We're Musical Lyrical Lingo! Join Tim and Lj who delve deep into the wonderful world of musical theatre and more importantly the lessons they have learned from different musicals. Join them as they explore some of the greatest musicals ever created, from the classics to the new and exciting shows that continue to teach us something new. So whether you're a seasoned fan of the stage or a newcomer, this podcast is for you. So sit back, relax and get ready to immerse yourself in the world of mu ...
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Welcome to the REB Podcast Network! Our hosts are regularly joined by some of the biggest names in Australia’s real estate and property circles, covering off all the latest news, trends, insights and education. With REB widely regarded as the leading real estate content brand in Australia, we provide unparalleled access to the industry’s rising stars and the most revered professionals, the newest tech, as well as cutting-edge developments in the business world.
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Send us a text From obsessive teenage viewing marathons to Broadway's biggest box office records, Hamilton has revolutionized musical theatre in ways almost impossible to measure. This special family episode peels back the curtain on Lin-Manuel Miranda's masterpiece, with hosts Tim and LJ joined by LJ's daughter CJ, who represents the younger gener…
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Market update: Where interest rate cuts are stirring buyer activity
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40:36In this episode, REB journalist Emilie Lauer sits down with PRD chief economist Dr Diaswati Mardiasmo to unpack the current state of Australia’s property market and spotlight the most affordable, liveable suburbs. The duo starts the episode by exploring the market’s response to the previous interest rate cuts and how they’ve impacted demand, supply…
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Whistle Down the Wind: Finding Faith in Unexpected Places
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55:24Send us a text Faith can be a powerful force, especially when seen through a child's eyes. When Swallow, a young girl mourning her mother, discovers a mysterious stranger in her barn exclaiming "Jesus Christ!", she believes she's found the Messiah himself. Set against the deeply religious backdrop of 1950s Louisiana, "Whistle Down the Wind" takes u…
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How honesty and transparency drive $350m real estate success
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34:13In this episode, REB’s journalist Emilie Lauer sits down with Melbourne’s leading luxury real estate agent Sarah Case to share her journey from snowboard instructor to director of sales strategy at RT Edgar, where she now oversees $350 million in annual sales. Sarah’s path into real estate was unplanned, sparked by a spontaneous lunch and a job int…
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Send us a text Ever watched a show that left you hyperventilating with emotion as you exited the theatre? That's exactly what happened to Tim after experiencing Ghost the Musical at London's Piccadilly Theatre. Join us as we unpack this spectacular adaptation of the beloved 1990 film that brought supernatural romance to the stage in ways that were …
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Celebrating 100 Episodes with a Green Hero SHREK!
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51:10Send us a text Pour yourself a glass of swamp water and join us for our monumental 100th episode celebration! We're marking this milestone by diving deep into the surprisingly profound world of Shrek the Musical, a show that beneath its green exterior contains powerful messages about self-acceptance and celebrating differences. As we reflect on rea…
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So, you want to become a BA? Ethics, online courses, and market moves with Melinda Jennison
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29:51In this episode, REBAA president and founder of Streamline Property Buyers Melinda Jennison sits down with Liam Garman to unpack the Brisbane market, what it really takes to be a buyer’s agent, and ethical concerns for the industry. The pair begins discussing Melinda’s latest updates from the Brisbane housing market, and how surging demand for both…
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Leadership, loyalty and long-term growth – LJ Hooker's Shawn Hayes shares her real estate playbook
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47:28In this episode, REB’s Liam Garman is joined by Shawn Hayes, operations manager at LJ Hooker Property South West WA, to unpack how mentorship, culture, and a growth mindset can shape long-term careers in real estate. Shawn shares her journey from a 17-year-old trainee in business administration to now leading operations across one of Western Austra…
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Send us a text Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers dance across time in this nostalgic exploration of Top Hat, the 1935 film musical that defined an era and continues to captivate audiences today. We dive into Irving Berlin's extraordinary score, written specifically for the production rather than cobbled together from existing works. These songs—"Cheek…
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Trends in the luxury property market and your blueprint for success, with Mauricio Umansky
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11:52In this episode, REB’s Liam Garman recaps his top insights from AREC2025 before sitting down with Mauricio Umansky – founder and CEO of The Agency and star of Netflix’s Buying Beverly Hills – to explore emerging trends in the luxury property market and what it really takes to succeed in real estate. Liam opens the episode with key lessons from AREC…
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How Australia’s largest independent network is redefining agent success, with Little Real Estate’s Anne Crarey and Philip Eldret
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33:27In this episode of the REB Business Empowerment Showcase, Little Real Estate’s Anne Crarey and Philip Eldret join host Liam Garman to unpack the benefits of operating as Australia’s largest privately owned real estate agency – and how their innovative model is helping agents thrive in today’s market. Anne and Philip open the discussion by sharing h…
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Hello! My Name is Elder Podcast- Book of Mormon.
