Austin and Matt Podcast

#31 First Look at Silver: Asian Guy, Industrial Demand, Supply Deficits

Is Silver the New Gold? 2026 Price Squeeze & AI Demand Shock Silver has hit record highs of $84/oz. Discover why the 2026 deficit and China's export ban are fueling a systemic market break.Key Takeaways:
The 200M Ounce Deficit: Why annual mining (800–900M oz) can no longer meet global consumption (1.1B+ oz).
The Shanghai Premium: Analyzing the 18% disconnect between physical silver ($89/oz) and London paper spot ($71/oz).
AI & EV Demand: Why tech giants are "price-inelastic" and will pay any premium to secure silver for chips and infrastructure.
China’s Export Ban: The impact of the January 1st restriction on raw silver exports.
The "Asian Guy" Mystery: Is the viral AI analyst a front for industry insiders?
Chapters: 0:00 The 10-Bagger Case for Silver 2:15 Who is "Asian Guy"? The AI Analyst Mystery 5:30 Why the Shanghai Premium ($89/oz) Matters 11:20 Mining Deficits: Why we can't dig faster 14:50 Leveraging SLV Call Options for 2027 18:10 China's Refining Monopoly and Export BansJoin the Conversation: Are you holding physical bullion or trading ETFs? Let us know!

#30 How Wind, Solar, and Energy Investment Can Transform a Rural County

Warren Brown shares a grounded look at how wind and solar projects impact rural communities and local infrastructure.
Topics include:
Infrastructure planning and road use agreements
Property taxes and community financial impact
Balancing energy development with long-term needs
Transparency and accountability in local decision-making
A clear, thoughtful discussion on responsible growth and preparing rural counties for the future.

#29 From Cold War Seas To Fatherhood A Navy Story That Changed Everything

In this episode, Warren Brown, 1981 Sailor of the Year aboard the USS Richard L. Page, reflects on his service in the U.S. Navy during the Cold War.
Life aboard an aging warship during a tense global era
WWII-era technology used in modern Cold War operations
Tracking Soviet submarines and NATO missions
Hurricanes, responsibility, and leadership at sea
Choosing fatherhood and family over a long Navy career
A thoughtful look at service, sacrifice, and the decisions that shape a life.

#28 Living Neurons as Computers: The Future of Biocomputing | FinalSpark

Fred Jordan, co-founder of FinalSpark, joins us to explore one of the most radical frontiers in modern technology: biological computing built from living human neurons. He explains how neural organoids grown from stem cells are connected to electrodes and accessed remotely over the internet, offering a radically more energy-efficient alternative to traditional silicon-based AI.
 
The conversation covers:· How living neurons know how to learn· Training neural tissue using dopamine-based reward systems· The overlooked role of glial cells in intelligence· AI agents running experiments on biological networks· Why biological computing uses far less energy than silicon· Ethical questions and research limitations· What this technology could mean for the future of AI and computing
 
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#27 Ken Shamrock | The Untold Story of MMA’s Original Legend

MMA pioneer and UFC Hall of Famer Ken Shamrock joins us for one of the most open, powerful, and revealing conversations of his career. From a turbulent childhood to global fame in UFC and pro wrestling, Ken breaks down the mindset, resilience, and faith that carried him through a lifetime of fighting — inside and outside the cage.
In this episode we cover:• Ken’s early life, adversity, and how he built extreme mental toughness• The raw, chaotic early days of UFC — what it was really like• Life inside the Lion’s Den and the pressure of constant competition• Stories from WWE, Japan, and traveling the world• What fighters misunderstand about toughness, pain, and preparation• How fame, money, and responsibility changed his life• The role of mentorship and guiding younger fighters• Faith, forgiveness, and the personal transformation he never saw coming• The mindset of longevity — staying sharp physically and spiritually
 
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#26 Dan Severn: UFC Hall of Fame, Hair Dye, Hustle & the Mindset of a Champion

UFC Hall of Famer and combat sports pioneer Dan “The Beast” Severn joins us for an unfiltered, deeply insightful conversation about discipline, legacy, and the wild early days of MMA. From farm life to global competition, Dan breaks down the mindset and work ethic that carried him through wrestling, UFC, Pro Wrestling, coaching, and decades of nonstop hustle.
In this episode we cover:• The early, no-rules era of UFC — what it was really like• How discipline, structure, and farm life shaped Dan’s mentality• Stories from pro wrestling, Japan, and traveling the world• The business side of fighting — promoting, coaching, managing• Why Dan never stopped competing (and what still drives him)• Hair dye stories, showmanship, and building “The Beast” persona• What he learned mentoring younger fighters• How he balanced family, faith, and a relentless career• The mindset of longevity: staying sharp at any age
 
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#25 UFC’s Bryce Mitchell on Fighter Pay, Flat Earth, Farm Life, Bigfoot, & More

UFC contender Bryce Mitchell sits down for a raw, honest breakdown of what’s broken in MMA and the battles he faces inside and outside the octagon.
Extreme weight cuts and the danger they create for fighters
Why he believes in walk-around weight competition
The real story behind fighter pay and fairness in MMA
What the UFC could change to make the sport safer
Life on his 16-acre Arkansas farm
Training, discipline, recovery, and staying grounded
Faith, family, free will, and personal values
The struggles that shaped him long before the UFC
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#24 Where Religions Come From - Gnostic Informant and MythVision

MythVision and Gnostic Informant join the A&M Podcast to unpack how Greek philosophy and myth shaped early Christianity. Here’s what we explore:
 · The fusion of Greek ideas and Jewish faith that created the New Testament · Pagan parallels like Dionysus’ wine miracle and Abraham’s sacrifice · Why early Christians borrowed from Greek and Roman storytelling · What modern scholarship reveals about faith, myth, and meaning · How critical thinking and spirituality can complement each otherIt’s an honest, intelligent, and open conversation about belief, history, and the human need for story — the kind that challenges assumptions while keeping curiosity alive.
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#23 Gnostic Informant | Neal Sendlak | Finding God in Prison… Losing Him in Church

A powerful and personal story of transformation — from prison walls to philosophical awakening. Neal Sendlak of Gnostic Informant shares how finding faith behind bars led him to study ancient Christian texts and question what he believed about truth, scripture, and redemption.
Episode Highlights:
• Finding faith and survival inside prison• Witnessing violence in the mess hall• Church services and baptisms behind bars• Relapse, parole, and rebuilding discipline• Discovering translation gaps in the Bible• Exploring Gnostic and early Christian groups• How Greek thought shaped early Christianity• The baptism moment that sparked doubt
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#22 From Faith to Freedom: MythVision’s Derek Lambert’s Search for Truth

Derek Lambert’s story is one of transformation, resilience, and discovery.
From growing up in a faith-filled home and facing early struggles, to studying ancient knowledge in Greek and Hebrew and building the MythVision community with over 300,000 followers — Derek’s journey explores what happens when you start asking the questions most people avoid.
In this episode, we explore:
How belief can be both a guide and a challenge
Why studying myth and history can reshape perspective
What it means to seek truth beyond labels
The role of recovery, awareness, and self-discovery in finding balance
How curiosity can lead to personal transformation
Derek opens up about his upbringing, his recovery, and the mindset that helped him find balance and clarity. It’s a raw, honest conversation about growth, perspective, and what happens when curiosity becomes your compass.
If you’re drawn to open-minded discussions about life, belief, and the search for meaning — this episode is for you.
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