What’s indexing this week in crypto, blockchain, and open-source AI? Find out on The Index, where we feature exclusive conversations that go beyond code. Each week, host and entrepreneur Alex Kehaya talks with founders, developers, and investors who are shaping the future of Web3. From startup advice to breakthrough strategies, our guests share their stories and take a deep dive into the decentralized future.
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The Real Raw and Honest podcast about small business ownership hosted by Kelly Bush + Kelly Metras, co-owners of BOSSY ROC, a support group for business owners. With our experience, nine businesses in over 25 years, we continue to bear it all and share what we wish we had known. We move past the must-be-nices and start getting real. Come along as we interview other business owners and get the true story. New episodes every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month. www.BossyRoc.com
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Unchained: Building the Future of Bitcoin Wealth with Joe Kelly
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What is the future of Bitcoin wealth? This week on The Index, Alex Kehaya sits down with Joe Kelly, CEO of Unchained, to explore the rise of a Bitcoin-focused financial services company built on self-sovereignty. From pioneering Bitcoin-backed loans to securing over 100,000 BTC as a full-suite wealth management platform, Kelly shares how Unchained …
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Solana, 24/7 Trading, & Internet Capital Markets with Hadley Stern, Marinade Finance
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Financial Literacy – The Power Move for Entrpreneurs
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In our season finale, we’re wrapping things up with a conversation that every business owner needs to hear — all about financial literacy. This episode ties together the insights, lessons, and empowering stories we’ve shared throughout the season, bringing it all home with a focus on what it really takes to prepare your business (and your mindset!)…
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DoubleZero: Building a Faster, Safer & Censorship-Proof Internet with Austin Federa
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What if blockchain networks could process transactions hundreds of times faster than they do today? This fundamental question led Austin Federa to leave his position at the Solana Foundation and co-found Double Zero, a revolutionary project building what might be the future of the internet itself. Austin reveals the surprising limitations of our cu…
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DATs and Building the Preeminent Solana Treasury | Cosmo Jiang, General Partner at Pantera Capital
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What happens when one of crypto’s most prestigious investment firms decides to go all-in on Solana? In this episode of The Index Podcast, host Alex Kehaya sits down with Cosmo Jiang, General Partner at Pantera Capital, to unpack their groundbreaking move into the Digital Asset Treasury (DAT) space with HSDT Helios—a $500 million Solana-focused vent…
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Prepping Your Business for the Perfect Exit with Dr. Ruth Mannschreck
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What’s your exit plan? In this episode, Dr. Ruth Mannshreck—dentist turned business strategist—gets real about building a sellable business, boosting value, and knowing when (and how) to walk away. Whether you’re years from selling or just starting out, these insights will change the way you think about your business. What’s your game plan for when…
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Optimism’s Superchain, DeFi Mullets, and Scaling Ethereum | Sam McIngvale, Head of Product at OP Labs
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What does the future of Ethereum and blockchain really look like — a few massive chains, or thousands of specialized ones working together? This week, host Alex Kehaya sits down with Sam McIngvale, Head of Product at OP Labs, to explore the evolution of Optimism from an Ethereum scaling solution into the creator of an entire ecosystem powered by th…
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Open Source, Cross-Chain Security & ZK Proofs | Marc Boiron, CEO of Polygon Labs
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The blockchain world is undergoing a fundamental shift. What once seemed possible—scaling Web3 to internet size with a single chain—is now recognized as unrealistic. The future belongs to specialized chains that excel at specific tasks while seamlessly communicating with one another. This week on The Index, host Alex Kehaya sits down with Mark Boir…
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Business Funding Made Simple: Grants, Loans & Smart Strategies with Crystal Wallace
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Episode Highlights with Crystal Wallace (CMW Services) In this episode, we dive into the world of business funding with our amazing guest, Crystal Wallace of CMW Services. Crystal keeps it real about all the different ways you can fund your business—grants, loans, equity, even self-funding—and breaks down how to think strategically instead of makin…
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AI, Deepfakes & Open Intelligence | Radha Dasari, Web3 Foundation
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What happens when a computer science PhD specializing in AI pivots to blockchain technology? For Radha Dasari, Lead Technical Advocate at the Web3 Foundation, it was a journey fueled by a mission to combat digital misinformation and bring fairness to the internet. In this eye-opening episode of The Index, host Alex Kehaya sits down with Radha to ex…
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Next-Level AI & Web3 Game Development | Dan Peng & Rick Johanson, Arbitrum Gaming Ventures
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What happens when you combine addictive gameplay with blockchain technology? According to Rick Johanson and Dan Peng, Founding Partners at Arbitrum Gaming Ventures, the answer isn't simply "add a token and hope for the best." Their refreshing approach prioritizes the core gameplay experience first, with blockchain features thoughtfully layered in o…
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Money, Family, and the Tough Conversations We Can’t Afford to Avoid
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What happens when life throws you a curveball—like an unexpected family crisis—right in the middle of running your business? In this episode, we’re digging into that exact challenge with Julie Loughlin Haers, co-founder of Breathe Capital Planning. Julie brings not only her professional expertise but also her personal experiences navigating the tri…
