Curiosity Class

A 26-year-old cold DM'd Reddit saying "I'll shoot over the video when it's done" - before he'd made it. He closed a Fortune 500 client with a video that didn't exist yet.Jordan Winston is the founder of Not Your Dad's Media, a street interview ad agency that's landed brands like Reddit, sports betting platforms, and CPG companies - all built from scratch in six months with no funding, no co-founder, and a LinkedIn DM strategy most people would be too embarrassed to try.What you'll take away:The exact cold outreach method Jordan used to close Reddit (and why telling someone "it's almost done" before you've started is genius, not dishonest)Why Jordan's biggest lesson after six months of building is "do less" - and the three things that actually move the needleThe case for founder-business fit over status: why Jordan chose to build an agency instead of a product, even though NYC startup culture says that's the wrong callLinks mentioned:Not Your Dad's Media: notyourdadsmedia.comJordan on LinkedIn: Jordan Winston (bio says "street interviews")Jordan on Instagram: @jordanwinston_Follow Curiosity Class:YouTubeSpotifyApple PodcastsLinkedInInterested in sponsoring? [email protected]

Ross Guttler was 21 years old, sitting in an investment banking interview, when he asked himself: "What do I even want this money for?" He pulled out of every interview and moved to Aspen to wait tables. A decade later, making great money in Phoenix real estate, he did it again - walked away right before the big checks would have come. Then he did it a third time.Ross is the founder of House of Blue Lotus, former CEO of The Open Center (NYC's largest urban spiritual center, 450 programs/year, 50-person staff), and co-author of the WELL Building Standard - a healthy-building certification now in 140+ countries. He also studied under Deepak Chopra (whose board he served on) and attended one of Ram Dass's final retreats.What you'll take away:Why the "money trap" gets harder to escape every year - and how watching half his colleagues get divorced in the 2008 crash made Ross leave before it was too lateThe "you-ist you" test: a single question for evaluating whether a relationship or job is right for youHow your home may be actively working against your health - and what Ross learned building a company around fixing itLinks mentioned:House of Blue LotusRoss on Instagram: @rossguttlerFollow Curiosity Class:YouTubeSpotifyApple PodcastsLinkedInInterested in sponsoring? [email protected]

A NYT bestselling author, top podcaster, and touring musician walks into a room and tells you your passion should never pay your bills. Then he explains why that's the best advice you'll hear all year.Abel James hosts a podcast with 100+ million downloads that's hit #1 in Health in 8 countries, wrote a NYT bestselling book, starred as a coach on ABC Television, angel invested in brands like Oura Ring, LMNT, and Thrive Market - and tours as a live musician on top of all of it. He also once followed his doctor's advice for 18 months, gained 30 pounds, ended up on five prescription meds, then did the exact opposite and dropped to single-digit body fat in weeks.What you'll take away:Why deleting the expectation of earning money from your passion actually makes you better at it (and wealthier)The 80/20 of health and longevity - it's not saunas and peptides, it's showing up when you don't want toHow "clarity comes from momentum" rewired the way Abel manages an absurd workload across music, media, health, and investingLinks mentioned:Abel's website: https://abeljames.comAbel's Substack: https://abeljames.substack.comWildRx community & app: https://wildrx.comThe Abel James Show (podcast): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fat-burning-man-show-by-abel-james-future-health-performance/id501575043Abel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abeljams/Abel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abeljamesbascom/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/abeljamesThe Wild Diet (book): https://fatburningman.com/what-is-the-wild-diet/The Musical Brain (book): https://amzn.to/2Lq41P7Follow Curiosity Class:YouTubeSpotify Apple PodcastsLinkedInInterested in sponsoring? [email protected]

