Happy Hour with HatchMan

What does it really take to build a successful career in real estate that lasts more than 20 years? In this episode of Happy Hour with HatchMan , I sit down with Mara Benson , owner of Bliss Realty , to talk about how the industry has transformed from carbon-copy contracts and fax machines to AI, automation, and social media. But despite all the technology, one thing hasn't changed: real estate is...

What do you do when a podcast guest doesn't show up? In this solo episode of Happy Hour with HatchMan , Braden found himself facing exactly that situation. After a guest he connected with through Threads failed to join the recording session, he decided to turn an unexpected setback into an opportunity for a different kind of conversation. Rather than canceling the episode, Braden asked himself a s...

What makes a home feel like home? In this special episode of Happy Hour with HatchMan , Braden welcomes his youngest and most honest guest yet, his 11-year-old daughter, Lily. What begins as a conversation about home quickly turns into a fun, heartfelt, and sometimes surprising discussion about family, childhood memories, growing up, and the little things that matter most to kids. Together, Braden...

In this episode of Happy Hour with HatchMan , Amber Parker joins the show for a conversation about life, family, personal growth, and her journey into real estate. Amber shares how her experiences have shaped the way she serves her clients, the importance of building genuine relationships, and why helping people find a place to call home is about so much more than a real estate transaction. We dis...

Matt Williams made a massive life change, leaving Baltimore, Maryland for Arizona and stepping into an entirely new career in real estate after working in government IT. In this episode of Happy Hour with HatchMan , we talk about what it really looks like to start over, adapt to a new environment, and build a new future from scratch. We get into the realities of moving across the country, the cult...

Guest: Robert Alexander Doran Filmmaker, ADHD entrepreneur, and personal brand coach helping creators build authentic businesses online What We Cover: Why ADHD entrepreneurs struggle with consistency The problem with “one size fits all” business advice How to build a personal brand that actually reflects who you are The difference between content that performs and content that converts Why going v...

In this episode of Happy Hour with HatchMan, Braden Hatch sits down with Mike Elkins, a cybersecurity professional and experienced real estate investor, to break down the mindset required to succeed in business and investing. Mike shares lessons from his real estate journey, including a recent failed attempt to acquire an office park and data center, and how those experiences shaped his approach t...

What happens when the future isn’t theoretical anymore? In this episode of Happy Hour with HatchMan, Braden Hatch sits down with Len Noe, an ethical augmented hacker, cybersecurity professional, and speaker who is living with 11 sub-dermal microchips implanted in his body. These implants are not experimental lab projects. They are real, they are available, and people are already using them. We bre...

🎙 Reverse Mortgages Explained: How They Work, Who Qualifies & When They Make Sense | Featuring Nina Penny In this episode of Happy Hour with HatchMan , Braden Hatch sits down with reverse mortgage specialist Nina Penny to break down everything you need to know about reverse mortgages. Reverse mortgages are one of the most misunderstood loan products in the housing industry. Many retirees, homeowne...

Chapters: 00:00 – Start 01:38 – Cutting Through Market Noise and Building Trust 03:42 – Steven’s Background in Real Estate 07:16 – Becoming a Dad and How It Changes You 09:46 – Why Waiting to Buy Hurts First-Time Buyers 14:22 – Common Buyer Objections and Fears 19:16 – Why Most People Never Try 33:58 – Using Equity to Buy Your Next Home 39:31 – Advice for People Who Feel Stuck 🎙 Happy Hour with Ha...

Timestamps 00:00 – Start 03:12 – Giving Back to Maricopa 06:02 – Why Adam Is Running for City Council 09:35 – Dealing With Negativity Online 18:52 – Running for City Council in the Past 22:01 – Showing Up for Your Community 24:33 – Navigating Divorce as Men 27:25 – Personal Growth After Divorce 33:54 – Making the Decision to Divorce 36:30 – Men’s Mental Health 48:10 – Staying Optimistic Through Ch...

Most real estate agents and loan officers know they should be creating content—but staying consistent feels impossible when you’re also trying to close deals and live real life. In this episode, Braden Hatch sits down with Dustin Miller (aka PolyInnovator) to break down how modern professionals should actually be marketing in 2026. They dive into the real systems behind sustainable content—how cre...

