Welcome to the "Colorado Springs with Kevin James Bond" podcast, where I delve into the latest news, real estate insights, and the vibrant lifestyle of our beloved city. I'm your host, Kevin James Bond, a long-time resident since 1992 and experienced real estate agent since 2016. Whether you're a resident, planning to move, or simply curious about Colorado Springs, this podcast is your go-to resource for discovering the best news and real estate opportunities. Tune in and let's dive into the ...
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Author James Scott interviews writers, editors, agents, and book lovers of all types about what goes into their writing and what they get out of their reading.
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The CPG Guys Fast Forward hosted by Bryan Gildenberg explores the why, the what else and the what’s after next in omnichannel retail.
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Live, Uncut & Uncensored Conversations With "Musicians You Should Know" Each Monday I spend time with musicians from the Blues-Roots-Americana Genres and let them tell their story in their words. Many guests return over and over with new music and I have been honored with over 36 World Premiers over the years.
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3 Books is a completely insane and totally epic 22-year-long quest to uncover and discuss the 1000 most formative books in the world. Each chapter discusses the 3 most formative books of one of the world's most inspiring people. Sample guests include: Brené Brown, David Sedaris, Malcolm Gladwell, Roxane Gay, Cheryl Strayed, Rich Roll, Soyoung the Variety Store Owner, Derek the Hype Man, Kevin the Bookseller, Shirley The Nurse, Vishwas the Uber Driver, Angie Thomas, David Mitchell, Surgeon Ge ...
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The American Monetary Association is a non-profit venture funded by The Jason Hartman Foundation that is dedicated to educating people about the practical effects of monetary policy and government actions on inflation, deflation and freedom. Our goal is to help people prosper in the midst of uncertain economic times. The American Monetary Association believes that a new and innovative understanding of wealth, value, business and investment is necessary to thrive in the new reality of big gov ...
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Creative Culture is a podcast exploring how art intersects with and shapes culture. Steve Ramsey has conversations with an eclectic mix of creative people: makers, artists, musicians, filmmakers, authors, comedians and more.
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Chapter 7: Vishwas the Uber driver on setting standards and secrets of stellar service
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Let's jump into the backseat of Vishwas Aggrawal's Uber and take a trip you won't forget. This is a story about setting your own standards in a world constantly hammering us into "human resources." This is a story about setting your own winning lines in a world that wants us to be widgets. This is a story about raising the bar for yourself and deep…
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Chapter 141: James Daunt on bespoke bookselling building Barnes and bonds
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James Daunt grew up in England the child of a diplomat—moving countries, tasting cultures, living a life with books and history at its core. He lived in Turkey and Cyprus before coming back to England for boarding school. After studying history at Cambridge, he didn’t know what he wanted to do, so the Career Services department pointed him towards …
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Chapter 6: Judy Blume on bouncing balls, biting breasts, and building bookstores
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Did you grow up with Judy Blume? My mom says I “found my voice” reading 'Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing' to my sister in the bathtub when I was a little kid. Well, I grabbed that tattered copy and carried it with me down to Key West, Florida where I had the extreme privilege of sitting down with the one and only Judy Blume. Judy and I met on a hot…
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484: Let's Talk Money: Real-World Financial Advice with Megan Gorman, Author of All the Presidents' Money: How the Men Who Governed America Governed Their Money
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Megan Gorman, author of "All the President's Money," explores the financial habits of US presidents throughout history. Gorman, a financial advisor, tax attorney, and wealth manager, discusses the presidents' varying approaches to money management, from frugal to extravagant. She also explores the historical context of each president's financial de…
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Bookmark: The 2-minute happiness practice to wind down your day with intention
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“Happiness is a choice.” Heard that saying before? Betting you have. We all have! It’s almost cliché. And yes, while research shows that a good deal of our happiness really is a choice, the saying gives us a “what” without a “how.” And if your life is anything like mine, you have a million things going on—emaisl! texts! driving kids to soccer pract…
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Chapter 140: Amy Einhorn on powerful pages and publishing possibilities
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‘The Help’ by Kathryn Stockett. ‘Big Little Lies’ by Liane Moriarty. ‘Let's Pretend This Never Happened’ by Jenny Lawson. ‘American Dirt’ by Jeanine Cummins. ‘This Is How It Always Is’ by Laurie Frankel. ‘Listen for the Lie’ by Amy Tintera. ‘We Begin At the End’ by Chris Whittaker. ‘A Higher Loyalty’ by James Comey. ‘The Book of Awesome’ by Neil Pa…
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Chapter 3: Seth Godin on shifting stories and stretching ourselves
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Happy new moon, everybody! I am going to release a few of my favorite classic chapters of 3 Books. Let's start with Seth Godin! I flew down to New York to uncover and discuss the most formative books of the one and only Seth Godin (@ThisIsSethsBlog) from his Hastings-On-Hudson studio. Seth is the bestselling author of 'Linchpin', 'Purple Cow'…
