Future Factory

Anthony Amunategui
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The Future Factory Podcast is your go-to business podcast for seeing the future in real time. Hosted by founder of CDO Group, Anthony Amunategui, where he is joined by some of the most influential and respected guests in the business world. From young entrepreneurs changing the world via startups, to leaders of established big name brands across the world.

  1. 15H AGO ·  VIDEO

    Turn Your Property Into A Cash Machine With ADUs | Gil Vaisman

    Summary In this episode, Anthony sits down with ADU expert and real estate investor Gil Vaisman to break down how homeowners can unlock hidden income potential sitting right in their backyard. From turning equity into cash flow to navigating construction, contractors, and zoning changes, Gil shares a no-BS playbook for building accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and generating long-term wealth. They dive into real costs, common mistakes, how to avoid getting burned by contractors, and why ADUs are becoming one of the most powerful tools in real estate today. The conversation also explores how AI is transforming construction, speeding up timelines, and reshaping the future of development. Special Guest Gil Vaisman is a real estate investor and ADU specialist focused on helping homeowners unlock the full potential of their properties through smart development and strategic construction. With experience building accessory dwelling units in competitive markets like Los Angeles, Gil combines practical construction expertise with forward-thinking insights on technology, efficiency, and scalable real estate investing. GIL’S INFO: Website: https://www.goadu.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gilvaisman/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@goaduconstruction/videos Consultation: Available through website (free initial consultation) Chapters: 00:00 - Intro, “oil well on your property” and what an ADU is 01:27 - ADUs, zoning changes, and new income opportunities (Airbnb, equity) 03:00 - LA market focus: costs from garage conversions to 2‑story ADUs 05:26 - Homeowner fears: becoming a GC, cost overruns, and unfinished projects 06:54 - How to vet contractors: licenses, permits, jobsite visits, and references 09:35 - Contracts, change orders, and using AI (ChatGPT/Claude) to review scopes 12:18 - How they use AI today: estimating, takeoffs, materials, and communication 13:55 - Schedules, delays, accountability, deposits, and contractor reputation 18:17 - Regulators, surprise requirements, permits, and AI’s role in design & codes 24:13 - Prefab, speed-to-market (Wendy’s/McDonald’s examples), and bulk buying 32:57 - Future of housing: density, zoning, Tokyo model, and GoADU contact & wrap‑up PODCAST INFO: Website: https://FutureFactory.live Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0SsZRdrvWTUs1QY6Zu1sU6 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/future-factory/id1659895549 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/207e04aa-11a1-4b28-964a-148608422a49/future-factory   FUTURE FACTORY SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futurefactorypodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FutureFactoryFF Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/futurefactorypodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/futurefactorypodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futurefactorypodcast?_t=8ZIxAf4Orra&_r=1 ANTHONY'S SOCIAL: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/anthonyamunategui/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anthony.amunategui.3 Find great guests at PodMatch https://www.joinpodmatch.com/futurefactorypodcast

