Best Stone Fabricator Podcasts (2025)

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How John Turned $1K into $100K (and Protected His Freedom While Scaling The Granite Shop) 16:05

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Many stone, tile, and flooring shop owners reach a point where the business is running well — but growth just brings more demands on the owner. More questions. More issues. More fires to put out. That’s where John from The Granite Shop was when he joined the 90-Day Growth Engine Program™ He had already built a solid operation and some freedom, but …

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Special Feature: In The Loop – Green is the New Gold Standard with Jordan Goldstein 39:35

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Today we’re featuring our friends at LoopNet’s In The Loop, a podcast spotlighting the people, ideas, and innovations shaping the future of work. Check them out wherever you listen to podcasts. ----more---- How can workplaces endure ecologically, financially, and socially? In this episode of In the Loop, Jordan Goldstein, co-CEO of Gensler, explore…

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Behind Fundrise’s Vertical Integration Strategy In Real Estate 54:20

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Season 4, Episode 5: Jack Stone and Alex Gornik sit down with Ben Miller, CEO and Co-Founder of Fundrise, to reveal how technology is transforming commercial real estate investing and changing how retail investors access private markets. Ben shares the story behind Fundrise’s rise to over $7 billion in real estate assets, why commercial real estate…

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T-25-009 : Sera Evcimen - Mechanical Engineer to Host of The Builder Circle™ Podcast 59:44

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On this episode, we sat down with Sera Evcimen, mechanical engineer, hardware startup strategist, and host of The Builder Circle™ Podcast where she interviews hardware founders, investors and other professionals in the hardware startup ecosystem to provide practical takeaways for anyone building hardware. Sera shares her journey from watching "How …

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Is Traditional CRE Falling Behind Alternatives? w/ Brian Pieracci 52:55

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Season 4, Episode 4: Jack Stone and Alex Gornik sit down with Brian Pieracci, Head of North American Private Real Estate Equity at Heitman, to examine why alternatives are reshaping commercial real estate portfolios and outperforming traditional core assets. Brian shares how Heitman pioneered allocations towards self-storage, medical offices, senio…

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3 Stages of Stuck - Part 3: The Growth Gridlock Ceiling 17:06

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This is part three of our Three Stages of Stuck miniseries, and today we’re diving into one of the most frustrating stages of growth: The Growth Gridlock Ceiling. At this level, your business is doing well on paper. You’ve got people, processes, and revenue, but growth has stalled. The cracks are showing in quality, communication, and margins. You’…

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Revolutionizing Real Estate Syndication Through InvestNext w/ Kevin Heras 34:50

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Season 4, Episode 3: Jack Stone and Alex Gornik sit down with Kevin Heras, CEO of InvestNext, to explore how a Detroit-built platform is reshaping how real estate firms raise and manage capital. Kevin shares his path from Spain to Michigan Tech to the early Handshake days, then explains the first InvestNext prototype and why standardizing subscript…

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King Alfred And The Viking Invasion 55:06

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Anglo-Saxon Britain is under siege from a new threat from across the North Sea...the Great Viking Hoard. Fearsome warriors who are hellbent on claiming the rich and fertile lands of England for themselves. One Anglo-Saxon king, King Alfred The Great, stands up to them. He must protect his beloved kingdom of Wessex from annihilation. Join us, as we …

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What the New CRE Cycle Could Mean for Investors w/ Rick Schaupp 42:24

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Season 4, Episode 2: Jack Stone and Alex Gornik sit down with Rick Schaupp, Managing Director at Clarion Partners, for an inside look at one of the country’s largest private real estate investment managers. Rick traces his path from architecture and urban design to managing Clarion’s $70B platform, shares what it was like to start his career during…

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3 Stages of Stuck - Part 2: The Owner Overload Loop 36:52

