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Welcome to Decentralized Voices - the human-focused podcast where Daria Volkova interviews top web3 founders and builders to highlight blockchain-powered products and people behind them.
Decentralized Voices is more than a podcast. It’s a space to amplify resilience, to share the deep, funny, and inspiring stories behind the titles, and to remind everyone that Web3 is ultimately about people — not just code or hype.
It is heard in 39 countries and 116 cities worldwide.
Among the guests are founders and core contributors from Ethereum Foundation, Base, Matter Labs, OKX, Centrifuge, Chronicle, Optimum, and many other talented people who not only inspire but also teach others, making this industry more meaningful.
This podcast is your backstage pass to the best people and their stories. Listen to the voices of the new Internet!
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In this episode of Decentralized Voices, Daria interviews Erica Kang, founder of KryptoPlanet (formerly KryptoSeoul), organizer of BUIDL Asia and ETHSeoul, and GP at Black Dragon Capital, about what works in web3 community building:🔸 building trust in a low-trust market🔸 making events sustainable without turning into a shill-fest🔸 scaling from a local scene (Seoul) to global presence (Lisbon, Dubai, Vietnam, Paris)Erica also shares candidly how motherhood reshaped her decision-making, why “quick money” is the wrong motive for event businesses, and how mentorship and women-led spaces can meaningfully improve gender inclusion.Enjoy this episode and share it with your friends!❤️🔥 Guest: Erica Kang, Founder of KryptoPlanet and GP at Black Dragon CapitalX: https://x.com/ekang426🎙️ Host: Daria Volkova, Brand & Communications Strategist for tech productsX: https://x.com/dariastrategy
Ethereum L2s are exploding, enterprises are finally paying attention, and DAOs are going through an identity crisis. In this episode, Daria talks with Krzysztof Urbański, blockchain researcher and head of governance & partnerships at L2BEAT, about what’s happening across the Ethereum scaling and governance landscape.Drawing on 20+ years in IT and deep experience with financial infrastructure, Krzysztof breaks down how Ethereum L2s work, what real security guarantees look like, and why decentralization isn’t a vibe – it’s a risk model. He explains L2BEAT’s role as an onchain transparency project, how they stay neutral while being delegates in multiple DAOs, and why Ethereum should be the settlement layer for the world’s financial system.Enjoy this episode and share it with your friends who're interested in Ethereum and its culture! ❤️🔥 Guest: Krzysztof Urbański, governance and partnerships at L2BEATX: https://x.com/kaereste🎙️ Host: Daria Volkova X: https://x.com/dariastrategy Farcaster: https://farcaster.xyz/dariastrategy
Dima Buterin — entrepreneur, philosopher, and lifelong learner. Many know him as the father of Ethereum’s co-creator, Vitalik Buterin, but Dima’s story stands powerfully on its own. From his early ventures in software to deep reflections on freedom and human potential, Dima brings a rare combination of tech curiosity and personal growth.In this episode, we’ll discuss the challenges of modern society and the evolution of technology, Dima’s support for Ukraine, and his vision of freedom and responsibility.Key highlights:🔸 Why support of Ukraine is so important to former Russian citizen🔸 Bitcoin is about fear, Ethereum is about creation🔸 Why some Ethereum builders can feel unheard or disconnected🔸 What does progress mean to Dima🔸 What does the next generation needs to learn or unlearn to thrive in a world with decentralization and AIEnjoy this episode and share it with your friends who're interested in Ethereum and its culture!❤️🔥 Guest: Dima Buterin, entrepreneur and Vitalik Buterin's fatherX: https://x.com/dimabuterin🎙️ Host: Daria VolkovaX: https://x.com/dariastrategyFarcaster: https://farcaster.xyz/dariastrategy
Ethereum’s Devconnect 2025 in Buenos Aires could become the Web3 event of the year, maybe even the decade. It will take place November 17-22 in a hybrid, city-scale format: a central venue at La Rural featuring 10 stages and 40+ independently programmed events, plus the inaugural Ethereum World’s Fair -- eight districts where Web3 newcomers can set up a wallet, on-ramp into crypto, and even buy food with it. Nathan Sexer, Event Lead at the Ethereum Foundation, breaks down the mission, the local impact on LATAM, and shares advice on how to get the most out of this Ethereum festival.Key highlights:🔸 The difference between Devcon and Devconnect🔸 Why Argentina and LATAM?🔸 The idea of Ethereum World’s Fair🔸 How to become a host of the Ethereum eventEnjoy this episode and share it with your friends who're interested in Ethereum and its events!❤️🔥 Guest: Nathan Sexer, Event Lead at the Ethereum FoundationX: https://x.com/nethan_ethDevcon: https://x.com/EFDevcon🎙️ Host: Daria VolkovaX: https://x.com/dariastrategyFarcaster: https://farcaster.xyz/dariastrategy
