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HashrateUp - A Bitcoin Mining Podcast

HashrateUp is a podcast that delves into Bitcoin mining and exciting projects, utilizing hashrate production to unlock new potentials in the broader energy industry. From details about innovative mining operations to exciting applications powered by classic energy resources, we’ll discuss the various ways the Bitcoin network is powered and its impact on the environment. Join us as we talk with industry experts, researchers, and thought leaders to understand how Bitcoin is shaping the future of power

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All Episodes

00:06:53

[FOCUS] What’s Inside a Bitcoin Miner?

HashrateUp - A Bitcoin Mining Podcast ·

2025/12/29

In this HashrateUp Focus episode, Jesse breaks down how Bitcoin miners are actually built — using a real Antminer S9 and modern ASIC designs to explain what’s inside a mining machine.The episode walks through the core components of an ASIC miner, including the chassis, airflow, fans, control board, firmware, power delivery, hashboards, and the individual ASIC chips themselves. Jesse explains how air cooling works, how control boards manage hashboards, and why chip density and layout matter for

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00:11:30

[FOCUS] This Is Why the Grid Needs Bitcoin

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2025/12/25

In this HashrateUp FOCUS episode, Jesse explains demand response from the ground up — and why it has become one of the most critical concepts for modern electricity grids.The episode begins with the fundamentals: why electricity must be consumed the moment it’s generated, how grid frequency reflects the balance between supply and demand, and what actually causes blackouts and cascading grid failures.Jesse then connects these concepts to today’s reality: grids with growing shares of wind and solar,

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00:30:18

061 Open Source Is Inevitable in Bitcoin Mining w/ Skot

HashrateUp - A Bitcoin Mining Podcast ·

2025/12/22

Recorded live at the Africa Bitcoin Conference in Mauritius, Jesse sits down with Skot, the instigator of the Bitaxe project, to discuss why open source could become the most important frontier in Bitcoin mining.The conversation explores both the philosophy and the practical realities of open-source mining hardware and firmware. Skot explains how Bitaxe began as a personal side project, why he chose to open-source the entire stack, and how it unexpectedly evolved into a global ecosystem with

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00:07:44

[FOCUS] What Is a Hash? A Simple Breakdown

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2025/12/18

In this HashrateUp Focus episode, Jesse breaks down one of the most fundamental concepts in Bitcoin mining: what a hash actually is.Building on the previous Focus episode about the dice-roll analogy and difficulty adjustment, this episode explains how SHA256 hashing works and why Bitcoin mining is essentially large-scale brute-force guessing.You’ll learn:What a hash is and why it’s one-wayHow SHA256 is used everywhere on the internetWhy miners make trillions of guesses per secondWhat a nonce is and

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00:41:09

060 Bitcoin Mining Is Entering a Brutal New Phase w/...

HashrateUp - A Bitcoin Mining Podcast ·

2025/12/15

In this episode of HashrateUp, Jesse sits down with Jaran Mellerud from Hashlabs, to break down what actually determines mining profitability in 2025: hashprice pressure, realistic ROI modeling, heat reuse constraints, demand response tradeoffs, ASIC pricing (USD vs BTC), and why “tax tricks” don’t replace a real edge.Jaran also explains why Finland is one of the best risk-adjusted places to mine if you can sell heat into district heating networks — and why the industry is converging toward two

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00:08:29

[FOCUS] Bitcoin Mining Is Basically a Giant Dice Roll

HashrateUp - A Bitcoin Mining Podcast ·

2025/12/11

Understanding Bitcoin Mining doesn’t have to be complicated. In this episode, I break down the entire process using the famous “dice analogy” from Braiins. It’s the simplest way to grasp what miners actually do, why the difficulty adjusts every 2016 blocks, and how Proof-of-Work keeps Bitcoin secure and permissionless.We walk through:• How Bitcoin Mining is basically massive-scale number guessing• Why block time targets stay at 10 minutes• How difficulty goes up or down based on hashrate• Why more

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00:24:03

Inside the Solar “Money Battery” That Turns 12V Solar...

