Austin Brawner and Cody Shirk tell stories that inspire you to think, invest, and live differently. Sometimes they bring investors, entrepreneurs, and other adventurers to join them.
In this episdode of The Adventure Capitlist podcast we interview Ernest Scheyder, Reuters senior correspondent and author of "The War Below: Lithium, Copper, and the Global Battle to Power Our Lives." We dive into the complex world of critical minerals, lithium, copper, rare earth metals, and other resources that are essential for electric vehicles, renewable energy, and modern technology. Ernest shares his perspectives on the environmental, geopolitical, and human challenges of mining these resources, from conflicts over sacred lands to the race for energy independence. This episode, and his book, is an eye-opener for those who want to find new investing ideas and also understand what direction the world is headed in. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:05 - Cody's new addition 02:48 - This week's guest... 04:59 - Welcome Ernest Scheyder 05:38 - The War Below 11:33 - USA troubles 14:37 - Will the USA ever be competitive? 21:48 - USA raw mineral struggles 25:47 - Does recycling have a future? 29:01 - Future perdictions 32:30 - Biggest takeaways 39:22 - Outro Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vdIGbn08LSg Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
In this episode of The Adventure Capitalist, Austin gives his recap recommendations for walking 50 miles in under 20 hours. Then, Cody and Austin dive into Trump's historic visit to the Middle East, which may yield new investment opportunities that much of the world has never had access to before. Then they debate the downgrading of the US credit rating and what it means for investors, which includes distortions in commodities and crypto. Finally, they wrap up the episode by trying to figure out how, or why Biden's cancer diagnosis wasn't disclosed earlier. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:02 - The 50-mile walk 13:42 - Trump visits the Middle East 26:49 - Moody's drops US credit rating 33:35 - 10-year treasury yield 41:06 - Commodities to equities ratio 48:11 - Crypto run 55:16 - Democrat's biggest scandal? 01:06:06 - Outro Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Qoaxnbgqcok Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
In this episode of The Adventure Capitalist, Cody and Austin review the top performing markets of 2025 (so far). These countries, which have all experienced at least double digit growth since the start of the year, have generally been poor performers over the past several years. Their valuations were pushed to extreme lows during 2024, and now in 2025 these same countries are roaring back with enormous gains across their economy and stock markets. We discuss the specifica stocks that have seen big gains and also include some 'bonus countries' that may rally into the rest of 2025. We also talk about crypto markets, which seem to be waking up. This is a great episode for those looking at current opportunities in 2025, with some interesting investment ideas that hardly anyone is talking about. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:59 - Moving 04:02 - International Investing 06:07 - 10: United Kingdom 08:57 - 9: Hong Kong 10:45 - 8: France 13:21 - 7: Italy 14:34 - 6: Germany 16:38 - 5: Austria 17:56 - 4: Luxembourg 19:53 - 3: Czech Republic 22:14 - 2: Hungary 23:31 - 1: Poland 25:52 - Bonus Countries 29:08 - Crypto & Other Markets 35:28 - The Democrat Response 46:04 - Biggest Take Aways 52:18 - Outro Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/t4KKTSgF3ms Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
On this episode of the Adventure Capitalist, Cody and Austin dive into the next five potential global conflicts that could reshape the world. Featuring expert insights from Dr. Sean McFate and Ray Powell, they unpack the escalating tensions in the Middle East, Africa's volatile Sahel region, and the Indo-Pacific's strategic flashpoints. Dr. McFate breaks down Iran-Israel dynamics, Syria's fallout, and the Sahel's brewing crises, while Ray Powell reveals China's aggressive moves in the South China Sea, the Philippines' struggle, and Taiwan's precarious future. Learn how Japan, South Korea, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Thailand are navigating this high-stakes geopolitical chessboard. From U.S. strategic missteps to China's bold tactics, this episode is a must-watch for understanding global security in 2025. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:15 - Cody on break 05:19 - 50 Mile walk update 06:43 - Turning point of the world 13:31 - Welcome back Dr. Sean McFate! 14:05 - The Middle East 23:23 - Landmines to avoid 27:48 - What happened in Syria? 29:20 - What is the Sahel block? 39:11 - Conflict and context 42:20 - Conflict in Africa 45:44 - Consequences of the US pulling back 50:22 - Thanks Dr. Sean McFate! 51:54 - Coming up next: Asia 53:00 - Welcome Ray Powell! 52:36 - Why should we care about the Indo-Pacific? 56:30 - What is going on in Taiwan? 59:04 - China's Strategy 01:06:06 - Red Lining 01:08:09 - Freedom of navigation 01:11:02 - Conflict starters 01:15:56 - US losing ground 01:19:26 - Mistakes President Xi is making 01:22:28 - US relations in East Asia 01:27:12 - What happened in South Korea? 01:34:20 - How would China "Hong Kong" Taiwan? 01:38:45 - Thank you Ray Powell! 01:39:42 - Recap 01:44:37 - Outro Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/90CZpXYpUuc Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
