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The Build To Rise PodcastBrian Koons: San Diego ADU Investing, Contractor Cash Flow & Trades Partnerships | EP 43ADU real estate investing in San Diego is moving fast, and most people are missing the playbook. Brian Koons (Builder Nation) breaks down his jump from the military into real estate, why ADUs are reshaping California, and the cash flow rules that keep contractors and investors alive. Built for all trades, follow Build To Rise for more.
2026-02-091h 24
The Builder Nation PodcastThe #1 Man Cave Builder in the US w/Ryan Garland | TBN 018In this episode, we’re on the ground in Lake Havasu with developer and investor Ryan, touring one of the most ambitious commercial and lifestyle projects in the region — from luxury “man caves” and private storage suites to a massive new fitness and co-working complex designed for high-net-worth investors and creators.Ryan shares how he’s turned Lake Havasu into a luxury investment hub where successful entrepreneurs 1031-exchange out of Airbnbs and into real assets. We get a look behind the scenes at “Millionaires Row,” his boat collection, a 40,000 sq. ft. gym concept, and the investor s...
2026-02-0629 minThe Builder Nation PodcastThe Smarter Path to Retirement w/Twana Rasoul | TBN 017Small multifamily isn’t just a starter strategy - it’s one of the most powerful tools for building long-term freedom through real estate.In this episode of the Builder Nation Podcast, I sit down with San Diego small multifamily specialist Twana Rasoul to unpack why 2-4 unit properties are so underrated and how regular people can use them to build serious wealth. We break down the fundamentals of house hacking, from using FHA and VA loans to get into duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes with low or even zero money d...
2026-02-0335 minThe Builder Nation PodcastFrom 3 Jobs to a Life in the Alps w/Alexio Barbara |TBN 017This episode of The Builder Nation Podcast features San Diego investor, broker, builder, and operator Alexio Barbaro, aka “Cashflow Alexio”, who owns and manages over 70 units, has built multiple ground‑up ADU projects, and recently launched Bridgepoint Realty, a multifamily-focused brokerage with nine agents in San Diego. Alexio breaks down how real brokers actually find off‑market “diamonds in the rough,” why he shifted his focus from cash flow to aggressive equity growth, and how he’s using value‑add and construction financing to chase triple‑digit returns on San Diego ADU and multifamily deals....
2026-01-3037 min
Scrubs2Estates PodcastBuilder Brian: From the Marines to an 8-Figure Real Estate Portfolio | E38Did you know only about 13% of veterans ever use their VA home loan benefit even though it’s one of the most powerful wealth building tools out there?In this episode of the Scrubs2Estates Podcast, I sit down with Brian Koons aka Builder Brian. He’s a Marine veteran who used a single VA loan to completely change his life. In just six years, that first deal turned into a real estate portfolio north of eight figures.But this conversation goes way deeper than numbers.We talk about who Brian was before the...
2026-01-2851 minThe Builder Nation PodcastRewired Thoughts = A Rewired Reality w/Adam Avenus | TBN 016In this episode of The Builder Nation Podcast, Brian sits down with high-performance mindset coach Adam Avenus, a man on a mission to help entrepreneurs, salespeople, and operators break through invisible ceilings.You’ve probably heard it before: “Mindset is everything.” But what if that’s not just a motivational quote… what if it’s the operating system running every result in your business and life? Adam breaks down the psychology of why some people hit financial freedom in a year while others spin their wheels for decades.From subconscious...
2026-01-2435 minThe Builder Nation PodcastThe Hidden Cost of the “Good Life” w/Rubén Bañuelos | TBN 015This episode is a raw, unfiltered look at what it actually takes for you to build a business and a life that feels aligned, not just impressive on paper. It dives into the tension between who you are and what you do, and what happens when the business you built no longer fits the person you are becoming.In this episode, I talk with Ruben about money, risk, and identity, and you get to sit in on an honest conversation about the deals that did not work out, the pivots that hurt, and the in...
