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No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianMastering Beverly Hills Development: Lessons from Three Power PlayersHow do you assemble hundreds of units in one of the most restrictive markets in the country? In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with developers Alan Nissel, Richie Shamooilian, and Avi Stieglitz, who collectively control over 600 units in the pipeline in Beverly Hills.These three operators break down how they’re:- Navigating entitlement delays and development hurdles- Working with city constraints to unlock density- Avoiding land loans and raising patient capital- Pivoting across asset types and use cases...2025-06-031h 04

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianSanta Monica’s Biggest Private Developer | Adrian Berger & Cypress Equity InvestmentsWhat does it take to scale in one of the hardest development markets in the country? In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with Adrian Berger, Managing Director of Acquisitions at Cypress Equity Investments, who shares how he built his career across four continents and now helps lead ground-up development across Los Angeles.Learn how Adrian and his team are:- Making Santa Monica deals pencil in 2024- Raising capital with creative Co-GP structures- Turning failed listings into 17 closed land deals...2025-05-281h 09

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianThe Man whose rebuilding the Palisades after the fires | James Corr on Los Angeles Luxury DevelopmentIn this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with James Corr, founder of Corr Group, who shares the raw, behind-the-scenes reality of building luxury homes in one of the most volatile real estate markets in recent history. From his roots in Irish construction to flipping multi-million-dollar estates in Los Angeles, James breaks down how he's navigating cost pressure, design expectations, and ultra-wealthy buyer psychology.Learn how top luxury builders are:Managing spec development risk with rising ratesTransitioning from contractor to full-time developerDesigning homes that speak to emotion and lifestyleCollaborating with agents and architects to...2025-05-211h 03

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianThe Man whose rebuilding the Palisades after the fires |James Corr on Los Angeles Luxury DevelopmentAt just 25 years old, he built one of the most iconic homes in Los Angeles — the Avicii House. In this short trailer, we get a glimpse into the vision, design, and precision it took to bring a dream project to life.🔔 Don’t miss out on the latest trends and tips to maximize your property's potential: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaylorAvakian📈 Connect with me:Website: https://www.thegroupcre.com/Email: taylor@thegroupcre.comX: https://x.com/TAYVAY_LinkedIn: https://www.linked...2025-05-2100 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 248: Fascist Attacks on Habeas Corpus; Bob Avakian On the New Socialist Constitution; Hunger Strike For GazaFascist Attacks on Habeas Corpus; Bob Avakian On the New Socialist Constitution; Hunger Strike For Gaza "If this Trump regime is allowed to remain in power, no one will be safe from its fascist rule..." Introduction with co-hosts Sunsara Taylor and Annie Day. The Trump/MAGA regime's fascist attacks on birthright citizenship, habeas corpus... the importance of different parts of society standing up... building now the movement that can defeat fascism. "[W]e need a whole different system, with a whole different Constitution...." Bob Avakian on dissent, protest, ferment...2025-05-191h 03

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianThe Truth About California’s Housing Crisis – And How Smart Investors Profit with John DrachmanHow do you go from leasing broker to co-founding a firm with over $2B in real estate? In this episode of "No Vacancy", Taylor Avakian sits down with John Drachman, co-founder of Waterford Property Company, to break down how he’s leveraging tax-exempt bond financing, institutional partnerships, and entrepreneurial grit to tackle California’s housing crisis.Learn how John:- Went from broker to principal, building a top-tier firm- Acquired market-rate assets using creative public-private financing- Navigates California’s tough regulatory and affordability landscape...2025-05-131h 11

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 246: May Day 2025 – The Trump Fascist Regime Must Go NOW! | Plus: Bob Avakian on CapitalismMay Day 2025 – The Trump Fascist Regime Must Go NOW! | Plus: Bob Avakian on Capitalism Sounds and voices of May Day 2025. Introduction, with co-hosts Sunsara Taylor and Annie Day. The accelerating fascist transformation of US institutions, including Trump's attack on birthright citizenship, due process and other rights enshrined in the US Constitution. Attacks on science and health care. Ominous threats against autistic people that echo Nazi Germany. And the other side – tens of thousands of the decent people, marching, protesting and resisting. What is necessary to defeat the fascist threat to humanity in the short...2025-05-051h 12

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianHow to Build a $1B+ Real Estate Debt Brokerage – Inside Zack Streit's PlaybookWhat does it take to close $460M+ loans and run a high-performing debt advisory firm?In this episode, Zack Streit, founder of Priority Capital, joins Taylor Avakian to break down how he’s built his career—transitioning from the principal side to becoming a full-time debt broker.Learn how Zack:- Went from law school to capital advisory- Closed a $50M hotel conversion deal early in his career- Built Priority Capital during a volatile market- Navigates today’s interest rates, distressed assets, and lender...2025-04-291h 12

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianHe sold his festival to MTV then built 3,000 apartments | Chris Tourtellotte of La Terra DevelopmentHow do the biggest institutional developers navigate real estate cycles and execute billion-dollar projects?Chris Tourtellotte, Managing Director at LaTerra Development, breaks down his approach to mixed-use development, market timing, and working with institutional capital.Learn how Chris:Raised and deployed over $3B in real estate projectsStructures large-scale mixed-use & multifamily developmentsAdapts to interest rate shifts and economic cyclesBalances risk management and aggressive deal-makingSees the future of institutional real estate investmentThis episode dives deep into the challenges and opportunities of large-scale development in today’s...2025-04-151h 03

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 243: #HandsOff Protests & Defeating Trump Fascism; Passover, Gaza & #NeverAgain; Bob Avakian on SocialismEpisode 243: #HandsOff Protests & Defeating Trump Fascism; Passover, Gaza & #NeverAgain; Bob Avakian on Socialism All the many different streams of protest need to be joined together, and rapidly draw in many, many more—to become a massive wave of millions and millions demanding, insisting, determined to make this demand a reality: The Trump Fascist Regime Must Go! – Bob Avakian Introduction, Co-hosts Sunsara Taylor and Annie Day. The past week: a continuing acceleration toward fascist consolidation. And mass outpourings of protest in hundreds of cities across the US. Refuse Fascism and “Trump Must Go”: why...2025-04-141h 00

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianFrom Radio Shack to Gold Billionaire: The Sandi Mann StoryHow do you go from selling mattresses to building a massive real estate portfolio and Billion Dollar Gold Empire? In this episode, Sandi Mann shares his unexpected path—starting in sales at 15, learning the hustle in commercial brokerage, and eventually building a diversified real estate and business empire.Learn how he:- Went from broker to investor, scaling a multimillion-dollar portfolio- Built a real estate strategy that balances cash flow & long-term appreciation- Survived market crashes & financial crises by adapting and evolving- Used cold ca...2025-04-011h 16

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 241: This Is FASCISM & Needs To Be Defeated: Resisting Trump/MAGA Fascism & the Genocide in GazaThis Is FASCISM & Needs To Be Defeated: Resisting Trump/MAGA Fascism & the Genocide in Gaza The show begins with news reports of fascist attacks, from the US to the West Bank: the chilling arrest of Tufts University student Rumeysa Ozturk, the attack on and beating of Hamdan Ballal, Palestinian filmmaker and recent Oscar recipient, by an Israeli lynch mob, and finally, the extralegal deportations of hundreds of legal immigrants from Venezuela – to a hellhole torture prison in El Salvador. AND, Bob Avakian on the need to reach out to all who are outraged by Trump MAG...2025-03-311h 02

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianWhy Institutional Investors Are Leaving LA for Business-Friendly Markets | Daniel MenseHow are investors adapting to California’s challenging real estate market?Daniel Mense, managing partner at KH Equities, breaks down how his firm scaled to 1,000 units and $300M in assets, why he’s shifting focus to the Carolinas, and the challenges of navigating rent control, affordability regulations, and market volatility in Los Angeles. Learn how investors are:- Expanding beyond California to business-friendly markets- Structuring creative financing deals to scale portfolios- Converting market-rate apartments into affordable housing- Understanding the risks of rent control & evic...2025-03-1953 min

