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The Brave Technologist

Technology is reshaping society—but how are users included in the conversation? The Brave Technologist explores how emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and Web3 are influencing our lives, our choices, and our collective future. Unlike many tech podcasts that focus on hype and disruption, this show puts users at the center of the conversation. Each episode features thoughtful discussions with technologists working to ensure that innovation serves the public

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33:32

AI That Acts: How Autonomous Agents Are Rewriting Org...

The Brave Technologist ·

2026/02/18

Manoj Saxena, Founder and CEO of Trustwise, explains why agentic AI represents a major shift inside organizations: from AI as a tool to AI as an active participant. He addresses the operational challenges that organizations face today, including AI-to-AI interactions, opaque decision-making, regulatory pressure, and the growing need for continuous oversight as AI systems gain autonomy. Key Takeaways: The ways AI agents are already taking on roles once owned by humans How leaders should prepare

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21:37

When AI and Enterprise Tech Feel Like Magic [Live...

The Brave Technologist ·

2026/02/11

Kapil Gupta, former Enterprise AI Product & Platform Leader at Cigna, shares insights from more than two decades of turning cutting-edge technology into enterprise-ready products. He unpacks the difference between generative AI and agentic AI, and why governance, user choice, and thoughtful design matter just as much as innovation. Learn how enterprises can scale responsibly and why the best technology often feels invisible to the people using it. Key Takeaways: The tangible difference between

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24:59

Is Digital Money Becoming a Surveillance Tool? [LIVE...

The Brave Technologist ·

2026/02/04

Chastity Murphy, former Senior Advisor at the U.S.Treasury and Visiting Research Fellow at the University of Manchester, shares her experiences working on digital money legislation, including the Stable Act. She reflects on the transition from cash to digital payments along with her current research developing offline, anonymous public interest payment systems. Key Takeaways: How early stablecoin legislation shaped our understanding of digital money, privacy, and consumer protection The gap

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26:00

Accountability Requires Identity: AI Agents & the...

The Brave Technologist ·

2026/01/28

Evin McMullen, co-founder and CEO of Billions Network, explores how identity for agents is going to unlock the next era of the Internet. She shares outcomes from collaborations with regulatory bodies and major companies (like HSBC and TikTok), along with their use of Zero Knowledge Proofs in proving you're human without giving up privacy. Key Takeaways: How Billions Network plans to save the Internet, starting first with scaling trust (while balancing convenience and privacy) The critical

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53:55

Charles Hoskinson: Re-Architecting Money and...

The Brave Technologist ·

2026/01/21

Charles Hoskinson is a co-founder of Ethereum, and the CEO and Founder of Input | Output (the company behind the Cardano blockchain). In this episode he shares his journey into the world of cryptocurrencies and his early influences. He also explains the conception and operational details of the Midnight Network (a privacy-focused, layer-two solution), and discusses his ambitious efforts in anti-aging and regenerative medicine. Key Takeaways: Trillion dollar disruption ideas and a vision for how

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40:40

When AI Becomes the Attacker: Most Organizations...

The Brave Technologist ·

2026/01/14

Dave Chatterjee, Adjunct Associate Professor at Duke University, explains how scale, speed, and surprise are reshaping cyber threats and why many organizations remain dangerously reactive. He shares his Commitment-Preparedness-Discipline (CPD) framework along with ways that leaders can move beyond checkbox compliance by treating cybersecurity as a strategic business priority. Key Takeaways: The three underestimated AI risks that leaders often overlook, and how AI must be used to defend against

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21:27

LIVE From AI Summit: AI That Only Gets Paid When It...

The Brave Technologist ·

2026/01/07

Leah Price, Vice President of Tinman AI Platform at better.com, breaks down why traditional subscription-based pricing no longer works and how outcome-driven AI can unlock real value for enterprises. She also shares how embedded AI, avatars, and automation are transforming the mortgage experience for both lenders and borrowers, and what the future of AI-powered financial infrastructure could look like. Key Takeaways: How Tinman AI embeds generative AI across an entire mortgage tech stack The

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40:56

Navigating AI's Hidden Risks: Lessons from the Nova...

The Brave Technologist ·

2025/12/23

Bhavesh Mehta and Mahesh Kumar—senior technology leaders at Uber and co-authors of the practical guide AI-First Leader—discuss the lessons learned from Nova Bridge's collapse, and share best practices for mitigating hidden risks that can derail ambitious AI projects. They also share specific ways that small businesses and Fortune 500 companies can embrace AI from a place of empowerment rather than fear. Key Takeaways: Ways to align C-suite leaders and engineering teams around a unified AI roadmap

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28:55

Building an Intelligent Internet: AI's Future is in...

The Brave Technologist ·

2025/12/17

Emad Mostaque, founder and CEO of Intelligent Internet, discusses his vision for an open and intelligent internet, along with the impact it can have on everyday users. He acknowledges the risks of AI surpassing human capabilities, but shares an optimistic view of where the true strength of a society lies. He also discusses the ways communities can withstand these disruptions and thrive in a changing world. Key Takeaways: What problems AI agents are ready to solve today, and when we can expect

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25:36

Zcash and the Fight for Privacy in the Digital Age

The Brave Technologist ·

2025/12/10

Arjun Khemani, memetic warlord at Zcash, shares his journey from questioning conventional thinking to becoming an advocate for rational optimism and privacy in the digital age. He discusses the importance of fighting for freedom, why memes are powerful tools for spreading ideas, and why users should remain skeptical of authority. Key Takeaways: Why privacy is fundamental to freedom and how Zcash is helping us get closer to that ideal The role of shielded transactions in increasing your anonymity

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22:43

Live From Rare Evo: What's Stopping DeFi from Going...

