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In this episode of The Open Exchange, Paul Martinez sits down with Kevin Power, a veteran home inspector and founder of Sunrise Home Inspections, to unpack the overlooked truths behind real estate purchases.

With over 16 years of experience, Kevin has seen it all—from rushed decisions and waived inspections to costly oversights that haunt homeowners for years. Together, they discuss:

The emotional trap buyers fall into

Why home inspections are essential in today’s housing market

What most people get wrong about roofs, plumbing, and maintenance

How to balance confidence and caution in any big purchase

Whether you're buying your first home or advising clients as a realtor or insurance agent, this episode is a masterclass in protecting what matters most—your investment and your peace of mind.

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00:00 – Intro: Are We the Bad Guys in Real Estate?
02:00 – Kevin’s First Inspection: What Went Wrong
05:00 – Why Home Inspections Still Matter in 2025
08:00 – Buyers Skipping Steps: The Hidden Cost
11:00 – Roof Age, Insurance, and Industry Shifts
15:30 – Attention Spans & Education vs. Advising
19:00 – Avoiding Costly Mistakes as a Buyer
23:00 – Paul’s Real-Life $1,500 Plumbing Lesson
28:00 – What Makes a Good Home Inspector
32:00 – Starting Sunrise: Confidence & Risk
37:00 – Tech, AI, and What Kevin Refuses to Automate
41:00 – Would You Let Your Kid Buy This House?
45:00 – Realtor Pressure & Waiving Inspections
50:00 – Final Thoughts: Protect the Buyer, Protect the Dream



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In this episode, Paul talks with professional bowler and father of three, Matt Brockett, about the hidden trauma that shaped his youth — and the sport that saved his life.

Matt shares how childhood abuse led him to bowling as a way to escape, and how years later, fatherhood, therapy, and faith helped him find healing. From competing in PBA events to building his coaching brand, Matt's story is one of resilience, accountability, and growth.

Topics covered:

• Childhood trauma and survival
• Using bowling as therapy and motivation
• The role of fatherhood in healing
• Building R&B Bowling
• Vulnerable reflections on forgiveness and personal growth

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Kevin Mace, known as the "Mortgage Magician," sits down with Paul to reflect on 21+ years in the mortgage industry. From surviving the 2008 housing crash to uncovering an undiagnosed gluten allergy and ADHD diagnosis, Kevin opens up about the highs, lows, and life lessons that reshaped his personal and professional journey. This conversation is real, relatable, and packed with insight about resilience, people-first business, and personal reinvention.

🎧 Topics:

Subprime crash & mortgage ethics

ADHD and mental health in business

Life pivots, parenting, and purpose

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In this episode of The Open Exchange, Realtor, Broker, and Content Creator Rob Wallace joins the show to talk about the unseen struggles behind success. From a childhood spent moving internationally to facing devastating personal loss, Rob shares how discipline, faith, and self-growth reshaped his life. The conversation touches on building mental toughness, overcoming distractions, redefining success, and navigating today's noisy world with purpose. This raw and open discussion offers a refreshing look at what it truly means to grow, persevere, and lead with intention.

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Chapters:
00:00 - Welcoming Rob
03:00 - Rob’s Early Life: Growing Up Around the World
08:30 - Learning Hustle Early: Becoming the Man of the House
14:00 - The Real Impact of Loss and Grief
20:30 - Fitness, Discipline, and the Power of 75 Hard
27:00 - Faith Journey: Finding God Again
34:00 - Blocking Out the Noise: Media, Politics, and Distractions
41:30 - Redefining Success and Freedom
48:00 - Entrepreneurship and Authenticity in Content Creation
53:00 - Final Reflections: Discipline, Faith, and Staying Rooted

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What does it take to rebuild a six-figure real estate business from scratch every few years? Meet Olivia Evans—a dynamic military spouse, mom, and top-producing REALTOR® who’s mastered the art of reinvention. From being broke and asking her mom for diaper money, to closing three deals her first month in business, Olivia shares how she’s grown her brand in new markets without cold calls or paid leads.

In this episode, Olivia opens up about:

Starting in real estate at 17 in England

The challenges and resilience of military family life

Why authenticity trumps algorithms in marketing

How she creates community and referrals in unfamiliar places

The mindset shift required to scale in unpredictable environments

Whether you're in sales, real estate, or just trying to figure life out—this one's for you.

