The Austin Palacios Podcast
Join Austin Palacios as he interviews top level Entrepreneurs, Business Leaders, and Real Estate Investors.
As he breaks down society's norms and asks what it truly takes to be successful in today's world.
Episodes
55 episodes
3 Months Abroad in Latin America l Austin Palacios E56
In this episode, Austin shares his raw, unfiltered experience spending 3 months working remotely across Latin America — the highs, the lows, and everything in between.Starting in Medellín, Colombia, Austin worked full days ...
The Clock Is Ticking: How Brad Peralta Used Co-Hosting to Buy Back Time With His Kids l Brad Peralta l E55
Brad Peralta, a Bay Area native originally from Hawaii's Big Island, spent 25+ years in tech before getting laid off during COVID. Rather than returning to corporate life, he went all-in on real estate after reading Rich Dad Poor Dad, eventuall...
Airbnb Arbitrage is Overhyped… Here’s Why Co-Hosting Wins in 2026 l Adam Rohrer l E54
In this episode, Austin Palacios sits down with Adam Rohrer to break down the real truth about Airbnb in 2026—what’s working, what’s not, and where the biggest opportunities are right now.Adam shares how he went from working in ho...
Consultant turned Airbnb Co-Host l Rachael Olivier l E52
In this episode of the Austin Palacios Podcast, we sit down with Rachel Olivier, a Washington D.C.-based consultant and Airbnb entrepreneur, to dive into her journey from scrolling Instagram ads to building a thriving short-term rental business...
Airbnb Cleaner turned Co-Host l Harold Lesure l E51
In this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast, we’re joined by Harold Lesure — a Las Vegas-based real estate agent, Airbnb cleaning business owner, and short-term rental property manager. Harold shares how he went from working ...
Tech Product Manager turned Co-Host l Lourdes Dominguez | E50
In this inspiring episode of the Austin Palacios Podcast, we sit down with Lourdes Dominguez — a former tech professional who transitioned into full-time Airbnb co-hosting and real estate investing. Lourdes shares her journey from product manag...
Project Manager with 7 kids to Full time Co-Host | Patty Currid | E49
In this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast, we sit down with Patricia Currid, a former corporate project manager turned real estate investor and short-term rental co-host. Based in New Hampshire with her husband and 7 kids, Patty shares how...
Engineer to Fulltime Co-Host l Eric McCarty | E48
In this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast, we’re joined by Eric McCarty, a former engineering director turned full-time short-term rental manager and co-host. Eric walks us through how he built a 15-property Airbnb portfoli...
Real Estate Investing in 2008 | Patrick Dowling | E47
On this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast, we sit down with Patrick Dowling, a seasoned real estate investor who’s been building wealth through multifamily and commercial properties for over two decades. Patrick shares how ...
Financial Freedom with Co-Hosting | Allison Craft | E46
In this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast, we're joined by Allison Craft, a corporate finance escapee turned successful short-term rental co-host. Allison shares her deeply personal journey — from the loss of her brother and postpartum bur...
Yachting Memberships l Michael Lupolover | E45
In this episode of the Austin Palacios Podcast, Austin sits down with entrepreneur and yacht club founder Michael Lupolover. From a legal career in New York to launching a debt settlement company during the 2008 financial crisis, Lupolover shar...
50+ Shopify Brands and Built an E-commerce Empire l Zac Richmond l E44
In this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast, Austin sits down with Zac Richman, founder of Launch Vector, a fast-growing e-commerce acquisition firm that buys, scales, and sells Shopify brands. Zac breaks down how his team identifies underva...
How Entrepreneurs travel first class for free l Eli Facenda l E43
In this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast, Austin sits down with Eli Facenda, founder of Freedom Travel Systems, to reveal the hidden strategies behind luxury travel for 90% off using points and miles. They dive into Eli's journey from you...
Building Payment Processor Fanbasis l Yash Daftary E42
In this episode of the Austin Palacios Podcast, Austin sits down with Yash Daftary, the founder of Fanbasis — a rapidly scaling platform reshaping how online creators, course sellers, and info-product businesses process payments and build commu...
5 Weeks in Asia: Lessons in Life, Business, and Burnout l Austin Palacios E41
In this solo episode, Austin Palacios shares a raw and insightful breakdown of his five-week trip across Asia — from speaking at masterminds in Bali to skiing in Japan — and the surprising personal and business lessons he learned along the way....
Building a supplement company Gym Molly | Greg Booth | E40
In this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast, Austin sits down with fitness enthusiast and gym-goer, Jim Molley, to discuss the power of tracking progress, building routines, and finding joy in fitness. Jim shares his personal journey—from se...
Creative Lead Generation Through SMS | Blake Saunders | E39
In this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast, Austin sits down with Blake Saunders to explore the power of networking and how it can transform your life and business. Blake shares his journey from being socially anxious to becoming a...
57 Airbnbs by 21 years old | Hailie Maarie | E38
In this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast, Austin interviews Hailie Maarie. The conversation dives deep into the harmful dynamics of toxic work environments, the false glorification of overworking, and the steps needed to create healthier,...
Building a Relationship with God and Overcoming Limiting Beliefs l Wade Houston E37
In this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast, Austin Palacios interviews Wade Houston. We dive deep into how building a genuine relationship with God and seeking guidance—not material things—can unlock your potential. Hear stories of overcom...
EX-Professional Soccer Player Explains How His Mindset Shaped Him Into an Entrepreneur l Valentino Di Lorenzo E36
In this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast, Austin Palacios interviews Valentino Di Lorenzo, a former professional soccer player turned mindset coach and entrepreneur. Valentino shares how he overcame fear on the soccer field ...
Investment Banker to Short Term Rental Investor l Michael Chang E35
Tune in as Austin sits down with Michael Chang an investment banker turned Real Estate Investor. He talks about how he started an Airbnb Arbitrage business and left his 80-hour work weeks and a million a year income job to invest in Airbnb's fu...
Building a 27 Million a Year Solar Company l Alex Smith E34
Tune in as Austin sits down with Alex Smith the founder of Spartan Solar. Alex shares the journey of how he came to found Spartan Solar. How he lost everything through a bad partnership. His experience and key takeaways at an Alex Hormozi event...
Investing in Boutique Hotels l Auston Cook E33
Tune in as Austin sits down with Auston a boutique hotel investor in Michigan. Auston breaks down how he got into the space, how he is finding deals and how you can get started investing in hotels as well!Connect with Austin: austin__pa...
Building a community of woman investors in the STR space l Stacey St. John E32
Tune in as Austin sits down with Stacey St. John a trailblazing woman in the STR space she has built a name for herself with investing in STR's, Co-Hosting, and launching a community for woman in the STR realm!Connect with Austin: austi...
The state of Mortgages & Loans going into 2025 l Jeff Chisum E31
Tune in as Austin sits down with Jeff Chisum a loan originator that specializes in short term rentals, as he talks about loan programs that can help you get into investing in STR's. Connect with Austin: @austin__palaciosCon...