Best Mortgagetools Podcasts (2025)

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Adventures at Sea & Game-Changing Tech for LOs 33:24

13d ago33:24

33:24

Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, Frank Garay sits down with Josh Pitts of Shred Media for a wild ride—literally and professionally. Josh gives us a gripping update on his family’s journey sailing the world on a catamaran, includin…

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Facebook Ad Changes Every Loan Officer Needs to Know — with Chelsea Gardner 23:14

20d ago23:14

23:14

Episode 154 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, I sit down with Chelsea Gardner, CEO of FullyAlignedMarketing.com, to uncover some major changes to Facebook marketing that loan officers need to know—especially when working with real …

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How I Closed a Cannabis Loan 15:53

1M ago15:53

15:53

Episode 153 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on my journey into the investor loan space — and specifically, how I closed a $2.1 million cannabis loan in Sacramento, CA. I’ll walk you through what made this deal unique, the challenges I fa…

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Big Loan Officer Breakfast Club Updates 8:02

2M ago8:02

8:02

Episode 152 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, we're excited to announce that Loan Officer Breakfast Club replays are now available nationwide for free — so no matter where you are, you can plug in and get the inspiration and tactic…

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The AI Assistant That Booked Me an Appointment Without Me Knowing! 19:29

2M ago19:29

19:29

Episode 151 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, I sit down with Chris Johnstone from Mortgage Marketing Animals to talk about the Loan Officer CRM—and more specifically, its powerful built-in AI assistant. I share my personal experie…

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The Numbers Don't Lie, So Use Them! 14:07

3M ago14:07

14:07

Episode 150 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, I sit down with Steve Kyles to break down the eye-opening numbers from our recent Call Stars Blitz. The data proves that 18% of the people we have a conversation with—when properly aske…

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Why Community & Accountability Are a MUST for Loan Officers 7:57

3M ago7:57

7:57

Episode 149 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, I sit down with Steve Kyles to discuss the huge benefits of community and accountability when it comes to staying disciplined and hitting your goals. If you’re trying to succeed as a lo…

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Casey O’Toole's Linkybot 14:55

3M ago14:55

14:55

Episode 148 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, I sit down with Casey O'Toole, the creator of Linkybot.ai, a game-changing AI tool designed to help mortgage professionals find, engage with, and set appointments with their ideal prosp…

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Strategically Asking for Referrals 15:38

4M ago15:38

15:38

Episode 147 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode, I sit down with Steve Kyles to talk about the power of strategic scripting when asking for the business. A small tweak in your approach can make a massive difference—quadrupling your results with the same effort. We break …

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How to Handle Tough Conversations with Steve Kyles 26:02

4M ago26:02

26:02

Episode 146 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, I sit down with Steve Kyles to tackle one of the toughest parts of our business—handling difficult conversations when a deal is about to be delayed or fall apart, often through no fault…

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Unlocking Realtor Relationships with MoveTube's Listing Trailers 2.0 21:31

4M ago21:31

21:31

Episode 145 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, I interview Kevin Bilberry, CEO of MoveTube, about the revolutionary Listing Trailers 2.0 feature that’s taking the real estate world by storm. This cutting-edge tool gives real estate …

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The Power of One 13:23

4M ago13:23

13:23

Episode 144 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, I sit down with Steve Kyles to discuss the transformative concept of the "Power of One." Steve shares how securing just one appointment a day, four days a week, with producing and quali…

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Better Input Better Outcome 16:37

5M ago16:37

16:37

Episode 143 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, I sit down with Steve Kyles to discuss the critical importance of redeeming our time to achieve the goals we’ve set for ourselves. Every week that passes reduces our time capacity by 2%…

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7 Deals in 4 Months as a New Loan Officer 24:27

5M ago24:27

24:27

Episode 142 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, I sit down with Michael Hyche, a loan officer who's only been in the industry for 4 months but already has 7 pre-approved files in his pipeline! Michael's short but powerful story is a …

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Can I Count on You? 16:55

5M ago16:55

16:55

Episode 141 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode, I sit down with Steve Kyles to explore the game-changing phrase that stands as the "divider between commitment and assumptions": Can I count on you? This simple, five-word question has helped thousands of loan officers sig…

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The Yes Ball 11:43

6M ago11:43

11:43

Episode 140 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, Steve Kyles and I dive into an inspiring concept shared by special guest Brian Young, former guitar player for David Lee Roth, during a recent Loan Officer Breakfast Club session. Brian…

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Tired of Being Your Processor's Processor? 12:22

6M ago12:22

12:22

Episode 139 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, I sit down with Steve Kyles to tackle a common frustration loan officers face: feeling like you’re doing your processor’s job. We dive into why this dynamic is detrimental to your growt…

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Overwhelmed to Overachieving 13:35

6M ago13:35

13:35

Episode 138 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, I sit down with Steve Kyles to dive deep into the concept of leverage and how it can transform your productivity without requiring more of your time. We discuss practical strategies to …

