Keep It Simple with Brian McMullen

Most entrepreneurs and real estate investors struggle with trusting the wrong partners—and paying the price. Brandon Lamon shares how he’s learned to build genuine relationships that withstand adversity, from a 20-year marriage to navigating tough business deals. If you’re tired of superficial connections and want actionable strategies to foster trust, loyalty, and long-term success, this episode...

This week on Keep It Simple we bring our producer Jake Wharton from behind the soundboard to in front of the camera to highlight his journey! Before Jake's shift into podcasting and content creation, his career started off as a professional touring guitarist for over a decade. With a shutdown proving the fragility of life as a musician coupled with a growing family, Jake turned his focus towar...

Most entrepreneurs overlook the hidden power of creative financing in real estate — until Pedro Calle reveals how he scaled from zero to over 70 doors using strategies most don’t even know exist. If you’ve ever felt stuck chasing traditional loans or afraid to make bold moves, this episode is your blueprint to unlock financial freedom and speed up your journey. Pedro, a software developer in Ecuad...

Unlock the secrets to smart, low-risk real estate investing with Paul Brown—an industry veteran who transformed his career by making bold, purpose-driven decisions. When his life in Japan and Singapore no longer aligned with his values, Paul chose to prioritize family, pivoting from international finance to real estate and innovative funding strategies that deliver double-digit returns. His journe...

Unlock the secret to building a thriving business without sacrificing your peace of mind. In this episode, entrepreneur and podcast host Nathanael Opoulos reveals how setting up simple, effective systems can help you break free from daily micromanagement and grow your wealth faster. If you're tired of feeling stuck working in your business instead of on it, this conversation will change the wa...

On this episode of Keep It Simple we meet Dr. Nicolas Timpanaro, dentist and owner of Verde Smiles in Camp Verde, Arizona. Most entrepreneurs let self-doubt hold them back from turning their dreams into reality. Nick Timpanaro's story proves that with resilience and guidance, you can go from immigrant to successful business owner in just a few months—despite starting from scratch. He shares ho...

Join Brian McMullen on "Keep It Simple" as he sits down with Raz Mihalyi, a software engineer turned real estate innovator. Discover how Raz's journey from tech to launching Creative Listings—a platform revolutionizing real estate transactions—unfolded. Dive into their engaging conversation about entrepreneurship, creative financing, and the power of taking action. Whether you're...

In this episode of "Keep It Simple," host Brian McMullen sits down with Taran DePaola, a chemist turned entrepreneur, to explore the fascinating world of CBD products. Taran shares his journey from academia to creating high-potency CBD solutions that offer therapeutic benefits without the psychoactive effects. Discover how Taran's innovative approach is helping both humans and pets f...

In this episode we sit and chat with Danita Sands, creator of Pathways Recovery, an addiction treatment facility in California. Danita shares her story, her business that helps people overcome addiction, and the steps she has taken to shift her focus from the everyday grind, to her and her organization's growth. Check out all of Danita's work at: pathwaysrecovery.com

In this episode of Keep It Simple, Brian sits down withBecky Siskowski, an entrepreneur who is currently buildingelectric vehicle charging stations in areas where access to chargers are sparce. Join us as we learn about Becky's plan and what fueled her intostarting in this venture!

Join Brian McMullen as he sits down with Nathan Giddings, a seasoned Allstate agent and entrepreneur from Marietta, California. In this engaging episode, Nathan shares his journey from working alongside his father to owning multiple agencies, and the challenges and triumphs of merging them into a single thriving operation. Discover insights into his diverse business ventures, including a property...

In this episode, I sit down with longtime educator, craftsman, and friend Kurk Aegerter. With more than three decades of teaching under his belt, Kurk brings a perspective that’s both grounded and deeply human — shaped by years of working with kids, navigating life’s fears, and constantly choosing growth over comfort. We talk about the power of confidence (and what happens when you don’t have it),...

EP 003: With Teresa VillaruzIn this episode, I sit down with entrepreneur and visionary Teresa Villaruz. From launching multiple businesses (including a new boba café in Monterey) to navigating a life-changing cancer diagnosis, Teresa’s journey is one of resilience, faith, and a drive to help others thrive. She shares how she and her husband built their real estate foundation, why mid-term rentals...

Episode 002: with Damian Godoy, a seasoned real estate broker specializing in multifamily properties. We discuss the importance of family, the fleeting nature of time with children, and the evolution of Damian's real estate career. The conversation delves into the significance of networking, overcoming fear, and the lessons learned from past mistakes. Damian shares his aspirations for financial in...

Episode 001: with Grace McMullen This first episode will always be special — not only because it’s the start of this podcast journey, but because I had the chance to sit down for a heart-to-heart with my own daughter. We laughed, we got real, and we touched on the values that shaped both our family and my approach to investing. My hope is that this is the first of many honest, meaningful conversat...