Best Salem Shannon Podcasts (2024)

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Nipplegate: Janet Jackson's Super Bowl Slip Up with Dylan Adler and Akilah Hughes | 51 48:48

20h ago48:48

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It was the nip slip seen round the world. Whether by accident or on purpose, the nation caught a brief glimpse of Janet Jackson’s breast on live television during the 2004 Super Bowl halftime show while she was performing with Justin Timberlake. Quickly dubbed "Nipplegate," the incident ignited a firestorm of controversy and debate over broadcast d…

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Interview with Kevin Hart of Joe Homebuyer in Louisville, Kentucky 30:28

4h ago30:28

30:28

In this episode, we talk with Kevin Hart who joined the Joe Homebuyer franchise in April of 2024 (with Mike Gorius who joined the franchise in September of 2023). Kevin shares his story of how he got into real estate investing after working in accounting and insurance sales and why he chose to join Joe Homebuyer as an established investor. He share…

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White SUV Mom vs. Black SUV Mom 36:54

5h ago36:54

36:54

We've all seen the TikTok trend.... The Moms that have all their shit together, and the baddies. Which one are you? Salem and Megan share which one they are the golden nuggets of how to be the best of the best when it comes to a White SUV Mom or a Black SUV Mom. ✌🏼By Salem Shannon

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Sam Bankman-Fried: The Downfall of a Crypto Bro with Fabrizio Copano and Zoltan Kaszas | 50 49:12

8d ago49:12

49:12

Sam Bankman-Fried was the king of crypto, living large in a penthouse in the Bahamas. But his billion dollar empire was built on a foundation of fraud, and when his dubious deals were exposed, this crypto bro went from blockchain to a cell block. Fabrizio Copano (4th From the South) and Zoltan Kaszas (This Week in Zoltan, Honorary Jones) join Misha…

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Oceangate: A Flop of Titanic Proportions with Jake Cornell and Noah Miller | 49 46:10

12d ago46:10

46:10

Billionaire Stockton Rush III dreamt of exploring the Titanic. Only problem? It's really freaking hard to get to. So he pieced together the world's shoddiest submersible built from Playstation parts and promised rich tourists a view of the Titanic for the price of $250,000. Less than two hours into the dive, Rush's dream quite literally imploded...…

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Shame of Thrones: How GOT Season 8 Imploded with Ronnie Karam and Ben Mandelker | 48 51:38

22d ago51:38

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Game Of Thrones entered its final season as the undisputed king of TV. Every Sunday, millions would take a seat in the church of HBO in hopes of witnessing another Battle of the Bastards. Creators David Benioff and D.B. Weiss needed to deliver a finale so grand it would make King’s Landing look like the Iron Islands. But when they were met with gru…

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Gigli: A Cinematic Dumpster Fire with Peyton Dix and Hunter Harris | 47 45:59

29d ago45:59

45:59

Gigli would go down in history as not only one of the biggest box office bombs… but also the reason Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez broke up the first time. In 2001, Oscar nominated filmmaker Martin Brest penned the gritty tale of a lowlife mobster unable to escape his mundane existence, but by 2003 Gigli had been reverse engineered into a corny, sl…

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Interview with Vance Courtney of Joe Homebuyer Corporate on Training, Support, and Helping New Franchisees Succeed 27:35

12d ago27:35

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In this episode, we talk with Vance Courtney of Joe Homebuyer Corporate about his roles in training, supporting, and helping new franchisees succeed. Vance shares his story about how he got involved in real estate investing, how he met Mark Stubler and Cody Hofhine and became affiliated with Joe Homebuyer. He also shares specifics about how Joe Hom…

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Quick Drop: Summer Break 4:38

1M ago4:38

4:38

This quick chat is to let you know we're not going anywhere but are taking a week off from an in-depth topic to catch our breath from ALL THE THINGS that come with Summer. You know what we mean... 🏖️ Vacation 🪩 Social Events 🛶 Summer Camps All while still working... so we'll see you soon with new episodes and interviews!…

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Rome's Most Bonkers Emperor: Nero with Rachel Bloom | 46 46:08

1M ago46:08

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How much do you think about the Roman Empire? Emperor Nero’s answer would have been “not that much.” At just 16 years old, Nero starts his reign off with a bang, throwing lavish festivals for the plebs and giving himself headlining gigs as an aspiring singer-songwriter. But thanks to a power-hungry mom, some heated rivalries, and a whole lot of sex…

