The Viking Chats: navigating the choppy waters of property, technology and business

Welcome aboard The Viking Chats—the podcast where property, tech, and business collide in candid, no-fluff conversations. Hosted by Kristjan Byfield—lettings veteran, proptech pioneer, and co-founder of Base Property Specialists and The Depositary—this show dives deep into the real-world challenges and bold innovations shaping the future of the housing sector and beyond.

Each episode, Kristjan drops anchor with industry leaders, disruptors, and entrepreneurs to unpack the messy, inspiring, and often chaotic reality of running a modern business in a rapidly evolving landscape. Expect sharp insights, honest stories, and the occasional Viking metaphor—all served with Kristjan’s trademark wit and big-hearted honesty.

Whether you’re in lettings, launching a startup, or just love a good story about navigating change—this podcast is your compass in the storm.

Guest

Steve Eakins

Steve Eakins is Key Partner Director at Lumon, a specialist in currency exchange for international property transactions. With over 15 years of experience in the FX space, Steve has helped countless agents and property professionals boost their deal success by unlocking the hidden power of currency. He works closely with UK estate and letting agents, helping them integrate FX strategy to reduce fall-throughs, support international clients, and deliver added value to both buyers and vendors. Known for his straight-talking style and deep market insight, Steve is passionate about helping agents future-proof their service in an increasingly global property market.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/eakinssteve/

Guest appearance on:

Currency Secrets Agents Should Know: A Game-Changing Chat with Steve Eakins