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Crypto Altruists: Real-World Stories of Social & Environmental Impact with Web3

Crypto Altruists
Web3
Blockchain
Stablecoins
Ethereum
Blockchain Technology
Financial Inclusion
Humanitarian Aid
Public Goods
Decentralization
Climate Change
Renewable Energy
Regenerative Finance
Public Goods Funding
Climate Action
Crypto Philanthropy
Nfts
Octant
Octant Ecosystem
Optimism
Decentralized Finance

Looking to explore how blockchain, Web3, and emerging technologies like AI are changing the world for the better? Welcome to Crypto Altruists (formerly Crypto Altruism), the podcast where we highlight real-world stories of social and environmental impact powered by cryptocurrency and Web3 innovation.

Each episode features inspiring interviews with Web3 builders, changemakers, and impact leaders u... more

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For episode 254 of the Crypto Altruists podcast, we’re excited to welcome Alison, Director at Buddies for Paws, a charitable initiative within the BONK ecosystem that's leveraging blockchain technology to support animal welfare and wildlife conservat... more

For episode 253 of the Crypto Altruists podcast, we’re excited to welcome Maksym Zalevskyi , Founder of GEN Ukraine, the Ukrainian branch of the Global Ecovillage Network. GEN Ukraine is a grassroots network of over 60 ecovillages, family farms, and ... more

For episode 252 of the Crypto Altruists podcast, we’re excited to welcome Paul Glavin, a contributor to 1Hive and Gardens, a bottom-up governance framework for Web3 ecosystems. Gardens provides coordination infrastructure and funding mechanisms desig... more

For episode 251 of the Crypto Altruists podcast, we’re excited to welcome David Machuche and Victor Muhagachi of NEDA Labs, and special Co-Host Jon Ruth of The Solar Foundation, for the final episode of our series exploring the Solar Savings Circles ... more

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Recent Guests

Paul Glavin
Contributor to Gardens and 1Hive
Gardens / 1Hive
Episode: Episode 252 - A New Model for Public Goods Funding: Conviction Voting, Streaming Proposals, and Community Coordination, with Gardens
David Machuche
NEDA Labs team member building digital infrastructure for savings groups
NEDA Labs
Episode: Episode 251 - From Savings Circles to Smart Contracts: Building Digital Infrastructure for Community Finance in Tanzania, with NEDA Labs and The Solar Foundation
Victor Muhagachi
NEDA Labs team member focusing on stablecoin and infrastructure
NEDA Labs
Episode: Episode 251 - From Savings Circles to Smart Contracts: Building Digital Infrastructure for Community Finance in Tanzania, with NEDA Labs and The Solar Foundation
Solène Daviaud
Founder of Dev3pack
Dev3pack
Episode: Episode 248 - From Local Hubs to Global Hackathon: Empowering the Next Generation of Web3 and AI Builders, with Dev3pack
Tetiana Deshko
Director of International Programs at Alliance for Public Health
Alliance for Public Health
Episode: Episode 247 - Beyond the Crisis Response: Building Lasting Support for Ukraine Through Web3, with Alliance for Public Health
Jon Ruth
Co-lead at The Solar Foundation
The Solar Foundation
Episode: Episode 246 - Ripples of Impact: Grassroots Change Through Solar Savings Circles, with The Solar Foundation
Coleen Chase
Co-lead at The Solar Foundation
The Solar Foundation
Episode: Episode 246 - Ripples of Impact: Grassroots Change Through Solar Savings Circles, with The Solar Foundation
Rather Mercurial
Core contributor to SuperBenefit; co-creator of Reimagining Power series
SuperBenefit
Episode: Episode 245 - Reimagining Power: Exploring Web3's Potential for Systems Change and Decentralized Impact, with SuperBenefit
Jaydeep Korde
CEO and co-founder of Launchnodes and Lido Impact Staking
Launchnodes; Lido Impact Staking
Episode: Episode 244 - Earn While You Give: How Impact Staking Is Redefining Philanthropy, with Launchnodes & Lido Impact Staking

Host

Drew Simon
Host focusing on Web3 impact, governance, and philanthropy; frequent interviewee and show organizer.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 61 ratings
  • For many of us who have been in the crypto space a while, it's a little disheartening seeing how it's just been taken over by gambling and extractive practices. Whenever you think the space is spinning out of control, Drew & the Crypto Altruists team serve as a helpful reminder that there's plenty of good work still happening. Algos & paid advertising warchests don't meaningfully surface these narratives, so I really appreciate the care with which this podcast is put together.

