The Austin Palacios Podcast

In this episode, Austin shares his raw, unfiltered experience spending 3 months working remotely across Latin America — the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Starting in Medellín, Colombia , Austin worked full days while enjoying the city's incredible food, perfect weather, and ultra-low cost of living. From there, a visa mishap meant he couldn't enter Brazil as planned, leavin...

Brad Peralta, a Bay Area native originally from Hawaii's Big Island, spent 25+ years in tech before getting laid off during COVID. Rather than returning to corporate life, he went all-in on real estate after reading Rich Dad Poor Dad, eventually focusing on short-term rentals in the Smoky Mountains. The stress of his W-2 job was bleeding into his family life, and he realized he was missing pr...

In this episode, Austin Palacios sits down with Adam Rohrer to break down the real truth about Airbnb in 2026 —what’s working, what’s not, and where the biggest opportunities are right now. Adam shares how he went from working in hospitality to building a co-hosting business, why he moved away from arbitrage, and how he’s now scaling across multiple markets with systems in place. They dive into:  ...

In this episode of the Austin Palacios Podcast, we sit down with Rachel Olivier, a Washington D.C.-based consultant and Airbnb entrepreneur, to dive into her journey from scrolling Instagram ads to building a thriving short-term rental business. Rachel shares her path into Airbnb investing, starting with rental arbitrage and transitioning into a successful co-hosting model. She talks about the les...

In this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast , we’re joined by Harold Lesure — a Las Vegas-based real estate agent, Airbnb cleaning business owner, and short-term rental property manager. Harold shares how he went from working as a behavioral therapist to running multiple businesses in the Airbnb ecosystem, scaling his property management company to over 26 properties in just three weeks . Harol...

In this inspiring episode of the Austin Palacios Podcast, we sit down with Lourdes Dominguez — a former tech professional who transitioned into full-time Airbnb co-hosting and real estate investing. Lourdes shares her journey from product manager to entrepreneur, offering raw insight into the emotional and strategic highs and lows of building a business after being laid off from corporate America....

In this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast, we sit down with Patricia Currid, a former corporate project manager turned real estate investor and short-term rental co-host. Based in New Hampshire with her husband and 7 kids, Patty shares how she built a 30+ property Airbnb management business in under a year — all while prioritizing lifestyle, freedom, and family. She breaks down her transition...

In this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast , we’re joined by Eric McCarty , a former engineering director turned full-time short-term rental manager and co-host. Eric walks us through how he built a 15-property Airbnb portfolio—mostly managed remotely—while working a demanding W2 job and raising three young kids. He shares the tools, systems, mindset shifts, and sales strategies that helped hi...

On this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast , we sit down with Patrick Dowling , a seasoned real estate investor who’s been building wealth through multifamily and commercial properties for over two decades. Patrick shares how he bought his first rental property as a broke college student, grew his portfolio into the millions, and survived the 2008 crash without defaulting — all without using i...

In this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast, we're joined by Allison Craft, a corporate finance escapee turned successful short-term rental co-host. Allison shares her deeply personal journey — from the loss of her brother and postpartum burnout to discovering the STR tax loophole on YouTube and taking massive, imperfect action. Topics covered: Allison’s transition from corporate finance t...

In this episode of the Austin Palacios Podcast, Austin sits down with entrepreneur and yacht club founder Michael Lupolover. From a legal career in New York to launching a debt settlement company during the 2008 financial crisis, Lupolover shares his journey to discovering his true passion: luxury hospitality and yachting in Miami. They dive into the evolution of Lupolover's businesses, the b...

In this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast, Austin sits down with Zac Richman, founder of Launch Vector, a fast-growing e-commerce acquisition firm that buys, scales, and sells Shopify brands. Zac breaks down how his team identifies undervalued e-commerce stores, the exact steps they take to scale them profitably, and how they exit with big returns. He also dives into how they work with capita...

