Hosting Bitcoin

Abundant Mines

Welcome to Hosting Bitcoin, a podcast where the world of Bitcoin mining gets personal, practical, and powerful. Hosted by Beau Turner of Abundant Minds, this show is your backstage pass into the wild and rapidly evolving landscape of Bitcoin mining. Whether you're a curious beginner, a builder, or a miner scaling your operation, you’ll find real conversations, tactical insights, and visionary thinking to help you navigate and thrive in the Bitcoin energy revolution. From behind-the-scenes breakdowns of hosting deals and infrastructure to deep dives on sovereignty, energy, and the future of money, we keep it raw, real, and rooted in freedom. Disclaimer: The information shared on this podcast 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.

  1. Jun 11

    Julian Assange and The $6 Billion Bounty on Truth with Eugene Jarecki

    As a Bitcoiner, there's a good chance you've followed Assange's story closely. When he was finally released in June 2024 after years of confinement and legal battles, many in the Bitcoin community felt more than relief. It was emotional. It was personal. It forced people to reflect on the cost of telling the truth, the power of information, and what happens when individuals challenge the world's most powerful institutions. The connection between Bitcoiners and truth-seekers like Assange runs deeper than most realize. Both have spent years questioning centralized power, advocating for transparency, and defending individual sovereignty. When traditional financial networks cut WikiLeaks off from receiving donations, Bitcoin became one of the few tools that allowed the organization to continue operating, demonstrating in real time the power of money beyond the control of gatekeepers. In this conversation, Eugene shares the remarkable story behind the film, the six-year investigation that spanned fifteen countries, the extraordinary measures taken to protect sensitive information, and why Assange's story is ultimately about much more than one man. Together, they explore censorship, state power, freedom of information, and the enduring connection between financial sovereignty and the pursuit of truth. Topics Covered: • The untold story of Julian Assange • Why WikiLeaks turned to Bitcoin • Bitcoin as "freedom money" • The cost of telling the truth • Censorship, media gatekeepers, and state power • Edward Snowden's role in the film • The meaning behind The Six Billion Dollar Man • Transparency and accountability in the digital age • The shared values of Bitcoiners and truth-seekers • A new model for independent film distribution • How you can support the film Timestamps: 00:00 Assange, Satoshi & Freedom 03:03 The Hidden Story Behind Assange| 06:10 The $6 Billion Price of Truth 07:20 Why Bitcoiners Connect with Assange 09:40 How Bitcoin Saved WikiLeaks 12:19 Why This Film Is Being Suppressed 14:16 Assange, Satoshi & History's Verdict 16:33 What Bitcoiners and Truth-Seekers Share 20:02 The Most Dangerous Man in the World? 21:56 A Film Funded by Bitcoiners 27:06 How Assange Became Public Enemy #1 30:02 Why Power Fears Transparency 35:09 The True Cost of Telling the Truth 36:29 Financial Freedom vs Human Freedom 43:06 Truth, Power & The Future 45:26 Why WikiLeaks Would Use Nostr Today Learn how Bitcoiners are helping bring The $6 Billion Movie directly to the public and how you can become a Bitcoin Producer before the June 27 premiere featuring Edward Snowden and Jack Dorsey. Website: thesixbilliondollarman.com X: @EugeneJarecki Nostr: eugene@primal.net 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/

    47 min
  2. Jun 4

    The Hero's Journey of Bitcoin with Terence Michael

    Fresh off his viral Bitcoin Conference 2026 presentation, where he delivered an unforgettable 144-slide talk in just 20 minutes, Terence shares lessons from decades in Hollywood and explains why people don't change through information alone. They change through stories. Together, Beau and Terence explore how Bitcoin fits into the timeless Hero's Journey, why analogy is often more powerful than technical explanations, and why better storytelling may be one of the most important tools for driving Bitcoin adoption. They also discuss inflation, ownership, digital property rights, self-custody, inheritance planning, multisig security, time-locked Bitcoin, and why so many Bitcoiners feel compelled to educate others. This conversation offers a fresh perspective on why Bitcoin matters, how we can communicate its value more effectively, and what it takes to bring more people into the Bitcoin movement. Topics Covered: • Storytelling and Bitcoin • Money, inflation, and ownership • Mining and self-custody • Multisig and inheritance • Time-locked Bitcoin • Building a lasting legacy Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:00 Meet Terence Michael 03:20 Why storytelling matters for Bitcoin 06:20 Bitcoin, freedom, and human rights 10:20 The environmental and energy conversation 14:20 Why Hollywood needs better Bitcoin stories 16:40 Storytelling 101 for Bitcoiners 20:50 The Hero's Journey and Bitcoin 27:10 How Bitcoin changed Terence's life 30:50 Legacy, inheritance, and Bitcoin 35:00 Why Bitcoiners become educators 37:40 Reaching people outside the Bitcoin bubble 41:00 Creating content that resonates 44:00 The dirty windows analogy 46:00 Why Bitcoin isn't digital gold 49:30 Bitcoin as property 51:00 What is time-locked Bitcoin? Guest: Terence Michael Follow Terence on X: x.com/ProofOfMoney 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/