2026-01-2142 min
🎙️ Local Real Estate DevelopersBuilding Infill the Hard Way in San Diego: Why Slow, Local Development Wins | EP#37Most people look at San Diego and say, “It’s too expensive.”Brian Koons looked at it and said, “There has to be a smarter way.”From serving in the military to house hacking, ADUs, and small-scale infill development, Brian didn’t break into real estate with big money or shortcuts. He built it one disciplined decision at a time in one of the toughest markets in the country.In this episode, Kristi and Raphael sit down with Brian Koons to unpack the unglamorous but powerful reality of local dev...
2026-01-2052 minThe Builder Nation PodcastForget the Agent Scripts & Farm Lists w/Jared Harman | TBN 014Step into the story of a 25-year-old San Diego agent who refused to cold call, knock doors, or live on the traditional real estate hamster wheel—and still built a thriving business powered almost entirely by social media. In this episode, Jared Harmon shares how he turned simple home tour videos into a magnetic brand that attracts first-time buyers, DINKs, and locals who already feel like they know him before they ever reach out.You’ll hear how he:Uses hyper-local content to dominate metro San Diego and be...
2026-01-1930 minThe Builder Nation PodcastFrom Collapse to Comeback: Rebuilding Smarter w/Adit Shah | TBN 013TThis episode of The Builder Nation Podcast follows the journey of Adit Shah: Navy veteran turned real estate developer. He discusses how he scaled from small residential deals into syndicated hotel acquisitions. He shares hard lessons learned when those hotels went south, and then how he rebuilt both his business and his reputation around radical transparency and investor-first integrity. Along the way, he breaks down how to responsibly raise capital with experienced operators, how to deeply vet partners, and why every deal should have “one neck to choke” when things go wrong.
2026-01-1423 minThe Builder Nation PodcastThe Truth About Airbnb Management w/Billy Perez | TBN 012Most small businesses bleed cash on marketing they don’t understand, yet some quietly scale almost entirely through word of mouth and a dialed-in reputation. In this episode, Billy Perez unpacks how he grew to managing 50+ Airbnb doors in just 18 months, layered in other income streams like vending machines, and became “the Airbnb guy” in his market without relying on paid ads. From showing up obsessively at real estate meetups to engineering memorable guest experiences, he breaks down the mindset and systems that turn casual conversations into a constant flow of owners asking to work w...
2026-01-1140 minThe Builder Nation Podcast$15B Funded Through LinkedIn w/Dillon Freeman | TBN 011This episode of Builder Nation features Dillon Freeman, one of the top mortgage lenders in the country, who built a $400k+ per year business entirely from organic LinkedIn—no ads, no agents, just systems, consistency, and content that actually drives deals. Dillon breaks down how he went from market commentary during the banking crisis to becoming a go-to lender, the content “pillars” he uses to post daily for years, and the specific tactics he leverages to turn likes and comments into real, qualified borrowers on autopilot.You’ll learn how to ove...
2026-01-0838 minThe Builder Nation PodcastFund Manager Building Three Cities w/Alex Inabnet | TBN 010In this episode of The Builder Nation Podcast, Brian sits down with Alex Inabnet, founder of Inabnet Companies and a developer running five vertically integrated divisions across San Diego, Austin, and Tampa.Alex shares how he went from nearly jumping off a downtown San Diego high-rise at 25 to building a multi-market development empire that includes construction, property management, and a private equity fund.He breaks down his contrarian approach to the current market downturn—doubling down on acquisitions while others pull back, raising capital in uncertain times through radical transparency, and why the first six mo...
2026-01-0545 minThe Builder Nation PodcastBreaking the Golden Handcuffs w/Brandon Hien | TBN 009 The Builder Nation Podcast Episode The Builder Nation Podcast In this episode of The Builder Nation Podcast, Brandon breaks down how he went from a 25-year-old making over $200,000 a year in Fortune 100 tech sales to walking away and rebuilding his life around freedom, travel, and hospitality ownership. He shares how he navigated multiple career pivots, got into hostels and hotels on Maui, and now runs marketing and capital raising for a growing hotel investment company while deliberately earning less in the short term to build a life he actually wants. You'll hear how...
