Best Josh Reilly Podcasts (2025)

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How Mark Quit His Job, Scaled to 37 Units, and Doubled Revenue Without Spending a Dime | The STR Scale Show with Mike Reilly | Ep 19 18:21

4d ago18:21

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Mark had 11 Airbnb units, a full-time medical sales job, and barely any profit. Just 18 months later? He runs 37 listings, left his W-2, and built a profitable, freedom-filled business, all without using his own capital. In this episode, we break down exactly how he did it: The red flags in his arbitrage model that forced a pivot How he turned loss…

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Winning With New Wave, feat.Daniel Schuardt 1:07:27

4d ago1:07:27

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In this episode, I’m joined by one of the most original and dynamic minds in Jiu-Jitsu today — Daniel Schuardt.A black belt competitor and coach currently training under John Danaher with the New Wave / Kingsway team in Austin, Texas, Daniel is the perfect blend of high-level athlete, thoughtful instructor, and unapologetically weird internet perso…

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Ep 248 - From Airbnb Suspension to 90% Occupancy with Midterm Rentals & AI Automation with Amanda Williams 49:26

7d ago49:26

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Amanda Williams branded herself as The Traveling Realtor and built a thriving rental business, only to be banned from Airbnb overnight. In this episode, she shares how that crushing moment forced her to pivot into midterm rentals, automate with AI, and rebuild a better business that runs with less stress, higher profits, and total platform independ…

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Watch Market Update – State of the Industry Mid-year 2025 44:49

7d ago44:49

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We’re half way through 2025, which has turned out to be a very eventful year to say the least, and that very much shows up in the data for the watch market. So today we’re looking at all the data sources we can muster to understand just how the watch industry is faring at the midway point of 2025, and where it might be heading next. We looked at a …

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How to Win STR Clients in a Down Market (Even If Bookings Are Slowing Down) | The STR Scale Show with Mike Reilly | Ep 18 25:44

11d ago25:44

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Most co-hosts are blaming the market. But it’s not the market... ...it’s your offer. In this episode, we walk through how to dominate even when bookings slow down, using frameworks that helped our clients grow from 0 to 100+ properties (without lowering their standards). Inside, you’ll learn: The 2 sales you must make to land AND grow every client …

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Ep 247 - The Identity Shift That Unlocks Everything (And How to Use AI to Scale Smarter) 31:50

14d ago31:50

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Most people quietly self-sabotage… Not because they don’t want success. But because they still talk like the person who doesn’t have it yet. In this solo episode, Mike and E breaks down how internal dialogue shapes your future, and how AI can help you become the version of yourself that already wins. What you’ll learn: How to reprogram your self-ta…

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Ep. 31 – Josh met Superman! 1:25:44

14d ago1:25:44

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Joshua Williamson can finally talk about visiting the Superman set! Originally recorded on June 20, 2025 on youtube.com/comicpopreturns.By ComicPop

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From Cleaning Houses to Owning Apartment Complexes: The Matthew Teifke Story 28:09

16d ago28:09

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In this inspiring episode of The Deal Scout, host Susan Reilly sits down with Matthew Teifke, a real estate entrepreneur who went from witnessing his mother clean homes as a single parent to building a multi-million-dollar real estate investment company of his own. Matthew opens up about his early life, where he watched his mom go from housekeeper …

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This Is the Final STR WealthCon…Here’s What to Expect | The STR Scale Show with Mike Reilly | Ep17 29:39

18d ago29:39

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The end of an era. The final STR WealthCon is here, and Mike Sjogren and Bill Faith are going out with a bang. In this episode, we break down exactly what’s coming, why this event will never happen again, and how to make the most of it. What you’ll learn: • Why this is the last WealthCon hosted by Mike & Bill • The new format designed for all STR b…

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Malachy Friedman - Jiu Jitsu, MMA, and Innovation 55:18

19d ago55:18

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In this episode, I sit down with one of the most brilliant minds in the world of Jiu Jitsu—Malachy Friedman. Widely respected as a true scientist of the art, Malachy is a black belt whose innovative approach to coaching, technique, and strategy has earned him admiration across the global Jiu Jitsu community. Many of us have looked up to him for yea…

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Ep 246 - He Scaled to 70 STRs While Running 2 Companies with Buck Cumbo 36:31

21d ago36:31

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Most people can barely handle one business. Buck scaled two. In this episode, we break down how he went from managing one unseen unit in Nashville to running a 70-property short-term rental operation and a digital marketing agency at the same time. No fluff, just systems, AI, and strategic growth. What you’ll learn: How he jumped from 5 to 20 units…

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What Enthusiasts Have Wrong – Dispelling the Watch Industry's Top Myths 45:13

