Hosting Bitcoin

What if the next billion users of Bitcoin aren't human? In this episode, Beau Turner sits down with Shone Anstey, CEO of Liquid Technologies (LQWD) and a veteran builder from the earliest days of the internet, for a wide-ranging conversation about Bitcoin, the Lightning Network, and what happens when artificial intelligence needs money. This isn't just a conversation about Lightning payments. It's a deep dive into why Bitcoin is the eighth layer of the internet, how AI agents are already driving a spike in Lightning transactions, and why the machines are getting orange-pilled before the people. Shone brings a rare perspective: he was in the trenches during the internet's first wave in the mid-90s, and he sees Bitcoin's trajectory following the exact same arc. From building Canada's third fully licensed crypto exchange, to launching LQWD as a public Lightning Network infrastructure company, to now building AI wallets and autonomous agent networks, Shone has lived every phase of this revolution. Together, Beau and Shone unpack how the Lightning Network scales Bitcoin the same way the internet scaled itself, why computers prefer mathematical money over fiat, and why the agentic economy is the catalyst that will bring the rest of the world into Bitcoin. They also explore Treasury 2.0, the next evolution beyond simply holding Bitcoin, and what it means for business owners, public companies, and everyday people who want to get ahead of what's coming. Key topics in this conversation: • Why Bitcoin is the 8th layer of the OSI internet stack • How the Lightning Network mirrors the architecture of the internet • Why AI agents are driving a measurable spike in Lightning transactions • Streaming money, paying only for what you use, in real time • The "agentic soul", how a Lightning wallet becomes an agent's identity • Treasury 2.0: putting Bitcoin to work, not just holding it • Why machines will onboard people into Bitcoin, not the other way around • The Nakamoto Effect: how Bitcoin's trust layer hyperaccelerates network value • HTTP Error Code 402, the missing internet payment layer that Bitcoin finally fulfills • Why business owners should hold Bitcoin quietly and strategically

What if money is shaping far more than your finances? In this episode, Beau Turner sits down with Seb Bunney (author of The Hidden Cost of Money) for a wide-ranging conversation on Bitcoin, meaning, and how we navigate life in a world shaped by money. This isn’t a discussion about price or market cycles. It's a deeper exploration of how money influences behavior, how Bitcoin reshapes incentives, and why that shift can lead people toward introspection, curiosity, and a more intentional way of living. Seb shares his journey into Bitcoin, from questioning traditional financial systems to realizing that “everything is downstream of money.” Together, Beau and Seb unpack how broken money keeps people in survival mode and how a system like Bitcoin may free up mental energy to focus on what actually matters. They also explore the tension between building wealth and living a meaningful life, and why many people chase goals that don’t actually align with who they are. Key topics in this conversation: • Why Bitcoin can drive introspection and long-term thinking • How money shapes behavior, values, and identity • The psychological shift from consumption to intentional living • Bitcoin as a moral framework and community • The difference between chasing wealth and creating a meaningful life • The “Three P’s vs Three C’s” framework for fulfillment • Why creating space, not forcing outcomes, leads to clarity • The importance of curiosity over judgment in a complex world This episode is more conversational and reflective than usual. There are moments of pause, uncertainty, and real-time thinking, because the goal isn’t just to talk about these ideas, but to genuinely explore them. If you’re interested in Bitcoin beyond price and markets and want to understand how it connects to human behavior, energy, and meaning, this conversation is for you. Timestamps 00:00 Finding Meaning in Bitcoin 00:49 Intro: Bitcoin, Psychology & Meaning 03:24 Why Bitcoin Feels Different 05:22 Seb’s Journey to Bitcoin 06:29 Everything Is Downstream of Money 08:29 Bitcoin, Meaning & Human Potential 12:00 Why Bitcoin Changes Behavior 18:39 Money as a Tool for Expression 21:02 Is Bitcoin Like a Religion? 28:42 Has Bitcoin Changed Who You Are? 33:18 Judgment vs Curiosity 39:19 Ad: Abundant Mines 40:21 Bitcoin, Gold & Optimism 43:15 Community, Money & Relationships 45:01 Finding Your Number 48:00 The Three P’s vs The Three C’s 55:34 Stepping Back from the Bitcoin Space 59:00 Creating Space Instead of Forcing 1:04:01 Why Open Space Matters 1:10:17 Listening to Inner Knowing 1:12:42 Where to Find Seb