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Most stone, tile, and flooring business owners eventually hit a stage where growth doesn’t make life easier—it makes it heavier. You’re still the one approving jobs, chasing estimates, juggling schedules, and putting out fires. That’s the Owner Overload Loop. In this episode, Justin Shaw shares a 5-step playbook to break free, buy back your time, a…

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Episode 9: The Coastal Plain 36:39

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Journey along Israel's Mediterranean coastline, where ancient civilizations learned that survival depends not on rigid resistance to change, but on the art of flowing like water. From the biblical confrontation between David and Goliath to the modern challenges facing Israel's most densely populated region, the coastal plain has been humanity's lab…

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BXP CEO on Office Comeback, Hybrid Work and Boosting Productivity 53:29

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Season 4, Episode 1: We’re back with a brand-new season of No Cap — and we’re starting big. Jack Stone and Alex Gornik sit down with Owen Thomas, CEO of BXP and the largest office landlord in the United States, to launch Season 4 in style. From a Virginia dairy farm to Morgan Stanley, Lehman Brothers, and now leading the country’s largest office la…

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3 Stages of Stuck - Part 1: The Survival Stage Spiral 34:05

2M ago34:05

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One month you’re buried in work, the next it’s tumbleweeds in the pipeline. Cash flow is tight, payroll is stressful, and growth feels like luck instead of a system. Too many surface industry businesses find themselves stuck in what I call the Survival Stage Spiral. In this episode, the first of our Three Stages of Stuck mini-series, I break down: …

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Aqua Tofana - The Silent Killer 34:50

2M ago34:50

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There is a way out...Speak to the right people, enter the well established underground network, and you can purchase a small vile of Aqua Tofana. In Renaissance Italy many desperate women are trapped in loveless and abusive marriages of convenience. There appears to be no way out except...poisoning. Join us and let us tell you about this incredible…

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Brookfield’s Strategy to DOMINATING Alternative Investments w/ Ben Brown 1:00:25

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Season 3, Episode 12: In this episode of No Cap, Jack Stone and Alex Gornik sit down with Ben Brown, Co-President of Brookfield’s Real Estate Group and Head of the Americas, to talk about the pivotal moments that shaped his career and the strategies behind some of Brookfield’s biggest deals. From breaking into Brookfield during the financial crisis…

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Build a Leadership Engine for Your Surface Business 11:17

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Are you the only one really driving your business forward? Too many surface pros in stone, tile, flooring and remodeling feel like they’re dragging their team instead of being supported by one. Here’s the truth: you don’t just need systems… you need leaders. That’s where the Leadership Engine comes in. It’s not about more checklists or dashboards —…

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E7 - The Mirror of Buried Truths 12:04

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Send us a text Deep within Anchor 17, Flick and Jori flee the relentless pursuit of the Wraith—only to uncover memories that should never have survived. Inneya’s questions, Qualis’ secrets, and a vision of the Grand Crystal itself peel back the veneer of history. But as truth surfaces, so do dangerous echoes. When the mirrors show Flick’s own face …

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The Art of Placemaking in NYC w/ MaryAnne Gilmartin, MAG Partners 47:30

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Season 3, Episode 11: In this episode of No Cap, Jack Stone and Alex Gornik sit down with MaryAnne Gilmartin, Founder and CEO of MAG Partners, to talk about the pivotal moments, high-stakes decisions, and unconventional moves that have defined her career and shaped New York City’s skyline. From her Brooklyn roots to steering some of Manhattan’s mos…

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Stop Babysitting Your Business: Build Your Company OS 13:29

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If you’ve got a team but still feel like you’re the glue holding everything together, this episode is for you. We break down the Company OS — one of the 7 core systems in our Growth Engine framework — and show you how to build the communication, execution, and performance systems that keep jobs on track, clients updated, and your team accountable. …

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Episode 8- The Judean Desert 37:59