    46 min

  2. 5D AGO ·  VIDEO

    How Discipline Built A Real Estate Business From Nothing | Jaben Makings

    Summary In this episode, Anthony sits down with real estate investor and entrepreneur Jaben Makings to break down how anyone can get started in real estate with little to no money. From closing his first deal at 18 to building a high-performing wholesaling business, Jaben shares the exact strategies he used to generate deals, build relationships, and create income fast. They dive into the power of discipline, overcoming shiny object syndrome, building a sales-driven operation, and why mastering one income stream is the key to long-term success. This conversation is packed with actionable tactics and mindset shifts for anyone looking to break into real estate or level up their business. Special Guest Jaben Makings is a real estate investor, wholesaler, and entrepreneur who specializes in acquiring off-market deals and building scalable, sales-driven systems. Starting his journey at just 18 years old, Jaben has grown a successful real estate business by focusing on discipline, consistency, and relationship-based deal flow. He is known for teaching others how to break into real estate without upfront capital and how to build momentum through focused execution and daily habits. Chapters: 00:00 - Celebrating 100K subscribers & introducing Jaben 04:00 - Starting in real estate at 18 & early sales struggles 08:10 - Shiny object syndrome and the “burn the boats” commitment 12:20 - Quitting drinking, faith, and escaping Groundhog Day 16:40 - Comfort vs. discomfort and building a powerful morning routine 21:30 - Beating “Fred” and tricking your brain into consistent workouts 26:10 - One-day-at-a-time mindset and lowering the bar to get moving 30:40 - Calendar audits, deep work, and how discipline creates freedom 35:10 - Owner responsibility, solving top problems, and personal SOPs 39:40 - How to make $10K in 30 days and Jaben’s agent-first deal flow model 43:30 - No-money-down deals, building a local in-office sales culture & close JABEN'S INFO: Website: https://onnixinvestments.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaben-makings-518876199/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaben.makings/ PODCAST INFO: Website: https://FutureFactory.live Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0SsZRdrvWTUs1QY6Zu1sU6 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/future-factory/id1659895549 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/207e04aa-11a1-4b28-964a-148608422a49/future-factory   FUTURE FACTORY SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futurefactorypodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FutureFactoryFF Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/futurefactorypodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/futurefactorypodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futurefactorypodcast?_t=8ZIxAf4Orra&_r=1 ANTHONY'S SOCIAL: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/anthonyamunategui/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anthony.amunategui.3 Find great guests at PodMatch https://www.joinpodmatch.com/futurefactorypodcast

    48 min

  3. APR 1 ·  VIDEO

    How To Build A Real Estate Portfolio From Scratch | Hadley Nightingale

    Summary In this episode, Anthony sits down with real estate investor Hadley Nightingale to break down what it really takes to build a property portfolio from the ground up. From first-time buyers making costly mistakes to seasoned investors leveraging creative deal structures, Hadley shares practical strategies for getting started, scaling smart, and avoiding the traps that keep most people stuck. They dive into buy-and-hold vs flipping, the power of “boring” deals, sweat equity, long-term wealth building, and how to think like an investor instead of a homeowner. This is a no-BS conversation packed with real-world lessons for anyone serious about building wealth through real estate. Special Guest Hadley Nightingale is a real estate investor and portfolio builder known for helping individuals grow property investments through strategic acquisition, smart deal structuring, and long-term thinking. With experience navigating both rapid growth and major setbacks, Hadley brings a grounded, practical perspective on what it actually takes to succeed in real estate — focusing on fundamentals, discipline, and sustainable wealth creation. Chapters: 00:00 - Why most new investors get bad real estate advice 04:00 - Defining your strategy: flip, rehab, or buy-and-hold 09:00 - Sweat equity stories: first deals and “worst house on the best block” 14:00 - Lifestyle expectations vs. reality for young buyers 18:30 - Creativity when you’re broke and learning to structure deals 23:30 - Long-term wealth: buy-and-hold, fair rents, and tenant stability 28:30 - Using low interest rates and bank financing to build a portfolio 33:30 - Living in your investment vs. living in your dream home 38:30 - Hidden struggles: litigation, bankruptcy, and resilience 44:30 - Creative deal structures: terms, long settlements, and lease options 52:00 - Mastering the “language” of real estate and leveling up as an investor HADLEY’S INFO: Website: https://www.newzealandpropertybuyers.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hadleyn/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hadleynightingale/ PODCAST INFO: Website: https://FutureFactory.live Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0SsZRdrvWTUs1QY6Zu1sU6 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/future-factory/id1659895549 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/207e04aa-11a1-4b28-964a-148608422a49/future-factory   FUTURE FACTORY SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futurefactorypodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FutureFactoryFF Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/futurefactorypodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/futurefactorypodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futurefactorypodcast?_t=8ZIxAf4Orra&_r=1 ANTHONY'S SOCIAL: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/anthonyamunategui/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anthony.amunategui.3 Find great guests at PodMatch https://www.joinpodmatch.com/futurefactorypodcast

