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Making the Metaverse

067 - Angad B Sodhi: Storyteller, Artist and Curator building at the intersection of Art & Tech in Web3 September 29, 2023
Angad uses the power of art as a medium to break the taboo that mental health carries in India and globally. His art therapy sessions and workshops for corporates and blocked creative professionals increase creativity and communication skills. Shh... It's Taboo, his mental health event has enabled hundreds of people to share their mental health […]
Michael Carter
066 - Corey Kovnats - VP of Web3 and Industry 4.0 at dapphaus September 14, 2023
Corey is VP of Web3 and Industry 4.0 at dapphaus. He is an experienced entrepreneur and creative problem solver with a vast technical, managerial, and creative skillset. He's spend a lot of time focused on digital media and emerging technologies. In the past several years, Corey has helped some big brands move into new digital […]
Michael Carter
065 - Fernanda Boccard - NFT Artist August 30, 2023
Fernanda is a multidisciplinary artist based in Mexico City. She is deeply passionate about creating unique and impactful digital experiences through NFT technology. She has leveraged her expertise in storytelling, video creation, and editing to bring her vision to life. Fernanda designed, promoted and sold out her first NFT collection “Serious and Cool” as a […]
Michael Carter
064 - Evan Sitler-Bates: CEO and Co-Founder of XpertVR August 29, 2023
My guest today is Evan Sitler-Bates, co-founder of XpertVR, which is revolutionizing education and job training for something like a million users in a range of sectors and industries. He’s been in the space for several years and is passionate about making education accessible, affordable and verifiable. Connect with Evan and XpertVR here: Evan on […]
Michael Carter
063 - Sam Huber - CEO and Founder of Landvault August 24, 2023
Sam Huber is a metaverse pioneer. He is the CEO and founder of LandVault, the largest real estate company in the metaverse. With $37 million in funding, a team that includes 120 architects, designers and developers, and partnerships with brands including Mastercard, L’Oreal and Heineken, Sam is shaping the future of our digital realms. Connect […]
Michael Carter
062 - Dr. Alexander Hughes - What Learners Want in a Virtual Education Wallet June 21, 2023
Really enjoyed speaking with Dr. Alexander Hughes about his recent eCampusOntario report titled “Wallets, Passports, Portfolios, Credentials: What Learners Want in a Virtual Education Wallet.” Alex shared insights on what learners think about access, use and adoption of a virtual wallet system that stores digital educational credentials. According to Jill Dunlop, Minister of Colleges and […]
Michael Carter
061 - Adri Mukund - Designer + Artist + Teacher June 20, 2023
Adri Mukund is a designer with a passion for creating impactful and meaningful designs that leave a lasting impression. With years of experience and a proven track record of success, Adri is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of creativity and delivering visually stunning designs that inspire and captivate audiences. Adri has earned recognition as a […]
Michael Carter
060 - Costantino Roselli - Founder & Chief Metaverse Officer at NTZNS May 24, 2023
My guest today brings incredible insight and a tremendous level of passion to web3. Costantino Roselli is Founder & Chief Metaverse Officer at NTZNS and an Advisory Board Member on the Metaverse Fashion Council. He is a top brand storyteller, bestselling author, futurist and keynote speaker. He holds two masters in Digital Marketing and Leadership, […]
Michael Carter
059 - John King - Director of HigherEd Projects at VictoryXR May 10, 2023
John King has a wide range of skills and experiences that he brings to the edtech space. He took his undergraduate degree at the Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia and completed a Masters degree at the Chinese University of Hong Kong where he studied globalization, commerce and media. He has worked as […]
Michael Carter
058 - Afzal Majeed - Blockchain, Crypto and Fintech Specialist | Operations Manager, Chiliz May 2, 2023
This was a truly inspiring episode! Afzal is an experienced business leader with a background in growing businesses and managing Business operations at top global organizations such as Chiliz (Socios.com), Binance, Foodpanda, and Total Energies. He holds a master's degree in Banking and Finance, and has specialized knowledge in Blockchain Operations, Cryptocurrencies, Fintech Management, Market […]