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00:00 - Olivia’s Life in Connecticut
01:00 - From England to the U.S.: Her Journey
03:00 - Real Estate in the UK vs. US
07:00 - Meeting Her Marine Husband
10:00 - Broke with a Baby: Starting Over
13:00 - No Cold Calls, Just Connection
16:30 - Marketing Without Being Cringe
20:00 - Delegating with a Virtual Assistant
24:00 - Real Talk on Rebuilding in New Cities
30:00 - Confidence, Audacity, and Organic Sales
35:00 - Coaching: Finding the Real “Why”
42:00 - Military Life, Motherhood, and Grit
45:00 - Where to Find Olivia Evans

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In this episode I sit down with Tara Crossley — a realtor, coach, and keynote speaker — whose journey from financial dependence and personal trauma to professional independence will leave you inspired.

Tara opens up about:

Surviving a traumatic upbringing and breaking generational cycles

Becoming financially literate after a crisis changed her life

Starting her first job at 14 to escape control

How real estate helped her reclaim her identity

Using coaching and keynote speaking to empower others

This isn’t just a story about business — it’s about resilience, purpose, healing, and finding power in vulnerability.


0:00 - Intro & Tara’s First In-Person Podcast
1:00 - Her Appearance on “Money & Impact”
2:15 - Becoming Financially Literate After Husband’s Accident
5:00 - Facing Life as a Young Mom in Crisis
7:45 - The Journey to Sales: From Vacuums to Real Estate
10:15 - Emotional Turmoil & Survivor Mode from Childhood
14:00 - Diagnosed with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD)
18:00 - Learning to Be a Better Parent Through Pain
22:00 - Getting Help, Coaching, and Healing
26:00 - Becoming a Realtor During Covid
29:00 - Building a Real Estate Team in Connecticut
31:30 - Coaching Others to Break Fear & Grief Barriers
34:00 - The Power of Showing Up and Letting Purpose Drive You
37:30 - No Gatekeeping: Sharing Success & Giving Back
42:00 - Final Thoughts on Gratitude, Parenting & Living with Purpose

Connect with Tara:
Instagram: @taracrossleyrealtor
YouTube: @taracrossleyrealtor
Website: https://www.keyrealestatehomes.com/tara-crossley

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In this deep and raw conversation, Paul Martinez sits down with entrepreneur and breath work expert Johnny Longinidis to unpack the journey from emotional suppression and near-suicide to purpose, healing, and spiritual alignment.

Johnny shares his Greek-American upbringing, his entrepreneurial grind, and the turning point that led him to breath work, yoga, and a new definition of success. They discuss how men mask pain, how to build emotional intelligence, and how breath and stillness can guide us back to purpose.

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Chapters:
00:00 - Intro & How They Connected
02:00 - Johnny’s Greek Roots & Early Hustle
06:45 - From Restaurants to Self-Discovery
10:20 - What is Pranayama & Why It Matters
14:00 - Emotional Repression & Masculinity
17:45 - Losing His Father & Baseball Dreams
21:00 - Rock Bottom: A Voice That Saved His Life
26:30 - How Habits & Environment Shape You
30:00 - Meditation Misconceptions & Getting Started
35:45 - The Science & Simplicity of Breathwork
41:00 - How to Identify Suppressed Emotions
45:30 - Johnny’s Daily Spiritual Practices
50:00 - Why Life Has No Final Destination
53:00 - How to Work with Johnny & Final Thoughts





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Growth doesn’t happen without a fight—and sometimes the battle is inside.

In this episode, CJ Satti returns for a raw, vulnerable conversation about the mental, emotional, and spiritual struggles men carry every day. We talk about what happens when the pressure to provide, lead, and stay strong turns into silence, guilt, or emotional exhaustion.

CJ shares his personal transformation—from quitting alcohol to deepening his faith—and how making space for emotions became the fuel for real growth. We reflect on the complexity of being fathers, husbands, and men who want more… but are still learning how to be present.

If you've ever felt pulled between the man you are and the man you're becoming, this one's for you.

Chapters:
00:00 – Intro: Life Update & Podcast Growth
02:15 – The Chaos in a Man’s Mind
05:30 – Guilt About Creative Dreams & Priorities
08:10 – Balancing Marriage, Kids & Inner Restlessness
10:20 – The Cost of Poor Communication
13:00 – The Pressure to Appear "Okay"
15:45 – CJ’s Journey Quitting Alcohol & Weed
21:00 – Why Growth Hurts at First
24:20 – Distractions, Numbing, and Avoidance
27:50 – Faith, Free Will & the Power of Prayer
32:00 – Outwitting the Devil & Spiritual Drift
35:00 – The Battle Between Flesh and Spirit
38:00 – Journaling, Therapy & Processing Emotion
42:15 – What We Want Our Kids to Remember About Us
46:00 – Provider Pressure vs. Being Present
50:10 – Forgiveness, Self-Awareness & Emotional Maturity
54:00 – The Power of Reflection After a Bad Day
58:00 – Advice to Our Younger Selves
1:02:00 – Final Thoughts on Growth, God & Masculinity

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