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Tonya Harding: On Thin Ice with Shannon Fiedler and Liza Treyger | 45 47:18

22d ago47:18

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Figure skating rivals Tonya Harding and Nancy Kerrigan were set to face off at the 1994 Olympics... but Tonya decided to try and eliminate the competition a little early. When a botched attempt to “kneecap” Kerrigan before the Olympics led back to Tonya and her inner circle of inept criminals, Harding was thrust into a media frenzy that spiraled in…

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The Art of Friendship 34:46

2M ago34:46

34:46

Schedules. Parenting. Marriage. Jobs. Friends. As Millennial Moms, we have so much going on that friendship should be an organic and easy part of the life... except when it's not. Salem and Megan chat today about the art of friendship and how it works for each them whether it's by proximity, how it stands the test of time, or how we've experienced …

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Salem Witch Trials: Coven of Conspiracy with Em Schulz and Christine Schiefer | 44 45:03

2M ago45:03

45:03

Back in the day, Salem Village was awash in bad vibes. What started as a few stressed out colonial tweens messing around became a conspiracy of religious paranoia with townsfolk turning on each other quicker than Kendrick and Drake. Months of false testimony and baseless accusations in packed courtrooms resulted in death, ruin, and one of the most …

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How O.J. Simpson's Memoir Ended Up in Book Jail with Boze and Carl Tart | 43 44:27

2M ago44:27

44:27

You know the Bronco chase, the trial and the glove, but do you know …the book? In 2006, O.J. Simpson teamed up with prominent publisher, Judith Regan, to make a killing from his controversial life story. With the help of a ghostwriter, they created a “hypothetical” tell-all book about the actual murders O.J. stood trial for. Thousands of copies wer…

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All Things Americana 46:13

2M ago46:13

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What is the first thing that comes to mind when you hear "Americana?" Is it... Red, White, and Blue 🇺🇸 Coca Cola 🐻‍❄️ Muscle Cars 🚘 Levis or Ralph Lauren 🐎 Top Gun ✈️ All the Above... Salem and I touch on the ALL THE ABOVE and discuss why Americana is near and dear to our hearts as proud Americans. We invite you to reflect with us and remember the …

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Interview with Kira Staggers of Joe Homebuyer in Raleigh, North Carolina 41:36

2M ago41:36

41:36

In this episode, we talk with Kira Staggers of Joe Homebuyer in Raleigh, North Carolina who left corporate America as an accountant and financial analyst to join the franchise with no experience in real estate investing at the end of the summer of 2023 and attended training in November of 2023. She shares her story, how she got started, what she lo…

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Watergate: Deep Throat, Deeper Trouble with Langston Kerman and Gareth Reynolds | 42 50:27

2M ago50:27

50:27

In 1972, five clumsy burglars broke into the Democratic National Committee headquarters at the Watergate Hotel. They were armed with tear gas pens, wads of cash, and enough surveillance equipment to make the NSA blush - and they were immediately caught. What could’ve been written off as the dumbest burglary in history swiftly unraveled through leak…

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Segway: Ridin' Nerdy with Adam Rose | 41 41:56

2M ago41:56

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Before it became the butt of countless jokes and the preferred transportation for mall cops, the Segway had grand ambitions. Its inventor, Dean Kamen, believed his self-balancing, two-wheeled electric scooter would change the way we get around, and ultimately eliminate the need for cars all together. But when the rubber met the road and consumers m…

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Estate Sale Shopping 101 33:21

3M ago33:21

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🛍️ Looking to try and shop for home goods a different way than retail or yard sale? Then this episode is what you've been waiting for. Salem takes us through what an ESTATE SALE is, what makes it different and great, and how to do it like a pro. Tune in for ALL THE TIPS like... 📏 How to follow the rules 🏠 Etiquette for when you're there 👜 Tricks to…

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New Coke Goes Flat with Preacher Lawson and Paul F. Tompkins | 40 46:33

2M ago46:33

46:33

In the early 90’s, an earth shattering event occurred that would change the face of American culture forever: Coca-Cola changed their recipe. New Coke was supposed to be sweeter to combat the rising popularity of Pepsi, but the customer reaction was decidedly sour. Lawsuits and public outrage contributed to the PR Nightmare - somehow hiring Bill Co…

