The Rich Somers Report

Rich Somers sits down with Adley Kinsman to break down how she went from bankruptcy to building a $10 million-per-year business through content and social media. Adley shares how she went from appearing on *The Voice* and signing away the commercial rights to her own name to eventually going all-in on video, producing up to 18 videos a day and generating billions of views across social media.

Adley explains what she’s learned from more than 76 billion views about capturing attention, keeping viewers watching, and turning content into an actual business. She and Rich dive into hooks, retention, why en...

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In this episode Rich Somers sits down with Dave Allred, founder of Axia Partners, to break down why he believes RV parks are one of the most attractive real estate opportunities right now. Dave explains how his team finds large destination RV parks, converts transient guests into seasonal renters, expands the number of sites, adds amenities, and uses seller financing to create stronger cash flow. They also discuss why Dave shifted his focus from multifamily, what makes a great RV park...

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Rich Somers sits down with Dr. Stephen Cabral to talk about how to optimize your health, uncover the root causes behind low energy and hormone imbalances, and take a more personalized approach to longevity. Dr. Cabral breaks down the importance of regular blood work and functional lab testing, why testosterone can decline earlier than expected, and how factors like sleep, stress, inflammation, nutrient deficiencies, gut health, and environmental toxicities can affect the way you feel and perform.

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Rich sits down with Rocky Zapata, an entrepreneur who went from having negative $67 in his bank account to building businesses that generate more than $6 million per year. Rocky reveals how he identified an overlooked need for bilingual safety training, turned it into a thriving consulting company with 31 employees, and built a recognizable brand almost entirely through relationships and word of mouth.

Rocky also breaks down the discipline required to overcome failure, the importance of finding a busi...

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In today’s episode Rich sits down with Jed Snyder, a former nuclear power plant engineer and options trader who made the unexpected decision to purchase the hockey team he once played for. Jed shares how a casual conversation turned into buying the team just three weeks later, why he eventually purchased its arena, and how he transformed a traditionally unprofitable ice rink into a growing community-driven business.

They break down the economics of owning a ho...

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Rich Somers sits down with Barry Hartman to talk about how he went from working as a broke janitor and pursuing a professional snowboarding career to building a junk-removal company generating more than $7 million a year. Barry shares how he started with a single pickup truck, the business fundamentals he learned along the way, and why junk removal can become an incredibly profitable home-services business when supported by strong marketing, systems and the right team.

They break down residential...

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Rich Somers sits down with Kim Rogers to talk about her personal battle with chronic illness, parasites, mould and Lyme disease, and how nearly losing her life inspired her to become known online as the “Worm Queen.” Kim explains the different ways people may be exposed to parasites through food, water and travel, while sharing her perspective on cleansing, gut health, testing and becoming a better advocate for your own health.

They also explore how Kim turned h...

Rich talks with Sujay Mehta, an experienced hotel investor who has built a portfolio approaching $200M across branded properties and independent boutique hotels. Sujay shares the decisions, systems, and operational strategies that helped him expand into multiple markets from the ground up.

They unpack how branded hotels compare with boutique concepts, what hotel owners are really paying for through franchise agreements, and why property value is driven more by growing net operating income than nearby sales. Sujay reveals how overlooked revenue streams—including pet charges, resort-style fees, stronger pricing systems, and tighter management—can add millions to a ho...

Rich and guest Tony Stephan unpack how building a portfolio to 377 units entirely self-funded completely changes the playbook for real estate investors. They examine the major dividing line between residential properties, which remain tethered to traditional home valuations, and true commercial assets of five units or more that operate strictly on Net Operating Income.

Tony shares the mechanics behind his growth model, covering how to manufacture equity, recycle cash through the BRRRR method, and snowball a single property into multiple acquisitions without outside investors. They also break down why buyers often overcomplicate deals, explaining how to streamline...

