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Super Entrepreneurs PodcastSuper Entrepreneurs PodcastHow Ignoring My Gut Nearly Destroyed Everything – Nick Halaris’ Wake-Up Call @‌TheNickHalarisShowFREE TRAINING: The SUPER Framework™ Shahid Durrani welcomes real estate investor, founder of Metros Capital, and host of the Nick Halaris Show to the Super Entrepreneurs Podcast. In this powerful episode, Nick opens up about his three-stage journey of success—from chasing wealth blindly to building it with purpose—and how aligning his mission changed everything. Nick shares deeply personal stories about intuition, mindset, and how ignoring that “gut feeling” almost cost him everything. Together with Shahid, they explore spiritual entrepreneurship, building legacy through capitalism, and trusting inner awareness in decision-making—personally and professionally. Whether yo...2025-07-0225 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowWhat if AI Just Makes Us All Dumber? | Kate EpsteinUp this week is a provocative new episode for The Nick Halaris Show featuring author and historian Kate Epstein.  Kate is an Associate Professor for History at Rutgers, the author of two fascinating books—"Torpedo” and “Analog Superpowers”— and a contributor to Persuasion, a publication dedicated to promoting free society.  I came across Kate’s work when a friend and one of my most steadfast supporters forwarded me her must-read essay “We, Robots.”  While most are out cheering AI and its potential to make us super intelligent, Kate dares to consider the alternative: what if AI is actually making us...2025-06-1357 minBreakfast Leadership ShowBreakfast Leadership ShowPurpose, Profits, and People: Redefining Success in Business and Life with Nick Halaris In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Nick Halaris, a purpose-driven real estate entrepreneur, to explore the evolving landscape of entrepreneurship—and why it’s more important than ever to lead with both ambition and impact. 🧭 Entrepreneurship as a Catalyst for Community Change Nick and I unpack why more individuals are choosing the entrepreneurial path in today’s transformative era. But we also challenge the narrative that being your own boss is just about personal freedom and financial gain. True leadership means looking beyond profit to ask: How does my work serve my community? Nick shares compellin...2025-06-1129 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowUnlocking the Secrets of Elite Tutoring | Dan LermanI wanted to have Dan on the show to learn more about the inner workings of the mysterious private tutor world.  When I was coming up, private tutors were hardly a thing; now, they can be a difference maker.  Access to elite educational opportunities is a key line of division in our fracturing society and, while in education we tend to look for systemic solutions, what’s going on with private tutors suggests that individual intervention may be where we want to focus.  Tune in to this fascinating conversation to learn:Why parents around the world are w...2025-05-0951 minBusiness BrosBusiness BrosSuccess without sacrifice: The framework for building wealth with values with Nick Halaris1374 He’s a real estate investor, entrepreneur, and thought leader on wealth, integrity, and global strategy. He’s not just chasing dollars—he’s redefining success through purpose, principles, and power moves. Please welcome… Nick Halaris!Website: www.nickhalaris.comSocial Media: https://x.com/NickHalaris https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-halaris-4a25b93/ https://www.youtube.com/@TheNickHalarisShow https://www.instagram.com/nickhalaris/________ Go to www.BusinessBros.biz to be a guest on the show or to find out more on how we can help you get more customers! #Businesspodcasts #smallbusinesspodcast #businessmarketingtips #businessgrowthtips #strategicthinking #businessmastery #successinbusiness #businesshacks #marketingstrategist #wealthcreators #businessst...2025-04-2930 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowWhy the Legal System Is America’s Democratic Lifeline | Mack JenkinsWe are featuring my longtime friend Mack Jenkins, a public-minded lawyer and former US Attorney.  As a prosecutor, Mack was responsible for some of the highest-profile and most consequential convictions in modern LA history, including those against multiple elected officials.  Mack is now a partner at Hecker Fink, a leading law firm with a strong public interest bent and a staunch commitment to justice. Tune in to this inspiring conversation to learn:The crucial role that attorneys can play in shaping the public policy landscapeWhy the criminal justice reform movement is not dead and just needs a d...2025-04-251h 0421st Century Entrepreneurship21st Century EntrepreneurshipNick Halaris: What Does Success Without Compromise Look Like?Nick Halaris is an entrepreneur, writer, real estate investor, and engaged citizen. We spoke about what it truly means to be successful in today’s world — not just financially, but morally, socially, and personally.What starts as a pursuit of the American dream evolves into something deeper: a mission-driven philosophy of ownership, contribution, and integrity. Nick walks us through the three distinct phases of his entrepreneurial journey — from chasing wealth, to redefining success, to building a life of meaning.“The American dream without a moral bedrock and without a mission is kind of empty.”This con...2025-04-1725 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowRedefining Education Through Entrepreneurship | Anand SanwalThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Anand Sanwal, the co-Founder of The Formidable Fellowship, a non-profit focused on sparking the next generation of young entrepreneurs, and the host of the Future Titans Podcast, a show featuring the inspiring stories of the winners of the Formidable grant.  Anand is also the co-Founder and former CEO of CB Insights, a very successful AI and data company, a writer, and working on building a national network of schools for entrepreneurship (more on this in a future episode!).Ready to dive in? Listen to this episode on A...2025-04-0850 minUltra High Net Worth Clients with Chris BrodheadUltra High Net Worth Clients with Chris Brodhead#127 The Hidden Housing Crisis That’s Killing Investment Opportunities w/ Nick Halaris, Investor, Civic Leader & Founder, Metros CapitalDownload Chris's FREE E-Book on “How To Find Ultra High Net Worth Clients" from https://UHNWC.com/  Nick Halaris (https://nickhalaris.com/) is an investor, real estate developer, and civic leader with nearly 20 years of experience exploring what it takes to be a great investor. Through successes and setbacks, Nick has gained valuable insights, which he now shares via Profit, a platform dedicated to presenting fresh ideas and strategies for investors. His work in real estate development and civic leadership gives him a unique perspective on the economy and society, allowing him to uncover opportunities and navigate chal...2025-04-0341 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowHow Business Can Help Us To Stop Wasting So Much Food | Ben Kuethe OaksThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Ben Kuethe Oaks, the Vice President and General Manager at Divert, a circular economy company on a mission to prevent food from being wasted through nationwide infrastructure and innovative technologies.  We waste a staggering amount of food here in America—something like 40% of everything we produce.  Meanwhile, there are over 40M food insecure households in America alone and millions more around the world.  Something is not right here!  Ready to dive in? Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and YouTubeor on you...2025-03-0446 minNo Vacancy with Taylor AvakianNo Vacancy with Taylor AvakianHousing Crises & Market Cycles: A Deep Dive with Nick HalarisIn this episode of No Vacancy, host Taylor Avakian sits down with real estate investor and thought leader Nick Halaris to discuss the shifting landscape of real estate. From LA’s housing crisis to the impact of inflation, political uncertainty, and rising insurance costs, Nick shares his expert insights on where the market is headed. He also dives into long-term investment strategies, urban development trends, and the evolving role of AI in real estate.Never miss an episode! Subscribe on your preferred platform and rate our show ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: 🍏Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-vacancy-with-taylor-avakian/id1768889293🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/s...2025-02-181h 11The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowHow American Farmers Can Thrive and Protect the Environment | Mitchell HoraThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Mitchell Hora, the founder and CEO of Continuum Ag, a company helping farmers better understand their carbon footprint, implement regenerative agriculture practices, and take advantage of exciting new government credit programs.Ready to dive in? Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and YouTubeor on your favorite podcast platform.I wanted to...2025-02-181h 14The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowDarius Dale | The Truth About What’s Possible with DOGEThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are welcoming back Darius Dale, the founder and CEO of 42 Macro, a leading Macro Risk Management serving investors around the world!  Check out his first episode here for a master class introduction to the art of macro risk management in investing.  Ready to dive in? Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and YouTube or on your fa...2025-02-0452 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowLeveraging the Overlooked Power of State Legislatures - Melissa WalkerThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Melissa Walker, the Head of the Giving Circles Program at the States Project, an organization focused on leveraging the consistently overlooked and massively underestimated power possessed by State legislatures in our system.  On top of being a passionate civic activist, Melissa is a popular author of teen novels and an accomplished magazine contributor.Ready to dive in? Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and YouTubeor on your favorite podcast platform.I wanted to have Melissa o...2025-01-2148 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowUnderstanding Our Role as Shareholders of America | Poppy MacDonaldThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Poppy MacDonald, the President of USAFacts, a non-profit dedicated to empowering the American people with accessible data.  USAFacts publishes a must-read weekly newsletter with over 370K subscribers and has become an important rational, non-partisan voice in our over-polarized political world.  Its “Just the Facts” video series has over 40M views and its detailed reports are educating American citizens, political leaders, and policymakers alike on the truth about America.  Ready to dive in? Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and YouTube or on your favorit...2024-12-1750 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowFrank Rohde – The Financial Innovation Creating an On-Ramp for First Time HomebuyersThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Frank Rohde, the Founder and CEO of Ownify, a company creating a new path to ownership by partnering aspiring first time homebuyers with socially conscious investors.  Frank is a serial entrepreneur with a long track record of success and someone who deeply understands the financial, social, and political barriers standing in the way of widespread, affordable homeownership.    Ready to dive in? Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify...2024-12-1044 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowDaniel Dorfman – The Secret to Helping Renters Build WealthHi Everyone and Welcome Back!This week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Daniel Dorfman, the co-founder and CEO of Roots, a socially conscious real estate company dedicated to helping renters build wealth alongside investors and property owners. Ready to dive in? Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and YouTubeor on your favorite podcast platform.I wanted to have D...2024-12-0341 minThe Hamilton ReviewThe Hamilton ReviewNick Halaris: Author of Profit+ and Host of the Nick Halaris ShowThis week, we are happy to welcome author and podcaster, Nick Halaris to The Hamilton Review Podcast! Nick Halaris is the author of Profit+, a popular newsletter read by over 20,000 mission-driven individuals, and the host of the Nick Halaris Show, a podcast dedicated to sharing the stories of the people who are trying to make the world a better place.  Every week, Nick publishes articles in Profit+ designed to help people pursue success without compromise and sits down with well-known socially conscious entrepreneurs and investors, non-profit leaders, civic activists, political leaders, and authors to explore, h...2024-11-2648 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowYasmina Zaidman – How Entrepreneurship and Patient Capital Can Solve Our Biggest ProblemsThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Yasmina Zaidman, the Chief Development and Partnerships Officer at Acumen, a pioneer and global leader in social impact investing.  Acumen—probably the coolest, most inspiring organization I’ve ever come across—is dedicated to using the power of entrepreneurship and patient capital to solve some of our world’s most intractable issues.  Over the last several decades, they have invested $250M in over 200 companies and have materially improved the lives of an estimated 650M people all over the world. Ready to dive in? Listen to this epi...2024-11-1946 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowSean Devlin – Unlocking the Power of Positive NewsThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Sean Devlin, the founder of Nice News, a daily newsletter read by over 840,000 people.  Each day, Nice News offers readers a different and decidedly more optimistic window into what’s happening in our world than traditional media.  Through carefully curated stories from science, health, and culture, uplifting human interest stories, and inspiring, entertaining links, Nice News presents the positive, inspiring, and hopeful side of modern life.     Ready to dive in? Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, 2024-11-1238 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowNate Helbach – How to Make Real Estate More Sustainable and RegenerativeThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Nate Helbach, the founder and CEO of Neutral, a regenerative development company.  Neutral’s mission is to develop financially responsible, sustainable living spaces that foster healthy lifestyles and friendly neighborhoods.Ready to dive in? Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and YouTube or on your favorite podcast platform.I wanted to have Nate on the sho...2024-10-2953 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowJames Fishback – The Importance of Meritocracy and Open DebateThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring James Fishback, the Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Azoria Partners and the Founder of Incubate Debate.  James, a rising star in the investment world, has become a passionate advocate for meritocracy and open debate. Ready to dive in? Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and YouTube or on your favorite podcast platform. I wanted to have James on the show to hear his latest thinking on markets and the global economy and learn more about his mission to foster more ope...2024-10-221h 23The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEugene Volokh – What’s the Truth about Free Speech in AmericaThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring prominent legal scholar and free speech expert, Eugene Volokh.  Eugene is a Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, the author of The Volokh Conspiracy, a widely read legal blog, and a co-host of the Free Speech Unmuted Podcast.  For thirty years, he has been a professor at the University of California – Los Angeles School of Law, where he has taught First Amendment law, copyright law, criminal law, tort law, and firearms regulation policy. Free speech debates are all the rage today and I wanted to have...2024-10-081h 08The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowDmitri Mehlhorn–Venture Approaches Against FascismHi Everyone and Welcome Back!This week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Dmitri Mehlhorn, the Founder and Executive Director of Oakland Corps, an organization dedicated to standing in solidarity with Oakland-born Kamala Harris.  Dmitri is a prominent Democratic donor and strategist.  