The Malibu Podcast

We were honored to sit down with our associate partner and team member, Patti Palafox, for our first-ever realtor interview! Patti is a bright star in the industry, with an eclectic international background and a wide range of experience that contribute to her success. In this episode, we dive into her origins in Mexico, vast experiences across the globe, and what sets her apart in the world of Malibu real estate.

It's official. The kids are back in school and summer is fading into the rearview mirror. In this installment of the Malibu Real Estate update, Tony and Justin look at the past three months' breakdown of sales in Malibu and draw comparisons to years past. The market is changing, but those waiting for the "crash" may be disappointed. While the market has changed, an improving supply of listing inventory and several record sales tell a different tale.

In this special episode, Tony is joined by legendary actor, longtime Malibu local, and friend, Michael Madsen. Known for his starring roles in Quentin Tarantino films including Kill Bill, The Hateful Eight, Reservoir Dogs, and countless other classics, Michael has been a force in the entertainment industry for decades and is renowned for his electrifying presence on and off screen. Before jetting off to his next project, Michael stopped by the studio and covered a wide range of topics including his unlikely rise from pumping gas to becoming a cinema icon, his long-lasting love for Malibu, and his more recent journey overcoming the Woolsey Fire and recovering from personal loss. Decades after his arrival, Michael still calls Malibu home and is proud to be a fixture in the community.

Dreams really do come true. In this episode, Tony and Justin interview Ryan and Jill Ahrens, the owners of Malibu's newest and most delicious restaurant, Malibu Brewing Company. Located in Trancas Country Market, MBC brews amazing beer that incorporates Malibu's rich history, iconic locations, and locally sourced ingredients that pair perfectly with their chef-created menu. In this episode, they discuss the origins of the brewery, the journey of opening a restaurant in Malibu, what sets their establishment apart, and a taste test of a few of their best-selling beers along with the latest release. | Malibu Brewing Company is a locally owned craft brewery whose mission is to elevate the craft beer experience through quality ingredients, exceptional hospitality, and a commitment to supporting the community. Learn more at www.brewmalibu.com

Spring has sprung in Malibu, and it's time for an in-depth update on the Malibu real estate market. In this episode, Tony and Justin recap the happenings on and off the beach in Malibu during 2023 through the end of April. With just half of the sales of last year and extremely limited inventory, prices remain strong in Malibu despite dropping sale prices across the larger SoCal markets and some of the highest mortgage rates in recent years, which, in a historical context, may not be as bad as they seem. Listen for our full market recap and some new listings coming soon!

Artificial intelligence has been one of this years most talked about and debated topics. Its implications are far-reaching, and it is already changing the way that real estate agents work. Rather than replacing the agent, Compass believes AI will empower agents to work better, smarter, and faster. In this episode, Compass Marketing member Rachel Russell-Clark joins Tony and Justin to discuss the wide range of applications that ChatGPT has for the real estate industry and we put it to the test in a Tony vs. computer speed round.

It's time to start planning for Summer 2023! Special guest Jessica Mark, founder of the Malibu Mom's Facebook group and team member of The Mark & Grether Group, joins us on the podcast to discuss the many different Summer Camps that are available in Malibu this year. Spoiler alert, it's time to start planning if you haven't already. For a list of the camps available and links, please visit:
 
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Our favorite series is back! In an effort to preserve the history of Malibu and its most well-known characters, we are proud to bring you the People's History of Malibu and our second guest, Travis Walker. Travis is a legendary 3rd generation Point Dume local, keeper of mystical secrets and lore, Malibu historian, and teller of astounding tales from behind the Zumirez gates of the infamous Wall house. In this episode, Travis discusses the old Malibu and growing up on Point Dume, the Wall House raid, surf localism then and now, and his famous masked appearance on the cover of the classic Malibu surf film, Runman 69. Travis still calls Point Dume home and makes badass jewelry under the Double Cross label with a local showroom in Agoura. Learn more at www.doublecrossjewelry.com

Two months into 2023, Tony and Justin recap the Malibu Real Estate market. In a shifting market and in a time of intense speculation, they unpack current trends and go through the last two months of data on and off the beach in Malibu. Our special guest, Tony's daughter's unicorn, also makes its first-ever (and maybe last) appearance.