    1h 11m
  3. May 21

    Restoring Truth: Brandon Gentile on Corruption and Human Freedom

    This conversation explores that shift, and why people come for “number go up” but stay for something much bigger. What You’ll Learn: Why Bitcoin changes how you think before it changes your net worth The moment the 2008 crisis broke Brandon’s worldview Why traditional investing paths quietly break down over time The difference between idealism and pragmatism in Bitcoin Why community matters more than capital in uncertain times How Bitcoin could reshape incentives across society Key Themes: Freedom vs control Individual sovereignty The psychology of Bitcoin adoption Institutional influence vs grassroots culture Purpose, responsibility, and long-term thinking Timestamps: 00:00 – Bitcoin, purpose, and meaning 01:00 – Brandon’s background and hockey career 05:00 – The 2008 financial crisis wake-up call 09:30 – Discovering Bitcoin and early skepticism 12:00 – Leaving real estate for Bitcoin 16:00 – Why community matters more than money 18:00 – Investment vs revolution 22:00 – The flaws in traditional investing 30:00 – Why it’s hard to “orange pill” people 35:00 – Being a lighthouse, not a tugboat 37:00 – Has Bitcoin lost its edge? 40:00 – The biggest risks to Bitcoin’s future They also break down the shift happening right now as institutions, ETFs, and political figures enter the space, and what that means for Bitcoin’s culture and long-term mission. At its core, this is a conversation about purpose. Brandon shares that what drives him isn’t money, it’s the fear of reaching the end of his life and not acting on what he knows to be true. If you got value from this conversation, make sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who’s ready to think deeper about Bitcoin. And if you’re interested in going beyond holding Bitcoin and want to explore producing it, Abundant Mines offers fully managed Bitcoin mining where you own your machines and keep 100% of the Bitcoin they produce. Book a call today: go.abundantmines.com/book 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/

    1h 22m
  4. Apr 16

    Bitcoin, Lightning & the Agentic Web with Shone Anstey

    Timestamps 00:00 Intro: The Internet's Missing Layer 00:54 Welcome & Guest Introduction 02:03 Shone's Background & Bitcoin Journey 07:04 Why Bitcoin Feels Like the Internet Did in the 90s 08:03 Bitcoin as the 8th Layer of the OSI Stack 09:03 Why Lightning Exists 24:45 HTTP 402 — The Payment Code the Internet Was Always Missing 31:06 AI Agents & the Agentic Economy 44:20 Abundant Mines Ad 49:16 What Agents Mean for the Real World 59:35 Is Bitcoin the Ultimate Money for AI Agents? 1:05:41 Lightning's "Channels on Demand" Moment 1:11:33 Treasury 2.0 — Putting Bitcoin to Work 1:24:33 Advice for Business Owners Adding Bitcoin to Their Treasury 1:29:14 The Nakamoto Effect About Shone Anstey: is the CEO and Founder of LQwD FinTech Corp (TSXV: LQWD), the world's first public Bitcoin Lightning Network company, where he brings over 20 years of experience as a tech entrepreneur in regtech, analytics, data centers, and cryptocurrency. Connect with Shone:https://x.com/shoneansteyhttps://ca.linkedin.com/in/shone-anstey About Abundant Mines: Abundant Mines is a U.S.-based Bitcoin mining company powered by renewable energy, focused on transparency, education, and long-term partnerships. Subscribe for more conversations on Bitcoin, energy, and the future of money. 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/

    1h 13m
  5. Jan 29

    Bitcoin's Path Ahead with Innovator Robin Seyr

    We'll cover: 🔹 What success really costs when things are “working” 🔹 Why stepping back before burnout matters 🔹 How boredom and patience become strategic advantages 🔹 Letting go of old definitions of winning 🔹 Building smarter systems instead of grinding harder 🔹 The role of leverage, distribution, and community 🔹 How a Bitcoin mindset shapes long-term decisions 🎙Guest: Robin Seyr https://x.com/RobinSeyr ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 The Inevitable Money Printing and Bitcoin's Role 00:55 Introduction to Today's Guest: Robin Ser 01:50 Robin Ser's Journey and Market Insights 02:52 Bitcoin's Market Perception and Misconceptions 19:20 The Importance of Cash Reserves and Financial Planning 30:58 Navigating Business and Personal Financial Strategies 38:01 The Turning Point: Hiring the First Employees 38:35 Negotiating with Sponsors for Support 38:58 Struggles and Successes of Scaling Up 39:49 Reevaluating the Podcast Format 40:21 Exploring New Content Strategies 41:33 The Importance of Taking Breaks 42:59 Cost Savings and Efficiency Improvements 45:30 Advice for Entrepreneurs: Embrace Change 48:29 The Power of Boredom and Reflection 55:48 Launching Micros Seeded: The Journey 01:07:34 Looking Ahead: Plans for 2026 01:11:20 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks 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/

    1h 12m

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Welcome to Hosting Bitcoin, a podcast where the world of Bitcoin mining gets personal, practical, and powerful. Hosted by Beau Turner of Abundant Minds, this show is your backstage pass into the wild and rapidly evolving landscape of Bitcoin mining. Whether you're a curious beginner, a builder, or a miner scaling your operation, you’ll find real conversations, tactical insights, and visionary thinking to help you navigate and thrive in the Bitcoin energy revolution. From behind-the-scenes breakdowns of hosting deals and infrastructure to deep dives on sovereignty, energy, and the future of money, we keep it raw, real, and rooted in freedom. Disclaimer: The information shared on this podcast 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.

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