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It's a big week for the no BS short-term rental podcast! For our first sponsored episode, we are excited to be joined by Brooke Pfautz, the founder and CEO of Vintory. Vintory is the number one property acquisition platform, helping Vacation Rental Managers to grow their inventory through a data-focused software solution and incredible marketing. Tune in to learn how Brooke built Vintory from the ground up and the massive success he and his team have had.This is a great show with amazing insights and we're excited to announce Vintory as our first major sponsor - be sure to check out the special offer they are giving to all no BS listeners:Special Offer: vintory.com/nobs Free Homeowner Marketing List (up to 500 records) Free Homeowner Landing Page Try Vintory’s Software Risk Free for 60 days Mentioned in this episode:Vintory Ad SpecialThis episode is brought to you by our sponsors at Vintory! Special Offer: vintory.com/nobsFree Homeowner Marketing List (up to 500 records) Free Homeowner Landing Page Try Vintory’s Software Risk-Free for 60 daysVintory Landing Page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If there's one thing that the vacation rental industry has shown us recently, it's big checks. Listen in this week to hear John and Mateo's take on the insane funding numbers in the short-term rental space, why diving into data is more accessible than ever, which companies are on our radar, and more. Big things are on the horizon for the no BS pod and stay tuned for awesome guests and sponsors in the upcoming episodes! the no BS short-term rental podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other.Website: https://thenobsshorttermrentalpodcast.com/Hospitality.FM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's something that pretty much everyone and most especially short-term rental hosts can agree upon? Laundry sucks. Just a few years ago, Daniel Cruz found himself overwhelmed by the constant laundry he had to keep up with as an Airbnb host. This led Daniel to see a fantastic business opportunity: a linen and laundry service built exclusively for hosts. This is how washbnb was born. Daniel's understanding of both sides of the hospitality coin - the guest and host experiences - has led him to lead washbnb to great success in just a short amount of time.We're excited to see where this journey takes washbnb and from where we're sitting the sky's the limit!the no BS short-term rental podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Like most in our industry, Jacobie Olin President of C2G Advisors and Olin Realty Group saw a record year in 2021. ...like, northwards of 180 million in negotiated deals, kind of a record year!What does that say about our industry and where are we going in 2022 and beyond? Jacobie has some ideas.We uncover that he didn't even realize he was born into the vacation rental industry (it didn't really have a name back then) when he was a child stripping beds... he thought his father James Olin, (Resort Quest, Sterling Resorts...now CEO of C2G) was in the hotel business.This is a story of strong relationships, career sidesteps, and consultive nurturing for both buyers and sellers in tan ultra-competitive vacation rental mergers and acquisitions market.Hold on short-term rental industry, we're in the "early innings" of a ball game that's just interesting! The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We ring in the new year with Mike Harrington CEO & Owner of Carolina Retreats.Mike's journey into vacation rentals is like most... a happy accident.With a desire to live and play near the ocean, this self-proclaimed coastal boy took a chance on a role under the leadership of Stuart Pack and mentorship of Stewart Couch on the Outer Banks.16+ years later Mike has built quite an impressive business in Carolina Retreats.A recent trip with his family spurred his prediction for the vacation rental space for 2022.Mike's story is impressive with no lack of heart for our industry. From a former VRMA board member and a term as President, the "business" of short-term rentals is in his blood and comes across in all he does.The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2021 Recap Episode!What a year and we're so glad to be coming to you every week touching on the news and culture in the Vacation Rental Industry.This episode is a LOOOOOOOONG one… our suggestion is to break it up into smaller more digestible audio chunks.Every episode and guest that came onto the podcast in 2021 is mentioned and talked about.Before we get into the recap we tackle Vacasa going public and V-Trips recent powerhouse acquisitions!Nothing but love for our guests and audience, and a HUGE shoutout to Hospitality.FM for bringing us into the fold.Enjoy some much-needed time off and we'll see you back here in the new year!The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we sit down with family; the inspirational Judith Rizzio.Judiths' story is amazing and her ties to the communities she touches and our very own Mateo will warm your heart.From fashion icon to HIV activist, her involvement in passion projects opens doors for those that are in need of help or direction."You need to be not fearful of different" - Judith She uses her love affair and experience with fashion to help people counter the privilege of fashion to make it accessible and fun for all.Judith and her husband Jim host in a beautiful NE Portland, Oregon neighborhood and incorporate life, love, and art into their Airbnb, "The Nest".For over five decades Judith has engaged with people from all walks of life and her impact is felt in every direction she has gone.The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're honored to have our good friend and 2021 Women's Summit Pioneer Award winner Carole Lynn Sharoff join