

POWERS
Chris Powers
POWERS brings you inside the minds of world-class leaders who have built, battled, and succeeded at the highest levels.POWERS digs beyond the surface with questions driven by curiosity, uncovering stories and insights rarely shared publicly. Each episode delivers timeless wisdom and hard-earned lessons that apply across business and life.The show has earned a reputation for asking the right questions at the right moment. The focus is on timeless principles, proven through years of discipline and risk, not on shortcuts. Each conversation is direct, deliberate, and designed to leave listeners sharper than when they arrived. The aim is simple: to deliver insights that matter and can be carried into business and life.Since its launch, POWERS has drawn a high-caliber audience of builders, investors, and decision makers. Past guests have represented companies such as Starwood Capital, JLL, Hillwood Capital, Chick-fil-A, Morning Brew, Founders Podcast, Tiny Capital, Permanent Equity, Fort, Matthews REIS, Bonobos, and ConvertKit.At its core, POWERS is a celebration of leadership, of work that matters, and of the American spirit that makes it possible.
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Apr 30, 2024 • 1h 43min
#350 - Mike Beckham - Co-Founder & CEO @ Simple Modern - A Former Pastor Built One Of The Fastest Growing E-Commerce Businesses In The US
Mike Beckham, Co-Founder & CEO of Simple Modern, talks about building the company during Yeti's domination, hypergrowth strategies, product licensing, disadvantages of online sales, and more. From starting Simple Modern to the power of AI and building moats, this podcast covers key insights into entrepreneurship.

Apr 25, 2024 • 1h 17min
#349 - Mark Hart - CEO/CIO Corriente Advisors - How He Predicted The ‘08 Housing Market Crash (And Won BIG)
Mark Hart, CEO of Corriente Advisors, discusses predicting '08 housing crash, thoughts on China, inflation, bitcoin, AI, and rebuilding life. Insights on macro trends, European debt crisis, and global trade. Transformative power of Jiu Jitsu on Wall Street and geopolitical tensions in 2024.

Apr 23, 2024 • 1h 13min
#348 - Omar Morales - Investment Sales @ Berkadia - Meet The 30-Year-Old Who’s Sold $3.3B Of Miami Real Estate
Omar Morales, an investment sales broker with $3.3B in sales, discusses Miami's RE market, world-class networking, and online branding. Topics include: Miami sub-market analysis, building a network, Blackstone's impact, domestic vs. foreign buyers, condo crisis, smart client traits, and investing in Miami sub-markets.

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Apr 16, 2024 • 1h 7min
#347 - Elaine Agather - Chairman of DFW Region @ JP Morgan Chase - How A Texas Cowgirl Became The Chairman Of JPMorgan Chase (DFW)
Elaine Agather, Chairman of JPMorgan Chase, talks about working with Jamie Dimon, wealth management, cyber threats, AI, and the state of banking. She shares insights on transitioning wealth, finding exceptional wealth managers, and the impact of bank runs. The podcast also covers rodeo career highlights and how to know you've done a good job.

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Apr 8, 2024 • 1h 28min
#346 - David Perell - How Writing On The Internet Can Change Your Life
David Perell, a writer, teacher, and podcaster, discusses his creative processes, the impact of the internet on writers' goals, and concepts like the Jetski Theory. They explore writing vs. Google, the loss of soul in creativity, and why people should start writing. The conversation delves into David's upbringing, the influence of Walt Disney, and the evolution of writing on the internet.

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Apr 2, 2024 • 1h 24min
#345 - Chuck Anderson - Co-Founder @ Bandera Ventures
Chuck Anderson, Co-Founder of Bandera Ventures, shares insights on the success of Trammell Crow, founding Bandera, battling cancer, and why DFW is a top real estate market. He also discusses data centers, Bandera's org structure, office deals, luxury markets, and more.

Mar 26, 2024 • 1h 36min
#344 - Rusty Reid - CEO @ Higginbotham - Building An Insurance Business That Has Compounded 20% YoY for 35+ years
Rusty Reid, CEO of Higginbotham, shares insights on building a successful insurance business, discussing topics like recruiting, company culture, acquiring companies, valuing an insurance business, integrating acquisitions, partnership with StonePoint, thoughts on AI, and philosophy of generosity.

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Mar 19, 2024 • 1h 25min
#343 - Yossi Levi - Founder @ CarDealershipGuy - Taking the Auto Industry By Storm
Yossi Levi discusses his journey to building Car Dealership Guy, driving growth on social media. Topics include making CDG a full-time business, the value of podcasts, and the future of the car industry.

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Mar 12, 2024 • 1h 21min
#342 - Dean Macfarlan - Founding Partner @ Macfarlan Capital Partners - 10 Life Lessons
Dean Macfarlan shares insightful life lessons on marriage philosophy, life values, and faith. The discussion highlights the importance of relationships, overcoming challenges, and embracing community for personal growth. Topics include coming to Christ, marriage dynamics, and navigating conflict with grace.

Mar 5, 2024 • 1h 40min
#341 - George Young - CEO @ Pegasus Resources - Stories From an Oil Legend
The podcast delves into George Young's career in Oil and Minerals, the history of the Texas Oil Fields, leadership stories, and early life experiences. The discussion includes insights on the Cook Ranch, George's family's entrance into the oil business, career anecdotes, and getting into the mineral world.