Previously, he served as co-founder of Investing in US, a novel group that has deployed venture capital principles to political investing.   I wanted to have Dmitri on the show to learn more abou...2024-10-011h 06The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowDeb Otis – How to Create a Better Election System in AmericaThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Deb Otis, the Director of Research and Policy at FairVote, a nonpartisan organization seeking better elections in America through two key reforms: 1. Ranked choice voting and 2. Proportional representation in Congress.  Deb is a passionate and experienced civic activist and an expert on comparative electoral systems.  I wanted to have Deb on the show to learn more about FairVote’s two big ideas for reforming American elections and understand why she and her colleagues thin...2024-09-2442 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowDara Albright – How to Create a Better, Fairer, and More Equitable Financial WorldThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring fintech educator, investor, and financial literacy advocate, Dara Albright.  Dara is a Board Member of Worthy, a fintech company providing unique fixed-income products for retail investors.  She’s also a newsletter author, podcaster, and frequent media contributor.Ready to dive in? Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and YouTube or on your favorite podcast platform.I wanted to have...2024-09-171h 00The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowPablo Arredondo – How AI can transform and improve our legal systemThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Pablo Arredondo, the Vice President of CoCounsel at Thomson Reuters, an AI-driven legal service that is revolutionizing the industry.  Pablo, one of my closest friends from Stanford Law School, is a legal tech entrepreneur with an incredible track record of success.  He’s been at the forefront of the industry for fifteen years, co-founded Casetext in 2013, which sold to Thompson Reuters earlier this year, and has played a huge role in the development of AI tools for the legal world.       Ready to dive in? Listen t...2024-09-0348 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowSarah Dusseault – How to solve the homelessness crisisThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring my friend Sarah Dusseault, a prominent local civic activist and the lead strategist at LA4LA, a first-of-its-kind government, philanthropy and private sector alliance formed to unlock affordable housing options in Los Angeles at scale and speed.  She’s also my colleague at the Angeleno Project and one of the most dedicated, passionate, and professional civic activists I’ve ever come across. I wanted to have Sarah on the show t...2024-08-201h 16The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowFrancis Barry – What Holds America TogetherHi Everyone and Welcome Back!This week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Francis Barry, the author of “Back Roads and Better Angels,” an important and inspiring new book examining the heart and soul of the American democracy.  Francis, a Bloomberg Opinion columnist and member of the editorial board there, is a sought-after voice for those seeking more rational and civil discourse and has an impressive track record working to make America a better place as a journalist, speechwriter, and advisor to former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg.  I...2024-08-0649 min\"The Cognitive Revolution" | AI Builders, Researchers, and Live Player AnalysisZooming Out on AI, from the Nick Halaris ShowNathan Labenz joins the Nick Halaris Show to discuss the current AI landscape, balancing enthusiasm with critical analysis. This episode of The Cognitive Revolution explores AI's transformative potential in medicine, law, and automation, while addressing concerns about safety, control, and geopolitical implications. Join us for an insightful conversation on responsible AI development and its impact on society.Apply to join over 400 founders and execs in the Turpentine Network: https://hmplogxqz0y.typeform.com/to/JCkphVqjRECOMMENDED PODCAST:🎙️ Second Opinion - A new podcast for health-tech insiders from Christina Farr of the S...2024-07-271h 32The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowBarry Lynn – Why antimonopoly policy is so crucial to building a better futureThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Barry Lynn, the Executive Director of the Open Markets Institute, an organization dedicated to using competition policy to build stronger democracies, more just and equitable societies, and more innovative and sustainable economies.  Barry, a highly-regarded journalist, is also the author of 3 important books and a sought-after advisor for politicians on both sides of the aisle concerned about things like supply-chain fragility and the extreme concentration of economic power.I w...2024-07-2354 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowDaniel Hettwer – How to Have Fun While Doing Good in the WorldThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Daniel Hettwer, founder and CEO of Hidden Worlds Entertainment, an innovative company responsible for pioneering the Impactainment industry, where businesses try to do good while having fun.  Daniel, a perfect example of a socially conscious entrepreneur, has an inspiring vision for how to merge our ever-present desire for fun experiences with our deep human needs for meaning, connection, and purpose.      Ready to dive in? Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and YouTube or on your favorite podcast platform.2024-07-1648 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowHow Housing Can Boost Economic Mobility In America | Cristian AhumadaThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Cristian Ahumada, the Executive Director of Holos Communities, one of the leading non-profit affordable housing developers in Southern California.  Cristian, my friend of many years, is one of the most passionate, impact-focused leaders I’ve ever come across and has a decades-long track record of making a positive difference in the world.  He’s developed over 2000 units of affordable housing, is completely dedicated to ending homelessness, and is a highly respected civic leader. Cristian is someone who has...2024-07-091h 13The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowNathan Labenz – The Dark Side of the AI FutureThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Nathan Labenz, a founder of Waymark, a company using AI to help businesses easily make compelling marketing videos, and the host of a very popular AI-focused podcast called Cognitive Revolution. As you all know by now, Nathan is a gifted thinker and communicator, the world’s best AI scout, and one of the most sought-after voices and thought leaders in the industry. In part one of this int...2024-06-2544 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowNathan Labenz – AI’s Revolutionary Potential and the Need for a New Social ContractThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Nathan Labenz, a founder of Waymark, a company using AI to help companies easily make compelling marketing videos, and the host of the Cognitive Revolution podcast.  Nathan, our first guest on the show who went to my high school, has carved out a niche for himself in the crowded online world as an AI scout and is fast becoming one of the most sought-after voices in the industry.  I ha...2024-06-1852 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowYuen-Li Chan – How Technology Can Help Solve the Global Garbage ProblemThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Yuen-Li Chan, the COO of Phoenix Waste Solutions.  Yuen-Li and her business partner Tamara Webb have patented a zero-fuel waste disposal apparatus that turns trash into ash and energy. The Phoenix can thermally degrade unsorted municipal solid waste without using any fuel and produce 98% less greenhouse gasses than landfills or incinerators. It can process 5 to 8 tons per day at less than half the cost of landfill tipping fees. I wa...2024-06-1150 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowTracy Gray – The Crucial Role That Capital Can Play in Creating a More Equitable WorldThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Tracy Gray, the Founder and Managing Partner of The 22 Fund.  Tracy is an innovator and visionary leader passionate about justice and dedicated to building a more equitable world.  