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1:00:27Send us a text Step into the irreverent, controversial, and surprisingly heartwarming world of The Book of Mormon as we unpeel the layers of this boundary-pushing musical phenomenon. From the creative minds behind South Park and Avenue Q emerged a show that somehow manages to be both shockingly offensive and genuinely uplifting – a contradiction we…
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Unlocking your listing’s potential: Vinay Singh on the future of real estate strategy, marketing, and compliance
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34:26In this episode of the REB Business Empowerment Showcase, CampaignAgent’s head of revenue, Vinay Singh, joins host Liam Garman to explore shifting vendor behaviours, evolving marketing strategies, and how agents can stay ahead in 2025 and beyond. Vinay kicks things off by sharing his 20-year journey in real estate – from sales agent to auctioneer a…
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Carousel: A Tragic Love Story Set to Sublime Music
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55:37Send us a text Rodgers and Hammerstein's Carousel remains one of musical theatre's crown jewels, a tragic love story that's both heartbreaking and uplifting. After the groundbreaking success of Oklahoma!, the legendary duo took a risk with this darker tale of carousel barker Billy Bigelow and mill worker Julie Jordan—a risk that paid off spectacula…
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Safeguarding your mental wellbeing in real estate, with the RiSE Initiative’s Steven Carroll
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31:56In this episode, host Liam Garman sits down with the RiSE Initiative’s Steven Carroll to unpack mental health and wellbeing in the real estate industry, and how property professionals can access free and confidential support. They talk about Steven’s career journey, having recently been appointed chief executive officer of the initiative, and the g…
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Send us a text Kick off your Sunday shoes as we dive into the rebellious world of Footloose, the musical that taught a generation about standing up for what they believe in. This beloved show, inspired by actual events in Elmore City, Oklahoma, brings to life the story of Ren McCormick, a Chicago teenager who finds himself in a small town where dan…
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Tackling industry turnover and elevating agent education, with REINSW’s Tim McKibbin
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34:55In this episode, REB editor Liam Garman is joined by Tim McKibbin, CEO of the Real Estate Institute of NSW (REINSW), to explore one of the most pressing issues in the industry – the exceptionally high churn rate among new agents – and the steps needed to create a more sustainable, educated workforce. The conversation kicks off with a sobering stati…
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Unpacking build to rent, boosting supply and the future of Sydney’s luxury market, with Marco Gattino
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29:16In this episode of the Secrets of the Top 100 Agents podcast, Liam Garman sits down with Goldfields managing director Marco Gattino to dive into the evolving build-to-rent (BTR) sector, the complexities of Australia's housing supply shortage, and what lies ahead for Sydney's luxury property market. They begin by examining how BTR could be a game ch…
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Chess: Cold War Politics on a Black and White Board
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59:36Send us a text What happens when ABBA's songwriters team up with Tim Rice to create a musical about Cold War chess champions? A fascinating collision of politics, strategy, and forbidden love that's been captivating audiences since 1984. Our latest episode explores Chess, the rock musical that gave us chart-topping hits like "I Know Him So Well" an…
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How can Australia finally unlock housing supply? With Metricon CEO, Brad Duggan
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25:25In this episode, REB editor Liam Garman sits down with Metricon CEO, Brad Duggan, to discuss what’s holding back housing supply in Australia, the trades shortage, and his optimism for the future of Australia’s property market. They begin the podcast looking into the planning process and the opportunity to access land to unlock more housing stock, b…
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Inside the NSW housing market: Clearance rates, supply and market trends, with REINSW’s Tim McKibbin
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38:34In this unmissable episode of the Secrets of the Top 100 Agents podcast, host Liam Garman sits down with Real Estate Institute of NSW (REINSW) CEO, Tim McKibbin, to see what’s in store for Australia’s housing market amid global economic volatility – and how property will remain a store of value for many Australians. The pair discuss the global econ…
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REB Business Empowerment Showcase: Inside the commercial real estate boom: Why agents are making the switch
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28:39In this episode of the REB Business Empowerment Showcase, LJ Hooker's head of commercial Tom Donnelly, and head of research, Mathew Tiller, join host Liam Garman to explore why an increasing number of real estate principals and agents are shifting into the commercial property space – and how it can serve as a rewarding, long-term business path. The…
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Breaking barriers: How women are shaping the future of real estate
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36:53On this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, REB journalist Emilie Lauer sits down with Natalie Hortz and Bridgette Collis to explore how women are overcoming structural barriers in the traditionally male-dominated field of real estate – and how they can continue to empower one another to rise to the top. Natalie shares how she has seen women …
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Theatre, Motherhood, and Taking the Stage. Molly Logan
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57:57Send us a text What happens when childhood theatre dreams become professional reality? In this heartfelt conversation with actress Molly Logan (formerly Jennifer), we explore the winding path from Saturday stage school to Shakespeare's Globe and beyond. Molly shares how her journey began at McMasters in Northern Ireland, where shy young Jennifer fo…
