What does it really take to become the go-to real estate broker in the Bahamas?

In this episode of In The Hype Seat, Holly Meyer Lucas sits down with Tim Rodland, founder of Rodland Real Estate, to talk about his journey from growing up between New York City and Nassau to building a global client base of high-net-worth buyers and sellers.

Tim shares what it’s like to sell ultra-luxury homes across the Bahamian islands, the tax and residency strategies that attract international investors, and how he built his business by refusing to follow the status quo. From Albany and Baker’s Bay to underrated Out Islands, Tim breaks down the nuance of pairing people with the right lifestyle — not just a property.

They also dive into how real estate really works in the Bahamas (hint: you do need a license), what to know if you’re buying offshore, and why Tim’s fast, high-touch service model has made him the most trusted broker in a market known for being, well... slow.

This conversation is full of real talk on luxury, identity, reputation, and what it takes to stay sharp in a place where most people are on vacation.

📍 Recorded at PodPlus Studios in Jupiter, Florida

🎧 Listen in if you’re into: • Bahamian real estate and global buyers • Tax strategy and offshore investing • Luxury sales and referral-based business • High-end property markets and lifestyle deals • Real estate without the fluff

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Guest: Tim Rodland Website: https://www.rodlandrealestate.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timrodland Phone: +1 242-357-7475

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Connect: In The Hype Seat – https://www.inthehypeseat.com Holly Meyer Lucas – https://www.hollymeyerlucas.com PodPlus Studios – https://www.podplusstudios.com Instagram: @inthehypeseat @holly.meyer.lucas @podplus.studios

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In this engaging conversation, host Holly Meyer Lucas sits down with Randy Sauder as he shares his remarkable journey from being adopted from Korea to becoming a successful restaurant owner in South Florida.

Randy dives deep into his early life, remarkable career rising through the ranks from bus boy to franchisee and eventual independent restaurant owner. Randy reflects on his extensive career in the restaurant industry, from corporate roles to eventually creating the beloved waterfront restaurant - Sauder's Landing on Nettles Island, in Jensen Beach, Florida.

Randy emphasizes the importance of consistency and passion in running a successful restaurant while also sharing insights about family life and the balance between work and home. This conversation offers a unique perspective on the restaurant business and personal growth. In this engaging conversation, the speakers delve into the intricacies of restaurant management, discussing everything from sales figures and menu consistency to the challenges of staffing and rising food costs.

The discussion also touches on the evolving work ethic of employees, the significance of customer loyalty, and the social responsibilities of restaurant owners. Throughout the conversation, the speakers share insights, anecdotes, and advice for aspiring restaurateurs, making it a rich resource for anyone interested in the food industry.

How to connect with the host and guest:

Holly Meyer Lucas:

https://www.hollymeyerlucas.com or https://www.inthehypeseat.com https://www.instagram.com/holly.meyer.lucas

Randy Sauder: https://www.sauderslanding.com https://www.facebook.com/SaudersLanding https://www.instagram.com/sauderslandingrestaurant/

In The Hype Seat is recorded at PodPlus Podcast Studio in Jupiter, Florida and produced by Hype Boss.

CHAPTERS

00:00 – Introduction to Randy Sauder and Sauder’s Landing

02:55 – Randy’s Early Life and Adoption Story

06:01 – Growing Up in America and Cultural Identity

08:59 – First Restaurant Job and Career Beginnings

12:05 – From Corporate Restaurants to Independent Ownership

15:01 – The Art of Running a Successful Restaurant

17:56 – Balancing Family Life and Parenthood

20:51 – Lessons from a Lifetime in the Restaurant Industry

54:25 – Understanding Nettles Island’s Unique Setting

01:06:35 – Staffing Challenges in Today’s Industry

01:18:34 – Personal Reflections and Family Connections

01:20:22 – Finding Balance Between Work and Home

01:25:17 – Memorable Dining Experiences and Customer Loyalty

01:29:10 – Signature Dishes that Define Sauder’s Landing

01:35:07 – Business Insights and Profit Margins

01:37:29 – Reflecting on a Career in Restaurants

01:41:41 – Closing Thoughts and Future Plans

In this episode of In The Hype Seat, Holly sits down with Erika Ramos, former model and actress (you might recognize her from MTV's Wild n Out!), mom of two daughters, and wife of retired MLB All-star pitcher AJ Ramos. Erika and Holly have an incredibly real, authentic, and layered conversation about identity, career pivots, and what it looks like to fully walk away from something when it no longer serves you.

Erika shares her story of growing up in Maryland, moving to LA at 21 to become a model, and chasing auditions, casting calls, reality show appearances, Hollywood clubs, and all the behind-the-scenes chatter about what it was like for Erika working and living in LA in the mid-2010s. Erika was part of the LA scene for over a decade, and she and Holly unpack what it looked like during that era, including early influencer campaigns, model burnout, and the subtle shifts that told Erika it was time to evolve.

Now, Erika is in a completely different chapter – raising her daughters, supporting AJ through his career pivot, and building her life in a way that feels more grounded and aligned. She talks about what motherhood has taught her, why she values being present, and how she approaches each new season of life with clarity and intention.

This episode is about more than career change. It’s about intuition, boundaries, reinvention, and doing what feels right – even if it means letting go of something you once loved.

🔗 CONNECT WITH US AND THE GUEST

📸 Instagram:

Erika Ramos – https://www.instagram.com/erikathom

Erika’s Bakehouse – https://www.instagram.com/erikas_bakehouse

Holly Meyer Lucas – https://www.instagram.com/holly.meyer.lucas

PodPlus Studios – https://www.instagram.com/podplus.studios

🌐 Websites:

In The Hype Seat – https://www.inthehypeseat.com

Holly Meyer Lucas – https://www.hollymeyerlucas.com

PodPlus Studios – https://www.podplusstudios.com

🎧 Listen to Part 1 now wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe so you don’t miss Part 2 — coming soon.

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