LIFE WITH MIKEY

Survive ‘til 25? Forget that—this episode shows you how to  thrive  in 26. Michael Michalov and Mikey Taylor fire through a no-BS lightning round of over- vs undervalued asset classes, crunch the brutal cap-rate math no one’s talking about, and reveal the five niches they’re betting on  now —before Wall Street piles in.  What you’ll learn: Why short-term rentals and build-to-rent mega-projects may...

Day trading isn’t just risky—it’s designed for you to lose. In this brutally honest episode, former financial advisor Michael Michalov joins Mikey Taylor to break down why 90% of day traders fail, how emotional investing destroys wealth, and what actually works for building long-term financial freedom. They dive into real stories of clients getting crushed by margin calls, the illusion of tech and...

In this episode of Life With Mikey , Avery Carl—real estate investor, author, and founder of The Short Term Shop—breaks down how she scaled from one short-term rental to over 250 doors and built an investment machine from scratch. Avery shares her journey from the music industry to real estate domination, the mistakes new investors make, why she doesn’t care about vanity metrics, and how she’s hel...

In this episode, Cole opens up about the highs and lows of professional racing, the harsh reality of money management as an athlete, struggling with OCD after retiring, and why real estate and investing are key to life after sports. We also dive into how athletes handle risk differently, lessons learned from missing early Bitcoin opportunities, and why the California housing crisis is hitting a br...

In this episode of Life With Mikey , Mikey Taylor and Michael Michalov break down California’s affordable housing crisis — and why now might be the greatest time to invest in real estate in LA. They explore the deep misconceptions around "affordable housing," why so many investors get it wrong, and how new policies like ED1 are reshaping the future of development. From California’s $1.1M...

What happens when a BMX icon turns stuntman, dodges bankruptcy, lives in his car, flips a helicopter on a bike, and gets a balloon shot out of his mouth by Special Forces—all while battling chronic pain and making a Hollywood comeback? In this episode of Life With Mikey , Mikey Taylor and Michael Michalov sit down with the legendary Mike “Rooftop” Escamilla to unpack one of the wildest life storie...

In this raw and unfiltered episode of  Life With Mikey , Jordan opens up about: Battling heroin addiction and spending a year incarcerated Hustling his way into Nike with a self-funded short film Why $2M doesn’t mean you're “set for life” The truth about NIL, pressure on young athletes, and the illusion of success How he built a personal brand so strong that he now charges  $1,000/hour  for ad...

In this episode of Life With Mikey, Mikey Taylor sits down with legendary pro skater turned entrepreneur and fitness coach Neen Williams. From partying and losing sponsors to building an empire of 8 burger restaurants, coaching thousands on fitness, and turning his health journey into a lifestyle brand — Neen’s transformation is nothing short of inspiring. They dive into:- The rise, fall, and rein...

In this episode of Life With Mikey , Mikey Taylor sits down with functional nutritionist and gut health expert Rachel Scheer for a deep dive into the world of holistic healing. From Mikey’s wife’s battle with insomnia and autoimmune issues to Rachel’s personal journey off SSRIs and out of chronic illness, this episode uncovers the root causes of modern health problems—and why traditional medicine...

In this episode of Life With Mikey , we sit down with Barton Damer , the founder of Already Been Chewed (ABC) , a top-tier motion design and 3D animation studio that has worked with brands like Nike, Louis Vuitton, and New Balance . Barton shares his incredible entrepreneurial journey , from working two full-time jobs while freelancing, to building an agency that redefined the motion design indust...

What happens when your dream career doesn’t pan out? Sam Yi, former pro golfer turned golf entrepreneur, shares how he pivoted from chasing the PGA Tour to building a thriving business in the golf industry. In this episode, we dive into: The rise of golf influencers and why YouTubers are outpacing PGA pros in brand deals. Sam’s wild story of landing a Samsung sponsorship from scratch. The business...

In this episode of Life With Mikey , former pro skateboarder Jordan Hoffart shares his journey from landing insane tricks to launching Black Plague Brewing . Jordan opens up about the transition from professional skating to entrepreneurship, the challenges of raising $1.5M in capital , and navigating the unpredictable craft beer industry. The content of this video (“Video”) is for informational pu...

