In this special episode of The Arias Journal Podcast, I reconnect with my childhood friend, Max Bailon, for an honest and personal discussion. Unlike my usual 1-on-1 interviews, this episode combines two separate recording sessions, creating a unique blend of perspectives and stories. We reflect on our journeys from growing up in Bell to navigating our careers and personal lives, sharing our experiences and opinions.

Please note that this episode contains personal opinions and has not been fact-checked. We encourage you to fact-check anything discussed in this episode to ensure accuracy. Join us for a heartfelt conversation that’s equal parts nostalgic and thought-provoking.

In this episode, Maximiliano De la Paz and I reflect on a year of change, challenge, and insight. We dive into the ongoing Ukraine war, and the state of U.S. politics—including Biden's leadership and Trump’s legal struggles—and our guest shares his transformative experience with Ayahuasca that reshaped his understanding of the impact of words and co-creation on reality. Together, we explore the exciting yet unnerving technological advancements, from virtual reality to AI surveillance and even Wi-Fi routers mapping our surroundings.

As we discussed the Goldilocks zone and the remarkable conditions for life, we hit a few technical snags on both ends and I made my best effort to edit this episode to the best of my ability. Thanks for bearing with us through a few glitches in our pursuit of a greater understanding of our world.

In this episode, I invite my close friend and precious metal expert Maximiliano de la Paz to The Arias Journal podcast and he shares his thoughts with us about bitcoins' next move, Russia's best option, and the future of gold and silver. Visit Acuarious Plata and Metal Work & Gates Co.