Best Jason Owings Podcasts (2026)

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Headlines: The Reset, The Risk, and The Rise of DSCR | Ep. 47 32:13

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Send us a text In this special New Year's edition of The MLO Project, Frazier and Michael tackle two hot headlines shaping the future of the mortgage industry. From National Mortgage News’ prediction that 2026 will be the industry’s “reset year” to HousingWire’s deep dive on the growing dominance of DSCR loans—this episode is packed with straight t…

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What Is The Path Out Of Poverty? - Randy Hicks 53:30

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Matt speaks with Randy Hicks (CEO of the Georgia Center for Opportunity) about why jobs and social capital matter, how government programs can stabilize but often fail to help people escape poverty, and what reforms might better support work and self-sufficiency. They also discuss the benefits cliff, UBI, the role of civil society (including faith-…

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Kevin Erdmann - Why Are We Afraid Of Building Homes? 1:17:00

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In this conversation from 2024, Alex speaks with Kevin Erdmann about how zoning, the 2008 economic crisis, and the desire to live away from "those people" is effecting the state of housing. Episode Notes: Kevin's page at the Mercatus Centre: https://www.mercatus.org/scholars/kevin-erdmann The Erdmann Housing Tracker: https://kevinerdmann.substack.c…

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ERIC THE ACTOR CALL BREAKDOWN (EP#71) - UNBOXING ERIC - CALLS TO THE HOWARDSTERN SHOW 2:06:16

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UNBOXING ERIC THE ACTOR Buckle up for a wild ride through the archives of The Howard Stern Show! This show dives headfirst into the outrageous and unforgettable calls of Eric the Actor, the show's iconic "Wack Pack" member. We'll listen to every single one, from his first tentative dial-in to his later, more passionate rants. Join us as we dissect …

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What Is The New Right? - Sean Speer 53:20

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In this episode, Matt speaks with Sean Speer about the rise of the so-called “New Right” and the growing tension between conservatism and classical liberalism. Speer defends a fusionist vision rooted in ordered liberty, pluralism, and institutional restraint, arguing that attempts to use state power to impose cultural outcomes misunderstand how cul…

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UNBOXING BIGFOOT IT IS - EPISODE 17 - FROM THE HOWARD STERN SHOW 2:45:15

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Unboxing Bigfoot — a tragicomedy most strange, wherein the wild man Mark of Shaw, known to knaves and nobles as Bigfoot, is drawn forth from the misty woodlands of Vermont by decree of the great scribe and jester-king, Howard Stern. ‘Twas Stern who, with mirth and madness, did bid the beast speak, unleashing upon the realm tales of Cadillacs undone…

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Delete the Drama or Stay Broke | Ep. 46 26:35

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Send us a text Some of you need to hear this—not everyone in your life is helping you win. That includes the guy on your LO team who complains every day. That includes your "mentor" who hasn’t closed a loan since 2019. And yes, that might even include family. In this episode, Frazier and Michael break down a viral Growth Notes topic: removing toxic…

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Ron Samworth: Playing for the Song 1:35:39

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Ron Samworth talks about "fearless" artistry and "playing for the song", drawing on a lifetime of creativity, improvisation, hangs, and initiatives. Ron is a guitarist who has played on the Vancouver scene since 1979. He is known for playing in many groups from Talking Pictures (going back through the 90s) to Electric Miles (active today), his long…

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ERIC THE ACTOR CALL BREAKDOWN (EP#70) - UNBOXING ERIC - CALLS TO THE HOWARDSTERN SHOW 2:40:09

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UNBOXING ERIC THE ACTOR Buckle up for a wild ride through the archives of The Howard Stern Show! This show dives headfirst into the outrageous and unforgettable calls of Eric the Actor, the show's iconic "Wack Pack" member. We'll listen to every single one, from his first tentative dial-in to his later, more passionate rants. Join us as we dissect …

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What Do Companies Owe Society? - Abraham Singer 1:08:02

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In this episode, Alex speaks with Abraham Singer about his book Everyone’s Business, exploring why businesses and other private organizations should be understood not only as economic entities but as political communities that shape power, responsibility, and moral life. Singer explains how firms structure our choices, why classical liberals must t…

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EPISODE 25 - UNBOXING RILEY MARTIN - FROM THE HOWARD STERN SHOW with SPECIAL GUEST: SHULI EGAR! 2:52:34

