Livabl Launch

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It’s no secret that real estate changes cities. Physically, culturally and economically, Canada is changing, building and evolving. It’s an important time for real estate, and you probably have some questions. Livabl Launch is a podcast about the world of Canadian real estate and property development. Whether you’re an aspiring real estate professional, a seasoned investor, or just intrigued by the inner workings of the industry, Livabl Launch is for you. From insider market analysis to new buildings coming to your neighbourhood, nothing is off the table. Join host Matthew Slutsky as he explores what’s launching now, how it got there and who’s behind the changing urban landscapes of Canada’s major cities.

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    • Jul 18, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 38m AVG DURATION
    • 17 EPISODES


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    Episode 17: Tim Ng

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 40:29


    Join Matt and Tim as they chat all things renderings, design, and social media sales.

    Episode 16: Justin Bobier

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 34:45


    Join Matt and Justin as they explore the future state of home building in the province, including the potential for online buying and the importance of physical sales centers. They also discuss the transformation of Calgary's economy and current trends in the luxury home segment, including the growing demand for secondary suites and changing demographics of homebuyers.

    Episode 15: Cara Hirsch

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 32:01


    Tune in as Cara and Matt chat all things real estate investment – from Calgary's hot market to some of the challenges facing investors and developers in Ontario.

    Episode 14: Jake Cohen

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2024 35:13


    Founded in 1984, Daniels Corporation sets itself apart by prioritizing people and sustainability in urban development. Join Matt as he chats with COO Jake Cohen about all things branding, diversification and financing in Toronto's real estate industry.

    Episode 13: Pouyan Safapour

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 53:41


    What if Torontonians saw condos as livable, sustainable long-term homes? What if the word 'end user' didn't strike fear into the hearts of developers anymore? What's the difference between selling a promise versus selling a product?  Pouyan Safapour, president and co-founder of Devron Developments wants to change Toronto's condo industry from the ground up, ensuring responsible building that strengthens communities becomes the new norm.  Join Matt and Pouyan as they discuss everything from the upcoming launch of Devron's 101 Spadina, to changing perceptions of condo living in Toronto's notorious pre-sale market. 

    Episode 12: Rob Spanier

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 38:32


    Rob is an expert placemaker, so who better to ask about what the future of liveable, connected communities look like?  Join Matt and Rob as they chat all things new launches, community-building and the art of placemaking. 

    Episode 11: Stephanie Lane

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 42:27


    The latest episode of the Livabl Launch Podcast features an exclusive interview with Stephanie Lane, Vice President, Sales & Marketing at Geranium. Stephanie's sales and marketing experience has led to sell-out success of numerous high- and low-rise residential communities across Ontario, totalling over $2 billion in sales revenue. Tune in to listen to Stephanie and Matt chat about everything from market trends to whether you should buy a home with a sidewalk.

    Episode 10: Pauline Lierman

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2024 29:26


    What's happening with those 1.5 million homes we're supposed to build by 2031? What about condo unit sizes? Are our homes getting smaller?  Matthew Slutsky asks Pauline Lierman of Zonda Urban for answers in the latest episode of the Livabl Launch podcast. 

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    Episode 9: Jeremiah Shamess

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2024 47:38


    The latest episode of the Livabl Launch podcast features an enlightening chat with Jeremiah Shamess, founder of Colliers Private Capital Investment Group.

    Episode 8: Jeremy Gladstone

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2024 34:28


    Join host Matthew Slutsky while he chats with Jeremy Gladstone, principal of Gladstone Media, about everything from artistry in branding to what a typical condo launch looks like. 

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    Episode 7: Greg Zayadi

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2023 35:20


    Greg Zayadi has over two decades of real estate experience working with industry-leading brands. Today, he's president of rennie, a full-service real estate company in Western Canada that aims to put thoughtfulness back into real estate.

    Episode 6: Brandon Donnelly

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2023 37:54


    The latest episode of the Livabl Launch podcast features an exclusive interview with Brandon Donnelly, Managing Director (Development) of Slate Asset Management.

    Episode 5: Matt Young

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023 38:54


    The latest episode of the Livabl Launch podcast features an exciting conversation with Matt Young, president and CEO of Republic Developments. 

    Episode 4: Ryan Scott

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 36:47


    The latest episode of the Livabl Launch podcast with Matthew Slutsky features an exclusive interview with Ryan Scott, CEO of Avalon Master Builders in Calgary, Alberta. Ryan is a second-generation home builder with a passion for sustainability. Known in the industry for being a leader in Canadian green building, all of Avalon's homes are built to be Net Zero.

    Episode 3: Zev Mandelbaum

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 28:15


    The latest episode of the Livabl Launch podcast features an exciting conversation with Zev Mandelbaum, founder of Altree Developments. Zev comes from a long line of real estate tycoons in the Toronto area and has a lifetime of experience bringing landmark projects to the GTA. His enthusiasm and passion for his work shines through as he speaks with Matt about everything from innovative new condo amenities to his childhood walks with his grandfather.

    Episode 2: Harley Nakelsky

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2023 44:49


    The second episode of the Livabl Launch Podcast features an exclusive interview with Harley Nakelsky, President and Partner of Baker.

    Livabl Launch with Brad Lamb

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2023 39:52


    In Livabl Launch's very first episode, Matt sits down for a candid conversation with Toronto-based builder and ‘Condo King' Brad Lamb. 

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