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Yes, there are black bears in Door County, but we don't yet know where the one that washed ashore in Egg Harbor came from. Myles Dannhausen Jr. talks to Debra Fitzgerald about that bear, but first they dig into the news that the U.S. Navy has cancelled contracts for four Constellation-class frigates being built by Fincantieri Marinette Marine with assistance from its Sturgeon Bay yard. What does it mean for local workers when a multi-billion dollar contract ends?

The United States is close to declaring war on Venezuela. Well, sort of; the President said he won't actually seek a declaration from Congress and instead just “kill people that are bringing drugs into our country.” Just prior, however, the White House gave Maduro an ultimatum to flee Venezuela. So are we killing people with drugs on boats or orchestrating regime change? The 2024 US DOJ-DEA National Drug Threat Assessment literally did not even mention Venezuela. The only recent major indictment of the country came from a Presidential Memorandum on September 15, 2024, which declared several countries as having failed in “their obligations under international counternarcotics agreements.” Ironically, the President made “null” and “void” all “documents, proclamations, Executive Orders, Memorandums, or Contracts,” signed under former President Biden's autopen, essentially erasing the declaration that Venezuela had any connection serious to drug trafficking. But for drugs like fentanyl, nearly 100% of it comes through Mexico. One would be confused in learning this and then trying to figure out why the White House has targeted Venezuela in the name of those same drugs. Remember, Mexico refused to assist in cleaning up the cartels under Claudia Sheinbaum, and it is her ethno-state, Israel, which is verifiably behind training the cartels, arming them, and facilitating through HIAS mass human trafficking. The White House is also saying that Venezuela is a host of illegal immigration, though Mexico and several other countries play a far greater role.  This has people thinking that the whole issue is about oil, something the US State Department has denied. But perhaps it is about Sheinbaum. While Javier Milei of Argentina, who is also Jewish, just launched the Isaac Accords to strengthen political, economic and cultural cooperation between Israel and Latin America, Maduro of Venezuela, who himself has Jewish heritage, has consistently been condemning Israel as holding “an ideology more dangerous than Nazism.” He has accused Jews of controlling his opposition and the media, the same media now telling the public we have to stop Venezuelan drug trafficking by regime change only. Or perhaps, Maduro, who is Jewish, is playing the role of turning over the resource rich country to the US-Israel alliance, hence why he was given the option to flee. *The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below.WEBSITEFREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVE-X / TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMYOUTUBERUMBLE-BUY ME A COFFEECashApp: $rdgable PAYPAL: rdgable1991@gmail.comRyan's Books: https://thesecretteachings.info - EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / rdgable1991@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-secret-teachings--5328407/support.

Did Zillow really offer Compass up to $1.6 BILLION a year if they'd let Zillow help "double-end" pre-marketed listings? In Episode 343 of tWiRE, we break down Robert Reffkin's viral post, what that alleged offer actually was, and what it says about portals, power, and who really controls the consumer relationship in today's real estate market. Then we zoom out to everything shaking the 2025 housing market this week: Zillow quietly scrubbing climate-risk scores from listings, new pushes for referral-fee transparency, and fresh affordability data showing just how hard it is to rent or buy on a normal income. In this episode, we cover: Compass vs. Zillow Reffkin's claim that Zillow dangled a $1.3–$1.6B "revenue uplift" if Compass let the portal route every buyer to a Compass buyer's agent on pre-marketed listings. Why Compass says it walked away, what this means for double-ending deals, and how real estate agents should talk about this with their own buyers and sellers. Zillow pulls climate data Why climate-risk scores vanished from listings. MLS complaints about accuracy versus buyers' right to know about flood, fire, and heat risk. What this change means for consumer trust, disclosure, and liability going forward. Referral fees and fine print  How the California Association of Realtors is rewriting forms to spotlight referral fees after NAR's failed vote. Why big brokerages are rolling out their own enhanced referral-fee disclosures anyway, and what smart agents should be doing now. Affordability crisis check-in New numbers showing the typical retail worker earns tens of thousands less than they need to afford the typical apartment. A construction labor crunch that is driving up costs, slowing new-home delivery, and deepening the housing affordability crisis. How labor, regulation, and rent burdens are colliding to keep housing out of reach for many renters and first-time buyers. Prices, new construction, and buyer regret Zillow data showing record-level price cuts and what that really means for sellers who still want "spring 2022 money." New-construction's price premium dropping to a record-low 10.2% and why builders are suddenly some of the most motivated sellers in the market. Buyer's remorse falling sharply as days on market stretch, contingencies come back, and buyers get more time to think. Contracts, cancellations, and mortgage rates About 15% of October home-purchase contracts falling through and where cancellations are clustering. Mortgage rates finally ticking lower, why demand barely moved, and what to watch as markets react to the next round of economic news. Whether you're an agent, buyer, seller, or real estate investor, this episode is all about power and pressure in today's market: who controls the listings, who controls the fees, and who is getting squeezed on the ground. 

In this episode, I sit down with Mark Freeman and Chad Sanderson (Gable.ai) to discuss the release of their new O'Reilly book, Data Contracts: Developing Production-Grade Pipelines at Scale. They dive deep into the chaotic journey of writing a 350-page book while simultaneously building a venture-backed startup.The conversation takes a sharp turn into the evolution of Data Contracts. While the concept started with data engineers, Mark and Chad explain why they pivoted their focus to software engineers. They argue that software engineers are facing a "Data Lake Moment, "prioritizing speed over craftsmanship, resulting in massive technical debt and integration failures.Gable: https://www.gable.ai/

This week I'm joined by Michael Henderson, Founder of RiskBox Ltd, a man on a mission to help creative businesses understand what insurance they really need.Michael brings a refreshingly honest take on one of the more confusing of running a businesses. He shares real stories, practical guidance, and insights that could save your business time, money and headaches when things go wrong.

In this episode, I'm joined by Oto Gomes, crypto investor, mentor, and founder of the Crypto Freedom Academy, for a conversation that goes far beyond charts, markets, and digital assets. Oto brings over a decade of crypto experience and another decade as an accountant, but what truly sets him apart is his heart-centered approach to wealth, sovereignty, and freedom.Together, we unpack why so many people feel disempowered around money, how our beliefs shape our financial reality, and why the future of prosperity depends less on chasing quick wins and more on understanding who we are at our core. Oto shares practical and grounded wisdom on navigating crypto safely, building true abundance, and creating a resilient inner foundation that can weather both bull and bear markets—externally and internally.We also explore the deeper emotional and spiritual layers of money. Oto breaks down how self-worth ties directly into financial behavior, why sovereignty is a non-negotiable in the new paradigm, and how interdependent communities can help us rewrite our relationship with wealth. His mission is clear: to empower people to reclaim their agency, operate from integrity, and create a prosperous life rooted in accountability and connection.If you're curious about crypto, seeking a more holistic approach to money, or wanting to align your financial path with personal freedom and purpose, this conversation offers grounded insights and expansive perspective. Visit lukestorey.com/cryptoacademy and use code LUKE for 10% off courses in the Crypto Freedom Academy.DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and not intended for diagnosing or treating illnesses. The hosts disclaim responsibility for any adverse effects from using the information presented. Consult your healthcare provider before using referenced products. This podcast may include paid endorsements.THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY:BIOPTIMIZERS | Get 25% off Bioptimizer's entire product line for Black Friday and Cyber Monday at bioptimizers.com/lukePIQUE | For a limited time, get 20% off for life plus a free starter kit at piquelife.com/lukeLITTLE SAINTS | Visit littlesaints.com/luke and use code LUKE to get 20% off your first order. EONS | Visit lukestorey.com/eons and use code LUKE20 to save 20%.MORE ABOUT THIS EPISODE:(00:00:00) The $1.1 Million Lesson & the Truth About Wealth(00:10:57) Wartime vs Peacetime Capitalism & the Flow of Money(00:27:00) Crypto 101: Bitcoin, Blockchains, & Why It Won't Just “Disappear”(00:49:48) Blockchain, Internet “Nations,” & Rewriting Your Relationship With Money(01:09:13) From “I'm Bad at Tech” to Confident Crypto Steward(01:23:09) Redefining Money, Debt, & Value in a Two-World Reality(01:46:47) No One Is Coming to Save Us: Dismantling Statism, Contracts, & False KingsResources:• Website: otogomes.live• Instagram:

⬜ Welcome to Palvatar Market Recap, your go-to daily briefing on the latest market movements, global macro shifts, and crypto trends—powered by Raoul Pal's AI avatar, Palvatar ⬜ In today's update, Palvatar reviews a shaky start to December across global markets. Bitcoin faces its steepest one-day drop in months following China's crypto ban, while Japan considers a flat 20% tax on crypto gains and Sony Bank plans a U.S. stablecoin launch. Economic indicators show China's manufacturing contraction, cautious U.S. sentiment ahead of key reports, and mixed signals from UK consumer borrowing, highlighting ongoing market uncertainty.