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"Unboxing Riley Martin" chronicles the bizarre, unforgettable saga of Riley Martin—Howard Stern’s most delusional (and endearing) UFO prophet. For decades, Riley hijacked the Stern Show with tales of alien abduction, interstellar welfare scams, and his self-published Biavian Bible, a book only he (and maybe a few Sildarians) understood. This podcas…

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You’re Owed Nothing. Earn It. | Ep. 45 25:52

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Send us a text This one isn’t for the fragile. Frazier comes in hot after a no-filter conversation with a loan officer who needed the truth and Michael is right there with him pulling zero punches. This episode dives deep into the entitlement mindset plaguing LOs in today’s market. Just because you used to be good doesn’t mean you still are. Nobody…

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ERIC THE ACTOR CALL BREAKDOWN (EP#69) - UNBOXING ERIC - CALLS TO THE HOWARDSTERN SHOW 2:27:37

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Unboxing Bigfoot — a tragicomedy most strange, wherein the wild man Mark of Shaw, known to knaves and nobles as Bigfoot, is drawn forth from the misty woodlands of Vermont by decree of the great scribe and jester-king, Howard Stern. ‘Twas Stern who, with mirth and madness, did bid the beast speak, unleashing upon the realm tales of Cadillacs undone…

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What's Wrong With The Notwithstanding Clause? - Leonid Sirota 1:08:56

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In this episode, Alex speaks with constitutional scholar Leonid Sirota about the notwithstanding clause—what it does, how it functions within Canada’s constitutional architecture, and why its routine use undermines the very rights the Charter is meant to protect. Drawing on arguments from his National Post piece and earlier writing, Sirota explains…

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UNBOXING BIGFOOT IT IS - EPISODE 16 - FROM THE HOWARD STERN SHOW 2:19:13

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Unboxing Bigfoot — a tragicomedy most strange, wherein the wild man Mark of Shaw, known to knaves and nobles as Bigfoot, is drawn forth from the misty woodlands of Vermont by decree of the great scribe and jester-king, Howard Stern. ‘Twas Stern who, with mirth and madness, did bid the beast speak, unleashing upon the realm tales of Cadillacs undone…

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If You’re An Average LO, AI’s Your Replacement Plan | Ep. 44 26:16

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Send us a text We’ve been hearing a lot of noise lately… “AI is going to replace loan officers in 18 months.” Cool story. Let’s talk about it. In this episode, we go straight at the hype. No fluff. No fear tactics. Just facts. Will AI change the game? Yes. Will lazy LOs get replaced? Also yes. Will high-performers get wiped out? Not a chance. If yo…

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ERIC THE ACTOR CALL BREAKDOWN (EP#68) - UNBOXING ERIC - CALLS TO THE HOWARDSTERN SHOW 2:22:23

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UNBOXING ERIC THE ACTOR Buckle up for a wild ride through the archives of The Howard Stern Show! This show dives headfirst into the outrageous and unforgettable calls of Eric the Actor, the show's iconic "Wack Pack" member. We'll listen to every single one, from his first tentative dial-in to his later, more passionate rants. Join us as we dissect …

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How Can We Do Indigenous Reconciliation Better? - Karen Restoule 57:08

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In this episode, Matt interviews Karen Restoule on the challenge of Indigenous reconciliation in Canada. Restoule stresses that true reconciliation must begin by re-embracing the vision of coexistence enshrined in early agreements such as the Treaty of Niagara — a relationship based on mutual respect and shared sovereignty — and not merely through …

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EPISODE 24 - UNBOXING RILEY MARTIN - FROM THE HOWARD STERN SHOW 2:33:07

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"Unboxing Riley Martin" chronicles the bizarre, unforgettable saga of Riley Martin—Howard Stern’s most delusional (and endearing) UFO prophet. For decades, Riley hijacked the Stern Show with tales of alien abduction, interstellar welfare scams, and his self-published Biavian Bible, a book only he (and maybe a few Sildarians) understood. This podcas…

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Uncle RICO Has Entered the Chat on Zillow's Lawsuit | Ep. 43 38:28

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Send us a text Zillow just got smacked with a RICO and RESPA class action lawsuit—and your favorite originator tag team isn’t holding back. Frazier and Michael go full Napoleon Dynamite-mode and break down how this case could rock the entire mortgage and real estate ecosystem. This isn’t just about Flex. It’s about pay-to-play models, illegal refer…

