أفضل بودكاسات Radical Hospitality (2025)

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How to Pull Equity Out of Real Estate Investments 12:57

3d ago12:57

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Discover the power of equity and how to grow your net worth through smart real estate investments. Zeke, from Radical Hospitality, breaks down the key concepts of building equity, managing assets, and understanding liabilities to create long-term wealth. Learn how to store your equity in containers that grow, avoid common financial pitfalls, and ma…

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How We Built $1 Million in Equity from a $7,000 Investment on Our Primary Residence [Actual Numbers] 11:46

6d ago11:46

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In this episode of the Radical Hospitality Podcast, host Zeke Freeman takes you through his family's decade-long journey to transform a modest foreclosure into a thriving real estate portfolio. Learn how a $7,000 initial investment and a lot of hard work turned into $1 million in equity and a sustainable legacy. Zeke shares practical insights, real…

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Turning a 1,000 Year Old Castle into a Profitable Hotel: Michael Stohler's Journey from Pilot to Investor 44:25

17d ago44:25

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In this episode of the Radical Hospitality Show, host Zeke Freeman dives deep into the fascinating journey of Michael Stohler, co-founder of Gateway Private Equity Group. From his beginnings as a Navy veteran and commercial airline pilot to building a thriving career in real estate and hospitality, Mike shares his invaluable lessons learned along t…

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Building Space Hotels: Unique Challenges, Architecture, and Scaling the Business with Tim Alatorre 40:33

24d ago40:33

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Explore the incredible world of space habitation design with Tim Alatorre, CEO of Above Space Development Corporation. In this episode, we dive into the vision of building the first luxury space hotel, the technological innovations making space accessible, and how Tim is turning futuristic ideas into tangible realities. From terrestrial architectur…

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Inside a $29 Million Treehouse Resort Business: Funding, Management, and Bookings (with Ben Wolff) 55:12

1M ago55:12

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In today's episode, I sat down with Ben Wolff, visionary co-founder of Onera and OAC, who has redefined upscale hospitality with unique stays and innovative landscape hotels. Starting in short-term rentals, Ben scaled to managing 200 units before transitioning into groundbreaking projects like Onera Fredericksburg and Wimberley. We explore: How Ben…

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From Aviation to Real Estate Mogul: Rich Somers's Story into Boutique Hotels 31:25

2M ago31:25

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In today's episode, I sat down with Rich Sommers, founder of Sommers Capital and host of The Sommers Report podcast. Rich shares his incredible journey from being an air traffic controller to becoming a leading figure in boutique hotel investments. Along the way, he highlights the power of quick decision-making, building complementary partnerships,…

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Building a $400M Hostel Empire: From Airbnb to Hawaiian Hostels 51:38

2M ago51:38

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After a chance encounter with a real estate agent, Michael Russell and Nathan St Cyr run two of the highest ranked hostels on the Hawaiian islands. After owning multiple Air BNB short-term rentals, they decided to transition into the big leagues - building out a team and infrastructure to scale their currently $30M portfolio in Hawaii a $400M hoste…

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From Attorney to Ski Resort STR's to Historic Boutique Hotel Developer: Devin Visciano's Story 54:25

2M ago54:25

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Today I sat down with Devin Visciano to discuss his background as an attorney, his surprising transition into developing luxury rental homes near ski resorts, to his most recent project building a boutique hotel in Castle Rock, Colorado. He's a fascinating guest to talk to and putting a lot of hard work into his current project - navigating entitle…

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Crafting Stories in Hospitality: Angela Biddle's Design Journey 36:34

2M ago36:34

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In this episode of Radical Hospitality, host Zeke Freeman sits down with Angela Biddle, Principal at FK Australia, and a leader in hospitality and interior design. With over 20 years of experience working on transformative hotel projects across the globe, Angela brings invaluable insights into how storytelling, sustainability, and innovation drive …

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What is the world's LONGEST honeymoon? 40:15

2M ago40:15

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In this episode, I sat down with Mike and Anne Howard, the adventurous couple behind HoneyTrek. Known as "two Americans who realized life is short, the world is big, and the value of travel too great to wait another day," they sold everything 12+ years ago and have since journeyed across 80 countries, immersing themselves in diverse cultures and la…

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Single-Unit Airbnb's Are Failing - Do THIS Instead To Make Money in Real Estate Investing 47:11

3M ago47:11

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I sat down with Blake Dailey, a dynamic figure in the boutique hospitality industry who transitioned from an Air Force officer to a powerhouse in short-term rentals and boutique hotel development. In this episode, Blake shares his journey from his first property investment to building a thriving portfolio of unique hotels, all while navigating the …