All Things Real Estate with Ari WintraubHow to Win Deals: As a Buyer or as a Broker, Getting back to BasicsTaylor Avakian is the youngest, most ambitious, and successful guy I know selling apartment buildings in LA. After introducing the show and myself Ep 1 & 2, I am excited to have my first guest on All Things Real Estate. Taylor Avakian shares his journey from making hundreds of cold calls a day to becoming a top multifamily broker in Los Angeles. As a former pro-athlete, he explains it’s the base hits and daily routines that help you win, and why he prefers selling commercial over residential real estate. Hear insights on what helps you get the proper...2025-03-141h 04

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 238: Trump Attacks/Democrats Sulk... NO! There's A New Way, A New Communism & A New Bob Avakian InterviewTrump Attacks/Democrats Sulk... NO! There's A New Way, A New Communism & A New Bob Avakian Interview Introduction. Andy Zee discusses Bob Avakian's statement: Trump’s fascist rule, like Hitler’s before him, is a regime of horrors—and is completely illegitimate. Groups and organizations, including RefuseFascism.org, rally in opposition to Trump/MAGA Fascism on March 4, 2025—in DC and across the U.S. Why is it so important to you personally, and to the revolution that you're fighting for, to consistently tell people the truth—even when people don't want to hear it...2025-03-1053 min

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianWhat CA needs to Change after the Fires: Joseph Soleiman on Real Estate & LA WildfiresHow do investors rebuild after disaster and navigate California’s strict regulations? In this episode of No Vacancy with Taylor Avakian, Joseph Soleiman—professor, attorney, and real estate investor—shares his firsthand experience of losing his community to wildfires and the challenges of rebuilding in today’s market.Learn how investors are:Navigating California’s strict housing policiesAdapting to rising insurance costs and environmental risksFinding opportunities in distressed properties and non-performing loansUnderstanding the impact of political shifts on real estate investmentEvaluating the future of adaptive reuse and commercial-to-residential conversionsFeaturing insights from Joseph Soleiman on the legal...2025-03-051h 12

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianRebuilding After Disaster: Pacific Palisades Local on Real Estate & LA Wildfires | Joseph SoleimanHow do investors rebuild after disaster and navigate California’s strict regulations? In this episode of No Vacancy with Taylor Avakian, Joseph Soleiman—professor, attorney, and real estate investor—shares his firsthand experience of losing his community to wildfires and the challenges of rebuilding in today’s market.Learn how investors are:- Navigating California’s strict housing policies- Adapting to rising insurance costs and environmental risks- Finding opportunities in distressed properties and non-performing loans- Understanding the impact of political shifts on real estate investment- Evaluating the future of adaptive reuse and commercial-to-residential conversionsFeaturing insights f...2025-03-041h 12

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 237: Bob Avakian On the New Communism | International Women's Day, 2025 | & Defeating Trump/MAGA FascismEpisode 237: Bob Avakian On the New Communism | International Women's Day, 2025 | & Defeating Trump/MAGA Fascism Introduction with Annie Day. Trump's latest moves toward consolidating a fascist form of rule – and the protests planned for March 4 and March 8. The Bob Avakian Interviews 2025, a rough cut of the first two questions of Part 2. Sunsara Taylor, with a challenge for International Women's Day. Refuse Fascism has called for nationwide protests March 8: Stop the War on Women and LGBTQ People! The Fascist Trump Regime Must Go! In the Name of Humanity, We Refuse to Accept a Fa...2025-03-0347 min

No 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 11

Deal Flow FridayDFF & No Vacancy Collab! : Taylor Avakian - The CRE Group & Farhan Mahmood - Trion PropertiesDeal Flow Friday & No Vacancy Collab! On This weeks episode of Deal Flow Friday, David Moghavem sits with Taylor Avakian, Founder of The Group CRE and host of No Vacancy Podcast, along with Farhan Mahmood, Partner at Trion Properties, to discuss the latest opportunities in Multifamily Real Estate. Microchapters:0:00 Teaser & Intro1:11 Introduction to Farhan & David from Trion Properties3:11 Getting into Real Estate & Early Career Experience5:07 Experience During the 2008 Financial Crisis8:26 Introduction to Trion Properties ($1.5B AUM, 7,500 units)12:19 Current Market Analysis: LA vs Other Ma...2025-02-141h 25

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianLA Real Estate is 'Waiting to Explode' - Head of Acquisitions Explains WhyHow are institutional investors navigating the Los Angeles apartment market in 2024? In this episode of No Vacancy with Taylor Avakian, Trion Properties' ($1.5B AUM) heads of acquisitions, Farhan Mahmood and David Moghavem break down their strategy for finding value in today's high interest rate environment.Learn how institutional investors are:- Finding 6-cap deals in Los Angeles- Comparing LA vs Sunbelt opportunities- Navigating high interest rates- Identifying out-of-favor market opportunities- Growing from local to institutional scale 2025-02-141h 25

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 234: Take the Offensive to Defeat Trump/MAGA Fascism! Plus Bob Avakian On A Whole Different Way to Live!Episode 234: Take the Offensive to Defeat Trump/MAGA Fascism! Plus Bob Avakian On A Whole Different Way to Live! Introduction. Fascist Trump continues to shred existing "norms"... defiant protests against mass deportations begin to erupt... the Revcoms in the streets uniting with these (and other) protests as part of defeating Trump/MAGA fascism. Sunsara Taylor discusses the article she co-wrote with Andy Zee: "IN THE NAME OF HUMANITY, WE REFUSE TO ACCEPT A FASCIST AMERICA! Take the Offensive to Defeat the Whole Trump/MAGA Fascist Onslaught." The Bob Avakian Interviews, 2025—excerpt of...2025-02-1045 min

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianLA Apartment Developer Explains Why Building Restrictions Make Properties More Valuable | Real Estate InvestingLos Angeles Real Estate Development Guide: Expert Insights from 100+ Property Developer Discover why Los Angeles apartment development is uniquely challenging and profitable in 2024. Ari Kahan, a veteran Los Angeles real estate developer with California Landmark Group, shares insider knowledge about building and investing in LA apartment buildings. Key Topics in LA Real Estate Development: - Los Angeles apartment building regulations and permits - California real estate development strategies - Commercial real estate investing in Los Angeles - Multifamily property development process ...2025-02-0453 min

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianMIT Dropout to Real Estate Mogul: Zihao Wang's Remarkable Journey In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with 20-year-old real estate prodigy Zihao Wang, who left MIT to build a $500 million multifamily portfolio. From navigating family influence and international supply chains to attracting Japanese investors, Zihao shares his insights into the bold decisions that set him apart in Southern California and beyond. The conversation dives into the intricacies of scaling vertically, maintaining precision in expenses, and leveraging global strategies to save costs and gain a competitive edge. With a vision to expand into new markets like Texas, Zihao offers invaluable advice for aspiring real estate investors...2025-01-211h 09

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianHow to Sell Your Apartment BuildingTaylor Avakian takes the mic solo in this episode of No Vacancy to break down his proven process for selling multifamily properties in Los Angeles. From preparing apartment buildings to attract the right buyers to leveraging cutting-edge tools like AI and CRM systems, Taylor reveals the strategies that help properties sell faster and at top dollar – insights every apartment owner should know to maximize their investment. This episode explores the critical steps property owners need to take before listing, the role of innovative technology in modern real estate marketing, and how building strong connections with buyers can ensure a sm...2025-01-0737 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 229: 2025 – New Year, No Fear! Defeat Trump/MAGA Fascism & Prepare For Revolution!2025 – New Year, No Fear! Defeat Trump/MAGA Fascism & Prepare For Revolution! Introduction. What does it mean to defeat this Trump/MAGA fascism? (excerpt from Bob Avakian's social media message # 111) Revcom Corps for the Emancipation of Humanity launch political resistance to Trump/MAGA fascism, calling on millions to join. New Year, No Fear! — An action on new year's eve in Latino neighborhood in Los Angeles. A Call to protest on January 20, Trump's Inauguration Day. Sunsara Taylor on the revolutionary leadership of Bob Avakian. Why have...2025-01-0652 min

