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This episode goes deep into the future of Bitcoin mining and AI-driven data centers with Taylor Towler of Solomon Data Systems and Bill Schneider, a global sourcing and energy strategist. Together with JohnPaul, they unpack the real economics behind power, infrastructure, and policy, from scaling megawatt projects to navigating utility politics and the coming AI energy crunch. Expect straight talk on grid congestion, demand response, modular power, and why being “behind the meter” might be the only way to stay sovereign in the next computing revolution.00:00 Intro & Guest BackgroundsJohnPaul introduces Taylor Towler (CEO, Solomon Data Systems) and Bill Schneider (energy sourcing expert). Quick overview of their backgrounds and experience scaling large-scale data centers and Bitcoin operations.02:00 Taylor’s Leap into Bitcoin MiningTaylor shares how he quit his day job during COVID, dove headfirst into Bitcoin, and landed his first consulting deal by mastering utility rate sheets.05:00 The First Big Win: 16,000 ASICs in 30 DaysInside Taylor’s first massive project , how a small team scaled overnight, built a warehouse from scratch in Montana, and learned the art of execution under pressure.09:00 The Entrepreneur’s MindsetWhy chasing fulfillment and sovereignty beats a 9–5. Taylor reflects on lessons from early risk-taking and what drives him beyond financial success.11:00 From 1MW to 250MW: Scaling SmartBreaking down the realities of large-scale infrastructure builds, load studies, land options, utility negotiations, and how to de-risk the process at each stage.15:00 The AI Shift: Data Centers Meet BitcoinWhy 90% of Solomon’s business now serves traditional data centers and how AI workloads are transforming grid demand, infrastructure design, and cooling tech.18:00 Bill’s Energy History LessonBill explains how decades of flawed policy, subsidies, and “phantom capacity” have distorted U.S. grid economics and why dispatchable power is the new oil.24:00 The Coming Power CrunchAI demand, grid instability, and the politics of electricity, how behind-the-meter generation and private infrastructure are becoming critical for reliability.27:00 The Consumer SqueezeWhy everyday energy bills are rising inflation, policy missteps, and capital misallocation, and how Bitcoin and AI are unfairly scapegoated.36:00 Utilities, Incentives, and the Broken ModelDeep dive on utility economics, asset base growth, and the hidden costs ratepayers shoulder as monopolies prioritize mega clients.48:00 Building Community TrustHow data center developers can win local support through early engagement, transparency, and direct community benefit, not PR spin.55:00 Modular Generation & Nuclear DebateThe future of decentralized power: SMRs, gas turbines, and why cost, regulation, and reliability will shape the next phase of compute growth.1:03:00 Market Outlook: AI, Mining & Capital FlowsAre we in an AI bubble? JohnPaul, Taylor, and Bill dissect Nvidia’s circular capital loop and debate whether we’re in a 1999-style hype cycle or early innings.1:14:00 Final TakeawaysBill and Taylor share closing advice: control your own power, build relationships early, stay nimble, and always bet on yourself.Enjoyed the episode?If this conversation brought you new insights, we’d love for you to leave a review, it helps more Bitcoin enthusiasts and professionals discover the show.Have a guest you'd like to hear from or a topic you want us to explore? Drop your suggestions in the comments. We’re building this podcast with and for the mining community.https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylortowler/https://solomondatasystems.com/linkedin.com/in/billschneider937 Follow JohnPaul BaricX / Twitter: @baricjohnpaulX / Twitter: MiningStore (@miningstore) on X Mining Managed Program by MiningStore is our proven mining formula that delivers constant returns:Bitcoin Managed Mining Program - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management Bitcoin Mining Hosting that deliversMiningstore HostingEarn Bitcoin at a 60% discount with Bitvault:To The Moon | Join the Green Bitcoin Revolution Are you looking for miners, managed mining, or hosting? Book a call:Schedule a Demo - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management

Dive into this conversation with Matt Prusak as he walks through his journey from USBTC and Hut 8 to launching ABTC. We cover strategy, treasury, risks, and why “maximizing Bitcoin per share” is the new gold standard for mining. Here are episode timestamps:00:00:00 Intro and ABTC mission00:01:00 Matt’s background and shift to Bitcoin mining00:03:00 USBTC to Hut 8 to Ionic and Cedarville turnaround00:04:00 Why launch American Bitcoin and how Hut 8 enables 25 EH scale00:06:00 Bitcoin per share focus and running lean with fewer than five FTE00:09:00 Dual engine strategy mining plus treasury accumulation00:10:00 Capital allocation and the 2.1 billion facility00:12:00 Countercyclical discipline and timing liquid cooling00:15:00 Hosting economics shared services and gigawatt pipeline with Hut 800:19:00 Going public via Gryphon and fast listing timeline00:23:00 Why NASDAQ and the institutional adoption lens00:26:00 Disclosure cadence and never selling sats00:27:00 When not to add hash and blockspace upside00:30:00 Three risks energy capital markets policy00:34:00 Partnership with Eric Trump and company formation00:37:00 Brand and marketing beyond crypto audiences00:42:00 Rapid fire picks reading robotics travel cooking00:47:00 Advice to younger self strengths and operating speed00:49:00 One word for 2025 track record and wrapEnjoyed the episode?If this conversation brought you new insights, we’d love for you to leave a review, it helps more Bitcoin enthusiasts and professionals discover the show.Have a guest you'd like to hear from or a topic you want us to explore? Drop your suggestions in the comments. We’re building this podcast with and for the mining community.https://x.com/MattPrusakhttps://www.abtc.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattprusak/ Follow JohnPaul BaricX / Twitter: @baricjohnpaulX / Twitter: MiningStore (@miningstore) on X Mining Managed Program by MiningStore is our proven mining formula that delivers constant returns:Bitcoin Managed Mining Program - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management Bitcoin Mining Hosting that deliversMiningstore HostingEarn Bitcoin at a 60% discount with Bitvault:To The Moon | Join the Green Bitcoin Revolution Are you looking for miners, managed mining, or hosting? Book a call:Schedule a Demo - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management

