This episode of the Blockrunner Podcast breaks down one of the most revealing weeks we’ve seen at the intersection of crypto, AI, and creator monetization.
What began as a promising experiment in creator capital markets quickly turned into a live stress test for liquidity, incentives, and trust. We walk through the rise and collapse of the Ralph token, why it initially made sense, how it gained traction, and why it unraveled the moment the creator sold. The fallout wasn’t just about price action. It exposed deeper structural problems that most internet capital markets haven’t solved yet.
From there, the conversation expands into the accelerating timeline toward AGI, why looping AI systems and agent swarms change the nature of work, and what happens to human purpose when intelligence becomes abundant. We react to Davos conversations, including moments where Bitcoin is openly laughed at by legacy financial institutions, and explain why those reactions reveal more ignorance than confidence.
We then tackle the uncomfortable question most Bitcoin holders avoid: how the network remains secure long-term. Transaction fees alone are not a viable answer. We explore why Bitcoin’s security budget faces a real challenge over the next decade and why a second subsidy may be the only credible path forward without changing Bitcoin’s core protocol.
This episode ties everything together into a single thesis. Internet capital markets are early, powerful, and inevitable, but without proper incentive design and liquidity structure, they will continue to fail in dramatic fashion.
If you’re thinking seriously about AI, crypto, creator monetization, and Bitcoin’s future, this episode will challenge your assumptions.
Learn more about the second subsidy thesis at natgmi.com.
In this episode of TBR 1 hr Podcasts, hosts Iman and Will delve into the fascinating world of the metaverse and its potential impact on our lives. They discuss the merging of virtual and physical realities, sharing personal experiences and insightful observations. From the allure of virtual environments to the emergence of new technologies and innovations, Iman and Will explore the possibilities of the metaverse. Join them as they navigate this immersive journey, uncovering the potential for connection and self-discovery in the metaverse.
In this episode of the TBR 1 hr Podcasts, join us for an insightful discussion on Atomicals, the new mining craze that is revolutionizing the Bitcoin chain. We dive into the benefits of mineable tokens, the customization of transaction IDs, and the potential for developers to create exciting web3 products using Atomicals. Our guest, a seasoned blockchain expert, shares his vision for the future of token protocols and the significance of Atomicals in the evolution of digital identity systems. Atomicals has the potential to usher in a new era of efficiency improvements and programmable solutions for developers to build robust ecosystems on top of Bitcoin. Unlike many other projects promising to deliver on these same value adds, Atomicals has a working protocol that can be leveraged today.
In this episode of TBR 1 hr Podcasts, hosts Iman and Will are joined by guest Gansy as they delve into the world of rare sats. The speaker, with a background in banking and coin collection, shares their fascination with the introduction of Ordinals and how it has made bitcoin collectible on a new level. They discuss their experience in art collections and the importance of pattern recognition in the world of rare sats. They also explore the concept of non-arbitrary asset types and the potential for creating new tokens on Bitcoin's blockchain. The discussion touches on the challenges and opportunities in the NFT space and the future of rare sats as a game mechanic.
In this episode of the TBR 1 hr Podcast, hosts Iman and Will are joined by guest Jeffrey to delve into a fascinating discussion about the metaverse, Bitcoin ordinals, and the future direction of these topics. They explore the similarities between building experiences in 3D and virtual realms, the challenges of creating something with stickiness, and the best ways for the community to collaborate in the metaverse. The conversation also touches on the concept of open source and interoperability in blockchain technology, the potential of Bitmaps in the future, and the importance of continuous improvement in development cycles. Listeners will gain insights into the Recursiverse company, its focus on building games, metaverse, game engines, tools, and marketplaces. Discover the benefits of open and closed metaverse ecosystems, modular development in game creation, and the importance of supporting creators with a royalty system.
Hosts Iman and Will are joined by special guests Randy and Josh from Ordinals Wallet. They dive into the era of building for Bitcoin. The conversation explores the challenges posed by Ethereum fees and the need for alternative platforms. The speakers also address the future of Bitcoin, the importance of addressing its underlying system inefficiencies, and the potential of Ordinals to revolutionize the market. They share insights on their journey as entrepreneurs and highlight the value of customer-centric innovation. Also, the founders of Ordinals Wallet breakdown the timeline of events that ensued after the release of Runes proposal and how they intend to further development within the fungible token environment of Bitcoin.