In this episode, we break down a high-stakes market moment from Friday, February 6th, that served as a masterclass in both financial conviction and personal philosophy. We dive into the "Intellectual Mentorship Loop" between seasoned investor Anthony Evans and his nephew John Black, a relationship that transformed a traditional investment mindset into a cutting-edge strategy.

Inside this episode:

• The MSTR Masterclass: How Anthony Evans ignored the "freefall" panic and used years of preparation to catch the absolute bottom of a violent market drop in MicroStrategy (MSTR) and Bitcoin.

• The Physics of Success: Exploring the "Friction Coefficient"—the life-altering gap between deciding to act and actually pulling the trigger.

• The Undivided Self: Why successful people act with uncommon force by becoming a "Synchronized Self"—where the person who knows and the person who acts are one and the same.

• Alpha vs. Beta: Why the ultimate portfolio requires both the "rocket ship" potential of Bitcoin and the foundational stability of VOO and QQQ.

Every moment spent hesitating is a moment of self-betrayal. Stop waiting for the "perfect" time or the start of a new week. Audit your gaps, close the distance, and start building your extraordinary life today.

Key Tickers Discussed: $MSTR, $BTC, $VOO, $QQQ

What if the system doesn’t defend itself through laws… but through us?

This episode explores what I call The Agent Smith Effect — the phenomenon where people defend the very social constructs that limit their power.

From cultural narratives to relationship dynamics, from media symbolism to economic misdirection, I break down how internalized beliefs sustain division — and how division quietly destroys wealth.

When Black men and Black women compete instead of co-create, compounding slows.
When status replaces structure, capital leaks.
When alignment breaks, legacy weakens.

This isn’t about blame.

It’s about awareness.

The Matrix was never just a movie — it was a metaphor. And the real red pill isn’t outrage. It’s ownership.

Division kills compounding.
Alignment builds wealth.

The question is:
Are you defending the system… or are you unplugging from it?

Anthony

Owen was born in Iowa, influenced by Chicago and currently living in Washington, DC. Owen Piper is a seasoned creative. Originally starting as a DJ and Producer at local events and clubs, Owen always sought ways to insert himself into bigger, more influential circles within the music industry. The hunger for growth led Owen to assume the role photographer as a way to network. As photography developed from a new passion into a business, in just 6 months his creative skill and knack for networking took him from shooting at hole-in-the-wall venues around Chicago to shooting for chart-topping artists at the nations biggest events. Upon moving to Washington, D.C. in the summer of 2018, Owen dove right into the local scene, linking up with artists like Beau Young Prince and MVSS, and quickly becoming friends and allies with the movers and shakers in the District Maryland Virginia(DMV).

2019 marks the beginning of ACOMPOSED, the purpose of which is to work alongside creators, dreamers, their teams to provide original, inspiring, and eye-catching content. Owen's high project turn around speed, ability to improvise, and ability to produce quality content on a moments notice has given him a positive reputation amongst his clients. Under ACOMPOSED Owen has produced music videos, concert recaps, album artwork, managed artists, presented concerts, run socials for various clients and designed endless all purpose graphics. 2019 is open to all clients to work with ACOMPOSED in order to make their vision a reality.

ACOMPOSED was formulated under Owen Piper's main practice, concert photography. The prefix, "A" means "not" or "atypical", and AC's goal is to capture artists at their most memorable moments to create iconic images, all without the help of composure. After experiencing significant growth as a business during 2018, ACOMPOSED expanded as a brand, aiding in marketing, management, and content creation. Under the expansion of the brand came partnerships with internet storefronts as creative director and graphic designer, content creation for local restaurants, and photography/videography for top tier artists and festivals. This year, ACOMPOSED is working with up and coming artists to publicize, book, and bring their names to masses through consistent artistry and branding. 2019 will see the first of many events held by ACOMPOSED, the groundwork has already been laid for upcoming shows, keep an eye out for more information.

To learn more about Owen and his business, follow these accounts:

Owen’s Personal Instagram: @opwired

Acomposed Business Instagram: @acomposed

Acomposed Website: www.acomposed.com