Dive into this episode with filmmaker Lauren Sieckmann, co-director of Unbanked, as she shares her journey from Nebraska to directing a global Bitcoin documentary. Use the timestamps below to jump straight to the moments that matter most.00:00 – Intro: JP introduces Lauren Sieckmann, co-director of Unbanked, and her journey into Bitcoin filmmaking.02:00 – Nebraska beginnings: Lauren shares how her father introduced her to Satoshi Nakamoto and The Bitcoin Standard, sparking her fascination with Bitcoin and money.05:00 – Writing the first script: The story behind Lauren’s first attempt at a Satoshi feature film and her early struggles breaking into the film industry.10:00 – Finding funding and a co-director: How networking on Clubhouse led to support from Jason Williams and her collaboration with David Kuhn.15:00 – Interviewing Bitcoin’s leaders: Behind-the-scenes stories from interviews with Michael Saylor, Jack Dorsey, Adam Back, and Ted Cruz.20:00 – Themes of Unbanked: Lauren explains why Bitcoin is for everyone, across politics and geography, and how the film showcases real-world use cases.25:00 – Financial literacy and sovereignty: Why Bitcoin’s biggest contribution may be sparking global financial education and individual empowerment.30:00 – Distribution and screenings: Plans for festival showings, streaming availability, and how to host private or theater screenings through Gather.35:00 – Lightning round: Quick questions with Lauren on her first Bitcoin purchase, favorite films, AI tools for filmmaking, and dream cameos.38:00 – Personal reflections: Lauren and JP reflect on filming in Austin and Iowa, capturing meaningful moments, and the importance of art in Bitcoin storytelling.41:00 – Closing thoughts: Lauren shares her hope that Unbanked leaves audiences inspired, empowered, and eager to explore Bitcoin further.Enjoyed the episode?If this conversation brought you new insights, we’d love for you to leave a review, it helps more Bitcoin enthusiasts and professionals discover the show.Have a guest you'd like to hear from or a topic you want us to explore? Drop your suggestions in the comments. We’re building this podcast with and for the mining community.@LaurenSieckmann@UnbankedMoviewww.unbankedmovie.comhttp://bit.ly/Unbanked_Watch_Here Follow JohnPaul BaricX / Twitter: @baricjohnpaulX / Twitter: MiningStore (@miningstore) on X Mining Managed Program by MiningStore is our proven mining formula that delivers constant returns:Bitcoin Managed Mining Program - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management Bitcoin Mining Hosting that deliversMiningstore HostingEarn Bitcoin at a 60% discount with Bitvault:To The Moon | Join the Green Bitcoin Revolution Are you looking for miners, managed mining, or hosting? Book a call:Schedule a Demo - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management

This episode follows JP’s conversation with Zachary Townsend, CEO of Meanwhile, covering how he built the first fully Bitcoin-denominated life insurance company and its role in the emerging Bitcoin economy.[00:00:00] Introduction. JP welcomes Zachary and the topic of Bitcoin life insurance.[00:01:00] Why Bitcoin + Life Insurance. Starting from the belief in a global Bitcoin economy.[00:03:00] Whole Life as the Original HODL. Long-term wealth transfer in Bitcoin.[00:04:00] Running on a Bitcoin Standard. All operations in BTC.[00:05:00] Zachary’s Background. From fintech and government to Stripe and Y Combinator.[00:08:00] Serving Global Markets. Bermuda licensing and expansion plans.[00:12:00] How the Product Works. Whole life policies, tax benefits, BTC-backed loans.[00:15:00] Where the Yield Comes From. Over-collateralized Bitcoin lending.[00:20:00] Challenges and Opportunities. Bitcoin hurdle rate and simplicity.[00:24:00] Future Products. Annuities, investment contracts, reinsurance.[00:28:00] Policy Limits and Transparency. BTC caps and public audits.[00:30:00] Building Trust. Overcoming skepticism and engaging clients.[00:33:00] Advice for Entrepreneurs. Going slower to build right.[00:35:00] Roadmap to a Billion Users. Expanding to smaller policies worldwide.[00:39:00] Managing Premium Payments. Avoiding being short Bitcoin.[00:41:00] How to Get Involved. Website sign-up and miner outreach.[00:43:00] Closing. Final thoughts and invitation to connect.Enjoyed the episode?If this conversation brought you new insights, we’d love for you to leave a review, it helps more Bitcoin enthusiasts and professionals discover the show.Have a guest you'd like to hear from or a topic you want us to explore? Drop your suggestions in the comments. We’re building this podcast with and for the mining community.@ztownsend@meanwhilelife Follow JohnPaul BaricX / Twitter: @baricjohnpaulX / Twitter: MiningStore (@miningstore) on X Mining Managed Program by MiningStore is our proven mining formula that delivers constant returns:Bitcoin Managed Mining Program - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management Bitcoin Mining Hosting that deliversMiningstore HostingEarn Bitcoin at a 60% discount with Bitvault:To The Moon | Join the Green Bitcoin Revolution Are you looking for miners, managed mining, or hosting? Book a call:Schedule a Demo - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management

Johnpaul Baric interviews Carson Smith, pioneer of immersion cooling and builder of SBI Group’s 250MW global mining arm, now driving energy-efficient Bitcoin and AI infrastructure with 21 Tree Capital, Density AI, and Merkel Edge. They unpack power economics, demand response, treasury discipline, and the entrepreneurial grit required to survive and learn from multi-million-dollar mistakes.00:01:00 – Early Mining Journey & Technical Evolution00:03:00 – ASIC Development, Fried Cat, and DIY Immersion Cooling00:07:00 – Scale of Early Immersion Operations & Challenges00:10:00 – Career Pivot to SBI & Building a Global Mining Footprint00:17:00 – Large-Scale Deployment Lessons & Mistakes00:20:00 – Operational Tooling for Massive Miner Fleets00:24:00 – Negotiating Energy Contracts & Local Partnerships00:26:00 – Demand Response & Grid Dynamics00:32:00 – Creditworthiness & Capitalization Challenges00:33:00 – Current Focus: 21 Tree Capital, AI Crossover, and Merkel Edge00:36:00 – Power Costs & Strategic Importance (Bitcoin vs. AI)00:41:00 – Small AI Data Centers, Offtake, and Idle Capacity Monetization00:46:00 – Converting Bitcoin Mines to AI & Compatibility Challenges00:47:00 – Cooling Trends in AI Infrastructure00:49:00 – Treasury Management & Preparing for Cycles00:52:00 – Entrepreneurship Wisdom & Closing ThoughtsEnjoyed the episode?If this conversation brought you new insights, we’d love for you to leave a review, it helps more Bitcoin enthusiasts and professionals discover the show.Have a guest you'd like to hear from or a topic you want us to explore? Drop your suggestions in the comments. We’re building this podcast with and for the mining community.@blocksmither Follow JohnPaul BaricX / Twitter: @baricjohnpaulX / Twitter: MiningStore (@miningstore) on X Mining Managed Program by MiningStore is our proven mining formula that delivers constant returns:Bitcoin Managed Mining Program - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management Bitcoin Mining Hosting that deliversMiningstore HostingEarn Bitcoin at a 60% discount with Bitvault:To The Moon | Join the Green Bitcoin Revolution Are you looking for miners, managed mining, or hosting? Book a call:Schedule a Demo - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management