The Brave Technologist ·

2025/12/03

Thorsten Jaeckel, Head of Product at 0x and Matcha, discusses the biggest hurdles facing DeFi adoption—including regulatory uncertainty, user experience challenges, security concerns, and the need for better education. Discover what it will take for decentralized finance to reach the masses and get a glimpse of the path forward for DeFi. Key Takeaways: How the rise of Layer 2 solutions are shaping (and complicating) the next phase of DeFi. What's holding back tokenized equities, and what it'll

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26:35

BrainChip: Bringing Brain-Inspired AI to Everyday...

The Brave Technologist ·

2025/11/26

Sean Hehir, CEO of BrainChip, discusses their innovative neuromorphic technology, which mimics the way the human brain processes information to enable smarter, more efficient edge computing. We explore the real-world impact of bringing AI directly to devices, from wearables to smart home products, and what this means for speed, privacy, and energy efficiency. Tune in to learn how BrainChip is paving the way for a new generation of intelligent electronics and what's next for brain-inspired artificial

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17:08

LIVE From Rare Evo: The Hidden World of Web3 Asset...

The Brave Technologist ·

2025/11/19

Jay Chrawnna, director of The Kus, dives into the subtle ways people are already using Web3 in everyday transactions (often without realizing it) and what this means for the future of consumer Web3. He explores how gaming projects like FIFA Rivals are redefining digital asset ownership, and highlights how entities like the Indonesian government are leveraging blockchain to improve transparency, efficiency, and mainstream accessibility. Key Takeaways: How the next wave of Web3 could be completely

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14:07

The $500 Trillion Opportunity: Tokenizing the Real World

The Brave Technologist ·

2025/11/12

Juan Leon, Senior Investment Strategist at Bitwise Asset Management, unpacks the rapid institutional adoption of Bitcoin and Ethereum, fueled by ETFs, regulatory clarity, and the rise of tokenization. He shares key trends shaping the next phase of crypto, including the integration of traditional finance and DeFi, and how this evolution could redefine corporate treasuries and real-world asset investing. Key Takeaways How major financial institutions are embracing stablecoins and blockchain

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30:09

Pinecone is Democratizing Access to Vector Database...

The Brave Technologist ·

2025/11/05

Jack Pertschuck, former Principal Engineer at Pinecone, discusses what vector databases are and why they matter for AI and search applications. He also discusses the challenges of communicating the value of this technology when the problem isn't widely understood. Key Takeaways: Advice for teams looking to adopt vector search technology The importance of hybrid and cascading retrieval methods The significance of context engineering and evaluation metrics in AI systems How Pinecone is democratizing

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37:03

Nobody Sausage & Claynosaurz: Reaching Millions...

The Brave Technologist ·

2025/10/29

Andrew Pelekis, CEO of Claynosaurz, shares how they're making digital ownership fun, accessible, and frictionless. He also discusses the role of community and fan engagement in the success of digital brands. Key Takeaways: What they've learned from prior cycles about bringing blockchain projects to mainstream communities How audience participation has changed, and what new revenue streams have become possible The challenge of protecting original IP and the new fan intelligence system they're

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31:03

Navigating AI Resistance: Overcoming Fears and...

The Brave Technologist ·

2025/10/22

Liz Zaborowska, Founder & CEO of Bhava Communications and Spring Catalyst, explores the common fears and misconceptions that lead to resistance against AI adoption. She emphasizes the importance of proper training and support, ensuring that team members feel confident and secure in their use of AI tools. Key Takeaways: The business benefits of embracing AI, including practical strategies to overcome fears and successfully adopt artificial intelligence throughout your team How AI tools can

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24:34

Inside the Linux Foundation’s Open-Source Movement

The Brave Technologist ·

2025/10/15

Daniela Barbosa, General Manager of Decentralized Technologies at the Linux Foundation, and Executive Director at LF Decentralized Trust, discusses the most promising open-source projects they’ve supported so far, and how more builders can get involved. She also emphasizes the importance of community contributions and cross-sector partnerships to accelerate the adoption and impact of decentralized technologies. Key Takeaways: How LF Decentralized Trust fits within the Linux Foundation and why it

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19:14

LIVE from RareEvo: TradFi vs DeFi Stablecoins...

The Brave Technologist ·

2025/10/08

Gerrit, developer relations at Curve Finance, discusses the unique risks and rewards associated with DeFi stablecoins, and how increased regulatory clarity has fueled the rise of TradFi stablecoins. He also spotlights the crucial role of platforms like Curve in providing essential liquidity and stability, ensuring the continued growth and reliability of the stablecoin sector. Key Takeaways: Key differentiators between TradFi and DeFi stablecoins, including their risk / reward profiles The

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22:51

Live at Rare Evo: Stand With Crypto’s Grassroots...

The Brave Technologist ·

2025/10/01

Elizabeth Hansson is the Michigan President of Stand With Crypto and Founder of the Detroit Blockchain Collective. In this episode she discusses the importance of grassroots activism in shaping digital asset policy, the challenges of educating lawmakers, and how community engagement is driving innovation and regulatory clarity. She also reflects on America's lag in cryptocurrency innovation and the critical need for market structure and state-level legislation. Key Takeaways: How Stand With Crypto

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