Hosting Bitcoin

We dive into: 🔹 Building a business anchored in Bitcoin 🔹 The role public markets play in Bitcoin 🔹 The tension between building for AI or Bitcoin 🔹 How to think clearly and advise startups in uncertain times 🔹 What it means to be early and how to survive the wait 🔹 Bitcoin becoming normalized  This episode is for builders, thinkers, and anyone trying to understand where Bitcoin fits into the bigger picture of innovation, and human progress. 🎙 Guest: Dean Sutton Follow Dean on X/Twitter: https://x.com/DeanSutton Follow Dean on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suttondean/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:- How a natural wine business and Bitcoin complement low-time preference living- Why Ben Justman built a Bitcoin-first winery in Colorado-  How Bitcoin gave him the mental framework to slow down and build intentionally- Accepting Bitcoin as a small business — not a gimmick, but a lifestyle- How Bitcoin marketing created loyal, values-aligned customers- From wine labels to Lightning payments — how to infuse Bitcoin into branding-  Wine club as a tool to build long-term customer relationships- The challenges of BTC payments with legacy alcohol regulations- The deeper purpose: creating a freedom-aligned life and business-What makes natural wine natural — and why you actually feel better drinking it🎙 Guest: Ben JustmanFounder & Winemaker, Peony Lane Wine🔗 Join the wine club or order online: peonylanewine.com Follow: @BenJustman Website: https://www.peonylanewine.com/ Twitter: https://x.com/BenJustman  00:00 - Introduction 01:03 - Wine vs. Bitcoin: Which Came First? 02:00 - Understanding Natural Wine 07:03 - How Bitcoin Changed Ben’s Time Preference 10:00 - Aligning Wine and Bitcoin: A Marketing Strategy 19:23 - Challenges and Benefits of Accepting Bitcoin 25:33 - Bitcoin’s Impact on Business Decision-Making 31:23 - Advice for Businesses Considering Bitcoin 36:43 - Wine and Bitcoin: A Perfect Pairing 42:43 - Ben's New Wine Releases and Marketing 47:20 - The Launch of the Peony Lane Wine Club 52:00 - Challenges of the Wine Industry and Future Plans 58:00 - Final Thoughts on Wine, Bitcoin, and Entrepreneurship 59:40 - Where to Find Peony Lane WinesDisclaimer: 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:🔹 Why it’s still incredibly early to get into Bitcoin mining — and why the next 100 years of mining are just beginning🔹 Brad James’ journey from entrepreneurship and consulting to running mining sites and founding Mining With Brad🔹 The birth of the Build-a-Mine Bootcamp and how it helped launch 40+ mining sites around the globe🔹 What separates a professional miner from a tinkerer: systems thinking, team building, and scaling strategy🔹 Why the who not how principle matters more than ever in mining, especially when mistakes can cost six figures🔹 Powerfully understated truths about local impact: how a 3MW site can transform a small town’s economy and energy infrastructure🔹 Evaluating mining opportunities through personal mission, profit potential, and community value🔹 What makes a great mining operator? Curiosity, humility, willingness to be coached, and learning to let go of perfectionism🔹 The future of the industry: water treatment, immersion cooling, live grid integration, and professionalism across the stack🔹 Brad’s framework for building a mine: plan, construct, launch, colocate, optimize, and scaleThis conversation is packed with both tactical insight and soul. If you want to mine Bitcoin professionally, this is a masterclass in mindset, execution, and legacy.🎙 Guest: Brad JamesFounder, Mining With BradHost, Daily Bitcoin Show🛠️ Bootcamp + Resources: minerMastery.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:🔹 How Bitcoin mining supports climate action and renewable energy🔹 Margot Paez’s journey from physics to Bitcoin sustainability research🔹 Why Bitcoin is a tool for system change beyond politics🔹 Bitcoin mining as a pioneer species for energy access in underserved areas🔹 The role of flexible load in stabilizing renewable-heavy grids🔹 A takedown of flawed climate studies against Bitcoin🔹 Insights from Margot’s PhD: emissions, pricing, and grid alignment🔹 Bitcoin’s role in expanding energy and human rights🔹 The danger of bad policy pushing mining to dirtier grids🔹 Why Bitcoin mining’s positive impact is the mission — not a trojan horse🎙 Guest: Margot PaezPhD Researcher | Bitcoin Policy Institute🌍 Support her: geyser.fund/project/margot🧠 Follow: @jynursoHow The