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Behind the WOW

Moving Mountains
Moving Mountains
Home Safety
Colorado Short-Term Rental Association
Stayterra
Short-Term Rentals
Breckenridge
Steamboat Springs
Amenities
Safety Certification
Regulations
Airbnb
VRBO
Occupancy

Anchored by Christine Izard, Owner Relations Manager at Moving Mountains, this podcast offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to care for exceptional vacation homes. In each episode, Christine sits down with a different member of the Moving Mountains team, and occasionally vacation rental industry experts, to talk about the work that happens beyond the guest stay. From caring for ... more

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In Episode 6, Christine Izard sits down with Moving Mountains Reservations Manager, Kate Pahula, to discuss the current state of the vacation rental market, booking trends we’re seeing, and how homeowner expectations are evolving alongside guest dema... more

In Episode 5, Christine Izard sits down with Julia Koster of COSTRA to discuss the evolving short-term rental legislative landscape in Colorado, her work advocating for the industry, and what current and proposed regulations may mean for vacation ren... more

In Episode 1, Christine Izard speaks with Robin Craigen, Co-Founder of Moving Mountains, about the market outlook, STR regulations and StayTerra.

In Episode 3, Christine Izard speaks with Justin Ford, Director of Safety & Certification Programs at Breezeway, about safety standards, proactive steps, and detailed inspections.

In Episode 2, Christine Izard speaks with Julie George, Director of Marketing of Moving Mountains, about the marketing mix and our brand promise.

In Episode 4, Christine Izard speaks with Chad Rowe, Chief Operating Officer of Moving Mountains, about Chad's background, what drew him to our organization, and his vision for strengthening the systems and processes that support your home's performa... more

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Recent Guests

Kate Pahula
Reservations Manager
Moving Mountains
Episode: Behind the WOW | Episode 6 | Kate Pahula, Reservations Manager
Julia Koster
Executive Director of Costra (Colorado Short-Term Rental Association)
Costra
Episode: Behind the WOW | Episode 5 | Julia Koster of COSTRA
Robin Craigen
Co-Founder and CEO of Moving Mountains
Moving Mountains
Episode: Behind the WOW | Episode 1 | Robin Craigen, Co-Founder
Justin Ford
Safety guru at Breezeway, expert in home safety for vacation rentals
Breezeway
Episode: Behind the WOW | Episode 3 | Justin Ford, Vacation Rental Safety Expert
Julie George
Director of Marketing
Moving Mountains
Episode: Behind the WOW | Episode 2 | Julie George, Director of Marketing
Chad Rowe
Chief Operating Officer, Moving Mountains
Moving Mountains
Episode: Behind the WOW | Episode 4 | Chad Rowe, Chief Operating Officer

Host

Christine Izard
Host of Behind the WOW; Owner Relations Manager at Moving Mountains

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Apple Podcasts
#14
Netherlands/Business/Management
Apple Podcasts
#132
Netherlands/Business

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Talking Points

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Behind the WOW | Episode 3 | Justin Ford, Vacation Rental Safety Expert
Q: What does the safety certification entail and why is it so important?
The program includes extensive, hands-on safety awareness beyond alarms, with about eight to ten hours of education and a demanding test, designed to ensure staff can recognize and address a wide range of hazards in vacation rental properties.
Behind the WOW | Episode 3 | Justin Ford, Vacation Rental Safety Expert
Q: How did you become a safety guru and get into short-term rentals?
Ford describes a 15-year firefighting background and Coast Guard service, followed by starting a safety-focused company and building a global program that identifies gaps not covered by standard inspections.

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The show offers a practical, operations-focused look at running luxury vacation-home portfolios. Episodes center on hospitality operations, guest experience, pricing and occupancy, safety practices, marketing, and industry policy, all through conversations with Moving Mountains leaders and industry partners. A notable through-line is how people, processes, and technology intersect to deliver consistent WOW-level service, from partnerships with platforms and safety training to advocacy in policy spaces and brand-driven marketing. The format frequently pairs senior managers with guests who bring deep expertise in hospitality operations, guest services, and industry trends, making it valuable for operators, owners, and marketers who want actio... more

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1. Kate Pahula
2. Julia Koster
3. Robin Craigen
4. Justin Ford
5. Julie George
6. Chad Rowe

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