The Winners Club Podcast

Hosted by Brian Tran

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May 2026

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Welcome to the Winners Club Podcast where we focus on business, highlight other sucessful entrepaneurs and provide you all the tools to become and absolute BOSS at business. This podcast was made to help as many young (and even older) individuals crush it in business and destroy any limiting beliefs in their life. My name is Brian Tran and I am the host of this podcast, joined by my co-host PJ Padua. Give us a 5 Star review and a follow as we soon will be the #1 business Podcast in the world! LETS GO!

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May 26, 202658 min

Airbnb is NOT dead. Here’s what nobody tells you ft Sean Rakidzich

What happens when you build 12 businesses, lose millions, hit rock bottom… and still keep going?In this episode of the Winners Club Podcast, Brian Tran sits down with Airbnb entrepreneur and educator Sean Rakidzich to talk about entrepreneurship, ADHD, Airbnb arbitrage, biohacking, peptides, losing $3 million day trading, burnout, faith, and rebuilding yourself from the ground up.Sean opens up about:• Building one of the biggest Airbnb education brands• Why Airbnb is still making money in 2026• The truth about boutique hotels vs Airbnb• Peptides, longevity, and biohacking• Losing everything emotionally after success• Finding purpose beyond money• ADHD, entrepreneurship, and obsession• Why modern entrepreneurs are getting soft• The mindset needed to actually win long termThis episode goes way deeper than business.

May 14, 202648 min

He Made $75M Publishing Books - Here's the Business Model Nobody Talks About ft Chandler Bolt

Chandler Bolt (CEO of SelfPublishing.com) breaks down exactly how he did it, why your business needs a book, and the real reason most entrepreneurs stay stuck at 7 figures.In this episode we cover:- Why traditional publishers are the "taxi industry" of books- How Chandler sold his first product BEFORE he built it (and made $86K)- The 5 P's of the 8-Figure Profit Bridge- Why AI is about to eliminate your entire management layer- The #1 mistake entrepreneurs make when hiring- How a book can raise capital, get clients, and make you the category kingChandler Bolt: www.instagram.com/realchandlerbolt/⏱️ Timestamps:0:00 – Intro1:00 – How a C-student dropout built a $75M company3:05 – Why traditional publishers are dying5:29 – The real business model behind selfpublishing.com9:04 – How to actually get people to read your book12:24 – Shiny object syndrome & why focus is an acronym19:02 – AI is eliminating management layers21:59 – How Chandler got his first 44 customers25:14 – Scaling a speaking team to $6-8M/year31:00 – What it actually takes to go from 7 to 8 figures38:44 – Why you should hire your weaknesses, not fix them43:47 – Raising your "yes bar" as you scale

May 12, 202631 min

From Doubt to Deals: The Mindset Shift That Changed Everything Ft Alex Kim

Most people don’t fail in real estate because they lack opportunity… they fail because of how they think.In this episode of the Winners Club Podcast, we sit down with Alex and break down the real mindset shift that took him from second-guessing himself, avoiding calls, and dealing with rejection… to actually closing deals and building confidence in the game.We talk about:Getting judged early on for making “dumb” movesWhy cold calling feels so hard (and how to reframe it)The moment everything clicked after his first real dealHow failure actually becomes your biggest advantageAnd why not everyone needs your help — but the right people doIf you’ve been overthinking, hesitating, or feeling stuck… this episode will snap you out of it.Because at the end of the day — it’s not about knowing more.It’s about becoming someone who actually executes.

May 5, 202621 min

The Making of a Winner: Brian Tran’s Real Estate Journey

In this episode of Winners Club, I sit down with Brian Tran to break down the real story behind his rise in real estate.No highlight reel. No shortcuts.We go deep into how Brian got started as a realtor, the early struggles nobody talks about, and the moments where most people would’ve quit—but he didn’t.This isn’t just about real estate.It’s about what it actually takes to win.If you’ve ever felt stuck, doubted yourself, or wondered if you’re cut out for more… this episode will hit.What we cover:How Brian got into real estate with no clear pathThe adversity that almost took him out early onThe mindset shifts that changed everythingWhat separates winners from everyone elseThis is the kind of conversation that can change how you see your own path.Because winners aren’t born… they’re built.

April 14, 202615 min

How the Flip to Riches Brand Started & Seeing The Growth

In this episode of Winners Club, Brian breaks down how the Flip to Riches brand really started, where the vision came from, and what it took to grow it into what it is today. From the early days of figuring it out to building momentum, creating offers, helping students get results, and seeing the brand evolve, this episode is all about the real journey behind the growth. If you’ve ever wanted to see what it actually looks like to build something from the ground up, this one’s for you.

March 17, 202622 min

Your Money Reflects Your Standards

Most people think making more money is about luck, strategy, or timing.But the truth is… your income is a reflection of your standards.In this episode of the Winners Club Podcast, we break down why the people who win in business, real estate, and life operate at a completely different level of expectation.Your standards determine:the opportunities you pursuethe people you surround yourself withthe deals you acceptand ultimately the income you produce.If you want different results, you don’t start by chasing more tactics.You start by raising the standard.Because at the end of the day… your bank account mirrors the standard you live by.

March 10, 202631 min

The A-Player Standard

In this episode of the Winners Club Podcast, Brian Tran breaks down the difference between A-Players, B-Players, and C-Players — and why the people you surround yourself with will determine the level of success you reach.From business partners and team members to friends and environments, we dive into how winners think, operate, and hold themselves to a higher standard.If you want to build a winning team — and become an A-Player yourself — this episode is for you.

February 12, 202650 min

How To Scale Wholesaling To 8 Figures

In this episode, Brian sits down with Cody Hofhine, founder of Joe Homebuyer, to break down how to scale wholesaling from a one person hustle into a real business.Cody shares his journey from struggling to pay bills to landing his first deal, building a seven figure operation, coaching thousands of investors, and growing a national franchise network. They talk about what actually drives growth, the team structure needed to scale, how to hire A players, marketing vs sales, and why systems and leadership are the key to buying back your time.If you’re wholesaling, flipping, or trying to grow without burning out, this episode is for you.

February 2, 20261 hr 30 min

From Zero to Millions & AI Takeover with Real Estate ft Robert Wensley

In this episode, we sit down with Robert Wensley to break down what it really takes to go from zero to millions in real estate — and how AI is changing the game faster than most investors realize.We talk real strategy, not theory. From building systems, leveraging capital, and scaling deals, to how AI is already being used to find opportunities, streamline operations, and create unfair advantages in today’s market.If you’re an investor, realtor, or entrepreneur trying to stay ahead of the curve, this episode will open your eyes to where real estate is heading — and how to position yourself on the winning side.This isn’t hype.This is how real operators think, move, and win.

January 6, 202646 min

How the COO of a 7-Figure Company Actually Runs It ft Javier Chavez

Javier Chavez breaks down how a real COO actually runs a 7-figure company. From fixing systems and tracking KPIs to hiring, firing, and having the tough conversations most leaders avoid, this episode shows what really holds a company together when growth gets messy.