Chain Breakers
A community-driven crypto show where passionate voices challenge norms and shape the future of the industry
Jonathan Heppner on fixing science with Research Hub
Jonathan Heppner joins host Ann Marie McQueen to talk about the replication crisis in science and how the Research Hub Foundation is testing decentralized funding models to support more transparent, reproducible research—from pre-registration to tools like MRI simulation software.
Jason Dominique on making crypto feel familiar
At Philippine Blockchain Week, Jason Dominique of Onchain Labs told Ian A how Onchain Ramp is lowering entry barriers to crypto by borrowing from e-commerce—local payments, smoother UX, and fewer technical hurdles for everyday users.
Marvin Agustin cooks up crypto culture at Philippine Blockchain Week
From fish balls shaped like blockchain blocks to regional flavors and NFT perks, Marvin Agustin of Marvin’s Kitchen brings Filipino street food into the crypto conversation—offering a tasty gateway to web3 adoption.
Domenik Maier brings web3 realism to mobile gaming
At Philippine Blockchain Week, Domenik Maier of iBLOXX Studios shared the thinking behind Stray Shot Mobile—a third-person shooter that quietly weaves in crypto through embedded wallets and in-game ownership, without overwhelming the player.
Gracy Chen on Bitget’s UNICEF partnership and blockchain education for girls
Gracy Chen joins host Bo Jablonski to discuss Bitget’s three-year partnership with UNICEF, aimed at reaching 300,000 girls with blockchain and STEAM education. Through games, hackathons, and local programs, the initiative tackles the digital gender gap head-on.
Freedom through film and crypto: Asri Bendacha’s story
Host Ann Marie McQueen sits down with Asri Bendacha, filmmaker behind Follow Me, to discuss his crypto journey and passion for financial freedom. From his first Bitcoin purchase to his new book Who Cares, Astri shares insights on long-term investing, crypto adoption in the UAE, and why he’s cautious of memecoins.
From savings to crypto: Shereen Al Qutob’s journey
Ann Marie McQueen chats with Dubai-based investor Shereen Al Qutob about moving from traditional savings to crypto. As a clarity coach and single mom, Shereen shares how she built confidence through small, consistent investments and why a long-term mindset is key to navigating the digital asset space.
Balancing risk and reward: Insights from the crypto space
Gen X journalist and crypto investor Ann Marie McQueen breaks down key lessons from leaders like Vitalik Buterin and Michael Saylor, the rise of decentralized social platforms like Nostr, and the debate around XRP’s inclusion in the US strategic reserve. Plus, practical advice on overcoming resistance and making smart investment decisions.
The highs and lows of crypto with Mike Dillard
Ann Marie McQueen sits down with entrepreneur and crypto investor Mike Dillard to discuss his journey – from losing Bitcoin in the Mt. Gox hack to buying Ethereum at $5. He shares lessons on market cycles, government influence, and why he sees Bitcoin reaching $300,000. Dillard also breaks down risk management, secure password practices, and blockchain’s growing role in finance and gaming.
From Goop to crypto: Ann Marie McQueen’s journey
Journalist Ann Marie McQueen shares how a Goop article led her into crypto, from her first $25 investment to launching her own radio show. She reflects on the challenges of navigating the space, the value of independent thinking, and the importance of discernment to avoid scams. Plus, she introduces a segment on new crypto terms, starting with Nostr.
How crypto is reshaping Africa’s economy and society
Rume Ophi, the Crypto Preacher, explains Nigeria’s crypto boom, the rise of stablecoins like USDT and CNG, and blockchain’s potential to transform real estate, voting, and healthcare across Africa.
Blockchain for good: How ValuesCo is driving real-world impact
Andrew Berkowitz reveals how blockchain, NFTs, and gamification help ValuesCo incentivize actions in climate, sustainability, and civic engagement—blending purpose with rewards.
Liberland: Winning fans from the White House to UK Parliament
Founder and President Vít Jedlička tells Justin Harper about the tiny country's pioneering use of blockchain and its long waiting list for citizenship.
‘You to the Power of Two’ coins a new form of AI
Don Tapscott, blockchain expert and author, discusses "identic AI" and how it will affect people and business in his upcoming book
Disrupting the disruptors
Firdosh Sheikh tells Justin Harper how decentralization is shaking up ride-hailing, with DRIFE offering a commission-free alternative
Snap to earn: How Japan's SNPIT is revolutionizing photography
SNPIT's Head of Global Marketing Ani M tells Justin harper how users can take part in battles with the community voting on whose photo is better
Inside Coinbase’s new crypto index and Bitcoin loans
David Duong tells Justin Harper how the exchange is making crypto investing and borrowing more accessible
'Get the reps, get the learning'
NFT expert Jayden Levitt talks with Justin Harper through his guide to getting started with NFTs for beginners
Why memecoins are a gateway for Gen Z
Longtime investor Dr Najam Kidwai explains why younger traders are embracing high-risk tokens despite their volatility
'The internet as we know it has died'
Quilibrium founder Cassie Heart tells Justin Harper how she plans to rebuild the internet from the ground up
What if crypto wallets worked like Google?
