The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing For Entrepreneurs

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Welcome to The A Game Podcast, so much more than a self help hour and Real Estate Investing For Entrepreneurs. Discussing what makes people excel in life, music, business, real estate investing for entrepreneurs to live the life they want and chase their dreams. From MMA and UFC fighters, comedians, actors, astronauts and investors who flip residential real estate or have massive passive income through commercial real estate or wholesaling this is the Podcast for you. Discover the mindset and daily habits of some of the most successful people out there as they share their secrets to success and no matter what they do, they ALWAYS bring their A Game!!

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June 15, 202659 min

From Rock Star to Black Belt: Discipline, People Skills & the Principles of Success | John Keefe of Boys Like Girls

In this episode of The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing For Entrepreneurs, host Nick Lamagna sits down with John "Beef" Keefe, drummer for the multi-platinum rock band Boys Like Girls, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt under Shawn Williams, coach, entrepreneur, and performer. From touring the world on sold-out stages to overcoming serious injuries and earning a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, John shares the mindset, discipline, and habits that create long term success in any field. John breaks down the lessons he's learned from over 20 years in the music industry, how Jiu Jitsu transformed his approach to life, business, and relationships, and why consistency beats motivation every time. Whether you're an entrepreneur, athlete, business owner, musician, or someone looking to level up personally and professionally, this conversation is packed with actionable insights. You'll learn how to stay calm under pressure, develop elite habits, improve leadership skills, manage ego, build strong partnerships, overcome setbacks, and create a life centered around growth and purpose. In this episode, we cover: ✅ How consistency beats motivation - and why the best performers show up even when they don't feel like it ✅ Pressure management - the self-talk, breathing routines, and mental frameworks that help you perform under bright lights (or in front of thousands of fans) ✅ Why musicians make great grapplers - the surprising connection between drumming with four limbs and flowing in jiu-jitsu ✅ Recovering from a broken neck - how Beef went from being told he'd never train again to earning his black belt ✅ The ego trap - why the best coaches (and bandmates) say "I don't know" and why that builds more trust than faking it ✅ Band dynamics as a business - how to maintain 20-year partnerships, navigate hierarchy, and handle conflict without blowing up what you've built ✅ Smelling the roses - how to stay present and grateful when the grind makes it easy to miss the moment Connect with John: John Keefe on Instagram John Keefe on Twitter John Keefe on TikTok John Keefe on Threads Connect with Boys Like Girls: www.boyslikegirls.com Boys Like Girls on Instagram Boys Like Girls on Facebook Boys Like Girls on YouTube Boys Like Girls on TikTok Boys Like Girls on Threads Boys Like Girls on Spotify Boys Like Girls on Apple Music Connect with Renzo Gracie Nashville: www.renzogracienashville.com Renzo Gracie Nashville on Instagram Renzo Gracie Nashville on Facebook --- Connect with Nick Lamagna www.nicknicknick.com Text Nick (516)540-5733 Connect on ALL Social Media and Podcast Platforms Here FREE Checklist on how to bring more value to your buyers

June 8, 202652 min

The Secret to Staying Dangerous as You Get Older | Karel "Silver Fox" Pravec

What if the most dangerous person in the room looked nothing like what you expected - and had lessons for your business, your discipline, and your life that no MBA could teach you? Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing For Entrepreneurs for one of the most inspiring and eye-opening conversations we've had - Karel "Silver Fox" Pravec, 5th degree black belt under Renzo Gracie, author, app creator, and one of the most respected teachers in the global Brazilian jiu-jitsu community. This isn't just a jiu-jitsu episode - it's a masterclass on longevity, leadership, discipline, and what it really takes to build something that lasts, whether that's a martial arts school, a business, or a legacy. Whether you're a competitor, a school owner, an entrepreneur, or just someone trying to show up every single day and get 1% better - this conversation will change the way you think about consistency, ego, and what it means to truly master something. Karel built his game not on athleticism or natural talent, but on technique, adaptability, and showing up - training alongside legends like John Danaher, Matt Serra, and Ricardo Almeida out of Renzo Gracie's blue basement, and going on to teach students on every continent in the world. Now he's sharing the exact mindset that keeps him rolling - and winning - decades later. While most people are looking for shortcuts, Silver Fox breaks down the real game: ✅ Why discipline - not talent - is the only thing that separates good from great, on the mat and in business ✅ How to train smarter as you age so you can stay on the mat (and in the game) for decades ✅ The biggest mistake passion-based business owners make when they open a school - and why most don't survive the shakeout ✅ Why ego doesn't get eliminated in jiu-jitsu - it gets managed, and what that means for leadership ✅ What 99 straight days of training during the pandemic taught him about accountability and keeping your word to yourself ✅ How he built a global student base through YouTube, a BJJ app, and weekly live sessions - and why the live connection is everything + more Connect with Karel "Silver Fox" Pravec and the Academy: silverfoxbjj.com Silver Fox on Instagram Silver Fox on Facebook Silver Fox on YouTube Silver Fox on Twitter Download Silver Fox BJJ app: Silver Fox BJJ on Apple AppStore Silver Fox BJJ on Google Play --- Connect with Nick Lamagna www.nicknicknick.com Text Nick (516)540-5733 Connect on ALL Social Media and Podcast Platforms Here FREE Checklist on how to bring more value to your buyers

