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In our twenty-third episode, we dive into how AI is changing the way we build, learn, and work. We explore the rise of AI-powered coding and vibe coding, where developers and non-technical users can build software by communicating what they want directly to AI.

We discuss how AI coding tools are changing software development, making it faster to prototype and build products, while also raising questions about the future role of traditional programming skills.

The conversation also expands into AI-powered learning and education, exploring how AI tutors, personalized learning, and interactive tools could change the way people acquire knowledge and develop new skills. Instead of replacing learning, we discuss how AI can potentially make education more accessible, personalized, and practical.

Cohosts:

Cordell Tanny from Cordell Tanny Consulting

David Blackstone from Orchestra Labs

Giordano Bertin-Maurice from Assetra

From vibe coding and AI-assisted development to personalized education and lifelong learning, this episode explores how AI is changing not just what we build, but how we learn to build it.

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In our twenty-second episode, we explore the intersection of quantum technology, Web3, and the future of search.

We discuss how quantum computing and quantum networking could impact blockchain security, cryptography, Bitcoin, and the broader Web3 ecosystem. From the potential threat of quantum computing to the development of quantum-resistant networks, we explore how the next generation of technology could reshape decentralized systems.

We also dive into the future of search and how AI agents are changing the way people discover information, interact with digital platforms, and potentially use Web3 applications. As AI becomes a new gateway to the internet, we discuss what this could mean for crypto, digital ownership, and the future of the web.

Cohosts:

Cordell Tanny from Cordell Tanny Consulting

David Blackstone from Orchestra Labs

Giordano Bertin-Maurice from Assetra

From quantum-resistant blockchains to AI-powered search and autonomous Web3 interactions, this episode explores the technologies that could shape the next generation of the internet.

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In our twenty-first episode, we dive into the growing debate between Open Source AI and Closed AI and explore what each approach could mean for the future of artificial intelligence.

We discuss the trade-offs between accessibility, innovation, security, and control, while also looking at how AI agents are beginning to change the way companies operate. From automating repetitive work to potentially managing entire business functions, AI agents could fundamentally reshape the modern workforce and the way startups are built.

We also talk about tools like Claude Code, Claude Dispatch, and Fable, and how AI is already changing the way developers, founders, and teams build and work.

Cohosts:

Cordell Tanny from Cordell Tanny Consulting

David Blackstone from Orchestra Labs

Giordano Bertin-Maurice from Assetra

From open-source models to autonomous companies, this episode explores the future of AI, the rise of AI agents, and the technologies changing the way we work.

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In our twentieth episode, we explore how global trade fragmentation is reshaping supply chains, economic alliances, and the future of international commerce.

From geopolitical tensions and tariffs to reshoring, friend-shoring, and the race for critical resources, we discuss why global supply chains are becoming more regionalized and what this means for businesses, investors, and consumers. We also examine how emerging technologies, automation, AI, and blockchain are helping companies adapt to an increasingly complex global economy.

Cohosts:

Cordell Tanny from Cordell Tanny Consulting

David Blackstone from Orchestra Labs

Giordano Bertin-Maurice from Assetra

Whether you're following global markets, building a business, or investing for the future, this episode explores the macroeconomic forces transforming trade and the ripple effects across industries worldwide.

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In our nineteenth episode, we explore the rise of synthetic media and its growing impact on trust, communication, and decision-making in the digital age.

As AI-generated content becomes increasingly realistic, we discuss how deepfakes, synthetic voices, AI-generated images, and automated content creation are reshaping the way people consume information. We examine the opportunities these technologies create, the risks they introduce, and what individuals, businesses, and institutions can do to maintain trust in an era where seeing is no longer believing.

Cohosts:

Cordell Tanny from Cordell Tanny Consulting

David Blackstone from Orchestra Labs

Giordano Bertin-Maurice from Assetra

From content creation and social media to cybersecurity and financial markets, this episode explores how synthetic media is changing the way we interact with information and what the future of digital trust may look like.

