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Bradie Webb Podcasts
I’ve spent over 20 years studying the emotions and experiences that bring meaning and purpose to our lives, and if there’s one thing I’ve learned it’s this: we are hardwired for connection, and connecting requires courage, vulnerability, and conversation. I want this to be a podcast that’s real, unpolished, honest, and reflects both the magic and the messiness of what it means to be human. Episodes will include conversations with the people who are teaching me, challenging me, confusing me, ...
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A podcast for mortgage loan officers and entrepreneurs to help them increase their business and have more freedom.
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Episode 54: The Ups and Downs Top Producers Can Go Through and How to Always Get Back on Track
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29:08In this powerful episode of the Loan Officer Growth Podcast, host Richard Smith sits down with Eddie Fooshang, Branch Manager & Loan Officer at Southwest Funding. Eddie shares his personal journey through the highs and lows of being a top-producing loan officer, and what it really takes to push through the tough times and bounce back stronger. Eddi…
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Episode 53: Webinar: Tools to Use When Working with a Virtual Assistant ft. Gerard Arboleda
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20:23In this exciting and insightful episode of Loan Officer Growth, host Richard Smith sits down with Gerard Arboleda, Co-founder of Remote Assistant Scout, to explore the essential tools every loan officer, real estate pro, and entrepreneur should be using when working with a virtual assistant. Gerard shares his expert knowledge on how to streamline y…
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Episode 52: How YourAppointmentGenie.com Books Realtor Appointments FOR YOU – with Gerard Arboleda
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16:25In this special episode of Loan Officer Growth, the tables are turned! Gerard Arboleda, Co-founder of Remote Assistant Scout, takes the interviewer’s seat to ask host Richard Smith all about YourAppointmentGenie.com—the revolutionary service that books qualified Realtor® appointments for loan officers, so they can focus on closing deals instead of …
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Episode 51: Social Media Magic: How Chelsea Gardner Turns Small Businesses into Big Brands
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24:16In this exciting episode of Loan Officer Growth, host Richard Smith sits down with Chelsea Gardner, the dynamic Founder of Fully Aligned Marketing. Chelsea shares her journey from managing marketing for major healthcare corporations to launching her own agency, where she transforms small businesses into thriving brands through the power of social m…
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Episode 50: Winning at Homeownership: Brady Webb’s Guide to Smarter Mortgages
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22:36In this milestone 50th episode of the Loan Officer Growth Podcast, host Richard Smith sits down with Brady Webb, President of American Mortgage Solutions, to discuss winning strategies for homeownership and smarter mortgage decisions. With over a decade of experience in the mortgage industry, Brady shares expert insights on securing the best financ…
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Episode 49: Work Less, Grow More: The Power of Virtual Assistants ft. Ginger Bell
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33:24In this exciting episode of the Loan Officer Growth Podcast, host Richard Smith sits down with the dynamic Ginger Bell, CEO of Go2Training. Ginger is a best-selling author, Emmy-winning producer, and a thought leader in leadership, educational marketing, and digital engagement. With over 25 years of experience, she has revolutionized professional b…
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Episode 48: Dave Brown: The Coach Behind $4 Billion in Success and Transformational Growth
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35:38Welcome to another episode of the Loan Officer Growth Podcast! In Episode 48, host Richard Smith sits down with Dave Brown, Owner & CEO of Impact Training. With over 20,000 hours of coaching experience and a track record of leading teams to an astonishing $4 billion in closed loan production in just three years, Dave is a powerhouse in leadership a…
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Episode 47: Work Less: Grow More Webinar - How to Use Virtual Assistants to Streamline Your Mortgage Business
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53:55In this special webinar episode of the Loan Officer Growth Podcast, host Richard Smith dives into the game-changing strategies for leveraging virtual assistants to streamline your mortgage business. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the day-to-day tasks of your loan officer career, this episode is for you! Learn how to save time, reduce stress, an…
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Episode 46: The Value of Networking with Financial Advisors
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22:31In this exciting episode of the Loan Officer Growth podcast, host Richard Smith sits down with David E. Holland, Jr., President & Sr. Loan Officer of HMA Mortgage, to discuss the power of networking with financial advisors and its transformative impact on the mortgage business. With over 20 years of experience in the mortgage industry, David has bu…
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Episode 45: Flourish First: Thriving Through the Success of Others
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24:17Welcome to Episode 45 of the Loan Officer Growth podcast, hosted by Richard Smith! This week, we’re diving into the inspiring journey of Scottie Campbell, Founder & CEO of Waymaker Mortgage Co.. In this episode titled “Flourish First: Thriving Through the Success of Others,” Scottie shares the philosophy and mission behind his company—delivering a …
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Episode 44: Podcast Leadership Matters with Co-Author Richard Smith
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31:19In this exciting episode of the Loan Officer Growth podcast, the tables are turned! Your host, Richard Smith, steps into the guest seat as Irene Duford, Visionary Founder and Owner of Loan Team Training, takes the mic. Together, they dive into the inspiration, challenges, and lessons behind the newly released book, Leadership Matters. Get an exclus…
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VP Kamala Harris on Courageous Leadership and Winning in 2024
