Man Overseas Podcast

I start this episode talking about March Madness, specifically the UConn vs. Duke game. Duke led 40-21 at one point, but late in the game, one of the Boozer boys made a critical mistake. It was the most boneheaded move since Chris Webber called a timeout he didn't have.Then I dive into the book I’m currently reading, Balls by Clay Travis. The book examines how identity politics & cancel culture have changed sports, starting with Bruce Jenner’s transsexualism ushering in an era where sports became more about politics & social issues than performance.I also share some YTD on the stock market, OJ Simpson, and what Nietzsch would say about woke women today. Finally, I discuss the No King thing, the feminization of men, and so much more.

In this episode, I share my trip to Lake Charles for March Madness. I met up with former guest, Michael D'Albor, at L'Auberge, which has a sportsbook & heated pools. Lake Charles is an ideal place to meet my Louisiana friends—I could see doing this for March Madness an annual thing.Then I get into visual acuity and its importance, especially for baseball players. I talk about having uncomfortable but necessary conversations with my kid. For example, what to do if she were to get lost. I often see parenting as a balance of short-term discomfort for long-term benefit—especially as it pertains to kids' safety.I also touch on MLB call-ups, TSA agents, profiling at airports. I talk about the Bachelorette scandal, the impact the Iran situation on crude oil & markets, Costco’s Kirkland Signature brand, and much more.

I start this episode with the World Baseball Classic, sharing my excitement over the matchups, bottom-of-the-food chain umpires, and memories of playing Nintendo Baseball.Then I get into the stock market, talk about the "Mag 7's" underperformance, the shift from growth to value, and how and why energy & materials are leading YTD, while tech & financials are struggling.I also tell you how long it takes to get over an ex, discuss the impact of the Iranian conflict on oil prices and inflation, the idea of passion as a way to success, the 2026 Oscars, seeing Jesse Jackson in Poland, and much more.

I start this episode talking about the escalating conflict with Iran and the potential fallout. Wars often ripple through geopolitics, markets, and everyday life. We'll discuss all that. And how war is the sort of thing that forces you to reckon with how quickly the world can change.Then I reflect on the passing of legendary football coach Lou Holtz. He died on March 4, 2026, at the age of 89. I talk about his leadership philosophy and some of the lessons from his book Wins, Losses, and Lessons—especially his emphasis on discipline, character, and perseverance both on and off the field.As always, I start with the funniest memes & things I saw online last week. Also, hunting humans for sport, a new Netflix series we watched last week, potential investments as the war in Iran continues, and a brief look at Iran’s history.

I start this episode with 'funnies' from the past week, then get into the Winter Olympics in Milan. How thrilling would it be to have a luge track nearby that you could use? Problem is there are only four of them in America.In this episode, I break down the differences between luge, skeleton, and bobsled. Then pivot to the value of a gold medal and whose has been most valuable on the open market.Then I get into the ongoing cartel violence in Mexico, highlighting how embedded these monsters are in human trafficking and fentanyl-dealing. I discuss cartel brutality, their influence on local communities, and the challenges law enforcement faces in combating them.I also touch on the Mannings from New Orleans, baseball, robots, aliens, bitcoin vs gold, and much more.

In this episode, I share my 'physiognomical theory of everything,' and what could unaffectionately be referred to as "communist face."Here I discuss facial structures, perceived softness, and why certain public figures project a collectivist energy based solely on appearance. This eventually turns into a broader conversation about leadership, optics, and testosterone (or lack thereof).Fortunately, the perception of strength has been revived in the modern era.From there, I pivot to Super Bowl LX, Tom Brady, Bad Bunny, and the cultural messaging wrapped therein. Also, Savannah Guthrie kidnapping coverage, the Epstein files, speculation around COVID origins, “Latinx” terminology, media coverage of deportations, and much more.

This solo episode opens with a few recent travel stories. Then I share highlights from my favorite Scott Adams book: How to Fail at Almost Everything and Still Win Big. He shares ideas on stacking skill sets, systems over goals, using failure as feedback, and why usefulnenss, consistency, and energy management matter, are the most important contributors to success. It’s a practical look at building a life that works: mindset, habits, and the kind of thinking that will hold up when life gets messy.I also share an update in the best movie ever. Namely, law enforcement controversies, Minnesota unrest, Greenland’s strategic importance, how I talk about politics with kids, the FBI seizure of Fulton County election materials, and much more.

This episode is dedicated to Scott Adams. He had a huge impact on my thinking over the past several years. He taught his readers & listeners about psychology, persuasion, politics, technology, writing, "reframing your brain," etc.His podcasting style shaped my own solo episodes. The cadence he used, the candor, his willingness to think out loud, and focus on mental models, all left a mark on how I approach this show.I get into Scott’s terminal cancer diagnosis, the way he chose to talk about it publicly, showing us to live until his last breath. I walk through his core ideas and which of his books I most enjoyed.His unique approach to thinking clearly, persuasion, skill stacking, usefulness, and understanding human irrationality. It’s a look at why his work resonated with so many people and why it will continue long after he’s gone.I also touch on Gurwinder's favorite Scott Adams quotes, border policy, cancel culture, the Minneapolis ICE shooting incident, and much more.