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In our eighteenth episode, we explore one of the biggest challenges facing builders, founders, and protocols in the blockchain industry: monetization.

From token models and subscription services to transaction fees, staking mechanisms, and enterprise partnerships, we break down how Web3 companies are actually generating revenue in today's market. We discuss why many projects struggle to move beyond speculation, the importance of building sustainable business models, and what separates successful platforms from those that rely solely on token appreciation.

Cohosts:

Cordell Tanny from Cordell Tanny Consulting

David Blackstone from Orchestra Labs

Giordano Bertin-Maurice from Assetra

Whether you're building a startup, investing in digital assets, or simply curious about the future of blockchain businesses, this episode offers practical insights into what sustainable growth looks like in Web3.

Hands-on Financial Trading with Python: Build, Backtest, and Deploy Professional Trading Strategies Using a Proven End-to-End Framework
Author: Cordell L. Tanny

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0H2DF858R/

Drawing on more than 25 years of institutional trading experience, Cordell's book walks readers through the complete lifecycle of developing systematic trading strategies—from data collection and analysis to backtesting, validation, risk management, and live deployment.

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In our seventeenth episode, we dive into one of the hardest decisions founders face: knowing when to pivot and when to stay committed to the vision.

We explore the psychology behind startup decision-making, the pressure of uncertainty, and how founders balance conviction with adaptability. Along the way, we talk about the emotional and mental side of building — including founder burnout, stress, isolation, and the long-term impact that running a company can have on mindset and performance.

Cohosts:
Cordell Tanny from Cordell Tanny Consulting
David Blackstone from Orchestra Labs
Giordano Bertin-Maurice from Assetra

From strategic pivots to staying resilient during difficult periods, this episode is an honest conversation about the realities of entrepreneurship and what it takes to keep building through uncertainty.

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In our sixteenth episode, we talk about the realities of building a startup without venture capital, diving into the challenges, discipline, and mindset required to successfully bootstrap a business from the ground up.

We discuss the tradeoffs between raising outside capital and staying self-funded, the importance of capital efficiency, and how founders can focus on building sustainable businesses instead of chasing hype and valuations. From managing limited resources to maintaining long-term vision and control, we break down what it actually takes to grow without relying on investors.

Cohosts:
Cordell Tanny from Cordell Tanny Consulting
David Blackstone from Orchestra Labs
Giordano Bertin-Maurice from Assetra

From startup execution to founder resilience, this episode is a grounded conversation about building with conviction, adapting under pressure, and creating long-term value without outside funding.

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In our fifteenth episode, we dive into the rise of automation in trading, investing, and financial decision-making, exploring how algorithms and AI are rapidly transforming the way markets operate.

We break down the shift from manual trading to fully automated systems, the role of AI in removing emotion from investing, and whether machines are actually making better decisions — or just faster ones. From retail trading bots to institutional-grade strategies, we unpack the opportunities, risks, and long-term implications of letting systems manage capital.

Cohosts:
Cordell Tanny from Cordell Tanny Consulting
David Blackstone from Orchestra Labs
Giordano Bertin-Maurice from Assetra

From algorithmic execution to autonomous financial systems, this episode explores where the line between human and machine is starting to blur — and what that means for the future of investing.

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In this episode, we dive into a heated discussion on gold vs the US dollar, debating whether the world’s reserve currency is at risk of being challenged — or even replaced — by hard assets like gold.

We explore the role of the Federal Reserve, global trust in fiat systems, and the macro forces that could shift the balance of power in the financial system. Is the dollar still dominant, or are we witnessing the early stages of a transition?

Joining us for this conversation is special guest Mike Davis from Gold Coast Credit Union, bringing additional perspective from within the traditional financial system.

Cohosts:
Cordell Tanny from Cordell Tanny Consulting
David Blackstone from Orchestra Labs
Giordano Bertin-Maurice from Assetra

From monetary history to modern-day macro pressures, this episode breaks down one of the most important debates in global finance today.

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