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Lightspeed

Blockworks
Solana
Ethereum
Defi
Kentucky Derby
Bitcoin
Crypto
Photo Finish
Madden NFL
Horse Racing
Web3 Gaming
Access Protocol
MEV
Jupiter
EA Sports
Nfts
Blockchain
Ordinals
JUP Airdrop
Firedancer
Taproot Wizards

Lightspeed is a podcast for those interested in how crypto can solve real problems and create products users love. It's a callback to the garage days of Silicon Valley, where builders pushed the limits of hardware and software to build world-changing products. We interview the projects and founders that will make this same impact today.

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Latest Episodes

Gm! We're back with Dan Smith to discuss the latest happening in the Solana ecosystem. We deep dive into the new Lightspeed investor relations platform, takeaways from Breakpoint, the rise of prop AMMs & more. Enjoy!

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Gm! We're back with Plish to discuss Hylo and their riadmap heading into 2026. We deep dive into the Hylo origin story, how Hylo became Solana's highest yielding stablecoin, risk management during liquidation events, SOL's inflation rate & more. Enjo... more

Gm! We're back with Carlos to discuss the latest happening in Solana today. We deep dive into the state of the network, Solana's decentralized Nasdaq thesis, Jupiter's super-app vision & more. Enjoy!

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Gm! We're back with Kollan House (MetaDAO Co-Founder) to discuss MetaDAO's breakout moment. We deep dive into how to improve the ICO process, the futarchy thesis, Kollan's thoughts on token buybacks, crypto in the U.S, and more. Enjoy!

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Recent Guests

Ryan Connor
Member of the Blockworks Research Team
Blockworks
Episode: Solana's Next Big Catalyst In 2026
Lucas Bruder
Co-founder and CEO at Jito
Jito Labs
Episode: The Jito Endgame with Lucas Bruder
Amira Valliani
Head of DePIN at the Solana Foundation, former head of policy at the Solana Foundation
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Episode: Solana Foundation: The Future of DePIN On Solana | Amira Valliani
Michael Repetný
CEO of Marinade Labs
Marinade Labs
Episode: The Future of Staking On Solana | Michael Repetný
Viktor Fischer
Founder and CEO of RockawayX, an early investor in Solana
RockawayX
Episode: Why This Early Solana Investor Is Still All In | Viktor Fischer
Michael Marcantonio
Head of DeFi at Galaxy
Galaxy
Episode: The Ultimate Solana Thesis With Michael Marcantonio
Henri Stern
Co-founder and CEO of Privy, a wallet startup recently acquired by Stripe
Privy
Episode: Privy CEO: Why Did Stripe Acquire Privy? | Henri Stern
Robin A. Nordnes
Founder and CEO of Raiku, a Solana transaction infrastructure company
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Episode: Solana Gets Even Faster With Robin A. Nordnes
Cosmo Jiang
General Partner and Portfolio Manager at Pantera Capital
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Episode: The Solana Bull Thesis & Pantera's DAT Strategy | Cosmo Jiang

Hosts

Danny
Host of Lightspeed
Jack Kubanek
Host of Lightspeed

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 153 ratings
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    Podcast Addict
    5
    DbONZ
    6 months ago
  • Excellent Podcast!!

    Have been loving the selection of people and different projects you’ve had on the podcast! Great discussions covering such interesting topics and I’ve learned quite a bit!

    I know the podcast game can be a grind but Keep up the great work!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Its F1 not McGlovin
    United States2 years ago

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How HumidiFi Became Solana's Largest Prop AMM
Q: What are the key differences in trading on Solana vs. Ethereum?
On Solana, transactions can happen every 50 milliseconds, requiring faster execution and data consumption, whereas Ethereum's longer block times allow more focus on pricing.
How HumidiFi Became Solana's Largest Prop AMM
Q: What is a prop AMM?
A prop AMM is different from traditional AMMs as it utilizes proprietary capital and a sophisticated trading algorithm to update quotes in real time rather than relying on customer deposits.
The End Game For MegaETH | Lei Yang & Namik Muduroglu
Q: Why not just be a layer one?
Namik explains that MegaETH aims to leverage Ethereum's security and performance efficiencies, as being a layer 2 allows them to focus on maximizing performance without the burden of bootstrapping security.
The End Game For MegaETH | Lei Yang & Namik Muduroglu
Q: What is a blockchain to you and what are blockchains actually useful for in the real world?
Lei describes blockchain as a custodian of computations that ensures correctness of execution, contrasting it with traditional cloud computing which lacks those guarantees.
Solana Foundation: The Future of DePIN On Solana | Amira Valliani
Q: What does the head of DePIN at the Solana Foundation do day to day?
Amira explains she primarily engages with teams building on Solana, helps them overcome obstacles, grow, and unblocks their development.

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Focusing on the intersection of technology and finance, content often revolves around the rapid evolution of the cryptocurrency landscape and its implications for various sectors. Episodes typically feature discussions on blockchain technologies, decentralized finance (DeFi), and innovative projects within the crypto space, positioning the content as an essential resource for industry professionals and enthusiasts alike. Unique insights from prominent figures in the crypto community provide listeners with a deeper understanding of emerging trends and challenges, making it an engaging platform for those looking to stay ahead in this fast-paced environment.

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1. Ryan Connor
2. Lucas Bruder
3. Amira Valliani
4. Michael Repetný
5. Viktor Fischer
6. Michael Marcantonio
7. Henri Stern
8. Robin A. Nordnes

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