Best The Enlightened Investor Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 264 - Craig Curelop’s Final Invest2Fi Episode | 5 Years of Real Estate Growth & Co-Living 6:44

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After over five years and more than 260 episodes, host Craig Curelop, known as The FI Guy and a leading voice in real estate investing and financial independence, announces the bittersweet farewell of the Invest2FI Podcast. In this short but heartfelt episode, Craig reflects on the podcast’s incredible journey, lessons learned from scaling and focu…

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The Dance of Recovery: Movement, Meaning + Mental Health with Anita Shultz 1:00:07

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What happens when movement becomes medicine and dance becomes a doorway to healing? In this episode of GET IN, I sit down with Nia Blue Belt teacher and addiction recovery advocate Anita Shultz, whose personal journey of healing from Alcohol Use Disorder, to reclaiming her voice and purpose is a living testimony to the transformational power of Nia…

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Life’s Inflection Points and Real Estate Freedom: Whitney Elkins-Hutten on Resilience, Career Shifts, and Redefining Wealth 51:53

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In this episode of From Adversity to Abundance, host Jamie Bateman sits down with Whitney Elkins-Hutten, a real estate investor, educator, and the Director of Investor Education at PassiveInvesting.com. Whitney’s journey is not just about building wealth—it’s about navigating real-life challenges, pivoting when necessary, and using adversity as a c…

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Episode 263 - Real Estate With Purpose: Building Sober Living Homes & Grants Explained with Jim Boad 46:03

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What if real estate could rebuild lives while building lasting wealth? In this 45-minute episode of Invest2FI, host Craig Curelop welcomes back real estate investor Jim Boad for an in-depth conversation about scaling success through trust, discipline, and purpose. Jim shares how he pivoted during COVID from struggling rentals to sober-living group …

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Episode 262 - Yoni Kaszynski’s Scrappy House Hack Playbook in Seattle–Tacoma: $623,000 Triplex, $6,300 Gross, Camper Hack, 5% Down, Pierce County ADU Puzzles, and More 49:12

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Ever wondered how to invest in one of the most expensive housing markets in America and still make it profitable? In this inspiring episode of Invest2FI, host Craig Curelop is with Yoni Kaszynski, a scrappy real estate investor who turned a high-cost Seattle market into a powerful cash-flow machine. Yoni reveals how he financed his projects with a …

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Guts & Grace Leadership - Awakening + Transforming the Power of Women with LeeAnn Mallorie 1:03:26

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In this soul-stirring conversation, I sit down with embodied leadership pioneer LeeAnn Mallorie to explore what it means to lead from the body, live from the feminine, and walk your talk in today's complex world. From her roots in somatic coaching, Aikido, and Nia, to her groundbreaking work with mission-driven women leaders, LeeAnn shares how true…

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1517 Fund: The Maverick VC Betting on Teens to Outbuild Ivy Leaguers 56:29

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In this episode of the Something Ventured podcast, I spend time with Danielle Strachman and Michael Gibson, the people behind 1517 Fund. 1517 is a venture capital firm that defies Silicon Valley's fixation on elite credentials from Stanford, Harvard and the like. Their paths to venture capital are anything but typical. Danielle shares how her 20 ye…

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Episode 261 - Maui Airbnb to Gilbert Lake House Reverse 1031 — Financial Independence with Mike Neubauer 54:39

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What if one “smelly” condo became the springboard to financial independence, luxury short-term rentals, and a reverse 1031 into a waterfront Arizona home? In this Invest2FI episode, Craig is with Maui-based investor and former firefighter Mike Neubauer about turning creative strategy into real results. You’ll hear how Mike and his wife Caroline tar…

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Episode 260 - Dustin Heiner’s Real Estate Journey: From California County IT Job to Building Passive Income and Retiring by 37 1:01:35

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What if your “safe” job was the very thing keeping you from true financial independence? In this episode of Invest2FI, Craig Curelop interviews Dustin Heiner, founder of Master Passive Income and REWBCON. Dustin shares how he left his county IT job in California in 2006 and built a real estate portfolio in Phoenix, Arizona, that generated enough ca…

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Ocean Within - Flow, and the Art of Moving Like Water with Britta Von Tagen 31:04

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In this episode, I sit down with Nia Trainer Britta von Tagen to explore her newest choreography, Ocean. Rooted in her decades of Nia practice, her background in education, and her Black Belt mastery in Tai Chi and Kung Fu, Britta brings a depth of somatic knowledge and a love for the Earth's waters into her movement art. Ocean is more than choreog…

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From Pro Skier to Chronic Illness to $28 Million in Sales: Athena Brownson on Identity, Adversity, and Serving Through Real Estate 54:57

