Full Podcast Episodes

With the World Series just around the corner, Brian Reid, a New York Mets scout with 25 years of experience, joins Tarek on Y’all Street to explore what it takes to identify talent, project player development, and recognize what separates promising athletes from future MLB stars. Reid breaks down the scouting process, explaining how physical tools, statistics, and data must be balanced with character, work ethic, adaptability, and the ability to respond to failure. He shares lessons from scouting successes and misses, including how overlooking a player's drive in favor of physical measurements can lead to costly evaluation mistakes. The conversation examines how technology, social media, and analytics have transformed modern scouting, including the data-driven approach explored in the film Moneyball, while highlighting why instincts, trusted relationships, and firsthand observations remain essential. Reid also draws parallels between evaluating baseball players and hiring in the business world, emphasizing the importance of culture, teamwork, and individuals who elevate those around them. Beyond the scouting process, he reflects on how sports build resilience, discipline, and the ability to overcome setbacks—qualities that carry into careers, relationships, and life. The discussion also explores Reid's work in independent filmmaking, including his film Silo Killer, and how pursuing creative passions alongside a career in baseball reflects the importance of drive, perseverance, and following what motivates you.

For years, markets have rewarded technology, financial assets, and long-duration investments. Now, a new cycle may be taking shape around the physical resources the world depends on. Wasif Latif, Co-Founder, President & CIO of Sarmaya Partners, joins Y’all Street to unpack his “Return to Tangibles” thesis—a shift toward energy, metals, commodities, and infrastructure as increasingly important drivers of the global economy. With nearly 30 years of experience across some of the biggest names in finance, Wasif shares what he learned inside the institutional investment world and why he ultimately left it to build Sarmaya Partners. He and Evan break down the market cycles that shaped the last several decades, what has changed since the financial crisis, and the forces driving today’s shift, from inflation and geopolitical changes to deglobalization and AI. They also explore why AI may be one of the biggest physical infrastructure stories of the next decade, with growing demand for power, natural gas, copper, uranium, and other resources—and how Wasif is positioning around that thesis through Sarmaya Partners’ actively managed LENS ETF. The digital economy may be growing faster than ever. But underneath it all, the world still needs things you can touch, build, power, and own.

Recorded at the 2026 Cinch Playoffs Governor’s Cup, world-class breakaway roper and professional rodeo athlete Josie Conner joins Tarek on Y’all Street for an inside look at the sport, business, and mindset behind her career. She capped off an incredible Governor’s Cup by winning the breakaway roping event on the final night with a blazing 1.9-second run. From growing up in a rodeo family in Iowa, Louisiana, to becoming one of the sport’s standout competitors, she shares the journey that brought her to this point and what it takes to compete at the highest level. She breaks down the skill and speed behind breakaway roping, how the sport has evolved, and the important role her horses—especially her 17-year-old horse, Dutch—play in her success. Throughout the conversation, Josie and Tarek cover a wide range of topics, from the mental side of competition and handling setbacks to the business of rodeo, financial literacy, personal branding, and the future of breakaway roping. She also shares what she hopes to see for the sport as it continues to grow, including the push to bring breakaway roping into the Thomas & Mack Center during the National Finals Rodeo. The conversation closes with an early 23rd birthday surprise: a newly minted Texas Precious Metals Josie Conner Silver Round. Today, on her birthday, we’re celebrating her story, her accomplishments, and the launch of her new silver round, now available from Texas Precious Metals.

Entrepreneur, innovator, investor, philanthropist, and film producer J. Eustace Wolfington joins Tarek on Y’all Street for a fascinating conversation about challenging conventional wisdom and pioneering retail car leasing. From a family business dating back to 1876 to starting his own dealership with zero capital, Wolfington shares the story behind Half-A-Car and how questioning the traditional way Americans bought cars helped reshape the modern leasing model. He reveals the eight principles his father gave him at Notre Dame that guided his career, the persistence it took to gain acceptance from Ford and thousands of dealerships, and his philosophy on leadership, customer relationships, and business. Wolfington also takes Tarek behind the making of Bella and Cabrini, explaining why he saw Mother Cabrini as an extraordinary leader and entrepreneur—and why sometimes the biggest opportunities come from simply asking, “Why do we do it this way?”

Portfolio Manager, Strategic Investor, Board Member, and Advisor Michael Gentile joins Tarek on Y’all Street for a fascinating look at where he believes the biggest opportunities in the market may be hiding. From discovering the stock market at age 10 to becoming a major investor in the junior mining sector, Michael shares the experiences and convictions that shaped his investment philosophy. He breaks down why he believes gold could be entering a new era, what rising debt and de-dollarization could mean for the U.S. dollar, and why junior mining companies may be dramatically undervalued despite record gold prices. Michael also reveals how he evaluates high-risk investments, why he looks for opportunities capable of delivering 20–50x returns, what he learned from Warren Buffett, and why emotional intelligence may matter more than intelligence itself when markets turn against you.

