R.E.A.L. Real Estate Agent Life Podcast
🎙️ Welcome to the R.E.A.L. Real Estate Agent Life Podcast, hosted by Shane Kilby & Duane Murphy ! Each week, we bring you actionable tips, expert insights, and inspiring stories to help real estate professionals thrive. From lead generation and marketing to negotiation and mindset, we cover it all. Perfect for agents looking to grow, learn, and succeed. New episodes drop every week —don’t miss out! Subscribe, share, and join the conversation. Let’s elevate your real estate game!
Episodes
50 episodes
Building A Lean Real Estate Team
One minute you’re joking about Wisconsin weather, the next you’re staring at a blueprint for a real estate career that quietly stacked 2,200 transactions and more than $622M in sales. We’re joined by Amber Hummer, a high producing a...
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Season 2
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Episode 50
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37:06
From North Pole Alaska To Pismo Beach Luxury Real Estate
She grew up in a town called North Pole, Alaska and yes, it’s real. From there, Kim Renshaw builds a life that looks nothing like her starting point: horses, motorcycles, and a thriving real estate business on California’s Central C...
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Season 2
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Episode 49
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54:31
Building A Real Estate Legacy In Maui
What does it take to trade a surfer’s dream for a generational legacy? We sit down with Dano, a 40-year Maui veteran who bought his first home at 18 percent interest and still calls real estate the best place to invest. From carrying grout as a...
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Season 2
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Episode 48
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36:33
Why Now Is Your Moment To Attack The Market
Thinking about a real estate career but spooked by headlines? We pull back the curtain on why a so-called “down market” is actually the best launchpad for new and returning agents. We get real about mindset, work ethic, and the uncomfortable tr...
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Season 2
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Episode 47
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39:35
Lead With A Servant’s Heart, Let Gratitude Rewire Your Business
What if the scariest first step became the moment that built your career? That’s where Jennifer’s story starts: a last-minute sign call, zero experience opening a lockbox, and a choice to lead with courage and connection. <...
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Season 2
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Episode 46
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1:08:34
Inside Phoenix Real Estate: Luxury, Coaching, And The Comeback Mindset
Real estate feels simple when the market hands you wins. But what happens when speed stops working and skill is the only edge that matters? We sit down with Phoenix leader Adam Prather—someone who turned personal urgency into a durable playbook...
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Season 2
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Episode 45
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46:35
$400M Agent Reveals the Truth: You’re Not “Good” You’re Lucky (Until the Market Changes)
In this episode of R.E.A.L. Real Estate Agent Life, we sit down with Alex Yu, Orange County team leader and coach who’s helped guide over $400M in sales and built a reputation for systems, service, and five-star client...
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Season 2
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Episode 44
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49:10
Ready. Fire. Aim. ..The “Small Town → #1 Team” Blueprint with Matt Smith
What does it look like to go from a graduating class of 30… to building a powerhouse real estate team that dominates market share?In this episode of R.E.A.L. Real Estate Agent Life, Shane Kilby and Duane Murphy sit down...
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Season 1
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Episode 43
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43:57
Gratitude, Grit & the Bison Mentality: Our Thanksgiving Reset for Real Estate Agents
This Thanksgiving episode hits different.No guest. No script. Just two operators Shane from Alabama and Duane from Wisconsin getting brutally honest about the year we’ve all walked through:Why 2024/2025 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 41
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35:07
From $60M Debt to 400 Agents: Tony Hanson on Leadership, Systems & Relentless Grit
Today’s episode features one of the most dynamic leaders in real estate, Tony Hanson of Better Homes & Gardens Paracle.Tony doesn’t just talk success he lives discipline, systems, and execution at a level most agents ...