A deficiency report told Rich Fettke he "lacks what it takes to succeed." An oncologist told him he had about six months to live. Both were wrong - and the second one accidentally launched an 88,000-member real estate investing company.Rich Fettke is the co-founder of Real Wealth, bestselling author of The Wise Investor, master certified coach, and a guy who went from special education classes to a book deal with Simon & Schuster. He's helped investors acquire nearly 8,000 rental properties - and it all started with a misdiagnosis and his wife's pivot to a radio show about wealth.What you'll take away:Why the worst news of Rich's life became the best thing that ever happened to his family's finances - and how Kathy Fettke turned a cancer scare into the first real estate podcast on iTunesThe "future self" visualization Rich has used with hundreds of coaching clients (and now built as an AI) - and why Jeff cried doing it the morning of this recordingLUFU: the four-letter relationship framework that transformed how Rich communicates with his wife, his kids, and his clients - and why most men get it backwards.Links mentioned:Rich's Future Self guided audio (free): realwealth.com/growThe Wise Investor by Rich Fettke (Amazon)Extreme Success by Rich Fettke (Amazon)Scaling Smart by Rich & Kathy Fettke (Amazon)Brian Johnson's Philosopher's Notes Heroic appGetting to Zero (book on relationships)Follow Curiosity Class:YouTubeSpotifyApple PodcastsLinkedInInterested in sponsoring? [email protected]

After 600 nervous system scans on high performers and billionaires, Ben Lee discovered something unsettling: the most successful people he tested were often the most physiologically broken - despite their saunas, peptide protocols, and breathwork routines. The one person who scanned nearly perfect? A guy who'd lost half his wealth in a divorce and stopped chasing.Ben Lee is the founder of re:center, a wellness residency in Costa Rica that started as a men's retreat, failed, and pivoted into one of the most compelling product-market-fit stories you'll hear - built around high-achieving women who were burning out and willing to do something about it.What you'll take away:Why the most optimized people on paper (billionaires with saunas, peptides, and breathwork coaches) often have the worst nervous system scans - and what the one exception did differentlyHow Ben discovered his real customer wasn't men (who won't talk about wellness) but high-achieving women filling out intake forms at 10 PM on a Tuesday - and why the speed of their responses was the most important data pointWhat a "high-functioning rehab center" actually looks like: 7-to-21-day personalized residencies built around your cycle, your nervous system, and your actual life - not a rigid retreat that takes your phone awayLinks mentioned:re:center: https://www.recenterlife.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recenterlife/Follow Curiosity Class:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CuriosityClass1Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/7B5EEc3jGs8t9dbDIEW8hD?si=ab1e2920dd484cb0Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/curiosity-class/id1753587331LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-albaum-pe-21288b142/Interested in sponsoring? [email protected]

A former Weyerhaeuser executive told Josh Dorfman his company would never matter. Now the largest homebuilder in America just ordered 10 million of his panels — made from grass, not trees.Josh Dorfman is the founder and CMO of Plantd, a building materials company using perennial grass that grows 10x faster than trees to make structural panels for homes. He's also the creator of The Lazy Environmentalist (Sirius Radio show, two books, a Sundance Channel TV series) and host of the Supercool podcast.What you'll take away:Why the material your house is built from is literally "the most crappy thing that meets code" - and what replaces itHow a SpaceX life-support engineer, a Craigslist treadmill, and a pickle barrel became the origin story of a climate tech companyThe reframe that changed Josh's entire career: selling environmental solutions by never talking about the environment🔗 Links mentioned:Plantd: https://plantdmaterials.comSupercool podcast: https://getsuper.coolBook: Codename Helene (historical fiction / leadership)📬 Follow Curiosity Class:YouTubeSpotifyApple PodcastsLinkedInInterested in sponsoring? [email protected]

