This podcast episode delves into the evolution of the internet, from its early days as a platform for information to its current state of digital ownership and the rise of Web3. It explores the potential of blockchain technology to create decentralized networks that counterbalance the centralizing effects of AI, discusses the economic implications of network effects in the tech industry, and examines the shift towards decentralized platforms that empower users. The podcast also highlights the potential for blockchain applications, the intersection of crypto and policy, and the impact of Web3 on the creative economy. It concludes by discussing the potential political ramifications of Web3, the effects of the internet on politics, and the challenges of writing a book for a general audience.