2026-01-0536 minThe Builder Nation PodcastBreaking the Golden Handcuffs w/Brandon Hien | TBN 009In this episode of The Builder Nation Podcast, Brandon breaks down how he went from a 25-year-old making over $200,000 a year in Fortune 100 tech sales to walking away and rebuilding his life around freedom, travel, and hospitality ownership. He shares how he navigated multiple career pivots, got into hostels and hotels on Maui, and now runs marketing and capital raising for a growing hotel investment company while deliberately earning less in the short term to build a life he actually wants.You’ll hear how Brandon thinks about the “high-income trap,” why masterminds and communities matter more than books, and how...
2026-01-0236 minThe Builder Nation PodcastUS Marine to Millionaire Entrepreneur w/James DeLeon | TBN 008Less than 15% of eligible veterans ever use their VA loan—but James DeLeon used his to buy a fourplex with $0 down and turned it into a 25+ property portfolio in one of America's toughest markets.In this episode, James breaks down exactly how he escaped the "military matrix" that keeps service members trapped in financial mediocrity. From his first house hack to mastering the BRRRR strategy in San Diego, he reveals:Why the military intentionally fails to teach veterans about wealth buildingHow he negotiated a $780K listing do...
2025-12-2734 minThe Builder Nation PodcastWhy Most ADUs Never Get Built | TBN 007In this episode of The Builder Nation Podcast, Brian sits down with Ryan O’Connell, founder of How to ADU and one of the most respected ADU policy experts in California.Everyone says ADUs are the solution to the housing crisis.California has over 7 million ADU-eligible properties.So why do so many projects never make it to permit — let alone construction?This conversation breaks down the real reasons ADU projects stall, fail, or never start at all — and what homeowners and developers actual...
2025-12-1841 min
The Builder Nation PodcastScaling to 1,000 Units From Spain w/Eric Nelson | TBN 006In this episode of The Builder Nation Podcast, Brian sits down with Eric Nelson — a multifamily investor and operator managing more than 1,000 units across multiple markets… while living in Spain with his family.Most investors struggle to manage a single rental. Eric built a system-driven organization, hired strategically, and created a remote command center that lets him run a nationwide portfolio without sacrificing family, lifestyle, or travel.We break down:• How he manages 1,000 units from overseas• The hire that changed everything• The bottlenecks that kill most operators early• The truth about underw...
2025-12-1039 min
The Builder Nation PodcastADUs, Lending & Hiring a Killer Assistant w/ Michael Chiodo | TBN 005California is full of high-income earners sitting on a ton of home equity… and most of them have no idea how to turn it into real, lasting wealth.Today I’m sitting down with Michael Chiodo — “The Real Estate MC” — a top-producing mortgage strategist and investor who’s closed over $600M in loans, built a highly leveraged lending business, and uses ADUs, short-term rentals, and tax strategies to turn W-2 and commission income into freedom.We get into exactly how lending really works for 1–4 unit properties with ADUs, why going...
2025-11-3040 min
The Builder Nation PodcastMicrodevelopment Will Create the Next Billionaires w/Jared Jones | TBN 004California needs 3.5 million more homes — and the biggest opportunity isn’t in skyscrapers, megaprojects, or SB10 towers.It’s in middle housing and microdevelopment… the small, repeatable infill projects that will redefine our neighborhoods for the next 20 years.In today’s episode, I sit down with Jared Jones, co-founder of Middle Housing Partners, and one of the clearest thinkers in California’s housing revolution. Jared took the leap from flipping houses to building a fully integrated development operation delivering hundreds of ADUs and middle-housing units — and he...