“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic offer updates on Tatsuya Imai and on San Francisco's latest free-agent signings. Plus, a look at major deals around MLB so far.--(2:57) - Giants sign reliever Sam Hentges to one year deal(8:31) - The latest on Tatsuya Imai(18:47) - Looking back on large Giants contracts(22:00) - A look at major deals around the MLB(30:53) - Fan mailbag questions Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Lawmakers opening investigations after US double-strike near Venezuela that destroyed boat, then finished off survivors; Activists raising awareness of Amazon contracts for technology used in immigration raids; Food prices causing worries in wake of federal government shutdown; December 1 is World AIDS Day, though US government is not observing occasion; Native American actor Elaine Miles detained by ICE in Seattle after agents tell her tribal ID card “looked fake”; 200 protesters foil ICE raid in NYC by blocking parking garage where agents assembled The post Lawmakers open investigations after US strikes destroy boat, then kill survivors; Activists protest Amazon technology contracts for immigration raids – December 1, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Contracts, these are not birthday cards, read before you sign and know the ins and out of them. Come along as we talk about the Christmas gifts that now come with contracts.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Falcons 27-24 loss to the New York Jets in New York, continue to let callers give their take on the Falcons 27-24 loss to the Jets, and explain why they think major buyouts in college football head coaches' contracts will be over soon.

HR2 - Even if Falcons clean house roster won't change much because of contracts In hour two Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Falcons 27-24 loss to the New York Jets in New York, explain why they think the Falcons need to make changes but not necessarily clean house because cleaning house may be counter productive, let callers give their take on the Falcons 27-24 loss to the Jets, continue to recap and react to the Falcons 27-24 loss to the Jets in New York, continue to let callers give their take on the Falcons 27-24 loss to the Jets, explain why they think major buyouts in college football head coaches' contracts will be over soon, react to the latest news, rumors, and reports in the NFL as they go In The Huddle, react to the Atlanta Hawks' 142-134 double overtime win over the Philadelphia 76ers in Philadelphia last night, explain why they think their win last night further proves they're legit contenders in the East this season, face the good and bad picks they made on Friday in Man Up Monday, and then close out hour two by diving into the life of Mike Johnson and getting Mike'd Up!

In this episode of The Eric Coffey Show, Eric sits down with Danielle, Amy, and Diane to break down the most overlooked moves small businesses should make during slow periods in GovCon. The panel shares actionable strategies on strengthening your brand visibility on LinkedIn, fixing the gaps inside your capability statement and pitch deck, refining your tech stack, and—most critically—truly understanding your customer before you send a single email. Whether it's researching expiring contracts, aligning with agency pain points, or showing up prepared at industry events, this conversation reveals how to prepare now so you're positioned to win the moment the government reopens. Key Takeaways Know your customer before you outreach: Study expiring contracts, agency pain points, and program priorities—don't pitch blindly. Fix what's broken now: Update your capability statement, pitch deck, and internal systems while competition is slowing down. Stay visible and valuable: Use LinkedIn consistently, show thought leadership, and refine your brand so you're in the room when opportunities arise. Learn more: https://federalhelpcenter.com/ https://govcongiants.org/  Watch the full Youtube Live here: https://www.youtube.com/live/c7fV-oJd74k

Connect with Will at: https://bsky.app/profile/wiverson.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/wiverson Mentioned during the series: Will's Youtube channel: https://changenode.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@ChangeNode Mentioned in this episode: killed by google: https://killedbygoogle.com build your own LLM: https://www.freecodecamp.org/news/code-an-llm-from-scratch-theory-to-rlhf/ The post 313 How AI is Disrupting Social Contracts first appeared on Agile Thoughts.

Hiring family into your business sounds like a dream, until it turns into a nightmare. In this episode, Lianne Kim dives into the messy, magical, and often misunderstood world of working with family. Whether it's your spouse, sibling, cousin, or child, bringing loved ones into your business requires more than good intentions. It demands clarity, boundaries, and a solid plan.Lianne shares the most common scenarios she's seen go wrong, the red flags to watch for, and the smart strategies that can make working with family a win-win. If you've ever wondered whether hiring someone you love is a good idea, this episode will help you decide and do it right.In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode,‌ ‌you'll discover:‌ ‌Why most family business partnerships failThe difference between hiring family and sharing ownershipCommon mistakes entrepreneurs make when hiring loved onesRed flags to avoid: pity hires, favors, and blurred boundariesHow to set clear roles, expectations, and contractsThe importance of regular meetings and tough conversationsWhen to bring in a coach or mediator to protect the relationshipHow to make working with family a true win-winTimestamps:‌ ‌03:00 – Why partnerships often go wrong06:00 – Good vs. bad reasons to hire family10:00 – Common scenarios and what to watch for15:00 – The danger of favors and informal arrangements20:00 – How to set up a successful working relationship26:00 – Contracts, job descriptions, and accountability30:00 – When to bring in outside support33:00 – Final thoughts on protecting your business and relationshipsThink you might be ready for business coaching? Book a call here: https://www.liannekim.com — ‌Connect with me: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liannekimcoach Instagram: @liannekimcoach Join the Mamas & Co. community to get access to valuable resources and the support of likeminded mompreneurs and mentors: https://www.mamasandco.com Instagram: @mamasandco Podcasting support: https://theultimatecreative.com

JD and Ben Ennis, from The FAN Morning Show, react to the Blue Jays signing starting pitcher Dylan Cease. The good hour duo discuss what Cease brings to the Jays, compare him to past starting pitchers the Jays have signed, what this signals about the Jays ownership and front office off-season plans. After, the guys bring up the worst contracts in Toronto sports history (40:00).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.  

Join Newton One Advisors (Mark Singer) and Exceptional Risk Advisors (Chris Lack, Sean Callaghan, and Tim Smith) for a discussion on the evolving landscape of income protection planning for collegiate athletes and their NIL contracts.

