The Crypto Radio - Chain Breakers

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Andrew Berkowitz reveals how blockchain, NFTs, and gamification help ValuesCo incentivize actions in climate, sustainability, and civic engagement—blending purpose with rewards.

Founder and President Vít Jedlička tells Justin Harper about the tiny country's pioneering use of blockchain and its long waiting list for citizenship.

Don Tapscott, blockchain expert and author, discusses "identic AI" and how it will affect people and business in his upcoming book.

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

Firdosh Sheikh tells Justin Harper how decentralization is shaking up ride-hailing, with DRIFE offering a commission-free alternative.

David Duong explains how the exchange is making crypto investing and borrowing more accessible.

NFT expert Jayden Levitt talks with Justin Harper through his guide to getting started with NFTs for beginners

A longtime investor explains why younger traders are embracing high-risk tokens despite their volatility

AI expert Guruprasad Venkatesha joins host Justin Harper to debunk chart myths, expose influencer clichés, and redefine smarter trading strategies

Former Binance exec says ease of use could transform digital currency adoption

Cassie Heart’s platform wants to rebuild the internet from the ground up

It seems that you can tokenize just about anything these days, as Florian Ehrbar, the founder of OnChain Labs, explains

Frederik Gregaard tells The Crypto Radio his aim is to empower individuals and communities around the world

With $10 million in education funds, crypto exchange is cultivating the next wave of talent

With a huge following on X and the founder of multiple companies, Mario Nawfal talks trust and transparency

YouTuber Panda Boi spoke at the first-ever Crypto Content Creator Campus, which united more than 200 global creators

The art of crypto content creation, according to VaynerX CMO

Zenny Huong tells The Crypto Radio how meditation and emotional balance lead to more prosperous, stress-free financial lives

AI and blockchain might soon simplify traffic, air quality, and even your morning meetings

In a The Crypto Radio exclusive, artist CW Stubbs shares her journey through the evolving digital art space

How 10101.art is using blockchain to make iconic works by Picasso and Dali accessible through shared ownership

We are still waiting for a breakthrough web3 game that is fun to play and earns crypto, says Paul 'The Profit' Dawalibi

Simon Webbe's project connects artists and fans using the blockchain

Memecoins are more about community and the culture around them than anything else.

Empowering creators with instant payments, real ownership, and interactive engagement across borders

Players are gaining new opportunities to profit, interact, and influence game development in decentralized spaces

Vanar empowers users to trade assets, invest globally, and harness AI with new infrastructure

The micro-nation is gaining a reputation for its sandy beaches and commitment to freedom and technology

Shammy, the leader of the DUBCAT meme coin community, discussed about the concept of a community takeover (CTO) in crypto. DUBCAT was launched six months ago, starting from a $30,000 market cap, which rose to $9.5 million before stabilizing at $4.55 million. Shammy emphasizes the importance of community involvement and education, noting that only five initial investors made a profit. He advises new investors to understand the fundamentals and be patient, highlighting the risks and rewards of meme coins. DUBCAT aims to build a cult community with events and long-term sustainability, contrasting with traditional cabal-led projects.

Gareth Lewis, VP of Partnerships and Enterprise at Fasset, discussed the platform's mission to make digital asset investment accessible in developing countries. Fasset, a global digital asset exchange, focuses on regulation and compliance, boasting the largest consolidated portfolio of regulatory approvals in the emerging market space. It offers a wide range of virtual assets, including tokenized real-world assets, and is Sharia-compliant. Fasset aims to empower 2 billion people in emerging markets by 2030, creating 30 new real-world asset owners and providing educational resources to enhance financial literacy. The platform is also launching an Ethereum layer two chain called IOWN to facilitate decentralized real-world asset distribution.

Dr. Parag Agarwal, founder and CEO of JanaJal, discussed the organization's mission to provide safe drinking water to underserved communities. Over 11 years, JanaJal has distributed over 200 million liters of water and collected nearly a billion data points. Blockchain and tokenization are integral to their strategy, ensuring transparency and traceability of water from source to consumption. The tech platform, which received a patent from the Government of India, monitors water quality and distribution. Agarwal emphasized the importance of decentralized water delivery to empower women and optimize existing water infrastructure, aiming to harness spare capacity and improve efficiency.

Khalid Howladar, a former Moody's executive, transitioned into crypto investing after reading "The Bitcoin Standard" and investing in a DeFi startup. He now focuses on DeFi, blockchain, and Web 3.0 startups. Howladar discusses the potential of tokenization in Islamic finance, particularly in commodity-rich African and Gulf countries, to enhance transparency and accountability. He emphasizes the importance of self-custody wallets like Marhaba DeFi for control and security. Howladar argues that crypto, if regulated properly, can offer significant investment opportunities, especially for Gen Z. He advocates a cautious, balanced approach to crypto investing.

Ali Ali tells The Crypto Radio how curiosity and hands-on learning helped him transition from selling mining equipment to business development.

Mitchell Suchner, founder of ArkPad, discussed the concept of seasteading, which involves building floating structures in international waters to host independent communities. ArkPad has already built a single seastead near Boracay, Philippines, and is constructing a 16-house Reef Resort on Samal Island. These seasteads are designed to be durable, low-maintenance, and self-sufficient, with potential applications in tourism and special economic zones. ArkPad's marketplace, Stead, tokenizes marine assets for crowdfunding, offering a stable investment option. Suchner emphasized the regulatory flexibility and potential for blockchain integration in these autonomous communities.

Lanette Phillips discussed with The Crypto Radio how Arch Mission Foundation is preserving humanity's culture and knowledge by sending it out into space and to the bottom of dormant volcanoes.

Garen Mehrabian, COO of Public Masterpiece, discussed their mission to merge the physical and digital worlds using blockchain technology. They highlighted their project to tokenize artifacts, starting with Egypt, using NFTs to secure extensive data like thermal scans and 3D scans. This system allows for transparent, secure transactions and access to information without travel. They also discussed tokenizing art, including a $3 million gold and silk scarf, and the potential for fractional ownership. The conversation emphasized the benefits of blockchain in enhancing transparency, security, and value in the art market.

Richard Mifsud, Chief Vision Officer of Xprizo, discussed the company's mission to financially include underserved communities in emerging markets. Xprizo integrates local financial ecosystems, offering a wallet solution that supports both fiat currencies and cryptocurrencies. The platform, which started in Kenya, aims to reduce remittance fees to as low as one cent per transaction and educate users on financial services. Mifsud emphasized the importance of geofencing to comply with local regulations and the potential for future products like debit cards and microfinance services. He highlighted the company's expansion plans to seven countries by year-end and its goal to help a million people financially.