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Journey into the Judean Desert, where ancient history meets modern resilience in one of the world's most challenging landscapes. From the legendary fortress of Masada to the mineral-rich waters of the disappearing Dead Sea, this episode explores how civilizations have learned to endure and thrive in seemingly impossible conditions. Discover the dra…

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Fannie Mae to Half a Billion: Jon Siegel on Surviving and Thriving in Multifamily 38:38

2M ago38:38

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Season 3, Episode 10: In this episode of No Cap, Jack Stone and Alex Gornik talk with Jon Siegel—Partner and CIO at RailField—about building through one of the toughest market cycles, what went wrong after early success, and why staying active matters more than ever. They also get into the private credit boom, the myth of distress deals, and where …

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No More Slow Months: Build a Marketing Machine For Your Surface Business 20:59

2M ago20:59

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No More Slow Months: Build a Marketing Machine That Drives Sales Tired of the feast-or-famine cycle? If your surface business slows down every few months and you're relying on word-of-mouth or referrals to stay afloat — it’s time to fix that. In this episode, we break down how to build a real Marketing Machine that consistently attracts high-qualit…

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What Happens When Office and Hospitality Combine? 52:02

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Season 3, Episode 9: Craig Deitelzweig is redefining office real estate—one scent, doorman, and house car at a time. In this episode, the CEO of Marx Realty shares how he's leading the hotelization of office buildings—and why most landlords are stuck in the past. From signature scents and concierge-level service to rooftop lounges and Porsche house…

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Episode 7: The Golan Heights 40:19

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Ascend to Israel's most strategic and breathtaking region- the Golan Heights, where biblical giants once roamed, modern heroes risked everything, and diverse communities build their lives on literally shifting ground. Experience dramatic contrasts from 200 meters below sea level to snow-capped peaks at 1,200 meters above, all within an hour drive. …

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Stone Tape Theory 45:47

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Imagine if the walls could talk.... The stories they could tell...Well, maybe they can. Maybe..just maybe, the stone walls can record emotions or energies of times long ago. This is the intriguiging idea behind Stone Tape Theory. Join us as we unravel the theory behind this incredible suggestion. Along the way, we will present some fascinating case…

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Why Most Landlords Get Office Tenant Experience Completely Wrong w/ Jonathan Kaufman Iger 1:13:40

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Season 3, Episode 8: Jonathan Kaufman Iger is turning Sage Realty into the first true commercial real estate brand. In this episode, the CEO of Sage shares how a 100-year-old family business is evolving to meet the demands of modern office users. From tenant experience to hospitality-driven operations, Jonathan explains why most landlords are getti…

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E6 - A Wound in Time 13:45

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Send us a text Trapped within Anchor 17, Flick and Jori confront echoes not just of the past—but of possible futures. As the Anchor distorts time, Jori faces a haunting vision of his older self… and a terrible offer from the Time Lord Qualis. Meanwhile, a cracked voicestone reveals long-buried memories—one of Lassdi’s sacrifice, and another of Inne…

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From 0 to 29K Units: Janet LePage on Building One of North America's Largest Private Apartment Firms 57:27

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Season 3, Episode 7: Janet LePage, CEO of Western Wealth Capital, joins the show to share how she scaled from flipping homes in Phoenix to managing over 30,000 units across the Sunbelt, with $4B in real estate transactions under her belt. In this episode, Janet opens up about the pressure of navigating one of the fastest interest rate hikes in mode…

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You Don’t Need More Leads — You Need a Sales Engine That Converts 18:55

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If you run a countertop, flooring, tile, remodeling, or supply business and think more leads will solve your growth problem — think again. The truth? You’re not short on opportunity. You’re leaking revenue every single day. In this episode, we’ll show you how to stop chasing cold leads and start closing the warm ones already in your pipeline. You’l…

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How to Win More Jobs Without Lowering Your Prices 14:35

