Trading Secrets

This week, Jason is joined by entrepreneur, reality TV star, and fellow podcast host, Katie Maloney!     Katie is well known for her role in the hit reality TV show, Vanderpump Rules. For the past 10 years, Katie quickly established herself as one of the fan favorites among the cast members in Bravo’s hit show and has since capitalized on it personally, professionally and financially. The perfect fit for Trading Secrets!   Katie gives insight on waiting until her twenties to move to LA, never thinking that taking a job at a restaurant could lead to the opportunity to be on TV, how having an organic friendship with her castmates helped keep them together on the show, and how she worked with a consultant to come up with a budget for the sandwich shop and how much time has gone into it. Katie also reveals how she was first approached about the show, how much she made on the show compared to serving in season one, when she started to start making revenue off social media, which social media platform she prefers, and debunks how much she makes per episode. What other careers did she consider? Where did she attend college? How can someone get involved with funding the shop?    Katie reveals all that and so much more in another episode you can’t afford to miss!    Be sure to follow the Trading Secrets Podcast on Instagram & join the Facebook   Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.   Host: Jason Tartick Voice of Viewer: David Arduin Executive Producer: Evan Sahr   Produced by Dear Media.

This week, Jason and David are joined by CNN entertainment reporter who covers all things entertainment and Hollywood, Chloe Melas Mazza!     Chloe’s reporting ranges from breaking news and exclusive feature interviews to industry analysis of every corner of the entertainment industry. In addition to spending her days researching and investigating news stories around the world, Chloe has more recently taken on a new project in sharing her grandfather’s World War II memoir with the world by writing the forward for the book titled “Luck of the Draw” which comes out next week and will be featured on Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg’s Apple series “Masters of the Air.”   Chloe gives insight on the wide gap in pay in news correspondent jobs, the unspoken pressures of journalism, how she knows she’s in the right industry, what the first step could be to get into journalism, how she went from being a news assistant at CNN to working at Hollywoodlife.com for seven years after realizing she wanted to interview celebrities. Chloe also reveals how a journalist is always on the clock, how having a huge following can help someone bypass someone else in the industry, what kind of correspondent she thought she was going to be, and how she deals with imposter syndrome.    Chloe also gives the inside look to her grandfather’s memoir “Luck of the Draw” that she published with her mother. She details her grandfather’s military career during World War II including being a prisoner of war, how he wrote the book in his seventies, how someone at Tom Hanks’ production company got their hands on a copy of the book when it was first self-published, where the proceeds of the book sales are distributed, and the inspiration that can be pulled from the pages.    Chloe reveals all that and so much more in another episode you can’t afford to miss!    Be sure to follow the Trading Secrets Podcast on Instagram & join the Facebook   Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.   Sponsors: Rocketmoney.com/secrets to cancel your unwanted subscriptions Visit gtmbawomen.com to learn more about Scheller’s MBA programs   Host: Jason Tartick Voice of Viewer: David Arduin Executive Producer: Evan Sahr   Produced by Dear Media.

This week, Jason is joined by an entrepreneurial success story who co-founded one of the major up-and-coming entertainment production companies in the country, Jake Nussbaum!     Jake and his partner Josh co-founded Uncommon Entertainment, an experienced agency who produces bespoke live events and provides access to exclusive experiences around the world. For those who live in quite the elevated style, Uncommon Entertainment has produced a list of events across the country from Hollywood to the Hamptons. Their most notable upcoming event will be hosting a star studded party at Super Bowl 57 in Scottsdale this year after a successful event at last year’s Super Bowl in Los Angeles which featured performances by Justin Bieber and Drake.    Jake gives insight to how he was able to break into this industry by knowing the importance of networking and falling into a good situation, how he started at Talent Resources focusing primary on athletes, how tricky the transition was when he left Talent Resources, how quickly planning starts for Super Bowl events, and how they are able to reach the major celebrities. Jake  also reveals how his company is one hundred percent at risk on these projects because they fully fund them, how they are able to offset some of the costs and align with the right figures, how they are able to create a very unique environment for a performance level for the big talent they book, and the power of making relationships. How does Jake get these deals with the biggest celebrities? What are they paid? How does he orchestrate them? What kind of agent did he want to be initially? What was the biggest deal he did while at Talent Resources? What is the greatest source of revenue for these events?    PLUS, Blake Horstmann returns to the podcast to catch up with Jason and David! Blake gives insight to his goals for 2023, his approach to monthly resolutions over a year-long resolution, the importance of having multiple streams of income, his thoughts on the numbers related to the Bachelor with the premiere of Zach’s season and how to improve the franchise, updates on his professional life, and dives into the behind-the-scenes of the DJing scene.    Jake and Blake reveal all that and so much more in another episode you can’t afford to miss!    Be sure to follow the Trading Secrets Podcast on Instagram & join the Facebook   Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.   Sponsors:   Zocdoc.com/tradingsecrets to download the Zocdoc app for FREE and find top- rated doctors in your area and network Visit gtmbawomen.com to learn more about Scheller’s MBA programs   Host: Jason Tartick Voice of Viewer: David Arduin Executive Producer: Evan Sahr   Produced by Dear Media.

