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How do you actually launch a token on Base? 🟦

In this episode of the Onchain Media Podcast, Rachel Onchain sits down with Sebastian from Token Forge to explore how Token Forge is making token launches simpler for builders and projects on Base.

Sebastian shares the story behind Token Forge, why it was created, and what the platform offers to projects looking to launch onchain. We also walk through the launch experience, explore the Forge Hub and broader ecosystem, and discuss what’s next for Token Forge.

💬 In this episode, we cover:

• The story behind Token Forge

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In this episode of the Onchain Media podcast, host Rachel Onchain sits down with entrepreneur and Technotainment founder Wesley Ellul for a deep conversation on the future of AI, blockchain, entertainment, and the evolving creator economy.

Wesley shares his journey from the entertainment industry into emerging technologies, unpacking how AI is rapidly reshaping industries, lowering barriers to entry, and changing the future of work as we know it. The conversation explores how onchain infrastructure and decentralized technology could empower creators with greater ownership, transparency, and opportunity in the next era of media.

From Hollywood to Web3, this episode dives into the intersection of storytelling, entrepreneurship, innovation, and the human side of technological change.

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🧠 Key Takeaways

• Why AI will impact nearly every knowledge-based industry

• How creators can leverage AI to become significantly more efficient

• The shift from traditional career paths toward experiential learning

• Why decentralized infrastructure matters for creator ownership

• How blockchain and entertainment are beginning to merge

• The future of onchain media and transparent creator ecosystems

• Why lowering barriers to entry could unlock a new generation of creators

• Wesley’s entrepreneurial journey from DJing to building innovative companies

• The importance of community building in the digital age

• How Hollywood and Web3 are beginning to converge

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⏱️ Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Wesley Ellul and Onchain Media

03:04 The Impact of AI on the Job Market

06:00 Embracing AI for Business Efficiency

09:02 The Shift from Traditional Education to Experiential Learning

12:09 The Future of Jobs in the Age of AI

15:01 Healthcare and AI: Transformations Ahead

18:02 Technotainment: Revolutionizing Entertainment with Blockchain

21:05 Empowering Creators in the New Media Landscape

27:41 Building Trust in Entertainment and Web3

29:57 A Star-Studded Team: Merging Hollywood with Web3

32:37 Wesley's Entrepreneurial Journey: From DJ to Business Innovator 40:33 The Impact of Entrepreneurship and Community Building

43:21 Wesley's Entrepreneur of Impact Award Journey

47:31 Connecting with the Creator Economy

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🔗 Guest Resources

🐦 Follow Wesley Ellul on X: x.com/SurWess

🦋 Follow Technotainment on X: x.com/_technotainment

🌐 Technotainment Official Website: https://technotainment.com/ 🏆

Vote for Wesley for the Entrepreneur of Impact Award: entrepreneurofimpact.org/2026/wesley-ellul

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All views expressed are for informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute financial advice. Always do your own research before participating in any onchain projects. This media is not an offer to buy or sell securities and is intended solely for educational and entertainment purposes. This disclosure is in compliance with Section 17(b) of the United States Securities Act of 1933.

What does it take to leave AWS and bet your career on Web3?

In this episode of the Onchain Media Podcast, our host Rachel Onchain interviews Lucas Bean, author of 'Community Market Fit' and seasoned marketing expert who has worked with Fortune 500 companies like Sony and Atari.

In this episode of the Onchain Media Podcast, our host Rachel Onchain interviews Austin Griffith from the Ethereum Foundation.

In this episode of the Onchain Media podcast, our host Rachel Onchain sits down with Griff Green to explore one of the most defining moments in crypto history, the story of the first DAO, the 2016 hack, and the evolution of decentralized governance on Ethereum.

Griff shares a firsthand perspective on how The DAO experiment unfolded, the vulnerabilities that led to the historic hack, and the extraordinary recovery efforts that followed, including the now well known “hack the hacker” moment.

