The Brad Weisman Show

The Direct Message looked like spam. It turned out to be A&E offering Dedrick and Krystal Polite a shot at a home-renovation series that actually reflects real neighborhoods, real budgets, and real-life chaos. We sit down with the duo behind A&E's 50/50 Flip to unpack how they went from software sales and corporate headsets to rentals, rehabs, and a documentary-style TV show that doesn’t fake the mess—or the math.
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Pete Heim and I discuss the slow decline of enclosed malls against the rise of mixed-use districts, then dig into local housing data, the real impact of the Federal Government Shutdown on loans, and why mortgage rates follow the 10-year Treasury instead of the Fed. We end with the $350M Broadcasting District and what it means for housing, retail, and quality of life.

• Local/National Mall trends shift to open-air retail an...

The sound of community is getting louder again. We sit down with WEEU owner John Treese to unpack how a 1931 AM station found fresh purpose with modern tech, live local programming, and an unapologetic focus on Berks County and the surrounding 16 counties their signal reaches. From the decisive frequency move to 830 AM and a 20,000-watt daytime boost to the nuts and bolts of licenses, towers, and engineering, John explains how cove...

What if you could change your results by changing your state first? That’s the premise Shauna VanBogart brings to the table, blending personal branding roots with a deeper craft: shaping presence so your inner world and outer impact finally match. We dive into Resonance House, her immersive platform that uses cinematic, hypnosis-informed audio journeys to help you step into qualities like calm confidence, creative flow, intuitive c...

A brutal fight and a quiet moment at a funeral changed everything for our guest, Mitchell Osmond.  From spiraling debt, weight gain, and a marriage on the brink to a rebuilt life and the launch of The Dad Nation Podcast, Mitchell shares the exact tools he used to turn things around—without sacrificing career ambition or family presence.

We dig into why so many high-performing men feel respected at work yet incompetent at h...

We talk with Kathryn Lehman about running a clean, disciplined campaign, why trial court experience matters, and what real accountability looks like for OUR County. From fentanyl to bail policy to youth prevention, we dig into how a judge can be both firm and fair without politics in the courtroom.

• Primary win and staying calm amid mudslinging
• Endorsements across law enforcement and unions
• What a Court of Com...

Guest Pete Heim is back to chat with Brad Weisman about Real Estate!! A fast, candid market check that connects inventory, rates, and jobs to what buyers and sellers feel on the ground. We share state-by-state contrasts, a reality check on pricing, and why the Fed doesn’t move mortgages the way most people think.

• Housing’s huge role in the wider economy
• Home inventory as the primary driver of sales and price behavi...

Frank Sell shares his journey from manufacturing welder to successful entrepreneur, revealing how he transformed a simple idea into the "Get Shit Done" coffee brand. His story demonstrates that entrepreneurial success often comes from making decisive choices and persevering through challenges rather than waiting for perfect conditions.

• Started as a welder with employee number 5331, initially on track for a 30-y...

From HGTV star to Hollywood actress to theater producer, Wanda Colon's creative journey has come full circle as she returns to her Reading roots with an exciting new project. After conquering television as a design expert and even sharing an on-screen kiss with Jean-Claude Van Damme (which she hilariously describes as "the worst kiss of my life"), Wanda is now channeling her passion into "LoveNotes Berks," ...

Celebrating 250 episodes calls for reflection, and in this milestone conversation, Brad and Hugo take us on a journey through the evolution of The Brad Weisman Show podcast. What started as a solo venture in Brad's bedroom during the pandemic—armed with just a microphone, mixer, and a laptop—has blossomed into a dynamic show with a fully equipped studio and walls adorned with meaningful mementos from past episodes.

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Brad and Pete Heim are back with all the NEW Stats for the Local, State and National home market.  The real estate market shows clear signs of change with inventory increasing locally and even more so nationally, though still far below the amount of homes available during the 2008 crash. Regional differences across the US housing market reveal the Northeast maintaining a seller's market while the South experiences excess inven...

David Ferrugio, host of Dead Talks podcast, shares his journey through grief after losing his father in the World Trade Center on 9/11 and how it inspired him to create a show exploring mortality through meaningful conversations.

• Personal experience losing his father at age 12 during the 9/11 attacks
• How processing grief through "exposure therapy" helped him cope with trauma
• Fascinating patterns in ...

What happens when spirituality meets ultra-luxury real estate? Adam Brawer, dubbed "The Spiritual Realtor," has created a niche by bringing energy work to high-end property sales in Los Angeles. With a morning practice that includes sage burning and meditation, Adam doesn't just sell homes—he transforms their energy.

When listing properties with challenging histories—divorce, death, or domestic violence—Adam...

What if the key to unlocking your potential isn't learning new skills, but upgrading your internal operating system? In this profound conversation with Dr. Ryan Gottfredson, we explore the revolutionary concept that transformed his life and could change yours: the distinction between your "doing side" and your "being side."

While most personal and professional development focuses on acquiring knowl...

We analyze the current real estate market conditions in locally and nationally, separating media hype from reality while examining foreclosure rates, price appreciation, and interest rate predictions.

• Berks County currently has 446 homes on the market, showing stability in the mid-four hundreds
• Foreclosure rates are up 7% nationally but represent only 1 in 758 homes compared to 1 in 45 during the 2008 crash
• N...

Daryl Black shares his framework for empowering leaders to bring order to chaos, drawing on his experience in disaster response and corporate settings. His approach transforms toxic leadership and micromanagement into autonomous teams that thrive under pressure.

• Building leadership skills through practical experience rather than traditional training programs
• Applying emergency response principles to corporate chall...

Lucine Sihelnik, the First Female President and CEO of the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance (GRCA), discusses the economic development landscape and exciting future projects in Berks County. She shares insights about significant changes in the business community and explains how GRCA is breaking the traditional chamber (of commerce) model with 900 members while many chambers nationwide are struggling.

• GRCA formed eight y...

From hiding beneath blankets to singing on stage, Maggie Marre's transformation from a terrified vocalist to a confident performer reveals the power of confronting your deepest fears. Her story begins with a paradox many creative people understand – loving something so much that sharing it becomes terrifying.

"I had the worst stage fright," Maggie confesses, describing years of vocal lessons where she could ...

Stephen Scoggins shares his journey from homelessness to multimillion-dollar business success, revealing how personal alignment is the foundation for sustainable entrepreneurial growth. His concept of the "integrated entrepreneur mindset" challenges conventional wisdom about what makes businesses succeed or fail.

• Integration means becoming aligned with your authentic self and authentic purpose
• The five tr...