What's it really like to live life at the top of LA real estate? 🏡💼 Join hosts Jennifer Cataldo and Britney Semler as they sit down with Jay Luchs — luxury realtor, investor, and all-around force in fashion, art, and real estate — for a raw, funny, and inspiring conversation about success, burnout, and the energy it takes to stay on top.
Jay opens up about his signature work ethic, how he stays grounded in a high-stakes industry, and what it means to redefine success beyond the next deal. Expect plenty of laughs, insight, and a few surprises from one of LA's most recognizable agents.
✨ In this episode:
How Jay balances intensity and intuition in business
The art of connection in luxury real estate
Staying authentic in a world obsessed with image
The power of energy, discipline, and genuine relationships
0:00 – Intro
0:36 – The brand that's killing it right now
2:30 – Routine, discovery & staying relevant
3:10 – The business of "cool"
7:20 – Building the Jay Luchs brand
10:20 – The deal that changed everything
13:00 – LVMH, Louis Vuitton & the Beverly Hills evolution
18:00 – A love letter to Los Angeles
20:20 – Food talk
24:20 – The Malibu fires & comeback
28:00 – Cross Creek Ranch Malibu
36:30 – California Incline the brand
43:10 – Celebrities, Call Her Daddy & organic success
45:30 – Jay's L.A. essentials
46:00 – Best business advice ever given
48:30 – The power of luck, love & longevity
49:45 – Acting roots & lessons from Taylor Sheridan
52:10 – Hollywood memories
54:00 – Rapid-fire round
57:20 – Favorite escapes & guilty pleasures
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Lily's Malibu – iconic local spot known for its breakfast burritos
Dan Tana's – classic old-school Italian restaurant in West Hollywood
Craig's – celeb-favorite dinner destination in West Hollywood
In-N-Out Burger – Jay's go-to landing meal after trips
Reddi Chick (Brentwood Country Mart) – beloved casual chicken stand
Pura Vida (Miami) – lifestyle café expanding with an LA vibe ✱
Clark's Oyster Bar – opening soon at Cross Creek Ranch Malibu
Madeo – famed Italian restaurant (potential Malibu tenant)
Breadhead – LA-based bakery concept coming to Malibu
Malibu Kitchen – longtime local favorite returning after the fires
Cha Cha Matcha (mentioned as "Chitchat Coffee & Matcha") – for matcha lattes & coffee culture
Wally's – upscale restaurant and wine bar coming to Malibu
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