Fatherhood, Healing, and the Silent Battles Men Face In this raw and vulnerable episode, Braden Hatch sits down with Dennis Gable for an honest conversation about fatherhood, healing from the past, and the silent battles many men carry. They dive into childhood trauma, addiction in the family, the pressure to succeed, and the weight of showing up as a father while still figuring yourself out. Brad...

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Two dads talk mental health, heartbreak, and healing. What it really means for men to be strong when everything’s falling apart. This isn’t just a conversation, it’s a lifeline for the guy who feels like he has nowhere to turn. Braden and guest, Alex Simon, open up about divorce, fatherhood, mental health, and learning how to show up when your world’s falling apart. From being the “strong one” who...

🎙️ 00:00 – Intro & How Braden Met Antar Braden sets the tone and shares how Antar immediately stood out during an ADTV Zoom session with his energy, confidence, and no-BS attitude. 💼 03:20 – Antar’s Journey into Real Estate Antar breaks down how he transitioned into the real estate game after military life, why he chose this industry, and the mindsets that helped him succeed. 📉 07:45 – The Dark...

Episode Highlights: 🏡 More Than a Mortgage: Why homeownership is about more than just a loan. 📈 Market Trends & Buying Strategies – What you need to know in today’s real estate world. 🎤 Real Talk: Personal stories, lessons learned, and the realities of building wealth. 🔥 Actionable Tips: How to position yourself to win in real estate, whether you’re a first-time buyer or investor. 💰 Thinking...

Episode Highlights: Joe's Path to Real Estate Development: Exploring his career and experiences within the Arizona Department of Real Estate. Embracing the Dark Side: Joe's involvement with the 501st Legion and his role as Arizona's only official Darth Vader. Community Engagement: The impact of Joe's charitable work, including costumed visits to children's hospitals and participation in charity ev...

⏳ Episode Breakdown: 01:08 – Why Real Estate? 05:43 – 🚫 Ectopic Pregnancy During School 10:52 – 💪🏼 Continued School After Hemorrhages 11:54 – 📱 Documenting The Testing Journey 14:07 – Real Estate Was Only Meant to Be Part-Time 15:51 – 👫 Why Clients Love Working With Us 22:59 – Story: Don’t F**K With My Clients 26:08 – ❓ Q&A With Heather 30:06 – 💍 How I Proposed 33:24 – 🇧🇿 Our Belize Trip B...

Join me & Pete Reese for Happy Hour as we discuss real estate, business mindset goals and everything in between. Pete Reese is the President of Reelvest Properties, a land development and investment company. With nearly two decades of real estate experience as a broker and investor, Pete has successfully purchased and sold hundreds of pieces of real estate for a profit over the years for himself a...

Join Joseph Bautista & I for happy hour! Joseph is a fitness professional with over 20 years of experience, and a martial artist for over 30+ years. As a father and an entrepreneur, Spartan racing and unconventional training is his passion and Beer fuels his exploration side. Cheers!! 🍻 🎙 Happy Hour with HatchMan – Where No Topic is Off Limits! 🍻 🔗 Follow & Connect with Me: Instagram: @HatchMan...

Join Scott Groves and I for Happy Hour as we discuss the current mortgage market, coaching, fitness, brazilian jiu jitsu, and all kinds of fun topics, Cheers! 🎙 Happy Hour with HatchMan – Where No Topic is Off Limits! 🍻 🔗 Follow & Connect with Me: Instagram: @HatchManLoans YouTube: HatchManLoans Channel Website: www. HatchManLoans.com 💡 Want to Buy a Home? Get My Free First-Time Homebuyer Guide...

Join Travis Hyre & I as we talk about small business ownership, mindset, failure and everything that goes into working for yourself and doing what you love 🎙 Happy Hour with HatchMan – Where No Topic is Off Limits! 🍻 🔗 Follow & Connect with Me: Instagram: @HatchManLoans YouTube: HatchManLoans Channel Website: www. HatchManLoans.com 💡 Want to Buy a Home? Get My Free First-Time Homebuyer Guide He...

Join Derek and I as we talk about business, marketing, neuroscience, cannabis, history and everything in between. 🎙 Happy Hour with HatchMan – Where No Topic is Off Limits! 🍻 🔗 Follow & Connect with Me: Instagram: @HatchManLoans YouTube: HatchManLoans Channel Website: www. HatchManLoans.com 💡 Want to Buy a Home? Get My Free First-Time Homebuyer Guide Here: Download Now 🎬 Produced, Edited & Mix...