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In this episode of From Adversity to Abundance, host Jamie Bateman sits down with Athena Brownson, a former professional skier turned powerhouse real estate agent, investor, and developer. Athena opens up about her journey through debilitating health struggles—including a career-ending injury, chronic Lyme disease, and eight surgeries—while simulta…

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SPECIAL EPISODE: Living Sensually with Lissa Rankin 40:00

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Dr. Lissa Rankin—TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and co-creator of the upcoming book YOU-Turn brings her pioneering work at the intersection of science, spirituality, and trauma-informed healing. With my own story of rediscovering my body through movement, breath, and joy, the two of us weave science and soul, art and medicine, into an inspiring …

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Episode 259 - From Army Infantry to Real Estate Investor: How Jim Boad, an Army Veteran, Built a Portfolio Starting with $15K Deals 1:01:51

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What does it take to leave the Army Infantry and build a 25-year real estate career across Arizona and beyond? In this episode, Craig sits down with Jim Boad, a seasoned investor who has seen every cycle of the housing market. Jim shares his journey from serving in the U.S. Army to navigating his first deal with just $15,000, tackling properties wi…

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From Childhood Abandonment to Sales Leadership: Merriah Harkins on Emotional Resilience, Private Credit, and Earning Investor Trust 1:02:30

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In this episode of From Adversity to Abundance, host Jamie Bateman speaks with Merriah Harkins, Senior Sales Officer at Lukrom, a private investment firm with a focus on private credit. While Merriah has built a powerhouse career in sales and investor relations—with over 25 years of experience driving revenue and client retention—her professional s…

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Mastering the Inner Game of Leadership – Beyond Ego and Less Drama with Cy Wakeman 53:04

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What if the key to transformational leadership wasn't about controlling chaos, but eliminating the drama that fuels it? In this episode of GET IN, I sit down with Cy Wakeman—drama researcher, best-selling author, and leadership visionary—to explore the revolutionary practice of Reality-Based Leadership beyond ego with less drama. From boardrooms to…

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Episode 258 - Brian Gubernick on Scaling 700+ Real Estate Deals, Mastering Short Sales, and Growing Teams Across Phoenix and Beyond 1:09:08

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What does it take to survive a market crash, build a real estate business in seven cities, and close 700+ deals, all starting from a CPA background? In this high-impact episode of Invest2FI, Craig welcomes Brian Gubernick, who is the Chief Real Estate Officer at PLACE and is widely recognized as an experienced leader in the real estate industry. Wh…

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Episode 257 - Multi-Million Co-Living Strategy Revealed: Sam Wegert on Airbnb, Scaling & Tenant Success 59:23

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What if your teenage side hustle grew into a real estate empire? In this episode of Invest2FI, guest Sam Wegert shares how he started his first martial arts studio, scaling it into multiple schools before pivoting into real estate. Today, Sam manages over $10 million in co-living and short-term rental properties across markets like Richmond, Austin…

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Frank Rotman: The Midas List Veteran on Building Fintech Empires at Capital One and QED Investors 50:47

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In this episode I talk with Frank Rotman, Founding Partner and Chief Investment Officer of QED Investors, a leading fintech-focused venture capital firm managing $4.3 billion that has backed over 200 companies. A seven-time Forbes Midas List honoree, Frank shares his remarkable journey—from shaping Capital One's groundbreaking, data-driven strategy…

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Episode 256 - The Power of Partnership: Ramon Casaus Talks Game-Changing Decisions in Real Estate 53:01

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What if the future of real estate wasn’t just about commissions, but about building lifelong wealth and client loyalty? In this episode of the Invest2FI Podcast, host Craig sits down with Ramon Casaus. He is a powerhouse real estate leader who built an independent brokerage in Albuquerque, expanded virtually across New Mexico, and later scaled his …

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A Creative and Mindful Approach to Learning and Leadership with Mariale Hardiman 1:01:52

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What if your classroom, or your life, could become a place of joyful learning guided by the brain's natural design? In this episode of GET IN, I sit down with Dr. Mariale M. Hardiman, Professor Emeritus at John Hopkins University, and the author and creator of the The Brain-Targeted Teaching Model: A Framework for Joyful Learning and Leading. Toget…

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Episode 255 - ADU Investing, Real Estate Development, and Financial Independence With Phil Daughton 57:00

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What if you could solve the housing crisis and build wealth at the same time? In this episode of Invest2FI, Craig is joined by Phil Daughton, a general contractor with extensive experience in ADU (Additional Dwelling Unit) builds. Together, they discuss the exciting potential of ADUs as a solution to the affordable housing crisis. Phil shares his i…

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Episode 254 - From One Apartment to Thousands: Sergii Starostin’s Co-Living Growth Playbook 52:00