HashrateUp - A Bitcoin Mining Podcast ·

2025/12/09

In this episode, recorded at the Africa Bitcoin Conference in Mauritius, Erik Hersman (CEO of Gridless) breaks down the newly announced open-source Jua Kali miner — a DC Bitcoin miner designed to run directly on 12V solar and turn excess energy into a scalable Solar “Money Battery.”We discuss how Jua Kali repurposes old hashboards, solves the global stranded-solar problem for 5–100 kW sites, and enables farmers, workshops, and rural communities to monetize energy that would otherwise be wasted. In

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00:08:01

[FOCUS] I Unlocked Extra Hashrate With a Simple Trick

HashrateUp - A Bitcoin Mining Podcast ·

2025/12/04

Firmware has become one of the most important levers for miners operating in today’s low-hashprice environment — and in this HashrateUp Focus episode, Jesse breaks down exactly why.He explains how firmware fundamentally changes the way an ASIC performs its calculations, why underclocking can keep older-gen machines profitable, and how overclocking unlocks additional revenue when market conditions improve. Using BrainsOS and LuxOS as concrete examples, Jesse compares default firmware to custom setups

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00:41:16

Why Finland Is Becoming a Mining Superpower w/ Daniel...

HashrateUp - A Bitcoin Mining Podcast ·

2025/12/01

Finland is emerging as one of the most attractive Bitcoin mining destinations in the world — and in this episode, Jesse sits down with Daniel Jonsson (MGMT) to unpack why.They discuss how Finland’s unique energy mix of 41% nuclear baseload, fast-growing wind capacity, and strong hydro creates some of the most miner-friendly power dynamics in Europe. Daniel explains how flexible operations and grid balancing can outperform traditional 100% uptime mining, why older-gen ASICs suddenly make sense again,

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00:49:11

$36 Hashprice Survival Guide w/ Tom Merkle

HashrateUp - A Bitcoin Mining Podcast ·

2025/11/20

Hashprice is down, Bitcoin is under $100k, and many miners are stressed. In this episode, Jesse talks with Tom Merkle from Hashbranch about how good operators survive these conditions — and why low hashprice can actually create better entry points. (At release, hashprice even sits at $36/PH/day — Nov 20, 2025.)Tom explains what Hashbranch really does for hosting sites: filling rack space, handling support tickets, coordinating deployments, and fixing the communication problems that often hurt both

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00:09:54

[FOCUS] The 3 Money-Saving Principles No Miner Should...

HashrateUp - A Bitcoin Mining Podcast ·

2025/11/17

In this HashrateUp Focus episode, Jesse wraps up the Proof of Prudence framework with the final three rules every miner needs to master: precision billing, affordable repairs, and choosing the right pool.You’ll learn how to avoid power overbilling, reduce downtime losses, and select a pool that actually fits your payout, data and monitoring needs. From overclocking flexibility to repair logistics and payout methods, this episode gives you a complete toolkit to protect your ASIC investment and

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00:50:14

057 Why Small “Wild Horse” Sites Outperform Mega...

HashrateUp - A Bitcoin Mining Podcast ·

2025/11/15

In this episode, Jesse sits down with Bob Burnett, founder and CEO of Barefoot Mining and co-host of The Bitcoin Boomers, to break down how “wild horse” off-grid mining sites stay profitable even at a brutal hashprice.Bob explains how Barefoot builds small-to-medium sites on hydro, anaerobic digestion and stranded natural gas, how they negotiate with oil producers, and why their fully-loaded cost to mine remains well below $50k per Bitcoin. They also cover uptime, gas processing, engine

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00:13:58

[FOCUS] Bad Hosting Will Wreck Your ROI

HashrateUp - A Bitcoin Mining Podcast ·

2025/11/11

In this HashrateUp Focus episode, Jesse continues the Proof of Prudence framework — a practical guide to smarter Bitcoin mining.This chapter focuses on hosting: how to avoid bad contracts, unreliable partners, and downtime that can drain your profits. Jesse explains how to compare cost and risk, secure your slot before buying, and ensure full transparency with your host.Whether you’re running one miner or a fleet, these insights will help you protect your investment and think like a professional.🛠

