Builder Straight Talk with Michael Krisa
Real Talk. Real Hustle. Real Results.
Get straight to what matters with unfiltered conversations from the field. Join host, Michael Krisa, as he talks with builders, developers, and industry pros who are in the dirt every day—scaling smarter, solving problems, and keeping projects moving.
Latest Episodes
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Rave Reviews
“One of my favorite podcasts! The stories are so relatable and the insights have saved me a ton of headaches. The ideas have helped accelerate our growth!”
“Great stuff! This podcast gets into the nitty gritty of home building – the good, the bad and the ugly. Every episode has multiple golden nuggets!”
“Thank you Michael! Your show picks me up when I need a lift. Another cool thing is how much I benefit from the decades of others’ experiences.”
Meet The Host
Michael Krisa brings over 35 years of experience in real estate media, marketing, and storytelling. Known for his deep industry insight and engaging interview style, he has interviewed hundreds of top-performing agents, brokers, and builders. As the host of Builder Straight Talk, Michael connects the dots between capital, construction, and community to spotlight the innovators shaping the future of housing.
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