The Mint One Podcast

Rob interviews the Co-Founder of Rarible, Alex Salnikov, to discuss RaribleX: a brand-new solution for brands to launch custom web3 marketplaces. What impact could this venture - and others in the Rarible team - make on the industry as a whole?

RaribleX: https://x.rarible.com/ | Alex's Twitter: https://twitter.com/insider0x

Produced by John Nichols and Robert Baggs.

Rob talks shadowy figures, John chats about shady origins, and they both discuss a wealth of conspiracy theories about cryptocurrency. Are they all a load of nonsense, or could some of them be legitimate?

Produced by John Nichols and Robert Baggs.

John assesses the status quo, Rob talks assimilation, and they both discuss the history of web3 culture, it's bear market decline, and whether - in spite of that - it's becoming part of the mainstream.

Produced by John Nichols and Robert Baggs.

Rob shares his top tips, John explains why now is a fantastic time to learn, and they both discuss how to get started in web3 in 2023, the projects to look out for, and what the benefits could be to you.

Produced by John Nichols and Robert Baggs.

John talks his experiences, Rob has plenty of questions, and as John's time with AtomicHub and NFT Insider comes to a close, they discuss his two years with the leading NFT marketplace, what he's learned, and what comes next.

Produced by John Nichols and Robert Baggs.

Rob talks infighting, John wonders where the money has gone, and they both discuss the lawsuits between the Gala Games CEO and Company Director over £130M in funds, and what this could mean for one of the biggest players in blockchain gaming.

Produced by John Nichols and Robert Baggs.

John talks audio, Rob talks lighting, and they both dive into why they started the Mint One podcast - and why you should start a podcast too!

John's Gear:

Rob talks bad business, John has some harsh truths, and they both dive into the state of the web3 creator economy, and how in spite of OpenSea, the death of privacy, the collapse of the market and more, there's still a long road ahead for blockchain-based creators.

Produced by John Nichols and Robert Baggs.

John talks copycats, Rob dives into utility, and they both share their thoughts on Bitcoin Ordinals. Nearly six months from their explosion onto the scene, are they a blockchain revolution, or a shiny toy for crypto bros?

Produced by John Nichols and Robert Baggs.

Rob talks AI in web3, John discusses the status quo of blockchain games, and they both share their thoughts on why there's still plenty of reasons to be bullish about web3 in 2023!

Produced by John Nichols and Robert Baggs.

John talks poor web3 games, Rob discusses the community at large, and they both share their hot takes and unpopular opinions on all things web3!

Produced by John Nichols and Robert Baggs.

Rob's planning a trip to London, John thinks 1984 is upon us, and they both discuss the release of the Worldcoin cryptocurrency, and whether it's a financial revolution, or a dystopian horror.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

John talks securities, Rob is hopeful for a bull run, and they both discuss the landmark ruling in the Ripple Labs (XRP) vs. SEC lawsuit, and what it could mean for the crypto industry moving forwards.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

Rob talks virtual worlds, John gets quizzical, and they both dissect the popular video "The Future is a Dead Mall - Decentraland and the Metaverse" to discuss the facts, examine the shortfalls, and ponder the future of the metaverse.

John talks gold selling, Rob examines account trading, and they both discuss the history of real-money trading in video games, and if a web3 approach could be a win-win for players and developers alike.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

Rob talks web3 overlays, John looks at the competition, and as Gods Unchained makes its debut on the Epic Games Store, they both discuss the “Steam for web3” landscape, and who’s most likely to take the crown.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

John talks prize pools, Rob reveals his favourite WAX-based game, and they both dive into AtomicHub Game Fest; a first-of-its-kind 7-day online web3 games festival, taking place from June 19-25.

Rob talks scandal, John discusses his favourite topic – regulation, and they both dissect the charges the US SEC has brought against Binance, the response so far, and how this could change the whole blockchain industry.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

John & Rob interview the Game Director of Skyweaver, Eddie Fear, discussing their 2023 roadmap, how to balance a competitive game, and their plans for shaking up the TCG landscape!

Skyweaver: https://www.skyweaver.net

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

John talks hardware, Rob discusses trust, and after a tough week for Ledger upon the release of Ledger Recover, they try to answer the crucial question; are Ledger devices truly secure?

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

Rob talks robots, John makes a wardrobe change, and they both hand the reigns to ChatGPT, letting the popular AI direct an episode on the hottest questions in Web3, NFTs and blockchain gaming.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

John & Rob interview the Product Co-Founder of Flow, Layne Lafrance, discussing Flow’s formulative years, working with franchises such as the NBA, NFL and UFC, and a frank look at the progress required for Web3 to go mainstream!