Turn online alignment into an offline community — join us at TheWayFwrd.com to connect with like-minded people near you.What if the most important contract of your life was one you never read, never signed… and never even knew existed?In this episode, I sit down with Michael Joseph, Phil Mederi, and Daniel Menz from the Sacred Honor Educational Fellowship to break down the hidden world of commerce, jurisdiction, and private vs public status, the stuff that quietly shapes your daily life.Most people move through life assuming they're “free,” but the real structure sits underneath, in the language, the commerce system, and the contracts that define your status. Once you understand how the system actually works, you start to see why the trap is subtle… and why the exit requires clarity, not chaos.If you're exploring status correction, common law, the private domain, or how the corporate system actually operates, this conversation will give you a framework that finally makes sense.You'll Learn:[00:00:00] Introduction[00:05:05] Pre-Civil War America: gold-backed money, no income tax, permits, or licenses[00:07:39] People vs. persons: Bill of Rights language vs. 14th Amendment terminology[00:11:41] 1913 Federal Reserve, 1917 Trading with the Enemy Act, wartime powers[00:12:01] 1933 Emergency Relief Act: US citizens made debtors backing the Fed[00:17:52] The original Republic still exists; Americans choose federal or pre-Civil War state citizenship[00:20:34] “State national” has no legal basis[00:35:37] Contracts can't remove unalienable rights without consent[00:42:31] People are controlled by ignorance, not force[00:50:03] Birth certificate bond: future labor as collateral[00:53:52] Legal tender includes bills of exchange, rarely taught[01:01:39] Public vs. private: US citizens as debtors vs. living men and women as credit[01:06:11] The US uniquely allows multiple ways to renegotiate with the corporate fiction[01:10:31] The Trifecta: church, trust, and private clubs[01:12:39] Status correction starts with an affidavit to the Secretary of State[01:16:16] Passport oath: US citizen or non-citizen national unless adding an explanatory statement[01:34:57] Allodial land: true freehold without taxes or encumbrances[01:54:30] Post-1933 concurrent equity vs. pre-1933 exclusive equity[02:06:29] Law of offer: offeror carries liability[02:14:12] Secured vs. unsecured debt in equity[02:22:50] Supreme Court equity filing against 300 elites[02:23:52] Plausible deniability via obscure church tax exemptionResources Mentioned:Movie: Breaking The Spell (available to members only - join here) The Creature from Jekyll Island by G. Edward Griffin | BookEp 193 The Hidden Ledger: Taxes, Debt, & Restoration Of The Living with Govinda Tidball | Spotify or AppleInitiate your Active Fellow Membership in the Sacred Honor Fellowship. It includes exclusive teachings, live calls, community support, and access to advanced support when enrolling in pathways.Learn more about the Sacred Honor Educational FellowshipStep into the transformative reality of Equity Jurisprudence, the ultimate remedy in natural justice with your free copy of Equity Unveiled. Find more from Alec:Alec Zeck | InstagramAlec Zeck | XThe Way Forward | InstagramThe Way Forward is Sponsored By:Designed for deep focus and well-being. 100% blue light and flicker free. For $50 off your Daylight Computer, use discount code: TWF50RMDY Academy & Collective: Homeopathy Made AccessibleHigh-quality remedies and training to support natural healing. Enroll hereExplore hereNew Biology Clinic: Redefine Health from the Ground UpExperience tailored terrain-based health services with consults, livestreams, movement classes, and more. Visit www.NewBiologyClinic.com and use code TheWayForward for $50 off activation. Members get the $150 fee waived