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Don't Hire an Architect Unless You Can Answer THIS Question - Peter Twohy Interview 46:20

3M ago46:20

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I sat down to interview Peter Towhy to hear his philosophy in working with clients, the role of the architect in the design process, and how he's using VR to helps clients visualize their final projects. Peter Twohy, Principal of 2e Architects, is an award-winning residential architect who specializes in designing custom homes. Peter’s home designs…

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Using Behavioral Science in Hospitality Design with Callie van der Merwe 34:08

3M ago34:08

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I'm honored to have Callie Van Der Merwe join me on today's podcast to talk about how his firm uses humans hard-wired psychology to design the most efficient and effective spaces - what color temperature should lighting be, how heavy should chairs be, what angle should walls be. His firm always begins their design process by deeply understanding wh…

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5 Creative Strategies for Making Money in Short Term Rentals in 2024 27:06

4M ago27:06

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The 2010's were the Golden Era of STR's and it was easy to make money, but with rising interests rates, new regulations, and competition, making money with STRs is a little harder. Today, I want to present to you five unique strategies and ways to make money in this ever-changing short-term rental market. 00:00 - How I Got Started in Real Estate 05…

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Business & Life Lessons from 500 MILES of Hiking (Colorado Trail) 18:02

5M ago18:02

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Luke Pesce, a local 16 year old adventurer, has accomplished a lot in life. Today, I had the honor of chatting with him about how his journey on the Colorado Trail - an 486 mile trail from Denver to Durango - and what we all can learn from it. 00:00:00 - Why Do The Colorado Trail 00:03:20 - Logistics of the Colorado Trail 00:07:38 - Business Lesson…

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Navigating Entitlements for Glampgrounds 22:58

5M ago22:58

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Today, I sat down with Skyler Moore of Modus Real Estate who's launching Lost Fork - Colorado's newest clamping project just an hour from Denver. We talk his unlikely start in real estate, the challenges of finding and building his new project, and what the market looks like moving forward. Skyler first obtained his real estate license in college w…

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The ONLY Way to Make Your Boutique Hotel Profitable 34:26

6M ago34:26

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Today, I sit down with Shawn, a seasoned investor to, about the importance of creating unique experiences in the hospitality industry, providing exceptional and distinctive experiences, challenges and opportunities in scaling such projects, highlighting the need for strong fundamentals and effective management. From reading real estate books at the…

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Top Hotel Broker Shares SECRETS To Successfully Exiting Your Hospitality Project 39:05

6M ago39:05

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Today, we're joined by Chris Kilcullen to talk about his story in the hospitality industry, capitalizing on experiential travel, and how you can beat the big-name hotel brands. Christopher Kilcullen is an industry veteran with 30 years of experience in the hospitality business. Chris has spent time on both sides of the transaction, as SVP of Acquis…

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Episode 016: Esther Windt 1:25

10M ago1:25

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Episode 016: Esther Windt They're Telling Me Esther Windt is a trans writer who loves writing poems, short stories, and creative nonfiction, and is currently attending Saint Ambrose University. She has her work published in the Half and One magazine, as well as The Atlas 17 and 18, and Quercus Volume 32.…

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Episode 015: Elena Vallejo 2:51

10M ago2:51

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Episode 015: Elena Vallejo Oracion de viaje (A Travel Prayer) Elena Vallejo was born and raised in the Quad Cities and is currently studying Early Childhood Education, Theatre, and Writing at St. Ambrose University. In addition to poetry, Elena writes for the SAU school newspaper, writes for LOVE Girls Magzine, is an editor for SAU’s Quercus, and h…

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Episode 014: Haven O’Brian 4:37

10M ago4:37

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Episode 014: Haven O’Brian Untitled Haven O'Brian is an 11-year-old student at Hopewell Elementary. Haven loves reading and writing and is a passionate musician who enjoys playing the violin, piano, and alto saxophone. When not engaging in musical practice, she dedicates her time to volunteering for various causes she deeply cares about…

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Episode 013: Margie Mejia-Caraballo 3:31

10M ago3:31

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Episode 013: Margie Mejia-Caraballo I Died Waiting in Line Margie is a wife, mother, grandmother, sister and a social activist. Margie enjoys gardening and reading. Margie is very active in her community and sits on numerous boards and committees in both Illinois and Iowa.بقلم David Baker

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Episode 012: Farah Marklevits 1:48

10M ago1:48

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Episode 012: Farah Marklevits Leaf Season Farah Marklevits teaches and tutors at Augustana College in Rock Island, IL and lives with her family in Iowa. Her poems have appeared in Smartish Pace, West Branch, Michigan Quarterly Review, and other spaces.بقلم David Baker