This week, Jason is joined by four time Super Bowl champion, five time NFL Pro Ball selection, 11 year NFL Veteran, future first ballot football Hall of Famer, Rob Gronkowski!     Rob is regarded as one, if not the best, tight end to ever play the game. He spent 11 years in the NFL playing for the New England Patriots and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers while earning a combined $70+ million in just NFL contract money. Contrary to the stigma of professional athletes going broke after their playing career, Rob put together a financial plan throughout his career that allowed him to strictly live off the money he made from endorsements, other revenue streams, and successfully invested his contract money for the future.    Gronk gives insight to why he believes in playing all the sports while growing up and not specializing in one sport until college, how he knew he always wanted to be a pro in some sport, when and why he decided to cut back on partying, how he handles nervousness, and why he wanted to ensure that he could live off his NFL income for the rest of his life. Rob also reveals how he was a troublemaker growing up, why he's glad he didn’t go to a college with a bigger football program, why he doesn’t want to take anything for free, how he prefers to be low key when traveling, and how he ended up falling asleep on the floor during his pre-draft visit with New England. Who did Gronk predict would win the Super Bowl? Which misconceptions does Rob clear up about himself? When did he know that he was going to attend University of Arizona? What year did he not play football in college?   Gronk reveals all that and so much more in another episode you can’t afford to miss!    Be sure to follow the Trading Secrets Podcast on Instagram & join the Facebook   Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.   Sponsors: Visit squarespace.com/secrets for a free trial, then get 10% off a website or domain with code secrets Visit gtmbawomen.com to learn more about Scheller’s MBA programs   Host: Jason Tartick Voice of Viewer: David Arduin Executive Producer: Evan Sahr   Produced by Dear Media.

This week, Jason is joined by the wildly successful comedian, author, and pop culture podcast host, Heather McDonald!     Heather burst onto the scene in the late nineties working as writer and actress for various TV shows through Hollywood. She first gained popularity through her standup comedy shows throughout Los Angeles and eventually landing a role as a writer and roundtable regular on the hit E! Series Chelsea Lately. When Heather isn’t headlining theaters across the country with her comedy acts or spending time with her family, she is diving into all things pop culture on her top rated podcast, Juicy Scoop.    Heather gives insight to why she went to USC for communication with a business minor when she wanted to work in entertainment, how her family and friends encouraged her to go into standup, why going to an all girls high school made her a standup comedian, how her main source of income was from being a  real estate agent with her parents, and how she got back into comedy. Heather also reveals what facilitating a date on the Bachelorette was like, why she thinks the Bachelor franchise needs to reinvented, what she wish she knew earlier when going into auditions and interviews, the big mistake she made at her first late night show writing gig, and how she has been able to monetize on her podcast. Did she have to pay or did she get paid to host a date on the Bachelorette? What was the first late night show she got paid to write for? Where does she think stand up comedy will be in 40 years? How did her podcast Juicy Scoop get started?    Heather reveals all that and so much more in another episode you can’t afford to miss!    Be sure to follow the Trading Secrets Podcast on Instagram & join the Facebook   Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.   Sponsors: Visit squarespace.com/secrets for a free trial, then get 10% off a website or domain with code secrets Rocketmoney.com/secrets to cancel your unwanted subscriptions Get your first box for just $1.49 per meal by going to Everyplate.com/podcast and entering code 149secrets   Host: Jason Tartick Voice of Viewer: David Arduin Executive Producer: Evan Sahr   Produced by Dear Media.

