Episode #289: Chrissa McFarlane
First-generation immigrant and founder of Patientory, Chrissa McFarlane is on a mission to return healthcare data control to the people it belongs to—patients. In this Clicks & Bricks conversation, she shares how a career spanning research, hospital programs, and consulting led her to build a web3, blockchain-based platform that gives consumers true custodianship of their medical records. If you care about access, prevention, and real-world innovation in health tech, this one hits home.
Episode #255: Jasveen Kaur
Jasveen Kaur, Clime DAO — Tokenizing Everyday Climate Action Jasveen Kaur is the founder of Clime DAO, a Web3-powered platform designed to turn everyday sustainability steps into verifiable, tradable rewards. With 15+ years in software and product management across giants like Bosch and Fidelity, she’s channeling deep tech experience into a practical path for households, employees, and communities to reduce carbon footprints and get rewarded for it. Clime DAO’s thesis is simple and bold: make climate action easy (Web2 UX), verify it transparently (blockchain + AI/ML), and incentivize it meaningfully (tokens + marketplace). Jasveen’s team positions the product as a “carbon bank as a service”—so organizations can launch pilot programs fast, no crypto wallet required on day one. Top 5 Takeaways from the Episode: Start Web2, graduate to Web3: Onboarding is frictionless—users complete actions first; wallets and on-chain elements come later when value is clear. Work tokens, not pay-to-play: Tokens are earned via real climate actions, then used for DAO participation and carbon-credit monetization. Action Journeys people can actually do: Launching with Energy and Mobility categories (e.g., LED lighting upgrades, eco-driving, hybrid/EV adoption) with clear dollar savings and token rewards. Trust through verification: Clime DAO uses proof-of-stake plus AI/ML to validate emissions reductions and create a transparent provenance trail for every token. Built for scale and efficiency: Runs on Polygon for low fees and a carbon-efficient chain; offered to organizations (employees, customers, residents) as SaaS with flexible, pilot-friendly pricing. Watch the full episode now on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HyvlZvZ96yA Memorable Quote: “We don’t want technology to be a barrier… we want it to be an enabler.” Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Jasveen Globe
Episode #238: Brian Zwerner
Brian Zwerner — Beyond The Game Network: Turning Pro Athletes into Startup Powerhouses Brian Zwerner is an investor and advisor in sports, media, web3, and fitness — and the founder of Beyond The Game Network in Atlanta. After two decades in capital markets and a successful fintech exit, Brian pivoted to startups, media, and athlete-led venture building. His story is a playbook for pairing hard-won finance chops with the grit and mindset of professional athletes. From Wharton to investment banking to founding Sportal, Brian’s journey shows how to spot real problems, pivot fast, and build communities that create outsized opportunity. Today, he and his partners back companies where athletes can move the needle through credibility, access, and content — not just capital. Key Takeaways: Fintech to founder: Built Aquina Health, a tech-enabled lender serving doctors and healthcare providers waiting 30–90 days on reimbursements; scaled and sold to a strategic. Pivot with purpose: Launched Sportal Space (the “OpenTable for gyms/fields”), hit school-district roadblocks, then pivoted to a high school sports media and live-streaming business. Loved by the community, tough to monetize — and ultimately shut down. Birth of Beyond The Game: Partnered with former NFL DT Andre Fluellen to help athletes find second careers and equity opportunities in startups without writing big checks. Influence over income: Their model lets athletes earn sweat equity as brand ambassadors, creators, and door-openers to leagues, teams, and media groups — while business/tech investors fund the rounds. Wild bets that fit: Fan Controlled Football — seven-on-seven arena football where fans pick plays live — exemplifies their “entertainment + athlete edge” thesis, alongside bets in gaming, fantasy, wearables, and web3. Catch the full story on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLRbyYw08gw Memorable Quote: “Athletes make the best entrepreneurs.” Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Brian Linkedin Globe
Justin Gallo – Founder of Gallo Labs and Creator of Raging Roosters NFTs
Tania Khazaal (Tanya the Herbalist), CEO of Your Life Tania Khazaal—better known as Tanya the Herbalist—is a coach, creator, and community builder helping people reclaim health, purpose, and agency. After witnessing her mother’s decline on pharmaceuticals, Tania dove into herbalism, rebuilt her own well-being, and transformed a tea side-hustle into a seven-figure, mission-driven brand. Today, through CEO of Your Life and her She’s Empowered community, she champions faith, emotional resilience, and practical daily habits that create lasting change. In this episode, Tania shares how she shifted from corporate life and basement tea packing to digital products, courses, and coaching—while keeping her compass set on faith, family, and service. Her framework centers on four pillars (inner world/spirituality, lifestyle & well-being, relationships, and vision/legacy) and a deceptively simple cadence: 18 minutes a day. Top Takeaways From crisis to calling: Her mother’s health battle sparked a deep dive into herbalism and holistic healing, leading to a purpose-led business. Product → platform: Moving from physical teas to ebooks, funnels, and courses unlocked scale and financial freedom. Four-pillar operating system: Inner world (faith), health, relationships, and vision—progress across all four creates durable happiness. Relationships matter: She spotlights estrangement as a “silent epidemic” and teaches emotional regulation over cut-off culture. 18 minutes a day: Small, daily commitments compound to ~100 hours/year—enough to change your health, business, and life. Ready to be the CEO of your life? Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42QHMV4EYW0 (search: “Clicks and Bricks Tanya the Herbalist”) Memorable Quote: “You can literally change your entire life in 10 years with 18 minutes a day.” Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Tania Linkedin Instagram Facebook
