Hosting Bitcoin

We cover🔹 Why block space must become a commodity and what happens when demand exceeds supply🔹 The subsidy era is ending and why users have been “spoiled” for 16 years🔹 How FPPS payout structures break once fees dominate miner revenue🔹 Institutional adoption, corporate treasuries & the coming demand shock🔹 The personal computer revolution as a blueprint for Bitcoin’s future🔹 Why the next wave of Bitcoin innovation will come from unexpected places🔹 Energy vs capital vs hardware, the Miner’s Triad explained🔹 AI, inference, and how compute competition will reshape mining🔹 Mining vs hashing: why most “miners” aren’t miners at all🔹 The psychology of adoption across innovators → early adopters → early majority🔹 Bob’s mission: protecting the base layer so the world can build on top🎙 Guest: Bob Burnett, Founder of Barefoot Mininghttps://www.barefootmining.com/https://twitter.com/BarefootMininghttps://www.youtube.com/@UCnDwR61LZCThM6o4p700EQQ https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-burnett-995960108https://twitter.com/boomer_btc?lang=enhttps://www.facebook.com/bob.burnett.125/Bob’s shows:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxdf8G0kzsUVyfT8CuL56TDvi3ZVuyJiehttps://open.spotify.com/show/4JZbiBDz5paCVWq6AjcB3Y🎙 Timestamps00:00 – Block space, fees & the end of “free settlement”06:10 – From PC revolution to Bitcoin mining16:45 – Ethereum, centralization & why proof-of-work matters27:30 – What most miners get wrong: hashing vs mining37:55 – Institutional adoption & settlement guarantees48:40 – Block space as a commodity: futures, hedging & delivery1:00:25 – The Miner’s Triad & why energy becomes the dominant constraint1:10:50 – AI vs Bitcoin mining: competition, opportunity & risk1:21:15 – Why Bitcoin won’t scale without UX for the early majority1:33:05 – Global adoption curves & why innovation comes from the edges1:45:20 – Bob’s mission: securing Bitcoin’s base layer for generations Learn more: https://abundantmines.com/ Follow us on X/Twitter: https://x.com/AbundantMines Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantmines/Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbundantMinesFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

We cover🔹 Bitcoin as the “entropy engine” for unused global energy🔹 The Calm Pond Hypothesis & mental pollution🔹 Ancient mindfulness vs the modern default mode network🔹 Hunting, fasting & cold exposure as natural mind training🔹 Thermodynamics, Taoism & aligning with nature🔹 Computers as thinking machines that free human attention🔹 Bitcoin, energy, sovereignty & aligned incentives🔹 Why teaching custody/mining is really teaching agency🎙 Guest: Sydney Bright, Client Success Lead, Abundant Mines; Author, The Ancient Way of the Mindhttps://twitter.com/brightmindscohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/sydneysbright📚 To get the book – The Ancient Way of the Mind: How Modern Thinking Blinds Us From Wisdom of the Past https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FR3MX7F7🎙 Timestamps00:00 – Intro & Sydney’s path through economics, medicine & Bitcoin05:12 – Ancient mindfulness vs the modern “monkey mind”11:20 – Thermodynamics, entropy & the flow of energy17:45 – The Calm Pond Hypothesis & mental pollution24:30 – Technology as cure vs curse31:10 – Bitcoin, energy, and sovereign systems39:55 – Hunting, fasting & cold exposure as natural mind training47:18 – Aligning with nature in a digital world57:40 – Mining, mastery & the future of human sovereignty Learn more: https://abundantmines.com/ Follow us on X/Twitter: https://x.com/AbundantMines Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantmines/Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbundantMinesFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

