Radical Hospitality Show

Zeke Freeman
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Radical Hospitality Show

Welcome to the Radical Hospitality Show where we dive into a fascinating blend of business expertise and genuine compansion in hospitality. Whether you're a seasoned hospitality expert or a budding entrepreneur, our show is for you. We dive deep into the world of architecture, development, and hospitality, exploring the unique challenges and opportunities that arise when creating exceptional experiences. Join us as we interview fascinating guests who share their insights, stories, and practical advice. Tune in for inspiring conversations, actionable tips, and a fresh perspective on the hospitality industry. Podcast: https://radicalhospitalityshow.com/ Instagram: @rootarchitecturedevelopment YouTube: The Radical Hospitality Show TikTok @RadicalHospitalityShowFacebook @RadicalHospitalityShowReady to get started on your hospitality project? Visit us at https://root-ad.com/

  1. JAN 5

    Turning a 1,000 Year Old Castle into a Profitable Hotel: Michael Stohler's Journey from Pilot to Investor

    In this episode of the Radical Hospitality Show, host Zeke Freeman dives deep into the fascinating journey of Michael Stohler, co-founder of Gateway Private Equity Group. From his beginnings as a Navy veteran and commercial airline pilot to building a thriving career in real estate and hospitality, Mike shares his invaluable lessons learned along the way. Discover how he transitioned from multifamily real estate to high-return hotel investments, the secrets to structuring successful deals, an...

    44 min

  2. 12/30/2024

    Building Space Hotels: Unique Challenges, Architecture, and Scaling the Business with Tim Alatorre

    Explore the incredible world of space habitation design with Tim Alatorre, CEO of Above Space Development Corporation. In this episode, we dive into the vision of building the first luxury space hotel, the technological innovations making space accessible, and how Tim is turning futuristic ideas into tangible realities. From terrestrial architecture to pioneering in orbit, this conversation will leave you inspired about the future of space exploration and hospitality.To learn more about above...

    41 min

  3. 12/15/2024

    Inside a $29 Million Treehouse Resort Business: Funding, Management, and Bookings (with Ben Wolff)

    In today's episode, I sat down with Ben Wolff, visionary co-founder of Onera and OAC, who has redefined upscale hospitality with unique stays and innovative landscape hotels. Starting in short-term rentals, Ben scaled to managing 200 units before transitioning into groundbreaking projects like Onera Fredericksburg and Wimberley.We explore:How Ben leveraged lease arbitrage and short-term rentals to build cash flow.The development process behind Onera’s luxury landscape hotels.Challenges with p...

    55 min

  4. 12/08/2024

    From Aviation to Real Estate Mogul: Rich Somers's Story into Boutique Hotels

    In today's episode, I sat down with Rich Sommers, founder of Sommers Capital and host of The Sommers Report podcast. Rich shares his incredible journey from being an air traffic controller to becoming a leading figure in boutique hotel investments. Along the way, he highlights the power of quick decision-making, building complementary partnerships, and creating active income streams for long-term wealth.This episode is packed with actionable advice for entrepreneurs, real estate investors, an...

    31 min

  5. 12/02/2024

    Building a $400M Hostel Empire: From Airbnb to Hawaiian Hostels

    After a chance encounter with a real estate agent, Michael Russell and Nathan St Cyr run two of the highest ranked hostels on the Hawaiian islands. After owning multiple Air BNB short-term rentals, they decided to transition into the big leagues - building out a team and infrastructure to scale their currently $30M portfolio in Hawaii a $400M hostel empire across the US.To learn more about their real estate playbook, see their accountability tool here: https://www.hotelinvestorplaybook.com/p/...

    52 min

  6. 11/24/2024

    From Attorney to Ski Resort STR's to Historic Boutique Hotel Developer: Devin Visciano's Story

    Today I sat down with Devin Visciano to discuss his background as an attorney, his surprising transition into developing luxury rental homes near ski resorts, to his most recent project building a boutique hotel in Castle Rock, Colorado. He's a fascinating guest to talk to and putting a lot of hard work into his current project - navigating entitlements, getting permission from the city, finding a good lender, and the building process.Connect with Zeke Freeman:Instagram: @zekefreeman_rootarch...

    54 min

  7. 11/19/2024

    Crafting Stories in Hospitality: Angela Biddle's Design Journey

    In this episode of Radical Hospitality, host Zeke Freeman sits down with Angela Biddle, Principal at FK Australia, and a leader in hospitality and interior design. With over 20 years of experience working on transformative hotel projects across the globe, Angela brings invaluable insights into how storytelling, sustainability, and innovation drive the future of hospitality.From revamping heritage properties like the Sofitel in Sydney to adapting commercial spaces for modern uses, Angela share...

    37 min

  8. 11/13/2024

    What is the world's LONGEST honeymoon?

    In this episode, I sat down with Mike and Anne Howard, the adventurous couple behind HoneyTrek. Known as "two Americans who realized life is short, the world is big, and the value of travel too great to wait another day," they sold everything 12+ years ago and have since journeyed across 80 countries, immersing themselves in diverse cultures and landscapes around the globe.Mike and Anne are travel experts with a unique specialty in glamping, and they've chronicled their experiences on www.hon...

    40 min
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About

Welcome to the Radical Hospitality Show where we dive into a fascinating blend of business expertise and genuine compansion in hospitality. Whether you're a seasoned hospitality expert or a budding entrepreneur, our show is for you. We dive deep into the world of architecture, development, and hospitality, exploring the unique challenges and opportunities that arise when creating exceptional experiences. Join us as we interview fascinating guests who share their insights, stories, and practical advice. Tune in for inspiring conversations, actionable tips, and a fresh perspective on the hospitality industry. Podcast: https://radicalhospitalityshow.com/ Instagram: @rootarchitecturedevelopment YouTube: The Radical Hospitality Show TikTok @RadicalHospitalityShowFacebook @RadicalHospitalityShowReady to get started on your hospitality project? Visit us at https://root-ad.com/

Information

  • Creator
    Zeke Freeman
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Root Architecture and Design
  • Show Website
    Radical Hospitality Show

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