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The transformations of Raven Griim @ravengriim (Episode 92)
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Raven Griim is a cosplayer, content creator, and social media powerhouse, with millions of followers on TikTok and Instagram. I talked to her about cosplay, horror movies, anime, body modification and much more. • Tattoo Talk: Raven shares her experiences with tattoo laser removal and why she chose to cover up some of her ink. How painful is tattoo…
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483: Navigating the Housing Market: Rising Interest Rates, Refinancing, Emerging Markets and Institutional Investors with Robert Helms
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Jason and Robert Helms discuss the recent increase in mortgage refinancing activity and the ongoing housing shortage, its impact on the real estate market, and potential solutions for affordable housing. They also explore emerging real estate opportunities, such as investing in high-demand, low-supply markets and the potential of parking lots as an…
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Chapter 139: Lewis Mallard valorizes visionary vandalism
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I was at a coffee shop on College Street when the barista Tony yelled “Hey! There’s that duck!” I turned and, sure enough, out the front window was a… duck. A giant pixelated-looking green-headed Mallard set atop a rubber-tire-sized body on top of orange-stockinged legs and a pair of orange Converse. And he was just … walking by. Like some kind of …
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Why are documentaries so popular right now? With Kevin Perjurer of Defunctland (Ep 91)
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On this episode of Creative Culture, I chatted with Kevin Perjurer, the creator of Defunctland. If you're a fan of meticulously researched and utterly fascinating documentaries about bygone theme parks and themed entertainment, you'll love this episode. It was interesting to talk to him about being a full-time documentarian, and crafting stories th…
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482: Leadership and Real Estate: Creating a Successful Business and Life with Trey Taylor
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Real estate investor Trey Taylor advocates for single-family homes as a stable, long-term investment. He emphasizes financial prudence, focusing on properties generating rental income that exceeds expenses. While acknowledging economic challenges like rising interest rates, Taylor remains optimistic about the housing market's resilience. His leader…
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TikTok, OnlyFans, and creative communities. With Dandy Demon (EP 90)
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Watch this episode on YouTube In this episode of Creative Culture I had a wide-ranging conversation with TikTok creator Dandy Demon. We talked about her experience creating content for TikTok and her approach to OnlyFans where she creates “nightmare thirst traps”. We also talked about her stalker and how important it is for her to maintain a positi…
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Chapter 138: Maria Popova mines meaning in marginalia
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Maria Popova was born in communist Bulgaria and emigrated to the U.S. six days after her 19th birthday back in 2003. She studied at the University of Pennsylvania after “being sold on the liberal arts promise of being taught how to live.” Did it work? Well, yes and no. She spent her family’s life savings in the first few weeks on textbooks and, des…
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481: The Collapse of the Dollar's Empire and @MilkshakesPod with Brent Johnson
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The Dollar Milkshake Theory, proposed by Brent Johnson of Santiago Capital, predicts a surge in the US dollar's value compared to other currencies. This is due to the US's strong financial system, deep markets, and the dominance of the dollar in global transactions, like oil purchases. When a global debt crisis strikes, countries will scramble for …
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Does creativity matter anymore? With Danie Berger (EP 89)
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Is creativity the same as curiosity? In this episode of Creative Culture, I'm joined by Danie Berger, from @DIYDanie. We talked a lot about how social media is fundamentally changing art and creativity. It's no longer enough JUST to make art...you have to show the process. And then make that process crazy enough that people will watch. We talked ab…
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480: American Fascism, Corporatism & Elite Oppression- on a Global Scale @IvorCumminsScience @wef
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Jason welcomes Ivor Cummins, author of "Eat Rich, Live Long!", who transitioned from corporate problem-solving to investigating food supply corruption. He shared a conference stage with Jason Hartman, discussing elite class agendas. Cummins, a biochemical engineer, criticized the handling of COVID-19, comparing it to a severe flu. He believes media…
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479: Sound Money Revolution: Protecting Wealth in Unstable Times with Lynette Zang
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Jason welcomes back Lynette Zang from Zang Enterprises, highlighting her expertise in the economy, sound money, and precious metals. They discuss the recent surge in gold prices, attributed to global central banks' increased gold purchases, despite market manipulation efforts to suppress it. Zang explains that rising gold prices indicate failing cu…
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478: Digital Currencies & Gov't Control: Navigating Privacy in a Cashless World & Building Resilient Financial Strategies with Catherine Austin Fitts
