Soapbox Sessions

Plus: Heather’s hill to die on is that Nostr needs to accommodate social media teams with better tools. Derek’s predictions for Nostr growth includes his vision for millions of new users. Heather discovers Derek hasn’t seen her favorite movie of 2025, K-Pop Demon Hunters! Does he not have kids?!? Chapters 00:00 - Introduction to Decentralized Social and AI 07:10 - Reflections on Derek’s Nostr Predictions 14:09 - 2025 Predictions and Their Accuracy 23:53 - The Rise of Vibe Coding 28:04 - The Future of AI and App Development 32:12 - Nostr Ecosystem Predictions for 2026 37:39 - Social Media Trends and Nostr 43:37 - Improving Nostr Onboarding and User Experience 46:59 - Podstr Updates and Deployment Challenges 48:01 - The Value of Premium Storage in Nostr 49:40 - Innovative Payment Solutions for Storage Fees 50:52 - Exploring Nostr E-commerce 52:01 - The Importance of Cash App Supporting Zaps 55:38 - Spending Bitcoin: A Circular Economy 01:01:00 - Predictions for Nostr's Future Growth 01:06:21 - Anticipating Challenges with Increased User Base Submit a news tip or ask a question: https://soapbox.pub/soapbox-sessions/ Find tools on the website: https://soapbox.pub/ Follow on X: https://x.com/SoapboxTech Follow on Nostr: https://primal.net/p/nprofile1qqs8sxs4yuz47axp7uprpugrs3sfkdz5379tdg9xe2n5qfvz070a4egc9mrhy ⭐ Support the podcast on Podcast 2.0 open networks: The one we built, Podstr: https://sessions.soapbox.pub/ Listen on Fountain: https://fountain.fm/show/aq7IaS6bdQ6kF6NWDzzc Become a fan on True Fans: https://truefans.fm/soapbox-sessions Podverse: https://podverse.fm/podcast/hPdQ-otsG Podcast Guru: https://app.podcastguru.io/podcast/1837576097 Podcast Index: https://podcastindex.org/podcast/7473968 🔵 Listen on closed networks/walled gardens: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1uBFCX46GH0npKB46stxAO Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soapbox-sessions/id1837576097 🔵 Listen on closed networks/walled gardens: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1uBFCX46GH0npKB46stxAO Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soapbox-sessions/id1837576097

