Solana Weekly

Mar 12 2025 107 ep. 29 mins 17
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All the happenings on Solana, from NFT's to Defi to rugs. Compiled weekly to get you the information you need to understand the big picture.

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Solana Weekly #106 - From the Largest Community Airdrop on Solana to a Global Brand With Wen

Mar 12 2025 72 mins  
Dive into a dynamic conversation with Swervor, core contributor to WEN, exploring Solana's evolution from early NFT mania to meme coin ecosystems, the importance of community, and WEN’s unique journey from the largest community airdrop on Solana to becoming a global brand. Key Discussion Points* NFTs & Solana’s Early Days* The 2021-2022 NFT craze on Solana (e.g., Okay Bears, SM

Solana Weekly #105 - Neon Unveils Its Network Extension to Bring EVM DApps to Solana

Feb 27 2025 50 mins  
Davide from Neon Protocol joins Thomas to discuss Neon’s latest mainnet release, repositioning as a Solana Network Extension, and how it simplifies EVM compatibility for Ethereum developers. Learn how Neon eliminates friction for users, enables Solana wallets like Phantom for EVM apps, and unlocks new opportunities for DeFi, AI, and meme coin projects.Key Topics Discussed:Neon’

Solana Weekly #104 - City Tokens And Community Power with Magellan from Maps.Fun

Feb 10 2025 65 mins  
In this episode, we dive deep into the future of cities with Magellan from Maps.fun, a groundbreaking platform that's revolutionizing how communities interact with and improve their cities through blockchain technology.Maps.fun serves as a launchpad for cities to launch their own tokens and build self-governing communities. The platform helps bridge the gap between online communiti

Solana Weekly #103 - Ambient is Powering the Future of Environmental Data Through DePIN

Feb 06 2025 53 mins  
Join us for an insightful conversation with Luca from Ambient, who shares how they're building the world's largest decentralized environmental monitoring network on Solana. Learn about their groundbreaking approach to air quality monitoring, combining blockchain technology with real-world sensors to create a more transparent and rewarding ecosystem.In this episode, we explore:• H

Solana Weekly #102 - From Zero to $13B: Anas Reveals How FlashTrade Revolutionized Perps With NFTs and No VC Cash

Jan 31 2025 47 mins  
In this episode of Solana Weekly, host Thomas welcomes Anas, co-founder of FlashTrade—a high-leverage decentralized exchange on Solana. They explore how FlashTrade’s “pool-to-peer” model lets users trade up to 100x leverage or act as liquidity providers. Hear how new meme coins, tokenized real-world assets (like stocks and metals), and FlashTrade’s innovative NFTs (called

Solana Weekly #101 - Tokens, Trump, and OnChain Coffee: How One Week Changed Crypto Forever With ApeDude from RWA

Jan 23 2025 80 mins  
In this explosive episode, we dive deep into two transformative developments in crypto: the unprecedented launch of Trump's presidential memecoin and the innovative tokenization of Colombian coffee trade. Our guest ApeDude breaks down how Trump's $70B token launch just days before inauguration has fundamentally changed crypto's legitimacy and explores what this means for the future

Solana Weekly #100 - Lulo Is The Ultimate Stablecoin Savings Account With Maurice

Jan 14 2025 94 mins  
Maurice from Lulo joins us to discuss how their protocol is revolutionizing crypto savings and personal finance with stablecoins. We dive deep into how Lulo achieves consistent double-digit yields through smart routing across DeFi protocols, while maintaining security and transparency.Learn about:How Lulo works and achieves higher yields than traditional banksThe importance of savi

Solana Weekly #99 - Moonwalk Releases Their App

Jan 10 2025 16 mins  
🎉 Special Episode: Moonwalk App Launch & DemoIn this episode, we're joined by Caitlin from the Moonwalk team for an exclusive first look at their revolutionary fitness app that's bringing healthy habits to Solana. Watch the full demo on YouTube or Drip!What You'll Learn:• Complete walkthrough of the new Moonwalk iOS app• How to earn rewards for staying active• Details on t

Solana Weekly #98 - Ditch Your Resolutions: Building Lasting Habits with Caitlin from Moonwalk

Dec 20 2024 65 mins  
Join Thomas and Caitlin from Moonwalk as they break down how this innovative platform is helping users build lasting healthy habits by putting their money where their health is. From daily step goals to high-stakes competitions, learn how financial incentives can transform your fitness journey and you can finally forget about New Years Resolutions that don't stick. Get practical in

Solana Weekly #97 - How Matt Makes Crypto Taxes Easy

Dec 18 2024 83 mins  
Join Thomas and tax expert Matt from Crypto Tax Made Easy as they break down everything you need to know about crypto taxes. From DeFi transactions to NFT tax implications, learn how to stay compliant while optimizing your crypto tax strategy.Get practical insights on:- Why most tax software gets it wrong- Best practices for transaction tracking- Smart tax loss harvesting strategie