On this episode of the Adventure Capitalist, we debate President Trump's first 100 days in office. We break down the highs and lows with candid insights like the major wins in DOGE, deregulation, falling inflation, and a push for peace, to challenges like messy messaging, tariff rollouts, and the Signal Gate controversy - we cover it all. We also explore what's too early to judge: long-term tariffs, the Department of Education's fate, USAID dismantling, and crypto's future. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:13 - Cody has some changes... 04:11 - 50-mile walk update 05:52 - Trump's first 100 days 08:08 - The good things 16:30 - Win: DOGE and deregulation 22:30 - Win: Inflation is down 24:44 - Win: Push for peace 31:19 - Win: Investments in America 35:21 - Win: Women in women's sports 38:03 - Bad: Trump's messaging 41:23 - Bad: Tariff rollout 51:10 - Bad: Signal Gate 54:01 - Too early to tell: Long-term tariffs 59:14 - Too early to tell: Department of Education 01:02:15 - Too early to tell: Dismantling USAID 01:05:39 - Too early to tell: Crypto 01:16:05 - Wrapping up 01:19:03 - Outro Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/CaWCZvTiOF0 Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
On this episode of the Adventure Capitalist Podcast, Austin Brawner and Cody Shirk are joined by Rear Admiral Mike Studeman (Ret.), author of Might of the Chain: Forging Leaders of Iron Integrity. In this in-depth interview, the retired two-star Navy admiral shares insights from his 35-year career leading intelligence operations and his book's unique storytelling approach to leadership. From navigating language barriers and mastering Mandarin to tackling today's leadership crisis, Studeman discusses core values, integrity in U.S. history, and the search for the next great American leader. He also offers practical advice on handling ethical grey areas, balancing work and life, and inspiring young people to lead with purpose. Dive into this episode to get inspired about where the world is going and learn about the upcoming challenges that we face! Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:13 - Welcome Mike! 02:57 - Challenge of a language barrier 05:36 - Learning about China through the Chinese language 07:24 - Lack of leadership today 09:09 - What are your core values? 14:47 - Integrity in US History 22:29 - Is the next "Washington" on the way? 32:14 - How to deal with the Grey Area 36:40 - Allies or Foes? 43:07 - Work-life balance 49:57 - Learning away from America 54:00 - Advice to young people 01:00:19 - Literature as a moral compass 01:03:52 - The next chapter 01:08:00 - Outro
In this episode of the Adventure Capitalist Podcast, Austin Brawner and Cody Shirk are joined by Adam Rossi, who unveils his bold investment ideas and company, Total Shield. Dive into his journey from software to manufacturing, all proudly made in the USA. We explore the realities of "re-homing" production, the future of the workforce, and what's next for education and family legacies. Plus, Adam shares his exciting plans for future adventures. Don't miss this deep dive into innovation, career investments, and building a legacy for generations to come! Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:24 - Welcome Adam Rossi! 02:43 - Adam's crazy investment idea 08:59 - Total Shield 11:32 - Going from software to manufacturing 17:29 - Manufacturing ALL in the US 21:05 - Is it realistic to "re-home?" 25:32 - The next workforce 40:40 - Career Investments 46:42 - What has changed in education? 49:03 - Setting up family 01:02:25 - Things for future generations... 01:05:38 - What adventures do you have planned? 01:15:51 - Outro Listen to this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/kwjEI2GmoEE Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
In this episode of the Adventure Capitalist Podcast, Austin Brawner and Cody Shirk dive deep into an engaging conversation with Nat Eliason. In this episode, Nat shares the secrets behind his unique "Vibe Coding" philosophy and its origin story. We explore his expert thoughts on SaaS multiples and the future of software companies, offering insights for tech enthusiasts and entrepreneurs. Nat opens up about his personal journey, from his learning process to crafting his upcoming sci-fi fiction book, and reflects on the profound value writing brings to his life. We also discuss his sobriety journey, the importance of risk-taking in success, and how concepts shape achievement. Plus, get an insider's look into the business of bookselling and Nat's experience writing about crypto in his previous work. Whether you're into coding, startups, creative writing, or personal growth, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable takeaways. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:05 - Welcome Nat! 02:23 - What's Vibe Coding? 12:58 - Origin of Vibe Coding 17:28 - Thoughts on SaaS multiples 22:35 - Future of software companies 23:54 - Nats' learning process 32:48 - The writing process 45:36 - What value does writing have? 52:44 - Sobriety 59:44 - Importance of risk-taking 01:04:57 - Concepts and success 01:09:47 - Business of bookselling 01:21:51 - Outro Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HtV9OM8LJDY Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