The conversation dives into how the DAO crisis shaped Ethereum, the lessons learned around smart contract security, and how today’s builders are rethinking governance and coordination in a decentralized world. Nearly a decade later, we explore what it means for “The DAO to be back” and how the ecosystem is evolving with a renewed focus on resilience and security.

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🧠 Key Takeaways

→ The first DAO was a groundbreaking experiment in decentralized coordination on Ethereum.

→ The 2016 DAO hack exposed critical vulnerabilities in early smart contracts.

→ The community response led to one of the most pivotal moments in Ethereum’s history.

→ “Hacking the hacker” became a unique recovery strategy in crypto.

→ DAO Wars highlighted the complexity of decentralized governance decisions.

→ Security is now a core focus in modern DAO design and infrastructure.

→ The evolution of DAOs reflects a shift toward more resilient systems.

→ Community and leadership remain critical in decentralized ecosystems.

→ The DAO is being rebuilt with stronger foundations and lessons from the past.

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⏱️ Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Griff and the DAO Space

05:16 The Evolution of DAOs and Personal Journeys

12:19 The DAO Hack A Pioneering Story

25:10 Recovery Efforts and the Aftermath of the DAO Hack

29:39 DAO Wars The Battle for Recovery

36:11 Navigating Edge Cases in the DAO Recovery

39:53 The Evolution of the DAO A Decade Later

47:51 Revamping the DAO A Focus on Security

55:50 Engaging the Community The DAO's Future

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Want to learn more about Griff Green and the projects mentioned? Here’s where to start 👇

🔗 The DAO Website thedao.fund

🐦 Griff Green on X x.com/griffgreen

🦄 Unicorn.eth myunicornaccount.com

💚 Giveth giveth.io

🌐 Ethereum Foundation https://ethereum.org

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All views expressed are for informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute financial advice.

Always do your own research before participating in any onchain projects.

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered an offer to buy or sell any securities.

In episode #027 of the Onchain Media Podcast, Rachel Onchain sits down with Mischa from BV7X to explore how AI-powered prediction models are being built to forecast Bitcoin markets and bring new intelligence to crypto trading. In this conversation, Mischa shares how BV7X is developing an onchain AI prediction system designed to analyze Bitcoin market activity, helping traders and participants better understand potential price movements through decentralized data and prediction markets.

They discuss how AI agents may transform the future of Bitcoin trading, why prediction markets could become a powerful tool for forecasting financial outcomes, and how crypto-native infrastructure is enabling new forms of market intelligence within decentralized finance. The conversation also covers tokenomics, staking mechanisms, and community governance, along with the broader implications of AI across industries, jobs, and the evolving regulatory landscape surrounding both AI and crypto.

Mischa also introduces the BV7X testnet, where users can begin exploring the platform and participating in early Bitcoin prediction models.

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🔗 Resources

💻 BV7X Website: bv7x.ai/

💬 Join the BV7X Telegram Community: t.me/BV7XOfficial

🧑‍💻 BV7X Terminal: bv7x.ai/terminal

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This episode contains sponsored content in collaboration with BV7X. All views expressed are for informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute financial advice. Always do your own research before participating in any onchain projects. This media is not an offer to buy or sell securities, simply for entertainment purposes. This disclosure is in compliance with Section 17(b) of the United States Securities Act of 1933.

In this episode of the Onchain Media podcast, our host Rachel Onchain welcomes Nick Bjorn Slettengren, the founder of Count on Sheep, a crypto tax service. They discuss Nick's journey into the crypto world, the importance of accurate tax reporting, and the new IRS 1099 DA form. The conversation highlights the significance of digital asset reconciliation and tax loss harvesting as strategies to optimize tax liabilities. Nick shares insights on how Count on Sheep can help individuals and businesses navigate the complexities of crypto taxes, emphasizing the need for early preparation and professional assistance.

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In this episode of the Onchain Media Podcast, Rachel Onchain sits down with Rex Tracer from DRVN Labo to explore how automotive culture and crypto are coming together in a new way.