2025-11-3044 min
The Builder Nation PodcastWhy Cash Flow Isn’t Enough in 2026 w/Alvin Uy | TBN 003What if your single-family house was actually a Swiss Army knife of income streams?In this episode, I sit down with Alvin Uy — a Los Angeles–based entrepreneur, product developer, and first-generation immigrant who built a $60M real estate portfolio and became a self-made decamillionaire. Before real estate, Alvin was a product guy: he co-created Soapbox, a children’s bath product that landed him on Shark Tank, where he and his partner famously walked away from a $1M buyout offer.Alvin breaks down how hi...
2025-11-3046 min
The Builder Nation PodcastFrom Nuclear Rocket Scientist to Co-Living King w/Miller McSwain | TBN 002What if you didn’t have to fully replace your W-2 income before quitting your job?In this episode, I sit down with Miller McSwain — a former nuclear rocket scientist who walked away from a six-figure W-2 after realizing that just 7 properties and 51 rooms could create enough momentum to leave his job and build a co-living empire in Colorado Springs.Miller breaks down how he engineered his co-living model to produce over $10,000/month in cashflow, why he was willing to let his income temporarily drop to almost zero...
2025-11-2942 min
The Builder Nation PodcastThe Architecture of a Meaningful Life w/The Builder Brian | TBN 001Welcome - to The Builder Nation Podcast In this first episode, Brian Koons shares the story behind the show, the mission driving Builder Nation, and how high-performers use mindset, systems, and leverage to build intentional lives with the same 24 hours we all get.If you’ve ever considered investing in real estate development, building ADUs, or you need a trusted team to manage your project, reach out at Subscribe and let’s keep building together.
2025-11-2610 min
No Day Like TodayEpisode 17 - Brian Koons - Building a Booming Business in ADU DevelopmentAccessory Dwelling Units, commonly known as ADUs are blowing up in California and Brian Koons aka “Builder Brian” has been at the center of the movement for several years. In this episode Brandon sits down with Brian Koons, a former U.S. Marine Corps Drill Instructor who traded 20-hour days of boot camp for the high-stakes arena of real estate development, Brian has overseen over 500 ADU projects and constructed a $10 million dollar portfolio in just 5 years. For those of you that don’t know ADU’s, they are those game-changing accessory dwelling units that can supercharge your property's value and inco...
2025-11-2339 min
RealPropPro PodcastRealPropPro Podcast Ep 23 - Brian Koons | November 13, 2025SummaryIn this conversation, Brian Koons discusses the implications of the new ADU regulations in San Diego, highlighting how these changes allow for increased property development and value. He shares his personal experience of discovering the potential for more units on a property, emphasizing the importance of understanding municipal regulations in real estate investment.TakeawaysThe ADU program in San Diego allows for significant property development.Understanding local regulations can lead to increased property value.The potential for multiple ADUs can transform investment strategies.Researching municipal codes is crucial for maximizing...
2025-11-1353 min
The Paradyme ShiftADUs, Deals, And Battle Scars | Brian Koons E30In this Paradyme Shift episode, Ryan Garland sits down with Brian Koons, a seasoned ADU developer and investor whose career spans more than 500 accessory dwelling unit (ADU) projects across Southern California. Together, they unpack how legislation, zoning reform, and creative financing have reshaped residential development—and why the next wealth wave is being built in backyards.The conversation blends strategic investing lessons with raw operator insight, diving into:The evolution of the ADU movement and how California’s housing crisis turned regulation into opportunity.Lessons from scaling from sing...
2025-11-0757 min
Dads And DaddiesBrian and Judson hookup with Brandon Kyle Goodman and talk destroying shame, redefining relationships, polyamory, and restoring kindness in the queer communityJudson and his husband celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, while Brian and his family discover a free gallery show featuring original works by Basquiat, Haring, Koons, Mapplethorpe, Sherman, Warhol, and more. The two hosts each go without physical release for longer than usual and expound on the joys of refraining. Brian then experiences a moment of undeniable divine intervention, and Judson starts his new job. They enjoy a pocket-sized Hookup of the Week about the joys of being Daddy to a pocket-sized partner. Brian spends three nights at the theater seeing Ragtime, Dylan Mulvaney's solo...