From losing his $25,000 life savings on his first startup investment to democratizing venture capital for everyday investors, Gerry Hays shares proven strategies for making early-stage investing accessible through VentureStaking while teaching founders outside traditional tech hubs how to raise capital and build sustainable businesses. In this episode of the DealQuest Podcast, host Corey Kupfer sits down with Gerry Hays, founder and CEO of Doriot and Senior Lecturer at Indiana University's Kelley School of Business. Gerry has made 75+ startup investments, taught venture capital for 20 years, and built multiple companies from zero to exit, including HomeYeah.com and Charlie Biggs Food Company. His current mission focuses on expanding venture capital access beyond coastal hubs through innovative funding models. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: In this episode, you'll discover how to participate in early-stage startup investing with as little as $10 through the VentureStaking model, why the right to invest later in winning companies proves more valuable than over-investing today, and how collapsing startup costs are fundamentally changing capital requirements for founders. Gerry shares strategies for avoiding what he calls "the fool's tax" when making your first investments, the critical importance of backing founders over ideas, and why venture investing resembles poker more than roulette. You'll also learn about building venture ecosystems within universities where students and alumni can collaborate on funding and growth, navigating the decision between raising capital versus bootstrapping your business, and the difference between venture-appropriate businesses versus lifestyle companies. The conversation explores tokenization's potential to create an ownership economy, why cultivation mindset beats consumption thinking for long-term wealth building, and what freedom from scarcity truly means in both dealmaking and life. GERRY'S JOURNEY: Gerry's path into venture capital came through painful education. After leaving law practice after just six months, he made his first investment at age 27, putting his entire life savings of $25,000 into a hazardous waste processing technology. He knew the space intimately from running lobbying for Indiana's Department of Environmental Management. The technology made sense. The market opportunity was clear. But the founder couldn't execute, and Gerry lost everything. That lesson kept him away from startup investing for a decade. Instead, he became a founder himself, launching HomeYeah.com during the dot-com boom. He acquired a small Indianapolis company with 25 lawn signs and built it into the 11th largest real estate company in Indianapolis by transactions, growing from zero to $1.8 million in revenue in just 20 to 24 months. The company sold to Help-U-Sell Real Estate in 2003, but not before Gerry experienced the challenge of raising capital outside traditional tech hubs. After the HomeYeah.com exit, Indiana University invited him to teach a new venture capital course. He's been there since 2004, creating what he calls a bridge between academic theory and real-world startup practice. Meanwhile, he co-founded Charlie Biggs Food Company, scaling it from zero to $10 million in revenue with distribution in over 1,000 retail locations before exiting through a private equity deal. FIRST INVESTMENT LESSONS: That initial $25,000 loss taught Gerry what he calls "avoiding the fool's tax." The fundamental insight was simple but profound. When you invest, you're really investing in founders more than ideas. He was simply a bad picker of founders at that point. The technology expertise didn't matter. Market knowledge didn't matter. What mattered was identifying founders who could execute through inevitable obstacles and pivots. This lesson shaped everything that followed. Gerry wouldn't touch startup investing again for ten years after that loss. When he did return, his approach centered on cultivating relationships with founders over time, watching how they respond to challenges, and building diversified portfolios that acknowledge most investments will fail. VENTURESTAKING MODEL: The VentureStaking approach emerged from Gerry's years of teaching and investing. The model allows investors to participate with as little as $10 in early-stage founders. Instead of writing large checks for immediate equity, venture stakers provide small grants to founders just getting started. If those founders break out and raise a real equity round, the stakers get invited to invest at 10 times their initial stake. The math works elegantly. Out of 25 investments of $10 each totaling $250, you might only see three worth backing in a real round. But when winners emerge, you've earned the right to participate in meaningful equity rounds without the traditional barriers to entry. This democratizes access while maintaining sophisticated portfolio construction principles. Gerry likens venture investing to poker rather than roulette. You play many hands with small amounts. You fold most of them. But when you spot real winners, you bet heavy. This is cultivation versus consumption, a long-term wealth-building game that Warren Buffett exemplifies, having created 99% of his wealth after age 65. THE COLLAPSING COST OF STARTING: One of the most profound shifts Gerry identifies is how startup costs have collapsed. What required $5 million to build ten years ago can now be created in a day for $50 thanks to AI agents, no-code platforms, and cloud services. This changes everything about capital requirements and who can be a founder. This trend combines with tokenization to create what Gerry calls an ownership economy. Instead of owning a few stocks generating passive income, people could hold tokens in 150 companies, each generating small amounts of passive income without traditional barriers to entry. The infrastructure for this future is being built now through blockchain technology and regulatory evolution. UNIVERSITY VENTURE ECOSYSTEMS: Gerry's work brings the VentureStaking model to universities, creating ecosystems where students, alumni, and faculty can participate in funding and building the next generation of startups. Indiana University has 70,000 students and 800,000 alumni. Imagine creating an arena where students pitch ideas, alumni back them with small stakes, and the community participates in the upside when founders succeed. Shared information, shared risk, shared prosperity. This approach captures innovation traditional VCs miss entirely. Founders outside coastal hubs gain access to capital. Alumni gain access to investment opportunities typically reserved for accredited investors with six-figure minimums. Students learn by doing rather than just studying theory. The model scales to any university willing to build the infrastructure. KEY INSIGHTS: Geographic location shouldn't determine access to capital. Gerry experienced this firsthand with HomeYeah.com in Indianapolis. He wasn't in California. He didn't have the right connections. That challenge drives his current work at Doriot, focused on democratizing venture capital for founders and investors outside traditional hubs. The Sam Altman example illustrates how network effects compound. Altman invested $15,000 in Stripe in 2009, now worth $650 million. That wealth creates access to more deals. Those deals create more wealth. The rich get richer not because they're smarter but because they have access. VentureStaking aims to expand that access. Contracts matter, but people matter just as much. Gerry's experience shows that when something seems too easy, like tenants responding unusually quickly to lease documents without redlines for 10-15 year commitments, it raises red flags. You can have perfect legal documents but still face challenges if you're working with the wrong people. THE SHARK TANK STORY: Gerry shares his Shark Tank experience where his former student pitched a business and received a $250,000 offer from Mark Cuban for 35% equity. Gerry advised him that existing SAFEs would push him below 50% ownership. The founder turned down Cuban's offer. That "no" to Mark Cuban kicked off Season 4 of Shark Tank and generated publicity that proved more valuable than the deal itself. The company continued growing without the investment. CULTIVATION VERSUS CONSUMPTION: One of Gerry's most powerful insights addresses how society trains people for consumption rather than cultivation. We've made sports betting legal. Prediction markets are booming. We're training young people about fast-moving money and dopamine hits. But venture investing is a cultivation game. You're dropping seeds into the ground and watching what the universe brings back. He gave a student $5,000 who wanted to build something in the travel industry. The founder pivoted to AI and Shopify and just raised $8 million at a $55 million valuation. That $5,000 investment is now worth over $200,000. The bet wasn't on the idea. It was on a founder who wouldn't quit. That's something you discover by playing the game, getting yourself into wealth-building activities where you're patient, watching, and learning. FREEDOM FROM SCARCITY: When asked about freedom, Gerry's answer cut to something fundamental. Being free from a scarcity mindset is profoundly important. Everything around us reinforces scarcity. But when you let go of that and realize how abundant things really are, it changes how you see opportunities. You can afford to be patient. You can take calculated risks. You can help others succeed knowing there's enough to go around. This mindset applies to venture capital, to dealmaking, to entrepreneurship, and to life. When you operate from abundance rather than scarcity, you see opportunities differently. Capital formation is evolving. The question is whether that evolution will democratize opportunity or concentrate it further. Gerry's betting on democratization. Perfect for investors curious about venture capital but feeling locked out of traditional opportunities, founders outside coastal tech hubs seeking capital, university administrators exploring venture ecosystem development, and anyone interested in how capital formation is evolving to become more accessible while maintaining sophisticated portfolio construction principles. FOR MORE ON THIS EPISODE: https://www.coreykupfer.com/blog/gerryhays FOR MORE ON GERRY HAYS:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerryhays/ https://doriot.com FOR MORE ON COREY KUPFERhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/https://www.coreykupfer.com/ Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker. He has more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker. He is deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is also the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast. Get deal-ready with the DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer, where like-minded entrepreneurs and business leaders converge, share insights and challenges, and success stories. Equip yourself with the tools, resources, and support necessary to navigate the complex yet rewarding world of dealmaking. Dive into the world of deal-driven growth today! Episode Highlights with Timestamps [00:00] - Introduction to Gerry Hays and the VentureStaking model [02:15] - Growing up around real estate and finding it boring initially [04:30] - The $25,000 first investment loss and avoiding the fool's tax [07:45] - Launching HomeYeah.com during the dot-com boom and growing to $1.8 million [10:20] - Capital raising challenges outside traditional tech hubs [12:30] - Selling HomeYeah.com to Help-U-Sell Real Estate in 2003 [14:15] - Teaching venture capital at Indiana University since 2004 [16:45] - Building Charlie Biggs Food Company from zero to $10 million in revenue [19:30] - The VentureStaking model explained with $10 minimum investments [22:15] - Why venture investing is poker, not roulette [25:00] - The collapsing cost of starting companies from millions to dollars [27:30] - Tokenization and the ownership economy vision [30:45] - The $5,000 investment now worth $200,000 after founder pivoted to AI [33:20] - Sam Altman's $15,000 Stripe investment now worth $650 million [36:00] - Building venture ecosystems within universities [39:15] - The Shark Tank story where student turned down Mark Cuban [42:00] - Cultivation versus consumption mindset for wealth building [44:30] - Warren Buffett creating 99% of wealth after age 65 [46:45] - Freedom from scarcity mindset in dealmaking and life Guest Bio Gerry Hays is the founder and CEO of Doriot, a platform focused on democratizing venture capital by expanding access for entrepreneurs outside traditional coastal hubs. He is also a Senior Lecturer at Indiana University's Kelley School of Business, where he has taught Venture Capital and Entrepreneurial Finance since 2004. Gerry began his career in politics and law before founding HomeYeah.com, an online real estate platform that grew from zero to $1.8 million in revenue in 20-24 months and became the 11th largest real estate company in Indianapolis by transactions. The company was acquired by the private equity firm behind Help-U-Sell Real Estate in 2003. He co-founded Charlie Biggs Food Company, growing it to over $10 million in annual revenue with distribution in over 1,000 retail locations before exiting through a private equity deal. He also co-founded Apparel Media Group, later acquired by Custom Ink. An active investor, Gerry has backed 75+ early-stage companies, several of which have raised over $20 million or achieved profitability. He has been investing in Bitcoin and Bitcoin Layer 2 infrastructure since 2013. Gerry is the author of The First-Time Founders Equity Bible and has led student venture immersion trips to Asia for over a decade. Host Bio Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker with more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast. Show Description Do you want your business to grow faster? The DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer reveals how successful entrepreneurs and business leaders use strategic deals to accelerate growth. From large mergers and acquisitions to capital raising, joint ventures, strategic alliances, real estate deals, and more, this show discusses the full spectrum of deal-driven growth strategies. Get the confidence to pursue deals that will help your company scale faster. Related Episodes Episode 350 - Tom Dillon on Fractional CFOs and Alternative Funding Sources: Learn how fractional CFO services help companies explore diverse funding options beyond traditional venture capital. Episode 351 - Solocast on Deal Structures Beyond M&A and Capital Raising: Explore joint ventures, strategic alliances, licensing agreements, and other creative partnership models that expand growth options. Episode 89 - Sherisse Hawkins on the Capital Raising Journey: Discover the practical realities of securing investment as a founder and navigating the funding landscape. Episode 85 - Nick Adams on Seed Stage Venture Capital Funds: Understand how traditional VCs evaluate early-stage deals and what metrics matter most to institutional investors. Episode 175 - Natasha Miller on Developing Strategic Partnerships: Master the concepts of shared risk, shared resources, and creative collaboration structures that bring communities together. Episode 185 - Maximilian Rast on How to Raise Capital for Your Company: Build the fundamentals of capital raising that apply across venture, real estate, and business growth strategies. Social Media Follow DealQuest Podcast:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/Website: https://www.coreykupfer.com/ Follow Gerry Hays: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerryhays/ Company: https://doriot.com Twitter: @gerryhays Keywords/Tags venture capital democratization, VentureStaking model, early stage investing, startup funding alternatives, university venture ecosystems, tokenization investing, accredited investor alternatives, cultivation mindset wealth building, venture capital accessibility, startup investment diversification, capital raising strategies, founder backing strategies, angel investing, entrepreneurship education, blockchain tokenization, ownership economy, portfolio diversification, founder selection strategies, dealmaking strategies

Understanding Contracts: The Backbone of Legal AgreementsThis conversation delves into the essential principles of contract law, focusing on the importance of understanding offers, acceptances, and consideration. The speaker emphasizes that contract law is based on objective standards rather than subjective intentions, highlighting the need for clear communication between parties. The discussion also touches on the implications of consideration and the concept of promissory estoppel when consideration fails.Contracts are the invisible threads that weave through our daily lives, often unnoticed yet fundamentally crucial. They transform social promises into legally enforceable agreements, ensuring predictability and trust in human cooperation. At its core, a contract is a legally enforceable promise, distinct from mere moral obligations.The Building Blocks of ContractsThe formation of a contract involves three key elements: offer, acceptance, and consideration. An offer is a clear expression of willingness to enter a bargain, while acceptance is the agreement to the offer's terms. Consideration, the magic ingredient, involves a bargain for exchange, transforming a promise into a binding obligation.Defenses and RemediesEven a well-formed contract can face challenges. Defenses like incapacity, duress, and misrepresentation can render a contract unenforceable. When breaches occur, remedies such as expectation damages aim to restore the injured party to their original position, while reliance and restitution address more speculative or unjust scenarios.The Role of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC)For contracts involving the sale of goods, the UCC provides a flexible framework, reflecting the realities of commercial life. It allows for contract formation even with open terms, emphasizing the intent to create a binding agreement.Contracts are more than legal documents; they are the foundation of trust and cooperation in society. By understanding their intricacies, we can better navigate the complexities of legal agreements and ensure that promises are kept.TakeawaysContract law is based on objective standards.A valid offer must be clear enough for enforcement.Clear acceptance of an offer is crucial.Consideration is essential for a binding contract.Promissory estoppel can apply if consideration fails.Understanding the reasonable person standard is key.Formation analysis involves three building blocks.Contracts must be analyzed based on what was said and done.Legal analysis requires thorough examination of facts.Communication between parties is vital in contract law.contract law, offer, acceptance, consideration, promissory estoppel, legal analysis, reasonable person standard

Here in the Northwest, we produce nearly 88% of all U.S. fresh pears, but on the canned side, the August closure of the Del Monte canary left many growers holding the bag ... until the USDA stepped in.