Episode #157: Founder of Serotonin Creative – Casey Hogue
Guest Spotlight: Casey Hogue – Founder of Serotonin Creative Meet Casey Hogue, the visionary founder of Serotonin Creative, a branding and creative consultancy driven by empathy, authenticity, and purpose. After nearly five years as a creative director at E. & J. Gallo Winery, Casey made a bold leap—leaving behind the security of corporate life to build a company that aligned with his passion for impactful storytelling and doing good in the world. With a unique blend of art school creativity and scientific curiosity, Casey brings a refreshing perspective to the modern marketing landscape. His mission? Help brands tap into their core values, build tribes, and create meaningful connections that inspire action. Key Takeaways from the Episode: Creativity over everything: Analytics are essential, but creativity is timeless and irreplaceable. “We’ve been creative for over 120,000 years… I’m taking creativity every time.” Start with why: Like Apple, the most successful brands don’t lead with features—they lead with values and vision. Know your tribe: Great marketing speaks to someone—and just as importantly, not to everyone. Marketing is neuroscience: Serotonin, dopamine, oxytocin—understanding human emotion is the key to effective branding. Web3 is a renaissance: NFTs and smart contracts are changing the game for creators—Casey believes this era is the “digital art renaissance.” Ready to dive in?Watch the full episode of Clicks & Bricks Podcast Ep. 157 with Casey Hogue and explore the future of branding, creativity, and digital innovation:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rG0Wal5q1MU Memorable Quote: “Creativity and communication are just fundamental human things… if you understand them well and do them right, everything else falls into place.” Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Casey Linkedin Globe
Episode #156: Clocktower Advisors – Todd Nilson
Todd Nilson of Clocktower Advisors: Building Communities That Matter in the Digital Age Todd Nilson, founder of Clocktower Advisors, is a seasoned strategist who helps businesses create thriving online communities with purpose and longevity. From his roots in online gaming forums to helping global brands drive community engagement, Todd brings a deep understanding of how connection, trust, and technology intersect to fuel modern business growth. In Episode 156 of Clicks & Bricks Podcast, Todd breaks down what it takes to build a sustainable, meaningful online community that delivers real value—not just vanity metrics. Top 5 Takeaways from Todd’s Episode: Start Small, Go Deep: The most successful communities begin with just 5–25 core members who truly believe in the mission. Trust is Everything: Build trust on three levels—technology, transparency, and peer-to-peer relationships within the group. Let It Evolve: Don’t over-architect your community. Start simple and let your members guide its growth through real engagement. Community is Not Just Online: Online and offline experiences work together—live events can ignite loyalty and deepen connections. Web3 Is Coming: Decentralized identity, NFTs, and DAOs are set to transform how we build, join, and interact in digital communities. Want to learn how to build a loyal community that actually helps your business grow?Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uRVO4ZZSWbo Memorable Quote: “We’re way too focused on how big a community is. If just 25 members are driving value, that can be a six-figure business.” Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Todd Linkedin Globe
Episode #141: John Medina Buys Houses – Julio
Julio Saiz of The Motor Chain: Driving Classic Cars Into the Future with Blockchain Julio Saiz is the founder of The Motor Chain, a cutting-edge platform that merges blockchain technology with the love of classic cars. A lifelong car enthusiast and seasoned IT executive, Julio left his high-powered corporate job to solve a major problem in the classic car world—preserving and verifying a vehicle’s full history in a trustworthy, tamper-proof way. Julio’s story is a masterclass in commitment, vision, and marrying passion with profession. On Episode 141 of Clicks & Bricks, he walks us through how he turned his idea into a global platform—and how The Motor Chain is helping car collectors preserve not just cars, but legacies. Top 5 Takeaways from Episode 141: Preserve Vehicle History with Blockchain: The Motor Chain lets users create a “digital twin” of their car, complete with service records, ownership timeline, and more—secured by blockchain. From Corporate to Creator: Julio left his executive IT job and built his startup from a PowerPoint and a vision. Web3 with Purpose: He didn’t use blockchain because it was trendy—he validated it as the right tool to solve a real-world problem. Cash Flow Is Oxygen: Julio stressed the importance of planning both personal and business cash flow before taking the leap. Classic Cars Are Big Business: Proper documentation alone can increase a vehicle’s value by 10–15%. Julio is helping car owners protect their history—and their investment—with every vehicle added to The Motor Chain. Whether you’re a collector, enthusiast, or entrepreneur looking to build something new, this episode is a must-watch. Watch the full interview now on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gLPAFlDVZtc Memorable Quote: “If blockchain didn’t exist, I would’ve had to invent it to solve this problem.” — Julio Saiz Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Julio Linkedin Globe