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ERIC THE ACTOR CALL BREAKDOWN (EP#67) - UNBOXING ERIC - CALLS TO THE HOWARDSTERN SHOW 2:32:47

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UNBOXING ERIC THE ACTOR Buckle up for a wild ride through the archives of The Howard Stern Show! This show dives headfirst into the outrageous and unforgettable calls of Eric the Actor, the show's iconic "Wack Pack" member. We'll listen to every single one, from his first tentative dial-in to his later, more passionate rants. Join us as we dissect …

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How Did Hungary Become Illiberal? - Zoltan Kesz 53:34

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In this episode, Matt digs into modern Hungarian politics with Zoltan Kesz, exploring how Viktor Orbán evolved from a young liberal reformer into an illiberal, Putin-aligned strongman presiding over a reactionary kleptocracy. Zoltan breaks down how Orbán consolidated power, manipulated institutions, reshaped the media, and abandoned liberalism whil…

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UNBOXING BIGFOOT IT IS - EPISODE 15 - FROM THE HOWARD STERN SHOW 2:11:02

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Unboxing Bigfoot — a tragicomedy most strange, wherein the wild man Mark of Shaw, known to knaves and nobles as Bigfoot, is drawn forth from the misty woodlands of Vermont by decree of the great scribe and jester-king, Howard Stern. ‘Twas Stern who, with mirth and madness, did bid the beast speak, unleashing upon the realm tales of Cadillacs undone…

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Forget What You Know! Build What’s Possible w/Jason Kindler | Ep. 42 27:25

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Send us a text In this special in-person episode of The MLO Project, Frazier and Michael sit down with Florida broker and First Coast Mortgage co-founder Jason Kindler, live from Idaho at the High Table mastermind. It’s a no-fluff conversation about leadership, building efficient operations, crushing limiting beliefs, and redefining what’s possible…

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Harry Bartlett: Guitar, Old-Time & Bluegrass with Improv 1:21:33

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Harry Bartlett talks about the left hand versus the right on guitar, bluegrass, jazz, and more. Harry is a Nashville-based guitarist originally from BC who has also spent time in Toronto. Harry is playing an early show at Tyrant Sudios on Friday, November 21st with his Mountain Air project, featuring Evan Snoey and James Meger. His latest release i…

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ERIC THE ACTOR CALL BREAKDOWN (EP#66) - UNBOXING ERIC - CALLS TO THE HOWARDSTERN SHOW 2:32:08

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UNBOXING ERIC THE ACTOR Buckle up for a wild ride through the archives of The Howard Stern Show! This show dives headfirst into the outrageous and unforgettable calls of Eric the Actor, the show's iconic "Wack Pack" member. We'll listen to every single one, from his first tentative dial-in to his later, more passionate rants. Join us as we dissect …

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Should The State Be In Charge Of The Post? - Moin Yahya 1:01:08

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ILS Educational Programs Manager Alex Eames speaks with Moin Yahya about whether the state should run the postal service. They explore the history of Canada Post’s monopoly, competition and innovation in mail delivery, and why Lysander Spooner’s 19th-century rebellion still matters for debates about government-run enterprises today. References: Moi…

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EPISODE 23 - UNBOXING RILEY MARTIN - FROM THE HOWARD STERN SHOW 2:02:39

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"Unboxing Riley Martin" chronicles the bizarre, unforgettable saga of Riley Martin—Howard Stern’s most delusional (and endearing) UFO prophet. For decades, Riley hijacked the Stern Show with tales of alien abduction, interstellar welfare scams, and his self-published Biavian Bible, a book only he (and maybe a few Sildarians) understood. This podcas…

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Striking Out! Why You’re Losing Clients You Closed | Ep. 41 27:11

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Send us a text “Strike Rate, Stale Leads, and Regret” In this unfiltered episode of The MLO Project, Frazier and Michael go off the rails (and the map) with a fiery breakdown of one of the most neglected goldmines in the mortgage business: your damn database. Coming off the Accelerate session at Fuse, the guys break down why strike rate conversatio…

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ERIC THE ACTOR CALL BREAKDOWN (EP#65) - UNBOXING ERIC - CALLS TO THE HOWARDSTERN SHOW 2:27:39

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UNBOXING ERIC THE ACTOR Buckle up for a wild ride through the archives of The Howard Stern Show! This show dives headfirst into the outrageous and unforgettable calls of Eric the Actor, the show's iconic "Wack Pack" member. We'll listen to every single one, from his first tentative dial-in to his later, more passionate rants. Join us as we dissect …

