Podcast: Real Talk With Leigh Brown

May 7, 2026

Most families think they’ll “figure it out later” when it comes to the farm.But later is exactly when things fall apart.In this episode, I sit down with Johnny Klemme to unpack the reality behind farm transitions where legacy, money, and family dynamics collide. We break down what actually happens when heirs have different plans for a farm and why waiting too long can turn a legacy asset into a family conflict.If you own land, expect to inherit it, or work with clients who do… this episode will change how you think about “someday.”

April 30, 2026

There’s a quiet shift happening in real estate that most consumers are not watching closely enough.While the headlines focus on lawsuits, commissions, and industry noise, the deeper issue is what happens when MLS data starts getting held back or fragmented.In this episode, Leigh breaks down why the MLS is not just a listing tool. It is part of the foundation that helps appraisers determine value, banks make lending decisions, and buyers and sellers trust the market. If that data weakens, the impact could reach far beyond real estate agents.

April 23, 2026

Most people hear the word “auction” and assume one thing:Something went wrong.That’s not always true.In this episode, I’m breaking down what an auction actually looks like in real estate today because y’all have been asking, and there’s a LOT of confusion out there.If you’re dealing with a house, an estate, or just a whole lot of “stuff” and don’t know where to start… this one’s for you.

April 16, 2026

Christopher Watters didn’t just have a slow start - he had a full-on crash. Bad investments, empty bank accounts, and a reality check that forced him to rebuild from scratch.Somewhere along the way, he figured out a system that works and we’ll talk about what actually turned things around and how most agents could avoid making the same mistakes he made.If you’re interested in hearing ways to fix one of the biggest gaps in the industry, you won’t want to miss this episode.

April 9, 2026

We all say we want affordable housing, but what if the real problem isn’t what we think it is?I sat down with mortgage expert Phil Ganz, and let me tell you - he did not hold back. We dig into what’s actually driving affordability, what builders are doing behind the scenes, and why some of the “solutions” people push might be making things worse.And just when you think you’ve got a handle on it, we get into HOAs, condo financing, and one story that proves real estate is never boring.

April 2, 2026

I went from the REALTORS® Land Institute National Land Conference, NLC26, and one issue lit me up: the European Union Deforestation Regulation, or EUDR. It may be a European rule, but American landowners could still feel it through timber contracts, supply chain requirements, and restrictions buried in private agreements.

March 26, 2026

Everybody says we need more housing, but very few people understand how housing actually gets built or why it is so hard to get new neighborhoods approved in the first place. I sat down with Brandon Cobb to talk through what really happens before the first house ever goes up. We got into zoning meetings, community resistance, and why so many people are fighting growth without fully understanding the consequences. If you are a REALTOR®, community leader, or just someone trying to make sense of what is happening in your area, this conversation will give you a clearer picture of how development really works and why the system feels so stuck. We also unpack the real gap in the market, especially for entry level housing, and why the very things people push back on, like density, might actually be part of the solution.

March 19, 2026

What do you do when a seller tells you, "If you disclose the house is unstable, I’ll sue you"?

March 12, 2026

If you’re feeling exhausted by the constant waves of change in our industry, you aren’t alone. But here is the hard truth: Exhaustion is not an excuse for paralysis.

March 5, 2026

What if the real threat to your business isn’t the settlement, the portals, or the headlines, but what you can’t see anymore?

February 26, 2026

AI can write your emails and even generate art that looks real. It’s fast, efficient, and impressive. But Leigh asks a harder question: what happens when convenience starts replacing presence?

February 19, 2026

The real estate industry is at a tipping point, and REALTORS® are asking hard questions about representation, relevance, and trust.

February 12, 2026

Housing has quietly become one of the most urgent issues shaping the 2026 conversation, and not for the reasons most headlines suggest. In this episode, Leigh Brown cuts through the noise to explain why affordability and availability are colliding, and what a natural disaster in Western North Carolina exposed about the gaps in housing policy. Listen in for a grounded, human view of a problem that could affect your community next.

February 5, 2026

Title insurance might seem like a formality, but what if it’s the weakest link in your next transaction? In this episode, we’ll chat with Andrew “Dru” Wischhover about rising fraud threats, surprising coverage gaps, and why agents need to understand what’s actually being protected at the closing table. Hit play to rethink everything you thought you knew about closing a deal!

January 29, 2026

Snowstorms, vacant land, HGTV, and city council meetings don’t usually belong in the same conversation, unless you’re selling real estate in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Listen in as we chat with Benjamin Argall about what it really looks like to run a brokerage and build economic momentum in one of the most challenging real estate environments in the country.

January 22, 2026

The housing market in Minnesota is changing fast with hidden forces shaping it. So in this episode, Todd Urbanski unpacks the real-world impact of NIMBY (Not In My Backyard) thinking, municipal fees, and shifting neighborhood dynamics in Minnesota. Tune in for an honest conversation that brings light to today’s most pressing housing challenges.