us this week.The President of AVH Realty, Inc, and Atlantic Vacation Homes brings her almost 40 years of vacation rental industry knowledge (and stories) to the table in a way that only she can.On top of running her business, Carole has served on various boards and committees both industry-focussed with VRMA and community focussed with Rotary and the Chamber of Commerce.Carole has paved the way for many in the vacation rental space to include 2 of her 3 amazing children Jonathan Fonvielle and Michelle Williams. In addition, she had been at the forefront of Diversity and Inclusion initiatives pushing for industry-wide recognition, acceptance, and understanding.Talking about who she is as a person, Carol states "I won't let things be said that can't be proven". It is this type of leadership that we here at the no BS pod admire and look up to.A true outspoken and courageous pioneer!The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Season 2 is off and running with a partnership with Hospitality.FM and an episode that should resonate with all.Lorrain Woodward from Becoming rentABLE joins us dropping knowledge and numbers that are both devastating and reassuring.Did you know that 61 million people in the United States live with a disability? Did you also know that on a weekly basis 70,000 unique inquiries come through Airbnb searching for homes that cater to the disabled? #mindblownThe answer to the number of homes that are on Airbnb that meet four basic criteria for mobility disabled people will shock you... you'll have to listen.Lorraine is AMAZING and the positivity and action she is bringing to the short-term rental space are needed and welcomed.This episode is powerful and will pull on your heartstrings. Of all the must-listens we have promoted this must-listen is right up there!The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bringing Season One to a close on Thanksgiving with a man who is Strong with the Force!Tons of Star Wars geekery with (of course) a focus on tech with Wes Melton CTO at Casago.Wes's story is fascinating and a path from property manager through StaySense and Nokori and onto Casago is one the Federation is keeping an eye on.A great conversation that gets into branding, large-scale operations, and opinions that most property managers probably disagree with. Episode 30 is in the books and be on the lookout for big things next week with S2E1!The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is an important listen and we all need to do our part!Bob Garner Owner of Casal dei Fichi and passionate environmental advocate sits down with us to talk climate change and what our responsibilities are as operators in the short-term rental space.With COP26 (2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference) just a week out we jump into Bob's passion projects after understanding his story. One's story often leads to the why, and as an industry, we are lucky to have him advocating for a greener way.It's easier than you might think no matter the size of your operation. It's most important to just get started and Bob gives a few examples of how to get the ball rolling with "low hanging fruit" green initiatives.The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're four deep for this episode with Casiola and Guestor CEO and CFO!Dennis Goedheid and Michael-Scott Lester join us to talk about Guestor, the importance of brand, and with that one's team, and Casiola's emergence as a property management powerhouse.With a marketing background and a move to the States, Dennis had plans of sitting on the beach drinking cocktails and the "easy life" while running a vacation rental company with his wife.A great conversation with a ton to digest... love this episode!By the way, it's magenta not pink, and investing in the vacation rental space is about to be easier than ever!The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We traveled halfway around the world for this one!Julie George, author, mentor, speaker, brings excitement and energy bright and early to the podcast from her home in Australia.The author of Million Dollar Host dives deep into her story and blows us away with how quickly she scaled to a million and we were astonished with the one tech tool she used to get there.An amazing story of dedication, drive, and how important it is to set up a solid foundation.Julie has transitioned from host, (property management) to author, and is now onto mentorship and investment in tech she believes will help shape the future of the short-term rental space.Listen to the end for your chance to win one of five digital book downloads that Julie has offered to give away to our podcast followers.The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just because most aren't doing it a certain way doesn't necessarily mean it's the wrong way.Mickey Kropf, Founder & CEO of Vector Travel joins us with his story which is different from most... or is it? We have all seemingly stumbled into the short-term rental space in one way or another.From baseball to commercial real estate to Co-Founding Rented and now Vector Travel, Mickey's story is one of success no matter how you look at it.This is a great listen especially for those that are working the vacation rental landscape in a "traditional" manner as there is more than just one way to do what we do. Mickey and his team work with developers and multi-family partners navigating this "alternate" vacation rental landscape with skill and precision.The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Twenty-five is kinda a big deal and we couldn't be happier to share this episode with the one and only Sarah Franzen!The Director of Revenue Management & Analytics at Natural Retreats shares her journey into her current role and talks with us about the intricacies that make our industry so much more fun than