In this episode of Digital Gold, Mike Colyer provides an insider's readout on post-halving economics, supply chain arbitrage, and policy vectors steering Bitcoin's next-generation compute grid.Here are the key discussion points from the episode:00:00:00 Introduction to Mike Colyer and Foundry00:01:00 Mike Colyer's Bitcoin Journey and Motivation00:12:00 Foundry's Genesis and Mission00:19:00 Foundry's Operations and Services.00:23:00 Insights on Bitcoin Mining and Network00:30:00 AI's Impact on Mining and Grid Integration00:37:00 Energy Costs and Future Outlook for Mining00:43:00 Foundry's Spin-offs00:49:00 Industry Maturity and Bitcoin's Security BudgetEnjoyed the episode?If this conversation brought you new insights, we’d love for you to leave a review, it helps more Bitcoin enthusiasts and professionals discover the show.Have a guest you'd like to hear from or a topic you want us to explore? Drop your suggestions in the comments. We’re building this podcast with and for the mining community. Follow JohnPaul BaricX / Twitter: @baricjohnpaulX / Twitter: MiningStore (@miningstore) on X Mining Managed Program by MiningStore is our proven mining formula that delivers constant returns:Bitcoin Managed Mining Program - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management Bitcoin Mining Hosting that deliversMiningstore HostingEarn Bitcoin at a 60% discount with Bitvault:To The Moon | Join the Green Bitcoin Revolution Are you looking for miners, managed mining, or hosting? Book a call:Schedule a Demo - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management

In this episode, Labrador native Curtis Doran explains how he grew a lone garage miner into a 14 megawatt Bitcoin powerhouse, turned its waste heat into a lifeline for homes and businesses in Canada’s frozen northeast, and sets the stage before we dive into the detailed timestamps below.00:00:00 - Introduction: Curtis Dorin and the Digital Gold Podcast00:00:58 - Labrador's Unique Position for Bitcoin Mining00:06:21 - Block Lab's Journey from Garage to 14 Megawatts00:10:39 - The Quebec Power Deal and Policy Hurdles00:21:07 - Hestia: Bitcoin Mining for Heat00:30:57 - Hestia's Market and Demand Response Capabilities00:46:27 - Certifications, Patents, and EV Charging Integration00:50:09 - Bitcoin as a "Pioneer Species" and Grid Benefits00:56:07 - Future Outlook and Satoshi's Vision00:58:53 - Conclusion and Hestia Heat Call to ActionEnjoyed the episode?If this conversation brought you new insights, we’d love for you to leave a review, it helps more Bitcoin enthusiasts and professionals discover the show.Have a guest you'd like to hear from or a topic you want us to explore? Drop your suggestions in the comments. We’re building this podcast with and for the mining community.Follow Curtis Doran:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtis-doran-7391669b/ Follow JohnPaul BaricX / Twitter: @baricjohnpaulX / Twitter: MiningStore (@miningstore) on X Mining Managed Program by MiningStore is our proven mining formula that delivers constant returns:Bitcoin Managed Mining Program - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management Bitcoin Mining Hosting that deliversMiningstore HostingEarn Bitcoin at a 60% discount with Bitvault:To The Moon | Join the Green Bitcoin Revolution Are you looking for miners, managed mining, or hosting? Book a call:Schedule a Demo - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management

Drawing on his deep roots in finance, academia, media, and even personal Bitcoin mining experience, Alexander discusses Bitcoin's potential to decarbonize energy grids, harness stranded energy, and redefine sustainability. He unpacks the evolving role of Bitcoin mining, debunks common myths, and shares insights from his work at Cambridge, which bridges the gap between the mining industry and policymakers by providing trusted, evidence-based data. The conversation highlights key findings from Cambridge's latest report, including the significant impact of utilizing otherwise flared gas for mining and the changing geographic distribution of hashrate, ultimately envisioning a greener future for the industry.Enjoyed the episode?If this conversation brought you new insights, we’d love for you to leave a review, it helps more Bitcoin enthusiasts and professionals discover the show.Have a guest you'd like to hear from or a topic you want us to explore? Drop your suggestions in the comments. We’re building this podcast with and for the mining community.0:00 – Introduction. Meet Alexander Neumueller, the architect of the CBECI and researcher at the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance.3:45 – The Cambridge Bitcoin Electricity Consumption Index (CBECI): Purpose and Methodology. How CBECI became the industry’s most cited source on Bitcoin mining energy use.10:10 – Global Mining Energy Mix: What the Data Actually Shows. The true share of sustainable energy in Bitcoin mining. Regional differences: U.S., South America, Europe, and MENA. Dispelling misconceptions about Bitcoin’s carbon footprint.16:20 – Mining as an Energy Asset: Grid Flexibility and Demand Response. How miners are increasingly acting as real-time energy participants. The emerging case for mining as a stabilizer in renewables-heavy grids.22:50 – Institutional Capital and Mining Infrastructure. How energy data is unlocking new investment from funds, family offices, and energy firms. CBECI’s role in derisking mining narratives for traditional allocators.28:00 – Policy, ESG, and the Role of Research. Why CBECI is referenced by policymakers and regulators globally. The gap between ESG perceptions and operational realities in mining.35:15 – The Evolution of Mining Strategy. Efficiency, uptime, and jurisdictional selection as investment drivers.42:00 – Final Thoughts & Resources. How investors can engage with CBECI findings. Where Bitcoin mining is heading and how research will continue to shape its trajectory.Follow Alexander Neumueller:X / Twitter: @alexneumueller - https://x.com/alexneumuellerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-neumueller/ Follow JohnPaul BaricX / Twitter: @baricjohnpaulX / Twitter: MiningStore (@miningstore) on X Mining Managed Program by MiningStore is our proven mining formula that delivers constant returns:Bitcoin Managed Mining Program - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management Bitcoin Mining Hosting that deliversMiningstore HostingEarn Bitcoin at a 60% discount with Bitvault:To The Moon | Join the Green Bitcoin Revolution Are you looking for miners, managed mining, or hosting? Book a call:Schedule a Demo - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management

