In Helios Horizons Ep.11, we chat to Burnt Banksy, the audacious disruptor who set the crypto world ablaze by burning a Banksy artwork and himself to announce the inception of Burnt XION, a pioneering Layer 1 network. We explore his journey, from his time in New York during the rise of Uniswap and ICOs to mining ETH in his dorm room. We chat about …

How can staking providers reinvest in the ecosystem to foster growth and innovation? Join us for Helios Horizons Ep.10, as we sit down with Wolfgang Rueckerl, founder of iVerse Vision and Entity Finance, to unravel his journey from entering the space in 2017 to establishing a leading staking provider on MultiversX and beyond. We’ll hear about the f…

Ever wondered how a college athlete finds his way to the cutting edge of decentralized finance? In Helios Horizons Ep.9, Cooper Emmons from Injective and Helix shares his incredible journey from the University of Miami to becoming a pivotal members of the Injective team. Cooper opens up about his early fascination with crypto during the FTX and Sol…

In Helios Horizons Ep.8, we welcomed Seb Moriarty, Head of Growth at Radiants DAO. Seb took us through his journey from his DJing roots in Cape Town to becoming embedded in the Web3 space. Seb opens up about his eclectic career path, sharing anecdotes from his early days in music, marketing, and film, and how these experiences shaped his transition…

On Helios Horizons Ep.7, we sit down with Mark Tillement of Pyth to discuss the world of Web3 and blockchain oracles. He brings us through his own journey in the space and his aspiration to achieve financial empowerment through blockchain. Mark discussed Pyth and their mission to empower platfroms and individuals with accessible financial data to c…

In Helios Horizons Ep.6, Monica Liu of OKX joins us to discuss enhancing user experience and community growth in crypto and Web3. After her own leap from traditional finance to the Web3 world, she shares strategies that OKX use to capture global attention. She shares insights around OKX's recent university tour in the U.S, which is sowing the seeds…

In Helios Horizons Ep.5 we chat to Sever Moldovean about Unlocking the Value of Validators on MultiversX with Phase 4.0 on the horizon. Kevin and Sever share a storied history and they revisit their journey as early MultiversX (then Elrond) holders and community members from the ICO boom of 2017, through to the Battle of Nodes and market volatility…

In Ep.4 of Helios Horizons, we explored on-chain perpetual markets and the future of DeFi with Jonathan Caras of Levana. Jonathan has a comprehensive history in the space, bringing his experience from his time with Starkware, Delphi Labs and the Luna Foundation Guard to his work as Head of Communications at Levana. Jonathan discussed how Levana are…

In Helios Horizons Ep.3 we were joined by Robert Sasu of MultiversX, who joined us to discuss the idea of building blockchain solutions from first principles. We looked back at the inception of MultiversX (formerly Elrond), shining a light on how they addressed blockchain trilemma—security, decentralization, and scalability. Robert then discussed t…

In Episode 2 of Helios Horizons we are joined by Mirza Uddin - Head of Business Development at Injective. In the epiosde we explore the history of Injective, tracing its ascent from a DeFi-focused platform to a comprehensive ecosystem teeming with possibilities. Transitioning from Bitcoin enthusiast to a pivotal player at Injective, Mirza opens up …

In Episode 1 of Helios Horizons, we welcomed Dr. Rebekka Revel, a trailblazer from the Solana community and co-founder of Superteam Germany. We explore her leap into the world of Web3 and the potential of blockchain to redefine the concept of art and community. Rebecca's own setbacks in the space only fueled her commitment to change things for the …

In the introductory episode of Helios Horizons, co-founder, Kevin Lydon, JB Carthy and Lukas Seel chat about Helios Staking and the mission to bring financial inclusion on a global scale. Throughout the episode, the team discuss various topics across the cryptocurrency and blockchain space — including their personal journeys and hopes for the futur…

On this week’s episode of MAD, it’s finally October and it’s all about the classics. The boys celebrate the monsters of yesteryear that paved the way for the horror villains of today. Unlike these monsters, no opinion is black or white, so come debate all the spooky creatures of Halloween with your favorite podcasters! The Twilight debate: vampires…

On this week’s episode of MAD, find out what happens when 3 grown men with ADHD forget to release an episode. It sat for 5 long months, but the boys sat down and got silly. Whether it’s sleeping with the Queen or peeing in your neighbor’s pool, the boys got you covered with all their intrusive thoughts. Fluffy dogs or screaming children, who do you…

On this week’s episode of MAD, get ready to digest anything and everything as the boys sit down to share their favorite GOATs. Think suckerpunch meets an award show as the boys debate their favorite greats with stupid takes. Turtles, household appliances, and cereal mascots are only a few of this week’s chaotic arguments. What is actually the great…

On this week’s episode of MAD, everything is fun and games, even if they’re rigged. The boys take their prize-winning hog of an episode to the fair in hopes of getting some amusement out of this ride. They got deep-fried food, smelly barns, and creepy carnies this week! Is this podcast worth a Blue Ribbon award? Are all carnival rides just a versio…

