The Ever Forward Mindset

What kind of people do we need to become for freedom to survive another generation?

At FreedomFest 2026, Michael Rebelo sits down with Kathy Barnette for a conversation about homeschooling, parenting, education, faith, personal responsibility, and freedom.

Kathy shares the experiences that pushed her family toward homeschooling, why she believes parents are their children’s first teachers, and how those lessons eventually shaped the way she thinks about politics, leadership, private property, and the future of America.

This conversation goes beyond debating the education system. It asks a deeper question: Are we fixing the symptoms of our problems, or are we willing to look at the roots?

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – Introduction

00:54 – Kathy Barnette’s story

02:17 – Preserving freedom

02:46 – Why homeschooling mattered

04:05 – Poverty, faith, and purpose

04:58 – Who forms our children?

05:55 – Questioning the traditional school system

07:42 – Parents, teachers, and boundaries

08:37 – Choosing homeschooling

10:29 – Looking back on the decision

11:31 – Parents as the first teachers

12:35 – Education and America’s future

13:26 – Teaching history differently

14:19 – Ownership and personal responsibility

15:09 – Faith, Family, and the Future

16:02 – Rethinking education reform

17:23 – Follow Kathy

18:24 – Closing thoughts

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What should investors actually understand about **gold, silver, inflation, central banks, and the U.S. dollar**?

Michael Rebelo sits down with **Adrian Day of Adrian Day Asset Management** at FreedomFest 2026 for a conversation about precious metals, market cycles, monetary policy, risk, and protecting purchasing power.

Adrian explains why corrections are normal even in strong markets, why central banks have been looking beyond the dollar, the difference between physical gold and mining stocks, and how interest rates and global events can move precious-metal markets.

The conversation closes with an important lesson for younger investors: **start early, let compounding work, build a strong financial base, and understand how hard major losses can be to recover from.**

**TIMESTAMPS**

00:00 - Introduction

01:10 - Adrian Day's investing journey

03:30 - Gold and silver for newer investors

04:30 - Understanding market corrections

05:26 - Central banks and the U.S. dollar

06:18 - Geopolitical conflict and gold

08:44 - What's driving gold?

11:51 - Gold as a store of value

13:58 - Physical metals vs. mining stocks

15:09 - Building a precious-metals strategy

17:14 - The Federal Reserve and interest rates

21:33 - The 2% inflation target

23:12 - Advice for new investors

23:55 - Starting early and compounding

24:49 - Why protecting against losses matters

26:19 - Final thoughts

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Educational purposes only. Nothing discussed in this episode constitutes financial, investment, tax, or legal advice.

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America doesn’t have to agree on everything to move forward together.On this episode of The Ever Forward Mindset Podcast, I sit down with Congressman Dusty Johnson to discuss political division, misinformation, civic responsibility, and what it will take to rebuild common ground in America.We also explore the responsibility my generation has to get involved, think critically, verify what we share, and become part of the solution instead of adding to the noise.This conversation reflects what Ever Forward Capital Partners and the Ever Forward Mindset stand for: education, integrity, personal responsibility, clear thinking, and building a stronger future for the people and communities around us.We can disagree without becoming enemies. Progress starts when good people choose to participate.Follow the Ever Forward Mindset podcast: https://linktr.ee/everforwardmindsetpodcastFollow and support Dusty: https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/Build Better. Build Bigger. Keep Moving Ever Forward.#michaelrebelo #everforwardmindset #everforwardcapitalpartners #dustyjohnson #america #leadership #unity #mindset #entrepreneurship #mainstreetamerica

What does it really mean to build true wealth?

Michael Rebelo sits down with Sharon Lechter, entrepreneur, financial literacy advocate, bestselling author, and co-author of *Rich Dad Poor Dad*, for a conversation about money, entrepreneurship, investing, and taking ownership of your future.

Sharon shares how she learned about real estate and cash flow as a child, the story behind *Rich Dad Poor Dad*, why assets matter more than income alone, what entrepreneurs often get wrong, and why she believes **“You are the CEO of your life.”**

They also discuss financial literacy, real estate, good debt vs. bad debt, capitalism, true wealth, family, time freedom, and what the next generation needs to understand about money.

**CHAPTERS**

00:00 – Introduction

01:55 – Sharon Lechter’s journey

03:32 – The power of asking “Why not?”