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The Inverse Relationship Between Risk and Trust 14:14

6M ago14:14

14:14

Episode 137 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, I sit down with Steve Kyles to unpack the fascinating dynamic between risk and trust. We explore how this relationship impacts the way real estate agents perceive loan officers, especia…

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Smash the Holiday Mindset with Steve Kyles 16:54

7M ago16:54

16:54

Episode 136 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, I sit down with Steve Kyles to discuss key insights from his brother, Jimn Kyles, author of Unstuck and Unstoppable. Together, we explore the critical role of mindset in navigating the …

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Overcoming the "I Already Have a Lender" Objection with Steve Kyles 16:42

7M ago16:42

16:42

Episode 135 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode, I sit down with Steve Kyles to tackle one of the most common objections loan officers face: "I already have a lender." Steve breaks down an easy-to-follow approach to overcome this hurdle, helping loan officers confidently…

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7-11-4 rule with Steve Kyles 17:52

7M ago17:52

17:52

Episode 134 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode, Steve Kyles and I explore the 7-11-4 Rule for "Farm Marketing," an insightful approach to help loan officers effectively reach their targeted Realtors and clients. We break down how this proven strategy ensures you're cons…

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Effective Delegation with Steve Kyles 18:38

8M ago18:38

18:38

Episode 133 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode, I sit down with Steve Kyles, my co-leader in The Network, a National network of loan officers. We discuss strategies to empower your teammates and assistants for effective delegation, freeing up valuable time to focus on o…

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Replace Lies with Truths 15:42

8M ago15:42

15:42

Episode 132 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode, I interview Steve Kyles to explore the concept of a "paradigm filter"—the mental lens through which we interpret our experiences. We discuss how these filters can distort reality when based on lies and how we can transform…

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From Grinding to Grooving with Steve Kyles 13:18

8M ago13:18

13:18

Episode 131 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode, I sit down with Steve Kyles to talk about the transition from "grinding" to "grooving" in your business. We explore how to shift your mindset and build momentum by focusing on calls to referral partners who already know an…

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When You're Off, BE OFF! 15:45

9M ago15:45

15:45

Episode 130 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode, Frank Garay and special guest Steve Kyles dive into the importance of truly disconnecting during your time off. As loan originators, we know how difficult it can be to step away from active pipelines and ongoing client nee…

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Building Realtor Relationships with Richard Smith from QualifiedAgentList.com 17:13

9M ago17:13

17:13

Episode 129 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode, I sit down with Richard Smith, owner of QualifiedAgentList.com, to discuss how mortgage loan officers can gain a competitive edge by working with a curated list of top-producing real estate agents. We dive into the key adv…

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Sailing the World and Serving the Mortgage Industry with Josh Pitts of Shred Media 24:31

9M ago24:31

24:31

Episode 128 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this captivating episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, I sat down with Josh Pitts, founder of Shred Media, who has taken the ultimate leap into adventure. Josh has sold everything he owns, bought a 50' catamaran, and moved his e…

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Embracing the Van Life: An Inspiring Conversation with Megan Anderson of MBS Highway 28:06

10M ago28:06

28:06

Episode 127 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. Ever dreamt of hitting the open road, leaving the conventional behind, and embracing a life of adventure? In this captivating episode, we sit down with mortgage industry icon Megan Anderson of MBS Highway, who has done just that. Megan mad…

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The Power of "Unity Culture" with Steve Kyles 24:07

10M ago24:07

24:07

Episode 126 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, I sit down with Steve Kyles for a candid conversation about the transformative power of what I call "Unity Culture." We delve into how an organization, when unified from top to bottom, …

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How to Be Invited to Real Estate Workshops for Free 22:44

10M ago22:44

22:44

Episode 125 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, I interview Don Oberle, the CEO of CreditIQ.org. Don reveals their exceptional process for helping credit-challenged buyers improve their scores and get back to you, ready for a mortgag…

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The Math is Easy 12:20

10M ago12:20

12:20

Episode 124 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode, I dive into a game-changing concept I learned from Steve Kyles at our recent Mortgage Marketing Animals Bootcamp: the Four Pillars of Success—Math, Skills, Discipline, and Belief. Specifically, I break down the simple Math…

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What It Means to Be a Warrior 19:04

11M ago19:04

19:04

Episode 123 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the mindset and strategies that define a true warrior in the mortgage industry. Join us as we explore what it takes to dominate your goals, crush the competition, and maintain relentless determin…

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Thinking Outside of Social Media with Ginger Bell 25:53

11M ago25:53

25:53

Episode 122 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, I sit down with the innovative Ginger Bell to explore creative strategies for reaching more people beyond traditional social media channels. Ginger, a seasoned expert in marketing and e…

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Getting Started with AI Business Recommendations 24:08