Her fund is incredibly unique, not only in its socially conscious intent but also in its investment strategy. I wanted to have Tracy on the show to shine a big spotlight on the important work she’s doing with The 22 Fund and get her views on wh...2024-06-0439 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowZach Rausch – Why smartphones and social media are bad for kidsThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Zach Rausch, an Associate Research Scientist at NYU-Stern School of Business and the lead researcher for social psychologist Jonathan Haidt’s new book “The Anxious Generation.”  Zach’s research for the book, both convincing and frightening, marks a major contribution to an ongoing conversation about the health of our kids and, ultimately, our nation.I wanted to have Zach on the show to highlight the important ideas outlined in “The Anxious...2024-05-211h 14The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEvan Armstrong – Will the Moral Tech Billionaire Please Stand UpThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Evan Armstrong, the author of the popular Napkin Math newsletter and the lead writer for Every, a technology publication focused on the intersection of AI, finance, and business.  Evan regularly writes thought-provoking, extensively researched, original articles on the most important trends and issues in the tech world.  His Napkin Math newsletter has become a must-read for executives, venture capitalists, technologists, and investors around the world and something I always look forward to reading.I wanted to have Evan on the show to highlight his important and compelling wr...2024-05-1446 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowDanielle DiMartino Booth – Why the Fed is Bad for AmericaThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Danielle DiMartino Booth, the CEO and Chief Strategist at QI Research.  She is an economist, thought leader, and former Federal Reserve insider, the author of Fed Up: An Insider’s Take on Why the Federal Reserve is Bad for America and The Daily Feather newsletter, and one of the most widely followed, most respected voices in global economics and finance.  I wanted to have Danielle on the show to get her take on what’s happening in the economy and explore her provocative ideas on why the Fed ma...2024-05-0731 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowWhat's really happening on the frontlines of the border crisis | Erin HughesThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Erin Hughes, the co-founder and Executive Director of Solidarity Engineering, an organization dedicated to using engineering to protect the public health of communities in crisis.  They got their start back in 2020 by providing clean water and sanitation facilities at asylum-seeker camps that formed as a result of the controversial Remain in Mexico policy.  Now, they are providing humanitarian support at camps across the US-Mexico border and around the region.  Their primary focus is on water, sanitation, and hygiene programs, but the...2024-04-3052 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowUsing science to reimagine society and solve our biggest problems | Robin HansonThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Robin Hanson, an economics professor at George Mason University, the author of several fascinating books and the popular “Overcoming Bias” newsletter, and a true maverick, polymath thinker.  He has an incredible body of work and has studied and written about everything from AI and aliens to the psychology of bias and decision-making to how we can use betting markets to improve our society.  As you’ll hear in the episode, he’s even envisioned provocative ideas on how we might reimagine the idea of money itself and has proposed alternativ...2024-04-231h 06The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowPractical ideas for preventing mass gun violence | Katherine SchweitThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Katherine Schweit, a former FBI agent and one of the most influential gun violence advocates in the country.  She conducted the first mass shooter study while at the FBI, is the founder and co-host of the Stop the Killing Podcast, and is the author of two really important books—“Stop the Killing” and “How to Talk About Guns With Anyone.”  And she’s just getting started.  With a Ted Talk coming soon and a forthcomi...2024-04-161h 22The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowHow America can thrive in the emerging new world order | Dee SmithThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Dee Smith, the Founder and CEO of the Strategic Insight Group, a global intelligence firm with a decades-long track record investigating the most important issues in the world.  Dee is a geopolitical expert, author, educator, and entrepreneur who advises some of the world’s most influential investors and business leaders.  He’s also one of the most fascinating people I’ve ever met and a very kind and humble individual. I wanted to have Dee...2024-04-091h 19The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowHow to help stop the most evil thing in the world | Matt MurphyThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Matt Murphy, a former Green Beret and the President of the Sentinel Foundation, an innovative non-profit working to save kids from the horrors of child trafficking.  Matt, a warrior, patriot, father, and now non-profit leader, exemplifies everything we care about here at Profit+ and The Nick Halaris Show.  After courageously serving America on the front lines of the war on terror, he has now dedicated himself to the hard work of the fight against child trafficking. 2024-03-2659 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowWhy re-industrialization is just one piece of the puzzle to revitalize America | Julius KreinThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Julius Krein, the founder and editor of the American Affairs Journal.  Julius is an incredibly deep thinker, a patriot, and someone who has dedicated his life to advocating for a better America.  He launched the American Affairs Journal to provide an antidote to the dumbed-down, overly partisan forums of conventional media.  On account of his eloquence and the quality of his thinking, Julius is fast becoming one of the most important public policy voices in the world today.  ...2024-03-191h 10Forward GuidanceForward GuidanceNick Halaris: Commercial Real Estate Hanging In There Despite "Crushing" Interest Rate ShockFinally, you can easily access Bitcoin in a low-cost ETF with the VanEck Bitcoin Trust (HODL). Visit https://vaneck.com/HODLFG to learn more.VanEck Bitcoin Trust (HODL) Prospectus: https://vaneck.com/hodlprospectus/Nick Halaris, President of Metros Capital, returns to Forward Guidance to update viewers on real estate situation in the U.S. Though the rapid rise in interest rates has rendered many commercial real estate (CRE) deals uneconomic, the fundamentals in multi-family (i.e. apartments) remain strong, notes Halaris, in part due to high levels of immigration. Nonetheless, many new deals are being...2024-03-141h 04The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowThe pressing need for transparency, accountability, and competition in our economy | Wolf RichterThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Wolf Richter, the publisher of the Wolf Street Website.  Wolf is an incredible financial mind and his site has become one of the go-to sources for those on global Wall Street seeking sophisticated, in-depth, and independent analysis of economic trends and market dynamics.  I stumbled across Wolf Street several years ago and was blown away both by the quality of Wolf’s content and the sheer volume.  Every single day, Wolf releases several articles with detailed analysis, helpful charts and table...2024-03-121h 23The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowHow to level the playing field for college access in America | Ibert SchultzThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring non-profit leader, Ibert Schultz.  Ibert is the Executive Director of Black College Success, an organization committed to increasing opportunities through college access and career success for Black high school students.  He’s a dedicated activist and public servant with a long, diverse track record of success working to create a better world.  