the hotel space.The inaugural VRM Intel Vacation Rental Revenue Manager of the Year award winner is humble, yet more than deserving, and attributes success in this space to a willingness to fail and most importantly own it!This is a great conversation without any crystal ball upcoming travel predictions because rev management is a science, not a guessing game. The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we're coming in short and sweet just the two of us!We recap VRMA International, talk about podcasts in general, and dive into some of our upcoming plans.the no BS short-term rental podcast is very special to us and we're excited to be a part of your weekly listening lives.More exciting things are on the horizon with the pod... all with the same focus on news and culture. Side note, we're still looking for the "right fit" for sponsorship to help us take this to the next level if you or your company are interested.The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Live from the VRMA International conference in San Antonio, we were joined by the one and only Kristina Ashley Williams, Founder & CEO of Unpacking.An amazing woman with an equally amazing story, Kristina was hired by the VRMA Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Sub-committee to lead a workshop on DEI at the conference.During this podcast, we dive into her story, our workshop, the state of the industry (and world) with regards to inclusion, the panel that Mateo and I co-moderated, and bring it back to Kristina and where she is going.This episode may hit close to home for many and we're so proud to have built a platform and audience that welcomes real conversations that cover topics that are deeper than just surface.Listen up, we promise you'll learn something!The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fresh off of a successful third conference (second in-person) Damian Sheridan joins the show after a whirlwind week in Europe.The founder of The Book Direct Network & Book Direct Show sits down and tells us his story. and give us his takeaways on getting back together face to face and what it means for the industry.Quick to point out that he did not invent the book direct movement, Damian shares his passion for empowering hosts and property managers with the tools and mindset necessary to be successful in this space. He also states that "the two biggest words in the direct movement are control and independence".With that said, Damian does not endorse getting rid of OTAs altogether but suggests utilizing a healthy balance of direct and listed to get the results one desires.The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A short-term rental holds a different meaning depending on who is saying it. The word success on the other hand may look different but means the same thing no matter where it is coming from.Nina Taylor, Founder and CEO of The Suite Faith joins us this week with an amazing story about perseverance and a positive attitude that resonates with all.Learn what makes Nina tick and how her failures defined her success in the corporate housing world.It's amazing how the support and encouragement of a"wingman" and a mentor helped guide Nina into the entrepreneurial powerhouse that she is today!This is a fantastic episode that all up and comers in our industry no matter what your background (or the color of your skin for that matter) need to listen to!We can't wait to get Nina back on in a few months to update you all on the kickass things she is doing.The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Twenty episodes in and we're still going strong!This week is no exception with Rented CEO Andrew McConnell sharing his knowledge and industry origin story with us.After ten years in the vacation rental space building out two separate companies and surrounding himself with the best and brightest talent, Andrew and his team are still hungry.Putting the client first by offering the tools and resources they need to be successful is a blueprint he and his team follow.Details of Andrew's first book release can be heard towards the end of the podcast and leading up to those details you are sure to catch fire with his passion for the industry.The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've checked a lot of boxes in a short time here at the no BS short-term rental podcast, and today we've checked another.We've been blessed with a sit-down with the one and only Simon Lehmann. Are we official now?With a resume that reads like a vacation rental dictionary, we chat industry beginnings and his trajectory to where he is today with ALJ Atelier Consulting.For most, adding Industry Consultant to your title is a sign of not being able to land the gig you really want... Simon proves this theory wrong and dives into his current ongoings overseas and his upcoming trip here to the US for VRMA.We're stoked to have Simon share his knowledge with us as we discuss business models that are working and the ones that will ultimately fail.Listen up and suck in all you can. Simon puts it all out there even though he wasn't wearing his signature red shoes for our show.The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are people that just have it, and David Krauss, Co-Founder & CEO at Rent Responsibly is definitely one of those individuals.From awarding-winning Airbnb SuperHost to feeling like the worst host ever, David came up with an idea that changed the short-term rental space forever... and now he is doing it again.A transition from vacation rental host to Co-Founding NoiseAware, and now 18 months into empowering and enlightening all "sides" of the vacation rental regulatory "fight" with Rent Responsibly! David, Alexa Nota, and their amazingly talented team are education, a voice, and a sounding board for the industry that is welcomed and necessary.A wonderful