The Oakwyn Podcast

Your mindset shapes everything. This week, Michael, Morgan, and the Podfather discuss overcoming mental slumps, protecting your energy, surrounding yourself with the right people, and the daily habits that help you stay motivated when life gets tough.

Morgan Browne sits down with Arlene Chiang and Jenny Wun to reflect on the Women of Oakwyn 2026 Retreat and celebrate ten years of building a community that empowers women in real estate. This conversation is a reminder that lasting success comes from investing in yourself and the people around you.

This week, Michael, Morgan, and The Podfather pull back the curtain on how AI is reshaping the real estate industry. From pricing tools, virtual tours, and CRMs to the growing role of artificial intelligence in everyday business. The agents who stand out won't be the ones with the most information, but those with the strongest communication, negotiation skills, emotional intelligence, and loca...

What separates a memorable speaker from everyone else? Morgan and Michael sit down with The Podfather to unpack insider tips on becoming a more confident and effective communicator. Drawing from Morgan's TEDx experience, we share some practical lessons on storytelling, body language, pacing, and preparation. Public speaking goes beyond the stage, it's part of every client meeting, presenta...

Catch up over a coffee with Michael and The Podfather. From podcasts and comedy to screen time, golf, and meaningful conversations. This week’s episode is all about slowing down, appreciating the moment, and reconnecting.

Morgan sits down with Michael and The Podfather to reflect on Women of Oakwyn’s 10-year celebration in Whistler. What began as a way to bring women in real estate together has grown into a movement built on connection, collaboration, and creating opportunities for others. This year marked a major milestone with the launch of the Women of Oakwyn & UBC Sauder School of Business Scholarship and a...

This week Michael sits down with Arlene Chiang to talk about the early days of building Oakwyn. From conveying deals out of a tiny office, to taking huge risks on office spaces they couldn’t really afford, Arlene shares the behind-the-scenes stories that shaped the company from day one. Learn how staying consistent matters more than ever in this market.

This week Michael sits down with one of our top realtors, Nicholas Bardon. Here from Oakwyn’s Victoria office, Nick shares his journey from working as yacht crew sailing the Mediterranean to selling waterfront and island properties across Victoria and the Southern Gulf Islands. Nicholas unpacks the ins and outs of marketing off-grid homes and what makes island living so appealing. But also, what b...

What does it really take to go from zero to top producer? Connie Buno sits with Michael to share her journey from cold-calling out of the phone book to closing 100+ transactions a year, building a 150-agent brokerage, and ultimately redefining success on her own terms. From grit and structure to leadership, burnout, and balance, this is a raw and insightful conversation about what it takes to win...

Morgan, Michael, and The Podfather grab a coffee and reflect about life before phones and how constant tech use is affecting sleep, creativity, and relationships. They cover cutting back on social media, keeping kids off screens, and relearning how to be bored. They also share their Q2 goals around health, hobbies, and tightening up business systems to make more time for what matters.

Morgan, Michael, and The Podfather break down what top 1% agents are actually doing to win in a down market. From consistent prospecting and working their database to specializing, qualifying clients, and sticking to proven routines. If the market feels slow, this is how you stay productive and keep deals moving.

Morgan and Michael unpack why most agents overcomplicate it and how shifting your mindset from “selling” to “making friends” changes everything. With real examples, practical frameworks, and a few laughs along the way, they show how small daily actions lead to big, consistent results.

Morgan and Michael sit with The Podfather to rewind the clock: If they were starting over in real estate today, what would they do differently? A practical and refreshing look at how to create momentum from scratch and unpacking what actually matters when you’re a brand new agent. Morgan also shares the behind-the-scenes experience of stepping onto the TEDx stage.

What does it take to stay in the top 1% for 20 years? In line with Oakwyn’s 2026 theme of Journey, Michael invited Oakwynite Pete Shpak to share the pivotal moments that shaped his career. All the way from setbacks and surviving burnout, to creating a team structure that’s lasted nearly a decade.

Morgan, Michael, and The Podfather ring in the Chinese New Year with a deep dive into the Year of the Horse. From luck and superstition to the power of momentum, they explore what truly drives success. Is it something you create, or something that finds you? Tune in to find out.

This week, Michael sits with Tyler Burrows, who unpacks how consistency, creativity, and authenticity helped him grow from just 500 views to over 600,000 people reached each month, and turn that attention into real clients. A must-listen for anyone looking to grow their business through social media. Level up!

Real estate is easy to start, but much harder to sustain. This week Morgan and Michael share what they’ve learned from nearly two decades in the business and what separates agents who last 20+ years from those who burn out early. If you’re building a long-term career in real estate, this episode is about the habits, mindset, and relationships that keep you in the game.

Today Morgan, Michael and The Podfather reveal Oakwyn’s 2026 Theme of the Year: Journey. Why are so many agents stuck comparing instead of progressing? How do you shift from chasing outcomes to appreciating the process? And what does it actually mean to elevate the buyer, seller, and agent experience? Also, the announcement of the new Oakwyn app designed to improve the agent journey, tune in!

Oakwyn’s 2025 Oakwynite of the Year, Sid Koshul , joins the podcast to share how generosity, leadership, and community involvement shaped his career. From launching a refugee sponsorship initiative to helping raise over $150,000 annually for Dr. Peter Centre and chairing the capital campaign for QMUNITY, Sid shows what’s possible when business and purpose align.

This week, the trio breaks down the six-part anatomy of a powerful listing presentation. What’s your pricing strategy? How are you handling objections in today’s market? And how do you close with confidence without coming across as pushy? If you’re still winging your listing appointments, it’s time for a better framework.

AI is changing real estate fast. This week, Morgan, Michael, and The Podfather break down how agents can use AI to streamline their businesses without losing the human side of the work. From cutting down admin and busywork to sharpening conversations with clients, they explore where technology helps and where real experience, judgment, and relationships still matter most.

Rejection is part of the job - but it doesn’t have to derail you. Morgan, Michael, and The Podfather talk honestly about lost deals, mental pressure, and staying confident in a tough market. From separating self-worth from outcomes to building long-term resilience, this episode offers grounded perspective for agents navigating uncertainty, pressure, and growth.

What does it take to build and scale in an industry that never stands still? This week Michael and Morgan sit down with Michael Dong of Drevan Real Estate Group to talk leadership, growth, and building lasting success in real estate. With nearly 800 transactions and over $800 million in sales, Michael shares lessons on scaling high-performing teams, staying aligned in a fast-moving market, and thi...

This week, Michael and The Podfather take you behind the scenes of the Oakwyn Podcast, sharing the journey of creating over 300 episodes. If you’re thinking about starting your own podcast, this is the perfect starting point to learn how to build a successful show from the ground up. A great insight to what it takes before you even hit the record button.

The real estate industry is changing faster than ever, and success in the years ahead will require far more than market knowledge alone. Michael, Morgan, and The Podfather break down the five most important skills Realtors need to thrive. From advanced negotiation strategies and financial literacy to high-trust communication, personal branding, and leveraging AI without losing the human touch. Tak...