The Kirsh Connection

Andrew Kirsh

Welcome to The Kirsh Connection. In each episode, Andrew Kirsh interviews real estate industry leaders. We'll hear their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry.

  1. 2D AGO

    Why the Westside Always Wins: Ron Smith & David Berg on LA Residential Real Estate, Relationships & the Future of the Pacific Palisades

    Why the Westside Always Wins: Ron Smith & David Berg on LA Residential Real Estate, Relationships & the Future of the Pacific Palisades.  We discuss: Why the Westside is almost always a seller’smarketHow Smith & Berg built a white-glove team tomake the home selling/buying process seamless from start to finishBuilding a “client for life” real estatebrokerage businessThe current state and future of the Palisades market Learn more about David Berg: Connect with David on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davebergla/   Learn more about Ron Smith: Connect with Ron on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/f-ron-smith-07935416/   https://smithandberg.com/   *******************************************   In each episode of The Kirsh Connection, Andrew Kirshinterviews industry leaders to learn their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry. Don't miss an episode of The Kirsh Connection: • Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM • Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j • Listen on Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh... • Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and isthe Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutiquelaw firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment,bankruptcy, and litigation.   • Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh/ • Connect with Andrew on Twitter: https://x.com/atkirsh • Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/profession... • Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp • Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh/?hl=en   The Kirsh Connection is produced and edited by Ashley Thays

    52 min

  2. MAY 5

    The Turnaround Playbook: How Sandeep Mathrani Saved General Growth Properties and WeWork

    Sandeep Mathrani has built a career stepping into chaos—andfixing it. From leading General Growth Properties out of bankruptcy during the Global Financial Crisis to taking over WeWork after the board removed Adam Neumann, he’s become one of the most respected turnaround CEOs in real estate. In this episode, Sandeep delivers a true masterclass on running companies and fixing broken ones.  If you’re in real estate, private equity, or leadership in any industry, this episode isn’t just a conversation—it’s a playbook.  We cover:  His “glass completely full” mentality—reframingproblems as opportunities instead of problemsHow he rebuilt GGP one asset at a time, despitemassive complexityThe 50–30–20 rule: which assets to sell, scale,and optimizeHis disdain for the word “busy”—and what itreally signalsThe 3 keys to loan workouts: reputation, plan,and exitWalking into WeWork and realizing the mathdidn’t work—and cutting $2.5B in expenses to survive Learn more about Sandeep: Connect with Sandeep on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandeep-mathrani  *******************************************   In each episode of The Kirsh Connection, Andrew Kirshinterviews industry leaders to learn their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry.   Don't miss an episode of The Kirsh Connection: • Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM • Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j • Listen on Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh... • Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and isthe Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation. • Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh/ • Connect with Andrew on Twitter: https://x.com/atkirsh • Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/profession... • Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp • Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh/?hl=en   The Kirsh Connection is produced and edited by Ashley Thays

    56 min

  3. APR 28

    From Frenzy to Reality, The Industrial Market Rest Explained w/Howard Schwimmer

    From Frenzy to Reality, The Industrial Market Rest Explainedwith Howard Schwimmer, Founder and Former Co-CEO of Rexford Industrial and Founder of S5 Industrial Realty Inc. We discuss: Why small bay industrial is becoming the mostcompetitive sector in real estateWhy the best deals never hit the market—and howproactive outreach still beats AI and algorithmsWhy finding quality real estate is too nuancedfor AI to replaceWhat the “post-COVID hangover” in industrialreally means—and whether this is a correction or an opportunity  Learn more about Howard: Connect with Howard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/howard-schwimmer-b0100414/   *******************************************   In each episode of The Kirsh Connection, Andrew Kirshinterviews industry leaders to learn their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry.   Don't miss an episode of The Kirsh Connection: • Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM • Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j • Listen on Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh... • Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and isthe Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation.   • Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh/ • Connect with Andrew on Twitter: https://x.com/atkirsh • Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/profession... • Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp • Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh/?hl=en   The Kirsh Connection is produced and edited by Ashley Thays

    49 min

  4. APR 21

    Riches in the Niches: Finding Outsized Returns Where Others Aren’t Looking w/Alex Valner

    Riches in the Niches: How Alex Valner, President andManaging Partner of Center Capital Partners, Finds Outsized Returns Where Others Aren’t Looking.  We Discuss:   Airfields = Beachfront Property — Why aviation realestate may be one of the most scarce and overlooked assets in the market Hunting Where the Giants Aren’t — Winning in the lowermiddle market while large-cap private equity sits on the sidelines Core-Plus… with Opportunistic Returns? — The playbookfor outperforming without taking headline risk Asset First, Team Second — The sequencing behindbuilding a scalable investment platform   Learn more about Alex: Center Capital: https://www.centercp.com/the-teamConnect with Alex on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-valner-bb65804b/  *******************************************   In each episode of The Kirsh Connection, Andrew Kirshinterviews industry leaders to learn their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry.   Don't miss an episode of The Kirsh Connection: • Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM • Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j • Listen on Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh... • Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU  Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and isthe Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation.   • Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh/ • Connect with Andrew on Twitter: https://x.com/atkirsh • Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/profession... • Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp • Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh/?hl=en   The Kirsh Connection is produced and edited by Ashley Thays