conversation with a man that throws himself to the sidelines of conflict and by listening helps navigate situations to calmer waters.You'll be surprised to learn that looking 5 or 10 years into the future is easier to predict outcomes than looking at 6 months to a year. The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Charleston, at the DARM (Data and Revenue Management) conference we got together... this is our recap!Amy Hinote organized an amazingly focussed conference that delivered in ways that many do not. Kudos to her and her team!Additionally, we give our takes on Airbnb offering to host 20,000 Afghan refugees, the fact that more was spent by companies on short-term rentals than office space this past year, and how Microsoft is doubling down on OYO.This week it's just us and our take on things. Call it what you will... we'll call it a palate cleanser.Heavy hitters coming in hot the next few weeks with more waiting patiently in the wings to come and have a no BS conversation with us!The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Charleston, Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger connected (in person) at the Data and Revenue Management conference with Steve Milo CEO at VTrips.Love him or love to hate him (or secretly wish you were him), you cannot deny the success of one of the world's largest vacation rental companies and personalities.This was a big week for Milo and VTrips as 250 million of funding was secured through Hudson Hill Capital to aid in mergers and acquisitions.Opinions will be what they are towards Steve and how he has and continues to position himself in the industry. With that said, no one individual has personally contributed or done more for advocacy protecting the rights of owners, operators, and hosts.A fantastic interview with one of the sharpest minds in the short-term rental space.The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger get real with Cliff Johnson VP of New Homes at Reatlor.com.Most of you know Cliff's story... Vacasa Co-Founder to Rented Chief Commercial Officer to now the VP of New Homes at Realtor.com. Although Cliff has left the vacation rental space in which he has solidified himself as a first-ballot shoo-in in the Short-term Rental Hall of Fame, he wants you to know that he is not dead and no need to send flowers.We talk about his current role, future ambitions, regrets, humble beginnings, and his feelings on the news that Vacasa will be publically listed with a 4.5 Billion dollar evaluation.An amazing conversation with one of the brightest and most thoughtful minds in our industry.The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger dive in headfirst into hospitality with fellow podcaster and all-around amazing dude, Wil Slickers of Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast.From humble beginnings to believing in oneself and a vision, Wil shows what can happen you follow your gut and focus on an outcome.A great conversation that touches podcasts in general, a HUGE going public announcement with Vacasa, and journeys that are just beginning in the vacation rental and short-term rental space.We have an exclusive "you heard it here first" in this episode and are saving another exclusive for a future conversation with Wil.The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger talk candidly with Anthony Gantt Jr., At Ease Founder and Active Marine.No punches were pulled in the making of this episode. Emphasis on "An Unfiltered Look"!What an entrepreneur with a diverse background goes through in a funding world not built for all is mindblowing and unsettling.Obtaining capital and growing a niche business is no easy task. Anthony brings his passion for Veterans and their families into our hospitality space with a fire and drive that you'd expect from a Marine officer. Additionally, we discuss what giving back looks like on both the giving and receiving end.This episode can and should make you question the way things "work" today.The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger converse with Leo Walton, SUPERHOG Co-Founder & STAA board member."Freedom Day" has emerged in England this week with their pandemic restrictions being lifted across the board in one big wave.Everyone in the hospitality industry is of course looking for things to get back to "normal"... but at what expense?Leo gives us his view on the current situation in the UK, Western Europe, and the US and we dive into how one must adapt in this ever-changing world. Challenges have allowed Superhog to pivot in ways that they might not have been looking for all while continuing to build trust with their insurance offerings to property managers, hosts, homeowners, and guests. Additionally, we establish that there's no crying in football (soccer)... or is there?The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger welcome Philip Kennard CEO at Futurestay.The title is the moral of this story... or at least it should be. The desire to offer "alternative accommodations" to travelers when away from home is something that hosts, vacation rental managers, property managers, superhosts, and everyone in between all have in common.As an industry, whether by design or by accident, we have made unnecessary divides that ultimately are hurting our space as a whole.Philip and Futurestay place industry-leading tech in the hands of hosts to giving them the tools to operate efficiently and successfully.We discuss lopsided statistics, inclusion inadequacies, and project better environments for short-term rental business operations if coming from a focused look and level playing field.The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger welcome Robert Geller Founder of FabStayz.This week we celebrate our 10th Episode in the most fabulous way!Roberts' story is one of inclusion for the LGBTQ+ community