Lukas Pfeiffer charts an arc from dorm room doubter to Genesis Digital Assets executive and institutional advisor, concluding that a Bitcoin only thesis delivers the most durable intrinsic value. He observes a macro inflection where infrastructure capital increasingly treats mining as a power monetization instrument, with pragmatic US operators racing ahead while European boardrooms remain constrained by ESG gatekeepers. Grid Imagery weaponizes this thesis by turning modular ASIC fleets into grid responsive assets that reach sub second frequency response of 0.7 seconds, unlocking premium ancillary service markets. The platform engineers a tri layer revenue stack that earns standby capacity fees while offline, captures negative price arbitrage when switched on, and continuously harvests block rewards. Pfeiffer contends that such flexible miners outclass battery storage and will anchor renewable heavy grids as they converge with high performance compute campuses to maximize capital efficiency and grid resilience.Enjoyed the episode?If this conversation brought you new insights, we’d love for you to leave a review, it helps more Bitcoin enthusiasts and professionals discover the show.Have a guest you'd like to hear from or a topic you want us to explore? Drop your suggestions in the comments. We’re building this podcast with and for the mining community.00:00–05:00 Lukas Pfeiffer’s dorm-to-data-center origin story and rapid-scale tour at Genesis Digital Assets, framing his “Bitcoin-only” investment thesis.05:00–12:00 Institutional capital gets a crash course in hash-rate economics: US boardrooms lean pragmatic while European ICs wrestle with ESG optics.14:00–20:00 Unlocking ancillary-service revenue: Grid Imagery engineers sub-second (0.7 s) frequency-response capability, redefining miners as grid assets.20:00–26:00 Triple-stack monetization flywheel paid standby, paid negative-price absorption, plus continuous block rewards creates a capital efficient flex-load platform.32:00–38:00 Comparative asset analysis: modular ASIC fleets outclass lithium-ion storage on CAPEX, duty-cycle depth, and non-correlated yield exposure.40:00–46:00 Five-year vision: hybrid HPC-Bitcoin campuses leveraging shared power envelopes, heat-reuse loops, and AI demand-response APIs.48:00–End Talent call-out: Grid Imagery recruiting US energy-market specialists; connect with Pfeiffer on LinkedIn.@PfeifferLukaslinkedin.com/in/lukas-pfeiffer- Follow JohnPaul BaricX / Twitter: @baricjohnpaulX / Twitter: MiningStore (@miningstore) on X Mining Managed Program by MiningStore is our proven mining formula that delivers constant returns:Bitcoin Managed Mining Program - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management Bitcoin Mining Hosting that deliversMiningstore HostingEarn Bitcoin at a 60% discount with Bitvault:To The Moon | Join the Green Bitcoin Revolution Are you looking for miners, managed mining, or hosting? Book a call:Schedule a Demo - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management

In this episode of Digital Gold, JohnPaul Baric sits down with Dennis Porter, CEO of Satoshi Action Fund, to unpack how Bitcoin mining is becoming a pivotal energy tool, not just a financial one.From saving lives in Texas winter storms to enabling energy development in Africa and rural America, Dennis explains why Bitcoin is a partner, not a parasite, to the grid. They also dive into hot-button topics like stablecoins surpassing Visa, Tether’s shocking profits compared to BlackRock, and what Dennis sees coming by 2030.This episode is a masterclass for energy entrepreneurs, policymakers, and investors who want to understand the real economic and environmental value behind Bitcoin infrastructure and why the time to build is now.Enjoyed the episode?If this conversation brought you new insights, we’d love for you to leave a review, it helps more Bitcoin enthusiasts and professionals discover the show.Have a guest you'd like to hear from or a topic you want us to explore? Drop your suggestions in the comments. We’re building this podcast with and for the mining community.Episode breakdown:00:00 – Intro & Dennis’s JourneyHow Dennis discovered Bitcoin and transitioned from finance to advocacy.06:00 – The Political Wake-Up CallHow regulation threats led to the founding of Satoshi Action Fund.12:00 – Right to Mine & Digital Asset RightsEarly wins, state legislation, and what’s at stake for 20M+ Americans.18:00 – Bitcoin’s Role in the GridHow mining supports grid resilience, clean energy, and rural revitalization.26:00 – Peaker Plants vs. Bitcoin MinersBreaking down the economics and emissions of flexible load vs. legacy infrastructure.31:00 – Vision 2030: Bitcoin as an Energy Development ToolThe future of global power generation with Bitcoin as the buyer of last resort.36:00 – Global Impact: Africa, Poverty, and Power AccessWhy Bitcoin can unlock prosperity for billions through energy inclusion.44:00 – Federal Involvement & Methane MitigationShould the U.S. back Bitcoin mining? And how it reduces environmental harm.52:00 – Stablecoins, Tether, and Yield PoliticsWhy stablecoins are shaking up traditional finance and who’s trying to stop it.59:00 – How to Take ActionGrassroots advocacy tips and how individuals can influence real policy.1:06:00 – Final Thoughts & Dennis’s VisionA call to builders, advocates, and listeners to shape the future of Bitcoin. Follow JohnPaul BaricX / Twitter: @baricjohnpaulX / Twitter: MiningStore (@miningstore) on X Mining Managed Program by MiningStore is our proven mining formula that delivers constant returns:Bitcoin Managed Mining Program - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management Bitcoin Mining Hosting that deliversMiningstore HostingEarn Bitcoin at a 60% discount with Bitvault:To The Moon | Join the Green Bitcoin Revolution Are you looking for miners, managed mining, or hosting? Book a call:Schedule a Demo - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management

