When Navy veteran Calvin Blankenship realized corporate life would never recreate the brotherhood he craved, he made a radical decision that led to one of the most audacious acquisition stories you'll ever hear.

In this raw conversation, Calvin reveals:

• The "reverse psychology" approach to risk that made him go all-in when everyone else stays safe
• How he bought a $2 million distillery operation for just $260,000 through a foreclosure deal (and raised $700K total)
• The partnership strategy that fills your skill gaps without giving up control of your vision
• Why he gives away business training for free and still profits massively from every deal
• His aggressive plan to acquire 4 businesses per year and hit $100M valuation

[00:00] The $260K Distillery Deal - Calvin opens with the shocking details of buying a $2M operation for pennies on the dollar

[01:49] From Navy to Corporate Misery - Why Calvin knew he had to create the brotherhood he was missing

[03:30] The All-In Moment - The mindset shift that made entrepreneurial risk feel like the safer option

[08:20] Reverse Engineering the Dream - How Calvin mapped his vision backwards into an actionable business plan

[10:24] Building Vets & Valor - The free training program that creates business operators from military veterans

[14:55] The Partnership Playbook - Calvin's strategy for finding complementary skills and aligning incentives

[22:11] Deal Hunting Strategy - From BizBuySell to Facebook posts: how Calvin sources acquisition opportunities

[28:35] Inside the Distillery Acquisition - Complete financial breakdown: purchase price, capital raise, and projected returns

[34:14] Scaling to $100M - Calvin's aggressive plan to acquire 4 businesses per year and transition to private equity

[38:21] The Question That Changes Everything - Calvin's philosophy on risk and the worst-case scenario mindset

Ross Tschirn quit a Navy SEAL bootcamp after just 4 days. However, that "failure" became the catalyst that transformed him from a corporate drone into a successful entrepreneur with multiple lucrative revenue streams. In this episode, Ross reveals how embracing struggle and developing unshakeable discipline creates the mindset for business and life success.

Ross shares:

• The Navy SEAL wake-up call that shattered his corporate reality and sparked his entrepreneurial journey (even though he quit)
• Why "the strength is in the struggle" - how to extract gold from your darkest moments instead of just surviving them
• The limiting belief filter system that determines who belongs in your life and who's holding you back
• How building in public accelerates everything - why sharing your vision before you're ready creates unstoppable momentum
• The mid cingulate cortex hack that makes doing hard things easier (plus the coffee challenge that builds this mental muscle)
• The entrepreneur-parent balance - maintaining peak performance while raising kids without sacrificing either
• His $10K/month business model scaling fitness coaching while pursuing senior care real estate opportunities

Chapters:

00:00 Navy SEAL Reality Check: How Quitting Changed Everything

02:20 The $20M Corporate Wake-Up Call

03:48 Breaking Free From Limiting Beliefs and Toxic Feedback

06:09 The Journey Through Adversity: Cancer, Heartbreak, and Transformation

10:32 Finding Gold in the Struggle: The Strength Philosophy

14:26 Senior Care Business Vision and Real Estate Opportunities

19:08 Parenting as Fuel: How Kids Amplify Entrepreneurial Drive

24:55 Building in Public and Speaking Visions Into Existence

30:33 The Neuroscience of Discipline: Training Your Brain for Hard Things

39:33 Scaling the Coaching Business: Systems and Capital Allocation

49:15 The Heavy Mile Co Challenge and Final Wisdom

A pair of signed ballet shoes closed a $35 million real estate deal for Jarrod Randolph - and that's just one example of how he used his Favor Buying Framework. In this episode, Jarrod breaks down his process of buying favor with people that unlocks unstoppable business relationships so you can apply it to your own life.

