In this episode Yonat Vaks sits down with three exceptional Genesis Edition artists to explore the true power of memes in contemporary culture. She is joined by Marcus Connor, the creator of one of Bitcoin’s most recognizable memes, Coaster Guy. The image has become so deeply embedded in Bitcoin culture that many forget it had a creator at all. Marcus is an illustrator, musician, and multidisciplinary creative who brings a distinct sense of magic to everything he touches, including the way he chose to appear for this episode. If you are listening to the audio, the video is well worth watching.
Also joining the conversation is Rare Scrilla, a multidisciplinary artist working at the intersection of music, memes, and visual storytelling. A modern-day renaissance man, Scrilla has refined the art of memes into a powerful cultural language that spans mediums and communities.
The discussion also features Pepenardo, an extremely talented painter whose meticulous process blends timeless symbols with internet memes. In a space often defined by instant consumption, the depth and care present in every aspect of his work invites viewers to ask deeper questions about the world we are living in today.
Together, the four explore how seemingly simple images and gifs may in fact be the most honest art form of our era, carrying myth, prophecy, rebellion, and community through the language of the internet.
Guests:
Marcus Connor https://bitcoincoaster.com/
Rare Scrilla https://www.rarescrilla.com/
Pepenardo https://x.com/PepenardoStudio
Host: Yonat Vaks https://yonatvaks.com
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