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Curious ReadersEp 24: Graphic Novels That Break The Mould & National Book Award WinnersJoin Amanda and Joseph as they get graphic – about the best graphic novels they’ve read and the ones they are keen to add to their TBRs. Along the way, they talk about their recent reads and discuss the books they hope will close out their reading year. (0:47) Bookish News (5:41) National Book Award (6:00) The True True Story of Raja the Gullible (and His Mother) by Rabih Alameddine (6:45) One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This by Omar El Akkad
2025-12-051h 02
Startup TalkFilling an Offering Memorandum in CanadaFilling an Offering Memorandum in Canada with Alex Morsink of Equivesto Episode Summary:In this episode of the Startup Talk Podcast, host Craig Asano explores the complexities of filling an offering memorandum in Canada with Alex Morsink, Managing Director of Equivesto, a leading equity crowdfunding platform. Alex unpacks the details of the offering memorandum exemption, an […]
2025-02-1100 min
Fintech FridaysEP63: From Angel Investor to Change-Maker: Investing with ImpactIn this episode of Fintech Fridays, host Craig Asano sits down with Marcia Dawood, an influential angel investor, author, and advisor who serves on the SEC's Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee. Marcia shares her journey from her first angel investing meeting to becoming a key figure in the industry, supporting over 50 early-stage companies. The conversation dives into the differences between angel investing and venture capital, strategies for successful investments, and the evolving landscape of early-stage investing. Marcia also discusses her new book, Do Good While Doing Well, which guides readers through the balance of achieving financial returns while making...
2024-10-2056 min
Fintech FridaysEP62: The Future of Investment Crowdfunding: Innovations, Data, and OpportunitiesIn this enlightening episode of Fintech Fridays, Season 4, Episode 62, Craig Asano, CEO of NCFA Canada, sits down with the distinguished Sherwood 'Woodie' Neiss, a pioneer in the investment crowdfunding industry and an advisor to NCFA. Together, they delve into the evolution of investment crowdfunding, its impact on startups and investors alike, and the potential for future growth. Woodie shares his journey, from the inception of crowdfunding regulations to leading the charge with data-driven insights and AI technology in investment strategies. Listeners will gain an insider's perspective on the latest developments, the significance of data in shaping the industry, and the...
2024-04-0545 min
Fintech FridaysEP61: Making Markets And Investing In Crypto With The Phoenix AppIn this enlightening episode 61 of Fintech Fridays, NCFA Founder, Craig Asano, sits down with Kay Khemani, an investment professional based in London, UK, the Co-Founder of the Phoenix App, and Managing Director of Hatchworks. Kay shares his journey from high finance at Goldman Sachs to the forefront of fintech innovation. Explore the revolutionary Phoenix app, a platform that simplifies market making in the crypto world, allowing users to become liquidity providers and earn from transaction fees, all simplified through smart contract technology. Learn about the risks and rewards of DeFi, the impact of ETFs on crypto markets, and gather essential...
2024-01-261h 02
Fintech FridaysEP60: Revolutionizing Small Business Lending and Empowering EntrepreneursIn this insightful episode of "Fintech Fridays," we dive into the evolving landscape of small business financing with David Souaid, the Chief Revenue Officer of OnDeck Canada. David brings over two decades of experience in the fintech industry and shares his journey from co-founding Evolocity Financial Group to its merger with OnDeck Canada, illustrating his role in transforming small business lending. The discussion delves into the challenges and innovations in the industry, highlighting OnDeck's customer-centric approach, technological advancements, and future trends. David's insights reveal how OnDeck Canada is not just financing businesses but also empowering them to thrive in a...
2023-12-0845 min
Livrólicos AnónimosEpisódio #82: #agostoaoquadrado 2023Em agosto todos os caminhos vão dar à banda desenhada, graças ao #agostoaoquadrado, um projeto da Silvéria Miranda que estimula a leitura de obras de arte sequencial durante o mês de agosto. E com tantas opções no mercado, o difícil é escolher. Por isso mesmo temos um episódio recheado de recomendações, em que revelamos também algumas das bandas desenhadas que vamos ler.
Mas, para além da banda desenhada, destacamos também alguns livros do catálogo da Presença:
“O Nosso Irmão” de Clara Dupont-Monod
“O Rapaz Douro” de Jeannine Johnson Maia
“O Lugar das Árvores...
2023-08-012h 22
Fintech FridaysEP59: Master Entrepreneurship with YEDI!On this week's episode of the Fintech Friday Podcast, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Maria Konikov, Director of Operations at York Entrepreneurship Development Institute (YEDI). They talk about why education is crucial for entrepreneurs, how YETI offers tuition-free programs for Canadians, and what makes their diploma so special? Could it be because they have diploma program allows entrepreneurs to apply their learnings directly to their business and is taught by experienced professors who are also successful entrepreneurs? Enjoy!! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access...