We cover:🔹 Energy & Entropy- why wealth is flow, not matter🔹 How Bitcoin reduces societal entropy and anchors value🔹 Europe’s crisis of control vs America’s culture of freedom🔹 Economic freedom and entrepreneurship as energy systems🔹 Open vs closed systems- why Bitcoin mirrors life itself🔹 Hayek, Saylor, and the battle for sound money🔹 Mining as a moral and energetic act🔹 How tying money to energy restores human sovereignty🎙 Guest: Pierre Noizat, Co-founder and CEO of Paymiumhttps://www.paymium.com/https://twitter.com/paymiumhttps://twitter.com/PierreNoizathttps://www.linkedin.com/in/pierrenoizat/🎙 Timestamps00:00 – Intro & Pierre’s journey from payments to Bitcoin05:12 – Energy, entropy, and the meaning of wealth11:08 – Gold, fiat, and proof-of-stake vs Bitcoin’s energy counterparty17:45 – Entropy as hidden information and why it matters24:30 – The third law of energy and self-organization31:40 – Freedom vs control: America vs Europe39:55 – Entrepreneurship as an energy system47:20 – Financial engineering & Bitcoin treasuries54:10 – Freedom of speech = freedom to transact1:01:00 – Miners, legacy, and the future of monetary freedom Learn more: https://abundantmines.com/ Follow us on X/Twitter: https://x.com/AbundantMines Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantmines/Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbundantMinesFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

We cover🔹The origin story: turning a host’s problem into Air BTC🔹Why “short-term rentals = mining with property” (earn natively in BTC)🔹Store-of-value vs medium-of-exchange: spending, replacing, and living on Bitcoin🔹Lower fees and better service vs Airbnb/VRBO + Bitcoin-back & micro-loans🔹Lightning vs on-chain in the wild (and why UX education matters)🔹El Salvador, Costa Rica, & LATAM: where circular economies are exploding🔹From D.C. policy rooms to local meetups🔹Building patiently: shipping a new platform and 10× property expansion goal🔹Mining crossover: Bitaxe in rentals + solo-CK “split the block” idea🔹Teaching the next generation: Hope House, nodes, and real skills🎙 Guest: Jake Seifert, Co-founder, Air BTChttps://www.airbtc.onlinehttps://twitter.com/airbtconlinehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-seifert-b4821151/⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – Intro & Jake’s “host-to-builder” journey05:08 – From “how do I accept BTC?” to launching Air BTC11:20 – Spending sats vs stacking only: making Bitcoin useful17:45 – Fees, service, and why Air BTC can beat Airbnb/VRBO22:33 – Travel guides for Bitcoiners: wallets, rides, restos, meetups28:10 – D.C. conference vibes, policy momentum & Lummis moment34:02 – El Salvador, Costa Rica & LATAM adoption on the ground41:55 – Onboarding hosts without going “all or nothing”47:18 – Bitcoin-back, credit-card rails, and micro-loans52:36 – Mining meets travel: Bitaxe in rentals & solo-mining perks57:40 – New platform, AI features, and 10× listings planDisclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial, legal, or tax advice. Always do your own research and consult with a qualified professional before making any investment or financial decisions. Learn more: https://abundantmines.com/ Follow us on X/Twitter: https://x.com/AbundantMines Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantmines/Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbundantMinesFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

We cover:🔹 The “WallStreetBets to Bitcoin” journey and lessons from losing it all🔹 Meme coins, dopamine, and the illusion of getting rich quick🔹 Why Gen Z feels hopeless about ownership — and how Bitcoin fixes that🔹 Inflation, broken money, and the rise of “doomer” youth culture🔹 Bitcoin as the internet of money — and why altcoins are just websites🔹 How to stay grounded as the only “Bitcoin guy” in your circle🔹 Speaking truth at the Kennedy Center & building real-world community🔹 Policy, persuasion & what Gen Z would tell lawmakers about Bitcoin🔹 Turning your 9–5 into a Bitcoin career (and why it matters)🔹 Legacy, responsibility & how Gen Z can become the “good boomers”🎙 Guest: Gen ZBTChttps://www.youtube.com/@GenZBTChttps://twitter.com/GenZBTC⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – Intro & Welcome02:10 – From WallStreetBets to Bitcoin08:30 – Losing money & learning self-custody14:42 – Why Bitcoin resonates with Gen Z22:25 – Altcoins are websites; Bitcoin is the internet31:18 – Speaking at the Kennedy Center & showing up in D.C.41:12 – Building real-world community around Bitcoin53:05 – Legacy, hope & final message: “Stack sats or die trying”Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial, legal, or tax advice. Always do your own research and consult with a qualified professional before making any investment or financial decisions Learn more: https://abundantmines.com/ Follow us on X/Twitter: https://x.com/AbundantMines Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantmines/Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbundantMinesFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