June 1, 202650 min

An $800 Side Hustle Into A Multi-Million Dollar Exit: The Story Nobody Saw Coming | Shamus McNutt

What if you could build, scale, and sell a business for life-changing money - and then help other founders do the same? Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing For Entrepreneurs for one of the most entertaining and educational conversations we've had in a long time - Shamus McNutt, engineer turned entrepreneur, exit strategist, and founder of Volare AI, an advisory firm helping business owners scale smarter, grow profits, and exit for maximum value. This isn't just another founder story - it's a masterclass on what it really takes to build something from $800 and sell it for 10 figures, and what most entrepreneurs get completely wrong when it's time to walk away from the table. Whether you're just starting out, deep in the grind, or already thinking about your exit, the insights in this episode will change the way you look at building and selling a business forever. Shamus went from mechanical engineering grad at the Colorado School of Mines to co-founding Belong Designs and FlowState Branding, scaling to $5M in annual revenue fully bootstrapped, nearly losing it all, pivoting through COVID to their first 7-figure month, and ultimately selling for a life-changing exit. Now he's dedicated to making sure other founders don't have to go through that process alone. While most founders are building without an exit plan, Shamus breaks down the real game: ✅ Why most entrepreneurs don't even know they can sell their business - and how to start thinking like a buyer right now ✅ How to avoid the sharks in the M&A world and protect yourself from predatory buyers ✅ Why you need to prepare your business for an exit 2-3 years BEFORE you go to market ✅ What really happens emotionally the day the money hits your account - and why the Ferrari won't fix it ✅ How to build a business with your best friends, have the tough conversations, and still keep the friendship + more Connect with Shamus: Shamus McNutt on Instagram Shamus McNutt on LinkedIn Connect with Volare AI: volare.ai Volare AI on LinkedIn --- Connect with Nick Lamagna www.nicknicknick.com Text Nick (516)540-5733 Connect on ALL Social Media and Podcast Platforms Here FREE Checklist on how to bring more value to your buyers

May 18, 202644 min

Short Sales Are Back: The Forgotten Real Estate Strategy Most Investors Miss | David Randolph

What if everything you thought you knew about short sales was dead wrong? Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing For Entrepreneurs for a masterclass with one of the most knowledgeable and exciting guests we've had on the show - David Randolph, a real estate investor, educator, and hard money lender who has spent over 15 years cracking the code on one of the most misunderstood strategies in real estate - short sales. This isn't just a conversation about buying houses - it's a deep dive into how to find hidden deals, negotiate directly with banks, and build real wealth in any market. Whether you're a brand new investor, an experienced rehabber, or someone looking to put your retirement account to work, the strategies in this episode will change the way you look at distressed real estate forever. He is the founder of Short Sale Prophets, a coaching program helping investors across the country build wealth using his three core principles - Procedures, Profits, and People. He retired at 42 from a successful corporate career, homeschooled his kids, and after one three-day seminar made a decision that changed everything! You will want to hear his incredible story of how he went from chemical engineering to cracking the short sale code and building a fortune one deal at a time! While most investors are chasing deals on the MLS, David shares rare insight into: ✅ Why the most common definition of a short sale is completely wrong ✅ How to find motivated sellers using FREE public records - no paid lists needed ✅ Why banks are in desperation mode RIGHT NOW and accepting massive discounts ✅ How to stop a foreclosure and take control of the timeline ✅ The truth about deficiency judgments and the tax trap most investors ignore ✅ How to use your IRA or retirement account to become the lender and earn strong returns + more See the show notes to connect with all things David Randolph! Connect with David: thedavidrandolph.com David Randolph on LinkedIn David Randolph on Facebook David Randolph on Instagram Connect with Short Sale Prophets: thedavidrandolph.com/short-sale-prophets/ Text INTRO to 636-685-2990 for David's FREE monthly 2-hour live Zoom short sale workshop --- Connect with Nick Lamagna www.nicknicknick.com Text Nick (516)540-5733 Connect on ALL Social Media and Podcast Platforms Here FREE Checklist on how to bring more value to your buyers