Flow: https://flow.com

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

In a live exclusive, John sits down with Rob ahead of the final day of NFT.NYC 2023 to discuss the atmosphere on the show floor, how it compares to 2022, and all the highlights from the 5th edition of the leading NFT industry event.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

Rob talks Epic Games, John discusses progress, and they both dive into the metaverse once again to answer one simple question - what's changed in the last 18 months?

Tim Sweeney's GDC 2023 keynote: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EqQ84b-v1DE

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

John talks the Immutable x Polygon partnership, Rob is excited for EVE Online’s web3 sequel, and they both dive into all the highlights about blockchain gaming from GDC 2023 – and what you need to know.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

Rob talks Pokémon's move into web3, John shares his thoughts on Bitcoin Ordinals, and they both recap a wild, wacky and wayward month for NFTs, blockchain gaming and the web3 space.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

John & Rob interview the CEO of Bitski, Donnie Dinch, discussing their user-first approach to web3 wallets, his take on SVB & the current industry landscape, and a surprising take on what's holding Web3 back!

Bitski: https://www.bitski.com

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

John & Rob chat to the Executive Director of Wagyu Games - developers of Undead Blocks - Grant Haseley, discussing his favourite zombie shooters, how to make play-to-earn games that really work, and some exclusive alpha on the future of both Wagyu Games and Undead Blocks...

Undead Blocks: https://www.undeadblocks.com

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

John talks mobile games, Rob chats PC titles, and they both put together a comprehensive list of their favourite Web3 games set for release in 2023.

Burn Ghost: https://www.burnghost.com

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

John talks mobile games, Rob chats PC titles, and they both put together a comprehensive list of their favourite Web3 games set for release in 2023.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

Rob reviews the status quo, John chats about Twitter influencers, and they both dive into the creator economy in Web3, and why it's a very different kettle of fish than its Web2 predecessor.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

John looks at the recent pump, Rob rants about AAA games, and they both discuss the do's and don'ts for 2023, and their tips and tricks to get ahead in the Web3 space this year.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

John recaps CES 2023, Rob ponders social norms, and they both discuss the rise of Web3 social media, the potential highs, the worrying lows, and where the future may lay.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

Rob discusses PUBG's interest in NFTs, John wonders if this is the year for the metaverse, and they both chat about the year ahead, and why 2023 could be an absolute game-changer for Web3.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

John puts on his rose-tinted glasses, Rob gets all nostalgic, and they both recap a wild and tumultuous - but also progressive - year in the world of NFTs, blockchain gaming and Web3.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

Rob hedges his bets, John is feeling optimistic, and they both chat about their predictions for the WAX blockchain and the Web3 industry in 2022, and whether or not they came to fruition.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

John talks enhancing your output, Rob discusses working alongside AI, and they both chat about the viral interest in ChatGPT, the impact it'll have on Web3, and where it could take us in future.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

Rob is away this week, so special guest and NFT Insider Content Writer Sas talks her 2-year creator journey, John discusses trials and tribulations, and they both chat about everything you need to know to become a successful creator in the NFT space.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

Rob talks what it means to be a gamer, John rants about what he believes is a misconception, and they both chat about the changing face of digital identity in the wake of the continued rise of Web3.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

John talks virtual challenges, Rob discusses MMO villains, and they both chat about the upcoming Enter The Metaverse event by Tech Circus, and some of the biggest questions that they hope will be answered.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

Rob talks impressive developments, John explains why he’s bullish, and they both chat about why - in the pits of the bear market - there’s never been a more exciting time in Web3 than right now.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

John talks landmark events, Rob dives into the FTX collapse, and they both discuss all the major topics from the craziest week of 2022 for blockchain so far.

*Recorded before FTX's Chapter 11 filing- and yes, John recorded from the wrong mic, our apologies.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

John & Rob interview the Co-Founder & COO of The Sandbox, Sebastien Borget - discussing blockchain interoperability, the challenge of onboarding, and the future of the metaverse.

John talks fiduciary responsibility, Rob is concerned about protecting the vulnerable, and they both discuss the growing trend of adding blockchain elements to Web2 games.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

Rob talks the public opinion surrounding NFTs, John investigates media coverage, and they both discuss why many are saying that NFTs are dead - and why they're not entirely wrong.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

John talks the problems blockchain is facing, Rob discusses the status quo, and they both debate the onboarding process for Web3 – and why John thinks everyone’s got it wrong.

Produced by John Nichols of NFT Insider and Robert Baggs of Token Gamer.

John & Rob interview Big Time Studios' Guild Lead, Matt Thwaites, discussing the RPG genre, the current state of blockchain gaming, and how Big Time are setting the standard for Web3 MMOs.