Meet Kevin Jones, a Developer Relations Engineer at Edge & Node and The Graph, and a long-time advocate for Ethereum. His journey from photographer to web3 evangelist is anything but conventional. In the new episode on Decentralized Voices, Daria and Kevin discuss: 🔸 How to create authentic developer relationships in the Ethereum ecosystem 🔸 The evolution of DevRel and the power of mentorship in web3 🔸 The role of BuidlGuidl in developer education 🔸 The meaning of "true decentralization" beyond the buzzword 🔸 Why local communities often have the biggest impact Kevin also shares his optimism for zero-knowledge tech and privacy-first innovation, and how developer empowerment can bridge global divides.Enjoy this episode and share it with your friends who're interested in the Ethereum ecosystem!❤️🔥 Guest: Kevin Jones, DevRel Engineer at Edge & Node and The Graph, Founder of GenesysX: https://x.com/cryptomastery_BuidlGuidl: https://x.com/buidlguidlThe Graph: https://x.com/graphprotocol🎙️ Host: Daria VolkovaX: https://x.com/dariastrategyFarcaster: https://farcaster.xyz/dariastrategy
How much do you know about the biggest crypto heists that changed the industry forever? How did an 18-year-old hacker steal millions, and who were the people who protected the funds? The “Code Is Law” movie brings to light what was hidden for years!This episode with Daniel Luca, Tech Partner at Eden Block VC and film contributor, gives a raw look at the biggest crypto heists in history and the hackers who claim they broke no laws.Daniel shares his journey from early Ethereum developer to security auditor, reveals behind-the-scenes stories from The DAO and Indexed Finance hacks, and explores how smart contracts redefine justice, ethics, and accountability in the digital age.Highlights:Behind the making of Code Is Law and its premiere in CannesHow did James Craig, the film director, convince Ethereum OGs to share their stories?When does code become law?What web3 founders must learn from past hacksThe future of decentralized AI and the ethics of permissionless innovationThis is a deep conversation about code as governance, decentralization as a philosophy, and why security is the invisible art form of web3.Subscribe to Decentralized Voices on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts for more Web3 deep dives!❤️🔥 Guest: Daniel Luca, Tech Partner at Eden Block VCX: https://x.com/cleanunicornCode Is Law on X: https://x.com/CodeIsLawFilm🎙️ Host: Daria VolkovaX: https://x.com/dariastrategyFarcaster: https://farcaster.xyz/dariastrategyPodcast website: https://decentralizedvoices.xyz
In this episode of Decentralized Voices, Daria sits down with Henri Lieutaud, Head of Ecosystem at the Starknet Foundation, for a deep dive into how Starknet is building the backbone of the next onchain economy.From the bold vision behind BTCFi — a trustless Bitcoin DeFi ecosystem — to the creation of initiatives like Founders/Devs Basecamp and Starktagon, Henri shares how Starknet empowers developers and founders to build products and businesses, not just smart contracts.You’ll learn: 🔸 Henri’s journey from DevRel to leading the Starknet ecosystem 🔸 The key challenges facing Web3 startups 🔸 Why UX continues to hold crypto back 🔸 What to expect from Devconnect 2025 in ArgentinaA must-listen for founders, marketers, DevRels, and anyone curious about building onchain businesses.Subscribe to Decentralized Voices on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts for more Web3 deep dives!❤️🔥 Guest: Henri Lieutaud, Head of Ecosystem at Starknet FoundationX: https://x.com/henrlihenrli Starknet Foundation: https://x.com/starknetfndn🎙️ Host: Daria VolkovaX: https://x.com/dariastrategyFarcaster: https://farcaster.xyz/dariastrategyPodcast website: https://decentralizedvoices.xyz