12M ago24:08

24:08

Episode 121 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, I sit down with Chris Johnstone to explore the exciting world of AI business recommendations. Chris shares invaluable insights on how mortgage loan officers can leverage AI to enhance t…

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Chat GPT 4.0: Transforming Mortgage Lead Generation for Loan Officers 16:12

1y ago16:12

16:12

Episode 120 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, I dive into how ChatGPT-4 and my virtual assistant, Trev, have transformed the way I manage my business. From content creation to daily planning, Trev and I work hand in hand to streaml…

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You Can't Shake a Gallon of Water Out of a 12 oz Cup: Choosing the Right Partners 19:41

1y ago19:41

19:41

Episode 119 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this thought-provoking episode, we dive into a fundamental truth of the mortgage business: the importance of aligning with the right real estate partners. The title says it all—you can't expect a high volume of loan originations from ag…

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Bill Hedrick Shares Zig Ziegler's Secrets 20:41

1y ago20:41

20:41

Episode 118 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. Have you ever wondered what it's like to learn from a legend like Zig Ziglar? In this episode, we sit down with Bill Hedrick, who spent time under Zig's tutelage. Bill will share some of his most inspiring stories and insights gleaned from…

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Let AI Set Realtor Appointments for You 20:13

1y ago20:13

20:13

Episode 117 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this cutting-edge episode, we sit down with Chris Johnstone from Mortgage Marketing Animals to explore the transformative capabilities of the Loan Officer AI CRM. Now enhanced with real-time agent data, this tool is a game-changer for a…

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How Tracy Lindsey Cracked the Code with MoveTube 11:46

1y ago11:46

11:46

Episode 116 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. Looking to break into new real estate offices and land high-net-worth clients? In this episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, we chat with Tracey Lindsey, a recent MoveTube member who used the platform to achieve exactly that. Tracy…

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Struggling to find qualified leads on LinkedIn? 20:24

1y ago20:24

20:24

Episode 115 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, host Frank Garay chats with Casey O'Toole from MyLinkedSolution.com about a revolutionary system for loan officers. Discover how MyLinkedSolutioncan help you: Target and connect with qu…

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Mastering Lunch and Learns with Iris Guzman 27:43

1y ago27:43

27:43

Episode 114 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. Get ready to elevate your networking game in this enlightening episode, featuring the dynamic Iris Guzman, who shares her recipe for success with Lunch and Learns. Iris takes us on a step-by-step journey through her tried and tested approa…

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Mastering Online Lead Conversion: The Ultimate Guide 18:35

1y ago18:35

18:35

Episode 113 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In the latest episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, we delve into the transformative power of AI in converting online leads into tangible business opportunities. Our esteemed guest, Chris Johnstone, a visionary in the mortgage indu…

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Maximizing Opportunities with Builders: A Step-by-Step Guide 16:12

1y ago16:12

16:12

Episode 112 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this compelling episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, host Frank Garay welcomes Kevin Gillespie from The Loan Officer Leadership Academy to share invaluable insights into the competitive world of mortgage lending. With a focus o…

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Unveiling the Power of AI in Mortgage with Ken Perry 28:52

1y ago28:52

28:52

Episode 111 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. Tune into a revolutionary episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast as we catch up with Ken Perry from Knowledge Coop, who's here to blow our minds with the launch of the Coop+ app. Imagine having the power of every guideline for conven…

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The Impact of the NAR Settlement 16:50

1y ago16:50

16:50

Episode 110 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this solo episode, I dive into the recent settlement reached by the National Association of Realtors and its profound implications for the real estate landscape. From buyer and listing agents to real estate companies and mortgage loan o…

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Facing the Debt Crisis: A Heart-to-Heart with Brian Stevens 30:33

1y ago30:33

30:33

Episode 109 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. Dive deep into the heart of the mortgage world in our latest episode, featuring the insightful Brian Stevens, co-founder of the National Real Estate Post and Mortgage Shots. We peel back the layers of the industry in a candid conversation …

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Hitting Home Runs with Realtor Call Stars Program 19:37

1y ago19:37

19:37

Episode 108 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this electrifying episode, we're joined by the stellar Sharon Wofford, a beacon of consistency at the Mortgage Marketing AnimalsCall Star sessions. Sharon steps up to the plate to share her groundbreaking Realtor Call Stars program, dev…

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Kim Vap's Journey to Becoming a Preferred Lender for New Home Builders 33:10

1+ y ago33:10

33:10

Episode 107 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this captivating episode of the Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, we sit down with the esteemed Kim Vap, whose remarkable journey in the mortgage industry has led her to become a preferred lender for a prominent new home builder in her loc…

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When Screwing Up Pays Off Big Time 15:04

1+ y ago15:04

15:04

Episode 106 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. Tune in to this episode where we chat with the wonderfully vibrant Vicki Lasher, who shares a hilariously fortunate mishap that turned into a goldmine. In a classic 'oops' moment, Vicki accidentally blasted her entire database with an emai…

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