Some juicy CRE pods for your Fourth commutes

Figured a bunch of you CRE degens are going to be on the road over the next few days, so thought I'd drop some pod episodes y'all might enjoy.

(Full disclosure/note to mods: I'm one of the guys behind The Promote Podcast, so if me sharing eps here is a problem, mea culpa- have at me)

1) David and Jane Walentas- An Oral History: This is a long, but absolutely fascinating chat with the guy who basically created Dumbo and became a billionaire as a result. And now is reshaping Williamsburg. Really salty, colorful chap and great insights about the biz

2) Yellowstone Club With: Sam Byrne: Really good stuff here on how CrossHarbor bought the Big Sky joint out of bankruptcy and turned it into one of the most profitable hospitality plays of the last 25 Y.

3) A Syndicator Lending Safari with Benefit Street's Mike Comparato: An insider's look into the wild world of lending to multifamily syndicators - Mike was raw AF and it's a really fun chat

4) Carlyle Takes the Stairs, Drillman's Great Escape & the LVMH-Kering War: How Carlyle is, nibble by nibble, amassing an empire of Brooklyn walk-ups, plus the latest on the luxury retail war for the world's best corners & a look at a mortgage fraudster's get-out-of-jail-free card.

5) Odd Lots: Get Ready For Another Shock to Housing Affordability: Lee is one of those multifamily lasagna guys, a real G moving in silence. Some terrific insights here into what's really happening in multi

Enjoy! And please, hit me up with your reccs in the comments- HS

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Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are some excellent commercial real estate (CRE) podcast recommendations to complement your list:

  1. Behind the Bricks: Offers deep insights into the realities of the real estate industry with interesting guests.
  2. Leading Voices in Real Estate: Features phenomenal interviews, including one with Jon Geanakos, which is highly recommended.
  3. Fifth Wall Podcast: Provides intriguing interviews with portfolio companies and LPs, offering a unique perspective on the industry.
  4. Driven by Insight by Walker and Dunlop: A favorite among listeners for its blend of informational and entertaining content.
  5. Bigger Pockets Podcast: Great for those looking to side hustle or dive into real estate investing.

These podcasts are packed with valuable insights and industry knowledge, making them perfect for CRE professionals or enthusiasts. Enjoy your Fourth of July commutes!

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