Best No Filter Chris Podcasts (2025)

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EP 146: Rappers Say The Wildest Things 1:50:54

1d ago1:50:54

1:50:54

Jim Jones takes shots at Nas, and Will Smith aims darts at Chris Rock in a freestyle. If that’s not enough, Clipse has a new album on the way - is rap going through a renaissance? Maybe not, but it’s a welcome change. Tap in as we debate about the art of freestyling, creativity, and other random discussions to take your mind off the BS happening in…

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NOUGHTIES IT GIRLS: feuds, falls and the reign of the tabloids 1:52:21

5d ago1:52:21

1:52:21

We’re on hols this week, hunnies, but ofc we weren’t going to leave you without an ep! So, we’ve dug into the archives and stitched together one of our very first specials: a *very* juicy two-parter on the iconic Noughties ‘It Girls’ Paris Hilton, Lindsay Lohan, Britney Spears and Nicole Richie, which feels extremely relevant right now thanks to th…

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Episode 513: Passive Income Strategies for High Earners with Tait Duryea 30:56

5d ago30:56

30:56

In this episode of the Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast, I’m joined by Tait Duryea, a seasoned airline pilot turned real estate investor and the founder of Turbine Capital. We explore how he’s helping fellow pilots and high-income professionals break free from the paycheck-to-paycheck grind by building generational wealth through alternative investm…

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3.16. The Faith Episode 57:28

6d ago57:28

57:28

Who is ready for Faith Kipyegon's sub-4-mile attempt?!? We are! Des and Kara are big Faith fans, and they are excited to tune in to the attempt on Thursday. But, what do they really think about it and will she get it?!? Listen in to find out what they think, but be ready for SO MUCH MORE! Des and Kara start with the usual catch-up chat. You get upd…

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WEDDINGS: pop culture, tradition and marital myths 51:36

6d ago51:36

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It’s wedding szn hunnies so we get into the bonkers and wonderful world of weddings, from the most absurd and insufferable wedding tropes to our favourite wedding pop culture, including two excellent book recs. Plus, a few top tips from recent bride Kathleen! We really hope you love this bonus special! We would love to hear your thoughts on all thi…

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Sabrina Carpenter, Alex Cooper and the new age of sexism 1:08:21

12d ago1:08:21

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The backlash against Sabrina Carpenter’s new album cover supposedly satirising the male gaze has left us grappling with difficult questions, from how much moral responsibility Sabrina owes her young fans to whether this satire serves any greater purpose. Tying in with the release of Laura Bates’s brilliant new book The New Age of Sexism, we debate …

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Episode 512: Leverage Business Credit to Scale Your REI Business with Leo Kanell 30:15

12d ago30:15

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In this episode of The Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast, we’re sitting down again with Leo Kanell, founder of Seven Figures Funding, for a powerful masterclass on how to strategically access business credit and funding—even if you’re just getting started. Leo breaks down how real estate investors and entrepreneurs can use personal and business credi…

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Bonnie Blue’s petting zoo, Billie Eilish and Blake Lively’s big win 57:16

19d ago57:16

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It’s a big week for Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, with the judge dismissing Baldoni’s $400m countersuit against Lively and his $200m defamation suit against the New York Times. Who is now winning and where does that leave the trial in March? We bring you up to speed with all the latest developments, as well as news of another legal drama: nine w…

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Episode 511: Negotiation Skills That Make or Break Deals with Tom Zeeb 28:38

19d ago28:38

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In this week’s episode, I’m joined by negotiation expert Tom Zeeb, and we’re diving straight into the skills that make or break deals. From his near-death experience in 2001 to closing hundreds of transactions, Tom shares the real-world tools and mindset shifts that helped him go from broke to building financial freedom through real estate. We talk…

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FRIENDSHIP BREAKUPS: ghostings, exes and group politics 1:02:45

20d ago1:02:45

1:02:45

A friendship ‘breakup’ is an experience more than 80% of women have been through and it can be even more gut-wrenching than ending a romantic relationship. Yet in our society that prioritises romantic over platonic love, there’s no social script for dealing with it. We dive into a topic that still feels like a taboo despite its clear universality, …

