Azizi Podcast

In this episode of Azizi Podcast, host Samir Azizi sits down with Chao, founder of Paradise Markets, during the Solana Builder Station / Vibe Station in Toronto. Chao shares the idea behind Paradise Markets: bringing unusual, hard-to-track, and traditionally inaccessible market indexes on-chain. The conversation explores how decentralized infrastructure, prediction markets, and Solana-based tools...

Samir Azizi sits down with Wilson Wu, founder of GeoCompanion, to talk about how discovery is shifting from traditional Google search to AI-generated answers on platforms like ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity. Wilson explains the problem GeoCompanion is trying to solve: helping businesses understand whether their brand is visible when users ask AI tools for recommendations, products, services, or i...

In this episode of the Azizi Podcast, host Samir Azizi sits down with Canadian stand-up comedian and viral creator Matthew Puzhitsky for a raw, hilarious, and thought-provoking conversation about comedy, culture, and the future of humanity in the age of AI. Matthew shares how he went from making short sketches online to selling out shows across Canada — all while defining what it means to be a mod...

In this Azizi Podcast, Samir Azizi chats with Husnain — a core member of Toronto DAO and founder of a stealth startup. We caught up at Solana Startup Village in Toronto, hosted by Superteam, to talk about building in Web3, leadership, and what makes Toronto DAO events stand out in Canada’s crypto scene. In this conversation, Husnain shares:  • His experience building a stealth startup focused on W...

In this episode of the Azizi Podcast, Samir Azizi sits down with Semo (@semosolciety), the co-founder of Solciety — a metaverse and social layer being built on Solana. Based in Montreal, Semo is on a mission to create Solana’s “town square” — a unified, social-first metaverse where communities, dApps, and users come together in one seamless experience. Think Roblox meets Web3, but fully integrated...

In this episode of the Azizi Podcast, Samir Azizi sits down with Nabu (@nabu_lines), the dynamic force behind external partnerships, community, and KOLs at Ledger. From building one of Iran’s first Groupon-style startups and selling it for $1M, to surviving the highs and lows of NFT launches, to becoming a respected voice in Web3, Nabu’s journey is anything but ordinary. We dive deep into:  • How...

In this episode of the Azizi Podcast, host Samir Azizi is joined by developer Kirill Spitsyn to explore the development journey behind Bespoke Beaver — a fun and functional AI-powered app created by the Toronto DAO team. This tool scrapes your Twitter persona and recommends 5 tailored locations in Toronto based on your online traits, using Exa and ChatGPT. 🔍 In this episode: - Exa vs ChatGPT – pe...

Web3 is coming for the music industry, and CTO Tobi Akinwumi is on the front line. In this candid sit-down with host Samir Azizi, the HIO Music CTO explains how his Solana-based streaming service routes 100 % of every subscription dollar straight to the artists you actually listen to, no middle-men and no hidden pools. Tobi breaks down the invisible-wallet tech that hides the crypto complexity fro...

Join host Samir Azizi at the heart of Toronto’s booming Web3 scene as he visits the Solana Startup Village, hosted by Superteam Canada. In this vibrant episode, Samir sits down with Fibonacci to uncover how a scrappy team pulled together an epic 16-day build station packed with hackathons, live workshops, and community vibes—all just before the Consensus conference. From last-minute venue changes...

Can your mind be hacked? In this gripping episode of the Azizi Podcast, Samir Azizi sits down with cybersecurity veteran John Caballero – an expert with over two decades of experience securing IT/OT infrastructures and educating Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and even the Department of Defense. This conversation goes beyond firewalls and phishing—it dives deep into the human factor an...

I set down with Ruth Aliu - cybersecurity expert, tech consultant, and fellow board member at Cyber Security Global Alliance (CSGA). Ruth shares her powerful journey from Nigeria to Canada, her transition from IT support to cybersecurity specialization, and how small businesses can protect themselves in today's digital world.  We dive deep into: Ruth's immigration story  How she built her career i...

In this inspiring episode, Samir Azizi welcomes Sabine MacDonald, a globetrotting professional and the Founder & CEO of Nexa Avenue, a Toronto-based consultancy helping impact-driven leaders thrive across cultures. Sabine shares her personal journey—from growing up in Germany to living and working in seven countries, ultimately landing in Canada. She opens up about the challenges of adapting t...

In this powerful follow-up conversation, Samir Azizi sits down once again with Mori Zihayat, core contributor at Heisenberg Network, to unpack the inner workings of Heisenberg’s tokenomics and contributor economy. They explore how contributors can earn rewards by offering up idle CPU power, how blockchain ensures fairness and transparency in decentralized AI, and why Heisenberg's mission goes far...

