Best Blake Reilly Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 260 - Marketing Frameworks Every STR Host Can Steal with Chris Crawford 40:01

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Marketing isn’t just about ads—it’s about positioning, messaging, and action. In this episode, Chris shares practical frameworks and timeless principles that every business owner (and STR host) can use to stand out, attract clients, and scale smarter. • Why marketing and sales matter more than ever • The real difference between content and communit…

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Cohosting 101: How to Start and Scale a Sustainable STR Business | The STR Scale Show with Mike Reilly | Ep 25 36:19

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Cohosting is one of the most powerful (and overlooked) ways to build a short-term rental business without heavy upfront costs. In this episode, we break down the cohosting model step by step—from the basics to the systems that let you scale sustainably. • What cohosting really is (and how it works) • The 3 key things you need before starting • How …

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Ep 259 - Why STR Is Just the Vehicle to Building True Freedom 29:39

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Short-term rentals are not the endgame—they’re the vehicle. In this episode, Emanuele and Mike break down how STR can fuel bigger goals, lasting freedom, and a life by design. • Why STR is a tool, not the destination • The mindset shift that changes how you build • How to keep your bigger vision in focus • Avoiding the trap of chasing unit count • …

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Marissa Groenewald: Beyond the Rope—Running for Change, Courage & Connection 39:02

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Send us a text 💭 “Discipline takes you places where motivation can’t.” — Marissa Groenewald, the Rope Runner What does it take to create an entirely new running discipline — rope running — while balancing motherhood, business, and a mission to fight human trafficking? In this episode of Trail Chasers, host Dean Horwitz is joined by Marissa Groenewa…

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Ep 258 - Analyzing STR Markets and Deciphering the Numbers with John Bianchi 35:44

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John Bianchi has directed 100+ STR market analyses with a 100% success rate. In this episode, he joins Emanuele to break down the science behind choosing the right markets and making STR numbers work for you. • How John analyzed 100+ STR markets with zero failures • The method he uses to “decipher the numbers” • Why market selection is the real mak…

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Ep 257 - Why Getting Sick Taught Steve Resnick the Real Goal of STR 37:53

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After getting sick, Steve Resnick had a wake-up call: you can’t work forever. This episode dives into how that moment reshaped his approach to business—and why building systems that outlast you is the true measure of success. • The turning point when Steve realized he couldn’t keep grinding • Why time freedom matters more than unit count • How to d…

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Daniel Claassen: Beyond the Finish Line—Balancing Work, Life & Running at the Highest Level 1:04:08

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Send us a text 💭 “I try to put my life into different boxes — work, running, social, family — and give each one the time it deserves. Because if everything overlaps, life just becomes chaos.” — Daniel Claassen What does balance really look like when you’re working full-time, running professionally, and still competing on the world stage? In this ep…

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Do You Really Want It? Lessons on Grit and STR Growth | The STR Scale Show with Mike Reilly | Ep 25 12:17

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Success in STR—or anything—comes down to one question: do you really want it? This episode dives deep into mindset, grit, and the obstacles that stop most people before they ever scale. • The difference between interest and commitment • Why obstacles are often just excuses in disguise • Lessons from Navy SEALs on resilience • How to reframe challen…

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Ep 256 - Why 95% of STR Deals Fail—and the 10 Hospitality Rules That Make the Rest Win 27:13

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Most STR deals fail before they even start—95% don’t pencil out. But the ones that work? They’re powered by more than numbers. In this episode, we break down both sides of the equation: finding deals that actually perform and delivering hospitality that scales profit. • 10-point hospitality playbook • Why 95% of STR deals never make sense on paper …

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Kane Reilly: Running for Life – Balance, Consistency & the Long Game 57:00

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Send us a text 💭 “If you told me I was never going to race again, I’d still run every day.” — Kane Reilly What does it take to stay in love with running after more than a decade in the sport? To keep showing up, not just for results, but for the process itself? To balance competition, work, family, and still find joy on the trails? In this episode …

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Robbie Rorich: The Joy of Running - Chasing Flow, Freedom & Wild Adventures 47:18

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Send us a text 💭 “As a child, we have these amazing experiences… we don’t have to go too far from that to feel the same magic again.” — Robbie Rorich What does it mean to run for joy, not just results? How do you keep the spark alive when running becomes serious? How can you step onto the trail and find freedom, flow, and adventure in every stride?…

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Ep 255 - How Two Investors Scaled from Co-Living to 80 STRs with Blake Anthony Carter and Jeremy Courtney 37:34