What separates Bitcoin mining projects that attract serious capital from those that struggle or fail?In this episode, John Paul Baric, CEO of MiningStore, sits down with Denis Rusinovich, a mining veteran who’s helped shape mining policy, infrastructure, and finance since 2017. Denis reveals what investors are really looking for, why grid integration and regulatory planning are no longer optional, and how Bitcoin mining is evolving into a critical part of the global energy and financial systems.Whether you're building a mine, investing in one, or planning your next move, this episode gives you a rare inside look into how to structure mining projects that survive and thrive over the next decade.Enjoyed the episode?If this conversation brought you new insights, we’d love for you to leave a review, it helps more Bitcoin enthusiasts and professionals discover the show.Have a guest you'd like to hear from or a topic you want us to explore? Drop your suggestions in the comments. We’re building this podcast with and for the mining community.0:50 Introduction: JP welcomes Denis Rusinovich, highlighting his transition from project finance into Bitcoin mining and his focus on making mining projects bankable​.2:43 Early Lessons: Denis shares how he applied traditional infrastructure finance models to mining operations from day one​.6:35 Making Mining Bankable: Discussion on what changed since 2017, from hostile regulators to growing government acceptance and the importance of regulation​.8:23 Energy and Community Integration: How miners can create value for local grids and communities beyond energy consumption, becoming essential partners​.11:33 Noise, Heat, and Reuse: Real-world challenges with sound, and how heat reuse offers a new advantage for mining sustainability​.20:27 Reframing Mining for Institutions: Denis explains how he separates Bitcoin mining from "crypto" by positioning it as energy infrastructure28:47 Where to Invest Now: Denis’s views on the best emerging regions for mining, and why midterm diversification is key​.42:28 Regulatory Pitfalls: Live examples from Kazakhstan and Russia showing how governments are tightening Bitcoin revenue controls​.47:30 Tariffs, Synthetic Hashrate, and Future Models: Why host-and-sell models, synthetic hashrate products, and localized manufacturing could reshape the mining landscape​.01:02:14 Banking Mining Projects: How Denis advises clients to structure cashflows and minimize crypto exposure to meet bank compliance standards​.01:05:33 Final Lessons: Avoid single-location risk, embrace the evolving Bitcoin mining model, and stay rational in an emotionally volatile market​. Follow JohnPaul BaricX / Twitter: @baricjohnpaulX / Twitter: MiningStore (@miningstore) on X Mining Managed Program by MiningStore is our proven mining formula that delivers constant returns:Bitcoin Managed Mining Program - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management Bitcoin Mining Hosting that deliversMiningstore HostingEarn Bitcoin at a 60% discount with Bitvault:To The Moon | Join the Green Bitcoin Revolution Are you looking for miners, managed mining, or hosting? Book a call:Schedule a Demo - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management

Why do 80% of crypto investors lose money while a select few build long-term wealth?In this episode of The Digital Gold Podcast, John Paul Baric sits down with Kyle Reidhead, co-founder of Milk Road, to break down the biggest mistakes investors make and how to position yourself for success in Bitcoin, crypto, and Web3.Why most investors fail and how to avoid their mistakesThe truth about altcoins vs. Bitcoin for long-term gainsHow to navigate crypto cycles and build wealth during bear marketsWhere the real value in Web3 will be createdKyle shares hard-earned lessons from multiple crypto cycles, how he built a media brand with 330,000+ subscribers, and why thinking long-term is the key to both investing and entrepreneurship.Are you making the same mistakes as 80% of investors? This conversation might change how you think about crypto forever.00:00 Introduction to Digital Gold Podcast00:57 Guest Introduction: Kyle Reidhead01:55 Kyle's Journey into Crypto06:57 Meeting People Where They Are07:55 The Evolution of Web3 Marketing18:05 Integrating Marketing and Products25:59 The Fat App Thesis16:22 Challenges and Rewards of Crypto Entrepreneurship Follow JohnPaul BaricX / Twitter: @baricjohnpaulX / Twitter: MiningStore (@miningstore) on X Mining Managed Program by MiningStore is our proven mining formula that delivers constant returns:Bitcoin Managed Mining Program - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management Bitcoin Mining Hosting that deliversMiningstore HostingEarn Bitcoin at a 60% discount with Bitvault:To The Moon | Join the Green Bitcoin Revolution Are you looking for miners, managed mining, or hosting? Book a call:Schedule a Demo - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management

Are you ready to explore the controversial intersection of Bitcoin mining, energy, and storytelling? Uncover the truth behind Bitcoin mining’s impact on energy markets and sustainability, challenging mainstream narratives with the documentary Dirty Coin. From Google to Bitcoin: Journey with award-winning filmmaker Alana Mediavilla as she explores the controversial world of cryptocurrency and its potential to reshape our energy future. Energy is Life: Discover how Bitcoin mining can drive energy infrastructure, empower communities, and revolutionize our approach to electricity with insights from Dirty Coin. Stay Radically Independent: Learn the secrets to ethical filmmaking, trusting your gut, and creating impactful content that resonates with communities from Alana Mediavilla. Support Independent Filmmaking and Earn: Find out how you can make money promoting Dirty Coin and other impactful films, directly supporting filmmakers and spreading important messages.[00:00] – Intro: The power of Bitcoin mining and the role of storytelling in shifting public perception[02:28] – The Making of Dirty Coin: Winning Best Movie at the Bitcoin Film Festival[09:10] – Alana’s journey: From animation previous to the internet era, to Silicon Valley and Google, to independent filmmaking[13:35] – Who Dirty Coin was made for and why making Bitcoin mining accessible to skeptics was a priority[18:15] – Creative process and challenges of filming about the Bitcoin mining industry[23:27] – Fundraising for a documentary as an independent filmmaker and the hurdles presented[27:52] – From Puerto Rico to Paraguay: Capturing Bitcoin mining’s reality[31:22] – The importance of energy in the modern life[35:59] – The Bitcoin mining ecosystem: impact on rural economies, renewable energy adoption, powering industries, creating jobs and the community around Bitcoin[43:49] – How Dirty Coin helps Bitcoin miners explain their work to family and friends[46:15] – How filmmakers can tackle controversial topics while staying authentic[51:48] – The future of Dirty Coin and what is next for AlanaWatch Dirty Coin, the film changing how people understand Bitcoin mining:https://kinema.com/events/Dirty-Coin:-The-Bitcoin-Mining-Documentary-2vwp5d Follow Alana Mediavilla:X / Twitter: alana mediavilla (@AlanaMediavilla) on XLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/halana/  Follow JohnPaul BaricX / Twitter: @baricjohnpaulX / Twitter: MiningStore (@miningstore) on X Mining Managed Program by MiningStore is our proven mining formula that delivers constant returns:Bitcoin Managed Mining Program - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management Bitcoin Mining Hosting that deliversMiningstore HostingEarn Bitcoin at a 60% discount with Bitvault:To The Moon | Join the Green Bitcoin Revolution Are you looking for miners, managed mining, or hosting? Book a call:Schedule a Demo - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management