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Tired of slashing prices just to stay busy? If you run a countertop, flooring, tile, or remodeling business — and you're constantly competing on price — you don’t have a sales problem. You have a positioning problem. In this episode, you’ll learn how to build a competitive advantage that attracts the right clients, allows you to charge premium rate…

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Create a Vision That Drives Results in Your Stone, Tile or Flooring Business 19:21

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Do you feel like your team just doesn’t get it—and you’re stuck making every decision yourself? Most surface pros think it’s a leadership or people problem. But it’s not. It’s a vision problem—and without real vision, culture falls flat and the business stays stuck. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why vague goals and task lists aren’t vision How to …

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Why Your Stone, Tile or Flooring Business Still Owns You (And How to Take It Back) 10:10

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Own a countertop, flooring, tile, or supply business — but still feel like you’re the bottleneck? You’re not alone. Most surface industry owners get stuck in the weeds because they’re missing the systems, structure, and support to truly scale. In this episode, we break down how to shift from overworked operator to strategic leader by: Building your…

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The 7 Systems You Need to Grow Your Stone, Tile or Flooring Business 11:30

3M ago11:30

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Still stuck working in your countertop, flooring, or tile business—even after hitting 7 figures? You’re not alone. Most surface pros plateau because they’re missing the 7 core systems that create scalable growth. In this episode, I walk you through the Growth Engine™ — a proven 7-system model designed to help you: Get out of daily operations Align …

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Episode 6: The Negev Desert 37:22

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Journey into Israel's vast southern wilderness- the Negev Desert, where apparent emptiness reveals extraordinary abundance. Discover how this seemingly barren landscape has been home to thriving civilizations for millennia and continues to serve as a laboratory for solving global challenges today. We explore the remarkable history of the Negev, fro…

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Why Dying Malls Might Be the Best CRE Opportunity Today 57:19

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Season 3, Episode 6: Andy Weiner, CEO of RockStep Capital, joins the show to explain why the retail apocalypse was overhyped and how his firm is turning overlooked malls into long-term cash-flow plays. With 50+ shopping centers under management, Andy walks through the real risks, the CMBS fallout, and why Class B markets still offer upside, if you …

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The Final Flight 44:02

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On the 2nd July 1937, Amelia Earhart and her navigator, Fred Noonan, took off from New Guinea on the final leg of their ground breaking round the world flight. They were never seen again... 88 years later, we take a look at the current hypotheses as to what could have happened. After all, an aircraft and 2 people cannot disappear... can they? Suppo…

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Self-Storage vs. Other CRE Assets – What's the Better Bet? 57:45

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Season 3, Episode 5: Brian Cohen, CEO of Andover Properties, joins the show for a candid deep dive into how he scaled a self-storage empire and why the best buying opportunities today are in the asset classes no one wanted a decade ago. From distressed storage deals and long lease-ups to launching a credit platform with Angelo Gordon, Brian breaks …

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Episode 5 - Israel: When History Calls Again 29:11

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Journey through 2,500 years of conquest and survival as we explore how Israel faces its most complex multi-front conflict since independence. In this powerful episode, we trace the remarkable pattern from ancient Babylon and Persia through the Bar Kokhba revolt- the massive Jewish rebellion that led Rome to rename the entire region in an attempt to…

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Why Principal's $100B Real Estate Strategist Is Bullish on Office While Others Panic 52:23

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Season 3, Episode 4: Rich Hill, Global Head of Real Estate Strategy at Principal Asset Management, joins the show for a candid deep dive into the state of CRE in 2025, from CMBS and construction lending to the hype around AI data centers. With over $100B in real estate under management, Rich explains why office isn’t dead, where multifamily pricing…

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E5- Echoes of Doubt 11:44

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Send us a text As the Anchor twists into a temporal maze, Flick and Jori are hunted by a creature once thought myth: a Temporal Wraith. Flick manages to seal it—temporarily—but the memories it tried to suppress come flooding back. A ritual fragment reveals a dark truth: the gods didn’t act alone to create Focus. And when a haunting echo of Jori app…