Dave Hyde reacts to the 49ers' surprising decision to give Brock Purdy a big contract extension and weighs in on whether quarterbacks like Purdy, Trevor Lawrence, or Tua deserve these big-time deals. The conversation takes a lighter turn with a discussion on modern dating apps, debating whether it's worth “swiping” in today's world. Hyde also provides an update on Bernie Kosar's recovery following his liver transplant, highlighting the legendary quarterback's journey back to health.

Aurian Norouzi from Kraken Oil and Nick Smart from Collide break down how Kraken is using AI to replace some of the most time-draining midstream and commercial workflows, from digging through gas contracts to analyzing acreage dedications. They walk through real examples like automating North Dakota stripper-well filings, speeding up third-party forecasting with GIS data, and mapping contract dedications directly in Collide. A quick look at how AI is cutting manual work, reducing friction, and helping teams move way faster.Click here to watch a video of this episode.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to view the episode transcript. https://twitter.com/collide_iohttps://www.tiktok.com/@collide.iohttps://www.facebook.com/collide.iohttps://www.instagram.com/collide.iohttps://www.youtube.com/@collide_iohttps://bsky.app/profile/digitalwildcatters.bsky.socialhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/collide-digital-wildcatters

Send us a textIn this episode, recent horse shoppers Robyn Stewart from the University of Georgia Extension, and Dr. Kathy Anderson with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln,  share how they found their new equine partner.  From savvy shopping to kicking some tires (or hooves), the key to finding a new horse - don't be in a rush!Extension HorsesCaveat Emptor – Let the buyer beware: How to Avoid Mistakes When Buying a Horse

Publishing deals and working agreements can do everything from launch a game or sink a studio. But too often, devs and studios sign first without realizing they gave up too much. So today, we're going to go over what every developer should understand about publishing agreements, licensing and work-for-hire arrangements. From negotiation red flags to protecting your IP, you'll know how to navigate legal decisions now to help you avoid financial and creative headaches tomorrow. Episode Shownotes Link: https://rengenmarketing.com/429

Joe Laverick was one of the standout British talents through his junior years and earned a place on one of the top development teams in cycling: Hagens Berman Axeon. He spent two seasons there under the guidance of the world-renowned Axel Merckx.Joe had hoped to make the jump to the WorldTour, but things didn't fall into place, and he found himself without a contract at the end of 2022 — facing an uncertain future.Instead of walking away, Joe built something completely different: a one-man privateer project that blends road racing, time trialling and gravel, fuelled by spreadsheets, sponsors, side clients and a serious obsession with marginal gains.Joe lifts the curtain on:What it actually costs to race as a privateer (race budget, travel, equipment)Why you need to be more than “just a bike racer” in 2025Balancing being a rider, writer, team owner, sponsor-hunter, soigneur and logistics managerHow he uses products like the Castelli Gabba R and new gravel kit – and why honest feedback mattersThe learning curve of gravel: tyre pressure, technical skills and why it's an “untapped jigsaw of performance”200+ days on the road in the US gravel scene, host housing, burnout, and finding balanceWhy enjoyment is the ultimate performance metric, and his advice for young riders choosing between the pro pathway and privateer lifeWe wrap up with Joe's dream Girona loop over Sant Hilari and Montseny – a 6.5-hour, 180–200 km that he still calls one of the best rides in the world.– LINKS –Joe Laverickhttps://www.instagram.com/joe.laverick/https://www.strava.com/athletes/7026027Sant Hilari Ridehttps://www.strava.com/activities/10469253051Castelli SOGhttps://www.castelli-cycling.com/spirit-of-gravelMen's Unlimited Gravel Collection:⁠https://www.castelli-cycling.com/IT/en/Men/Collection/Unlimited/c/Man-Col-Unl⁠Women's Unlimited Gravel Collection:⁠https://www.castelli-cycling.com/IT/en/Woman/Collection/Unlimited/c/Wom-Col-Unl⁠Castelli's Xmas Ride, Nov 29:Overview | ⁠https://www.strava.com/clubs/66959⁠Italy | Signup form: https://www.castelli-cycling.com/castelli-unlimited-christmas-ride-2025CHAPTERS00:00 – Intro, Castelli Christmas Gravel Ride & Spirit of Gravel Cabal02:00 – Who is Joe Laverick? Beating Remco & Girona life04:00 – Quickfire round: fashion crimes, coldest rides & junior chaos in Belgium09:10 – Contracts dry up: Tour of Alsace, injuries & the decision to go privateer14:30 – Building “Joe Laverick the brand”: writing, sponsors, and race budget reality18:30 – Gear geek: equipment choices, spreadsheets, and why the Gabba R blew his mind22:00 – Influencer vs athlete: social media, honesty and choosing the right partners27:20 – 200 days on the road: US gravel, burnout and learning to say “no”32:30 – Gravel as an “untapped jigsaw”: tyre pressure, skills and doing more with less budget44:40 – Joe's favourite Girona mega-loop & how not to bonk47:00 – Advice to young riders: pro vs privateer, happiness and why fun has to come first Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Canberran lawyer Riz Marcos used her foresight by including probable issues in their business partnership contract to ensure smooth operations for their food business side hustle, which began in July 2025. - Inuna ng abogadang si Riz Marcos ang paglatag sa kontrata ng mga posibleng isyu na maaaring pag-daanan nila ng mga business partners para iwas- away para sa kanilang negosyo na sinimulan nitong Hulyo 2025.

What's going on in Global Trade this Week? Today Pete Mento and Doug Draper cover: 6:33 -Ocean Freight Capacity in 2026 9:32 -Contracts vs Spot Market 16:36 -Halftime 27:55 -Amazon Micro Rural Expansion 32:10 -AI and Sales in Transportation https://www.capwwide.com/international-insights/11/25/25/gttw-podcast-episode-220 https://youtu.be/CsrKJ7LZEdY  

The Government is set to introduce new rules which will allow customers to cancel their contracts penalty free if prices go up, following an influx of price hikes over recent months…Joining Ciara Doherty to discuss is Consumer Affairs Correspondent for the Irish Times, Conor Pope.

The final numbers aren't in yet, but northwest pear harvest certainly saw a significant improvement over last year.

