This podcast episode delves into the nuances of SOL, the native asset of the Solana ecosystem, with a focus on its unique features, economic sustainability model, and distinctions from Ethereum. Austin Federa sheds light on the evolving role of SOL, comparing it to ETH's journey, and highlights Solana's advancements in transaction speed, throughput, and stake-weighted QoS. The podcast also explores the complexities of MEV, stake weighted QS, JITO SOL, and implied oracle in the context of Solana and Ethereum, offering insights into the challenges and opportunities presented by MEV and potential solutions. Additionally, the discussion examines layer structures, capture problems, and the potential for value capture and interference by large corporations.