🎧 New Episode of The Future Money Podcast

On this episode of The Future Money Podcast, host Kokayi traveled to Mexico City for the Interledger Summit. Here, he had the opportunity to catch up with some of our panelists, workshop conveners, and summit participants to talk about what financial inclusion means globally.

A special thanks to our guests:

• Afua Bruce
• Amy Sample Ward
• Bowie State
• Tomisin Laniyi
• Faefe Ahworegba
• Emmanuel Osuntuyi
• Hugo Gutierrez
• Maria Francis
• Mijan Celithio-Biaz
• Nandini Harihareswara
• Sheena Allen
• Sophia Callender
• Dr. Wilneida Negron

If you missed this year’s Interledger Summit, visit our YouTube Page and watch the livestreams of Day 1 and Day 2 here.

🎙️ Tune in now and be part of the conversation. You can find all of our previous episodes here.

#FutureMoney #Interledger #OpenFinance

The Interledger Salon now has its very own podcast feed!

Dive into inspiring conversations from our community of innovators and stay connected to the ideas shaping the future.

Follow the link to listen and subscribe to the Interledger Salon today! Stay up to date with new episodes by following us on Castopod, or subscribe to Future Money on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app.

Theme Music:

• Season 2: “Flow States” by Kokayi Walker
• Season 1 (Episodes 0–21): “Summer Instrumental” by NazAlakai, from the Tribe of Noise — Tribeofnoise.com

The Future | Money podcast is presented by the Interledger Foundation and licensed to the public under a Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 License.

🎧 New Episode of The Future Money Podcast On this episode of The Future Money Podcast, host Kokayi talks to Casey Ariel, Founder & CEO of Blaze Group, about her path from structuring multi-billion-dollar credit facilities for major tech corporations to creating a fintech education and training platform transforming how money moves through communities. Casey is currently working with the Interledger Foundation as a Strategic Lead to expand Interledger’s reach across financial institutions, colleges, and fintech communities concentrated in underbanked regions.

To learn more about Casey Ariel and her activities, follow her website: https://www.blazegroup.io/ and https://www.iamcaseyariel.com/

🎙️ Tune in now and be part of the conversation. You can find all of our previous episodes here. or Stay up to date with new episodes by following us on Castopod, or subscribe to Future Money on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app.

#FutureMoney #Interledger #OpenFinance

The Interledger Salon now has its very own podcast feed!

Dive into inspiring conversations from our community of innovators and stay connected to the ideas shaping the future.

Follow the link to listen and subscribe to the Interledger Salon today! Stay up to date with new episodes by following us on Castopod, or subscribe to Future Money on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app.

Theme Music:

• Season 2: “Flow States” by Kokayi Walker
• Season 1 (Episodes 0–21): “Summer Instrumental” by NazAlakai, from the Tribe of Noise — Tribeofnoise.com

The Future | Money podcast is presented by the Interledger Foundation and licensed to the public under a Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 License.

In this episode of The Future Money Podcast, presented by the Interledger Foundation, host Lawil Karama announces the new host, Kokayi Issa, a longtime community member and former ambassador for Grant for the Web. He discusses his journey into digital financial inclusion and his work with various innovative projects, including designing the Future Money Grant Program.

The conversation touches on the importance of inclusive design in financial services and the need to consider cultural nuances when creating technology. As Kokayi takes over as host, he aims to continue fostering meaningful discussions about the future of digital finance while bringing fresh perspectives and voices to the podcast.

The Interledger Salon now has its very own podcast feed!

Dive into inspiring conversations from our community of innovators and stay connected to the ideas shaping the future.

Follow the link to listen and subscribe to the Interledger Salon today! Stay up to date with new episodes by following us on Castopod, or subscribe to Future Money on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app.

Theme Music:

• Season 2: “Flow States” by Kokayi Walker
• Season 1 (Episodes 0–21): “Summer Instrumental” by NazAlakai, from the Tribe of Noise — Tribeofnoise.com

The Future | Money podcast is presented by the Interledger Foundation and licensed to the public under a Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 License.

On this episode of The Future Money Podcast, hosts Ayesha Ware and Chris Lawrence are in conversation with ILF Grantee and community member Adam Waring.

Back in March, Adam announced that gFam, an awesome storytelling platform where creators earn tips and web monetization micro-payments, was shutting down. We had an insightful discussion with Adam on why that decision was made, his thoughts on Web Monetization, and what his next moves might be.

The Interledger Salon now has its very own podcast feed!

Dive into inspiring conversations from our community of innovators and stay connected to the ideas shaping the future.

Follow the link to listen and subscribe to the Interledger Salon today! Stay up to date with new episodes by following us on Castopod, or subscribe to Future Money on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app.

Theme Music:

• Season 2: “Flow States” by Kokayi Walker
• Season 1 (Episodes 0–21): “Summer Instrumental” by NazAlakai, from the Tribe of Noise — Tribeofnoise.com

The Future | Money podcast is presented by the Interledger Foundation and licensed to the public under a Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 License.

