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.
The Bob Knakal Show
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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.
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May 29, 2026
What Does It Take to Survive NYC Real Estate Development? | ft MaryAnne Gilmartin
<p>How do you go from a young urban fellow to one of the most influential real estate developers in New York City?</p><p>In this episode of The Bob Knakal Show, MaryAnne Gilmartin shares her incredible journey through public service, real estate development, leadership, and some of New York City’s most transformative projects. From MetroTech and the New York Times Building to Atlantic Yards and MAG Partners, this conversation dives into resilience, ambition, mentorship, and what it really takes to succeed in one of the toughest industries in the world.</p><p>– Why being underestimated became one of her biggest strengths<br>– The lessons she learned from public service and economic development<br>– How Brooklyn became a major business district before anyone believed in it<br>– What it was like leading the controversial Atlantic Yards project<br>– Why relationships and mentorship matter in real estate<br>– The importance of resilience, preparation, and “weaponizing competency”<br>– How MAG Partners was built around purpose-driven development<br>– Why New York City remains one of the hardest—and most rewarding—places to build</p><p><strong>Chapters</strong><br><strong>00:00 </strong>Introduction and MaryAnne Gilmartin's impact on NYC development<br><strong>02:00</strong> Growing up in Queens and moving to Woodstock<br><strong>04:00</strong> Fordham, resilience, and overcoming adversity<br><strong>05:30</strong> Finding real estate by accident<br><strong>08:00</strong> The first development challenge and project management lessons<br><strong>11:00</strong> Learning from NYC developers<br><strong>13:00 </strong>Early career and brokerage experience<br><strong>15:00</strong> Growth through uncomfortable opportunities<br><strong>17:00</strong> Joining Forest City and pioneering Brooklyn development<br><strong>22:00</strong> Transforming Times Square and winning the New York Times project<br><strong>27:00</strong> Why competency is a superpower<br><strong>28:30</strong> Atlantic Yards and managing controversy<br><strong>38:00</strong> Becoming CEO and building long-term value<br><strong>41:00 </strong>Launching MAG Partners<br><strong>46:00</strong> Future projects and the state of development<br><strong>49:00 </strong>Family, curiosity, and AI in real estate<br><strong>51:00 </strong>Books, leadership, and Eleanor Roosevelt</p><p><br>▶️ Whether you're a young broker, developer, entrepreneur, or simply fascinated by New York City real estate, this episode is packed with wisdom, leadership lessons, and behind-the-scenes stories from one of the industry’s top builders</p><p>Connect with Bob:</p><p>🔔 Subscribe to my Newsletter: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa1c3ZTdWbWJDaHVPc2M3MUlXZ1Ricmx0dnl0d3xBQ3Jtc0tralBraDJ6UmVNbjAzVGt3SGwtWUZMTUpmTXRqYjVRaDhmWFMxY0NPMWdKc3lGSWJvQk0tbHRyUnJIYzZNYUlrQUVaRzVNMFlwZFNMMUxlZGhxaGJyUTRycV9pa2N6WUktTl83WGw1Nkc3eFlRaVQwQQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Flinktr.ee%2Fbobknakalnyc&v=3ORD_4WszxE">https://linktr.ee/bobknakalnyc</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbEU4Y2ZFWExTVjRMOGYxbFpqRnZGR0dLLXB3UXxBQ3Jtc0tsRHpDbC1PdVFmZlZhWU01bGR2Sl9PT1o4dWVkeGFGNXpXZGlOdVZZbTZBYUZYMDVzcmhUTUcwdFpXNU8yWWFMeXltRzJIWk5IdlFYT0ZBNmFrZ3NDTlZPRi1sVTVVNzFCMjgwMlVjWlZPWFhaMVlLQQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fbobknakal%2F&v=3ORD_4WszxE"> / bobknakal </a><br>Facebook: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0NXVmpyZkVBdlY1QUJSLUV2Sld1TG8xbDJkZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttU3FudEJZeTJmOGJpZVRreVYyR1g1dXVDNHZMendpS3doUHF3N1M5clNZUVA4cVdiSnNydEtrZmliRExQMjR6VmZVVlFEY3loVUkweENfUjZNN1F1cURBU0huekNoTk9UWDdaaUZyZXJiWEhmRVpJQQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FBobKnakalNYC&v=3ORD_4WszxE"> / bobknakalnyc </a><br>Instagram: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa2RGVGZxYTRsMWZic1p0WlN1MjUteC1FRUNpQXxBQ3Jtc0tsU3hXQy1mNHhiWGIyYWhSRnpPYzRTWlNTMWFkTnFQZkFkXzEydnkwTm41amVXalkwbldyVEJLZ0JQUEd4RjRsRGM3OFBfbjQ4NUZDRU5jUDJzNnozZ1A2SHo0UWdNWWs2VVlDS1dZTWgwNkliR2xIVQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2FBobKnakalNYC&v=3ORD_4WszxE"> / bobknakalnyc </a><br>Twitter: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbFFoOHdSQm5iYkdLRzZpc1hKR1Z0THpnMExYQXxBQ3Jtc0tsVmFwb1VWeGNDQzZKNEozNkVSenllZ0RsU2JSOHotZG1FcFRtNjhTN0Q1V3Iwb1RiQTg3R3N5NTBYMGZuRzNqRVl0blpaSEVEd3p5NEY3M25McFpMVWVIS2NUTmg2YWM2czVrbTQ2d3FyczZVS0o2OA&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FBobKnakal&v=3ORD_4WszxE"> / bobknakal </a></p>
