In this special episode, we delve deep into our immersive experience at the Friends With Benefits Fest 2023, nestled in the picturesque environs of Idyllwild, California. As a unique social DAO that seamlessly blends culture and technology, Friends With Benefits has garnered attention with its innovative membership approach - holding 75 FWB Tokens as the gateway to being part of this dynamic community. This year, Wendellen and Maceo took the plunge, joining the ranks of this buzzing collective to decipher the hype, understand the community ethos, and determine their place amongst this vibrant assembly of internet aficionados. Join us as we share our firsthand perspectives on the unforgettable weekend, the tight-knit community spirit, and our holistic views on the project that is setting new paradigms. Tune in and get a taste of the future of community building!

Hosted by Maceo Whatley alongside Guest Wendellen Li

Postproduction by Ameen Rahman (New Intro and Outro song and engineering) He's a real ass rapper too, go follow him on the gram!

It was a real honor to have Wendellen and Ameen contribute to making this happen as well as behind-the-scenes help from Drew Korn.

We Them Niggas: https://www.bonfire.xyz/wethemniggas/web3

Friends with Benefits: https://www.fwb.help/

Maceo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/maceo_whatley

Wendellen on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wendellen_li

Ameen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arobsmusic/?hl=en

Maceo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maceo_d_langston/?hl=en

Wendellen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wendellen_li/?hl=en

In this episode, I am honored to have Ashley Caines, a passionate advocate for social change from the Bronx, NYC, as my special guest.

Ashley's belief in the power of history to provide insights into human nature sets the stage for an enlightening discussion. We learn about her early days as an advocate in elementary school and her deep involvement in Model United Nations during her time at the University of Pennsylvania. Inspired by influential women leaders like Hillary Clinton and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Ashley sets her sights on running for political office, driven by her passion for making a positive impact in the world.

As we navigate through Ashley's journey, we explore the fascinating world of Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs). We uncover the transformative potential of DAOs in revolutionizing various sectors and creating more equitable and inclusive systems. Ashley's personal experiences and expertise in history provide a unique perspective on the evolving scope and potential of DAOs.

Join us as we delve into this captivating conversation, where Ashley's passion, education, and aspirations converge with the groundbreaking advancements in the Web3 and DAO space. Together, we'll explore the possibilities that decentralized technologies offer and how they can shape a better future for all. Get ready to be inspired and informed on this episode of "We Them Niggas."

Wu-Tang Clan's C.R.E.AM. (crypto) project

Ashley's Twitter

Ashley's Instagram

Tech Runs DAO

Decent DAO

Join us in this episode as we dive into the world of web3 music with the legendary Jadyn Violet. Known for his expertise in community building and his influential role as an artist in the web3 space, Jadyn has been hosting Twitter spaces and connecting with music enthusiasts for the past ten months. As a first touch point for many individuals venturing into web3 music, Jadyn's insights are invaluable in understanding the realm of Music NFTs and their significance in shaping the future of the music industry and the creator economy. Tune in for a captivating discussion on leveraging community, brand equity, and the exciting possibilities of web3 in music.

⁠Jadyn Violet's Linktree⁠

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⁠Maceo's Instagram

Join me in an inspiring episode as I connect with Joshua—a life coach, mentor, and friend dedicated to uplifting humanity. From Baltimore to greatness, we explore his transformative journey as a psychotherapist, trauma-informed life coach, and restorative justice advocate. Discover how his unique approach reshapes narratives and empowers individuals. Together, we'll uncover Joshua's remarkable story of serving and making a difference.

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Join us in this episode as we delve into the captivating journey of JED XO, an emerging artist based in Lagos, Nigeria. Discover how he leveraged Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) to transform his music career, finding global supporters while web3 tools and communities empowered his artistic vision. Unveil his path to success and the pivotal role of web3 communities.

Connect with JED XO on the following platforms to keep up with him:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jedxo1/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/1jedxo

The Server: https://discord.gg/WvNuzZbU

In this interview come learn about Chris Edelman, a friend of mine I connected with after hearing one of his placements with a rapper named Fresh the Prophet. In this episode, we take a dive into his career so far in the New York music scene from working with higher profile artists like Smookie Margiela and Asian Doll to artists who waste their time and just talk to him in the studio like me. Tune in if you want to hear what someone behind the curtain has to say about New York Drill and working in the culture as an engineer and producer.

Tap in w him on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/prodbygekko/

In this episode, I bring in guest Black Dave a multidisciplinary artist that loves anime, rap music, as well as streetwear, and who has been making a name for himself in the world of NFTs. For many people, this space is full of unknowns and for that reason, I thought it would be wonderful to have him join me to help us start to unpack NFTs, web3, and what they mean for the future of artistry and the creator economy. If these subjects are of interest to you or pique your interest then tap in with Dave and me to learn more about his journey into the space, as an artist, visionary and black man. Lastly, if you like this content please share it with a friend! This is just the beginning of my journey as a journalist covering the culture and crypto intersection and I'm excited for you to join me!

Also to keep up with him you can find him on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/BlackDave

and on Instagram, you can find him here: https://www.instagram.com/blackdaveblackdave/

Opensea: https://opensea.io/BlackDave

In this interview learn about Mike Brown, host of The Art of Letting Go, a podcast where he shares himself fully with his audience. He was recognized by Spotify for his work in 2022 when he was awarded a position in their Residency for Black Musicians and Creatives. In this episode, he shares with me his journey into podcasting and we begin to discuss the future of what it means to make content in this space. Thanks for tuning in.

Follow Mike on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/just_mikebrown

Check out his podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/79S6QUOMZkodjQilpzaQ7x?si=a5d0e39c87f54a73

In this episode, I discuss colonialism and the impact it has had on the modern world with one of my best friends from college, Phil Chin. A writer, critical thinker, and a young man on a journey to make his mark on the world.

In this episode, I connect with two of my friends from college Julia my roommate and Alessia a good friend of ours to talk about a variety of topics ranging from the premise of the podcast, our respective relationships to the church, spirituality, gender and as always we freestyle a little bit too. So jump in and get to know two of my good friends and see where things go! This was my first time having these two on the show and I look forward to their return. I hope you enjoy it!