A nutritional therapist tells his clients to stand in a mirror and say "I love you" ten times. Most of them can't do it. That's when the real coaching starts - because if you can't love yourself, no macro plan or fitness routine is going to stick.Justin Nault is a certified nutritional therapist, entrepreneur, and content creator with nearly a million followers. He built his first supplement company from a baby formula he made in his kitchen for his niece who was given three years to live — after a Vanderbilt neurologist admitted he'd never thought to check the ingredients in her formula.What you'll take away:Why "trauma-based ambition" keeps the goalpost moving no matter how much you achieve - and how to tell if yours is healthy or notThe reason 75% of the American food system qualifies as metabolic toxins, and what Justin eats instead (it's simpler than you think)How unconditional self-love is the actual foundation of lasting health changes - and why the mirror test reveals more than any blood panelChapters:00:00 Cold open00:01 Justin's background - from fat kid to body dysmorphia03:13 Savannah - his niece's terminal diagnosis and the formula that changed everything09:38 How Savannah is doing today10:37 From music career to content creator16:43 Self-love as the real foundation of health change19:01 The mirror work exercise that breaks people21:20 Trauma-based ambition vs. healthy ambition26:41 Shadow work, the mirror method, and non-duality33:00 People pleasing as anti-self-love38:40 Energy - interpersonal and metabolic43:22 What metabolism actually is and what Justin eats52:21 Justin's daily routine - sunrise, 20-minute workouts55:28 Nault Systems - Justin's AI operations company🔗 Links mentioned:- In Search of the Perfect Human Diet (documentary)- The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk- Clovis Nutrition: clovisnutrition.com- MedChoice supplements (Amazon)- Nault Systems (AI operations)- Justin on Instagram: @justinnaultofficial📬 Follow Curiosity Class:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CuriosityClass1Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/7B5EEc3jGs8t9dbDIEW8hD?si=ab1e2920dd484cb0Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/curiosity-class/id1753587331LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-albaum-pe-21288b142/Interested in sponsoring? [email protected]

Freddy Brick's job is to find the companies that are lying to investors - and then bet against them before the truth comes out.Freddy is a partner at Muddy Waters, one of the most well-known activist short-selling firms in the world. They've exposed frauds across Asia, Europe, and the US, including companies that turned out to have Russian intelligence connections.What you'll take away:Why the companies most likely to be frauds are often #5-25 in a hot industry - and how to spot the patternThe difference between a melting ice cube and an actual fraud, and why shorting frauds is paradoxically one of the hardest ways to make moneyHow Freddy went from complete AI skeptic to daily Claude user in under 3 months - and what that tells us about the next wave of white-collar disruptionBooks mentioned:Fatal Risk by Roddy BoydThe Big Short by Michael LewisGreatest Trade Ever by Greg Zuckman 📬 Follow Curiosity Class:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CuriosityClass1LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-albaum-pe-21288b142/Interested in sponsoring? [email protected]

Ben Hindman spent a decade building Splash, a venture-backed event marketing software that powered events for Salesforce, Facebook, Amazon, and Spotify. He sold it to Cvent/Blackstone last year. Now he's selling lollipops.This is the story of why a successful software founder walked away from bits and is building with atoms - starting with the world's first functional candy: Le Lick.What you'll take away:- Why the move from software to CPG is a "full 180-degree flip" - and why 45-day iteration cycles change everything about how you build- The shadow side of being an "empath CEO": when people - pleasing quietly becomes bad leadership, and how Ben's wife became his sharpest advisor- A counter-intuitive lesson: 60% of people don't like cherry, 25% don't like honey, 50% don't like coconut - and why building a product means accepting that "your purple is not my purple"- How a self-described dyslexic/ADD learner built three regularly-scheduled book clubs to hack his own brain- Why Ben thinks momentum - not strategy, not product - is the single most important thing a founder hasChapters:00:00 Cold open - "I am a recovering tech CEO"00:30 Splash: from event planner to software CEO, and what it looked like at its peak04:50 Selling to Cvent/Blackstone - and why the sale was actually a relief06:20 Treating business like a full-body art project (blessing and curse)09:55 Introducing Le Lick: the world's first functional candy12:45 The flavors - and what they taught Ben about taste buds17:40 The CPG reality check: $11K in sticks from China and 45-day iteration cycles21:50 Building the team: equity, no cliff, and hiring for mission23:50 Momentum as a superpower ("I call it Benergy")27:20 The shadow side of being an empath CEO28:45 Why his wife is his best advisor - and why it took until 38 to learn30:00 The hack: making your life and your work indistinguishable32:00 Fatherhood lessons (from someone who didn't want kids)34:30 A learning system for a brain that hates reading36:15 What Ben's changed his mind about recently🔗 Links:- Le Lick: https://enjoylelick.com- Ben on Instagram: @bennydotevents- Le Lick on Instagram: @enjoylelick📬 Follow Curiosity Class:YouTubeSpotifyApple PodcastsInterested in sponsoring Curiosity Class? [email protected]

