By The Hospitable Team
Between a mountain of unanswered guest communications and reams of paperwork, hosting vacation rentals can be overwhelming. But sometimes you have to take a step backward to move forward.
To help you take stock, get inspired, and improve day-to-day operations at your short-term rental (STR) business, we’ve put together a list of the best podcasts to check out in 2023.
Hosted by industry veterans and packed with actionable insights, these entertaining shows will help you work more effectively, increase occupancy, and improve your guest experience.
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1. Get Paid for Your Pad
The Get Paid for Your Pad podcast is hosted by Jasper Ribbers and features interviews with experts in the STR world twice a week. Jasper has rented properties on Airbnb since 2012 and recently came on our own podcast to chat about hosting remotely while living as a digital nomad.
What you’ll learn
- The latest trends in the STR industry
- How to use Airbnb for maximum ROI
- Tips for scaling your brand
Episodes normally last 40-45 minutes
Publishes a new episode every Monday and Friday
Where to find it
2. The Hosting Journey
The Hosting Journey podcast is helmed by Airbnb Superhost and coach Evelyn Badia as she shares her high-level advice on STR life. Evelyn is a veteran of the business, having rented rooms on Airbnb since 2010 and is a popular speaker at events such as Airbnb Open.
What you’ll learn
- Getting started with STRs
- How to optimize your message flow for vacation rentals
- Managing your team
Episodes normally last 15-20 minutes
Publishes a new episode weekly
Where to find it
3. Airbnb Investment Properties Podcast
The Airbnb Investment Properties Podcast offers bite-sized advice for real estate investors interested in buying, renting, or subletting Airbnb investment properties. The show is hosted by Airbnb Superhost David Leroux who owns 25+ properties in 5 different parts of the world.
What you’ll learn
- STR success metrics
- Interior design tips
- How to respond to negative reviews
Episodes normally last 5 minutes
Publishes a new episode daily
Where to find it
4. Vacation Rental Machine
The Vacation Rental Machine podcast is all about automating your STR business, allowing you to free up more time and money. It’s hosted by Julian Sage and Jon Bell, successful STR property owners who run Shortterm Sage, a training program with resources and strategies to get you started with short-term rentals.
What you’ll learn
- STR updates and trends
- Ways to automate STR management
- The best smart devices to install
Episodes normally last 5-10 minutes
Publishes a new episode bimonthly
Where to find it
5. STR Unlocked
The STR Unlocked podcast is hosted by April and Nathan, a power couple of Airbnb Superhosts who self-manage STR properties. The podcast focuses on their journey to becoming property managers and how you can get started. For example, their last episode discussed the surprises they faced when owning their first property.
What you’ll learn
- How to overcome the challenges of starting an STR business
- Pricing strategies
- Managing guest expectations
Episodes normally last 25-30 minutes
Publishes a new episode weekly
Where to find it
6. The Short Term Show
The Short Term Show podcast is hosted by Avery Carl, an expert in short-term rentals who started with one property and now has 42. On the show Avery, who last year made it onto our list of must-follow short-term rental influencers, interviews industry experts to help share their success.
What you’ll learn
- How to optimize your taxes
- How to expand your portfolio
- Direct booking website essential tips
Episodes normally last 40-50 minutes
Publishes a new episode weekly
Where to find it
7. BiggerPockets Real Estate
On the BiggerPockets Real Estate podcast, David Greene and Rob Abasolo interview real estate entrepreneurs and investors about their successes and failures. While the show’s in-depth conversations and news analysis are broadly focused on real estate, they often include super useful STR industry insights.
What you’ll learn
- Future investment trends
- How to spend less time managing your properties
- Tips on building a better rental property portfolio
Episodes normally last 60-70 minutes
Publishes a new episode every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Where to find it
8. Techsplained with The Guest Innspector
The Techsplained with The Guest Innspector podcast takes a unique approach to STR podcasting and focuses on the software available in the vacation rental industry. Each week host Deborah Labi sits down with accommodation software and service providers to find out what they have to offer.
Not content with one value-packed podcast, Deborah has a second that explores eco-friendly vacation rentals called The Green Path podcast and she recently spoke to us about ways to make your STR business more sustainable.
What you’ll learn
- The latest in STR technology
- What to look for in accommodation software platforms
- Ways to automate repetitive, time-consuming tasks
Episodes normally last 20-30 minutes
Publishes a new episode every Tuesday
Where to find it
9. Hosting Your Home
The Hosting Your Home podcast is run by Debi Hertert, STR owner and founder of Host2Host, a support network for the vacation rental host community. On the podcast, Debi interviews STR hosts and the odd industry expert about their stories and experiences.
What you’ll learn
- Perspectives from under-represented groups in the industry
- How to build your brand and engage guests on Airbnb
- Advice for hosts starting out in the industry
Episodes normally last 25-35 minutes
Publishes a new episode monthly
Where to find it
10. Thanks for Visiting
Thanks for Visiting is an STR podcast co-hosted by Annette Grant and Sarah Karakaian. Sarah has six Airbnbs and her own boutique hosting business, Stay Awhile Hosting Co. Annette is an Airbnb Superhost who runs four short-term rentals. On the show, they share actionable advice for running an STR property and interview big-name guests.
What you’ll learn
- Life hacks for doing your own housekeeping
- Accounting and advice on growing your business
- Health and safety tips
Episodes normally last 40-50 minutes
Publishes a new episode weekly
Where to find it
11. Short Term Rental Secrets Podcast
Short Term Rental Secrets trains and mentors real estate investors so they can launch, automate, and scale their STR portfolios. The podcast, co-hosted by Mike Sjogren and Emanuele Pani, features interviews with leading voices in pricing, investment, and vacation rental management.
