorers, Jess and Josh dive into several major topics shaping the Web3 space. They start exploring Kizzy, a social betting app that's gaining traction on the Monad chain, offering users a platform to speculate on creators and influencers much like a "DraftKings for...
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Putting Our Brains Onchain w/ cojo.eth of Ponder | Ep. 49
In episode #49 of Internet Explorers, Jess and Josh kick off the conversation by diving into Ponder, a platform transforming how people seek answers and insights using decentralized technology, with its founder, cojo.eth. The discussion centers on how Ponder taps into decentralized social graphs...
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Are Memecoins The Future of Streaming? w/ br1an.eth of Unlonely | Ep 48
Will watching your favorite streamer one day change your life? In episode #38 of Internet Explorers, Jess and Josh dive into Unlonely, a platform innovating livestreaming through memecoin token integration, with br1an.eth. They then reflect on their recent visit to Singapore, highlighting…
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Guess NYT Headlines, WIN BIG w/ 0xSmallBrain from TMR News | Ep. 47
Will predicting NYT headlines make you a millionaire? In this episode of Internet Explorers, the guest hosts Cheryl and Nicholas dive into a variety of Web3 topics, starting with an interview with 0xSmallBrain about his project, Tomorrow News, a prediction market that lets users bet on future New...
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They will PAY you to quit vaping w/ Reffo from Puffpaw | Ep 46
Is vaping the future of finance? In this episode of Internet Explorers, Jess and Josh explore Puffpaw's "vape-to-earn" model, discussing its mission to incentivize quitting nicotine through token rewards and the sustainability of its tokenomics. Next, they dive into FriendTech, questioning its...
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How To Make Memecoins Work | Programmatic liquidity w/ BasedBoo of Baseline Markets | Ep 45
How bad is market sentiment? And what does it mean for builders? In this episode of Internet Explorers, Jess & Josh dive in with Boo from Baseline Markets about their innovative approach to fixing liquidity issues in token markets. Boo explains how Baseline uses programmatic liquidity to improve...
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Crypto Social Super Apps & Full Stack Brands with Hunter Isaacson & Ryan McMahill
A weekly rundown show where extremely online individuals broadly explore (romanticize, even) new consumer internet experiences. Join us at live.seedclub.xyz on Fridays 10am PT / 1pm ET 1:15 - Welcome to Internet Explorers 3:15 - Montauk and upcoming September plans 4:15 - Hunter Isaacson 5:25 -...
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Dimo Network: What is DePIN & are we anywhere closer to a decentralized Uber?
This week Jess Sloss is joined by guest host Nnnnicholas of Web3 Galaxybrain as well as Alex Rawitz of Dimo Network to discuss DePIN, AI, and crypto's role in aligning the network in a way that makes it all work. Join us next week at live.seedclub.xyz on Friday 10am PT / 1pm ET
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Interoperability, New Token Models, and the State of Funding with Jarrod Dicker of TCG Crypto Ep.42
This week Josh Cornelius & Jess Sloss are joined by guest Jarrod Dicker of TCG Crypto to dive into investor and founder experiences and breaking down why users are onchain Join us next week at live.seedclub.xyz on Friday 10am PT / 1pm ET
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Ordinals, & User Generated Assets, w/ Jesse Walden of Variant Fund & Hedrin of Ordinal Genesis Ep.41
This week Jess Sloss is joined by guest host Jesse Walden of Varient Fund as well as Hedrin of Ordinal Genesis to discuss the "why bitcoin?" How early expirements in the bitcoin ecosystem are playing out now on ethereum & solana, while bitcoin's ecosystem recieves a new breath of life from the...
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Permaweb & the War on Link Rot. Building a Better Internet w/ Sam Williams of Arweave (IE.40)
A weekly rundown show where extremely online individuals broadly explore (romanticize, even) new consumer internet experiences. Join us at live.seedclub.xyz on Fridays 10am PT / 1pm ET 00:39 - Welcome 01:17- Nicolas, EP40 guest host intro 03:05 - Sam Williams 04:06 - background of Arweave, Ao,...
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Onchain Thermoeconomics of Atoms, Electrons, & Memetics w/ Meltem Demirors (IE.39)
A weekly rundown show where extremely online individuals broadly explore (romanticize, even) new consumer internet experiences. Join us at live.seedclub.xyz on Fridays 10am PT / 1pm ET
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Blockspace & Brand Value with MIKEYBITCOIN of Moshicam & Medha of Uniswap (IE.38)
A weekly rundown show where extremely online individuals broadly explore (romanticize, even) new consumer internet experiences. Join us at live.seedclub.xyz on Fridays 10am PT / 1pm ET
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Ep.37 John Palmer, Maria Paula, ETH CC, Block Explorers, PER.MA, apps Kingmaking
A weekly rundown show where extremely online individuals broadly explore (romanticize, even) new consumer internet experiences. Join us live and online on Fridays @ 10AM PST live.seedclub.xyz
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Ep. 36: Jess Sloss & Josh Cornelius
A weekly rundown show where extremely online individuals broadly explore (romanticize, even) new consumer internet experiences. Join us live and online on Fridays @ 10AM PST live.seedclub.xyz
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Ep.35: Cooper Turley (Coop Records), Evolution of Music NFTs, Onchain Distribution Tools, Blinks, DEXScreener launches Moonshot, TON
A weekly rundown show where extremely online individuals broadly explore (romanticize, even) new consumer internet experiences. Join us live and online on Fridays @ 1PM EST live.seedclub.xyz 00:28 Intro - Welcome to Episode 35, our co-host today is Cooper Turley aka @coopathroopa 04:02 What is…
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Ep.34: Reflecting on SC07 Demo Day, Karan from Wildcard, The Rise of TON, time.fun
A weekly rundown show where extremely online individuals broadly explore (romanticize, even) new consumer internet experiences. Join us live and online on Fridays @ 1PM EST live.seedclub.xyz 00:18 Intro - Welcome to Episode 34 and a thank you to everyone who joined us for Demo Day 01:16 Diving...
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Ep.33: Smoovie Williams from Sanko.tv, Building on L3s, Layer3 Raise, Rug.fun v2, Onchain Social
A weekly rundown show where extremely online individuals broadly explore (romanticize, even) new consumer internet experiences. Join us live and online on Fridays @ 1PM EST live.seedclub.xyz 00:44 Jess is back and we have smoovie from sanko.tv joining us today 02:53 We launched the Highly…
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Ep.32: Derek Edws (Collab+Currency), Chris Maddern (Floor), Token Market Fit, Notcoin
A weekly rundown show where extremely online individuals broadly explore (romanticize, even) new consumer internet experiences. Join us live and online on Fridays @ 1PM EST live.seedclub.xyz 00:30 Intro - Jess is out today but we're lucky to have Derek Edws co-hosting alongside Josh and Peace…
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Ep.31: Vijay (Superfluid, Alfa Frens) + Joey Iny (Crate Place), Celebrity Memecoins, pump.fun live streaming
A weekly rundown show where extremely online individuals broadly explore (romanticize, even) new consumer internet experiences. Join us live and online on Fridays @ 1PM EST live.seedclub.xyz 00:30 Intro - A GM and welcome from episode 31, today we've got guests from Alfa Frens and Crate Place…
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A weekly rundown show where extremely online individuals broadly explore (romanticize, even) new consumer internet experiences.
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