2023-05-0525 min
Hollywood Wolfpack With Kaia AlexanderWriter of MINAMATA starring Johnny Depp (now on HULU) talks about taking the script to screen: David KesslerOriginally from Philadelphia, David attended that city’s “Fame” high school, Creative And Performing Arts, where his classmates included QuestLove and Boyz II Men. He then graduated from Parsons School of Design in New York, and worked as a graphic designer for ad agencies, designed book covers, movie posters, and indie film titles.He impulsively moved to Los Angeles in 2000 and became a stand-up comic for a while, performing at The Improv, The Vancouver Comedy Festival, and in sketches on “The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson” and “The Showbiz Show with David Spade”. But he tired of comedy clubs a...
2022-12-0245 min
Hollywood Wolfpack With Kaia AlexanderWriter of MINAMATA starring Johnny Depp (now on HULU) talks about taking the script to screen: David KesslerOriginally from Philadelphia, David attended that city’s “Fame” high school, Creative And Performing Arts, where his classmates included QuestLove and Boyz II Men. He then graduated from Parsons School of Design in New York, and worked as a graphic designer for ad agencies, designed book covers, movie posters, and indie film titles.He impulsively moved to Los Angeles in 2000 and became a stand-up comic for a while, performing at The Improv, The Vancouver Comedy Festival, and in sketches on “The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson” and “The Showbiz Show with David Spade”. But he tired of comedy clubs a...
2022-12-0244 min
Fintech FridaysEP58 Use Risk Management to Improve Your Business and LifeFor anyone who needs to make complex decisions or wants to add more clarity into their lives by applying modern risk management techniques, then this one is for you. Join NCFA Founder, Craig Asano, who sits down with Alex Sidorenko, the CEO and Chief Risk Officer of the Risk Academy and Founder of Risk Awareness Week, one of the largest risk management conference programs in the world. They discuss the commoditization of science, horoscope fairy tales, beating the bear and how intuition may not always be your best friend (in some scenarios). Understand the difference between risk management for ‘box ti...
2022-10-181h 09
Indie Film Hustle® - A Filmmaking PodcastIFH 599: How to Acquire Original IP for Your Projects with David KesslerOriginally from Philadelphia, David attended that city’s “Fame” high school, Creative And Performing Arts, where his classmates included QuestLove and Boyz II Men. He then graduated from Parsons School of Design in New York, and worked as a graphic designer for ad agencies, designed book covers, movie posters, and indie film titles.He impulsively moved to Los Angeles in 2000 and became a stand-up comic for a while, performing at The Improv, The Vancouver Comedy Festival, and in sketches on “The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson” and “The Showbiz Show with David Spade”. But he tired of comedy clubs a...
2022-07-191h 10
Bulletproof Screenwriting™ PodcastBPS 201: How to Get IP and Life Rights for Your Screenplay with David KesslerOriginally from Philadelphia, David attended that city’s “Fame” high school, Creative And Performing Arts, where his classmates included QuestLove and Boyz II Men. He then graduated from Parsons School of Design in New York, and worked as a graphic designer for ad agencies, designed book covers, movie posters, and indie film titles.He impulsively moved to Los Angeles in 2000 and became a stand-up comic for a while, performing at The Improv, The Vancouver Comedy Festival, and in sketches on “The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson” and “The Showbiz Show with David Spade”. But he tired of comedy clubs a...
2022-05-271h 10
Fintech FridaysEP57 10 Years Of Investment Crowdfunding: Past, Present & FutureAbout this episode: 10 years ago in 2012, the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act (JOBS Act) was signed into law in the U.S. (and eventually a similar exemption was approved in Canada) to encourage more capital to flow to startups, support innovation, and, create jobs. It's significance cannot be understated as the rule change allowed private companies to raise capital by selling securities digitally for the first time via registered online platforms and dealer-brokers. Regulation crowdfunding also democratized previously excluded retail investors (non-accredited) by allowing them to invest directly in startup ventures empowering a new era of digital finance. A...
2022-04-111h 32
Fintech FridaysEP56 How We Raised $426 million Using Rewards CrowdfundingCheckout this not to be missed episode with NCFA Founder Craig Asano and Zach Smith, CEO and Co-Founder of Funded Today. In 2017, Zach delivered a keynote at NCFA's Canadian Crowdfinance Summit in Toronto after raising $150 million dollars. Fast forward to today, and the Funded Today machine has raised north of $426 million USD and counting. In this episode, learn what it takes to be a serial entrepreneur -- "It's not really about how much money you raise on the platform, it's about what you learn from the money that you've raised." They discuss the story of Funded Today, pivoting, diversifying investments...
