The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing For Entrepreneurs

Welcome to The A Game Podcast, so much more than a self help hour and Real Estate Investing For Entrepreneurs. Discussing what makes people excel in life, music, business, real estate investing for entrepreneurs to live the life they want and chase their dreams. From MMA and UFC fighters, to investors who flip residential real estate or have massive passive income through commercial real estate or wholesaling this is the Podcast for you. Discover the mindset and daily habits of some of the most successful people out there as they share their secrets to success and no matter what they do, they ALWAYS bring their A Game!!

Rental Management Secrets from $35 Billion in Property Data | Ryan Barone 07/13/2026

The Hidden Cost of Playing It Safe | Casey Gregersen 07/06/2026

The Hidden Cost of Playing It Safe | Casey Gregersen What if you could build a real estate empire doing hundreds of deals, run your own capital fund, and still never miss a single moment with your kids - because you designed your entire business around being present, not around being rich? Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing For Entrepreneurs for a fired up, high energy conversation with Casey Gregersen, aka "Capital Casey," founder and CEO of Bighorn Capital Fund, former college quarterback, and family-first investor who went from working oil rigs in the middle of the Gulf of Mexico to running a full scale real estate operation across Montana and Wyoming in under five years. This isn't just another deal-flow episode - it's a real look at what it takes to walk away from a "comfortable" W-2, take the leap into entrepreneurship, and build a business engineered to buy back your time instead of stealing it. Whether you're a beginner trying to land your first rental, a W-2 professional wondering how to get into passive income, or an experienced investor ready to scale into multifamily, capital raising, and creative financing, this episode is loaded with real numbers, real systems, and real talk. Casey breaks down the real game: ✅ Why he believes chasing the single family to multifamily "progression" still matters, and the one shortcut beginners can take instead ✅ The three exit strategy rule every new flipper needs before touching their first deal ✅ How his "Revive Method" lets him partner with motivated sellers, take over distressed high equity properties, and split the profit instead of taking on all the risk ✅ The exact script he gives new investors to source deals for free by working with wholesalers who can't move their contracts ✅ How he scaled from private money loans secured against his own equity into running a full-blown customizable capital fund with debt, equity, syndication, and oil and gas offerings under one roof ✅ Why some of his best capital partners are still W-2 earners, and how they use their balance sheets to win better bank terms on multifamily deals ✅ What it really means to build a business you can run without sacrificing the people you're building it for + more Connect with Casey: Connect with Bighorn Capital Fund: Connect with Gregersen Properties: Connect with Wyohouses: --- Connect with Nick Lamagna /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/41960965

The Phase All Entrepreneurs Goes Through But Most Never Talk About | Marcus Whitney 06/29/2026

The Phase All Entrepreneurs Goes Through But Most Never Talk About | Marcus Whitney What if a self-taught coder and waiter became one of the most active healthcare venture capitalists in the country - and could teach you everything about reinventing yourself, embracing the incubation period, and finding massive opportunity in the chaos everyone else is running from? Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing For Entrepreneurs for one of the most raw, real, and inspiring conversations we've had - Marcus Whitney, co-founder and CEO of Jumpstart Health Investors, 3x IBJJF Masters World Champion, soccer team co-owner, podcast host, hip hop head, and creative rebel who went from broke waiter in Nashville to venture capitalist disrupting the entire healthcare industry. This isn't just a business episode - it's a masterclass on identity, reinvention, critical thinking, and what it really means to build a life worth living on your own terms, whether you're in the grind, on the mat, or in the middle of figuring out what the next chapter looks like. Whether you're an entrepreneur trying to raise capital, a Jiu Jitsu competitor questioning your next move, a real estate investor looking for your edge, or just someone trying to figure out who they are when the title gets stripped away - this conversation will change the way you think about failure, freedom, and what it actually means to bring your A Game. Marcus went from dropping out of college and showing up to a restaurant in uniform asking for a job on the spot, to building, scaling, and selling multiple companies and running one of the most active early-stage healthcare VC firms in the US. Now he's opening up about the lessons, the losses, and the season of life nobody talks about - the incubation period. While most people only talk about the climb, Marcus breaks down the real game: ✅ Why standing still is the riskiest move you can make in today's economy - and what entrepreneurship as "full contact economics" really means ✅ How to separate your identity from your achievements so failure never has the power to break you ✅ The difference between the Hustler and the Hacker - and why you need both to create outsized performance in business and in life ✅ What waiting tables taught him about people skills that no MBA program ever could ✅ Why the incubation period isn't failure - it's the most important season of growth most people never give themselves permission to experience ✅ How surrounding yourself with the right people (and cutting back on the wrong ones) is the single biggest lever you can pull for your future ✅ Why hope is the most underrated weapon an entrepreneur has - and how to use it to survive the seasons when nothing seems to be working ✅ What Jiu Jitsu, venture capital, and going back to white belt in Mexico City all have in common + more Connect with Marcus: Connect with Jumpstart Foundry: Connect with Jumpstart Health Ecosystem: Connect with Nashville Soccer Club: --- Connect with Nick Lamagna /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/41855350

From 100k Loss To Over 100 Deals Investing In Real Estate | Tommy Harr (Re-release) 06/22/2026

From 100k Loss To Over 100 Deals Investing In Real Estate | Tommy Harr (Re-release) Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast with his guest Tommy Harr, the phenom real estate investor, social media star and host of Zombie House Flipping: Family Busines on A&E! Celebrating the launch of Tommy Harr's new hit tv show with a re-release of our fantastic conversation! We're beyond proud of Tommy and so happy for the opportunity he has to show people how one of the truly good guys in the business is crushing it with the people he loves. Tommy went from a D-1 Athlete out of Ohio and climbed his way through the ranks of being a home inspector and Property preservationist. Tommy Transitioned his drive and discipline from soccer to a career In real estate investing and now even a social media STAR with a tremendous following you need to check out if you have not already! In his 20's Tommy has achieved so much including building a portfolio over 65 rentals worth over 15 million, 25 Short term rentals managed in house, done over 100 wholesale deals and renovated over 150 properties! He has been featured twice on Business Insider in 2022 and he is now building a community where he is teaching others to find the success he has found called The Real Side Real Estate Education. Don't miss this episode with a lot of great straight forward content on getting your first deals, rehabbing, keeping yourself safe in this dynamic market and scaling your business to financial freedom through real estate investing. Topics for this episode include: ✅ How real estate investors should adjust numbers to stay safe in todays market ✅ Is there too big a budget when flipping houses ✅ Can you cash flow with todays interest rates ✅ How real estate investors should pay your contractors ✅ Quick ways to tell if you have a bad contractor ✅ How to use social media to build your real estate business ✅ Growing your social media in a short amount of time + More! See the show notes to connect with all things Tommy Harr! Connect with Tommy: Watch on A&E --- Connect with Nick Lamagna /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/41724480

From Rock Star to Black Belt: Discipline, People Skills & the Principles of Success | John Keefe of Boys Like Girls 06/15/2026

From Rock Star to Black Belt: Discipline, People Skills & the Principles of Success | John Keefe of Boys Like Girls In this episode of The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing For Entrepreneurs, host Nick Lamagna sits down with John “Beef” Keefe, drummer for the multi-platinum rock band Boys Like Girls, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt under Shawn Williams, coach, entrepreneur, and performer. From touring the world on sold-out stages to overcoming serious injuries and earning a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, John shares the mindset, discipline, and habits that create long term success in any field. John breaks down the lessons he's learned from over 20 years in the music industry, how Jiu Jitsu transformed his approach to life, business, and relationships, and why consistency beats motivation every time. Whether you're an entrepreneur, athlete, business owner, musician, or someone looking to level up personally and professionally, this conversation is packed with actionable insights. You'll learn how to stay calm under pressure, develop elite habits, improve leadership skills, manage ego, build strong partnerships, overcome setbacks, and create a life centered around growth and purpose. In this episode, we cover: ✅ How consistency beats motivation - and why the best performers show up even when they don't feel like it ✅ Pressure management - the self-talk, breathing routines, and mental frameworks that help you perform under bright lights (or in front of thousands of fans) ✅ Why musicians make great grapplers - the surprising connection between drumming with four limbs and flowing in jiu-jitsu ✅ Recovering from a broken neck - how Beef went from being told he'd never train again to earning his black belt ✅ The ego trap - why the best coaches (and bandmates) say "I don't know" and why that builds more trust than faking it ✅ Band dynamics as a business - how to maintain 20-year partnerships, navigate hierarchy, and handle conflict without blowing up what you've built ✅ Smelling the roses - how to stay present and grateful when the grind makes it easy to miss the moment Connect with John: Connect with Boys Like Girls: Connect with Renzo Gracie Nashville: --- Connect with Nick Lamagna /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/41635520

The Secret to Staying Dangerous as You Get Older | Karel "Silver Fox" Pravec 06/08/2026

The Secret to Staying Dangerous as You Get Older | Karel "Silver Fox" Pravec What if the most dangerous person in the room looked nothing like what you expected - and had lessons for your business, your discipline, and your life that no MBA could teach you? Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing For Entrepreneurs for one of the most inspiring and eye-opening conversations we've had - Karel "Silver Fox" Pravec, 5th degree black belt under Renzo Gracie, author, app creator, and one of the most respected teachers in the global Brazilian jiu-jitsu community. This isn't just a jiu-jitsu episode - it's a masterclass on longevity, leadership, discipline, and what it really takes to build something that lasts, whether that's a martial arts school, a business, or a legacy. Whether you're a competitor, a school owner, an entrepreneur, or just someone trying to show up every single day and get 1% better - this conversation will change the way you think about consistency, ego, and what it means to truly master something. Karel built his game not on athleticism or natural talent, but on technique, adaptability, and showing up - training alongside legends like John Danaher, Matt Serra, and Ricardo Almeida out of Renzo Gracie's blue basement, and going on to teach students on every continent in the world. Now he's sharing the exact mindset that keeps him rolling - and winning - decades later. While most people are looking for shortcuts, Silver Fox breaks down the real game: ✅ Why discipline - not talent - is the only thing that separates good from great, on the mat and in business ✅ How to train smarter as you age so you can stay on the mat (and in the game) for decades ✅ The biggest mistake passion-based business owners make when they open a school - and why most don't survive the shakeout ✅ Why ego doesn't get eliminated in jiu-jitsu - it gets managed, and what that means for leadership ✅ What 99 straight days of training during the pandemic taught him about accountability and keeping your word to yourself ✅ How he built a global student base through YouTube, a BJJ app, and weekly live sessions - and why the live connection is everything + more Connect with Karel “Silver Fox” Pravec and the Academy: Download Silver Fox BJJ app: --- Connect with Nick Lamagna /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/41560775

An $800 Side Hustle Into A Multi-Million Dollar Exit: The Story Nobody Saw Coming | Shamus McNutt 06/01/2026

An $800 Side Hustle Into A Multi-Million Dollar Exit: The Story Nobody Saw Coming | Shamus McNutt What if you could build, scale, and sell a business for life-changing money - and then help other founders do the same? Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing For Entrepreneurs for one of the most entertaining and educational conversations we've had in a long time - Shamus McNutt, engineer turned entrepreneur, exit strategist, and founder of Volare AI, an advisory firm helping business owners scale smarter, grow profits, and exit for maximum value. This isn't just another founder story - it's a masterclass on what it really takes to build something from $800 and sell it for 10 figures, and what most entrepreneurs get completely wrong when it's time to walk away from the table. Whether you're just starting out, deep in the grind, or already thinking about your exit, the insights in this episode will change the way you look at building and selling a business forever. Shamus went from mechanical engineering grad at the Colorado School of Mines to co-founding Belong Designs and FlowState Branding, scaling to $5M in annual revenue fully bootstrapped, nearly losing it all, pivoting through COVID to their first 7-figure month, and ultimately selling for a life-changing exit. Now he's dedicated to making sure other founders don't have to go through that process alone. While most founders are building without an exit plan, Shamus breaks down the real game: ✅ Why most entrepreneurs don't even know they can sell their business - and how to start thinking like a buyer right now ✅ How to avoid the sharks in the M&A world and protect yourself from predatory buyers ✅ Why you need to prepare your business for an exit 2-3 years BEFORE you go to market ✅ What really happens emotionally the day the money hits your account - and why the Ferrari won't fix it ✅ How to build a business with your best friends, have the tough conversations, and still keep the friendship + more Connect with Shamus: Connect with Volare AI: --- Connect with Nick Lamagna /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/41460975

Short Sales Are Back: The Forgotten Real Estate Strategy Most Investors Miss | David Randolph 05/18/2026

Short Sales Are Back: The Forgotten Real Estate Strategy Most Investors Miss | David Randolph What if everything you thought you knew about short sales was dead wrong? Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing For Entrepreneurs for a masterclass with one of the most knowledgeable and exciting guests we've had on the show - David Randolph, a real estate investor, educator, and hard money lender who has spent over 15 years cracking the code on one of the most misunderstood strategies in real estate - short sales. This isn't just a conversation about buying houses - it's a deep dive into how to find hidden deals, negotiate directly with banks, and build real wealth in any market. Whether you're a brand new investor, an experienced rehabber, or someone looking to put your retirement account to work, the strategies in this episode will change the way you look at distressed real estate forever. He is the founder of Short Sale Prophets, a coaching program helping investors across the country build wealth using his three core principles - Procedures, Profits, and People. He retired at 42 from a successful corporate career, homeschooled his kids, and after one three-day seminar made a decision that changed everything! You will want to hear his incredible story of how he went from chemical engineering to cracking the short sale code and building a fortune one deal at a time! While most investors are chasing deals on the MLS, David shares rare insight into: ✅ Why the most common definition of a short sale is completely wrong ✅ How to find motivated sellers using FREE public records - no paid lists needed ✅ Why banks are in desperation mode RIGHT NOW and accepting massive discounts ✅ How to stop a foreclosure and take control of the timeline ✅ The truth about deficiency judgments and the tax trap most investors ignore ✅ How to use your IRA or retirement account to become the lender and earn strong returns + more See the show notes to connect with all things David Randolph! Connect with David: Connect with Short Sale Prophets: Text INTRO to 636-685-2990 for David's FREE monthly 2-hour live Zoom short sale workshop --- Connect with Nick Lamagna /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/41328080

Former Pro Hockey Player Reveals How Real Estate Investors Can Buy Back Their Time | Bob Lachance Round 2 05/11/2026

Secret Service Agent: Rare Insight on Panic vs Performance | Joe Scargill Part 2 05/05/2026

Secret Service Agent: Rare Insight on Panic vs Performance | Joe Scargill Part 2 What really happens when everything is on the line? With security, public safety, and real-world threats dominating headlines right now, including the shooting at the white house correspondence dinner where you saw Dana White and others, this episode couldn’t be more relevant. Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing For Entrepreneurs for a RETURN appearance with one of the most unique and fascinating guests we've ever had on the show - Joe Scargill, an active U.S. Secret Service agent, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt, and leader responsible for protecting high-level targets in some of the most high-pressure environments in the world. This isn’t just a conversation about law enforcement—it’s a deep dive into how to stay calm, think clearly, and execute when everything is at stake. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, investor, athlete, or someone looking to perform at a higher level, the lessons in this episode will change how you approach pressure, risk, and decision-making. He is the man behind Academy Safe, a nonprofit organization dedicated to certifying martial arts schools with background checks, safety protocols and standards that protect students, kids and families training in gyms across the country. You can find him at A Force BJJ in Ponte Vedre, FL! You will want to hear his incredible story of what it really takes to operate at the highest level under the highest pressure every single day! While most people only see what happens on the surface, Joe shares rare insight into: ✅ How the Secret Service actually handles real-world threats ✅ How Jiu Jitsu trains your brain to make better decisions under pressure ✅ The honest truth about TRT, peptides and BPC-157 for aging athletes ✅ Why cooking at home may be the most underrated health hack you're ignoring ✅ How agents make split-second decisions under extreme pressure + more See the show notes to connect with all things Joe Scargill! Connect with Joe: Connect with Academy Safe: Connect with A Force BJJ: --- Connect with Nick Lamagna /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/41147150

Why High Performers Self-Sabotage (And the Advantage It Creates) | Mike Ochsner 04/27/2026

Why High Performers Self-Sabotage (And the Advantage It Creates) | Mike Ochsner Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing for Entrepreneurs with our guest Mike Ochsner, also known as "Ox" - former MMA fighter from the days when it was still called NHB, elite firearms trainer for Special Forces, three-time bestselling author, competitive shooter, and high-level real estate investor who once owned the original domain iBuyHouses.com! After 15 concussions left him with vertigo, chronic pain, focus issues and sleep problems that traditional medicine couldn't fix, Mike went deep into applied neuroscience and discovered that simple vision and balance drills could do in 20 minutes what months of rehab couldn't. After a decade working with over a thousand high performers, he developed the Vision Training Method and has been helping athletes, veterans, entrepreneurs and real estate investors eliminate brain fog, crush self-sabotage and perform at their peak ever since. He is the author of the bestselling book Unleash ADHD as Your $6 Million Superpower and creator of the free Peak Brain Reboot Workshop, and he is here to show you how to make your brain work for you - not against you. Whether you're an investor, entrepreneur, or athlete, this episode is packed with powerful insights on: ✅ Why smart people make terrible decisions under stress and how to fix it fast ✅ A simple breathing technique that resets your nervous system in under 60 seconds ✅ Why ADHD is actually a superpower in sales and entrepreneurship ✅ The foods silently destroying your focus and decision making every day ✅ How to stop self-sabotage before it costs you the win + more A must listen episode you will not want to miss! Connect with Mike: Improve your brain in minutes with Vision Training: Free Peak Brain Reboot workshop: Get your copy of “Unleash ADHD As Your $6 Million Superpower” book: -- Connect with Nick Lamagna /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/40999275

Someone Can Take Your House — And It Can Cost You Everything | George McCleary 04/20/2026

Someone Can Take Your House — And It Can Cost You Everything | George McCleary Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing for Entrepreneurs with our guest George McCleary, a real estate investor, broker, developer, entrepreneur, and viral internet sensation based out of the Portland area who has been in the game for over two decades! He is the man behind the massively viral video "I Stole A House" which exploded across the internet and caught the attention of some of the biggest names and platforms in media including Joe Rogan, Dr. Phil, and Bigger Pockets, making him one of the most recognized voices in the country on the topics of squatters, title fraud, and deed theft. This seasoned real estate veteran has done it all - from buy and holds, rehabs, BRRRRs, flips, multifamily and high rise commercial deals of all shapes and sizes - and runs McCleary Realty and Development out of the Pacific Northwest. He turned his viral moment into a mission, launching Squatter Defender and Title Fraud Defender to help landlords, investors, and homeowners protect what is theirs before it is too late. Whether you are a first time investor or a seasoned landlord with a full portfolio, this episode delivers powerful and practical insights on: ✅ How squatters legally exploit landlord tenant law in every state ✅ What you should NEVER do when you discover a squatter in your property ✅ Proven prevention strategies to keep squatters out before they get in ✅ Creative and legal methods people have used to remove squatters ✅ What title fraud and deed theft are and why most investors have never heard of them ✅ How to monitor your title so equity theft gets caught before it becomes a nightmare + more Incredible conversation packed with lessons on real estate investing, asset protection, landlord strategy, and how to protect the wealth you have worked so hard to build that you will not want to miss! Connect with George: Connect with Squatter Defender: Connect with Squatter Defender: -- Connect with Nick Lamagna /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/40923515

The One Skill That Opens Every Door In Business, Life & Jiu Jitsu | Dr. Arman Fathi 04/13/2026

The One Skill That Opens Every Door In Business, Life & Jiu Jitsu | Dr. Arman Fathi Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing for Entrepreneurs with our guest Dr. Arman Fathi, a chiropractor, entrepreneur, classically trained pianist and one of the most socially accepted BJJ practitioners in the entire country! He is the first black belt under Idris Redzovic of the legendary Redzovic Brothers AND holds a black belt under the polarizing Eddie Bravo in the 10th Planet system, making him one of the rare few to hold elite rank across two of the most respected and opposing schools of thought in jiu jitsu. This almost-dentist earned his bachelor's, master's and doctorate in chiropractic and is one of the few people on the planet who can break you and put you back together in the same day. His hands humble people on the mats and heal people off them, and those same fingers can be found making beautiful music on the piano as he performs alongside Eddie Bravo's band Hook Thieves. He owned and sold a successful BJJ academy, and has built genuine bridges across BJJ schools, gyms and communities all over the country through his people first approach to life and business. He is a master of relationships, a student of longevity and a walking example of what it looks like to turn every passion into a profession without ever burning a bridge along the way. Whether you’re an investor, entrepreneur, athlete, or simply someone hungry for inspiration, this episode delivers powerful insights on: ✅ How to get welcomed at any BJJ gym nationwide ✅ What’s common between music theory and jiu jitsu ✅ Zone Technique chiropractic and why it changes everything ✅ Why people skills beat business skills every single time ✅ How belonging to a community changes your entire life + more Incredible conversation packed with lessons on business, health, martial arts and life you will not want to miss! Connect with Arman: Connect with 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu: Connect with 10th Planet Oceanside: Connect with Hook Thieves: -- Connect with Nick Lamagna /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/40819725

How to Make Money with Probate Real Estate (Step-by-Step Guide) | Al Nicoletti 04/06/2026

Why You’re Making Money But Still Broke (And How to Fix It) | David Richter 03/30/2026

Why You’re Making Money But Still Broke (And How to Fix It) | David Richter Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing For Entrepreneurs with David Richter, the man helping real estate investors and entrepreneurs stop working their faces off only to wonder where all the money went! David is an investor, entrepreneur, author, podcast host and financial literacy savior fighting out of Florida by way of Northwest Indiana. He has been a part of closing over 850 real estate deals across wholesaling, rentals, fix and flips, BRRRR, lease options and owner financing and realized the biggest breakthrough wasn't doing MORE deals - it was figuring out why so many investors were distressed, broke and stuck even when the money was coming in. He scaled a company doing $25 million a month in deals and watched it implode anyway because the back end money system wasn't there. That painful experience became his superpower. He went on to write Profit First for Real Estate Investors and founded Simple CFO Solutions, where they provide fractional CFO services helping real estate investors and business owners get a fresh perspective, ditch the vanity metrics, and build real profit, real reserves and real peace of mind while scaling their business! You will want to hear how giving every dollar a name can change everything! Topics for this episode include: ✅ Why High Earning Entrepreneurs Still Feel Broke And What To Do About It ✅ What The Profit First System Is And How To Start Today ✅ How To Stop Living Deal To Deal And Build Real Financial Freedom ✅ The Difference Between A CPA, Bookkeeper And Fractional CFO ✅ Why Accountability Is The Missing Link In Your Financial System ✅ How To Start With Just 1% And Still Change Your Financial Future ✅ Money Anxiety, Emotional Intelligence And Showing Up Better In All Areas Of Life + More See the show notes to connect with all things David Richter! Connect with David: Connect with Simple CFO: Connect with Nick Lamagna /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/40572245

How to Face Fear and Go All In On The Life You Always Wanted | Alberto Crane 03/23/2026

How to Face Fear and Go All In On The Life You Always Wanted | Alberto Crane BJJ black belt and UFC veteran Alberto Crane joins Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing For Entrepreneurs for a raw, candid, and deeply inspiring conversation that covers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, entrepreneurship, mindset, overcoming MS, coaching, and building a business all in one episode. From competing in some of the biggest fight organizations in the world to packing up and moving to Brazil with nothing but passion and a dream, Alberto breaks down what it truly means to go ALL IN - the philosophy behind his powerful new book - and why the most important word in business and life might just be "No." You'll hear the real story behind his journey from scrappy competitor losing 13 tournaments in a row to becoming one of the most respected names in the Los Angeles BJJ and fitness community, and what it truly takes to stay in the fight when life throws its hardest punches. But this isn't just a fight story - Alberto gets real about the money and the mission too. He breaks down how Legacy BJJ grew organically from a love of the mat into a full-service training facility with affiliates across Burbank, Glendale, Pasadena, Santa Clarita, Malibu, San Diego, and beyond - featuring BJJ, TACFIT, strength and conditioning, cold plunge, sauna, massage, and the famous Acai Cafe. In this episode, you'll learn: ✅ How to push through fear, indecision, and the freeze response in business and competition ✅ What elite athletes like Tom Brady and Michael Phelps do mentally that anyone can copy ✅ The secret to emotional intelligence in leadership and why it keeps great people around for years ✅ Training longevity tips for the aging athlete - compensation work, TACFIT, and why less is more ✅ How he manages business, family, and an MS diagnosis with purpose, gratitude, and grace 👉 Subscribe to The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing for Entrepreneurs on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube - and if this episode hits home, share it with a friend who loves BJJ, UFC, martial arts, entrepreneurship, or building a better life. Connect with Alberto: Connect with Legacy BJJ: Connect with TACFIT: Connect with Alberto Crane Show: Read Alberto’s NEW book: - Connect with Nick Lamagna /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/40195800

How Eddie Wilson Built a Billion-Dollar Empire Through Business Exits, Real Estate & Purpose 03/16/2026

Forrest Griffin | Handling Fear, Money and High Pressure Decisions In Fighting And Business 03/09/2026

Forrest Griffin | Handling Fear, Money and High Pressure Decisions In Fighting And Business In this The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing for Entrepreneurs episode, Nick Lamagna sits down with Forrest Griffin - UFC Light Heavyweight Champion, UFC Hall of Famer, two-time author, UFC athlete development leader, and one of the most beloved personalities in MMA and combat sports history. After starting with nothing in Athens, Georgia, training out of a hardcore gym with five guys crammed into a three-bedroom apartment, Forrest became a UFC champion and Hall of Famer - and has since built a life of passive income, real estate investing, Bitcoin, and real purpose after the cage. Forrest breaks down everything from his legendary last-minute appearance on The Ultimate Fighter Season 1 and the iconic fight with Stephan Bonnar that saved the UFC on live TV, to the financial mistakes he made at the height of his fighting career, what he would do differently, and how he now generates $6,000 a month in passive income from land investing while holding Bitcoin as an inflation hedge against the falling dollar. Whether you are a UFC fan, BJJ practitioner, MMA fighter, real estate investor, entrepreneur, or someone simply trying to build wealth and a better life, this episode will change the way you think about risk, money, mindset, passive income, and what it really means to win inside and outside the cage. Hit Follow/Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify so you never miss an episode! Topics for this episode include: ✅ From broke & sleeping on air mattresses to UFC Light Heavyweight Champion - the full come up story ✅ Why struggling when you're young is a gift - and how your circle of influence makes or breaks everything ✅ Land investing, real estate, Bitcoin, and passive income - Forrest's real money strategies and biggest financial regrets ✅ Conflict resolution and negotiation tactics from law enforcement, the octagon, and the boardroom ✅ How to build wealth, find purpose, and prepare financially for life after your athletic career + More! Connect with Forrest Griffin: Connect with Nick Lamagna /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/40133185

High Performance Without Burnout: The 5 Bridges to Sustainable Success | Josh Kosnick 03/02/2026

Land Investing vs Houses: Is Vacant Land The Smartest Real Estate Play? | Jack Bosch 02/23/2026

Land Investing vs Houses: Is Vacant Land The Smartest Real Estate Play? | Jack Bosch Welcome to The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing for Entrepreneurs with Nick Lamagna - where entrepreneurs, investors, athletes, and fighters share the strategies that help them overcome obstacles, and achieve success. In this episode, Nick sits down with Jack Bosch, bestselling author, educator, and creator of the Land Profit Generator, who built a $100M real estate empire by flipping vacant land and mastering self‑financing deals. Jack explains why vacant land is the most overlooked wealth‑building asset, how to structure self‑financing deals that create lifelong cash flow, and the daily habits and mindset that separate dreamers from self‑made millionaires. Expect practical tactics you can use right away: direct‑mail lead systems, wholesale and entitlement strategies, how to sell to builders or buyers with owner‑finance, and real examples of deals that scale from small flips to multi‑million developments. What you’ll learn in this episode: ✅ Why land beats houses for many investors: less competition, motivated sellers, and easier systems. ✅ Three hot land niches: infill lots for builders, path‑of‑growth lots for retirees and remote workers, and mini‑ranches enabled by Starlink and remote work. ✅ Deal mechanics: how to structure contracts, use self‑financing and double closings, and leverage transactional funding when needed. ✅ Scale playbook: move from high‑volume small deals to high‑profit entitlements and vertical development as your network and capital grow. ✅ Mindset & habits: long‑term thinking, daily discipline regardless of motivation, and building systems that let you live life on your terms. Whether you’re an investor, entrepreneur, athlete, or martial artist, this episode will inspire you to bring your A game to real estate, business, and life. Connect with Jack: Connect with Land Profit Generator: Connect with The Jack Bosch Show: Connect with Orbit Investments, LLC: -- Connect with Nick Lamagna /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/40090835

The Raw Truth About Success, Failure and Self-Sabotage in Real Estate Investing | Dave Payerchin 02/17/2026

The Raw Truth About Success, Failure and Self-Sabotage in Real Estate Investing | Dave Payerchin Join Nick Lamagna in this raw, no-holds-barred episode of The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing for Entrepreneurs, where he sits down with real estate powerhouse Dave Payerchin - a man who’s done over 1,000 deals, owned 400+ rental properties, raised $65M in private money, and then lost it ALL… twice. Dave is an investor, an educator and entrepreneur that doesn’t hold back: the bankruptcies, the IRS wipeouts, the waiting tables after making $180K his first year, the full-blown alcohol and drug addiction that nearly destroyed his family, and the internal demons that almost ended his comeback for good. He is the founder of Sale House Columbus, Columbus Turnkey Houses and runs a national and local organization known as The CREAM, spreading the knowledge of cash flow, real estate and money with RJ Pepino. But this isn’t just another real estate investing podcast. This is the conversation about why information alone doesn’t make you rich, why self-sabotage is built into your DNA, and how the real game is won (or lost) between your ears. Topics from this episode include: ✅ How to rebuild self-worth after losing everything ✅ Why your daily habits are more important than your deal flow ✅ The spiritual and psychological reasons high-performers self-destruct ✅ How to channel addictive personalities into unstoppable drive ✅ The exact non-negotiable routines that rebuilt his trust in himself and his lenders ✅ Why ego, comparison, and “how many doors do you have?” culture is destroying investors Whether you’re a real estate investor trying to scale without blowing up, an entrepreneur tired of the boom-and-bust cycle, or an athlete who knows the mental game is everything - this episode will hit you in the soul. If you’ve ever made money, lost money, battled your own mind, or wondered why you keep getting in your own way… this one’s for you. 👉 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for more episodes with top entrepreneurs, investors, and athletes. Connect with Dave: -- Connect with Sell House Columbus: -- Connect with Columbus Turnkey Houses: -- Connect with The CREAM: -- Connect with Nick Lamagna /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/39992090

From Combat to Cash Flow: Real Estate, Community & Freedom | David Pere (Round 3) 02/09/2026

The Science Of Getting Unstuck In Your Life And Business | Trevor Mauch (Round 2) 02/02/2026

The Science Of Getting Unstuck In Your Life And Business | Trevor Mauch (Round 2) Join Nick Lamagna on this episode of The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing for Entrepreneurs, where we welcome back Trevor Mauch, real estate investor, entrepreneur, and founder of Carrot, one of the most influential marketing platforms in real estate investing. Trevor delivers a masterclass on what’s changing right now in real estate marketing, SEO, AI-driven search, and—more importantly—the mindset and systems required to get unstuck when momentum fades in business and life. We dissect why high performers fall into anxious striving even after success, why burnout isn’t caused by working too much—but by cutting joy out of your life and how to reclaim momentum using Trevor’s Momentum Meter and daily non-negotiable This episode goes far beyond tactics. Trevor breaks down: ✅ How AI is reshaping Google search, SEO, and motivated seller lead generation ✅ Why Google is not dying, but evolving—and what investors must do in the next 90 days to stay visible ✅ How to build credibility-based SEO that wins in AI search results ✅ The Four Paths that determine whether you transform, stagnate, or drift ✅ Why conversion rates are actually increasing from AI-driven traffic ✅ The difference between busy work vs real momentum in business growth Then Trevor shifts into one of the most impactful conversations on the show to date: The science of getting unstuck. Whether you’re a real estate investor, entrepreneur, business owner, athlete, or high-performance professional, this episode will help you regain clarity, make better decisions and build a business and life that actually works for you 🎥 Highly recommended: Watch the YouTube version of this episode to see Trevor’s visual frameworks, diagrams, and live breakdowns. If you got value from this episode, please subscribe, follow, and share the show—and help us continue bringing world-class entrepreneurs and investors onto The A Game Podcast. Connect with Trevor: Connect with Carrot: Connect with Entrepreneur Freedom Formula Podcast: Connect with Evergreen Marketing Podcast: /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/39948380

The Proven Financial Cheat Code The Wealthy Use To Retire Early | Toby Mathis 01/26/2026

The Proven Financial Cheat Code The Wealthy Use To Retire Early | Toby Mathis Welcome to another episode of The A Game Podcast with Nick Lamagna, where we dig deep into the mindset, strategies, and stories of today’s most successful entrepreneurs, investors, athletes, and entertainers. This week, Nick sits down with the high level real estate investor who achieved financial freedom on the highest level Toby Mathis. He has a foundation as a tax attorney and entrepreneur as well as co-founder of Anderson Advisors and founder of Infinity Investing where he helps people to uncover the proven wealth‑building systems that everyday people can use to achieve financial freedom. He also recently opened One Kick Gym in Las Vegas with the legendary Nick Blomgren! Toby studied thousands of tax returns and balance sheets from some of the wealthiest individuals in America and found the blueprint to financial freedom where he copied it himself first and proved it WORKS for everybody. He now shares those strategies with us to teach you how to make enough cash flow to cover your lifestyle through your assets and to preserve wealth through Tax and Asset Protection. With over 300 doors in real estate, multiple streams of cash flow, and decades of experience in stocks, syndications, and turnkey properties, Toby has built a blueprint for success rooted in data, discipline, and long‑term strategy. In this episode, he shares how you can copy the same patterns used by millionaires to grow wealth steadily and sustainably. But this conversation goes far beyond numbers. Toby’s background in martial arts and combat sports has shaped his philosophy on resilience, discipline, and pushing forward when life hits hard. Toby has lived the fighter’s mentality both inside and outside the ring. He explains how the lessons learned in combat sports—like staying in the fight when things get tough—translate directly into business, investing, and personal growth. 🎯 What you’ll learn in this episode: ✅ How to achieve financial freedom in 3–5 years using Toby’s “Infinity Investing” framework ✅ The five wealth buckets every investor must fill ✅ Why tax planning is the ultimate cheat code for building wealth and protecting assets ✅ Lessons from martial arts and fighting that apply to entrepreneurship and investing ✅ How to thrive in uncertain markets by embracing discomfort and turning challenges into opportunities ✅ Real stories of setbacks, resilience, and the mindset shifts that separate winners from quitters 🔥 See the show notes to Connect with Toby, Anderson and Infinity Investing: Subscribe now to The A Game Podcast with Nick Lamagna on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube, and join a community of high performers who are rewriting the rules of success on Tax Mitigation, Asset Protection and even Estate Planning it will be worth it! Connect with Toby: Connect with Infinity Investing: Connect with Anderson Business Advisors: /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/39815025

The Fighter’s Playbook for Entrepreneurs, Investors & High Performers | Din Thomas 01/19/2026

The Fighter’s Playbook for Entrepreneurs, Investors & High Performers | Din Thomas On this episode of The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing for Entrepreneurs, Nick Lamagna sits down with Din Thomas — UFC pioneer, elite coach, commentator, storyteller, comedian, actor, and one of the most unique minds in the fight game by building skills not excuses. Din is the definition of reinvention. From early MMA days and building a life through grit and constant pivots, to coaching world-class athletes (including champions like Amanda Nunes) and becoming a standout voice in combat sports media, Din breaks down what it really takes to succeed when the path isn’t clear and he is proof that legends aren’t born, they’re molded—in backyards and barber shops with VHS tapes and a whole lot of grit. He went from a former barber to cell phone activator to fighter and is a martyr for amateur mma in Florida even getting put in a cage for having people fight in one before it was a sanctioned thing! He made a bold decision to bet on himself leaving the well known ATT gym in Florida and went solo to follow his own vision for athletes he can mold and has made quite a name for himself as he went from the fighter to the coach and the business man now coaching up and comers and champions. You can find him everywhere including behind the mic on UFC BJJ events, Karate Combat events, behind the desk at UFC events and on Dana White's Looking for a fight with Matt Serra. Please welcome a true MMA original, the fighter, the philosopher, the master of reinvention This conversation is packed with practical takeaways for entrepreneurs, investors, athletes, and anyone chasing personal growth: ✅ How mental toughness is built (not inherited) — and how to develop grit through “small bites” and patience ✅ Why decision-making is the ultimate success skill in business, investing, and fighting ✅ The real secret behind top performers: saying “yes” fast, then adapting and pivoting when needed ✅ How to handle feedback and criticism without ego — and use it as fuel to grow ✅ Why social media can be a competitive disadvantage — and how Din protects his focus ✅ Communication, performance, and confidence: how Din used skills like acting/improv to level up in life and career ✅ Betting on yourself: leaving comfort, creating space, and letting the next opportunity find you Whether you’re building wealth through real estate investing, scaling a business, trying to get your mindset right, or you’re a UFC/MMA/Jiu-Jitsu fan who loves the behind-the-scenes journey of champions — this episode delivers. 🎧 If you enjoyed this, subscribe to The A Game Podcast on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube, and share this with an entrepreneur, investor, or training partner who needs a mindset upgrade. See the show notes to connect with all things Din and his projects! Connect with Din Thomas: Connect with Din Thomas Fight Court Connect with Flowers Film: Connect with Dana White's Looking For A Fight: --- Connect with Nick Lamagna /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/39757445

From WWE Superstar to Real Estate Investor: Mindset, MMA & Reinvention | Daria Berenato 01/12/2026

From WWE Superstar to Real Estate Investor: Mindset, MMA & Reinvention | Daria Berenato WWE superstar Daria Berenato aka Sonya Deville joins Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast for a high-performance conversation that hits real estate, entrepreneurship, MMA, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, wrestling, and UFC mindset all in one episode. From being a scrappy multi-sport kid from South Jersey to stepping into combat sports when women weren’t welcomed on the mats, Daria shares how “being different” became her superpower—and how that same mentality helped her build a life beyond the ring. You’ll hear the real story behind her journey from MMA + BJJ to being selected Top 13 out of 11,000 on WWE Tough Enough, and what it takes to perform under pressure, stay disciplined, and keep showing up when motivation disappears. But this isn’t just a wrestling interview—Daria gets into the money too. She breaks down her real estate investing journey (rentals, appreciation, short-term rentals, buy/renovate/rent), the lessons she learned the hard way on her first flip, and why so many athletes and entertainers are turning to real estate for financial freedom and “life after the spotlight.” The theme is simple: whether you’re building a portfolio, training for a fight, or reinventing your brand… it’s all the same fundamentals—goals, community, resilience, and the ability to pivot. Catch her featured in multiple new movies out now and of course her fantastic podcast Unwrapped with Daria and Toni If you’re into real estate investing, business growth, personal development, UFC/BJJ culture, or WWE wrestling stories, this one is loaded with actionable mindset takeaways—and a reminder that success is often just “failing forward” faster than everyone else. In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ The mindset Daria used to go from MMA/BJJ to WWE stardom ✅ How elite performers set small, measurable goals that stack into big wins ✅ The importance of community (on the mats, in business, and in real estate) ✅ Real estate lessons from rentals, short-term strategy, and flip gone sideways ✅ How to handle career reinvention, and burnout without losing momentum ✅ Why the most successful people don’t avoid failure—they recover faster 👉 Subscribe to The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing for Entrepreneurs on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube—and if this episode hits home, share it with a friend who loves wrestling, UFC, BJJ, or building wealth through real estate. See the show notes to connect with all things Daria and her projects! Connect with Daria: Connect with Unwrapped Podcast: --- Connect with Nick Lamagna /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/39594840

From The Mats To Millions: BJJ, Business Systems and Entrepreneurial Success | Kenny Kim 01/05/2026

From The Mats To Millions: BJJ, Business Systems and Entrepreneurial Success | Kenny Kim Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast with his guest Kenny Kim, The Jitsu Millionaire and host of the hit show Mat Made! On this episode of The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing for Entrepreneurs, Nick Lamagna sits down with Kenny Kim—4th degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, academy owner of The Kenny Kim Academy, affiliate leader, content creator, and author of “The Jiu Jitsu Millionaire: How to Build a Profitable Academy & a Life You Love." His new book is available everywhere get your copy today, link in shownotes. Kenny’s story is the definition of discipline, resilience, and systems. From a turbulent youth and real-life turning points to building one of the most respected Jiu-Jitsu academies in the Atlanta/Marietta, Georgia area, Kenny breaks down the mindset and mechanics that create long-term success—on the mats and in business. He is here to talk about his new book available everywhere now! This conversation is packed with actionable lessons for investors, entrepreneurs, gym owners, coaches, and athletes: ✅ How Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu builds the mental toughness that translates to real estate, leadership, and entrepreneurship ✅ Why systems and processes beat motivation—and how to build them in any business ✅ The #1 mistake businesses make with marketing, branding, and follow-up ✅ Leadership lessons: building culture, earning respect, and avoiding the “friend zone” as the boss ✅ Loyalty, community, and why relationships matter in business networking (BJJ really is the new golf) ✅ Turning passion into profit without losing purpose—plus what it actually takes to run a successful academy Whether you’re chasing your next deal, launching a brand, building a team, or leveling up in BJJ/MMA/UFC culture, this episode connects the dots between high performance, business fundamentals, and the habits that win for decades. If you got value from this episode, please follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube—and share it with a friend who’s serious about leveling up in business, investing, or the fight game. See the show notes to connect with all things Kenny and Mat Made! Connect with Kenny: Connect with Mat Made: Connect with Kenny Kim Academy: --- Connect with Nick Lamagna /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/39533230

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