In this episode Rich sits down With Pace Morby to talk about how he built a real estate portfolio worth roughly $500 million using strategies such as subject-to deals, seller financing, and creative finance. Pace breaks down how he finds opportunities through agents, targets properties that have been sitting on the market, structures deals around existing mortgages, and uses seller financing to acquire everything from single-family homes to RV parks and large multifamily properties.

Pace also shares how he builds companies by hiring experienced leaders, offering phantom equity and profit sharing, and creating teams that can operate without...

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Rich sits down with Michael Smoak, entrepreneur, content creator, and host of the Higher Up Podcast, for a powerful conversation about resilience, consistency, and building an extraordinary life. M...

Rich sits down with Arian Nazari, better known as the "Smog King," to uncover how he turned one of California's most overlooked industries into a thriving business with 17 smog check locations. Arian breaks down how the smog check industry works, why it's a recession-resistant business, and the opportunities hiding in plain sight for entrepreneurs willing to master an unglamorous niche. He also shares how staying laser-focused on one business instead of chasing every new opportunity has been a key driver of his success.

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Rich sits down with Patrick Henson, CEO and founder of Henson Services, for one of the most honest and eye-opening conversations yet. Patrick opens up about building a thriving towing, trucking, and service business while battling personal demons behind the scenes. From scaling a company in one of the toughest industries to confronting the mental and emotional challenges that nearly cost him everything, he shares the raw lessons that completely changed the way he approaches life, leadership, and business.

Patrick also reveals his transformative experience with ibogaine therapy, discussing how it helped him overcome destructive patterns, sharpen...

Rich sits down with Jay Roberts, CEO of Prosper Group, a Miami-based developer currently overseeing more than $3 billion in active real estate projects. Jay breaks down how high-end waterfront condo development really works, walking through the process from acquiring land all the way to selling out the building.

They talk about why billionaires, founders, and major tech players are leaving California and relocating to South Florida, how Jay analyzes a $345 million project to target a 30% profit margin, and how pre-sale deposits allow developers to use buyer capital to help fund construction. They also get into why waterfront...

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Rich Somers sits down with Ismael Valdez to talk about building, scaling, and exiting home service companies at a massive level. After a $20M exit, a $100M exit, and now building another company valued well into the nine figures, Ismael breaks d...

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In this episode, Rich sits down with Nico Molino to break down how high-income earners can use short-term rentals to dramatically reduce taxes while still building long-term wealth. Nico explains why Airbnb investing can outperform traditional real estate when done correctly, how bonus depreciation and cost segregation create massive tax savings, and the key differences between buying a property for tax benefits versus buying a property that is actually a great investment.

The conversation also covers how Nico's team has analyzed hundreds o...

In this special yacht workshop Rich breaks down how to scale your business without becoming the bottleneck. He explains why so many entrepreneurs stay trapped in their inbox, stuck in constant meetings, and buried in small tasks that keep them away from the highest-value work only they can do. Rich walks through how to audit your time, identify the work that actually moves the business forward, and start removing yourself from repetitive admin, follow-ups, invoices, permitting, scheduling, and day-to-day communication.

He also shares practical ways to protect your calendar, batch communication, build simple systems, document processes with...

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Private jets aren’t just for billionaires—they’re for anyone who knows how to play the game.

In this episode, Rich sits down with private jet captain and aviation broker Captain Curt Marker to unpack what it really costs to own, charter, and operate a private jet. From $3M pre-owned Gulfstreams to $100M G700s, fuel costs, maintenance nightmares, and the wild tax benefits that come with bonus depreciation—this episode takes you inside the cockpit of the aviation business.

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From pro athlete to solar industry leader, Mana Kobe is playing a different kind of game now and he is just getting started. On this episode of the Podcast, recorded live at the Yacht Workshop in San Diego, Mana breaks down his journey from playing basketball overseas to building one of the top solar organizations in the country. He gets...

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From sleeping in a car to running a $60M brand in just two years—Alejandro Vela’s story doesn’t even sound real.