2022-01-2157 min
Fintech FridaysEP55 Global Hiring Trends: How Gen Z Talent ThrivesOn this Season 4 kickoff episode, NCFA Founder Craig Asano sits down with the incredible Anne-Marie Fannon, Director, Work-Learn Institute at the University of Waterloo, to better understand the motivations and needs of the next major human capital resource - Gen Z. If you're a start-up, scale-up or HR professional seeking intel on an emerging tech savvy, innovative, and talent asset class then this podcast is for you. Tune in now and learn not just the how but also the why you should be building relationships with Gen Z today. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would...
2022-01-0744 min
Fintech FridaysEP54 How Digital Identity Will Transform Human PotentialOn this episode, show host Anna Niemira sits down with David Lucatch of Liquid Avatar Technologies Inc. They discuss the ins and outs of digital identity and it's transformative potential for both consumers and businesses. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2021-07-0943 min
Fintech FridaysEP53 Staying True to BitcoinOn this episode, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Chris Naprawa the President of TAAL. They chat about what is Bitcoin SV, how crypto can save global warming, and how to stay true to Bitcoin. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2021-06-0440 min
Fintech FridaysEP52 Technology Due Diligence Process and Cyber Security RisksOn this episode of the Fintech Fridays Podcast our Host, Manseeb Khan is joined by Daniel Lee Managing Director, technology & innovation, mid-markets at CIBC, Farshad Abasi the Founder and CSO of Forward Security Inc., and Michael Castro the CEO of RiskAware Group. They chat about why you should make sure your company is secure from Day 1 and how you go from secure to sale.Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network.ncfacanada.org/fintechcanada...
2021-05-2135 min
Fintech FridaysEP51 Bacon and EggsOn this episode of Fintech Fridays, Craig Asano, CEO of NCFA connects with Julien Brault the CEO of Hardbacon, an emerging high growth financial fitness and tracking app in Canada. They talk about the story behind Hardbacon, raising capital via equity crowdfunding and IPO routes, digital platforms as lead generation, and helping Canadians improve their wealth by making better financial decisions. Enjoy!Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network.ncfacanada.org/fintechcanada.io/fintechandfunding...
2021-02-1948 min
Fintech FridaysEP50 Compliance to the MoonOn this milestone episode, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Mark Binns CEO of BIGG Digital Assets. They cover the rally behind bitcoin, big tech investing in crypto, and giving your kids crypto instead of fiat for allowance money. Enjoy!Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network.ncfacanada.org/fintechcanada.io/fintechandfunding.com/Subscribe to NCFA's weekly newsletterhttps://ncfacanada.org/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/ This is a public episode...
2021-02-1228 min
Fintech FridaysEP49 Managing Private Placements Has Never Been EasierJoin Brock Murray (Co-founder and Head of Global Business Development) and Karan Khiani (VP Solution Engineering) of Katipult, an award winning private placement software as a service company. They navigate the origins of their company, the challenges of product/market fit, the impact of COVID19, emerging retail investor trends and going public early. The best part is....their journey is just beginning. Welcome to EP49 of Fintech Fridays - Enjoy!Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network.
2021-01-2941 min
Fintech FridaysEP48 How to Connect and Resonate with Customers through PodcastingFatima Zaidi, CEO and Co-Founder of Quill Inc joins Fintech Fridays host Manseeb Khan to understand why podcasts have grown 200% in the last 6 months, and how influencers and corporate brands are building authentic customer relationships and motivating prospects with them. They talk about inspiring stories of Ben and Jerry’s ice cream, building trust, advice for female (under-represented) founders, and how to connect with affluent, educated millennial professionals. If you’re new to the power of podcasts, tune-in to learn why they are quickly becoming an integral part of a company’s marketing mix, today. Enjoy!Be sure t...
2020-11-1331 min
Fintech FridaysEP47 How to Change the World: Risk culture and Work-life BalanceMichelle Beyo, Founder and CEO of Finavator joins Fintech Fridays host Manseeb Khan who talk about taking risks, celebrating success and finding work-life balance. They talk about innovation during crisis and the need for Canada to adopt Open Banking and how companies that aren’t creating 50/50 diverse teams are leaving money on the table. Join us for an action packed episode that will have you participating in a sprint triathlon next year. Enjoy!Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your co...