Bitcoin mining is rapidly evolving, offering unprecedented opportunities for those who understand the industry's financial and technical nuances. In this episode of Digital Gold, we sit down with Penny Ether, a meticulous Bitcoin mining expert, trader, and financial analyst, to explore his journey and the strategies behind his success. From deep-diving into companies' financials to analyzing 10-Q reports, Penny explains how his research-driven approach has led to major investment wins in the competitive mining space.He breaks down the challenges of the ‘ASIC hamster wheel,’ where miners must constantly upgrade hardware to stay profitable, and discusses the competitive landscape shaping the industry. Penny also shares his insights on financial instruments like convertible notes and how macroeconomic factors influence Bitcoin mining profitability. His ability to connect market trends with mining operations offers a unique perspective for both investors and operators looking to stay ahead.Looking toward the future, Penny provides his predictions on Bitcoin’s price movement and network hashrate by June 2025, backed by data-driven analysis. Whether you're a seasoned miner or new to the space, this episode delivers valuable insights to sharpen your understanding and identify new opportunities in the ever-changing world of Bitcoin mining.Follow Penny EtherX / Twitter: @penny_ether Follow JohnPaul BaricX / Twitter: @baricjohnpaulX / Twitter: MiningStore (@miningstore) on X Mining Managed Program by MiningStore is our proven mining formula that delivers constant returns:Bitcoin Managed Mining Program - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management Bitcoin Mining Hosting that deliversMiningstore HostingEarn Bitcoin at a 60% discount with Bitvault:To The Moon | Join the Green Bitcoin Revolution Are you looking for miners, managed mining, or hosting? Book a call:Schedule a Demo - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management

Welcome to the new season of The Digital Gold Podcast. This is season two and I'm sitting here today with Stefan Russ, the founder of Laguna. Stefan, welcome to the show. Super excited to be here. I'm excited to launch it again, especially with you, man. It's a great story you have and I'm excited to dive into it for everyone.Yeah. So tell me more about Laguna Labs. How did you, when did you have the idea that we needed the products that you guys set out to build? So, it was started off a while back, right when Covid hit government, shut everything down. What are we gonna do? How are we gonna live with. we'll print a lot of money, but it's not gonna have any impact on no impact.No impact whatsoever. We can shut down old economy, it's not gonna have any impact, and we'll just print money anyway. And I just felt something's gotta give. Right? And then, and ultimately it was inflation, right? And so all I, well, I was also intrigued by terror, the stable coin that they launched. And so how can we build an inflation protected stable coin and then ultimately provide more governance on chain as it relates.quantitative easing, quantitative tightening. Mm-hmm. . And that there's a transparent, you know, not curated,  immutable, visible, participatory sort of way of supporting the economy and opportunities. And so you mentioned a way that couldn't be obstructed or manipulated, so you had to build your own data source, right?Yeah, yeah. So we, we looked at how the data source is being aggregate. We noticed that it was like more than a hundred years old, right? So they built this back in 1920s. Wow. So it was like on paper and pencil, on paper and pen surveys, you know, And now they do the same surveys and they do it with iPads,That's the innovation. And so we just felt, let's take a developer mindset to do this. Um, how do we aggregate some, I think we've sourced from 50 million different source, 50 different sources. Okay. 18 million items that we track on a daily basis. 18 million. That you guys track all via programmatic, all programmatic, all on chain, visible for free to anybody that wants to go look at a dashboard and you can see.12 indexes at the moment, but we'll have about 50 in about a week's time. Wow. So these indexes, what, What are they? What everyday? Household goods. Household goods, rent, you know, is it rent that you're paying? Is it a mortgage you're paying? The prices of housing. is it food? Is it in food that you eat in at home and you cook grocery store food?Or is it food you eat out at a restaurant? Your utility bills, your the cost of electricity, because ultimately that's influencing the amount you transport, right? Your transportation costs the cost of everything. The cost of everything, right? Electricity, I mean gas. It's like we got these two building blocks of our lives and we don't realize how much the cost affects exactly. that's really just, we've just been focused on that and try to identify all new sources. So just before I got, we started this podcast, I had a call with a entity outta Switzerland that are aggregating environmental data. Okay. And so they've hashed it all on the blockchain. And so we are working with them to put that and make that available to smart contract developers so that smart contract developers then can build product.Financial instruments that allow anybody to hedge themselves and protect their purchasing power. So what type of environmental data are you talking about? Like is this temperature, is this humidity, or is this, So it's less climate data. So we have another partner that we're working with, and we'll be announcing that next week as well, where we're actually bringing to market climate data.So old temperature, uh, hyperbaric pressure. Wow. , we're bringing. Historical weather data, you know, floods, warnings, , et cetera. So when you start bringing this data to the Oracles, yeah, that means people can build markets on top of this data that then they can make synthetic like purchases or decisions or bets effectively.Exactly. Okay. Exactly. And so if you look at the derivatives market worldwide, it's a quadr dollar size industry. You look at the commodities industry, it's another trillion couple of trillion dollars. I mean, we can't even fathom those numbers because there's so many zeros . , but I mean, I think,  , realistically, it's, it's just, , yeah, it, everybody's gonna be building off the back of this, and we want to allow that creativity to flourish.To flourish. And I think that's one of the important things is you need to have the right data set to understand how you're being impacted by these decisions that are so far out, that are so, , abstract for most people. Like what is. What does a quarter basis point rate increase look like? What does a one basis point rate mean to you?Yeah. You have no way to correlate that to your day to day life. So you guys are helping bridge the gap. Exactly. And we're not already doing that, so we're also allowing, we're building a personal calculator. Okay. So what is per, what is inflation to you? Because your spending might be different to my spending.Yeah. Might be different to,  , anybody else's spending. Right. Mail spending or whatever. Right. And so as a result, How do we deal with that? Right? Yeah. And, and, and how do we calculate inflation? To me, because I'm driving a lot. You know, Oh man, I, I have a high cost of transportation. So the inflation to me is 12%, right?Mm-hmm. , But somebody in the UK that's staying at home, working from home has to use air con during the day because it's so hot. Heating in the winter at night, they're suffering 88% inflation on utility costs. Yep. So for them, inflation's gonna be slightly. How do you aggregate that number? Do I save, do I put that into my own spreadsheet?I can upload a CSV file. Do I use Mint to be able to track all my expenditure and my budget? I can import from Mint, Can I have it on MasterCard? I see all my MasterCard expenditure and it import that and it then calculates my personal inflation. So, and that's also gonna be for free. So anybody can, That's an amazing tool.Yeah. Cause that's one of the things I think is in part with inflation is how does it affect me versus how does it affect you? As you mentioned, electricity in UK is going crazy. So that is, that's such a cool tool. Yeah. So what are the numbers you guys are seeing at Reflation versus the numbers that are being reported or the numbers that have been reported?Is it a small difference? Is it magnitudes of a difference? Um, or is it pretty similar? No, I mean, we had a magnitude, a much bigger difference earlier on. Um, and it seems to be plateauing at sort of a level of eight to 9%. Okay. Um, we are reporting 9% on reflation for the. And the government's reporting 8.2%.Mm-hmm. . And so there is a bit of a discrepancy about by 1%, but it was greater. Earlier on, we were in double digit. We had recorded double digit, uh, inflations at the peak. Wow, up to 13%. We were just shy of 13% inflation. And so when you're calculating the number, and also the government is like a six months of like lagging data, is there like a, is there a string to it or is it just today the present moment?Like how does that work? Yeah, so we, we do it on a daily basis. We can't get it right now to have it real time. Yeah, we want to get it to real time, but in order to do real time, we need to have more predictive, uh, capabilities in terms of taking into account future pricing. Of specific commodities. Uh, and, and that will then ultimately also then have an impact on today's prices that we experience.Yeah. Um, but we do it on a daily basis. In contrast, the government is about 30 days, um, late. So we're 30 times faster than the existing reporting mechanism. And do you guys only doing US dollar inflation domination, or is there. Currency nominating inflation. Yeah. So people have asked us, so we listened to the community and what they ask us, so they asked us to then go to the uk.So we launched inflation calculator for the uk. Okay. Um, and we leverage the same architecture that we have. And so that was very easy. We're now getting asked to have it in different denominations. So we, at the past or so far to date, Only do US dollar denomination. Mm-hmm. . And we're looking to sort of see what other we've been actually been asked, Can you put it in BTC and E terms?Right. Ooh. Okay. So I can then see how it ranks against that. And so we want to then have a widget that we can then add and you can have compare versus Bitcoin versus E, and then you can then actually US dollar and see what inflation looks like. I think this idea that, you know, we changed the base denominator currency is completely new over the next, the past 20 years.Like, okay, you know, first year the four x currencies dollars, ster. Euro, but now it's like, Oh wait, you can have any asset underneath there really, or any type of currency in Bitcoin, Ethereum. So that, that's, that's huge for the, for the future. Um, let's see. So we mentioned, you talked about personalizing inflation data.Yeah. What type of actions can someone take when they have that personalized information? , Let's, let's hear about that. Yeah. So how do I hedge myself, right? If I know I'm experiencing a 10% inflation, how do I hedge myself against that? What do I do? And those are questions. We're now trying to identify products associated with that.And that's what we do at Laguna Labs. We're building and we specialize in tools and protocols that enable inflation protection, inflation proof, economic opportunities, right? Yeah. And so what do they look like now that we know what inflation is or true inflation, then how do we now build these products?One of the products that we first launched was, is a flat coin. Okay? And a flat coin is a stable. Pegged to inflation. Okay. So it's actually moves us dollar plus minus inflation, minus when we have deflation, plus when we hav

