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Outdoors with Hiking Bob

"Hiking Bob" Falcone

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Bob Falcone shares tips and news about outdoor recreation in the Pikes Peak region. Bob covers trails, clothing, equipment, volunteerism, tourism, politics, photography, destinations and preparedness.
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The Real Estate Education Podcast

Erin Spradlin & James Carlson

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Welcome to the Real Estate Investing Podcast, your ultimate resource for actionable tips, strategies, and market insights tailored to investors seeking to build wealth and succeed in the real estate market. Whether you're just starting or you're an experienced investor refining your approach, this podcast covers everything you need to know to thrive in a competitive industry. Each episode delves into key investment strategies such as house hacking, midterm rentals, Airbnb, and long-term rent ...
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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson dive deep into the Short-Term Rental (STR) market, revealing what Airbnb’s most viral listings on TikTok say about today’s vacation rental trends. As competition in the STR market skyrockets, they analyze how investors can make their listings stand o…
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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson discuss rental challenges, how market trends impact prices, and the best cities for renters in 2025. With increased supply and declining prices, many landlords struggle to fill vacancies. Erin and James explain why real estate investors must adapt by…
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On episode 432 of the podcast, Bob chats with Todd Marts, Director of the El Paso County Parks and Community Services Department. They discuss what the department did in 2024, and plans for 2025. Topics include newly completed and updated master plans for Paint Mines Interpretive Park and Jones Park, a new trail in Pineries Open Space, continuted w…
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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson explore the latest developments in the real estate market, focusing on how new construction laws across various states are creating opportunities for real estate investors and homeowners alike. They dive deep into the growing popularity and legislati…
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Bob talks with Alicia Filley, a/k/a "The Healthy Hiker" about hiking and building and maintaining balance and why it's important for hiker fitness. They discuss the proper use of hiking poles for balance, how to evaluate your balance, and what kinds of exercises help increase balance. The Healthy Hiker website: https://www.thehealthyhiker.com/ Plea…
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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson, dive deep into Realtor.com’s detailed predictions for the 2025 real estate market. They explore key real estate trends such as the anticipated 14% increase in new home builds, with a focus on smaller, affordable starter homes and properties designed…
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On episode 430 of the podcast, Bob chats with Britt Haley, Director of the Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department. They discuss some of the accomplishments of department in 2024, and plans for 2025. Topics include Blodgett and Fishers Canyon Open Spaces, e-bikes, a comprehensive managment plan for Pikes Peak and the Rin…
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https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/colorado-real-estate-podcastIn this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson, examine the pros and cons of the best U.S. cities for expats, offering a critical look at rankings based on quality of life, housing affordability, and market trends. They explore wh…
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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson explore the emerging trend of cohousing, emphasizing its relevance in tackling America's loneliness epidemic through community-driven real estate solutions. They discuss the intricacies of investing in shared living spaces and how these innovative ho…
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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson, seasoned real estate agents and investors, delve into the heated debate of institutional investors versus mom-and-pop landlords, examining how BlackRock and other major firms impact housing affordability across the U.S. They also explore key rental …
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It's the first ever New Years Day podcast (it just worked out that way) for Bob and Kevin! They discuss how 2024 went for them and reveal if Bob reached his yearly goal of 800 hiking miles, and also review Bob's recent newspaper column on outdoor recreation New Year's resolution. Along with other topics, Kevin also discusses what drove him to switc…
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Bob's co-host Kevin "Wild" Westendorf returns. After catching up on recent adventures, they discuss last minute holiday buying, setting resolutions, Bob's progress on getting to his yearly goal of 800 miles, donating during the Give campaign and much more. Give Pikes Peak website: https://campaign.givepikespeak.org/ Please consider becoming a patro…
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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson, seasoned real estate agents and real estate investors, dive into an in-depth comparison of the Colorado Fair Act and Florida Citizens Act, two essential property insurance programs designed to mitigate risks in high-risk real estate markets. The hos…
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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson discuss Zillow's 2025 housing market predictions, emphasizing real estate trends like the slow home value growth and increasing inventory potentially benefiting those buying a home. They analyze how these Zillow forecasts predict a more favorable env…
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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson, seasoned real estate agents and investors, dive deep into the complexities of homeowners association (HOA) rules and regulations, providing invaluable insights for navigating these essential documents when buying property. They break down key elemen…
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On this week's episode, Bob talks with Susan Davies, the Executive Director of the Trails and Open Space Coalition (TOSC), on her upcoming retirement. They talk about her fifteen-year tenure at the helm of the organization, including the biggest accomplishments - and disappointments - of TOSC during that time. They also discuss how the political cl…
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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson, both seasoned real estate agents and investors, dive into the profile of the average U.S. homeowner, offering fascinating statistics and surprising trends. For example, they reveal that single women outpace single men in homeownership, owning 20.3 m…
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In this episode, real estate agents and investors Erin Spradlin and James Carlson explore key trends in real estate investment and housing policy following the 2024 election. They begin by discussing post-election migration, examining where Americans are moving after the 2024 election. Using data from The New York Times and Redfin, they reveal a gr…
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2024 Give Pikes Peak campaign participant Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates is the guest. Hear about what they do and why you should donate to them during the 2024 campaign. Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates website: https://medwheel.org/ Give Pikes Peak website: https://campaign.givepikespeak.org/ Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit…
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2024 Give Pikes Peak campaign participant Rocky Mountain Field Institute (RMFI) is the guest. Hear about what they do and why you should donate to them during the 2024 campaign. RMFI website: https://www.rmfi.org/ Give Pikes Peak website: https://campaign.givepikespeak.org/ Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patre…
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2024 Give Pikes Peak campaign participant Garden of the Gods Foundation is the guest. Hear about what they do and why you should donate to them during the 2024 campaign. Garden of the Gods Foundation website: https://gardenofgods.com/ Give Pikes Peak website: https://campaign.givepikespeak.org/ Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Vis…
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2024 Give Pikes Peak campaign participant Code 4 Outdoor is the guest. Hear about what they do and why you should donate to them during the 2024 campaign. Code 4 Outdoor website: https://www.code4outdoor.org/ Give Pikes Peak website: https://campaign.givepikespeak.org/ Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.co…
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In this episode, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson Real Estate share key insights for short-term rental investments, emphasizing the importance of choosing locations with capped licenses. They explain that the best cities for Airbnb investment often limit the number of licenses, reducing competition and increasing property value. Erin highlights that…
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Welcome to the REAL ESTATE EDUCATION PODCAST with hosts Erin and James, where we dive into real estate tips, trending topics, and some fun debates! Reach out: [email protected] In this episode: 🟢 Winterizing Your Colorado Home: Get your home prepped for the colder months with essential tips on gutter maintenance, window and door seali…
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Bob starts off November with an interview with Matt Meister, the Chief Meteorologist for Colorado Springs' Fox 21 TV station. They talk about the complexity of predicting the weather in Colorado, and what makes Colorado's weather - especially in the Pikes Peak region - so unique. Meister talks about the difference between a La Nina and El Nino wint…
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On this week's podcast, Bob sits down with Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade. He and Mayor Yemi discuss the 2025 budget process that is underway, and how it will affect the city's parks and trails. They also discuss public safety in the city in general and parks in particular, and ballot measure 2C, which asks voters to renew the special sales t…
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