Why Your Passwords, Banks, and Bitcoin Could All Be Gone Overnight | Ep. 258 with Eric Dresdale Founder of Entrokey Labs
Quantum computing isn’t science fiction anymore—it’s an arms race. Eric Dresdale joins us to explain why the world is on the verge of a cryptographic collapse that could make every password, bank account, and crypto wallet obsolete overnight. With governments pouring billions into quantum, and AI acting as the scalpel to quantum’s sledgehammer, Eric reveals why most companies are dangerously unprepared—and how his team at Entrokey Labs believes they’ve built the only viable path forward.
Key Discussion Points:
The terrifying reality of “Q-Day” and why current encryption will crumble in seconds
How AI and quantum combined could unleash chaos across grids, hospitals, banks, and governments
The trillion-dollar problem no one is talking about—and why businesses are asleep at the wheel
Why entropy (randomness) is the hidden foundation of cybersecurity, and how Entrokey is reinventing it
What Cambridge University discovered when they studied Entrokey’s tech
How Eric went from fintech founder to solving one of humanity’s biggest digital threats
The race between governments, banks, and startups to secure the post-quantum internet
Why prevention—not reaction—is the only option in this arms race
Takeaways:
Quantum computing will break all current encryption within the decade—possibly by 2027
Companies can’t wait for regulators to act—being reactive will cost trillions
AI is already exposing weaknesses in human-made passwords and systems
Entropy is everything: without true randomness, security is an illusion
Entrokey’s software-only approach may cut global transition costs by 90%
Closing Thoughts:Eric Dresdale isn’t just warning us—he’s building a solution to the single biggest cyber threat of our lifetime. Whether governments and corporations act in time is the real question.
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Inside the Alarming Teen Mental Health Crisis—and the AI Solution That Could Change Everything | Ep. 257 with Jeffery Katzenberg & Hari Ravichandra
In this urgent and eye-opening conversation, Jeffrey Katzenberg and Hari Ravichandra reveal the disturbing reality of what kids face online—and why most parents have no idea it’s happening. From shocking statistics about teen mental health to hidden dangers of AI chatbots and predators on social media, they explain why online safety now matters more than learning to drive. More importantly, they share how Aura is using AI for good—turning technology into a lifeline for families.
Key Discussion Points:
The personal story that inspired Hari to pivot Aura from identity protection to child safety
What Aura’s data reveals about the state of teen mental health today
How AI chatbots are creating dangerous, hyper-personalized interactions with kids
Why online safety education should be treated like driver’s ed
The single most important device rule every parent should implement
How Hollywood and tech can join forces to create positive change
The moral responsibility of tech founders to protect their users
Why prevention—not reaction—is the future of online safety
Takeaways:
You can’t protect your kids from what you don’t understand—awareness is step one
Technology is neutral—it’s how we design and use it that decides its impact
Sleep disruption is a silent driver of mental health decline among teens
The best safety tools empower parents without breaking trust with kids
Closing Thoughts:Katzenberg and Ravichandra are on a mission to rewrite the story of tech’s impact on the next generation. Their message is clear: with the right tools and conversations, we can give our kids the freedom to explore online—without losing them to it.
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He Built an Empire but Nearly Worked Himself to Death | Ep 256 with LD Chen Head Coach of Oneness Institute of America and Europe
At 32, LD Chen was a successful CEO with over 1,000 employees—but also battling asthma, liver disease, chronic pain, anxiety, and a heart attack that nearly killed him. Nothing worked—until he discovered the ancient Taoist practice of Oneness. Now, LD is on a mission to bring this thousand-year-old healing tradition to one million people in the West.
Key Discussion Points:
The near-death moment that forced LD to rethink everything
Why modern medicine and traditional mindfulness failed him
The standing posture “genius design” that melts away stress and tension
How Oneness dissolves anger and deepens compassion over time
The science—and mystery—behind the practice’s power
Why he refuses to dilute its authenticity for the Western market
Takeaways:
True transformation often comes from unexpected, ancient sources
Healing the body can open doors to profound emotional and spiritual change
Simplicity, presence, and consistency beat quick fixes every time
Closing Thoughts:LD’s journey is proof that a thousand-year-old practice can be more relevant today than ever—especially in a world drowning in stress, distraction, and hustle culture.
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She Was Told to Give Up—Now She Funds the Startups That Change the World | Ep 255 with Erika Aquino
Erika Aquino opens up about her journey from a psychiatric hospital to becoming one of the most respected investors in emerging markets. Diagnosed with bipolar one disorder, cyberbullied, and a survivor of abuse, Erika refused to stay down. Instead, she built a life—and a portfolio—rooted in empathy, wisdom, and comeback power. She now writes the checks that change lives and rewrites the rules of what success looks like.
Key Discussion Points:
Her battle with mental health, stigma, and public shame
The role creativity played in rebuilding her confidence
Why she looks for pain-driven founders, not pitch-driven ones
The brutal questions she asks before writing a big check
How gender bias shows up in boardrooms—and how she navigates it
What most founders get wrong when approaching investors
Why failed founders often make the best bets
Her global thesis: funding the people who rarely get funded
Takeaways:
Resilience isn’t a buzzword—it’s Erika’s investment criteria
Emotional intelligence is as important as financials
Great investors don’t just back winners—they help build them
Real change happens when capital meets compassion
Closing Thoughts:Erika Aquino is more than an investor—she’s living proof that our lowest moments don’t define us. They refine us. This episode will challenge how you think about leadership, failure, and the true meaning of success.
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The Brutal Truth About Starting a Fund—And Why Most Don’t Make It | Ep 244 with Patrick William Founder of Rixon Capital
Patrick William didn't take the safe route. In this episode, the former tech/media M&A banker turned private credit fund founder reveals how he bootstrapped Rixon Capital from a $3M cold-call raise into an internationally respected firm—all without institutional backing. From burning the boats to turning down Plan B, Patrick shares the psychology, risks, and raw reality behind building a fund from scratch.
Key Discussion Points:
Why starting a fund is like flying a plane with only one engine
The real reason raising capital is harder than most people think
Management fees, performance fees, and how fund managers actually make money
What investors really want (and why they’re happy to pay for boring returns)
Why most high-paying careers hold people back from entrepreneurship
The “burn the boats” mindset and why it separates real founders from dabblers
Capital trends in Southeast Asia—and what excites him most about the region
Why patience is the secret weapon behind long-term returns
Takeaways:
Great ideas aren’t enough—storytelling and persistence close deals
Investors aren’t just buying returns—they’re outsourcing stress
“Mindless self-belief” is a founder’s most underappreciated asset
Sometimes, the only way to win is to make sure there's no way out
Closing Thoughts:Patrick William isn’t just building a fund—he’s redefining what smart, disciplined capital looks like in a noisy world. His story is a masterclass in conviction, patience, and making boring look brilliant.
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