Former Binance exec Alex Chehade tells Justin Harper how ease of use could transform digital currency adoption
Breaking the chart mold
AI expert Guruprasad Venkatesha joins host Justin Harper to debunk chart myths, expose influencer clichés, and redefine smarter trading strategies
From black markets to fair play in gaming
Vanar CEO Jawad Ashraf tells Justin Harper about empowering users to trade assets, invest globally, and harness AI with new infrastructure
The new face of gaming: Earn, play, and date in web3
Mona Motwani, Ixia Capital founder, tells Justin Harper how web3 gamers are gaining new opportunities to profit, interact, and influence game development in decentralized spaces
Smart cities are coming—and they're smarter than you think
Magma CEO Matthieu Merchadou tells Bo Jablonski how AI and blockchain might soon simplify traffic, air quality, and even your morning meetings
Why are we sending metal discs into space?
Lanette Phillips tells Justin Harper how Arch Mission Foundation is preserving humanity's culture and knowledge by sending it out into space and to the bottom of dormant volcanoes
Bringing ancient artifacts into the digital age
Public Masterpiece COO Garen Mehrabian tells Bo Jablonski how technology—from thermal scans to NFTs—is transforming the way we authenticate and protect our cultural heritage
Building a city in the sea
Mitchell Suchner, co-founder of ArkPad tells Justin Harper how independent communities could soon start popping up in international waters
Crypto careers: What a crypto business developer actually does
Ali Ali tells The Crypto Radio's Karim Sami how curiosity and hands-on learning helped him transition from selling mining equipment to business development
The art of aligning money with mindfulness
Zenny Huong tells The Crypto Radio's Justin Harper how meditation and emotional balance lead to more prosperous, stress-free financial lives
Community takeover!
Bit Shamen, or Shammy, tells The Crypto Radio's Justin Harper how Dubcat's founding team ‘rug-pulled’ investors and the community ended up taking over the memecoin
'Find your niche, make it original, and add value'
The art of crypto content creation, according to advertising company VaynerX's CMO, Avery Akkineni
The crypto content you read could get a whole lot better
YouTuber Panda Boi spoke at the first-ever Crypto Content Creator Campus, which united more than 200 global creators
'We're past the point of needing to explain what crypto is'
With a huge following on X and the founder of multiple companies, Mario Nawfal talks trust and transparency with Justin Harper at the Crypto Content Creators Campus event in Dubai
Bollywood meets blockchain: RECRD's game-changing platform
RECRD founder and CEO Anoir Houmou talks to Omnia Al Desoukie about how his company is empowering creators with instant payments, real ownership, and interactive engagement across borders
'Crypto is a culture-based ecosystem'
Financial lawyer and crypto investor Rami Alame tells Henry Batrouni that memecoins are more about community and the culture around them than anything else
From Ferraris to first trades: How Bitget welcomes new crypto users
Bitget COO Vugar Usi Zade tells Justin Harper how the crypto exchange is cultivating the next wave of talent, navigating the memecoin craze, and making things simple for newcomers
Can blockchain free trapped wealth in emerging markets?
Blockchain advocate Khalid Howladar tells Omnia Al Desoukie how blockchain can unlock natural resources under the ground and how tokenization is compatible with Islamic finance
Liberland: The start-up country built on the blockchain
Liberland's founder Vít Jedlička speaks to Justin Harper about its commitment to blockchain and vision to minimize state interference in the lives of its citizens
A blueprint for the future of music
Blue's Simon Webbe and his team talk about their app and token that are set to revolutionize the relationship between artists and fans
Clean water for all: Blockchain makes it transparent
Jana JAL founder and CEO Dr Parag Agarwal tells Omnia Al Desoukie how his company is using tech to serve communities in developing countries
How do you get your grandmother to play a crypto game?
Gaming expert Paul "The Profit" Dawalibi talks to Justin Harper about the challenges of breaking through with web3 games
Rewriting the rules of the art market, one fragment at a time
CEO Alina Krot tells Bo Jablonski how 10101.art is using blockchain to make iconic works by Picasso and Dali accessible through shared ownership
Building trust in cryptocurrency for developing economies
Fasset addresses skepticism in the sector by implementing strict vetting processes and ethical frameworks for listed tokens
The rise and fall of NFTs: An artist's perspective
Multimedia artist CW Stubbs shares her journey through the evolving digital art realm
Cardano Foundation CEO: A more inclusive global economy through blockchain
Frederik Gregaard tells The Crypto Radio's Justin Harper of his aim to empower individuals and communities around the world
Tokenizing the world
It seems that you can tokenize just about anything these days, as Florian Ehrbar, the founder of OnChain Labs, explains
Xprizo founder on a mission to bank the unbanked
'I'm a millionaire once I help a million people,' says founder, Richard Mifsud
Crypto Nomads: From Bali to Dubai, globe-trotting trader talks work and travel
Crypto trader Henry Batrouni shares his life as a digital nomad in the crypto sphere