In this episode of The Future Money Podcast presented by The Interledger Foundation, host Lawil Karama interviews Carol Ann Hilton, CEO of the Indigenomics Institute and a leader in Indigenous economics. We discuss her book “Indigenomics: Taking a Seat at the Economic Table” and its emphasis on incorporating Indigenous perspectives into global economic frameworks. Hilton explores economic justice, sustainable business practices, and the significance of self-governance. The conversation showcases successful Indigenous business models and examines how digital financial inclusion impacts Indigenous communities. While the Indigenous economy is surging, full Indigenous economic participation remains limited. Hilton advocates for combining traditional knowledge with modern technologies such as AI and blockchain to advance economic and technological development. In this conversation, we are led towards the publication of her second book, “The Rise of Indigenous Economic Power.” Where racist practices such as Canada’s Indian Act thwarted Indigenous economic progress, the book deconstructs these historic and systemic barriers and presents an ethical response. To learn more about Carol Ann Hilton, please visit her website. Her books include “Indigenomics: Taking a Seat at the Economic Table” and her upcoming work “The Rise of Indigenous Economic Power”, which is now available for pre-order and ships after April 12th, 2025.

The Interledger Salon now has its very own podcast feed!

Dive into inspiring conversations from our community of innovators and stay connected to the ideas shaping the future.

Follow the link to listen and subscribe to the Interledger Salon today! Stay up to date with new episodes by following us on Castopod, or subscribe to Future Money on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app.

Theme Music:

• Season 2: “Flow States” by Kokayi Walker
• Season 1 (Episodes 0–21): “Summer Instrumental” by NazAlakai, from the Tribe of Noise — Tribeofnoise.com

The Future | Money podcast is presented by the Interledger Foundation and licensed to the public under a Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 License.

Welcome to the Future Money Podcast. In this episode, host Lawil Karama speaks with Larissa Lamporsad and Kayee Au, co-founders of Kumquat, a product design and user strategy consultancy based in South Africa with global reach. They share their journeys and discuss how trust, simplicity, and dignity in designing financial services shape their work at Kumquat. The discussion explores the importance of cultural relevance and ethical solutions, highlighting how thoughtful design drives innovation and meaningful change in today’s digital finance landscape. To learn more about Kumquat, please visit their website or reach out to Kayee Au or Laurisha Rampersad.

The Interledger Salon now has its very own podcast feed!

Dive into inspiring conversations from our community of innovators and stay connected to the ideas shaping the future.

Follow the link to listen and subscribe to the Interledger Salon today! Stay up to date with new episodes by following us on Castopod, or subscribe to Future Money on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app.

Theme Music:

• Season 2: “Flow States” by Kokayi Walker
• Season 1 (Episodes 0–21): “Summer Instrumental” by NazAlakai, from the Tribe of Noise — Tribeofnoise.com

The Future | Money podcast is presented by the Interledger Foundation and licensed to the public under a Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 License.

In this episode of the Future|Money Podcast, we sit down with Santosh Viswanatham, a seasoned engineer and open-source advocate from Hyderabad, India. We explore Santosh’s personal journey, the impact of digital financial inclusion in India, and his active role in the open-source movement, particularly in web monetization and financial technology. Santosh shares his firsthand experience of how India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) revolutionized the financial landscape, bringing millions into the banking system and enabling seamless digital transactions. The conversation leads us to the potential of web monetization, challenges in adopting new financial technologies, and examine how open-source collaboration can create a more equitable digital economy, drive innovation, and shape future financial systems.

This episode was recorded on April 4th, 2024.

The Interledger Salon now has its very own podcast feed!

Dive into inspiring conversations from our community of innovators and stay connected to the ideas shaping the future.

Follow the link to listen and subscribe to the Interledger Salon today! Stay up to date with new episodes by following us on Castopod, or subscribe to Future Money on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app.

Theme Music:

• Season 2: “Flow States” by Kokayi Walker
• Season 1 (Episodes 0–21): “Summer Instrumental” by NazAlakai, from the Tribe of Noise — Tribeofnoise.com

The Future | Money podcast is presented by the Interledger Foundation and licensed to the public under a Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 License.

In this special episode of the Future Money Podcast, we look back at a year off digital financial inclusion Through curated highlights from guest conversations. We explore the evolving landscape of digital transactions, the role of food in community building, and artists’ unique perspectives on value, universal payment systems, and innovative approaches to creating a more inclusive financial future. Join us as we revisit the moments that sparked meaningful discussions and highlighted remarkable progress in narrowing the financial gap.

Check out the full conversations featured in this episode, listed below!

• Mia Wright Ross - Loose Change
• Subhashish Panigrahi - Bring Down A Mountain
• Stefan Thomas, Evan Schwartz - Reimagine global payments with the creators of the Interledger
• Dr. Andrew Mangle - Taking the train to Digital Financial Inclusion
• Lena Ghaninejad - Liminal Matter
• Uchi Uchibeke - Redefining financial inclusion with Chimoney
• Esther Mwema - Sikhula Sonke: Living Archives of Afrofuturist Village Banking
• Xiaoji Song - Parallel Society
• Felipe Brugues, Ana Rodriguez, and Juan Carlos Leon - Re/Simulate
• Joran Greef - Architecture of Trust
• Carlijn Kingma - Waterworks of Money

The Interledger Salon now has its very own podcast feed!

Dive into inspiring conversations from our community of innovators and stay connected to the ideas shaping the future.

Follow the link to listen and subscribe to the Interledger Salon today! Stay up to date with new episodes by following us on Castopod, or subscribe to Future Money on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app.

Theme Music:

• Season 2: “Flow States” by Kokayi Walker
• Season 1 (Episodes 0–21): “Summer Instrumental” by NazAlakai, from the Tribe of Noise — Tribeofnoise.com

The Future | Money podcast is presented by the Interledger Foundation and licensed to the public under a Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 License.