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The truth is out West! We’re hopping on the ET Highway and venturing to the most notorious alien hot spots, including Roswell’s infamous crash site, Area 51’s eerie perimeter, and a mysterious desert watchtower. Join us as journalist Laura Krantz, host of the podcast Wild Thing , beams up to share stories from the front lines of UFO reporting—from strange sightings and quirky festivals to a mailbox where people leave letters to extraterrestrials. Maybe you’ll even decide for yourself: Is Earth a tourist stop for spaceships? UFO hot spots you’ll encounter in this episode: - UFO Watchtower (near Great Sand Dunes National Park, Colorado) - Roswell, New Mexico - Area 51, Nevada - Extraterrestrial Highway (aka State Route 375), Nevada - Little A’Le’Inn, ET Highway, Nevada - E.T. Fresh Jerky, ET Highway, Nevada - Alien Research Center, ET Highway, Nevada - The Black Mailbox, ET Highway, Nevada Via Podcast is a production of AAA Mountain West Group .…

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Alts is the leading Alternative Assets Podcast. Explore unique investment opportunities and ideas that aren't discussed as much. Hosted by Horacio Ruiz and Stefan von Imhof, we focus on alternatives to traditional assets; including collectibles, wine, watches, sneakers, NFTs, artwork, websites, farmland, equity crowdfunding, and even stuff like legos, billboards and private islands. Each episode explores a different theme, and usually includes an interview with interesting folks in the alternative investments space. Past guests include Ezra Levine, CEO of Collectable, Kenny Rose, CEO of FranShares, and Travis Winn from ZED RUN. On our website you can find deep-dive issues on all topics, and sign up for our weekly newsletter. - Website: https://alts.co - Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpmgk4gzQ56QvpyegBJJVQA

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Dutch Mendenhall: Real Estate, Farmland, and Financial Education with RAD Diversified 47:51

2 years тому47:51

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In this episode, Dutch Mendenhall updates listeners on RAD Diversified , a private real estate company with shareholders. Dutch also talks about the company’s new branch, RADD America , and its focus on farmland and raw land development. Dutch gives several business insights on financial education, making better investment decisions, and making investment opportunities more accessible to non-accredited investors. He is the author of Money Shackles: The Breakout Guide to Alternative Investing . Discussion topics include: Expanding into Florida The Growth at RAD Diversified Buying properties when interest rates are high Market controls and market cycles Importance of buying raw land and farmland Opening investment opportunities for non-accredited investors American, grass-fed beef versus lab meat Value-add proposition to properties and land Differentiating from other farmland companies Money Shackles, Dutch Mendenhall’s book Investing in money outside of Wall Street Having better, higher exchanges Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - Spotify: - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Quora : https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7 Time Stamp 2:40 - Update on RAD Diversified7:55 - Impact of Interest Rates on Real Estate10:50 - Price of Commodities13:30 - RADD America17:00 - Foreign governments buying land20:40 - Opening investments for non-accredited26:00 - Buying farmland32:00 - Money Shackles book37:30 - Financial education39:40 - Open forum calls44:00 - Self-belief…

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Cormac Kinney: Investing in Diamonds 35:41

2 years тому35:41

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In this episode, Cormac Kinney discusses the products Diamond Standard developed to commoditize diamonds and the future of diamond investing. Diamond Standard has developed diamond bars and coins using statistical analysis to make trading decisions for diamonds easier, in the way markets currently trade gold. Cormac also talks about diamonds as an investment tool, the potential growth of the market, and the dynamic between natural and synthetic diamonds. Discussion topics include: Commoditizing diamonds Standardizing diamond bars and coins with statistical analysis Becoming a market maker to force price discovery Buying and selling diamond bars and coins Taking advantage of the diamond market How the synthetic diamond market is slipping Differences between natural and synthetic diamonds The value of a futures contract for investors Market demand and supply of diamonds Risks in the diamond market Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@altassetsinc - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Quora : https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7 Time Stamp 2:00 - Solution to Diamond Investing6:00 - Buying diamonds in bulk10:00 - Investing on Diamond Standard13:00 - Opportunities in diamond investing16:00 - What drives the diamond market 17:00 - Synthetic Diamonds21:00 - Futures Contracts26:00 - Demand for diamonds30:00 - Diversification…

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Anthony Morena: Real Estate Investing in New York City 36:25

