THE REAL DEAL

Dane Atherton and Rob Forde
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Inspiring real estate professionals sharing the secrets of their success. With Dane Atherton Managing Director at Coastal Property Agents and Rob Forde Sales Director at Coastal Property Agents.

Episodes

  1. 12/14/2025

    Liam O’Brien: Pressure, Process & Performance

    Pro surfer Liam O’Brien joins the boys to break down his journey from Rainbow Bay grom to world-tour competitor, and how mindset, resilience, and pure obsession keep him chasing a CT comeback. Liam opens up about the injury that derailed his first season, the rollercoaster of falling off tour, rebuilding confidence, and the Gold Coast community (including his sponsor Coastal) rallying behind him through it all. From Burleigh CT madness to Cyclone Alfred monsters, this episode hits every angle, surfing, performance, business, and life. We cover: The brutal ankle injury that derailed his first CT seasonHow releasing expectations actually unlocked resultsParallels between elite surfing & real-estate listing presentationsSocial media, athlete branding & the business of modern sportHis run on the Challenger Series and mindset going into Pipe & Newcastle Massive episode with a grounded, humble weapon of a human. Follow us: Instagram: athertondane Instagram: liamobr_

    54 min

  2. 11/30/2025

    How Ed Cherry Built a Brand on Creativity, Consistency & Community

    In this episode, we sit down with Ed Cherry, two-time #1 Coastal agent and partner of the Palm Beach office. Ed shares his journey from Coolangatta kid → Billabong marketing intern → Big Brother intruder → one of the most influential marketers in Gold Coast real estate. We cover: How a chance meeting with Sophie Carter pulled him into real estateWhy referrals and relationships built his entire careerThe Palms campaign that changed everythingEd’s creative approach to videos, storytelling, and high-impact campaignsWhy he rarely talks on camera — and lets the property do the talkingThe truth about running an office while staying a top performerHow community, consistency, and showing up built the Palm Beach powerhouse Follow us: Instagram: athertondane Instagram: edcherry_realestate

    49 min
  3. Episode 6: Brayden Mercer on Winning Noosa and Training for Worlds

    09/30/2025

    Episode 6: Brayden Mercer on Winning Noosa and Training for Worlds

    In today’s episode, we sit down with triathlete Brayden Mercer to talk all things endurance sport. He shares the story behind his win at the Noosa Triathlon, how he’s preparing for the upcoming World Championships, and his best tips for anyone looking to get started in triathlon.

    40 min

  4. 01/17/2024

    Episode 5: Jason Boon - Director at Richardson & Wrench - Elizabeth Bay / Potts Point

    In today’s episode, we sat down with Jason Boon the Director at Richardson & Wrench. Jason discussed his journey in Real Estate, explaining how he navigated through the ups and downs and what it takes to become a top Real Estate agent. FOLLOW US: IG - athertondane IG - rob_forde

    43 min

  5. 11/08/2023

    Episode 4: Phil Harris - Managing Director at Harris Real Estate | Auctioneer

    In today’s episode, we sat down with Phil Harris the Managing Director at Harris Real Estate and Auctioneer. Offering his key insights on how to achieve success in the Real Estate Industry. FOLLOW US: IG - athertondane IG - rob_forde The Real Deal Podcast Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyAs4P-mIWlvlsWdTqyIb_w

    47 min

  6. 10/27/2023

    Episode 3 : Lee Woodward - Founder of Lee Woodward Training Systems

    In today's episode, we sat down with Lee Woodward the founder of Lee Woodward Training Systems. Providing key advice for real estate professionals and leaders to excel in their chosen careers. FOLLOW US: IG - athertondane IG - rob_forde YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@harcourtscoastal2717/playlists

    1h 8m

  7. 09/13/2023

    Episode 2: Mike Green - Managing Director of the Harcourts International leadership team.

    In today's episode, we sit down with Mike Green, the Managing Director of the Harcourts International Leadership Team. Discussing his journey in Real Estate, providing key tips along the way to build your career in Real Estate. FOLLOW US: IG - athertondane IG - rob_forde YouTube -https://youtube.com/@harcourtscoastal2717?si=xcab-g7RLOogtPmM

    56 min
  8. Episode 1: Talking all things real estate

    08/29/2023

    Episode 1: Talking all things real estate

    Join Dane Atherton and Rob Forde from Harcourts Coastal, as they take a deep dive into the real estate industry, providing their key tips on how to build your career in real estate. FOLLOW US: IG - athertondane IG - rob_forde Youtube - https://youtube.com/@harcourtscoastal2717?si=kvKyZq-cdsQurOMH

    40 min
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About

Inspiring real estate professionals sharing the secrets of their success. With Dane Atherton Managing Director at Coastal Property Agents and Rob Forde Sales Director at Coastal Property Agents.

Information

  • Creator
    Dane Atherton and Rob Forde
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Dane Atherton and Rob Forde
  • Show Website
    THE REAL DEAL