

The Land Development Podcast with Ryan Glick
Ryan Glick
Welcome to 'The Land Development Podcast,' hosted by Ryan Glick, where we dive into the world of land development through engaging and candid conversations. With a background in technology and several years of experience working alongside land developers, Ryan brings out the unique perspectives of his guests. This podcast features in-depth discussions with developers and other professionals who play a pivotal role in shaping our communities. Each episode uncovers their personal stories and the behind-the-scenes details of their projects. 'The Land Development Podcast' is a space for learning and exploring the many aspects of land development. Whether you're a professional in the field, someone with a growing interest, or just curious about how land development impacts our world, this podcast has something for you. Tune in, subscribe, and join Ryan on this journey through the ever-evolving land development industry.
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Jan 12, 2026 • 40min
Industry News: Builder in Chief? Trump’s New Plan, Institutional Buyer Ban, and Falling Interest Rates - TLP134
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this episode, Ryan and Charles break down Trump’s $200B plan to push mortgage rates down, his call to ban institutional investors from buying homes, and what it all could mean for the housing market, builders, and the 2026 election year.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-builder-in-chief-trump-plan-investor-ban-interest-rates-tlp134Episode Sponsor: First Continental - Non-Recourse Financing For Residential Lot Acquisition and Development. Learn more by visiting https://www.firstcontinental.com.Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcastCheck out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/

Jan 6, 2026 • 29min
The Sober Living Housing Model Explained with Jim Boad - TLP133
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Jim Boad shares how he builds and runs group homes focused on sober living. We explore his unique model, the zoning challenges, and how developers can get started.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/sober-living-housing-model-jim-boad-tlp133Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcastCheck out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/

Dec 30, 2025 • 36min
Sustainable Growth in Housing with Josh Dorfman - TLP132
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this episode, Josh Dorfman shares how his company, Planted, is changing the way we build homes using fast-growing grass instead of trees. He also talks about raising capital and what the future of sustainability looks like in homebuilding.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/sustainable-growth-in-housing-josh-dorfman-tlp132

Dec 29, 2025 • 26min
Industry News: 2026 Predictions for Land Development - TLP131
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this year-end episode, Ryan and Charles share their predictions for what 2026 will bring to housing, land development, and real estate investment.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-2026-predictions-land-development-tlp131

Dec 23, 2025 • 1h 17min
Walkability Myths, Land Flipping Risks, and Staying Power in Development with Jack Rowe and Ken Mitchell - TLP130
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Jack Rowe and Ken Mitchell return to talk about doing land deals the right way, the risks of chasing fast money, and why walkability is more than just sidewalks. Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/walkability-myths-land-flipping-risks-staying-power-tlp130 After 125+ episodes, I went back through 80 podcast transcripts to look for patterns that kept showing up across conversations. I pulled those into a short resource called 10 Lessons From 80 Industry Voices. You can download it for free at https://landdevpodcast.com/lessons.

Dec 16, 2025 • 37min
How Title Insurance Really Works with Stephanie Fogelson - TLP129
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Stephanie Fogelson joins the show to explain what title insurance really is and why it's essential for land developers. We explore her career journey and the role title plays in protecting property deals.Episode Sponsor: Groov Land Acquisition & Deal Management Software - Find Parcel Ownership Info, Manage Deals Visually on a Map, Track Owner Conversations, and More. Never let another deal slip through the cracks. Start a free 14-day trial at https://letsgroov.com/signup.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/title-insurance-explained-stephanie-fogelson-tlp129

Dec 15, 2025 • 24min
Industry News: What’s Next for the Fed, the Growing Affordability Gap, and a New Federal Housing Bill - TLP128
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this industry news episode, Ryan and Charles cover the Fed’s recent rate cut, the growing affordability gap in the housing market, and a proposed federal bill aimed at boosting supply and lowering costs.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-fed-affordability-gap-housing-bill-tlp128

Dec 9, 2025 • 43min
The Power of Public Engagement in Land Development with Kevin Maevers - TLP127
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Kevin Maevers joins the podcast to talk about attainable housing, public engagement, and how developers can work with cities and communities to solve housing challenges. Episode Sponsor: First Continental - Non-Recourse Financing For Residential Lot Acquisition and Development. Learn more by visiting https://www.firstcontinental.com. Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/public-engagement-land-development-kevin-maevers-tlp127

Dec 8, 2025 • 24min
Industry News: AI Strains the Grid, Foreign Buyers Eye Texas, and Is QE Back? - TLP126
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this bonus industry news episode, Ryan and Charles talk about growing energy demands from AI, how Texas is attracting foreign real estate investors, and whether the Fed is quietly shifting back to money printing.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-ai-grid-foreign-buyers-texas-fed-qe-tlp126

Dec 2, 2025 • 43min
Lessons from 47 Years in Development with Jay Knight - TLP125
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Jay Knight shares lessons from nearly five decades in homebuilding and development. He talks about his family business, affordable housing, and what’s really holding back young developers today.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/lessons-from-47-years-in-development-jay-knight


