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The Michael Peres PodcastAuthor: Michael Peres
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A Conversation with Jesse Shrader
Wednesday, 4 March, 2026
Catching up on another episode with Jesse Shrader – environmental engineer turned Bitcoin infrastructure builder – as he unpacks how building sewer systems unexpectedly prepared him to build financial pipes for the future of money. From wastewater treatment to decentralized liquidity markets, Jesse shares how open-source technology, renewable mining, and the Lightning Network are reshaping what Bitcoin can actually do. In this episode, you’ll learn: • How Jesse’s background in environmental engineering led him to co-found Amboss and build infrastructure for Bitcoin’s Lightning Network. • Why Bitcoin mining isn’t as “dirty” as critics claim—and how renewable energy and stranded power (like hydro in Africa) are part of the story. • What makes Bitcoin different from altcoins—and why “the next Bitcoin is Bitcoin.” • How the Lightning Network adds speed and privacy without compromising Bitcoin’s 21-million supply and auditability. • Whether quantum computing and SHA-256 encryption are real threats—or just headline-grabbing narratives.