    44 min

  5. APR 15

    Founders, Family, and a Fast-Growing Brand: The Hugh & Grace Playbook, My Conversation with Founders Ben and Sara Jensen

    Founders, Family, and a Fast-Growing Brand: The Hugh & Grace Playbook, My Conversation with Founders Ben and Sara Jensen.  We discuss: The problem with “wellness” today – and why Hugh & Grace had to be built from scratch They walked away from it all – Beverly Hills to RV parks, betting everything on a vision We’re not that different – the overlooked truth that could change how we see everyone What does it actually mean to win? – a raw rethink of success beyond money and status   Learn more about Ben & Sara: Hugh & Grace: https://hughandgrace.com/Connect with Sara on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarajensen1Connect with Ben on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjensen1/  *******************************************   In each episode of The Kirsh Connection, Andrew Kirshinterviews industry leaders to learn their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry.   Don't miss an episode of The Kirsh Connection: • Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM • Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j • Listen on Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh... • Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and isthe Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutiquelaw firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment,bankruptcy, and litigation.   • Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh/ • Connect with Andrew on Twitter: https://x.com/atkirsh • Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/profession... • Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp • Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh/?hl=en   The Kirsh Connection is produced and edited by Ashley Thays

    46 min

  6. APR 7

    Hollywood Meets Real Estate: The Future of Studio & Office with Victor Coleman, CEO of Hudson Pacific Properties

    Hollywood Meets Real Estate: The Future of Studio & Officewith Victor Coleman, CEO of Hudson Pacific Properties. We discuss:   The Arden Exit: Inside the GE/BlackstoneAcquisition—and the Legendary Dubai CelebrationWhy Bet on Public Markets Again? Victor’s SecondAct After Arden RealtyIs L.A. Office Next—or Still Stuck? BreakingDown the SF Comeback ComparisonDid L.A. Fumble the Entertainment Industry? WhyProduction Is LeavingAgainst the Grain: Why HPP Is Leaning Back IntoOffice Connect with Victor Coleman: Hudson Pacific Properties: https://investors.hudsonpacificproperties.com/leadership-and-governance/executive-management/default.aspx LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victor-coleman   *********************************************************   Don't miss an episode of The Kirsh Connection: • Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM • Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j • Listen on Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh... • Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU  Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and isthe Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation.   • Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh/ • Connect with Andrew on Twitter: https://x.com/atkirsh • Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/profession...   • Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp • Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh/?hl=en   The Kirsh Connection is produced and edited by Ashley Thays.

    44 min

  7. MAR 31

    What It Takes to Build and Scale a Multifamily Platform w/Jeff Weller

    What It Takes to Build and Scale a Multifamily Platform, My Conversation with Jeff Weller – Co-Founder of Lion Real Estate. In this episode, we discuss: From Syndications to Discretionary Capital — Why Lion has shifted toward fund structures to move faster and control executionBuying from Banks in Today’s Market — How dislocation is creating opportunities and what it takes to win deals from lendersSunbelt vs. Coastal Performance — Where Lion is seeing strength today and how market dynamics are reshaping returnsStart in Asset Management, Not the Boardroom — Why getting your hands dirty is still the best path to building a real estate career Connect with Jeff Weller:Lion Real Estate Group: https://www.lionreg.com/bio/jeff-wellerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-weller-84aa476/********************************************************Don't miss an episode of The Kirsh Connection: • Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM • Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j • Listen on Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh... • Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and is the Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation. • Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh/ • Connect with Andrew on Twitter: https://x.com/atkirsh • Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/profession... • Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp • Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh/?hl=enThe Kirsh Connection is produced and edited by Ashley Thays.

    42 min

  8. MAR 24

    Ocean West’s Strategy for Deploying Global Capital Across Asset Diversification

    Ocean West’s Strategy for Deploying Global Capital Across Asset Diversification, my conversation with Russ Allegrete, Principal and Co-Founder of Ocean West Capital Partners. In this episode of The Kirsh Connection, Russ and I discuss: • Why Ocean West Focuses on Multiple Asset Classes and the Entire Capital Stack • The Five-Year Journey to Winning Korean Institutional Capital • Investors Can Deal with New Legislation — But Not Uncertainty • Key to Real Estate: Follow the Demographics Connect with Russ: Ocean West: https://oceanwestcp.com/team/russ-allegrette/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ocean-west-capital-partners/ ******************************************************************************* Don't miss an episode of The Kirsh Connection: • Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM • Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j • Listen on Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh... • Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and is the Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation. • Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh/ • Connect with Andrew on Twitter: https://x.com/atkirsh • Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/profession... • Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp • Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh/?hl=en The Kirsh Connection is produced and edited by Ashley Thays.

    41 min
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Welcome to The Kirsh Connection. In each episode, Andrew Kirsh interviews real estate industry leaders. We'll hear their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry.

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  • Creator
    Andrew Kirsh
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    96
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Andrew Kirsh
  • Show Website
    The Kirsh Connection

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