BONUS: Out the Door - A Raw Farcon Recap with Jack and Toady
Wednesday, 7 May 2025 · 2 min read · Listen to the episode ↗
Jack and Todi recap their experiences at Farcon, their first meeting, highlighting memorable moments such as karaoke and diverse food offerings. The conversation transitions to discussions on the House of Nouns event, showcasing innovative art and bespoke clothing, and the significance of community-building in tech. They also mention the launch of the Coinbase wallet beta integrating with Warpcast, reflecting the intersection of social media, blockchain, and event culture.
Jack and Todi reflect on their experiences at Farcon, marking it as their first in-person meeting, which they describe as a 'meet cute.' They share highlights from the event, including a karaoke night where Dwoofy rapped to Eminem and Jack's arrival just in time for the clanker event after checking into their Airbnb. Food experiences are a recurring theme, with Todi mentioning the good food available, mostly small bites at events, while Jack admits he often forgot to eat until late at night. They reminisce about meeting at Linda Tree, enjoying pizza, and Todi getting a hat from Landstuhl.
The conversation shifts to Day Two's event, House of Nouns, hosted by Benjamin Lascoe, featuring an underground art gallery with artists like Vinnie Hager and Gossamer. They discuss a bespoke clothing maker who created a jacket inspired by Renaissance art, and the smash tournament at the event, which attracted random street participants, proving effective for marketing and onboarding.
They also touch on their food experiences in New York, mentioning Mediterranean cuisine at a Nouns Dinner organized by Sass, which helped strengthen relationships among attendees. The next day, they attended a summit with speeches, including one by DWR about the future of Firecaster and an interview with VC Fred Wilson.
The discussion includes reflections on a recent event highlighting stories from SoundCloud, where one speaker noted the pressure from record labels. They speculate that Bruno Mars might be among the artists who gained prominence through the platform. Jesse from Base is characterized as charismatic and genuine, announcing the launch of the Coinbase wallet beta, which integrates with Warpcast and Farcaster, designed as a social media platform with a feed reminiscent of TikTok or Instagram Reels.
Speaker 1 shares experiences from Farcon, emphasizing the importance of building relationships at events. They recount positive conversations and humorous interactions, reflecting on the significance of signing up for side events and expressing disappointment at missing the Net Gala. The after-party scene is described as surreal, with a unique venue that felt dreamlike.
The day following the main event was more relaxed, with attendees engaging in side events or exploring the city. A NARS skateboarding event occurred, and one participant humorously noted their early loss in a beer pong tournament organized by Tim TLDR, which featured betting through the Brackey bot on Warpcast. A team-building session on the rooftop terrace of their Airbnb was a favorite moment, allowing for relaxed conversations amidst the busy schedule.
As the podcast concludes, one participant reflects on the experience and the challenges of being away from family while ordering a ride home. Speaker 1 expresses satisfaction with attending the event and meeting Todi, highlighting a newfound appreciation for Farcaster. Todi suggests they should not wait another two years to meet again, emphasizing the importance of planning more travel trips. SAS reflects positively on the trip, proposing "Good Trip, Man" as a potential name for the podcast, and all speakers conclude with a casual farewell.
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