21d ago45:13

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Having made the transition from watch enthusiasts to industry insiders and retailers in particular, we’ve come to realize that there are often big gaps between what commands attention in watch media and among collectors vs. the commercial realities. Many of the so-called “truths” we hold sacred as enthusiasts aren’t really true after all. So today …

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From Blueprints to Bottles: Alana Crumbley’s Journey from Design to Deal-Making 34:47

25d ago34:47

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In this dynamic episode of The Deal Scout, host Susan Reilly welcomes longtime friend and powerhouse entrepreneur Alana Crumbley to discuss her unconventional path from interior design to business brokerage—and now, to selling wineries across the U.S. and abroad. Alana shares how her early influences, including a strong work ethic instilled by her …

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Airbnb Just Rolled Out a Trap for Hosts (Opt Out Fast) | The STR Scale Show with Mike Reilly | Ep 15 29:02

25d ago29:02

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Airbnb’s Summer 2025 update just launched, and buried inside is a feature that could destroy your margins and expose you to serious risk. It’s called “Services,” and it lets guests book things like chefs, trainers, and masseuses without your approval, while you carry all the liability. In this episode, I break down: Why this new feature is dangerou…

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Ep 245 - From Tragedy to Terra: How Diana & Josh Built Palm Springs’ First Wellness Hotel 45:53

28d ago45:53

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This episode is a masterclass in turning pain into purpose. Diana and Josh, two married architects, were forced to reimagine their future after losing both their fathers in 2021. What began as a journey to escape the W-2 grind became Terra Palm Springs, the city’s first true wellness boutique hotel. They reveal how they: • Pivoted from flips and BR…

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Ep. 30 – Josh Fan Q&A Part 4: Pitching 101 1:24:13

30d ago1:24:13

1:24:13

Joshua Williamson continues his new weekly installments of Q&A with the audience! Originally recorded on April 27, 2025 on youtube.com/comicpopreturns.By ComicPop

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AirDNA’s New Tools Just Gave Smart Hosts a Huge Advantage (Here’s What to Do) | The STR Scale Show with Mike Reilly | Ep 15 25:11

1M ago25:11

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AirDNA just dropped its biggest platform update in years, and if you’re not using these tools, you’re falling behind. From custom comps to Airbnb integration, this episode breaks down the new features, how to use them, and what they reveal about the 2025 STR landscape. What you’ll learn: How to use the new Rentalizer confidence score and custom com…

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From Law to Land: How Alice Chen Became a Powerhouse in Real Estate Private Equity 26:01

1M ago26:01

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In this episode of The Deal Scout, host Susan Reilly sits down with Alice Chen, a powerhouse private equity fund manager with a deeply unconventional path to success. From growing up in Taiwan to launching and selling multiple successful businesses in Canada, Alice shares her incredible entrepreneurial evolution—including how her experiences in pre…

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Ep 244 - From Banking to 96 STRs: Why Fouad Built a Bankable Airbnb Empire 35:30

1M ago35:30

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Fouad spent 20 years in banking and 11 more consulting banks before walking away from corporate life when his wife’s income surpassed his. What happened next? A wild ride through the world of short-term rentals, driven by family, strategy, and a long-term vision few operators ever reach. In this episode, Fouad breaks down: How a personal medical em…

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Reviving the U.S. Watch Industry – Josh Shapiro (J.N. Shapiro) 59:23

1M ago59:23

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We discuss watchmaking in America – specifically what’s required to bring watchmaking at scale back to the United States. It’s a hot topic these days, particularly as U.S. tariffs, which have been dominating the news, are intended at least in part to bring manufacturing back to the United States. So with that in mind, we thought it would be worth t…

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Nelson Puentes - Teach With Resistance 1:14:45

1M ago1:14:45

1:14:45

In this episode, I'm joined by a true innovator in the Jiu Jitsu world—Nelson Puentes, the co-founder of Inverted Gear and a third-degree black belt who has spent years traveling the globe, training, teaching, and building community. Nelson and his wife, Hillary, launched Inverted Gear in 2012 with a mission to create high-quality Jiu Jitsu gear th…

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Airbnb Summer 2025 Update: What Hosts Need to Know About Services & Experiences | The STR Scale Show with Mike Reilly | Ep 14 15:49

1M ago15:49

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Airbnb just rolled out its biggest update of the year, and if you’re a host, you need to know what’s coming. In this live breakdown, we cover: • The truth about Airbnb’s new “Services” feature and why it matters • What this means for photographers, chefs, massage therapists, and YOU • How Airbnb plans to monetize add-ons (and why you might not see …

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Ep. 29 – Josh Fan Q&A Part 3: Do sales matter? 1:33:18