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JCPenney Sells Out with Joel Kim Booster and Scott Seiss | 39 49:02

2M ago49:02

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When JCPenney, the 100-year-old department store, decided to rebrand in 2011, they sought the best in the biz to give them a makeover. Enter Ron Johnson, the affable retail genius behind the Apple Store. Hailed as a techy visionary, Johnson was supposed to reinvent the brand. Instead, he alienated customers with high prices and a baffling shopping …

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Competing, Coaching, and Raising Young Champs with Meredith Lombardi 57:22

3M ago57:22

57:22

In this motivating episode of We Need to Talk, Megan and Salem sit down with Meredith Lombardi, Salem's sister, a state champion competitor 🏐, former collegiate athlete, and now a dedicated mom and coach 🐅. Together, they share how their experiences growing up playing sports have shaped their mindsets and how these lessons influence their approach …

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Olestra: The Crappiest Flop of All with Kevin James Thornton | 38 37:24

2M ago37:24

37:24

After 30 years of development, Procter & Gamble rolled out a new, calorie-free oil substitute with the luxurious name, Olestra. This “miracle food” was supposed to revolutionize junk food and allow snackers to eat all the chips and crackers they could cram down their gullets without gaining any weight. Unfortunately for Procter & Gamble, Olestra di…

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Interview with Jordan Budd of Joe Homebuyer in Winston-Salem, North Carolina 39:47

2M ago39:47

39:47

In this episode, Jordan Budd talks about how he joined the Joe Homebuyer franchise at the end of August / beginning of September 2023 and how he has been growing his business since then. Jordan left a W2 job in early 2022 to learn about real estate, get his real estate license, and did a couple of deals. At the beginning of 2023, he found out that …

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George Santos: Snatch Me If You Can with Jon Lovett and Monét X Change | 37 46:57

3M ago46:57

46:57

US Congressman George Santos was an inspiring embodiment of the American dream. A son of immigrants who worked his way through the finest universities, rose through the ranks of Wall Street and started his own successful business before winning an election. Only catch? Almost none of it was true. Santos lied, schemed and embezzled his way into Cong…

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Wall Statements: How to Create a Gallery Wall 45:51

3M ago45:51

45:51

Looking to make a statement in your home with a collection of photography, art, or a collection? 🎨 A gallery wall is the perfect way to achieve design by putting items you love or connect to on display. If you're thinking of where, what, or how to fit a gallery wall in your design, this episode is the perfect listen. We discuss 👇🏼 1. Types of Galle…

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Downsizing WeWork with Smosh's Ian Hecox and Courtney Miller | 36 46:30

4M ago46:30

46:30

Can the office also be a party? Would you really want it to be? For WeWork’s CEO and founder Adam Neumann, the answer was an unequivocal, hell yes! Neumann propelled his co-working space empire to incredible heights and a valuation over $45B, all while throwing nonstop ragers, hot boxing his private jet, and arm wrestling with Jared Kushner. But wh…

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Beanie Babies Go Bust with Ian Karmel and Brian Moller | 35 40:47

3M ago40:47

40:47

When eccentric toy maker Ty Warner created a new line of floppy stuffed animals with cute names and charming poems, he unleashed pure havoc and chaos into the world. At the height of Beanie Mania, people spent their life savings and even assaulted others to collect the rare creatures like Patti the Platypus and Ziggy the Zebra before they “retired”…

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What We Are Currently OBSESSED With! 34:19

4M ago34:19

34:19

Do you ever get sucked into that thing...that becomes your OBSESSION for a period of time? Of course you do, and this episode is for you because it breaks down what Salem and Megan are hooked on - from skin care to you seasonal color analysis. Curious about what we chat about today? 👇🏼 🥴 Frownies The Original Wrinkle Patch 💆🏼‍♀️ 9 Minute Facial Mas…

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Dance Moms: Abby Lee Miller Behind Barres with Ronnie Karam and Ben Mandelker | 34 44:23

4M ago44:23

44:23

Abby Lee Miller was the force behind the hit reality show "Dance Moms" where she hurled insults - and occasionally chairs - to motivate future stars like JoJo Siwa and Maddie Ziegler. But while Abby was rising to the top of her own pyramid, she was also choreographing a little thing called financial fraud. Find out what happens when you text your a…

