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Welcome to The Keystone Project Podcast — where faith meets action. Join brothers Charlie and James Greene as they bring you global stories of faith in action, honest conversations about culture and calling, and challenges that equip you to live boldly on mission. From remote villages to busy cities, you’ll hear how men and women around the world are making disciples, shaping culture, and advancing God’s Kingdom—right where they are. The Keystone Project is a global missions and discipleship ...
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STR Like The Best

Michael Chang

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Proven strategies and insights from successful STR investors and wealth-building experts. We share methods that help high-income earners protect their income, build lasting wealth, and compound their finances for the long term.
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Building PA Podcast

Building PA Podcast

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The Building PA Podcast serves the construction industry throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in brief, downloadable segments. Hosted by Chris Martin, President of Atlas Marketing, and Jon O’Brien, Executive Director for the Keystone Contractors Association, the Building PA Podcast covers topics such as safety, workforce development, insurance, legal, legislation, business development and much more.
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Keystone Reckoning Podcast

The Keystone Reckoning Project

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The most honest and unfiltered discussion about Pennsylvania progressive politics and policy anywhere. The Keystone Reckoning Project will shine a light on Pennsylvania Republicans at all levels of government in a blunt and brutally honest way, demonstrating that a new messaging strategy can change not only the narrative but, more importantly, the results on Election Day.
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Grapple

Keystone Crossroads

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From small towns to big cities — Grapple gives voice to people living and working in distressed communities. Through personal narratives and long-form storytelling, you hear conversations that tell the story of America’s profound economic and social changes — including how distressed communities have changed over time, what they’re grappling with today, and how they’re redefining themselves. Grapple’s first season takes you to a series of communities across Pennsylvania that were once vibran ...
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Underfunded

