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The Brave Technologist

Brave Software
Artificial Intelligence
Taylor Swift
Machine Learning
Data Privacy
Generative AI
Blockchain
Scams
Deepfakes
Self-Driving Trucks
Safety Regulations
Natural Language Processing
AI Safety
AI Ethics
Autonomous Vehicles
Supply Chain Challenges
Privacy-Preserving AI
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Impersonation
Social Media Platforms
AI Act

Technology is reshaping society—but how are users included in the conversation? The Brave Technologist explores how emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and Web3 are influencing our lives, our choices, and our collective future. Unlike many tech podcasts that focus on hype and disruption, this show puts users at the center of the conversation. Each episode features... more

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Elise Neel, Global Head of Strategy & Strategic Partnerships at Panasonic Go, shares lessons from leading innovation within large legacy companies and the cultural challenges of driving transformation. She explains how organizations should rethink AI... more

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Bri Teresi, host of 'Free The Money' and a prominent crypto influencer, shares the biggest misunderstandings about cryptocurrency in mainstream media and consumer behavior, along with the biggest challenges faced by content creators today. Topics inc... more

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Maggie Love, Founder and CEO of SheFi, discusses the critical role of the community in managing decentralized spaces and making crypto accessible and relatable for all. She delves into the importance of building technology that works for everyone (no... more

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Manoj Saxena, Founder and CEO of Trustwise, explains why agentic AI represents a major shift inside organizations: from AI as a tool to AI as an active participant. He addresses the operational challenges that organizations face today, including AI-t... more

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Bri Teresi
Host of Free The Money, model and golf influencer focused on crypto and personal liberty
Free The Money
Episode: Bri Teresi: Digital Sovereignty and Protecting Creator Freedom
Maggie Love
Educator, entrepreneur and founder of SheFi
SheFi
Episode: How SheFi is Onboarding More Women into Web3
Manoj Saxena
Founder, CEO, and chairman of Trustwise, an AI safety company focused on securing AI systems.
Trustwise
Episode: AI That Acts: How Autonomous Agents Are Rewriting Org Charts
Kapil Gupta
Senior Director at Cigna Group working on their Generative AI Project
Cigna Group
Episode: When AI and Enterprise Tech Feel Like Magic [Live from AI Summit]
Evin McMullen
CEO and co-founder of Billions Network
Billions Network
Episode: Accountability Requires Identity: AI Agents & the Future of Digital Trust
Arjun Khemani
Author, podcaster, and memetic warlord
Zcash
Episode: Zcash and the Fight for Privacy in the Digital Age
Thorsten Jaeckel
Representative from 0x and Matcha involved in DeFi discussions
0x and Matcha
Episode: Live From Rare Evo: What's Stopping DeFi from Going Mainstream?
Sean Hehir
CEO of BrainChip, company behind Akida, the first neuromorphic AI processor
BrainChip
Episode: BrainChip: Bringing Brain-Inspired AI to Everyday Devices
Andrew Pelekis
CEO of Claynosaurz, known for the Nobody Sausage project
Claynosaurz
Episode: Nobody Sausage & Claynosaurz: Reaching Millions Through Frictionless Digital Collectibles

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Luke
Host of The Brave Technologist

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 154 ratings
  • Great Interview with John Kiriaku

    I appreciated the interview with John Kiriakou. I am a member of his Substack and a fan of his efforts to bring accountability to our government. I felt like Luke asked good questions about security.

    I’m going to download the Brave Browser.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sholbk
    United States9 months ago
  • Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BGeegpay
    United States10 months ago
  • Blockchain and CBDCs

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    How do you foresee Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and blockchain technology shaping the financial landscape in India, especially in terms of regulatory frameworks and integration into various economic sectors?

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    5
    Neo8910
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Listen

    Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Namiko22134
    Canada2 years ago
  • Bingeable

    Came for the technologist series and discovered the marketing series. Both are bingeable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Former Username
    United States2 years ago

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This show gives actionable insights for marketers and technologists alike.
Guests bring deep expertise without hype.
Episodes consistently explore user impact and privacy.

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When AI and Enterprise Tech Feel Like Magic [Live from AI Summit]
Q: What are some of the biggest challenges that organizations face when integrating generative and eugenic AI?
Common problems include legacy systems that are not prepared for integration with new technologies and disconnected data across different systems.
Is Digital Money Becoming a Surveillance Tool? [LIVE From AI Summit]
Q: What does the future look like if we don't create privacy-preserving digital money?
It looks like frictionless authoritarianism, where every transaction is traceable and financial decisions are influenced by extensive surveillance.
Is Digital Money Becoming a Surveillance Tool? [LIVE From AI Summit]
Q: What cryptographic capability are you most excited about right now that can meaningfully shift how people experience financial privacy?
Selective disclosure and zero-knowledge proofs, which can enhance privacy while still allowing necessary compliance, are promising technologies.
Is Digital Money Becoming a Surveillance Tool? [LIVE From AI Summit]
Q: What surprised you most about the gap between how policymakers think about digital money and how technologists think about it?
Technologists focus on capabilities while policymakers focus on liabilities, creating a gap in understanding of the technology and the social contract that underpins money.
Is Digital Money Becoming a Surveillance Tool? [LIVE From AI Summit]
Q: How did working on legislation help shape your understanding of what digital money should protect and what it shouldn't?
During the time that we worked on Stable Act, we noticed a large transition from cash to digital payments, highlighting the need for regulation of stable coins to protect consumers and ensure stability.

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This show centers on how technology affects users, focusing on privacy, AI, crypto, digital rights, and responsible innovation. Episodes feature technologists, founders, policymakers, and researchers who discuss transparency, accountability, and public-good considerations in emerging tech, with practical takeaways for listeners and brands seeking to understand user-centric tech trends. Notable threads include privacy-preserving tools, Web3 education and inclusion, enterprise AI adoption, and the evolving interplay between regulation, identity, and digital ecosystems. A standout quality is its consistent emphasis on real-world user impact and ethical tech development, making it valuable for listeners who want thoughtful, practical perspectiv... more

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2. Maggie Love
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