Odyssey

By Binary Builders

Follow Onur and Max´s weekly deep-dives into crypto market chaos, macro larping, and AI adventures.

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The podcast currently has 83 episodes available.

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March 14, 2026 #083 - Cheezy: The Crypto Neobanking and Tradfi - DeFi Convergence Theses
Summary
In this episode, Max interviews Cheezy from Memento Research, exploring the latest trends in DeFi, crypto neo banking, and the convergence of traditional and decentralized finance. They discuss project theses, market dynamics, and future opportunities in the crypto space.

Follow Cheezy: https://x.com/0xCheeezzyyyy
Follow Memento Research: https://x.com/mementoresearch

Chapters
(00:00) Introduction and Background
(02:05) Journey into Crypto and DeFi
(04:53) Memento Research and Its Mission
(08:09) Understanding DeFi and Its Mechanisms
(11:38) The Role of Layer 2 Solutions
(17:41) Value Accrual in Memento and DeFi
(21:18) The Future of Decentralized Finance
(25:41) Current Market Trends and Opportunities
(32:49) The Importance of Fundamentals in Crypto
(40:35) Looking Ahead: Predictions for the Crypto Space

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DISCLAIMER: Nothing said on the Odyssey Podcast is a recommendation to buy or sell any security or token, nor does it constitute any tax or legal advice. The podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Any views expressed by the hosts or the guests are solely opinions and not financial, legal, or tax advice. The hosts and guests may hold positions, equity, or advisory positions in the projects, companies, and funds discussed.
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March 13, 2026 #082 - Panoptic: The Breakout Moment for DeFi Options w/Guillaume Lambert
Summary
Guillaume Lambert, physicist turned DeFi polymath, discusses the evolution of liquidity provisioning, the math behind Uniswap v2 and v3, and the potential of Panoptic for decentralized options trading. Discover how advanced strategies like gamma scalping and delta-neutral positions are shaping the future of DeFi yield.

Follow Guillaume: https://x.com/guil_lambert
Follow Panoptic: https://x.com/Panoptic_xyz
Guillaume's famous LP articles: https://lambert-guillaume.medium.com/

Chapters
(00:00) Introduction and Guest Background
(01:00) Guillaume's Transition from Physics to Crypto
(01:53) Early Involvement in Ethereum and DeFi
(02:44) Learning and Experimenting with Uniswap v1, v2, and v3
(03:41) Mathematical Insights into LP Positions
(04:40) Why Guillaume Chose LPing and Options Trading
(06:42) Understanding Uniswap v3's Liquidity Mechanics
(08:27) Options Payoff Structures and Risk Management
(10:38) Convexity, Gamma, and Risk-Reward Profiles
(12:37) Range and Width of LP Positions as Options
(14:38) Strategies: Yield Farming vs. Expressing Market Opinions
(17:08) Comparison with Other Protocols: Yield and Gamma Swap
(21:07) Panoptic Architecture and Features
(23:05) Leveraging Loans and Leverage in Panoptic
(24:42) Collateralization and Lending within Panoptic
(28:36) Customizability of Panoptic and Asset Management
(30:33) New Yield Sources and Market Opportunities
(35:31) Why Options in DeFi Are Timely and Relevant
(40:25) Challenges and Innovations in On-Chain Options Trading
(44:22) Upcoming Launch and Future Roadmap of Panoptic
(48:19) Simple Strategies for Beginners in Options Trading
(51:06) Future Plans and Broader Expansion of Panoptic
(52:46) Closing Remarks and Contact Information

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DISCLAIMER: Nothing said on the Odyssey Podcast is a recommendation to buy or sell any security or token, nor does it constitute any tax or legal advice. The podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Any views expressed by the hosts or the guests are solely opinions and not financial, legal, or tax advice. The hosts and guests may hold positions, equity, or advisory positions in the projects, companies, and funds discussed.

