Heavy Lifts Podcast

Nat Borchers

Heavy Lifts: For those who see opportunity and are willing to take the risk to make it real. Join hosts Nat Borchers as he dives deep into the exciting world of real estate, business, and soccer around the world. Join us every Friday at 9am for the latest episode!

  1. Jul 10

    From Bartender to Coffee Bar Owner: Building Bonzi with Brent Hayes & Jeff Juul | Episode 35 of Heavy Lifts Podcast

    What does it take to go from slinging cocktails at 2 AM to opening one of Salem's most talked-about coffee and boba spots? In this episode, Nat sits down with Brent Hayes and Jeff Juul — the duo behind Structure Bar Logistics and the newly opened Bonzi Coffee — to talk about a 15-year friendship, building a business out of necessity during COVID, why they gave away ownership to their team, and what it really looks like to build something from the ground up with your own two hands. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a hospitality industry vet, or just someone who loves a great origin story, this one's for you. Connect with us! Nat: @natborchers on Instagram ▸ @backlinerealestate on Instagram ▸ www.backlinerealestate.com Bonzi Coffee - Brent Hayes and Jeff Juul ▸ @bonzaicofferteabar on Instagram #HeavyLiftsPodcast #BonziCoffee #SmallBusiness #SalemOregon

  2. Jun 19

    Community is Family and KOFI with Margarita Antunez & Tiffany Morales Baca | Episode 34 of Heavy Lifts Podcast

    This week, Nat and Makayla are joined by Margarita Antunez & Tiffany Morales Baca, owners of 45th Parallel's newest coffee and cocktail bar, KOFI. The community will already be familiar with Margarita and Tiffany from Margarita and Ricardo Antunez's Xicha Brewing, and if the women weren't busy enough, they're now opening a new, vibrant, social, and community-focused coffee-and-cocktail spot and continuing the mission of offering an inclusive, family-friendly, cultural environment by creating a community around Latin American culture, small bites, house-roasted coffee, and cocktails. Connect with us! Nat: @natborchers on Instagram ▸ @backlinerealestate on Instagram ▸ www.backlinerealestate.com KOFI: Margarita Antunez & Tiffany Morales Baca ▸ @kofipnw on Instagram #HeavyLiftsPodcast #KOFIPNW #LatinaOwned #SmallBusiness #CommunitySupport

  3. Jun 12

    A Certain Mystical Experience & Zebra Migration with Chris Fischer | Episode 33 of Heavy Lifts Podcast

    In this episode of Heavy Lifts, Nat Borchers sits down with Emmy-nominated filmmaker, alongside returning co-host AJ Nash! Plus, Chris has a major announcement you won't want to miss. Chris shares his journey from CPA to commercial real estate broker to financial advisor, and finally to the wildlife filmmaker he always wanted to be. From a mystical bear encounter in Alaska at age 10, to a life-changing safari in South Africa at 30, Chris's origin story is one of relentless reinvention, 20,000 hours of craft, and the courage to follow what lights you up. 🎬 The Big News: Chris's documentary on the longest terrestrial zebra migration in Africa — filmed over 21 grueling days in Botswana during COVID — has just landed a 3-year international licensing deal with National Geographic, airing across European, Middle Eastern, and African audiences. Connect with us! Nat: @natborchers on Instagram ▸ @backlinerealestate on Instagram ▸ www.backlinerealestate.com Chris: @chrisfischerfilms @rushlightagency DUST documentary | Self-produced, directed, and shot wildlife documentary on the zebra migration in Botswana: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt26770570/ #HeavyLiftsPodcast #WildlifeFilm #DocumentaryFilmmaking #Filmmaking #EntrepreneurPodcast

  4. Apr 10

    We Are All Saltwater with Nancy Yankovic | Episode 32 of Heavy Lifts Podcast

    This week, Nat and Makayla sit down with former 45th Parallel Building Tennant, Nancy Yankovic, about the incredible growth of her wellness clinic, Saltwater Wellness. From moving within six weeks from Alaska to North Portland, to being inspired by an Ed Sheeran song to make the leap to opening her own clinic, and her incredible passion for individual wellness, this episode really shines on what a driven powerhouse Nancy is. This is such a fun and educational episode with Nancy. You're going to learn a lot! Connect with us! Nat: @natborchers on Instagram ▸ @backlinerealestate on Instagram ▸ www.backlinerealestate.com https://saltwater-wellness.com ▸ Instagram: @saltwaterwellness503 ▸ Facebook: Saltwater Wellness 503 #HeavyLiftsPodcast #SaltwaterWellness #EntrepunerStories #SmallBusiness #WellnessCommunity