2025-10-281h 29
The Alchemists by Evan RundleEP 3 From Marine to ADU Developer: House Hacking, VA Loans & San Diego Bonus ADU w/ Brian KoonsOn Episode 3 of The Alchemists, Evan Rundle sits down with Brian Koons—Former Head of Development at ADU Geeks, small-lot urban infill developer, musician, and former US Marine. We delve into VA loan house hacking, the San Diego Bonus ADU program, underwriting feasibility, and the mindset/leadership skills that translate from the Corps to real estate. If you’re eyeing ADUs, boutique-scale infill, or turning a 1–4 unit into a cash-flowing asset, this is your playbook.What you’ll learn:• VA Loan House Hack: how owner-occupied loans (including 0% down VA) can launch your first 1–4 unit deal• Underwriting in the real world: qualifying inco...
2025-10-191h 17
Press Play with Madeleine BrandA24 films: Budding auteurs, unusual marketing, new AI adoptionOn Tuesday, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth addressed generals and admirals at Marine Corps Base Quantico, saying the military had gone soft and woke. He decried diversity initiatives and declared the era of “gender delusion” to be over. “The era of unprofessional appearance is over. No more beardos,” he said. Critics argue that the new rules disproportionately impact Black and Brown soldiers, many of whom have pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB), which makes it impossible to shave without developing painful bumps and ingrown hairs.
Since its inception in 2012, American film studio A24 has established itself as a zeitgeisty innovator willing...
2025-10-0152 min
Mortgage Heroes's PodcastFrom Marine to Master Builder: How Brian Koons Is Transforming Real Estate With ADUsIn this episode of Friends of Mortgage Heroes, we sit down with Brian Koons, also known as The Builder Brian, a former U.S. Marine turned real estate developer who's revolutionizing how homeowners and investors build wealth through Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs).Brian shares his incredible journey from playing the tuba in the Marine Corps Band to becoming a respected force in real estate development. He dives deep into lessons learned from working on over 500+ ADU projects, how he launched his firm HK Development, and how he now helps homeowners unlock hidden potential in their properties — even wi...
2025-08-281h 11
Car Dealership Guy PodcastFord Strategy w/ Koons, Tesla's Robotaxi Move w/ EV Auto, Used EV Risk w/ Van Horn | Daily Dealer LiveToday's show features:
Alex Perdikis, CEO-Owner of Koons Motors
Alex Lawrence, CEO of EV Auto
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2025-06-2358 min
On The Come UpDecoding Real Estate: from Municipal Code to Cash - Brian Koons - (Episode 34)Follow me on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/chrisj.lunaFollow Brian on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thebuilderbrianJoin Our Backyard Community 🧱🏡https://www.backyardcommunity.comSummaryIn this conversation, Brian Koons shares his journey into real estate, discussing the challenges and lessons learned from his early investments. He emphasizes the importance of adapting to market conditions, understanding the intricacies of construction management, and the significance of value engineering in maximizing project efficiency. The discussion also t...
2025-02-1146 min
Steph's PodcastEP 71 ADU Geeks with Brian KoonsJoining us is Brian Koons, a San Diego-based real estate developer and investor who's making waves in the growing Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) market. What’s even more interesting is Brian’s diverse background—he served eight years in the Marine Corps, both as a band member and drill instructor. In 2020, he house-hacked a $1.2M four-unit property using his VA loan, which sparked his passion for real estate.Now, as Head of Development at ADU Geeks, Brian oversees the development of nearly 1,500 units across Southern California. His expertise spans underwriting, feasibility studies, and urban infill develo...
2024-11-0826 min
The 24-7 Prayer PodcastHow can the church respond to injustice and discrimination? – Lisa Koons, USAHow can the church respond to injustice and discrimination?
In this episode Hannah and Brian are joined by Lisa Koons, an activist, spiritual director, and 24-7 Prayer USA’s National Director of Mission and Justice. She shares about the joy of communion with God and brings rich insight into how she practices His presence in her life, as well as her response to the dark night of the soul, before moving into a wider conversation about the church’s response to injustice.