05:20 – Her mission to teach financial literacy

06:15 – The story behind *Rich Dad Poor Dad*

09:00 – Assets, liabilities, good debt & bad debt

11:07 – Escaping the feeling of being financially trapped

12:41 – Real estate and diversification

14:27 – What entrepreneurs get wrong

16:11 – Sharon’s success formula

18:14 – Capitalism and true wealth

19:53 – You are the CEO of your life

21:51 – Teaching financial literacy at home

23:44 – The future of financial education

26:01 – Advice for the next generation

27:03 – Are you spending or investing your time?

Learn more about Sharon at SharonLechter.com

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Most people spend decades building their 401(k)… but never think about what happens when it’s time to take the money out.

Nick Grose from Grose Wealth Management explains why relying only on pre-tax retirement accounts can limit your flexibility and potentially create a larger tax burden in retirement.

We break down the idea of building multiple retirement “buckets” using pre-tax accounts, Roth accounts, and taxable investments, plus why diversification matters when markets get rough.

The goal isn’t simply to save more. It’s to build a retirement strategy that gives you more options, flexibility, and control over your money.

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What happens when the healthcare system treats symptoms but the patient starts asking what caused the problem in the first place?

In this episode, Chris Brandlin shares his personal journey from personal trainer and natural bodybuilding champion to facing serious health complications after a tick bite and extended pharmaceutical treatment.

Chris explains why that experience changed the way he thinks about medicine, nutrition, prevention, and personal responsibility. We discuss his shift toward regenerative medicine, his experience with a carnivore diet, concerns about pharmaceutical influence, childhood nutrition, and his “Make Nevada Healthy Again” campaign.

This conversation challenges listeners to question assumptions, research their options, and think more deeply about what health really means.

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Why are so many property owners and investors reconsidering California?

In this episode, attorney, real estate broker, and Nevada Assembly District 42 candidate Chris Brandlin breaks down the regulations reshaping property ownership, landlord rights, estate planning, and financial freedom.

We discuss California’s Tenant Protection Act, the growing tension between landlords and tenants, why living trusts can play an important role in estate planning, and how government policy can impact everyday financial decisions.

Chris also shares his perspective on California’s healthcare system and why individual choice, property rights, and long-term planning matter more than ever.

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Why Economic Freedom Is Disappearing | Barbara Kolm on Inflation, Government & Your Money

What happens when economic freedom, personal responsibility, and financial literacy collide with inflation and government control?

In this episode of The Ever Forward Mindset Podcast, Michael Rebelo sits down with Austrian economist and policymaker Barbara Kolm to break down the economic forces shaping Europe and the United States. They discuss inflation, deregulation, tax competition, bureaucracy, monetary policy, entrepreneurship, and why understanding economics matters far beyond Wall Street.

Barbara also shares a simple framework for navigating uncertainty: stay educated, flexible, and aware of the rules shaping your money and investments.

If you care about financial freedom, economic policy, entrepreneurship, or protecting your future, this conversation will challenge how you think about money and government.

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Should Delegates Choose the VP? Mike Tremont Wants to Rewrite the Rules

What if the vice presidential nominee wasn’t simply chosen by the presidential candidate? In this episode, Michael Rebelo sits down with Mike Ter Maat to challenge one of the most overlooked traditions in American politics: how parties select their vice presidential nominee.

Mike argues that national convention delegates should have a greater role in choosing the VP, creating a process he believes would be more democratic and accountable. The conversation also goes deeper into liberty, individual responsibility, and the limits of government power.

From political reform to the freedom to make our own decisions, even imperfect ones, this episode asks a bigger question: how much control should citizens and delegates have over the people who may one day lead the country?

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What happens when people stop believing government power has limits?

Live from FreedomFest 2026 in Las Vegas, Michael Rebelo sits down with Australian filmmaker and commentator Topher Field to discuss freedom, government overreach, and the cultural shift happening across the Western world.

Topher became a leading voice during Melbourne’s COVID-era lockdowns and directed the award-winning documentary *Battleground Melbourne*.

In this episode, he explains why what happens in America affects the rest of the world, why limited government requires citizens willing to say “no,” and why the spirit of 1776 still matters today.

They also discuss younger generations, traditional values, personal responsibility, and the future of liberty.

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