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Real Estate LowdownThe New Rules of Real Estate and Why Success Now Requires a Bold Agent Reinvention with Melissa JusticeIn this episode of Real Estate Lowdown, I sit down with Melissa Justice, broker-owner of Exit Justice Realty, to unpack the reality of the new rules of today's real estate market—from the ground floor to the institutional lens. Melissa brings decades of frontline experience in REO investment, HUD home sales, and residential real estate to a timely conversation that cuts through the noise.We explore how rising interest rates, inflationary pressures, and the recent NAR settlement are accelerating a market evolution that agents and investors alike can’t ignore. Melissa offers valuable insigh...2025-07-2327 min
Inner RebelLee & Christina King: Assless Chaps, Spiritual Surrender, and a Life-Changing $5 BillSend us a textIn this deeply human and unforgettable episode, Christina Miglino King returns to the show—this time joined by her partner, award-winning drag king and trans non-binary activist Lee King (aka Phantom Nips). Together, they share the story of how they met, fell in love, and built a new kind of life—one rooted in truth, presence, and the kind of connection that only comes after burning it all down.We talk about the moments that change us: a devastating burnout, a $5 bill with a phone number, walking shirtless into the sun for...2025-07-1654 min
Women's Money WisdomEpisode 280: One Big, Beautiful Bill: What the OB3 Tax Law Means for Your MoneyIn this special solo episode, Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA, breaks down the newly passed One Big, Beautiful Bill Act—yes, that’s really the name! Signed into law on July 4th, this sweeping piece of legislation (affectionately nicknamed “OB3”) will impact everything from your tax brackets to your charitable deductions, and much more in between. Whether you’re a retiree, parent, small business owner, or high earner, Melissa walks through what’s changing, what’s staying, and what you need to know to navigate the financial road ahead.⚖️ Key Topics Covered:🧾 Tax Brackets...2025-07-1539 min
Passively Rich with RentalsCan One Rental Property Really Erase Your Tax Bill?Before we get started, if you’re interested in building a rental empire without leaving your couch, make sure to grab my "Lazy Investor’s Guide to Doing Nothing and Still Getting Paid." Click HERE now to get your free copy---------------------------------------------------Think tax breaks are just for full-time investors or millionaires? Think again. In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Amanda & Matt, real estate tax strategists. They’ve saved thousands of investors serious money with strategies you won’t hear from your average CPA... and today, th...2025-07-0857 min
The Business RoundUp with Melissa BillMillion Dollar Mansions: RWB Concierge Building for Florida's EliteIn this episode of The Business RoundUp, Melissa Bill interviews Robert W. Burrage, Founder of RWB Construction Management, a leading luxury builder in Florida. Robert discusses the booming luxury real estate market in Florida, the unique aspects of high-end construction, and the importance of providing a comprehensive luxury experience for clients. He emphasizes the significance of maintaining long-term relationships with clients and the evolving definition of luxury in the construction industry.
Additional topics discussed in this episode:
How ultra-luxury building is about providing a top-tier experience.
The planning and design process of luxury estates, s...2025-06-2127 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillStanding Strong: Christian Employer Alliance on Protecting Christian BusinessesIn this episode of The Business RoundUp, we speak with Margaret Iuculano, President of Christian Employer Alliance about the how CEA works to protect faith-based businesses and why the house GOP Tax Plan — the “Big Beautiful Bill” — is a major legislative victory in the making.
Margaret walks us through the various ways CEA protects Christian business owners nationwide who are faced with governmental policies that actively undermined their businesses, plus the following:
How certain initiatives are resulting in discrimination against faith-based entrepreneurs, forcing them to navigate a difficult business environment.
Current legislation that's effecting faith-based businesses
The Big Bea...2025-06-1717 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillTax Reform: Accent Financial on Strategies for 2025
Join us for this episode as we catch up with Ryan Otto, President and Owner of Accent Financial Services who discusses important tax filing and procedural changes for 2025.
As the expiration of Trump's Tax Cuts and Jobs Act draws near, a new bill is under consideration called the "Big Beautiful Bill". Ryan discusses the differences between the two and the key benefits, plus other tax changes including:
No tax on tips for service industry employees
Changes to this year's tax filing tax season such as withholdings and tax credits
Key elements within the new legislation "Big Beautiful Bill"
Accent's new s...2025-06-0920 min
The Fabric of AmericaBill Amos of NW Alpine: Building a Clothier Business in America from the Ground UpIn this episode, Matt and Melissa sit down with Bill Amos, founder of NW Alpine—a company redefining what it means to make technical climbing gear in America. Bill shares the story behind NW Alpine’s beginnings, their commitment to domestic manufacturing, and the company’s evolution from a passion project to a purpose-driven business. They explore the challenges of scaling ethically, the future of gear design, and how NW Alpine stays rooted in both innovation and community.https://www.nwalpine.com/https://www.instagram.com/nwalpinegear/Key Topics:The origin and missio...2025-05-271h 06The Business RoundUp with Melissa BillLeading with Faith, interview with CJ Wheeler - Founder of Book It CJToday in Business Roundup, host Melissa Bill speaks with CJ Wheeler, Founder of Book It CJ - a DC based PR Firm specializing in media exposure for conservative, Christian, and Veteran voices.