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Episode 011: Olha Huska 3:00

10M ago3:00

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Episode 011: Olha Huska My Mom Drives Strangers to Work Olha Huska is a Junior Music Education Major at St. Ambrose University. Born In Ternopil, Ukraine, Ohla and their family immigrated to the States in November of 2004, and they have lived here ever since. Over the years, Ohla and their family have helped many people immigrate and settle, especi…

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Episode 010: John Hagar 1:20

10M ago1:20

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Episode 010: John Hagar Absent Neighbor John Hagar is the Director of the Galvin Fine Arts Center at St. Ambrose University. He is a writer, visual artist and musician. John believes that cruelty is the worst thing that we do and expanding empathy, through reading and experiencing the arts, is one avenue toward a less cruel world.…

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Episode 009: Philip Goldfarb Styrt 1:12

10M ago1:12

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Episode 009: Philip Goldfarb Styrt Quicquam Philip Goldfarb Styrt lives in Davenport with his wife, two children, and toothless dog. His poetry combines traditional forms of rhyme and meter with modern concepts and concerns, and has appeared in such venues as Quercus, The Eastern Iowa Review, and carte blanche. In the time he is not writing poetry,…

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Episode 008: Faith Foley 0:46

10M ago0:46

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Episode 008: Faith Foley the verdancy of animosity Faith Foley is a current student at St. Ambrose University. Her major is Early Childhood Education; She plans to graduate in 2027. Faith is a published author; she continues to write, along with taking part in other interests such as singing, painting, and hanging out with her pet chickens.…

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Episode 007: Jacob Duncan 2:08

10M ago2:08

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Episode 007: Jacob Duncan You Can’t Stop the Rain, But You Can Buy a Coat Jacob Duncan is a 24-year-old writer from Aledo, Illinois. He recently graduated from Monmouth College in 2022. Currently, he's working at a family-owned business in Burlington, Iowa while writing a novel in his free time. His largest literary inspirations come from magic-rea…

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Episode 006: Claire Dodson 1:19

10M ago1:19

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Episode 006: Claire Dodson safekeep Claire Dodson is a speech language pathologist by trade and a poet by vocation. Both (pre)occupations allow them to work with words and aspire towards cohesive, convivial communities in small ways.بقلم David Baker

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Episode 005: Melissa Conway 2:40

10M ago2:40

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Episode 005: Melissa Conway Like a Good Neighbor Melissa Conway is a lover of landlocked states, gas station slushies, and the drive back home. Melissa's work has been published in “Roads We’ve Taken” from Pearl City Press, “Sundog” from Fruit Salad Co, and more. You can find Melissa playing for the Quad City Rollers or out hiking with their dogs.…

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Episode 004: Ann Boaden 4:19

10M ago4:19

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Episode 004: Ann Boaden Radical Hospitality During Coffee Hour Ann Boaden is professor emerita of English at Augustana College. Her work appears in Another Chicago Magazine, Big Muddy, Blue Unicorn, From SAC, Ginosko, litbreak, The Other Journal, South Dakota Review, Tipton Poetry Journal, Windhover, and many others. Books include Light and Leaven …

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Episode 003: Sophia Best 1:33

10M ago1:33

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Episode 003: Sophia Best The Tree Still Bears Peaches in the Summer Sophia is a current writing student at WIU. In 2023, she won the Iowa Chapbook Prize and published “Pink Bathwater.” She participated in the Midwest Writing Center’s Young Emerging Writers program for three summers and is featured in the 13th, 14th, and 15th editions of the Atlas.…

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Episode 002: Cirissa Bentley 3:12

10M ago3:12

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Episode 002: Cirissa Bentley Under the Influence (The man on TV) Cirissa Bentley lives in the Quad City area with her husband, son, and two cats. She loves music, words, and Batman comics. Her work has been published in Phizzogs and Squash Blossom, college literary magazines with weird names. She hopes to make the world a better place with her writ…

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Episode 001: The Radical Hospitality Project 38:21

10M ago38:21

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The Radical Hospitality Project The Radical Hospitality Project is the product of a partnership between the Midwest Writing Center and The Galvin Fine Arts Center at St Ambrose University. Our project includes an upcoming print publication, a spoken word contest and this podcast all centered around the St. Ambrose College of Arts & Sciences 23-24 a…

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Episode 1 - Jeanne Lyons 49:29

9+ y ago49:29

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Episode 1 - Jeanne Lyons by Todd Whatleyبقلم Todd Whatley

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