The MLO Project
Dismantling the Status Quo, One Episode at a Time.
The MLO Project is THE podcast for loan officers and industry professionals who are ready to evolve. We’re here to disrupt the old guard, break free from outdated norms, and deliver insights that actually matter.
Hosted by mortgage industry veterans Jason Frazier & Michael McAllister, The MLO Project promises No fluff. No clichés. Just real talk, fresh ideas, and actionable takeaways to elevate your career and the industry.
The MLO Project is presented by Empower LO
Podcasting since 2025 • 39 episodes
The MLO Project
Latest Episodes
Got Mortgages? Got Receipts. Got Results w/Abdel Khawatmi | Ep. 39
Abdel Khawatmi didn’t just show up—he dropped a masterclass.From building a consumer-direct and partner-driven hybrid model, to running multiple AI-driven systems, to scaling a team while still showing up like a ...
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Episode 39
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44:28
Why AI Won’t Save Bad Loan Officers w/Luke Shankula | Ep. 38
After months of build-up, calendar mishaps, and playful trash talk, Luke Shankula finally joins Frazier and Michael on The MLO Project. This episode delivers on all fronts: insights, shade, real talk on AI, marketing, lead gen, ...
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Episode 38
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38:31
I'll Educate You Whether You Want It or Not w/Hammer Helmer | Ep. 37
Episode OverviewHammer joins the MLO Project for what might be their most offensive (and honest) episode yet. From lock advice to social media strategy, Hammer breaks down what's actually working in today's market - and what's com...
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Episode 37
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40:24
Stop Obsessing Over Rates | Ep. 36
Proactivity in Loan Origination: Stop Obsessing Over RatesIn this episode of The MLO Project, hosts Frazier and Michael emphasize the importance of focusing on proactive, everyday actions over obsessing about fluctuating loan rates. The...
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Episode 36
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23:38
Clickbait B.S.: When Media Headlines Lie | Ep. 35
In this episode of the MLO Project, hosts Frazier and Michael discuss the impact of media sensationalism, particularly focusing on a recent headline by HousingWire that inaccurately suggested that Equity Prime Mortgage (EPM) could no longer ori...
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Episode 35
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