In this episode we explore putting faith into the center of your business and life.
CJ Wheeler shares insight into the following:
How the Bible teaches invaluable lessons about business and living a better life.
The unique way she studied the Bible during her year of transformation.
The radical shift in her perspective on control, ambition, and worry.
How God’s master pl...2025-04-2130 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillE75, Business RoundUp Interview with John Richardson, founder of Richardson Nutritional Center and Operation World Without CancerIn this episode, John Richardson, Founder of Richardson Nutritional Center and Operation World Without Cancer shares why this is an exciting time for America and its journey towards regaining its health under the MAHA movement.
Richardson is the Founder of Operation World Without Cancer and applauds and supports the efforts of President Trump and RJK Jr. to help Make America Healthy Again. Having a deep history of Richardson's family and organization doing battle with Big Pharma & Big Gov himself, Operation World Without Cancer has compiled their Top 7 MAHA Missions that are vital to the goal to Make America Hea...2025-04-1836 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillE74, Business RoundUp Interview with Patrick Gruhn is the CEO of Perpetuals.com, and formerly part of FTX EuropeJoin us for an insightful conversation with a veteran in the digital currency space, Patrick Gruhn, who is the CEO of Perpetuals.com, and formerly part of FTX Europe. In this episode, Patrick dives deeper into the evolving crypto and digital currency market, sharing his expertise and perspective on its ever-changing landscape.
We’ll explore topics including tokenized stocks & the evolution of digital securities; real-world assets gain traceability through blockchain infrastructure development and important lessons learned from the development of DigitalAssets.AG, as a pre-FTX platform.
Tune in as we discuss the future of Regulated Cr...2025-04-1425 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillE73, Business RoundUp Interview with Ben Jacobs and Jessica Chestler, co-founders of the Chestler/Jacobs TeamGuests Ben Jacobs and Jessica Chestler, co-founders of the Chestler/Jacobs team discuss the art of assisting clients within the two vastly different real estate markets of Florida and New York.
Ben and Jessica cover topics including navigating luxury real estate in markets like Florida and New York, and a few key differences in buyer demographics, pricing trends, and investment opportunities.
In this episode. listeners can learn the top five reasons that high-net-worth buyers are moving between NYC and Florida.
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SEE THE UNSEEN Podcast w/Melissa GeorgeoffInterview with Bill Tortorella-Near Death Experiencer: What Happens When We Die? What happens when we die? Join me in this podcast as Bill Tortorella shares his near-death experience. Bill Tortorella won an international art contest with over 250,000 contestants for WNBC's Broadway musical "Jesus Christ Superstar" by Andrew Lloyd Webber. This achievement had a significant impact on his life. In 1994, while attending a trade show in Tucson, Arizona, a virus outbreak occurred that caused many attendees, including Bill, to become seriously ill. During this time, Bill experienced a near-death event. This experience profoundly influenced his life, motivating him to write about the insights he gained...2025-04-091h 22
We Are Superman#339 - WE ARE MELISSA DAVEY BOLDLY LAUNCHING A NEW CAREER IN HER SIXTIESMelissa Davey took the adage about it’s never too late to try something new quite seriously. This wasn’t about jumping out of an airplane kind of stuff. In her sixties, she retired from a lengthy corporate career to pursue her second act and dream of becoming a filmmaker. I always tell teens I coach or meet who are stressed about picking a college major and choosing a career path, that the average American changes careers, not just jobs, seven times in their lifetimes. You never know when circumstances allow you to drop the grind and forge a new...2025-04-031h 19The Business RoundUp with Melissa BillE72, Business RoundUp Interview with Kyle Berry, Principal at Sendero and Lead of Human Capital Management practiceKyle Berry, Principal at Sendero and Lead of Human Capital Management practice, explains HCM's critical role within an organization.
Plus, how crucial a unified HCM is during mergers and acquisitions, due to its ability to streamline workforce integration by consolidating employee data and automating onboarding.
2025-03-2917 min
BartholomewtownHow "Fire Districts" Restrict Shoreline Access and Operate Extra-Constitutionally: Activist Melissa JenkinsSend us a textActivist Melissa Jenkins discusses how fire districts, particularly in Bonnet Shores, operate outside of the normal confines of democracy. Support the show2025-03-2727 min
The Business RoundUp with Melissa BillE71, Business RoundUp: Interview with Joseph Gonzalez, Founder and CEO of Level Up InsuranceJoseph Gonzalez discusses the changing landscape of the Florida insurance industry, and how their agency is making a difference by helping to educate their clients.
He covers important topics such as the importance of finding a good agent who can aid in selecting the right homeowner, auto and even life insurance plan for you and your family.
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Music from a Lifetime12-18-21-30-40-NOW! - Episode 7 - MelissaHi there, and welcome to today’s episode of 12-18-21-30-40-NOW! The episodes on this podcast that looks to combine the memories of what music creates to the memories of everyday people. On these episodes we will have a conversation with people about how music affects their lives and the memories that music brings back to them about different stages of their life. About how music has affected their lives, and what it reminds them of those times now.
This will concentrate on certain times of their lives. At the age of 12, at the ag...2025-03-021h 18
Dear Dance Mom...Bill Belichick's girlfriend isn't old enough to rent a car!This week, we check in with 3 of our favorite dance moms! Jill recently discovered how many millions make a billion and she shares her surprise. Melissa made the decision to place her dog in a training facility and shares an update. The moms discuss the rising costs of Disneyland, Bill Belichick dating a younger woman, and share their plans for dinner. They also discuss their least and most favorite parts of being on Dance Moms.Have a question for the moms? Leave a voice message at https://www.speakpipe.com/deardancemom and you might be part of a...2025-02-2855 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillE45. Texas RoundUP: Interview with Ryan Otto, Owner of Accent Financial ServicesIn this episode, we sit down with Ryan Otto, President of Accent Financial Services in Allen, Texas. With over two decades of experience spanning small business ownership and leadership in a Fortune 500 company, Ryan shares his journey of taking over a legacy business that started on a farm and transforming it into a thriving resource for entrepreneurs and individuals.
Ryan dives into his passion for helping small businesses launch, grow, and succeed, fueled by his background in finance and his entrepreneurial family roots. He also discusses the innovative financial tools he’s developed and his commitment to on...2025-01-0327 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillE40. Texas RoundUP: Interview With Actor & Producer Scott Hamm-DuenasIn this episode, we sit down with accomplished actor and producer Scott Hamm-Duenas to explore his dynamic career. We discuss his journey from guest-starring on the iconic Walker, Texas Ranger to filming in the Lone Star State, and his latest project, the upcoming holiday release of Final Wager.
Scott shares insights into the unique challenges of producing and starring in his own film, working alongside legendary actor Michael Madsen, and how the film industry has evolved in the wake of COVID-19.
Join us for an engaging conversation packed with behind-the-scenes stories, career reflections, and a...2024-12-2015 min
Metal Chat with MelissaEPISODE 63-Bill from Music from a lifetimeJoin my friend Bill and I as we talk Maiden, podcasting and reminice about our visit.
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Here is where you can find Bill
Blog: http://westkiamametal.blogspot.com
Patreon: https://patreon.com/realmetalkevin
The Creation of Me Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0fZFiBI8ldP8PdvBFvbbeI?si=ZVxTtAOTSZGp3JyZQ_FM-g
Death by Multimedia Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5YIYNWZghlX5IZuMB3ntMN
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/RealMetalKevin
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/metalkevin.bsky.social
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmetalkevin/
2024-12-131h 19Metal Chat with MelissaEPISODE 63 -Bill from Music from a lifetimeJoin my friend Bill from Australia and me as we chat about Iron Maiden, podcasting and reminice about the afternoon we hung out together.
