The LEAD is a monthly interview series hosted by visionary real estate leader and champion for social change, BHS CEO Bess Freedman, featuring in-depth conversations on a wide range of topics with entrepreneurs, politicians, real estate icons, and tastemakers.
Joshua Young on Institutional Investment & Luxury Development
On this episode of The LEAD, Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman sits down with Joshua Young of The Young New Development Group to explore the evolving landscape of institutional investment in luxury real estate development.
Young shares insights into his transition from an executive role to leading large-scale new development projects, the investment strategies shaping today's market, and the business considerations behind bringing high-profile residential developments to market.
The conversation also previews the upcoming launch of 175 East 82nd Street, offering a closer look at new development on Manhattan's Upper East Side and the opportunities driving New York City's luxury residential real estate market.
Filmed at Colette, as part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network, powered by Brown Harris Stevens.
Host:
Bess Freedman
https://www.bhsusa.com/bhs-leadership/bessfreedman
Guest:
Joshua Young
https://www.bhsusa.com/bhs-leadership/joshua-young
Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.
https://bhsusa.com/
1 Oct 2026
Shaun Osher on Leadership, Courage & Building a Real Estate Brokerage
On this episode of The LEAD, Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman sits down with Shaun Osher, Founder and CEO of CORE Real Estate, for an in-depth conversation about leadership, entrepreneurship, and building a successful career in New York City real estate.
Osher shares his journey from real estate broker to brokerage owner and discusses what separates top-performing real estate agents from the competition. He and Freedman explore the qualities that define great leadership, the challenges of building and growing a real estate brokerage, and why courage, confidence, and the willingness to take risks are essential to success in the competitive luxury real estate industry.
Filmed as part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network, powered by Brown Harris Stevens.
Host:
Bess Freedman
https://www.bhsusa.com/bhs-leadership/bessfreedman
Guest:
Shaun Osher
https://www.corenyc.com/agent/shaun-osher/
Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.
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#TheLEAD #BessFreedman #BHS #LuxuryRealEstate #ShaunOsher
18 Sept 2026
Market Trends & the Future of Private Listings with Anthony Lamacchia
On this episode of The LEAD, Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman welcomes Anthony Lamacchia, Owner and CEO of Lamacchia Realty, for an in-depth conversation about the forces shaping today's real estate market and the future of the industry. They discuss current real estate market trends, the challenges and opportunities of building and scaling a real estate brokerage, and the evolving role of private listings and off-market properties. Freedman and Lamacchia also share their perspectives on where the residential real estate industry is headed and what brokers, buyers, and sellers can expect in the years ahead.
Filmed as part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network, powered by Brown Harris Stevens.
Host:
Bess Freedman
https://www.bhsusa.com/about-bess-fre...
Guest:
Anthony Lamacchia
https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-lamacchia-520140a/
Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.
https://bhsusa.com/
#TheLEAD #BessFreedman #BHS #LuxuryRealEstate #AnthonyLamacchia
17 Sept 2026
Private Listings, Global Buyers & Luxury Real Estate with Eddie Shapiro
Are private listings just a passing fad? On this episode of The LEAD, Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman sits down with Eddie Shapiro, Founder and CEO of Nest Seekers International, for a candid conversation about the increasingly polarizing debate surrounding private listings. Shapiro also shares insights on building and scaling an international luxury real estate brokerage, navigating a competitive global market, and what it takes to create a distinctive brand in the world of high-end real estate.
Filmed as part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network, powered by Brown Harris Stevens.
Host:
Bess Freedman
https://www.bhsusa.com/about-bess-fre...
Guest:
Eddie Shapiro
Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.
https://bhsusa.com/ (https://bhsusa.com/)
#TheLEAD #BessFreedman #BHS #LuxuryRealEstate #EddieShapiro
27 May 2026
The LEAD with Bess Freedman - Leadership, Luxury & The Future of Real Estate with Mauricio Umansky
In this episode of The LEAD, Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman welcomes The Agency founder and CEO Mauricio Umansky for a candid discussion on building a luxury real estate brand from the ground up, staying competitive in a changing market, and why kindness still matters in the business.
Filmed as part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network, powered by Brown Harris Stevens.
Host:
Bess Freedman
https://www.bhsusa.com/about-bess-freedman
Guest:
Mauricio Umansky
Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.
https://bhsusa.com/ (https://bhsusa.com/)
#TheLEAD #BessFreedman #BHS #RealEstate #mauricioumansky
8 May 2026
The LEAD with Bess Freedman featuring Jonathan Miller, Director of Markets of StreetMatrix
Recorded live at The Real Deal Forum on the MORE Network Stage, this episode of The Lead features Bess Freedman in conversation with Director of Markets of StreetMatrix, Jonathan Miller to discuss the importance of accurate industry market studies and dangers of private listing networks (PLNs.)
All episodes filmed and recorded as part of Brown Harris Stevens' Mastery of Real Estate (MoRE) Network.
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Connect with Bess Freedman:
https://www.bhsusa.com/about-bess-freedman
Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.
https://bhsusa.com/
#TheLEAD #BessFreedman #BHS #RealEstate #TRDForum
12 Feb 2026
The LEAD with Bess Freedman - Consolidation, Private Listings & Industry Risk with James Dwiggins
Recorded live at Inman Connect in the More Network Studio on February 3rd and 4th, this episode of The Lead features Bess Freedman in conversation with NextHome Co-Founder and CEO James Dwiggins for a thoughtful and candid discussion on the forces reshaping residential real estate. From the Compass and Anywhere merger to the implications of private listings, industry consolidation, potential litigation risks post-NAR, and Zillow's evolving role, the dialogue explores what these shifts mean not only for brokerages and agents, but for consumers. James also shares his macro outlook for the 2026 housing market and offers a clear call to action for agents to elevate the client experience. Insightful, direct, and future-focused, this is a conversation about transparency, leadership, and protecting the integrity of our industry.
