Danish Chaudhry brings his unique perspective from BlackRock to blockchain in this candid conversation about the evolution of crypto and what it takes to survive its brutal cycles. From buying Bitcoin on eBay at 60 cents to managing a $34 billion daily volume exchange that crashed 95% overnight during the FTX collapse, Danish shares the unfiltered reality of building in Web3. As co-founder and GP of Paper Ventures, he reveals what separates the 7% of crypto startups that survive from the 93% that vanish—and why discipline matters more than genius. Key insights from this episode: • Why Danish left portfolio management at BlackRock for the Wild West of early crypto • The brutal truth about recovering from a 95% business collapse in days • What founders desperately need but rarely have (hint: it's not money) • Why most blockchain applications will be invisible to users by 2040 • The controversial changes Danish would make as Barbados PM for a day • How small nations can leapfrog traditional systems using crypto infrastructure Danish doesn't sugarcoat the journey—from trying to buy Bitcoin for Silk Road in 2011 to building remittance apps and exchanges through multiple market crashes. He shares why ADHD might be an advantage in crypto, what really happened when FTX imploded, and why taking risks early beats waiting for the "perfect" moment. This conversation goes beyond price predictions and hype cycles to explore what actually builds lasting value in Web3. Whether you're a founder, investor, or simply crypto-curious, Danish's battle-tested wisdom offers a masterclass in navigating uncertainty while keeping your eyes on the horizon. Recorded at Token 2049 Dubai, where the conference now takes over entire cities instead of the small rooms Danish remembers from crypto's early days.

From 20,000 Patient job to Building a Healthcare Revolution Dr. Emma Dash didn't just witness Barbados's health crisis—she lived it, treating 40 patients a day, seven days a week, until her body forced her to stop. In this deeply personal conversation with her sister Lily, Emma reveals how a childhood spent sailing taught her that sometimes you must choose your hard: the pain in your legs and abs of hiking out or the certainty of losing if you capsize. After graduating at the top of her medical class and earning Intern of the Year, Emma spent nine years in the trenches of primary care, watching 35-year-olds develop heart failure from untreated hypertension. When COVID hit and she couldn't escape to reset, she worked until she hit a wall—not from the patients, but from abandoning herself. A chance encounter in Rwanda sparked Live Well, her chain of affordable clinics charging just $15 USD per visit (when others charge $60-100). But this isn't just about accessible healthcare—it's about making people feel seen in a world moving too fast to notice. Emma shares why much chronic illness stems from emotional distress, how shame operates as the lowest form of consciousness, and why healing trauma matters as much as treating symptoms. The conversation takes unexpected turns through childhood trauma, the revolutionary 10,000 Steps Challenge that got families moving together, and Emma's vision for preventative care that could save billions while transforming lives. She doesn't shy away from hard truths: one in three Caribbean girls face sexual abuse, autoimmune diseases disproportionately affect women who suppress their feelings, and most people live in perpetual fight-or-flight mode. This isn't a victory lap—Emma speaks from within her healing journey, not at its end. She discusses somatic healing, Kundalini activation, and why speaking your trauma aloud to someone safe marks the beginning of true recovery. Her dream? A healthcare system that's human-first, not transactional, where meditation starts at age four and prevention replaces crisis management. Recorded as siblings reunite to discuss service, sacrifice, and why sometimes the most powerful medicine is simply being heard.

From Music NFTs to Revolutionizing Travel Rewards: The Decade-Long Journey to Bookit.com Linda's story isn't just about building in crypto—it's about feeling the subtle shifts in the wind and knowing exactly when to tack. In this conversation with Lily Dash, recorded at Token 2049 Dubai, Linda traces his journey from trying to buy Bitcoin on eBay in 2011 to launching Bookit.com, a platform where you can book a $10,000 luxury resort stay and get $1,500 back in blockchain-backed rewards. The path wasn't linear. After tracking down Bill Tai's kitesurfing crew (because "kitesurfing is the new golf for entrepreneurs"), Linda spent a decade building bridges between traditional brands and Web3. He shares how Warner Music Group became their first major partner in 2019—a full year of legal negotiations before NFTs were even a thing. When the NFT wave hit, they were ready, onboarding millions who'd never touched blockchain before through music collectibles. But Lin saw beyond the hype. While NFT prices crashed, he noticed what really mattered: people craved community and experiences, not JPEGs. This insight led to partnerships with American Express, bringing blockchain-powered experiences to traditional rewards programs without users ever knowing crypto was involved. Now, with regulatory clarity post-election and stablecoins gaining legitimacy, Lins team worked "like a Chinese internet company" to build Bookit.com—aggregating 2 million merchants worldwide where you can pay with 3,000 different cryptocurrencies or credit cards. The economics are revolutionary: merchants pay 0.75% instead of 3.5% in fees, enabling 10-30% rewards back to consumers versus the typical 1-2%. Lin doesn't sugarcoat the entrepreneur's journey: "It's the worst job ever. You could be high one day and the next day about to go out of business." He credits the ACTAI community with 95% of his company's successes, emphasizing how innovation doesn't happen in isolation. This isn't about price predictions or moon shots—it's about making blockchain invisible while delivering tangible value. As Lin puts it, his mom will finally benefit from blockchain technology without ever needing to understand what blockchain is. The future of commerce isn't about choosing between traditional and crypto—it's about building the bridges that make both work seamlessly together.