Jarrod reveals:

• The "buying favor" system that turns your existing contacts into unlimited revenue access (hint: it's not about networking events)
• Why 99% of entrepreneurs fail at fundraising – and the trust-building framework that helped him raise $300M+
• The mirror test mistake most masterminds make that wastes your money and time
• How to architect high-value rooms that create genuine business acceleration
• The childhood mindset shift that separates broke thinking from wealth-building behavior

Chapters:

00:00 Building Trust and Relationships in Capital Raising

06:14 The Power of Forgiveness and Letting Go

11:37 The Favor Economy: Buying Favor and Adding Value

16:47 Alignment Over Attention: Building Meaningful Connections

22:37 The Role of Money as a Vehicle

28:16 Questions for Success: Adding Value to Your Network

Summary

In this conversation, Kyle shares his journey in real estate, focusing on property acquisition, transforming long-term rentals into short-term stays, and the importance of creative financing. He discusses the challenges of managing debt, the significance of self-education, and how leveraging social media can enhance networking opportunities. Kyle emphasizes the need for flexibility in negotiations and the value of building relationships in the industry.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Kyle Moffitt's Journey

01:26 Acquiring Properties with 100% Financing

04:35 Transforming Long-Term Rentals to Short-Term Stays

08:24 Understanding Debt Service and Risk Management

10:29 Capital Raising Strategies and Negotiation

15:12 Timing Renovations and Cash Flow Management

17:19 Networking and Building Relationships for Success

23:46 The Alaska Life: Building a Social Media Presence

23:58 The Importance of Self-Education in Real Estate

In this episode, Gideon discusses essential strategies for increasing deal flow in hotel investments. He emphasizes the importance of clarity in deal criteria, how to build strong relationships with brokers, how to build relationships hotel owners, and leveraging partnerships with experts to enhance credibility and access to opportunities. The conversation provides actionable insights for both new and experienced investors looking to navigate the hotel acquisition landscape effectively.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Increasing Deal Flow

03:14 Defining Your Ideal Hotel Deal

05:53 Building Relationships with Brokers

08:53 Engaging with Hotel Owners

14:13 Leveraging Expert Partnerships for Success

In this episode, Gideon discusses the five fatal mistakes to avoid when buying your first hotel. He emphasizes the importance of cash flow from day one, the risks of seasonal and rural markets, the necessity of proper property management, and the value of teamwork in commercial real estate. By avoiding these common pitfalls, first-time investors can position themselves for success and achieve asymmetric returns on their investments.

Takeaways

Always seek properties that cash flow from day one.

Avoid investing in seasonal markets to reduce risk.

Rural or weak markets can lead to poor cash flow and appreciation.

Don't undervalue property management in your financial planning.

Commercial real estate requires a strong team to succeed.

Mitigate risks by partnering with experienced investors.

Plan renovations during off-peak seasons for better cash flow.

Select markets with consistent demand for better stability.

Avoid compromising on market quality when searching for properties.

Align incentives with partners to ensure mutual success.

This episode dives into the best and worst advice Brian Luebben and Gideon Spencer have ever received. Buckle up! This one's packed with gems.