In this episode of the Adventure Capitalist Podcast, hosts Austin Brawner and Cody Shirk dive deep into the global decline of birthrates and its surprising connection to religiosity. From Sub-Saharan Africa's booming populations to the shrinking demographics of secular nations like South Korea and Japan, we explore the data, patterns, and outliers—like Israel, Iceland, and Georgia—that challenge the narrative. What role does religion play in shaping fertility, and what does this mean for investors eyeing future opportunities? We also speculate on the future: Can secular societies find meaning without faith, or will religious nations dominate the next century? Join us as we unpack the crisis, debate causation versus correlation, and uncover the untold story of birthrates, faith, and global power. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:10 - Back home 04:21 - Birthrates continued 07:27 - Birthrate and religion 10:31 - Does religion play a factor? 18:03 - Secular vs religious countries' birthrates 24:44 - Countries that are doing something 34:51 - Is religion good or bad for society? 38:08 - Will religion make a comeback? 50:23 - Cody's going to church? 57:18 - The Manosphere 01:03:24 - The men's group of the future 01:07:58 - Outro Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/l_mgZUOPXxs Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
Within the US, and around the world, people are having fewer babies. What does this mean for investors, who are looking for places that are growing (versus shrinking)? We dive into what US states are growing the most, what countries around are growing the most, and why we should all be aware of what's happening. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:15 - Cody's New York adventure 04:36 - Raising a family in the city 06:57 - Why is the birth rate low? 16:54 - Why is a lower birth rate a problem? 28:27 - What can we change to increase births 33:39 - Countries that are improving 42:00 - Why this episode is happening 46:31 - To the next episode... Listen to this episode as a podcast: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0JJz3zm9VxxnRh6ClSdchJ iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-adventure-capitalist/id1753175673 Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
Tyler Bryden, founder of Speak AI, joins the Adventure Capitalist podcast to discuss what's actually going on in the world of AI. Then, we transition to US and Canada relations to hear what Canadians are actually feeling. Later on, Tyler and Cody talk about the economy, their plans to go to Turkey to get more hair, their experiences with psychedelic medicine, and then finally wrap it up with some baby talk. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:58 - Welcome Tyler! 03:23 - What is Speak AI? 15:13 - Who is Leading in AI? 22:35 - Canadian Geopolitics 31:58 - Trudeau Looks Like Fidel Castro? (not Che Guevara!) 33:27 - Will Canada be the 51st State? 41:17 - Economy Updates 52:47 - Turkey Time 56:44 - Psychedelic Medicine 01:04:31 - Annoucement Time... 01:10:09 - Outro Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ekX8cnyRmW4?si=uq54YxvhhBztnolp Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
Patrick Spanfelner joins us to talk about growing up in Denmark, building businesses in Colombian, and riding his motorcycle thousands of miles in search of adventure. Patrick currently owns and operates EXSTR Apartments in Cali, Colombia, where he manages over 100 doors and develops real estate from the ground up. In this episode, we discuss how socialism works in Denmark, and why U.S. Democrats should take note; immigration issues in Europe; many lessons from doing business in Colombia; Patrick's greatest adventures; and finally we discuss our big 50 mile walk. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:22 - Who is Patrick Spanfelner? 10:59 - Patrick's Business Ventures 12:25 - Differences Between Living in Denmark & Colombia 17:38 - Changes in Europe 18:17 - Immigration in Denmark 24:24 - Is Europe Collapsing? 32:37 - Fear of Lower Birthrate 38:05 - What Changes are coming to Europe? 41:58 - Will Denmark "Sell" Greenland? 48:28 - Market Updates 01:00:25 - Colombia Crypto Hack 01:06:46 - Adventuring Stories 01:12:46 - 50 Mile Walk Update 01:15:27 - Outro Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Bvw8TGp031Q?si=2LzR5S9XPokRTG7u Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
Why is Venezuela harassing Guyana again? China's sneaky way of stealing the world's fish. Is Trump ruining the crypto markets? Will the US completely walk away from Ukraine? We challenge you to walk 50 miles in under 20 hours! Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 04:00 - Venezuela Guyana Drama 09:39 - China Stealing World's Fish 21:03 - Trump's Crypto Reserve Issues 32:04 - Zelenskyy V. Trump 50:12 - Adventure Capitalist 50 Mile Challenge Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4V218oYAH-Y?si=3RER-hFbYjyPmH6k Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
This week... We're back from Texas, then off to Mar-a-Lago! We also discuss China's undersea cable cutting, why West Palm Beach is booming, the current Ukraine situation, and some exciting adventures that you should look into... Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:14 - Back From Austin, Texas Dinner 04:54 - Cody at Mar-a-Lago 10:09 - What is Interesting About West Palm Beach? 15:48 - China is Cutting Cables 20:55 - Ukraine Minerals 33:06 - US Markets Down 43:27 - Interesting Summer Adventures 50:37 - Future of Adventure Capitalist Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/pmaHve4Kcmw Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
