Man Overseas Podcast

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.

Coming to you solo again from beautiful Costa Rica, which means "rich coast." I've had lots of time to think here, while working on my tan and watching surfers in the Pacific Ocean from our balcony.In this episode, I talk about life, travel, and things on my mind lately—specifically the Kyren Lacy tragedy, which is a story that hits close to home—not just because one of my best represents him, but because of my own connection to the Lacy family in Louisiana. It's the sort of sad situation that reminds us of what really matters.I also discuss market euphoria and investor greed, Buffett’s lessons on leverage and patience, the Big Tish indictment, the Nobel Peace Prize controversy, and much more.

Coming to you solo from Costa Rica this week. In this episode, I unpack the growing conversation around Christian nationalism—how the media has weaponized the term, what it reveals about global propaganda, and why nationalism itself has been wrongly vilified. I share my thoughts on how this kind of messaging shapes what people believe about faith, identity, and patriotism.I also share a personal story about losing my wallet in Costa Rica and how it led to a conversation about money—specifically, my thoughts on the market, inflation, and investing. I even consider whether it’s time to sell some Netflix stock and shift toward Spotify, reflecting on how companies’ values & cultural direction can influence long-term investment decisions.I also talk about the UN’s push for global AI oversight, Tesla’s record-breaking performance, the rise of Grokopedia, Trump’s Gaza peace deal, and so much more.

Coming to you solo from Houston this week. In this episode, I reflect on the Charlie Kirk memorial and the extraordinary moment when Erika forgave her husband’s assassin in front of tens of thousands. It was the most powerful display of faith I’ve seen this year, and a reminder that forgiveness—while counter to our instincts—is the only way forward for a broken country.I also dive into the indictment of James Comey, why it matters, and what it signals about accountability finally catching up with the deep state.I also discuss cancel culture and Big Tech censorship, the climate change “green scam,” Elon Musk quoting the Lord’s Prayer, and so much more.

Benjamin Rutledge is a Czech-American Christian with a diverse academic and professional background, which includes military service, international political economy studies, and teaching at a Czech private school.Benji & I met a few weeks ago in Prague and became fast friends. When we met for lunch last Friday, he told me about Charlie Kirk & Iryna Zerutska's memorial in Wenceslas Square. Afterward, I posted an Instagram reel of us laying flowers there and it's been viewed over 600k times! What a worldwide outpouring of support!

This one wasn’t easy to do. Coming to you solo from Prague to discuss the biggest story in the world right now—the assassination of Charlie Kirk. I’ll never shake the video of Kirk getting shot from my memory. It was so horrific. I didn’t think for a second that was something he’d survive.Charlie Kirk was a happy warrior who spoke truth and gave young people a reason to believe in the nuclear family, their faith, and their country.I discuss a few other topics—Iryna Zarutska, the nature of evil communists, Thomas Sowell’s books, and other musings.

Morgan’s first time in Europe! And second on the pod—since the wife laughed so hard at the first episode (got a new listener!) there had to be a sequel. Which is never as good. But this isn’t the movies.We talk about going to Europe at age 50. Why he waited so long. And what happened with a bathroom attendant in Prague that caught him off guard.Then there’s Morgan’s latest obsession—timepieces. Or what you and I call “watches.” He’s thinking of passing a watch down to his son as an heirloom. And I share a story of buying a fake Rolex in ThailandThis one went long. Hope you enjoy!

Coming to you solo from Prague—my favorite city in the world. I went to Berlin last weekend and recorded an episode there with my buddy Jürgen. In this episode, I discuss "the best movie ever," raid of John Bolton’s home, and Trump's recollection of the raid on his home.Remember when American propagandists told us Trump would start World War III? Now that he's signed six peace deals in six months, and had 70,000 Cambodian monks call for him to get a Nobel Peace Prize after helping to end fighting between Cambodia and Thailand, it makes you wonder how long we've been told the exact opposite of reality.I also discuss investments, jobs most at risk from AI, a thoughts on marijuana legalization.

In Berlin with my best Euro friend. Jürgen! He's "Schmürgen," in the US, or "Jürg with two dots over you" when I haven't seen him in a while. Anyway, he's from Nuremberg, Germany.We discuss all the migration in Germany. Jürgen shares his perspective on the need for balancing compassion, cultural adaptation, and the tax burden on German citizens. He says attitudes have shifted since the 2015 refugee crisis. Then we get into what democracy is and free expression in Germany.Jürgen also shares his personal philosophy on happiness & relationships. From his 13-year relationship to the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people, he emphasizes the importance of focus and learning to appreciate the simple joys in life.Jürg with two dots shares thoughts on friendship, travel, and what are non-negotiable values in relationships. Which sounds a lot like lessons for living a BIGGER LIFE.Finally, professionally (remember I told you Euros never ask 'What do you do? It's an afterthought, if it's thought at all), Jürgen is a Senior Financial Analyst at Siemens AG. He studied International Business in Germany, Spain and Hong Kong, and enjoys travel, soccer, American football, animals, golf, chess and readingAlways enjoy a chat with Jürgen—he's also my smartest Euro friend. Not because he's super educated or speaks 5 languages (a lot of Euros can do that), but because he's deep like the end of the pool with the high diving board.

Meet Justin Jackson. There’s no friend I admire more. In fact, he’s my new favorite podcast guest and will be back for Round 2 in October.Justin’s a former Marine gunship pilot with over 25 years of service, who transitioned from combat deployments to entrepreneurship. He’s built companies ranging from a cybersecurity firm with elite hackers to a mission-driven brewery honoring Gold Star families.Nowadays, he’s a husband, dad, and dog-father to a Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy named Lincoln. Professionally, he leads “On Glideslope,” a leadership development venture.In this episode, we rewind to our high school days at Cy Falls, where Justin took over centerfield duties after I graduated (he was Class of 2000). He had the good fortune of playing for Coach Brent McDonald before playing at the Naval Academy. We discuss the mental & emotional side of baseball.Then we get into the role Top Gun played in Justin deciding to be a Cobra attack helicopter pilot. He talks about the contrast between a quiet Iraq deployment and a much more intense tour in Afghanistan’s Helmand Province—flying low over desert landscapes, supporting Marines under fire, and the kind of brotherhood only combat can forge.Justin’s a natural storyteller with a rare mix of tenacity and humility.Hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did.

Almost didn't get this solo episode recorded. Been a rough week. But think I might get some relief after seeing a doctor here in Gdańsk. In this ep, I talk about a recent sauna experience—who I met there and why the interaction impacted me. One of them was a 19-year old from Ukraine. So I asked if she had any friends who'd been killed in the war. And what she told me is something I'll always remember. War is hell.

In this short solo episode from the Baltic coast, I talk more about Gdańsk. This is where World War II started. Then, half-a-century later, was the first domino to fall before the collapse of the Soviet Union. I also talk about the city’s Catholic roots, the street scenes during the Saint Dominic festival, and how much the place has changed through the years.I also talk about US media & government. For example, the recent revelations from the Russia Collusion Hoax. Unfortunately, the corporate media can't cover the biggest political scandal in American history because they're complicit. Which means many of our boomer friends & family who were duped will remain that way. But it's always been easier to convince someone of a lie than to convince them they've been lied to. And speaking of dominos falling, I wonder whether we'll soon find out what COVID & Climate Change were all about?There's also my Ryne Sandberg memories and some Gurwinder.