United Nations Misrepresents Bitcoin’s Energy Use”: https://bitcoinmagazine.com/sponsored... Margot Paez (https://x.com/jyn\_urso?s=20)  0:45 - Guest Introduction: Margot Paez 2:29 - Twitter Handle: Jyn Erso 4:57 - Bitcoin as a Resistance Movement 5:32 - Julian Assange and Bitcoin 10:06 - Protecting Free Speech 12:22 - Bitcoin and Sustainability 14:06 - Climate Activism and Bitcoin 15:24 - The Power of Data 15:56 - Research at Bitcoin Policy Institute 17:14 - Debunking Bad Studies 19:08 - PhD Research: Bitcoin Mining 23:14 - Impact of Bitcoin Mining on Energy Systems 47:58 - Grid Policies and Incentives 49:55 - Consequences of Bad Policy 56:05 - Changing Attitudes Toward Bitcoin Mining 1:01:13 - Importance of Good Research 1:02:30 - Positive Policy Developments 1:03:45 - Long-term Impact Goals 1:05:12 - Supporting Margot's WorkDisclaimer: 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 dive into: 🔹 How taxes impact revenue and shape economic incentives 🔹 Why teaching the next generation about money and curiosity is crucial 🔹 How to make Bitcoin accessible to those without a technical background 🔹 The idea of a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and its long-term significance 🔹 Is Bitcoin as digital gold enough? Or does it need to be more? 🔹 Solving the Store of Value problem in a changing economy 🔹 How AI could reshape Bitcoin’s future  If you want to understand the deeper game theory behind Bitcoin’s future and how it integrates with politics, economics, and technology, this episode is for you.  🎙 Guest: Vijay Boyapati Follow Vijay on X/Twitter - https://x.com/real\_vijay Follow Vijay Washington State account on X/Twitter - https://x.com/VijayInWADisclaimer: 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:🔹 Colin Kruse’s origin story as a Bitcoin miner starting in 2012 with GPUs and early mining pools like Slush and HHTT🔹 The wild west of early Bitcoin mining and how he found five blocks solo mining🔹 Why SHA-256 became a turning point for Colin in understanding how time and energy equal money🔹 A deep dive into ASIC evolution—from 110nm to 5nm—and why 3nm may be the end of Moore’s Law🔹 How wasted electricity could be turned into warmth and wealth via heat recapture mining🔹 Bitcoin mining as a tool for stabilizing energy grids and reducing energy costs through demand response🔹 Real-world examples of how miners helped prevent blackouts in Texas during winter storms🔹 The future of heating with mining rigs and how Colin is working on a hot tub powered by an S9 miner🔹 How Bitcoin mining can delay the need for new gas plants and support electrification goals🔹 Why Colin believes Bitcoin is the real-world tether of value: “Bitcoin equals time times power”This is a rare window into the brain of a brilliant and humble engineer who’s been living and breathing mining since the very beginning. Colin shares hard-earned wisdom, deep technical insight, and an inspiring vision for how mining can help build an abundant, energy-efficient future.🎙 Guest: Colin KruseCTO, Abundant MinesNo social, just hashing in the wildDisclaimer: 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 dive into:🔹 Why Matteo built Orange Pill App after a disappointing Bitcoin meetup experience🔹 How a dating app concept inspired the world’s first geolocated Bitcoin-only social network🔹 The wild trademark battle with a global telecom — and how he won without backing down🔹 Why putting Orange Pill behind a paywall was the best decision he made🔹 How the app protects privacy and builds real-world connections without tracking or ads🔹 The offline-first philosophy behind creating high-signal, censorship-resistant relationships🔹 How 535 copies of The Bitcoin Standard ended up in Congress — and may have sparked a bill to abolish the Fed🔹 Matteo’s vision for a future where strong local Bitcoin communities can resist centralized controlThis episode is a masterclass in conviction, creativity, and community building. Whether you’re a Bitcoin diehard or simply curious how to make meaningful real-life connections in a digital world, this conversation will expand your thinking.