

Charles Hoskinson
CEO and Founder of Input Output Global (IOHK), the company behind the Cardano blockchain. A mathematician by training, Hoskinson co-founded Ethereum in 2013.
Top 10 podcasts with Charles Hoskinson
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Jul 7, 2025 • 5h 4min
#215 Charles Hoskinson - Cardano Founder on the Secret DARPA AI Project That Became Siri
Charles Hoskinson, CEO and Founder of Input Output Global, is a pioneering figure in the cryptocurrency world and a co-founder of Ethereum. In this discussion, he reveals the origins of Siri, tracing it back to a secret DARPA project. He passionately explores the challenges faced by cryptocurrencies, particularly Cardano's innovative approach to decentralization. Hoskinson also dives into the potential applications of bioluminescent plants, his ventures in health innovation, and the intersection of quantum computing with cryptography.

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Jun 16, 2021 • 5h 5min
#192 – Charles Hoskinson: Cardano
Charles Hoskinson, founder of Cardano and co-founder of Ethereum, dives deep into the future of cryptocurrency. He discusses the evolution from Bitcoin to Cardano, highlighting its unique governance and scalability through innovations like Hydra. The conversation touches on the complexities of consensus in blockchain, the importance of oracles, and how digital identities can transform education in places like Ethiopia. With playful anecdotes about bison farming and the potential of mushrooms, Hoskinson elicits a thoughtful dialogue on technology’s role in personal and societal change.

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Jul 28, 2025 • 1h 26min
Charles Hoskinson: ADA Is A Better Investment Than BTC
Charles Hoskinson, founder of Cardano and co-founder of Ethereum, joins to discuss the future of cryptocurrencies and why ADA may outperform Bitcoin. He shares insights on the challenges facing crypto adoption and how politics are shaping the landscape. Charles delves into Cardano’s unique treasury strategies and its efficient model compared to Ethereum. With amusing anecdotes about bison management and a thrilling meteorite expedition, he combines personal tales with core blockchain innovations, making for an engaging and enlightening conversation.

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Jan 12, 2026 • 57min
Hoskinson Slams Trump's Crypto Involvement and David Sacks' Leadership
Charles Hoskinson, the visionary founder of Cardano, delves into the volatile intersection of crypto and politics. He critiques the impact of political memecoins, particularly the Trump-backed ones, on regulation and public perception. Hoskinson also shares his thoughts on the need for a balanced approach to digital asset regulation and the failure of leadership in the crypto space. With optimism, he outlines Cardano's future innovations and discusses the pressing challenges posed by AI versus quantum technology in the crypto landscape.

Apr 27, 2026 • 41min
Bitcoin Quantum Threat Accelerates!🚨Charles Hoskinson INTERVIEW🔥Cardano + Midnight
Charles Hoskinson, founder of Cardano and Input Output, is a blockchain entrepreneur focused on scalability, privacy and post-quantum resilience. He unpacks the accelerating quantum risk to Bitcoin and migration choices. He compares which platforms are prepared, explains Midnight’s privacy and accredited-investor flows, and discusses institutional, regulatory and fork dynamics shaping crypto’s future.

Apr 16, 2026 • 43min
Charles Hoskinson: I Solved Privacy (How I Did It…)
Charles Hoskinson, co-founder of Cardano and founder of Midnight, discusses a new privacy-focused meta-chain for easier multi-asset payments and account abstraction. He covers Midnight’s Web 2.5 positioning, token design, AI-driven security risks, post-quantum readiness, and urgent Bitcoin quantum-threat scenarios including BIP 361 and mitigation trade-offs.

Feb 26, 2026 • 3h 1min
“It’s a Big Club… And You’re Not In It” — Charles Hoskinson
Charles Hoskinson, entrepreneur and blockchain engineer who co-founded Ethereum and founded Cardano, discusses how blockchain can replace centralized control. He explores broken governance, rewiring incentives for accountability, opting out with crypto, prediction markets, and practical Web3 use-cases. Short, probing conversations about systems, decentralization, and rebuilding trust.

Feb 12, 2026 • 20min
Fighting for the Soul of Crypto: Charles Hoskinson on Institutional "Federation" and the Rise of AI Agents
Charles Hoskinson, founder and CEO of Input Output and Cardano co-founder, shares big-picture takes on crypto’s future. He discusses retail fatigue and the rise of institutional federated custody. He talks about pivoting toward consumer-friendly wallets and apps. He explains using AI agents and digital twins, and why quantum threats force protocol upgrades.

Jan 22, 2026 • 33min
Charles Hoskinson Warns Partisan Politics Could Kill Crypto in the U.S.
Charles Hoskinson, Founder of Input Output and creator of Cardano, shares his insights on the crypto landscape. He discusses why network growth isn't translating to token prices and highlights concerns about new U.S. legislation potentially favoring banks. Hoskinson warns of political corruption and the dangers of weaponized crypto policy. He also emphasizes the need for better user experiences in crypto, advocating for practical solutions like Lace ID for decentralized identity. His perspectives on geopolitical risks and recession further enrich the conversation.

Jan 11, 2026 • 1h
"I Lost $2.5 Billion While The Government Destroyed Crypto Investors" | Charles Hoskinson
Charles Hoskinson, the visionary founder of IOHK and Cardano, shares insights on the tumultuous crypto landscape shaped by regulatory chaos and market failures. He reflects on his staggering $2.5 billion loss yet maintains optimism for a future driven by innovative protocols that emphasize privacy and usability. Charles discusses the need for a fourth generation of crypto focused on simplifying user experience through smart compliance and intent-based transactions. He also critiques government missteps while advocating for a decentralized, globally-minded ecosystem.


