The Nova Show: Real Estate Records
From Radio Waves to Real Estate: The Michael Gura Story
From 20 years in radio as “Kevin Cruz” to becoming a Utah real estate professional known for his creativity, consistency, and community impact — Michael Gura has mastered the art of reinvention.
In this episode of The Nova Show: Real Estate Records, host Kristi Bowdish sits down with Michael for a candid, funny, and inspiring conversation about how his media background shaped his real estate career. Michael opens up about leaving radio, surviving a tough market, and finding his voice (again) by leaning into authenticity and service.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- How 20+ years in radio and marketing taught Michael to build a standout real estate brand
- Why consistency is the single most important key to long-term success
- The power of authenticity and why pretending to be “luxury” kills real trust
- How to work with senior clients—and the empathy and patience it requires
- The importance of community connection through service and business councils
- What Utah’s bilingual population means for long-term real estate growth
- The mindset that helps agents overcome burnout, rejection, and hard years
If you’re an agent who wants to build a brand that lasts, a marketer looking to inject more personality into your business, or someone who loves a comeback story—this episode is for you.
Available now on all platforms.





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