Blockwise Podcast

Artie Handz | From Law to the Ranch

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:14:34 GMT

Cole West talks with Artie Handz about his unusual path from law to ranch ownership and his journey into digital assets. They get into collecting, personal identity, and the different experiences that shaped Artie’s perspective on the space.

The conversation also looks at how seemingly unrelated worlds can overlap, and what keeps Artie interested in collecting and the communities around it.

Bullish | Building in Crypto, Entrepreneurship & Self-Custody

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 18:38:27 GMT

Bullish talks about his journey through crypto, from collecting and exploring the early culture of the space to building products of his own. We get into entrepreneurship, the challenges of building in crypto, and his experience working on projects focused on market signals and self-custody.

The conversation also touches on Bitcoin, digital assets, and the ideas that have kept him involved in the space over the years.

Phantom Scribbler | Memes, Fingerprints & Digital Culture

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 18:04:15 GMT

Phantom Scribbler shares his perspective on collecting, digital culture, and what makes certain projects and ideas stick with a community. We talk about his approach to collecting, the role of memes and identity, and the people and projects that have shaped his experience in the space.

The conversation also gets into Fingerprints, digital art, and the cultural side of collecting beyond simply buying and selling.

Miguel Faus | Filmmaking, Calladita & New Ways to Fund Film

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 17:50:12 GMT

Miguel Faus talks about making Calladita, his journey as a filmmaker, and the challenges of bringing an independent film to life. We get into creative freedom, filmmaking outside the traditional studio system, and the ideas that shaped the project.

He also shares how Web3 opened up new possibilities for funding and distributing films, and why these alternative models caught his attention.

Hyperspek | From Physics to Web3

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 17:33:43 GMT

Hyperspek brings a background in physics and technology to a conversation about digital culture, creativity, and his journey into the space. He shares how his interests in science, art, and emerging technology have shaped the way he thinks about digital communities and the projects around them.

The conversation also explores the changing relationship between technology and culture, and what keeps him interested in the space after years of being involved.

OMZ | The Art of Collecting

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 16:59:25 GMT

OMZ joins Cole West to talk about his journey as a collector and his perspective on crypto art, community, and the culture surrounding digital collecting. He shares what drew him to the space, the ideas behind his collecting philosophy, and the importance of understanding the history of the collections and communities you become part of.

The conversation explores conviction, creativity, innovation, and what makes a collection meaningful beyond its market value.

Frenchie | From Collecting to Building

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 16:54:13 GMT

Frenchie shares his journey from collecting to building, with a look at the projects and communities that shaped his path. He talks about Lost Miners, BlokPax, and the experience of creating alongside the people who make these communities what they are.

The conversation also explores digital collecting, community-driven projects, and what keeps builders engaged through different stages of the market.

Artus Van Frahm | Founder, Digital Art Collector & Metaverse Frame Maker

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:32:25 GMT

Artus Van Frahm, founder of Frahm.art and a collector of digital art, joins Cole West for a conversation about his background, his path into collecting, and the experiences that shaped his perspective on digital art. They discuss his early interest in NFTs, his CryptoPunk #2772, and the role of identity and community in the culture surrounding digital collectibles.

Sean Bonner | Artist, Author & Misantologist

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 15:56:52 GMT

Sean Bonner joins Cole West for a conversation about his work as an artist, author, and self-described misantologist. They explore his creative background, perspectives on art and culture, and the experiences that have shaped his work and outlook.

Mullet.eth | Creator, Collector & Community

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 15:35:27 GMT

Cole West sits down with Mullet.eth to discuss his journey as a creator and collector, the people who shaped his experience in the space, and the role community has played along the way. They also revisit the cancellation of Proof of Conference and the conversations that followed, touching on authenticity, trust, and what keeps communities together.

All City | Graffiti, Art & Collecting

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 13:15:12 GMT

In this episode, Cole West sits down with All City, a graffiti artist and CryptoPunk collector from Canada. They discuss his background in graffiti and street art, his journey into collecting CryptoPunks, and the relationship between physical and digital art. The conversation also explores creative identity, collecting, and how street culture has influenced the NFT space.

Ryan Carson | Crypto, Investing & Daily Dose

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 13:12:30 GMT

In this episode, Cole West sits down with Ryan Carson, founder, investor, and host of Daily Dose. They discuss his journey through crypto and NFTs, his experience as an investor and founder, and the ideas shaping the Web3 space.

Barcella | NFTs, Art & CryptoPunks

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 12:43:16 GMT

In this episode, Cole West sits down with Barcella, a longtime member of the NFT and CryptoPunk community. They discuss his journey into NFTs, his early interest in CryptoPunks, and his involvement in art auctions at Christie’s. Barcella also shares his background in accounting and manufacturing, his experience with projects such as Art Blocks and CryptoToadz, and his involvement in the Alpaca and $CIG communities. The conversation also touches on his passion for golf and the journey that brought him deeper into the world of digital art and Web3.

Shane Lavalette | Artist, Photographer & Founder

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 12:43:13 GMT

In this episode, Cole West sits down with Shane Lavalette, a photographer, artist, and co-founder of Assembly, a platform supporting and promoting artists working in photography.

They discuss Shane’s background in photography, the origins of Assembly, and the opportunities blockchain and NFTs have created for photographers and digital artists. The conversation also explores the growing presence of photography in the NFT space, the work of artists such as Justin Aversano and Drifter Shoots, and what new collectors should know when exploring photography NFTs.

ThomasCrown.eth | CryptoPunks & NFT Culture

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 11:32:09 GMT

this episode, Cole West sits down with ThomasCrown.eth, an NFT collector and CryptoPunk #2864 holder from the early days of the space.

They discuss his journey into NFTs, discovering CryptoPunks, collecting digital art, and what makes certain Punks and traits culturally significant. Thomas also shares his perspective on the evolution of NFT culture and the communities that formed around these early projects.