EP. 122 In this episode, Melina is joined by Jesse Halfon, a seasoned attorney with over 15 years of experience. Jesse's legal practice has been focused on NFTs and web3 businesses, making him a go-to expert in the field. Learn about the implications of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) targeting major players like Coinbase and Binance US. With Binance receiving a 133-page lawsuit, closely followed by Coinbase, the allegations of operating as unregistered brokers and the...

EP.121 Join Melina in the latest episode of Girl In The Verse as she sits down with Andrew Gordon, the managing attorney of Gordon Law Group. Together, they delve into the topic of paying employees in cryptocurrency and the crucial tax considerations that often go unnoticed. Discover why it's essential to pause and understand the taxes behind paying employees in Bitcoin. Whether you're a business owner, an entrepreneur, or simply curious about cryptocurrency and taxation, this must-watch...

EP.120 In this episode of the Girl In The Verse podcast, Melina is joined by Alex Salnikov, the Chief Strategy Officer and co-founder of Rarible, one of the leading NFT marketplaces in the industry. Rarible has been making waves with its innovative approach, and one of the most fascinating features it offers is lazy minting. Melina and Alex discuss how Rarible ensures that creators receive their fair share of royalties when their NFTs are sold and how this benefits both creators and buyers on...

EP.119 In this episode, Melina shares her experience attending a Women and Money dinner and what she learned from some incredible Girl Bosses who are killing it in the world of entrepreneurship. With a focus on shifting to an entrepreneur mindset and the money lessons every woman should learn today, Melina shares some inspiring insights on how to take control of your finances and create the life you want. From the importance of dreaming big and making stuff happen for yourself, to why more...

EP.118 In this new episode of the Girl In The Verse podcast, join Melina as she takes you on a journey to the Miss O Cool event at NFTNYC. The event was specifically designed to teach young girls about the basics of Web3, from setting up a digital wallet to minting on the blockchain, all through engaging videos and games. But that's not all! The highlight of the event was the live pitch contest where talented young female artists in Web3 got the chance to showcase their skills and pitch their...

EP.117 In the latest episode of Girl In The Verse podcast, Melina sits down with Chris, also known as Marz, a passionate Web3 enthusiast and educator with a background in crypto and NFTs. Marz provides valuable insights on the current state of the crypto market and how to navigate it safely and successfully. He discusses the 2020 crypto boom market, the $pepe meme coin that has made a 1.5 billion market cap, NFTs and intellectual property rights , and what people are currently buying. Whether...

EP.116 In the latest episode of Girl In The Verse, Melina sits down with Paul Craig, a talented web developer who has created a revolutionary new service called TaxGPT. Melina and Paul discuss how TaxGPT, an AI tax advisor, helps Canadians navigate the complicated world of taxes in 2023. The goal is to empower people to file their taxes accurately and efficiently without relying on expensive tax preparation software. As a public servant, Paul recognized the need to level the playing field and...

EP.115 On the latest episode of Girl in the Verse, Melina sits down with Joey, a self-proclaimed NFT enthusiast, to discuss the current state of the NFT market. Throughout the conversation, Joey provides valuable insights and perspectives on the world of digital collectibles and the role that NFTs play within it. Specifically, he addresses topics such as the sustainability of selling JPEGs as a revenue source, the key factors that make an NFT project successful, and whether or not the hype...

EP.114 Welcome to the latest episode of The Girl In The Verse podcast, where Melina, shares her tried-and-true creative process with her followers. In this episode, Melina answers pressing questions from her followers, revealing the secrets behind her content creation strategy and process. From the initial spark of inspiration to the final edit, Melina divulges every aspect of her creative process, explaining how she infuses her unique perspective into each and every piece of content she...

Ep.113 In this episode of The Girl in the Verse podcast, Melina speaks with Brittany, a leader in enterprise-grade blockchain security solutions. She shares her experience of being a mom in the tech industry and offers advice on how to succeed as a woman. Brittany talks about her recent recognition as "Woman to Watch" at CES 2022 and "40 under 40" by Dealerscope in 2023. Tune in to hear her insights on networking, mentorship, and breaking down barriers in the industry. TOPICS: What’s it...

EP.112 In this episode of the Girl in The Verse podcast, we sit down with Joe O'Rourke, co-founder and head of web3 strategy at Forum3, and co-founder of dGEN Network. Joe is helping to lead digital transformation in the loyalty space for some of the world's largest brands, including Starbucks. We dive into the details of Starbucks' new blockchain-based loyalty program and NFT community, Starbucks Odyssey. This innovative initiative includes coffee-themed NFTs that translate to real-world...

Ep.111 In this episode of the Girl In The Verse Podcast, Melina interviews Nicolle Lafosse, a knowledgeable crypto lawyer, on the topic of businesses entering the web3 world. Together, we explore the world of NFTs and Intellectual Property, shedding light on what they are and how they work. Nicolle unveils how NFTs can hold valuable intellectual property rights, such as digital artwork, branded goods, and logos. We also chat about how some NFT creators restrict commercial use, while others...

EP. 110 In this episode, Melina sits down with Juliette Blake, founder of Miss O and Friends®. Juliette started the platform at the young age of 16 to help her younger sister and has since turned it into a media and lifestyle brand empowering tween girls to safely express themselves and connect with a community of like-minded girls. Juliette talks about her recent project, Miss O Cool Girls NFTs, which educates and empowers girls in the blockchain space. With more and more people, including...