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What Is Technohumanism? - Jason Crawford 54:56

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Matt speaks with Jason Crawford (Roots of Progress Institute) about “technohumanism”—the view that science, technology, and industry are good insofar as they advance human flourishing. They dig into agency vs. accelerationism, why progress creates new problems to solve, and where the next big gains may come from (AI, biotech, nuclear, housing, etc.…

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UNBOXING BIGFOOT IT IS - EPISODE 14 - FROM THE HOWARD STERN SHOW 1:29:40

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Unboxing Bigfoot — a tragicomedy most strange, wherein the wild man Mark of Shaw, known to knaves and nobles as Bigfoot, is drawn forth from the misty woodlands of Vermont by decree of the great scribe and jester-king, Howard Stern. ‘Twas Stern who, with mirth and madness, did bid the beast speak, unleashing upon the realm tales of Cadillacs undone…

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Jason Winikoff: In-Person This Time! 1:30:13

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Jason Winikoff talks about Broadway songs, Zambian music, and more. Jason is a percussionist and ethnomusicologist known for playing in trad-jazz scenes and other music traditions. He first came to Vancouver from the U.S. in 2018 but moved back stateside earlier this year. Jason recently played the annual Rocky Horror Music Show and has upcoming sh…

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Are You Paying Attention? Data Is the New Commission | Ep. 40 34:51

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Send us a text In this high-energy episode of The MLO Project, Frazier and Michael come in hot fresh off AIME’s Fuse 2025, breaking down lessons, laughs, and the unexpected win of a 7:00 a.m. breakout session that packed the room. Michael shares the behind-the-scenes story of his first “legit” Fuse experience, the vibes-only navigation system throu…

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Exynos for every Galaxy S26 57:09

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Save up to 78% off a NordVPN plan during their Black Friday sale right now at https://nordvpn.com/androidpolice! The Dodgers and Jays may be swatting and swiveling their shoulders and wrists to shreds, but the championship-level questions for the Android Police podcast this week have to do with whether Samsung will strike out on Android XR and how …

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ERIC THE ACTOR CALL BREAKDOWN (EP#64) - UNBOXING ERIC - CALLS TO THE HOWARDSTERN SHOW 2:06:46

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UNBOXING ERIC THE ACTOR Buckle up for a wild ride through the archives of The Howard Stern Show! This show dives headfirst into the outrageous and unforgettable calls of Eric the Actor, the show's iconic "Wack Pack" member. We'll listen to every single one, from his first tentative dial-in to his later, more passionate rants. Join us as we dissect …

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Can Halloween Save Democracy? - Rachel Humphries 40:32

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In this episode, Matt speaks with Rachel Davison Humphries, Senior Director of Civic Learning Initiatives at the Bill of Rights Institute, about how rituals like Halloween can strengthen democracy by building trust and social capital in communities. References “Halloween Treats for Democracy” — Rachel Davison Humphries (Wall Street Journal) https:/…

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EPISODE 22 - UNBOXING RILEY MARTIN - FROM THE HOWARD STERN SHOW 2:11:41

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"Unboxing Riley Martin" chronicles the bizarre, unforgettable saga of Riley Martin—Howard Stern’s most delusional (and endearing) UFO prophet. For decades, Riley hijacked the Stern Show with tales of alien abduction, interstellar welfare scams, and his self-published Biavian Bible, a book only he (and maybe a few Sildarians) understood. This podcas…

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ERIC THE ACTOR CALL BREAKDOWN (EP#63) - UNBOXING ERIC - CALLS TO THE HOWARDSTERN SHOW 2:25:29

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UNBOXING ERIC THE ACTOR Buckle up for a wild ride through the archives of The Howard Stern Show! This show dives headfirst into the outrageous and unforgettable calls of Eric the Actor, the show's iconic "Wack Pack" member. We'll listen to every single one, from his first tentative dial-in to his later, more passionate rants. Join us as we dissect …

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Mustafa Akyol — How Free Is The Muslim World? 51:42

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In this conversation from 2020, Alex Aragona speaks with Mustafa Akyol as he explores whether Islam can be compatible with liberalism, and his recent research on freedom in Muslim-majority countries. References from Episode 70 with Mustafa Akyol Mustafa Akyol is the author of Rethinking the Kurdish Question: What Went Wrong, What Next? (Turkish), I…