Speaking with particular reference to racial discrimination in the United States, yet with wisdom for the whole of the...
2024-10-0138 min
PIE 2 PIE - A Pizza Maker’s PodcastIn Full Bloom w/ Brian Nittayo of Rose City Pizza🎶 Maestro Sausage: https://bit.ly/maestro-sausage
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In this episode of PIE 2 PIE, host Alex Koons sits down with Brian of Rose City Pizza. Brian discusses the challenges and...
2024-07-2651 minPIE 2 PIE - A Pizza Maker’s PodcastIn Full Bloom w/ Brian Nittayo of Rose City Pizza🎶 Maestro Sausage: https://bit.ly/maestro-sausage
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In this episode of PIE 2 PIE, host Alex Koons sits down with Brian of Rose City Pizza. Brian discusses the challenges and...
2024-07-2651 min
Grumpy Old GeeksOutragery!Let's game the system; Rivian layoffs; Air Canada's chatbot lied; Twitter didn't violate data security because they ignored Musk orders; Science Corner: smartwatches & rings don't measure blood sugar, AMOC collapsing, Taylor Swift's planes could use new paint, red light improves eyesight; we're back on the moon; ChatGPT goes temporarily insane; Pentagon testing LLMs; the Bad Batch; Last Week Tonight on YouTube to be delayed; Amazon shutting down Freevee wait no they aren't; FuboTV accuses Disney, Fox, WBD of antitrust; TikTok grows up; BIGO; Office Space; No Values festival; browser market share; watching ads on TV through built in TV...
2024-02-241h 09
Richard Skipper CelebratesCreative Chat with Dr. Judi Bloom and Richard Skipper 4/06/2023For Video Edition, Please Click and Subscribe Here: https://www.youtube.com/live/2YnM1t5WJNY?feature=share This week on Creative Chat with Dr. Judi Bloom and Richard Skipper, they will celebrate three artists who are making a difference in the direction of the the theater! Before his arrival in Florida, Bryce Alexander served as the Artistic Director for Phamaly Theatre Company - at the time, one of the only semi-pro disability based theatre companies in the country. Recently named one of the “Women to Watch on Broadway” in 2023 by the Broadway Women’s Fund, Nico Juber is an award-w...
2023-04-061h 01
GovLove - A Podcast About Local GovernmentThe 2022 GovieLoviesAnother year, another snake draft. The GovLove co-hosts teamed up to hand out awards and recap the seventh full year of a podcast about local government. Kirsten, Toney, Lauren, Dan, and Ben all selected three of their favorite episodes to honor with the most prestigious award in local government podcasting, a GovieLovie! They also shared their favorite highlight from 2022, their favorite holiday tradition, and what they are obsessed with from 2022. Hosts: Kirsten Wyatt, Ben Kittelson, Toney Thompson, Lauren Palmer, & Dan Bolin The GovieLovies Kirsten The Impact of the Great Resignation with Ronnie Dampier, Melody...
2022-12-301h 32
Classic Album SundaysClassic Album Sundays Podcast: Brian Eno on 'Nerve Net'Colleen 'Cosmo' Murphy celebrates the incredible polymath, innovator and musical thinker Brian Eno for the 30th anniversary of his experimental album, 'Nerve Net'. In this never-before-broadcast interview with Brian recorded back in 1992, Colleen and Brian get into everything from Maoism and Chinese opera, to Shostakovich and organic instruments, to Jeff Koons and Shamanism in music. So sit back and enjoy an hour spanning the mind and music of Brian Eno. Read more about your favourite album here: www.classicalbumsundays.com.