Public Interest Law Center

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Public school funding in Pennsylvania has been on the skids for decades now, but today, it’s doing real harm all over the state. And this isn’t by accident. PA’s legislature has created a system where the kids who need the most, get the least, usually because of where they live. So much so that across the Keystone State, 86% of public school students are attending schools that are underfunded. And lots of Pennsylvanians are saying enough is enough. Some of them have gone so far as to take th ...
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Great, personalized discussions keep you up-to-date on our local Not For Profit Organizations, and everything they are doing to improve the quality of life within Berks and the surrounding counties in South Central Pennsylvania.
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Send us a text In 2024, more Christians were killed in Nigeria than in all other nations combined. Entire villages were burned because they bore the name of Christ. Across the ocean in Mexico, pastors are being threatened, kidnapped, and even killed by cartels for standing for truth. In this episode, Ryan Brown — President of Open Doors US — joins …
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Your CPA says you make too much money. They say you work too many hours at your job. They say you need to be a real estate professional. All three of those statements are wrong. In this episode, Michael sits down with Amanda Han and Matt MacFarland from Keystone CPA, two of the leading tax experts in the short-term rental space, to break down exact…
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LEARN HOW I ANALYZE IF A PROPERTY WILL WORK AS A STR 🔥 https://strlikethebest.com/strlitmustest?utm_source=pod You're about to wire $150K for a down payment based on a revenue projection. But three different platforms just gave you three different numbers. Which one is real? In this episode, Michael sits down with Jae Seok An, founder of AirBtics a…
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On this episode, Lisa Trail talks to Sheri Arnette, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction for city schools. We learn about what her job entails and some of the things she is most excited about for this school year. We also talk to principal Dr. Caitlin Bullard and find out some of the incredible things that are happening at the Dis…
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Send us a text Join us for a special episode of The Keystone Project Podcast as we hear from some of the students from 14 countries who participated in our Fall 2025 international training program. These disciple-makers share their personal journeys — the challenges they faced, the breakthroughs they experienced, and the ways God transformed their …
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USE MY 5-STEP LITMUS TEST TO SEE THE PROFITABILITY OF A POTENTIAL PROPERTY: https://strlikethebest.com/litmuspod Q4 2025 Market Update: What's Actually Working Right Now Most people think high-income professionals are buying Airbnbs for cash flow. They're wrong. In this episode, Michael and Liz reveal the real reason why employees at Meta, Amazon, …
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In what's been called a "game changer for economic development", the Keystone Project promises to reshape downtown Murfreesboro. City Manager Darren Gore provides updates including financing information, a breakdown of each project phase and a timetable for the project itself. For more information about the Keystone Project, visit murfreesborotn.go…
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In this episode of the Building PA Podcast, co-hosts Jon O'Brien and Chris Martin welcome Lauren Maggi, a third-year architectural engineering student at Penn State University, who is currently interning on the exciting Beaver Stadium renovation project. Lauren shares her journey into the field of construction management, highlighting her unique mi…
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LEARN MY STR INVESTING & STRATEGIES 🔥 https://coaching.strlikethebest.com/7figureexit?utm_source=yt Part 4 — Taipei Series Part 3 explored how mentorship, consistency, and STR tax strategy turned business growth into leverage and legacy. Part 4 dives into how those same principles shape parenting, raising kids with judgment, integrity, and emotiona…
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In this episode of the Building PA Podcast, co-hosts Chris Martin and Jon O'Brien dive into the important topic of risk management in the construction industry. They are joined by experts Joe Poliafico and Skip Parry, who share their insights on how effective risk management can significantly impact a company's bottom line. The conversation kicks o…
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LEARN MY STR INVESTING & STRATEGIES 🔥https://strlikethebest.com/wealthyt Part 3 — Taipei Series Episode 2 showed how humility, metrics, and defined roles turned conflict into scale, systems + a global team protecting marriage and ROI; Episode 3: dives into building our media/education engine (mentors, consistency) and how STR tax strategy (incl. 10…
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Send us a text It’s a question that sparks debate wherever missions are discussed: 👉 Are missionaries colonizers—or genuine messengers of God? In this week’s episode of The Keystone Project Podcast, we take a hard look at both the criticisms and the reality of missionary work. Yes, history includes painful examples of cultural imperialism. But that…
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LEARN MY STR INVESTING & STRATEGIES 🔥https://strlikethebest.com/wealthyt Part 2 — Taipei Series In the previous episode, Michael and Liz shared how systems, tech, and a global team let them run ~40 STRs remotely. In this part of the series, they continue the conversation, diving into how they work together as a married team, balance decision-making…
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Send us a text In this episode of The Keystone Project Podcast, Charlie and James tackle the viral TikTok phenomenon known as RaptureTok, where millions believed Jesus would return on September 23 to rapture the church. Spoiler: it didn’t happen. With humor, Scripture, and cultural commentary, they separate truth from hype, play a fun game called “…
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LEARN MY STR INVESTING & STRATEGIES 🔥 https://strlikethebest.com/wealthyt From Taipei, Michael and Liz show how systems, tech, and a global team let them run ~40 STRs remotely, reclaim family time, and help clients save taxes while scaling. Episode Highlights: 1. Hands-off weekly hours, kids immersed with family and mandarin 2. Staff across 5 conti…
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Send us a text In this episode, we confront a troubling reality: in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, countless voices online have not only excused but openly celebrated violence and murder. We expose and respond to the most shocking reactions—highlighting how dangerous it is when hatred becomes normalized, and when human life is treated as…
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In this episode of the Building PA Podcast, co-hosts Jon O'Brien and Chris Martin dive into an engaging discussion about safety education in the construction industry with special guest Tracey Cekada, the chair of the Safety Sciences and Environmental Engineering Department at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP). We kick off the episode with a…
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Send us a text In this special edition episode of The Keystone Project Podcast, we reflect on the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk. While his death is deeply sorrowful, it calls us to look beyond politics and recognize the larger spiritual battle at work. Drawing parallels to the persecution of the early church, we explore how God often uses mo…
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Mayor McFarland joins The Insider, the City’s official podcast, to discuss Murfreesboro’s new “Better Way to Give” initiative—launched in August to encourage residents to support local charities that provide sustainable aid to the unhoused. New signs posted around the downtown Square feature a QR code linking to www.murfreesborotn.gov/BetterWay, wh…
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In this episode of the Building PA Podcast, co-hosts Jon O'Brien and Chris Martin welcome Kara McCaffrey, a construction industry rock star and chief wellness officer at Houck Group. Kara shares her journey from healthcare IT back to construction, driven by her passion for mental health and suicide prevention, especially after losing her brother to…