2020-11-0636 min
Fintech FridaysEP46 Making Business Borderless: International payments and partnershipsAlistair Thompson, Global Head of Business Development and Partnerships at TransferWise joins host Manseeb Khan to talk about their mission to make sending money as easy and free as sending an email. They discuss how TransferWise began 9 years ago, and how transparent pricing, putting customers first and partnering with banks and non-banks globally has grown into a $5 billion monthly business and an international fintech success. Enjoy!Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network.ncfacanada.org/
2020-10-3040 min
Fintech FridaysEP 45 Mission-driven and Consumer-centric Financial ServicesKeith Taylor, Executive Director of the DUCA Impact Lab chats with Anna Niemira about consumer-centric and fair banking. They discuss how a group of underbanked Canadian newcomers back in 1954 focused on solving a real problem in financial services. Fast forward 65 years later, DUCA’s mission has never been stronger. From innovative escalator-loans to digging deeper into retail financial literacy gaps, and their commitment to improving the financial well-being of its customers. As a registered B-corporation, learn how DUCA is innovating and living up to their motto of not only being ‘the best in the world but the best FOR the worl...
2020-10-2338 min
Fintech FridaysEP 44 The Vanguard of Digital Innovation and Ecosystems in CanadaJoin us for a special Episode 44 where Craig Asano sits down with a panel of NCFA Advisors and members who discuss the vanguard of digital finance and it's ability to fund, develop and scale digital innovations in green finance, digital identity and other emerging ecosystem opportunities in Canada. Are success stories like Wealthsimple and Shopify repeatable? Covid has afforded us all the time to take stock on the past and present while considering a relaunch of the future. Will Canada get it right? Enjoy!Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an...
2020-10-161h 01
Fintech FridaysEP43 Taking the mortgage process from 40 days to minutesChris Grimes, Co-founder, and CEO of FundMore.ai chats with Tristram Waye about the mortgage market, inefficiencies, and entrepreneurship. Vetting mortgages by lending companies is a complex process involving several parties and considerable time. Whether a first-time buyer or doing a refinancing, this process can last up to 40 days. The conversation explores the mortgage process, its deficiencies, and how technology is being used to enhance this financial transaction. Enjoy!Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network.
2020-10-0941 min
Fintech FridaysEP42 Insights into the Teen Banking Sector and Improving the Financial Well-being of FamiliesRim Charkani, the Co-Founder & CEO of WALO connects with NCFA Founder, Craig Asano, to discuss why Teen Banking is a growing opportunity for banks, and why financial wellness education is more crucial than ever for both kids and families. Did you know women in Canada weren't allowed to open a bank account without a man's signature until 1965? They navigate the history, psychology, cultural differences, and the need to improve Canada's financial literacy gaps and personal finances in every day life. Enjoy!Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us...
2020-10-0259 min
Fintech FridaysEP41 40% pandemic growth, taking risks and innovating Insurtech in CanadaDanish Yusuf of Zensurance joins Craig Asano for the kickoff episode of Season 3 of Fintech Fridays. They discuss Danish's entrepreneurial journey, the story behind the creation of Zensurance and dive into what it's like adding 40% new staff during the pandemic to sustain growth, and innovating B2B insurance products for small businesses in Canada. Enjoy!Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network.ncfacanada.org/fintechcanada.io/fintechandfunding.com/Subscribe to NCFA's...
2020-09-2146 min
Fintech FridaysEP40 Why Bitcoin Exists and Education for the Masses with Austin HubbellOn this episode our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Austin Hubbell from Consilum Crypto. They chat about how quarantine is going, the state crypto and much more. Enjoy!Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network.ncfacanada.org/fintechcanada.io/fintechandfunding.com/Subscribe to NCFA's weekly newsletterhttps://ncfacanada.org/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access...
2020-05-2219 min
Fintech FridaysEP39 The power of digitization and how to get Exponential Fintech FridaysIn this episode of Fintech Friday, Tristram Waye has an in-depth conversation with James Wallace, Co-founder and CEO of Exponential.io The discussion looks at:● Exponential thinking and why it’s hard but necessary● How Exponential sees the digital world, and their unique full stack approach to it● Why the private markets are both archaic and a gigantic untapped opportunity for digitization● Why accreditation decides what gets built, and why that needs to change, and much moreBe sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. T...