    59 min

  4. MAR 27 ·  VIDEO

    How to Turn an Idea Into a Real Business | Joel Brewer

    Summary In this episode, Anthony sits down with Joel Brewer, a startup coach and product strategist who has helped over 80 companies navigate the chaos of early-stage growth. Joel breaks down the real reasons most startups fail — not bad ideas, but poor communication, lack of customer validation, and trying to do too much too early. Together, they dive into how founders can move from idea to execution, why focusing on product and sales is critical, and how to avoid the common traps of ego, overbuilding, and chasing shiny objects. This conversation is packed with practical insights for entrepreneurs looking to build smarter, move faster, and actually get to market. Special Guest Joel Brewer is a startup advisor and founder of Brewer Digital, where he helps early-stage companies design, build, and scale digital products. With over a decade of experience working alongside founders, Joel specializes in turning ideas into real, revenue-generating businesses through strategic product development, clear communication, and disciplined execution. He is known for helping entrepreneurs cut through the noise, prioritize what matters, and avoid costly mistakes in the early stages of building a company. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro: Welcoming Joel “the startup whisperer” 01:01 - Wearing all the hats as a founder 02:09 - Product and sales as the two early priorities 03:06 - Building a craveable, first-class product 03:55 - Anthony’s CDO Group story and validating a service 04:59 - Parallels between outsourced construction and product development 05:55 - Financial discipline, payroll pressure, and fractional talent 07:03 - Coaches, experts, and assembling the right team 09:52 - Offshore development, communication, and AI-assisted coding 15:21 - Automating business and home with “Zoe” and Claude code 27:20 - Market shifts, frugality, focus, and Joel’s advice to founders  JOEL'S INFO: Website: https://brewerdigital.com Landing Page: https://brewerdigital.com/future LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-brewer-69680037/ PODCAST INFO: Website: https://FutureFactory.live Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0SsZRdrvWTUs1QY6Zu1sU6 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/future-factory/id1659895549 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/207e04aa-11a1-4b28-964a-148608422a49/future-factory   FUTURE FACTORY SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futurefactorypodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FutureFactoryFF Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/futurefactorypodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/futurefactorypodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futurefactorypodcast?_t=8ZIxAf4Orra&_r=1 ANTHONY'S SOCIAL: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/anthonyamunategui/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anthony.amunategui.3 Find great guests at PodMatch https://www.joinpodmatch.com/futurefactorypodcast

    36 min

  5. MAR 25 ·  VIDEO

    Why Bitcoin Mining Isn’t What You Think | Beau Turner

    Summary In this episode, Anthony sits down with Beau Turner to break down the real truth behind Bitcoin mining — what it actually is, how it works, and why most people get it completely wrong. From losing $30,000 in a failed mining operation to building Abundant Mines, Beau shares the hard lessons, risks, and systems required to succeed in one of the most misunderstood industries today. They dive into the “franchise model” of mining, passive income vs long-term asset accumulation, tax advantages, and how Bitcoin mining sits at the intersection of energy, AI, and the future of finance. This is a must-watch for anyone curious about Bitcoin beyond just buying and holding. Special Guest Beau Turner is the co-founder of Abundant Mines, a Bitcoin mining company focused on helping investors safely and efficiently participate in mining without the complexity of running operations themselves. After experiencing firsthand the risks and failures of the industry, Beau built a system designed to remove uncertainty and provide a more reliable path into Bitcoin mining. He is passionate about educating investors and helping them understand the deeper mechanics behind Bitcoin, energy, and the global financial system. Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome back: framing Bitcoin mining like a franchise 03:30 - Beau’s nightmare first mining deal & birth of Abundant Mines 07:00 - Commercial-scale mining vs DIY: regulation, risk, and complexity 10:00 - Mining hardware, home setups, power draw, and the heat problem 14:00 - Downtime, maintenance math, and comparing mining to rental real estate 19:30 - Bitcoin price drops, miner profitability, and difficulty adjustments 26:30 - How mining actually works: blocks, hashes, and guessing the nonce 33:00 - Bitcoin ASICs vs AI chips: brute-force security vs smart compute 38:30 - Trusting a host: site visits, transparency, and seeing your miners 44:00 - Minimum investment, hosting fees, uptime guarantees, and hash-rate redirect 50:30 - Tax advantages, myths about hosting companies, and how to vet & contact Abundant Minds BEAU'S INFO: Website: https://abundantmines.com/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/beau-turner-445732251/ Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@AbundantMines/videos PODCAST INFO: Website: https://FutureFactory.live Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0SsZRdrvWTUs1QY6Zu1sU6 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/future-factory/id1659895549 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/207e04aa-11a1-4b28-964a-148608422a49/future-factory   FUTURE FACTORY SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futurefactorypodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FutureFactoryFF Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/futurefactorypodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/futurefactorypodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futurefactorypodcast?_t=8ZIxAf4Orra&_r=1 ANTHONY'S SOCIAL: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/anthonyamunategui/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anthony.amunategui.3 Find great guests at PodMatch https://www.joinpodmatch.com/futurefactorypodcast