In this solo episode, I break down some of my biggest takeaways from Runnin’ Down a Dream by Bill Gurley.I’ve always loved reading, and I really believe books are one of the highest-leverage things you can invest in. You’re basically getting decades of someone’s thinking for the price of a book.I share a story from the book that really stuck with me, along with one of the core ideas: instead of trying to “find your passion,” just follow your curiosity.If you’re thinking about your career, feeling a bit stuck, or just want to hear a different way to think about it - I think you’ll enjoy this one.💡 What You’ll Learn:Why books are one of the most asymmetric bets you can makeThe mindset shift from “find your passion” → “follow your curiosity”A powerful perspective on time, life, and doing work you actually enjoy📚 Honorable Mentions:How small daily habits (like reading) compound over timeBrandon Turner on books being an amazing investmentTim Ferriss on always having a “budget for books”Link to buy the book

Adi Neumann brings a perspective shaped by years in entrepreneurship and two decades of Kabbalah study.She offers a space where this mystical wisdom becomes a living guide for inner clarity, ethical strength, and spiritual growth. Her work is grounded in sustained learning, a deep personal practice, and a lifelong search for knowledge within as without.

I built something I’ve wanted for a long time… and in this video, I’m finally unveiling it.Introducing Renovate Hub - a tool designed to make managing renovation projects, properties, and finances actually simple.In this solo episode, I walk through:Why I decided to build this in the first placeThe problems I kept running into with existing toolsA full demo of Renovate Hub in actionWhat’s working, what’s not, and what’s coming nextThis is the early version - but it’s real, it’s live, and it’s already changing how I manage my projects.If you’re into real estate, building products, or just curious what it looks like to create something from scratch… this one’s for you.Let me know what you think - and if this is something you’d actually use.👇 Try Renovate Hubwww.renovatehub.co

In this week's episode of Curiosity Class, I sit down with Max Sacher, a PhD candidate in Finance at UT Austin McCombs School of Business, to talk about how economies actually work. We dive into growth, GDP, private credit, private equity, national debt, healthcare, taxes, and why some countries seem to create a better quality of life than others. Max does an awesome job breaking down big economic ideas in a way that’s thoughtful, practical, and easy to understand.

Dusty Breeding is a financial coach and founder of the Skull and Bones Society, a financial coaching practice that helps clients build integrated wealth. He works with people from all walks of life to clarify their vision for the future and develop financial plans that support a meaningful and values-driven life.

In this episode, I share my experiment of trying to get 1% better at podcasting every single week.No shortcuts. No viral hacks. Just small improvements that compound over time.We talk about why focusing on inputs instead of outcomes can change everything, and how tiny, consistent habits can quietly build serious momentum.If you're building something - a podcast, a business, or even just a better version of yourself - this episode is a reminder:You don’t need massive breakthroughs.You just need to get 1% better.

In Jackie's own words - "I do cool things with podcasts". Check her out on LinkedIn or follow Lower Street for awesome podcasting tips!

In this episode, Morgan Ehrenzeller shares his journey from a young entrepreneur to a successful real estate investor. He discusses his early ventures in software development and cryptocurrency, leading to his transition into real estate. Morgan explains the BRRRR strategy and creative financing techniques that have helped him build a substantial portfolio. He emphasizes the importance of mentorship, continuous learning, and surrounding oneself with the right people to achieve success.

Join Heather Amalaha, Studio Principle at Showhomes Premier Design Studio, as she shares her secrets to transforming spaces into buyer magnets. Discover how strategic staging and smart design principles can boost your home's appeal and value. Heather reveals her process for selecting the perfect furniture and decor to make any room feel luxurious and inviting.Learn about key design principles like balance, scale, and flow, and get practical tips on using mirrors and lighting to enhance natural light. Whether you're selling your home or just want to refresh your space, this episode offers valuable insights and trends for 2026.Perfect for homeowners, real estate agents, or design enthusiasts, Heather's expert advice will help you stage your home like a pro. Don't miss out on these tips to make your home stand out and sell faster.