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Blake and Jeremy went from managing shared co-living spaces to running 80 short-term rental properties. In this episode, they share the systems, deals, and mindset that made it possible. • How they pivoted from co-living to STRs • The growth path from a handful of units to 80 • Systems they rely on to keep operations tight • The partnerships that a…

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What It Really Takes to Run a Top STR Management Company | The STR Scale Show with Mike Reilly | Ep 24 26:39

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Being the #1 property manager in the U.S. isn’t all glamour—it’s grind. In this episode, we dive into what it takes to scale, the operational demands behind success, and how to grow without sacrificing your life. • How the top U.S. property manager was built since 2021 • The workload reality behind rapid STR growth • Why work-life balance is elusiv…

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Ep 254 - How to Buy Back Your Time and Scale Your STR Business Faster 30:21

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Most STR owners get stuck putting out fires instead of building the business they actually want. In this episode, we break down the systems, hiring moves, and mindset shifts that free you from the day-to-day grind—so you can grow faster. • Why you always need that next big goal • The real reason we become entrepreneurs: time control • How to qualif…

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What You Actually Missed at STR WealthCon (and Why It Matters for STRs) | The STR Scale Show with Mike Reilly | Ep 23 28:00

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This episode is a behind-the-scenes look at the latest STR WealthCon. From attracting 30 members to the mastermind to tactical takeaways from a 2000+ person event, we break it all down. • Why raw content works better than polished • The one onboarding question that reveals true goals • STR WealthCon recap: biggest takeaways • How to get ROI from li…

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Blake Dyson: The Gift of Trails — Building Community, Safety & Purpose on the Mountain 1:03:18

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Send us a text 💭 “Trails connect us to wild spaces, to communities, and to ourselves.” — Blake Dyason What does it really mean to give back to the places we run? To protect the paths that hold our best memories, our hardest moments, and the people we’ve met along the way? In this episode of Trail Chasers, host Dean Horwitz is joined by Blake Dyason…

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Ep 253 -The Architecture of Living: Why Design Should Fit Your Real Life with Zeke Freeman 38:25

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Most homes look good on paper. But they’re not designed for how people actually *live.* In this episode, guest architect Zeke Freeman shares the hidden design flaws baked into most houses — and how his process reshapes spaces around *real human behavior.* Whether you’re remodeling a home, designing an Airbnb, or dreaming about your next property, t…

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Jeremy Bohnett: Chief of Stoke — From Basement Brews to Trail-Running Fuel Made for Trail Runners by Trail Runners 41:46

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Send us a text 💭 “We’re just a bunch of trail runners trying to solve a problem we’ve had ourselves.” Jeremy Bohnett didn’t set out to build a sports nutrition brand. But when his best friend started mixing powders in his basement, something clicked. That something became Hyperlyte—a no-BS fuel made by trail runners, for trail runners. In this seco…

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Ally Sieff: From Trail Snail to Trail Runner—Embracing the Pace & Owning the Journey 46:46

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Send us a text 💭 “I used to feel so embarrassed being the slow one. Now? I just embrace it. Trail on one sock, snail on the other.” — Ally Sieff What does your first year of trail running really look like? The nerves. The falls. The group runs where you get dropped. The slow, quiet wins that no one sees. In this episode of Trail Chasers, host Dean …

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Ep 252 - The 5 Sales Principles Every STR Closer Needs to Master with Adam Stein 44:18

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If you want to win in cohosting, you need to sell. In this episode, Adam breaks down the 5 core sales frameworks he teaches to high-performance closers in STR and beyond. From reframing rejection to diagnosing like a doctor, this is the mindset, structure, and clarity that separates amateurs from closers. What You’ll Learn: The “doctor frame” for e…

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Most STRs Fail Because They Cut Corners (Here’s the Math) | The STR Scale Show with Mike Reilly | Ep 22 29:38

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Most people lose in STR because they think small. This episode breaks down exactly why $150K–$200K is now the minimum to win, and how to outpace the competition by investing in what actually matters. You’ll learn: • How Mike’s team turned a $715K property into a 26%+ cash-on-cash winner • Why outdated listings are getting crushed in today’s market …

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Ep 251 - The Airbnb Roll-Up Strategy No One’s Talking About with Patryk Swietek 41:03

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He’s not managing Airbnbs, he’s buying the companies that do. In this episode, Patrick breaks down his roll-up strategy for short-term rental management businesses, focusing on Joshua Tree. You’ll learn: • How to value STR property management companies • The hidden formula top performers are using (4.9+ reviews + max RevPAR) • How he’s creating add…