From the White House to Truth In this episode of Hosting Bitcoin, Beau Turner sits down with writer and analyst Frank Corva to explore Bitcoin beyond price action. Frank shares his journey from teaching and journalism to covering Bitcoin policy at the White House, and why Bitcoin is fundamentally about privacy, human rights, and personal sovereignty. The conversation dives into financial privacy, the Samurai and Tornado Cash cases, Bitcoin circular economies in the Global South, navigating bear markets, and how Bitcoin can catalyze deep personal and worldview transformation. This episode is essential listening for anyone interested in Bitcoin’s role in the future of money, freedom, and human flourishing. 🎙 Guest: Frank Corva https://x.com/frankcorva https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-corva/

In this episode of Hosting Bitcoin, we sit down with Robin Ser to discuss the inevitability of money printing and its impact on Bitcoin. Robin shares insights into his personal journey over the last year, including changes in his approach to storytelling, business pivots, and the launch of his new venture, Micros Seeded. We delve into the inefficiencies of the market, the importance of cash reserves, and strategies to maintain liquidity while holding Bitcoin. Robin also touches upon the idea of using boredom to foster creativity and reimagining how we approach work. This episode offers a comprehensive look at economic predictions, personal growth, and entrepreneurial strategies in the Bitcoin space.

Trying to understand Bitcoin mining in 2026? This episode breaks it down in a clear, practical way, from Bitcoin ETFs and treasury strategies to AI, power access, and mining economics. Beau Turner is joined by Nico Smid, Founder of Digital Mining Solutions, and Cindy Feng, Founder of BitcoinMiningStock.io, to explore how Bitcoin mining is moving beyond raw hash rate growth. They explain why the Zeta Hash milestone marks a shift toward efficiency, capital discipline, and smarter energy and treasury strategies, while also unpacking how AI and high-performance computing (HPC) are reshaping mining infrastructure, ASIC cycles, and mining stocks, revealing where capital and opportunity are really flowing. This conversation builds on insights from Nico Smid and Cindy Feng’s 2025 Bitcoin Mining Market Review, which they referenced throughout the episode to ground the discussion in real market data and trends. You can explore the full report here: https://bitcoinminingstock.io/blog/2025-bitcoin-mining-market-review/

We cover: 🔹 Why hashrate heating does not increase energy consumption 🔹 The biggest misconception about mining profitability at home 🔹 Why consumer-grade mining requires different engineering than warehouses 🔹 UL/CSA safety testing and what it takes to be home-safe 🔹 Pool mining vs solo mining and why some users choose the odds 🔹 Why halvings and efficiency plateaus push mining toward energy reuse 🔹 Adoption barriers: upfront cost vs heater utilization 🔹 What HeatBit is building next and where this movement is headed 🎙 Guest: Alex Busarov https://heatbit.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexanderbusarov/ 00:00 – Heat, hashrate & the idea of productive energy 05:10 – Alex’s journey into Bitcoin and energy systems 11:00 – The HeatBit origin story 18:30 – Why consumer-grade mining ≠ industrial miners 26:40 – The physics of hashrate heating (common misconceptions) 34:10 – Pool vs solo mining and user behavior 41:20 – Halvings, efficiency limits & energy reuse 48:50 – Adoption barriers and cost realities 52:40 – What HeatBit is building next & closing thoughts 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/@AbundantMines Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