This week, Jason rips down the fourth wall on social media marketing driven trips as he is joined by Blake Horstmann and his brother, Steven Tartick to talk about his recent trip to Dubai!     Blake gives insight on how he and Giannina were also invited on the Dubai trip, why it didn’t work out, why his previous international castmates have hyped up Dubai, and the offer he received to visit later in the year. Jason is then joined by David Arduin, the Curious Canadian to dive into the details of Jason’s trip to Dubai.    Jason reveals the email he received with the VIP invite to attend Atlantis the Royal Grand Opening Weekend in Dubai, the full itinerary for the event including the celebrities attached, the numbers behind Beyonce’s performance, and the amount he paid for the trip. Jason also gives insight to the trades that can be made for social media marketing driven trips, and who benefits when two major social media marketing driven events are happening at the same time in the same place. Plus, the Money Mafia gets the chance to ask their questions live. In the recap, Jason’s brother Steven joins him to dive into Beyonce’s performance and what goes into her showmanship, provides his insight on traveling to Dubai as a gay man, his synopsis of the performance in how it was pulled off for the event and the strategy used, and the impact of impressions from social media. How close to the event did Jason know it was actually going to happen? How much would the trip cost out of pocket? What were the exceptions for phone use during the event? What would Jason bring back with him from Dubai? What is Steven’s take on TikTok and its longevity?    All of this revealed all that and so much more in another episode you can’t afford to miss!    Be sure to follow the Trading Secrets Podcast on Instagram & join the Facebook   Host: Jason Tartick Voice of Viewer: David Arduin Executive Producer: Evan Sahr   Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.   Sponsors: Visit squarespace.com/secrets for a free trial, then get 10% off a website or domain with code secrets   Produced by Dear Media.

This week, Jason is joined by entrepreneur turned reality TV and social media star, Dylan Barbour!     Many of you may know Dylan from his time on the Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise where he met his now fiancé Hannah Godwin. What you may not know is Dylan is the co-founder of a fitness company, more tech than anything, allows people to work out while donating food to those in need.   Dylan gives insights his career in banking prior to the show, how he was casted for the Bachelorette and how his mom wanted to look over the contract before signing on, how Vizer was started with his cousin, how the app has expanded into multiple products in the health and wellness space, and his thoughts on influencer marketing. Dylan also reveals how he passed two of the CFA tests within the six months but never completed the third test,  how Vizer partnered with the number one behavioral economics researcher to help building the incentive model of the app, how he was able to monetize after being on the show, and why he refuses to be a part of a syndicate. What differences does Dylan see about Bachelor in Paradise when he was on it compared to now? How much money from influencing does he use to put into high risk CPG? What would he invest in right now and what would he stay away from? What competition did he win that resulted in $500K?    Dylan reveals all that and so much more in another episode you can’t afford to miss!    Be sure to follow the Trading Secrets Podcast on Instagram & join the Facebook   Host: Jason Tartick Voice of Viewer: David Arduin Executive Producer: Evan Sahr   Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.   Produced by Dear Media.