2020-04-2254 min
Fintech FridaysEP38 Why identity matters in an evolving online environmentDavid Lucatch of KABN Networks North America joins Tristram Waye for this episode of Fintech Friday. David discusses why identity is a foundational element of the evolving online and data environment, and why KABN Networks North America has developed a business around it. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2020-03-2536 min
Fintech FridaysEP37 Funding is Female with Jill Earthy Fintech FridaysOn this episode of NCFA's Fintech Fridays Podcast, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Jill Earthy the Head of Female Funders. The talk about what the Angel Academy is, why female funders matter, and the holistic approach to innovation. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2019-09-1323 min
Fintech FridaysTechfins with Michael R. King Fintech Friday's Ep 36On this episode of the Fintech Friday's Podcast, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Prof. Michael R. King, Lansdowne Chair in Finance, Gustavson School of Business, University of Victoria. They chat about transformational fintech, big tech vs techfins and fintech 3.0. Enjoy!Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network.ncfacanada.org/fintechcanada.io/fintechandfunding.com/Subscribe to NCFA's weekly newsletterhttps://ncfacanada.org/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/ This is a public...
2019-08-2326 min
Fintech FridaysAutonomous Alternative Lending With Vit Arnautov of Turnkey Lender Fintech Fridays EP 35On this episode of NCFA's Fintech Fridays Podcast, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Vit Arnautov from Turnkey Lender. They chat about how AI will help the lending space, underbanked countries and why cloud lending is a trillion dollar industry. Enjoy!Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network.ncfacanada.org/fintechcanada.io/fintechandfunding.com/Subscribe to NCFA's weekly newsletterhttps://ncfacanada.org/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/ This is a public episode...
2019-08-0925 min
Fintech FridaysGrowth Accelerated with Brendan Dunn Fintech Friday's EP 34On this week's episode of NCFA's Fintech Friday's Podcast, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Brendan Dunn the Managing partner of the Holt Accelerator program. They talk about why are accelerators are important, how the can find the right companies and what their Fintech Show is. Enjoy!Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network.ncfacanada.org/fintechcanada.io/fintechandfunding.com/Subscribe to NCFA's weekly newsletterhttps://ncfacanada.org/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/
2019-07-0524 min
Fintech FridaysIndexing Consumer Loans with Philipp Postrehovsky Fintech Friday's EP 33On this week's episode of NCFA's Fintech Friday Podcast, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Philipp Postrehovsky the SVP of Marketing at Progressa. They chat about the results of Progressa's Annual State of the Non-Prime Canadian Consumers Survey, incorporating behavioural characteristics into underwriting decisions, helping borrowers become more financially literate and improve their credit scores. Enjoy!Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network.ncfacanada.org/fintechcanada.io/fintechandfunding.com/Subscribe...
2019-06-0119 min
Fintech FridaysRallying behind Bitcoin with Frederick T. Pye EP32On this week's episode of NCFA's Fintech Friday Podcast, our host sits down with Frederick T. Pye from 3iQ. The chat about bitcoin trusts, ETF's and rallying behind bitcoin. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2019-05-2427 min
Fintech FridaysBlockchain Law with Jason Saltzman Fintech Friday's EP 31On this episode of the Fintech Friday's Podcast, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Jason Saltzman partner at Gowlings WLG law firm. They chat about how to make your ICO compliant, Blockchain in law and how to create a business structure.Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2019-05-1430 min
Fintech FridaysEP30 The Future of Canadian Crypto With Andrei PoliakovOn this episode of the Fintech Fridays Podcast, our Host Manseeb Khan sat down with Andrei Poliakov the CEO of Coinberry. They chatted about the future of Coinberry, the power of blockchain and his favorite failure. Enjoy This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2019-04-0128 min
Fintech FridaysEP29 The Future of Canadian Securities with Richard CarletonOn this Episode of the Fintech Friday's Podcast, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Richard Carleton the CEO of the Canadian Securities Exchange. They chat about the future of Canadian Securities, STO's and Icelandic mining being the next big thing.Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2019-03-2232 min
Fintech FridaysEP28 Rethinking Brokers with Muhammad RashidOn this episode of the Fintech Friday's Podcast, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Muhammad Rashid the CEO of Moregidge. They chatted about how to find a broker that will work for you, how they are revolutionizing the mortgage space and their plans for the future. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2019-03-0827 min
Fintech FridaysEP27 Blockchain Gaming with Shidan GouranOn this week's episode of the Fintech Friday's Podcast our host Manseeb Khan sits down with the CEO of Global Blockchain Technologies Shidan Gouran. They chat about acquiring X2 games, Facebook getting into the blockchain, and the future of Fortnight. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2019-03-0229 min
Fintech FridaysCrowd raising with Peter-Paul Van Hoeken-FFP26On this episode of the Fintech Friday Podcast, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Peter-Paul Van Hoeken the CEO of Frontfundr. They chat about crowd raising, drinking your own whiskey and the future of Canadain crowdfunding. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2019-02-2330 min
Fintech FridaysUnlock the world with Kate Guimbellot and Jason Sosnowski- FFP25On this episode of the Fintech Friday's Podcast our host, Manseeb Khan sits down with Kate Guimbellot and Jason Sosnowski from the TravelCoin Foundation. They chat about bringing Free Wi-Fi to the world, blockchain in medicine and how their ICO is different from the rest. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2019-02-1937 min
Fintech FridaysRe-imagining Philanthropy with Daryl Hatton - FFP24On this Episode of the Fintech Friday's Podcast, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Daryl Hatton the CEO of Connection Point. They chatted about microprojects, saving little girls and puppies and how to get hooked on Philanthropy. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2019-02-0840 min
Fintech FridaysFintech Fridays EP 23 : Justin HartzmanOn this episode of the Fintech Fridays Podcast, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Justin Hartzman the CEO of Coinsmart. They chat about education the average Canadian on crypto, the future of digital wallets and the new wave of insure-tech. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2019-02-0130 min
Fintech FridaysFintech Fridays EP 22 : Amar NijjarOn this episode of the Fintech Friday's Podcast, our Manseeb Khan sits down with Amar Nijjar the CEO of R2 investments. They chat about how R2 is helping innovate the real estate space, the Ontario's Securities commission hitting their 25% burden reduction goal, and Canada becoming a force to be reckoned with. Enjoy!Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network.ncfacanada.org/fintechcanada.io/fintechandfunding.com/Subscribe to NCFA's weekly newsletterhttps...
