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Episode 437 - The Power of Holding Space: Emotional Support in Times of Crisis
April 21, 2026

Episode 437 - The Power of Holding Space: Emotional Support in Times …

The salient point of this discourse revolves around the often misunderstood concept of resilience, particularly in the context of enduring significant medical challenges, as exemplified by Bill Risser's personal journey throu...

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Episode 436 - The Fortnight of Survival: Insights from a Cancer Journey
April 14, 2026

Episode 436 - The Fortnight of Survival: Insights from a Cancer Journ…

The salient theme of this podcast episode is the intricate and deeply personal exploration of navigating a chronic illness, specifically through the lens of Bill Risser's experience with colon cancer treatment during 2012 and...

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Episode 435 - The Power of Connection in Healing: Reflecting on a Cancer Journey
April 7, 2026

Episode 435 - The Power of Connection in Healing: Reflecting on a Can…

This podcast episode shares the profound intricacies of navigating chronic illness, particularly through the lens of Bill Risser's personal battle with colon cancer. Central to our discussion is the notion that healing transc...

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Episode 434 - Navigating the Complexities of Cancer Treatment: Insights from Bill Risser's Story
March 31, 2026

Episode 434 - Navigating the Complexities of Cancer Treatment: Insigh…

In our analysis of a poignant blog post penned in 2012, we delve into the intricate experience of navigating chemotherapy as illustrated by Bill Risser. The central theme revolves around the unexpected ramifications of abrupt...

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Episode 433 - Resisting the Narrative: Bill Risser's Approach to Cancer
March 24, 2026

Episode 433 - Resisting the Narrative: Bill Risser's Approach to Canc…

Cancer diagnoses often evoke an overwhelming sense of despair, yet today we explore a remarkable narrative that defies this expectation. Our discussion centers on Bill Risser, who, merely one week after receiving his cancer d...

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Episode 432 - Unpacking a Cancer Journey: Lessons from a Colon Resection
March 17, 2026

Episode 432 - Unpacking a Cancer Journey: Lessons from a Colon Resect…

This podcast episode centers around a profound and moving exploration of personal resilience in the face of cancer. We delve into the remarkable journey of Bill, who, after undergoing a colon resection surgery, has triumphant...

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Episode 431 - The Three Words You Never Want to Hear  - 2012 Blog Post #1 of My Colon Cancer Journey
March 10, 2026

Episode 431 - The Three Words You Never Want to Hear - 2012 Blog Pos…

The crux of this podcast episode revolves around the paramount importance of colorectal cancer screening, particularly as it pertains to the experiences shared by Bill, who recounts his own life-altering diagnosis. As we delv...

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The Real Estate Sessions Rewind - Episode 247 - Lindsay Dreyer, Owner/Broker - City Chic Real Estate (Now Reverie Residential))
Feb. 24, 2026

The Real Estate Sessions Rewind - Episode 247 - Lindsay Dreyer, Owner…

Building a Unique Brokerage: A Conversation with Lindsay Dreyer Lindsay Dreier, the founder and broker of City Chic Real Estate in Washington, D.C., presents a compelling vision for the future of real estate, emphasizing the ...

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Episode 430 - A Year of Change: Bill Risser's 2025 Recap
Dec. 31, 2025

Episode 430 - A Year of Change: Bill Risser's 2025 Recap

The primary focus of this episode is a personal reflection on the significant events that transpired in the year 2025, as narrated by me, the host, Bill Risser. With a career spanning nearly 25 years in the real estate sector...

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Episode 429 - Reflections on Friendship: Remembering John Bjorlie
Nov. 18, 2025

Episode 429 - Reflections on Friendship: Remembering John Bjorlie

This podcast episode serves as a poignant tribute to the late John Bjorlie, who recently passed away on November 13, a date that coincidentally marks his sister Lisa's birthday. I share my personal reflections on the profound...

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Episode 428 - Wayne Einhorn, President - Inner Circle Broker Coaching
Nov. 11, 2025

Episode 428 - Wayne Einhorn, President - Inner Circle Broker Coaching

In this discourse, Wayne Einhorn, the proprietor of Inner Circle Broker Coaching, covers the pivotal issues surrounding brokerage operations and the complexities of asset management within the real estate domain. He poignantl...

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Episode 427 - Norma Rawlings, President - BrokerVMA Inc.
Nov. 4, 2025

Episode 427 - Norma Rawlings, President - BrokerVMA Inc.

Mergers and Acquisitions: Insights from BrokerVMA's Norma Rawlings In this enlightening discourse, we engage with Norma Rawlings, the esteemed founder of BrokerVMA, who shares the nuanced complexities of valuations and merger...