Most entrepreneurs struggle to build real community - Alice Huang reveals how she turned her passion for connecting people into a thriving network in Austin. Discover the surprising mindset shifts, practical strategies, and unique frameworks behind her success, from humble beginnings in Montreal to becoming a master connector in Texas.You'll learn:How listening to the right podcasts ignited Alice’s journey into community building and real estateThe eight-step system she published to help others create meaningful, in-person connectionsThe pivotal role martial arts played in breaking her fixed mindset and teaching persistenceThe behind-the-scenes story of co-founding 2H Homes remotely during a global pandemicPractical tips for becoming a "super connector" and curating IRL events that truly matterIf you're tired of virtual networking and craving genuine relationships, this episode shows you how to become the hub in your community - without burnout. Perfect for entrepreneurs, remote workers, or anyone eager to unlock the power of authentic human connection in a digital age.Alice Huang is a real estate developer, community builder, and podcast enthusiast based in Austin. Her unique blend of entrepreneurial grit and curiosity-driven mindset makes her an inspiring guide for anyone looking to expand their influence and deepen relationships.Tune in to discover the mindset, tactics, and stories that can transform your approach to connection and growth. Ready to become the ultimate networker? Hit play now.

Phil Drolet is an endurance athlete, coach, and creator of The Golden Path, a practice-based approach to real transformation. He blends elite performance, spiritual clarity, and everyday discipline to help people turn insight into lived mastery. Phil’s work is about embodiment over theory, presence over hustle, and learning to play the game of life with strength, joy, and precision.

JP Newman is the CEO of Thrive FP, a real estate private equity firm, and the founder of Fulfillionaire, a growing movement dedicated to helping high achieving business leads and entrepreneurs feel safe, confident, and intentional with their money while building lives they genuinely love.Through a blend of practical financial frameworks and deep mindset work, Fulfillionaire reframes wealth as more than accumulation. The work focuses on creating emotional safety around money, expanding time freedom, strengthening relationships, and aligning financial decisions with personal values and purpose.With over a two decades of experience across multifamily, private credit, and workforce housing, JP brings a grounded, real-world perspective to conversations about wealth, leadership, and long-term fulfillment. His approach bridges disciplined capital strategy with the inner work required to sustain clarity, resilience, and meaning over time.JP also hosts the Fulfillionaire podcast, where he explores conscious wealth creation, the psychology of money, and what it truly means to live a well-lived life.Connect with JP Website: https://fulfillionaire.com Thrive FP: https://thrivefp.com Podcast: The Fulfillionaire Podcast (Apple, Spotify, YouTube) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jpnewman IG: @jpnewman_

In this New Year's edition of Curiosity Class, Jeff Albaum shares a powerful parable about time management and prioritization. As we step into 2026, Jeff reflects on the importance of putting life's "big rocks" first - those high-priority elements like family, health, and happiness. Through the metaphor of a jar filled with rocks, pebbles, and sand, Jeff offers insights on how to balance life's demands and make room for what truly matters. Tune in for a motivational kick to stick with your resolutions and design a life that aligns with your core values.

Jeffrey Donis is a real estate investor, multifamily operator, and syndicator. Alongside his two brothers, Jeffrey began investing in single-family homes, building a portfolio of cash-flowing rentals and a six-figure real estate business.Today, the Donis Brothers are owners and operators across 5 different multifamily projects in North Carolina. Collectively, they have completed 20+ residential flips and raised over $10 million in investor capital.Jeffrey leads capital raising and investor relations at Donis Investment Group, where his focus is building strong investor partnerships and helping others achieve their financial goals through apartment investing.The Donis Brothers are also the hosts of the Real Estate Monopoly Podcast, where they interview top investors who are actively dominating the real estate industry.