May 11, 202640 min

Former Pro Hockey Player Reveals How Real Estate Investors Can Buy Back Their Time | Bob Lachance Round 2

Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing For Entrepreneurs for a RETURN appearance with one of the most well-connected and battle-tested guests in the real estate space - Bob Lachance, a former professional hockey player turned full-time real estate investor who has closed over 800 deals and built Reva Global, a world class virtual assistant company now supporting over 600 VAs helping investors and entrepreneurs across the country delegate, systematize, and finally get their time back. This isn't just a conversation about real estate - it's a deep dive into how to adapt when the market shifts, how to stop being the bottleneck in your own business, and how to build a team that performs while you focus on what matters most. He is the founder of Reva Global, a premier virtual staffing company born out of a real need inside his own real estate business, now one of the most trusted VA companies in the industry. You can find him at RevaGlobal.com! You will want to hear his incredible story of going from door knocking and short sales to building a global team and staying ahead of every market shift for over two decades! While most people are still figuring out how to compete, Bob shares rare insight into: ✅ What novation contracts are and why they are one of the smartest exit strategies in 2026 ✅ Why Filipino VAs with four year college degrees outperform US minimum wage hires ✅ How to use AI tools without getting burned by bad or unverified data ✅ Why masterminds and paid education are separating long term investors from those burning out ✅ The mindset shift from solopreneur to scalable team + more See the show notes to connect with all things Bob Lachance! Connect with Bob: Bob Lachance on LinkedIn Bob Lachance on Facebook Bob Lachance on Instagram Connect with Reva Global: www.revaglobal.com/ Reva Global on Instagram Reva Global on Facebook Reva Global on LinkedIn Reva Global on YouTube Reva Global on TikTok --- Connect with Nick Lamagna www.nicknicknick.com Text Nick (516)540-5733 Connect on ALL Social Media and Podcast Platforms Here FREE Checklist on how to bring more value to your buyers

May 5, 202657 min

Secret Service Agent: Rare Insight on Panic vs Performance | Joe Scargill Part 2

What really happens when everything is on the line? With security, public safety, and real-world threats dominating headlines right now, including the shooting at the white house correspondence dinner where you saw Dana White and others, this episode couldn't be more relevant. Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing For Entrepreneurs for a RETURN appearance with one of the most unique and fascinating guests we've ever had on the show - Joe Scargill, an active U.S. Secret Service agent, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt, and leader responsible for protecting high-level targets in some of the most high-pressure environments in the world. This isn't just a conversation about law enforcement—it's a deep dive into how to stay calm, think clearly, and execute when everything is at stake. Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, athlete, or someone looking to perform at a higher level, the lessons in this episode will change how you approach pressure, risk, and decision-making. He is the man behind Academy Safe, a nonprofit organization dedicated to certifying martial arts schools with background checks, safety protocols and standards that protect students, kids and families training in gyms across the country. You can find him at A Force BJJ in Ponte Vedre, FL! You will want to hear his incredible story of what it really takes to operate at the highest level under the highest pressure every single day! While most people only see what happens on the surface, Joe shares rare insight into: ✅ How the Secret Service actually handles real-world threats ✅ How Jiu Jitsu trains your brain to make better decisions under pressure ✅ The honest truth about TRT, peptides and BPC-157 for aging athletes ✅ Why cooking at home may be the most underrated health hack you're ignoring ✅ How agents make split-second decisions under extreme pressure + more See the show notes to connect with all things Joe Scargill! Connect with Joe: Joe Scargill on Facebook Joe Scargill on Instagram Joe Scargill on Threads Joe Scargill on LinkedIn Connect with Academy Safe: academysafe.org Academy Safe on Facebook Academy Safe on Instagram Academy Safe on Youtube Academy Safe on TikTok Connect with A Force BJJ: A Force BJJ A Force BJJ on Instagram A Force BJJ on Facebook --- Connect with Nick Lamagna www.nicknicknick.com Text Nick (516)540-5733 Connect on ALL Social Media and Podcast Platforms Here FREE Checklist on how to bring more value to your buyers

