Boston Blockchain - Voices of Boston Blockchain Week 2025

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Voices of Blockchain is the official podcast of Boston Blockchain Week, where disruptors and innovators in blockchain, Web3, and AI share their stories and game-changing ideas. From DeFi and NFTs to DAOs and the future of AI-powered blockchain, we dive deep into what’s next—and what’s real. Get hyped for Boston Blockchain Week—grab your tickets now at bostonblockchainweek.com and follow @blockchainwk on Twitter for all the latest.

  1. Pitch Pressure Power: Blockchain Founder Freedom with Manuel Rinaldi

    10/27/2025

    Pitch Pressure Power: Blockchain Founder Freedom with Manuel Rinaldi

    Manuel Rinaldi, Director of QUBIC Labs shares his startup path from Italy to Silicon Valley and QUBIC Labs’ accelerator for bootstrapped founders. We explore pitch competition pressure tests, AI’s blockchain role, conversational vs. interview formats, and building traction without heavy funding. Manuel discusses Naples’ crypto scene and venture advice.Whether you’re a founder, accelerator fan, or bootstrap believer, this episode unlocks startup success.🎟️Check out bostonblockchainweek.com for more on what took place at Boston Blockchain Week 2025.🌐Learn more about QUBIC Labs: qubiclabs.com🌐Presented by: Boston Blockchain WeekReady to pressure-test your pitch? This one’s for you.📌Subscribe and leave a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to stay ahead with more blockchain insights from Boston Blockchain Week! CREDITS:Produced by: China Shop Productions https://www.chinashopproductions.com/ Music - "Loopster" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    29 min
  2. From Grain to Gain: Blockchain's Real Utility with Constantin Kogan

    10/24/2025

    From Grain to Gain: Blockchain's Real Utility with Constantin Kogan

    Constantin Kogan, crypto pioneer from Ukraine, shares his2012 Bitcoin start on BTC-E and commodity trading roots. We dive into physical grain to blockchain, supply chain tokenization, stablecoins in emerging markets, NASDAQ’s ATS for asset tokenization, and crypto’s future. Constantin offers venture lessons and invites collabs.Whether you’re a trader, tokenization fan, or crypto historian, this episode unlocks blockchain’s practical power.🎟️Check out bostonblockchainweek.com for more on what took place at Boston Blockchain Week 2025.🌐Learn more about Constantin: ckogan.com🔗Connect with Constantin: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/constantin-kogan|X: https://twitter.com/constkogan🌐Presented by: Boston Blockchain WeekReady to token your trade? This one’s for you.📌Subscribe and leave a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to stay ahead with more blockchain insights from Boston Blockchain Week! CREDITS:Produced by: China Shop Productions https://www.chinashopproductions.com/Music - "Loopster" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    37 min
  3. Stablecoin Stories: Crypto's Global Glow with Amira Valliani

    10/20/2025

    Stablecoin Stories: Crypto's Global Glow with Amira Valliani

    Amira Valliani, member of the Solana Foundation Growth team, shares her crypto journey from 2017 community-owned ideas to selling a podcast startup in 2021. We explore Solana’s DeFi and NFT boom, stablecoins’ role in emerging markets like Argentina, and blockchain’s remittance edge for affordability. Amira highlights Boston’s tech legacy and thanks Ian for fostering the ecosystem.Whether you’re a crypto newbie, DeFi fan, or stablecoin strategist, this episode unlocks blockchain’s real-world power.🎟️Check out bostonblockchainweek.com for more on what took place at Boston Blockchain Week 2025.🌐Learn more about Solana: solana.com🌐Presented by: Boston Blockchain WeekReady to stable your crypto game? This one’s for you.📌Subscribe and leave a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to stay ahead with more blockchain insights from Boston Blockchain Week! CREDITS:Produced by: China Shop Productions https://www.chinashopproductions.com/Music - "Loopster" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    27 min
  4. Blockchain's Real Deal: AI Crypto Fusion with Hovanes Gavlakian

    10/17/2025

    Blockchain's Real Deal: AI Crypto Fusion with Hovanes Gavlakian

    Hovanes Gavlakian from QuickNode shares his stormy first Boston Blockchain Week encounter and blockchain’s shift from hype to utility. From supply chain transparency to NFT authenticity, he explores AI’s role in crypto, stablecoins’ future for connected data, and why not all tech needs blockchain. Hovanes offers startup advice and invites superpowers for collabs.Whether you’re a crypto builder, AI enthusiast, or use case hunter, this episode unlocks blockchain’s practical power. 🎟️Check out bostonblockchainweek.com for more on what took place at BostonBlockchain Week 2025.🌐Learn more about QuickNode: quicknode.com🔗Connect with Hovanes: Telegram @web3hove 🌐Presented by: Boston Blockchain Week Ready to fuse AI and crypto? This one’s for you.📌Subscribe and leave a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to stay ahead with more blockchain insights from Boston Blockchain Week! CREDITS:Produced by: China Shop Productions https://www.chinashopproductions.com/Music - "Loopster" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    23 min
  5. Bootstrap Battles: Startup Pressure Test with Sergey Khusnetdinov

    10/13/2025

    Bootstrap Battles: Startup Pressure Test with Sergey Khusnetdinov

    Sergey Khusnetdinov, founder of Gain Ventures, shares his approach to funding bootstrapped startups with resources over equity. From pitch competitions designed to test founders under pressure to lessons from five ventures, Sergey explores why VC dependency can break teams, Gain’s “gain of function” philosophy, and Airbnb house bonding for portfolio companies. He discusses exiting a healthcare startup and spotting winners early.Whether you’re a founder, investor, or bootstrap fan, this episode redefines startup success. 🎟️Check out bostonblockchainweek.com for more on what took place at BostonBlockchain Week 2025. 🌐Learn more about Gain Ventures: gain.ventures🌐Presented by: Boston Blockchain Week Ready to bootstrap your way? This one’s for you. 📌Subscribe and leave a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to stay ahead with more blockchain insights from Boston Blockchain Week! CREDITS:Produced by: China Shop Productions https://www.chinashopproductions.com/ Music - "Loopster" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed underCreative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    48 min
  6. AI Crypto Queries: Blockchain's Data Deep Dive with Kyle Fugere

    10/10/2025

    AI Crypto Queries: Blockchain's Data Deep Dive with Kyle Fugere

    Kyle Fugere, founder of Flipside Crypto, shares his path from Dunnhumby’s VC fund to blockchain analytics. From spotting stablecoins’ retail disruption in 2014 to Flipside’s AI tools for querying on-chain data, Kyle explores verifiable crypto insights, AI prompts for beginners, and Boston’s early crypto roots. He discusses payment margins at risk and Flipside’s generous free tier.Whether you’re a data geek, VC vet, or crypto newbie, this episode unlocks blockchain’s analytical power.🎟️Check out bostonblockchainweek.com for more on what took place at Boston Blockchain Week 2025.🌐Learn more about Flipside Crypto: flipsidecrypto.com🔗Try Flipside Chat: flipside.chat🌐Presented by: Boston Blockchain WeekReady to query the chain? This one’s for you.📌Subscribe and leave a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to stay ahead with more blockchain insights from Boston Blockchain Week! CREDITS:Produced by: China Shop Productions https://www.chinashopproductions.com/Music - "Loopster" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    28 min
  7. Event Magic: Blockchain's Social Glow with Lauren Wixom

    10/06/2025

    Event Magic: Blockchain's Social Glow with Lauren Wixom

    Lauren Wixom, the face of Boston Blockchain Week, shares her shift from Facebook’s “content police” to crafting AI-driven TikToks and posts for crypto events. From Decentral’s post-COVID hype to Boston Blockchain Week’s grassroots vibe, Lauren explores AI’s role in social media, event production, and building inclusive crypto communities. She offers tips for next year’s attendees and teases future collabs.Whether you’re a marketer, Web3 fan, or event planner, this episode sparks blockchain’s social fire.🎟️ Check out bostonblockchainweek.com for more on what took place at Boston Blockchain Week 2025.🌐 Explore Boston Blockchain Week:bostonblockchainweek.com🌐 Presented by: Boston Blockchain WeekReady to amplify your crypto vibe? This one’s for you.📌 Subscribe and leave a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to stay ahead with more blockchain insights from BostonBlockchain Week! CREDITS:Produced by: China Shop Productions https://www.chinashopproductions.com/Music - "Loopster" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    26 min
  8. AI Money Magic: Blockchain's Global Bridge with Adam Swartzbaugh

    10/03/2025

    AI Money Magic: Blockchain's Global Bridge with Adam Swartzbaugh

    Adam Swartzbaugh, founder of Almond Fintech, shares his mission to make global money movement accessible and affordable using AI and blockchain. From emerging markets in Southeast Asia to reducing remittance costs, Adam explores crypto bridges, stablecoins, AI routing for precision, and why blockchain outpaces traditional finance. He discusses Almond’s success and the variables impacting market dynamics.Whether you’re in fintech, remittances, or crypto, this episode unlocks efficient global finance.🎟️Check out bostonblockchainweek.com for more on what took place at Boston Blockchain Week 2025.🌐Learn more about Almond Fintech: almondfintech.com🔗Contact Adam: adam@almondfintech.com🌐Presented by: Boston Blockchain WeekReady to bridge your money? This one’s for you.📌Subscribe and leave a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to stay ahead with more blockchain insights from Boston Blockchain Week! CREDITS:Produced by: China Shop Productions https://www.chinashopproductions.com/Music - "Loopster" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    30 min
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Voices of Blockchain is the official podcast of Boston Blockchain Week, where disruptors and innovators in blockchain, Web3, and AI share their stories and game-changing ideas. From DeFi and NFTs to DAOs and the future of AI-powered blockchain, we dive deep into what’s next—and what’s real. Get hyped for Boston Blockchain Week—grab your tickets now at bostonblockchainweek.com and follow @blockchainwk on Twitter for all the latest.

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