Randy Forcier Podcasts

On this episode of The Randy Forcier Podcast, I'm joined by Kelly Mank, co-owner of BNI Maine, for her second appearance on the podcast, four years after our first conversation. Kelly shares how BNI Maine has grown to 551 members across 21 chapters, generating approximately $42 million in closed business over the past year. We talk about what's changed in the organization, the importance of buildi...

On this episode of The Randy Forcier Podcast, I'm joined by Chris Bedard to talk about the recent jump in mortgage rates, what it means for homebuyers and why there may still be opportunities in today's housing market. We also break down CMG Home Loans' new Rate Break program, which offers eligible buyers a temporary 0.5% interest rate reduction for the first 12 months at no additional cost to the...

On this episode of The Randy Forcier Podcast, I'm joined by my brother Matt for an unplanned movie podcast about Backrooms, one of the most fascinating movies we've watched this year. We break down what makes the Backrooms themselves so compelling, from the eerie, endless rooms and found footage to the strange imagery and mysteries that make the movie so hard to stop thinking about. We also get in...

On this episode of The Randy Forcier Podcast, I’m joined by Chris Davis, Realtor with Real Broker and founder of Places in Maine. Chris shares his path from acting and performing in New York City to returning home to Maine, getting into real estate and eventually building his team. We also talk about the LAUNCH event Chris recently put on and some of the biggest ideas from his keynote, including w...

On this episode of The Randy Forcier Podcast, Chris Bedard and I break down the latest Federal Reserve meeting, the decision to raise the federal funds rate, and what we’ve seen with mortgage rates leading up to the announcement. Rates have moved higher over the past several days, pushing 30 year mortgage rates back above 7%. We talk about why that’s happening, what the Fed is watching, and what h...

On this episode of The Randy Forcier Podcast, I reconnect with my old college roommate and friend Joe Brown, 26 years after we first met as freshmen at Saint Anselm College. Joe and I look back at our college years and talk about how much life has changed since then, from raising kids and sending them off to college to careers, coaching, moving away from home and realizing how quickly the years go...

On this episode of The Randy Forcier Podcast, Chris Bedard is back and we’re getting ready for the start of the NFL season with our full 2026 preview. We go division by division through the entire NFL, breaking down the biggest storylines and making our over/under win total picks for all 32 teams. We get into whether the Patriots can repeat last year’s success, the Bills’ chances of taking back th...

On this episode of The Randy Forcier Podcast, I welcome back Josh Lagasse, owner of RE/MAX Realty One, more than four years after he first joined me as my second-ever podcast guest. We talk about Real’s acquisition of RE/MAX and what it could mean for the brand, how Josh’s perspective on running a real estate company has changed, and what the most successful agents are doing differently in 2026. W...

On this episode of The Randy Forcier Podcast, Matt and I break down Spider-Man: Brand New Day , the movie that capped off an incredible summer at the box office and gave Marvel a much-needed win heading toward Avengers: Doomsday . We talk about where Brand New Day ranks among the Tom Holland Spider-Man movies, our favorite scenes, the return of MJ and Ned, Sadie Sink’s debut as Jean Grey, and Jon...

On this episode of The Randy Forcier Podcast, I’m joined by Jeff Lee to talk about his new short horror film, Baby in the Woods , and what it actually takes to make an independent movie from scratch right here in Maine. Jeff takes us behind the scenes of producing the film, from developing the script and finding locations to casting actors, assembling a crew, creating storyboards, handling contrac...

On this episode of The Randy Forcier Podcast, I’m joined by Instagram coach Jess Van Nuland to talk about what’s actually working on Instagram right now and how business owners can create content without letting it take over their lives. Jess breaks down some of the biggest mistakes people make on Instagram, why raw and authentic content is outperforming overly polished videos, how often you shoul...

On this episode of The Randy Forcier Podcast, Chris Bedard and I break down what’s happening with mortgage rates, the Federal Reserve, and the economic reports that could move the market next. We also run through some of the biggest mistakes buyers make before and during the mortgage process, including overstating income, shopping above their budget, opening new credit, moving money around, changi...