2 years тому36:25

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In this episode, Anthony Morena details how Mortar Group has invested in real estate in New York City for more than 20 years. Mortar Group is a boutique real estate firm specializing in ground-up builds and value-add renovations. Anthony talks about the Mortar Group’s unique approach to real estate and architecture, the New York City real estate market, and how being a small boutique firm translates to added value for investors. Discussion topics include: Renovations and ground-up construction Carving out a market as a boutique shop Identifying NYC neighborhoods to invest in Buying at a good entry point Condensing the timeline on returns for investors Investment cycles in major cities Diversifying investment returns The importance of communication for a small firm Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: Video Podcast - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Quora : https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7…

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Rob Connolly: Human Capital and Investing in Athletes with Finlete 32:36

2 years тому32:36

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In this episode, Rob Connolly speaks to Alts about Finlete, his startup allowing retail investors to invest in young professional athletes in return for a share of their future professional contracts. Rob talks about the company’s reason for focusing on minor league players, how Finlete’s player contracts work, and the company’s current pre-seed round of funding on finlete.co/invest . Discussion topics include: Investing in Finlete’s pre-seed round at finlete.co/invest Poverty-level wages made by minor-league baseball players The benefits of selling a portion of their career earnings for aspiring players Fernando Tatis, Jr.’s payout from a $350 million contract Investing in Finlete’s pre-seed round through Wefunder How Finlete identifies the athletes to invest in Receiving a positive reception from players Setting a goal of 100 players on the platform Contract terms for investment returns Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@altassetsinc - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Quora : https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7…

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John Green: Investing in Cities with Nada.co 37:52

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In this episode, Horacio speaks with John Green , Nada's founder, and CEO. John discusses the advantages of accessing home equity through Nada's Homeshares program. John describes how the Homeshares program ties into Cityfunds, Nada's platform for investors looking to "own a piece of a city." John also talks about Nada's future plans for a secondary trading platform to allow investors to trade shares and reward Homeshares users with a Nada debit card. Discussion topics include: Providing home equity to owners through Homeshares Exploring the Homeshares and Cityfunds programs at Nada Underwriting the risk of providing equity to home owners Creating a real estate fund in specific cities through Cityfunds The type of homes that make up the Cityfunds portfolios Determining the cities to invest in through Cityfunds How the 10-year options contract works through Homeshares How to invest in Nada’s Cityfunds Creating a rewards program for Nada users with a debit card Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@altassetsinc - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Quora : https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7 Time Stamp: 2:30 Nada Overview 4:50 Homeshares Program 6:30 How Homeshares works 11:30 The Cityfunds Program 15:40 Real Estate as an asset class 18:50 Creating a secondary trading market of shares 22:20 Getting paid with dividends 27:00 Design of Cityfunds 31:00 The process of valuing homes 35:00 The Visa Nada Debit Card…

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Adam Littlefield: Premium Short-Term Rentals and Investing Globally 28:20

2 years тому28:20

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In this episode, Horacio speaks with Adam Littlefield from Investment.com . In this video, Adam talks about how Investment.com is focused on buying homes to turn into premium short-term rentals. Adam describes the characteristics of premium short-term rentals and how Investment.com plans to differentiate itself by offering experiences with its rentals. Adam also talks about future investment opportunities at Investment.com, including future fractional ownership in a major sports team. Discussion topics include: The meaning behind Investment.com Adam’s background in real estate and property technology Focusing on high-performing short-term rentals Providing experiences with premium assets Standing out in a crowded market Accessing the site through a mobile app Providing cash flows for investors Becoming a global marketplace Prioritizing the mobile app for user experience Time Stamp: 1:30 Importance of the company name 3:10 Adam’s professional background 5:10 Investing in premium short-term rentals 7:00 Defining premium properties 10:45 The pre-launch phase 14:00 Getting a return on investments 16:50 Investing in sports teams and other sectors 22:00 Educating users about investing 24:00 Accessing Investment.com through the App Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@altassetsinc/videos - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Quora : https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7…

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Kyle Kuderewski: Investing in Online Businesses by Leveraging Industry Experts at EF Capital 32:22

