BGTV: a podcast hosted by Ben Gothard

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Rebecca Liao is Co-Founder and CEO at Saga, a Web3 protocol for launching the next 1000 chains in the multiverse. The Saga platform allows developers to take a single tenant VM and automatically launch it on a dedicated blockchain, complete with fully provisioned validators and an optimally incentivized security structure.

She is also a Co-Founder & Advisor at Skuchain, a currency agnostic blockchain for global trade and a World Economic Forum Tech Pioneer for 2019. In 2020, the World Trade Organization named Skuchain one of the top three blockchain companies in trade and supply chain finance. Under her leadership, Skuchain’s platform grew to $5 billion+ in annual volume.

She is currently Advisor to Sommelier Protocol, where she is designing their DAO to optimize for governance, platform growth & regulatory compliance. She is also a Fellow at the Stanford Program in Law, Science and Technology.

She was a member of President Joe Biden’s 2020 presidential campaign, advising on China, technology and Asia economic policy. She also served on Secretary Clinton’s foreign policy team for her 2016 presidential campaign, responsible for Asia trade and economic policy. Prior to Skuchain, Rebecca was Director of Business Development and Head of Asia at Globality, Inc., a Softbank-backed B2B unicorn for AI-powered procurement of professional services. She began her career as an international corporate attorney at Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom LLP and Fenwick & West LLP.

Rebecca is also a writer and China analyst. Her writing has appeared in the New York Times, Financial Times, Foreign Affairs, The Atlantic, Nikkei Asia, The National Interest, Bloomberg View, n+1, Democracy Journal, Georgetown Journal of International Affairs, Times Literary Supplement, Chinafile, The Diplomat, Huffington Post, Dissent Magazine, The New Inquiry, the LA Review of Books, The China Story Journal, Tea Leaf Nation, San Francisco Chronicle and San Francisco Classical Voice. She regularly comments on China for Politico, Deutsche Welle and Channel NewsAsia and has also appeared on HuffPost Live and SiriusXM Radio.

A graduate of Stanford University, where she studied Economics, and Harvard Law School, she serves on the Board of Advisors of the Center for a New American Security (CNAS) and is a Co-Chair of the Brookings Society. In the wake of rising anti-Asian hate, she co-founded, chairs and serves as an Executive Producer at The ACTION Project, a creative agency of Asian American Academy and Emmy Award-recognized creatives and leaders in entertainment, law, technology, business, education, and journalism leveraging our creative talent to shape the national narrative around our diverse community. She is also on the Board of Directors of Words Without Borders, Voices of Music and the Wagner Society of Northern California. She is also a member of the National Committee on US-China Relations.

Laura, a self-employed individual since a young age, pursued various career paths including real estate finance and studying psychology. She eventually became the Chief Operating Officer at Matrix Mortgage, where she focused on growing the business and implementing innovative solutions to address housing issues.

Laura and Ben discussed the importance of starting early and being self-sustaining in terms of career and income. They emphasized the value of exploring opportunities, monetizing skills, and having a side hustle, as well as the benefits of freelancing and incorporating a business.

Laura and Ben discussed the importance of managing time, setting clear goals, and consistently advertising one's work. They emphasized the need to prioritize tasks, stay motivated, and not worry about others' perceptions while working towards their goals.

Laura and Ben discussed the importance of time management and controlling impulses, particularly in relation to social media usage. They emphasized the need for follow-up and iteration in business strategies, while also highlighting the value of being genuine and organic in interactions.

Ben and Laura discussed the importance of identifying tasks that only they could do in their business and delegating the rest. They emphasized the need to focus on activities that energize them and to delegate tasks that they dislike or are not good at.

Laura and Ben discussed the importance of reflection and learning from past experiences. They also emphasized the need to work with one's natural rhythms and cycles, and to make smart financial decisions such as finding better paying work and investing in real estate.

Laura decided to get into the mortgage business at a young age because her parents were successful real estate agents and she saw the potential for making money in real estate. She started working at a real estate office and became involved in mortgage deals, gaining knowledge and experience in the industry.

Laura and Ben discuss the importance of managing expectations and not overpromising as a novice broker. They also emphasize the need to qualify leads effectively by seeking guidance from experienced individuals and trusting their instincts.

Laura and Ben discussed the importance of building deep connections with experts in their field and providing value to them. They emphasized the benefits of being open and giving with information, as well as the value of networking and exploring new career opportunities.

Laura and Ben had a conversation about the value of networking and building relationships in the startup world. They discussed how Laura's expertise in prop tech and her ability to connect startups with potential investors or partners made her a valuable resource.

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Co-Founder of NGMI Lab & OG Minter of NEO Tokyo & deliverer of data driven reports on crypto projects + insights on #web3, #crypto, and #blockchain.

Did you know Koko was also an actor?

Did you also know that we discuss the 7T's of investment analysis near the end?

Loads of other alpha including the story of how NGMI got started, the shift from working with VCs to retail, and how retail can stop being dumb money.