1M ago1:33:18

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Joshua Williamson continues his new weekly installments of Q&A with the audience! Originally recorded on April 13, 2025 on youtube.com/comicpopreturns.By ComicPop

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From Vending Machines to Multi-Million Dollar Deals: Fred Beasley on Florida CRE 27:31

1M ago27:31

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In this episode of The Deal Scout, host Susan Reilly welcomes a longtime friend and seasoned real estate professional, Fred Beasley. With deep roots in Central Florida, Fred shares his journey from managing vending machines at 13 to becoming a highly respected commercial real estate broker and investor. Fred brings decades of experience in both cor…

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Ep 243 - From Zero to $1B: Hostaway CEO Marcus Rader on AI, Talent, and the Brutal Truth About Scaling 35:40

1M ago35:40

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In this raw, no-fluff episode, Hostaway CEO Marcus Rader shares the hard-won lessons behind building a billion-dollar vacation rental software company, starting with zero industry experience. Marcus breaks down: Why most entrepreneurs aim too small and why it costs them everything The mental and physical toll of building at scale (including 7 years…

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Ep. 28 – Josh Fan Q&A Part 2: Breaking In 59:27

2M ago59:27

59:27

Joshua Williamson continues his new weekly installments of Q&A with the audience! Originally recorded on April 8, 2025 on youtube.com/comicpopreturns.By ComicPop

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EP 242 - How AI & Leadership Are Scaling the Best STR Businesses in 2025 37:55

2M ago37:55

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This episode unpacks the real playbook behind scaling short-term rental businesses with AI, leadership, and culture. Straight from the STR Boardroom event in Salem, hosts Chris and E break down their biggest takeaways from Dr. Rachel Gainsbrugh’s AI workshop to the emotional breakthroughs in hot seats, to Mark from Minoan’s CEO mindset at 50+ emplo…

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Editorial Integrity in Watch Media – Victoria Gomelsky (JCK, New York Times, Robb Report) 1:02:35

2M ago1:02:35

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Editorial integrity and independence in the watch world. It’s a hot topic, and one we’ve explored before. But that was before today’s guest penned her open letter to the watch industry published in Robb Report titled: "Watch Execs Need to Learn to Respect Journalistic Boundaries." Victoria Gomelsky is editor-in-chief of JCK, a New York City-based j…

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Ep. 27 – Josh Fan Q&A Part 1: Creating Comics 1:34:24

2M ago1:34:24

1:34:24

Joshua Williamson begins his new weekly installments of Q&A with the audience! Originally recorded on April 1, 2025 on youtube.com/comicpopreturns.By ComicPop

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Showing Up, Standing Out: Carl Gould’s Journey from Landscaping to Business Leadership 35:39

2M ago35:39

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In this episode of The Deal Scout, host Susan Reilly sits down with Carl Gould, founder of 7 Stage Advisors, whose entrepreneurial journey started at just 18 years old with a landscaping business—and a broken leg. From humble beginnings to mentoring over 5,000 businesses worldwide, Carl’s story is packed with unexpected lessons, strategic pivots, a…

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Hiring a Virtual Assistant? Do NOT Skip This Step | The STR Scale Show with Mike Reilly | Ep 13 23:44

2M ago23:44

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Most people screw up VA hiring, not because they pick the wrong person… …but because they don’t have a system. In this training, Mike and Chris break down the 3 proven models for hiring virtual assistants. Agency, recruiter, and self-hire. Plus the crucial 4R framework you need before bringing anyone on. Whether you’ve got 5 properties or 100+, thi…

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Ep. 26 – Josh on Fantastic Four and Superman teasers! 1:11:17

2M ago1:11:17

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Joshua Williamson and Sal saw those awesome teasers for Superman and Fantastic Four: First Steps! Originally recorded on February 11, 2025 on youtube.com/comicpopreturns.By ComicPop

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Rob Biernacki - Concept Over Chaos 1:38:50

2M ago1:38:50

1:38:50

I’m incredibly honored to share a conversation with someone whose work has had a massive influence on my own jiu-jitsu journey, from the earliest stages right up to today—Rob Biernacki. Rob is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and the head instructor at Island Top Team in Nanaimo, British Columbia. He’s also the mastermind behind BJJ Concepts, the g…

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Ep 241 - The 5 Mindset Shifts That Changed Our Lives (And Can Change Yours) 33:57

2M ago33:57

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Most people aren’t missing strategy. They’re missing decision. In this episode, Mike and Emanuele break down the 5 mindset philosophies that transformed their lives... ...from escaping burnout and W2 jobs to building multi-million-dollar businesses and raising families with time freedom. If you feel like you keep “trying” but never break through, t…