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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54:17
From Homeless at 15 to Leading Montana’s Most Trusted Real Estate Brand...The Mark Kuhl Story
In this powerful episode of the R.E.A.L. Real Estate Agent Life Podcast, Shane and Duane sit down with Marine Corps veteran, former firefighter, and Montana brokerage owner Mark Kuhl — a man whose story redefines resilience, leadership, and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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49:25
Master the Mundane: How 25 Years in Real Estate Built a Legacy of Loyalty, Leadership, and Love with Pat Garrity
There’s a moment in every entrepreneur’s journey where they realize the goal isn’t just to make a living it’s to make an impact.In this episode of R.E.A.L. Real Estate Agent Life, hosts Shane Kilby (Swee...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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45:42
The Art of Getting Back Up: Wayne Salmans on Pain, Purpose, and Becoming Your Own Hero
From near-death to next-level purpose.In this raw, unfiltered episode of The R.E.A.L. Real Estate Agent Life Podcast, Shane Kilby and Duane Murphy sit down with Coach Wayne Salmans — founder and CEO of <...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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45:52
From Dental Chair to Deal Maker: How Brenda Young Rebuilt a Career at 51 and Became a Top Producer
Shane Kilby (Sweet Home Alabama) and co-host Duane Murphy (Appleton, WI) sit down with Brenda Young, a lifelong Appleton resident who traded 33 years in dentistry for a brand-new real estate career at age 51 and never looked back....
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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42:53
No Regrets & No Excuses: How Greg Langham Rebuilt in a New State, Reignited His Drive, and Scaled GO Idaho
When burnout hits and the bank account is shrinking, most people tap out. Greg Langham did the opposite.From Marriott paying for his real estate school (true story) to failing at timeshares, cutting his teeth o...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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44:14
The Pines to the Palms: Gary Sparks’ Story of Growth, Faith & Real Estate
This week on the R.E.A.L. Real Estate Agent Life Podcast, Shane and Duane sit down with Gary Sparks, Qualifying Broker with Marmac Real Estate Coastal.Gary’s journey started in a night class 10 years ago after lo...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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54:16
How Tyler Blair Grew to 100+ Agents and a Quarter-Billion in Sales
Tyler Blair didn’t grow up with much. In fact, it took him a full year and four test attempts just to get his real estate license. Fast forward to today he’s leading a 100+ agent team, closing over $274 million in p...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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44:04
Your CRM Went Silent... Here’s How to Fix It
If you’ve ever said “the leads suck,” this one’s for you. Shane & Duane sit down with longtime tech insider Randy Carroll alumni of Commissions Inc. (CINC) and Chime/Lofty now the growth engine behind Ruuster, a le...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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46:37
Overcoming Hurdles: Real Estate Success Stories
In this episode, we delve into the transformative power of coaching and mentorship in shaping successful careers. Discover how guidance from experienced mentors can unlock potential, provide valuable insights, and accelerate profess...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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54:00
From Farmer to $350M Producer: Mike Blake’s Unstoppable Real Estate Playbook
From apple orchards to award-winning broker, Mike Blake’s journey is anything but ordinary. In this powerhouse episode of Real Estate Agent Life, Shane and Duane sit down with their longtime friend and fraternity brother to...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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36:18
From Logistics to Listings: How Eric Meldrum Built a YouTube Powered Real Estate Machine
What happens when a former logistics expert burns out on corporate America and sets his sights on real estate? You get Eric Meldrum—a team leader, content creator, and visionary who turned YouTube videos into a multi-state lead magnet....
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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48:11
Why Rusty Glines Quit Owning a Brokerage (And Grew Bigger Than Ever)
Guntersville native. Lakefront expert. 600+ transactions.In this episode, we sit down with Rusty Glines, a top-producing Alabama agent who turned a factory job into a lakefront real estate empire. Rusty shares ...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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36:12
“From Burnout to Boundaries: How Liz Power Redefined Real Estate Success”
What happens when a powerhouse agent accidentally stumbles into real estate… and ends up building a legacy?In this raw and refreshing episode of the R.E.A.L. Real Estate Agent Life Podcast, Liz Power opens up about what...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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59:40
How a Country Boy, a Title Queen, and a Broken Website Built a Real Estate Empire in 39 States
Glenn S. Phillips didn’t set out to lead one of America’s fastest-growing niche brokerages. But when a broken tech company with two fatal flaws and zero capital showed up on his doorstep, he and his wife Doris didn’t just fix it…They
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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1:15:04
đź’Ľ Keep Showing Up: Building a Real Estate Legacy with Hannah NeSmith
In this powerful episode of Real Estate Agent Life, broker/owner Hannah NeSmith joins Shane and Duane to unpack what it really takes to grow a thriving boutique brokerage, raise a family, and lead with resilience.
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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41:09