How did Netflix go from a DVD distribution company into a media production company? 1) It took a really long time, 2) they did a lot of weird things and took risky bets that most places wouldn't touch, 3) Hands-off (i.e. "decentralized") manage...

All big breakthroughs in tech start with decentralization.[Summary]In this episode, Ryan from teia.cafe explores the essential yet often overlooked link between decentralization and governance. He argues that while decentralizatio...

Is the Metaverse Dead? No, it Just Smells Funny - January 14, 2026Is the metaverse dead? A deep dive into how cultural perceptions about real-estate and real-life housing affects how the idea of virtual land is perceived. (Featuring Dece...

The Return of Crypto Populism in 2026: A Non-Partisan Take - January 10, 2026Economic turmoil and political turmoil often go hand-in-hand - we can see parallels happening now with what happened during the Great Depression, with the rise ...

Art becomes a weird thing during times of economic uncertainty because on one hand, when times get tough, the art budget is usually the first to go.On the other hand, the hard times itself creates demand for escapism and understanding - ...