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The Bob Knakal Show

The Bob Knakal Show

Written by: Bob Knakal
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 Join Bob Knakal, the legendary NYC real estate mogul, as he hosts The Bob Knakal Show. Bob brings his unparalleled expertise and charismatic personality to this lively discussion, exploring the heart of New York City's ever-evolving landscape. Each episode blends old-school wisdom with modern insights, featuring expert guests and engaging stories. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just curious about the Big Apple's real estate scene, tune in for an insider's view on trends, tips, and the stories that shape the city.© 2025 Bob Knakal Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Personal Finance
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  • How Top Brokers Stay Sharp Through Market Cycles | ft. Bruce Mosler

    How Top Brokers Stay Sharp Through Market Cycles | ft. Bruce Mosler
    Nov 4 2025
    In this powerful and inspiring episode of The Bob Knakal Show, Bob sits down with Bruce Mosler, Chairman of Global Brokerage at Cushman & Wakefield, for a candid, wide-ranging conversation on everything from real estate evolution, leadership, negotiation, and the future of brokerage—to personal stories of grit, setbacks, comebacks, and legacy.Bruce shares untold stories from his journey, including the rise of boutique shops like Riverbank, the transformative acquisition of Cushman & Wakefield, and managing through the 2008 financial crisis. He opens up about the lessons learned from failures, his favorite deal ever, and why negotiation is more about people than power.▶️ Whether you're a young broker or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with actionable insights, rare wisdom, and inspiration that will change how you think about real estate, leadership, and longevity.💡 IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 – Introduction: Bob Knakal & Bruce Mosler 03:00 – Bruce's NYC childhood and early career moves 06:45 – The grind of brokerage and importance of mentorship 09:15 – The rise of Riverbank and navigating boutique vs. global 15:30 – Becoming CEO of Cushman & Wakefield 18:20 – Managing through 2008: Real leadership under pressure 20:45 – The power of pitching and teamwork 24:30 – Bruce’s negotiation strategy 27:10 – Favorite deal: The complex, high-stakes Reuters transaction 33:00 – Personal passions: Montauk, fishing, and his coffee table book 38:00 – Final advice for young brokers📚 Mentioned in the Episode:Cushman & WakefieldRiverbankSteve Siegel’s bookReuters / Rudin dealBKREA by Bob Knakal👥 Special Thanks to: The Bob Knakal Show is brought to you by Crexi – The most powerful platform to prospect, evaluate, connect & close in CRE.📌 FOLLOW US:LinkedIn: Bob KnakalInstagram: @BobKnakalNYCTwitter/X: @BobKnakalWebsite: bkrea.com📣 Don’t forget to Like, Comment & Share this episode with a colleague, broker, or mentor who needs to hear this!#RealEstateBrokerage #BruceMosler #BobKnakal #CRE #CushmanWakefield #OfficeLeasing #Leadership #BrokerLife #BKREA #NegotiationTips #CareerAdvice #Montauk #NewYorkCity #CrexiPartnerConnect with Bob:🔔 Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://linktr.ee/bobknakalnycLinkedIn: / bobknakal Facebook: / bobknakalnyc Instagram: / bobknakalnyc Twitter: / bobknakal #nycrealestate #investmentsalesnyc #capitalmarkets #bobknakal
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    40 mins
  • How Andy Davidoff Built a Real Estate Empire from Nothing

    How Andy Davidoff Built a Real Estate Empire from Nothing
    Jun 3 2025

    In this powerful episode of The Bob Knakal Show, Bob sits down with legendary real estate investor Andy Davidoff, Chairman and CEO of Emmes Companies. With over 35 years of friendship and 25+ deals together, this is a must-watch for anyone interested in New York real estate, investment strategy, and entrepreneurial grit.

    💼 Andy shares his unfiltered journey — from dropping out of college and demoing cast iron bathtubs at 15, to building one of the most formidable investment firms in the country. Discover how he seized massive opportunities like the RTC auctions and the Goldman-DeLorenzo portfolio, and how his firm scaled across NYC, the West Coast, and even Japan.

    🏙️ Topics covered include:

    • The anatomy of a $120M profit deal
    • Why B and C office buildings are ripe for conversion
    • NYC's insatiable housing demand and the Midtown South rezoning
    • Investing in distress: turning chaos into opportunity
    • The joy of motorcycle escapes and fine dining with friends


    💬 "You have to come to work willing to be fired. That's what it takes to be successful." – Andy Davidoff

    📣 Don’t miss this masterclass in real estate entrepreneurship, relationship-building, and opportunity recognition.

    🔔 Subscribe for more episodes and turn on notifications so you never miss the next one. Follow us on social media for live audience opportunities!

    📊 Presented by CREXI – the leading platform for commercial real estate professionals to prospect, evaluate, connect, and close.

    #RealEstate #NYCRealEstate #CommercialRealEstate #RealEstateInvesting #BobKnakal #AndyDavidoff #BKREA #InvestmentStrategy #OfficeConversion #RealEstatePodcast #CXI

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    41 mins
  • From Broker to Investor & Building a CRE Empire Ft. StripMallGuy

    From Broker to Investor & Building a CRE Empire Ft. StripMallGuy
    Apr 30 2025

    In this episode, Bob sits down with Don Tepman, better known as StripMallGuy, one of the most influential voices in commercial real estate (CRE) with over 400,000 followers across social media. Discover how Don went from being a broker to a successful strip mall investor, and how he built a digital brand that’s reshaping the way people think about real estate investing.

    Key Takeaways:

    • How Don broke into real estate and built his first deals
    • Lessons from transitioning from broker to owner/operator
    • The power of personal brand in CRE investing
    • Why strip malls are still hidden goldmines
    • Social media growth strategies in the commercial space

    🔥 Whether you’re a real estate broker, investor, syndicator, or CRE enthusiast, this episode is packed with insight, authenticity, and inspiration.

    Subscribe now for more insider conversations from the leaders shaping commercial real estate.
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    42 mins
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