What's the hardest part of building crypto products and how to develop a product combining organic growth and paid incentives? Daria welcomes Vadym Nesterenko — a DeFi researcher, product manager, startup investor, and a great person she has known since 2018, back when web3 was simply called crypto.In this episode, we discuss product management playbook for DeFi, the cold-start problem in startups, and the benefits of building for long-term value vs chasing hype.You’ll learn:🔸 The hardest part of building crypto products🔸 Product metrics in DeFi🔸 Organic growth vs. Heavy incentives🔸 The best way to get started an onchain product🔸 Why product managers less visible in publicEnjoy this episode, and don't forget to like and share it with your friends!❤️🔥 Guest: Vadym Nesterenko, DeFi Researcher, Product Manager, InvestorX: https://x.com/vadymnxWebsite: https://vadymn.com🎙️ Host: Daria VolkovaX: https://x.com/dariastrategyFarcaster: https://farcaster.xyz/dariastrategyPodcast website: https://decentralizedvoices.xyz
In this episode of Decentralized Voices, Daria sits down with Aixa, who leads the ecosystem at Sophon and Bachi, who heads brand and community at Rootstock, to bust 10 biggest myths in crypto marketing.From “build it and they will come” to “airdrops create loyalty,” the trio dives into 10 of the most viral takes from crypto twitter, debunking, confirming, and laughing along the way.Discover:
🔸 Why web3 community isn’t always what it seems
🔸 Whether tokens and airdrops actually drive long-term engagement
🔸 How memes, shitposting, and personal stories shape growth strategies🔸 The truth about marketing budgets and crypto hype cyclesIf you’ve ever wondered how projects really build visibility in crypto, or laughed at the wildest marketing hot takes on X (Twitter), this episode is for you!❤️🔥 Guests:Aixa Rizzo, Ecosystem Lead at Sophon: https://x.com/aixarizzoBachi Degli, Brand and Community Marketer at Rootstock: https://x.com/julibachi🎙️ Host:Daria Volkova: https://x.com/dariastrategyFarcaster: https://farcaster.xyz/dariastrategyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/decent_voicesPodcast website: https://decentralizedvoices.xyz
In this episode of Decentralized Voices, Daria Volkova speaks with Gracie Lin, CEO of OKX Singapore, about her journey from fintech and mobility to leading the local office at one of the world’s largest crypto platforms in Singapore. Gracie shares how OKX is building for users in Singapore, why trust and compliance are at the core of growth, and how the company is preparing for Token2049, with a focus on real-world blockchain use cases. She also opens up about OKX’s partnership with the McLaren Formula 1 team, and how it brings crypto closer to mainstream audiences while giving back to the local community.We also cover:🔸 How OKX Singapore builds the crypto future for local users🔸 Balancing innovation with regulation and user safety🔸 The next wave of digital assets: stablecoins, tokenization, and institutional adoptionIf you’re curious about the intersection of crypto in Asia, product management, and building a brand for a diverse audience, this episode is packed with insights.Subscribe to Decentralized Voices on YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts for more Web3 deep dives!🙌 Support the podcast. Donate on Ethereum wallet (ERC-20): 0xfb35472c85Bf1184D111490119C1256f253aafa8❤️🔥 Guest: Gracie Lin, CEO of OKX SingaporeX: https://x.com/gracielinsyLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gracie-lin-a8866361OKX SG: https://x.com/OKXSG🎙️ Host: Daria VolkovaX: https://x.com/dariastrategyFarcaster: https://farcaster.xyz/dariastrategyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/decent_voicesPodcast website: https://decentralizedvoices.xyz
What makes oracles the backbone of DeFi? In this episode, we sit down with Niklas Kunkel, founder of Chronicle and one of the builders of MakerDAO, to uncover how oracle infrastructure powers DeFi, RWAs (real-world assets), and the next wave of Web3 adoption.👉 You’ll learn:Niklas’ journey IBM → MakerDAO → ChronicleWhy oracles are the Achilles’ heel of every DeFi protocolThe rise of tokenized assets (RWAs) and why oracles are key to mainstream growthChronicle vs Chainlink, Redstone & Pyth — what really sets them apartWhy regulators are suddenly excited about oracles & real-time transparencyThe future of ZK proofs, privacy, and compliance in Web3Hard-won lessons on leadership, shipping products fast, and building sustainable crypto businessesIf you want to understand how oracle infrastructure will shape the trillion-dollar future of DeFi and tokenized assets, this conversation is packed with insights you won’t hear anywhere else.🔔 Subscribe to Decentralized Voices on YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts for more Web3 deep dives.❤️🔥 Guest: Niklas Kunkel, founder of ChronicleX: https://x.com/nomos_paradox🎙️ Host: Daria VolkovaX: https://x.com/dariastrategyFarcaster: https://farcaster.xyz/dariastrategyPodcast website: https://decentralizedvoices.xyzSupport the podcast. Donate on Ethereum wallet (ERC-20): 0xfb35472c85Bf1184D111490119C1256f253aafa8
