Best Coloradosprings Podcasts (2025)

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Why Chat GPT Is the WORST Thing That Ever Happened to Real Estate Investors 12:21

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In this episode of the Real Estate Education Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson dive into a critical warning for real estate investors: AI is dangerously unreliable for investment advice. James shares his experiment testing ChatGPT's Colorado Airbnb market knowledge, revealing that over 50% of recommendations were completely illegal—including…

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449 Is Pikes Peak Summit House the highest? Fall colors, Hiking in WY, more 34:18

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On the week's podcast, Wild Westendorf returns and talks about his recent hikes in Wyoming's Snowy mountains and the far northern reaches of Colorado. Bob and Kevin talk about cuts that are affecting Colorado Springs Parks and how El Paso County's budget is looking for 2026. Also, an update from the recent Pikes Peak podcast that answers the questi…

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Spencer Sutton from Evernest Discusses Accidental Landlord Mistakes & The Appreciation vs. Cash Flow Reality Check 25:27

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Accidental Landlords, Cash Flow Myths & Why Some Money is Better Than No Money Erin sits down with Spencer Sutton from Evernest (20,000+ properties) to tackle accidental landlords forced into renting due to selling difficulties. They cover overpricing pitfalls, tenant screening mistakes, and why cash flow obsessions often miss the bigger picture of…

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Pet Fees That Actually Work & Colorado's New Walkthrough Rules Every Landlord Must Know 17:10

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In this episode, Erin and James tackle what's a fair pet fee for STR/MTR properties, reveal shocking occupancy data that'll make you rethink your pet policy, and break down Colorado's new tenant walkthrough requirements. Plus, a cultural take on parenting regrets and how honest conversations break taboos in both family planning and real estate. 🐕 P…

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143: Clearing the Air about Nuclear - Exploring the Pros and Cons of Nuclear Energy 52:23

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We begin to unravel one of the most complex and timely topics in the global energy landscape. Whether you’re a student, a policy maker, a professional in the energy sector, or simply an engaged global citizen, this episode promises to broaden your horizons and foster informed dialogue. As countries strive to decarbonize their energy sectors, the de…

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The #1 Reason Millennials Buy Homes & Are Americans Going Off-Grid? 20:55

26d ago20:55

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The Real #1 Reason Millennials Buy Homes (It's Not Marriage or Kids) & Are Americans Going Off-Grid? In this episode of the Real Estate Education Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson kick off with a spirited debate about tennis's controversial underhand serve before diving into surprising homebuying data that puts pets above marriage and kids a…

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448 Managing Recreation on 14,115ft Pikes Peak 1:00:33

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On this week's podcast, Bob talks with Skyler Rorabaugh, the manager of Pikes Peak - America's Mountain. While the mountain is owned by the U.S. Forest Service, the Pikes Peak Highway and amenities from the bottom to the 14,115' summit are operated by the City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department as an enterprise, …

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The Four Things Every Accidental Landlord Must Know & Three Lease Clauses That Actually Matter 29:55

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The Four Things Every Accidental Landlord Must Know & Three Lease Clauses That Actually Matter In this episode of the Real Estate Education Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson return from Mexico City with fresh perspectives on accidental landlording—those who never planned to become property managers but find themselves with rentals due to mov…

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The Midterm Rental Trend We Hate Most & Why Family Money for Home Buying Is Actually Good 18:22

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In this episode of the Real Estate Education Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson start with a deep dive into "canon events"—those formative moments that shape us—before tackling two controversial takes: why skipping deposits in midterm rentals is dangerous, and why young buyers using family money isn't something to be ashamed of. They get real…

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447 One Mans Experience on Mt Everest During Earthquake 1:02:04

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In a first time event, we replay podcast episode #48 from June, 2017, in which local adventurer Jerry Rhodes tells his story of being on Mt Everest during the Nepal earthquake of 2015. This replay coincides with the new Netflix documentary "Aftershock: Everest and the Nepal Earthquake" which also tells the story of the same event through the eyes o…