Rex shares his journey in crypto (dating back to 2013), his lifelong passion for cars, and the vision behind DRVN Labo. We dive into how the project is using onchain tools to unlock fractional ownership of iconic vehicles, empower community participation, and create real-world experiences tied to digital ownership. The conversation also covers upcoming IRL activations, community-led monetization, and the charitable mission inspired by the legacy of Paul Walker.

This episode is a deep look at how culture, community, and onchain infrastructure can work together to onboard the next wave of users, while connecting a global community of car culture enthusiasts.

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🧠 Key Takeaways

• DRVN Labo bridges automotive culture and crypto through community ownership

• Rex Tracer has been building in crypto since 2013

• Fractional ownership enables broader access to iconic cars

• Community members help shape monetization decisions

• Media, education, and onboarding are core to DRVN’s mission

• Charity and sustainability are built into the project’s long-term vision

• Upcoming activations include ETHDenver and Slush Motorsports Festival

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⏱️ Chapters

00:00 Introduction to DRVN Labo & Rex Tracer

01:20 Rex’s Journey in Crypto and Car Culture

04:43 DRVN Labo’s Vision & Community Engagement

07:10 Exploring the DRVN App & RWAs

09:55 Fractional Ownership of Iconic Cars

12:17 Monetization Strategies for Collector Cars

14:28 Upcoming Events & Community Activations

17:43 The Legacy of Paul Walker

19:21 Charitable Efforts & Sustainability

21:17 Milestones & Future Developments

25:01 Partnerships & Collaborations

28:13 Community Engagement & Involvement

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Want to get involved with DRVN Labo? Here’s everything you need 👇

🔔 Subscribe to the DRVN Culture Newsletter www.drvnculture.xyz

🌐 Official Website drvnlabo.xyz

🚀 Become a DRVN Ambassador drvnlabo.xyz/drvn-labo-ambassador-program

🐦 Follow DRVN Labo on X x.com/DRVNlabo

💬 Join the Community (Discord) discord.gg/aDYEcX4a

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This episode contains sponsored content in partnership with DRVN Labo. All views expressed are for informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute financial advice. Always do your own research before participating in any onchain projects. This media is not an offer to buy or sell securities, simply for entertainment purposes. This disclosure is in compliance with Section 17(b) of the United States Securities Act of 1933.

In this episode of the Onchain Media Podcast, Rachel Onchain hosts Joshua Lapidus and Penguin from the Azos team. They discuss their backgrounds in crypto, the evolution of public goods, and the mission of Azos to bring real-world assets (RWAs) to decentralized finance (DeFi).

The conversation covers their strategic decision to build on the Base platform, the partnerships they are forming, and how they are designing positive feedback loops to encourage sustainable practices. They also delve into their rewards program, SEEDS, and share their philosophical views on creating better money for a better planet.

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Takeaways:

- Joshua Lapidus and Penguin have extensive backgrounds in crypto and public goods.

- Azos aims to solve the climate finance trilemma by integrating RWAs into DeFi.

- The team emphasizes the importance of community and collaboration in the crypto space.

- Building on Base provides a trusted environment for their project. Azos is focused on creating positive flywheels that reinforce good actions and sustainability.

- The SEEDS program incentivizes user engagement and participation in the ecosystem.

- The founders believe in the potential of blockchain to solve significant global issues.

- They aim to make DeFi accessible and fun for users through gamification. Partnerships with established organizations enhance Azos's credibility and reach.

- The future of money and sustainability is promising with improved tooling and frameworks.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to the Onchain Media Podcast

03:06 Guest Introductions and Backgrounds

09:37 Diving into Azos and Its Mission

11:23 Understanding Azos's Approach to Climate Finance

16:03 Why Azos Chose to Build on Base

20:38 Future Assets and Partnerships for Azos

21:53 The Power of Partnerships

22:30 Gamification and Positive Flywheels

23:58 Creating an Account and Referral Codes

24:00 Achievements and Gamification in Azos

24:08 The Philosophy Behind Better Money for a Better Planet

29:14 Future of Money and Sustainability

31:05 Calls to Action and Community Engagement

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