Filmmaker, conservationist, and wildlife advocate Tom Opre sits down with Tarek on Y'all Street to explore the differences between conservation and preservation, and why sustainable wildlife management remains one of today's most debated environmental topics. Known for his documentaries Killing the Shepherd and the upcoming Operation: Return of the Wild, Tom uses storytelling to educate audiences on the realities of conservation. In this conversation, Tom explains how modern conservation was built on responsible resource management and the historical role hunters and anglers have played in funding wildlife conservation. He also discusses the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation, the challenges facing hunting today, and why active stewardship is essential for protecting natural resources. Tom also shares insights from conservation efforts in Africa, where sustainable use programs help restore wildlife, combat poaching, and support local communities, illustrating how conservation can benefit both people and wildlife. To close the episode, Tom discusses the mission behind Shepherds of Wildlife and why educating the public through storytelling is essential to preserving wildlife for future generations.

Bitcoin developer, author, and educator Jimmy Song joins Tarek on Y'all Street to discuss his journey from software engineer to one of Bitcoin's most recognized advocates. From discovering Bitcoin in 2011 to contributing to its open-source development, Jimmy shares the experiences that shaped his conviction in decentralized money. In this conversation, Jimmy explains why he believes Bitcoin stands apart from every other cryptocurrency, the importance of self-custody, and how Bitcoin's fixed supply of 21 million coins creates a fundamentally different monetary system than traditional fiat currencies. He also dives into Austrian economics, the lasting impact of the 2008 financial crisis, and why scarcity matters. This discussion covers Bitcoin's security, whether artificial intelligence could ever threaten its cryptography, and why properly securing your Bitcoin makes it one of the most resilient assets in the world. Jimmy also shares his perspective on Bitcoin's role alongside gold, the future of the U.S. dollar as the global reserve currency, and why he believes Bitcoin will continue gaining importance worldwide. To close the episode, Jimmy offers practical advice for the next generation, encouraging young entrepreneurs to build businesses, create value, and pursue financial freedom beyond the traditional corporate path.

In this episode, Evan sits down with Trey Bowles, serial entrepreneur and co-founder of 1845 Ventures, to discuss his journey building companies and helping founders turn ideas into successful businesses. After helping launch several early internet companies and spending years strengthening the North Texas startup ecosystem, Trey now partners with entrepreneurs through 1845 Ventures, a venture studio that provides the strategy, resources, and expertise needed to build scalable companies. Trey shares what he looks for in founders, why validating customer demand matters before raising capital, and how 1845 Ventures helps entrepreneurs navigate the challenges of building a business. He also explains why Dallas-Fort Worth has become one of the country's fastest-growing innovation hubs and discusses the opportunities shaping the future of entrepreneurship in North Texas. The conversation offers practical insights on leadership, hiring, perseverance, and what it truly takes to build a successful company from the ground up.

In this episode, Tarek sits down with Lindi Marcusen, Paralympic athlete, traumatic brain injury survivor, and amputee, to discuss the life-changing accident that forever altered the course of her life. Just 13 days after her wedding, Lindi was involved in a devastating car accident that left her with a traumatic brain injury, multiple fractures, internal bleeding, and the loss of her right leg. Doctors initially believed she would not survive, but against overwhelming odds, she began an extraordinary journey toward recovery. Lindi reflects on the physical, mental, and emotional challenges of rebuilding her life—from relearning basic skills and navigating the effects of a traumatic brain injury to discovering a renewed sense of purpose through sport. She shares how her background in gymnastics laid the foundation for her recovery, what inspired her to pursue the Paralympics, and the determination that led her to set an American record in the 100 meters before competing on the world stage at the Paris Paralympic Games. This conversation is a powerful testament to resilience, perseverance, and choosing purpose through adversity. Lindi shares her philosophy of "stepping into it"—embracing both hardship and triumph—and offers an inspiring perspective on overcoming life's greatest challenges one step at a time.

In this episode, Evan sits down with Uriah Hall, former Top-10 UFC Middleweight and The Ultimate Fighter Season 17 finalist, to discuss his remarkable journey from Jamaica to the UFC. After moving to New York as a teenager, Hall faced bullying, culture shock, and a struggle to find confidence before discovering martial arts and ultimately building a career on the sport’s biggest stage. Hall reflects on his rise through The Ultimate Fighter, his iconic knockout that put him on the map, and the physical and mental challenges of competing at the highest level. He also shares lessons learned from defeating his idol Anderson Silva, overcoming adversity, and navigating life after retirement. The conversation offers an honest look at resilience, mindset, personal growth, and why protecting your energy and character matters more than any accomplishment inside the cage.