Eddie Hearn doesn't hold back! In this explosive reaction, the Matchroom boss shuts down the wild speculation surrounding supposed Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua contracts. Hearn gives his unfiltered thoughts on the rumours, breaks down where these stories are coming from, and explains why the whole thing has left him fuming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SEPTA's regional rail inspections are ongoing. The city's new executive order reserves a percentage of city contracts for small local businesses. A study revealed 153,000 Pennsylvania children lack health insurance. A 2017 double murder in Maple Shade, NJ, involving Nazir Hamid, was revisited. Philadelphia restaurants received Michelin star recognition, and the Upper Darby School District's marching band won both state and national championships. 2:08-SEPTA 6:58-City Council 12:57- Child Healthcare 18:47- Maple Shade murders 24:31- Michelin stars 30:37- Upper Darby School marching band To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We can try all the things: new habits, different mindsets, therapy, medication, or god save us... self-help books. Yet to no ones surprise: we don't wake up a different person, we don't start doing all the things we keep saying we will eventually do, we don't even lose weight... What is the deal? Are we broken? Is there a way to fix ourselves? It all comes down to a single question. Who are you VS. Who do you want to be? Thoroughly confused, conflicted and curious. Sam sets out into the realms of psychology and philosophy to consider motivation from different angles. Learn: - What do you actually want to do VS What do you want to have done - How to align your current actions with who you want to be - Why Sam still leaves clothes all over the floor like a big 35 year old baby... Journal prompts - ⁠Free notes SPONSORS

There's a lot to keep on the docket for Friday's trading action. Kevin Green helps round up all the data for investors. In the latest University of Michigan consumer sentiment report, the figure came in lower than the prior number but still beat Wall Street's estimates. However, KG notes ISM manufacturing continuing to contract as something investors need to watch. He later pins the slide in lithium stocks to a major mine in China reopening. ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Join Jose Torres as he sits down with Michael Larson (The Money Show), Harry Figgie and Denton Jones (Greenwich Wealth Management), Jeff Zipper (Fifth Third Private Bank), and Vincent Randazzo (View Wright Advisors) to explore how wealth managers use forecast contracts in today's markets. Hear expert insights on trading strategies, prediction markets, and portfolio positioning from some of the industry's most trusted voices.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by BookNook.The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.As education leaders face increasing pressure to show measurable impact from recovery funding, outcomes-based contracts (OBCs) are emerging as a promising path forward. This edWeb podcast explores how districts and partners are redefining accountability by tying dollars directly to student learning outcomes rather than service delivery.Listeners hear from leaders who are implementing OBCs in real time, including representatives from The Center for Outcomes Based Contracting, BookNook, and Hamburg School District (AR). Together, they unpack what OBCs are—and aren't—while sharing lessons learned from early pilots and best practices for building strong, data-driven partnerships.Learning objectives include:Understand the core principles and structure of outcomes-based contractsExamine how OBCs can improve transparency, impact measurement, and ROI for tutoring and other interventionsIdentify readiness indicators and first steps for districts interested in exploring OBCsLearn from a district's firsthand experience implementing an OBC modelListeners leave with practical insights and actionable strategies to begin conversations in their own districts about paying for what matters most—student learning. This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 school leaders, district leaders, and State Education Agencies.BookNookBookNook offers K–8 high-impact virtual tutoring in reading and math through live, online sessions.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

It's a throwback episode!Contracts are no one's favorite part of publishing, no matter which side of the table you're sitting on. This week on the pod, we revisit a classic People's Guide to Publishing episode where Joe and Elly walk you through why contracts are important, how to navigate them as an author, and what makes a good publishing contract.************Thank you for catching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast!  We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the book industry. You can also listen via your preferred podcast app, or by visiting linktree.com/microcosmGet the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/3663Get the workbook: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zines/10031More from Microcosm: http://microcosmpublishing.comMore by Joe Biel: http://joebiel.netMore by Elly Blue: http://takingthelane.comSubscribe to our monthly email newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gIXT6vFind us on social media:Facebook: http://facebook.com/microcosmpublishingBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/microcosm.bsky.socialInstagram: http://instagram.com/microcosm_pub************

From professional wakeboarder to CEO managing $250M+ in commercial real estate investments, Nick Jones shares proven strategies for building successful real estate businesses through strategic partnerships, effective capital raising, and protecting investor interests. In this episode of the DealQuest Podcast, host Corey Kupfer sits down with Nick Jones, CEO of Alakai Capital, who has underwritten and acquired over 70 commercial investments and developments representing more than $250 million in value. Nick currently oversees 800,000+ square feet of industrial, retail, office, and medical assets across multiple states. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: In this episode, you'll discover how to raise outside capital for your first commercial real estate deal while protecting downside risk, why syndication can work better than funds when you can close deals quickly with trusted investors, and the surprising truth about "off-market" deals versus listed properties in today's transparent market. Nick shares how to build broker relationships that generate consistent deal flow without constantly hunting for opportunities, due diligence strategies when high-credit tenants won't share financial information, and why Covid flipped conventional wisdom about credit tenants versus mom and pop operators. You'll also learn about the strategic value of balancing consistent real estate returns with selective angel investments, how to navigate market trends including drive-through retail and efficiency-focused opportunities, and what freedom means beyond just financial independence. NICK'S JOURNEY: Nick's path wasn't linear. Growing up near Microsoft and Nintendo in Redmond, Washington, he found real estate "incredibly boring" until witnessing how it connected to fascinating industries. After his father and grandfather passed away during his senior year of high school, Nick moved to Florida to pursue professional wakeboarding, eventually earning a podium finish at the World Championships in 2011 while graduating summa cum laude from the University of Central Florida. The dean of UCF's real estate program, whose son was also a professional athlete, reignited Nick's interest in commercial real estate investment and development. Nick started in land brokerage during 2011-2012 when Florida land was worth less than the buildings next to it, learning through challenging cold calls to developers. FIRST DEAL LESSONS: Nick's entry into investing came through a vacant Taco Bell property. Working with a broker partner, they secured the building, signed a 10-year lease with a new tenant, and only had to replace the HVAC and roof. The timing proved fortunate - securing 80% loan to value at 2% interest on an interest-only basis during the post-financial crisis recovery. That first deal taught valuable lessons about protecting downside risk and building tenant relationships while delivering one of his strongest returns ever. CAPITAL RAISING EVOLUTION: For his first capital raise, Nick bought an old bank branch all cash with plans to tear it down and build a quick service restaurant. To protect downside risk as a new sponsor, he structured it with no debt and two years of interest and tax reserves. After approaching friends' parents, fellow brokers, and creating a detailed investment memorandum, a tenant approached wanting to lease the existing building as-is with a 10-year lease. Nick refinanced at 50% LTV, pulled equity out, and used those proceeds to buy a second deal. That snowball effect has grown to approximately 100 investors making about 500 investments with his company. KEY INSIGHTS: Nick continues syndicating individual deals instead of raising funds because his deals follow similar patterns with consistent return theses. This approach gives investors freedom to select which markets and property types align with their preferences while maintaining speed to close. Managing investor capital creates heightened responsibility that sharpens every aspect of deal execution. Nick approaches it similarly to personally guaranteeing loans - while losing your own capital is unfortunate, losing someone else's carries profound implications for relationships and reputation. The biggest lesson from deals that didn't go as planned: contracts matter, but people matter just as much. When tenants respond unusually quickly to lease documents without redlines for 10-15 year commitments, it raises red flags. During Covid, high-credit tenants had attorneys advising them to stop paying rent while small bay industrial mom and pop tenants maintained perfect payment records. BROKER RELATIONSHIPS: The majority of Nick's deals come through brokers he's built long-term relationships with over years. These relationships prove valuable because brokers trust Nick will maintain confidentiality, move quickly through underwriting, and they understand his investment criteria. After years of exchanging deals and feedback, brokers know which opportunities match his thesis. MARKET TRENDS: Interest rate movements create near-term positivity while inflation continues hitting sectors unevenly, creating inefficiencies and opportunities. The retail apocalypse predictions following Covid haven't materialized because people still crave experiences. Drive-throughs represent a clear trend as efficiency becomes paramount - almost every concept has figured out how to use them successfully, including Chipotle proving the model works for food types that seemed ill-suited initially. Perfect for real estate investors considering raising outside capital, operators building broker networks, and anyone interested in how successful commercial real estate investors structure deals and protect investor capital.FOR MORE ON THIS EPISODE: https://www.coreykupfer.com/blog/nickjones FOR MORE ON NICK JONES:https://www.alakai-capital.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/alakaicapital/https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickjonesrealestate/https://www.instagram.com/alakaicapital/ FOR MORE ON COREY KUPFERhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/https://www.coreykupfer.com/ Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker. He has more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker. He is deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is also the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast. Get deal-ready with the DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer, where like-minded entrepreneurs and business leaders converge, share insights and challenges, and success stories. Equip yourself with the tools, resources, and support necessary to navigate the complex yet rewarding world of dealmaking. Dive into the world of deal-driven growth today! Episode Highlights with Timestamps [00:00] - Introduction: Nick Jones' journey from professional wakeboarder to real estate CEO [02:21] - Growing up around real estate near Microsoft and Nintendo in Redmond, Washington [04:21] - Pivoting from professional sports to commercial real estate after family tragedy [06:09] - The first deal: A vacant Taco Bell property that set the foundation [07:44] - Why Nick started with commercial properties instead of residential real estate [09:17] - Evolution of financing and capital raising strategies across 70+ deals [11:44] - Syndication vs funds: Why individual deal syndication works better [13:26] - The decision to raise outside capital and the weight of investor responsibility [14:15] - How grandfather and father approached real estate differently without raising capital [16:15] - Learning from deals that didn't go as planned: Contracts and people both matter [19:05] - Due diligence challenges with high-credit tenants who won't share financials [20:23] - Covid revelation: Mom and pop tenants paid while credit tenants had attorneys advise stopping rent [22:28] - How to source properties and build broker relationships that generate deal flow [25:52] - The truth about "off-market" deals in today's transparent commercial real estate market [27:59] - Balancing commercial real estate with selective angel investing for asymmetric returns [31:09] - Relying on specialized partners for angel investing due diligence [34:10] - Current market trends: Interest rates, inflation, drive-through retail, and efficiency plays [37:52] - Whether Nick's investor pool is set and how new investors can learn more [40:00] - What freedom means beyond financial independence: Physical, mental, and relationship dimensions [41:22] - The danger of gaining financial freedom while losing physical health or relationships [42:25] - Corey's "ideal life now" philosophy versus waiting for retirement Guest Bio Nick Jones has been involved in commercial real estate management, investment, development, and brokerage for over 20 years. Each role has added valuable perspective, introducing various angles and strategies to evaluate every opportunity Alakai Capital pursues. Currently, he serves as CEO managing acquisitions, development, and capital markets. Throughout his career, Nick has underwritten and acquired over 70 commercial investments and developments representing more than $250 million in value. He currently oversees 800,000+ square feet of industrial, retail, office, and medical office assets. Nick graduated summa cum laude from the University of Central Florida while simultaneously competing on the World Tour as a professional wakeboarder, earning a podium finish at the World Championships in 2011. He is an active member of ULI, ICSC, and NAIOP. Host Bio Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker with more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast. Show Description Do you want your business to grow faster? The DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer reveals how successful entrepreneurs and business leaders use strategic deals to accelerate growth. From large mergers and acquisitions to capital raising, joint ventures, strategic alliances, real estate deals, and more, this show discusses the full spectrum of deal-driven growth strategies. Get the confidence to pursue deals that will help your company scale faster. Related Episodes Episode 191 - Jack Gibson: Achieving Financial Stability Through Real Estate Episode 183 - How To Invest In Real Estate with Kent Ritter: Explore different approaches to real estate investing and building investor relationships. Episode 353 - Build Community-Driven Real Estate Ventures with Ryan Andrews: Discover how community-focused approaches can enhance real estate investment strategies. Episode 185 - How To Raise Capital For Your Company with Maximilian Rast: Master the fundamentals of capital raising that apply across real estate and business ventures. Episode 352 - Proven Strategies for Scaling Companies Through Strategic Partnerships with Nahed Khairallah: Learn how strategic partnerships drive business growth beyond traditional capital raising. Episode 213 - A Discussion on Business Partnerships with Corey Kupfer: Understand the legal and strategic foundations of creating successful business partnerships. Social Media Follow DealQuest Podcast: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/ Website: https://www.coreykupfer.com/ Follow Nick Jones: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickjonesrealestate/ Company: https://www.alakai-capital.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alakaicapital/ Keywords/Tags commercial real estate investing, capital raising strategies, real estate syndication, syndication vs funds, broker relationships, tenant due diligence, credit tenant analysis, angel investing, real estate investment strategy, property investment, commercial property management, real estate financing, investor relations, deal sourcing, off-market deals, real estate partnerships, building wealth through real estate, entrepreneurship, business growth strategies, dealmaking

