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!!

The Skill Behind Life-Changing Decisions Top Performers Make | Stan Beck 09/14/2026

The Skill Behind Life-Changing Decisions Top Performers Make | Stan Beck Stan Beck joins The A Game Podcast with Nick Lamagna for a raw, wide-ranging conversation about risk-taking, reinvention, fatherhood and what it actually takes to build something that lasts - on the mats and in business. Stan is a 4th-degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Renzo Gracie and the owner of Renzo Gracie Salt Lake City. A first-generation American raised in Queens, NY to parents who survived the Holocaust as hidden children in France, Stan has spent his career refusing to follow the conventional path - dropping out of college, flipping real estate, building and losing a business during the 2008 crash, surviving a brutal stretch trading stocks, and opening multiple martial arts academies from Florida to Utah. One of the biggest themes in this conversation is something almost every entrepreneur, investor or high performer eventually runs into: What separates the people who actually pull the trigger on an opportunity from the people who just talk about it? Stan talks openly about the two times in his life when things fell apart financially, and why he never let fear make the final decision. His answer wasn't some hidden trick - it was deciding what the actual worst-case scenario looked like, accepting he could survive it, and moving forward anyway. He also opens up about the parts of his own upbringing he consciously chose to keep and the parts he worked hard to break so his kids wouldn't inherit them. In this episode, Stan and Nick talk about: Growing up first-generation American with Holocaust-survivor parents in Queens Why listening to his father talk business (without being allowed to ask questions) shaped how he raises his own kids Dropping out of college and buying his first property in Williamsburg, Brooklyn at 30 years old Doubling his money on a concrete-floor loft with zero kitchen Becoming a realtor, moving to Florida, and building a hurricane window-film protection business Losing everything when the real estate market collapsed A painful, expensive lesson from trading stocks and why he never went back Training in the "blue basement" era of the Renzo Gracie Academy in NYC alongside Matt Serra, John Danaher, Ricardo Almeida and Chris Weidman Earning his black belt and opening academies in Florida, then Salt Lake City Knowing when a student or business partner is ready to run their own academy Why he handed off his Florida academy instead of holding on too tight Breaking generational patterns as a father and building emotional intelligence Why he tells his kids about his own weaknesses instead of hiding them The loyalty philosophy he learned from Renzo Gracie and why it only works one way first Why "hope" gets you through hard times better than forced enthusiasm Stan's biggest lesson for anyone trying to build something of their own: find someone who's already succeeded at what you want to do, copy their blueprint exactly until you get their results, and only then start making it your own. And when fear shows up, don't let it decide for you - decide for yourself what you can live with, and go. STAN BECK Facebook: Instagram: LinkedIn: X/Twitter: YouTube: RENZO GRACIE SALT LAKE CITY Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renzograciesaltlakecity/ Facebook: CONNECT WITH NICK LAMAGNA Want to buy, sell or partner on a real estate investment? DM Nick the words REAL ESTATE on social media or email: podcast@nicknicknick.com All links: Subscribe to The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing for Entrepreneurs on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and everywhere you listen to podcasts. If this episode gives you value, please subscribe, rate, review and share it. Tag Stan Beck and let him know what part of the conversation hit home for you. /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/42879700

