The Asian Boss Podcast

In this episode, I sit down with David Park, co-founder and CEO of Jenni AI, to hear his raw, unfiltered journey — from dropping out of college and facing multiple failed startups, to battling cancer while building an AI company that now serves over 10 million users worldwide. Listen to this conversation if you’ve ever felt stuck, burned out, or on the verge of giving up — it’s a powerful reminder...

Ethereum is one of the most important blockchains in the world and a true symbol of Web3 — but it’s also too slow and too expensive. In this interview, we sit down with Ben Fisch, co-founder of Espresso Systems, to explore how Espresso is building the foundation for a truly multi-chain future. Born out of the Ethereum ecosystem, Espresso’s vision now reaches far beyond it—creating the infrastructu...

In this episode, Jordan Jefferson, founder of DogeOS, shares how his team is transforming the Dogecoin blockchain into serious infrastructure capable of supporting the global financial system. If you thought Dogecoin was just a joke or a meme coin hyped by Elon Musk, this conversation will reveal its hidden power.

In this episode, we sit down with RJ, Argentinian cofounder and CEO of AlignLayer. RJ breaks down blockchain and Ethereum in simple terms, explains why trust is the biggest bottleneck in today’s digital world, and shares how AlignLayer is creating tools that make it easy for anyone to build securely on Ethereum. From global challenges to the future of decentralized technology, this conversation gi...

Big Tech’s LLMs are trained on scraped, synthetic internet data—riddled with bias, outdated information, and zero attribution. But what if the next leap in AI came from real people contributing real-world data—and actually owning it? In this episode, we sit down with OpenLedger core contributor Ram Kumar to explore how blockchain could rebuild the AI infrastructure from the ground up, with transpa...

In this episode, I sit down with Charlie Hu, founder of Bitlayer, the first Bitcoin-native Layer 2 to explore the biggest limitations in Bitcoin that no one talks about, and what it will take to unlock the next era of Bitcoin-powered innovation. Whether you’re a longtime Bitcoin holder or just curious about where crypto is going next, this is the conversation that reveals why Bitcoin isn’t done ev...

Brian Wong, founder of RADII and author of The Tao of Alibaba, was the first American hire of Alibaba. Brian worked directly with Jack Ma and helped lead the company through its explosive growth to over 100,000 employees. In this Boss Code conversation, Brian shares the leadership principles, company culture, and personal values that shaped one of the most consequential Chinese companies to go glo...

Tony, widely recognized as "Tony from LC Sign," is a Chinese marketing professional who has gained international fame for his viral TikTok videos for LC Sign, a company specializing in LED and neon signage. His unique sales approach involves using various accents, comedic skits, and pop culture references to make product showcases entertaining, which has resonated with a global audience and contri...

In this episode of Boss Code, we sit down with Jordan Fisher, CEO and co-founder of Zehitomo — the platform that’s revolutionizing how local businesses in Japan connect with customers. Jordan shares the real story behind launching a startup in Japan as an outsider, why Japan’s small business economy was facing a crisis, and how Zehitomo is creating new opportunities for local service providers acr...

Matt Wright is building a platform, Gaia, that lets anyone create their own autonomous AI agents using open-sourced large language model. In this episode, we dive deep into the future of AI agents, how they will disrupt industries, and why open-source is the only path to true innovation.

Meet  Joseph Maier , a former  US Green Beret  who brought  F45 Training  to South Korea and turned it into a thriving franchise business. In this exclusive Boss Code interview, he shares how he spotted a rare opportunity, overcame cultural and operational challenges, and applied military discipline to succeed in one of the toughest business environments in the world. In this episode, you will lea...

Ben Hu is the co-founder of Liulishuo , an AI-powered language learning platform that uses advanced speech recognition and adaptive learning technology. His work has helped make language education more personalized and accessible worldwide.

Nick Hsu is an AI algorithm engineer who was a founding team member of RedNote in its early startup days. In this episode, we discuss how the Chinese social media algorithms actually work.

Alex Blania is the Co-founder and CEO of Tools for Humanity, a multi-billion-dollar crypto startup pioneering the development of a global digital identity system utilizing iris scanning technology. Join us as we explore how Blania and his co-founder, Sam Altman, are reshaping the future of digital identity and authentication.

Naveen Jain is a contributor to the Tari Protocol, a platform redefining digital ownership through blockchain technology. Focused on empowering creators, enabling secure decentralized asset management, and offering easy mining on personal devices, Naveen is leading a transformative movement in the digital economy. Discover his mission to shape the future of digital innovation and creator rights.

Joojin Kim is a former corporate lawyer and the founder & CEO of Solutions for Our Climate (SFOC), an independent nonprofit organization that aims to accelerate effective climate action and energy transition in Asia. In this episode, we discuss the global climate crisis and delve into the pioneering experience of establishing a major climate NGO in Korea.

JP Thor is the founder of THORChain, one of the most significant decentralized liquidity protocols in the cryptocurrency space. He is recognized for his innovative contributions to decentralized finance (DeFi), helping THORChain achieve a valuation exceeding $2 billion and facilitating billions in transactions through its cross-chain liquidity solutions.

Yat Siu is a Hong Kong-based entrepreneur, crypto investor, and co-founder of Animoca Brands, a company focused on gamification, AI, blockchain, mobile technology, and creating products that utilize popular brands.

Thomas Brag is one of the co-founder of the popular YouTube channel Yes Theory, which has over 8.5 million subscribers. Yes Theory's mission is to explore new places, embrace diverse cultures, and live by the mantra "Seek Discomfort." In this podcast episode, Thomas takes us on his journey, where he risked everything to grow their YouTube channel into a thriving business, all while traveling to so...

Collin Abroadcast is a content creator, YouTuber, and bargaining expert. He took a leap of faith by leaving his job and moving to China to teach English. This marked the beginning of his creator journey, during which he explored different parts of Asia, gaining practical skills about effective bargaining in the region's bustling fake markets. If you want to learn how to get great deals through bar...

Chris Williamson is the host of the Modern Wisdom Podcast, YouTuber and former club promoter. In this Asian Boss Podcast episode, Stephen Park and Chris compare different social trends between the West and Asia, including declining birth rates, the evolving role of men in modern society, the scarcity of role models, and more. If you're seeking some 'modern wisdom,' you've come to the right place.

Tim Hwang is the co-founder of FiscalNote, a global software, data, and media company in the US and he's the youngest Asian-American CEO of a public company. How was he able to build a multibillion company before even reaching the age of 30? Despite attending prestigious universities like Princeton and Harvard, Tim's story goes beyond privilege and showcases the true grit and determination...

Konstantin is a Russian-British author, comedian, and a social commentator, who recently went viral for his speech at Oxford University. In this Asian Boss Podcast episode, Konstantin shares his unique perspective on growing up in the former Soviet Union and now living in the West. We delve into current events such as the Russia-Ukraine conflict and explore Russia's media censorship.

Shin Lim is a two-time winner of America's Got Talent and is widely considered to be one of the greatest card magicians in the world. Shin is now performing his show 'Limitless' in Las Vegas, something that seemed impossible to an Asian immigrant kid growing up in the US. In this episode, you'll learn how he chose magic as a viable career path and ultimately became one of the world's most accompli...

Lewis Howes is a New York Times best-selling author, keynote speaker, industry-leading show host, and former pro-athlete. In this episode, Lewis will guide you to discover your life mission and empower you to unleash your full potential, particularly if you feel stuck. Remember, we cannot make positive impacts on the world without working on ourselves first. His new book, The Greatness Mindset is...