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STR Global Unlocked with Simon Lehmann: Unfiltered knowledge for the short term rental industry

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The short-term rental industry is evolving fast, and Simon Lehmann isn’t afraid to say what others won’t.STR Global Unlocked is where property managers, STR tech founders, vacation rental investors, and hospitality leaders get real about the business. Each episode breaks down what’s working, what’s broken, and what’s coming next: property management operations, direct bookings, vacation rental sof... more

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Recent Guests

Johannes Siebers
Co-founder and CEO of Holidu
Holidu
Episode: 028: $200M Raised, 50x Growth: Johannes Siebers of Holidu on Local Trust, Agentic Workflows and the Supply Nobody Else Was Counting
Chris Hemmeter
Managing Director at Thayer Ventures
Thayer Ventures
Episode: 027: What Institutional Capital Really Thinks About STR Right Now | Chris Hemmeter, Thayer Ventures
Constantin Schröder
Co-founder of Arbio
Arbio
Episode: 026: What AI-Native Actually Means: Arbio's Bet on the AI Operating System for Short-Term Rentals
Shaun Stewart
Executive with extensive leadership roles in travel and technology
StubHub (infrastructure focus)
Episode: 025: Guests Aren't Googling Anymore: AI, OTAs & the Future of STR Distribution | Shaun Stewart
Christian Schwarz Lausten
Founder and CEO of Landfolk
Landfolk
Episode: 024: Curation Over Volume: How Landfolk Is Redefining Growth in Short-Term Rentals with Christian Schwarz Lausten
Chip Conley
Founder of Schwadavieve Hospitality; former Head of Global Hospitality and Strategy at Airbnb; founder of Modern Elder Academy
Schwadavieve Hospitality / Airbnb / Modern Elder Academy
Episode: 023: Dependability vs Consistency: How Airbnb Redefined Hospitality Standards with Chip Conley
Gary Cohen
Leadership coach who works with founders and leadership teams
Episode: 022: Why STR Leaders Crack Under Pressure | CEO Coach Gary Cohen
Maxime Friess
Founder and CEO of Emerald Stay
Emerald Stay
Episode: 021: Is Luxury Short-Term Rental Really Resilient? - Luxury STR Roundtable with Emerald Stay, Le Collectionist, The Luxe Nomad and Nocturne Luxury Villas
Stephanie Chai
Founder and CEO of The Luxe Nomad
The Luxe Nomad
Episode: 021: Is Luxury Short-Term Rental Really Resilient? - Luxury STR Roundtable with Emerald Stay, Le Collectionist, The Luxe Nomad and Nocturne Luxury Villas

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Simon Lehmann
Host of STR Global Unlocked; strategic advisor in STR, travel tech, and hospitality.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Real Meat and Potatoes

    With a wealth of experience and deeper conversations, I am excited to see this podcast enter the space with substance and thought-provoking topics!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AmberHurdle
    United States6 months ago
  • Well done!

    Simon, My compliments on a very interesting and thoughtful conversation (which I don’t often find in many vacation rental podcasts/panels). Credit to Brian Egan and you, and best wishes on the roll-out of STR Global Unlocked.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lux travel guru
    United States6 months ago
  • Likely required listening for STR

    Simon Lehmann brings unmatched reach across every corner of the short-term rental world—he’s seen it all, and he knows where the bodies are buried. The first episode delivers exactly what you’d expect from someone with Simon’s range: clear framing of the industry’s six real pain points and a forward-looking take on where professionalization and consolidation are headed.

    Simon sits at the center of many of the same commercial interests he critiques. Done right, that mix of insider access and sel... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alex@Properly
    United States7 months ago
  • THE podcast for the STR industry

    Few people in the industry have a better network or sharper insights than Simon Lehmann. A must listen for everyone who wants to stay on top of

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JulianR1306
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Excellence in STR

    If you seek for competence and up to date expertise in the STR business, this podcast is a must.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    P&W&7
    Switzerland7 months ago

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Thoughtful, candid conversations with deep industry access.
A go-to for staying ahead in STR and hospitality tech.
High value, practical industry benchmarks from top guests.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

028: $200M Raised, 50x Growth: Johannes Siebers of Holidu on Local Trust, Agentic Workflows and the Supply Nobody Else Was Counting
Q: IPO window 26, 27 or later?
Later; the timing depends on market conditions and company readiness, with emphasis on durable, long-term value rather than chasing a short-term fundraising peak.
028: $200M Raised, 50x Growth: Johannes Siebers of Holidu on Local Trust, Agentic Workflows and the Supply Nobody Else Was Counting
Q: The most overrated metric in travel tech?
Revenue is overrated if you don't understand what sits behind it; meaningful metrics must reflect true unit economics, value delivered to hosts and guests, and sustainable growth.
028: $200M Raised, 50x Growth: Johannes Siebers of Holidu on Local Trust, Agentic Workflows and the Supply Nobody Else Was Counting
Q: AI, bigger opportunity or bigger threat?
Johannes views AI as a significant opportunity that will drive efficiency, new capabilities, and the need for every company to become more AI-enabled to stay competitive.
026: What AI-Native Actually Means: Arbio's Bet on the AI Operating System for Short-Term Rentals
Q: How do you see regulation impacting expansion and compliance?
Regulation is a constraint but also an opportunity; Arbio focuses on licensed commercial properties and aims to simplify tax reporting and licensing for owners, enabling safer expansion into new markets.
026: What AI-Native Actually Means: Arbio's Bet on the AI Operating System for Short-Term Rentals
Q: What does it mean for Arbio to be AI-native in practice?
Arbio uses a centralized AI brain to automate guest communications, ticketing, and workflows, with a human-in-the-loop for exceptions and on-ground operations, while maintaining a customer-centric hospitality tone.

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Frequently Asked Questions About STR Global Unlocked

What is STR Global Unlocked about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on the short-term rental (STR) industry, bringing together operators, tech founders, investors, and hospitality leaders to discuss what's working, what isn't, and what's next. Episodes frequently cover property management operations, direct bookings, pricing strategies, distribution and technology stacks, and the impact of AI and automation on guest experiences and business models. Notable strengths include high-caliber guests, candid industry critique, and a global perspective on regulation, growth, and professionalization. The podcast tends to attract listeners who are operators, operators-in-transition, investors, and tech leaders looking to understand the evolving STR landscape and how to scale with discipline and innov... more

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Recent guests on STR Global Unlocked include:

1. Johannes Siebers
2. Chris Hemmeter
3. Constantin Schröder
4. Shaun Stewart
5. Christian Schwarz Lausten
6. Chip Conley
7. Gary Cohen
8. Maxime Friess

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