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What does it take to make your mark on the world? Frontiers is a podcast about cultural pioneers and business innovators who have done just that. Each episode gets intimate with different guests to hear their inspiring stories, learn from their journey to date and glimpse at what the future has in store. Frontiers is brought to you by The Upside, an innovation studio that partners with the world’s leading brands. Helping them navigate Frontiers at the intersection of culture, commerce and creativity. Find out more at theupside.net.

20 - World of Women’s Samantha Hawes - How can we empower women with Web3?
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  • 20 - World of Women’s Samantha Hawes - How can we empower women with Web3?

    World of Women began as a women-founded NFT project, gaining the attention of notable holders including Reese Witherspoon and Shonda Rhimes. As the community grows, the team remains true to its mission - to get more women into Web3.

    In this episode, Niku and Iona talk to Samantha about building a supportive community both offline and online. They discuss the creative potential of owning IP rights and why more Web3 companies need to prioritise inclusivity.


    Links

    Learn more about World of Women https://www.worldofwomen.art/ and listen to Samantha’s podcast Healing But Human https://open.spotify.com/show/2P6uGjVFIESchT1Qo4ckLl

    Read The Upside’s Better Metaverse Report https://bettermetaverse.theupside.net/

    Discover more about The Upside 

    https://www.theupside.net/

    https://www.instagram.com/theupside.london


    Mon, 18 Mar 2024 - 28min
  • 19 - Aglet’s Ryan David Mullins - Is the future of digital the disappearance of ‘digital’?

    Dive into the world of sneakers and digital collectables with Aglet's creator, Ryan David Mullins.

    From a sneaker-loving kid to a Web3 entrepreneur, Ryan is revolutionising commerce with a collectable experience that blends physical and digital worlds.

    Join John and Niku as they speak to Ryan about the cultural significance of sneakers, how collecting has shifted into the online world and how to build whole new on-life worlds.


    Links


    Follow Ryan on Instagram @ryandavidmullins and explore Aglet for yourself https://aglet.app/

    Read The Upside’s Better Metaverse Report https://bettermetaverse.theupside.net/

    Discover more about The Upside 

    https://www.theupside.net/

    https://www.instagram.com/theupside.london

    Mon, 11 Mar 2024 - 30min
  • 18 - Hiro Capital’s Cherry Freeman - When is the best time to invest in Web3?

    At the turn of the millennium Cherry Freeman experienced first-hand the sudden rise and fiery fall of start up boo.com. Now as a VC and Founder at Hiro Capital, we explore Cherry's investment secrets - from timing the market to picking the winners.

    In this episode John and Niku delve into Cherry’s unique journey. We discover how this early experience shapes her investment strategy today, where she sees opportunity in Web3 and the critical role that content plays in investment. 



    Links

    Find out more about what Cherry is investing in at Hiro Capital https://hiro.capital/

    Read The Upside’s Better Metaverse Report https://bettermetaverse.theupside.net/

    Discover more about The Upside 

    https://www.theupside.net/

    https://www.instagram.com/theupside.london


    Mon, 04 Mar 2024 - 27min
  • 17 - ReFi evangelist John Ellison - Can Web3 help save our planet?

    As climate scientists warn we’re on the brink of no return, a new movement believes technology can turn things around. Regenerative Finance, or ReFi, is a revolutionary financial movement using collective action and investment in planet healing projects.

    Join Iona and Niku as they dive into the world of ReFi with John Ellison. They explore how DAOs are empowering climate action and the potential of Web3 to save our planet. Is ReFi the answer we've been searching for?


    Links

    Follow John’s journey on X (Twitter) @climateXcrypto and listen to the ReFi podcast to learn more https://twitter.com/ReFiPodcast

    Read The Upside’s Better Metaverse Report https://bettermetaverse.theupside.net/

    Discover more about The Upside 

    https://www.theupside.net/

    https://www.instagram.com/theupside.london

    Mon, 26 Feb 2024 - 31min
  • 16 - Latasha - Can the blockchain help musicians reclaim their rights?

    Latasha isn't just making music, she's making history. From battling industry players for a pay cheque to selling her own music videos on the blockchain for tens of thousands of dollars. Latasha saw the potential of the blockchain to financially empower artists and set out to pioneer that change.

    In this episode John and Niku talk to Latasha about the complexities of identity, the power of community, and how technology is building a more equitable music industry.

    Links

    Follow Latasha’s movements on social media @callmelatasha, or check her out on Zora https://zora.co/latasha.eth

    Read The Upside’s Better Metaverse Report https://bettermetaverse.theupside.net/

    Discover more about The Upside 

    https://www.theupside.net/

    https://www.instagram.com/theupside.london

    Mon, 19 Feb 2024 - 30min
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