2 years тому32:22

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In this episode, Horacio speak with EF Capital’s Kyle Kuderewski. In this video, Kyle gives a behind-the-scenes look at investing in online businesses through EF Capital. In this episode, listeners can learn about the operators that run the online businesses for EF Capital, how industry expertise is leveraged to make positive returns, and future opportunities for retail investors. Further discussion topics include: The differences between Empire Flippers and EF Capital Providing passive investments through online businesses Investing in Deals made available through the funding Rounds Vetting the operators who run the online businesses Accredited investors and retail investors Minimum investments per deal and discounts for multiple investments EF Capital’s relationships with the business operators Upcoming rebrand for EF Capital to create greater purchasing opportunities EF Capital Links: EFC Deals Overview Q3 2022 (Returns Summary) Moneyshow Webinar Recording (Great summary) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rw3Wq2QnMaU Investor 1 page summary - EF Capital Investor Summary Round 4.pdf Vetting Process Blog Post - https://empireflippers.com/efc-vetting-process/ Presentation - https://empireflippers.com/efcdeck Time Stamp: 2:30 Overview of Empire Flippers Capital 4:45 Why EF Capital was created 8:00 Investing in Deals in EF Capital Rounds 10:00 Operators running the online businesses 16:00 Crowdfunding options for retail investors 19:00 Cash flows and exit strategies 22:00 Operators as investors in each fund 26:00 Next steps for EF Capital 27:30 Trends in online businesses 30:00 Final thoughts…

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Litan Yahav: Artificial Intelligence, Crowdsourcing, and Organizing Personal Finances with Vyzer 33:54

2 years тому33:54

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Litan Yahav, Co-founder and CEO at Vyzer Horacio spoke with Litan Yahav, the co-founder and CEO at Vyzer. After selling his first startup with co-founder Tomer Salvi, the business partners needed help to keep up with their private investments. Vyzer organizes financial portfolios in one place: automating, monitoring and tracking, offering projections and insights to show net worth and cash flow in the future. Horacio talks to Litan about how Vyzer works, the insights it provides to its users, and how it can help organize the financial lives of private investors. Discussion topics include: Mandatory savings in Israel leading to alternative investments Tactical investments to manage strategy Finding organizational solutions for accredited investors Accessing greater markets for high-net-worth individuals Showing users where people like them are investing money The challenges of finding good private markets Building integrations with private markets and Vyzer Focusing on Net Asset Value and Cash Flow Crowdsourcing investment decisions and results Benchmarking, projections, and taxes on Vyzer Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@altassetsinc - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Quora : https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7…

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Michael Episcope: Creating Multifamily Real Estate Funds with Origin Investments 27:33

3 years тому27:33

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Horacio spoke with Michael Episcope , the co-CEO at Origin Investments . Michael has helped build Origin Investments from a small real estate investment company, to one of the best-performing companies with more than $1 billion of assets under management. Michael talks about how Origin is navigating the current real estate market, its venture in Qualified Opportunity Zones, and the funds it offers to investors. Discussion topics include: Creating an institutional organization for high net-worth investors Growing a business with a great product with digital marketing Doing things differently and managing a team to pivot in strategy Working within a dynamic real estate market Multifamily buildings with high absolute returns and low volatility Diversifying by building, buying, and lending to multifamily Housing shortage of 4 million units in the United States The tax advantages of investing in Qualified Opportunity Zone Funds Building in cities and neighborhoods in transition through the Qualified Opportunity Zones The Origin Investment Funds: Multifamily Credit Fund, Income Plus Fund, and Growth Fund 4 -- Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: Podcast Channel - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Quora : https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7…

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Adam Jason: Investing in the Largest Coffee Producer in Colombia 33:39

3 years тому33:39

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Horacio spoke with Adam Jason , an Alternative Asset Manager at the Legacy Group . Legacy’s largest holding is the Green Coffee Company . Green Coffee is the largest coffee producer in Colombia. By 2026, Adam aims to have the company responsible for providing 1% of the global coffee supply. In this episode, we talk about Green Coffee’s growth strategy, distilling alcohol from coffee byproducts, and Green Coffee’s current fund round. Discussion topics include: Being the largest coffee producer in Colombia Creating a business for acquisition or IPO The fragmentation of coffee producers in Colombia The competitive advantage of investing at the middle level Lifestyle components involved with hands-on investments Working towards producing 1% of the global coffee supply Creating alcohol from coffee byproducts Transitioning from selling green coffee beans to roasted beans Keeping costs low in operations while acquiring more assets 2:00 Origins of Green Coffee Company 5:00 Investing in Colombian Coffee 8:00 Acquiring land 13:20 Investing in alternative assets 16:00 Coffee markets 18:10 Series C Funding Round 20:25 Creating alcohol from coffee byproducts 25:12 Using technology in coffee production 33:30 Monthly expenses – Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: YouTube Podcast - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Quora : https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7…