[5:24] Luxors data sources and how they discovered the importance of Terra hash.[7:01] How does Luxor get insight into these back of the market deals?[8:47]Can you talk about the margins again and what those look like?[10:12] Discussion around compass and liquidation.[11:44] Where do you see the market going in the next two years?[14:12] When do big players like Samsung, Nvidia, AMD, Intel get involved in the space?[17:34] How do you see the capital market?[19:33] How does Luxor fit into going public?[21:01] The future of hash rate.[23:36] How are you getting the Luxor name and brand out there?[27:33] What advice can you give people to prepare for a bear market in 23’ 24’.[31:46] Bitcoin, Mine it or buy it?[34:41] What advice would you give to someone thats 18 years old looking to get into bitcoin mining?[37:53] Where can people connect with you? Follow JohnPaul BaricX / Twitter: @baricjohnpaulX / Twitter: MiningStore (@miningstore) on X Mining Managed Program by MiningStore is our proven mining formula that delivers constant returns:Bitcoin Managed Mining Program - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management Bitcoin Mining Hosting that deliversMiningstore HostingEarn Bitcoin at a 60% discount with Bitvault:To The Moon | Join the Green Bitcoin Revolution Are you looking for miners, managed mining, or hosting? Book a call:Schedule a Demo - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management

[00:00.50]- How did you start palm beach confidential[7:23.36] - How do you help people better understand crypto’s purpose or value?[12:30.74] - A monetary system not built on guns and missles.[13:45.17] - the relationship between Bitcoin and the energy industry.[16:32.38] - poverty caused by lack of infrastructure and Bitcoin can help alleviate that.[17:18.83] - How do you see bitcoin playing out in the next 3-4 years.[19:39.70] - Do you believe bitcoin could reach a half million in the next five years?[23:52.52] - How companies like coinbase are making crypto easier to get into.[25:16.95] - Defi protocols or tokens[28:29.11] - How can real world tangible things be integrated into Defi?[30:19.83] - Whats a problem you face everyday that nobody has solved yet?[33:55.82] - Think about what the regret will cost you?[34:59.24] - What advice would you give to your younger self?[39:48.62] - Final Thoughts Support & Connect:• MiningStore - www.miningstore.com• Aurum Capital Ventures - www.aurumcapitalventures.com• Twitter - https://twitter.com/jpbaric• LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnpaul-baric-6372a764/• TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jpbaric?lang=en Connect with Teeka Tiwara:• Instagram- @teekatiwari_t• Twitter- @Teeka_Tiwari For Defi Technologies:• Instagram- @DeFiTechnologies• Twitter- @DeFi_NEO General Podcast Information:Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iAxkMfPHcCwEUShz8IgplListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-gold/id1539971833Listen on Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/8f4d7392-88e7-4526-97ca-f0a1a5dfec83/Digital-GoldListen on Google Podcasts: https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zaW1wbGVjYXN0LmNvbS9DcURIN3hxVw%3D%3D  Follow JohnPaul BaricX / Twitter: @baricjohnpaulX / Twitter: MiningStore (@miningstore) on X Mining Managed Program by MiningStore is our proven mining formula that delivers constant returns:Bitcoin Managed Mining Program - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management Bitcoin Mining Hosting that deliversMiningstore HostingEarn Bitcoin at a 60% discount with Bitvault:To The Moon | Join the Green Bitcoin Revolution Are you looking for miners, managed mining, or hosting? Book a call:Schedule a Demo - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management