In this episode, Rich sits down with Alejandro (El Barbas Hats) to break down how he went from failed restaurants, tow trucks, and street food hustles to building one of the fastest-scaling hat brands in the world. From selling at swap meets to collabs with Mexico’s biggest artists and $1.3M drops in minutes—this is the blueprint...

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Rich Somers sits down with Phil Vella, CEO of Vita Bella Health, to talk about the future of health, hormones, peptides, GLP-1s, and the massive shift happening in human performance. Phil breaks down why testosterone can be the foundation for men’s health, how peptides and NAD+ are being used for energy, recovery, and longevity, and why weight-loss drugs like sem...

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In this episode Rich Somers sits down with Rich Torres to discuss how business owners and real estate investors can use credit as a tool to access capital, build leverage, and create more financial flexibility. Rich breaks down why he believes people should stop relying on debit cards and cash, how credit card points can turn everyday spending into travel rewards, and how strong credit profiles can open the door to $100K, $200K, or even $300K in 0% interest business funding.

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Rich sits down with Brian Luebben, founder of The Action Academy, to break down how everyday people can buy their freedom through small business acquisition and real estate investing. From leaving corporate America to building multiple seven-figure businesses, Brian shares the mindset shifts, income strategies, and frameworks that helped him replace his paycheck and live life completely on his own terms.

They cover:

Why 9–5 jobs keep high performers trapped—and how to escape
The “Freedom Framework” every entrepreneur needs to scale su...

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In this episode Rich Somers sits down with Tony Bova to discuss why so many modern men feel disrespected in their relationships, homes, and dating lives — and what it actually takes to earn respect back. Tony shares his perspective on masculinity, leadership, emotional strength, boundaries, and why men often feel more capable in business than th...

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Most side hustles fade fast. A few turn into real businesses.

Rich Somers sits down with Nick Fowler to break down how he went from $0 to $50K per month using TikTok Shop, and why this model may be one of the most overlooked opportunities heading into 2026. Instead of chasing virality, Nick explains the systems, discipline, and repetition required to make TikTok Shop work consistently—not just once.

The conversation dives into what actually drives conversions on the platform, why most peo...

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Rich sits down with Jeremiah Boucher to talk about... building durable wealth through commercial real estate, flex industrial, mobile home communities, and self-storage. Jeremiah, founder and CEO of Patriot Holdings, breaks down why location, demographics, cash flow, and downside protection matter more than ever in today’s market—and why chasing aggressive value-add projections without enough margin...

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Rich Somers sits down with Peter Roth to discuss how home service businesses can generate more leads, book more appointments, and scale without relying solely on expensive lead aggregators or outside marketing agencies. Peter breaks down why cold calling still works, what most companies get wrong about outbound sales, and how the right script, data, training, and follow-up system can turn a call center into a powerful growth engine.

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A massive demographic shift is already underway—and most investors aren’t paying attention. Rich Somers sits down with Boris and Amanda Palomino to break down why residential assisted living is quickly becoming one of the most compelling and recession-resistant real estate asset classes in the country. With millions of baby boomers entering the age of care and a nationwide shortage of beds, demand is accelerating while supply struggles to keep...

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In this episode Rich sits down with Jason Wojo to talk about marketing, AI, funnels, paid ads, and what it really takes to scale a business in today’s online economy. Jason breaks down the risks of giving AI tools too much access, why entrepreneurs need to protect their time, how to validate offers with organic and paid traffic, and what business owners should know about Meta’s changing ad billing policies.

Rich and Jason also dive into the impo...

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Rich sits down with Corrina Carter, a powerhouse entrepreneur behind one of the top mortgage brokerages in the country, to unpack her journey from becoming a young mother before 16 to building and scaling a major lending business. Corrina shares how her early life shaped her leadership, resilience, and ability to manage people, responsibility, and pressure long before she ever stepped into entrepreneurship.

In this episode, Rich and Corrina dive into scaling in a tough rate environment, building systems that remove chaos, hiring the...

