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2nd Floor Studios : A Podcast CollectionHaunted Real Estate: Bad Business Investment? | 10/30/25Dallas isn’t just skyscrapers, sports bars, and steakhouses, some buildings in this city have stories that never made the brochures. In this episode, we explore the haunted legends behind iconic Dallas landmarks like The Adolphus Hotel and Nick & Sam’s, uncovering the eerie histories, strange sightings, and real estate secrets that continue to fuel speculation.From ghost brides and silent hallways to restaurants built on what used to be something much darker, we dive into the layers of memory, myth, and architecture that shape how a city remembers itself. Why do certain places feel haunted before you...
2025-11-0341 min
Small Business, Living ItFifty Years of Living it: James RolandIn this episode of Small Business, Living It, Dean Castelhano welcomes longtime friend and business leader James Roland for a conversation about passion, grit, and the relationships that sustain a 50-year career. From New York Life to home building in Rockwall, James shares how family values, trust, and problem-solving have shaped his journey.They discuss moving from big business to small business, the role of culture in career satisfaction, and why “living it” means showing up, staying engaged, and celebrating the wins — big or small.
2025-08-1454 min
2nd Floor Studios : A Podcast CollectionFrom NYC to Dallas: How James Roland Built a Legacy | 8/12/25From New York City to Dallas, James Roland has spent 50 years building abusiness legacy rooted in relationships, grit, and family values. In this episode ofSmall Business, Living It, host Dean Castelhano sits down with longtime friend andBusiness leader James Roland at 2nd Floor Studios for a conversation about thepower of trust, perseverance, and purpose-driven work.James opens up about his journey from starting at New York Life to becoming aRespected Rockwall home builder, sharing five decades of hard-earned lessonsalong the way. From capital markets to...
2025-08-1353 min
2nd Floor Studios : A Podcast CollectionJoe Graham: Dallas Legend of Real Estate, Risk, and Reinvention | 6/24/25What do pink bread, purple houses, and a one-man jet helicopter have to do with small business? In this second installment of the Dallas Legends series, you’ll find out—and you’ll walk away with real insight on entrepreneurship, resilience, and building a name that lasts.Dean Castelhano welcomes Joe Graham, founder of Graham Mortgage, to Small Business, Living It for an unforgettable deep dive into six decades of business in Dallas.Joe isn’t just a financier—he’s a storyteller, a risk-taker, and a cornerstone of the city’s real estate ecosystem. Fro...
2025-06-2456 min
Chewing the Fat with Jeff FisherWe Don’t Know for Sure… | 5/9/25Russian Rocket to hit Earth sometime soon… AI / million times better in a year?... Meta new glasses with Super Sensing mode… Amazon kitchen robot… AI / Agatha Christie used to teach… AI dead guy in court… Robots discuss end of humans… Papa Johns ordering limits?... www.blazetv.com/jeffy Promo code Jeffy… Nicole Shanahan joining The Blaze… (466) Nicole Shanahan - YouTube Old Guard 2 coming to Netflix…Smokey Robinson denies allegations… Email: ChewingTheFat@theblaze.com New Pope and it isn’t me… Who Died Today:Larry Smith 84 / Chet Lemon 70…Death Penalty firing squad bad shots…Chickens in South Africa left to die…Game Show: What’s The Li...
2025-05-0952 min
Small Business, Living ItRemembering Joe Foster: Mentorship and Legacy in Dallas Real EstateHonoring Joe Foster, Dallas commercial real estate icon! Discover how business networking, relationships, and mentorship built a Texas business legacy.In this episode of the Small Business Living It podcast, Dean Castelhano reflects on the legacy of Joe Foster, a legend in the Dallas commercial real estate world. We dive into how his famous breakfast club built real, lasting business relationships and why old-school networking still matters today. Joe wasn’t just a mentor—he shaped a community through trust, collaboration, and consistency.Dean talks about the evolution of Dallas business culture, the magic of pers...
2025-05-0128 minChewing the Fat with Jeff FisherAggregate Biomarker… | 4/25/25Naked Gardening Best Cities… NJ Wildfire update and an arson arrest… AJ Brown car (whip) stolen… Jack in the Box closing hundreds of stores…Shannon Sharpe steps away from ESPN… NFL Draft Update… Email: ChewingTheFat@theblaze.com Sperm Race in LA… Blake Lively / Baldoni case ongoing... Golden Globes date... Academy rule changes…www.blazetv.com/jeffy Promo code Jeffy… Mortuary lady testing on bodies… No kidding, Jersey Mike’s has new CEO… Game Show: What’s The Lie? Family edition / Contestants: Dean & Wesley Castelhano…
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2025-04-2552 min
2nd Floor Studios : A Podcast CollectionRemembering Joe Foster: Mentorship and Legacy in Dallas Real EstateHonoring Joe Foster, Dallas commercial real estate icon! Discover how business networking, relationships, and mentorship built a Texas business legacy. In this episode of the Small Business Living It podcast, Dean Castelhano reflects on the legacy of Joe Foster, a legend in the Dallas commercial real estate world. We dive into how his famous breakfast club built real, lasting business relationships and why old-school networking still matters today. Joe wasn’t just a mentor—he shaped a community through trust, collaboration, and consistency.Dean talks about the evolution of Dallas business culture, the magic of personal rela...