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Jason welcomes Catherine Austin Fitts, of the Solari Report back to his show after nearly eight years. Catherine, served as Assistant Secretary of Housing under George H.W. Bush. They discuss the disappearance of trillions of dollars from federal budgets, starting in the mid-90s and escalating over the years. By 2001, $4 trillion was unaccounted fo…
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Chapter 137: Jonathan Franzen finds fellow freaks and forges fantastic fiction
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I remember getting the knife. It was near Christmas about 10 years ago and Leslie and I were zipping up a tiny suitcase before a beach trip with her grandparents and extended family. We weren’t married and I was making a desperate last-second plea to stuff a 576-page novel called ‘The Corrections’ by Jonathan Franzen into our bag. “It just won’t fi…
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What is Colorado Springs Real Estate Doing Right Now
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This is what's happening with Colorado Springs real estate. I'm qualified to talk about this as an 8 year real estate agent in Colorado Springs. Don't forget about hail season also! I'm partnered with KJS Auto Hail Repair who is a local Colorado Springs car hail repair company. Contact them when you have auto hail damage. If you tell them I referre…
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477: Market Dynamics: Inventory, Interest Rates, and Buyer Behavior with Sean O'Toole of Property Radar
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Jason and Sean O'Toole of PropertyRadar.com discuss the current state of the real estate market, focusing on inventory trends, the impact of high interest rates, and the value of real estate over price. They also explore the potential for price drops, the influence of technological advancements on prices, and the challenges of rising housing costs.…
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Are Home Prices in Colorado Springs Falling?
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Recently some have noticed home prices in Colorado Springs seem to be flattening. I have some anecdotal stories but then I also go into the data and what it tells us about home prices in Colorado Springs. I also discuss a bit about the future of home prices. I actively work with both home buyers and sellers in the Colorado Springs area. Please reac…
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476: Navigating the Dollar Hegemony: Understanding Global Finance Today with with Saleha Mohsin
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Jason introduces Sahala Moshsin and her book "Paper Soldiers: How the Weaponization of the Dollar Changed the World Order" and discusses the impact of economic sanctions, particularly those imposed on Russia. They also explore the challenges faced by countries trying to work around the US dollar's global dominance, the mounting debt and its implica…
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The magical world of Half Asleep Chris: Lego, cats, and creating delight. (Ep. 88)
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In this episode of Creative Culture, I talked to Chris Burton of Half-Asleep Chris, known for his charming and delightful videos featuring his stop-motion animation, Lego and his pets. We discuss Chris's journey to 3.2 million subscribers, his creative process, the challenges of producing high-quality content, and the unique appeal of his videos. S…
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475: Behind the Numbers: Insights from Institutional Players on Real Estate Trends with Lance Lambert Part 2
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Jason and Lance Lambert finish their discussion as they explore the "lock-in effect" caused by historically low mortgage rates. They highlight the significant impact on home sales and turnover rates in the real estate market, with a 57% reduction in home sales due to fixed-rate mortgage holders unwilling to give up their low-interest loans. They al…
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Chapter 136: 3 St. Louis Uber drivers on bullets, bruises, and babies
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I just got back from St. Louis. It was my first time there and I met a wonderfully rich collection of people who I’m so excited to introduce you to in a special on-the-ground, in-the-street, from-the-backseat Chapter of 3 Books. On the way from the airport to the hotel, the driver regaled me with St. Louis trivia from a deep well of St. Louis pride…
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474: Navigating the Tight Resale Market: Lance Lambert's Expert Analysis on Housing Supply Dynamics Part 1
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Lance Lambert, co-founder of Resi Club, discusses the real estate market's nuances with host Jason Hartman. Lambert highlights the tight resale market, down 30-35% from pre-pandemic levels in 2019, noting that despite this, 2019 wasn't a buyer's market. Affordability strains persist, especially in areas like Connecticut, impacted by the "donut effe…
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What are Colorado Springs housing prices right now? I talk about the current housing prices, with a little background. I also cover how long it's taking homes to sell, and when a good time to buy and sell homes is. Don't forget about hail season also! I'm partnered with KJS Auto Hail Repair who is a local Colorado Springs car hail repair company. C…
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473: Housing Affordability Crisis and the Impact of the NAR Lawsuit on Real Estate with Rick Sharga
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Jason welcomes real estate analyst Rick Sharga. Rick discusses the housing market and economic trends. Despite concerns of a crash, he suggests a slow period with modest price increases rather than a downturn. He dismisses crash predictions, highlighting historical data showing home prices generally rise during recessions. Sharga addresses factors …
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