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Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger welcome Robert Geller Founder of FabStayz.

This week we celebrate our 10th Episode in the most fabulous way!

Roberts' story is one of inclusion for the LGBTQ+ community that came from a place of belonging and comfort on the side of both the host and guest. 

BIG things are happening this week for Robert! To cap off Pride Week, FabStayz is going to be featured in the Wall Street Journal this weekend!

We also celebrate Carl Nassib coming out as the first openly gay active NFL player and briefly dive into  Airbnb being in the news with the Bloomberg Businessweek article AIRBNB'S NIGHTMARE... more on this next week.

The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. 

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Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger welcome Jesse Cole Owner of Savannah Bananas, Author of Find Your Yellow Tux, Keynote Speaker, and Host of Business Done Differently Podcast

Get ready to be blown away by Jesse's story! 

Approaching things differently with a positive mindset, all while putting fans first, is a recipe for success!

Jesse and his wife Emily also own four vacation rentals of their own on Tybee Island.

The Yellow Tux Guy" brings so much energy and enthusiasm to the conversation around putting fans first and how that applies to the short-term rental space.

This is not a tips and tricks podcast by nature, but you'd be hard-pressed to come away from this episode without picking up knowledge that will help you be a better person and whatever you do in life.

The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. 

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Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger welcome Heather Bayer Co-Founder at Vacation Rental Formula.

The queen of vacation rental podcasts with over 390 episodes under her belt brings her knowledge, know-how, and confidence to a couple of guys solidifying their presence.

With Ontario just now opening up again after six more months in lockdown, Heather chats with us about staying positive while the world around keeps throwing punches. 

No BS, this is a great episode with a real class act!

The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. 

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Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger welcome Noelia Novella CEO and Co-Founder DOINN.

The happenings from state to state, region to region, and country to country can vary drastically. What has endured and overcome in one region, say a drive to market in the US, may yet to open up or is still struggling significantly elsewhere.

With "boots on the ground" in Madrid and other major cities around the world, Noelia brings knowledge of the state of the short-term space in both Europe and the Dominican. 

A great conversation with discussions around Google finally bringing Vacation Rentals into their search mix, what's taking Brian Chesky so long to let DOINN connect via API to Airbnb, and "magic wand'  state of our industry forecasting at its finest.

The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other.

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Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger welcome Annie Holcombe Director of Revenue and Client Acquisitionsat Lexicon Travel technologies and Alex O. Husner CMO Condo-World.

In the news, Airbnb had its biggest update to date and Vacasa lists thousands of units on Marriott Homes and Villas. 

Both Annie and Alex bring a ton to the table with their wealth of industry knowledge as we discuss the significance of the Marriott listings, what it means to partner with them, and talk about all sides of the great hashtag book direct movement.

Book direct, or not direct, that is the question. Is there a right or wrong answer, and why is it such a polarizing topic in our space?

The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other.

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Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger welcome Michelle Williams GM of Atlantic Vacation Homes, VRMA board member, and VRHP committee chair.

On May 14th, 2021 the Vacation Rental Management Association had its first in-person conference since late 2019.

 Mateo and John were both in attendance in Sandestin, FL., and they also serve on different VRMA committees and sub-committees.

We discuss what this means for the industry, the overall vibe of over 100 of us in a room together, raising over 200k in one night for Advocacy, and how involvement with VRMA positively impacts your business and our community at large.

The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other.

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Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger welcome Elizabeth Becker CEO and Founder of HiBnb.

Cannabis-friendly accommodations and adventures have arrived and are here to stay! A great conversation where we talk about the stigma that surrounds the movement, the culture, and the community in which this is all thriving.

 Those that embrace early have an amazing opportunity and HiBnb is paving the way! An amazing story from studying film in LA, to taking her passion back home to Canada... you're not going to want to miss this one!

The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other.

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Guesty raises 50 million and Sonder announces a 2.2 billion evaluation and a future public offering.

Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger welcome Gerald Lester Co-Founder at Wander PNW  and past Rented and Vacassa executive.

A great conversation where we look at the effects of big "outside" money on the industry with regards to both culture and direction. 

We also dive into niche accommodation offerings and their place both now and in the future of our space. Hint... they are here to stay!

The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other.

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Hashtag Revenge Travel! 

Episode 2 dives into what revenge travel is exactly, and takes a look at both the pros and cons. 

Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger welcome Michael Goldin Director of Business Development at NoiseAware to discuss revenge travel from his unique vantage point.

The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other.

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This episode kicks off an unfiltered look from a different perspective into the global vacation and short-term rental industry. 

Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger discuss their current news and affairs podcast that dives into the short-term rental space. 

The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other.

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