    55 min

  6. MAR 20 ·  VIDEO

    How Great Leaders Create Clarity | Dusty Holcomb

    Summary What separates great leaders from frustrated ones? In this episode, Anthony sits down with Dusty Holcomb to unpack the real reason so many businesses struggle: lack of clarity. From completing five Ironmans to coaching high-level executives, Dusty shares the mindset, structure, and discipline required to lead teams well, avoid becoming the bottleneck, and build companies that actually scale. They cover execution gaps, culture, coaching, self-awareness, rules of engagement, and why leadership starts long before the pressure hits. This is a powerful conversation for entrepreneurs who want to grow without losing control. Special Guest Dusty Holcomb is a leadership coach, trainer, and advisor who works with CEOs, founders, and leadership teams to improve clarity, alignment, and performance. As part of Arcus Group, he helps organizations strengthen culture, define expectations, and create the systems and behaviors that drive long-term success. His perspective blends real-world business experience with lessons from endurance sports, coaching, and leadership development. Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction to Dusty Holcomb & Ironman Leadership Lessons 03:18 - Execution Gaps, Clarity, and Alignment in Leadership 06:30 - Action vs. Overthinking: Just Getting Started 10:07 - After-Action Reviews and Leading Yourself First 12:31 - The “Thorn,” Inner Work, and CEO’s Three Core Responsibilities 17:32 - Personal Origin Stories: Chips on the Shoulder and Service-First Leadership 23:29 - Ironman Training, Discipline, and Translating It to Business 29:04 - From Bottleneck Boss to Empowering Leader 35:10 - Rules of Engagement: How Leaders Create Clarity with Their Teams 43:36 - Behavioral Values, Non-Negotiables, and Radical Candor 50:21 - Three Core Traits of Great Entrepreneurs & Closing Call to Action DUSTY'S INFO: Website: https://arcusgroup.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustyholcomb/ Leadership Resources: https://arcus.news PODCAST INFO: Website: https://FutureFactory.live Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0SsZRdrvWTUs1QY6Zu1sU6 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/future-factory/id1659895549 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/207e04aa-11a1-4b28-964a-148608422a49/future-factory   FUTURE FACTORY SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futurefactorypodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FutureFactoryFF Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/futurefactorypodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/futurefactorypodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futurefactorypodcast?_t=8ZIxAf4Orra&_r=1 ANTHONY'S SOCIAL: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/anthonyamunategui/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anthony.amunategui.3 Find great guests at PodMatch https://www.joinpodmatch.com/futurefactorypodcast