On this week's episode of MAD, it comes in all shapes and sizes, Pineapple should never be on it, and America stole it from another country. Your 3 favorite food aficionado-doughs sit down for a sausage swingin' showdown about pizza. They get cheesy over delivery times, hot over toppings, and deep dish on each other's meaty opinions, so enjoy a sli…

On this week’s episode of MAD, it’s time to Take 5, give yourself a break, and taste the rainbow! Your three favorite Sugar Daddies sit down to lay their fingers on each other’s Butterfingers and do their best not to Starburst. First they’re sour, then they’re sweet, and eventually it’s just broken candy hearts. Hungry for this episode, why wait? I…

On this week’s episode of MAD, it’s all rainbows and butterflies… and barbed wire. Hop in the chair with the boys as they discuss the stink about ink. They’re covered in tattoos and wanted to tell the tales of the culture. Whether it’s stories, tributes, or regrets, we all got 'em, so they might as well be put on our skin forever. Yes, we know we’r…

On this week’s episode of MAD, it’s only good pie-brations! Grab a pint and sit down at the sundae bar with your 3 favorite podcasters. It’s no piece of cake when it comes to sprinkling opinions about sugary treats, and the boys whisk it all to share their sweet takes. Let’s milk this cookie for all it's worth! Is a casserole basically a cake, they…

On this week’s episode of MAD, prep your meat to fill your cheeks. It’s cheesy, it’s spicy, and most importantly, it’s messy… it’s a clash of the condiments. Your 3 favorite Baters sit down to devour one another in their dumbest debate yet! Can you actually sell a ketchup popsicle to a woman in white gloves? What’s the best condiment to use in the …

On this week’s episode of MAD, grab your favorite singing sidekick and get ready to save the princess. Your three favorite princes sit down to dispute what princess they’d save and what princess they’re happy to let stay sleeping. Furry friends, princess pander, and a lot of confusion over what princess is which. The boys cover it all in this ridic…

On this week’s episode of MAD, hop on in, crack a cold one, and let the boys be your ale-ment for the hottest week ever. Your three favorite buds are debating suds. Who gets roasted and who gets toasted when special guest, Satan, chimes in on the brewery scene in hell. Raise a glass and salute these real men of genius! Which host gets sour over IPA…

On this week’s episode of MAD, no one is okay. Grab your eyeliner, skinny jeans, and flat iron your bangs because we’re getting SAD. The boys sit down to talk about all the small things they love about emo music. They’re hands down their own worst enemies when it comes to talking fat lips and the business of misery. Everything is alright, so spare …

On this week’s episode of MAD, it’s all about explosions and showing your colors. The boys sit down to discuss another silly holiday that involves drinking, eating, and wearing dumb outfits. Things get explosive when your hosts discuss rockets, roman candles, and roasting marshmallows. Happy 4th of July from your favorite debaters! Why doesn’t anyo…

On this week’s episode of MAD, grab your head lamps and put on your headphones. The boys gear up for a heist like no other. They’ve snuck into the temple of Banter & Such and stolen the elusive and sought after, ‘Idea For A Good Episode.’ Join in on the action as they argue their way through the best adventure movies in history! What if Jack Sparro…

On this week’s episode of MAD, it’s time to regret everything and nothing. The boys went out and partied for last week’s episode, but returned to the studio to share their hangovers with the world. No amount of Starbucks, ibuprofen, or Postmates will help them fight each other, or their hangovers, on this week’s headache of an episode. Will the roo…

On this week's episode of MAD, shots get poured before shots get fired. The boys decide to debate the one thing they have expert knowledge and experience on, drinking. They drink, they drank, and they are definitely drunk. It's booze it and lose it when comes to debating this week. Sorry about tomorrow! Where's the worst place to be drunk? Which on…

On this week’s episode of MAD, join your favorite podcasters while they pee in your pool. Summertime is officially here, so the boys decided to sit around the campfire and tell ghost stories about the creature from the swamp in their jeans. Powder your beach balls and turn the AC to 11, this episode is too hot to handle. Why is the world so comfort…

On this week’s episode of MAD, roll the dice, lose a turn, and get a clue. The boys sit down to discuss their favorite board games with their best friend, Joe Chapman. It’s all fun and games, literally, until the episode turns into an all out battle. Some are playing chess, while others are playing checkers! Is Free Parking the dumbest house rule t…

On this week’s episode of MAD, we hope your fingers are warmed up and you’re in a comfortable spot. You just gotta give it a blow and stick it on in. The boys pile on the couch to discuss their favorite video games and consoles. There are no cheat codes to skip through this episode and we can’t guarantee you won’t hear some new words through your s…

