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Real Finds Podcast

We talk with the people shaping the real estate industry and our world!

Real Finds Podcast

We talk with the people shaping the real estate industry and our world!

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125+ episodes of sharp, unscripted interviews
Focused on real estate impact at the neighborhood level
Join operators, developers, and city-shapers
Talk real strategy, not press releases

About Real Finds Podcast

We talk with the people shaping the real estate industry and our world!

The Real Finds Podcast is where real estate’s most interesting operators, developers, and thinkers pull back the curtain. Hosted by Gordon Lamphere, the show dives into the real stories behind the projects — the quiet acquisitions, the unlikely partners, the moments where things almost fell apart (or did).

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Multifamily & CRE Audience

You reach real estate professionals, developers, and investors who care about the mechanics behind deals and the future of cities.

Operator-to-Operator Chats

You'll join a no-fluff conversation format designed for people doing the work - not just talking about it.

Hosted by a Deal Veteran

Gordon Lamphere brings real-world experience to every interview, ensuring your insights land with credibility and depth.

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Your episode is distributed across all major platforms - with polished production that reflects your expertise.

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Real Estate Risk & Rescue

Dissect the moment a deal nearly collapsed - and what saved it.

Unexpected partner dynamics Financing pivots Zoning or permitting challenges
Factory-Built Housing in Practice

Explore how prefab is changing the math for multifamily development.

Cost savings Speed to market Design constraints
Data That Drives Value

Break down the data sources and signals that actually shape your decisions.

Data accuracy Operational KPIs Market insights
Shaping Neighborhoods

Tell the story of how your project reshaped a block - or a city.

Community impact Public-private dynamics Design intent
How You'd Contribute to the Show
Audience Takeaways

Listeners walk away with real strategies, cautionary tales, and new ways to think about risk and value in real estate.

Hot Topics
Unpacking a pivotal deal or development moment
How you overcame a near-failure or unexpected challenge
What trends you're watching in your market or asset class
Why Trust Me
125+ episodes with experienced operators and thinkers
Hosted by a seasoned real estate professional
Focus on behind-the-scenes stories, not PR spins
The Ideal Guest

You're a real estate operator, developer, or strategist who's navigated a complex project, built something meaningful, or sees around corners in CRE, housing, or urban design.

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