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AcreTrader's Michael Iseman: Investing in Farmland and Working with Farmers 38:37

3 years тому38:37

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Horacio spoke with Michael Iseman from AcreTrader about the operations behind AcreTrader’s farmland investments. In this episode, Michael talks about how the agricultural business meets the finance world through its relationships with farmers and investors. This episode is a deep dive on farming techniques, investment opportunities, risks, and the future of farmland. Discussion topics include: Providing education to investors about the investing in farmland The sophistication of farmers running large farms Identifying investment opportunities with water, soil, and good communities Rotating crops from year to year Spreading allocations to different asset classes Adapting to drought with new watering techniques and resources Nuances of investing in organic farmland Flex leases to profit from greater crop yields – Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: Video Podcast - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Quora : https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7…

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Trung Pham: Retrofitting Window Shades for Convenience and Energy Efficiency 23:30

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Horacio spoke with Trung Pham about his company, RYSE SmartShade . In a not-so-obvious market, Trung is looking to capitalize on the 95% of non-automated window shades by retrofitting them with a tiny frame-mounted motor. This motor can be used to retrofit nearly all shades that are moved by beaded chains. RYSE believes that it can be a leader in residential and commercial buildings. In addition, Trung talks about raising money through retail and accredited investors as RYSE expands its footprint. Discussion topics include: Expenses involved with automated shades Incorporating SmartShades into the smart home system Working with commercial properties Controlling different shades in the home with the SmartBridge Motorized shades traditionally tied to a remote control Building awareness for RYSE and developing new products Getting retail and accredited investors to invest in RYSE The potential market for retrofitting shades How to Invest in Ryse – Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: Video Podcast - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Quora : https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7…

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Noble and Barnaby: A New Way to Create and Invest in Music with BAND Royalty 40:56

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Horacio spoke with Noble Drakoln and Barnaby Andersun , the co-founders at BAND Royalty . Noble and Barnaby have more than 60 years of business experience. Noble has been investing in music royalties for nearly 60 years, and Barnaby is a world-renowned expert in blockchain technology. BAND Royalty is a Web3 music label looking to change the way artists, music fans, and music investors interact. BAND Royalty is founded on creating an alternative to a music industry widely viewed as broken. The music platform is changing how music is produced and consumed by harnessing blockchain and NFTs. Discussion topics include: How the music industry is set up against the artist Multi-platinum artists exploited by record labels The corruption in the music industry Finding solutions for industry problems Music as a technology driver Buying a catalog of music to profit from aggregation Creating multi-track, music-specific NFTs The immediacy of paying out royalties through blockchain – Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: Podcast Channel - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Quora : https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7…

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Max Album: Wines and Spirits on the Blockchain with Blockbar 30:06

3 years тому30:06

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Horacio spoke with Max Album , the Chief of Staff at Blockbar. In this episode, Max talks about how blockchain technology safeguards against fraudulent wine and spirit products. He also deep-dives into how brands use NFTs to leverage customer relationships. Max also talks about the relationships Blockbar has cultivated with luxury brands, limited-run offerings of tequila and cognac, and how the platform strives to serve its customers. Discussion topics include: Advantages that using blockchain has for wines and spirits Using the Blockbar platform with cryptocurrency or traditional payments Collaborating with Monkey Shoulder Whisky and the Bored Ape Yacht Club Solving problems with blockchain technology Bottle traits looked at by Blockbar Utility and brand experiences for buyers The luxury tequila market Pricing at manufacturer’s suggested retail price Brands investing back into their customer experiences Future plans including a collaboration with Usher and Remy Martin – Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: Podcast Channel - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Quora : https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7…

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Dylan Marma: Investing in Mobile Home Communities and RV Campgrounds 35:15

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Horacio spoke with Dylan Marma , the Founder and CEO of The Requity Group . Dylan has created multiple funds focused on affordable housing in the southeastern United States. His funds include commercial multi-family apartments, mobile homes, and RV campgrounds. In this episode, Dylan talks about the advantages of investing in mobile homes and RV campgrounds and the implications of rising rental rates and home prices. Discussion topics include: Imbalance of supply and demand in the residential market Factors behind rental rates rising across the country Dylan’s approach to properties and commercial units Benefits of investing in mobile park homes and RV campgrounds Mobile-park home communities being a land-lease business The diversity of RV campground investments Advantages of long-term RV campground leases Adding value to RV campgrounds and hiring the right manager Mobility and future real estate prices affecting first-time buyers The Requity Group Operators and Allocators Podcast – Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: Podcast Channel - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Quora : https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7…

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Eric Witschen: Collecting Wisely at Neustreet 35:48

3 years тому35:48

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Horacio spoke with Eric Witschen , the CEO at Neustreet , where collecting wisely is their approach to alternative assets. Eric talks about his collecting journey leading up to his career as a financial analyst and creating a marketplace aggregator at Neustreet. This episode has a little bit of everything, including Eric’s passion for NFTs, having a collector thesis, and the future at Neustreet. Discussion topics include: Neustreet as a marketplace aggregator NFTs as a technological innovation and digital renaissance Digital provenance and scarcity Problems with the Otherside mint from Yuga Labs Understanding the value of collectibles with transparency Building Neustreet into a media aggregator The Pokemon franchise Building with Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) – Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: Podcast Channel - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co…

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Paul Gambill: Selling Carbon Removal Credits to Improve the Environment at Nori 30:50

3 years тому30:50

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Horacio spoke with Paul Gambill , the CEO at Nori . In this episode, we discuss how Nori is selling carbon removal credits through its innovative NRT product on the blockchain. We talk about Nori’s mission to improve the environment, how it is using regenerative agriculture to remove carbon from the atmosphere, and the mechanics behind the Nori token and the NRT. Discussion topics include: Client demand for carbon offset credits Removing CO2 out of the atmosphere using regenerative agriculture Paying farmers for carbon who start regenerative farming The Nori Carbon Removal Tonne (NRT) Finding commodity prices for carbon Using the blockchain to keep track of carbon credits Ethical and consumer-based demands for reducing emissions Creating a marketplace for the NRT Farmers as sophisticated, savvy business people – Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: Podcast Channel - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co…

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The Tokens Awards: A First of its Kind NFT Award Show 37:45

3 years тому37:45

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Horacio spoke with Antares Vargas and Narumi Inatsugu , co-founders of The Tokens Awards . The Tokens is a first of its kind event for the NFT community. Antares and Narumi are veteran award show producers, and are using their experience to highlight a diverse set of artists across several mediums. The Tokens Awards will take place on July 10th at 4 pm PST on Twitter Spaces. Discussion topics include: The work involved with producing The Tokens Awards The inspiration behind the award show Finding community through Twitter Spaces Getting artist involvement and giveaways Creating an interactive experience through participation Addressing critics about NFTs through the strength of community The diversity of people and artists participating in the show Getting support from actors, musicians, and Twitter -- Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: Podcast Channel - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Link to Alan Goldsher playlist…

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Jesus Garcia: Collecting Pokémon Cards and Other Trading Card Games 36:34

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Horacio spoke with Jesus Garcia , a Pokémon expert and the Consignment Director for Trading Card Games at Heritage Auctions. Jesus talks about the origins of Pokémon and some reasons for its enduring popularity. We also touch upon some of the most valuable trading cards in the Pokémon franchise. Jesus also mentions the emergence of Magic the Gathering and its recent rise in value. Additional topics include: Pokémon Blue and Red Collector preferences between Japanese and English cards Watching Pokémon: The First Movie in 1999 Limited Edition to 39 Pokémon Illustrators The increasing popularity of the Pokémon franchise EX Pokémon Cards as entry points The Pokémon Rad Dad Collection Logan Paul as a Pokémon influencer Emergence of Magic the Gathering cards The prevalence of counterfeit cards Items available at the Heritage TCG Signature Auction Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: Podcast Channel - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Link to Alan Goldsher playlist…

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Diane D'Amato: Investing in Luxury Handbags and the Hermes Brand 28:29

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Horacio spoke with Diane D’Amato , the Director of Luxury Assets at Heritage Auctions . Diane is an expert in luxury handbags. She has a wealth of experience in the auction industry and in private markets. In this episode, Diane talks about Hermes as the leading luxury brand, what makes these bags so special, and other brands in the space. Additional topics include: Handbags as the #1 financial asset for women Hermes as the top luxury brand in investable handbags Grading handbags on a 1 – 4 scale Combining the auction and retail worlds Men as investors, collectors, and users Chanel getting out of the exotics market Buying the highest-grade , highest-quality bags Closing, opening, and working auctions --- Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: Podcast Channel - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Link to Alan Goldsher playlist…