In this episode of Life With Mikey , we sit down with the multi-faceted entrepreneur Matt Coulter to unpack his wild journey from real estate to running nonprofits and even owning restaurants. Matt shares his philosophy on balancing business and philanthropy , the truth about nonprofits (including how some are set up for tax loopholes 👀), and the future of AI in real estate . The content of this...

The housing market is in crisis—high interest rates, low supply, and skyrocketing prices. Can anything fix this? In this episode of Life With Mikey , we sit down with mortgage expert Brad Rice to break down the state of real estate, the factors keeping home prices high, and what needs to happen for affordability to improve. We dive deep into the 2008 crash vs. today , interest rates , mortgage len...

In this episode of Life With Mikey , Johnny Robinson & Sergio Silesky share their wild entrepreneurial journey—starting with a $150 window cleaning side hustle in college to scaling multiple businesses, including a $3M+ service academy. They break down how they built, sold, and reinvested in their businesses, revealing lessons in scaling, working with private equity, and creating passive incom...

Is Your Mindset Keeping You Broke? Dr. Brad Klontz, clinical psychologist, financial expert, and bestselling author, joins Life With Mikey to expose the hidden beliefs that are sabotaging your wealth. In this episode, we break down: 🔹 Why only poor people think the system is rigged —and how to shift your mindset 🔹 The psychological traps keeping you stuck in financial struggle 🔹 How to break fr...

Real Estate, Squatters, and the Homelessness Crisis: Life With Mikey Episode 27 with George McCleary  In this episode of Life With Mikey, Mikey Taylor sits down with George McCleary, a seasoned real estate investor and entrepreneur. They dive deep into real estate strategies, the challenges of managing properties, and the growing issues of squatter rights and homelessness. George shares his insigh...

On this episode of Life With Mikey, Mikey Taylor and Michael Michalov catch up with skateboarding legend Mike Mo Capaldi. After dominating the skate scene and building a name as one of the most stylish skaters ever, Mike Mo is taking on a new challenge: revolutionizing the way skateboarding competitions are run with PSL Skateboarding. Mike Mo shares his journey from going pro at just 15 to dealing...

Los Angeles is on fire! Could that have been prevented? What is going on... In this episode of Life With Mikey, we're stepping away from our usual business and real estate investing topics to address this urgent issue. Join us as we dive deep into California's wildfire management failures, including overregulation, neglected forest management, housing policies in fire-prone areas, and the growing...

Think starting a business is the best path to success? Think again. In this eye-opening episode of Life With Mikey , Mikey Taylor and business acquisition expert Josh Wilson challenge the traditional entrepreneurial mindset. They dive into the numbers that reveal why buying an established business is far more successful than starting from scratch—and share real-world strategies for finding, financ...

In this electrifying episode of Life With Mikey , host Mikey Taylor sits down with seasoned real estate guru Antonio Edwards to dissect one of the most debated topics in property investment: Cashflow vs. Appreciation . Are you aiming for immediate income or long-term wealth growth? Discover how Antonio’s innovative "Slow Flip" strategy is revolutionizing the game by delivering up to 30% cash-on-ca...

In Episode #22 of Life With Mikey, Mikey sits down with real estate expert Rich Somers to explore the future of the California housing market. Are we heading towards a major crash, or is the market more stable than anticipated? What You'll Discover: • Market Predictions: Mikey and Rich discuss whether the California housing market is set to crash or remain strong based on current supply and demand...

Mikey Taylor and entrepreneur Charlie Hoch dive into his journey of disrupting the cannabis industry, selling and buying back his company, and balancing business with family. They discuss innovation, scaling businesses, and leveraging financial strategies after an exit. Charlie Hoch is the co-founder of multiple businesses, including Synergy Innovation and Hawk Brands. With a unique approach to pr...

In this episode of Life With Mikey, Mikey Taylor sits down with skateboarding icon Greg Lutzka, who opens up about his journey from Milwaukee to California, where he built a career that defied industry norms. Greg shares his bold moves—landing major sponsorships, diving into real estate, and mentoring the next generation—revealing the mindset that took him beyond skateboarding. Together, they expl...

In this episode, Life With Mikey tackles today’s real estate challenges with investor Jessie Rodriguez, host of HGTV’s Vintage Flip. Mikey and Jessie discuss the impact of hedge fund giants like Blackstone on home affordability, the rise of build-to-rent communities, and his approach to balancing profits with long-term value in California’s competitive market. "Life With Mikey" is a dynamic podcas...