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianLA Housing Crisis: Inside Look from Former HACLA CommissionerDan Tenenbaum, veteran real estate investor and former commissioner for the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles (HACLA) discusses the complexities of affordable housing and real estate development in Los Angeles with Taylor Avakian. In this episode, we uncover the challenges facing apartment owners, developers, and real estate investors in navigating LA’s housing market. From the impact of rent control policies and the controversial Measure ULA ("Mansion Tax") to the opportunities presented by Project Homekey, this episode dives into the pressing issues shaping the Southern California housing landscape. We also discuss the hurdles of Section 8 housing, sk...2024-12-311h 17

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianHow I Turned Student Loans Into a Real Estate Fortune – Mark Weinstein Story!Navigating Real Estate with Mark Weinstein: From Law School to a $1.5 Billion Portfolio In this episode of No Vacancy, host Taylor Avakian chats with Mark Weinstein of MJW Investments, who has been in the real estate business for over 40 years. The discussion covers Mark's journey from a law student with no real estate knowledge to managing a $1.5 billion portfolio, comprising apartment buildings and student housing. They delve into the intricacies of the 2008 financial crisis, the volatility of property investments, and the importance of a strong team and investor relations. Additionally, Mark reflects on his philanthropic endeavors, the challenges of...2024-12-241h 10

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 227: A Time For Struggle: DEFEAT Trump/MAGA Fascism! Get Organized For Revolution!A Time For Struggle: DEFEAT Trump/MAGA Fascism! Get Organized For Revolution! We RevComs are serious... about defeating this Trump/MAGA fascism! Introduction. Sunsara Taylor introduces Bob Avakian REVOLUTION # 111 Excerpt from Message # 111 Noche Diaz, an important lesson from the nationwide, massive protests for justice for George Floyd in 2020. Interview with members of the Revcom Corps in Chicago on their anti-deportation action inside the City Council meeting. Conclusion to Bob Avakian's Message # 111. Sunsara Taylor & Noche Diaz: the importance of the on...2024-12-2357 min

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianThe Future of LA Real Estate with Sandy AlbertDiscover the incredible journey of Sandy Albert, a filmmaker-turned-commercial real estate developer, as he joins Taylor Avakian in this insightful podcast episode. Sandy shares how his upbringing in Los Angeles, love for urban environments, and parallels between filmmaking and real estate inspired his pivot into development. Learn about CityPads’ innovative projects in Los Angeles and Chicago, their unique approach to creating affordable, walkable communities, and strategies for navigating the complexities of commercial real estate in Southern California and beyond. 📍 Key Topics Covered: Sandy’s path from filmmaking to real estate The impact of Los Ang...2024-12-1752 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 226: Don't Make Nice With Fascists! We Need Righteous Anger & Revolutionary Determination!Don't Make Nice With Fascists! We Need Righteous Anger & Revolutionary Determination! Introduction, with co-hosts Sunsara Taylor and Annie Day. Bob Avakian, REVOLUTION #107, God-Damn the Trump/MAGA Fascists, Every One! And God-Damn Everyone Who Tells Us to “Get Along” And “Play Nice” With These Fascists! This includes commentary by Sunsara Taylor what these modern-day Nazis are planning an the need and possibility of determined resistance. Annie Day introduces excerpts from a recent program with Dr. Adam Hamawy, a doctor just back from Gaza. Bob Avakian from “Revolution and Religion: The Fight for E...2024-12-1646 min

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianQ&A; 1000 Subscriber Special: CRE Broker Daily Schedule, Making $1M, How I plan to be the #1 Agent in CAToday is a special episode. My first Solo podcast. I asked my instagram what they wanted to know, and hopefully I answered all your burning questions. From Daily Schedule of a Broker who works 100 hrs per week, to 2024 mistakes, to 2025 expansion plan to gross $2M in commissions. Hope you enjoy it. Let me know if this is something you want to see more of, and we may do more of them! Happy Holidays and Cheers. 2024-12-1035 min

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianFrom Music Moguls to Real Estate Wins: Terry Heller’s Blueprint for Wealth CreationFrom the glitz of the music industry to the grit of real estate investing, Terry Heller’s story is one of resilience, vision, and unexpected opportunity. In this episode of No Vacancy, we explore how Terry transitioned from working with music legends like Eazy E, Dr. Dre, and Will.i.am to becoming a successful real estate investor in Los Angeles—one of the toughest markets in the world. Terry shares how skyrocketing construction costs, complex zoning regulations, and ever-changing market dynamics have reshaped the real estate landscape in LA. He opens up about his biggest mistakes, why...2024-12-031h 03

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 224: Thanksgiving? Genocide Then & Now. We Need Revolution!Thanksgiving? Genocide Then & Now. We Need Revolution! Introduction with Sunsara Taylor, including part of Bob Avakian from REVOLUTION #2, “Let’s start with this big question: When has the USA been a 'great country?' The answer: NEVER.” Bob Avakian, from a speech given in 2017, “The Trump-Pence Regime Must Go! In the Name of Humanity, We REFUSE to Accept a Fascist America. A Better World IS Possible.” This is followed by two excerpts from REVOLUTION #102, released immediately after the re-election of Donald Trump. Then, two segments, from Lennie Wolff and Annie Day, on the diff...2024-12-0234 min

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianThe Truth About LA's Housing Crisis: A Developer’s Perspective with Paul SchonThere aren’t enough apartments in Los Angeles. It’s simple economics, the fewer apartments available, the more expensive they’ll be. Skyrocketing construction costs, climbing interest rates, and zoning nightmares have made LA one of the most difficult markets in the world for real estate development and make the housing crisis worse. In this episode of No Vacancy, we talk to Paul Schon of Schon Development Group, a leading multifamily developer, about the data behind LA’s housing crisis—and what it means for apartment building owners and investors. Discover where opportunities still exist in Southern...2024-11-261h 07

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 223: The Democrats Aid Trump Fascism—We Need To Defeat Fascism & Make Revolution For A Whole New System!The Democrats Aid Trump Fascism—We Need To Defeat Fascism & Make Revolution For A Whole New System! Introduction. Sunsara Taylor wields Bob Avakian's social media message # 103 to get into why the Democrats are "aiding and facilitating fascism." Noche Diaz calls on you to follow & spread ‪@BobAvakianOfficial‬ social media messages. Latest on Ukraine... & the Genocide in Palestine. Andy Zee Announces An Important On-Going Series Focused On: "We Need and We Demand : A Whole New Way to Live, A Fundamentally Different System." What Would Society Look Like Right A...2024-11-2543 min

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianSelling Too Soon Could Cost You Millions (Hold Your Properties for Massive Gains) | Kyle RansfordLos Angeles Multifamily Real Estate Strategies: Building Wealth with Apartments and Commercial Investments. In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with Kyle Ransford, CEO of Cardinal Investments, to discuss the ins and outs of apartment syndication, tax advantages, and commercial real estate deal structuring. As a seasoned expert in Los Angeles housing and multifamily investments, Kyle shares invaluable insights into creating long-term wealth through strategic apartment acquisitions and navigating the unique challenges of the commercial real estate market. Whether you're a seasoned investor or exploring Los Angeles apartment investments for the first t...2024-11-191h 01

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 222: Bob Avakian Nails It: Two "Countries" Within This Country — & The Whole Damn System's Got To Go!Bob Avakian Nails It: Two "Countries" Within Thiis Country — & The Whole Damn System's Got To Go! “Worse Than A Fool” by Bob Avakian. Introduction with Sunsara Taylor and Rafael Kadaris. Fascist Pig Trump Packs Pig Sty with Fascist Pigs. Sunsara Taylor & Rafael Kadaris discuss and wield excerpts from Bob Avakian's REVOLUTION 102, and other works, to explore this important point: "Two Countries" Within This Country—And The Whole Damn System's Got To Go! Two Important Shout Outs!—Billie Eilish speaks out... & an Iranian University student, Ahoo Daryaei, is violently a...2024-11-1851 min

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianBillion-Dollar Portfolio: Los Angeles Real Estate Syndication SecretsWelcome to another episode of No Vacancy, where we uncover powerful insights from Southern California’s multifamily market. In this episode, Taylor Avakian talks with Kamyar Shabani, co-founder of Optimus Properties, who brings over a billion in assets under management and unmatched expertise in the LA market. From pricing properties, handling high-stakes investments, and navigating complex market cycles, Kamyar provides hard-hitting advice for those looking to build a real estate empire. This episode is packed with insights that every investor needs, especially those eyeing multifamily properties. Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction & Episode Overview 1:21 - St...2024-11-1258 min

