Land and Money : Finance, Development, and Design

A podcast exploring all aspects of real estate development. Hosted by award winning architect, Adam Word Gates.

24 : Bobby Fijan - Family Matters

Bobby Fijan is a housing developer in Philadelphia who has a particular interest in urban housing for families. In this episode Bobby talks about the importance of designing and building specifically with families in mind, and he offers suggestions for how we can do it better.

11-04
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23 : Richard Crouch, Esq. - This is NOT Legal Advice

In this episode Richard unpacks best practices and common mistakes for commercial real estate transactions, which are his specialty. We talk about trust, staying organized, making compromises, and much more.

10-27
01:05:51

22 : Andrew Overton - All The World's a Stage

In this episode I sit down with Andrew Overton, founder of Creative Land Strategies. What you're about to hear was recorded on September 18th, 2025. If you are a novice or small scale real estate developer, this one is for you. In this episode of the podcast, I sit down with Andrew Overton of Creative Land Strategies. Andrew is a development consultant and mentor with 25 years of experience and a nationwide reach. There are a bunch of great lessons in this conversatio...

10-07
01:31:52

21 : HerStory in the Making - Sarah Monroe- AIA San Antonio - Women in Architecture Series

Sarah Monroe is a professional designer and aspiring architect in San Antonio. She currently leads the AIA San Antonio Emerging and Young Architects Committee, and is the recipient of the 2025 AIA San Antonio Rising Star Award. This is Her Story.

08-05
01:19:39

20 : HerStory in the Making - Nicki Marrone - AIA San Antonio - Women in Architecture Series

Nicki Marrone is a Managing Principle and 24 year veteran of Alamo Architects. This is Her Story.

07-01
42:04

19 : Meg Epstein - From L.A. to Nashville

In this episode Adam interviews Meg Epstein; an award winning real estate developer from Nashville TN.

07-01
01:11:26

18 : HerStory in the Making - Allison Lerma - AIA San Antonio - Women in Architecture Series

Allison Lerma is a senior architect at Overland Partners Architects, and the current Co-Chair of the Women in Architecture network. This is Her Story.

06-03
01:06:47

17 : Introduction to Land and Money

This episode is a belated introduction to the Land and Money Podcast, and to the host, Adam Word Gates.

05-21
19:06

16 : HerStory in the Making - Tenna Florian - AIA San Antonio - Women in Architecture Series

Tenna Florian is an Architect and 25 year team member at Lake Flato Architects, where is a Partner and co-leader of the Eco-Conservation Studio. Tenna was elevated to the American Institute of Architects College of Fellows in 2023. This is Her Story.

05-06
57:15

15 : Ownwell : Property Tax Fundamentals w/ Sam Sosa and Matthew Buchalski

In this episode we sit down with Sam Sosa and Matthew Buchalski from Ownwell to learn the fundamentals of property taxes and how to save on your tax bill by hiring a consultant.

04-09
38:35

14 : HerStory in the Making - Amber Perry - AIA San Antonio - Women in Architecture Series

Amber Perry is a newly licensed Architect in San Antonio, TX; currently serving as the Chair-Elect of the AIA San Antonio, Women in Architecture Network. She will lead the network in 2026 Amber is an Architect and Team Leader at Open Studio Architects. This is Her Story...

04-01
39:07

13 : HerStory in the Making - Aline Yoldi - AIA San Antonio - Women in Architecture Series

Aline Yoldi is an award winning architect in San Antonio, TX; currently serving as a Senior Associate, Office Director, and Higher Education Market Leader for Stantec San Antonio. Aline is the founder of the Women in Architecture Network in San Antonio. This is Her Story.

03-10
01:03:48

12 : Corrina Green - UTSA Real Estate, Construction, and Planning

In this episode we sit down with Corrina Green, the Associate Vice President for Real Estate, Construction and Planning at the University of Texas at San Antonio. UTSA is a major development player in San Antonio, and now so more than ever as they move forward with plans for an expanded downtown campus.

07-25
53:16

11 : Omar Gonzalez - Pearl BUILD & Hemisfair

Omar Gonzalez is a local leader in the San Antonio real estate development ecosystem. He is currently the Director of Development at Pearl Build, and was formerly the Director of Real Estate for Hemisfair.

06-27
01:07:20

10: Christian Reed-Ogba - EHCU - Public Relations and the Built Environment

Christian Reed-Ogba is the Co-Founder of EHCU Public Relations in San Antonio. In this episode Christian and Adam discuss PR and the Built Environment, particularly in inner cities and historically marginalized communities.

05-09
01:34:18

09 : Peter French - Graystreet Partners & Lone Star Brewery Development

In this episode we sit down with Peter French to discuss the infamous and long awaited Lone Star Brewery Development project on the San Antonio River. Peter offers insights into the recent news that Lone Star is (once again) up for sale. During the conversation we use Lonestar as a case study to discuss many aspects of complex urban real estate development.

04-24
01:14:19

08 : Reeves Craig - Weston Urban

Reeves Craig is the Vice President of Multi-Family Development for Weston Urban. Weston Urban began in 2012 as an effort to attract and retain San Antonio’s new generation of talent by reviving the city’s center. With primary services in development, leasing, and lending, Weston Urban has helped to create and define the San Antonio skyline through both thoughtful historic redevelopment and strategic ground-up construction.

11-29
36:43

07 : John Cooley - Terramark Urban Homes

John Cooley is the Chief Operating Officer of Terramark Urban Homes. With over 20 years of design and construction experience, Terramark Urban Homes is one of the leading builders of urban dwellings in San Antonio.

11-29
57:51

06 : Ben Bowman - Assets and Architects

Ben Bowman is an Architect, Real Estate Broker, and Real Estate Developer in San Antonio, Texas. His unique approach has culminated most recently in a one of a kind development called Boston Commons in San Antonio's historic Dignowity Hill Neighborhood.

11-29
48:54

05 : Ed Cross

In Episode 05 we sit down with Ed Cross, the pioneering San Antonio developer responsible for The Vistana, a large mixed use residential building in downtown San Antonio. We'll also hear about his current project, Vicinia, which is raising the bar for suburban development on San Antonio's west side.

11-08
01:06:32

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