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Who to Trust for Real Estate Advice & Why Housing Costs Are Killing Birth Rates 21:06

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In this episode of the Real Estate Education Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson kick off with a fun "propaganda we're not falling for" segment before diving into serious territory: why young buyers are ditching traditional real estate professionals for YouTube and AI, and how housing affordability is literally reshaping America's future famil…

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142: Water Crisis 1:01:24

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Why is water such a hot-button issue in Colorado right now? Host/producer Ally Richardson dives into the heart of local water challenges with Dave Gardner, Mark Robinson, and Mike Callicrate. From policy to permaculture, they explore innovative solutions that could shape the future of our region’s most precious resource. In the conversation today: …

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Record Home Delistings and STR Recovery: What the Data Really Means 19:46

2M ago19:46

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AirDNA's 2025 Mid-Year Report: Why Market Predictions Come With a Big Asterisk. On this episode of the Real Estate Education Podcast, Erin and James dive into AirDNA's mid-year STR market report, which shows steady recovery from the 2023 Airbnb bust with occupancy rates projected to hit just below 56% in 2026—above pre-pandemic averages. While the …

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446 Too many opinions that no one wants 53:32

2M ago53:32

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On this week's podcast, Wild Westendorf returns and joins Bob for a varied and lively conversation. They discuss a case out of Wyoming regarding publicly owned land intermingled with private land in a checkerboard layout, and how the private landowner, who has lost previous court decisions, is now asking the US Supreme Court to forbid the public fr…

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From Tax Breaks to Bitcoin: Policy Changes Every Real Estate Investor Should Know 20:54

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On this episode of the Real Estate Education Podcast, Erin and James break down the return of 100% bonus depreciation for short-term rental investors, now made permanent under the new tax bill. They explain how this powerful tax strategy—often called the "STR loophole"—allows qualifying investors to accelerate depreciation deductions and offset the…

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What Real Estate Can Teach You About Marriage (and Vice Versa) 39:20

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On this special episode of the Real Estate Education Podcast, Erin and James celebrate their ten-year wedding anniversary by exploring the surprising parallels between successful relationships and smart real estate investing. Drawing from their decade of marriage and years of property investment experience, they break down six key principles that g…

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445 COS Parks Master Plan with Director Britt Haley 50:40

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On this Bonus Episode for July, Bob talks with Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department Director Britt Haley about the 2025 department-wide Master Plan process. It's been almost 12 years since the last department-wide master plan, and Haley talks about what has been accomplished since the last master plan, how the city ha…

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141: Vermijo Community Garden 50:06

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Stuck on how to grow food in our region of Southern Colorado? Don’t know where to start? Feeling overwhelmed? Or shoot, do you just want to pick good local food up? Peak Environment Cohost Ally Richardson joins Kristie Taylor at Vermijo Community Garden to talk about how the garden is transforming more than just the landscape. It’s sparking a movem…

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444 National Geographic Photographer Jonathan Kingston 58:47

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On episode 444 of the podcast, Bob chats with National Geographic photographer Jonathan Kingston. They discuss Kingston's journey from Virginia to the western U.S. and from being a world class rock climber to a world class photographer. Kingston tells of how luck, being in the right place at the right time, and of course, having the required talent…

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The 1% Rule Is Back—And It’s Still Terrible Advice 19:21

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Is It a Buyer’s Market or a Seller’s Market? How to Evaluate Your Midterm Rental City On this episode of the Real Estate Education Podcast, Aaron and James dig into one of the most common questions in real estate: is it a buyer’s market or a seller’s market? The answer—like most things in real estate—is more nuanced than you think. Using up-to-date…

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140: Sustainability in Progress: Regional Transportation Planning Update 52:43

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What can we expect in the future for both public and automobile transportation in the Pikes Peak Region? We hear from the Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments (PPACG) and Mountain Metro (Colorado Springs’ bus system). John Liosatos, Transportation Director of Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments, discusses the recently adopted 2050 Long Range T…

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The $9,000 Mistake Homeowners Keep Making: MLS vs. For Sale By Owner 14:48