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Metalmelissapodcast@gmail.com
where to find Bill:
Blog: http://westkiamametal.blogspot.com
Patreon: https://patreon.com/realmetalkevin
The Creation of Me Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0fZFiBI8ldP8PdvBFvbbeI?si=ZVxTtAOTSZGp3JyZQ_FM-g
Death by Multimedia Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5YIYNWZghlX5IZuMB3ntMN
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/RealMetalKevin
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/metalkevin.bsky.social
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmetalkevin/
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NDN All-Stars - Celebrating Great Native American Athletes of the Past and PresentNDN All-Stars Podcast - Melissa Skeet - aka "Skeetfighter"NDN All-Stars is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn this episode of the NDN All-Stars Podcast, Bill Black talks with former roller derby skater and now trail skater and activist NDN All-Star #205 Melissa Skeet (Diné), aka "Skeetfighter" about her roller derby experience and about her marathon skate across the US to bring awareness to the tragedy that is MMIP (Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons). This is a little bit of a different subject for the NDN All-Stars podcast, but it is a message that needs to b...2024-12-0341 min
Blue SkySpecial Episode for Gratitude Month, Featuring Reflections on Gratitude from Bill Burke and Blue Sky AlumsNovember is Gratitude Month at the Optimism Institute and this episode wraps up our celebration while kicking off Thanksgiving weekend. Blue Sky host and founder of The Optimism Institute Bill Burke shares his thoughts on the tight link between gratitude and optimism and has selected excerpts from past episodes to drive this point home. Blue Sky alums explain the health benefits of gratitude, the many reasons to be grateful to be alive today, and why, despite our many challenges, the United States and its founding ideals are worth believing in and being thankful for. Chapters: 2024-11-2737 min
Blue SkyMelissa Connelly Describes Her Optimistic Journey From Eighth Grade Truant to CEO of OneGoalMelissa Connelly had a rocky start to her high school career, being placed in her school’s truancy program after missing sixty days of classes in 8th grade. Fortunately, Melissa found her guidance counselor, Mrs. Jeter, who changed her life. With her help, Melissa turned her academic career around and through determined optimism, managed to earn college degrees and build a successful, high impact life. She now oversees OneGoal, a national postsecondary access and success organization and she shares her inspiring story on this episode of Blue Sky. Chapters: 02:11 Meet Melissa Connelly ...2024-10-3053 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillE27. Texas RoundUP: Interview with Adam Ferrari CEO of Phoenix Capital Group Holdings
In today’s episode, we’re joined by Adam Ferrari, CEO of Phoenix Capital Group Holdings, LLC. With nearly two decades of experience in the oil and gas sector, Adam has been a driving force behind Phoenix Capital Group’s rapid growth and success. Raised in a small farm town in Illinois, Adam’s journey took him from a magna laude degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to leading a dynamic team at Phoenix.
Phoenix Capital Group is a premier firm specializing in the acquisition of oil and gas mineral rights and operated...2024-10-2824 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillE26. TexasRoundUP: Interview with Noah Healy, Mathematician And Founder of CoordiscIn today’s episode, we’re diving into a topic that influences so many facets of our economy, but that often gets overlooked. Markets, algorithms, and the possibility of creating a more transparent and efficient way to trade commodities. Joining us today is Noah Healy, a mathematician and the founder of Cordisc, who is here to discuss a new approach he’s pioneering: the Coordinated Discovery Market, or CDM.”
What is Coordinated Discovery Market, or CDM & how is it managed?
At its core, CDM leverages a patent-pending approach to match supply and demand with far greater...2024-10-2529 minThe Business RoundUp with Melissa BillE21. Texas RoundUP: Interview with Lisa Marino-CEO at Dopple.comIn this episode, we sit down with Lisa Marino, a Stanford University alumna and visionary entrepreneur, to discuss her latest venture aimed at supporting new families. With a background in digital media and gaming, Lisa was the founder of mamauncut.com and RockYou—platforms focused on mom-centric products.
Driven by her passion for building a community around family support, Lisa recently acquired Dopple, transforming it into a subscription-based service designed to assist young parents in meaningful ways. The service goes beyond traditional baby registries by offering thoughtful gifts such as meal delivery, dog walking, babysitting, and more—everything parents need but...2024-10-0315 min
Edible Activist#161: Food Systems Spotlight: SNAP and Farm BillIn this episode of Edible Activist, we welcome back LaMonika Jones, Executive Director of DC Hunger Solutions, to discuss the latest updates on SNAP benefits, focusing on the changes with Give SNAP a Raise and its impact on families in the District. We’ll also delve into the Farm Bill, highlighting the importance of finalizing legislation that supports all aspects of the food ecosystem. Tune in for these essential updates!2024-09-2642 min
Men on the Path to LoveBONUS: How About Therapy?A Conversation with Gestalt Therapist Melissa Bennett-HeinzHave you thought about seeking therapy? If so, it might be a good idea to try it. In this bonus episode, you'll hear my conversation with Gestalt therapist Melissa Bennet-Heinz. She tells us about the transformative power of Gestalt therapy and shedding light on its core principles. She also talks about the unique challenges men face in therapy and makes a good case for men who are struggling, to try therapy. Check out How About Therapy? A Conversation with Gestalt Therapist Melissa Bennet-Heinz.Links:Melissa's websiteLinkedInFacebookSend us a...2024-09-2030 min