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In this episode of the Building PA Podcast, co-hosts Jon O'Brien and Chris Martin dive into the critical topic of connected construction workflows with our guest, Joe Hasson from Empower Business Solutions. As the construction industry continues to evolve, the importance of integrating technology into everyday operations cannot be overstated. We ki…
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In this episode of STR Like the Best, I sit down with John from Topkey—a financial operating system built specifically for property managers—to talk about the “unsexy” but absolutely essential side of running a short-term rental business: cash flow, expense tracking, and financial controls. We cover why cash (not revenue) is the single source of tr…
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In this episode of the Building PA Podcast, co-hosts Jon O'Brien and Chris Martin celebrate five years of podcasting while diving into a critical topic: opioid awareness and pain management in the context of surgery. They are joined by Brand Newland, the CEO and co-founder of Goldfinch Health, who brings a wealth of knowledge and a fresh perspectiv…
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In this episode of STR Like the Best, I sit down with Alex Alioto, Co-Founder and Head of Growth at Whimstay, an OTA built specifically to fill your last-minute and gap-night inventory. We break down why relying solely on Airbnb is like owning a stock portfolio with just one stock, how to think strategically about OTA distribution, and why last-min…
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In this episode of the Building PA Podcast, co-hosts Jon O'Brien and Chris Martin dive into a significant legal case that has captured the attention of the construction industry in Pennsylvania, the Clearfield County Jail case. Joined by legal expert Mike Pascoe from Ice Miller, the discussion centers around the implications of a legal doctrine kno…
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Send us a text What happens when AI tries to interpret speaking in tongues—and ancient Sumerian shows up? In this wild episode of The Keystone Project Podcast, Charlie and James dive into the viral “ChatGPT Tongues Challenge,” where technology meets the mysteries of the Spirit. Is it divine? Is it dangerous? Or just digital chaos? 🎯 Then it’s time …
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In this episode, I sit down with JJ King—STR operator, ex-product lead, and serial entrepreneur—who scaled from answering Craigslist ads to running a 300-unit property management company. We dive deep into the early rental arbitrage days in NYC, how a cold outreach strategy turned into a SaaS acquisition, and what it takes to scale a property busin…
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Send us a text What happens when artificial intelligence starts answering as if it’s the Son of God? In this episode of The Keystone Project Podcast, Charlie and James sit down to review a video they created—an interview with an AI chatbot trained to impersonate Jesus. The AI responds to deep questions about salvation, morality, identity, truth, an…
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In this episode of the Building PA Podcast, co-hosts Jon O'Brien and Chris Martin dive into an often-overlooked aspect of the construction industry: physical health. Joined by nurse practitioner and founder of Construction Care Solutions, Linde Collingwood, the conversation explores the unique health challenges faced by blue-collar workers, particu…
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In this week's episode, Michael Chang and Avery Carl, CEO of The Short-Term Shop, break down the brutal reality of today’s short-term rental market and why that’s exactly where the opportunity lies. If you want to thrive in today's market and position yourself for outsized returns, this episode is a must-listen. Subscribe for more STR investor stra…
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Send us a text In this powerful episode, we take a deep dive into the current condition of the church in Africa’s Giant, Nigeria — a nation filled with spiritual hunger, dynamic ministries, and a rapidly growing Christian population. But beyond the statistics lies a deeper question: Is the Church stepping outside its walls and engaging in the missi…
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JOIN MY FREE INVESTOR COMMUNITY FOR MONTHLY COACHING & DAILY WEALTH-BUILDING STRATEGIES 🔥 https://www.strlikethebest.com/insider In this episode, Michael Chang and Philip Kennard discuss the evolving landscape of short-term rentals, focusing on the importance of direct bookings versus relying solely on online travel agencies (OTAs) like Airbnb. The…
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JOIN MY FREE INVESTOR COMMUNITY FOR MONTHLY COACHING & DAILY WEALTH-BUILDING STRATEGIES 🔥 https://www.strlikethebest.com/insider In this episode of STR Like the Best, Michael Chang sits down with Jeff Illoulian, CEO of HostGPO, to explore how short-term rental operators can save money and streamline their furnishing process. Jeff shares his journey…
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In this exciting episode of the Building PA Podcast, co-hosts Jon O'Brien and Chris Martin welcome Brent Darnell, a renowned keynote speaker in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. As we celebrate the unique appearance of a Lego R2-D2 in the background, we dive into a thought-provoking discussion about the importance of e…
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Send us a text In this special episode of The Keystone Project Podcast, we highlight powerful moments from our Spring 2025 leadership training as students from around the world share their stories of transformation, calling, and obedience to the Great Commission. Hear firsthand testimonies of how God moved during the month-long training—including b…
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In this episode of the Building PA Podcast, co-hosts Chris Martin and Jon O'Brien delve into a significant topic affecting the construction industry in Pennsylvania: the Separations Act. With a history spanning over a century, the Separations Act mandates that public construction projects at the state and local levels must hire at least four separa…
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JOIN MY FREE INVESTOR COMMUNITY FOR MONTHLY COACHING & DAILY WEALTH-BUILDING STRATEGIES 🔥 https://www.strlikethebest.com/insider ⭐ In this conversation, Michael Chang interviews William Lucas, the chairman of Mint House, a leading company in corporate housing and short-term rentals. William shares his entrepreneurial journey, the inception of Mint …
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In this episode of the Building PA Podcast, co-hosts Chris Martin and Jon O'Brien welcome Pennsylvania State House Majority Leader Matt Bradford for an engaging discussion on leadership within the context of a divided government. Matt shares his background, growing up in Chester County and his journey through law school at Villanova, where he also …
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Send us a text Right now, families and whole communities are being torn apart in the DRC as conflict continues. As mainstream news chooses to look the other way, the time is critical for the body of Christ to respond. We are here to get you an inside perspective on what is actually going on in the DRC. In this episode of the Keystone Project Podcas…
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In this episode of the Building PA Podcast, co-hosts Jon O'Brien and Chris Martin welcome Michelle Tarquino from the Office of Transformation and Opportunity (OTO) to discuss the initiatives aimed at making Pennsylvania a more business-friendly state. Michelle, who serves as the transportation coordinator, shares insights into the challenges busine…
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In this episode of the Building PA Podcast, co-hosts Jon O'Brien and Chris Martin welcome Tom Scott, the Director of Safety at McClure Company, to discuss the critical topic of safety culture within the construction industry. The episode marks the fifth season of the podcast, which has a strong focus on safety, and highlights the importance of fost…
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In this episode of the Building PA Podcast, co-hosts Jon O'Brien and Chris Martin delve into the Keystone Contractors Association (KCA) scholarship program, now in its fourth year. Jon, representing the KCA, discusses the unique structure of the scholarship, which offers recurring financial support for up to four years to Pennsylvania residents pur…
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