    1h 1m

  7. MAR 16 ·  VIDEO

    How Agentic AI Helps Small Companies Grow Faster | Gilad Bechar

    Summary  In this episode, Anthony sits down with growth expert Gilad Bechar to break down how companies can use Agentic AI, data, and modern marketing systems to unlock massive growth. Gilad shares the strategies his team uses to help some of the largest companies in the world - including Google, Uber, Samsung, and Reddit - find product-market fit, optimize messaging, and scale faster. From testing marketing funnels and analyzing competitors with AI to creating hyper-targeted campaigns that convert, this conversation dives deep into how founders and entrepreneurs can compete - even with small budgets. If you want to understand how AI is reshaping marketing, customer acquisition, and business growth, this episode is packed with practical insights. Special Guest Gilad Bechar is a growth strategist and entrepreneur who helps companies unlock scalable growth through data, AI, and advanced marketing systems. Over the past decade, he and his team have worked with more than 1,000 brands, including global platforms like Google, Uber, Samsung, and Reddit, helping them refine messaging, optimize funnels, and reach the right customers at the right time. Gilad specializes in helping both startups and established companies identify product-market fit, run rapid experimentation, and use AI-driven insights to accelerate growth. Chapters: 00:00 - Introducing Gilad and Agentic AI for Growth 03:20 - From Working With Google and Uber to Helping Startups 06:10 - Shoestring Budgets and Finding Product–Market Fit Fast 09:10 - Using Competitor Data and AI to Reverse Engineer Winning Ads 12:30 - Learning From How Giants Like Tinder, Facebook, and Amazon Grew 15:20 - Pricing Models, LTV, and Different Growth Levers by Business Type 18:05 - Funnels That Work for Any Business: From Pain Point to Aha Moment 21:10 - Reducing Friction and Matching Messages to Different User Intents 24:20 - Local Services Example: Landscaping, Neighborhood Targeting, and FOMO 28:10 - Hyper-Personalization by Audience, Location, and Use Case 32:30 - Multi-Funnel Websites, Career Pages, and Why Entrepreneurs Don’t Implement GILAD'S INFO: Website: https://moburst.com/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/begilad/ PODCAST INFO: Website: https://FutureFactory.live Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0SsZRdr... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/207...   FUTURE FACTORY SOCIAL: Instagram:   / futurefactorypodcast   Twitter:   / futurefactoryff   Facebook:   / futurefactorypodcast   LinkedIn:   / futurefactorypodcast   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futurefactory... ANTHONY'S SOCIAL: Instagram:    / anthonyamunategui   Facebook:   / anthony.amunategui.3   Find great guests at PodMatch https://podmatch.com/

    41 min

  8. MAR 13 ·  VIDEO

    The Simple Investing Strategy That Beats Wall Street | Robert Rolih

    Summary In this episode, Anthony sits down with investor and financial educator Robert Rolih to break down the truth about investing, financial advisors, and long-term wealth building. Robert explains why most investors overcomplicate the market, how small management fees can quietly destroy your long-term returns, and why simple strategies like low-cost ETFs and consistent investing often outperform professional fund managers. The conversation explores the psychology of investing, the dangers of short-term trading, and how everyday investors can take control of their financial future using disciplined long-term strategies. This episode is a powerful guide for anyone who wants to build wealth without falling into the traps of Wall Street complexity. Special Guest Robert Rolih is a financial educator, investor, and creator of the Millionaire Money Making Machine investing program. After experiencing major losses early in his financial journey by trusting traditional financial advisors, Robert dedicated himself to mastering long-term investing strategies focused on low fees, diversification, and disciplined market behavior. Since 2012, he has helped thousands of investors across more than 70 countries learn how to build wealth through simple, evidence-based investing principles. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro, Robert’s background and why investing feels confusing 01:53 - Global ETFs explained and avoiding stock-picking stress 04:08 - Young investor strategy: risk, crypto, and avoiding penny stocks 05:49 - Power of compounding and long-term mindset 06:32 - Why short-term trading is a losing game 07:54 - What to actually buy: ETFs, tech, and Bitcoin as “digital gold” 08:48 - How to choose ETFs and the danger of high fees 11:28 - The true long-term cost of a 1% management fee 13:07 - Robert’s wake-up call and taking control of personal finance 14:29 - Using AI (Zoe/ChatGPT) and filtering out financial “noise” 18:04 - Market panics, optimism, and Robert’s long-term investing group ROBERT'S INFO: Website: https://robertrolih.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-ro... Book: The Million Dollar Decision - available on Amazon  PODCAST INFO: Website: https://FutureFactory.live Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0SsZRdr... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/207...   FUTURE FACTORY SOCIAL: Instagram:   / futurefactorypodcast   Twitter:   / futurefactoryff   Facebook:   / futurefactorypodcast   LinkedIn:   / futurefactorypodcast   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futurefactory... ANTHONY'S SOCIAL: Instagram:    / anthonyamunategui   Facebook:   / anthony.amunategui.3   Find great guests at PodMatch https://www.joinpodmatch.com/futurefa...

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The Future Factory Podcast is your go-to business podcast for seeing the future in real time. Hosted by founder of CDO Group, Anthony Amunategui, where he is joined by some of the most influential and respected guests in the business world. From young entrepreneurs changing the world via startups, to leaders of established big name brands across the world.

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  • Creator
    Anthony Amunategui
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Future Factory
  • Show Website
    Future Factory