Best Preston Thompson Podcasts (2026)

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Rónán Hession 28:30

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41m ago28:30

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Presented by James Naughtie, the Irish writer Rónán Hession takes questions from a Bookclub audience on his debut novel, Leonard and Hungry Paul. The book was shortlisted for the British Book Awards Debut Book of the Year 2020 and selected as one of the 50 Great Irish Novels of the 21st Century. The story follows two single, board-game-loving men i…

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He Started With Nothing and Now Has 37 Rentals with Greg Thompson (Ep 554) 21:37

6d ago21:37

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Greg Thompson’s story is proof that your past financial mistakes do not get the final say. In his 20s, Greg admits he had no idea how to manage money. A string of bad financial decisions eventually left him homeless. Fast forward to today, and Greg owns a portfolio of 37 rental units and has built more than $1 million in equity. On this episode, Gr…

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Wellness Wednesday: A Year of Lessons: Finding Peace, Progress, and Perspective 22:08

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In this reflective year-end episode of Wellness Wednesday, Beth, Robin, and Jeff slow things down to explore what the past year has taught them about growth, anxiety, self-doubt, and resilience. Through personal stories—screen-share mishaps, returning to music, professional pressure, and DIY anxiety—they unpack how unrealistic expectations and nega…

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UnScripted: A Lost iPhone, Changing Tech, and Figuring It Out 30:38

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In this UnScripted episode of Blind Abilities, Jeff Thompson and Sree Roy dive into real-life tech, travel, and accessibility—no script, just experience. From recovering a lost iPhone overseas using Find My, to navigating chaotic airports and noisy streets as a blind traveler, the conversation blends humor with practical takeaways. The episode also…

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Building A Rental Portfolio While Working a Full-Time Job With Alana Kern (Ep 553) 24:27

13d ago24:27

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Alana Kern is proof that you can build a rental portfolio while working a busy full-time job She has steadily grown her rentals by being intentional with her time and systems. On this episode, we break down how many hours Alana actually spends managing her rentals, the platform she uses to advertise vacancies, and the processes that help her stay o…

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Introducing Preston : Two Paths, One Team: Meet the Peer Ambassadors of State Services for the Blind 9:14

8d ago9:14

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What does it look like to be a blind high school student who's busy, motivated, and dreaming big? In this episode of Blind Abilities, meet Preston—a 15-year-old sophomore, honors and AP student, award-winning speech and debate competitor, musician, and newly selected Peer Ambassador with State Services for the Blind of Minnesota. Preston shares wha…

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Introducing Ava : Two Paths, One Team: Meet the Peer Ambassadors of State Services for the Blind 11:23

8d ago11:23

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In this Blind Abilities episode, listeners meet Ava, a fully blind high school junior and Peer Ambassador with State Services for the Blind of Minnesota. Ava shares what it's like balancing a packed academic schedule filled with AP and college-in-the-schools classes, while staying involved in speech, music, and leadership. As captain of her school'…

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Emma Thompson: Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility 36:47

9d ago36:47

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The award-winning actress Emma Thompson takes questions on Sense and Sensibility in this special episode of Bookclub to mark the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen's birth. Sense and Sensibility was Jane Austen's first novel published in 1811 when she was thirty-five years old. The book follows the Dashwood sisters as they navigate their way through …

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Leaving The Corporate Cubicle Life With Cash Flowing Rentals With Matt McCurdy (Ep 552) 26:02

20d ago26:02

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Matt McCurdy had a solid 9–5 job on paper, but the corporate life wasn’t for him. Long days indoors and a lack of control over his time pushed him to ask a simple question: there had to be a better way. Matt set out with a clear plan to replace his W-2 income with rental income, and he made it happen. On this episode, Matt breaks down exactly how h…

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Owning Your Future with State Services for the Blind: Inside the Business Enterprise Program 23:53

10d ago23:53

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In this Blind Abilities conversation, Michael Colbrunn shares a compelling, firsthand look at the Business Enterprise Program through State Services for the Blind and how it created a pathway to self-employment, confidence, and long-term growth. Michael never imagined himself as a business owner, but with training, guidance, and ongoing support fro…

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Tinsel, Tears, and Treats: Finding Holiday Balance 19:15

26d ago19:15

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In this joyful and reflective holiday edition of Wellness Wednesday, Beth, Robin, and Jeff gather around the warmth of the season to explore the memories we hold, the challenges we face, and the ways we find light through it all. They gently unpack how grief and stress can surface during the holidays, while also celebrating how far we've come. With…

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How A Young Investor Built A Large Rental Portfolio With Zach Shepard (Ep 551) 27:20

27d ago27:20

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Zach started buying rentals at 21 with no family money, no partners, and no roadmap. He didn’t come from a real estate background, but he taught himself creative financing and pushed forward deal by deal. In just two years, he built a large rental portfolio that now includes more than 100 properties. On this episode, Zach walks us through exactly h…

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Step-by-Step: How He Went From Zero To 10 Rentals (And Where He Got The Money) With Derek Harris (Ep 550) 24:01

1M ago24:01

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On this episode, we walk step by step through how Derek Harris built his rental portfolio from the ground up. Derek has been buying rental properties for five years, and today he owns 10 doors. He takes us through each acquisition, explaining how he found the properties, their condition, and the work he did to fix them up. Derek also breaks down ho…

