

The Adventure Capitalist
Austin Brawner and Cody Shirk
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.
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Oct 3, 2024 • 46min
The next Solana?, A silicon disaster in NC, China rips as Xi Jinping unloads his giant money cannon...
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

Sep 26, 2024 • 51min
Gold's Stealth Rise, Microsoft Goes Nuclear, New War Tactics (and where the weapons are headed)
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

Sep 19, 2024 • 41min
Trump assassination part deux, The "fall" of the U.S. dollar, the end of Hong Kong?
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

Sep 12, 2024 • 35min
The 5 biggest business opportunities in Guyana
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

Sep 5, 2024 • 49min
The condo collapse in South Florida (and how to profit)
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

Aug 29, 2024 • 35min
How Cody got his start as an investor by purchasing land in Panama
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

Aug 23, 2024 • 1h
The real estate bubble in Texas has burst. Now what?
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

Aug 15, 2024 • 1h 4min
Investigating Europe’s Newest (and Most Unique) Tax Haven
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

Aug 8, 2024 • 29min
6 investment ideas nobody is talking about
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

Aug 1, 2024 • 27min
Why 2024 is the year of Japan
The Japanese Yen is at its lowest in decades, creating exciting opportunities for travelers and investors. The discussion dives into the impacts of this currency shift and how it could be a fleeting chance. Listeners learn about Japan's unique housing market, real estate prospects, and the intriguing digital nomad visa. The conversation also touches on the cultural aspects of Japan and the demographic challenges facing the nation. From skiing in Hokkaido to investment insights, there's plenty to explore in this fascinating setting!