Maximilian (Max) Glodde, CFA, is the CEO and co-founder of MEO Continuity, a technology company helping enterprises strengthen business continuity and operational resilience. He is passionate about making complex challenges simple and intuitive and has worked with many large organizations to design continuity strategies that are both practical and effective.Before founding MEO, Max worked in financial services and commercial property insurance as a risk consultant, advising global organizations on how to assess, manage, and prepare for disruption. His background as a Chartered Financial Analyst gives him a unique perspective on the financial and operational dimensions of resilience, an approach that continues to guide MEO’s platform and client partnerships.At MEO, Max leads the company’s vision of combining technology and usability to give clients more control over their resilience planning. Under his leadership, the company has developed partnerships with global firms and supported enterprises across industries including manufacturing, retail, and healthcare.

JJ King is a hospitality and technology professional focused on streamlining operations in the vacation rental industry. He is the co-founder of Beachside Vacation Rentals, a modern hospitality company that currently manages over 300 units on Florida’s Space Coast. With a background in proptech - having built and sold a company that helped property managers grow their inventory - JJ now uses technology to improve efficiency and enhance the experience for both guests and property owners. He also serves on a number of advisory boards for travel and vacation rental startups, helping to shape the future of the industry.

Ben Kogut is the CEO of Rooster Equity Partners, where he helps accredited investors achieve financial freedom through stress-free investments in high-performing, NNN-leased commercial properties.Check out their website at: https://roosterequity.com/To connect with Ben, check out his LinkedIn at: www.linkedin.com/in/benkogut/

Andrew Davis is the founder of Equity Check and Partner in the private investing community Fully Funded. Andrew believes financial freedom is simple - your investment income should exceed your expenses - but the path there has been over-complicated by an industry designed to enrich sponsors first and investors second.

One of the Internet’s spiciest debates: Should you buy or rent your home?In this episode, we break down both sides.On the Buy side: equity, long-term wealth building, and the pride of ownership.On the Rent side: flexibility, optionality, and often a lower monthly cost.So… who’s right? Who wins? And how should you actually think about this decision?Tune in to find out.

Jack Zoppa is the CEO of Haven Vacation Rentals and the Co-Founder of Tendwell Cleaning Co. He's a short term rental (STR) entrepreneur who is on the cutting edge of hospitality in the Smoky Mountains.

Links to what was discussed:Podcast microphoneRiverside

Follow on Episode to #20 - How to Analyze a Rental Property where we dive deeper on what levers to pull to see if you want the deal!

Entrepreneur, investor, and optimist, Michael Dreger joins the show for a discussion about AI and the future. Michael is currently is the CEO of Maidin, a chatbot made to make influence accessible. Search & analyze across Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube to find content that works and replicate in your own creations. Or, you can chat to make professional designs in any aspect ratio, all editable in a drag and drop editor. At the end of the day, Maidin is built to learn your voice and analyzes viral content to help you create influence. For listeners of the show, you can use code JEFF for $7 off any subscription.

Moriel Levy is the owner of Juniper Babyproofing, an Austin-based company helping families make their homes safer for little ones. She is a chemical engineer and a mom of a two-year-old. She brings both personal experience and childproofing knowledge to relate to her clients and help them find the right safety solutions for their homes. 

Join us for an episode on how to analyze a rental property –spreadsheet nerds – this one’s for you!

Join us for an episode where I interview…..AI? Let’s see what happens!

In this first solo episode of Curiosity Class, I share my playbook for investing in real estate remotely. From building trust with local teams to analyzing deals without ever stepping footon-site, this episode breaks down what it really takes to succeed as a distance investor.

Alexa Pinsky is a University of Florida graduate with a Bachelor's in Food Science, a minor in Packaging, and a Master’s of Science in Business Management. She’s spent the past 9 years at The Hain Celestial Group, where she recently stepped into the role of Senior Manager of Contract Manufacturing.Outside of work, Alexa is a passionate chef and food explorer, sharing her delicious creations on TikTok or Instagram at @whatalexamade. Give her a follow to see what she’s cooking up next - or reach out on LinkedIn to connect!