April 29, 2026
What Does It Take to Become a Top Broker in the US? | ft. Mary Ann Tighe
<p>How does someone go from the White House to becoming one of the most powerful figures in commercial real estate?</p><p>In this episode of The Bob Knakal Show, Mary Ann Tighe shares her incredible journey—from growing up in the Bronx to working at the White House, and ultimately becoming CEO of the Tri-State region at CBRE. She reveals how unexpected opportunities, resilience, and bold decisions shaped her path, along with powerful lessons on mentorship, competition, and succeeding in a male-dominated industry. This is a masterclass in career growth, leadership, and seizing opportunities when they appear.</p><p>Key Takeaways<br>– Success is often non-linear—unexpected paths can lead to the biggest opportunities<br>– Making yourself useful is the fastest way to find mentors and grow in any industry<br>– Differentiation is key—become an expert in areas others overlook<br>– Strong ideas and clear communication can outweigh technical expertise<br>– Resilience and thick skin are critical, especially in competitive environments<br>– Collaboration and relationships are essential to closing major deals<br>– Taking calculated risks can completely change your career trajectory<br>– Confidence grows from experience—use past wins to navigate future challenges.</p><p>▶️ 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.</p><p>Connect with Bob:</p><p>🔔 Subscribe to my Newsletter: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbUliNGpmVkFRNUY3UGpQVzFWa2NmU3lvZ2hWd3xBQ3Jtc0trd3Nzc0dGWmRwUjUwRlpZd0ZDMklCZWF0akMxVHAxekJwVndzVkxPZXFLN0N4WHV5VmtGZXNuTEZHT19VR3V5Uk5hYjFRdFNVVXVQaVp0OTlnYVFQT05NUUJRRFB5eHcwUEdLVWNTdDVEREN3TEdkcw&q=https%3A%2F%2Flinktr.ee%2Fbobknakalnyc&v=3wCAczU83gg">https://linktr.ee/bobknakalnyc</a></p>
November 4, 2025
How Top Brokers Stay Sharp Through Market Cycles | ft. Bruce Mosler
<p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>▶️ 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.</p><p>💡 IN THIS EPISODE:<br> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgT5jccjv70">00:00</a> – Introduction: Bob Knakal & Bruce Mosler<br> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgT5jccjv70&t=180s">03:00</a> – Bruce's NYC childhood and early career moves<br> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgT5jccjv70&t=405s">06:45</a> – The grind of brokerage and importance of mentorship<br> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgT5jccjv70&t=555s">09:15</a> – The rise of Riverbank and navigating boutique vs. global<br> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgT5jccjv70&t=930s">15:30</a> – Becoming CEO of Cushman & Wakefield<br> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgT5jccjv70&t=1100s">18:20</a> – Managing through 2008: Real leadership under pressure<br> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgT5jccjv70&t=1245s">20:45</a> – The power of pitching and teamwork<br> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgT5jccjv70&t=1470s">24:30</a> – Bruce’s negotiation strategy<br> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgT5jccjv70&t=1630s">27:10</a> – Favorite deal: The complex, high-stakes Reuters transaction<br> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgT5jccjv70&t=1980s">33:00</a> – Personal passions: Montauk, fishing, and his coffee table book<br> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgT5jccjv70&t=2280s">38:00</a> – Final advice for young brokers</p><p>📚 Mentioned in the Episode:<br>Cushman & Wakefield<br>Riverbank<br>Steve Siegel’s book<br>Reuters / Rudin deal<br>BKREA by Bob Knakal</p><p>👥 Special Thanks to:<br> The Bob Knakal Show is brought to you by Crexi – The most powerful platform to prospect, 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