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1:03:58A conversation with Vice President Kamala Harris about the strength and fragility of democracy, the power of strong coalitions and collaborations, and how a commitment to justice and fairness can both ground us and drive action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Vox Media Podcast Network
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Grief, Laughter, and Sisterhood: Losing Our Mom and Holding On to Each Other
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52:51The sisters are back and we're talking about loss, dementia, grief, and how we try to choose laughter and therapy over a fist fight when things get really tough. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Vox Media Podcast Network
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Dr. Heather Cox Richardson on Democracy Awakening: Notes on the State of America, Part 2 of 2
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43:45In Part 2 of my conversation with historian Dr. Heather Cox Richardson, we unpack the history and mythology that's driving some of the biggest issues in our country. Leaning into the power of narrative and story, she explains how democracies die more often through the ballot box than with guns and tanks. It’s a hard and hopeful conversation and abs…
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Episode 43: Interview with Mortgage VA Lucille Ann
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23:55In this exciting episode of Loan Officer Growth, host Richard Smith sits down with Lucille Ann, a seasoned Mortgage Virtual Assistant from Remote Assistant Scout. Lucille Ann shares her expertise on how virtual assistants can help loan officers streamline their processes, boost productivity, and ultimately grow their businesses. With years of exper…
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Dr. Heather Cox Richardson on Democracy Awakening: Notes on the State of America, Part 1 of 2
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1:06:25In Part 1 of my conversation with historian Dr. Heather Cox Richardson, we talk about the current threats to American democracy, what's at stake in November, and how we can strengthen our country if we can find the political will. They say don’t meet your heroes, but I’m so glad I did — this is one of my all time favorite conversations. I love how …
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Episode 42: Mortgage Virtual Assistant Success Interview
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21:39In this episode of Loan Officer Growth, your host Richard Smith sits down with Kristina Madrigal, a seasoned Virtual Assistant at Remote Assistant Scout, along with guest co-host Gerard Arboleda, the Co-founder of Remote Assistant Scout. Together, they dive deep into how virtual assistants can play a pivotal role in growing your mortgage business. …
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Dr. Mary Claire Haver on the New Menopause
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1:01:47Dr. Mary Claire Haver is a board-certified OB/GYN who has helped thousands of women through perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. In this conversation, we discuss the power of unlearning and relearning and her ongoing fight for women’s health in every decade of their lives. We also talk about the growing “menoposse” — a group of thought leaders and…
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Roxane Gay on “Stand Your Ground: A Black Feminist Reckoning with America’s Gun Problem”
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1:11:38I talk with one of my favorite cultural critics, Roxane Gay, about her long-form essay on Black gun ownership. We discuss how the gun industry frames women as victims in waiting and the importance of dismantling the trope of the “good man with a gun." We also delve into the societal cost of our resisting, rejecting, and resenting nuance and the imp…
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Dr. Sarah Lewis on The Unseen Truth: When Race Changed Sight in America
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54:55In this episode, Dr. Sarah Lewis joins me again to talk about her new book, The Unseen Truth: When Race Changed Sight in America. With examples from her historical research, she walks me through the power of visual culture in generating equity and justice. We talk about how what we see and what’s left unseen shapes everything we believe about ourse…
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Valarie Kaur on Sage Warrior: Wake to Oneness, Practice Pleasure, Choose Courage, Become Victory
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1:12:13Civil rights leader Valarie Kaur is building a movement to reclaim love as a force for justice, healing, and transformation in America. In this episode, we talk about what led Valarie to courageously explore Sikh ancestral wisdom, how her ancestors’ truths parallel what I’ve learned from the research, and how we need both the eyes of a sage and the…
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Episode 41: Today, Gerard and Richard interview a real-life mortgage virtual assistant.
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16:32Join us for Episode 41 of the Loan Officer Growth podcast, where hosts Richard Smith and special guest host Gerard Arboleda, Co-founder of Remote Assistant Scout, sit down with Kim Carlo, a seasoned Virtual Assistant making waves in the mortgage industry. Kim shares his journey, the challenges he helps loan officers overcome, and why a Virtual Assi…
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Episode 40: How do I manage my Virtual Assistant? We answer this question and more....
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16:25In this exciting 40th episode of the Loan Officer Growth podcast, your host Richard Smith sits down with Gerard Arboleda, Co-founder of Remote Assistant Scout. Gerard shares his insights on managing virtual assistants effectively, addressing common challenges, and providing practical tips to ensure your remote team is as productive as possible. Con…
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Episode 39: Adam Crosley shares how he helps coach Realtors and get leads from his heart to help!
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32:06In this exciting episode of Loan Officer Growth, your host Richard Smith sits down with Adam Crosley, a dedicated Loan Officer at Crown Home Mortgage. Adam shares his unique approach to coaching realtors and generating leads by truly connecting from the heart. Adam Crosley is known for his commitment to helping real estate professionals succeed. Wi…
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Episode 38: What can I have my virtual assistant do for my mortgage business?