EP. 109 In the latest episode of the Girl In The Verse podcast Melina and Heather from Coin Queens chat about Bitcoin Ordinal Inscriptions also known as Bitcoin NFTs. In February 2023, the number of inscriptions using Ordinals crossed the 100,000 mark as users from all over the world flooded the network with images, video games, and other types of content. Melina and Heather delve into all things related to Bitcoin Ordinals, including how to buy one. Coin Queens is creating the first...

EP.108 In this episode, Melina sits down with Dori Desautel Broudy, a traditional artist and former lawyer who is making waves in the world of NFTs. Dori shares her journey navigating web3 as a traditional artist and how she is using her skills to explore new frontiers in the world of digital art. She also talks about her sophomore NFT collection, which is being presented during Women's History Month. Dori also shares the meaning of non-fungible and why Dori decided not to include royalties...

EP.107 What is cryptocurrency? And should you care? In this episode of the Girl In The Verse podcast, Melina sits down with Ron, the Co-Founder of NFDaddys, a family friendly learning center, to dive into the exciting world of cryptocurrency. With the crypto market evolving at a rapid pace, it can be challenging to keep up with the latest trends and innovations. But fear not, as we have got you covered! In this episode, we discuss all things crypto basics, including what exactly...

EP.106 It's tax-filing time, and you're not alone if you're feeling overwhelmed. Are you hoping to correctly guess how much you owe so the IRS doesn't haul you off to jail? Do I have to pay crypto taxes in the US and in Canada? Don't worry, I’ve got your back! In this episode of the Girl In The Verse podcast, Melina sits down with crypto tax professional, Squeeze Taxes to discuss everything you need to know about how crypto taxes work! Are you wondering when to pay crypto taxes, how does...

EP.105 In this episode of the "Girl In The Verse" podcast, Melina takes listeners through her journey entering the world of crypto and NFT Twitter. She shares valuable insights on how to build a strong and engaged community through content creation, including the importance of having a personal brand on Twitter. Having a personal brand can lead to numerous opportunities, such as launching an NFT collection or finding your dream job. To make a lasting impact, it's crucial to differentiate...

EP.104 In this episode of the Girl In The Verse podcast, we take a closer look at the recent ~$2M phishing scam that affected Kevin Rose, the founder behind the NFT community Proof and the NFT collection Moonbirds. Despite being a leading figure in the NFT world, Kevin Rose fell victim to the scam, which resulted in the loss of millions of dollars worth of rare tokens. But what if this tragedy could have been prevented? That's where Harpie.io comes in. Harpie is an on-chain firewall that...

EP.103 Discover the easy way to understand cryptocurrency with the help of Alice Huang's book, "Crypto Dictionary for Beginners: The First and Only Practical Web3 Cryptocurrency Basics Handbook with Everyday Examples in the Web2 World.” Melina chats with the author in a recent episode of the Girl In The Verse Podcast about how to start learning about cryptocurrency. The book provides practical definitions for 274 of the most commonly used terms in the crypto world, paired with real-life...

EP. 102 Want to know how to start a blockchain, crypto, NFT company? In this episode of the Girl In The Verse Podcast, Melina chats with Nicolle Lafosse, a crypto lawyer, about businesses entering Web3. They discuss the various aspects of starting a cryptocurrency business, including the reasons why businesses should care about this technology, how it affects current businesses, and the legal priorities that businesses should consider. They also delve into the topic of registering an NFT...

EP. 101 In this episode of the Girl In The Verse Podcast, we dive into the world of crypto security with special guest Mac, a Web3 expert and Crypto Security Guru. With holiday FOMO in full swing, the last few weeks have been a scammer's paradise, resulting in multiple large wallets being compromised. But fear not, as Mac provides a step-by-step tutorial on how to create different MetMask Wallets to keep your crypto, NFTs and digital collectibles safe, even in the event of a compromise. Join...

EP. 100 The tech industry is fast-paced and online 24/7.  So, how can we avoid Web3 burnout? Melina chats with Carlee Lloyd, writer and community builder, on how to step away from the screen. Carlee also shares why building community is important in the crypto and NFT space and how to start actually building a community from scratch! Carlee and I would like to hear from you: What is your idea of community building? How will you build in 2023? Let us know in the comments below! TOPICS: How...

EP. 99 How can we help onboard more people into Web3 and NFTs? Meet Nova. Artist and founder of Women and Weapons, Sara Baumann is bringing characters to life. Join Melina as the girls chat about the Women and Weapons brand. How Melina turned her NFT into her iconic brand + more. FOLLOW GIRL ON SOCIAL: Twitter: https://twitter.com/girl_intheverse IG: https://www.instagram.com/girlintheve... TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@girlintheverse For more on Women and Weapons:...

EP. 98 What is your NFT strategy? Are you a HODLer or do you buy and sell quickly? Do you prefer buying at mint or on secondary? Join Melina as she discusses NFT selling strategies with DiKayo as we navigate our way in web3. Let's go! Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/girlintheverse/  Twitter: @girl_intheverse Blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/girlintheverse