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March 11, 2026 #081 - Roundtable: State of Yields, Geopolitics, and AI w/InfiniFi, IPOR, and TAU Labs
Summary
This roundtable features experts discussing the current geopolitical tensions, market outlooks, crypto strategies, and the impact of AI on DeFi. They analyze recent events, market opportunities, and the future of RWAs and chain development.

Follow Vlad: https://x.com/0xpxls
Follow TAU: https://x.com/628Labs

Follow Rob: https://x.com/RobAnon
Follow InfiniFi: https://x.com/infiniFi

Follow Darren: https://x.com/DarrenCamas
Follow IPOR: https://x.com/ipor_io

Chapters
(00:00) Market Outlook Amidst Geopolitical Tensions
(05:51) Crypto's Resilience and Investment Strategies
(10:19) The Role of DeFi in Current Market Dynamics
(15:21) Emerging Trends in DeFi and Yield Opportunities
(19:58) The Future of New Chains and Incentives
(24:51) Long-term Viability of DeFi Tokens
(31:41) Current Landscape of Competitive Lending
(35:44) Strategies for Growth in DeFi
(37:45) Exploring Real-World Assets (RWAs)
(43:17) The Role of AI in Finance
(56:15) Final Thoughts and Future Directions

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DISCLAIMER: Nothing said on the Odyssey Podcast is a recommendation to buy or sell any security or token, nor does it constitute any tax or legal advice. The podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Any views expressed by the hosts or the guests are solely opinions and not financial, legal, or tax advice. The hosts and guests may hold positions, equity, or advisory positions in the projects, companies, and funds discussed.

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March 10, 2026 #080 - Balancer w/Simon - Head of DeFi
Summary
In this episode, Simon, Head of DeFi at Balancer, one of THE og DeFi protocols, shares insights into Balancer's innovative products, strategic positioning, and future outlook in DeFi. Discover how Balancer's diverse pool offerings and security focus are shaping the industry.

Follow Simon: https://x.com/simonthekid_
Follow Balancer: https://x.com/Balancer

Chapters
(00:00) Introduction to Simon and Balancer
(03:50) The Appeal of Balancer in DeFi
(06:31) Understanding Balancer's Product Range
(09:35) Exploring Weighted Pools and Rebalancing
(12:36) Boosted Pools and Their Efficiency
(15:31) Partnerships and Competitive Landscape
(17:53) Innovations in Balancer V3
(20:51) Metrics for Success in DeFi
(23:46) The Future of Balancer and DeFi
(27:10) Closing Thoughts and Future Opportunities

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DISCLAIMER: Nothing said on the Odyssey Podcast is a recommendation to buy or sell any security or token, nor does it constitute any tax or legal advice. The podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Any views expressed by the hosts or the guests are solely opinions and not financial, legal, or tax advice. The hosts and guests may hold positions, equity, or advisory positions in the projects, companies, and funds discussed.

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March 10, 2026 #079 - Telos and Cassa: Bringing Risk Management to Vaults w/Luca
Summary
Luca, co-founder of Telos and Cassa, shares insights on DeFi risk management, curation, and innovative yield strategies. Explore how risk infrastructure, tokenized assets, and institutional capital are shaping the future of on-chain finance.

Follow Luca: https://x.com/LucaB_Cassa
Follow Cassa: https://x.com/Cassa_fyi
Follow Telos: https://x.com/TelosConsilium

Chapters
(00:00) Introduction to Luca and His Journey in Crypto
(06:25) The Evolution of Curation and Risk Management in DeFi
(11:59) Understanding the Role of Curators and Their Challenges
(17:29) The Importance of Risk Infrastructure in DeFi
(21:16) Quantifying Risk in a Dynamic DeFi Landscape
(25:05) Navigating Security and Compliance in DeFi
(25:56) Understanding Cassa: The Future of Risk Tokens
(29:36) The Evolution of Risk Management in DeFi
(32:32) Yield Sources and the Role of RWAs
(35:32) Evaluating Curators and Strategies in DeFi
(38:13) The Future of DeFi: Trends and Predictions
(40:25) Innovations in Risk Infrastructure and Underwriting
(44:27) Final Thoughts on the State of DeFi

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DISCLAIMER: Nothing said on the Odyssey Podcast is a recommendation to buy or sell any security or token, nor does it constitute any tax or legal advice. The podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Any views expressed by the hosts or the guests are solely opinions and not financial, legal, or tax advice. The hosts and guests may hold positions, equity, or advisory positions in the projects, companies, and funds discussed.