2019-01-2826 min
Fintech FridaysFintech Fridays EP 21 : Hussein HallakOn this episode NCFA Fintech Friday's host Manseeb Khan sits down with Hussein Hallak the CEO of NextDecentrum. They chat about AI in the education space, mentorship, and what decentralized innovation looks like to him. Enjoy ! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2019-01-2141 minFintech FridaysFintech Friday Ep 20 : Mauricio Di BartolomeoTo kick off Season 2 of the Fintech Fridays NCFA show host Manseeb Khan sits down with the CSO of Ledn Inc.. Mauricio Di Bartolomeo. They chatted about what crypto backed loans are, going global and saving the world. Enjoy!Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network.ncfacanada.org/fintechcanada.io/fintechandfunding.com/Subscribe to NCFA's weekly newsletterhttps://ncfacanada.org/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/ This is a public episode. If you would...
2019-01-1128 min
Cases Sur TableCases sur table #13 (S02E03)Alors que le précédent épisode est sorti il y a à peine deux semaines, en voici déjà un nouveau ! Un numéro spécial, dans lequel l'équipe revient sur ses coups de coeur, déceptions et découvertes de l'année 2018.Et pouf, voici le programme (très chargé) de ce numéro :01:52 : "La petite fille aux allumettes", de Sanami Suzuki - Komikku (6 tomes, terminée)08:35 : "Area 51", de Masato Hisa - Casterman (15 tomes, terminée)15:07 : "Radiant", de Tony Valente - Ankama (10 tomes, en cours)18:39 : "Fire Punch", de Tatsuki Fujimoto - Kaze (8 tomes, terminée)
2018-12-203h 45Fintech FridaysFintech Fridays EP 19 : Alan WunscheOn this episode, NCFA Fintech Friday's host Manseeb Khan sits down with Alan Wunsche the CEO of TokenFunder. They chat about ICO's funding startups, tokenization of businesses and buying real estate through tokens. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2018-11-2346 min
The Comics AlternativeOur Sixth Annual Thanksgiving Show Thanksgiving is tomorrow, and Sterg and Derek gather around the ol' podcasting dinner table to share some of the creators, publishers, locales, and and concepts they're thankful for this year . Among the many things they mention are the plentitude of comics today Inio Asano's new series, Dead Dead Deamon's Dededede Destruction Charles Forsman VIZ Media's new Perfect Editions of Naoki Urasawa's 20th Century Boys The Nib New York Review Comics comics-centric cons TwoMorrows Press Craig Yoe publishers who use Kickstarter to get their seasonal works out Heroes Aren't Hard to Find, The Comics Experience, and other gre...