In this week's episode, we dive into the wild world of mercenary warfare, why politicians are pumping meme coins, explore why gold is being flown from London to NYC, and reveal the JFK challenge. Enjoy! Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:09 - Colombian Cody 06:31 - Dinner in ATX 07:21 - Colombia Mercenaries Fighting in Ukraine? 15:10 - Argentina and Libra Controversy 20:12 - A run on Gold? 29:09 - Shifting Governments in Honduras 36:08 - Rooting out the Deep State 45:15 - The JFK Challenge 51:20 - Outro Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DZHwr4QV3dU Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
In this week's episode, Cody and I interview “The Wandering Investor” Ladislas Maurice. Ladislaw has lived in more countries than most people will ever visit in their lives, and he's done more international real estate deals than anyone I've ever heard of. He owns properties in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Europe. We discuss the ins and outs of who should invest abroad, how he finds his deals (and how you can too), and we dive into the most underrated locations in the globe. Enjoy! Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:49 - Prelude 03:29 - Welcome Wandering Investor! 04:27 - Who is the Wandering Investor? 14:25 - Are there any Cheap Countries? 19:08 - Integrating in a New Community 22:10 - Thoughts on Colombia 28:54 - What is going on in Nairobi? 39:42 - Real Estate Team 43:17 - Services by Wandering Investor 46:57 - What is Interesting in North America 48:44 - Up and Coming Vacation spots 55:31 - Outro Watch this episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rtMw6p8GrVc&t=528s Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
Cody and Austin talk about mountain climbing adventures in Colombia, then review Cody's prediction about tariffs working. Later in the show, they discuss the situation in Panama, the huge mega projects that China is building in 2025, and the new focus for the US State Department and what it means for investors. Listen to this episode as a podcast: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0JJz3zm9VxxnRh6ClSdchJ iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-adventure-capitalist/id1753175673 Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:55 - Cody's Colombia Adventure 04:40 - Tariff Talk 13:31 - Insight on Panama 23:00 - Elon USAID 24:35 - China is Under Construction 33:18 - State Department Trajectory 42:52 - Favorite South American Country 44:39 - Outro
Investing in war involves a lot more than just weapons. Right now, anyone can land government contracts to supply goods around the world. There's even a website where you can view the opportunities. Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/S8vl--VJXWo Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:15 - San Fransisco Comeback? 06:23 - Dinner in San Fransisco 08:49 - Investment Opportunities 23:09 - USAID Changes 38:24 - Why Should the US Spend Less? 48:04 - Micro Adventure Challenge
Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:39 - Cody & Austin's Trips 04:54 - LA Fires 23:46 - US Deaths Outpace Births 29:59 - Fertility Rates in Countries 32:04 - Venezuelan President New Term 36:46 - Ex-Green Beret under investigation 43:24 - Tether Makes a Move 52:03 - Cody's Adventure Update 55:17 - Outro Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/L8Zt7rXLexI Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:43 - Welcome Back! 05:55 - Justin Trudeau resigns 16:32 - Trump & Greenland 22:46 - Zuck Announces moderation changes 35:43 - Realities of modern social media 38:51 - Top Adventures of 2025 47:52 - Outro
Happy New Year! In this episode, Cody and Austin give their best predictions for the year 2025 in the field of business, geopolitics, and investing. What did we get right? What did we miss? Let us know in the comments. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 03:49 - 12 Predictions for 2025 04:12 - Prediction 1: The Outlook for Crypto 05:44 - Prediction 2: The War in Ukraine 08:41 - Prediction 3: Energy Become a Safe Haven? 11:09 - Prediction 4: Stable Coins Take Center Stage 14:41 - Prediction 5: Will emerging markets emerge? 17:41 - Prediction 6: Natural health wins big 22:37 - Prediction 7: An A.I. company sneezes, market gets sick 25:25 - Prediction 8: A big shakeup in the corporate news world 30:39 - Prediction 9: The future of the US Dollar 32:52 - Prediction 10: YouTube continues to dominate 35:17 - Prediction 11: Is this a fake soft landing? 37:58 - Prediction 12: 2025 the year of A.I. agents? 47:36 - Biggest Winner of 2025: Cody's prediction 48:32 - Biggest Winner of 2025: Austin's prediction 51:31 - Outro Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/A-ZaGT2ochU Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