The Hidden Cost of Expecting Success Too Soon | Joe Lo Truglio 09/10/2026

The Hidden Cost of Expecting Success Too Soon | Joe Lo Truglio Joe Lo Truglio joins The A Game Podcast with Nick Lamagna for a powerful conversation about success, patience, persistence, creativity, rejection, collaboration and what it really takes to build a career that lasts. Joe is an actor, writer, producer and director best known for playing Charles Boyle on Brooklyn Nine-Nine, as well as unforgettable roles in Superbad, Paul, Reno 911!, The State, Wet Hot American Summer, Role Models, Wanderlust, I Love You, Man, Pitch Perfect and many more. He is also featured in the new comedy Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass, directed by David Wain and written by David Wain and Ken Marino. This special throwback episode is being re-released to celebrate Joe and the longtime creative team behind The State continuing to work together decades later. One of the biggest themes in this conversation is something almost every entrepreneur, investor, creator or ambitious person struggles with: What happens when success takes longer than you expected? Joe talks openly about the moments when he questioned whether he should continue acting at all, considered completely different careers, and wondered whether the business was still worth it. His answer wasn’t some magical motivation hack. It was realizing that if you truly love the work, you have to give yourself enough time to become who you are capable of becoming. Joe also explains why impatience can convince you that you are on the wrong path when you may simply be too early. He discusses learning to trust his own timeline, continue taking action through disappointment, and remember that neither failure nor success lasts forever. In this episode, Joe and Nick talk about: Why most people underestimate how long meaningful success can take The difference between persistence and continuing down a path you no longer love How Joe handled years of rejection and uncertainty in Hollywood Why you need to give yourself enough time to discover what makes you different The importance of recognizing small victories instead of dismissing them Why surrounding yourself with people who are better than you raises your own level How collaboration helped shape The State, Reno 911! and Brooklyn Nine-Nine Why ego can destroy creative teams How to use jealousy and comparison as fuel instead of allowing them to become resentment Why social media is a terrible place to look for validation How Joe learned to trust criticism from people he respects instead of strangers online Why there really is “enough for everybody” The exact moment Joe finally felt like he had made it in Hollywood How becoming a husband and father changed his definition of success Why the best projects often come from working with people you genuinely like The importance of staying creative and continuing to make things even during difficult periods Joe also shares one of the most valuable lessons from his decades-long career: surround yourself with people who are better than you and be willing to learn from them instead of feeling threatened by them. He credits collaboration and removing ego from the process as major reasons some of his most rewarding projects worked so well. And for anyone who feels behind, Joe has a simple message for his younger self: chill out, trust that your time will come, and don’t ignore the small victories you already have. JOE LO TRUGLIO Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joelotruglio/ X / Twitter: https://x.com/JoeLoTruglio Joe’s Instagram handle remains @joelotruglio, and his official social profiles highlight Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Superbad, The State, Wet Hot American Summer and Reno 911!. WATCH GAIL DAUGHTRY AND THE CELEBRITY SEX PASS Official Movie Website: https://gaildaughtry.com/ Sony Pictures Classics: https://www.sonyclassics.com/film/gaildaughtryandthecelebritysexpass/ Movie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gaildaughtrymovie/ Official Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GEbaLieo_Kw Apple TV: https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/gail-daughtry-and-the-celebrity-sex-pass/umc.cmc.5jtvrhek4aqep1qffhy7dwsl5 Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass is directed by David Wain, written by David Wain and Ken Marino, and stars Zoey Deutch, Jon Hamm, John Slattery, Ken Marino, Miles Gutierrez-Riley, Ben Wang, Joe Lo Truglio and Sabrina Impacciatore. It is now available digitally. CONNECT WITH NICK LAMAGNA Want to buy, sell or partner on a real estate investment? DM Nick the words REAL ESTATE on social media or email: podcast@nicknicknick.com All links: https://www.nicknicknick.com/links Subscribe to The A-Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing for Entrepreneurs on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and everywhere you listen to podcasts. If this episode gives you value, please subscribe, rate, review and share it. Tag Joe Lo Truglio and let him know what part of the conversation hit home for you. /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/42854535

What Successful People Understand About Fear, Gratitude, and Uncertainty | Kerri Kenney Silver Re-Release 09/09/2026