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3.15. The Tracklandia Episode 1:07:07

20d ago1:07:07

1:07:07

"It's free. After you pay for it, it's free. Just a one-time fee, that you pay annually." - Portlandia cell phone episode + most track streaming services, probably, but NOT Portland Track Fest (which is truly free to stream!) In this episode, Portland Track president Jeff Merrill joins the show! Jeff is a former 800m runner himself who spent time a…

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Sydney Sweeney’s bathwater, the ‘literary man’ and a Beckham feud update 1:03:00

26d ago1:03:00

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On today’s show: BookTok is engulfed in controversy after an Australian rugby star was seemingly handed a book deal after just a month of posting on BookTok and with no former writing experience or manuscript to his name. We discuss the accusations of white male privilege, the inner workings of influencer publishing and whether we need more ‘litera…

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Episode 510: The Remote Turnkey Investing Strategy to Achieve Wealth with Dr Axel Meierhoefer 42:37

26d ago42:37

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In this week’s episode, I sit down with Dr. Axel Meierhoefer—Air Force veteran, real estate investor, mentor, and the founder of the Ideal Wealth Grower system. Axel shares how he transitioned from corporate life to full-time real estate investor, scaling a portfolio across multiple states and countries while helping others achieve true time freedo…

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Chris Hughes and JoJo Siwa, Sirens and the Hollywood facelift 1:04:32

1M ago1:04:32

1:04:32

Chris Hughes and JoJo Siwa’s *very* hard launch and rumours of multiple joint TV projects has got us wondering: is this a rare example of a PR relationship? We dive in! Plus, an explainer of TikTok’s Odd Muse drama: can founders get called out without it being bullying? Also, a little look at Kris Jenner’s face lift and how one surgeon seems to be …

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Episode 509: Why Real Estate Is Your Fastest Path to Freedom 28:02

1M ago28:02

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In this mid-year solo episode, I’m getting real with you—no guests, no fluff. Just a straight talk on why you might be the one holding yourself back in real estate right now. It’s not the market. It’s not the economy. It’s not the tools. It’s how you’re thinking, what you’re prioritizing, and whether or not you’re actually committed to your escape …

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ONLYFANS: Bonnie Blue, sex stunts and the rise of the porn 'influencer' 51:30

1M ago51:30

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From Bonnie Blue and Lily Phillips to Kayla Jade and Ari Kytsya, OnlyFans influencers are everywhere. In this bonus ep, we’re deep-diving into the porn star meets social media matrix. How did OnlyFans become such a cultural and economic powerhouse? And who are ‘bops’ and ‘mattress actresses’ taking over TikTok? This special covers it all: sex stunt…

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3.14. The Library Episode 1:14:57

1M ago1:14:57

1:14:57

Pulling up to this episode is like pulling up to your local library... it's got a little bit of everything in it, except for hopefully those pesky midwestern ticks. The episode opens with the usual intro banter, where Des characterizes Kara as being in "librarian mode." If Kara is the librarian, then that makes Des the person who is relentlessly tr…

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The Diddy trial, Jameela Jamil and why your phone is making you unsexy 51:00

1M ago51:00

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The Diddy trial has been dominating the pop culture convo this week and so on today’s show we debrief, from the horrendous victim-blaming of Cassie Ventura to her husband’s beautifully powerful response. First though, we’re getting into a fascinating piece about how our phones are killing our ability to feel sexy, Bella Hadid’s Vogue interview and …

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Episode 508: Strategic Tax Planning for Real Estate Investors with Thomas Castelli 29:21

1M ago29:21

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On this week’s episode, I sit down with Thomas Castelli, real estate-focused CPA and partner at Hall CPA, to dive deep into real, practical tax strategies that can save investors thousands. If you’ve ever wondered whether your CPA is leaving money on the table, this episode will confirm your suspicion and give you the tools to fix it. Thomas shares…

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EP 145: 4 Pumps To The Libarry (Blame Big Rob) 1:45:56