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March 05, 2026 #078 - Soon: The Base Layer for x402 Applications w/Joanna Zeng
Summary
Joanna Zeng from Soon discusses the evolution of agentic payments, the role of infrastructure in crypto, and the future of AI and blockchain integration. This conversation explores how these technologies can revolutionize consumer applications, payments, and the broader economy.

Check out Soon: https://x.com/soon_svm
Follow Joanna: https://x.com/justsayuluvjo

Chapters
(00:00) Introduction to Joanna and Soon
(01:48) Joanna's Background and the Birth of Soon
(05:18) Understanding X4.2 and Agentic Payments
(09:59) Soon's Infrastructure and Consumer Applications
(13:58) Innovative Use Cases for Agentic Payments
(17:52) Consumer-Centric Applications and Market Fit
(22:16) Future of Agentic Payments and Adoption Challenges
(29:08) Innovative Use Cases for AI and Consumer Brands
(30:20) Go-to-Market Strategy and Building Applications
(32:05) The Role of Tokens in Ecosystem Growth
(35:37) Value Accrual in an Agentic Economy
(40:49) Philosophical Implications of AI and Value Creation
(48:22) Future Outlook for SOON and Metrics for Success

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DISCLAIMER: Nothing said on the Odyssey Podcast is a recommendation to buy or sell any security or token, nor does it constitute any tax or legal advice. The podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Any views expressed by the hosts or the guests are solely opinions and not financial, legal, or tax advice. The hosts and guests may hold positions, equity, or advisory positions in the projects, companies, and funds discussed.
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March 04, 2026 #077 - State of RWAs, DeFi Yields, and Agents w/Vlad from TAU Labs
Summary
In this in-depth interview, Vlad from TAU Labs discusses the current state of DeFi, market trends, the impact of macro events, and the future of crypto and AI integration. Gain insights into yield strategies, prediction markets, DAO dynamics, and societal implications of AI advancements.

Chapters
(00:00) The Current State of Crypto and DeFi
(09:09) Adapting Strategies in a Changing Yield Landscape
(17:05) The Future of DeFi and Institutional Involvement
(28:17) AI in DeFi: Opportunities and Cautions
(36:23) Societal Impacts of AI and Economic Disparities

Follow Vlad: https://x.com/0xpxls
Follow TAU: https://x.com/628Labs

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DISCLAIMER: Nothing said on the Odyssey Podcast is a recommendation to buy or sell any security or token, nor does it constitute any tax or legal advice. The podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Any views expressed by the hosts or the guests are solely opinions and not financial, legal, or tax advice. The hosts and guests may hold positions, equity, or advisory positions in the projects, companies, and funds discussed.
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March 03, 2026 #076 - Hyperliquid and HyperEVM w/Tobias Reisner
Summary
In this episode, Tobias Reisner shares his insights on Hyperliquid, its ecosystem, and the future of decentralized finance. Discover how data-driven analysis and innovative products are shaping the hyper liquid space and what opportunities lie ahead.

