Platinum Agent Podcast

🚀 In this episode of the Platinum Agent Podcast , host Renee Ruth interviews Danny Burgess , a top 1% realtor nationwide, eXp Realty leader, and team owner of Porchlight in the Bay Area. Danny discusses how a world travel trip and his father's challenge led him to real estate. Over 11 years, he scaled his business, initially building a team and later shifting to a production partner model. He...

🚀 In this episode, host Renee Ruth sits down with Chad Swenson , a seasoned real estate professional with 25 years of experience, a 14-time Five Star Professional Award winner, mentor, and now a local political candidate. Chad shares his journey from mortgages to real estate, his passion for community improvement, mentorship, client loyalty strategies, and how civic engagement and real estate wor...

🚀 In this episode of the Platinum Agent Podcast , host Renee Ruth sits down with Amy Casanova , a powerhouse real estate agent from Kingman, Arizona, who closed 43 transactions in one year — in a market where the average agent sold only one! Amy shares her journey from a government job to full-time real estate, revealing how small-market agents can thrive by focusing on relationships, community,...

🚀 In this inspiring episode of Platinum Agent Podcast , host Renee Ruth sits down with Tyler Gibson , a top 5% producing agent in Orlando, Florida. Tyler shares how he went from working full-time while starting his real estate business to building a thriving team focused on automation, investing, and consistency. He reveals the mindset shifts, faith foundation, and systems that helped him scale q...

🚀 In this episode of The Platinum Agent Podcast , host Renee Ruth sits down with Courtney Fricke , seasoned real estate investor, speaker, and problem-solver based in the Greater New Orleans area. Courtney helps agents shift from being transaction-focused to becoming long-term wealth builders through creative investing, mindset transformation, and practical action. Discover how agents can break f...

🚀 In this episode of Platinum Agent Podcast , host Renee Ruth sits down with Daniel Berger , MBA graduate, seasoned broker-owner of RE/MAX Prestige Properties, and author of Adventures of a Real Estate Broker . With over 20 years of sales experience and nearly a decade in real estate, Daniel shares his journey from selling K-cups and bottled water to running his own successful brokerage in Westch...

🚀 In this episode of the Platinum Agent Podcast , host Renee Ruth speaks with Karen Cooper , a top-producing Northern Virginia agent and co-founder of the Platinum Group Real Estate. With 23 years of experience, Karen shares how she built a sustainable career while raising a family, grew a team that now produces over $12M annually, and founded Empowering Women in Real Estate , a community of 39,0...

🚀 In this episode of the Platinum Agent Podcast , host Renee Ruth sits down with Chris Prefontaine, founder of Smart Real Estate Coach and seasoned real estate investor with over 30 years of experience. Chris shares how he went from building homes in the 90s, to surviving the 2008 crash, and eventually creating his signature Three Paydays™ System that empowers agents and investors to build wealth...

🚀 In this episode of the Platinum Agent Podcast , host Renee Ruth sits down with top-producing Alaskan realtor Melissa Flint . Melissa shares her journey from direct sales to becoming a Centurion and President’s Producer award-winner. She discusses how her military community helped shape her business, the unique challenges of Alaska’s real estate market, and the habits, systems, and strategies th...

🚀 In this powerful episode of Platinum Agent Podcast , host Renee Ruth speaks with Detroit-based real estate expert Nick Harris , who consistently closes over 100 transactions per year. Nick reveals the exact framework he used to go from personal trainer to top-performing real estate professional. He shares the three pillars behind his success—lead flow, automation, and scalability—and offers pra...

🚀 In this inspiring episode of the Platinum Agent Podcast, host Renee Ruth sits down with Bay Area real estate powerhouse Andrea Gordon. From a background in theater to becoming one of California's top agents, Andrea shares her journey of reinvention, mindset mastery, and how authenticity is the true key to connection. Learn how to overcome fear, build community presence, and stay focused in...

🚀 In this episode of the Platinum Agent Podcast, host Renee Ruth speaks with Kaushik Sirkar—founder of The Sirkar Group—about his journey from chemical engineering to closing over $350M in real estate. They dive deep into marketing, scaling a real estate business, leveraging cloud-based brokerages, and mindset shifts for modern agents. 🎧 Hosted by : Renee Ruth 👤 Guest : 🏡 Kaushik Sirkar – Real...

In this episode of Platinum Agent Podcast , host Renee Ruth interviews Miranda Baldridge about her journey from personal challenges to becoming a successful real estate agent. Miranda shares her insights on building a business with integrity, overcoming adversity, and the power of personal branding. She also discusses the importance of being authentic in real estate, managing expectations, and how...

Join host Renee Ruth on the Platinum Agent Podcast as she sits down with Rick Albert, a top 10% Los Angeles realtor, investor, and expert in luxury homes and creative financial strategies. Rick shares his journey from real estate rookie to seasoned pro, discussing his approach to client acquisition, the importance of adding value, and how his unique investing methods set him apart in a competitive...

In today’s episode, host Renee Ruth welcomes Amy Slate, a real estate professional and founder of The Breakup Broker. Amy specializes in helping individuals navigate the complex emotional and logistical challenges of divorce and real estate. With a background in education and years of experience in real estate, Amy shares her journey and how her personal experiences have shaped her niche in the in...

🚀 In this episode of Platinum Agent Podcast, host Renee Ruth is joined by Joe Silzell, a Marine Corps veteran turned top real estate agent, to discuss his inspiring journey from military service to achieving success in real estate. Joe shares his personal story, detailing how his time in the Marine Corps helped shape his approach to business and relationships. He talks about the challenges he fac...

In this episode of the Platinum Agent Podcast , Renee Ruth is joined by Tom McConnell and John Luterman from Patriot Real Estate Partners . This powerhouse duo from Virginia shares their unique journey from military service to top real estate agents. They discuss how they built a business based on education, client relationships, and service, including their work with military families navigating...

Platinum Agent Podcast – Where Gold Is Just the Beginning! Hosted by Renee Ruth—top-producing agent, global real estate educator, and 2025 Grammy nominee—this podcast is all about growth, mindset, and mastering real estate. While some settle for gold, it’s time to go platinum. Join Renee for insider strategies, expert interviews, and personal insights to elevate your business. Plus, her co-host, J...