2022-11-2430 minClassic Album SundaysClassic Album Sundays Podcast: Brian Eno on 'Nerve Net'Colleen 'Cosmo' Murphy celebrates the incredible polymath, innovator and musical thinker Brian Eno for the 30th anniversary of his experimental album, 'Nerve Net'. In this never-before-broadcast interview with Brian recorded back in 1992, Colleen and Brian get into everything from Maoism and Chinese opera, to Shostakovich and organic instruments, to Jeff Koons and Shamanism in music. So sit back and enjoy an hour spanning the mind and music of Brian Eno. Read more about your favourite album here: www.classicalbumsundays.com.
2022-11-2430 min
FORMED Book ClubBrian Besong and Jonathan Fuqua, “Faith and Reason” (pt. 6)What is faith, and why does it save us? Fr. Joseph Fessio, Joseph Pearce, and Vivian Dudro read about the conversion of Lutheran Robert C. Koons to Catholicism in “Faith and Reason: Philosophers Explain Their Turn to Catholicism.”Support the show
2022-10-1039 min
The PorcupineEpisode #54 - Andy Koons & Brian McWilliamsAndy Koons & Brian McWilliams join me this week to talk about comedy in our current culture and if there is a way to combat left wing culture and censorship. We also talk about the Marvel & DC movies pushing propaganda instead of writing and crafting good stories.Adam Nutter:https://linktr.ee/AdamNutterBrian McWilliams:Lions of LibertyAndy Koons:https://linktr.ee/andykoons
2022-08-231h 02
My Favorite FriendshipMichael Jackson & BubblesOne of Michael Jackson's most famous friends was his pet chimpanzee Bubbles. The two of them shared a bedroom, shared outfits, even shared tea with the Mayor of Osaka. Their bond was even memorialized by artist Jeff Koons.FOLLOW US:Brian Wohl:Twitter: http://twitter.com/brianwohlInstagram: http://instagram.com/brianwohlFacebook: http://facebook.com/brianwohlMarc Muszynski:Twitter: http://twitter.com/marcmuszynskiInstagram: http://instagram.com/marcmuszynskiFacebook: http://facebook.com/marcmuszynskiMy Favorite Friendship:Facebook: http://facebook.com/myfavoritefriendship
2022-08-1140 min
Forbidden History at NKUSalem Witch TrialsJayln Kiser, Kayln Koons, and Abigail Schwarz discuss the Salem Witch Trials.
2022-02-1534 min
Faraday Institute LecturesDebate: “Is Nature God’s icon?"Debate with Dr Brian Pitts, Prof. Michael Esfeld and Prof. Robert Koons, with Dr William Simpson (moderator) at the God, Freedom and Nature: Lectures on the Metaphysics of Science - May 2021
2022-02-071h 18
ideaXmeArt's New Frontier | ACUTE ARTNeil Koenig, former Senior BBC producer and current ideaXme board advisor and guest interviewer, interviews Daniel Birnbaum, artistic director Acute Art. Chapter headings: 00:00We're here to idea everyone! To fire up your curiosity and connect you with the people and ideas that shape our world. 00:20 Welcome to ideaXme. I'm Neil Koenig. 00:25 For more than 50 years the Serpentine Gallery has shown work by some of the world's most famous contemporary artists. 00:38 This creature is a product of augmented reality. 01:04 A parallel digital version of the show has been launched in...
2022-02-0453 min
My First Investment Property3 - Ask The Right Questions and Utilize Resources with Brian KoonsIn this episode, your host, Doug Morneau speaks with Brian Koons about asking the right questions, finding resources, discipline in investing, and more.
2021-03-1615 min
Ipse DixitMartha Buskirk on Art & CopyrightIn this episode, Martha Buskirk, Professor of Art History and Criticism at Montserrat College of Art, discusses her new book "Is It Ours?: Art, Copyright, and Public Interest," which will be published by the University of California Press. Buskirk begins by reflecting on why art and copyright should care about each other. She describes particular examples of tension between the two, including the work of artists like Jeff Koons, Richard Prince, and Cady Noland, among others. And she explains how reflecting on that tension can help us better understand both art and copyright, and what we want them to...