1M ago1:45:56

1:45:56

Don't know wtf is even going on in this episode, but you know how we give it up! Uno game goes bad, Big Rob acts like a fool, Chris is being a full menace, and Renzo has checked out. Tune in, and if you need more madness, then subscribe to us on Patreon.By Big Rob, Chris & Lorenzo

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Dua Lipa, #SkinnyTok and the labubu doll craze 1:00:24

2M ago1:00:24

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Dua Lipa has been hailed as ‘the best literary interviewer’ for her forensically researched Service95 author chats and so ofc we had to weigh in, huns, from the rise of celebrity book clubs (and even book stylists) to why people are so reticent to acknowledge a beautiful woman’s intelligence. Also this week: celebrity couples from Kylie and Timothé…

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Episode 507: Stop Wasting Leads & Use AI to Filter, Follow Up, and Fund Deals Faster with Damon Remy 41:40

2M ago41:40

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In this high-impact episode, I sit down with Damon Remy, the visionary behind REI BlackBook, to dive deep into the real-world application of AI, automation, and CRM systems for real estate investors. We go far beyond the buzzwords and get into the trenches—how to actually use AI to find better deals, filter out tire kickers, and close more transact…

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AMBITION: does anyone enjoy their job anymore? 50:16

2M ago50:16

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Ambition feels very complicated in 2025. On the one hand, hustle culture, 5am wake-ups and 'productivity bros' dominate our social media feeds, yet post-pandemic it seems like many have redefined what constitutes ‘success’ through finding purpose, setting boundaries or simply ‘quiet quitting’. So what does ‘making it’ even mean anymore? In this spe…

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3.13. Save the 10,000, the Cooldown Episode 1:11:24

2M ago1:11:24

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They warmed you up with plenty of pre-race content, Des and Kara and the athletes delivered on exciting races, and now it's time for the cooldown! Des and Kara recap the Save the 10,000 with all of their reactions and lessons learned. They give you even more build-the-scenes details of the event and discuss whether or not there will be a year 2 for…

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The Beckham family fallout, Met Gala drama and Dolly Alderton on friends 55:08

2M ago55:08

55:08

The Beckham family feud is making headlines again, huns, after Brooklyn missed David’s starry 50th bash – the latest in a long line of similar ‘snubbed’ events. He didn’t even post about his dad’s big day, so might this genuinely be more than tabloid rumour? Obvs we’re debriefing on the Met Gala too, from Rihanna’s pregnancy reveal to the apparent …

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Episode 506: The 9 Traits That Makes a Successful Real Estate Investor 24:06

2M ago24:06

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What separates those who just dabble in real estate from those who build real freedom? After a decade in the business, coaching thousands of students, and scaling my own portfolio—I can tell you this: success isn’t about talent. It’s about traits. In today’s solo episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the 9 traits that our most successful associa…

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EP 144: Pick A Struggle 2:00:24

2M ago2:00:24

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In this episode, the squad gets caught up in a game called Uno No Mercy while discussing the unfortunate news of Six Flags shutting down, leading to a PSA about traveling and planning trips. In other news, Chris becomes a full-on menace, Rob's hatred for IKEA continues, and Renzo hates GQ magazine. You know how we give it up! Tune in for a brief di…

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3.12. Kara's History with the 10,000 39:20

2M ago39:20

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To get you excited about Saturday night's Save the 10,000 with Des and Kara, this episode is all about Kara's history with the event. She talks about 10,000m legends Lynn Jennings and Billy Mills and how they inspired her to want to be an Olympian. She gives the story of how she WALKED in her very first 10,000 on the track, seemingly swearing off t…

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3.11. Save the 10,000 Preview Show 40:38

2M ago40:38

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It's race week. Are you ready for this?!? Cue the 2 Unlimited music in your head! In this episode, Trevor Rhodes joins the show. He is the race director for the meet, and the event wouldn't have happened with him. Des, Kara, and Trevor take you behind the scenes on putting together the Save the 10,000 with Des and Kara. They talk about the budget, …

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Sinners, Louis Theroux’s new doc and the latest Blake Lively ‘feud’ 48:54