2018-11-2100 min
Fintech FridaysFintech Friday Ep 18 : Charlene CieslikOn this episode, NCFA Fintech Fridays host Manseeb Khan sits down with Charlene Cieslik the Chief Anti-Money Laundering Officer at Coinsquare. They talk about not everyone using crypto is a terrorist, cape shopping and guidance in the crypto space. Enjoy. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2018-11-1640 min
Fintech FridaysFintech Friday Ep 17 : Asad NaeemOn this episode, NCFA Fintech Friday's host Manseeb Khan sits down with the co-founder and president of Fortuna Asad Naeem. They chatted about how AI can supplement salespeople, the excitement behind computer vision and the future of business AI. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2018-11-0919 min
Fintech FridaysFintech Friday Ep 16 : Cato PastollOn this episode NCFA Fintech Friday's host Manseeb Khan sits down with the CEO of Lending Loop Cato Pastoll. They chat about what opening banking is, how it might look like an app store, and how it gives power back to consumers. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2018-11-0230 min
Fintech FridaysFintech Friday Ep 15 : Michael ZavetOn this episode, NCFA Fintech Fridays host Manseeb Khan sit's down with Michael Zavet the CEO of Hyperion Exchange a crypto securities exchange. They talked about the importance of security token offerings( STO), how to regulate STOs, and the potential marriage of cannabis and crypto. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2018-10-2626 min
Fintech FridaysFintech Friday Ep 14 : Saroop BharwaniOn this episode, NCFA Fintech Friday's host Manseeb Khan sits down Saroop Bharwani. Founder of Senso, a data intelligence platform for the financial services industry. They chat about regulations in the AI space, fears of AI taking over the world and how screens and machines are as important as the birds and the bees. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2018-10-2036 min
Fintech FridaysFintech Friday Ep 13: Ali PourdadOn this episode, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Ali Pourdad the CEO of Progressa who recently closed out an $84 million dollar round. The talked about P2P loans, loan services operating within the blockchain and why being people first business matters. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2018-10-1433 min
Fintech FridaysFintech Friday Ep 12: Mathieu GlaudeOn this week's episode of the Fintech Friday$ podcast our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Mathieu Glaude the CEO and president of Northern Block. They talk about having a sovereign digital identity, the excitement behind stable coins and why supply chain in blockchain shouldn't be overlooked. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2018-10-0527 min
Fintech FridaysFintech Friday Ep 11 : Paul SchulteOn this weeks episode our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Paul Schulte Founder & Editor of Schulte Research, whose insights have reshaped the finance world for the past 30 years. They talk about how Amazon is the biggest bank in the world, China being 2 generations ahead compared to the West, and what his next book could be about it. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2018-09-2821 min
Fintech FridaysFintech Friday Ep 10 : Brice PenaudOn this episode, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with the CEO of Commercial Passport Brice Penaud. They chat about what KYC looks like in blockchain, how fintech and regtech can work alongside with governments, and the benefits of creating a digital identity. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2018-09-2120 min
Fintech FridaysFintech Friday Ep 9: Johnathan HollandOn this episode, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with the CEO and the founder of Curexe Johnathan Holland to chat about their new product called SmartPay! They also talked about how A.I is going to touch the payments and every other industry, regulations that could be in place when accepting crypto and many more. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2018-09-1420 min
Fintech FridaysFintech Friday Ep 8 : Juwan LeeOn this episode, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Juwan Lee the founder and CEO of NexChange. They talked about institutions investing in crypto, some the up and coming players in the market and China being pro blockchain. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2018-09-0713 min
Fintech FridaysFintech Friday Ep 7: Gary SchwartzThis week our host Manseeb Khan sits down with GarySchwartz the Managing Director of Pegasus Fintech. They covered how to structure an ICO, to surgary donuts, and impact investing. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2018-08-3134 min
Fintech FridaysFintech Friday Ep 6 : Henri ArslanianOn this episode, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Henri Arslanian, PwC FinTech & Crypto Leader for Asia and Chairman of the FinTech Association of Hong Kong. They talk about future institutions in crypto, Why Hong Kong is a home away from home to him and to other fellows Canadians and his best practices. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2018-08-2423 min