Dubsado 3.0 is officially here… and y'all, the internet is having feelings.In this episode, I'm breaking down what's new, what's missing, and what photographers actually need to pay attention to. No fluff. No hype. Just the real talk you need before jumping into the new version.Read the full breakdown here → https://coliejames.com/dubsado-3-0-whats-new/Work with me inside Systems in Session → https://coliejames.com/systemsJoin CRM Blueprint → https://coliejames.com/blueprint00:00 — Why everyone is freaking out about Dubsado 3.0A quick reality check on the rollout, expectations, and why mixed opinions are completely valid.01:17 — The 3.0 switch + how to go back to 2.0 if you need toIf it's your busy season, do NOT force the transition.02:44 — My biggest disappointments (aka: my Dubsado wishlist that still isn't here)Contracts on schedulers, conditional logic, project dates + appointments, multi-client emails, and team accounts.07:28 — What is coming soonA few features currently in progress that will make life better in the next updates.09:36 — The rebuild: why 3.0 matters even if features didn't changeNew backend → faster future updates (finally!).10:28 — Dashboard changesWhat's actually better, what's hidden, and why Threads users are spiraling over revenue numbers.14:06 — New Messages areaA real inbox inside Dubsado — finally.18:06 — The new Flows BuilderSame triggers, new layout, and why this matters for future conditional logic.19:52 — Time tracking improvementsHelpful update for those who bill hourly.20:08 — Scheduler availability upgradesA legitimately great improvement — no more clicking nine to five a million times.22:54 — Project view strugglesWhat feels off, what's improved, and what I hope changes next.23:44 — Final thoughts + what to do nextWhy this update sets the stage for an actually powerful Dubsado… once the features catch up.

Schedule Your Free Real Estate Business Strategy Session NOW: http://bit.ly/4g7kvWiLet's take a deep dive into your real estate business and create a clear, actionable plan to help you:→ Build simple, effective lead generation strategies that work for YOU→ Deliver a client experience that gets you referrals and repeat business→ Master time management to create more balance in your life→ Turn quiet contacts into conversations and closings before year-end→ Fill your pipeline without buying leads or chasing cold prospectsIf you're in “emergency mode” and need to fill your pipeline fast, this video is for you. I'm breaking down the exact system I teach my coaching clients to get 5 real estate leads quickly — without buying leads or chasing cold prospects. You'll learn the step-by-step process I use inside the Market Authority Academy to turn quiet contacts into conversations and closings before the year ends. Grab your notebook and let's get to work on your next 5 deals.

In today's highly competitive market, securing a great real estate deal requires precision and strategy. Kris Krohn walks you through every step of getting a hot deal under contract, from evaluating opportunities to successful closing. Learn exactly how to move fast, negotiate powerfully, and choose the right deals. If you want to outperform other buyers and capture the strongest opportunities, this episode shows you how.