2M ago48:54

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Celebrity Traitors, five-star sexy horror Sinners and Penn Badgley’s You finale are all on the agenda this week, huns, as well as Louis Theroux’s return to top form with new doc The Settlers. Is this his most important piece of work yet? We’re also getting stuck into the latest Blake Lively updates, from her ‘feud’ with A Simple Favour 2 costar Ann…

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Episode 505: Seller Financing & Building a Fortune Without Cash or Credit with Matt Theriault 39:00

2M ago39:00

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In this episode, I sit down with Matt Theriault, a Marine Corps veteran, entrepreneur, real estate investor, the CEO of Epic Real Estate and host of the Epic Real Estate Investing Podcast. Matt shares how he went from losing everything in the music industry to rebuilding his life and fortune through creative real estate strategies—without relying o…

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HENS: the most divisive hallmark of female friendship? 48:50

2M ago48:50

48:50

Hen szn is here hunnies and so as promised here is our special deepdive! With the help of your excellent DMs, we assess the good and bad of this increasingly divisive topic: from money anxieties and the growing consumerism of the hen-do ‘aesthetic’ to how this tradition can provide a much-needed opportunity to celebrate and make time for those you …

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3.10. On Des Going Out on Top 1:15:44

2M ago1:15:44

1:15:44

"People say you should go out on top, and that's what I am doing - because getting to race my final professional marathon in Boston is indeed going out on top." - Des Linden Those are the words she shared via an ad in the Boston Globe placed and paid for by her and released on race morning. Then, she did indeed go out on top... running 2:26 (as she…

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The Last of Us, ACOTAR and touchy-feely friendships 44:33

2M ago44:33

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Are Big Brother’s Jojo Siwa and Chris Hughes just friends or something more? We discuss what is ‘normal’ within platonic relationships and whether Chris is really who he appears to be on screen. In other celeb news: a debrief on the Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas rumours, and why Liz Hurley’s new romance is rather concerning. As promised hunnies Kath …

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Episode 504: How This Couple Closed Their First Sub-To Deal with Tim & Sandra Smith 30:15

2M ago30:15

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In this FamilyCast episode, I’m joined by Tim and Sandra Smith, a power couple from upstate New York balancing a demanding W-2, medical challenges, and real estate success. Tim and Sandra share their journey from doing deals the traditional way to successfully closing their first creative financing deal with the Wicked Smart® community despite all …

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3.9. Live from Boston 2025! 55:44

2M ago55:44

55:44

Live from WBUR Cityspace, this is the 2025 version of Des and Kara from Boston. In this episode, you get all of the normal, fun banter plus a section-by-section rundown of the Boston course from their experiences. If you are racing on Monday, then this is a must-listen before you toe the line for plenty of inspiration and some great course intel. F…

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Elizabeth Day: pop culture, friendship and getting over the ick 1:29:54

2M ago1:29:54

1:29:54

The queen of podcasting herself, Elizabeth Day, is on the show today to talk all things pop culture and we could not be happier about it huns! We get stuck into her three top recent recs across TV, film and books, the media’s obsession with first person pieces about ‘bad friends’ and the toll of maintaining a personal brand. We also chat about the …

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Episode 503: Closing a $26K Creative Finance Deal While Working Full-Time with David Albin 38:28

3M ago38:28

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In this special FamilyCast episode, I sit down with David Albin, a high-performing member of our Wicked Smart® community who just closed his first creative real estate deal—while juggling a demanding W-2 job and family life. David brings a unique background to the table: 26 years in the military, 25 years in corporate accounting, and now he’s divin…

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What does it cost to be you? 11:55

3M ago11:55

11:55

The True Cost of Being You: Financial Planning for Your Future Welcome back to another episode of The Money Brew! I'm your host, Kylie Sultana, and today we're discussing a question that might surprise you: What does it actually cost to be you? We'll dive into figuring out your daily, weekly, and monthly expenses to understand how much you need to …

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Black Mirror, the Beckham feud and WhatsApp group politics 58:25