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The Monmouth Rebellion 39:51

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Rebellion and Retribution...It is the summer of 1685 and the Duke of Monmouth lands on the south coast of England. His mission? Take the English crown by force. James II is an unpopular Catholic King and the people of the West Country rally to Monmouth's cause. They are however untrained and poorly equipped. How will James II react to rebellion on …

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The Deal Architect: Inside Trammell Crow’s $22B Capital Strategy with Tommy Lee 55:53

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Season 3, Episode 3: Tommy Lee, Global Head of Capital Markets at Trammell Crow Company, joins No Cap podcast for a deep dive into the return of institutional capital—and what it signals for commercial real estate in 2025. Under Lee’s leadership, Trammell Crow has raised and deployed over $22 billion since 2018, fueling large-scale development acro…

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T-25-008 : Justin McAfee - Mechanical Engineer to Hardware as a Service CEO 59:23

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In this episode of TRADEOFFS, we sit down with Justin McAfee, mechanical engineer turned hardware entrepreneur who's fostering a manufacturing renaissance in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Justin shares his unconventional journey from getting burned on a grenade launcher for firefighters at age 23 to developing advanced electric propulsion systems at Wri…

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How Crowd Street Turned $63M Fraud Crisis Into Private Equity Growth Opportunity 46:34

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Season 3, Episode 2: In this episode of No Cap Podcast, co-hosts Jack Stone and Alex Gornik sit down with John Imbriglia, CEO of Crowd Street, and Anna-Marie Allander Lieb, Investment Director, to discuss the company’s remarkable recovery from the $63M fraud scandal that rocked its platform. John and Anna-Marie dive deep into how they turned a cris…

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The Mysteries Of Skara Brae 39:51

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In 1850, a storm peels back the sand and uncovers a complete Neolithic village in the Orkney Islands. This is Skara Brae, and the level of technological and cultural sophistication discovered here will astound you. Intricately carved stone objects including beds and furniture, highly decorated stone balls, jewellery, gaming dice - this is an advanc…

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Episode 3- Jerusalem 28:21

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Experience Jerusalem beyond the headlines as we explore this extraordinary city where ancient stones tell eternal stories and diverse communities navigate the complexities of coexistence. We begin with Jerusalem's 3,000-year history, from King David's capital to the building of the First and Second Temples, through centuries of diverse rulers, to t…

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Episode 4- Tel Aviv 22:47

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Journey to Tel Aviv, where innovation meets tradition and failure becomes a stepping stone to success, as we explore the city that transformed from sand dunes into a global technology powerhouse. We begin with the remarkable transformation from ancient Jaffa's 4,000-year port to the birth of Tel Aviv in 1909, when 66 families dared to build the fir…

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JP Morgan's Tom Kennedy On Where to Invest in Commercial Real Estate 47:17

4M ago47:17

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Season 3, Episode 1: In this episode, co-hosts Jack Stone and Alex Gornik are joined by Tom Kennedy, Head of Research and Investment Strategy for Real Estate Americas at J.P. Morgan Asset Management. A "recovering central banker," Tom drops some of the boldest predictions we've heard, including a direct callout to the Federal Reserve. Tom reveals w…

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E4 - Echoes Resist 13:00

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Send us a text Deep within Anchor 17, Flick and Jori uncover a voicestone unlike any other—unmarked, undated, and disturbingly recent. When they activate it, they hear the voice of a forgotten child pleading not to be erased. As the Anchor shifts around them, they receive a haunting message from Inneya herself—a vanished god who claims the truth wa…

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Witchcraft - The Last Executions 24:17

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These were dark days indeed...the persecution of mostly women during a period of time in our history made infamous by the Witch Trails. Religious fever and superstition were at their peak, but who were the last unfortunate souls to suffer a fate reserved for witches.. Support the show Thank you for listening to our podcast. We really do appreciate …