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Fast cars and Instagram: Harnessing social media for your property campaign, with Amir Jahan
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25:32In this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, founder and director of A-Class Estate Agents, Amir Jahan, joins Liam Garman to discuss his pathway to Instagram fame – and how he’s harnessed social media to cut through the clutter, drive his listings, and deliver results for his vendors. Amir talks about his life journey, including tackling homel…
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Streamlining strata management, with Thom Richards
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26:39In this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, Thom Richards, managing director and head of product at Cohabit Technologies, joins host Liam Garman to discuss strata management and the need for greater transparency for all stakeholders. Formerly the head of product at Managed, Thom shares his steps to providing a verified source of truth for bui…
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Send us a text And I am telling you this podcast is worth it... Sequins, soulful belting, and the harsh realities of the music business take center stage as we dive into Dreamgirls, the iconic musical that took 41 years to reach London. We unpack the fascinating production history, revealing how Jennifer Holliday nearly walked away from the role th…
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REB Business Empowerment Showcase: Scaling your business through outsourcing, with Cloudstaff's Paul Findlay
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43:14In the latest episode of the REB Business Empowerment Showcase, Liam Garman sits with Paul Findlay, director of real estate Australia at Cloudstaff, to discuss key challenges and innovative solutions in the real estate industry - and how business can utilise outsourcing to scale operations. Paul discusses his transition from real estate agent to Cl…
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Send us a text Sweet Charity pulses with the rhythm of 1960s New York, following Charity Hope Valentine—an eternally optimistic dance hall hostess with terrible taste in men but an unshakable belief in love. This fascinating Broadway classic marks the perfect fusion of Cy Coleman's jazzy melodies, Dorothy Fields' razor-sharp lyrics, and Bob Fosse's…
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Market update: Australia’s property landscape shifts slowly but steadily in 2025
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46:57How have economic indicators, local and global events, and supply and demand shaped the first half of the 2025 Australian property market? In this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Emilie Lauer sits down with Dr Diaswati Mardiasmo, chief economist at PRD, to unpack the network’s latest Australian Economic and Property Update report for…
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Moulin Rouge the Musical, Truth Beauty, Freedom Love.
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43:59Send us a text Truth, beauty, freedom, love – and frilly knickers? This week we're transported to the bohemian world of Moulin Rouge, the spectacular jukebox musical that began as Baz Luhrmann's groundbreaking film and evolved into a Tony Award-winning theatrical phenomenon. From the moment we step into this world, we discover the rich vocabulary t…
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Send us a text The magic of musical theater lies not just in its ability to entertain, but in how it teaches us about life, love, and ourselves. This week, we reunite as a hosting duo to explore Rodgers and Hammerstein's classic "Cinderella," a musical that uniquely straddles the line between traditional musical theater and pantomime. We dive into …
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Broadway, Backstage, and Box Steps: Twenty Years of Musical Theatre Education
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45:16Send us a text Twenty years beside a musical theatre enthusiast transforms even the most resistant skeptic. "I couldn't get over that," Aaron confesses about his initial reaction to characters bursting into song, a sentiment many non-theatre goers share. Yet through two decades of marriage to podcast host LJ, something remarkable happened—he develo…
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Why sales agents must develop a sense of agency
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23:02Queensland agent Anna Dunne knows all too well that time management and personal accountability form the backbone of sales success. On this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Liam Garman sits down with Place Bulimba lead agent Anna Dunne to discuss her career shift from hairdresser to real estate agent, and the mindset and techniques th…
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Les Misérables: The Musical That Makes You Laugh While You Cry
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1:24:37Send us a text Join us as we unwrap the layers of Les Misérables in this exciting podcast episode! We're thrilled to have Kerry Rodgers, the talented director shaking up the classic musical for its big 40th anniversary. Listen in as we discuss how this iconic show not only entertains but educates us on profound themes like love, sacrifice, and soci…
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How agencies can safeguard against trust account abuse
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33:46Software expert Rohith George shares why embracing innovative financial management solutions is key to preventing trust abuse and enhancing operational efficiency. In this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Liam Garman is joined by Rohith George, chief operating officer at Managed, to discuss how agencies can mitigate the risks associat…
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Send us a text We delve into the heartwarming chaos of organising a school formal 20 years ago, sharing amusing quirks and unforgettable memories that set the stage for our deep dive into the musical "The Prom." From the brilliant minds of composer Matthew Sklar and lyricist Chad Beguelin, we explore how this musical masterpiece addresses themes of…
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Cabaret and theatre's power and influence.