Gil Hetsroni is a licensed Professional Engineer with over five years of experience in structural engineering, specializing in high-end single-family residential projects. He currently serves as a Project Engineer at Labib Funk & Associates, where he contributes to the design and coordination of custom homes that balance architectural ambition with structural integrity.His academic foundation includes a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and an M.S. in Structural Engineering from California State University, Northridge. He takes pride in delivering thoughtful, code-compliant designs that meet both aesthetic and performance goals, and enjoys collaborating closely with architects, contractors, and clients to bring complex projects to life. Follow him on LinkedIn to get in touch!

Kevin Bupp is a seasoned commercial real estate investor,top podcast host, and author of The Cashflow Investor, with over $1B in real estate transactions under his belt. On his podcast, “Real Estate Investing for Cash Flow,” he shares his 20+ years of experience, guiding millions of listeners on how to find and invest profitably in commercial real estate. Based on his decades of personal experience, supported by well-documented housing and demographic trends, Kevin has identified Mobile Home Parks and Parking Lots as the top commercial real estate investments in the current market.Increasingly known for his highly-regarded private equity firm, Sunrise Capital Investors, Kevin leads the firm’s vision of providing financial and time freedom to passive investors via access to real estate funds managed by Sunrise. These funds put Kevin’s commitment to mobile home park and parking facilities into practice through their focus on acquiring and managing these asset types.Beyond real estate investing, Kevin gives back to the community with the “72 Hours to Key West 280 Mile Bike Ride,” a charity event that has provided meals to tens of thousands of families in need during the holidays.

Rabbi Mendy Levertov is the Rabbi of Chabad of Downtown& Young Jewish Professionals of Austin. Rabbi Mendy is an Austin native – and has found his calling being a mentor and role model for all the young Jewish professionals in Austin. Mendy, along with his amazing wife and 7 children – live out their values on a daily basis.  What started off as a conversation meant to explain Judaism as if I was a 3rd grader quickly delved into the topics of mysticism, the Universe, and how he knows G-d exists.

Andrew Keel is the owner of Keel Team, LLC, a Top 50 Owner of Manufactured Housing Communities with over 3,000 lots under management. His team currently manages over 40 manufactured housing communities across more than 10 states. His expertise is in turning around under-managed manufactured housing communities by utilizing proven systems to maximize the occupancy while reducing operating costs. He specializes in bringing in homes to fill vacant lots, implementing utility bill back programs, and improving overall management and operating efficiencies, all of which significantly boost the asset value and net operating income of the communities. Check out KeelTeam.com to learn more.  Andrew has been featured on some of the Top Podcasts in the manufactured housing space, click here to listen to his most recent interviews:  https://www.keelteam.com/podcast-links. In order to successfully implement his management strategy, Andrew’s team usually moves on location during the first several months of ownership. Find out more about Andrew’s story at AndrewKeel.com.

Matt Weiss is a force to be reckoned with. He’s a graduate of the Wharton School, a Marine Corps Veteran, author of the book “We Don’t Want You ,Uncle Sam”, and the COO and Co Founder of Circuit, an enterprise AI company based in Austin TX. We talk about Matt’s story, how he decided to join the US Marine Corps, and his journey into the amazing and sometimes scary world of startups. Connect with Matt on LinkedIn at: Matt Weiss Check out his book on Amazon: We Don't Want YOU, Uncle Sam Check out Circuit at: Circuit.ai

Dovid Azerad is a Transformation Architect who helps high-achievers break through limiting patterns and escape the Stall Cycle to achieve elite performance. Drawing from his own experiences of feeling disillusioned and stuck, Dovid created the EPI Framework (Elite Performance Integration) to guide others on a transformative path to growth and sustained success. The EPI Framework is a proprietary coaching approach inspired by therapeutic practices and strategic business principles. This unique method empowers entrepreneurs, executives, and professionals to understand their inner dynamics, disrupt unhelpful cycles, and align their actions with their core values and highest goals. Dovid’s coaching is highly personalized, focusing on deep strategy, emotional intelligence, and radical self-awareness, while continuously learning, adapting, and evolving. Through his guidance, clients learn to gain clarity, build resilience, and take purposeful steps forward. The EPI Framework helps them break free from the Stall Cycle and access their true potential, moving from feeling stuck to leading with intention and impact. With a background in leadership and education, Dovid has extensive experience in managing teams and implementing transformational initiatives. His coaching practice is rooted in the belief that combining empathy with strategic insight is key to achieving meaningful, lasting change. He supports clients in reaching not just their immediate goals but in fundamentally transforming how they see themselves and their capabilities. Dovid believes every person’s journey to success is unique. His mission is to help clients discover their path, disrupt negative patterns, and provide the tools they need to create lasting, transcendent change in their lives and careers.   Connect on LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/dovidazerad Learn more: NextArc.coContact Dovid: [email protected]

