In this episode, I sit down with my best friend Max Bailon a bond forged back in the hallways of middle school and carried through football fields, sleepovers, late-night talks, and the slow grind of adulthood.

From awkward middle school memories to long-distance hangouts and a shared dream of visiting Tuvalu, this episode is a tribute to lifelong friendship.

Expect deep laughs, dumb confessions, and surprisingly heartfelt reflections on growing up, staying connected, and what it means to hold on to a friendship when life pulls you in every direction.

Whether you’re still close with your childhood best friend or wondering what happened to yours, this one’s for you.

Listen in. Laugh hard. Text that friend.

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In this episode of The Arias Journal Podcast, I sit down with Marcos Bailon, a father of five, a truck driver, and a voice from the working class, for an honest, unfiltered conversation about the state of the nation.

From the cultural divides shaping today’s politics to the struggles and values of everyday Americans, we dive deep into what the "State of the Union" really means beyond Washington's talking points.

Marcos shares his perspective on immigration, the economy, religion in public life, and what politicians are getting right and wrong about the people they claim to represent. This is an episode grounded in real life, not headlines.

This episode is proudly sponsored by Vandrake & Halberd Group, where smart investing meets global vision. They invest for you — they’re not a consulting firm. Visit www.vandrakehalberd.global to learn more.

In this laid-back yet thought-provoking episode, I catch up with Erick Bailon — a creative thinker who’s been tinkering with AI tools and keeping a curious eye on the intersections of tech, politics, and finance. Though it's been a while since he’s written on AI, Erick still has a lot to say, and this episode covers everything from speculative ethical questions to real-world concerns like economic equity and political shifts.

This episode is proudly sponsored by The Vandrake & Halberd Group — global analysts in reputation risk, governance, and cross-border finance. You’ll hear more about them in the ad during this episode. Visit www.vandrakehalberd.global to learn more.

It's a casual, unscripted conversation — but one that’ll leave you thinking long after the credits roll.