**The Built World Podcast** is the premier biographical series and educational resource dedicated to the visionaries, risk-takers, and **Institutional Operators** shaping the landscape of **Commercial Real Estate (CRE)**, **Urbanism**, and **Property Development**.
Hosted by **Felipe Azenha** and **Ben Hoffman**, active **Commercial Real Estate Brokers** and Co-Founders of **Built World Advisors** in **Miami**, this show is more than a market update—it is a deep-dive exploration into the life stories, personal philosophies, and investment strategies of the industry’s most influential leaders. Each episode is a professional masterclass delivered through the lens of a personal history, uncovering the "good, the bad, and the ugly" of the entrepreneur’s journey from their first deal to their most iconic project.
Conversations, Cocktails, and High-Level Banter
We believe the best insights happen when the guard comes down. Our signature **"Conversations & Cocktails"** format creates a relaxed, inviting atmosphere where the banter is light, the humor is sharp, and the drinks are flowing. But don't let the cocktails fool you—the dialogue is profoundly intelligent, offering a tactical look at the **Capital Stack**, **Asset Management**, and **Market Economics**. It’s the kind of high-stakes "shop talk" you usually only hear in a private boardroom or a closed-door partner meeting.
Virtually Every Asset Class Explored:
While Felipe and Ben are specialists in the **Miami Industrial and Warehouse** sector, **The Built World Podcast** explores the entire spectrum of the built environment. We provide high-level analysis across virtually every asset class, including:
- **Industrial & Logistics:** From **Small-Bay Industrial** and **Last-Mile Distribution** to **Flex Space** and **Cold Storage**.
- **Multifamily & Residential:** High-rise luxury, **Workforce Housing**, and **Build-to-Rent (BTR)**.
- **Office & Mixed-Use:** The evolution of the workplace and the rise of **Live-Work-Play** environments.
- **Retail & Hospitality:** The transformation of the **High Street**, boutique hotels, and experiential retail.
- **Niche Assets:** Self-storage, medical office buildings (MOB), and life sciences.
What We Explore:
If you are looking for an insider’s read on the **South Florida Real Estate Market** and national **CRE Trends**, we dive deep into:
- **The Miami Market:** Navigating the **Miami Skyline**, **Wynwood**, **Brickell**, Miami Beach and beyond.
- **Capital Markets & Debt:** Real-time perspectives on **Cap Rates**, interest rate impacts, **GP/LP structures**, and why veteran operators are moving off the sidelines.
- **The Operator’s Playbook:** A look at the "Operator" side of the business—scaling income, professionalizing property management, and building high-performance brokerage teams.
- **PropTech & Innovation:** How **AI in Real Estate**, advanced prospecting tools, and new construction technologies are redefining **Placemaking**.
Our Guest List:
We feature a "Who’s Who" of the built world, including: **Real Estate Developers, Principals, Institutional Asset Managers, Capital Markets Brokers, Architects, Attorneys, and Urban Planners.**
Who This Is For: Whether you are a seasoned **Commercial Broker**, an **Active Investor** looking for a **Value-Add** play, a student, or an entrepreneur obsessed with the future of our cities, this show offers a front-row seat to the minds redefining the built world.