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21:40Welcome to Episode 38 of the Loan Officer Growth podcast! In this exciting episode, your host Richard Smith sits down with Gerard Arboleda, Co-founder of Remote Assistant Scout. Join us as we dive into the world of virtual assistants and explore how they can revolutionize your mortgage business. Gerard shares his expertise on leveraging virtual ass…
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Episode 37: Navigating Mortgage Complexity with Adriana Bates of Clear Mortgage LLC
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24:15Tune in to this episode of the "Loan Officer Growth" podcast as we dive into the daily routines and industry strategies with Adriana Bates, Broker/Owner of Clear Mortgage LLC. Adriana shares her personal insights and professional tips on navigating the complex mortgage industry, discussing how her structured daily routine contributes significantly …
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Brené and Barrett reflect on the "Living Beyond Human Scale" Podcast Series
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44:14In this episode Brené and Barrett discuss their learnings on AI and social media and some of their favorite nuggets from each of the guests in the series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Vox Media Podcast Network
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Episode 36: Inside the Strategy Room of Crown's Mortgage Master, Adam Crosley
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25:58Episode 36: Inside the Strategy Room of Crown's Mortgage Master, Adam Crosley Welcome to another enriching episode of the Loan Officer Growth podcast! In this installment, we sit down with Adam Crosley, the insightful Regional Manager of Crown Home Mortgage. Dive deep with us into the strategies that drive success in today's mortgage landscape. Ada…
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Episode 35: Stability Speaks: Brian Arnold on Empowering Communities through Real Estate
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29:08Episode 35: Stability Speaks - Brian Arnold on Empowering Communities through Real Estate Welcome to a new episode of Loan Officer Growth, where we explore innovative ways to grow your business and increase your success. This episode features Brian Arnold, a seasoned Mortgage Broker from Mpire Financial, who is passionate about empowering communiti…
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Futurist Amy Webb on What's Coming (and What's Here)
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1:13:43Quantitative futurist Amy Webb talks to us about the three technologies that make up the "super cycle" that we're all living through right now: artificial intelligence, wearable devices, and biotechnology, and why, despite the unnerving change, we still need to do some serious future planning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.…
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Episode 34: Texas Loan Star: Eddie Skinner's Strategies for Smarter Mortgages
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33:14Episode 34: Texas Loan Star: Eddie Skinner's Strategies for Smarter Mortgages Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Loan Officer Growth podcast! In this episode, we're joined by Eddie Skinner, the broker and owner of Storehouse Mortgage. Eddie has carved a niche in the Texas real estate market with his straightforward and client-centered a…
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Episode 33: Learn How to Build a Thriving Business by Focusing on Niches
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38:14Episode 33: Niche to Win It with Patrick Fitzgerald In this must-listen episode of the Loan Officer Growth podcast, join your host, Richard Smith, as we dive deep into the world of niche mortgage lending with Patrick Fitzgerald, a seasoned Senior Loan Officer at Academy Mortgage Corporation. Patrick, known as "The VA Loan Guy," brings his wealth of…
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New York Times Journalists Jennifer Valentino-DeVries and Michael H. Keller on "A Marketplace of Girl Influencers Managed by Moms and Stalked by Men"
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1:10:37Brené interviews New York Times journalists Jennifer Valentino-DeVries and Michael H. Keller, who talk about their investigation into girl influencers and what's driving the larger influencer culture across social media. This is the fourth episode in our series on the possibilities and costs of living beyond human scale. Please note: As part of thi…
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Episode 32: What are Loan Officers having their VA's Do for them?
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22:59Join us on this enlightening episode of Loan Officer Growth, where we explore the dynamic role of Virtual Assistants (VAs) in revolutionizing the mortgage sector. Our special guest, Gerard Arboleda, the co-founder of Remote Assistant Scout, shares his invaluable insights on "What are Loan Officers having their VA's Do for them?" Discover how VAs ar…
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Dr. S. Craig Watkins on Why AI’s Potential to Combat or Scale Systemic Injustice Still Comes Down to Humans
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1:13:45In this episode, Brené and Craig discuss what is known in the AI community as the “alignment problem” — who needs to be at the table in order to build systems that are aligned with our values as a democratic society? And, when we start unleashing these systems in high stakes environments like education, healthcare, and criminal justice, what guardr…
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Dr. William Brady on Social Media, Moral Outrage and Polarization
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1:05:30This is the second episode in our series on the possibilities and costs of living beyond human scale. In this episode, Brené and William discuss group behavior on social media and how we show up with each other online versus offline. We’ll also learn about the specific types of content that fuel algorithms to amplify moral outrage and how they tie …
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Esther Perel on New AI – Artificial Intimacy
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1:05:40In this first episode in a series on the possibilities and costs of living beyond human scale, Brené and Esther Perel discuss how we manage the paradox of exploring the world of social media and emerging technologies while staying tethered to our humanness. How do we create IRL relationships where we see and value others and feel seen and valued in…
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