What Successful People Understand About Fear, Gratitude, and Uncertainty | Kerri Kenney Silver Re-Release Kerri Kenney-Silver is back on The A Game Podcast in this special throwback episode celebrating the release of Gail Daughtry & the Celebrity Sex Pass, the new comedy from David Wain and Ken Marino, now available digitally. The film stars Zoey Deutch, Jon Hamm, John Slattery, Ken Marino, Miles Gutierrez-Riley, Ben Wang, Joe Lo Truglio and Sabrina Impacciatore. Kerri is one of the original members of MTV’s The State and has built an incredible career across comedy, television, film and music, with credits including Reno 911!, The State, Viva Variety, Role Models, Wanderlust, Wet Hot American Summer, Party Down, Miracle Workers and much more. In this conversation, she is funny, vulnerable, thoughtful and incredibly relatable about what it actually feels like to build a career in an industry filled with rejection, uncertainty and constant pressure. We talk about anxiety, self-doubt and the stories we create in our own heads when things feel uncertain. Kerri shares one of the best mental resets in the episode: recognizing when you are “making a movie in your head” about everything that could go wrong, instead of dealing with what is actually happening in front of you. We also get into: Why gratitude became an important reset button for Kerri How she handles rejection and uncertainty in entertainment Why successful people still struggle with fear and self-doubt The importance of focusing on what is directly in front of you Why she does not look at other women as competition How finding “your people” can completely change your life The incredible bond between the members of The State Why she still does not feel like she has “made it” Why fear can actually become fuel The creation and return of Reno 911! What she learned from her father, legendary voice actor Larry Kenney Growing up around comedy, character voices and entertainment Her music career with Cakelike UFC, Dana White and sitting ringside while eight months pregnant Why doing what you love matters more than reaching some imaginary finish line One of the strongest lessons from Kerri is that success does not necessarily eliminate insecurity. Sometimes the people who keep evolving are the ones who learn how to manage that fear without allowing it to control them. And make sure you support Kerri and the entire crew behind Gail Daughtry & the Celebrity Sex Pass. The movie follows small-town hairdresser Gail Daughtry on an increasingly ridiculous Hollywood adventure after she decides to pursue her own “celebrity pass.” It was directed by David Wain and written by Wain and Ken Marino. FOLLOW KERRI KENNEY-SILVER Instagram: X / Twitter: https://x.com/kerrikenney WATCH GAIL DAUGHTRY & THE CELEBRITY SEX PASS Official Website: Sony Pictures Classics: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gaildaughtrymovie/ Apple TV: The film is currently available digitally. CONNECT WITH NICK LAMAGNA Want to buy, sell or partner on a real estate investment? DM Nick the words REAL ESTATE on social media or email: podcast@nicknicknick.com All links: Subscribe to The A-Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing for Entrepreneurs on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and everywhere you listen to podcasts. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe, rate, review and share it — and make sure you follow Kerri Kenney-Silver and support Gail Daughtry & the Celebrity Sex Pass. /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/42837695

The Hidden Difference Between Getting a Break and Building a Career | Ken Marino Re-Release 09/08/2026