Today I want to introduce you to Kevin Dahlstrom. The truth is I stumbled across Kevin a couple of years ago on Twitter and have been a fan ever since. Kevin embodies what it means to be an Adventure Capitalist. He's fit, he's successful, respected in business, and he often posts pictures of himself climbing insane rock walls that make my palms sweaty. This episode covers a lot of ground about his life philosophy, success, and strategies to stay healthy and fit as you age. Enjoy! Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 02:54 - Welcome Kevin! 04:12 - The Hawaii Story 08:10 - Rock Climbing & Work 13:25 - The Ideal End State 19:23 - Does Money Mean Success? 23:14 - Conscious Compromises 29:13 - The Average Day 34:54 - Investing Mindset 39:27 - Building A Twitter Audience 47:09 - Kevins New Project 55:42 - Testosterone & Aging 01:00:30 - Success tied to Testosterone? 01:04:05 - Health Products 01:09:43 - Rapid Fire Questions 01:16:47 - Outro Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Zg4c8NrENFI Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk Kevin - https://x.com/Camp4
This week's episode covers the mysterious drones over New Jersey, why Justin Trudeau might be in trouble, SoftBank's massive AI investment in the US, and some interesting new developments in ecotourism and conservation. We end with a call to action to take more "micro-adventures" in 2025. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:45 - Cody's Trip to Sedona 02:10 - Things to come... 02:52 - UFO's are Here 13:03 - Turmoil in Canada 21:43 - Germany's Unexpected Early Election 29:48 - SoftBank Pledges 100 Billion to US 36:19 - Conservation and Tourism 43:02 - Christmas Activities 45:29 - Taking Micro Adventures 49:33 - Outro Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/CVmwlOYKg0k Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
This week's episode covers the chaos in Syria, what China's "moderately loose" new fiscal policy means, and why we might need a sanity check in the US markets. Enjoy! Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:44 - Welcome Back! 02:41 - Syria War Update 12:26 - China Stimulus 15:13 - Thoughts on Investing in China? 19:23 - US Market Cap Hits 209% 24:28 - What Makes Yield Important? 28:18 - Markets Going Bananas... 29:18 - What is happening in Brazil? 31:44 - Ski, Travel & More 34:13 - Outro Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tDpPxQv-kPw Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
This week's episode covers the surprising turn of events in Syria, why pro-EU citizens in Tbilisi are revolting against Russia, some unexpected pardons in Washington, and what to expect from the crypto markets. Enjoy! Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:42 - Weather Update 02:33 - Welcome new viewers! 03:04 - Surprises in Syria 07:58 - Dumpster Fire Warfare 12:11 - Protests in Tbilisi 17:14 - Why does the US care about what is happening in Benin? 24:22 - Altcoin season? 33:39 - Hunter Biden Pardoned 37:37 - Comparison to Kushner 42:29 - Kash Patel to Run FBI 49:12 - Outro Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/69EKwtK3a38 Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
Happy Thanksgiving! This is a weekly roundup of what is going on in the world of finance, business, geopolitics, and adventure. Enjoy! Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:14 - Cody's Snow Trip 02:10 - The Thanksgiving Episode 03:38 - Dr. Sean Mcfate Interview 04:43 - Michael Saylor breaks Bitcoin? 12:28 - How the average investor can profit 13:31 - Why is there euphoria in the US markets? 20:14 - Secret Uranium Wars in Africa 29:31 - Assasination plots in the Phillipines 34:27 - Investing in Places like the Philippines 34:27 - $1 Houses in a Blue Zone? 42:36 - Black Friday Recommendations Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=edFakD-sXYI Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
If Americans are drawn into major armed conflict, can we win? The answer is unclear. The US Military hasn't won a war since the 1940s and seems blind to the changes happening all around them. The age of the aircraft carrier and fighter jet is over, but its proponents in Washington won't give it up. Instead, they are hell-bent on pursuing failed strategies no longer relevant in a world of drones, mercenaries, and shadow wars. In this episode, we interview Professor Sean McFate, author of "The New Rules of War" and discuss how the US can prepare for the future of warfare. We discuss the rise of mercenary armies, what Israel is doing right (and wrong), how America can win against Russia and China, and Biden's reckless escalation of the war in Ukraine. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:42 - Prelude 03:04 - Welcome Dr. Sean McFate 03:56 - How opera & war go hand-in-hand 06:44 - The misconceptions of General Stanley McChrystal 09:32 - How Billy Mitchell predicted Pearl Harbor 15 years before it happened 13:36 - The concept of "Durable Disorder" 20:05 - Why did Biden escalate the conflict in Ukraine? 23:52 - Dealing with current hostile regimes 27:57 - The new rules of modern warfare 32:33 - How should we use our assets in war? 37:57 - Why the US should start dumpster fires instead of wars 40:50 - Are mercenaries the way of the future? 45:29 - Will the US hire mercenaries instead of using their soldiers? 48:51 - Should we send mercenaries to Mexico? 50:48 - What is Israel doing right & wrong? 57:23 - How is China currently waging war against the US 01:02:40 - Thoughts on Pete Hegseth as Sec Def 01:05:54 - Will China invade Taiwan? 01:12:29 - Outro Watch this on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G38mpciBmxU Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:22 - Cody reports from Mar-a-Lago 03:53 - Investor Dinner in Austin Texas 05:05 - Why we're getting roasted on YouTube 06:32 - Facts Behind Trump's Tariffs 18:09 - Winners and Losers of Tariffs? 20:30 - Ukraine & Russia War Update 26:39 - Trump's New Cabinet 39:41 - New York Times goes pretzel brained 48:01 - Bitcoin goes parabolic. What's next? 51:22 - Trump and Coinbase CEO Meet 01:00:49- Outro Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xdetyg-z8uY Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
