In today's episode, we tackle the question: WTF should brands be doing with NFTs? We’re joined by Avery Akkenini, President of VaynerNFT. Avery has worked with nearly every big brand and celebrity to help them develop their web3 strategy. This is a can’t miss episode!Learn more about Upstream Collectives here: Upstreamapp.com/collectivesFollow Avery on Twitter here:  https://twitter.com/avery_akkineniWatch the interview here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbEm_ACxYAB8Ek8pdiTjRwRead the blog here: https://blog.upstreamapp.com/

In this episode, we explore the question: WTF is a Wearable? Artist, Lola Blu joins Upstream's Co-Founder, Alex, to explain what in the world a wearable is and where you wear them. Hint: it’s in the metaverse. Let’s dive in!Learn more about Upstream Collectives here: Upstreamapp.com/collectivesFollow Lola on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/lolablu_Check out Lola's amazing art here: https://lolablu.com/Watch the interview here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbEm_ACxYAB8Ek8pdiTjRwRead the blog here: https://blog.upstreamapp.com/

In this episode, we tackle the question: WTF is Staking? Bobby Thakkar, co-founder of Ampersand and Pavan Sethi, founder of Wave3 Capital, share their knowledge on staking, a way to get the most out of your crypto assets while still holding onto them. Learn more about the opportunities and the risks of staking  in this episode.Learn more about Upstream Collectives here: Upstreamapp.com/collectivesFollow Bobby on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/BobbyThakkarFollow Pavan on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/pavansethi_Watch the interview here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbEm_ACxYAB8Ek8pdiTjRwRead the blog here: https://blog.upstreamapp.com/

In this episode, we explore the question: WTF is Solana? In this episode, Upstream’s Co-Founder Alex is joined by Edgar Pavlovsky and Barrett Williams, core contributors to Solana protocols. If don't know what what Solana is, you’re in the right place. Let’s dive in.Learn more about Upstream Collectives here: Upstreamapp.com/collectivesFollow Edgar on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/edgarpavlovskyFollow Barrett on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/barrett_ioWatch the interview here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbEm_ACxYAB8Ek8pdiTjRwRead the blog here: https://blog.upstreamapp.com/

In this episode, we answer the question: WTF is ETH 2.0? In this episode, Matt a.k.a @Lightclients on Twitter, a core developer at Ethereum, joins us to talk about what ETH 2.0 is, what it isn’t, and when it might be coming.Learn more about Upstream Collectives here: Upstreamapp.com/collectivesFollow @Lightclients on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/lightclientsWatch the interview here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbEm_ACxYAB8Ek8pdiTjRwRead the blog here: https://blog.upstreamapp.com/

In this episode, we explore the question: WTF is minting? In this episode, we talk with Ravi Vora, photographer and artist, and Jordan Prince, web developer at Solana, about the ins and outs of minting a NFT. Learn more about Upstream Collectives here: Upstreamapp.com/collectivesFollow Ravi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RaviVoraWatch the interview here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbEm_ACxYAB8Ek8pdiTjRwRead the blog here: https://blog.upstreamapp.com/

In this episode, we answer the question: WTF is a Hardware Wallet? We talk with Mike Dudas, Investor & Founder of The Block and Links DAO, about crypto safety and why you want to use a hardware wallet to keep your assets safe. This is a must-listen episode for anyone who owns or wants to own cryptocurrency or NFTs.Learn more about Upstream Collectives here: Upstreamapp.com/collectivesFollow Mike on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/mdudasWatch the interview here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbEm_ACxYAB8Ek8pdiTjRwRead the blog here: https://blog.upstreamapp.com/

In this episode, we tackle the question: WTF is an Airdrop? This is not an airdrop like you send a stranger a meme on the subway. It’s sending tokens or assets to someone’s crypto wallet. LG Doucet, Founder of The First Mint, joins us to break down what an airdrop is. LG pulls you in right from the beginning and this is one episode you don’t want to miss.Learn more about Upstream Collectives here: Upstreamapp.com/collectivesFollow LG on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/LgDoucetWatch the interview here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbEm_ACxYAB8Ek8pdiTjRwRead the blog here: https://blog.upstreamapp.com/

In this episode, we tackle the question: WTF is the metaverse? We’re joined by Breanna Faye, Metaverse Architect and Tech Exec. Breanna has worked in tech for 10 years, specializing in augmented reality and immersive experiences. This episode breaks down what the metaverse is and where it is going. It’s an absolute must-listen. Learn more about Upstream Collectives here: Upstreamapp.com/collectivesFollow Breanna on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/_breannafayeWatch the interview here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=94NLp16i-2w&t=1sRead the blog here: https://blog.upstreamapp.com/

In this episode, we tackle the question: WTF is DeFi? Jason Hitchcock, Partner at To The Moon Capital, walks us through the ins-and-outs decentralized finance. Among Jason's accomplishments include selling his start-up to Twitch and being early to ethereum and crypto punks. This is a can't-miss episode for anyone wondering what DeFi is, how it could disrupt the traditional banking system, and why this matters. Learn more about Upstream Collectives here: Upstreamapp.com/collectivesFollow Jason on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/JasonHitchcockWatch the interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2N9IF3KaOMsRead the blog  post here: blog.upstreamapp.com

In this episode, we tackle the question: WTF is web3? Upstream’s CEO, Alex Taub, interviews crypto investor and thought leader, Gaby Goldberg. Gaby is an investor at The Chernin Group (TCG) and is well-known for her amazing web3 reading list that has circled the internet, as well as her brilliant essays diving into consumer behavior and crypto trends. This is a must-watch episode for anyone who was ever asked what is web3...Learn more about Upstream Collectives here: Upstreamapp.com/collectivesFollow Gaby on Twitter here:  https://twitter.com/gaby_goldbergCheck out Gaby's Reading List here: https://gabygoldberg.notion.site/f7050e62461143d49345e7b46eb5576b?v=c02511c4230c44ce9a1a03c9757da524Watch the interview here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbEm_ACxYAB8Ek8pdiTjRwRead the blog here: https://blog.upstreamapp.com/