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The story of how a man bought a ghost town
In 2015, a man named Brent bought a ghost town for $1.3 million dollars and turned it into a successful YouTube channel featuring charming videos of exploring the town. Brent's videos became popular and provided comfort to viewers during the pandemic.
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The speaker discusses his admiration for Brent Underwood, who with a group of investors, bought a ghost town called Cerro Gordo in 2018, and speaks about how simplicity and having a clear vision leads to success.
47:55 - 49:25 (01:30)
Summary
The speaker discusses his admiration for Brent Underwood, who with a group of investors, bought a ghost town called Cerro Gordo in 2018, and speaks about how simplicity and having a clear vision leads to success.
ChapterThe story of how a man bought a ghost town
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The speaker found solace in watching videos of Brent, an explorer who discovers and documents abandoned buildings and structures in his hometown, during the first year of the pandemic lockdowns.
49:25 - 50:46 (01:20)
Summary
The speaker found solace in watching videos of Brent, an explorer who discovers and documents abandoned buildings and structures in his hometown, during the first year of the pandemic lockdowns.
ChapterThe story of how a man bought a ghost town
EpisodeRyan Holiday Reveals How Much Best Selling Authors Make, Crazy Peter Thiel Stories & More
PodcastMy First Million
Brent Underwood had an unprofitable plan to build a luxury resort on a 300-acre abandoned silver mine located in Death Valley, California, but with determination and investment, it is now a successful destination.
50:46 - 51:45 (00:58)
Summary
Brent Underwood had an unprofitable plan to build a luxury resort on a 300-acre abandoned silver mine located in Death Valley, California, but with determination and investment, it is now a successful destination.