We cover:🔹 The three biggest mistakes of “never sell” Bitcoiners🔹 Deferred Sales Trusts vs. 1031 exchanges — why timing is everything🔹 Why deferral beats relocation (no Puerto Rico move required)🔹 Real-world client stories: turning $50K into $50M in BTC and exiting without liquidation risk🔹 The importance of family mission, vision, and values in wealth planning🔹 How to avoid trading what’s priceless for what’s merely profitable🔹 Estate tax traps, generational wealth, and the $100T transfer on the horizon🔹 Why “truly passive income” is the foundation of impact and freedom🎙 Guest: Brett Swartshttps://capitalgainstaxsolutions.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAykQNmIWZ0KARBeVWcQxUAhttps://www.instagram.com/capitalgainstaxsolutions1/https://www.youtube.com/@BuildItToBillionshttps://www.facebook.com/buildittobillions/https://brettswarts.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-swarts/https://www.instagram.com/brett_swarts/https://www.facebook.com/brett.swarts00:00 – Intro & Welcome01:05 – Brett’s Journey from Real Estate to Tax Strategy07:18 – Lessons from the 2008 Crash & Broken Systems14:12 – “Never Sell” Bitcoin Strategy & Its Risks20:27 – Client Story: $50K to $50M in Bitcoin28:44 – Building Truly Passive Income & Family Mission37:10 – Deferred Sales Trust Explained47:22 – Audit Track Record & Compliance Confidence56:48 – Legacy, Impact & Parting AdviceDisclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial, legal, or tax advice. Always do your own research and consult with a qualified professional before making any investment or financial decisions Learn more: https://abundantmines.com/ Follow us on X/Twitter: https://x.com/AbundantMines Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantmines/Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbundantMinesFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

We cover:🔹 The UK’s culture gap: Bitcoin skepticism vs. US tailwinds🔹 FCA rules, “restricted mass-market” labels, and why retail can’t buy a BTC ETF🔹 Energy reality: curtailment costs, green taxes, and grid imbalance🔹 Mining as demand response: wind/solar integration and stranded power🔹 Media narratives: Susie’s BBC complaint saga & fact-checking failures🔹 Education: rebuilding financial literacy and critical thinking at home🔹 Policy playbook: contacting MPs, the Labour Party conference push, and the Bitcoin manifesto🔹 Hash rate & geopolitics: why UK participation (and decentralization) matter🎙 Guest: Susie Violet Wardhttps://www.instagram.com/bitcoinpolicyuk/https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-policy-uk/https://twitter.com/bitcoinpolicyukhttps://www.youtube.com/@Bitcoin-Policy-UKhttps://www.bitcoinpolicy.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/susie-violet-warhttps://twitter.com/DecentraSuze🔥 If this conversation resonates, subscribe and share it with someone who still thinks Bitcoin is “just another crypto.”👉 Book a call: https://abundantmines.com/book-a-call🎙 Timestamps00:00 – Intro & Welcome01:12 – Susie’s Bitcoin Journey & Early Lessons05:02 – Writing, Advocacy & Founding Bitcoin Policy UK11:08 – Education, School System & Teaching Kids About Bitcoin18:14 – Bitcoin in the UK vs the US20:22 – Policy, Regulation & Lobbying Efforts25:06 – Energy Crisis, Curtailment & Mining Solutions31:27 – Mining Opportunities & Proof of Concept Projects37:07 – Media Battles & Challenging the BBC46:04 – Vision for Bitcoin in the UK48:11 – Personal Definition of Success50:28 – Where to Follow Susie & ClosingDisclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial, legal, or tax advice. Always do your own research and consult with a qualified professional before making any investment or financial decisions Learn more: https://abundantmines.com/ Follow us on X/Twitter: https://x.com/AbundantMines Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantmines/Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbundantMinesFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