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AI Transparency: LayerLens & the Open Intelligence Stack | Archie Chaudhury
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What happens when we can no longer trust the performance claims of AI model creators? That’s the challenge driving LayerLens, an innovative platform bringing transparency and practical evaluation to the rapidly evolving AI landscape. In this episode, host Alex Kehaya sits down with Archie Chaudhury, Co-founder of LayerLens, to explore how blockchai…
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Transform Your Relationship with Money: Insights from a Biz Hippie
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Lets rewrite YOUR money story with Scarlett Stanhope, The Biz Hippie. Ever feel like no matter how much money you make, it never feels like enough? Or maybe you’ve been chasing financial success, thinking it’ll fix everything—but deep down, you still feel stuck? You are not alone. In this episode, we sit down with Scarlet Stanhope—aka The Biz Hippi…
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Marinade Labs: Solana Hackathon to Billion-Dollar Staking Platform | Michael Repetny, Co-Founder
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What if staking could be seamless, secure and DeFi-friendly? In this episode of The Index, host Alex Kehaya talks with Michael Repetny, Co-founder and CEO of Marinade Finance, the largest staking protocol on Solana with over $1.5 billion in crypto assets under management. Michael shares the remarkable journey behind Marinade—from a scrappy Solana h…
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Breaking Taboos: The Importance of Money Conversations in Business
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This episode delves into the critical, and often overlooked, significance of understanding and managing one's finances as a business owner. We explore fears surrounding money, particularly among female entrepreneurs, and emphasize the necessity of breaking the taboos associated with financial literacy. Throughout our discussion, we highlight the im…
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Superform Building the Future of On-Chain Wealth Management | Vikram Arun, Co-founder
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What’s stopping DeFi from going mainstream—and how can better UX, infrastructure, and automation unlock its full potential? In this episode of The Index, host Alex Kehaya talks with Vikram Arun, Co-founder of Superform, about building the future of on-chain wealth management. After managing a $100B DeFi book at BlockTower, Vikram saw a clear proble…
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DePINs, Crypto Rewards & AI Tooling | Jesse Adams, Co-founder of Uprock
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How do you build a DePIN network with 2.7M+ devices, zero CAC, and data streams optimized for AI—without draining batteries or compromising user trust? In this episode of The Index, Alex Kehaya sits down with Jesse Adams, serial entrepreneur and co-founder of Uprock, to unpack how they’re building the world’s first mobile-first DePIN for AI. Jesse’…
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Empowering Financial Conversations: Breaking Barriers for Women
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In this episode of Getting Real with Bossy, we dive into financial empowerment, particularly focusing on the pivotal role women play in financial decision-making. Abbe F. Large, managing director at Lenox Advisors, and a prominent advocate for women's financial literacy, joins us to share her insights from her extensive experience in the financial …
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Web3 Domains | Tokenizing Digital Assets with D3’s Co-founder, Michael Ho
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Ever wondered what happens to those domain names gathering digital dust in your GoDaddy account? In this episode of The Index, host Alex Kehaya sits down with Michael Ho, Co-founder of D3, to explore how blockchain technology is transforming the overlooked world of domain trading and ownership. The domain industry hasn’t changed much since the ’90s…
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Future of Crypto Wireless | Solana & Helium Mobile with Frank Mong, COO of Nova Labs
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What if you could rebuild telecom from the ground up—open, decentralized, and powered by crypto? In this episode of The Index, host Alex Kehaya chats with Frank Mong, COO of Nova Labs, the team behind Helium Mobile—the decentralized wireless network now partnering with AT&T and Telefónica. Helium started with a bold idea: replace legacy cell towers…
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Navigating Wealth: The Female Perspective on Financial Empowerment
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Let’s talk money—because it’s time we all got a little more comfortable doing just that. In this empowering episode of Getting Real with Bossy, your hosts Kelly B and Kelly M sit down with the amazing Lauri Kibbe—entrepreneur, investor, and fierce advocate for women’s financial empowerment. Lori is the managing partner of Selene Brighthouse, a real…
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SOON Stack | Build on Solana, Deploy Everywhere with CEO Joanna Zeng
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What if you could bring Solana’s speed to every major blockchain—and onboard millions of new users with zero friction? In this new episode of The Index, host Alex Kehaya welcomes back Joanna Zeng, Co-founder & CEO of SOON, for an exciting update on how her team is breaking down the walls between blockchain ecosystems and building the infrastructure…
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Inside Coinbase’s Developer Tools: X402, AI Agents, and Crypto Payments with Nemil Dalal
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The future of AI needs a new internet. Coinbase is laying the foundation. In this episode of The Index, host Alex Kehaya talks with Nemil Dalal, Head of Coinbase’s Developer Platform, about how Coinbase is building crypto-native infrastructure to power the next generation of applications, starting with autonomous AI agents. Nemil shares his backgro…
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The Voice of Not Enough: How to Quiet the Inner Critic
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This podcast episode revolves around the profound concept of self-acceptance as articulated by Barbara Burgess, author of the book "Enough." In our conversation, we delve into the pervasive feelings of inadequacy that many individuals experience, addressing how these sentiments can manifest in our daily lives. Through Barbara's insights, we explore…
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