Hey everyone! Life has been insane for us and we took a much needed break this week. So instead please enjoy this episode of Banter & Such where Alex & Spencer were guests talking about Pokemon Go! STAY MAD! INSTAGRAM @MasterAndDebaters MERCH TheHeliosNetwork.com BANTER & SUCH Get into some BS with us HERE WASTED TRUTH Spill some W Tea with us HERE…

On this week’s episode of MAD, let’s do our best Scooby Doo impression and peel the mask off our favorite villains. The boys sit down to give credit where credit is due, and remind you, some villains actually have a heart, and a few great motives. Before you grab your pitchfork and torches, realize that some bad apples are only slightly bruised. Do…

On this week’s episode of MAD, give the camera a look and remind America that its favorite television shows are actually scripted. The boys sit down with Wasted Truth’s new co-host, Jill, to discuss what’s reality and what’s trash, when it comes to reality entertainment. This is the true story of 4 strangers, picked to record in the same podcast st…

On this week’s episode of MAD, it’s time to stop drinking the Kool-Aid and face the facts that your favorite heroes may actually be villains. The boys sit down to question the lies we’ve all been fed in some of our favorite movies. You’ll never watch these feel good movies the same way again! Did Peter Pan take us to a Neverland full of lies? Was O…

On this week’s episode of MAD, it’s time to blow out the candles and make a wish that will never come true. The boys sit down with the host of Banter & Such, Owen, to debate (and celebrate) his birthday. Play ‘Pin The Tail On A Topic’ as the boys try to reel in the chaos that is every five-year-old’s birthday. Grab a party favor and get ready to ce…

On this week’s episode of MAD, you’ll need to get off the phone, so the boys can get online. From Limewire to memes, and all the inbetweens, this episode dials up the memories of the birth of the internet. Please, won’t you put us in your top 8? Just how creepy were the first chat rooms? Do bananas have rights? How can someone be bad at Line Rider?…

On this week’s episode of MAD, it’s all about getting litty in Music City. Your three favorite tour guides sit down to love and loathe their hometown, Nashville, TN. Whether it’s booze, brunch, or bachelorettes, they tell you where you should and shouldn’t be. Is hot chicken actually worth it? Should you wait two hours for a pancake or a photo of a…

On this week’s episode of MAD, your three favorite musketeers fight in the grocery store’s best aisles. Like a bag of chips, this episode is mostly air with a little bit of content. The boys sit down to snicker over their favorite junk food items and disgusting eating habits. Little Debbie was our first crush and the Girl Scouts are basically drug …

On this week’s episode of MAD, it’s a tale as old as time. Your 3 favorite historians have picked debate topics that date back to the days of cave drawings and alien hieroglyphs. The boys answer what the great philosophers of Greece could not, and finally draw conclusions to Earth’s greatest debates. The chicken could not cross the road if the egg …

On this week’s episode of MAD, our dad left $20 on the counter for pizza and Blockbuster had one copy of Goldeneye left to rent. Snag your sleeping bag and tell your mom you packed clean underwear as we head back to the good ole days when Pizza Hut had the best pie and getting cooties made you cry. You chose your friends based on their video game s…

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On this week’s episode of MAD, the boys have flying saucers in their crosshairs and get messy with Nessy. Bigfoot, aliens, and ghosts have probed all 3 of them, but they still ask the question, was it real? The house is divided when they sit down and recall personal encounters and share stories of the fourth kind. Nothing and everything is real in …

On this week’s episode of MAD, the boys try to find out if lightning can strike the same place twice. After 3 months of waiting, they released their favorite episode last week and decided to sit down and go for round two. Like the best horror movie sequels, things get grosser and much more frightening. There’s a good chance that the boys are contac…

On this week’s episode of MAD, the Super Bowl has come and gone, much like our gambling addictions and forgotten one-night stands. The tackling, spandex, and leather balls got the boys thinking about last Friday night, which got them thinking about sports. Bats, bungees, batons, and bowling pins are all fair game in this battle of the sports balls.…

On this week’s episode of MAD, the lights have been turned on, and ‘It’s Closing Time’ is playing for the thousandth time. Grab a bar rag and get cleaning or GTFO because this week’s episode is gonna be messy. The boys pull up a barstool and sit down with two of their favorite bartenders. We welcome guests Nik from our sister podcast, Wasted Truth,…

On this week’s episode of MAD, it’s all about backpacks and braces. Jocks and jazz band. Homecoming and hot lunch. The bell has rung and the hallways are cleared, so why else would the boys show up late other than reliving their worst years? Their teachers knew they were special, just not ‘Afterschool Special.’ Oh how they’ve grown from boys to men…

On this week’s episode of MAD, throw on a cape and grab your sidekick. It’s a bird! It's a plane! It's The Helios Network’s very own, Owie, dropping by to kick and punch the boys in one of their greatest fights to date. For these jokers, it’s a real ‘Wham! Bam!’ war of infinite proportions between comics and cosmos, movies and mutants. With only a …