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Interview with Kelli Kirkland of Joe Homebuyer in Phoenix, Arizona 36:35

3M ago36:35

36:35

In this episode, Kelli Kirkland of Joe Homebuyer in Phoenix, Arizona shares her story about how she got started with Joe Homebuyer, lessons she learned from her first deal, the benefits of the Joe Homebuyer franchise, how the training prepared her for getting her business started, and what she has loved most about being affiliated with Joe Homebuye…

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How MoviePass Bombed at the Box Office with Jamie Loftus and Austin Nasso | 33 40:55

4M ago40:55

40:55

Stacy Spikes came to Hollywood with dreams of revolutionizing the industry. His creation, MoviePass, promised to offer low-fee, all-you-can-watch theater subscriptions for movie fans. The only problem? It couldn't make any money. Find out what happens when Stacy sells out to an eccentric investor, why a dog had to issue an apology to customers, and…

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Building Boundaries (and sticking to them) 43:15

4M ago43:15

43:15

Are your BOUNDARIES... great? meh? terrible? If you want to know a simple but effective framework for building boundaries - then this is the episode for you! By the end of this episode you will have the following steps👇🏼 1. Identify your Pillars of Priority 2. How to Filter Decisions through your Boundaries 3. Practice is progress, not perfection T…

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Biosphere 2: Out of Oxygen with Alie Ward and Josh Gondelman | 32 49:16

4M ago49:16

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Imagine sealing yourself in giant, glass, self-contained ecosystem with your boyfriend and a lady who's learning to play saxophone... for TWO YEARS. In 1991, eight semi-qualified volunteers entered Biosphere 2, and promised that they would live inside the giant science experiment without any help from the outside. However, thanks to chopped off fin…

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Dude, Where's My Pepsi Jet? With Kel Mitchell and Tehran Von Ghasri | 31 41:21

5M ago41:21

41:21

In the sugar-fueled '90s, Pepsi had one goal: win the Cola Wars. But when it launched “Pepsi Stuff", an ambitious promotion that encouraged people to buy Pepsi and redeem points for prizes, they overlooked their own fine print. When they promised a military-grade plane for less than it was worth "as a joke," Pepsi never imagined somebody might try …

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Confessions from our Vision Boards: 1st Quarter End, how are we doing? 40:30

5M ago40:30

40:30

Time has ended on the 1st Quarter of the Year. Salem and Megan are revisiting their Vision Boards as a check-in of their goals for the year. There are many different ways to approach a Vision Board, but here are the ingredients to our Vision Board Recipe this year 👩🏼‍🍳 Word/Theme of the Year Family & Home Career Knowledge Financial/Physical/Mental …

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Elon Musk: Chief Twit with Corporate Bro and Hari Kondabolu | 30 39:21

5M ago39:21

39:21

One night in 2022, Billionaire Elon Musk decided to impulse-buy Twitter and reduce it to ashes in just two weeks. After losing billions and destroying a public forum, Musk's attempt to 'own the libs' backfired spectacularly. Or did it? Mass layoffs, walking around with a kitchen sink, and verification nightmares teach us to never underestimate the …

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Interview with Matt Spinks of Joe Homebuyer in Knoxville, Tennessee 29:16

4M ago29:16

29:16

In this episode, I talk with Matt Spinx of Joe Homebuyer in Knoxville, Tennessee, who joined the Joe Homebuyer franchise in August/September 2023 and how he has grown his business since he started. He talks about his early career in plumbing and in HVAC for the past ten years and why he got into wholesaling in the first place in early 2023 after an…

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The Wing: #GirlBoss Goes Bust with Sarah Marshall and Franchesca Ramsey | 29 43:51

5M ago43:51

43:51

In the run-up to the 2016 US Presidential election, a new, glossy coworking enclave for women emerged to meet the moment. The Wing was supposed to be a model for feminist social clubs, built on activism, inclusion, and self-care. Instead, it became a glaring example of toxic girlboss culture and workplace discrimination, with employees mainly using…

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A Mompreneur's Story with Lauren Evans 1:00:59

5M ago1:00:59

1:00:59

Motherhood changes the landscape for Women in Leadership and Careers - whether they decide to continue in their current career or pivot into a new chapter of life. At the end of the day, we want to do what aligns our passion of family and purpose of work. If you are considering a change from your comfortable career to becoming a Mompreneur, then th…