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College 101: Student-Powered Advice to Help You Thrive in College 1:14:53

1M ago1:14:53

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Thinking about college but not sure what it's really like as a blind or low vision student? In this College 101 conversation, transition coordinator Shane DeSantis teams up with Kira and Mohamed, two blind/low vision college students, to break it all down from a student point of view. They talk about choosing a campus that fits you, connecting earl…

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What Happens When You Buy a Few Rentals Every Year? Adam Negri Made Millions (Ep 549) 23:43

1M ago23:43

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Adam Negri believes real estate is the easiest business in the world. In his view, anyone can do it. There is no get-rich-quick angle, just a simple formula: buy a few solid properties each year, stay patient, and before long you’ll own a few million dollars’ worth of real estate. On this episode, Adam walks through exactly how he built his portfol…

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BITS Has the Solutions: Empowering Blind Tech Users Through Community, Training, and Opportunity 18:32

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In this Blind Abilities episode, Jeff Thompson talks with Jeff Bishop, president of BITS—Blind Information Technology Specialists—an all-volunteer organization empowering blind and low-vision individuals through accessible technology, community, and hands-on learning. Bishop outlines BITS' rapid growth, affordable memberships, and expanding reach a…

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Wellness Wednesday: What Do We Do for Wellness and Staying on Track 17:43

2M ago17:43

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Beth, Robin and Jeff dive into what they personally do to replenish their energy whether it be mental or physical. Listen in as they talk about the practices they incorporate into their routines and daily life. From soothing showers, daily intentions, to checking off virtual lists, and celebrating the accomplishments. Check out all the Wellness Wed…

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The Numbers Behind His First Rental With Preston Garcia (Ep 548) 21:54

2M ago21:54

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Preston Garcia spent two full years studying, researching, and preparing before he ever bought his first rental property. On this episode, Preston opens up about how that first deal has actually worked out. We dig into how he found the property, the creative seller financing he worked out, how much cash he had to bring to the table, and how he rais…

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Orientation and Mobility: Building Confident Independence for Blind and Low Vision Students 53:45

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Orientation and mobility (O&M) gives blind and low vision students the skills to travel safely, confidently, and independently—at home, at school, and beyond graduation. In this conversation hosted by State Services for the Blind (SSB), O&M specialists Jennifer Pelletier and Abdi Mumin, along with Transition Coordinator Shane DeSantis, talk with pa…

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Wherever He Leads I Go 38:15

1M ago38:15

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Text: Numbers 9:15-23 Speaker: Preston ThompsonBy Redeemer Baptist Church Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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From Å Factory Job To $10K/Month In Rental Income With Joe Hammel (Ep 547) 22:05

2M ago22:05

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Joe Hammel was tired of clocking in at the factory every day, so he decided to bet on himself. He went all in on real estate, and today he earns $10,000 a month in profit from his rentals. On this episode, Joe breaks down exactly how he built his portfolio. We dig into his numbers, the types of properties that are performing best (and which ones to…

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Lest We Forget 38:24

2M ago38:24

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Text: Numbers 9:1-14 Speaker: Preston ThompsonBy Redeemer Baptist Church Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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How Rentals Gave Him Financial Stability With Michael Atkins (Ep 546) 23:50

2M ago23:50

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When Michael Atkins got his real estate license, he thought it would be the key to making more money. But after a few months, he realized the income wasn’t consistent. Some months were great, and others he made nothing at all. On this episode, Michael shares how investing in rental properties changed everything. His rental income now covers all his…

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Hallie Rubenhold 27:45

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Presented by James Naughtie, the writer and historian Hallie Rubenhold takes questions from a Bookclub audience on her prize-winning book The Five: The Untold Lives Of The Women Killed by Jack The Ripper. The book shines a light on Polly Nichols, Annie Chapman, Elizabeth Stride, Kate Eddowes and Mary Jane Kelly who were all murdered in Whitechapel,…

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You Are Not Your Own 34:56

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Text: Numbers 8:5-18 Speaker: Preston ThompsonBy Redeemer Baptist Church Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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Step Up, Dive In, Play On: Exploring Adaptive Sports and Community 12:18

2M ago12:18

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From the Minnesota State Capitol to the halls of the Department of Transportation, White Cane Day 2025 shined a light on independence, confidence, and community. Jeff Thompson takes listeners inside a vibrant gathering of blind athletes, adventurers, and advocates who prove that anything is possible when you step out and give it a try. From sailing…

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Wellness Wednesday: Navigating Todays Job Market with Wellness and Confidence 29:27

2M ago29:27

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In this episode of Wellness Wednesday, Beth Gustin, Robin Ennis and Jeff Thompson talk about employment and the many aspects of looking for a job. They discuss how to prepare for interviews, what challenges job seekers face today, and how to stay motivated throughout the process. The conversation also touches on how artificial intelligence is chang…

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The Blind Drive: From Federal Cuts to New Tech: Apple, Aira, and the Shifting Road Ahead for the Blind Drive 39:58

2M ago39:58

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The Blind Drive puts you in the passenger seat with Jeff Thompson and Tim Schwartz as they run down what's shaping life for blind and low vision people right now. From federal cuts hitting the Rehabilitation Services Administration to new pressure in Iowa over blind Iowans' right to keep their shades on (or off), the landscape is shifting fast. We …