Want to break into Web3 marketing or hire the perfect marketer? In this episode, Daria chats with Lindsay Casale, CMO at Pi Squared. Lindsay shares insider tips on landing jobs, avoiding hiring mistakes, and building a powerful network in crypto. You’ll learn: 🔸 The biggest hiring mistakes startups make 🔸 Which type of marketer you need at each stage of your company 🔸 Tips for building connections in Web3 to be hired 🔸 Why storytelling is becoming essential for Web3 brands Whether you’re a founder hiring your first marketing lead, a Web2 marketer curious about crypto, or a professional looking to expand your Web3 network, this conversation is a gem to you!❤️🔥 Guest: Lindsay Casale, CMO at Pi SquaredX: https://x.com/LindsayCasaleLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsaycasale🎙️ Host: Daria VolkovaX: https://x.com/dariastrategyFarcaster: https://farcaster.xyz/dariastrategyPodcast website: https://decentralizedvoices.xyzSupport the podcast. Donate on Ethereum wallet (ERC-20): 0xfb35472c85Bf1184D111490119C1256f253aafa8
At Devconnect Buenos Aires, the blockchain world gathers for innovation, deals… and secrets. Anna’s search for the truth about the mysterious Vault 25 draws her into masked meetings, hidden agendas, and a night on the Rio de la Plata she’ll never forget!Who controls Vault 25, and why is it “too hot for GitHub”? Enjoy the second part of the first-ever crypto noir where dark protocols, AI technologies, unbreakable friendship and truth mixed up in a great mystery!🔔This is Web3 like you’ve never seen it before! Subscribe for future episodes & investigations.🎙️ Author: Daria Strategy X (Twitter): https://x.com/dariastrategyFarcaster: https://farcaster.xyz/dariastrategyPodcast website: https://decentralizedvoices.xyz🙌 Support the podcast. Donate on Ethereum wallet (ERC-20): 0xfb35472c85Bf1184D111490119C1256f253aafa8
This week, on the Decentralized Voices podcast, Daria is excited to have Francisco Pinto, Protocol Lead at Request Network.In this episode, we’ll discuss the DeFi trends and challenges, non-technical skills in protocol development, and is there anything Web3 teams could learn from the wine business.Key takeaways:How to build DeFi products using Japanese lean conceptBest non-technical skills in protocol developmentDeFi trends and predictions for 2026Lessons from winery for Web3Stay with us for the whole conversation! Follow Decentralized Voices on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.❤️🔥 Guest: Francisco Pinto, Protocol Lead at Request Network X: https://x.com/FPinto229 Request Network: https://request.network🎙️ Host: Daria Volkova X: https://x.com/dariastrategy Farcaster: https://farcaster.xyz/dariastrategy Podcast website: https://decentralizedvoices.xyz Support the podcast! Donate on Ethereum wallet (ERC-20): 0xfb35472c85Bf1184D111490119C1256f253aafa8
This week the entire Ethereum ecosystem celebrates 10th anniversary of the Ethereum mainnet 🎉 Decentralized Voices is part of the community. Daria is happy to have Mayra Castillo, People Operations Expert from the Ethereum Foundation.In this episode, Daria and Mayra discuss hiring culture and employer branding in Web3, red flags for candidates during the hiring process, and the most important skills needed to get hired in 2025.Key takeaways: 🔸 Values and culture at the Ethereum Foundation🔸 The current state of hiring in Web3🔸 Identifying red flags in job offers🔸 Vibes, followers, or skills: what real talent looks like in Web3If you're a hiring manager in Web3 or a job seeker, this conversation will be insightful for you!❤️🔥 Guest: Mayra CastilloX: https://x.com/TheMayCasLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayra-a-castilloEthereum Foundation: https://ethereum.foundationEthereum Org: https://ethereum.org/en🎙️ Host: Daria VolkovaX: https://x.com/dariastrategyFarcaster: https://farcaster.xyz/dariastrategyPodcast website: https://decentralizedvoices.xyzSupport the podcast. Donate on Ethereum wallet (ERC-20): 0xfb35472c85Bf1184D111490119C1256f253aafa8
