Man Overseas Podcast

I was more excited about this week’s guest than any other. His name is Mr. Tom Abadie. He is the man who first taught me the values of discipline, preparation, and teamwork. His way of coaching had a profound impact on me when I needed it most.He started coaching our All-Star basketball team when I was 10 years old. As 11-year olds, he coached our team to a State Championship in Louisiana. When I was 12 years old, he coached us to a World Championship in 1993. In the locker room after the Championship Game, Assistant Coach David Pope said to our team, “This may not mean much to you now, but someday you guys are really going to appreciate this [Championship].” God was he right.Born in New Orleans, La., on December 15, 1948, “Coach Tom,” as I’ve always called him, grew up one of seven children. He attended Redemptorist High School, where he played basketball and baseball in the competitive New Orleans Catholic League.As a senior, he signed to play centerfield at Nicholls State University (pictured)—I would sign to do the same 30 years later. His college coach was Raymond E. Didier, who he said was a disciplinarian but fair man. When I played ball at NSU, we played at Ray E. Didier Field, which is now affectionately known as “The Did.”Tom is now retired. He invested diligently in his employer’s 401K plan while working in the oilfield for 43 years, including the last 15 years as a salesman for a New Orleans company. He and wife, Judy, still live in Thibodaux, LA. They enjoy traveling and spending time with their 6 grandchildren.

My guest is Dom Brightmon, a toastmaster and bestselling author from Baltimore, Maryland. Dom works as a full-time librarian and likes to spend most of his time reading a book or writing a book.He talks about becoming a better speaker and shares tips on how to think better. Dom also shares the men who've most influenced him and many book recommendations. Also included is an interesting story about the Levi Strauss empire. The man who invented denim created billions in generational wealth.

Julia Va is a young woman from Vlodivostok, Russia, whose passion for travel has taken her around the world.Born in 1991, Julia's dad strongly encouraged her to learn English. She decided to study Tourism after traveling to Thailand with her family as a teenager. She also gives interesting insight into what it was like growing up in Russia in the 90s. Also, I ask her opinon of Vladimir Putin.

James Lowery from ReThinktheRatRace.com shares exactly how he and wife Emily achieved their financial independence number is just three years. I'm confident after hearing James's inspirational story, you'll want to accelerate your own path toward early retirement. He shares the math behind FIRE (financial independence retire early). Hint: You must accumulate 25x your annual spending or be able to live on 4% of your net worth per year. But those number won't tell you how to get there in three years. For that, you'll need to tune in!

Ted Agon is an author and speaker who has lived a rich life filled with exploration and adventure! He gained life-altering perspectives from other cultures and languages, and has been largely influenced by living in the environments of three of the world's largest religions.

Josh is a sharp young attorney from Toronto. He runs his own law firm by day, and by night helps solopreneurs navigate the difficult and often lonely journey of starting a business.If a friend of mine asked me about starting their own business, I'd say, "You should talk to my buddy Josh." He's been through the ups and downs of starting his own businesses, and generously shares his thoughts, struggles, and triumphs in a 3-times a week email.

My guest is a native Houstonian with a passion for real estate and interior design. She got her real estate license and started successfully flipping houses after being inspired by HGTV.She says HGTV has increased competition for flips: "Now everybody thinks they can do it." But Laura is successful because she's willing to do things others aren't willing to do. Plus, as you'll see in this interview, she's uniquely confident, personable and likable. This interview could be used as a "how-to" manual for getting started flipping houses. It will also give you a sense of the tenacity required to be a highly profitable house flipper.

Joe Wells is a writer, real estate investor and self-development junkie.He grew up in Moravia, New York, population 1,220. Following a three-month internship his senior year of college, he accepted a job to work as a Consultant in New York City. Six years later, he’s still in NYC.Joe is taking a unique path to financial independence because he needs time-freedom before the 4% rule. He is aggressively saving & investing, and keeping his expenses low—not an easy thing to do working in Manhattan.Having discussions with young men like Joe, a voracious learner who lives with intention and purpose, is one of my joys in life. I hope you enjoy our chat as much as I did. Our discussion includes:How writing helps Joe to formulate his thoughts betterHow Joe & roommate, Pat Dunden, got interested in getting betterThe value of good roommatesBrainstorming different business ideasSelf-improvement through reading books and listening to podcastsCo-authoring a 50-page book for high school seniorsTeaching what he and Pat wish they knew in college and first job

This week, I asked my brother, Scott, to join me on the podcast. He says that he “witnessed a miracle” last week. Truth is, he caused that miracle. Since the day of the miracle, a young boy’s dad has referred to my bro as “my son’s angel.”It was a day like any other. Scott came home from work. His his daughter, Ella, greeted him in the driveway. Then as he picked up his garbage cans, he heard a crash, then screams, coming from the street around the corner from his house.He and a neighbor looked at each other, then hurried toward the noise. What he saw compelled him to take decisive action. Scott said, “There was no time to think, just do.”Listen to him retell the dramatic story of a car accident that left a 5-year old boy laying lifeless in the street.Scott describes the steps he took in critical moments following the accident, and how he was able to steady his emotions in the face of chaos. Furthermore, he shares exactly what you can do if someone you know is in need of emergency care.We cover in this podcast:The accident last weekParentingDay in the life of a pharmacistPersonal financeSelf DevelopmentRandom fun questions