All episodes filmed and recorded as part of Brown Harris Stevens' Mastery of Real Estate (MoRE) Network.
Subscribe:
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Connect with Bess Freedman:
https://www.bhsusa.com/about-bess-freedman
Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.
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#TheLEAD #BessFreedman #BHS #RealEstate #InmanConnect
4 Nov 2025
The LEAD with Bess Freedman - Leo Pareja Breaks Down Private Listings, Market Cycles, and What's Next
Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman sits down with eXp Realty CEO Leo Pareja for a powerful, candid conversation about the future of real estate; from the truth about private listings to shifting market cycles, affordability, and why transparency remains essential.
Pareja shares his journey from his early days as a top producing broker at Keller Williams to becoming CEO of a global publicly-traded brokerage offering insight on tech, global markets, and why the MLS is central to consumer protection. The two leaders dig into the realities ahead—rate lock, muted transaction volume, and how agents can continue to win.
A must-watch for anyone invested in where our industry is headed.
All episodes filmed and recorded as part of Brown Harris Stevens' Mastery of Real Estate (MoRE) Network.
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Connect with Bess Freedman:
https://www.bhsusa.com/about-bess-freedman
Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.
https://bhsusa.com/
#TheLEAD #BessFreedman #BHS #RealEstate #NYCRealEstateExpo
16 May 2024
The Lead with Bess Freedman - Ep6: Lisa Lippman & Warner Lewis
In this can’t miss live interview, our CEO Bess Freedman sits down with top earning BHS agents Lisa Lippman and Warner Lewis to discuss how to find success as a broker in the real estate market, strategies used to build business, and much more.
Filmed live at The Real Deal’s 2024 Real Estate Forum, as Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network.
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Connect with Bess here:
https://www.bhsusa.com/about-bess-freedman (https://www.bhsusa.com/about-bess-freedman)
Connect with Lisa here:
https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/lisa-lippman (https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/lisa-lippman)
Connect with Warner here:
https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/warner-lewis (https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/warner-lewis)
Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.
https://bhsusa.com/
(https://bhsusa.com/)#TheLEAD #BessFreedman #BHS #RealEstate
4 Apr 2024
The Lead with Bess Freedman - Ep5: Scott Rechler
In this can’t miss live interview, our CEO Bess Freedman sits down with Scott Rechler, CEO and Chairman of RXR Realty. In their insightful discussion, Bess and Scott discuss his career background, the current uncertainty in the real estate market, office to residential real estate conversions, and much more.
Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens’ Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network.
Subscribe here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lead-with-bess-freedman/id1718976681
Connect with Bess here: https://www.bhsusa.com/about-bess-freedman
Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.
https://bhsusa.com/
(https://bhsusa.com/)#TheLEAD #BessFreedman #BHS #RealEstate
15 Mar 2024
The Lead with Bess Freedman - Ep4: David L. Picket
In this can’t miss live interview, our CEO Bess Freedman sits down with Gotham Organization CEO David L. Picket, a leader in the residential development sphere. David discusses with Bess the latest on urban real estate development, commercial market trends, and both challenges and opportunities impacting new development. Other topics covered included sustainability, affordable housing, investment strategies, and public-private partnerships.
Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens’ Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network.
Subscribe here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lead-with-bess-freedman/id1718976681
Connect with Bess here: https://www.bhsusa.com/about-bess-freedman
Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.
https://bhsusa.com/ (https://bhsusa.com/)
#TheLEAD #BessFreedman #BHS #RealEstate
2 Jan 2024
The Lead with Bess Freedman - Ep3: Seth Godin
In this latest episode, Bess Freedman sits down with a NY Times Best Selling Author of 21 Books, Marketing Strategist, and Entrepreneur Seth Godin as he shares his secrets to success, best practices to separate yourself from the pack, what to expect from AI in the near future and more.
Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens’ Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network.
Subscribe here:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lead-with-bess-freedman/id1718976681
Learn more about Bess Freedman here:
https://www.bhsusa.com/about-bess-freedman (https://www.bhsusa.com/about-bess-freedman)
Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.
https://bhsusa.com/ (https://bhsusa.com/)
#titantalks #bessfreedman #realestate #nyc
29 Nov 2023
The Lead with Bess Freedman - Ep2: Ritchie Torres
As part of Fordham Real Estate Institute’s ongoing series “Titan Talks," BHS CEO Bess Freedman sat down with U.S. Representative Ritchie Torres to discuss a wide range of topics, from socio-political and economic issues facing New York City, to the stigma surrounding mental health care in the United States.
Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens’ Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network.
Subscribe here:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lead-with-bess-freedman/id1718976681
Learn more about Bess Freedman here:
https://www.bhsusa.com/about-bess-freedman (https://www.bhsusa.com/about-bess-freedman)
Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.
https://bhsusa.com/ (https://bhsusa.com/)
#titantalks #bessfreedman #realestate #nyc
29 Nov 2023
The Lead with Bess Freedman - Ep1: Barbara Corcoran
In the first installment of Fordham Real Estate Institute's (REI) new "Titan Talks" series, Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman hares an insightful conversation with inaugural guest speaker and founder of The Corcoran Group, Barbara Corcoran.
Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens’ Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network.
Subscribe here:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lead-with-bess-freedman/id1718976681
Learn more about Bess Freedman here:
https://www.bhsusa.com/about-bess-freedman (https://www.bhsusa.com/about-bess-freedman)
Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.
https://bhsusa.com/ (https://bhsusa.com/)
#titantalks #bessfreedman #realestate #nyc
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