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Chris Zhu: Artificial Intelligence, NFT Gaming, and Digital Native Beings 27:24

3 years тому27:24

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Horacio spoke with Chris Zhu , the co-founder and CEO of Mirror World . There is some mind-blowing technology at play here. Mirror World looks to be at the intersection of NFTs, the metaverse, artificial intelligence, and interoperability. In this podcast, find out how Chris is building the ‘Nintendo of the Metaverse’ by creating digital native beings capable of learning and communicating with their owners. Additional topics include: Interacting with NFTs through conversation Generative models used by artificial intelligence algorithms Emphasizing the value of NFTs through digital ownership Recording the evolution of NFTs on the blockchain Using a database of responses by training the data set for an algorithm Connecting different projects to the Mirror World ecosystem Creating a DAO to pick the right developers for the ecosystem --- Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: Podcast Channel - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Link to Alan Goldsher playlist…

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Iris ten Teije: Fractional Investment Platform Koia and the European Market 35:28

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Horacio spoke with Iris ten Teije , co-founder of Koia . Iris turned a career in fintech into an opportunity to start Koia with her expertise in retail investing. Koia is a fractional investment platform allowing investors to buy shares of rare collectibles and luxury items. Koia is also at the forefront of Web3 investment as buyers receive NFTs representing their share of ownership in the physical items. In this episode, we talk about the beginnings of Koia, growth, and future developments. Additional topics include: Collectibles as investments in diversified portfolios Receiving feedback from Koia users Fractional investment and collecting in Europe Passion assets as entry points to fractional investment Criteria for assets on the platform: demand, investment rationale, and sourcing Linking NFTs to physical assets Building community through Discord for two-way conversation Using USDC to buy on the platform Facilitating group bidding for large auctions Opening up a s econdary market apart from trading NFTs --- Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: Podcast Channel - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Link to Alan Goldsher playlist…

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Joe Burrill: Online Business Broker, Generating Passive Income 37:17

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Horacio spoke with Joe Burrill , the founder of Just Website Brokerage . Joe is the highest-rated website broker on Flippa.com, an online marketplace for online businesses. In this episode, Joe shares how he got started with online businesses and how he transitioned into becoming a broker. This one is full of great advice in general and about getting started with an online business. Additional discussion topics include: Using savings to start acquiring online businesses Giving credit to the eBusiness Institute for providing support Setting up businesses to sell by thinking with an end in mind Reasons to use a broker for online businesses No reserve auctions on Flippa for online businesses Advantages of online businesses over brick-and-mortar businesses Seven-day inspection periods to make sure a deal checks out Building an online business starting with a domain name --- Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: Podcast Channel - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Link to Alan Goldsher playlist…

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Mark Montero: Vintage Graded Toy Collectibles at LCG Auctions 39:53

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Horacio spoke with Mark Montero , the toy-focused LCG Auctions' founder, and CEO. In this episode, Mark talks about his experience in the memorabilia industry that led him to found LCG Auctions. The discussion highlights the historical appreciation of collectible toys, emerging asset classes like graded VHS tapes, and the future of the collectible toy industry. Additional discussion topics include: Learning business fundamentals with baseball cards Introduction to the toy industry through a vintage G.I. Joe Nostalgia and the display value of vintage toys Highlights from the LCG Spring Auction Scarcity of vintage toys in card files The value of long-standing franchises like Star Wars Steady growth of vintage-graded toys The hybrid buyer as an investor-collector --- Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: Podcast Channel - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Link to Alan Goldsher playlist…

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Leore Avidar: Investing and Borrowing in Alternative Assets 34:54

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Horacio spoke with Leore Avidar , the founder and CEO at Alt . When it comes to sports card marketplaces, Alt is one of the leading platforms in the space. Alt offers a number of features and services, including an exchange and weekly auctions. Leore, a sports card enthusiast, is looking to build beyond sports cards by moving into other collectibles and by embracing Web3. Discussion topics include: Using sports cards as collateral for a loan Alt as a platform that allows investing and borrowing in alternative assets Using clean data to create valid comparable sales Lending against a portfolio of an asset class The Michael Jordan 1986 Fleer Rookie Card Rarity in the collectibles and sports card space Creating a pop-up museum of blue-chip Alt cards Nostalgia in the collectible space Investing during a downturn --- Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: Podcast Channel - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Link to Alan Goldsher playlist…