In this conversation, Heather and Derek explore various themes surrounding the Web of Trust (WoT) and the importance of human verification in digital spaces. They discuss the significance of authenticity in content creation, the challenges of navigating social media dynamics, and the role of AI in shaping user experiences. The conversation also touches on community engagement, innovative approaches to learning about Nostr, and the future of user interactions in decentralized platforms. More episode shenanigans: Heather invites YouTuber King Kaiser to try out diVine after being behind his Ranger Rover in traffic: https://www.youtube.com/@kingkaiser26/videos Derek is really into Nostr Feedz, a new app we heard about thanks to a boost on Fountain! https://nostrfeedz.com/ Heather & Derek’s friend Seth, of Zap.Cooking, has built a Nostr advent calendar using Shakespeare: https://nostrchristmas.shakespeare.wtf/ We also find out if Jack Dorsey has slid into Derek’s DMs yet… Heather learns that Derek has made changes to Podstr.org and she’s going to have to go back into Shakespeare to update to her fork of the app… Bossman Alex Gleason keeps making updates to Shakespeare daily… 🎭 Join our Shakespeare vibe coding community: community.shakespeare.diy Submit a news tip or ask a question: https://soapbox.pub/soapbox-sessions/ Find tools on the website: https://soapbox.pub/ Follow on X: https://x.com/SoapboxTech Follow on Nostr: https://primal.net/p/nprofile1qqs8sxs4yuz47axp7uprpugrs3sfkdz5379tdg9xe2n5qfvz070a4egc9mrhy ⭐ Support the podcast on Podcast 2.0 open networks: The one we built, Podstr: https://sessions.soapbox.pub/ Listen on Fountain: https://fountain.fm/show/aq7IaS6bdQ6kF6NWDzzc Become a fan on True Fans: https://truefans.fm/soapbox-sessions Podverse: https://podverse.fm/podcast/hPdQ-otsG Podcast Guru: https://app.podcastguru.io/podcast/1837576097 Podcast Index: https://podcastindex.org/podcast/7473968 🔵 Listen on closed networks/walled gardens: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1uBFCX46GH0npKB46stxAO Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soapbox-sessions/id1837576097 Chapters 00:00- Introduction to Decentralized Dreams 01:43 - AI and Dream Analysis 03:05 - Experiences at Nostrshire and Bitfest 05:02 - Panel Discussions and Community Feedback from Bitfest 07:28 - Nostr's Potential and Limitations 10:24 - Reflections on Progress and Future Developments 11:47 - Workshops and Audience Engagement 13:03 - Common Questions in Vibe Coding 14:48 - Privacy Challenges in Development 15:43 - The Fast-Paced Nature of Development 17:00 - Technical Challenges and Solutions 21:27 - Technical Insights and Simplifying Concepts 22:46 - Forking and Remixing in Development 25:55 - Maintaining Code and Updates 29:45 - New Features in Shakespeare 32:00 - Web of Trust in Amethyst (app by Vitor Pamplona) 39:38 - Human Connection in a Digital Age 45:34 - The AI Buzzword and Its Implications 46:26 - Navigating Social Media Fatigue 48:53 - Understanding Marketing Through Psychology 50:48 - The Ecosystem of Nostr 52:49 - The Value for Value Economy 55:56 - The Future of Content Creation 59:45 - Innovative Tools for Nostr Users 01:01:53 - Community Engagement and Events

Could this be the most significant Nostr app yet? What is it like to have a hand in the most talked about social media app in the world? Why do they hope this is a breakout moment for Nostr? diVine means a lot to the world for both nostalgia and its anti-AI content stance. But what else can it mean for the Internet at large? diVine promises to ban AI-generated content but there’s more to authenticity than just that. The conversation also touches on the future features of diVine these two Nostr experts would want if they could wave a magic wand. Heather shares about the need for social media management tools in the decentralized landscape. Can someone please build a Nostr post scheduling app that manages multiple accounts? Derek & Heather explore what could and should be possible on Nostr, an open-source protocol. They discuss the importance of user control, the collaborative nature of the Nostr dev community, and the unique phenomena like the 'hellthreads' that have emerged within Nostr (and what makes it impossible on legacy social media platforms). Chapters 00:00 - Introduction to Decentralized Social and AI 02:18 - The Rise of dViine and Its impact 04:44 - Understanding Nostr and Its Importance 06:34 - Political Neutrality in Decentralized Platforms 09:14 - The Freedom of Expression on Nostra 12:30 - Nostalgia for Vine and Its Cultural Impact 16:27 - The Future of Content Creation on diVine 22:25 - diVine: Possible Features and Future Possibilities 24:27 - The Impact of Nostr on Creators 26:39 - Community Collaboration and Open Source Development 28:12 - The Evolution of Open Source Software 30:31 - Integrating Various Media into diVine (wishlist!) 32:37 - User Management and Social Media Tools 34:44 - The Wild West of Nostr 36:29 - Nostr's Moment and Future Prospects 38:18 - Welcoming New Users to Nostr 41:24 - Empowering Users with Control 46:57 - Community Collaboration and Altruism 48:53 - The Freedom to Build and Collaborate 51:23 - Listener Engagement and Feedback 54:28 - Nostr and the Health Thread Phenomenon 01:00:45 - The Power of Community in Development 01:03:53 - Closing Thoughts and Thanksgiving Wishes