He’s also a great friend.  We met a few years ago while volunteering for our kids’ school and became fast friends, bonding over many things, especially our shared val...2024-03-051h 19The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowHow to make immigration work for America | Jack MaldeThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring immigration policy expert, Jack Malde.  Jack is a Senior Policy Analyst at the Bipartisan Policy Center, a think tank dedicated to promoting compromise and political solutions that will improve the lives of Americans.  He’s also the co-host of the “This Week In Immigration” podcast, a show that is fast becoming my go-to source for real-time news and in-depth analysis of all the developments and issues of the immigration debate.  Obvious...2024-02-271h 00Lead-Lag LiveLead-Lag LiveNick Halaris on Navigating the New Realities of Real Estate Investment and the Rise of Property TokenizationGet ready to unlock the secrets of real estate investment in a market that's been through a seismic shift since the financial crisis. Joining me, Michael Gayed, is the astute investor and content creator Nick Halaris, who left his mark in law and consulting to conquer the property investment world. Our conversation navigates through the treacherous waters of macroeconomic changes and the tidal wave of institutional investment that has rewritten the playbook for housing markets, both single-family and multifamily. With Nick's expertise, we untangle the complex interplay of market forces, political debate, and the looming shadow of legislative action...2024-02-2341 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowWhy Primary Reform Can Save Our Democracy | Nick TroianoThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring civic entrepreneur, Nick Troiano.  Nick is the founder and Executive Director of Unite America, a philanthropic venture fund focused on nonpartisan election reform, and the author of a very important new book, The Primary Solution.  I had the opportunity to read an advance copy of the book to prepare for the interview and I was blown away.  For all those who are concerned about our democracy this is a must-read and a meaningful contribution to the cau...2024-02-2055 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowWhy addressing the housing crisis is so critical to America's future | Laura FooteThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring civic leader, Laura Foote.  Laura is a Founder and the Executive Director of Yimby Action, an innovative non-profit pro-housing advocacy organization.  From humble beginnings organizing pro-housing campaigns in San Francisco, Laura and her colleagues at Yimby Action have become some of the most powerful voices in the local political battles over housing that are raging across the country.   As a civic activist with an impressive track record of success, she’s fast becoming one of the most important voices for those...2024-01-3055 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowHow to Solve the Big Problems of Modern Democracy | Leonora CamnerThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring civic leader, Leonora Camner.  Leonora is the Executive Director of ClimateSafe Villages, an innovative non-profit focused on helping communities build resilience, and the former Executive Director of Abundant Housing LA.  As a civic activist with an impressive track record of success, she’s fast becoming one of the most important voices for those looking to make the world a better place.  When I reached out to Leonora to invite her to the show...2024-01-231h 06The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 36: Why business leaders must embrace the responsibilities of citizenship | Michael KellyThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring civic leader, Michael Kelly.  Michael is the Executive Director of the Drucker Institute and the longtime leader of the LA Coalition for the Economy and Jobs, an innovative civic activist group here in Los Angeles.  With a long history working at the intersection of government and business, he has an impressive track record as a passionate advocate for practical, progressive solutions to the big problems of our day.     When I joined the LA Coalition back in the pre-pandemic days, Michael and I became fast friends over a share...2024-01-161h 20The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 35: Why Focusing On Relationships Can Supercharge Your LifeThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring relationship expert Barb Betts. Barb is a popular keynote speaker, the host of the Relationships are your Superpower Podcast, where I recently had the honor to make an appearance, and a very successful real estate entrepreneur. When I met Barb, and learned her story and the inspiring contours of her message around the immense value of relationships in business and life, I knew our discussion would make for an interesting podcast.We may live in an era where genuine connection has...2024-01-0958 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 34: How to win the battle against addiction | Will HouseThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring social entrepreneur Will House. Will is the founder and CEO of Oberit, an innovative new company using AI, neuroscience, and incentives to help people overcome addiction. When I met Will and heard his inspiring story of redemption, I knew instantly I had to have him on the show as his willingness to be vulnerable is manifesting incredibly positive results in the world. Addiction is one of these issues that we all “know about” but, for some reason, tend not to talk too much about. But it is a staggering glob...2023-12-1955 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 33: How to solve the housing crisis | Scott EpsteinThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring civic activist Scott Epstein.  Scott is the Director of Policy and Research for Abundant Housing LA, an innovative pro-housing advocacy group making waves here in California, a former candidate for city council here in Los Angeles, and a lifelong social justice and housing activist. I wanted to have Scott on the show to learn about what he’s seeing on the front lines in the fight against NIMBY forces, explore his vision for how we might fix our broken housing market, and highlight the important work he and...2023-12-121h 20The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 32: How impact investors are using Wall Street principles in the battle against poverty | Debbie La FranchiThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring impact investor, Debbie La Franchi.  Debbie is the founder and CEO of SDS Capital Group, an impact fund with over $1B of investments and a 20-year track record of success.  A lot of people these days talk about impact, but Debbie and her colleagues at SDS actually walk the walk as well.  They have been making strategic investments at the leading edge of two of the most important initiatives in America today.  Their funds address both the housing affordability crisis and the attempt to revitalize the manufacturing sector.        I wante...2023-12-051h 17Fearless Family BusinessFearless Family BusinessE141: Achieving Impactful Citizenship with Nick HalarisIn this episode of the Flow Over Fear podcast, Adam Hill sits down with Nick Halaris for an insightful discussion on overcoming fears related to finance, success, and achieving your full potential.Nick shares his remarkable journey from law school to building multiple eight-figure businesses and investing in real estate. He provides valuable lessons learned along the way and practical advice for developing a "healthy relationship with money." Listen in as Nick navigates fears around the current economic uncertainty and offers tips for rising above fear. If you want to realize your full potential in leadership and...2023-11-2853 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 31: Lessons learned from investing in a better future | Pavel SokolovskyThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring entrepreneur, angel investor, and the author of the P.S. You Should Know Newsletter, Pavel Sokolovsky.  Pavel has an impressive track record in business and investing and is someone I talk to regularly to compare notes on the world, expand my horizon, and challenge my assumptions.  