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What if you could turn one rented apartment into a thriving 2,000-room co-living empire? In this episode of Invest2FI, Sergii Starostin shares his journey from working in healthcare in Ukraine to pioneering co-living operations in New York City. Discover how Sergii turned a single 6-bedroom rental into a scalable business model. He shares how he at…

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Awaken the Sacred Body: Food, Movement & Imperfect Action with Damian Jardim 1:01:07

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In this soulful episode of GET IN, I welcome Damian Jardim—culinary-trained chef, Nia White Belt teacher, and radiant guide of embodied self-healing. Damian's journey is one of courageous transformation: from disconnection and perfectionism to a life rooted in joy, plant-based nourishment, and movement as medicine. Together, we explore what it mean…

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Episode 253 - Turning a Small Investment into High-Yield Real Estate Returns with David Edwards 52:26

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How do you turn a seemingly bad investment into a profitable real estate venture? In this episode, Craig sits down with David Edwards, a Houston-based co-living operator, investor, and founder of CoLiving Operations. Dave shares how he left a shaky data analyst job to pursue real estate full time. From his first $65K house in January 2020 (turned p…

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Designing for Meaning and the Regenerative Path of Sensation, Systems, and Soul with Karri Winn 1:07:53

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What if your body could speak in symbols, your business pulsed with purpose, and your leadership danced with the Earth? In this episode of GET IN, I sit down with Karri Winn—regenerative designer, conviviologist, sensation scientist, and soul strategist—for an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation. Together we explore what it means to curate…

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Episode 252 - How Craig Curelop Turned 5 House Hacks into $1M Equity and $10K Monthly Cash Flow 23:22

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What if you could live rent-free and build over a million dollars in equity within just a few years? In this powerful solo episode of Invest2FI, Craig Curelop breaks down his real estate investing journey from his very first duplex in Denver in 2017 to building a portfolio of five house hacks that now generate over $10,000 per month in cash flow an…

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Episode 251 - From Prison to Profits: Real Estate Journey & Financial Freedom with Alex Donnolo 58:30

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What happens when you start with a 10-year prison sentence—and end up managing over $50 million in real estate assets? In this powerful episode of the Invest2FI, Craig Curelop welcomes Alex Donnolo: a real estate expert, public speaker, and former inmate with a story that defies the odds. Alex Donnolo’s life wasn’t always destined for success. Lear…

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Episode 250 - Achieve Financial Freedom through Real Estate With Scott Trench’s Proven Tips 51:39

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Are you wondering how real estate can fast-track your journey to financial freedom? In this episode of Invest2FI, host Craig Curelop sits down with Scott Trench, a real estate investor, author, and former CEO of BiggerPockets to talk about why he walked away after 7 years at the helm. Scott opens up about leadership, burnout, identity, and what’s n…

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The Body Remembers: Awakening the Mind to Heal with Cornelia Merk 1:00:04

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In this episode of GET IN, I sit down with Cornelia Merk—holistic health practitioner, author, Nia teacher, and creator of TRIVAnetics—to explore the extraordinary power of the body-mind connection in healing chronic pain. After experiencing spontaneous healing from debilitating shoulder and back pain, Cornelia dedicated her life to studying the in…

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Eric Ries: The Lean Startup Revolution in an AI-Driven World 55:41

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Eric Ries, entrepreneur and author of the bestselling book "The Lean Startup," ignited a movement that reshaped how founders and corporations build and scale businesses worldwide. Drawing from his experiences in Silicon Valley startups, Ries introduced a methodology centered on rapid experimentation and iterative development that encouraged entrepr…

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Episode 249 - No Job, No Money, No Problem: Fernando Corona’s Journey to Real Estate Success with Remote Investing 48:03

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What would you do if you had no money, no job, and no local connections—but wanted to build a real estate portfolio? In this episode of Invest2FI, Craig Curelop sits down with Fernando Corona, a real estate investor and private money expert who leveraged out-of-state co-living properties to build wealth from scratch. Fernando reveals how he went fr…

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Episode 248 - From Pro Soccer to Profitable House Hacks: Eric Lafon’s Road to Financial Independence Through Co-Living & Real Estate 55:56

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What do soccer and real estate investing have in common? Grit. In this episode of Invest2FI, Craig Curelop is with former professional soccer player turned house hacker, Eric Lafon. Eric shares his remarkable transition from a European soccer league to climbing the property ladder in Denver—while cash flowing $1,500/month in 2024’s high-rate market…

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Skeletons, Silence & Self-Worth With Fritz Liedtke 1:07:15

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In this powerful and heart-opening episode of GET IN, I sit down with photographer and author Fritz Liedtke, whose book Skeleton in the Closet: Eating Disordered Lives gives voice and visibility to those living with anorexia and bulimia. Through raw storytelling and stunning portraiture, Fritz offers a deeply intimate look into the emotional, psych…