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Magic Johnson's Late Night Nightmare with W. Kamau Bell and Reggie Watts | 28 43:15

5M ago43:15

43:15

After a Hall of Fame career, basketball legend Magic Johnson was given his very own late night talk show on Fox, The Magic Hour. It seemed like a slam dunk! Johnson had the fame, charisma, and charm to top the ratings, but things went quickly sideways. When radio shock jock Howard Stern took aim at Johnson, relentlessly making fun of his lackluster…

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Slaying the Liver King with Ahmed Al-kadri and Gianmarco Soresi | 26 39:51

5M ago39:51

39:51

Wellness influencer and self-titled “Liver King” Bryan Johnson reigned supreme with 5 million TikTok followers. His followers, known as "primals", believed in his ancestral lifestyle of eating raw meat and biting heads off of fish. His supplement empire grew into a $100-million-a-year business. But the Liver Kingdom was shaken to its rock hard core…

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Willy’s Chocolate Experience Melts Down with Matt Bellassai and Sydney Battle | 27 26:41

6M ago26:41

26:41

Board the glass elevator down to Willy’s Chocolate Experience! This viral flop-in-progress has absolutely not infringed on the Willy Wonka IP. Why would you say that?! Advertised as a “pasadise of sweet treats”, in Glasgow, families traveled far and wide to experience a candy-filled, immersive wonderland. The misspelled marketing campaign promised …

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Viva Las Vegas 38:26

6M ago38:26

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What happens in Vegas DOES NOT stay in Vegas during Design and Construction Week 🎰 Salem, just got back spending the week at the largest exhibit show there is when it comes to design and construction. And she's sharing her HIGHLIGHT REEL. This episode is worth a listen if you're interested in making some updates to your home for it's next season of…

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Anne Hathaway and James Franco’s Oscar Buzzkill with Bobby Finger and Lindsay Weber | 25 39:58

6M ago39:58

39:58

For the 83rd Academy Awards, producers wanted hosts that were "young and hip." But when they nominated Anne Hathaway and James Franco to run the show, they ended up with "nervous and bored". What followed was one of the most catastrophically awkward nights in Oscars history. Bobby Finger & Lindsey Weber from Who? Weekly join Misha for a peak behind…

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The Swan: I Want My Face Back with Gabe Dunn and Allison Raskin | 24 41:18

6M ago41:18

41:18

Contestants on 2004 reality TV show The Swan were tasked with transforming from "ugly ducklings" into gorgeous creatures. But they weren't just given a new wardrobe and attitude, they were given a whole new face. The women were isolated for months, berated, operated on multiple times, and pitted against one another at the beauty pageant finale. The…

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Interview with Shannon Thompson of Joe Homebuyer in Atlanta, Georgia 38:51

6M ago38:51

38:51

In this episode, we talk with Shannon Thompson of Joe Homebuyer in Atlanta, Georgia about his background and how he got started with Joe Homebuyer. Shannon shares his story and lessons that he has learned since he got into real estate investing in off-market properties and why he is so excited about the future of his business.…

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The Comparison TRAP 42:20

6M ago42:20

42:20

Do you find yourself COMPARING your current page to someone's highlight reel on social media? 📱 In your social circle? 👯‍♀️ In your career? 🧳 Then you are not alone and that is why you should listen to today's episode - we are chatting all about COMPARISON and how we struggle and navigate the trap as well. 🫴🏼 This is the perfect episode for a cup o…

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Milli Vanilli: Girl You Know Everybody Lip Syncs with Demi Adejuyigbe and Moshe Kasher | 23 43:42

6M ago43:42

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In 1989, a hot new duo took the world by storm. With their sexy looks, enigmatic accents, and flashy moves, Rob and Fab of Milli Vanilli became bonafide breakout stars. But thanks to a controlling producer, the artists were forced to fake the funk and didn't sing a single note on their album. Once their secret was revealed, Milli Vanilli became the…

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1.5 Million Balloons Cause Chaos in Cleveland with Luke Burbank and Andrew Walsh | 22 40:41

6M ago40:41

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Back in 1986, Cleveland was trying to make a new name for itself with a huge, record-breaking balloon launch. The goal was to increase the population, raise money for the community, and make Clevelanders proud. By the end, fingers would be blistered, horses traumatized, a search and rescue mission thwarted, and the good people of Cleveland would be…

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