I believe that Ethereum is the ultimate embodiment of the open-source software movement, allowing everyone to benefit financially from its developments. However, there is a need for real funding to support the development of Ethereum's infrastructure. Today’s episode is a conversation with Trent Van Epps, an expert in public goods funding and discuss his concept, Protocol Guild, which involves distributing tokens from successful protocols to Ethereum contributors. This podcast episode explores various mechanisms for supporting public goods in the Ethereum ecosystem, offering insights for those interested in its growth and development.