LIFE WITH MIKEY
Episodes
Why This Housing Market Is Not 2008
05 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Mortgage rates just hit around 5.99%. Existing home sales hit a nine-month low. A lot of people see those two numbers and assume the market is dead, b...
The Housing Market Is Broken Into 3 Parts
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The housing market is not one market. It's three. And most people can't tell which one they live in.In this episode, Mikey and Michael give co...
Why America's Biggest Landlord Is Dumping Homes
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mikey and Michael break down the seismic shifts happening in US housing right now: the $17,000 tariff cost now baked into every new...
Is The Housing Market Crashing?
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone is telling you the housing market is about to crash worse than 2008. They’re wrong but the truth might be harder to hear.In this episode,...
Buy vs. Build: The Decision Behind Growing Wealth
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most people think real estate development is just construction. It’s not. The real game starts years before a shovel hits the ground and that’s wh...
How We're Analyzing a $18M Multifamily Building (Step by Step)
28 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most people will never buy a piece of real estate not because they don't have the money, but because nobody ever sat them down and walked them thr...
He Went From Poverty to a $25M portfolio in Real Estate by 31
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Mnatsakanian grew up in poverty as a first-generation American raised by a single mom. He got an engineering degree from UCSD, commissioned as...
Why Your Salary Might Not Build Long-Term Wealth
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If all your income stopped tomorrow, how long would you last?Many people can't answer that question and that's part of the problem.In this e...
2026 Potential Wealth-Building Opportunities Amid Market Shifts
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In today's market, access to capital has become more restricted, with banks lending less than in previous years. The real estate market may feel s...
They Keep Investing Confusing So You Don’t Ask Questions
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Investing can feel complicated for a reason. In this episode, a former financial advisor breaks down how "big words" and Wall Street jargon ...
Everyone Says “Wait.” Here’s Why That Could Cost You Seven Figures
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Are you about to miss the best storage window in years? AJ Osborne breaks down why today’s pricing looks like post-2009, but on higher-quality, inst...
The 401k Mistake That Could Cost You
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most people lock up money too early in retirement accounts and miss flexibility when opportunities show up. In this episode we walk through how we’d...
The Real Estate Mistake Costing Agents Millions
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Real talk for real estate agents and investors. Glennda Baker lays out the painful truth: the second you sell a property, your income stops. She break...
Stop Chasing Income. Start Buying Freedom
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
High earners are not broke… they’re exposed. In this episode, Mikey Taylor and Michael Michalov break down why so many millennials and Gen Z feel ...
Mikey Taylor Just Became Mayor. Here’s Why Housing Is Still Broken
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Real estate investors talk about the housing crisis every day.Very few are actually building solutions.In this episode, Mikey Taylor, cofounder of Com...
Are 7 Stocks Quietly Jeopardizing Your Retirement?
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most investors think they’re diversified. Today Brad Barrett explains why 7 to 10 mega-caps can dominate your “broad market” exposure and what t...
If You Skip This, You’ll Never Close Your First Deal
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Richard Mulder went from Girl/Chocolate pro to starting at zero in real estate. No residuals. No safety net. And every January 1 felt like day one aga...
How Chasing Monthly Payouts Blindsides Smart Investors
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
He raised millions into an ATM fund that paid every month… until the operator went to jail and the whole thing unraveled. Bronson Hill breaks down w...
Watch Before You Buy Life Insurance
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Buying life insurance the wrong way can cost you six figures and leave your family exposed. Russell Boring breaks down term vs whole, indexed universa...
50-Year Mortgages EXPLAINED: Smart Leverage or Affordability Trap?
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Affordability is the buzzword, but are the “solutions” helping you or just headlines? In this solo episode, Mikey breaks down the 50-year mortgage...
Would you walk away from $800K to protect your investors: Justin Brennan’s Real Estate Playbook
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Justin Brennan watched his family go from “riches to rags,” then rebuilt with cash-flow discipline, learning the hard rules of leverage, investor ...
He Tried Rehab 13 Times: How Brandon Novak Finally Beat Addiction
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon Novak went from homeless heroin addict to building sober housing and opening treatment centers without losing his skater DNA or humility. In t...
ADU Revolution 2026: Turn Your Backyard Into Cash Flow
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stuck in the housing gridlock but sitting on equity? The biggest opportunity in real estate right now might be behind your house, not on Zillow. In th...
From Pro Skater to $352M Real Estate Fund
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you go from pro skateboarder…to craft brewery founder…to private-equity real estate—and still love the game? In this solo episode, I brea...
Is the 2026 Real Estate Crash Real?
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone’s yelling “2026 housing crash,” but most of it is noise. In this solo episode, Mikey breaks down the actual signals and how to underwri...
How To Build Wealth Starting with $10K: 5 Moves for 2025
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You don’t need $100,000 to start—here’s a step-by-step playbook to begin with $10K in 2025.What’s inside (5 Wealth Moves):Invest in skills fir...
STOP CHASING CASH FLOW: The 2025 Real Estate Play Nobody’s Talking About
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Mikey breaks down why cash flow is fuel, not the finish line, and how to force appreciation so your deals pencil in a high-rate ...
The Harsh Truth About Pro Skateboarding Money with Micky Papa
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Skateboarding is changing fast and Micky Papa is adapting.From scraping coins for a skate pass to paying off his mom’s mortgage at 17, this is the s...
Reality TV’s Playbook EXPOSED: Doug Weitzbunch on 1% Club, Duck Dynasty, Hell’s Kitchen & Housel House
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Life With Mikey, Mikey Taylor sits down with TV Producer and Entrepreneur @dougweitzbuch1 as he pulls back the curtain on Reality T...
Why Gen Z May NEVER Own a Home | Taylor Avakian on the Housing Crisis & AI’s Future
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is the American Dream officially dead? In this explosive conversation, Mikey, Michael, and Taylor Avakian unpack the brutal truth about today’s hou...
$10 Trillion Is Going On-Chain: How Tokenized Real Estate Makes You a Landlord
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Skyscraper for less than a PlayStation? In this episode, Mikey breaks down how real estate is getting tokenized and what it actually is, how $50 buy-i...
Is the Real Estate Market Crashing... or Just Changing? (What Buyers & Sellers NEED to Know!)
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Buyers are backing out. Sellers are in denial. What the heck is going on with the real estate market in 2025?In this solo episode, Mikey Taylor breaks...
This designer-turned-developer is redefining luxury: Life With Mikey with Ben Uyeda
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this electrifying episode of Life With Mikey, we sit down with Ben Uyeda—visionary designer, architect, and founder of Reset Hotel in Joshua Tree...
Why Most Entrepreneurs Stay Broke | Dan Martell Reveals The Harsh Truth
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Martell is here to break your mindset wide open. In this raw, inspiring, and deeply personal episode of Life With Mikey, we dive into the untold t...
Is the Housing Market on the Brink of Collapse?
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Mikey Taylor breaks down what's really happening in today’s housing market and why the numbers don’t tell the full story...
Bonus Depreciation Is BACK! How Kathy & Rich Fettke Built Real Wealth
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of Life With Mikey is a real estate and relationship masterclass featuring Kathy & Rich Fettke, founders of RealWealth and champions ...
House Hacking 2.0: Buy a Home, Pay Almost Nothing?
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With interest rates hovering around 7% and home prices averaging over $440,000, homeownership feels impossible for many young buyers. But in this epis...
Dorm-Room to Jet Empire: Life With Mikey Episode 48 with Kolin Jones
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how a 24-year-old with zero VC money can out-hustle billion-dollar jet giants? Meet Kolin Jones, pilot-turned-founder of Amalfi Jets, th...
The Playbook for Going Viral, Cashing In & Keeping It Real.
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mikey Taylor sits down with Gen-Z marketing prodigy Willow Kaii, the mastermind behind $6M+ in evergreen course sales for an unfiltered deep dive into...
Is the American Dream dead? Why most Millennials can’t buy homes in 2025
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Homeownership feels out of reach and you’re not imagining it.In this solo episode of Life With Mikey, Mikey Taylor breaks down the current state of ...
Is Your Real Estate Deal Breaking The Law?
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Life With Mikey, Mikey Taylor sits down with real estate syndication attorney and entrepreneur Bethany LaFlam, a powerhouse behind ...
This One Bill Could Save Real Estate Investors MILLIONS in Taxes
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Mikey Taylor breaks down the controversial One Big Beautiful Bill Act.and why it could be a game-changer for real estate investo...
5 Real-Estate Plays Set to Explode by 2026
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Survive ‘til 25? Forget that—this episode shows you how to thrive in 26. Michael Michalov and Mikey Taylor fire through a no-BS lightning round ...
Why 90% of Day Traders Are Losing Money
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day trading isn’t just risky—it’s designed for you to lose. In this brutally honest episode, former financial advisor Michael Michalov joins Mik...
Why Most Airbnb Hosts Are Failing—Avery Carl Breaks Down the Coming Crash
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Life With Mikey, Avery Carl—real estate investor, author, and founder of The Short Term Shop—breaks down how she scaled from on...
The harsh reality of life after pro sports: Life With Mikey Episode 40 with Cole Seely
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Cole opens up about the highs and lows of professional racing, the harsh reality of money management as an athlete, struggling with O...
California real estate is broken… but LA might’ve just figured it out: Life With Mikey Episode 39 with Michael Michael Michalov
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Life With Mikey, Mikey Taylor and Michael Michalov break down California’s affordable housing crisis — and why now might be the...
The Dark Truth About Being a Hollywood Stuntman: Life With Mikey Episode 38 with Mike "Rooftop" Escamilla
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a BMX icon turns stuntman, dodges bankruptcy, lives in his car, flips a helicopter on a bike, and gets a balloon shot out of his mou...
From Heroin Addiction to Nike Exec to Entrepreneur: Life With Mikey Episode 37
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this raw and unfiltered episode of Life With Mikey, Jordan opens up about:Battling heroin addiction and spending a year incarceratedHustling his w...
How Neen Williams Built an 8-Location Burger Empire From Scratch: Life With Mikey Episode 36
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Life With Mikey, Mikey Taylor sits down with legendary pro skater turned entrepreneur and fitness coach Neen Williams. From partyin...
Gut Health, Stress & The Real Reason You Get Sick: Life With Mikey Episode 35 with Rachel Scheer
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Life With Mikey, Mikey Taylor sits down with functional nutritionist and gut health expert Rachel Scheer for a deep dive into the w...
HOW BARTON DAMER LANDED NIKE, LOUIS VUITTON & NEW BALANCE: Life With Mikey Episode 34
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Life With Mikey, we sit down with Barton Damer, the founder of Already Been Chewed (ABC), a top-tier motion design and 3D animation...
From Golf Pro to CEO: Life With Mikey Episode 33 with Sam Yi
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when your dream career doesn’t pan out? Sam Yi, former pro golfer turned golf entrepreneur, shares how he pivoted from chasing the PGA ...
From Pro Skater to Raising $1.5Million For Black Plague Brewing: Life With Mikey Episode 32 with Jordan Hoffart
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Life With Mikey, former pro skateboarder Jordan Hoffart shares his journey from landing insane tricks to launching Black Plague Bre...
Almost 50% of nonprofits aren’t set up for the right reasons: Life With Mikey Episode 31 with Matt Coulter
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Life With Mikey, we sit down with the multi-faceted entrepreneur Matt Coulter to unpack his wild journey from real estate to runnin...
Why the Housing Market Won’t Crash – The Harsh Truth: Life With Mikey Episode 30 with Brad Rice
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The housing market is in crisis—high interest rates, low supply, and skyrocketing prices. Can anything fix this? In this episode of Life With Mikey,...
From College Side Hustle to Multi-Million Dollar Business : Life With Mikey Episode 29 with Sergio Silesky & Johnny Robinson
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode ofLife With Mikey, Johnny Robinson & Sergio Silesky share their wild entrepreneurial journey—starting with a $150 window cleanin...
Only poor people think the system is rigged: Life With Mikey Episode 28 with Dr. Brad Klontz
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is Your Mindset Keeping You Broke? Dr. Brad Klontz, clinical psychologist, financial expert, and bestselling author, joins Life With Mikey to expose t...
Real Estate, Squatters, and the Homelessness Crisis: Life With Mikey Episode 27 with George McCleary
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Real Estate, Squatters, and the Homelessness Crisis: Life With Mikey Episode 27 with George McCleary In this episode of Life With Mikey, Mikey Tayl...
Mike Mo Capaldi on Launching PSL Skateboarding: Life With Mikey Episode 26
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Life With Mikey, Mikey Taylor and Michael Michalov catch up with skateboarding legend Mike Mo Capaldi. After dominating the skate s...
California Fires: Who's Really to Blame
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Los Angeles is on fire! Could that have been prevented? What is going on... In this episode of Life With Mikey, we're stepping away from our usual bus...
Why Starting a Business is for Suckers: Life With Mikey Episode 24 with Josh Wilson
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think starting a business is the best path to success? Think again. In this eye-opening episode of Life With Mikey, Mikey Taylor and business acquisit...
Unlocking 30% Returns in Real Estate: Life With Mikey Episode 23 With Antonio Edwards
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this electrifying episode of Life With Mikey, host Mikey Taylor sits down with seasoned real estate guru Antonio Edwards to dissect one of the most...
California Housing Crash? Life With Mikey #22 with Rich Somers
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode #22 of Life With Mikey, Mikey sits down with real estate expert Rich Somers to explore the future of the California housing market. Are we ...
The Exit Strategy You Didn’t Know You Needed: Life With Mikey #21 with Charlie Hoch
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mikey Taylor and entrepreneur Charlie Hoch dive into his journey of disrupting the cannabis industry, selling and buying back his company, and balanci...
From Skater to Millionaire: Life With Mikey #20 with Greg Lutzka
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Life With Mikey, Mikey Taylor sits down with skateboarding icon Greg Lutzka, who opens up about his journey from Milwaukee to Calif...
Hedge Funds vs. Homebuyers: Life With Mikey #19 with Jessie Rodriguez
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Life With Mikey tackles today’s real estate challenges with investor Jessie Rodriguez, host of HGTV’s Vintage Flip. Mikey and Jes...
Overcoming Adversity & Building a Life of Purpose: Life With Mikey #18 with Giselle Ugarte
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We sat down with the dynamic Giselle Ugarte, a renowned performance coach, motivational speaker, and founder of The Talent Brokerage. Giselle opens up...
Mastering the Art of the Pitch | Life With Mikey #17 with Oren Klaff
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Life With Mikey, Mikey Taylor and Michael Michalov are joined by Oren Klaff, author of Pitch Anything, to uncover the secrets of po...
How to Build Wealth and Balance Life With The Saving Whiz: Life With Mikey #16 with Gina Zakaria
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Life With Mikey, we sit down with Gina Zakaria, better known as the “Savings Whiz,” to explore her incredible journey from debt...
How a $30K Investment Changed Our Real Estate Game: Life With Mikey #15 with Jessica Stocker and Jacob Fowler of Menscrafted
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We sit down with Jacob Fowler and Jessica Stocker, the dynamic duo behind Menscrafted, to dive into their real estate journey. From making bold moves ...
The Fed Attempts To Crash The Housing Market: Where Should You Invest Now? Life With Mikey #14 with Kathy Fettke
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kathy Fettke is a leading expert in real estate and economics, frequently featured on CNN, CNBC, Fox News, NPR, and other major media outlets. She is ...
The Truth About Syndications: Life With Mikey #13 with Michael Michalov
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We dive deep into the complexities of fund-of-funds and syndications with Commune COO Michael Michalov, revealing the often overlooked risks of entrus...
Influencer to Entrepreneur: Life With Mikey #12 with Kinsey Wolanski
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kinsey Wolanski is an entrepreneur and social media influencer renowned for her bold ventures and diverse interests. From making waves in the real est...
The Future Of Motocross: Life With Mikey #11 with Jase Macalpine
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jase Macalpine, the dynamic host of the Gypsy Tales Podcast, is a storyteller at heart with a passion for capturing the essence of the action sports w...
Graffiti Legend RISK Talks About Getting Shot While Tagging: Life With Mikey #10
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kelly "RISK" Graval is a legendary figure in street art, renowned for his pioneering contributions to the graffiti movement. RISK's inno...
Airbnb Is Dead... Or Is It?: Life With Mikey #9 with Rob Abasolo
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rob Abasolo, known as Robuilt, is a renowned real estate investor and Airbnb expert. He started by building a tiny house in his backyard, which led to...
Financial Advisors are losing you money: Life With Mikey #8 with Michael Michalov
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest installment of "Life With Mikey," we're joined by Michael Michalov, the COO of Commune Capital, who has an extensive 25-ye...
How To Live In A Digital World: Life With Mikey #7 with Courtney Carter
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Courtney Carter, founder of Carter Media Group (CMG), a leader in building story-driven and innovative brands. CMG partners with luminaries such as Li...
THE SCIENCE BEHIND SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING: Life with Mikey Ep. #6
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Eric Bork, CEO of AVNI Lab. From his early days as a professional skateboarder with Santa Cruz Skateboards to becoming an entrepreneur, Eric has maste...
Eric Bork Episode 6: Coming Tuesday
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ Life With Mikey 🎙️ Episode 6 with Eric Bork drops Tuesday at 9 am PST. "Life With Mikey" is a dynamic podcast hosted by Mikey ...
Cobra Kai star Bo Mitchell talks Hollywood, Entrepreneurship, and Investing on Life With Mikey Ep. #5
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bo Mitchell is best known for his roles as Wayne Powers’ nephew in HBO’s hit series 'Eastbound and Down' and as Brucks in the Netflix orig...
How to Become A Successful Actor: Life With Mikey Ep. #4 with Chad Brannon
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chad Brannon is renowned for his role as Zander Smith on "General Hospital," captivating audiences from 2000 to 2004, with a return in 2009....
Chad Brannon Episode 4: Coming Tuesday
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ Life With Mikey 🎙️ Episode 4 with Chad Brannon drops Tuesday at 9 am PST. "Life With Mikey" is a dynamic podcast hosted by M...
How To Raise Money From Investors In 2024: Life With Mikey Ep. #3 with Michael Michalov
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest installment of "Life With Mikey," we're joined by Michael Michalov, the COO of Commune Capital, who has an extensive 25-ye...
Michael Michalov Episode 3: Coming Tuesday
31 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ Life With Mikey 🎙️ Episode 3 with Michael Michalov drops Tuesday at 9 am PST. "Life With Mikey" is a dynamic podcast hosted b...
The Most Interesting Man On The Internet | Life With Mikey Ep. #2 with Gino The Ghost
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gino The Ghost, is a 2x Grammy-winning producer, songwriter, and artist based in Los Angeles. Originally from Detroit, he’s made a name for himself ...
Gino The Ghost Episode 2: Coming Tuesday
17 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ Life With Mikey 🎙️ Episode 2 with Gino The Ghost drops Tuesday 9am PST. "Life With Mikey" is a dynamic podcast hosted by Mike...
Pro Skateboarders Aren't Making Money | Life With Mikey Ep. #1 with Paul Rodriguez
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Rodriguez, known as P-Rod, is a legendary skateboarder and entrepreneur, celebrated for his multiple X Games medals and founding the influential ...
Paul Rodriguez Episode 1: Coming Tuesday
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the first episode of "Life With Mikey," we sit down with skateboard legend Paul Rodriguez to talk about the current state of skateboardin...