In this episode of the Azizi Podcast, Samir Azizi sits down with Dr. Mehdi Kargar, co-founder of Heisenberg Network, to dive deep into the most overlooked problem in AI today: AI-ready data. You’ll learn: Why 80% of AI projects are failing—and what Heisenberg is doing about it How Data Agents transform raw, messy data into structured, contextual intelligence Why CPUs, not GPUs, are the real heroes...

In this episode of the Azizi Podcast, host Samir Azizi sits down with Mori Zihayat, a core contributor to Heisenberg Network (Heisenberg.so). They dive deep into the world of AI, decentralization, and the future of compute, covering topics like: - Mori’s journey into AI, blockchain, and decentralized computing - The problems facing AI projects today and why many struggle - How AI depends on struct...

In this episode of the Azizi Podcast, Samir Azizi welcomes Mike McFarthing, Chief Commercial Officer at Terranova Aerospace and a globally experienced innovation specialist. Known for his expertise in turning big ideas into commercial successes, Mike dives deep into strategies for overcoming objections, building impactful brands, and leading with conviction in challenging environments. Mike shares...

In this episode of Azizi Podcast, host Samir Azizi welcomes Daniyar Abenov, co-founder of Postureletics, an innovative app that uses computer vision to improve posture and eliminate back and joint pain. Daniyar shares his inspiring journey from battling chronic back pain to becoming a global posture alignment specialist and tech entrepreneur. 💡 About Postureletics Postureletics helps users identi...

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/czc4gCk2VtU In this episode of Azizi Podcast, host Samir Azizi interviews James Castle, a multi-talented entrepreneur and thought leader in the fields of cybersecurity, defense technology, and drone innovation. James is the CEO and Founder of Cyber Security Global Alliance (CSGA), President and Co-Founder of CSR5 Global Incorporated, and CEO of Terranova Defense...

Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/lQPHSJrvGCA In this episode of Azizi Podcast, host Samir Azizi sits down with Julien Brault, founder of Hardbacon, to discuss the turbulent journey of launching a fintech startup and the challenges that ultimately led to the company's bankruptcy. Julien shares his candid reflections on the rise and fall of Hardbacon, a financial app that once served 400,000 Canad...

Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/qZBr4UNjA74 In this episode of Azizi Podcast, host Samir Azizi sits down with Noak Lindqvist, a tech strategist and the architect behind T-Coin, a community cryptocurrency initiative in Toronto. Noak shares his journey from being a non-technical consultant to diving into coding and AI, including his thoughts on leveraging tools like GitHub Copilot to enhance deve...

In this episode of the Azizi Podcast, host Samir Azizi welcomes Andrey Chabanov, the co-founder of Trustek, a pioneering company offering crypto infrastructure as a service. Join Samir and Andrey as they explore Andrey’s remarkable journey to becoming a leading entrepreneur in the tech and crypto industry. They delve into Andrey's early ventures, his pivotal role at iTrustCapital, and his insights...

In this episode, host Samir Azizi sits down with the incredibly talented Joelle Alexandria, a passionate journalist and podcaster, to discuss her journey and insights. Joelle delves into her podcast "A Future for Us," where she combines audio journalism and storytelling with a focus on environmental and social issues. Joelle opens up about her transition from traditional journalism to independent...

In this episode of the Azizi Podcast, host Samir Azizi welcomes Dr. Jennifer Brawn, co-founder of SmartCloser AI, for an engaging conversation on the latest developments in AI, specifically focusing on the recent Chat GPT-4o release. Dr. Brawn shares her unique journey from studying evolutionary biology to pioneering innovations in neuroscience and AI. Together, they explore how AI can revolutioni...

In this special episode of the Azizi Podcast, host Samir Azizi welcomes his AI co-educators, Dr. Jennifer Brawn and Alex Liang from SmartCloser AI, to discuss their groundbreaking course on integrating AI into real estate. Discover how AI is transforming the industry, making workflows more efficient, and enhancing productivity for real estate agents. Learn about their backgrounds, insights on AI's...

Brought to you by Parkdalle Intelligence https://parkdalle.com/ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2SjVRJ5 Follow Toronto DAO on X: https://x.com/dao_toronto Welcome to a special episode of the Azizi Podcast, where we dive deep into the dynamic world of Toronto DAO. Host Samir Azizi is joined by key members Matthew Glezos and Antoine De Vuyst for an insightful conversation about this gr...