I start this episode with money & investing, recapping 2025 market performance. market volatility, tariff & trade, diversification, inflation, housing, and consumer behavior. Hopefully, it'll help us to think clearly about money in the year ahead.Then I get into what’s been unfolding in Venezuela and Minneapolis. I talk about the arrest of the Venezuelan president and how US forces were able to capture Nicolás Maduro. I also break down the Minneapolis ICE shooting, bodycam footage, and how early media narratives collapsed (or didn't) once more facts emerged.I also touch on global political repression, selective law enforcement, masculinity and leadership failures, media credibility, censorship dynamics, and much more.

This solo episode starts with a celebration of the new year, 2026! I talk about time passing, aging, and the prospect of another year around the flaming hot ball in space. We're taking stock of what still matters, where things are headed, and how perspectives shift as the calendar turns.I then walk through a recent post by Gurwinder on X. It’s a thread of useful concepts designed to equip people for 2026. I spend time unpacking each idea and discussing how we can apply these mental frameworks to real life, decision-making, and navigating an increasingly distracted world.I also talk about other topics, such as NGO grift and government corruption, Somali fraud in Minnesota, the collapse of trust in corporate media, artificial intelligence, the dangers of weaponized government power, and much more.

This will likely be the last episode of 2025. I start with a car accident story, followed by another setback I had recently. Both incidents have me slowing down and reassessing how to navigate the day-to-day with limited mobility. It’s been a frustrating finale to '25. But I'm hopeful 2026 is going to be lit like New Year's celebrations in Germany back before Islamic terrorists they imported caused them to cancel festivities.In this episode, I pick back up with Morgan Housel’s The Art of Spending Money, keeping the focus broad and practical. The discussion centers on how money decisions are deeply emotional, how status-chasing erodes happiness, and why independence, flexibility, and peace of mind matter far more than looking rich.I also give an update in the best movie ever: Rob Reiner's death, Bernie Sanders' brand of progressivism, AI data centers, Epstein files release, and much more.

This week’s solo episode I pick back up with Morgan Housel’s The Art of Spending Money. As I read through it, the book continues to prove how much of our relationship with money is shaped by our upbringing and expectations. I discuss why contentment matters as much as income, why comparison is not only the thief of joy but can be poisonous, and how money buys freedom only when you stop letting others' opinions steer your choices.I also dig into the bigger themes Housel raises around happiness, independence, and the quiet traps people fall into when they chase status instead of meaning. It’s a reminder that good money decisions start in your head long before they show up in your bank account.Also this week’s biggest political and financial stories – from Venezuela tensions and US military moves to IQ data, poverty studies, S&P dominance, housing costs, global investing trends, consumer stats, America’s shifting cultural landscape, and much more.

In this solo episode, I share highlights from The Art of Spending Money by Morgan Housel. I talk about getting what you want vs. what you need, how money shapes our independence, and why the book hit me at the right time. I also get into how our upbringing, culture, and past struggles influence our every financial decision. One of my favorite quotes from the book is: "Personal finance is more personal than finance."I also discuss why admiration rarely comes from material things, and how understanding someone’s background can make their behavior [with money] make sense. The ultimate goal is this: Spend money in ways that reflect who you are, not who you’re trying to impress.There's also an update from "the best movie ever." Political leaks and immigration failures, civil–conflict warnings, media fraud, the Seditious Six, Afghan vetting disasters, political polarization, and much more.

I'm back solo this week. Thanks for your patience - there was no episode last week. I'm in Houston trying to figure out the best path forward to finally cure my neck issues.In this episode, I give a quick recap of last week’s intense discussion on ibogaine and psychedelic therapy. Feedback from that episode was 100% positive, and I want anyone struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety, or PTSD to know there is help out there. If you're stuck in a bad cycle, psychedelic therapy might be worth exploring.I also share the latest in the "best movie ever," rap music, the feminization of American men, climate change predictions, global communism, BBC’s fiasco, my doctor visit, and much more.

Justin Jackson's back! It took us a while to put Round 2 (and ourselves, frankly) out there for this one. And some of you may be shocked to hear our stories.In this episode, we share the toughest battle each of us have faced—the sort of challenges that remind us we all have a cross to bear in life.Justin's a former Marine gunship pilot turned entrepreneur. He served 25 years in uniform and still misses his Cobra (they wouldn't let him keep it). He shares more this round about his time as a Marine pilot, the toll of multiple deployments, and the transition to civilian life,Then it gets heavy. We discuss trauma, PTSD, depression, addiction, and emotional numbness.You'll hear our life-changing experience with psychedelic therapies—specifically the role psilocybin and ibogaine have played in our roads to recovery. Our plant medicine journeys helped us to heal, to rediscover gratitude in its highest form, and ultimately reconnect with the Divine.Justin & I have a passion for helping people, whether through candid conversations like ours, veteran advocacy, or simply pointing those in desperate need of help toward a proven cure that's given us our lives back.If one person hears this episode and gets help, we'll consider this discussion our biggest success of 2025.

Solo again from Costa Rica. We're soaking in the beach sun,, hiking in nature a little, and overall enjoying a slower pace than what we had in Warsaw or Prague.In this episode, I dive into the AI revolution and what investors can learn from the dot-com bubble 25 years ago. I talk about how hype and leverage repeat through history, why it’s nearly impossible to know which companies will last, and why sometimes it’s wiser to buy the whole haystack instead of trying to find the needle.I also discuss Ferdinand Magellan, New York’s growing migrant crisis, some lie detection, and Obama’s comments on the places we've spent the past two summers.