Buckle up. In this episode, we'll share 10 predictions about the potential impacts, policy shifts, and global changes that could come with Trump's second term. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:21 - Finance is Crazy 03:03 - Investor Dinner 05:01 - 10 Predictions of Trump Presidency 05:47 - 1) Trump Gets Shot Again 08:37 - 2) US Turn to Isolationism 11:41 - 3) Health In America Is A Winner 15:26 - 4) Tariffs Will Work 20:30 - 5) Bitcoin Hits 200k 23:32 - 6) China Prints & Prints & Prints... 29:04 - 7) Trump Wins Zelensky Loses 31:55 - 8) US Declassifies A Bunch of Historical Things 36:45 - 9) US Refinance's debt 40:11 - 10) Philippines, Indonesia, Brazil On the Upside 46:07 - Bonus: Other Countries will Turn Right 48:17 - Bonus: Fauci Goes to Jail? 49:42 - Outro Watch the episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ux8FgtMZV40 Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
Trump completed the most astounding political comeback in US history. What happens now? In this episode, we discuss the impact on the markets and your investments, the decimation of the Democratic party, and our predictions on how this will reset foreign policy. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:47 - Donald Trump Has Won 08:40 - Thoughts on Results 13:06 - What happens in the markets? 17:20 - International Concerns 20:59 - The Benefits of Trump 31:51 - Trump V. All 40:49 - Predictions… 44:21 - Foreign Relations 49:00 - Will Trump Reduce Debt? 51:24 - Optimism going forward 53:59 - Wrapping up Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DdVIA1MGGQY Follow us on X: Austin - https://x.com/a_brawn Cody - https://x.com/CodyShirk
Welcome to the Halloween episode! In this episode, we discuss the recent movement of stocks in the psychedelic space (and where it goes from here), why smart investors are betting millions on surf parks, and the future of business and travel in Mongolia. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:46 - Happy Halloween 02:43 - Welcome new viewers! 04:48 - Bright Minds stock 09:36 - AbbVie Collab 21:14 - Surf Parks 31:27 - Mongolia 40:36 - The Mongol Rally 41:44 - United New Flights 47:41 - Outro Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/NBJiONX7Uc8 Follow Austin and Cody on X: https://x.com/a_brawn https://x.com/CodyShirk
Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:52 - Studio Update 02:07 - Reach out to us! 03:21 - DOD Budget 08:33 - Pentagon Fails Audit 12:45 - All Roads Lead to Inflation 16:16 - Election Promises 18:39 - Commodities Coming Up? 20:31 - More Republicans Registering to Vote 24:52 - Clean Coal? 30:13 - AI & Energy Usage 32:50 - US Bombing Yemen going under the radar 35:25 - More Global Conflict 38:56 - North Korea Sends Trash in Balloons 40:30 - Current Opportunities 42:21 - Family Update 44:57 - Outro Watch this episode on Youtube Follow Austin and Cody on X: https://x.com/a_brawn https://x.com/CodyShirk
00:00 - Intro 01:06 - Austin's Flu Game 03:33 - Florida Man Fights Hurricane 06:05 - SpaceX Achievements 10:02 - California Coastal Commission and SpaceX 11:44 - Tesla's New Developments 27:55 - Geopolitical Tensions Heating up! 29:01 - China Hacks USA 40:40 - What's up with Laos 52:36 - Conclusion and Future Outlook Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o3GXVhj1odM
01:09 - Hurricane is here... 03:38 - Market Update 06:46 - Cryptober 10:41 - UAE Removes Taxes on Crypto 13:27 - Costco Now Sells Platinum 19:52 - C5+1 Summit 22:30 - China in Latin America 22:53 - 3 Opportunities for Investors 28:37 - Election Updates 34:51 - Hurricane & Politics 42:06 - China Surrenders Passports 47:03 - Wrapping Up
Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:47 - Iran Bombing Update 04:20 - Intro pt2 04:36 - Florida Man vs. Hurricane 05:15 - Hurricane News 06:23 - Austin's Dubai Trip 10:25 - Georgetown the next Dubai? 14:03 - Silicon Disaster in NC 19:19 - China Stimulus 24:33 - Dems and Republicans on Israel 27:41 - Israel's Success 30:32 - Elon Musk Drone Company? 32:16 - Crypto Updates & Investments 35:14 - What is SUI? 37:51 - Pros & Cons of SUI 39:26 - Challenges with Crypto 43:53 - Positives of other Crypto View on Youtube: https://youtu.be/ul2pLfo79rs
Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:02 - Moving & Trips 04:32 - Raising a Family in Cali 09:36 - The News is getting hot 10:14 - Update on Gold & More 16:48 - Microsofts New-cular deal 19:04 - Companies focus on Energy 20:33 - Election & Energy 25:26 - Operation Grim Beeper 31:06 - New & Old War Tactics 39:08 - Who Benefits in War? 41:05 - Signs we are in WW3 45:23 - Investing in war 48:00 - US Strengthening Relationships 50:22 - Wrapping up Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uHqYTdr4hkA
Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:44 - Travel Recovery 02:57 - Trump Assassination 2 06:46 - Controversy of Volatility 13:27 - Issues in Hong Kong 17:34 - The “Fall” of the US Dollar 21:15 - China's Debt 23:22 - Why is the US Dollar Strong? 27:41 - The Real Narrative… 31:34 - San Fransisco Real Estate 34:24 - Nancy Pelosi Stock Tracker 38:13 - Investing in San Fransisco 40:03 - Outro Watch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/9O7pPrdTT9Q