I always walk away from our discussions with some new perspectives and ideas. Pavel is someone who has thought deeply about entrepreneurship and the art of investing and I wanted to have him on the show to highlight some of the ide...2023-11-281h 03The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 30: How to Make the Fashion Industry Sustainable | Eliana Konsker and Brigitte CantyThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring two inspiring civic entrepreneurs—Eliana Konsker and Brigitte Canty—the co-Founders of Zero, an ecommerce marketplace for sustainable fashion brands.  Frustrated by a world that always seems to push sustainability all the way back to consumer choice, Ellie and Brigitte are working to build a product that will actually change industry standards from the inside out.  Their company Zero is focused on promoting fashion brands dedicated to holistic sustainability.    Ready to dive in? Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify...2023-11-1455 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 29: Why preserving the rule of law is the key to America's future | Rep. Dan GoldmanHi Everyone and Welcome Back!This week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring another of my old law school friends, Congressman Dan Goldman.  Dan is someone who has dedicated his life to public service and has inspiring track record fighting to preserve the rule of law in this country.  He currently represents New York’s 10th District in the House of Representatives and has worked as an Assistant US Attorney in New York and as a criminal justice reformer for the better part of two decades.  For those who follow American politics closely, you’ll also re...2023-11-0743 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 28: How Technology Can Play a Key Role in Criminal Justice Reform | Michelle MbekeaniThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring another inspiring civic entrepreneur, Michelle Mbekeani.  Michelle is a prosecutor, criminal justice advocate, and the founder and CEO of Period, a subscription based digital platform that gives incarcerated people access to free legal service and advocacy for innocence and post-conviction relief.  I wanted to have her on the show to learn more about the justice reform movement and to highlight her mission with Period. With 2.3M people in prison, the US has the largest incarcerated population in the world, larger even than China, which has 1.65M prisoners and...2023-10-311h 16The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 27: How financial innovation might save the American Dream | Kent KeirseyWe are launching something new this week on The Nick Halaris Show—a new series called Civic Spotlights, where we will feature entrepreneurs, activists, leaders, and artists who are working to make the world a better place.  The idea here with Civic Spotlights is to shine a light on all the inspiring people doing good work in the world to drive awareness and inspire others to join the movement.Our first guest is my friend Kent Keirsey, a serial entrepreneur, civic activist, and military veteran.  Kent is the President and Co-Founder of Acre, an innovative company dedicated to p...2023-10-241h 19The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 26: What have we learned so far? | AMA Session with Guest Host John NjokuThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are welcoming back our guest host John Njoku for another tables turned ask me anything episode.  As you all know, we’ve had some rather interesting guests on the show over the past few months and with everything going-on in the world right now, I figured it would be a great time to reflect on some of the big themes and issues we’ve uncovered.  John came prepared, as usual, with a bunch of interesting questions and perspectives.  In this wide-ranging conversation, we discuss: ·     ...2023-10-171h 11The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 25: The Secrets to Big Life Pivots and How to Find Freedom | Jamie GruberThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring personal transformation expert Jamie Gruber.  Jamie is an entrepreneur, multifamily investor, mastermind leader, and the host of the popular Tribe of Millionaires Podcast.  Several years ago, Jamie quit his high-paying corporate job to pursue his entrepreneurial dreams and has since become a passionate messenger for others seeking to make big pivots in life.  Whether through the podcast or his work with the Gobundance mastermind group, Jamie is on a mission to help as many people as possible escape unfulfilling jobs and careers to pursue lives filled with meaning, authenticity, and...2023-10-1059 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 24: How to Become an Impact Driven Leader | Tyler DickerhoofThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring leadership guru Tyler Dickerhoof.  Tyler is an entrepreneur with a very impressive track record and the host of the popular Impact Driven Leader Podcast.  As you’ll see in this episode, his diverse experiences in industries like agriculture, fitness, and network marketing give him a unique and compelling perspective on what good leadership looks like. I wanted to have Tyler on the show to pick-up on our examination of the principles of leadership.  For anyone serious about citizenship and having an authentic impact in the world, learning how to...2023-10-031h 08The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 23: How to rise above fear and transform your life | Adam HillWe’re switching gears this week on The Nick Halaris Show and diving into a topic that our regular Profit+ readers will be very familiar with—fear. Our guest is popular speaker and podcaster, Adam Hill, an expert in personal transformation and a leading voice for those hoping to establish a better relationship with fear in their lives.  He’s the host of the Flow Over Fear Podcast, where I’ll be making an appearance soon, and the author of “Shifting Gears,” a bestselling book that chronicles his journey from struggling alcoholic to world class triathlete.  W...2023-09-2658 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 22: Navigating a Degenerative Political System | Demetri KofinasGreetings Everyone,This week on the Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Demetri Kofinas, the creator and the host of Hidden Forces, one of the most thoughtful and popular podcasts in the world today.  Demetri spends his days engaging with big issues and ideas and talking with some of the smartest, most influential people in the world.  Because he embraces things like complexity, uncertainty, and nuance, his show Hidden Forces is one that stands out from the crowd and one that I highly recommend. I wanted to have Demetri on the show to get...2023-09-1956 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 21: How to Use Failure to Fast Track Entrepreneurial Growth | Nick HiterThis week on the Nick Halaris Show we are featuring serial entrepreneur and popular media personality, Nick Hiter.   Nick is the founder of Team Hiter, a business focused on helping entrepreneurs drive growth, the host of The Hitstreak Podcast and the voice of SiriusXM’s “Y”allternative radio station. I wanted to have Nick on the show to explore his thoughts on success, entrepreneurship, and service.  Nick has had quite an interesting journey in life.  After trying to make it in the major leagues, he found early success as an entrepreneur only to watch it all crumbl...2023-09-1252 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 20: How Better Leaders Create Better Cultures | Anton GunnGreetings Everyone.This week on the Nick Halaris Show we are featuring popular keynote speaker and leadership consultant, Anton Gunn.  Through a long, diverse, and impressive career in both business and public service, Anton has become a leading voice for organizations looking to build world class cultures.  He has deep experience as a public servant—as a former State Representative in South Carolina and as a Senior Advisor to President Obama—has written several bestselling books on leadership—“The Presidential Principles” and “Just Lead”—and inspires audiences almost every week of the year as a keynote speaker.I...2023-09-051h 13The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 19: Darius DaleOur summer finance series continues.  Up next is Darius Dale, the Founder and CEO of 42 Macro, an investment research firm focused on democratizing institutional-grade macro risk management frameworks and processes.  