This week, on the Decentralized Voices podcast, Daria is excited to have Dr. Muriel Médard, co-founder and CEO of Optimum.Muriel and Daria discuss building a product with high-performance memory for the World Computer, the intersection of deep tech and community growth, career development for women, and parenthood in tech and science.Muriel shares her insights on the technological necessity of decentralization and its role in scaling systems efficiently.Enjoy the conversation and share this episode with your friends!❤️🔥 Guest: Dr. Muriel Médard, Co-Founder and CEO of OptimumX: https://x.com/MurielMedardOptimum: https://www.getoptimum.xyz🎙️ Host: Daria VolkovaX: https://x.com/dariastrategyFarcaster: https://farcaster.xyz/dariastrategyPodcast website: https://decentralizedvoices.xyzSupport the podcast. Donate on Ethereum wallet (ERC-20): 0xfb35472c85Bf1184D111490119C1256f253aafa8
In this episode of the Decentralized Voices podcast, Daria interviews Ryne Saxe, CEO of Eco, discussing the evolution of stablecoins, the mission of ECO, and the importance of user experience in the crypto space. Ryne shares insights on the challenges and opportunities in building a stablecoin platform, the story behind the name Eco, and the vision for the future of money. The conversation also touches on the role of stablecoins in replacing fiat money, key lessons for aspiring builders in crypto, and the potential for ECO to gain traction in the market. Enjoy the conversation and share this episode with your friends!❤️🔥 Guest: Ryne Saxe, CEO of Eco X: https://x.com/rynesaxe LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rtsaxe 🎙️ Host: Daria Volkova X: https://x.com/dariastrategy Farcaster: https://farcaster.xyz/dariastrategy Podcast website: https://decentralizedvoices.xyz Support the podcast. Donate on Ethereum wallet (ERC-20): 0xfb35472c85Bf1184D111490119C1256f253aafa8
Bhaji Illuminati, CEO of Centrifuge, is the new guest on the Decentralized Voices podcast. Centrifuge is the real-world asset tokenization platform that brings the power of onchain finance to asset managers and investors.Bhaji has rich experience scaling early-stage companies into market leaders and bringing together traditional finance and decentralized technology. She’s definitely a role model, especially for women building careers in DeFi.In this episode, we explore:The tokenization of Real-World Assets$1,000,000,000 into a single tokenized productBhaji’s journey from CMO to CEOWhat’s ahead at the upcoming RWA Summits in Cannes and New YorkEnjoy the conversation and share this episode with your friends!❤️🔥 Guest: Bhaji Illuminati, CEO of CentrifugeX: https://x.com/itsbhajiLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bhajiilluminatiRWA Documentary: https://youtu.be/pUhFJPLe4zk🎙️ Host: Daria VolkovaX: https://x.com/dariastrategyFarcaster: https://farcaster.xyz/dariastrategyPodcast website: https://decentralizedvoices.xyzSupport the podcast. Donate on Ethereum wallet (ERC-20): 0xfb35472c85Bf1184D111490119C1256f253aafa8
Have you ever wondered how zero-knowledge proofs are proven, what infrastructure is needed, and who supports such innovations that boost our decentralized future? Daria is excited to have Teemu Päivinen, the founder and CEO of Gevulot and ZK Cloud, as the guest for this interview. Gevulot is the first universal proving layer for ZK. It's designed to decrease the cost of proving by aggregating workloads across all use cases, allowing it to optimally utilize the underlying hardware. Chatting with Teemu, learning from his extensive blockchain experience, and figuring out the ZK infrastructure ecosystem was a pleasure. I recommend this video to anyone interested in a deeper understanding of what's happening in blockchain now and what to expect in the future. This conversation deserves the second name, "Encyclopedia of ZK." Enjoy this interview, like it, and share it with your friends!Guest: Teemu Päivinen Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teemupaivinen Twitter: https://x.com/teemupai
Decentralized Voices podcast is welcoming you to dive into the Base ecosystem! Will Binns, the Base core contributor, educator, and mentor for onchain builders, is my channel's new guest. Our conversation will give you insights into the vision of Base on mass blockchain adoption and how it helps to secure almost $14B without launching a token. We also discussed the competition between Optimistic and Zero-Knowledge stacks in the Ethereum ecosystem, the power of AI for blockchain, and time management in a fast-growing industry. Watch the episode and share it with your friends!
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