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In this episode of the Real Estate Education Podcast, we dig into the hidden power of the MLS (Multiple Listing Service)—and why skipping it might be the most expensive mistake a seller can make. James shares a revealing case study comparing two similar homes in Colorado, each using a very different sales strategy. The results highlight what truly …

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443 Teller Trail Team's Chris Gonzales 34:53

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On this week's podcast, Bob goes on a short hike with Chris Gonazales, the Executive Director of the Teller Trail Team in Teller County, Colorado. They talk about the origin of the organization, it's mission and goals, and projects it's working on, including the new Avenger Open Space in Woodland Park. They wrap up with a discussion of upcoming eve…

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Airbnb Boom or Bust, Midterm Market Shifts & What a Recession Really Means for Homebuyers 16:33

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Airbnb Boom or Bust, Midterm Market Shifts & What a Recession Really Means for Homebuyers In this episode of the Real Estate Education Podcast, Erin and James dive into short-term rental trends, the surprising psychology of recession-era homebuyers, and why your lifestyle (not the market) might be the smartest guide for when to buy. They also open …

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442 Bob Answers Listener Questions about Iceland Trip 54:14

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On this week's episode Bob is joined by co-host Kevin "Wild" Westendorf. Bob answers listeners - and Kevin's - questions about his recent trip to Iceland. Questions about food, culture, hiking and more are answered. Also, the discuss the Colorado Springs Parks system master plan process, now underway. Kevin tells about his recent encounter with a r…

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A Smarter Way to Sell: The New DIY Alternative to FSBO 23:41

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Six Months in Mexico, Flat-Fee Listings, and What Our Clients Are Teaching Us About the 2025 Real Estate Market In this episode of The Real Estate Education Podcast, we’re covering three major topics—from expat life to evolving real estate models to real-time client case studies—all focused on helping you make smarter moves in today’s U.S. housing …

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Tiny Towns Rise in the United States & Denver's Fastest-Growing Cities Ranked 14:14

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What U.S. Cities Are Growing Fastest—and Why Tiny Towns May Be the Smartest Investment in 2025 In this episode of the Real Estate Education Podcast, we explore the fastest and slowest growing cities in the Denver metro area—and zoom out to a national trend reshaping American real estate: the rise of tiny towns. These are U.S. markets with fewer tha…

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441 Bob visits Iceland 38:03

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On this week's podcast, Bob talks about his recent trip to Iceland with National Geographic Expeditions, and his day-by-day experiences there. He also invites listeners to send him questions they might have about the trip and he'll address them in a follow-up podcast. Note: The podcast was recorded in three sessions, with two of them on a ship ( of…

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Condos Falling, Townhomes Climbing—Commissions Shift 14:46

4M ago14:46

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In this episode of the Real Estate Education Podcast, we break down two of the hottest topics in the U.S. housing market right now: the difference between condos and townhomes in today’s market and the real-world impact of the 2024 NAR commission lawsuit on buyers, sellers, and real estate agents across the country. Condos vs. Townhomes – Which att…

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139: Promoting Housing Affordability, Access and Production in the Pikes Peak Region 47:52

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The state of housing affordability and attainability in Colorado Springs, and what the Pikes Peak Housing Network is doing to improve it. “Colorado Springs and El Paso County aren't building enough homes that typical buyers can afford, while smaller houses and other types of housing options are needed to make housing more attainable for many people…

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The Pre-Listing Secret That Could Save You Thousands in Home Sale Negotiations 13:37

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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson, seasoned real estate agents and investors, reveal a crucial pre-listing strategy most homeowners never consider. Erin explains how sellers can contact Redfin directly to remove their property's estimate when it's lower than their intended listing pr…

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Hottest & Coldest Housing Markets of 2025 - What Buyers Need to Know 14:46

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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson take a data-backed look at the hottest real estate markets in 2025, as revealed by Zillow’s latest heat index. The Northeast—particularly Buffalo, Rochester, and Syracuse—is experiencing rapid price growth and tight inventory, making it a strong sell…