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Conversations with the best founders, entrepreneurs, and investors.

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This week Chris sits down with Shlomo Chopp, Founder of Case Equity Partners. His job is helping real estate owners get out of or restructure loans they can't pay.

Shlomo got into this after an attorney told him to read the CMBS loan documents, and ... more

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This week Chris sits down with Terry Montesi, Founder and CEO of Trademark Property Company, a Fort Worth developer of retail and mixed-use real estate he started in 1992.

Terry was last on the show in 2019, in the middle of what the business was ca... more

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This week Chris sits down with Adam Blake, Co-founder and CEO of Mavria. Adam spent a little more than a year leading the DOGE team inside the Department of Energy. He has been a private person for 15 years, and last week he broke his silence with a ... more

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This week Chris sits down with Zane Hengsperger, Founder and CEO of NOX Metals, a metal supplier in Detroit he started in 2025. NOX buys metal from the mill, cuts it to the exact size a machine shop needs, and ships it out. The whole operation runs o... more

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Shlomo Chopp
Distressed real estate debt expert
Episode: How To Workout Distressed Real Estate Debt with Shlomo Chopp (#432)
Terry Montesi
Founder/CEO Trademark Property Company
Trademark Property Company
Episode: The Art & Science of Developing Iconic Retail Properties with Terry Montesi (#431)
Adam Blake
Entrepreneur, former DOGE team lead at the DOE and NRC, now building Mavria
Mavria
Episode: Inside the Department of Energy: Why the AI Race Has Become Physical with Adam Blake (#430)
Zane Hengsperger
Founder/CEO of NOX Metals
NOX Metals
Episode: Reindustrializing America: Building NOX Metals & The Future of Manufacturing with Zane Hengsperger (#429)
Lucy Billingsley
Real estate developer and co-founder of a multi-generational family business in North Texas
Billingsley Company
Episode: Developing North Texas' Iconic Master Planned Communities with Lucy Billingsley (#428)
Jim Cantrell
CEO of Phantom Space, early SpaceX collaborator
Phantom Space
Episode: The Man Who Took Elon to Russia & Why His New Company Phantom is SpaceX's Unfinished Business with Jim Cantrell, CEO of Phantom Space (#427)
Justin Lopas
Co-founder and COO of Base Power (inferred from transcript)
Base Power
Episode: Manufacturing, Supply Chains, and Building an Infrastructure Company with Justin Lopas (#426)
Michael Levy
Guest (explicitly introduced as a visitor)
Episode: Reindustrialization, Data Center Gold Rush, Death of The Allocator, National Security, & Capital Flows with Michael Levy (#425)
Jonathan Glick
Fund placement expert and advisor discussed in the interview
Not explicitly stated in transcript
Episode: He's Raised $10 Billion For Real Estate Fund Managers. His Advice: "Don't Raise A Fund." with Jonathan Glick (#424)

Host

Chris Powers
Host of the podcast, interviewing guests about entrepreneurship and investing

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 796 ratings
  • Exceptional Interviews!

    I just finished listening to my first podcast with Chris and Adam Blake. Fascinating content. I'm going to go back and listen to more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mooodiierfgr
    United States16 days ago
  • Back to RE

    Love this last one on 23.07. Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    arturo pelaez
    Spain2 months ago
  • Greatness

    I started listening to the pod after Chris followed me back on Twitter when I started posting about my real estate journey. I’ve been hooked every since

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jonathan Bell 1
    United States4 months ago
  • Colt McCoy episode was EPIC

    Chris’ convo w Colt uncovered things he’s never publicly discussed. I loved how they talked about his decision to walk away from the NFL. I can’t wait to binge this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    UTLonghornFan14
    United States5 months ago
  • Can’t stop listening!

    This is my favorite new podcast. Chris asks the best questions and lets his guest talk which is so rare!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Puzzles rock
    United States5 months ago

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The host asks sharp questions and lets guests speak, which keeps episodes engaging.
The show highlights diverse industries beyond typical startup topics, including real estate and infrastructure.
Guests are consistently real-world and actionable, not theoretical.

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The Art & Science of Developing Iconic Retail Properties with Terry Montesi (#431)
Q: How do you approach tenant profiling and selecting tenants for a 400,000-square-foot project?
Tenant profiling combines a proprietary research framework, demographics, expected distance from the store, and market-specific dynamics to identify top tenants. The plan prioritizes a balanced mix, strategic anchors, and the ability to adapt as the market evolves, ensuring long-term viability and alignment with placemaking goals.
The Art & Science of Developing Iconic Retail Properties with Terry Montesi (#431)
Q: Why does Whole Foods matter so much for these projects?
Whole Foods matters because it signals strong consumer draw, educated shoppers, and reliable credit, which lowers perceived risk and attracts equity, often allowing other tenants to come in at favorable terms and enabling more ambitious placemaking features and public spaces.
The Man Who Took Elon to Russia & Why His New Company Phantom is SpaceX's Unfinished Business with Jim Cantrell, CEO of Phantom Space (#427)
Q: Was Elon's vision and capability enough to convince you to join, or did you need to see more proof?
It was gradual; Elon demonstrated rapid learning and a disciplined focus on the core problem, plus tangible progress like engine work and spreadsheets that showed economic viability, which, combined with his resolve, convinced him and others to pursue SpaceX seriously.
The Man Who Took Elon to Russia & Why His New Company Phantom is SpaceX's Unfinished Business with Jim Cantrell, CEO of Phantom Space (#427)
Q: When did SpaceX get started and what were the first steps after that pivotal trip to Russia?
SpaceX officially began in 2002 after months of exploration with Elon Musk; prior trips and consultations, including bringing in engineers and investors, helped shape a viable design and business plan, with the team assembling resources, choosing a launch strategy, and setting up shop in El Segundo.
The Ex-SpaceX Engineer Reinventing the American Home with Riley Meik (#421)
Q: What is the core market you are targeting with Roe Homes and the first principles approach?
The target is young families needing affordable, private, and denser housing in desirable neighborhoods; Roe Homes is the product decision that fits this customer, with a focus on in-fill urban cores rather than stand-alone suburbs.

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The program showcases founders, operators, and investors who share practical, battle-tested insights across building, financing, and scaling high-growth ventures. Episodes frequently center on manufacturing, real estate development, energy infrastructure, data centers, and private equity, with guests detailing origin stories, capital formation, and go-to-market strategies. A standout trait is the emphasis on rigorous, process-driven execution—often including lessons from long-form manufacturing or construction programs, capital structuring, and leveraging technology to improve margins. Listeners can expect actionable frameworks, candid anecdotes, and thoughtful perspectives on industries shaped by capital cycles and regulatory consideration... more

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