We went back to Guyana and flew deep into the interior of the country. In this episode, Cody and Austin share what they learned and the 5 biggest business and investing opportunities they see in Guyana right now. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:51 - Our Trip to Guyana 03:13 - Traveling to Guyana 06:27 - Why is Guyana Interesting? 07:59 - The President of Guyana's Plan 09:16 - Opportunities with Labor 11:22 - Biggest Opportunities in Guyana 11:29 - Aviation and Travel 17:30 - Boutique Hotels 19:59 - Building Infrastructure 25:34 - Day Trips around the Area 29:16 - Boats and Other Transportation 33:04 - Why you should care about Guyana 35:03 - Wrapping Up
Cody has living and investing in Florida for the last 6 years. It's been an electric time to hold real estate in South Florida, but clouds are on the horizon. Where does it go from here? Cody shares where he sees opportunities in the chaos coming to South Florida. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:56 - Diving Into Florida 03:06 - When did you move? 07:57 - What was your journey? 11:25 - When was the peak? 14:41 - What did you learn the most? 22:30 - The different markets of Florida 27:41 - Opportunities in Florida 32:35 - The Condo Crisis 43:09 - Interests as an Investor 46:22 - Predictions in Florida... 48:57 - Outro View on Youtube: https://youtu.be/gFod_6kkQ_A
In this episode, Austin interviews Cody about his first investments, land deals in Panama and apartment in Columbia. Those deals allowed him end his career as a firefighter and become a full time investor. He learned a ton about investing in Latin America and shares what he learned from the "school of hard knocks" of investing. Enjoy! 0:00 - Intro 01:02 - Austin's intro for Cody 02:02 - Cody's background as a Firefighter 06:05 - His first deals in El Salvador and Panama 09:54 - Is buying real estate abroad risky? 11:52 - The difference between buying real estate in the US vs LATAM 16:54 - The global real estate arbitrage 18:46 - How he purchased his land in Panama 20:02 - The difference between investing in Columbia and Panama 22:07 - The investment case for Cali Columbia 27:05 - Cashing out in Columbia and the challenges of management 28:49 - The best way to make money with real estate in LATAM 30:00 - What is Land Banking? 32:15 - Cheap deals in the United States 33:00 - Three tips for international real estate investing
Is there more pain to come, or is it finally time to buy? Austin has spent the last 6 years investing in the hottest real estate market in the country. In this episode, he shares the unvarnished truth about the real estate market in Texas and where it goes from here. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:25 - Investing in Austin TX Real Estate 04:05 - What brought you to Austin? 07:49 - What were the numbers getting in? 14:46 - How was the permit process? 20:01 - Austin Real Estate Skyrocketing 21:33 - How long was the build? 26:41 - The Great Covid Migration 31:36 - The Crash of Austin TX 36:01 - Developers are struggling 38:47 - Experience with leveraging money 42:09 - Generational Differences 42:59 - What up with Dripping Springs? 47:13 - Bastrop TX and Elon Musk 49:09 - Growing up in a small town 51:54 - Cosplaying Cowboys 52:25 - Austin Texas Today 56:26 - Texas as a whole 59:28 - Wrapping up Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/0HhXYcrDNbA
In this episode, Austin and Cody explore Europe's latest and most unconventional tax haven with Swen Lorenz. As a resident of Sark and an investor, Swen is joining forces with prominent hedge fund manager Harris Kupperman to purchase a significant portion of the island, transforming it into a tax haven and sanctuary from the chaos of the modern world. We delve into what makes Sark so unique, why Swen is fully committed to developing the island, and how you can get involved if you're interested. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:43 - Welcome to the Adventure Capitalist Podcast 01:00 - Meet Our Guest: Swen Lorenz 01:10 - Swen's Background and Connection to Sark 02:49 - Diving into Sark: A Unique Investment Opportunity 09:38 - The Autonomous Nature of Sark 10:48 - Real Estate and Lifestyle on Sark 13:51 - Challenges and Opportunities in Sark 17:40 - Historical Context and Community Engagement 21:48 - Economic Potential and Comparisons 24:45 - Investment Strategy and Risks 32:27 - Complexities of Governance in Channel Islands 33:19 - Living on Sark: Challenges and Demand 34:55 - Visa and Immigration Policies 37:19 - Daily Life and Amenities on Sark 39:57 - Investment Opportunities and Regulations 49:42 - Future Vision and Population Growth 52:00 - Tourism and Economic Potential 56:51 - How to Get Involved and Visit Sark 59:48 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts Watch the episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@AdventureCapitalistMedia
In this episode, Austin and Cody discuss 6 investment ideas that nobody is talking about. Some of are cheap, others are forgotten, and others are just downright creative. Enjoy. Chapters: 0:00 - Coming up! 0:40 - Introduction 04:20 - Idea #1: Cheap, hated, ready to pump? 07:21 - Idea #2: Cashflow opportunities outside major cities 11:04 - Idea #3: Is this the next China? 14:50 - Idea #4: Healing Asia 19:53 - Idea #5: War dog investing 23:35 - Idea #6: An interest rate play 28:30 - What's your best idea? Follow us on Social: > https://www.youtube.com/@AdventureCapitalistMedia