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 Mining https://www.barefootmining.com/ https://twitter.com/BarefootMining https://www.youtube.com/@UCnDwR61LZCThM6o4p700EQQ https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-burnett-995960108 https://twitter.com/boomer_btc?lang=en https://www.facebook.com/bob.burnett.125/ Bob’s shows: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxdf8G0kzsUVyfT8CuL56TDvi3ZVuyJie https://open.spotify.com/show/4JZbiBDz5paCVWq6AjcB3Y 🎙 Timestamps 00:00 – Block space, fees & the end of “free settlement” 06:10 – From PC revolution to Bitcoin mining 16:45 – Ethereum, centralization & why proof-of-work matters 27:30 – What most miners get wrong: hashing vs mining 37:55 – Institutional adoption & settlement guarantees 48:40 – Block space as a commodity: futures, hedging & delivery 1:00:25 – The Miner’s Triad & why energy becomes the dominant constraint 1:10:50 – AI vs Bitcoin mining: competition, opportunity & risk 1:21:15 – Why Bitcoin won’t scale without UX for the early majority 1:33:05 – Global adoption curves & why innovation comes from the edges 1:45:20 – 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/@AbundantMines Follow 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 Mind https://twitter.com/brightmindsco https://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 🎙 Timestamps 00:00 – Intro & Sydney’s path through economics, medicine & Bitcoin 05:12 – Ancient mindfulness vs the modern “monkey mind” 11:20 – Thermodynamics, entropy & the flow of energy 17:45 – The Calm Pond Hypothesis & mental pollution 24:30 – Technology as cure vs curse 31:10 – Bitcoin, energy, and sovereign systems 39:55 – Hunting, fasting & cold exposure as natural mind training 47:18 – Aligning with nature in a digital world 57:40 – 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/@AbundantMines Follow 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 Paymium https://www.paymium.com/ https://twitter.com/paymium https://twitter.com/PierreNoizat https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierrenoizat/ 🎙 Timestamps 00:00 – Intro & Pierre’s journey from payments to Bitcoin 05:12 – Energy, entropy, and the meaning of wealth 11:08 – Gold, fiat, and proof-of-stake vs Bitcoin’s energy counterparty 17:45 – Entropy as hidden information and why it matters 24:30 – The third law of energy and self-organization 31:40 – Freedom vs control: America vs Europe 39:55 – Entrepreneurship as an energy system 47:20 – Financial engineering & Bitcoin treasuries 54:10 – Freedom of speech = freedom to transact 1:01:00 – 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/@AbundantMines Follow 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 BTC https://www.airbtc.online https://twitter.com/airbtconline https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-seifert-b4821151/ ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Intro & Jake’s “host-to-builder” journey 05:08 – From “how do I accept BTC?” to launching Air BTC 11:20 – Spending sats vs stacking only: making Bitcoin useful 17:45 – Fees, service, and why Air BTC can beat Airbnb/VRBO 22:33 – Travel guides for Bitcoiners: wallets, rides, restos, meetups 28:10 – D.C. conference vibes, policy momentum & Lummis moment 34:02 – El Salvador, Costa Rica & LATAM adoption on the ground 41:55 – Onboarding hosts without going “all or nothing” 47:18 – Bitcoin-back, credit-card rails, and micro-loans 52:36 – Mining meets travel: Bitaxe in rentals & solo-mining perks 57:40 – New platform, AI features, and 10× listings plan 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/@AbundantMines Follow 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 ZBTC https://www.youtube.com/@GenZBTC https://twitter.com/GenZBTC ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Intro & Welcome 02:10 – From WallStreetBets to Bitcoin 08:30 – Losing money & learning self-custody 14:42 – Why Bitcoin resonates with Gen Z 22:25 – Altcoins are websites; Bitcoin is the internet 31:18 – Speaking at the Kennedy Center & showing up in D.C. 41:12 – Building real-world community around Bitcoin 53:05 – 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/@AbundantMines Follow 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 Swarts https://capitalgainstaxsolutions.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAykQNmIWZ0KARBeVWcQxUA https://www.instagram.com/capitalgainstaxsolutions1/ https://www.youtube.com/@BuildItToBillions https://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.swarts 00:00 – Intro & Welcome 01:05 – Brett’s Journey from Real Estate to Tax Strategy 07:18 – Lessons from the 2008 Crash & Broken Systems 14:12 – “Never Sell” Bitcoin Strategy & Its Risks 20:27 – Client Story: $50K to $50M in Bitcoin 28:44 – Building Truly Passive Income & Family Mission 37:10 – Deferred Sales Trust Explained 47:22 – Audit Track Record & Compliance Confidence 56:48 – Legacy, Impact & Parting Advice 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/@AbundantMines Follow 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 Ward https://www.instagram.com/bitcoinpolicyuk/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-policy-uk/ https://twitter.com/bitcoinpolicyuk https://www.youtube.com/@Bitcoin-Policy-UK https://www.bitcoinpolicy.uk/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/susie-violet-war https://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 🎙 Timestamps 00:00 – Intro & Welcome 01:12 – Susie’s Bitcoin Journey & Early Lessons 05:02 – Writing, Advocacy & Founding Bitcoin Policy UK 11:08 – Education, School System & Teaching Kids About Bitcoin 18:14 – Bitcoin in the UK vs the US 20:22 – Policy, Regulation & Lobbying Efforts 25:06 – Energy Crisis, Curtailment & Mining Solutions 31:27 – Mining Opportunities & Proof of Concept Projects 37:07 – Media Battles & Challenging the BBC 46:04 – Vision for Bitcoin in the UK 48:11 – Personal Definition of Success 50:28 – Where to Follow Susie & Closing 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/@AbundantMines Follow 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 smartest If 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. 🎙 Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction and Welcome 02:20 – Transition from Wall Street to Bitcoin 08:15 – Initial Impressions of Mining Operations 13:00 – Changes Since Why Buy Bitcoin 19:45 – Clients, Conviction, and Risk Management 27:30 – Bitcoin as a Form of Digital Gold 34:10 – Wealth Psychology and Market Cycles 42:20 – The Rise of Treasury Corporations 50:00 – Bitcoin in Comparison to Traditional Asset Allocation 57:45 – Strategies for Navigating Bear Markets and Managing Boredom 1:04:10 – A New Framework for Sovereign Wealth Funds 1:10:00 – Final Reflections and How to Follow Andy 🎙 Guest: Andy Edstrom 📘 Book: Why Buy Bitcoin 🔗 Twitter: @edstromandrew 🔗 Firm: https://westcapgroup.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/@AbundantMines Follow 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 🎙 Timestamps 00:00 – 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 & Culture 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/@AbundantMines Follow 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 Thoughts 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/@AbundantMines Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

