House of Tech is the podcast where Canberra meets crypto, and politics meets tech. The Founder of Finder, Fred Schebesta and Australian Senator Andrew Bragg, share a strong interest in innovation and the future of our economy, and this is a show where they will discuss the future of everything.
DeFI, the journey of Ethereum and new governance structures with Kain Warwick
This House of Tech episode includes crypto pioneer, Kain Warwick, Founder of Synthetix and blueshyft. Kain describes his decisions from being a tennis coach to dropping out of uni to join the future of technology with Web3. Kain covers the growth of Ethereum and the importance of appropriate regulation for decentralised autonomous organisations (DAOs). Kain also talks about his experiences with de-banking, and a balanced approach to taxation for DeFi.
17 Apr 2022
How technology is providing opportunities for people with disability with Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Laura O’Reilly
This House of Tech episode includes Hireup Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Laura O’Reilly. From driverless cars to armour supporting people with disability to move differently, we discuss how technology has enabled better connection and opportunities. Laura talks about how the National Disability Insurance Scheme has changed the way people are supported and how the innate potential of technology can make the world more accessible. Laura also covers impact investment and how growth is achievable ...
10 Apr 2022
Allowing customers to define the problem through the gig economy with Founder and CEO of Airtasker, Tim Fung
This House of Tech episode includes Airtasker Founder and CEO, Tim Fung. Tim discusses how moving apartments in Sydney led to the creation of Airtasker and how the platform allows the customer to define the problem. Romance is in the air, with kooky requests covering Star Wars themed weddings and hiring airtaskers for proposals. We discuss the process of listing on the Australian Securities Exchange and how the gig economy term varies. Tim also mentions how the flexible labour economy sup...
3 Apr 2022
The Metaverse and AI-Driven Worlds with Dr Catriona Wallace
This House of Tech episode includes Artificial Intelligence expert Dr Catriona Wallace. Catriona delves into the metaverse and AI driven worlds, and how they impact sectors such as gaming. We discuss the importance of tech knowledge in these fields across government, and how to increase the literacy of Web3. Catriona also touches on her experiences being the second woman to run an ASX listed company, and her goals for more women in tech.
27 Mar 2022
Re-writing the book on hospitality post-pandemic with Justin Hemmes, CEO Merivale
This House of Tech episode includes special guest Justin Hemmes, CEO of Merivale. Justin covers the hardships the hospitality industry faced during lockdowns, and how the pandemic has provided a fantastic opportunity to renew hospitality and still experience a roaring 2020s. We also hear how there is a renewed passion and desire for people to dance, and how COVID has revitalised our innate passion to connect face to face over food and beverages. Justin provides some pointers on ho...
20 Mar 2022
Crypto and Current Affairs - Bonus Episode
This House of Tech short bonus episode gives a sneak peak into the series while also covering what’s happening in the crypto world right now. Fred and Andrew talk about how the Ukraine Government has raised millions of dollars in crypto, bitcoin mining in Tasmania and the shortage of semiconductors. They also mention the non-fungible token (NFT) that has been created to celebrate the launch of the podcast. The NFT will be auctioned off with funds raised going towards the First Nation...
20 Mar 2022
Disrupting the Finance Industry with Anthony Eisen, Co Founder of Afterpay
This House of Tech episode includes special guest Anthony Eisen, Co-Founder of Afterpay. We speak to Anthony about the rise of the Buy-Now, Pay-Later giant, solving consumer problems through digital innovation and payments regulation when you’re first to market as a start-up. Anthony also covers their expansion to the US, the decision to sell to Block and digital currency. Off the back of Afterpay day, there is a lot of learnings for entrepreneurs and established busines...
17 Mar 2022
Welcome to the House Of Tech
House of Tech is where Canberra meets crypto and politics meets tech. In this episode Fred and Andrew introduce the series.
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