What you’ll learn
- Pricing strategies
- Growing your business with social media
- How to make your listings stand out
Episodes normally last 35-45 minutes
Publishes a new episode weekly
Where to find it
12. The STRU Podcast
The STRU Podcast is hosted by Richard Fertig, founder of the Short Term Rental University (STRU) educational platform for rental businesses. Richard brings his experience as a former $4B hedge-fund manager to the STR world and shares his experiences with Airbnb.
What you’ll learn
- Advice on listing your home while on vacation
- How to rank higher on Airbnb
- The ins and outs of STR insurance
Episodes normally last 45-60 minutes
Publishes a new episode monthly
Where to find it
13. The Property Podcast
The Property Podcast offers up news and practical resources for property investors and has been going strong for an impressive 10 years. Co-hosts Rob Bence and Rob Dix primarily cover the real estate industry but the podcast includes tons of useful information for STR hosts.
What you’ll learn
- Regular market updates
- How to expand your portfolio
- Ways to finance STR businesses
Episodes normally last 20-30 minutes
Publishes a new episode biweekly
Where to find it
14. Sarah and T
The Sarah and T podcast follows co-hosts Sarah Bradford and Tim Cafferty on their journey through the everyday challenges facing the professional STR manager. And these two have certainly seen it all—Sarah and Tim have founded companies that saw them manage over 500 properties combined.
What you’ll learn
- Invaluable insights from industry conferences
- Your questions answered live
- How to select the right homeowners to pitch to
Episodes normally last 25-35 minutes
Publishes a new episode bimonthly
Where to find it
15. Vacation Rental Success
The Vacation Rental Success podcast is hosted by Heather Bayer, writer of Renting Your Recreational Property for Profit and CEO of a lucrative cottage rental agency. The show includes actionable insights into every aspect of the business and interviews with STR experts and vacation homeowners.
What you’ll learn
- How to go above and beyond with guest hospitality
- Ways to leverage analytics data to boost revenue
- Turning lookers into bookers
Episodes normally last 45-55 minutes
Publishes a new episode monthly
Where to find it
16. Rental Property Owner & Real Estate Investor
The Rental Property Owner & Real Estate Investor podcast comes from the Rental Property Owner Association, which for 45 years has been providing support to real estate investors and rental property owners. Host Brian Hamrick, of Hamrick Investment Group, interviews special guests to provide you with tips on becoming a more confident rental owner and real estate investor.
What you’ll learn
- Alternative STR strategies
- How to deal with property damage
- Ways to BRRR and flip properties for maximum profit
Episodes normally last 20-30 minutes
Publishes a new episode every Monday
Where to find it
17. Unlocked by Matt Landau
The Unlocked podcast lets you peek behind the curtain as VRMB founder Matt Landau interviews leading vacation rental professionals. The podcast aims to share STR best practices, with the latest episode seeing Matt interview Brian Olson about prioritizing the well-being of your team.
What you’ll learn
- Changes to regulations and how they’re shaping the industry
- The do’s and don’ts of outsourcing
- Direct marketing techniques
Episodes normally last 40-60 minutes
Publishes a new episode weekly
Where to find it
18. Into The Airbnb
Into The Airbnb is a podcast from Airbtics, an Airbnb analytics platform, featuring interviews with Airbnb hosts sharing their personal STR stories. The show offers great advice for getting started in the business but also a ton of tips and insights for current hosts to improve their skills.
What you’ll learn
- How to handle pet-friendly listings
- Ways to overcome common hosting challenges
- How to remotely host properties
Episodes normally last 15-35 minutes
Publishes a new episode weekly
Where to find it
19. The No BS Short-term Rental Podcast
The No BS Short-term Rental Podcast does what it says on the tin and offers listeners straightforward advice for STR hosts. Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger cover current news and affairs and frequently interview thought leaders from the industry.
What you’ll learn
- The technology driving the future of vacation rentals
- How to use social media and outside-the-box marketing to build your brand
- Setting up liability insurance for amenities
Episodes normally last 40-50 minutes
Publishes a new episode weekly
Where to find it
20. Short Term Rental Riches
In the Short Term Rental Riches podcast host Tim Hubbard, CEO of a seven-figure STR management company, shares insider tips you need to know to help you acquire, manage, and scale a successful vacation rental business. For example, in the latest episode, he unpacked the merits of Airbnb’s ‘Instant Book’ option.
What you’ll learn
- How to get your negative reviews removed
- Ways to get Airbnb Superhost status
- How to deal with difficult Airbnb guests
Episodes normally last 10-20 minutes
Publishes a new episode weekly
Where to find it
Inspiration for the future of your vacation rental business
Whether you’re just getting started in the world of short-term rentals, are looking for ways to improve daily operations, or want to scale your portfolio, these podcasts are jam-packed with inspiration.
Take the actionable tips and insights that are right for your business and put them to practice for success in 2023 and beyond.
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Property Management Books You Should Add to Your List
Reading property management books can help you learn about the best practices and master the intricacies of the perfect hosting and property management.
If you are looking to expand your knowledge, we can help you make your search for a great book faster. We’ve made a list of the top books on property management and property investing.
14 Must-Follow Short-Term Rental Influencers
The short-term rental (STR) world moves at a fast pace, and if you’re not in the loop you might miss out on new trends, insights, and technologies. Staying up to date with these trends can help to improve your ROI and streamline property management, and the best way to do so is to follow STR influencers and thought leaders.
Airbnb Consulting: Do You Need to Hire an Airbnb Pro?
Whether you’re a successful host or a total newbie to Airbnb, everyone in the short-term rental industry sometimes needs help. You can benefit from Airbnb consulting: be it improving your pricing strategy, automating the processes, or advice on how to make your listing stand out.
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