Business Breakdown with Brian Bandell
Join Brian Bandell, Real Estate Editor for the South Florida Business Journal, as he covers the hot topics and powerful people shaping business in South Florida.
Each episode breaks down a major business story with newsroom and expert guest opinion, covers the top headlines and debates the biggest deals in South Florida's business world. Business Breakdown with Brian Bandell is proudly presented by the South Florida Business Journal and sponsored by Suffolk, redefining how America builds.
Episodes
18 episodes
Billionaire Stephen M. Ross on his transformative vision for West Palm Beach
Brian Bandell interviews billionaire Stephen M. Ross about his vision for transforming West Palm Beach into a model community. The conversation covers the importance of education, healthcare, and inclusive housing in fostering growth. The discu...
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Episode 17
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32:13
Moishe Mana on his vision for downtown Miami and Wynwood
While Moishe Mana is the largest owner of land in downtown Miami and Wynwood, he hasn’t been in a hurry to build. Mana explains his vision for the city, including his focus on technology companies, arts and fashion, along with the challenges th...
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Episode 16
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38:19
Business Insights from the America Forum, Trump, and Media Mogul Andy Ansin
In this episode of Business Breakdown, Brian Bandell discusses the evolving media landscape with Andy Ansin, owner of two major TV stations in South Florida. The conversation covers the recent America Business Forum, Trump's appearance at the e...
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Episode 15
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39:33
Stephen Ross, Moishe Mana bullish on tech hub in South Florida
Brian Bandell and the news team discuss Moishe Mana’s development plans and tech initiative in Miami,
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Episode 14
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36:39
Tere Blanca talks securing Blackstone lease, how Ken Griffin and Stephen Ross investments are driving the office market
Tere Blanca, CEO of Blanca Commercial Real Estate, talks about big deals in the Miami office market and whether the momentum will continue. Brian Bandell is joined in the newsroom by Fred Gonzalez and Courtney Danielle Moore, exploring the
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Episode 13
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44:56
From Manhattan to Miami: BH Group’s Toledano talks NY buyers and partnering with Jorge Pérez
The developer behind numerous high-profile developments in South Florida talks about how he finds deals and forms partnerships with major developers.
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Episode 12
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40:43
Condo buyouts in Miami Beach, construction industry disrupted by immigration enforcement
Brian Bandell and the SFBJ staff discuss the biggest news of the week, including a condo buyout on Miami Beach, the emergence of a coastal neighborhood and construction industry leaders measuring the impact of immigration enforcement on their w...
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Episode 11
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32:22
Related Group leaders Jon Paul and Nick Perez discuss condo development
The leaders of South Florida’s largest condo developer speak about how they create personality in their buildings and the trends with buyers.
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Episode 10
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34:03
Rita Case on her passion for the auto industry and philanthropy
Rick Case Automotive CEO Rita Case talks about her top-ranked dealerships and Brian Bandell breaks down big stories like the future of Brightline.
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Episode 9
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28:57
Why South Florida’s housing market is struggling
Brian Bandell explains what’s causing the slowdown in home sales and why more developers are facing foreclosure lawsuits.
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Episode 8
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34:04
Gil Dezer on building luxury condos with Porsche, Bentley branding
Condo developer Gil Dezer discuses his latest luxury condo projects, a potential mall redevelopment and his favorite cars.
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Episode 7
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42:03
Oscar Seikaly reveals the trends moving insurance rates
NSI Insurance CEO Oscar Seikaly answers pressing questions about Florida’s insurance market. Have homeowner insurance rates come down? Why is auto insurance the most expensive in the nation? Will tariffs impact insurance rates?
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Episode 6
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51:00
Grant Cardone talks crowdfunding, real estate and bitcoin
Grant Cardone, the CEO of Cardone Capital and founder of the 10X brand, has raised more than $1.5 billion through crowdfunding to invest in real estate and bitcoin.
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Episode 5
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44:40
Florida Panthers CEO Caldwell describes road to the Stanley Cup
Matt Caldwell talks about how a business turnaround and diligent hiring helped the Panthers reach greatness on the ice.
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Episode 4
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37:51
Tariffs cost South Florida business over $100k monthly
Randy Carr, CEO of manufacturer World Emblem, discusses how tariffs have cost his business money and will raise prices for consumers.
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Episode 3
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34:55
Artificial intelligence transforms business
Brian Bandell speaks with Jorge Garcia, CEO of architecture firm Garcia Stromberg, about how he uses AI.
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Episode 2
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31:29
The Struggle for Workforce Housing
Join Brian Bandell, Real Estate Editor for the South Florida Business Journal, as he covers the hot topics and powerful people shaping business in South Florida. In this episode, Hugo Pacanins of Pinnacle Housing explains why it’s ...
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Episode 1
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Introducing: Business Breakdown with Brian Bandell
Business Breakdown with Brian Bandell is your go-to podcast for an in-depth analysis of the business landscape in South Florida. Join Brian Bandell, Real Estate Editor for the South Florida Business Journal, as he delves into the hot t...
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