3M ago58:25

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Another week, another divisive op-ed from The Cut! This time about the fraught nature of WhatsApp groups: is it wise to use them to discuss such personal things as money, politics and parenting? First though, another op-ed, this time on the 'Singlehood Stigma', tackling why women feel like they are simultaneously being told by society not to want a…

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Episode 502: Creative Financing, Subject-To Deals & Generational Wealth with Dwan Bent-Twyford 42:29

3M ago42:29

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In this deeply inspiring and value-packed episode, I reconnect with my good friend and real estate powerhouse Dwan Bent-Twyford. Known as the Queen of Short Sales, Dwan returns to the show with a remarkable update that goes way beyond deals and numbers. Since her last appearance on Episode 213, she’s navigated one of the most challenging seasons of…

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3.8. The New Leaf Episode 1:07:36

3M ago1:07:36

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Spring time is here. The leaves are returning to the trees, and we are turning over new ones. Some new leaves in this episode: new Brooks foams and new track meets, plus massages (!), excursions (!), and a lot of breaking news for Save the 10,000. This episode starts with an update on Des's build to Boston and her plans for the upcoming taper. She …

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EP 143: Gentrification of Eastern Motors 2:31:12

3M ago2:31:12

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We could talk about a lot of what's going on lately, but we figured it was best to leave the discussion for NPR. It's been a hot minute since we cranked out an episode - and we can't thank you enough for hanging in there with us. Big Rob's got a beef with Eastern Motors, Renzo goes Karen on a certain retailer, and Chris tries to keep from flipping …

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Sydney Sweeney, Chappell Roan and dystopian pregnancy 54:24

3M ago54:24

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Chappell Roan has received a backlash for saying all her parent friends are ‘in hell’ – is it warranted? We discuss her controversial Call Her Daddy interview and the perennial issue of the ‘unlikeable’ woman, including Amanda Knox, who has just given a fascinating new interview. Also, why does it seem like the internet has been waiting for Sydney …

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Episode 501: Business Owner vs. Investor: The Differences You Need to Know About with Dustin Heiner 36:49

3M ago36:49

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In this week’s masterclass, we’re bringing back a powerhouse guest, Dustin Heiner. Dustin went from government employee to successfully unemployed by building a real estate business that runs without him and he’s on a mission to help a million people do the same. We talk about scaling a rental empire, shifting your mindset, busting through excuses,…

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MOVING: flatshares, break-ups and escaping the endless grind 54:32

3M ago54:32

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Welcome to another bonus episode, this time on the theme of moving: something we’ve been chatting about a lot over the last six months. Why are so many packing up the career ladder for a different way of life abroad? Is it easier to find love elsewhere? Why are people – including couples – flatsharing later in life than ever? And has it now become …

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Temptation Island, Gwyneth Paltrow and incest at The White Lotus 1:01:38

3M ago1:01:38

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Reality TV is first on the agenda this week huns, as we debrief on Netflix’s bonkers cheating show, Temptation Island, and all the Made In Chelsea alumni currently hitting the headlines. In the wake of the conversations ignited by Adolescence, is a teary Jamie Laing the new face of positive masculinity? Plus, Zara McDermott’s alleged new relationsh…

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Episode 500: Lessons & the Power of the Creative Real Estate Investing to Build Wealth 40:13

3M ago40:13

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By Chris Prefontaine

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3.7. The Vibes Episode (aka the Chafing Episode) 1:05:46

3M ago1:05:46

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This episode is a vibe all to its own, and you know it's is a good one when hilarious stuff comes up in the most random of ways. This episode isn’t about chafing, but you get plenty of hilarious (and perhaps a little disgusting) banter on it. Elite or not… every runner can relate to that. What else do we have in this one? Let’s see…lost toenails, d…

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Adolescence, Fourth Wing and what ‘really’ counts as cheating 1:19:13

3M ago1:19:13

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Adolescence on Netflix has fast become the most talked about TV show of 2025, with Stephen Graham’s new drama igniting much-needed conversations around corrosive social media misogyny and violence against girls. We get into it all from our review to the reception. First, though, a chat about polyamory, non-monogamy and what constitutes ‘cheating’ i…

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