The Hidden Difference Between Getting a Break and Building a Career | Ken Marino Re-Release Ken Marino is back on The A Game Podcast in this special throwback episode celebrating the release of Gail Daughtry & the Celebrity Sex Pass, the new comedy written by Ken Marino and David Wain and starring Zoey Deutch, Jon Hamm, John Slattery, Ken Marino, Miles Gutierrez-Riley, Ben Wang, Joe Lo Truglio and Sabrina Impacciatore. The movie is now available digitally. Ken is one of the original members of MTV’s The State and has built one of the most recognizable careers in comedy through projects including Wet Hot American Summer, Role Models, Wanderlust, Party Down, Children’s Hospital, Burning Love, and many more. In this episode, Ken talks about what it really takes to build a career that lasts for decades, why grit matters more than most people realize, and why surrounding yourself with the right people can completely change your trajectory. We also get into: How Ken discovered acting at a young age and why he never had a Plan B The origin of The State and how 11 very different personalities learned to work together The hilarious story behind the legendary Louie sketch Why rejection never stopped him from continuing to pursue acting The work ethic he learned from his father growing up on Long Island Why successful people still feel like they have to earn it all over again The difference between loving the work and chasing the reward Why having friends and peers who are pursuing similar goals can dramatically accelerate your success Working with legends including Henry Winkler, Alan Alda, Tony Shalhoub and Don Cheadle The unexpected life lesson Steven Tyler taught him about flossing Why Ken believes grit is one of the biggest predictors of long-term success His advice for anyone trying to build a lasting career in a competitive industry Ken also talks about the importance of surrounding yourself with people who are passionate, driven and creative — something he credits heavily for the success and longevity of The State. And now Ken and David Wain are back together again with Gail Daughtry & the Celebrity Sex Pass, along with their live music project, Middle Aged Dad Jam Band, which combines classic rock, comedy and a rotating lineup of incredible guests. WATCH GAIL DAUGHTRY & THE CELEBRITY SEX PASS Official Movie Website: https://gaildaughtry.com/ Sony Pictures Classics: https://www.sonyclassics.com/film/gaildaughtryandthecelebritysexpass/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gaildaughtrymovie/ Official Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GEbaLieo_Kw The film was written by Ken Marino & David Wain and directed by David Wain. FOLLOW KEN MARINO Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kenmarino/ MIDDLE AGED DAD JAM BAND Official Website / Tour Dates: https://davidwain.com/madjb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madjamband/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6pXFIK27lab41RSzdaRMX2 Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/middle-aged-dad-jam-band/6778919898 Middle Aged Dad Jam Band features Ken Marino, David Wain and friends playing classic songs from the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s with comedy mixed in between. The rotating list of guests has included names like Weird Al Yankovic, Kristen Bell, Kathryn Hahn, James Marsden, Will Forte and Joe Lo Truglio. CONNECT WITH NICK LAMAGNA Want to buy, sell or partner on a real estate investment? Send Nick the words “REAL ESTATE” on social media or email: podcast@nicknicknick.com All links: https://www.nicknicknick.com/links Subscribe to The A-Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing for Entrepreneurs on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and everywhere you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, review and share it — and go support Ken Marino, David Wain, Gail Daughtry & the Celebrity Sex Pass and Middle Aged Dad Jam Band. Connect with Nick Lamagna: Podcast@NickNickNick.com www.NickNickNick.com Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes on Platforms by Clicking Here To Subscribe Find all social media connections at Social media Links for Facebook, IG, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc. Rate and Review The A Game Podcast on Apple Click Here to Review /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/42825430

The Secret to Staying Creative When the World Keeps Changing | David Wain Re-Release 09/07/2026

Why Most Investors Are Chasing the Wrong Kind of Passive Income | Dan Zitofsky 08/31/2026

The Property Management Mistakes Costing Real Estate Investors Money | Tyler Casey 08/24/2026

The Property Management Mistakes Costing Real Estate Investors Money | Tyler Casey What if you started buying real estate in 2008 - right in the middle of the housing crash - at just 18 years old? In this episode of The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing For Entrepreneurs, Nick Lamagna sits down with Tyler Casey, founder of Pro X Property Management, TMC Construction, and Iron Harbor Capital Partners, to break down how he built a vertically integrated real estate empire managing over 2,100 units across multiple states. Tyler shares how he went from flipping cheap bank-owned foreclosures ("Oreos") in small-town Kansas to running a full-service property management, construction, and capital investment business - and why he's now franchising the exact systems that took him from a broke college kid to a multi-state operator. But before the scale came the grind. Tyler opens up about learning construction on the fly, recruiting friends to teach him what he didn't know, protecting his net worth before ever taking a bigger swing, and why most people - self-managers and professionals alike - get property management completely wrong. In this episode, you'll learn: ✅ How Tyler bought his first rental at 18 and scaled to 175+ units before most investors even get started ✅ The real story behind "Oreo" (bank REO) properties and negotiating seller-friendly bank financing ✅ How he was doing BRRRR deals before the term even existed ✅ Why most property management fails - and what actually separates good operators from bad ones ✅ His transition from single-family renovations to new construction and multifamily development ✅ How and why he's franchising his property management business model Connect with Tyler: Connect with Pro X Property Management: Connect with Pro X Realty: Connect with Iron Harbor Capital Partners: Connect with The Ideas & Capital Show with Tyler Casey: --- Connect with Nick Lamagna Podcast@NickNickNick.com /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/42519305