They love to do it on their phones! Derek and Heather explore innovative ideas for travel apps and the BitFest conference in the UK, which Derek will be attending. They discuss the fascinating concept of AI-driven bat drones for search and rescue operations, the significant rise of data centers vs. oil, and the future of renewable energy in both AI and Bitcoin mining. They also share about building community with Shakespeare and the current state of e-commerce solutions within the Nostr ecosystem. TL;DR: e-commerce on Nostr is about to get a lot better! Derek & Heather also share what they’re grateful for in Nostr. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Decentralized Social and AI 02:53 Boosts and Community Engagement 05:51 Analytics in Podcasting 2.0 08:51 Bitcoin Payments and Square's Innovations 11:47 The Circular Economy and Small Businesses 14:48 Challenges and Opportunities with Bitcoin Payments 17:42 Community Support and Local Businesses 20:51 Future of Bitcoin Payments in Everyday Transactions 27:01 Bitcoin Adoption in Local Businesses 30:06 Exploring Bitcoin Payment Options 35:17 Nostr and the Developer Community 46:10 Derek's Upcoming Trip to BitFest 48:42 Innovative Rescue Solutions: The Bat Drones 51:28 Data Centers: The New Oil 54:27 The Future of Energy and AI 59:24 Building Community with Vibe Coding 01:07:23 E-commerce on Nostr: The Future of Online Business 🎭 Join our Shakespeare vibe coding community: community.shakespeare.diy Submit a news tip or ask a question: https://soapbox.pub/soapbox-sessions/ Find tools on the website: https://soapbox.pub/ Follow on X: https://x.com/SoapboxTech Follow on Nostr: https://primal.net/p/nprofile1qqs8sxs4yuz47axp7uprpugrs3sfkdz5379tdg9xe2n5qfvz070a4egc9mrhy ⭐ Support the podcast on Podcast 2.0 open networks: The one we built, Podstr: https://sessions.soapbox.pub/ Listen on Fountain: https://fountain.fm/show/aq7IaS6bdQ6kF6NWDzzc Become a fan on True Fans: https://truefans.fm/soapbox-sessions Podverse: https://podverse.fm/podcast/hPdQ-otsG Podcast Guru: https://app.podcastguru.io/podcast/1837576097 Podcast Index: https://podcastindex.org/podcast/7473968 🔵 Listen on closed networks/walled gardens: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1uBFCX46GH0npKB46stxAO Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soapbox-sessions/id1837576097 🔵 Listen on closed networks/walled gardens: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1uBFCX46GH0npKB46stxAO Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soapbox-sessions/id1837576097

Chapters 00:00:00 Introduction to Soapbox Sessions 00:03:00 The Nostr App Debate; Damus vs. Primal—which is more decentralized? 00:09:00 Centralization vs. Decentralization 00:15:00 Exploring Cashu Privacy Features 00:21:00 Global Impact of Decentralized Tech 00:27:00 User Experience and Hybrid Apps 00:33:00 Future of Nostr and Decentralized Communication 00:39:00 The Role of Centralization in App Performance 00:45:00 Cashu: A New Era of Private Transactions 00:51:00 Building the Future: Nostr's Impact on Global Communication Submit a news tip or ask a question: https://soapbox.pub/soapbox-sessions/ Find tools on the website: https://soapbox.pub/ Follow on X: https://x.com/SoapboxTech Follow on Nostr: https://primal.net/p/nprofile1qqs8sxs4yuz47axp7uprpugrs3sfkdz5379tdg9xe2n5qfvz070a4egc9mrhy ⭐ Support the podcast on Podcast 2.0 open networks: The one we built, Podstr: https://sessions.soapbox.pub/ Listen on Fountain: https://fountain.fm/show/aq7IaS6bdQ6kF6NWDzzc Become a fan on True Fans: https://truefans.fm/soapbox-sessions Podverse: https://podverse.fm/podcast/hPdQ-otsG Podcast Guru: https://app.podcastguru.io/podcast/1837576097 Podcast Index: https://podcastindex.org/podcast/7473968 🔵 Listen on closed networks/walled gardens: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1uBFCX46GH0npKB46stxAO Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soapbox-sessions/id1837576097 🔵 Listen on closed networks/walled gardens: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1uBFCX46GH0npKB46stxAO Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soapbox-sessions/id1837576097