[00:01:30] Can you talk about the Energy crisis that happened in Texas?[00:04:05] Can you give a brief summary of the energy generation going offline in the ice storm?[00:07:00] How did people make money off this crisis?[00:08:15] Are you familiar with the credit swaps happening between energy producers?[00:10:10] Do you think Bitcoin miners can help improve the overall renewable ecosystem?[00:14:00] The optionality between selling power to the grid vs mining bitcoin. [00:15:15] Will there be new tariffs on renewables because of the snow storm?[00:17:12] How have your discussions been with power producers and energy companies before Bitcoin's price rise? [00:18:27] Credit lines for Bitcoin miners moving forward. [00:21:46] Do you think Bitcoin miners will join the energy space or vice versa?[00:23:12] How has your involvement in Bitcoin changed your life and or world view?[00:26:52] Can you explain the tax equity structure in relation to wind farms?[00:28:14] Are wind farms always on? Are they controlled?[00:30:00] Upgrading turbines.[00:31:42] How do PPA agreements work?[00:34:52] Have you looked at energy tokens? Are there any blockchain projects involving decentralized energy that you’re interested in?[00:36:22] The next two years in relation to energy in the United States. [00:39:00] Bitcoins carbon footprint.[00:41:26] Ark invest article Support & Connect:• MiningStore - www.miningstore.com• Aurum Capital Ventures - www.aurumcapitalventures.com• Twitter - https://twitter.com/jpbaric• LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnpaul-baric-6372a764/• TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jpbaric?lang=en Connect with Karthik Rammohan:• LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/karthik-rammohan-a054189 General Podcast Information:Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iAxkMfPHcCwEUShz8IgplListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-gold/id1539971833Listen on Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/8f4d7392-88e7-4526-97ca-f0a1a5dfec83/Digital-GoldListen on Google Podcasts: https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zaW1wbGVjYXN0LmNvbS9DcURIN3hxVw%3D%3D Follow JohnPaul BaricX / Twitter: @baricjohnpaulX / Twitter: MiningStore (@miningstore) on X Mining Managed Program by MiningStore is our proven mining formula that delivers constant returns:Bitcoin Managed Mining Program - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management Bitcoin Mining Hosting that deliversMiningstore HostingEarn Bitcoin at a 60% discount with Bitvault:To The Moon | Join the Green Bitcoin Revolution Are you looking for miners, managed mining, or hosting? Book a call:Schedule a Demo - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management

[00:01:09] How did you get into crypto?[00:02:20] What aspect of crypto are you most involved with?[00:02:52] How did you get into trading crypto and what coins are you involved in?[00:04:07] What is Huddle and how does it work?[00:05:13] Can you explain what the lightning network is?[00:06:25] How much interest can you gain in one year with one bitcoin?[00:08:58] Can you explain further what the lightning network is?[00:10:24] How do you approach buying Bitcoin?[00:12:53] What are your thoughts on Bitcoin leaderboards?[00:13:53] The monetization of energy and electricity. [00:15:47] Inflation and how it relates to the crypto space.[00:17:05] Renewable energy as it relates to bitcoin mining. [00:18:37] Why is Bitcoin the best storage of wealth?[00:21:56] Thoughts on Taproot?[00:23:43] Do you think something like Defi will eventually happen with Bitcoin?[00:25:50] Have you heard of interest bearing Bitcoin wrapper by Badger Finance?[00:28:13] Explanation of the potential different layers of Bitcoin.[00:30:54] Where do you recommend people go to learn about Bitcoin?[00:33:12] Do you mine Bitcoin or have you ever mined Bitcoin?[00:35:46] Do you see Bitcoin as a credit default swap on sovereign wealth?[00:38:32] How does Bitcoin help us track time?[00:41:06] Final thoughts.Support & Connect:• MiningStore - www.miningstore.com• Aurum Capital Ventures - www.aurumcapitalventures.com• Twitter - https://twitter.com/jpbaric• LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnpaul-baric-6372a764/• TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jpbaric?lang=en Connect with James Viggiano:• LinkedIn- https://nz.linkedin.com/in/jamesviggiano• Website -  https://beacons.page/jamesviggy • Twitter- https://twitter.com/jamesviggy General Podcast Information:Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iAxkMfPHcCwEUShz8IgplListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-gold/id1539971833Listen on Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/8f4d7392-88e7-4526-97ca-f0a1a5dfec83/Digital-GoldListen on Google Podcasts: https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zaW1wbGVjYXN0LmNvbS9DcURIN3hxVw%3D%3D  Follow JohnPaul BaricX / Twitter: @baricjohnpaulX / Twitter: MiningStore (@miningstore) on X Mining Managed Program by MiningStore is our proven mining formula that delivers constant returns:Bitcoin Managed Mining Program - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management Bitcoin Mining Hosting that deliversMiningstore HostingEarn Bitcoin at a 60% discount with Bitvault:To The Moon | Join the Green Bitcoin Revolution Are you looking for miners, managed mining, or hosting? Book a call:Schedule a Demo - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management

[1:36] How did you get into the crypto space and what is your background that led you to this industry?[00:11:24] How are social tokens used?[00:14:31] How do you connect someone's income stream to their personal token and do we run into sec laws when you start doing that? [00:18:45] Have you seen any really cool burn mechanisms that do create some value? [00:23:56] What are you most excited about with RARA over the next six months?[00:28:55] Can jump into that a little bit more about what's the plan for that website (House Parties)?[00:32:48] What is RARA?[00:39:35] How long have you guys been working on RARA, this feature, this website, this idea of this auction?[00:39:48] Is RARA already out, can you buy it now? [00:41:00] Where can people find you?Support & Connect:• MiningStore - www.miningstore.com• Aurum Capital Ventures - www.aurumcapitalventures.com• Twitter - https://twitter.com/jpbaric• LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnpaul-baric-6372a764/• TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jpbaric?lang=en Connect with Lawson Baker:• Twitter - https://twitter.com/lwsnbaker?lang=en• Website - http://rara.social/• More - https://www.notion.so/Lawson-Baker-Founder-of-RARA-226eeddf9a9647a38bba097bf51650fb General Podcast Information:Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iAxkMfPHcCwEUShz8IgplListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-gold/id1539971833Listen on Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/8f4d7392-88e7-4526-97ca-f0a1a5dfec83/Digital-GoldListen on Google Podcasts: https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zaW1wbGVjYXN0LmNvbS9DcURIN3hxVw%3D%3D  Follow JohnPaul BaricX / Twitter: @baricjohnpaulX / Twitter: MiningStore (@miningstore) on X Mining Managed Program by MiningStore is our proven mining formula that delivers constant returns:Bitcoin Managed Mining Program - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management Bitcoin Mining Hosting that deliversMiningstore HostingEarn Bitcoin at a 60% discount with Bitvault:To The Moon | Join the Green Bitcoin Revolution Are you looking for miners, managed mining, or hosting? Book a call:Schedule a Demo - MiningStore | Bitcoin Mining and Management