    Podchaser
    5
    Marv
    3 months ago
  • During a time of crisis, I came across what I thought was a legitimate charity online. They had a professional-looking website, emotional stories, and even testimonials from supposed donors. They claimed the funds were being used to support families in need, and it really tugged at my heart. I made a donation, then another, and soon after they kept reaching out with urgent appeals. Every message made me feel like I was directly helping vulnerable people, so I gave more than I could really afford... more

    Podchaser
    5
    gutmannaiden6
    8 months ago
  • I've been investing for years, both in traditional markets and in crypto. I always considered myself smart enough to spot red flags, but the truth is, even experienced investors can fall victim to the right scam. That's exactly what happened to me. The platform I dealt with looked professional in every way. They had a sleek website, convincing support staff, and even showed me trading dashboards that looked legitimate. I tested them with a smaller deposit and was even able to withdraw at first. ... more

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    5
    hunkmuller0
    8 months ago
  • Chatting with Drew Simon

    I’ve done over a dozen podcasts and sat on countless panels, and my conversation with Drew stands out. He’s warm, thoughtful, and deeply knowledgeable, our discussion felt far more authentic than the typical rigid, overly produced shows. More importantly, he’s spotlighting important work across Web3 that often flies under the radar, projects focused on real impact, not just Lambos, trading bots, or hype.

    Apple Podcasts
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    ElizabethSF
    United Statesa year ago
  • A Different Side of Crypto

    Usually, if you search for podcasts around crypto and blockchain, token prices or infrastructure talk dominates. Not with Crypto Altruists. You actually learn about a different side of crypto and the good blockchain already does in the world. It’s great to see a diverse set of founders and builders in general that talk about their project, real-world use cases and impact, as well as where the future for crypto is headed. Great stuff!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tobsch.com
    Germanya year ago

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Episode 252 - A New Model for Public Goods Funding: Conviction Voting, Streaming Proposals, and Community Coordination, with Gardens
Q: How does streaming funding interact with the conviction voting framework?
Streaming funding distributes funds continuously in relation to the conviction behind a proposal, allowing ongoing work to be funded as milestones are met, rather than disbursing a lump sum at approval.
Episode 252 - A New Model for Public Goods Funding: Conviction Voting, Streaming Proposals, and Community Coordination, with Gardens
Q: What kinds of organizations are using this model and how are they applying it?
A mix of ecosystem builders, chapter-based groups, and open-source projects like Good Dollar, Bread Cooperative, Green Pill Network, ReFiDAO, and 1Hive are using Gardens to implement conviction voting across multiple decisions and working groups, with 1Hive serving as a primary case study for a mature implementation.
Episode 252 - A New Model for Public Goods Funding: Conviction Voting, Streaming Proposals, and Community Coordination, with Gardens
Q: Could you give a simple explanation of conviction voting and why it matters for governance?
Conviction voting is time-weighted voting where support on a proposal grows over time; this enables continuous decisions, reduces last-minute manipulations, and aligns outcomes with steady, long-term support rather than quick bursts of activity.
Episode 244 - Earn While You Give: How Impact Staking Is Redefining Philanthropy, with Launchnodes & Lido Impact Staking
Q: Can you walk me through what it looks like for a listener to start staking and contributing to impact?
Listeners can use impactstake.com to stake ETH, STETH, or wrapped STETH and donate a percentage of their staking yield to predefined organizations; the dashboard shows impact by organization and daily donations, and there's a simple form to list new organizations.
Episode 240 - From Afghanistan to Rural India: Blockchain and Humanitarian Resilience, with Algorand Foundation & HesabPay
Q: What are the biggest systemic challenges that exist today in humanitarian aid and how can blockchain help solve these issues?
Both Matt and Nigel discussed the immense mismatch between humanitarian needs and resources, emphasizing that blockchain can enhance transparency, traceability, and trust in aid delivery.

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This show highlights real-world Web3 and crypto-driven impact initiatives, with a focus on governance models, community finance, and philanthropic use cases. Episodes explore how decentralized tools—like streaming funding, conviction voting, impact staking, and community currencies—are being applied to public goods, humanitarian aid, climate solutions, and social infrastructure. Notable threads include practical implementations of DAO-based funding, on-chain transparency for philanthropy, and the human stories behind deployment in fragile contexts. A recurring strength is bridging technical Web3 concepts with tangible outcomes, featuring practitioners from NGOs, foundations, and impact-focused projects who share actionable insights, case st... more

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