In this episode of Curiosity Class, join us as we sit down with Amit Kadosh, Founder and CEO of Èncourse (recently acquired in December '23), to explore the world of Go-to-Market strategies and business development. With over eight years of experience founding and leading companies across the food, retail, and fintech sectors, Amit shares insights on how to navigate the consumer, SMB, and large enterprise landscapes. As an alumnus of Meta's B2C Growth Accelerator and AWS Loft Accelerator, Amit has a unique perspective on scaling businesses, and he’s now giving back as a mentor and lecturer at prestigious institutions like NYU and The Technion. Tune in to hear his story of perseverance, persistence, and how he’s guided multiple startups to success.

Join us as we sit down with Jesse Lavine, a remarkable individual who’s defying the odds. As a team member at Levels and someone living with Type 1 diabetes, Jesse shares his inspiring journey of biking across America, highlighting the resilience, determination, and mindset needed to tackle such an incredible feat. We dive deep into Jesse’s experiences managing his health, the role technology plays in his daily life, and his insights on maintaining a high-performance lifestyle. Whether you’re curious about the future of health tech, fascinated by endurance sports, or looking for inspiration to push your limits, this episode has something for everyone. Tune in to hear Jesse’s story of grit, innovation, and the pursuit of peak performance! Links to Things we discussed (In no particular order): Levels Bike Beyond College Diabetes Network American Diabetes Association Breakthrough T1D (Formerly Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) Beyond Type 1

Join Yehuda Tenenbaum, a professional pilot and certified flight instructor from a prestigious flight school in Florida, as he breaks down everything you need to know about airplanes. With a lifelong passion for aviation, Yehuda offers expert insights and engaging stories from the cockpit.   Follow Yehuda on Instagram @yudat1 and connect with him on LinkedIn. Whether you're interested in taking flight lessons or chartering a private flight, Yehuda is your go-to expert in the aviation world!

Retired Lieutenant Colonel Oakland McCulloch is an internationally recognized keynote speaker and the author of the 2021 release, “Your Leadership Legacy: Becoming the Leader You Were Meant to Be”. Both his leadership talk, and his book are based on his 40+ years of leadership experience in combat, peacekeeping operations, disaster relief operations and in the board room. Oak highlights principles that will benefit today’s leaders and inspire the leaders of tomorrow, in any profession and at any level of leadership.

Amanda Larson is the founder of AMAX Equity, a real estate private equity company with a mission to empower busy professionals by helping them build multiple streams of income by investing in apartments. With more than 15 years of experience in engineering and construction, Amanda brings a solid foundation in project management, engineering, and an MBA to her real estate investments. With a significant portion of her career spent working abroad for multi- national engineering and construction companies, she has honed her skills in leading projects and teams towards a common goal.

Join us for an insightful episode as we sit down with William Ray, a seasoned expert with over 20 years of experience in the banking industry. Specializing in commercial banking and business lending, William shares his extensive knowledge to help you understand the complex world of finance. We'll explore everything from the true nature of interest rates to the role of the Federal Reserve and much more. Whether you're a financial novice or a seasoned pro, this episode promises to deepen your understanding of the financial landscape.

Yonah Weiss is a powerhouse - a loving husband and father, podcast host of the #WeissAdvicePodcast, a cost segregation expert, a real estate investor, and an educator. Yonah is one of the most down to earth and humble people that I've ever met, and is consistently so generous with both his time and his knowledge. Check out Yonah's website for more info on him at ⁠https://www.yonahweiss.com/⁠ #WeissAdvice #CostSegKing