Armed with his passion for economics and markets, his incredible financial mind, and the noble mission behind 42 Macro, Darius has become a rising star in global finance.  He’s amassed a huge following and has become a sought-after voice for his clients and followers around the world who are trying to understand the fast-moving, ever-evolving macro landscape. There are a bunch of reasons I wanted to have Darius...2023-08-2959 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 18: How being a Maverick Can Change Your Life | Jim RogersWe are joined this week by legendary investor, author, and world record holder Jim Rogers.  Not only does Jim have one of the best investment track records in history, he also has one of the most diverse.  He found success early as an institutional hedge fund manager in tough years of the 1970’s, made bold moves in commodities markets, and was one of the first to recognize and capitalize on the tremendous opportunities of rising Asia.  He’s famous also as an adventurer and his trips around the world—one by motorcycle and one by car—are now the stuff of Wa...2023-08-2248 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 17: Mike GreenOur summer finance series continues.  Up next is Mike Green, the Chief Strategist of Simplify Asset Management and the author of what most investment professionals consider to be a must-read weekly newsletter.  Mike is a very sophisticated global macro investor with an incredible track record and is one of the most respected thought leaders in global finance.  As you’ll see in this episode, he has a knack for taking very complex ideas and explaining them in ways we can actually understand.I wanted to have Mike on the show because he has some reall...2023-08-151h 11The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 16: Isaac SaulWelcome Back EveryoneWe’re taking a break from our summer finance series this week to cover an equally important topic—the proliferation of bias in the media.  Our guest today is Isaac Saul, the creator of Tangle, a popular daily newsletter and podcast that seeks to provide independent, non-partisan coverage of American politics.  Over the last several years, Isaac has built up an impressive following of over 65,000 daily readers and has become one of the most important voices for media reform in the world. I wanted to have Isaac on the show because I think h...2023-08-0852 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 15: Simon MikhailovichThis week we are kicking off our summer finance series.  Our guest today is Simon Mikhailovich. Simon is the founder of the Bullion Reserve and is a contrarian investor with a very impressive long-term track record.  He’s also one of the most popular financial commentators in the world.  I wanted to have Simon on the show because I think he has an important message to share.  Simon is someone who worked at the highest levels of our global financial system and by all measures achieved success.  But along the way he saw some things that were so conc...2023-08-011h 06The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 14: Martin WolfThis week we are kicking off our summer finance series and I couldn’t imagine a better way to start.  We are joined by legendary financial journalist Martin Wolf, the Chief Economics Commentator for the Financial Times and one of the most influential economic commentators in the world today, for a deep dive discussion about his rather important new book “The Crisis of Democratic Capitalism.”   As you all know, this is a book I’m highly recommending and my gut is telling me you will feel the same after listening to this episode.I am so honored to have Mar...2023-07-2559 minThe Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 13: Raúl TorrezIn this episode, Nick welcomes Raul Torrez, the Attorney General for the State of New Mexico, for an important conversation about the rapidly evolving legal landscape in America.  Nick and Raul discuss big issues like criminal justice reform, immigration policy, and voting rights and examine the legal, political, and constitutional contours of the big debates of the day.  Raul shares powerful ideas for why we should start thinking differently about some of America’s most intractable public policy problems.You can follow @NickHalaris on Instagram and Twitter for all the Nick Halaris Show Updates.  To receive Nick's weekl...2023-07-181h 01The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 12: John Njoku and Ellie KonskerFor this week’s episode we have something fun on deck.  The tables are turned again with my friend John Njoku back as a guest host.  This time, he is also joined by Eliana Konsker, whose many roles include being a producer of the Nick Halaris Show.  Ellie is also a key member of the Metros Capital Team and the founder of Shop Zero, an online platform focused on sustainable, luxury fashion.  The idea behind this episode was to have a conversation to review the launch of the podcast and explore some of the most interesting ideas that c...2023-07-111h 38The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 12: Lola WoetzelIn this episode, Nick welcomes Lola Woetzel, a longtime Senior Partner at McKinsey & Company and a Director of the McKinsey Global Institute. Nick and Lola discuss evolving dynamics in the global economy, what’s happening in China today, the potential impacts of AI, and much, much more. Lola shares the stories behind her lifelong fascination with China and her commitment to public service. Nick and Lola explore her courageous personal journey. You can follow @NickHalaris on Instagram and Twitter for all the Nick Halaris Show Updates. To receive Nick's weekly Profit+ Newsletter subscribe at PROFIT+2023-07-111h 46The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 11: Afam OnyemaIn this episode, Nick welcomes Afam Onyema, a co-founder and CEO of the GEANCO Foundation, an organization saving and transforming lives in Africa. Nick and Afam discuss GEANCO’s inspiring mission, the surprising entrepreneurial nature of non-profit work, and the important role that celebrities and Hollywood can play in fundraising. Afam reveals a powerful vision for leadership and shares how to create a life of meaning through a commitment to service. You can follow @NickHalaris on Instagram and Twitter for all the Nick Halaris Show Updates. To receive Nick's weekly Profit+ Newsletter subscribe at  PROFIT+Conn...2023-06-271h 29The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 10: Jeremy WeberIn this episode, Nick welcomes Jeremy Weber, a prominent personal brand strategist and a Founding Member of the Brand Builders Group.  Nick and Jeremy discuss the ins and outs of the emerging field of personal branding, the origin story for BBG, a consultancy focused on mission-driven messengers, and BBG’s powerful process for discovering an individual’s uniqueness.  Jeremy shares how challenging inflection points in his life led him to discover what he was meant to do.You can follow @NickHalaris on Instagram and Twitter for all the Nick Halaris Show Updates.  To receive Nick's weekly Profit+ Newslet...2023-06-201h 32The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 09: Lauren MeisterOur guest this week is Lauren Meister, a current city council member and former mayor of the City of West Hollywood. Nick and Lauren discuss the interesting dynamics at play in local politics and examine the role cities can play in the big political debates of the day. Lauren shares her inspiring civic origin story, detailing how she went from neighborhood watch to becoming an elected official of one of the most competitive local jurisdictions in the country. Lauren reveals her vision for a government that is focused on taking care of the needs of the people. ‌2023-06-131h 29The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 08: Jon BergIn this episode, Nick welcomes Hollywood producer Jon Berg, the current President of Production at Stampede Ventures and a creative force behind legendary films such as Elf, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, Justice League, Edge of Tomorrow, and The Dark Knight Rises. Nick and Jon discuss evolving business dynamics in Hollywood, the entrepreneurial nature of the producer role, the art of storytelling, and the greatest superhero movie of all time. Jon shares how his passion for storytelling and movies coupled with some entrepreneurial grit helped him rise from the mailroom to the heights of the industry. You can follow @N...2023-06-061h 26The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 07: Cynthia Mitchell-HeardIn this episode, Nick welcomes Cynthia Mitchell-Heard, a longtime civic leader and the current COO of the Los Angeles Urban League to the show. Nick and Cynthia discuss her long career fighting for diversity, equity, and inclusion and explore the origin story for her commitment to service. Cynthia reveals a definition for equity and offers ideas on what it will actually take to create systemic change. You can follow @NickHalaris on Instagram and Twitter for all the Nick Halaris Show Updates. To receive Nick's weekly Profit+ Newsletter subscribe at  PROFIT+Connect with Nick Halaris: ...2023-05-301h 17The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 06: Patrick DykstraIn this episode, Nick welcomes his friend Patrick Dykstra, an ocean adventurer, award winning cameraman and documentary film and TV series star, to the show.  