Follow Tobias: https://x.com/reisnertobias

Chapters
(00:00) Introduction to Hyperliquid and Tobias Reisner
(03:44) Tobias's Journey in Crypto and Hyperliquid
(06:41) The Evolution of Hyperliquid and Its Metrics
(09:18) Hyperliquid's Future and Market Positioning
(12:06) Tokenized Assets and Their Growth Potential
(14:57) Exciting Projects in the Hyperliquid Ecosystem
(17:50) Understanding Options in Crypto Trading
(20:53) The Competitive Landscape of Perp DEXs
(24:00) Building on Hyper-EVM and Community Support
(27:05) The Role of the Hyperliquid Core Team
(29:43) Future Growth and Development in Hyperliquid
(32:15) Final Thoughts on the Crypto Ecosystem

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DISCLAIMER: Nothing said on the Odyssey Podcast is a recommendation to buy or sell any security or token, nor does it constitute any tax or legal advice. The podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Any views expressed by the hosts or the guests are solely opinions and not financial, legal, or tax advice. The hosts and guests may hold positions, equity, or advisory positions in the projects, companies, and funds discussed.
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March 03, 2026 #075 - Pendle and Boros w/RightSide
Summary
In this episode, we explore Pendle's evolution, its innovative yield trading platform, and the recent revamp of its tokenomics. Rightside from Pendle shares insights into on-chain and off-chain yield trading, market dynamics, and future plans, including RWA integration and Boros expansion.

Check out Pendle: https://x.com/pendle_fi
Check out Boros: https://x.com/boros_fi
Follow RightSide: https://x.com/Rightsideonly

Chapters
(00:00) Introduction to Pendle and Its Growth
(02:37) The Evolution of Pendle: From V1 to V2
(06:46) Understanding PTs and YTs: Mechanics and Pricing
(11:11) Market Dynamics: Factors Affecting Pricing
(15:09) Growth Strategies and Market Adaptation
(19:01) Asset Listing and Risk Management in Pendle
(22:09) The Role of Points in Yield Trading
(26:05) Liquidity Provisioning and Expiry Mechanics
(28:57) Understanding SUSDA Pools and Implied APY Dynamics
(31:22) Short-Term Trading Behavior and Market Volatility
(34:47) Revamping Tokenomics: From V-Pendle to S-Pendle
(40:49) Introducing Boros: Trading Rates and Yield Off-Chain
(45:37) Boros Economics and Integration with Pendle Ecosystem
(50:43) Future of Assets: Exploring RWAs in DeFi

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DISCLAIMER: Nothing said on the Odyssey Podcast is a recommendation to buy or sell any security or token, nor does it constitute any tax or legal advice. The podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Any views expressed by the hosts or the guests are solely opinions and not financial, legal, or tax advice. The hosts and guests may hold positions, equity, or advisory positions in the projects, companies, and funds discussed.
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March 02, 2026 #074 - Rocket - The Next Evolution of Perp DEXs
Summary
In this episode, Rocket's team discusses their innovative approach to decentralized perpetual DEXs, focusing on micro auctions, improved trading features, and their roadmap for growth and innovation in DeFi.

Follow Rocket and check out their Beta: https://x.com/RCKTFoundation

Chapters
(00:00) Introduction to Rocket and Team Background
(03:27) Identifying Gaps in the Perpdex Landscape
(06:24) Innovative Solutions: Micro Auctions Explained
(09:16) Technical Insights: How Micro Auctions Work
(12:04) Market Maker Dynamics in the New System
(14:53) Growth Strategy and Community Engagement
(17:30) Platform Walkthrough and Features Overview
(20:46) Points Program and User Participation
(23:36) Portfolio Features and User Analytics
(25:32) Analyzing Trading Strategies and Performance Metrics
(29:40) Innovations in Trading Platforms and AI Integration
(35:32) Understanding the Competitive Landscape of Perpetual DEXs
(40:50) Future Innovations and Market Trends in DeFi
(44:27) Path Forward for Rocket and Upcoming Features

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DISCLAIMER: Nothing said on the Odyssey Podcast is a recommendation to buy or sell any security or token, nor does it constitute any tax or legal advice. The podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Any views expressed by the hosts or the guests are solely opinions and not financial, legal, or tax advice. The hosts and guests may hold positions, equity, or advisory positions in the projects, companies, and funds discussed.
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FAQs about Odyssey:

How many episodes does Odyssey have?

The podcast currently has 83 episodes available.