Your friend in furnishing
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Podcast Overview
<p>Conversations about furnishing spaces guests <i>actually</i> remember – hosted by Marc Hostovsky, Founder of Minoan. This is <i>Your friend in furnishing</i>.</p>
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3/26/2026
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Recent Episodes
June 25, 2026
The business of beautiful spaces: how Somerled Designs balances style and strategy
<p>In this episode, Marc sits down with Bri West and Jordan McDonough, the founders of Somerled Designs. Bri owns 36 short-term rentals and brings an investor's eye to every project. Jordan brings the design expertise. Together, they've built a firm where every design decision ties back to performance.<br /></p><p>They break down why amenities and listing photos should drive your budget strategy, and how thinking like a business owner from day one changes everything.<br /></p><p>From designing for bachelorette groups in Nashville to multi-generational families on the Florida coast, this episode is full of strategic, do-it-differently insights for hosts who want to stop furnishing by room and start designing for revenue.<br /></p><p>Check out Somerled Designs: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.somerleddesigns.com/" target="_blank">https://www.somerleddesigns.com/</a> </p><p><br />Sign up for a free consultation: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://form.jotform.com/252193985491065?howDid=Referral&typeA19=Minoan" target="_blank">https://form.jotform.com/252193985491065?howDid=Referral&typeA19=Minoan</a> </p><p><br />Check out Somerled's new design course: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://somerled-xpdxcb.myklpages.com/l/Vqt8P3" target="_blank">https://somerled-xpdxcb.myklpages.com/l/Vqt8P3</a> </p><p><br />Not a Minoan member? Sign up today and receive $25 Minoan credit in your account:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://minoan.com/minoan-podcast" target="_blank"> https://minoan.com/minoan-podcast</a></p>
May 22, 2026
Where soul meets strategy: how Brianna Michele designs STRs that perform
<p>In this episode, Marc sits down with Brianna Amigo, the founder of Brianna Michele Interiors, a professional designer who has furnished over 500 short-term rentals nationwide since launching her business in 2019.</p><p></p><p>Brianna shares how she transitioned from a decade in corporate marketing to becoming one of the first designers to specialize in the short-term rental space, and how her data-driven, avatar-focused approach helps investors stand out in competitive markets.</p><p></p><p>They dive into where the real ROI lives in short-term rental design – from prioritizing common spaces and amenities that drive bookings to avoiding costly renovations and over-amenitizing that won't move the needle. Brianna also breaks down her tried-and-true product picks, including why she swears by Polywood for outdoor, Public Goods for toiletries, and brands like Burrow, TOV, and Polly & Bark for sofas.</p><p></p><p>From layered lighting and full-length mirrors to luggage racks and fully stocked kitchens, this episode is packed with practical, do-it-tomorrow tips for hosts who want to elevate the guest experience and protect their investment. </p><p></p><p>Not a Minoan member? Sign up today and receive $25 Minoan credit in your account: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://minoan.com/minoan-podcast" target="_blank">https://minoan.com/minoan-podcast</a><br /><br />Check out Brianna Michele Interiors:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.briannamichele.com" target="_blank"> </a><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://briannamicheleinteriors.com" target="_blank">https://briannamicheleinteriors.com</a></p>
April 23, 2026
The art of thoughtful hosting: how Brooke Lestikow builds spaces guests love
<p>In this episode, Marc sits down with the founder of DB Dens, Brooke Lestikow, a short-term rental host known for creating thoughtful, guest-first spaces in the Colorado mountains.<br /></p><p>Brooke shares how she transitioned from a career in education to building her own hosting business, and how focusing on the fundamentals – cleanliness, communication, and intentional design – has led to an incredible track record of five-star reviews.<br /></p><p>They dive into what actually matters most to guests, from investing in outdoor amenities like hot tubs and saunas to elevating the small details like cookware, towels, and scent. Brooke also shares what she’s learned about furnishing from scratch, where she would (and wouldn’t) spend money, and why doing the basics really well can outperform over-the-top design.<br /></p><p>From stocked kitchens to standout art and simple, durable pieces that last, this episode is full of practical insights for hosts looking to create spaces guests truly love staying in.<br /></p><p>Not a Minoan member? Sign up today and receive $25 Minoan credit in your account.<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://minoan.com/minoan-podcast" target="_blank"> https://minoan.com/minoan-podcast</a><br /></p><p>Check out the DB Dens website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.dbdens.com/" target="_blank">https://www.dbdens.com/</a><br /></p><p>Shop DB Dens on their Minoan Showrooms: </p><ul><li>Woody Creek Den - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://minoan.com/shop/woody-creek-den" target="_blank">https://minoan.com/shop/woody-creek-den</a> </li><li>Elk Creek Den - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://minoan.com/shop/elk-creek-den" target="_blank">https://minoan.com/shop/elk-creek-den</a></li></ul>
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<p>Conversations about furnishing spaces guests <i>actually</i> remember – hosted by Marc Hostovsky, Founder of Minoan. This is <i>Your friend in furnishing</i>.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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