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Kristian Kielhofner: Fighting NFT Fraud and Disinformation 1:00:26

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Horacio spoke with Kristian Kielhofner , the founder of Tovera . Tovera is a platform built around a verification program to detect fraud in digital assets. Tover recently launched FNFTF.io , a database using proprietary algorithms to determine if NFTs are authentic. Kristian’s development of the company came from his thesis that as Web3 expands, so will the need to fight against fraud and scams. Discussion topics include: Tovera as a verification / provenance solution for Web3 Kristian’s background as co-founder of Star2Star Solving a bug on Star2Star’s servers Dealing with millions of digital assets already in existence Tovera Match working from the front-end to existing catalogues Uncovering Disinformation and Deep Fakes The matching algorithm at FNFTF.io Understanding users that want to find fakes Implications of letting fraud go unchecked --- Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: Podcast channel - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Link to Alan Goldsher playlist…

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Swati Chaturvedi: Investing in Deep Tech and Doing Due Diligence at Propel(X) 42:39

3 years тому42:39

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Horacio spoke with Swati Chaturvedi , the co-founder and CEO of Propel(X) . In a wide-ranging discussion, the podcast touches on due diligence, alternative investments in technology and science, democratizing investing, investing in a turbulent market, and the investment opportunities on Propel(X). Additional discussion topics include: Starting MIT Angels to help leverage technology companies Due diligence and operating under best interest as a broker-dealer Curating investment opportunities The importance of asking startups detailed questions Inherent risk of investing in alternative assets The value of transactions in private markets Highlighted companies on the Propel(X) platform Ultra-reality as an immersive IMAX-like experience Thoughts on investing in a volatile market --- Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: Podcast Channel - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Link to Alan Goldsher playlist…

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Brian and Drew: Building on the Blockchain, Crypto Law, and DAOs 42:50

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Horacio spoke with Brian Harstine of Acquire and Andrew Hill . Andrew is a managing associate of the law firm Frost Brown Todd , and one of the leading experts in blockchain and cryptocurrency law in the country. Brian is the CEO of Acquire, a company that is tokenizing securities of private equity deals. Brian and Andrew talk about the advantages of blockchain, legal issues in the space, and the most recent developments at Acquire. Discussion topics include: Fitting technology with existing frameworks Using blockchain to power traditional assets at scale On-chain data already working across traditional platforms Differentiating the different uses for blockchain technology Becoming a shareholder of Acquire security token offerings The Acquire NFT Access Card Taking out the guesswork of the technology for users Lack of Regulatory clarity around DAOs Participating in a DAO without profits of the enterprise The government’s priority in regulating the crypto industry Acquire NFT Access Card Announcement on Medium --- Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: Podcast Channel - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Link to Alan Goldsher playlist…

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Cameron Hejazi: Cent, Twitter, and NFT Artists 31:04

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Horacio spoke with Cameron Hejazi , the co-founder and CEO of Cent . Cameron created Cent in 2017 with the purpose of creating a community where artists could share their work and build a fan base. Cent made headlines when Valuables, its NFT marketplace of Tweets, minted Jack Dorsey’s first tweet and sold it for $2.9 million. Cent also created a separate NFT marketplace that had to be shut down due to fraudulent activity. Cameron discusses all this and more on the podcast. More discussion topics include: Building Web3 communities Experimenting with incentivizing curation and participation Minting tweets as a way to reduce barriers Choosing the right venue to sell specific assets Shutting down the Cent NFT marketplace Acting in the best interest of the NFT community Assisting creators to make an income through ownership The app.bio as a way to bridge Web2 with Web3 A prolonged downturn having a serious impact on creators Putting protocols in place against counterfeit NFTs --- Follow Alts - Website & newsletter : https://alts.co - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpmgk4gzQ56QvpyegBJJVQA - Discord : https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC - Twitter : https://twitter.com/altassetsclub - Insta : https://instagram.com/alts_co - Link to Alan Goldsher playlist…

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Zak and Kareem: Alternative Investments During a Volatile Market at AltExchange 40:21

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