Sounds of BlueSOB 465 - Features: Roy Buchanan, Danny Gatton, Eric Gale, Gene Harris, Horace Silver, Rodney Jones & Jack DeJohnetteArtist Song Album Label Notes- Bernard Herrmann & Rod Serling + Rod Serling Opening Monologue - Season One w/Bernard Herrmann's "Dream Theme" 40th Anniversary Twilight Zone - 1st Season - 1959 Silva Treasury - 4CD's- Charles Lloyd Sombrero Sam by Charles Lloyd w/Jack DeJohnette, Cecil McBee & Keith Jarrett Dream Weaver - 1966 - Arif Mardin & George Avakian Priduced Atlantic Records Jack DeJohnette - 82- Charles Lloyd Love In by Charles Lloyd w/Jack DeJohnette, Ron McClure & Keith Jarrett Love In - 1967 - Fillmore West Auditorium - George Avakian Produced Atlantic Records Jack DeJohnette - 82- Horace...2024-11-054h 06

No Vacancy with Taylor Avakian$3 Billion Dollar Advice from a Real Estate Pro: James D'Argenio of BascomIn this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with multifamily investor James D’Argenio, head of acquasitions at the Bascom Group, who shares insights from 15 years in commercial real estate. They dive into the psychology of deal pricing, avoiding catastrophic losses, and the strategic thinking that saved James’s business when he walked away from a $10 million deal. Packed with actionable advice, this conversation is essential for apartment owners, Southern California investors, and anyone navigating today’s market. Don't miss these hard-hitting lessons for real estate success! 0:00 - Introduction of James D’Argenio 0:1...2024-11-051h 05

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 220: Kamala Harris Vs. Donald Trump: Murderously Illegitimate "Choices," Illegitimate Criminal System!Kamala Harris Vs. Donald Trump: Murderously Illegitimate "Choices," Illegitimate Criminal System! Introduction with hosts Andy Zee and Sunsara Taylor. Bob Avakian: The “choices” in this election are a damning exposure of this whole system. Excerpts from "The 2024 Elections: The Future Hangs in the Balance" – A Virtual Forum with Andy Zee, Paul Street and Sam Goldman. Sunsara Taylor on the misogynistic, male supremacist program that's at the heart of the MAGA fascist movement... & why the Democrats are no answer. What Sustains You? (An excerpt from The Bob Avakian Intervi...2024-11-041h 03

Fresh From the Field FridaysA Taste of Michigan: Fresh-Pressed Cider and Sweet Cherry Cheer!Get ready to pour yourself a tall taste of fall! This week on Fresh From the Field Fridays from the Produce Industry Network, join Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss as they welcome three special guests from River Ridge Cider Company in Sparta, MI. Trish Taylor, RJ Simons, and John Woodall bring the flavors of Michigan’s finest fresh-pressed cider straight to the show, sharing stories of apples grown with care and the rising popularity of Michigan sweet cherries. Ross is beaming with pride as these homegrown goodies hit the podosphere. So, tune in and turn on...2024-11-0130 min

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianLA’s Multifamily Market Exposed: Bo Drake on Wild Deals, Nightmare Tenants & Big WinsIn this episode of No Vacancy, host Taylor Avakian sits down with Bo Drake, principal at Drake Real Estate Group and a seasoned LA investor. Bo takes us through his journey from brokerage to owning and managing multifamily properties, sharing the lessons he's learned and the strategies he uses to build lasting success in LA's competitive apartment market. Bo reveals why real estate is a long game, how he’s scaled his property management firm, and the importance of diversified revenue streams in today’s market. Whether you're an experienced investor or just getting started, Bo’s...2024-10-291h 13

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianDONE with Los Angeles Real Estate: Hollywood Writer Turned Real Estate Leader Eddie RingIn this episode of No Vacancy, host Taylor Avakian sits down with Eddie Ring, founder and CEO of New Standard Equities, to dig deep into the strategies shaping the Los Angeles multifamily market. With over 25 years of real estate experience, Eddie shares his unique insights on why he’s stepping back from LA investments, the key trends impacting apartment ownership, and what investors should be paying attention to as market conditions shift. Whether you’re a seasoned property owner or looking to make your first investment in multifamily real estate, this conversation covers the essentials for u...2024-10-2254 min

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianFrom Cold Calls to Millions: Los Angeles Real Estate Success with Morgan McMullinIn this episode of No Vacancy, host Taylor Avakian speaks with Morgan McMullin, a leading LA broker and investor, who shares how he went from relentless cold-calling to buying multi-million dollar deals, himself. Morgan dives deep into the strategies he uses to identify valuable investment opportunities, the challenges he’s overcome in LA’s competitive market, and why he's looking to grow his personal multifamily portfolio today. If you're looking to break into apartment building ownership, expand your portfolio, or get insider tips on navigating the LA real estate scene, this episode is a must-listen. 2024-10-151h 05

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianThe Dark Side of LA Real Estate: $100M Apartment Investor on Risk, Rent Freezes & Losing Faith in LALA real estate is changing fast, and in this episode of No Vacancy, multifamily expert Moses Kagan reveals how to navigate the evolving landscape of commercial real estate in Los Angeles, California. As the pandemic reshaped the market—bringing the eviction moratorium and no rent increases during hyperinflation—the rules for investing in LA’s apartment buildings have completely shifted. Learn why accurately predicting pro forma rents is the most important skill for succeeding in LA multifamily investments, and how Moses has built his business by identifying mispriced properties in a competitive market. His insights on turning underv...2024-10-081h 19

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 216: STOP The US-Israeli Rampage in the Middle East! | PLUS: Bob Avakian On Black People & RevolutionSTOP The US-Israeli Rampage in the Middle East! | PLUS: Bob Avakian On Black People & Revolution Introduction. US-Israeli Aggression in the Middle East & the Heightening Dangers of Nuclear War. Genocide, Lies, & Videotape. Noche Diaz and Rafael Kadaris discuss the NEW 6 Points from the REVCOM CORPS for the Emancipation of Humanity. Excerpt from BOB AVAKIAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF BLACK PEOPLE AND THE EMANCIPATION OF ALL HUMANITY. Sunsara Taylor & Rafael Kadaris discuss the importance of the upcoming series from ‪@BobAvakianOfficial‬, "A Profound Fight for the Soul of Black...2024-10-0740 min

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianAre Los Angeles Apartments Dead? Is Rent Control the Real Issue? No Vacancy Ep. 2 Fred GortnerIs Los Angeles still a good real estate investment strategy? In this episode of No Vacancy, Fred Gortner shares how Paladin Realty has managed to generate over $8 billion in real estate deals, including $1 billion in added value to Southern California's multifamily market. They break down how to achieve significant returns in Southern California’s highly competitive real estate landscape. Learn key strategies to navigate rent control and uncover value in Class B/C properties. This episode is brought to you by Henry AI (https://www.henry.ai/). Henry helps investment sales brokers, like myself, more eas...2024-10-011h 12

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 215: Israel's Deadly Terror in Lebanon | A Revolutionary Campaign to Change the WorldIsrael's Deadly Terror in Lebanon | A Revolutionary Campaign to Change the World Introduction. We Have 2 Choices. Rafael Kadaris On Israel's Deadly Airstrikes & Brutal Terror Against the People in Lebanon. Sunsara Taylor & Rafael Kadaris talk about the latest in the campaign to Get ‪@BobAvakianOfficial‬ Everywhere & the effort to raise funds. They share initial experience taking this campaign to students starting the Fall semester. Reasons to Donate to Get @BobAvakianOfficial Engaged by Millions Now Commodities & Capitalism (an excerpt from a 2003 speech by Bob Avakian).A Challenge to Those Who Catch...2024-09-3049 min

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianMastering Real Estate in 2024: LA & NYC Trends You Can't IgnoreIn this episode, Taylor Avakian and Mark Silver dive deep into the multifamily real estate market, sharing their journey from NYC to Los Angeles. Learn how they turned obstacles into opportunities, navigating through regulations, rising expenses, and shifting market dynamics. Whether you're new to real estate or a seasoned investor, this conversation reveals insider strategies on capitalizing in today's complex market. Discover how Section 8 housing, value-add projects, and long-term outlooks can enhance returns in the LA multifamily market. Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction to the LA Multifamily Market 3:15 - From New York to L...2024-09-241h 13

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 214: Who Killed Amber Thurman? Bob Avakian On What Is Capitalism & Why He Is Not Running For PresidentWho Killed Amber Thurman? Bob Avakian On What Is Capitalism & Why He Is Not Running For President Sunsara Taylor: Amber Nicole Thurman should be alive today, but died needlessly and painfully because of the woman-hating Christian Fascist abortion bans. What kind of system allows this to happen? A system that must be overthrown through a real revolution! Two pieces from Bob Avakian, the leader of the revolution, and the architect of the New Communism: “What is capitalism?' “Revolution # 81: Why I am NOT Running For President” Watch this ep...2024-09-2339 min

No Vacancy with Taylor AvakianNo Vacancy with Taylor Avakian: The Trailer LA's #1 Commercial Real Estate Podcast. Join Taylor Avakian and the top Los Angeles apartment owners, investors, and visionaries as they discuss the ever-changing SoCal real estate landscape. Get actionable insights you can implement today to thrive. Subscribe to No Vacancy with Taylor Avakian and start making smarter investment moves with The Group CRE. Never miss an episode! Subscribe on your preferred platform and rate our show ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: 🍏 Apple Podcast: Click here! 🎧 Spotify: Click here! 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tayloravakian Visit us at 🌐 thegroupcre.com Connect with...2024-09-1701 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 212: No More Black People Hating On Immigrants: A Challenge from Bob Avakian to Unite for Revolution!No More Black People Hating On Immigrants: A Challenge from Bob Avakian to Unite for Revolution! Introduction, Sunsara Taylor and Annie Day. Interview with Members of the RevCom Corps in Chicago on the Controversy Over ‪@BobAvakianOfficial‬ Revolution #73 on Black People Hating on Immigrants. What Would You Say To Those Who Catch The Worst Hell Under This System? (an excerpt from The Bob Avakian Interviews, 2022). Annie Day on the situation in the West Bank, and Kamala Harris's bullshit. Update on the National Campaign to Get ‪@BobAvakianOfficial‬ Everywhere! Friends of The R...2024-09-091h 04

Experience The BuzzNo. 139 -- TAYLOR AVAKIAN | The Group Commercial Real EstateSend us a textTAYLOR AVAKIAN embodies the heart of an entrepreneur. Avakian is a Nor Cal native (who graduated from Jesuit High School in 2014 and the University of Alabama in 2018). Still, his latest work occurs in Southern California, where he helps multifamily owners buy and sell properties. And at age 28, with just six years in the business, Taylor has amassed over 300 million dollars in sales. He founded Group CRE and recently joined forces with Lyon Stahl Investment Real Estate. Simply put, Avakian is a force regarding Southern Cal properties.So how did...2024-09-091h 22

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 211: Kamala Harris Is NOT "For The People." She's For The System! We Need REVOLUTION!Kamala Harris Is NOT "For The People." She's For The System! We Need REVOLUTION! Sunsara Taylor on Kamala Harris, For the SYSTEM. Bob Avakian and what the “rule of law” means under this system. From the Bob Avakian Interviews. The campaign to spread Bob Avakians' social media throughout all society. “Welcome to Hell, the Israeli Prison System as a Network of Torture Camps” An Interview with Shai Parnes, Spokesperson for the Israeli Human Rights Organization B’Tselem. Watch this episode on YouTube.2024-09-0246 min

Discourse with ChristianTaylor Avakian | Founder of The Group CRETaylor Avakian, founder of The Group CRE, shares his background and journey in the commercial real estate industry. He discusses his experience in college, his interest in real estate, and his foray into content creation. Taylor also talks about the challenges and opportunities in the California real estate market, the importance of understanding the perspective of property owners, and the value of leveraging technology and AI in the brokerage business. The conversation explores the importance of social capital and emotional intelligence in the real estate industry. It emphasizes the value of building relationships, trust, and reputation as a form...2024-08-291h 06

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 209: There IS An Alternative To Fascist Trump & Cold Blooded Kamala! Bob Avakian & The RevComs!There IS An Alternative To Fascist Trump & Cold Blooded Kamala! Bob Avakian & The RevComs! Introduction. Bob Avakian on: What is a real revolution? (excerpt from The Bob Avakian Interviews on the RNL Show, 2022). Sunsara Taylor talks to Rafael Kadaris, on the ground in Chicago, about plans for the Democratic National Convention. A NATIONAL CAMPAIGN TO GET @BOBAVAKIANOFFICIAL EVERYWHERE: Kick-off Weekend August 16-18 / Turn Heads During the DNC August 19-22. How do you deal with the ugly and dangerous attacks against you? Bob Avakian Answers (excerpt from The B...2024-08-1948 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 208: National Campaign for ‪@BobAvakianOfficial‬, the Danger of Wider War in the Middle East + Taking on BS!Episode 208: National Campaign for ‪@BobAvakianOfficial‬, the Danger of Wider War in the Middle East + Taking on BS! Introduction. Sunsara Taylor on Gaza, Israel, & the Dangers of Regional War... & Who's Responsible. Annie Day talks with Sunsara Taylor about the National Campaign to Get ‪@BobAvakianOfficial‬ Everywhere. Straight Talk on Bob Avakian (excerpt from 2012 speech, BA Speaks: Revolution—Nothing Less!). Rafael Kadaris: This Week In BULLSHIT! Watch this episode on YouTube.2024-08-1237 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 204: What Sustains Bob Avakian? Why Mark Ruffalo Shouldn't Be Canceled. Why YOU Should Join the RevcomsEpisode 204: What Sustains Bob Avakian? Why Mark Ruffalo Shouldn't Be Canceled. Why YOU Should Join the Revcoms Introduction with co-hosts Sunsara Taylor and Rafael Kadaris. EXCLUSIVE: Leaked footage from a Liberal's living room—Can God fix the Biden/Trump situation? Sights and sounds from the anti-July 4 actions called for by the Revcoms. Excerpts of Noche Diaz and Sunsara Taylor speaking in Los Angeles on July 4: SAY NO to Celebrating America—Truly a Model of Depraved, Racist Genocide Bob Avakian responds to, Why have you never given up on re...2024-07-2255 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 205: Trump Is A Violence-Mongering Fascist. The Democrats Will Not Save You. We Need Revolution!Episode 205: Trump Is A Violence-Mongering Fascist. The Democrats Will Not Save You. We Need Revolution! Note: This episode aired before Biden dropped out. Stay tuned to revcom.us for further developments. Introduction with co-hosts Sunsara Taylor and Rafael Kadaris. Sunsara Taylor, On the Attempted Assassination of Donald Trump and Four Important Truths. Rafael Kadaris on what went on inside and outside the RNC: the police murder of Samuel Sharpe, Jr. Bob Avakian on economic and social changes in recent decades that have fueled the rise of...2024-07-221h 00

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 203: AMERICA: Truly A Model—of Depraved Racist Genocide. We Need Revolution, A Radically Different SystemIntroduction. An Inconvenient—But Absolutely Necessary—Truth for July 4th Excerpts from the Trump/Biden Debate Lenny Wolff with 3 Points on the Trump/Biden Debate "Did you always have this view of America?" Revolutionary leader Bob Avakian Answers (an excerpt from the 2022 Bob Avakian Interviews on The RNL Show) Sunsara Taylor: 10 Ways the Democrats Have Repeatedly Stabbed Women In the Back When It Comes to Abortion Rights SIGN UP FOR REVOLUTION SCHOOL THIS SUMMER! (Starts Soon) FOLLOW BOB AVAKIAN ON SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linkt...2024-07-0840 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 201: 2 Years Since Abortion Rights Overturned, Unleash the Fury of Women As A Mighty Force 4 REVOLUTION; Bob Avakian on the Strategy for Revolution; Top Ten Reasons NOT to celebrate America this 4th of JulyIntroduction. Break the Chains! Unleash the Fury of Women as a Mighty Force for Revolution! Sunsara Taylor on 2 years since the Supreme Court overturned women's fundamental right to abortion. Annie Day and Sunsara Taylor on the importance of Bob Avakian's social media dispatches. (See link below.) Bob Avakian is the architect of a whole new framework of human emancipation in the New Communism. He has brought forward a strategy to make revolution, a real revolution. In an excerpt from the Bob Avakian Interviews, he talks about applying this strategy right now, in a...2024-06-2448 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 199: No Fascist Trump, No Genocide Joe, The Whole Damn System's Got to Go!Introduction. Dr Mohamad Abdelfattah, an intensive care unit (ICU) physician from Southern California and an organizer with Orange County for Justice in Palestine, interviewed by Alan Goodman. Dr. Abdelfattah describes the experience of serving at the European Gaza Hospital (EGH) in Gaza for three weeks in May. Sunsara Taylor talks with medical professionals at UCLA. Bob Avakian: A scientific approach – knowing and changing the world. An excerpt from The Bob Avakian Interviews, available on the YouTube channel TheRevComs, and at revcom.us. Trump convicted of 34 felonies. Revolution Summer 2024—A Call...2024-06-1059 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 195: Rafah Under Siege; Biden's BS; Students Resist Repression; WE NEED REVOLUTION: EMANCIPATE HUMANITYThe RNL Show comes to you in an extraordinary moment, when the genocide of the Palestinian people by Israel, fully backed and supported by the US, is poised to take another, almost unimaginably horrific turn, with the bombing beginning now in Rafah. A million Palestinians were forced to flee to this border city. This is also a moment when students at universities across the US have stood up against the genocide of the Palestinian people. Almost 2500 have been arrested for demanding that schools and government stop supporting this genocide. Students and faculty have faced fascist thugs, paramilitary...2024-05-131h 07

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 194: From NYC to UCLA Students Fight Genocide in Gaza & Against Vicious RepressionThis week the RNL Show comes at a time of great change and tumult, in the US and in the world as a whole. It is a time of students rising up on the campuses against the vicious genocide that Israel is committing against the people of Gaza, with the full backing and conscious complicity of the United States government. It is also a time when there has been a vicious, violent crackdown on these students. Co-host Sunsara Taylor reports from UCLA's Gaza Solidarity Encampment after it was attacked by pro-Israel Zionists. Then we'll take a look...2024-05-0658 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 193: Campus Crackdown And Righteous Resistance As U.S.–Israeli Genocide In Gaza IntensifiesEpisode 193: Campus Crackdown And Righteous Resistance As U.S.–Israeli Genocide In Gaza Intensifies Episode 193 goes live as courages college students face repression for standing up against the U.S.-backed Israeli genocide in Gaza... and as the Revcoms get ready for Revolutionary May Day 2024. Andy Zee and Sunsara Taylor call attention to the dangers of an invasion of Rafah (a city in Gaza), and take a look at the brave protests at Columbia University, USC, Yale, Harvard, NYU, UT–Austin, and dozens of other campuses. Bob Avakian answers the lie that...2024-04-2947 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEp 192 - DISPATCH: The Suppression of Pro-Palestinian Voices On College Campuses: Why Is This Happening?From the cancellation of Asna Tabassum's commencement speech at USC, to the 100+ people arrested at Columbia University, to the suspension of students, the banning of pro-Palestinian student organizations and the firing of college presidents: What's Behind the Suppression and Repression of Pro-Palestinian Voices on College Campuses? University of Southern California (USC) cancels the commencement speech of Asna Tabassum (News clip). Sunsara Taylor introduces a special DISPATCH, on the ground at USC. Rafael Kadaris ON the outrageous decision by USC to cancel Asna Tabassum's commencement speech... and what this means. A...2024-04-2236 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 191: May Day 2024, Fighting to Break Free of ALL the Chains!0600Episode 191: May Day 2024, Fighting to Break Free of ALL the Chains! Bob Avakian on the Bible vs Communist Manifesto Introduction with co-hosts Sunsara Taylor and Noche Diaz Noche Diaz and Sunsara Taylor discuss Revolutionary May Day 2024: We Need and We Demand Revolution For A Whole New Way To Live, A Fundamentally Different System Lenny Wolff with thoughts on women's college basketball coach Dawn Staley and her comments about "God" Easter F*cking Sunday—A Play by David Damnit Raymond Lotta with an invitation to come see...2024-04-1541 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 188: Haiti... Gaza... A World In Urgent Need For Revolution! Bob Avakian Breaks Down How It Can Be DoneIntroduction with co-hosts Sunsara Taylor and Annie Day: the crises in Gaza and Haiti — why this system can't be reformed... and how revolution could actually be made Bob Avakian from “Why We Need An Actual Revolution, And How We Could Really Make Revolution,” a speech from 2018. Two excerpts: the opening, and “Wars of Empire, Armies of Occupation & Crimes Against Humanity.” Sunsara Taylor & Rafael Kadaris on the crisis in Haiti and the REAL way forward Sunsara Taylor talks about the intensifying starvation of the Palestinian people as Israel escalates its effort of turning Gaza into a dea...2024-03-251h 01

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 187: Resist The Anti-Communist Brainwash, Step Into The Revolution For A Whole New WorldIntroduction, with Sunsara Taylor and Annie Day, including Bob Avakian “What if...?”, an excerpt from a 2014 dialogue with Cornel West, “Revolution and Religion.” They discuss “We Need and We Demand, a Whole New Way to Live, a Fundamentally Different System,” a proclamation from the RevComs Sunsara Taylor interviews Raymond Lotta, on Taking on the Anti-Communist Brainwash. Raymond Lotta is an advocate for the new communism that has been forged by Bob Avakian, and the spokesperson for Revolution Books, New York. Bob Avakian on the “Constitution for the New Socialist Republic in North America.” From the Bob Avakian Inte...2024-03-1859 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 185: Gaza, Women's Oppression, Border Crisis: As Society Rips Apart—Get Organized for a Real REVOLUTION!Episode 185: Gaza, Women's Oppression, Border Crisis: As Society Rips Apart—Get Organized for a Real REVOLUTION! Introduction: Sunsara Taylor & Annie Day Annie Day talks about Aaron Bushnell, an active duty air force member, who set himself on fire last week in protest to the US-backed Israeli genocide of Palestinians... and she speaks to everyone deeply moved and shaken by this. Bob Avakian on Palestine – excerpts from@BobAvakianOfficial. Annie Day and Sunsara Taylor highlight the crucial role that Bob Avakian's social media dispatches 1 – 11 play (along with his 3-part interview with The RNL...2024-03-0455 min

Massive Passive Cash Flow PodcastEpisode 251: Unveiling Strategies for Success in Real Estate, with Taylor AvakianAssociate Vice President Taylor Avakian is one of the top multifamily brokers at Matthews Real Estate Investment Services. He has worked on countless transactions, both as an advisor and a principal. He is adept at managing the process from beginning to end, including due diligence, financing, marketing, and sales. Avakian’s extensive knowledge of the market and his ability to identify opportunities are what make him stand out from other agents. While most agents take a two-pronged approach to business, he takes a different stance. His unique perspective allows him to identify opportunities that most age...2024-02-2844 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 184: Capitalism And Patriarchy: Make Revolution To End Both!Friday, March 8, International Women's Day 2024 Save the Date! Make Plans. Stay Tuned. Break the Chains! Unleash the Fury of Women as a Mighty Force for Revolution! Capitalism and Patriarchy—You Can't End One Without Ending the Other We Need to AND CAN End Both. Revolution—Nothing Less! Forced Motherhood Is Female Enslavement Abortion On Demand and Without Apology! This week's episode: Welcome, with Sunsara Taylor & Michelle Xai. Bob Avakian: Break the Chains, Unleash the Fury of Women as a M...2024-02-2645 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 182: Breaking News From Bob Avakian. U.S. Imperialism = Crisis At The Border + MOREEpisode 182: Breaking News From Bob Avakian. U.S. Imperialism = Crisis At The Border + MORE Sunsara Taylor & Annie Day welcome viewers to episode 182 From @BobAvakianOfficial breaking news for real— breaking into the bullshit brought to you by the capitalist-imperialist propaganda machinery (CNN, MSNBC, Fox, and the rest) Annie Day discusses the intensifying crisis at the border, featuring social media posts of the RevComs who traveled to both Eagle Pass, Texas and San Ysidro, California Sunsara Taylor on her upcoming talk February 15, at UCLA: “Actually?... Revolution IS Possible! And If This Revol...2024-02-1247 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 181: From Gaza to the Border, Humanity’s Under Siege. It’s Time to Work for an Emancipating RevolutionAndy Zee & Annie Day discuss the horrific situation in Gaza, the responsibility of everyone to act to stop it, the Revcoms in L.A. "disrupting the air"... & what's the just and revolutionary solution to all this. Stupidest Thing I Heard This Week: Snoop Dogg has "nothing but love" for genocidal racist Trump?!?! Annie Day talks about the political stand off between Biden and the federal government vs. the fascist governor of Texas Greg Abbott. An interview with Coco Das, who is part of a group of Revcoms who traveled to the border town...2024-02-0547 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 180: 4 Reasons We Need A Revolution, The Leader Who Can Lead It & The Millions Needed To Join NowEpisode 180: 4 Reasons We Need A Revolution, The Leader Who Can Lead It & The Millions Needed To Join Now One. Andy Zee opens the show highlighting the record number of people killed by US police in 2023: an average of three people a day killed by pigs, Black people twice as likely to be targeted and killed than the average; Native Americans 2.2 times as likely to die; and Latinos also dying in disproportionate numbers at the hands of these enforcers. This is drawn from the article, “After Years of Promises and Reforms, the Plague of Police Violence and...2024-01-2952 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 179: THE WORLD IS BEING RADICALLY CHANGED: What You Do — OR Fail To Do — Can Make All The DifferenceEpisode 179: THE WORLD IS BEING RADICALLY CHANGED: What You Do — OR Fail To Do — Can Make All The Difference Special announcement: Follow Bob Avakian (BA) on social media! Get ready for messages coming to you straight up from BA! Followed by Bob Avakian: REVOLUTION – Number One Andy Zee talks with Sunsara Taylor on her Open Letter to Students, Faculty, Administrators, and Everyone with a Conscience To the Rebel Women... & Everyone who wants to see a world without patriarchy... A Message from the RevComs On What Would Have Been the 51st Anniversary of Roe...2024-01-2246 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowSeason 5, Episode 178. 2024: This Must Be A Year For Revolution... & We Are Here To Recruit You!NEW SEASON! Season 5, Episode 178. 2024: This Must Be A Year For Revolution... & We Are Here To Recruit You! Andy Zee and Sunsara Taylor on 2024: This Must Be A Year For Revolution... & We Are Here To Recruit You! A quote from Bob Avakian, the leader of the revolution and the architect of the New Communism, on what we all must do in the face of the horrors of this capitalist–imperialist system (from The Bob Avakian Interviews, available at YouTube.com/@theRevComs and revcom.us) EXPLOITATION: WHAT IT IS, HOW TO PUT AN END TO IT...2024-01-1543 min

Average Joe Finances238. Understanding the Multifamily Real Estate Industry with Taylor AvakianSend us a textAre you interested in Multifamily Real Estate? Let’s dive deep into the nitty-gritty of it! From regulatory challenges in LA to tenant-buyout strategies - this episode will be brimming with insider knowledge!Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Taylor Avakian shares his experiences navigating the escalating changes in the market, demystifies some common myths about the California real estate market, and offers invaluable advice for investors. In this episode:Recognize the opportunities in LA's multifamily market, driven by renter demand, despite the sta...2024-01-0753 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 177: Gaza, Kate Cox, COP28: The Need For Revolution & A Rare Time When Revolution Is More PossibleEpisode 177: Gaza, Kate Cox, COP28: The Need For Revolution & A Rare Time When Revolution Is More Possible Andy Zee and Sunsara Taylor on Gaza. Rafael Kadaris calls out the Harvard "Doxing Truck," doxxing students at Harvard with the aim to shut down and silence protests against the crimes of Israel in Gaza. Andy Zee interviews Rafael Kadaris who is on the ground at the colleges on the East Coast that have been suppressing pro-Palestinian voices. Excerpt of an Instagram post from the Puerto Rican rapper Residente speaking out on G...2023-12-181h 01

RE Social PodcastEp. 58 Regulations and Rent Control: Exploring the Challenges of California Market with Taylor AvakianWelcome to the RE Social Podcast, your source for real estate investing tips! In this episode, hosts Andrew and Vince invite Taylor Avakian, Associate Vice President at Matthews Real Estate Investment Services and a broker specializing in selling apartment buildings in Los Angeles, to discuss real estate investment in California. Taylor delves into the challenges of investing in tenant-friendly states, the impact of regulations, and the potential of the California market. He also covers the importance of focusing on one's strengths, understanding an investor's risk profile, and the current ma...2023-12-181h 17

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 176: To The Millions Demanding A Stop to the Genocide in Gaza: These Times Demand A Revolutionary AnswerEpisode 176: To The Millions Demanding A Stop to the Genocide in Gaza: These Times Demand A Revolutionary Answer Genocide in Gaza. Climate Devastation. Rising MAGA Fascism. Sunsara Taylor points to the much needed revolutionary answer to all this. Annie Day delivers an open letter to those within the U.S. government who are acting courageously on their conscience to break with the President and speak out and protest against the U.S. government's support for Israel's genocide in Gaza. An invitation and a challenge to watch The Bob Avakian Interviews on T...2023-12-041h 02

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 175: American Crime | The Bible & Israel's Genocide In Gaza | Humanity Does NOT Have To Live This Way!Episode 175: American Crime | The Bible & Israel's Genocide In Gaza | Humanity Does NOT Have To Live This Way! Introduction by Andy Zee & Sunsara Taylor. Andy Zee on why YOU need to see Bob Avakian on the big screen in NYC on Nov 28, 7pm The historic moment we're in... the urgency for millions to engage with Bob Avakian, & The Bob Avakian Interviews Arturo O'Farrill and David Zeiger share their thoughts about Bob Avakian & The Bob Avakian Interviews Why is it dangerous to lead a revolution if you don't have a poetic...2023-11-2758 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 173: Genocide in Gaza... Christian Fascist Leads Congress... We Need Revolution & A Different SystemAndy Zee on Israel's genocidal bombing of Palestinians in Gaza and on the need to struggle with people so that their righteous outrage does not get channeled into BEB (Bourgeois Electoral Bullshit) but instead towards seeing the real monstrous nature and un-reformability of the system. A challenge to join with the Revcoms and get organized for a real revolution. Sunsara Taylor with a special welcome to new viewers met during Revolution– Nothing Less! Week – a recent national effort aimed at putting Revolution on the Map! How do you answer when people say, “Revolution sounds good but it...2023-11-1356 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 172: Join The Nationwide Efforts to Get REAL REVOLUTION Known Everywhere: There's Not A Moment To WasteEpisode 172: Join The Nationwide Efforts to Get REAL REVOLUTION Known Everywhere: There's Not A Moment To Waste This week's show was aired in the middle of Revolution, Nothing Less Week, a week to put real revolution on the map, and in front of people from different parts of society. Featured this week: Bob Avakian, from the Bob Avakian Interviews available on the YouTube channel TheRevComs: What is a real revolution? Sunsara Taylor on the genocide unfolding in Gaza. She also speaks of those around the world who have been speaking and...2023-11-061h 03

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 168: Shit’s Crazy! But There Is a Way Out of the Madness: Revolution, Nothing Less!Host Andy Zee begins with a brief reflection: Shit is crazy! But there IS a way out of the madness: A real revolution to overthrow the system of capitalism-imperialism. It is the only way to free people here and around the world from all the destruction wrought by the system of capitalism-imperialism. A revolution based on the New Communism brought forward by Bob Avakian is the sane, rational, liberating, humane way forward to a world fit for humanity. The show continues with a question and answer from the Bob Avakian Interviews, available on TheRevComs YouTube Channel: Bob...2023-10-091h 09

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 167: The Future's at Stake: The Framework, Leadership & Struggle For a Whole New Emancipating Way to LiveThe first part of the show is a wide-ranging commentary by host Andy Zee, on winning – and winning: winning a revolution not for revenge, not so “the last shall be first,” but to emancipate all of humanity. He examines the dangers facing humanity, all coming directly from the system of capitalism-imperialism. He goes into the significance of the deep divisions within the ruling class in the US, and the possibility this creates for an emancipating revolution. And how all this points to the importance of the framework for the emancipation of all humanity, and the scientific method, brought forward by the...2023-10-021h 00

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 166: The Communist Revolution Urgently Needed vs. The Anti-communist Brainwash, Plus Iran’s Jina UprisingAndy Zee introduces the show with a commentary on the urgent need for revolution – a real revolution, and the critical importance of the breakthroughs pioneered by Bob Avakian – a leader for a time when the future hangs in the balance A powerful reading of a new pledge: ALLEGIANCE. Raymond Lotta Fall Speaking Tour, “The Communist Revolution So Badly Needed... vs. the Anti-Communist Brainwash You're Getting.” The tour started on September 19 at Revolution Books NYC. We'll hear part of the opening remarks. The Bob Avakian Interviews, Up Close and Personal, Heart and Soul & Hard-core for Revolu...2023-09-251h 01

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 165: We Tried It in a Small Town & at Jason Aldean’s Concert… Putting Emancipating Revolution on the MapThe Revcoms take on the fascist MAGA cultural poster boy, country singer Jason Aldean. They burned the US flag in front of the Maury County Courthouse in Columbia, Tennessee – the site of the 1927 lynching of Henry Choate and the backdrop for Aldean's infamous video – and challenged Jason Aldean to a debate. Andy Zee and Sunsara Taylor: the sharpening stakes for the people of this country and the world, why the Revcoms are challenging Jason Aldean to a debate, and which direction for society and humanity. And an urgent challenge: Get with the Revcoms! Rafael Kadaris, Corr...2023-09-1836 min

The RNL — Revolution, Nothing Less! — ShowEpisode 164: State of Emergency! This Fall: Break All the Chains! Get Organized for Revolution!Host Andy Zee opens with a strategic question: Will the Force for Revolution Be Forged? Co-host Sunsara Taylor on the need to wake up millions right now as part of the fight for a different future STATE OF EMERGENCY: CHAINS ON PEOPLE WHO DESPERATELY NEED TO BE FREE (written and read by Bob Avakian) Andy Zee and Sunsara Taylor on why right now there is the potential for millions to take up the demand for a whole new way to live and for a fundamentally different system From The Bob Avakian I...2023-09-111h 08

The Multifamily Wealth Podcast#165: Succeeding As A Young Multifamily Broker, How Investors Can Build Relationships with Brokers, and And The Case For LA Multifamily with Taylor AvakianJoining us this week is Taylor Avakian, a Los Angeles-based broker specializing in the multifamily sector. Taylor's expertise lies in building his funnel, cold outreach, sourcing opportunities, and delivering exceptional service to his clients. With a unique perspective, he identifies hidden gems that most brokers miss, guiding clients toward smart investments and helping them avoid costly mistakes. We also discuss why investors should consider investing in supply-constrained markets (like LA) - a contrarian POV compared to the national commentary around market selection.Key points from the episode: Welcome to the podcast 00:00 - 3:18 Taylor's journey into th...2023-07-0448 min

Name It!Dark Matters: Imma Stare Right BackHey, friends! In this episode we're talking about Simone Browne's term: Dark Matters. An idea that names blackness as a "key site through which surveillance is practiced, narrated, and enacted," (9).Before we give you the tl;dr (too long; didn't read) of Dark Matters: On the Surveillance of Blackness, we discuss the FBI's Counter Intelligence Program, known as COINTELPRO. A program designed to "expose, disrupt, misdirect, discredit, or otherwise neutralize the activities of the Black nationalists" and other organizations they deemed a threat to U.S. interests, including the Social Workers Party and the American Indian Movement. ...2023-02-2259 min

The Matthews PodcastMultifamily Dive: Market Shifts, Finding Opportunity in Uncertainty, and Multifamily OutlookIn this episode of the Matthews™ podcast, your host Matthew Wallace is joined by Taylor Avakian, a premier client advisor in the Multifamily sector, and Greg Kavoklis, a capital markets expert. They explore the current multifamily market by analyzing the factors that make a multifamily deal pan out and answer your pressing questions about what rising rates mean for investors. Podcast Breakdown 1:30 — Where we are in the multifamily market now and how it compares to last year and pre-covid. 2:52 — When did you see that shift from people being on the sidelines to then investing...2022-08-3133 min

Refuse FascismPost-Roe Reality Check & January 6 Hearing UpdateIt's just a few weeks into the hellscape that is a post-Roe United States... Sam and Mark chat about just a few of the stories that have come out in recent weeks illustrating the growing catastrophe. Donate to support the Indiana doctor currently under fire from fascist forces for providing abortion care to a 10 year old rape victim who traveled from Ohio here. Recommended Reading: They Will Never Believe Us by Jessica Valenti Dr. Caitlin Bernard Was Meant to Write This With Me Before She Was Attacked for Doing Her Job by Tracey...2022-07-1842 min

Refuse FascismSunsara Taylor: Forced Motherhood = Female EnslavementSam Goldman shares thoughts and commentary on the latest fascist developments domestic and international. Then we share Sunsara Taylor's remarks from an event Feb. 16 at Revolution Books in Harlem on the abortion rights emergency in the US and a powerful call to action now - before Roe is overturned. Original video of Sunsara Taylor's remarks Recommended reading on the crisis with Russia and Ukraine: The antisemitism animating Putin’s claim to ‘denazify’ Ukraine by Jason Stanley Shameless American Chauvinism: “Anti-Authoritarianism” as a “Cover” For Supporting U.S. Imperialism by Bob Avakian ...2022-02-2748 min

The 360 Sound ShowThe 360 Sound Show for 11/26/14This particular 360 went out to the memory of artists who died on the month of November.Jethro Tull (John Glascock) "Too Old To Rock N' Roll, Too Young To Die" (1976)Yma Sumac "Xtabay (Lure Of The Unknown Love)" (1950)Miriam Makeba "The Click Song" (1959)Acker Bilk "Stranger On The Shore" (1962)Eva Cassidy "Autumn Leaves" (1996)The Chieftains (Martin Fay) "The Foxhunt" (1969)Johnny Horton "North To Alaska" (1960)Don Gibson "Oh Lonesome Me" (1957)Stringbean "Good Old Mountain Dew" (1962)Hank Thompson & His Brazos Valley Boys "The Wild Side Of Life" (1963)The Mothers...2019-11-224h 02

Mostly FolkMostly Folk Episode 136 - Christmas - (12/25/15)Send us a textBing Crosby/ The Bells of St. Mary's/Soundtrack Bells of Saint Mary'sTom Pacheco/Christmas On Times Square/Woodstock WinterCeltic Thunder/Christmas Medley/Holiday SymphonySteve Earle/Christmas In Washington/El CorazónDon White/Christmas Memories/Winning StreakDebi Smith/Christmas Is Born/If I Were An AngelCassie and Maggie MacDonald/ Little Road To Bethlehem/singleLaurie Lewis & Tom Rozum/Christmas Time's A-Comin/Winter's GraceReilly & Maloney/Christmas Is Comin'/A Christmas A...2015-12-251h 53

Mostly FolkEpisode 22 (12/22/14) Holiday special Part 2Send us a text Marienne Kreitlow/Jolly Old St. Nicholas/Beautiful IllusionSteve Earle/Christmas In Washington/El CorazónJohn Prine/Christmas In Prison/Sweet RevengeHelen Avakian/ Christmas Tree Vanishing PointDecembersongs/I Won't Be Home For Christmas/Decembersongs '13The Good Lovelies/Another Year To Wait/Under The MistletoeArlon Bennett /The Christmas Tree on Salem Street/World of PossibilityMy Christmas Guitar/My Christmas Guitar/Christine Lavin Presents Just One Angel V2.0Michelle Shocked/The Christmas Song/Ch...2014-12-221h 57