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00:25:06

[FOCUS] How to Keep Mining When Everyone Else Quits

HashrateUp - A Bitcoin Mining Podcast ·

2025/11/07

In this HashrateUp Focus episode, Jesse is joined by Eric & Steven Wilson from Wilson Mining to break down how professional operators survive low hashprice environments.They share the real tactics used inside mining sites when margins compress:⚙️ Firmware optimization — underclocking, fan curves, and power tuning.🏗 Operational efficiency — better airflow, filters, and container quality.💰 Profit-share flexibility — how to align incentives during the bear.The Wilson brothers explain how hosting

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00:10:42

[FOCUS] 3 Rules Every Miner Must Follow

HashrateUp - A Bitcoin Mining Podcast ·

2025/11/04

In this HashrateUp Focus episode, Jesse kicks off the Proof of Prudence series — three principles every Bitcoin miner should know.He explains how to:• Avoid overpaying for ASICs• Choose models with resale value and efficiency in mind• Treat mining as an active, not passive, investmentThis episode gives you the mindset and practical tools to approach Bitcoin mining like a professional.🧠 Sponsors🛠 Hashbranch — Hosting & hardware made simple.Code HASHRATEUP100⚙️ SoloMining.de — Home & solo

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00:48:05

056 How Dyson Labs Plans To Mine Bitcoin In Space w/...

HashrateUp - A Bitcoin Mining Podcast ·

2025/11/01

Bitcoin mining… in space.Jesse talks with Calvin England, CEO and Co-Founder of Dyson Labs, about taking hashrate beyond Earth. They discuss fanless ASICs, lunar night heat reuse, and how satellites could turn stranded solar power into Bitcoin.From CubeSats to Lightning-enabled satellite networks — this is how Bitcoin literally goes to the moon.Follow Dyson Labs:🌐 dyson-labs.com🛠 SponsorsHashbranch – Hosting & hardware made simple.Code: HASHRATEUP100 → $100 off every Buy & Host

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00:13:50

[FOCUS] The Harsh Truth About Hosting Bitcoin Miners

HashrateUp - A Bitcoin Mining Podcast ·

2025/10/28

In this HashrateUp Focus episode, Jesse breaks down the real economics of hosting a Bitcoin miner.He compares hosting ROI versus simply buying Bitcoin, showing why the numbers often don’t add up — and when hosting can still make sense. From learning and KYC-free sats to tax benefits and capital control advantages, Jesse outlines six key reasons why hosting might be worth it in your situation.🧠 Sponsors🛠 Hashbranch — Hosting & hardware made simple.Code HASHRATEUP100 → hashbranch.com⚙️

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00:37:28

055 Why Most ASICs Die Early w/ Cody Nelson (Revolve...

HashrateUp - A Bitcoin Mining Podcast ·

2025/10/25

Cody Nelson, COO and Co-Founder of Revolve Labs, joins Jesse to unpack the real economics of ASIC repairs — what fails, what can be fixed, and what simply isn’t worth saving.They discuss how Revolve built one of the leading repair and hosting centers in the U.S., why filtration and temperature control matter more than firmware tweaks, and how their team created the industry’s first underwritten ASIC warranty.From burnt PSUs to aluminum-backed hashboards and predictive maintenance — this episode

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00:05:57

[FOCUS] Everyone’s Lying About Mining Costs

HashrateUp - A Bitcoin Mining Podcast ·

2025/10/21

Many hosting ads claim it only costs $55,000 to mine one Bitcoin — but that number leaves out the most important part.In this Focus episode, Jesse breaks down the real cost to mine one BTC, including ASIC depreciation, maintenance, and electricity. He explains why understanding your full cost structure is critical for long-term profitability — whether you’re hosting or running your own setup.🧠 Sponsors🛠 Hashbranch — Hosting & hardware made simple. Code HASHRATEUP100⚙️ SoloMining.de — Home

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00:39:08

054 How Power Mining Builds Containers That Last w/...

HashrateUp - A Bitcoin Mining Podcast ·

2025/10/17

Jesse talks with Janis Varkals from Power Mining about how Europe builds Bitcoin mining infrastructure.They discuss container design, PDUs, and hydro heat reuse — plus what sets European manufacturing standards apart in the mining world.Follow Power Mining on X: @PowerMiningFarm🛠 Sponsored byHashbranch – Hosting & hardware made simple.Code: HASHRATEUP100 – $100 off every Buy & Host package.SoloMining.de – Home & solo mining made easy.Code: HASHRATEUP📲 HASHRATEUP HARDWARE

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