This week, Jason is joined by luxury real estate agent and founder & CEO of the Agency, a billion dollar real estate brokerage, Mauricio Umansky!     Throughout his career, Mauricio has represented some of the world’s most noteworthy properties, including the Playboy Mansion, the Walt Disney Estate, residences owned by the one and only Michael Jackson, Michael Jordan, Prince, Lady Gaga in the first house in LA to sell above the a hundred million dollar mark. With a strong reputation in the industry and being featured on shows such as The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, the Agency has grown to over 50 offices and nearly 1,000 agents across North America and recently started their own reality luxury real estate show called Buying Beverly Hills.     Mauricio gives insights on what has differentiated the Agency and has lead to continued success in an oversaturated market, how he was able to make it look like he was the only person doing business in real estate, how he was able to get a clothing line in JC Penney and how he carried that mentality over to real estate, and being prepared for every situation and being present are major keys to success. Mauricio also reveals how he took advantage of recessions in his real estate career, who his first few clients were, how Lady Gaga became a client, the importance of finding a good advisor when it comes to real estate, why he doesn’t negotiate fees, what makes his show Buying Beverly Hills different from the other real estate shows, and what can be expected in his new book Real Deal which is set to release April 10, 2023. What are the benefits of joining a real estate team?  When did he reach a million dollars in revenue? Is a recession a good time to buy your dream home?   Mauricio reveals all that and so much more in another episode you can’t afford to miss!    Be sure to follow the Trading Secrets Podcast on Instagram & join the Facebook   Host: Jason Tartick Voice of Viewer: David Arduin Executive Producer: Evan Sahr   Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.   Sponsors: Head to squarespace.com/secrets for a free trial and when you’re ready to launch use OFFERCODE: SECRETS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.   Produced by Dear Media.

This week, Jason is joined by board certified dermatologist, founder of SLMD skincare, and social media star known for her series on TLC, Dr. Pimple Popper, Sandra Lee!    Years before getting her own TV show, Sandra earned the nickname Dr. Pimple Popper from her YouTube videos where she posted these bizarre, yet fascinating pimple popping videos that captivated audiences across the country. After realizing that people found her field of work so interesting to watch, she soon turned her medical profession into a viral sensation. Suddenly a TV show, a skincare line, new book and a combined 30+ million followers (aka the Popaholics) across all social media platforms. Dr. Lee has supplanted herself atop her profession in the media world.    Dr. Sandra Lee gives insights to the virality of pimple popping and how it all started with posting a blackhead video on instagram,the impact of a client sharing their story in a blackhead video, the wild world of YouTube when it comes to ads and her content, why she believes some of her patients come to her, and what products she recommends.Sandra also reveals how she got into dermatology, how difficult it can be to get into the speciality, how her and her husband took over her dad’s practice when he retired and took it to the next level, how she took her revenue from YouTube and invested it into her skincare line, and what she considered before agreeing to the TLC show. How much education goes into becoming a dermatologist? How does Dr. Lee find her patients? What is her number one tip when it comes to acne and blackheads? When should you pop your pimples?    Sandra reveals all that and so much more in another episode you can’t afford to miss!    Be sure to follow the Trading Secrets Podcast on Instagram & join the Facebook   Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.   Sponsors: Rocketmoney.com/secrets to cancel your unwanted subscriptions Zocdoc.com/tradingsecrets to download the Zocdoc app for FREE   Host: Jason Tartick Voice of Viewer: David Arduin Executive Producer: Evan Sahr   Produced by Dear Media.

This week, Jason is joined for the second time by one of the fastest growing social media superstars, Corporate Natalie!    Last year, Natalie was featured on E’s list of 21 TikTok stars to follow in 2021. Within the last year, her social media growth has been expedited and as of the last few weeks she was officially named on the Forbes 2023 30 under 30 in the creator’s space. Natalie gives insight on the strategy of attending an event like Revolve, how much glam can cost and why she will spend the money on an expensive artist, how she wants to utilize her passion for teaching, leading, and advising, and why it is important to have a contingency plan. Natalie also reveals the behind-the-scenes of the application and nomination process of Forbes 30 under 30 and why she finds planning and numbers difficult in the influencer space due to no traditional salary. What is her goal to complete in the next five years? What is her biggest spending area? How does she feel about her last name being out there?    PLUS, Jason gives Natalie the chance to put him in the hot seat. Natalie grills Jason on all things brand deals, podcasting, prenups, PR, and more.     All of that and so much more in another episode you can’t afford to miss!    Be sure to follow the Trading Secrets Podcast on Instagram & join the Facebook!   Host: Jason Tartick Voice of Viewer: David Arduin Executive Producer: Evan Sahr   Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.   Produced by Dear Media.