A podcast for Airbnb hosts who want more than just bookings—they want a brand that guests remember.
Hosted by Ali Haney, a Superhost for over six years with 200+ 5-star reviews, each episode dives into the real-world strategies that turn short-term rentals into standout experiences.
You’ll get practical insights on branding, marketing, and guest experience that help you increase nightly rates, attract your ideal guests, and make your Airbnb business work for you. Plus, hear from experts in real estate, design, and hospitality sharing tips you can implement right away.
No fluff. No guessing. Just actionable advice for Airbnb hosts ready to elevate their listings and create a business that lasts.
120: How Airbnb’s New “Direct Booking” Feature Is Misleading and How to Truly Book Direct
Have you heard about Airbnb’s new “direct booking” incentive? In today’s episode, I’m explaining what’s changing with the platform and how it’s still not the most beneficial option for short-term rental owners. Plus, what true direct booking looks like and how to set it up for your rental business.
Time-stamps:
What is a direct booking to Airbnb? (3:26)
How actual direct booking avoids Airbnb fees (3:57)
20% off Lodgify (5:15)
Using Lodgify to set up your direct booking site (6:22)
Mentioned in This Episode:
Use code BMPOD20 for 20% off yearly and bi-yearly Lodgify plans: lodgify.com/?afmc=ea1 (https://lodgify.com/?afmc=ea1)
Episode 82: Why Now is the Right Time to Implement a Direct Booking Site for Your Short-Term Rental: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/82-why-now-is-the-right-time-to-implement (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/82-why-now-is-the-right-time-to-implement-a/id1722329421?i=1000749237281)
Connect with Ali:
Website: brandandmarket.co (https://brandandmarket.co/)
Instagram: instagram.com/brandandmarket.co (https://www.instagram.com/brandandmarket.co/)
Book a discovery call with Ali: brandandmarket.17hats.com/p#/scheduling (https://brandandmarket.17hats.com/p#/scheduling/svzwfzzzzsntcxbrbrpbxzdncwksvrdh)
Have a question, an episode idea, or some feedback for The Brand & Market Podcast? Text me anytime at (919) 626-2517—I’d love to hear from you!
8 Oct 2026
119: Uncovering My Limiting Beliefs as a Short-Term Rental Owner
Are you holding your own business back? In today’s episode, I’m diving into how I discovered that the biggest constraint in my short-term rental branding business might just be me. Plus, other takeaways from my recent experience at the Action Academy mastermind retreat.
Time-stamps:
What I expected from the Action Academy mastermind retreat (1:41)
Discovering my actual limiting belief (4:05)
My limiting belief was holding back my business (12:46)
20% off Lodgify (18:03)
Have the hard partnership questions early (19:10)
Sweat equity can be a cage (21:06)
Using AI to strategically elevate the client experience (28:04)
Mentioned in This Episode:
Use code BMPOD20 for 20% off yearly and bi-yearly Lodgify plans: lodgify.com/?afmc=ea1 (https://lodgify.com/?afmc=ea1)
Connect with Ali:
Website: brandandmarket.co (https://brandandmarket.co/)
Instagram: instagram.com/brandandmarket.co (https://www.instagram.com/brandandmarket.co/)
Book a discovery call with Ali: brandandmarket.17hats.com/p#/scheduling (https://brandandmarket.17hats.com/p#/scheduling/svzwfzzzzsntcxbrbrpbxzdncwksvrdh)
Have a question, an episode idea, or some feedback for The Brand & Market Podcast? Text me anytime at (919) 626-2517—I’d love to hear from you!
7 Oct 2026
118: A Birthday Episode with My Daughter, Huxley
Today’s episode is a special one. It’s a birthday interview with my daughter, Huxley! Enjoy this short and sweet talk about her experiences with starting second grade, what she wants to be when she grows up, and her dreams for the year ahead.
Time-stamps:
Meet the birthday girl, Huxley (1:20)
Huxley’s favorite memories of the past year (3:15)
Starting second grade (5:35)
What Huxley wants to be when she grows up (7:09)
What Huxley wants for her 8th birthday (8:21)
How Huxley wants to help with Brand & Market (13:57)
What Huxley wants to do in the next year (15:41)
Connect with Ali:
Website: brandandmarket.co (https://brandandmarket.co/)
Instagram: instagram.com/brandandmarket.co (https://www.instagram.com/brandandmarket.co/)
Book a discovery call with Ali: brandandmarket.17hats.com/p#/scheduling (https://brandandmarket.17hats.com/p#/scheduling/svzwfzzzzsntcxbrbrpbxzdncwksvrdh)
Have a question, an episode idea, or some feedback for The Brand & Market Podcast? Text me anytime at (919) 626-2517—I’d love to hear from you!
Who has been a guest on The Ali Rae Haney Show
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Gideon Spencer
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Emerson
Laurie Henry
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Apple Podcasts (US)
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13 ratings
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Engagement
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