Sam Blackman

Overview

Sam Blackman is a co-founder at Nuvocargo [1]. Blackman maintains a presence on X at @srossblack [2].

Career history

1. AffiliateFeb 2025 to PresentBerkman Klein Center for Internet & Society at Harvard University
2. MOEntrepreneur in ResidenceJul 2025 to PresentMinistry of Awesome
3. ENBoard MemberApr 2025 to PresentEndeavor New Zealand
4. Co-Founder2023 to PresentNuvocargo
5. Co-Founder and CTO2018 to 2023Nuvocargo
6. SStrategic AdvisorJul 2025 to Jun 2026Sence
7. IPCo-Founder2018 to 2021Isolation Proof
8. RSSoftware Consultant2018 to 2019Red Squirrel Technologies

Education

1. Master of Laws - LLM2023 - 2024Harvard Law School
2. UOBachelor of Arts - BA, Logic and Computation/Symbolic Systems2005 - 2008University of Auckland
3. UOBachelor of Laws (Honours) - LLB(Hons)2009 - 2013University of Auckland

Media & appearances

• Let’s Talk About ThatApple Podcasts2026-03-24
  S2E10 Sam Blackman: The Quest to Develop Medicines for Children with Brain CancerIn this episode of Let’s Talk About That, Anirvan Ghosh speaks with Sam Blackman—pediatric neuro-oncologist, biotech founder, and storyteller—about the patients who shaped his life’s work and his search for a cure for children with brain cancer.
• 98 Not Out - The Cricket PodcastApple Podcasts2026-03-13
  Poet SAM BLACKMAN on 150 poems in 150 days to mark 150 years of Essex Cricket.Sam Blackman from Saffron Walden CC has written 150 poems in 150 days to celebrate 150 years of Essex Cricket. In this episode, he tells us about this splendid achievement and read out some of his favourite pieces. Also a look at India's inevitable vi
• Aussie LawnStarsApple Podcasts2026-03-01
  From Lawns to Livestock: Business journey with Brendan and Sam BlackmanIn this engaging conversation, Garry Ashton speaks with Brendan and Sam Blackman about their journey in running a lawn care and mobile butchery business in Mackay, Australia. They discuss the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, the importance of
• The Logan Blackman ShowApple Podcasts2026-02-16
  TLBS - Pipe Problems, Super Bowl LX Recap, Seahawks Suffocating Defense, Sam Darnold's Turnaround, Drake Maye Revisionism. Re-Ranking 2024 Draft ClassToday on the Logan Blackman Show, following a little opening monologue, we recap everything that happened in Super Bowl LX, which saw the Seattle Seahawks beat down the New England Patriots by the score 29-13. We go over each quarterbacks performances,
• Life on Orcas Island with Edee KulperApple Podcasts2025-11-11
  An Interview with Sam BlackmanSam Blackman is an Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Google Ventures, Founder and Former Head of Research and Development at Day One Biopharmaceuticals, a retired Pediatric Oncologist, an avid writer and storyteller having won two of The Moth's GrandSLAM sto
• Clinical TrialblazersApple Podcasts2025-05-13
  Bedside to Biotech: Dr. Sam Blackman on Building Trust, Storytelling in Science, and Pediatric Cancer InnovationIn this episode of Clinical Trialblazers, host Alberto Grignolo sits down with Dr. Sam Blackman, co-founder and former Chief Medical Officer of Day One Biopharmaceuticals, board member of the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation, Bonum Therapeutics and Cure
• The Logan Blackman ShowApple Podcasts2024-12-18
  TLBS - Travis Hunter Wins Heisman, Drew Allar Returns, Michael Penix Jr. Named Starter, 2024 Draft QB Followup, Continued Sam Darnold Dilemma, Josh Allen's Record Breaking SeasonToday on the Logan Blackman Show we react to Colorado's Travis Hunter being named as the 2024 Heisman Trophy winner, going over why he either did or didn't deserve the award and why the reaction on social media was so insane following the announcement. We then take time to discuss quarterback Drew Allar's decision to return to Penn State, discussing what it means for this year's and next year's draft class (along with Nussmeier) as well as what it could spell for former back-up Beau Pribula's future. Moving on to the NFL we react to Michael Penix Jr. being named the starter in Atlanta as well as go over how each of the six first round quarterbacks from the 2024 Draft have done up to this point in the season. With JJ McCarthy being sidelined with a knee injury we again go over how Sam Darnold has done, with his career resurgence beginning a somewhat uncomfortable conversion up in Minnesota. Finally, we go over why Josh Allen locked up the NFL MVP award with yet another record breaking performance as well as come back with receipts and facts about why his season is even more spectacular than what it may even seem. Enjoy!
• The Logan Blackman ShowApple Podcasts2024-12-11
  TLBS - Conference Championship Recap, SEC Temper Tantrum, Playoff Quarterback Rankings, Official Bowl Predictions, Josh Allen Record Breaker, Sam Darnold SituationToday on the Logan Blackman Show we recap each and every game from conference championship weekend. Discussing everything from Iowa State's 45-19 loss to Arizona State, how Drew Allar compares to Quinn Ewers, and the SEC's temper tantrum regarding three loss Alabama missing the Playoff. Speaking of, we take a look at the recently released Playoff bracket and fully discuss whether or not the committee made the right decision to put SMU in over Alabama despite them losing to Clemson in the ACC Championship game. Sticking with the Playoff we go through and rank the starting quarterbacks from each of the 12 teams while also reacting to the official Heisman finalists and going over what the order could/should be. We then take some time to make our officially official bowl predictions before switching our attention to the NFL and taking a look at another record breaking loss for Josh Allen, with the Bills falling to the Rams 44-42. Finally we go over why Allen continues to secure his MVP claim as well as try and figure out what the Vikings are going to do at quarterback as Sam Darnold continues to impress. Enjoy!
