Crypto ETFs and taxes, the impact of AI, Apple's payments policy shift, and digital art gatekeeping
Today's conversation meanders from high-yield crypto ETFs to Eric's exploration of AI's impact on future career possibilities before switching to a discussion about Apple's NFT / crypto policy update. The two wrap up with a discussion about the ongoing problem of gatekeeping in the digital art market.
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Talking shop: Art becomes social
The co-hosts resume their tried and true format, talking shop sans guests. They discuss how blockchain tech has enabled art to become social in a way that was previously impossible. They also examine the Zora "coin content" mechanism and the concept of "tokenizing everything." The episode ends with a shout-out to Mintface's The Line Institute launching a physical gallery in New Zealand.
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Filthy Fiat with Coldie
Artist Coldie joins DKleine and Eric P. Rhodes to discuss his work on "Filthy Fiat" -- a project that examines art inspired by the organic decomposition of dollar bills and asks questions about the nature of money.The group also discusses Coldie's sometimes-disappointing interactions with AI in his efforts to enhance a previously written novel.You can find Coldie on X at https://x.com/filthy_fiat and his website at https://coldie3d.com/
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Finding success as an artist in Web3 with OBJKT.com's RDToTheMoon
DKleine and Eric P. Rhodes have a frank conversation with OBJKT.com's Rob RDToTheMoon about finding work in Web3 and how an artist needs to step beyond the confines of their comfort zone to make a business based on their passion.You can find Rob at @RDToTheMoon on X and Instagram.
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CryptoPunks, Derivatives, and Other Niche Cultural Spaces with Sean Bonner
Artist, author, activist and self-described 'misanthropologist' Sean Bonner joins DKleine and Eric P. Rhodes to discuss his reflections on the CryptoPunk movement and the phenomenon of derivative creativity that followed its inception. The group discusses Bonner's contributions to the first official book about CryptoPunks entitled, CryptoPunks: Free to Claim and dig into thoughts related to his upcoming book, Punks not Ded.
Rising Tide with DKleine and Eric P. Rhodes delves into today's crypto culture, examining controversial issues and ongoing developments in the industry.
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