We cover:🔹 Andy’s path from Goldman Sachs to Bitcoin advocacy🔹 How wealth management is evolving in a Bitcoin world🔹 Why most financial pros still misunderstand Bitcoin🔹 The psychological traps of risk, boredom, and portfolio allocation🔹 How Bitcoin mining grants long-term sovereign access🔹 What the rise of Bitcoin treasury companies means🔹 Why boring wealth strategies might just be the smartestIf you care about legacy, financial sovereignty, or seeing Bitcoin through the lens of a seasoned advisor, this episode will sharpen your thinking and deepen your conviction.🎙 Timestamps00:00 – Introduction and Welcome02:20 – Transition from Wall Street to Bitcoin08:15 – Initial Impressions of Mining Operations13:00 – Changes Since Why Buy Bitcoin19:45 – Clients, Conviction, and Risk Management27:30 – Bitcoin as a Form of Digital Gold34:10 – Wealth Psychology and Market Cycles42:20 – The Rise of Treasury Corporations50:00 – Bitcoin in Comparison to Traditional Asset Allocation57:45 – Strategies for Navigating Bear Markets and Managing Boredom1:04:10 – A New Framework for Sovereign Wealth Funds1:10:00 – Final Reflections and How to Follow Andy🎙 Guest: Andy Edstrom📘 Book: Why Buy Bitcoin🔗 Twitter: @edstromandrew🔗 Firm: https://westcapgroup.comDisclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial, legal, or tax advice. Always do your own research and consult with a qualified professional before making any investment or financial decisions. Learn more: https://abundantmines.com/ Follow us on X/Twitter: https://x.com/AbundantMines Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantmines/Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbundantMinesFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

We cover: 🔹 Ali's journey from film school to advertising to Bitcoin 🔹 Why post-production is the hidden backbone of storytelling 🔹 “Bitcoin fixes film” how sound money unlocks original creativity 🔹 The broken incentives of Hollywood and fiat finance 🔹 Why Bitcoin de-risks film funding and protects investor capital 🔹 How low-time preference reshapes both business and personal life 🔹 The cultural shift when artists embrace sovereignty through Bitcoin If you care about art, storytelling, and financial sovereignty, this episode will change how you see the future of creative work. 🎙 Guest: Ali Webb 🔗 Learn more https://www.forager.tv/, https://whtppr.studio/ 🔗 Follow Forager and Whitepaper on X: https://x.com/whtppr\_studio, https://x.com/Forager\_tv 🔗 🔗 Follow Forager and Whitepaper Studio on IG:@forager.tv @whtppr.studio Personal: X: @AliWebb07 IG: @aliwebb_forager🎙 Timestamps00:00 – Intro & Welcome 01:45 – From Film School to Bitcoin 09:30 – Forager Collective & Post-Production 15:20 – Why “Bitcoin Fixes Film” 22:00 – De-Risking Film Funding With Bitcoin 30:15 – Hollywood’s Incentive Traps & Originality 38:40 – Balancing Brand Work & Bitcoin Storytelling 46:20 – White Paper’s First Projects 53:50 – Long-Term Vision for Film & CultureDisclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial, legal, or tax advice. Always do your own research and consult with a qualified professional before making any investment or financial decisions Learn more: https://abundantmines.com/ Follow us on X/Twitter: https://x.com/AbundantMines Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantmines/Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbundantMinesFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

We cover: 🔹 Trey’s path from banking to Bitcoin and why urgency matters 🔹 FIRE vs. “stacking sprint” — why four intense years can change your life 🔹 Common mistakes Bitcoiners make when planning their financial future 🔹 How to balance saving and spending after financial independence 🔹 Why custody is mission-critical and how Unchained simplifies it 🔹 The psychology of wealth: scarcity mindset vs. abundance mindset 🔹 Why Bitcoin ownership is just the start — real sovereignty takes action If you care about financial freedom and want a Bitcoin lens on how to achieve it, this episode is for you. 🎙 Guest: Trey Sellers 🔗 Learn more: https://unchained.com 🔗 Follow Trey on X: https://twitter.com/ts\_hodl  🎙 Timestamps 00:00 – Intro & Welcome 01:45 – Trey’s Background: From Goldman Sachs to Bitcoin 09:30 – Discovering FIRE and Rethinking Retirement 15:20 – Why Bitcoin Accelerates Financial Independence 22:00 – The Stacking Sprint vs. the Marathon Mindset 30:15 – Custody, Inheritance, and Protecting Your Stack 38:40 – Scarcity vs. Abundance Mindset in Bitcoin Life Planning 46:20 – Designing a Life You Don’t Want to Retire From 53:50 – Bitcoin as a Multi-Generational Wealth Tool 59:10 – Trey’s Advice for Bitcoiners Building Financial Freedom 1:04:30 – Where to Find Trey Online & Closing ThoughtsDisclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial, legal, or tax advice. Always do your own research and consult with a qualified professional before making any investment or financial decisions Learn more: https://abundantmines.com/ Follow us on X/Twitter: https://x.com/AbundantMines Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantmines/Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbundantMinesFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/