  5. Apr 3

    From Side Hustle to Cheese Professional with Desirea Fields | Episode 31 of Heavy Lifts Podcast

    Another week, another episode of Nat and Makayla being very hungry at the end of a podcast. Why? This week's guest is Desirea Fields, owner of Grazing Fields Charcuterie, located in the 45th Parallel Building. We find out how Desirea got started in the Cheese Business, the specialities of it (tinfish included), plus her story of Oregon to Nashville to Oregon once more. This is a really fun episode! You will definitely be inspired to make your own Adult Lunchable after. Connect with us! Nat: @natborchers on Instagram ▸ @backlinerealestate on Instagram ▸ www.backlinerealestate.com Grazing Fields Charcuterie ▸ @grazingfieldscharcuterie on Instagram ▸ https://grazing-fields.com/ #HeavyLiftsPodcast #NewEpisode #grazingfieldscharcuterie #CheeseOriginStory #CheeseLovers #SmallBusiness

  6. Mar 27

    Pivot, Persist, and Snack with Daren Patera | Episode 29 of Heavy Lifts Podcast

    This week, Nat and Makayla sit down with Daren Patera, tenant, friend, and one of the most genuinely positive people in the building! Daren is the co-founder (with business partner Brian) of Rapid Print Solutions, a Salem-based printer supply and service company that they've operated since 2003. But that's only half the story: Daren and Brian also launched Oregon Farm Fresh Snacks! They talk about growing up in South Salem, bouncing through three high schools, playing golf instead of football (despite being the biggest high school football player in the state of Oregon), getting an MBA and law degree at Willamette University, and how a chance meeting in a crowded auditorium turned into a two-decade business partnership. Plus: surviving the franchise world, navigating the Amazon algorithm, what it's like to pivot from ink cartridges to snack mixes, and how Daren manages to walk through the halls smiling after everything life has thrown at him. Rapid Print Solutions ▸ @rapid_refill on Instagram ▸ https://www.rpsoregon.com Oregon Farm Fresh Snacks ▸ www.farmfreshsnacks.com Connect with us! Nat: @natborchers on Instagram ▸ @backlinerealestate on Instagram ▸ www.backlinerealestate.com

  7. Mar 6

    Reger Group and the Housing Market with Sean Keene | Episode 29 of Heavy Lifts Podcast

    Another week, another Heavy Lift! In this episode, Nat sits down with Sean Keen, Principal Broker at the Reger Group. Sean shares his history in law enforcement, what brought him to work in real estate, and what the market has looked like over the last couple of decades. Check out Sean and co. online! ▸ https://www.facebook.com/RegerHomesWV ▸ https://www.instagram.com/regerhomesllcwv ▸ https://theregergroupnetwork.com/ Connect with us! Nat: @natborchers on Instagram ▸ @backlinerealestate on Instagram ▸ www.backlinerealestate.com #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #RealEstateBroker #RegerGroupNetwork #HeavyLiftsPodcast

  8. Feb 27

    From Forklifts to 5 Chairs Barber Shop in 8 Months with Louis Ruiz | Episode 28 of Heavy Lifts Podcast

    Welcome to the Heavy Lifts Podcast! In this episode, Nat sits down with Louis Ruiz, owner of Capitol City Barbers, for a unique interview: filmed while he's cutting Nat's hair! Louis shares his entrepreneurial journey from working 9-to-5 jobs (forklifts, car sales, Verizon) to taking the leap and opening his own barbershop with business partner Joe. Discover how they transformed a vacant suite into a thriving 5-chair barbershop in just 8 months, the importance of creating the right culture, and why Louis values flexibility and independence above all else. Whether you're thinking about starting your own business or just love a good small business success story, this episode is packed with real talk and entrepreneurial wisdom. 📍 Capitol City Barbers - Book online or walk-ins welcome! https://capitolcitybarbers.org ▸ @capitalcitybarberss on Instagram Connect with us! Nat: @natborchers on Instagram ▸ @backlinerealestate on Instagram ▸ www.backlinerealestate.com #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #BarbershopLife #CapitolCityBarbers #HeavyLiftsPodcast #StartupStory

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Heavy Lifts: For those who see opportunity and are willing to take the risk to make it real. Join hosts Nat Borchers as he dives deep into the exciting world of real estate, business, and soccer around the world. Join us every Friday at 9am for the latest episode!

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  • Creator
    Nat Borchers
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    46
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Nat Borchers
  • Show Website
    Heavy Lifts Podcast