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Episode 426 - What's Jason Pantana Up To?
Oct. 21, 2025

Episode 426 - What's Jason Pantana Up To?

Empowering Real Estate Professionals: Jason Pantana's Blueprint for Success The primary point of this episode centers on the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on real estate marketing, as articulated through th...

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Episode 425 - The REALTOR’s Game: How Golf Mirrors the Art of Focus at Work
Sept. 16, 2025

Episode 425 - The REALTOR’s Game: How Golf Mirrors the Art of Focus a…

Patience and Persistence: The Golfing Approach to Real Estate Success This podcast episode elucidates the profound parallels between the disciplines of golf and real estate, emphasizing that success in both arenas is underpin...

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Episode 424 - Celebrating a Decade of Real Estate Storytelling - Ten Year Anniversary of The Real Estate Sessions Podcast
July 29, 2025

Episode 424 - Celebrating a Decade of Real Estate Storytelling - Ten …

This podcast episode serves as a reflective commemoration of my ten-year journey with the Real Estate Sessions, emphasizing the importance of authentic storytelling in the real estate industry. I share insights garnered from ...

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Building Bridges Through Inquiry: A Real Estate Perspective
July 22, 2025

Building Bridges Through Inquiry: A Real Estate Perspective

The central theme of this discourse is the imperative nature of inquiry over assumption in our professional interactions. I emphasize the significance of asking questions, rather than presuming to know the thoughts and feelin...

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Real Estate Sessions Rewind - Matthew Simpson, co-Founder Lolo
July 15, 2025

Real Estate Sessions Rewind - Matthew Simpson, co-Founder Lolo

Local Loyalty: How Lolo Transforms Agent-Client Relationships Matthew Simpson, co-founder of Lolo, shares the pivotal role of maintaining connections within the real estate industry through thoughtful engagement strategies. H...

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Episode 422 - A Journey Through Ten Seasons of The Real Estate Sessions
July 8, 2025

Episode 422 - A Journey Through Ten Seasons of The Real Estate Sessio…

A Journey Through Episodes: Revisiting Memorable Conversations I dive into a reflective examination of past episodes, wherein I comment upon twenty distinguished guests who have graced the show. With an emphasis on the signif...

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Episode 421 - Brian Boero, Co-Founder 1000watt
July 1, 2025

Episode 421 - Brian Boero, Co-Founder 1000watt

Brian Boero articulates a pivotal truth within the realm of real estate marketing, emphasizing the lack of creative storytelling and brand development that has historically characterized the industry. He explains how this unc...

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Real Estate Sessions Rewind - From Photographer to Innovator: Brad Filliponi, co founder of Box Brownie, on Revolutionizing Real Estate Marketing
June 24, 2025

Real Estate Sessions Rewind - From Photographer to Innovator: Brad Fi…

Brad Filliponi, co-founder of BoxBrownie.com, joins us to discuss the transformative impact of technology on real estate photography and marketing. Emphasizing the importance of accessibility, Filliponi advocates for the util...

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Real Estate Sessions Rewind - Lauren Toppins - Founder and Broker - Cherrywood Real Estate
June 17, 2025

Real Estate Sessions Rewind - Lauren Toppins - Founder and Broker - C…

In this episode, we delve into the compelling journey of Lauren Toppins, the founder and broker of Cherrywood Real Estate, who transitioned from a career as an attorney to a prominent figure in the real estate industry. Our d...

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Episode 420 - Empowering Real Estate Professionals: A Conversation with Michelle Berman-Mikel - Owner Berman Media PD
June 10, 2025

Episode 420 - Empowering Real Estate Professionals: A Conversation wi…

Michelle Berman-Mikel shares the autonomy inherent in the worlds of real estate and mortgage professions, emphasizing that aspiring solopreneurs must take the initiative to cultivate their own business and revenue streams. Th...

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Real Estate Sessions Rewind -The John Bjorlie Die Happy Tour 2024
June 3, 2025

Real Estate Sessions Rewind -The John Bjorlie Die Happy Tour 2024

John Bjorlie, a stage four prostate cancer patient, epitomizes the notion of living life fully, even in the face of terminal illness. In this episode, we explore his remarkable initiative, the "John Bjorlie Die Happy Tour 202...

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Episode 419 - Update - The Journey of Resilience: John Bjorlie's Die Happy Tour
May 27, 2025

Episode 419 - Update - The Journey of Resilience: John Bjorlie's Die …

The episode presents a deeply reflective examination of John Bjorlie’s 'Die Happy Tour', an initiative born from his desire to embrace life and connect with loved ones during his terminal illness. Bill Risser eloquently narra...

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