April 27, 202649 min

Why High Performers Self-Sabotage (And the Advantage It Creates) | Mike Ochsner

Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing for Entrepreneurs with our guest Mike Ochsner, also known as "Ox" - former MMA fighter from the days when it was still called NHB, elite firearms trainer for Special Forces, three-time bestselling author, competitive shooter, and high-level real estate investor who once owned the original domain iBuyHouses.com! After 15 concussions left him with vertigo, chronic pain, focus issues and sleep problems that traditional medicine couldn't fix, Mike went deep into applied neuroscience and discovered that simple vision and balance drills could do in 20 minutes what months of rehab couldn't. After a decade working with over a thousand high performers, he developed the Vision Training Method and has been helping athletes, veterans, entrepreneurs and real estate investors eliminate brain fog, crush self-sabotage and perform at their peak ever since. He is the author of the bestselling book Unleash ADHD as Your $6 Million Superpower and creator of the free Peak Brain Reboot Workshop, and he is here to show you how to make your brain work for you - not against you. Whether you're an investor, entrepreneur, or athlete, this episode is packed with powerful insights on: ✅ Why smart people make terrible decisions under stress and how to fix it fast ✅ A simple breathing technique that resets your nervous system in under 60 seconds ✅ Why ADHD is actually a superpower in sales and entrepreneurship ✅ The foods silently destroying your focus and decision making every day ✅ How to stop self-sabotage before it costs you the win + more A must listen episode you will not want to miss! Connect with Mike: Mike Ox Ochsner on Instagram Mike Ox Ochsner on Facebook Mike Ox Ochsner on Linkedin Improve your brain in minutes with Vision Training: www.visiontraining.com Free Peak Brain Reboot workshop: www.peakbrainreboot.com Get your copy of "Unleash ADHD As Your $6 Million Superpower" book: www.adhdadvantage.com -- Connect with Nick Lamagna www.nicknicknick.com Text Nick (516) 540-5733 Connect on ALL Social Media and Podcast Platforms Here FREE Checklist on how to bring more value to your buyers

April 20, 202640 min

Someone Can Take Your House — And It Can Cost You Everything | George McCleary

Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing for Entrepreneurs with our guest George McCleary, a real estate investor, broker, developer, entrepreneur, and viral internet sensation based out of the Portland area who has been in the game for over two decades! He is the man behind the massively viral video "I Stole A House" which exploded across the internet and caught the attention of some of the biggest names and platforms in media including Joe Rogan, Dr. Phil, and Bigger Pockets, making him one of the most recognized voices in the country on the topics of squatters, title fraud, and deed theft. This seasoned real estate veteran has done it all - from buy and holds, rehabs, BRRRRs, flips, multifamily and high rise commercial deals of all shapes and sizes - and runs McCleary Realty and Development out of the Pacific Northwest. He turned his viral moment into a mission, launching Squatter Defender and Title Fraud Defender to help landlords, investors, and homeowners protect what is theirs before it is too late. Whether you are a first time investor or a seasoned landlord with a full portfolio, this episode delivers powerful and practical insights on: ✅ How squatters legally exploit landlord tenant law in every state ✅ What you should NEVER do when you discover a squatter in your property ✅ Proven prevention strategies to keep squatters out before they get in ✅ Creative and legal methods people have used to remove squatters ✅ What title fraud and deed theft are and why most investors have never heard of them ✅ How to monitor your title so equity theft gets caught before it becomes a nightmare + more Incredible conversation packed with lessons on real estate investing, asset protection, landlord strategy, and how to protect the wealth you have worked so hard to build that you will not want to miss! Connect with George: www.mcclearyrealty.com George McCleary on Instagram George McCleary on Facebook George McCleary on Linkedin George McCleary on TikTok George McCleary on Twitter George McCleary on YouTube Connect with Squatter Defender: www.squatterdefender.com Connect with Squatter Defender: www.titlefrauddefender.com Title Fraud Defender on Instagram Title Fraud Defender on Facebook -- Connect with Nick Lamagna www.nicknicknick.com Text Nick (516) 540-5733 Connect on ALL Social Media and Podcast Platforms Here FREE Checklist on how to bring more value to your buyers