2021-02-2744 min
Military Bottom LineEp. 29 - Active Duty House Hack with Brian KoonsIn this week's episode I meet with Brian Koons! Brian was successful in saving up $50,000 during his first military contract despite never getting paid BAH or making any deployment money.
He didn't know what he was saving his money for, but knew it would come in handy when an opportunity presented itself. Sure enough, during his second enlistment, he was able to buy a $1.2 million dollar property in San Diego where he is not only able to live for free, but makes money to live there every month - further enabling him to save massive amounts of mo...
2020-12-0145 min
The Pat Flynn ShowPhilosophy Friday: Questioning Libertarianism and Political Authority with Dr. Tyler McNabbMany of us change positions throughout our lives; political, philosophical, and religious. I have spent considerable time on this podcast discussing my journey from atheism to theism, and eventually right on through to Catholicism. I have, however, also hinted occasionally at my development in political thought, from liberal, to libertarian, and, finally, to common good conservatism. This episode -- in which I am joined by Dr. Tyler McNabb (bio and website here)-- details some of the arguments against liberal political philosophy (and especially libertarianism) that we ultimately found convincing, before we turn to an interesting new article published...
2020-08-281h 25
Club CoolCommodifying Contemporary Artists, Plus Malbon: The Golf Brand Bringing Streetwear to the CourseSUPPORT OUR WONDERFUL SPONSORS!
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Barrett and Phil are back to discuss contemporary art, specifically how it's been commodified by artists like Brian Donnelly (A.K.A. KAWS) and companies like Medicom Toy. Other artists such as Joshua Vides, Daniel Arsham, Will Bryant, Damien Hirst, and Jeff Koons are also brought in to the conversation, as are design collectives such as House of LAND.
After getting artsy with it, the duo looks in to some of the hottest up-and-coming golf brands that are attempting to inject the game's apparel landscape with some much-needed...
2020-06-261h 02
Create In MeInterview with Evan KoonsBrian learned about Evan Koons and his work through a curriculum called, "For the Life of the World." You can check it out at https://letterstotheexiles.com/ or watch this trailer Brian and guest co-host Rev. Dan Miller talk with Evan about his recent conversion to Orthodox Christianity and his perspective on the adventure of following Jesus. We also recommend checking out his video on Church Appropriate Dance Moves and a parody called, "Camp Manna".
2019-11-1546 min
1010 WINS News Update1010 WINS ALL LOCAL for afternoon on 10.4.19This afternoon's ALL LOCAL covers: -the MTA has drawn up a plan to deal with the homeless crisis in the subways -funeral today for NYPD Officer Brian Mulkeen -NY-based pop artist Jeff Koons unveils his giant sculpture "Bouquet of Tulips" in Paris
2019-10-0409 min
NOPEE79: Donald Trump Wargs Into a Bathroom Monster!Our attempts to warg our troubles away were interrupted by an impromptu Donald Trump speech, in which the Victim-In-Chief announced that he was going on strike until the Democrats cease all of their investigations into his rampant misconduct. To which we say, Nope! Meanwhile, Mayor Bill de Blasio entered the Democratic 2020 field with a cringeworthy (and possibly illegal) video shot inside his taxpayer-funded luxury SUV; Kris Kobach sent a list of demands to the White House, including the requirement for a private jet, to fulfill his Peter Principle-sanctioned destiny; and Steve Mnuchin’s 85-year-old dad used a flip phone to...
2019-05-2344 min
Bad at SportsBad at Sports Episode 46: Duchess and Matthew BarneyKat Parker and Katie Rashid tell us about Duchess, their new gallery. Brian Andrews does his own dramatic interpretation of Matthew Barney's recent radio Q&A as his publicist didn't think we were important enough to interview him. Brian's brilliant dramatics really pull Bad at Sports in a whole new direction, changing our trajectory forever. Wow. Who could ask for more?!?Show note and links to follow when Duncan gets a minute.
Pablo PicassoJoan MiroMatthew BarneyNPRBrian AndrewsKat Parker & Katie RashidDuchess...
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