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Today Rich Somers sit's down wit Trish Scelfo to unpack the world of franchising, business ownership, and how entrepreneurs can find the right opportunity based on their personality, strengths, capital, and long-term goals. 

Trish breaks down the difference between buying an existing business and investing in a franchise, why service-based businesses can be powerful cash-flow plays, and how to avoid common mistakes like underfunding marketing or choosing a brand that does not truly fit your skill set. 

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Former San Diego Chargers linebacker Larry English joins Rich Somers for a powerful conversation on what it really takes to perform at your highest level—on the field, in business, and in life. From NFL locker room lessons to building a human performance company for high-achieving men, Larry breaks down why energy, clarity, hormones, nutrition, and discipline are the real cheat codes for success.

This episode goes deep into testosterone, bloodwork, longevity, mental sharpness, and the routines that help entrepreneurs stop feeling drained an...

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Rich Somers sits down with Brad Lea to break down why boutique hotels could become the next massive wealth play as Airbnb regulations tighten across the country. From building an 8-figure real estate portfolio after starting at 33 years old to using AI, influencers, and branding to transform rundown beachfront motels into luxury cash-flowing assets, Rich explains exactly how he’s building Summers Capital into a billion-dollar company.

This episode dives into real estate investing, personal branding, private equity, AI automation, and the mi...

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In this episode, Rich sits down with Kassidy Warren to drop the 15 hard-earned rules that helped him escape the system, build real wealth, and design a life completely on his own terms. 

From cutting dead weight and rewiring his mindset to going all-in on boutique hotels, Rich breaks down how he turned frustration into freedom—and why clarity and conviction matter more than any spreadsheet.

They dive into:

The difference between “thinking” about success and living it
The #1 habit t...

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Rich sits down with William Oboyle for a powerful conversation on addiction, healing, cannabis, spirituality, and what it really means to rebuild the human body from the inside out. 

William shares his journey from 15 years of opiate addiction and homelessness to building Meta L...

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Rich Somers sits down with Todd Robinson, a multifamily investor managing over $100M in assets, to break down what it really takes to build wealth in real estate. They dive into the three paths to getting started—hustle, expertise, or capital—and why, if you don’t have the first two, relentless effort becomes your biggest advantage. Todd shares how he scaled from small beginnings in 2018 while running a law practice, turning real estate into a vehicle for long-term, generational wealth.The conversation goes deeper into t...

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Rich speaks with Cole Da Silva — a self-made entrepreneur who went from addiction, debt, and rock bottom to generating over $47M in online sales alongside his business partner, building one of the most well-known online coaching businesses in the space.They dive into personal responsibility, discipline, and what it actually takes to win in the online business world, along with the mindset shifts required to break old patterns, take control of your life, and build something meaningful that compounds over ti...

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Rich sits down live from one of their boutique properties in the Little Italy neighborhood of San Diego with Alex Johnson and Lauren Turpie from Somers Capital. They break down the shift away from large, traditional hotels toward “vibe-driven” boutique stays people actually want to share, and why that demand is accelerating as Airbnb loses its edge.

They also go inside Somers Capital’s strategy as they acquire two more hotels along the California coast, bringing their total to eig...

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From broke in his 20s to retiring his parents and buying a boutique hotel—this is how you build generational wealth from the ground up.In this episode, Rich sits down with real estate investor and entrepreneur Blake Rocha, who’s built a $40M portfolio before turning 26. Blake opens up about growing up middle-class, moving back in with his parents to stack cash, and how he used Airbnb arbitrage, discipline, and relentless focus to buy his freedom.

They cove...

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From broke in his 20s to retiring his parents and buying a boutique hotel—this is how you build generational wealth from the ground up.In this episode, Rich sits down with real estate investor and entrepreneur Blake Rocha, who’s built a $40M portfolio before turning 26. Blake opens up about growing up middle-class, moving back in with his parents to stack cash, and how he used Airbnb arbitrage, discipline, and relentless focus to buy his freedom.

They cover:

Ho...