2025-04-2528 min
2nd Floor Studios : A Podcast CollectionFrom Restaurant Hustle to Real Estate SuccessSmall business success requires resilience, strategy, and smart investments. In this episode, we explore entrepreneurship, real estate, business growth, and the 2025 housing market with expert insights.In this episode of Small Business Living It, host Dean Castellano sits down with Bruce Kaminsky and Shawn Zafarpour, two entrepreneurs who transitioned from the restaurant industry into real estate development. They share their journeys, lessons in resilience, and insights on navigating business challenges in highly competitive markets.Key Takeaways:The mindset shift from running restaurants to building real estate venturesLessons from the hospitality industry and how they...
2025-03-161h 03Chewing the Fat with Jeff FisherNot Known for Certain… | 2/21/25Smelliest member of congress?... Asteroid revised again… ISS going away?... Headed to Mars… In-and-Out adding an eastern headquarters… KFC moving to Texas… Ye back on X…Ye is using again?... Email: Chewingthefat@theblaze.com Netflix investing… Reacher S3 dropped… Who Died Today:Scott Sauerbeck 53… 70 Christians killed in DRC... Blue the Harbor Seal 21… SS United States headed for the Gulf… Subscribe to Blaze TV www.faucicoverup.com/jeffy Promo Code: SMOKINGGUN $30 off a years subscription / while supplies last… Game Show: What’s The Lie?Contestant: Dean Castelhano ( 1x returning champion ) Learn more about your ad choic...
2025-02-2146 minChewing the Fat with Jeff FisherSunny to Partly Cloudy... | 2/14/25V-Day Flowers imported…. Bird Flu expanding…. Dawn of the Planet of The Apes… Zombie Spiders…. Special Report from SB victory parade... Kris Cruz on the scene in Philadelphia…. Captain America doesn’t look worth it?... NBA / Nascar / SNL viewing this weekend…. Diddy sues NBC Email: Chewingthefat@theblaze.com Subscribe to Blaze TVwww.faucicoverup.com/jeffy. Promo Code: SMOKINGGUN $30 off a years subscription / while supplies last…. Who Died Today: Ben Christman 21 /Jerry Eisenberg 87 / Lisa Manders 70… Ye and Bianica getting a divorce… Game Show: What’s The Lie? Contestant: Dean Castelhano… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg
2025-02-1446 min
2nd Floor Studios : A Podcast CollectionHere's to Dallas: Raising a Glass (and the Volume) with Wes and Dean CastelhanoIn this relaxed bonus episode of Small Business, Living It, Dean Castelhano teams up with his son Wes for an end-of-year chat that’s equal parts reflection, humor, and insight. They talk about the wins from the past year at Second Floor Studios and Grand Mortgage, all while keeping the tone light and laid back—because hey, it’s not an official episode!Wes shares some practical podcasting tips, like how to get top-notch audio without breaking the bank and why “letting the equipment do the work” can save you a ton of time. Dean adds his thoughtful...
2024-12-0425 min
Small Business, Living ItBONUS: Cheaper Than Therapy with Mark Noble: Navigating Business and Real Estate with Dean CastelhanoFeaturing Dean, we are excited to share this episode from the Cheaper Than Therapy Podcast! Learn more about their podcast here: Cheaper Than Therapy Podcast
2024-09-051h 02
2nd Floor Studios : A Podcast CollectionCheaper Than Therapy with Mark Noble: Navigating Business & Real Estate with Dean Castelhano”In this episode of Cheaper Than Therapy, host Mark Noble sits down with longtime friend and business partner Dean Castelhano for an insightful conversation on the challenges and triumphs of navigating the real estate market. Dean, a seasoned lender and entrepreneur, shares his journey from New York to Dallas, offering valuable lessons on building strong relationships, managing financial risks, and making quick decisions in the world of private lending.Listeners will discover Dean’s unique approach to balancing people skills with analytical thinking, his perspective on market shifts, and the importance of trust in business. Whether you're a...
2024-09-051h 03
Cheaper Than Therapy PodcastsThe Dino Episodes : Season 3 Episode 1This was a great show to kick off our third season with papa bear Dean Castelhano and the lovely level-headed voice of reason (for me, not my dad) Victoria Nelson. Topics included fact-checking/clarification of the previous episode. However, to avoid this situation for this episode we added the actual sound bites from the people we were quoting. So you will hear a little Bill Burr, South Park, Office Space, Chris Rock, and more! Topics range from Fantasy Football, who we consider geniuses today, work ethic, accumulating wealth, and practical business advice for idiots like me. For legal purposes...
2020-08-281h 15
Cheaper Than Therapy PodcastsThe Dino Episodes : Season 3 Episode 1This was a great show to kick off our third season with papa bear Dean Castelhano and the lovely level-headed voice of reason (for me, not my dad) Victoria Nelson. Topics included fact-checking/clarification of the previous episode. However, to avoid this situation for this episode we added the actual sound bites from the people we were quoting. So you will hear a little Bill Burr, South Park, Office Space, Chris Rock, and more! Topics range from Fantasy Football, who we consider geniuses today, work ethic, accumulating wealth, and practical business advice for idiots like me. For legal purposes...
2020-08-281h 15