POD256 | Bitcoin Mining, Freedom Tech, and Awesome Tangents

In this episode, eco & Tyler welcome back Skot who was at the African Bitcoin Conference, this year hosted in Mauritius, where he spoke on open-source Bitcoin mining. We swap travel tales (including Scott’s chaotic...

In this episode of POD256, Tyler and eco catch up on winter in Colorado, project trucks, and then dive deep into the latest in Bitcoin mining and freedom tech. We recap last week’s conversation with Keonne Rodriguez of...

In this urgent and heartfelt conversation, we sit down with Keonne Rodriguez, cofounder of Samourai Wallet, to unpack his prosecution and five-year federal sentence for building noncustodial Bitcoin privacy software...

In this episode, we go deep on the shifting landscape of Bitcoin mining hardware, open-source firmware, and why trustless stacks matter for miners big and small. Fresh off the local Bitcoin++ in Durham, we recap the...

In episode 94 of POD256, we cover a full slate of Bitcoin mining and freedom tech updates from Nashville to Denver. We recap the Bitcoin Veterans telehash fundraiser that briefly peaked near 98.5 PH, discuss PPLNS...

In this episode, we dive into Canaan’s surprising GitHub drop and what it could mean for open-source mining, license tangles and all. We unpack the inclusion of CGMiner, the BSD-3 vs GPLv3 conflict, and Canaan’s RISC-V...

In this episode, we range from ice-cold mornings and sunny Colorado skies to a deep dive on home mining, heat reuse, open hardware, and sovereign home automation. We recap getting featured in Forbes on Heat Punk...

In this episode, we go deep on two fronts: protecting open-source projects from trademark hijacking and advancing real-world hash rate heating. We share the ongoing battle to oppose fraudulent USPTO filings on the...

In this episode of POD256, we go deep on open-source Bitcoin mining with live updates from TabConf. We kick off with some tax-day banter and quickly shift into the real meat: the imminent release of Mujina; an...

In this episode, I host a deep dive on open-source Bitcoin mining hardware and network policy. We kick off with updates on the Ember One v5 hashboard design: a modern, smarter voltage regulator with digital telemetry...

In this episode, the crew reunites post-ImagineIF to debrief an energizing week across Bitcoin, AI, energy, and Freedom Tech. Rod thanks the team and presenters for delivering high-signal talks within tight constraints...

Live from Bitcoin Park in Nashville during the Bitcoin Custody & Treasury Summit week, we sat down with Skot, Ryan, and Tyler for a deeply technical, candid, and fun conversation about open-source Bitcoin mining. We...

In this episode of POD256, we dive into the intricacies of Bitcoin mining, focusing on the controversial topic of developer fees in third-party miner firmware. We explore the pros and cons of these fees, discussing how...

In this episode, we broadcast live on August 14, 2025 from Dalton, Georgia at the second evening of the Proto Mining Rig launch event, where we dive into an exciting event focused on Bitcoin mining innovations. Our...

In this lively episode recorded live on August 13, 2025 during the first night of the Proto Mining Rig launch event, we gather at an undisclosed location with a group of passionate Bitcoin enthusiasts, including Steven...

In this episode, we dive into the exciting developments in the Bitcoin mining industry, focusing on the recent arrival of Intel BZM2 chips at the 256 Foundation. Our hosts discuss the logistics of receiving and...

In this episode of Pod 256, hosts Skot, eco, and Tyler dive into the world of Bitcoin mining, exploring the intricacies of chip communication and reverse engineering. Skot shares his recent adventures with some new...

In this lively episode of Pod 256, the hosts dive into a variety of topics, starting with a nostalgic discussion about the classic movie "Cool Runnings" and the evolution of in-car entertainment systems. The...

Keywords: Samourai Wallet, legal implications, plea bargain, conspiracy charges, Bitcoin, privacy software, chilling effects, sentencing, industry response, political implications, open source Summary: The conversation...

Keywords: Bitcoin, mining, 256 Foundation, Hydrapool, custody, treasury, research, family travel, London, cultural experiences Summary: In this engaging conversation, the hosts discuss their recent family trip to...

Keywords Bitcoin, network, user experience, node technology, custody strategies, legal challenges, infrastructure, mining, privacy Summary The conversation delves into the current state of the Bitcoin network...

Keywords Bitcoin, ATL BitLab, Bitcoin mining, regulation, self-custody, community, innovation, hackathon, design, technology, Bitcoin mining, cooling solutions, open source, decentralization, hackathons, zeolite clay...

Keywords Bitcoin, mining, 256 Foundation, open source, technology, community, ASIC, market dynamics, predictions, education Summary In this episode of Pod 256, the hosts discuss various aspects of the Bitcoin mining...

Keywords: Bitcoin, mining, technology, donor advised funds, health, community, hackathons, decentralization, open source, market trends Summary: In this conversation, the hosts discuss various topics related to Bitcoin...

Keywords London, travel, nicotine, Bitcoin, community, mining, Stratum V2, open source, efficiency, business models Takeaways Rod shares his experiences in London, highlighting cultural differences. Traveling with kids...