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56:44Send us a text Ever wondered why some shows leave audiences spellbound while others are marred by poor etiquette? This week on Musical Lyrical Lingo, we promise to arm you with the latest in musical theatre buzz, from the Hollywood Bowl’s exciting summer showcase of "Jesus Christ Superstar" to the thrilling cinematic arrival of "Six" in UK theatres…
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What makes a top performing agent, with Adrian Bo
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1:07:20In this episode of the Secrets of the Top 100 Agents podcast, top agent turned coach and auctioneer Adrian Bo sits down with REB editor Liam Garman to unpack what makes a top performing agent, including how he nurtures the skills necessary for success. Adrian begins the podcast discussing the “20 per cent club”: how the top 20 per cent of agents ma…
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Send us a text What truly makes a love song unforgettable? Find out as we share our humorous and heartfelt exploration into the world of musical theatre love songs in this Valentine's special. We begin with a light-hearted critique of Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Love Changes Everything" and then provide thrilling updates from the theatre world, like Boy…
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Striving for excellence in 2025 with Josh Phegan
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47:04In this episode of the Secrets of the Top 100 Agents podcast, speaker, trainer and coach Josh Phegan sits down with REB editor Liam Garman to unpack how agents can strive for excellence and what they should expect from the property market over the next 12 months. The pair begin the podcast discussing what’s in store for the property market over 202…
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Send us a text Please be advised some content discussed in this week's episode some listeners might find disturbing. Join Tim and LJ this week on Musical Lyrical Lingo as they dive headfirst into the darkly delicious world of Heathers: The Musical! From the iconic "Candy Store" to the heart-wrenching "Seventeen," they'll dissect the sharp wit, biti…
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How agents can best navigate the challenges of 2025
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27:52Agents who prioritise a knowledge-based approach are best prepared to navigate the evolving real estate sector. On this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Liam Garman is joined by the CEO of Laing+Simmons and president of the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA), Leanne Pilkington, to discuss how agents can set themselves up for su…
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Send us a text What's the secret sauce behind the timeless allure of West Side Story? Join us on a captivating journey through the musical's vibrant origins and groundbreaking impact. We promise you'll gain insights into the creative minds of Leonard Bernstein, Arthur Laurents, Jerome Robbins, and Stephen Sondheim, who transformed a concept of riva…
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Unveiling Australia’s top independent property management start-ups
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17:29In this episode of the Secrets of the top 100 Agents, REB editor Liam Garman unveils REB’s new Stellar Agencies 2025 ranking, recognising the nation’s top 10 independent property management start-ups. Liam is joined by director of Agile Market Intelligence, Michael Johnson, to discuss the key metrics used to assess the nation’s top performing prope…
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The future of advice and financial services, with shadow financial services minister Luke Howarth
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50:15In this crossover episode with The ifa Show, hosts Maja Garaca Djurdjevic and Keith Ford are joined by shadow financial services minister Luke Howarth to discuss the Coalition’s goals for financial advice and the economy. They begin the podcast discussing the Coalition’s stance on implementing the Quality of Advice Review (QAR) recommendations. The…
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Send us a text 'Tis the season to be jolly, and Tim and Lj are getting into the holiday spirit on this special episode of "Musical Lyrical Lingo Podcast." In a winter wonderland of festive cheer, the dynamic duo dives into the heartwarming and timeless musical, "White Christmas." As the sleigh bells ring and snowflakes fall, Tim and Lj explore the …
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Parliamentary wrangling, rental reforms, industry news and agency moves – here’s what dominated real estate headlines in 2024. On this episode of Secrets of the top 100 Agents, REB editor Juliet Helmke is joined by journalists Sebastian Holloman and Liv Adams to discuss the year in review. The trio rehash the government policies that struggled to m…
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Send us a text Ever experienced a snowball fight so intense that it felt like a scene from an action movie? We kick off our season finale amidst a wild storm, diving into the quirky and unconventional side of Christmas traditions. From debating the strategic merits of aiming snowballs at heads versus torsos to spotlighting a unique black Christmas …
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Whether a business leader or industry professional, everyone can benefit from taking stock of what they’ve achieved in 2024 and use it proactively to set goals for 2025. On this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Juliet Helmke speaks with Jacqui Barnes, Laing+Simmons head of people and growth, about how she helps the network’s businesse…
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