🎙 Guest: Matteo PellegriniFollow Matteo on Twitter – https://twitter.com/mpeppe8🌐 Connect via the Orange Pill App — the only social app built for Bitcoinershttps://www.orangepillapp.com/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 dive into:🔹 How Becca first dismissed Bitcoin, only to rediscover it through her husband’s involvement🔹 Why she left a nursing career to educate others about Bitcoin’s impact🔹 The role of inflation, lockdowns, and financial exclusion in waking people up to Bitcoin🔹 Why women’s stories in Bitcoin matter — and how they offer new ways to understand the technology🔹 How Bitcoin helps women in restrictive environments gain financial sovereignty🔹 Why non-technical people don’t need to know the code to understand Bitcoin’s value🔹 What inspired Becca to write 21 Women in Bitcoin and how it’s already changing lives🔹 How Bitcoin can support green energy use, energy grid flexibility, and food sovereignty🔹 The importance of storytelling in onboarding the next generation, especially young girlsThis episode is rich with personal stories, global insights, and a refreshingly real conversation about how Bitcoin is reshaping lives — especially for those often left out of traditional systems. If you care about freedom, future generations, or financial independence, this one’s for you.🎙 Guest: Becca BratcherFollow Becca on LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/becca-bratcher📚 Author of 21 Women in Bitcoin📰 Writer for Forbes & The Street CryptoForbes: https://www.forbes.com/sites/beccabratcher/ The Street: https://www.thestreet.com/crypto/author/becca-bratcher 0:00 Intro and Bitcoin Discovery Story 1:32 Career Shift from Nursing to Bitcoin 2:35 Learning Journey and Money History 4:43 Writing "21 Women in Bitcoin" 7:03 Women's Participation in Bitcoin Space 8:41 Current Bitcoin Adoption Trends 10:14 Technical vs Non-Technical Understanding 12:31 Bitcoin Activism and Financial Freedom 14:13 Environmental Impact of Bitcoin Mining 16:04 Stories of Bitcoin's Global Impact 21:23 Book Contributors and Support 23:04 Bitcoin Power Couples 24:42 Personal Impact Stories 26:26 Energy Innovation Stories 31:30 Women's Financial Independence 33:51 Teaching Children About Bitcoin 35:37 Personal Growth Through Bitcoin 38:34 Closing Thoughts and Contact InfoDisclaimer: 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 Dive into:🔹 Bitcoin is not a hedge but a replacement for broken money—designed to solve inflation at its root🔹 His background in Keynesian economics and traditional finance helped him deeply compare both systems and choose Bitcoin’s Austrian logic🔹 The 2008 financial crisis was a personal turning point that exposed the flaws of fiat and sparked his journey into Bitcoin🔹 Bitcoin’s fixed supply and incorruptibility make it the only viable money long-term—not just an investment, but a moral and economic imperative🔹 Custody, payments, and mining are Bitcoin’s core pillars—Parker has worked on two of them (Unchained for custody, Zaprite for payments)🔹 We are still incredibly early—Bitcoin’s monetization will take time, but those who understand it now are ahead of 99% of the world https://thesaifhouse.com/?ref=graduallythensuddenly.xyz 00:00 Why Bitcoin Needs More Teachers07:07 Broken Systems and Austrian Economics14:34 Bitcoin as Investment, Money, and Mission20:12 Why Fixed Supply Matters28:37 Bitcoin Payments in Practice40:38 Building the Future of Money52:02 From Fiat Survival to Bitcoin Freedom01:01:31 Why Bitcoin Is the Only Real FixDisclaimer: 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 Dive into:🔹 Bitcoin mining is now an energy business—profit comes from managing energy, not just hashing🔹 Medi built LinkCoin’s mining pool and “Load,” an energy platform optimizing flexible data centers🔹 Demand response lets miners earn more by shutting off—benefiting both the grid and their margins🔹 The Pacific Northwest has untapped mining potential due to clean hydro and evolving grid markets🔹 Bitcoin miners can pioneer remote energy sites, support renewables, and evolve into full energy campuses🔹 Medi advocates for decentralizing money—not everything—and preparing Bitcoin for future threats like quantum computing 00:00 - Introduction to Energy Management in Bitcoin Mining03:00 - Meet Medi07:30 - Building a Bitcoin Mining Pool and Energy Optimization Tools14:00 - Why Energy Management is Crucial for Bitcoin Miners20:15 - Demand Response Programs and Their Importance26:30 - Role of Bitcoin Mining in Grid Reliability32:45 - Unique Challenges of the Pacific Northwest Energy Market41:00 - Future Opportunities for Energy and Bitcoin Mining Collaboration47:15 - Bitcoin Miners as Energy Campus Pioneers55:00 - Debating Decentralization in the Bitcoin Network1:05:30 - Conclusion and Future Outlook for Bitcoin and EnergyDisclaimer: 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/