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Episode 247 - Achieving Financial Freedom: Craig Curelop's Mid-Year Update on Goals, Growth, and Real Estate Investing 17:55

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In this episode of Invest2FI, Craig Curelop, shares his personal and professional journey in 2025. Reflecting on his goals for the year, Craig provides updates on his progress in key areas such as health, spirituality, personal growth, and real estate investing. From intentional health choices and improving posture to deepening his faith and planni…

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Episode 246 - Chad Rocke’s Real Estate Flip Journey: Key Lessons on Budgeting, Permits, and Project Management 45:51

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Chad Rocke’s Real Estate Flip Journey: Key Lessons on Budgeting, Permits, and Project Management Are you considering flipping a house but unsure about the risks and rewards? In this episode Chad Rocke, the lead agent at The Five Team, returns to share his firsthand experience from a recent real estate flip. He discusses the challenges and key lesso…

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The Body and Life as a Spiritual, Self-Evolving Gateway with Sarah Marshank 59:11

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In this episode of GET IN, I sit down with Sarah Marshank—visionary author of Redefining Being Selfish: My Journey from Escort to Monk to Me, and founder of Selfistry—to explore how the body and life are not obstacles to awakening, but profound gateways to becoming an empowered, evolving spiritual being. Together, we dive into what it truly means t…

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A Summer Break: Why I'm Hitting Pause and How You Can Help Us Come Back Stronger 11:37

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In this heartfelt solo episode, host Jamie Bateman steps behind the mic to share some personal reflections and an important update: From Adversity to Abundance is taking a brief summer pause. After 3+ years of consistent podcasting and over 170 powerful episodes, Jamie opens up about his decision to step back for the summer — to savor precious time…

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Episode 245 - From Zero to House Hacker: How Tony Cruz Built Wealth in Denver with Co-Living Real Estate Strategy 49:51

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What if your first real estate deal could pay your mortgage and fast-track financial independence? In this episode of Invest2FI, Craig sits down with Tony Cruz, a first-time house hacker who purchased a $650,000 single-family home in Lakewood, Colorado—all while living abroad in Peru. Tony shares how he saved $60,000 over three years, worked with a…

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Mastering Note Investing with Jamie Bateman and Mark Monroe 40:28

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In this special crossover episode, Jamie Bateman sits down with Mark Monroe from the Real Estate Power Play Podcast for an in-depth conversation about the ins and outs of mortgage note investing. Whether you’re brand new to the space or an experienced investor looking to sharpen your skills, this episode delivers actionable insights you can immedia…

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Episode 244 - The Simple Path to Wealth Explained: J.L. Collins on Index Funds, FI Strategy & Financial Freedom 1:07:21

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What if financial independence was simpler than you think? In this powerful episode Craig Curelop reconnects with a prominent figure in the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement J.L Collins, whose best-selling book The Simple Path to Wealth has helped millions unlock freedom through frugality and investing in index funds. This is not…

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A Man's Journey of Movement, Flow, and Healing with Dave Herndon 1:01:55

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Join me as I dive deep into the transformative power of movement and mindfulness with those who have embraced the Nia way of life. In this episode, I sit down with Dave Herndon—a Nia training graduate and dedicated Nia practitioner, healer, and FreeDance facilitator whose journey through Nia has been nothing short of life-changing. From surviving a…

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Episode Rerun: From Living in Her Car to Living on Her Own Island and Making a Global Impact with Britnie Turner 57:51

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In this inspiring rerun episode of From Adversity to Abundance, we revisit the remarkable story of Britnie Turner — a fearless entrepreneur who went from sleeping in her car to owning a private island resort in the British Virgin Islands. Originally one of our standout episodes, this conversation resurfaced in our recent interview with Dr. Noah St.…

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Episode 243 - Mastering Short-Term Rentals, Co-Living Investing & Real Estate Growth Strategies with Cliff Johnson 1:02:22

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Are you ready to discover how short-term rentals and co-living properties can transform your real estate investment returns? In this episode of Invest2FI, Craig Curelop is with Cliff Johnson, co-founder of Vakasa and current president of PadSplit, the leader in co-living rentals. Cliff shares his inspiring journey from attorney to real estate entre…

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From Poverty and Near Suicide to $3 Billion in Client Success: Mental Health Coach Noah St. John 42:28

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In this episode of From Adversity to Abundance, host Jamie Bateman sits down with Dr. Noah St. John, the father of Afformations and creator of Power Habits® for Real Estate Professionals. With 30 years of coaching experience and 25 books to his name, Noah shares his powerful story of growing up poor in a wealthy neighborhood and facing a moment of …