Nicholas transformed his life through fitness. Once he saw how looking and feeling his best impacted his income, marriage, and outlook on life, he and his wife, Amanda, created The Billion Dollar Body. His aim is to help each man to return to their true self – to push their body and mind to the limit – to actively grow and be accountable to the bigger vision of their life.Nicholas is sharp and high-energy. He packs reams of actionable advice into an hour that felt like minutes. It’s easy to see why he’s been recognized by Forbes, and aspiring young men have rallied around him to achieve all their health, wealth and relationship goals.Here’s what we cover in the interview:HealthNicholas’ morning routineHow to kill your food budgetWhat to avoid in the grocery storeProtein powder = great benefit at low costWhy you should run out of food in your refrigeratorWhy he likes Trader Joe’sWealthPeople have been saying the economy will crash for the last five years“The path is in the math”In your 20s, master production and invest to learnA high-level discussion on Cryptocurrency & BitcoinInvest what you’re willing to lose in CryptoA Vanguard fund which allows you to invest in Crypto indirectlyFocus on seeds that are growing, and water the growersInvest in the “jockey” not the “horse”Money is mentioned in the Bible more than loveInvest in your own businessRelationships:Benefits of marrying young#1 Mastermind is husband & wife (1+1 =11)Is marriage hard?Building a deep connection with your wifeA man’s role in a relationshipHave a date night every weekMen love to solve problems; women want to be heardTips for working with your wife in a businessHow he deals with sexual energyLeadership and high testosteroneThe Five Love LanguagesImportance of understanding how each other thinksAnd More:His favorite weekend getawayHow long should a honeymoon be?His favorite documentaryStudying peopleHow to grow your Instagram following

Chase is a man whose soul is on fire. I’m proud to call him my best friend for 25 years.He had an incredible baseball career, playing until he was 35 years old. At one time, he was the oldest minor-leaguer not to log any Big-League time.Now a hitting coach in the Texas Rangers organization, Chase shares his journey and mindset in this wide-ranging interview. We cover:The night Chase & I metHow we became notorious in high schoolBeing drafted in the 34th round of the MLB DraftLiving on a Minor League salaryFacing adversity in Brooklyn, NYSelf-reflection and self-awarenessMaking adjustments after being the problem kidHow he coaches 20-year old millionairesMolding young menWho were his role models (and anti-role models)Focusing on the journey, not the destinationThe time he came closest to a Big League call-upHow he developed uncommon habitsSeparating yourself from the packMaintaining a beginner’s mindSurrounding yourself with good energyAttacking life with a sense of urgencyThe most impressive person he’s ever metGetting around elite peopleControlling your thoughtsTransmuting sexual energyBecoming a human catalystBalancing work & familyBecoming high-valueHow he makes hard decisionsTrusting your gutSeeking wisdomHaving the humility to ask questionsGetting smarter and wiserThe importance of mentorsA day in the life of a pro baseball coachMeditation and PrayerWhy practice gratitudeTalking to GodChase’s relationship with GodGetting ejected in his last gameThe retirement letter he wroteIron sharpens iron

I discuss ways to maximize time so that you can do more, see more, and live a bigger life. Here are topics discussed:A travel story from Costa RicaHow to achieve financial independence soonerHow John Bogle revolutionized investing for “the little guy”The single best way to make friendsHow to know if a woman is interested (advice for single guys)Sending text messages with intentThinking about deathAttacking life with a sense of urgencySteal $20 from me, but don’t rob me of 20 minutesDouble your money in 10 years$400,000 by age 40

I read more listener emails/messages in today’s audio. You’ll hear my answers to multi-part questions, which include the following topics:How to obtain financial freedomHow to stay motivated & build your energyA secret about real estate values that Zillow doesn’t want you to knowA stock that Lady O & I own in our portfolio, and whyMore book recommendationsTo have your questions answered in a future audio post, please send them to me via Twitter, Facebook, or by email: [email protected]

Here I read a sample of emails and messages that I’ve received since the Bigger Pockets podcastaired.I answer questions and offer advice on the following: Vetting deals, vetting people and establishing relationshipsCompare life and pokerWhere young people should focus their efforts

My guest on the podcast is a 24-year old Software Engineer who is killing it! John and his wife, Sam, have been on the FIRE journey since college. He talks about how embracing a frugal lifestyle has enabled them to save & invest $70,000 a year! Their money habits will soon take them to the ultimate freedom: FIRE (financial independence retire early). They’ve taken Financial Peace University, use Travel Rewards Points for vacations, and invest in a 529 Plan even though they don’t yet have kids.