Nick and Patrick discuss what life is like travelling the globe in search of encounters with dwindling and elusive populations of the world’s most interesting animals.  Pat shares how he achieved financial independence in order to chase his dreams and reveals the origin and evolution of his unique Happy Minutes life philosophy. You can follow @NickHalaris on Instagram and Twitter for all the Nick Halaris Show Updates.  To receive Nick's weekly Profit...2023-05-231h 22The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 05: David RabieIn this episode, Nick welcomes David Rabie, the founder and CEO of Tovala, a venture-backed company revolutionizing the food industry.  Nick and David discuss the ins and outs of the business, examine issues in the food supply chain, and explore dynamics in the venture capital world.  David reveals some unexpected leadership lessons learned from managing a high-growth startup in unusual and challenging times. You can follow @NickHalaris on Instagram and Twitter for all the Nick Halaris Show Updates.  To receive Nick's weekly Profit+ Newsletter subscribe at https://nickhalaris.beehiiv.com/Connect with Nick Hala...2023-05-161h 06The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 04: Ana GuerreroIn this episode, Nick welcomes his friend and prominent civic leader, Ana Guerrero, to the show.  Nick and Ana continue the exploration of the role that service plays in crafting a meaningful life, discuss the fascinating origins for her passionate commitment to public service, and examine what life was like as the first female and minority Chief of Staff to a big city mayor.  Ana reveals powerful leadership lessons and an inspiring vision for government.   You can follow @NickHalaris on Instagram and Twitter for all the Nick Halaris Show Updates.  To receive Nick's weekly Profit+ Newsl...2023-05-091h 16The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 02: Jack FarleyThis week, Nick welcomes Jack Farley, the host of the popular Forward Guidance podcast, to discuss the economy, market dynamics, and the art of investing.  Nick uncovers how Jack's passionate curiosity for economics, finance, history, and investing launched him at a young age into his thriving career as an influential financial journalist and commentator.You can follow @NickHalaris on Instagram and Twitter for all the Nick Halaris Show Updates.  To receive Nick's weekly Profit+ Newsletter subscribe at https://nickhalaris.beehiiv.com/Connect with Nick Halaris: Nick Halaris website and newletter (sign up!) ...2023-05-021h 13The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 03: John NjokuThis week, Nick asks his longtime friend and fellow entrepreneur, John Njoku, to join the show as a guest host.  The tables are turned in this wide-ranging conversation as John asks Nick for his views on the economy and markets and explores the origin story behind Nick's Profit+ newsletter and the Nick Halaris Show.You can follow @NickHalaris on Instagram and Twitter for all the Nick Halaris Show Updates.  To receive Nick's weekly Profit+ Newsletter subscribe at https://nickhalaris.beehiiv.com/Connect with Nick Halaris: Nick Halaris website and newletter (si...2023-05-021h 20The Nick Halaris ShowThe Nick Halaris ShowEpisode 01: Miguel SantanaFor the Nick Halaris Show opener, Nick welcomes Miguel Santana--a prominent civic activist in Los Angeles and the CEO of the Weingart Foundation. Nick and Miguel discuss everything from the origins of the homelessness crisis to racism in housing policy to political corruption in Los Angeles and unpack how Miguel has crafted a life of meaning around his passion and commitment to public service.Facebook: Facebook.com/weingartfoundation LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/company/weingart-foundationWebsite: https://weingartfnd.org/Twitter: @Weingart_Fnd Miguel’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miguel-a-santana-54860824/You can follow @NickHalaris on Instagram and Twitter for all...2023-04-271h 34Forward GuidanceForward GuidanceCommercial Real Estate Is In Serious Trouble | Nick HalarisNick Halaris, President of real estate investment firm Metros Capital, joins Jack to share insight on the challenges commercial real estate faces after a surge in interest rates and the fall of two U.S. banks. The phrase “commercial real estate” is a catch-all terms that refers to offices, apartment buildings (“multi-family”), retail, and industrial spaces. Unlike residential real estate, which is typically financed with long-term fixed-rate mortgages, a lot of commercial real estate was financed with floating rate debt, which means that as interest rates rose last year, the interest expense of some commerci...2023-03-301h 08Raoul Pal: The Journey ManRaoul Pal: The Journey ManThe Metaverse Is Made for Big Brands From Any WorldJust how big could the metaverse get? We could be talking about “a multi-trillion-dollar industry,” according to Samuel Huber, who notes that many real-world revenue streams can be replicated in the digital world. Huber, the CEO of LandVault, joins Nick Halaris of Metros Capital to talk about virtual real estate in the metaverse and the future of big brands in this "next phase of the internet." LandVault, a metaverse builder, recently merged with Admix, a virtual world advertising company, to create a one-stop metaverse solution for brands. With a background in gaming, Huber’s passion is creating a future where...2022-07-1817 minReal Vision: Finance & InvestingReal Vision: Finance & InvestingThe Next Big Trade - Nick Halaris Explains Why He’s Still Bullish on the U.S. Housing MarketHere’s a full-length episode from Real Vision's original series, The Next Big Trade - be sure to subscribe. The U.S. housing market boomed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Demand surged, as low interest rates fed a desire to find more space. What happens now, with the average 30-year mortgage rate up to 5.5% from 3.0% at the beginning of 2022? Nick Halaris of Metros Capital believes the market will remain resilient, and he explains why in a fascinating episode of The Next Big Trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-06-191h 05Raoul Pal: The Journey ManRaoul Pal: The Journey ManThe Metaverse: What Creates Digital Property Value?SuperWorld is expanding the Metaverse. In SuperWorld, users can buy digital plots of land which correspond to actual locations on Earth. In this interview, Hrish Lotlikar, co-founder and CEO of SuperWorld, and Nick Halaris, president of Metros Capital, explore concepts surrounding digital estate. The number of new projects which fit under the metaverse umbrella seems to be growing by the day. However, as Halaris points out, there seems to be a lack of quality when these projects are compared to Web 2.0. Lotlikar, formerly in the digital production and gaming industry in Los Angeles, is working to merge the metaverse...2022-01-261h 09The Fresh CrEdThe Fresh CrEdThe Fresh CrEd Episode 23: Nick HalarisSpecial guest Nick Halaris joins Craig in this episode. In this episode Craig & Nick discuss Nick's background, what to do next, writing, meditation, life improvement, civic activism, and so much more. A note from Craig about Nick Halaris: "I came to know Nick through his news letter The Profit. Nick is an outstanding writer and his perspective on finance and life drew me in. I look forward to each month to a new edition of The Profit. I was thrilled to have the opportunity to talk with Nick and get his thoughts on business and his...2021-12-061h 11