Welcome to the Build-a-Mine podcast, hosted by Trevor Bello. In this episode, Trevor sits down with David Branscum, a seasoned expert in energy-efficient data center solutions and a prominent figure in the Bitcoin mining space. David shares his journey from starting in Bitcoin mining during the pandemic to becoming an independent consultant and investor. The conversation delves into innovative topics such as immersion cooling, heat recapture, and sustainable mining practices. David also discusses exciting projects, including methane extraction from bourbon waste and new microchip architectures that promise to revolutionize computing efficiency. Join Trevor and David as they explore the future of Bitcoin mining, the importance of decentralizing mining operations, and the potential of Bitcoin in reshaping energy use across industries. Whether you're a Bitcoin enthusiast or just curious about the latest in mining technology, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration.Links: X - @DavidBranscumLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbranscum/Email - david@hydropod.io00:00 - 08:15 Introduction 08:15 - 17:21 Introduction to David Branscum and his work.17:21 - 22:01 David's journey from home mining to large-scale projects.22:01 - 28:18 Discussion on heat recapture projects and their benefits.32:05 - 47:02 Bourbon methane extraction project.47:03 - 104:04:04 Lucid and its new microchip architecture.01:04:04 - 01:07:58: Reflections on the importance of diversifying mining infrastructure.01:07:58 - 01:12:17: David’s perspective on Bitcoin as a tool for freedom.01:12:17 - 01:16:07: Final thoughts and advice from David on learning and exploring new opportunities.01:16:07 - 01:17:27: Closing remarks and where to find more information about David's work.Bitcoin Alaska -https://bitcoinalaska.org/Bitcoin Mining World - https://bitcoinminingworld.com/MasterMINED - https://bitcoin.mastermined.club/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Trevor's X - https://x.com/TrevorBelloTrevors LinkedIn - / trevor-bello-1639ab301 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Trevors Nostr - TrevorBello@satlantis.ioTrevors Email - Trevor@bitcoinminingworld.comBuild-a-Mine X - https://x.com/BuildaMinePodBuild-a-Mine Nostr - BAM@primal.net⁠Bitcoin Mining World and The Build-a-Mine Podcast are committed to empowering the next generation of Bitcoin miners. Our educational content is thoughtfully crafted to provide a solid foundational framework, equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to successfully build your own Bitcoin mining operation. By purchasing equipment and infrastructure from Bitcoin Mining World, you directly support the creation of additional content and educational programs, driving the decentralization of Bitcoin and expanding the global mining ecosystem.