• The Logan Blackman ShowApple Podcasts2024-10-02
  TLBS - Fantasy Football Embarrassment, Ravens Beatdown Bills, Sam Darnold's Resurgence, New Top Team, Jalen Milroe Heisman Performance, Clear Heisman RankingsToday on the Logan Blackman Show we go over our shameful fantasy football performances, where we came out on the losing side of five out of a possible six different leagues. Keeping with the losing ways, we recap the Buffalo Bills 35-10 Sunday Night Football defeat to the Baltimore Ravens. We discuss what went wrong on both sides of the ball, the Bills weird trick play, and how this beatdown shouldn't define the rest of their season. Moving on to brighter topics, we discuss why the Minnesota Vikings may be the best team in football, led by a resurgent Sam Darnold who looks more and more confident every single week. After recapping each of the other NFL games, we move to college football, focusing mainly on Alabama's win against Georgia where quarterback Jalen Milroe officially placed one hand on the Heisman Trophy. Finally we reveal our early finalists, along with Milroe, for the trophy as well as recap all the other games from around the top 25 in college football! Enjoy!
• BioTech Nation ... with Dr. Moira GunnApple Podcasts2024-06-26
  FDA Approval! A New Model for BioPharma... Dr. Sam Blackman, Founder & Head of Research and Development, Day One BiopharmaceuticalsThis week on BioTech Nation, Dr. Sam Blackman, Founder and Head of Research and Development from Day One Biopharmaceuticals, shares the story behind the FDA approval of a groundbreaking drug for the most common childhood brain cancer. He talks about their innovative approach to starting a biopharma company and how it led to a newly FDA approved drug that treats the most common form of brain cancer in children
• The Logan Blackman ShowApple Podcasts2021-04-07
  TLBS - Sam Darnold Trade, NY Jets, Mock Draft 5.0Today on the Logan Blackman Show we recap the recent trade that sent former Jets quarterback Sam Darnold to the Carolina Panthers, essentially locking in Zach Wilson as the Jets new quarterback. We also reveal Mock Draft 5.0, going over each pick and coming to the defense of former Alabama quarterback Mac Jones. Enjoy!
• The Logan Blackman ShowApple Podcasts2021-02-17
  TLBS - Tom v Lorraine, Zach Wilson, Sam Darnold Trade, Falcons DraftToday on the Logan Blackman Show we take a dive and look at the drama regarding Tom Brady, the Super Bowl Trophy, and Lorraine Grohs. Should Tom apologize for tossing the Trophy across a boat? Speaking of apologies, we look at people on social media hiding behind a profile bashing Zach Wilson for character concerns. We also take a look at the Jets in regards to Sam Darnold and why a trade to the Carolina Panthers makes a ton of sense. Finally, we discuss the Atlanta Falcons draft and what the Dirty Birds should do with the fourth overall pick. Enjoy!
• The Sam Bussell PodcastApple Podcasts2020-04-06
  Honor Blackman Dead at 94, WestWorld Recap & MoreOn this edition of The Sam Bussell Podcast, Sam talks about the legacy left behind by Honor Blackman. Plus, Ant-Man 3 finds a writer, a recap of Episode 4 Season 3 of "Westworld" & Much More.
• Hear The Unabridged Digital Audiobooks In High-Definition AudioApple Podcasts2013-07-02
  Mark De Castrique's A Murder in Passing: A Sam Blackman Mystery#ads Stream any unabridged audiobook of your choice with premium access by starting your trial on:https://booksreader.space/ak-4701/Title: A Murder in Passing: A Sam Blackman Mystery Series: #4 of The Sam Blackman Mysteries Author: Mark De Castrique
• Listen to Your Favorite Audiobook Collection In High-Definition AudioApple Podcasts2009-08-01
  Mark De Castrique presents The Fitzgerald Ruse: A Sam Blackman Mystery#ads Stream any unabridged audiobook of your choice with premium access by starting your trial on:https://booksreader.space/ak-4716/Title: The Fitzgerald Ruse: A Sam Blackman Mystery Series: #2 of The Sam Blackman Mysteries Author: Mark De Castrique
• The Ride with JMVApple Podcasts2024-02-16
  Full Show: Former Pacer Sam Perkins, Don Fischer, Rob Blackman and More Join!
• The Long Run with Luke TimmermanApple Podcasts2021-08-09
  Ep96: Julie Grant and Sam Blackman on Cancer Drugs for Kids
• Audiobooks Transform Everyday Routines Into Memorable Moments Filled With Literary InspirationApple Podcasts2015-12-22
  Specter of Justice: A Sam Blackman Mystery Audiobook by Mark De Castrique
• Experience Emotional Storytelling Depth Through Professionally Narrated Audiobook Performances EverywhereApple Podcasts2009-08-01
  Fitzgerald Ruse: A Sam Blackman Mystery Audiobook by Mark De Castrique
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  An Interview with Sam Blackman - Life on Orcas Island with ...