The Japanese Yen is at its weakest point compared to the US dollar in 34 years, creating opportunities for travelers, investors, and entrepreneurs. In this episode, we talk about what's unique about the situation happening in Japan, why we might never see it again, and how you can take advantage of the greatest value on Earth right now. 00:00 - Intro 00:51 - Why Japan is interesting right now 02:45 - The impact of the Japanese Yen's nosedive 06:43 - Negative interest rates in Japan 07:54 - Skiing in Hokkaido 09:24 - Why Japan is the greatest value in the world right now 11:06 - The widow maker trade 12:50 - Japan's demographics and it's future 16:30 - Real estate opportunities in Japan 22:43 - The little known Japanese Digital Nomad Visa 25:12 - The highest level of culture shock Follow us on Social: > https://www.youtube.com/@AdventureCapitalistMedia
He's back, he's tan, and he's ready to share what he learned. This episode is a recap of some of the best ideas that came out of Cody's recent Explorer Summit in Costa Rica. Buckle up. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:57 - Why Cody has a tummy ache 04:18 - The 5 people that go to Costa Rica 08:12 - The maturation of Costa Rica 09:34 - The digital nomad visa in Costa Rica 13:20 - Diving into Cody's Explorer Summit 18:19 - Unions are now buying Bitcoin? 22:49 - The fitness routine of an 80 year old big wave surfer 27:16 - Some “private conversations” from the event 30:45 - The case for investing in synthetic diamonds 32:27 - A major US exporter is predicting a return of massive inflation 40:29 - Inflation is on everyone's mind 43:05 - 2nd order consequence of inflation 45:35 - Will there be a Trump bump? 49:11 - Costa Rica is sneaky expensive 52:21 - Conclusion Follow us on Social: > https://www.youtube.com/@AdventureCapitalistMedia
If you want better returns, you need to play a different game. In this episode, we discuss Cody's trip to NYC where he was locked in a room with 15 hedge fund managers to share their favorite out of the box investments for 2024. You'll learn his top 3 favorite investment ideas from the ‘Weird Shit Investing Conference', and 3 ways to play the oil boom in Guyana with two solid companies and one gamble. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:00 - Report from the “Weird Shit Investing” conference in NYC 06:01 - Purchasing the island of Sark? 08:57 - “Playing a different game” 10:58 - The 1st investment idea: left-for-dead industry 17:11 - The 2nd investment idea: it's cheap 22:01 - The 3rd investment idea: simple, genius, confidential 28:27 - 3 ways to play Guyana's oil boom 36:00 - Venezuela improving? Follow us on Social: > https://www.youtube.com/@AdventureCapitalistMedia
Hong Kong is struggling. Expats have left in droves and a recent poll indicates 38% of all university students in Hong Kong would leave if they were given a change. That is not a recipe for a thriving city. In this episode, Austin and Cody discuss how the financial hub of Asia went from a shining jewel that attracted talent from all over the globe to a dying city. We'll also discuss why billionaire hedge fund managers, including Bill Ackman, are lining up to bet against the Hong Kong dollar. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:12 - What's going on in Hong Kong? 03:31 - Why Hong Kong is important 06:37 - What's going to happen in the future and how to profit from it 08:36 - Why the HK dollar might de-peg 10:26 - Bill Ackman's bet against them 11:34 - The Macau dollar hustle 17:55 - Where the Hong Kongers are going 20:37 - Where the Expats are going instead of Hong Kong 23:32 - Why Thailand is taking off right now 24:28 - Austin left LA for Thailand and Namibia Follow us on Social: > https://www.youtube.com/@AdventureCapitalistMedia
In this episode, Austin and Cody discuss why many leading governments are not telling the truth about their involvement with Bitcoin. Nation states including Argentina, Ethiopia, El Salvador, Mexico, and Australia quietly use their excess energy to mine and accumulate Bitcoin, even if some are publicly against it. Traditionally poor countries are using their vast energy resources to mine Bitcoin and gain wealth. We discuss what is happening in these countries, why it matters to you, and a few ways to gain exposure to Bitcoin and the miners. Follow us on Social: > https://www.youtube.com/@AdventureCapitalistMedia
In this episode, Austin and Cody discuss their recent trip to Guyana—the home of the world's fastest-growing economy. Guyana is poised to become a major economic powerhouse thanks to its massive oil discoveries. You'll learn what it's actually like on the ground, why the Guyanese government is ready to write checks for skilled professionals, and the emerging opportunities beyond oil. We share our firsthand experiences and insights on the potential for investment, business, and adventure in this often-overlooked South American nation. Whether you're an investor, entrepreneur, or an adventurer at heart, this podcast will inspire you to get out there and explore off the beaten path. Follow us on Social > https://www.youtube.com/@AdventureCapitalistMedia
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