Fintech FridaysFintech Friday Ep 5 : Frans Tjallingii:On this episode, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Frans Tjallingii the CEO and Co-founder of First Coin Capital that got bought up by Galaxy digital. They covered where they see the future of blockchain heading, how token could be used as securities and Galaxy Digital Canada's plan moving forward. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2018-08-1720 minFintech FridaysNCFA Fintech Fridays Ep 4: Amy Y. Wan, Founder & CEO, Sagewise (Smart Contract Dispute Resolution)On this episode, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with LA legal tech entrepreneur Amy Wan, the CEO/Founder of Sagewise, a smart contracts dispute resolution startup. They talk about why smart contact safety nets are important, the bridge between legal tech and fintech and how Amy closed out her seed round while being pregnant. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2018-08-1019 min
Fintech FridaysNCFA Fintech Fridays Ep 3: Peggy Van de PlasscheOn this episode, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with the incredible Peggy Van de Plassche, talking about how Canada is going to be the Israel of AI, why it's important to have founders that have diversity in mind and many more. Enjoy This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2018-08-0324 min
Fintech FridaysNCFA Fintech Fridays Ep 2: Sue BrittonOn this episode of the Fintech Friday Podcast, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with the legendary Sue Britton and talk about what Canada has to do to stay competitive in the fintech space, Canada being super hot to outside investors, and why diversty is going to revolutionize finance. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2018-07-2734 minFintech FridaysNCFA Fintech Fridays Ep 1: Samir BandaliTo kick off the first episode of NCFA’s Fintech Friday Podcast, our host Manseeb Khan is joined by Samir Bandali from CoinPayments, to talk about the future of crypto from its role today and its role in the future. CoinPayments offers online merchants an option to accept cryptocurrency as a form of payment and works with over 700+ altcoins. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ncfa.substack.com
2018-07-2015 min
11 O'Clock Comics PodcastImage-O-Rama, manga, and more!The Dam Keeper by Robert Kondo and Dice Tsutsumi from :01 First Second, Image-O-Rama: Flavor #1 by Joe Keatinge, Wook Jin Clark, Tamara Bonvillan, and Rich Tommaso, Mark Millar and The Magic Order, The Gravediggers Union by Wes Craig, Toby Cypress, and Niko Guardia, Street Angel Goes to Juvie by Jim Rugg and Brian Maruca, The Black Monday Murders by Jonathan Hickman and Tomm Coker, Death or Glory by Rick Remender and Bengal, and Royal City by Jeff Lemire, Dead Dead Demon's Dededede Destruction Volume 1 by Inio Asano from Viz Select, Deadpool 2, The Hunt for Wolverine, Bizarre Manga Artist Shintaro Kago's P...
2018-05-243h 12The Comics AlternativeOur Fifth Annual Thanksgiving Show Thanksgiving is tomorrow, and the folks at The Comics Alternative all gather around the virtual table to share what they are thankful for in terms of comics and comics culture. Pulling up a seat this year are Gwen, Paul, Sean, Gene, Edward, and Derek. Among the many things that they're thankful for are First Second's Science Comics and Secret Coders series, local comics shops (Comix Revolution in Evanston, IL, and Heroes Aren't Hard to Find in Charlotte, NC) and local conventions (such as CAKE), being able to meet your comics heroes, such as Gary Panter and T...
2017-11-2200 min
Legends of S.H.I.E.L.D.: A Marvel Studios TV & Film Fan PodcastONE SHOT: Thor Ragnarok 2017 Review (A Marvel Fancast) LoS218The Legends Of S.H.I.E.L.D. Director SP, Agent Haley and Agent Lauren discuss the 2017 Marvel Studios film Thor: Ragnarok. The agents then finish up the show by running down some weekly Marvel news and responding to listener feedback. Specific topics include: the history of Ragnarok by Lauren, when Middle Earth Elves go bad they go Marvel bad, what the heck happened with Sif and the Warriors Three, why we need more pamphlets, and why Odin is a terrible Dad
THIS TIME ON LEGENDS OF S.H.I.E.L.D.:
Thor...
2017-11-201h 17
Spoilers!Thor: Ragnarok (2017) - Spoilers! #127$Mikey, Brett, and Pappy spoil the latest MCU Movie- Thor: Ragnarok
Imprisoned on the other side of the universe, the mighty Thor finds himself in a deadly gladiatorial contest that pits him against the Hulk, his former ally and fellow Avenger. Thor's quest for survival leads him in a race against time to prevent the all-powerful Hela from destroying his home world and the Asgardian civilization.
Release date: November 3, 2017 (USA)
Director: Taika Waititi
Box office: 427 million USD
Budget: 180 million USD
Music composed by: Mark Mothersbaugh
Critic reviews
The Marvel Cinematic Universe's most audacious entry so far, Thor's third stand-alone movie...
2017-11-1221 min
Ontario Creates PodcastsCraig Asano - "The Ins and Outs of Equity Crowdfunding in Ontario"Find out how equity crowdfunding, available in Ontario since early 2016, can help your company raise capital.
Craig Asano, Founder and Executive Director, National Crowdfunding Association of Canada
2017-03-2816 minThe Comics AlternativeEpisode 220: Our Favorite Comics of 2016 Time Codes: 00:01:50 - Introduction 00:03:37 - Setting up our favorites 00:07:16 - Year-end statistics 00:15:54 - Our favorites of 2016 01:43:22 - Wrapping up our favorites, and honorable mentions 01:48:55 - Contact us This is the last regular review episode of 2016, and as the Two Guys with PhDs do annually, they use their final show of the year to share their favorite comics from the past twelve months. Both Andy and Derek have each chosen what he considers the 10 best of 2016 -- and in no particular order -- but neither has shared his list with the other until the recor...
2016-12-2800 min