that came from a place of belonging and comfort on the side of both the host and guest. BIG things are happening this week for Robert! To cap off Pride Week, FabStayz is going to be featured in the Wall Street Journal this weekend!We also celebrate Carl Nassib coming out as the first openly gay active NFL player and briefly dive into Airbnb being in the news with the Bloomberg Businessweek article AIRBNB'S NIGHTMARE... more on this next week.The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger welcome Jesse Cole Owner of Savannah Bananas, Author of Find Your Yellow Tux, Keynote Speaker, and Host of Business Done Differently PodcastGet ready to be blown away by Jesse's story! Approaching things differently with a positive mindset, all while putting fans first, is a recipe for success!Jesse and his wife Emily also own four vacation rentals of their own on Tybee Island.The Yellow Tux Guy" brings so much energy and enthusiasm to the conversation around putting fans first and how that applies to the short-term rental space.This is not a tips and tricks podcast by nature, but you'd be hard-pressed to come away from this episode without picking up knowledge that will help you be a better person and whatever you do in life.The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger welcome Heather Bayer Co-Founder at Vacation Rental Formula.The queen of vacation rental podcasts with over 390 episodes under her belt brings her knowledge, know-how, and confidence to a couple of guys solidifying their presence.With Ontario just now opening up again after six more months in lockdown, Heather chats with us about staying positive while the world around keeps throwing punches. No BS, this is a great episode with a real class act!The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger welcome Noelia Novella CEO and Co-Founder DOINN.The happenings from state to state, region to region, and country to country can vary drastically. What has endured and overcome in one region, say a drive to market in the US, may yet to open up or is still struggling significantly elsewhere.With "boots on the ground" in Madrid and other major cities around the world, Noelia brings knowledge of the state of the short-term space in both Europe and the Dominican. A great conversation with discussions around Google finally bringing Vacation Rentals into their search mix, what's taking Brian Chesky so long to let DOINN connect via API to Airbnb, and "magic wand' state of our industry forecasting at its finest.The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger welcome Annie Holcombe Director of Revenue and Client Acquisitionsat Lexicon Travel technologies and Alex O. Husner CMO Condo-World.In the news, Airbnb had its biggest update to date and Vacasa lists thousands of units on Marriott Homes and Villas. Both Annie and Alex bring a ton to the table with their wealth of industry knowledge as we discuss the significance of the Marriott listings, what it means to partner with them, and talk about all sides of the great hashtag book direct movement.Book direct, or not direct, that is the question. Is there a right or wrong answer, and why is it such a polarizing topic in our space?The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger welcome Michelle Williams GM of Atlantic Vacation Homes, VRMA board member, and VRHP committee chair.On May 14th, 2021 the Vacation Rental Management Association had its first in-person conference since late 2019. Mateo and John were both in attendance in Sandestin, FL., and they also serve on different VRMA committees and sub-committees.We discuss what this means for the industry, the overall vibe of over 100 of us in a room together, raising over 200k in one night for Advocacy, and how involvement with VRMA positively impacts your business and our community at large.The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger welcome Elizabeth Becker CEO and Founder of HiBnb.Cannabis-friendly accommodations and adventures have arrived and are here to stay! A great conversation where we talk about the stigma that surrounds the movement, the culture, and the community in which this is all thriving. Those that embrace early have an amazing opportunity and HiBnb is paving the way! An amazing story from studying film in LA, to taking her passion back home to Canada... you're not going to want to miss this one!The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guesty raises 50 million and Sonder announces a 2.2 billion evaluation and a future public offering.Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger welcome Gerald Lester Co-Founder at Wander PNW and past Rented and Vacassa executive.A great conversation where we look at the effects of big "outside" money on the industry with regards to both culture and direction. We also dive into niche accommodation offerings and their place both now and in the future of our space. Hint... they are here to stay!The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hashtag Revenge Travel! Episode 2 dives into what revenge travel is exactly, and takes a look at both the pros and cons. Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger welcome Michael Goldin Director of Business Development at NoiseAware to discuss revenge travel from his unique vantage point.The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode kicks off an unfiltered look from a different perspective into the global vacation and short-term rental industry. Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger discuss their current news and affairs podcast that dives into the short-term rental space. The No BS Short Term Rental Podcast brings the right people to the table at the right time giving their audience an inside view and real take on the industry like no other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices