Travel Around the Block

Joel Hanson and Mike Sung
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Your passport to the future of travel. Exploring how Web3 & AI are reshaping the way we journey, invest, and connect across the globe. Every other week, we interview visionary founders, investors, and mentors at the forefront of travel and technology. Discover real-world case studies, investment insights, and founding stories that will inspire you to rethink what's possible.

Episodes

  1. The Grapevine Effect - Transforming Corporate Travel Experiences

    FEB 19

    The Grapevine Effect - Transforming Corporate Travel Experiences

    Travel Around the Block with Jack Dow, founder and CEO of Grapevine, as he shares his journey to creating an AI-native platform that drives in-platform bookings and real-time trip support.

    54 min
  2. Powering Personalization with Nested AI

    11/24/2025

    Powering Personalization with Nested AI

    Travel Around the Block with Jeff Kischuk, co-founder and CEO of Tripian (tripian.com). In this episode, we explore how AI-powered personalization is transforming travel experiences.

    37 min
  3. Pioneering Travel's Future with Blockchain

    11/17/2025

    Pioneering Travel's Future with Blockchain

    Travel Around the Block with Pablo Castillo, CEO and CTO, Chain4Travel (https://chain4travel.com/). In this episode, we explore how AI and blockchain may have a symbiotic future in travel.

    1h 21m
  4. Inside Out: Travel Innovation through Collaboration

    11/12/2025

    Inside Out: Travel Innovation through Collaboration

    Travel Around the Block with Charlie Sullivan, Managing Director of Vacation Genie (vacationgenie.com). In this episode, we explore customer-centricity and the frontier of payment options for the travel industry.

    1h 14m
  5. Re:imagination - The Power of Experience, Insight and Adventure

    11/03/2025

    Re:imagination - The Power of Experience, Insight and Adventure

    Travel Around the Block with Karen Hutchings, co-founder and CEO of Pioneera (https://pioneera-ai.com). This episode is an inspiring look at the journey from corporate innovation to entrepreneurship and the power of bold re-imaginings at any stage.

    58 min
  6. Digital Disruption Past, Present and Future

    10/21/2025

    Digital Disruption Past, Present and Future

    Featuring Gene Quinn, founder of Tnooz and former chairman of Phocuswright, this episode is a deep dive on the lessons and learnings from a lifetime of being at the forefront of change.

    49 min
  7. Corporate Travel Innovation with Big Travel Tech

    10/21/2025

    Corporate Travel Innovation with Big Travel Tech

    Featuring Roy Golden, co-founder and CEO of Travelin.ai, this episode explores the power of design, fresh thinking and partnership.

    1h 13m
  8. The Future of Decentralized Travel Data

    10/21/2025

    The Future of Decentralized Travel Data

    Featuring Gee Mann, co-founder of TravlrID (travlrid.com), this episode explores how decentralized digital identity unlocks a future of personalized travel experiences.

    1h 11m
  • 8 Episodes

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About

Your passport to the future of travel. Exploring how Web3 & AI are reshaping the way we journey, invest, and connect across the globe. Every other week, we interview visionary founders, investors, and mentors at the forefront of travel and technology. Discover real-world case studies, investment insights, and founding stories that will inspire you to rethink what's possible.

Information

  • Creator
    Joel Hanson and Mike Sung
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Travel Around the Block
  • Show Website
    Travel Around the Block