April 13, 20261 hr 20 min

The One Skill That Opens Every Door In Business, Life & Jiu Jitsu | Dr. Arman Fathi

Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing for Entrepreneurs with our guest Dr. Arman Fathi, a chiropractor, entrepreneur, classically trained pianist and one of the most socially accepted BJJ practitioners in the entire country! He is the first black belt under Idris Redzovic of the legendary Redzovic Brothers AND holds a black belt under the polarizing Eddie Bravo in the 10th Planet system, making him one of the rare few to hold elite rank across two of the most respected and opposing schools of thought in jiu jitsu. This almost-dentist earned his bachelor's, master's and doctorate in chiropractic and is one of the few people on the planet who can break you and put you back together in the same day. His hands humble people on the mats and heal people off them, and those same fingers can be found making beautiful music on the piano as he performs alongside Eddie Bravo's band Hook Thieves. He owned and sold a successful BJJ academy, and has built genuine bridges across BJJ schools, gyms and communities all over the country through his people first approach to life and business. He is a master of relationships, a student of longevity and a walking example of what it looks like to turn every passion into a profession without ever burning a bridge along the way. Whether you're an investor, entrepreneur, athlete, or simply someone hungry for inspiration, this episode delivers powerful insights on: ✅ How to get welcomed at any BJJ gym nationwide ✅ What's common between music theory and jiu jitsu ✅ Zone Technique chiropractic and why it changes everything ✅ Why people skills beat business skills every single time ✅ How belonging to a community changes your entire life + more Incredible conversation packed with lessons on business, health, martial arts and life you will not want to miss! Connect with Arman: Arman Fathi on Instagram Arman Fathi on Threads Connect with 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu: www.10thplanetjj.com/ 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu on Instagram 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu on Facebook 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu on Youtube 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu on Twitter Connect with 10th Planet Oceanside: www.10thplanetoceanside.com/ 10th Planet Oceanside on Instagram 10th Planet Oceanside on Facebook Connect with Hook Thieves: Hook Thieves on Instagram Hook Thieves on Youtube Hook Thieves on Spotify Hook Thieves on Apple Music Hook Thieves on Twitter -- Connect with Nick Lamagna www.nicknicknick.com Text Nick (516) 540-5733 Connect on ALL Social Media and Podcast Platforms Here FREE Checklist on how to bring more value to your buyers

April 6, 202648 min

How to Make Money with Probate Real Estate (Step-by-Step Guide) | Al Nicoletti

Unlock one of real estate investing's most overlooked goldmines - probate deals. In this episode of The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing for Entrepreneurs, Nick Lamagna sits down with Florida probate attorney and podcast powerhouse Al Nicoletti to break down exactly how probate investing works, why most investors avoid it (and why that's a huge mistake), and how you can start adding probate deals to your portfolio today. Al pulls back the curtain on the entire probate process - from filing paperwork and tracing family trees to quiet title lawsuits, tax deed sales, and multi-layered estates. Whether you're a beginner wholesaler or a seasoned fix-and-flip investor, this episode gives you a step-by-step roadmap to finding distressed probate properties with less competition and bigger spreads. In this episode you'll learn: ✅ What probate actually is and how long it really takes ✅ Where the real opportunity is for real estate investors in probate deals ✅ How to navigate messy estates, missing heirs, and multi-generational title issues ✅ When quiet title and partition lawsuits are the right move ✅ How tax deed sales connect to probate and title insurance ✅ What the Florida real estate market looks like right now and where distressed deals are heading Whether you're in Florida or investing nationwide, the probate niche is heating up - and Al Nicoletti is the attorney every serious investor needs to know. Connect with Al: www.alnicoletti.com Al Nicoletti on Instagram Al Nicoletti on Facebook Al Nicoletti on Linkedin Al Nicoletti on Youtube Connect with Law Offices of Al Nicoletti: Law Offices of Al Nicoletti on Facebook Law Offices of Al Nicoletti on Linkedin Connect with The Al Nicoletti Show podcast: www.alnicoletti.com/show The Al Nicoletti Show on Apple Podcasts The Al Nicoletti Show on Spotify The Al Nicoletti Show on Youtube -- Connect with Nick Lamagna www.nicknicknick.com Text Nick (516) 540-5733 Connect on ALL Social Media and Podcast Platforms Here FREE Checklist on how to bring more value to your buyers