We cover: 🔹 Why the EU’s 2025 Digital Euro rollout is a tipping point 🔹 The real difference between retail and wholesale CBDCs 🔹 How governments are quietly reinventing money’s plumbing 🔹 The hidden trade-offs of stablecoins and KYC Bitcoin 🔹 Why cash isn’t king — and never really was 🔹 Lessons from speaking truth in an era of censorship and conformity 🔹 How Bitcoin offers an escape hatch — if you’re willing to do the work This episode is for anyone who senses the old system is cracking, and is ready to learn, question, and build something better before it’s too late. 🎙 Guest: Efrat Fenigson 🔗 Learn more: https://efrat.blog 🔗 Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/efenigson 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/@AbundantMines Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

We cover: 🔹 The hidden costs merchants face in a debt-driven economy 🔹 Why the medium of exchange is more important than most realize 🔹 How Bitcoin helps merchants store value over time 🔹 Overcoming practical challenges of accepting Bitcoin payments 🔹 Lessons from growing a payments company while staying true to your purpose 🔹 The surprising connections between drumming, discipline, and conviction 🔹 Why giving back can be the greatest form of abundance This episode is for anyone who believes that fixing money can help fix the world — and that real change begins with ordinary people choosing better tools, better incentives, and better ways to serve. 🎙 Guest: Jason Keil 🔗 Learn more about Polaris Payments: https://polarispayments.com 🔗 Explore Bitcoin Payments Advisor: https://bitcoinpaymentsadvisor.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/@AbundantMines Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

We cover: 🔹 The gritty reality of flare gas, grid power, and mining tradeoffs 🔹 How Texas became the epicenter for energy innovation 🔹 What the Texas Flywheel is — and why it matters for the world 🔹 Why small, nimble teams drive the biggest change 🔹 The surprising power of public mining sites and radical transparency 🔹 Building a career aligned with mission, energy, and meaning 🔹 What it means to be the change in an abundant future This episode is for anyone who believes in a better world, built one watt, one sat, and one aligned action at a time. 🎙Guest: Brad Cuddy 🔗 Follow Brad on X/Twitter: @bradcuddy 🔗 Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradcuddy/ 🔗 Learn more about Cholla Energy: https://chollainc.com/ 🔥 Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 02:15 - Who is Brad Cuddy? 06:40 - From Nuclear Dreams to Oilfield Reality 14:12 - Discovering Bitcoin Offshore 20:58 - Becoming the Bitcoin Champion Inside Schlumberger 26:47 - Life at CH4 and Launching the Innovation Lab 34:15 - Hosting the Most Visited 4MW Bitcoin Mine 42:03 - Wind, Grid Power, and Building for the Long Game 49:50 - The Texas Flywheel Explained 57:05 - Why Not Just Flare It? 1:05:19 - Grid Constraints and a New Power Paradigm 1:13:44 - Mining as the Flexible Load of the Future 1:20:30 - Real World Impact: Jobs, Education, and Local Change 1:26:07 - Why “Be the Change” Isn’t Just a Motto 1:30:11 - The Radical Power of Bitcoin in Costa Rica and Africa 1:35:20 - Re-Radicalization and Staying in the Fight 1:41:50 - What Will They Remember About Brad? 1:44:07 - Vibes Capital and the Spirit of Adventure 1:45:33 - Outro and Final Thoughts 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/@AbundantMines Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

We dive into: 🔹 Why financial success alone won’t fulfill you 🔹 How to build intentional wealth 🔹 The 3 levels of financial freedom 🔹 What keeps most people from living a wealthy life 🔹 How AI and new technologies are reshaping opportunity 🔹 The best investment you can make (it’s not what you think) 🔹 The link between integrity, values, and long-term success This episode is perfect for anyone looking to upgrade their mindset, align their life with deeper purpose beyond money and financial freedom. 🎙Guest: Mike Brown Follow Mike on X/Twitter: https://x.com/mbrown\_co Follow Mike on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mbrown.co/ Connect with Mike: https://unbreakablewealth.com/newsletter/ Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:45 - Mike’s Background 05:15 - Financial Success Isn’t Enough 12:29 - Finding Integrity Within Yourself 17:22 - Intentional Wealth 21:05 - What Keeps People From Wealth 27:31 - What is Wealth 34:24 - The 3 Levels of Financial Freedom 43:08 - The Liquidity Pyramid 49:19 - AI & Emerging Technology 58:53 - The Best Investment You Can Make 1:04:29 - Aligning Your Life with Values 1:10:17 - Sharing Yourself With The World 1:12:04 - Outro 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/@AbundantMines Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

We dive into: 🔹 How meditation sparked Daniel’s Bitcoin journey 🔹 Why emotional freedom matters more than asset freedom 🔹 Bitcoin’s overlooked social benefits for refugees and dissidents 🔹 The myth of being a “Bitcoin expert” 🔹 The power of community and inner clarity 🔹 Why Bitcoin will inevitably go carbon negative 🔹 What it means to lead with vision, not ego This episode is perfect for anyone seeking to align their mission, energy, and purpose with the deeper meaning behind Bitcoin. 🎙 Guest: Daniel Batten Follow Daniel on X/Twitter - https://x.com/DSBatten Learn more about CH4 Capital - https://www.ch4.capital/ 🔥 If you found this valuable, like, subscribe, and share to help spread Bitcoin knowledge! Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 02:18 - Meditation 08:19 - Bitcoin Benefits 13:31 - Freedom Maxi 19:15 - Group Work 31:36 - Influencing Leaders 38:03 - How to Level Up 47:27 - Bitcoin Expert Myth 51:17 - Carbon Negative Bitcoin 54:55 - Leaving an Impact 1:02:26 - Outro 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/@AbundantMines Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

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/@AbundantMines Follow 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 Justman Founder & 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 Wines 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/@AbundantMines Follow 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 scale This 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 James Founder, Mining With Brad Host, Daily Bitcoin Show 🛠️ Bootcamp + Resources: minerMastery.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/@AbundantMines Follow 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 Paez PhD Researcher | Bitcoin Policy Institute 🌍 Support her: geyser.fund/project/margot 🧠 Follow: @jynurso How 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 Work 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/@AbundantMines Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/