You don't want to miss this one folks! Especially those Citizens putting together your #gaming and #metaverse watch lists for the upcoming bull run.

Ben and Sdc discussed their recent experiences and challenges in their respective projects within the web3 industry. They talked about team dynamics, accountability, and the opportunities that arise when constraints are lifted.

Ben and Sdc discussed the challenges of work-life balance and accountability in the web3 industry. They explored the differences in expectations and schedules between web2 and web3, and the need for open communication and mutual understanding between team members and management.

Ben and Sdc discussed the importance of focusing on one big thing in Web 3 and the need to team up with like-minded individuals to drive adoption and success. They also acknowledged the challenges of teaching and sharing knowledge in the Web 3 space, as well as the fear of financial loss and competition among individuals.

Ben and Sdc discussed the importance of collaboration and partnerships within the Web3 community during difficult times. They emphasized the need to work together, share resources, and create a supportive environment to help each other grow and succeed.

Ben and Sdc discussed the concept of gamifying the Web3 experience by incentivizing people to contribute to different projects through contract work and rewarding them with experience points (XP). They emphasized the importance of building relationships and alliances within the Web3 community to create a strong foundation for future growth and success in the industry.

Ben and Sdc had a fun conversation where they went off on a side tangent and didn't get to the agenda. Ben expressed gratitude for Sdc's presence and looked forward to future episodes.

WhiteCoco4U🧙🏽‍♂️ and Ben had a conversation about WhiteCoco4U🧙🏽‍♂️'s background and experience in the ordinals industry, as well as their interest in Bitcoin NFTs. They discussed how White got started in crypto, their trading strategies, and how they discovered Bitcoin NFTs.

WhiteCoco4U🧙🏽‍♂️ spent hours researching and reaching out to people to start a project on inscriptions. He learned about ordinals, a protocol to assign value to Satoshi's, and started inscribing files onto the blockchain.

WhiteCoco4U🧙🏽‍♂️ and Ben discussed the implementation of Ethereum-like features on the Bitcoin blockchain through the use of Ordinals. They explored the differences between Ethereum NFTs and Ordinals, highlighting the advantages of preserving digital art files on the Bitcoin blockchain for proof of ownership and longevity.

WhiteCoco4U🧙🏽‍♂️ and Ben discussed the growth and advantages of different blockchain platforms for NFTs, highlighting the competition and options available to creators and communities. They also mentioned the development of the Extra Ordinals project and its upcoming drops, emphasizing the supportive and community-focused nature of the ordinal community.

WhiteCoco4U🧙🏽‍♂️ and Ben had a conversation about their passion for the cryptocurrency industry and their appreciation for the NEO Tokyo community. They discussed their desire to connect with like-minded individuals and explore opportunities in the web three space.

Ben and Martha had a conversation where Martha shared her experiences in financial services and her recent venture into creating her own metaverse. They discussed her role in helping brands navigate Web3 and her passion for education and bringing joy to people through innovative experiences.

Martha discussed her career journey, which involved taking risks, exploring different industries, and working globally.

In the conversation, Ben and Martha discussed the sentiment and challenges faced by bigger institutions like banks in adopting the metaverse. They also talked about the importance of starting with experiences, such as client experiences and gaming, to onboard these businesses into the metaverse, while also mentioning the significance of crypto and its relationship with the metaverse.

Martha and Ben discussed the intersection of crypto and NFTs, highlighting the growing interest in digital assets and the role of NFTs in investment and art collectibles. They also touched on the importance of digital identity, the rise of gaming as a social platform, and the need to bridge the gap between older generations and the digital world.

In the conversation, Ben and Martha discussed the growing interest of bigger institutions in digital assets and the importance of creating value for clients in the crypto space. They also explored the potential of blockchain technology in digital identity and the need for a seamless user experience while maintaining security.

Martha and Ben discussed the future of technology, including topics such as digital identity, the metaverse, and the convergence of technology and real life. They expressed excitement about the possibilities and emphasized the importance of ethical and inclusive development.

Knute and Ben discussed Knute's background in e-commerce, including how he and his wife started an e-commerce business, scaled it up, and eventually sold it. They also touched on topics such as dropshipping, branding, and the importance of customer experience.

Knute discovered crypto while running an e-commerce store in 2020 and became interested in it. He then joined Neo Tokyo and started his own project after being inspired by Becker and his involvement with Doge Pound.

Knute discussed his journey in the NFT market, including his initial demoralization, his desire to give back to the community, hiring a developer who scammed him, partnering with John Lemon, and the challenges they faced with the product's development and launch. They eventually realized the need to improve the user experience and align it with their original vision.

Knute and Ben discussed HodlPerks, a platform that connects brands, NFT creators, and NFT holders. They talked about the perks and partnerships offered to NFT holders, the importance of community engagement, and the key elements for long-term success in the NFT space.

Ben and Knute discussed the importance of having a cohesive culture and branding in order to create a successful NFT project. They also talked about the value of adding new perks and partnering with other communities to grow and engage members.