Real Talk with Leigh Brown
Real Talk with Leigh Brown

Real Talk with Leigh Brown

Leigh Brown

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Real Talk with Leigh Brown 🎙️ Formerly Crazy Sh*t in Real Estate Shatter the HGTV-induced veneer of real estate! On Real Talk with Leigh Brown, nothing's off-limits. Whether it's the real estate roller coaster, housing policies that make no sense, or the unpredictable chaos of working with people, Leigh brings bold stories, smart perspective, and a whole lotta sass. It's the truth behind the transactions, from deals that go sideways to the moments that remind you why this work matters. If you've ever felt like no one's saying what really goes down in real estate... you just found your people. Pull up a chair. You're in good company now. Never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com DM Leigh Brown on Instagram: @leighthomasbrown DM Leigh Brown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LeighBrownSpeaker/ DM Leigh Brown on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighthomasbrown/

Recent Episodes

The REALTOR® Who Refused to Quit: Michael Zinskie's Story
NOV 20, 2025
The REALTOR® Who Refused to Quit: Michael Zinskie's Story

After facing a life-altering health crisis, Michael Zinskie found himself starting over, personally and professionally. With raw honesty and a touch of humor, he shares how vulnerability, community, and sheer persistence helped him rebuild both his confidence and his business. Tune in for a conversation that might just shift how you think about success, support, and second chances.

Key takeaways to listen for

  • Why real estate success requires community, not isolation
  • How seizures, fear, and medication almost took Mikey out of the business
  • The power of showing up and letting others help you rebuild
  • What real vulnerability with clients really looks like
  • A wild accusation at a showing that changed how Mikey works forever

Resources mentioned in this episode

About Michael Zinskie

Mikey is a dedicated REALTOR® serving Brunswick, Georgia, and the surrounding coastal area. He launched his real estate career in North Carolina in 2005 before ultimately returning to his hometown roots. After facing and overcoming significant health struggles that temporarily put his business and independence on hold, Mikey rebuilt his career with the help of strong family bonds and community support.

Known for his honesty, warmth, and collaborative approach, Mikey brings compassion and real-life perspective to his clients, helping people navigate both real estate transitions and life's tougher moments with unwavering commitment.

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Connect with Leigh

Please subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast app at https://pod.link/1153262163, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.

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The Conversation REALTORS® Aren't Allowed to Have, But Must | With Leigh Brown & Notorious ROB
NOV 13, 2025
The Conversation REALTORS® Aren't Allowed to Have, But Must | With Leigh Brown & Notorious ROB

What happens when two of real estate's most outspoken truth-tellers stop tiptoeing and start saying the quiet part out loud? Buckle up. Leigh Brown and Rob Hahn dive into the conversations the industry avoids—crime, public safety, fair housing realities, failing cities, the MLS shake-up, and what it really means to be a REALTOR® in a post-settlement era. This crossover episode from Under All Is The Land is raw, unfiltered, and guaranteed to challenge the way you think about your role, your industry, and your duty to the communities you serve. If you care about the future of real estate—or the future of your city—this is the episode you share. 👉 Enjoy the full conversation right here on Real Talk, and then make sure you subscribe to @UnderAllPodcast so you don't miss the bold, uncensored episodes Leigh and Rob release next.

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Key Moments You Don't Want to Miss

  • Why REALTORS® MUST talk about crime and how silence harms communities
  • Is REALTOR® a calling or a commodity?
  • The hard truth about MLS access, value, and what comes next
  • What the Fair Housing Act really protects and what it doesn't
  • Why advocacy has to mean more than taxes and 1031s
  • How patriotism, professionalism, and community protection collide in today's market

Resources mentioned in this episode

About Rob Hahn

Rob focuses on Associations, Multiple Listing Services, and Technology. With a profound love for the real estate industry, Rob has been challenging the status quo and empowering companies to operate beyond ordinary commerce.

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Connect with Leigh

Please subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast app at https://pod.link/1153262163, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.

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Estate Planning: Legal Tips Families Need To Know with Atty. Lin Wang
NOV 6, 2025
Estate Planning: Legal Tips Families Need To Know with Atty. Lin Wang

Estate planning isn't just about money, it's about protecting the people you love. In this episode, we sit down with Atty. Lin Wang for a candid conversation about what really happens when families don't plan ahead. From trusts and guardianship to the hidden costs of probate, you'll walk away with questions you didn't know you needed to ask. Listen in to uncover what's at stake and what you can still do about it.

Key takeaways to listen for

  • Reasons probate can be more costly than most people realize
  • What really drives family conflict after someone dies
  • The key difference between revocable and irrevocable trusts
  • How trusts can protect your assets from lawsuits or creditors
  • Why naming a guardian for your kids is one of the most urgent decisions you can make

About Atty. Lin Wang

Atty. Lin is an experienced attorney specializing in asset planning, including trusts and wills. With over seven years of practice, she works at a law firm licensed in 24 states, providing expert guidance on estate planning, probate avoidance, and asset protection. She is dedicated to helping clients navigate complex family and legal situations, ensuring their assets are managed and transferred according to their wishes with privacy and efficiency.

Connect with Atty. Lin

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Contact Number: 612-231-2060

Connect with Leigh

Please subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast app at https://pod.link/1153262163, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.

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The Long Road Home for a Vietnam Veteran with Mike Stubbs
OCT 30, 2025
The Long Road Home for a Vietnam Veteran with Mike Stubbs

Mike Stubbs went to war at 18 and came back with medals, scars, and stories most never hear. In this episode, he opens up about a moment that changed his life and the decades-long mission that followed, plus we'll shed light on the parts of military service that don't make the history books. Listen in for a raw, real conversation that honors courage, connection, and the fight to be remembered.

Key takeaways to listen for

  • What the Purple Heart really means
  • Why Mike volunteered for Vietnam and what happened the day he was shot
  • The story behind Mike's Silver Star and how it was nearly forgotten
  • What it meant to serve as a tunnel rat in Vietnam
  • Mike's out-of-body experience that changed everything

Resources mentioned in this episode

About Mike Stubbs

Mike is a highly decorated combat veteran of the Vietnam War, serving as a Machine Gunner and Tunnel Rat with the 2nd Battalion/28th Infantry/1st Infantry Division.

A committed veterans advocate, he currently serves as Commander of MOPH Combat Wounded Veterans Chapter 634 and is a Board Member for Queen City Honor Flight.

Stubbs' dedication has been recognized with significant honors, including the MOPH National Patriot of the Year (2014-2015) and induction into the North Carolina Military Veterans Hall of Fame Class of 2018. He continues to live the values learned in service by leading and supporting his fellow Veterans.

Connect with Leigh

Please subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast app at https://pod.link/1153262163, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.

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98 MIN