Chapters

00:00 The Best Advice: An Introduction

07:09 The Process of Becoming: Identity and Growth

13:18 Success and Family: Building a Life That Matters

19:27 The 60-Year Rule: Long-Term Decision Making

25:25 Living Your Dash: The Story of Your Life

28:31 Rich vs. Wealthy: The True Measure of Success

38:36 The Impact of Self-Interest on Self-Esteem

38:56 Leveling Up Relationships and Life

40:26 Pursuing Interesting Goals

41:08 The Importance of Momentum in Mentorship

42:30 Energy and Vision: Keys to Connection

43:09 The Law of Big Pies

45:22 Creating Value Through Relationships

50:11 The Million Dollar Dinner Strategy

52:26 The Value of Being a Bridge

54:38 The Power of Giving Without Expectation

57:04 Giving While Alive: The Joy of Philanthropy

01:00:00 The Shift from Self to Others

01:05:11 Finding Peace in Success

01:13:59 Success Through Subtraction

01:19:40 The Balance of Goals and Enjoyment

01:22:32 Aligning Actions with Intentions

01:25:51 Building in Public and Embracing Failure

01:28:26 The Importance of Community and Accelerated Learning

01:31:30 Redefining Financial Freedom

01:34:34 The Power of Questions and Mindset

01:37:33 Embracing Pain and Growth

01:40:32 Risk in Business vs. Employment

01:43:45 The Journey of Life and Learning

01:46:37 Responding to Life's Challenges

01:49:40 Surrendering to the Journey

01:52:43 The Parables of Life's Lessons

01:59:31 Podcast Outro.mp4

While most travel markets dropped revenue by 10% last year, the market Gideon's hotel is in actually increased in revenue by 5%.

In this tactical deep-dive, Gideon reveals his 7-point framework for identifying bulletproof travel markets that deliver consistent cash flow even during economic chaos:

• The 45-minute rule that transforms risky investments into regional goldmines
• Why "young couples with pets" became his secret weapon for premium pricing and targeted marketing
• The hidden data sources (beyond CoStar) that reveal a market's 30-year track record
• How supply constraints create an unbreachable moat around your investment
• The exit strategy mistake that traps investors in unsellable properties

"The harder a property is to buy, the easier it is to sell. The easier a property is to buy, the harder it is to sell."

What if the "middle of nowhere" properties everyone else avoids are actually goldmines waiting to be discovered? Sarah Glidewell cracked the code on lake house investments in overlooked Michigan markets, turning a $90,000 down payment into $105,000 in annual net profit - after all expenses paid - for a staggering 117% cash-on-cash return. Seamingly unreasonable numbers.

In this raw conversation, Sarah reveals:

• The counterintuitive "hands behind your back" business philosophy that scaled her business while working less
• Why she deliberately targets markets where locals say "nobody will ever come here" (and how she proves them spectacularly wrong)
• The brutal lesson from getting completely robbed during COVID that transformed her approach to team building
• Her 5-day mentorship launch strategy that generated $500K in year one without any prepared content

"We run our business as if we don't have arms, as if our hands are tied behind our back. We can use our voice and that's it—we have to find the person to actually do the task."

- Sarah Glidewell

Ready to discover why the most profitable real estate deals might be hiding in the places everyone else refuses to look?

What if the mindset blocking your real estate success isn't market conditions or financing—but simply how you perceive challenges? When Cory Jacobson's investment property literally burned to the ground, he discovered a perspective shift that catapulted him from 8 to 80 units in record time.

In this raw, high-energy conversation with Gideon Spencer, Cory reveals:

• The counterintuitive mindset shift that transformed a devastating property fire into his greatest investment opportunity
• Why collaborating at the top beats competing at the bottom (and how their "brute force" approach evolved into strategic partnerships)
• The psychological brick walls most investors face that crumble with a single touch

"It's not a big problem. It's just your biggest problem to date. You're not on that wavelength yet." - Cory Jacobson

Listen now to discover why the difference between owning 4 units versus 80 isn't technical skill—it's who you surround yourself with and the self-limiting beliefs you're finally willing to abandon.

Connect with Cory:

Instagram: @WealthJuiceOfficial

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Real Estate Journey

01:55 Overcoming Challenges in Real Estate

04:47 Mindset and Problem-Solving

07:48 The Importance of Community and Mentorship

10:41 Analysis Paralysis and Taking Action

12:51 Identifying Self-Limiting Beliefs

16:12 Collaboration vs Competition in Real Estate

19:25 Building a Community for Growth

20:19 Building a Community Through Authenticity

22:34 Scaling Through Collaboration and Mentorship

25:00 The Power of Organic Growth in Marketing

28:04 Authenticity in Content Creation

30:52 Creating Value Through Community Engagement

36:20 Trusting Yourself for Success

38:24 Podcast Outro.mp4