What the Most Successful Entrepreneurs Know That Everyone Else Misses | Tom Krol 08/17/2026

What the Most Successful Entrepreneurs Know That Everyone Else Misses | Tom Krol What's the real difference between being wealthy and being successful - and why do so many entrepreneurs sacrifice one for the other? In this episode of The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing For Entrepreneurs, host Nick Lamagna sits down with Tom Krol - founder of Coaching Inc., Wholesaling Inc. and PSL Home Buyers, real estate wholesaling pioneer, and one of the most respected coaches and mentors in the real estate investing space. Tom went from losing jobs and confidence in door-to-door sales to closing over 100 real estate deals in his first 18 months, building and selling one of the most downloaded podcasts in real estate history, and now running a mastermind coaching community for real estate coaches, consultants, and course creators generating millions in monthly revenue. Tom gets vulnerable about the mindset traps that keep entrepreneurs stuck, the "trap door at rock bottom" nobody talks about, and why fear of success quietly sabotages people right before their breakthrough. This is a masterclass in wealth-building psychology, real estate wholesaling, entrepreneurship, and coaching - packed with frameworks you can apply today whether you're just starting out or scaling a seven-figure business. In this episode, you'll learn: ✅ The real difference between wealth (more and better options) and success (closing the gap to your own ideal) - and why chasing the wrong one costs you sleep ✅ Why the "magic number" for a genuinely good quality of life is more attainable than you think ✅ Why your ability to handle pressure is the #1 predictor of entrepreneurial success ✅ The daily "uncomfortable habits" (cold plunges, doing hard things on purpose) that build real resilience ✅Fear of success: the diamond-miner story that explains why entrepreneurs quit right before the breakthrough ✅The importance of mentorship, submission to authority, and finding people who'll tell you the truth Connect with Tom: Connect with Coaching Inc.: --- Connect with Nick Lamagna Podcast@NickNickNick.com /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/42446970

The Land Investing Strategy Most Real Estate Investors Don't Know Exists | Cody Bjugan 08/10/2026

The Hidden Skill That Separates High Performers From Everyone Else | Brandon Mccaghren 08/03/2026

The Hidden Skill That Separates High Performers From Everyone Else | Brandon Mccaghren In this episode of The A Game Podcast, Nick Lamagna sits down with Brandon Mccaghren (aka "B Mac") - double black belt under Eddie Bravo of 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu and Carlos Machado, head instructor at 10th Planet Decatur, elite grappling commentator for EBI, CJJ, UFC Fight Pass, and co-founder and commissioner of the Professional Grappling Federation (PGF) - for a conversation packed with mindset gold, business wisdom, and Jiu Jitsu philosophy. Brandon opens up about the blunt conversation with his wife that got him on the mats in the first place, the eight years he spent as a youth minister before finding martial arts, and how a "corny little redneck" from Lawrence County, Alabama became one of the most recognizable teachers and voices in grappling. He shares why he refuses to build his identity around any one title, how his background as a musician shaped the way he teaches and improvises on the mat, and why first principles thinking - not memorizing moves - is what actually creates mastery. Brandon also gets into the real story behind PGF, the league he's building with co-founder Keelan, Five Finger Death Punch's Zoltan Bathory, and Gracie family member Heather to become the first true team-and-season sports model Jiu Jitsu has ever had, and why he believes it's the key to finally giving grapplers a sustainable career path. In this episode you'll discover: ✅Why taking feedback without tying it to your identity is the real key to growth ✅The first principles approach to teaching that makes complex moves simple ✅How his background as a musician shaped his creativity and improvisation on the mat ✅The "document don't create" philosophy that built his personal brand ✅Inside the Professional Grappling Federation and the plan to scale to 32 teams This isn't just a story about Jiu Jitsu. It's about mentorship, reinvention, first principles thinking, and building something built to outlast you. Connect with Brandon: Connect with Professional Grappling Federation: Connect with 10th Planet Decatur: --- Connect with Nick Lamagna /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/42283615

When Your Biggest Failure Becomes Your Greatest Gift | Elec Simon 07/27/2026

When Your Biggest Failure Becomes Your Greatest Gift | Elec Simon What does it really take to overcome rejection, self-doubt, mental health struggles, and still perform at the highest level? In this episode of The A Game Podcast, Nick Lamagna sits down with Elec Simon - world-renowned percussionist, former STOMP performer, professional event MC, motivational speaker, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu competitor, and entrepreneur - for one of the most emotional and inspiring conversations we've ever recorded. Elec opens up about growing up watching his mother struggle financially, the audition that got him cut from STOMP just days before opening night, the suicidal thoughts he battled during his darkest moments, and the phone call two years later that brought him back for good. He shares how faith, family, and gratitude pulled him through, why he now speaks in schools nationwide on anti-bullying, and how jiu-jitsu became an outlet for his anger and anxiety. Elec also gets candid about the entrepreneurship hustle culture - why "get rich quick" mastermind influencers are misleading people, why there's no shame in working a W-2 while building your dream, and what real mentorship from people like Mark Evans, Bobby Castro, and Lewis Howes actually looks like. In this episode you'll discover: ✅How Elec went from busking in NYC subways to becoming a full-time STOMP performer ✅How he manages anxiety, mental health struggles, and self-doubt while performing for thousands ✅Why authenticity matters more than fame when building your circle of mentors ✅The truth about fake "gurus" and predatory masterminds in the coaching industry ✅How Brazilian Jiu Jitsu became a tool for emotional healing ✅Balancing a 9-5 with a thriving entertainment career This isn't just a story about success. It's about resilience, perseverance, gratitude, faith, discipline, and discovering purpose through life's hardest moments. Connect with Elec Simon: --- Connect with Nick Lamagna /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/42217035

The Credit Score Myth That's Costing You Money | Merrill Chandler Round 2 07/21/2026

The Credit Score Myth That's Costing You Money | Merrill Chandler Round 2 What does it really take to get approved for six and seven figures in business credit - and what happens when life throws you off a cliff, literally? In this episode of The A Game Podcast, host Nick Lamagna sits down with Merrill Chandler, founder of Get Fundable Solutions and one of the only non-FICO employees with direct insider access to how FICO's underwriting algorithms actually work. Merrill survived a horrifying motorcycle accident - driving off a 70-foot cliff - and lived to tell how the exact business credit strategies he teaches his clients are what saved his business, his finances, and ultimately his life during recovery. This isn't your typical "improve your credit score" conversation. Merrill breaks down why your credit score is nearly irrelevant to loan approval, what lenders and banks are really looking for in 2026, and the 150 "borrower behaviors" FICO's decisioning platform actually measures before a human ever looks at your file. If you're a real estate investor, entrepreneur, or small business owner trying to unlock unsecured business lines of credit, this episode is a masterclass in business credit strategy, fundability, and financial resilience. In this episode, you'll learn: ✅ Why an 800+ credit score does NOT guarantee loan approval - and what actually does ✅ The 3 stages every lender uses to approve or deny you (and why your score only matters in stage one) ✅ How real-time credit reporting and utilization thresholds secretly affect your approval odds ✅ The "statement close date" trick most borrowers get wrong - even if they pay their balance to zero ✅ Why business credit cards like Capital One Spark can silently hurt your personal credit profile ✅ How to build $100K-$1M+ in unsecured business lines of credit that never touch your personal credit If you're serious about real estate investing, business funding, credit optimization, entrepreneurship, financial freedom, or scaling your business, this episode delivers practical advice you can immediately put to work. Connect with Merrill Chandler: Connect with Get Fundable: Listen --- Connect with Nick Lamagna /episode/index/show/theagamepodcast/id/42156380

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

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