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Episode 61. Audrey Leishman - Beating the Odds: From a 5% chance of survival to flourishing in life 51:34

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In this episode I had the privilege of chatting to Audrey Leishman, who fought through the battle of her life at age 31 to survive a fight with sepsis which gave her a 5% chance of survival and 5 days in a coma. Learning about sepsis and listening to her story was extremely powerful and I encourage you all to give it a listen and make yourself awar…

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Mariella Sawyer: Trail Running Nutrition Simplified—Fuel, Hydration & Energy Tips That Work 1:02:43

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Send us a text 💭 “Fasted training. That’s the one that gets me. If you want to raise my blood pressure, bring up fasted training.” — Mariella Sawyer What if your low energy, cramping, or mental fog on the trails isn’t a fitness issue… but a fuelling one? In this episode of Trail Chasers, we’re joined by Mariella Sawyer—professional triathlete, regi…

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How the Cogmans Trail Run Became a Winter Classic | Robert Le Brun on Running Wild and Free 21:10

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Send us a text 💭 "We just wanted to bring people together to experience the beauty of Montagu's trails." – Robert Le Brun What happens when a trail runner with a dream sets out to showcase one of South Africa’s hidden gems? If you're Robert Le Brun AKA Brundle, you create the Cogmans Trail Run—a community-driven race through the rugged, beautiful t…

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The Tax Loophole That Can Wipe Out $40K (Even With 1 Property) | The STR Scale Show with Mike Reilly | Ep 21 19:28

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The new Trump-era bill just brought back 100% bonus depreciation and STR owners are about to get a massive tax break. In this episode, we break down exactly how the short-term rental tax loophole works, how you can use it to eliminate 5–6 figures of taxable income, and what rules you must follow to stay IRS-compliant. Whether you own 1 property or …

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Ep 250 - Why Hosts Are Ditching Airbnb for Midterm Rentals with Furnished Finder CEO Jeff Hurst 46:37

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Furnished Finder’s CEO, Jeff, joins us to break down why thousands of hosts are moving away from Airbnb and into the booming midterm rental space. In this episode: • Jeff’s journey from VRBO and Expedia to Furnished Finder • Why monthly rentals are the most underserved niche in real estate • How to price your MTR listings for max profit • The 3 typ…

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Hans Troyer: Big Energy, Bigger Dreams – The Kid Who Can Go the Distance 48:08

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Send us a text 💭 “I just fell in love with it—and now I can’t stop.” Hans Troyer is only 10 races into his trail running journey, but he’s already bringing serious energy, heart, and chaos to the sport. Known as The Destroyer, Hans is the kind of runner you notice—not because of podiums, but because of pure passion. In this international debut of T…

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Janet Steer: Starting Late, Going Long — Why It’s Never Too Late to Try 52:57

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Send us a text 💭 “If there’s a fizz of possibility, I’m there.” – Janet Steer What if your greatest endurance strength wasn’t speed but the willingness to start? In this episode of Trail Chasers, we meet Janet Steer: mom of three, late starter, and now a back-of-the-pack ultrarunner who’s taken on the Gobi Desert March, the UTCT 100-miler and most …

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Airbnb Just Changed Your Cancellation Policy…And You Might Not Even Know It | The STR Scale Show with Mike Reilly | Ep 20 14:10

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Airbnb quietly changed the rules, and if you’re not paying attention, you could be giving refunds you didn’t agree to. In this episode, we break down exactly what changed and what to do about it. Here’s what you’ll learn: • Why Airbnb is auto-switching hosts to a “Firm” policy, without clear consent • What happened to the original Strict policy (sp…

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Ep 249 - How They Went from Helping One Homeowner to Building a Thriving STR Portfolio with Joe Rohne 38:38

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What started as a favor for one struggling homeowner turned into a multi-property, multi-market STR business, and a system built on honesty, hard lessons, and smart investing. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why most first-time hosts shouldn’t expect a profit (and what to aim for instead) • The $65K reno gamble that paid off, plus how to pitch own…

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James Montgomery: Run with Purpose—How Coaching Helps You Grow on and off the Trails 1:16:54

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Send us a text 💭 “The most important thing you can do as a coach is respect that you don’t know everything.” What if unlocking your trail running potential wasn’t about running harder—but about learning to do less, better? In this episode of Trail Chasers, we sit down with James Montgomery—trail running coach, performance strategist, and co-founder…