We’re diving into one of the biggest movies of the year. On this episode of The Randy Forcier Podcast, Matt and I break down Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey , the epic blockbuster that has taken over the box office and reminded everyone why movie theaters still matter. We discuss whether it lived up to the enormous hype, where it ranks among Christopher Nolan’s best films, our favorite scenes from...

We’re in that weird spot between seasons, but somehow there are more sports stories than ever. On this episode of The Randy Forcier Podcast, Chris Bedard and I catch up on everything happening around the sports world as summer starts to wind down and football season gets closer. We break down the Celtics’ blockbuster decision to trade Jaylen Brown, LeBron James joining the 76ers, Giannis heading t...

On this episode of The Randy Forcier Podcast, I’m joined by Jeremy Forcier of CrossCountry Mortgage. We talk about the funny story of meeting at Neel Dhingra’s FORWARD event, whether we’re actually related, and the biggest lessons we took away from one of the mortgage industry’s most talked-about conferences. Jeremy shares how Neel Dhingra changed his perspective on social media, why authenticity...

On this episode of The Randy Forcier Podcast, Matt and I break down Obsession , the low-budget horror film that became one of the biggest movie success stories of 2026. We discuss whether it lived up to the hype, what made it such a cultural phenomenon, and why it could change the future of independent filmmaking. We also hand out our signature movie awards, debate the best scenes, discuss Bear&#3...

On this episode of The Randy Forcier Podcast, I sit down with Randy Seaver of the Biddeford Gazette to discuss the tragic death of Johan Guerrero and the events that brought Biddeford into the national spotlight. We separate fact from rumor, discuss the challenges of reporting on a fast-moving national story, and talk about the response from city leaders, law enforcement, and the Biddeford communi...

On this episode of The Randy Forcier Podcast, I sit down with real estate investor, Realtor, accountant, and social media creator Shawn Boulet. Shawn shares how he went from buying his first owner-occupied duplex in 1999 to building a portfolio of more than 100 rental units, all while balancing multiple businesses and staying true to a people-first approach to landlording. We dive into the realiti...

In this episode of The Mortgage Show, we cover the latest Federal Reserve meeting under new Chair Kevin Warsh, what it could mean for mortgage rates, and why predicting rates remains as difficult as ever. We also break down recent Maine State Housing updates, including lower rates, increased income limits, and why first-time buyers should still be paying close attention to the program. We spend ti...

This week on The Rehashables, we break down Steven Spielberg's latest sci-fi epic, Disclosure Day. From jaw-dropping action sequences and standout cinematography to alien encounters, government conspiracies, and a finale that sparked plenty of debate, there's a lot to unpack. We discuss why Emily Blunt delivers one of the best performances of her career, highlight our favorite scenes and c...

In this episode of The Randy Forcier Podcast, I sit down with attorney Eric Collins of Sheehan Phinney to discuss the role of outside general counsel, common legal mistakes business owners make, succession planning, mergers and acquisitions, and how the right legal strategy can protect and grow a company. Eric shares real-world examples of helping businesses avoid costly mistakes, explains why pla...

On this episode of The Randy Forcier Podcast, Randy sits down with Craig Pendleton, Chairman of the Community Advisory Council for the Biddeford Gazette, to discuss the launch of Project Reciprocity and the future of local journalism in Biddeford. Craig shares the story behind the Gazette, how it has grown over the past 18 months, and why now is the right time to ask the community for support. The...

On this episode of The Cheap Seats, we’re back after a six-week break and diving headfirst into a packed sports calendar. We break down the Patriots' blockbuster trade for A.J. Brown, discuss what Mike Vrabel’s influence is already doing for the franchise, and debate whether New England is finally heading in the right direction. We also share our thoughts on the Rams landing Myles Garrett, wha...

In this episode of The Rehashables, we head to the theater for a deep dive into The Mandalorian and Grogu, the first Star Wars movie to hit the big screen in years. We discuss our very different reactions to the film, debate whether Grogu is still the secret sauce of the franchise, and break down everything from the movie's biggest action sequences to its most questionable creative decisions....

On this episode of The Rehashables, Randy and Matt break down the final season and series finale of The Boys after five insane seasons of superheroes, satire, gore, and chaos. They dive into Homelander’s ending, Butcher’s final arc, Ryan’s role in the future of the world, and whether the finale actually stuck the landing compared to other major TV endings like Stranger Things. They also run throug...