In this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast, Austin sits down with Eli Facenda, founder of Freedom Travel Systems, to reveal the hidden strategies behind luxury travel for 90% off using points and miles. They dive into Eli's journey from youth sports travel entrepreneur to mastering the points game, how business owners can leverage their everyday expenses for dream vacations, why most peop...

In this episode of the Austin Palacios Podcast, Austin sits down with Yash Daftary, the founder of Fanbasis — a rapidly scaling platform reshaping how online creators, course sellers, and info-product businesses process payments and build communities. They dive deep into Yosh’s journey from launching celebrity fan experiences to pivoting Fanbasis into a billion-dollar payments and SaaS powerhouse....

In this solo episode, Austin Palacios shares a raw and insightful breakdown of his five-week trip across Asia — from speaking at masterminds in Bali to skiing in Japan — and the surprising personal and business lessons he learned along the way. Austin talks about the importance of travel for self-growth, the hidden dangers of scaling too quickly, the power of delegation, building stronger teams, a...

In this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast, Austin sits down with fitness enthusiast and gym-goer, Jim Molley, to discuss the power of tracking progress, building routines, and finding joy in fitness. Jim shares his personal journey—from setting ambitious goals like hitting 200 pounds to mastering the muscle-up, and even working toward a 315-pound flat bench. The conversation dives into the im...

In this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast , Austin sits down with Blake Saunders to explore the power of networking and how it can transform your life and business. Blake shares his journey from being socially anxious to becoming a confident networker, revealing the mindset shifts and actions that helped him break out of his shell. They discuss the importance of in-person connections, why net...

In this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast, Austin interviews Hailie Maarie. The conversation dives deep into the harmful dynamics of toxic work environments, the false glorification of overworking, and the steps needed to create healthier, more sustainable workplace cultures. It explores how outdated views of productivity impact well-being and offers actionable insights for reclaiming persona...

In this episode of The Austin Palacios Podcast, Austin Palacios interviews Wade Houston. We dive deep into how building a genuine relationship with God and seeking guidance—not material things—can unlock your potential. Hear stories of overcoming fear, embracing vulnerability, and finding freedom by living authentically. Plus, learn how personal branding starts with sharing your truth and not just...

In this episode of  The Austin Palacios Podcast , Austin Palacios interviews Valentino Di Lorenzo, a former professional soccer player turned mindset coach and entrepreneur. Valentino shares how he overcame fear on the soccer field and transformed those lessons into a framework for building confidence, achieving goals, and thriving in business. Topics include: How mindset determines success in spo...

Tune in as Austin sits down with Michael Chang an investment banker turned Real Estate Investor. He talks about how he started an Airbnb Arbitrage business and left his 80-hour work weeks and a million a year income job to invest in Airbnb's full time. Connect with Austin: austin__palacios Connect with Michael: michaelchangbnb

Tune in as Austin sits down with Alex Smith the founder of Spartan Solar. Alex shares the journey of how he came to found Spartan Solar. How he lost everything through a bad partnership. His experience and key takeaways at an Alex Hormozi event and just overall social norms that he believes society should break free from. Connect with Austin: austin__palacios Connect with Alex Smith: Alexhsmith

Tune in as Austin sits down with Auston a boutique hotel investor in Michigan. Auston breaks down how he got into the space, how he is finding deals and how you can get started investing in hotels as well! Connect with Austin: austin__palacios Connect with Auston Cook: austoncook

Tune in as Austin sits down with Stacey St. John a trailblazing woman in the STR space she has built a name for herself with investing in STR's, Co-Hosting, and launching a community for woman in the STR realm! Connect with Austin: austin__palacios Connect with Stacey: Stacey_st.john

Tune in as Austin sits down with Jeff Chisum a loan originator that specializes in short term rentals, as he talks about loan programs that can help you get into investing in STR's.  Connect with Austin: @austin__palacios Connect with Jeff: @Jeff_chisum_mortgagepro