Michael Carter
057 - Sati: A Non-Fungible Diamond in the NFT Sky February 8, 2023
My guest today is Sati, a digital artist and NFT creator with a fierce dedication to her craft. She has a life long love of graffiti, canvases and all the traditional art she can get close to. Several years ago she discovered digital art and it heavily influenced her illustration style and way of thinking. Now […]
Michael Carter
056 - Liv Erickson: Making the Metaverse Open, Accessible and Approachable for All January 31, 2023
My guest today is Liv Erickson, a true metaverse visionary. Liv jumped into the metaverse in 2014 and has not looked back. Since then Liv has worked for Microsoft, AWS and Mozilla where they are currently the team lead for Hubs. In their work at Mozilla they are leading the development of open, accessible and […]
Michael Carter
055 - Micah Imomotebegha - Bitcoin, Trust and Hope in Nigeria January 27, 2023
Micah Imomotebegha is a digital marketing specialist with a focus on web 3 and blockchain based projects. He studied information systems management in Nigeria before moving to Canada to pursue additional studies at St. Lawrence College. In the episode, Micah shares his extensive experience with and knowledge of the cryptocurrency market in Nigeria. He shares […]
Michael Carter
054 - Karan Pal: Graphic Designer; Web3 Creator; Community Builder January 21, 2023
My guest today is Karan Pal (KP). KP is a graphic designer and illustrator from India who likes to follow his curiosity towards fiction and celebrates culture through his art. His works majorly explore dramatic light followed by a colorful expression based on an Indian narrative. He firmly believes that community is the key and […]
Michael Carter
053 - Ron Bauer - Founder of Theseus Capital Ltd December 9, 2022
Ron Bauer is a venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and author, with over 20 years of experience. He is focused on FinTech, EdTech, SaaS, Gaming, VR, AR, Metaverse and Web 3.0. Ron has a track record of supporting disruptors from early-stage seed funding all the way through to IPOs, as well as SPACs. He has been a […]
Michael Carter
052 - Samuel Dahan: Law Professor; Founder and Director of the Conflict Analytics Lab December 1, 2022
Samuel Dahan is law professor at Queen’s University and is cross-appointed to Cornell Law School and Paris Dauphine Law School. A qualified lawyer and former EU official, his areas of interest include labour analytics and dispute resolution. He is the head of policy at the Deel Lab for Global Employment, a research consortium on labour […]
Michael Carter
051 - Alex Scott: Director, Borealis AI November 11, 2022
My guest today is Alex Scott. Alex is the Academic Director for the SIT Learning MMA, the Director of Group Risk Management products at Borealis AI (RBC’s AI Research Institute), and an instructor in the Analytics group at the Smith School of Business. At Borealis AI he is the product owner for all AI products […]
Michael Carter
050 - Arthur Huang, Founder and Managing Partner of the Blockchain Lab November 8, 2022
My guest today is Arthur Huang, Founder and Managing Partner of The Blockchain Lab, a national student-run community that specializes in content creation, incubation, event hostings, and cryptocurrency investments. Arthur is a recipient of the D&R Sobey Atlantic Scholarship at the Smith School of Business, Queen’s University. He is a digital asset fund analyst with […]
Michael Carter
049 - Grigory McKain, Research Associate, Cambridge University, Centre for Alternative Finance October 29, 2022
Grigory is a research associate at the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance where he runs the Regulatory Knowledge Exchange project. Before joining the CCAF he worked at various tech companies, across functions but mainly on legal and research roles. He has also previously worked in the legal and research sectors in China and Central Asia […]
Michael Carter
048 - VirtuSwap founder Evgeny Lyandres and Alexander Zaidelson Head of Data and Business October 22, 2022
Today's episode is packed! I was joined by Evgeny Lyandres, founder of VirtuSwap and Alexander Zaidelson, Head of Data and Business at VirtuSwap. We talk about #defi, liquidity, AI, security and our hopes for a brighter future powered by blockchain technologies. Evgeny is also Professor of Finance and the Head of the Blockchain Research Institute at […]
Michael Carter

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