Episode 213 of The Hitstreak, a podcast where we talk about anything and everything!  This week we are joined by Construction Lawyer, Thought Leader & Storyteller, Matt DeVries!Episode in a Glance:In this episode of The Hitstreak, I get to sit down with Matt DeVries, a top construction lawyer and thought leader. We discuss the importance of self-care, the challenges faced by lawyers, and the personal transformations that come from adversity. Matt shares his journey of weight loss, navigating divorce, and the lessons learned about faith and leadership. Our conversation dives into the significance of understanding legal disputes, the role of contracts, and the necessity of personal growth through chaos. The episode concludes with Matt's aspirations for the future and the impact of his experiences on helping others.Key Points:- Self-care is essential for helping others.- COVID provided unexpected opportunities for personal growth.- Weight loss requires dedication and focus.- Understanding legal disputes is crucial for business success.- Contracts are vital in allocating risk in business transactions.- Personal growth often comes from adversity and chaos.- Faith and leadership are intertwined in personal journeys.About our guest: Matt DeVries is a nationally recognized construction lawyer and thought leader with more than 20 years of experience helping contractors, subcontractors, and developers navigate the complexities of construction law. Based in Nashville, he is a partner at Buchalter, where he co-leads the Construction Law Service Group, representing clients nationwide in contracts, disputes, and negotiations. Beyond construction, Matt represents artists and talent in sports and entertainment. He founded Best Practices Construction Law, a JD Supra award-winning blog, and writes The Same As You, blending insights on law, leadership, parenting, and personal growth.A single father of seven, Matt weaves lessons from family life, health transformation (losing 100+ pounds), and daily discipline into both his practice and his storytelling.Follow and contact:Instagram: @mattjdevriesbuchalter.com/lawyer/matthew-devries**Once the goal of 2.5 million members is met, 1,000 limited-edition T-shirts and the unreleased song will be sent, along with the first 1,000 full dental care awards!**Subscribe to Nick's top-rated podcast The Hitstreak on Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/NickHite⁠rFollow and Rate us on Spotify: ⁠https://spotify.com/NickHiter⁠Follow and Rate us on Apple Podcast: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/NickHiter⁠Follow and Rate us on iHeartRadio: ⁠https://www.iheart.com/NickHiter

It appears Ole Miss Coach Lane Kiffin is the front-runner for the LSU coaching position. But Kiffin's Ole Miss contract runs through 2031. Are contracts really meaningless? And do you think Kiffin should get the LSU job? "All Things Legal" host Doug Sunseri has the answers

Dragon Spacecraft Development and Reusability Focus. Eric Berger explains that SpaceX needed NASA contracts to fund its Mars ambition. NASA provided critical funding in 2006 and 2009 for the Dragon spacecraft to deliver cargo to the International Space Station, replacing retiring vehicles like the Space Shuttle. Dragon was designed for recoverability and reuse, incorporating propulsion into the capsule itself, which increased complexity. Under pressure from Musk's impatience, SpaceX combined two critical test missions, C2 and C3, in 2012, ultimately succeeding due to a brave decision by a NASA flight director to allow on-the-spot software changes. Guest: Eric Berger.

Today's guest has rewired modern hip-hop. His fingerprints live all over the last decade but the real story behind that success is far more human, painful, and transformative than the headlines ever show. In this conversation, he opens up about the highs and lows of being a producer in hip-hop: the pressure, the politics, the contracts, the moments that nearly broke him, and the breakthroughs that almost didn't happen. He also shares the lessons shaped by fatherhood, betrayal, and real perseverance — all while creating some of the most important and culture-defining music of our time. And The Writer Is... Hitboy! A special thank you to our sponsors... Our lead sponsor, NMPA aka the National Music Publisher's Association. Your support means the world to us!And @splice -- the best sample library on the market, period. Chapter list 0:00 TEASER 1:20 Ross' Intro2:02 Fatherhood and Being a Full-Time Dad 5:12 Parenting, Hoops, and What His Son Really Loves 6:29 The Humbling Reality Check: Kids Don't Care About Your Hits 7:29 Growing Up Between Pasadena & San Bernardino 8:34 Seeing His Uncle's Success & Wanting to Be on TV 9:35 Falling in Love With Beat Programming 10:12 Learning to Write & Rap at 13 11:23 Selling His First Beat for $20 at 16 12:24 MySpace Era: The Birth of “Hit-Boy” 13:09 First Major Betrayal: Partner Gets Signed Behind His Back 15:01 Advice to His Younger Self: Patience & Self-Belief 15:23 Building Early Industry Relationships Through MySpace 16:13 First Time Inside a Real Studio (The Underdogs) 17:39 The Underworld of LA Sessions & A Young Hit-Boy Watching Greats 18:44 First Major Placement: Jennifer Lopez 19:06 Providing for His Mom With His First Checks 19:27 Growing Up Without a Present Father 20:22 His Dad's Return & Going on a Run Together 22:04 How Fatherhood Changed His Time, Focus & Creativity 23:27 Recording Nas: The Hidden Role People Don't See 24:57 Getting His First Publishing Deal (And the 18-Year Lock-In) 28:02 Staying Current: “I Update My Software Every Day” 28:21 First Big Hit: Drop The World Lil Wayne & Eminem 29:47 Why He Used to Clash With Kanye 32:00 The ‘N*****s in Paris' Moment (Language Question + Setup) 33:35 First Song With Kanye: The Christmas Track 34:12 Making Music With Kanye, Jay-Z & the Good Music Family 35:40 Hearing 'Paris' for the First Time in the Planetarium 36:32 Realizing the Song Was Going to Be a Cultural Earthquake 38:23 Big Sean, Executive Production & Sharpening His Ear 39:09 How Drake Found the ‘Trophies' Beat 39:52 Stripping Beats Down to Let Artists Shine 40:33 When to Stop Producing: The Minimalism Lesson 41:38 Depression, Contracts & Losing the Relationship With Drake 42:57 The Pain of ‘Trophies' Not Making Drake's Album 43:13 What His Publishing Deal Held Him Back From 44:22 Working From a Place of Fear vs. Freedom 45:01 Working With Beyoncé (Excellence at Every Level) 46:22 The Story of ‘THIQUE': An 8-Year-Old Beat Comes Back to Life 46:39 Why Old Beats Deserve Second Lives 47:57 The Making of Sicko Mode & Travis Scott's Explosion 48:20 The Greatest Timing Ever: Streaming, Social Media, Travis 49:00 The Long Journey of Sicko Mode (2016 → 2018) 50:13 Are Producers Songwriters? The Eternal Debate 51:30 Nipsey Hussle: Early Sessions & Mutual Respect 53:53 Nipsey Claims the Song: “I Need This for My Project” Hosted by Ross Golan Produced by Joe London and Jad Saad Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ste is here with the Redmen Bitesize Podcast discussing new contracts, possible transfer targets, injury updates and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are we being molded into servants for something we don't understand? God doesn't ask for silence, he asks for courage. Whispered in the routine was the forfeiting of our consent. Darkness wins thru exhaustion. Locke and Hobbs were on it. Rebelling against despair. The invisible agreement between power and the people. Obedience as virtue. We choose the chains we wear. Freedom requires maintenance. Do we owe those who no longer keep their promises? Democracy is staring at the corpse of it's promise. Who will speak the truth when it costs something? Evil always pushes back. Free the small voice buried beneath your fear. Who gets to define the truth? Demanding obedience without legitimacy. All three branches of our gov't have been corrupt. Awaken or withdrawal. BBC tactics and J6 evidence come together. Working for the people is a good model. Is it a collapse or correction? New evidence is incoming. The Judge is going to release Tina Peters. Standing for the truth when you are alone. Kash and his girlfriend get complicated. We face digital integration without consent. Love is the physics of the soul. Where are the ops called Antifa and the Proud Boys? What they are doing behind the scenes is very scary. Stay centered and be ready.

Call us at 631-377-4869 and leave a message! It's a So You Wanna Talk to Samson Wednesday! Let me start with what happened in the Packers and Eagles game. It really annoyed me. (12:00) Why would teams offer longterm deals this offseason if they don't know what the next CBA is? (19:30) How does mental health programs and help work for professional teams? (27:10) Can teams manipulate the revenue-sharing by making all in-stadium products cheap and everything around the stadium more expensive? (36:00) You say that Stephen Ross is the worst owner is sports, do you really believe that? What about John Fisher or James Dolan or Woody Johnson? (45:30) What's the difference between a single owner and a group of owners? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Call us at 631-377-4869 and leave a message! It's a So You Wanna Talk to Samson Wednesday! Let me start with what happened in the Packers and Eagles game. It really annoyed me. (12:00) Why would teams offer longterm deals this offseason if they don't know what the next CBA is? (19:30) How does mental health programs and help work for professional teams? (27:10) Can teams manipulate the revenue-sharing by making all in-stadium products cheap and everything around the stadium more expensive? (36:00) You say that Stephen Ross is the worst owner is sports, do you really believe that? What about John Fisher or James Dolan or Woody Johnson? (45:30) What's the difference between a single owner and a group of owners? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices