The Man Who Built New York City With No Money | Larry Silverstein
In this episode of Big Shot, we sit down with another legendary real estate developer, Larry Silverstein. Best known for the 99-year lease he signed for the World Trade Center, just six weeks before 9/11, Larry’s story is one of persistence and strategic partnerships-and a whole lot of chutzpah. He shares with us today how he leveraged partnerships, refurbished properties on a shoestring budget and built a business that today is valued at over $10 billion. As with many successful Jewish entrepreneurs, family is at the center of it all, and Larry speaks with extreme gratitude about his children and wife Klara. You won’t want to miss hearing about how Larry very narrowly missed being at ground zero during 9/11, and how his wife supported his efforts in rebuilding the World Trade Center.
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In This Episode We Cover:
(03:19) How Larry got established in real estate with no money
(09:59) Why Larry turned down a 100k profit on his first contract
(12:51) How Larry leveraged investors to land million-dollar properties
(14:22) The low-budget, resourceful way Larry’s team refurbished buildings
(16:31) How Larry collaborated with competitors in purchasing 711 Fifth Avenue
(24:42) Coca-Cola’s purchase of 711 Fifth Avenue
(26:43) Why Larry worked with partners
(27:33) The beginning of Larry’s journey toward buying the World Trade Center
(35:22) How Silverstein Properties built their own electric plant
(45:28) The drama of signing Salomon Brothers
(52:44) Larry’s accident and acquiring the World Trade Center
(58:45) Why Larry was absent from the building on 9/11
(1:00:20) How Larry decided to rebuild the World Trade Center
(1:04:21) When Larry knew he made it
(1:06:28) Larry’s philanthropic efforts paying the tuition of medical school students
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Where to find Larry Silverstein:
Silverstein Properties: www.silversteinproperties.com/
The Rising: The Twenty-Year Battle to Rebuild the World Trade Center: www.amazon.com/Rising-Twenty-...
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Hey there it's LUCKY Larry! Very very lucky indeed ;)
@soraya2218
15 күн бұрын
Oy vey you just can't keep them jews down
I love how excited you both are to talk to Larry. It’s refreshing to see you both show it. Many podcasters try to act like they aren’t excited as if they want to appear on the same level as a guest with decades of knowledge and success to contribute. This is beautiful.
@davidsegal468
29 күн бұрын
🙏🏼
@bigshotpodcast
29 күн бұрын
Thank you!
@user-sb2yw5xd9r
25 күн бұрын
I completely agree. This is a great interview with a developer I've admired for a long time.:)
Did he "pull" Building 7..?
@soraya2218
16 күн бұрын
Isn't it unbelievable that lucky Larry Silverstein who rarely missed work had a doctor's appointment on the morning of 9/11 !! It really seems like they're chosen and specially protected by God huh?
@valbrooks6982
15 күн бұрын
He said, “pull it!’
@ThatMichaelTGuy
15 күн бұрын
@@valbrooks6982 And "pull it" they did.
@ThatMichaelTGuy
15 күн бұрын
@@soraya2218 Why, it's a... it's a _miracle!_
@valbrooks6982
15 күн бұрын
@@soraya2218 also his daughter and son that worked in Silverstein properties in the WTC was told not to come to work on that day.
something about the way he reflects on 9/11 has an eerie aura to it; it reminds me of sheev palpatine.
hes hell bound very soon it looks like
@HonestAbe689
15 күн бұрын
Jealousy is a powerful emotion. Work hard and be happy with your lot and you will have a happy life. No need to hate on others who have more.
@victorblock3421
14 күн бұрын
Your anger,hatred, envy & jealousy is destroying you. Listen and learn. The people who succeed, especially those who worked for it, they are the happiest and most fulfilled.
@nothingleft3473
6 күн бұрын
@HonestAbe689 I don't think anyone is jealous of him profiting massively off of the souls most on 9/11. He's a snake.
This was an amazing treat to listen to this man tell his stories but please allow him to speak without interrupting next time 🤨
@savegas2008
16 күн бұрын
It's a pattern with every one of their interviews. Maybe if u post this on every vid, and it gets upvoted on every vid, they will realize how to improve their interviewing skills.
@Omega-EP
15 күн бұрын
Yeah. Good stories!
@Omega-EP
15 күн бұрын
@@savegas2008What do you mean improve? It's already perfect!
Thank you very much for this video!!!
@bigshotpodcast
26 күн бұрын
You're very welcome!
Pull it ......
Incredibly inspiring and love everything about big shot! Just applied to the position
@bigshotpodcast
26 күн бұрын
Thanks Annabelle!
Absolutely beautiful.....lessons you can never pay for !
Amazing interview! An NYC/world wide legend!
Incredible interview, amazing to be able to listen to one of the greats.
@Omega-EP
15 күн бұрын
He's definitely one of the greats. One of the great liars.
@mikeholloway4467
8 күн бұрын
Dude helped pull off the greatest inside job of all time, worlds class scam artist
Great man, Great interview!
@bigshotpodcast
26 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@AbdussalamMisbahudeen
9 күн бұрын
"Great man"😂
Great interview!
This was awesome
It really is a privilege to hear this man speak , y’all are doing amazing ❤❤, plus I applied 😂
@bigshotpodcast
29 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching and we'll be in touch about your application :)
Larry was buying up everything after the Great Depression when no one had any money!😂🎉
So good. Love his love and partnership with his wife.
@bigshotpodcast
29 күн бұрын
So good!
@soraya2218
15 күн бұрын
that's clearly a dude lol
Loved the episode some constructive criticism let the guest talk more , less interrupting! ❤
@bigshotpodcast
29 күн бұрын
Thanks for the feedback! Always looking to get better
This man is absolutely incredible
Loved this episode. Would love to assist in doing the same in Los Angeles.
oye hey dont notice building 7
@soraya2218
15 күн бұрын
fun fact if you turn the number 7 on its head it looks like a nose
@alin4507
10 күн бұрын
So he is sexy and he NOSE it? @soraya2218
@alainportant6412
10 күн бұрын
That nose 👃 comment made me puke my 🍺😂😂
@alainportant6412
10 күн бұрын
because it's true
Why can't I find any photos of Larry as a young man
amazing
He loves the challenge...i retired at 43 was bored and been busier than ever at 53
Great Guy
You work for 40yrs to have $1M in your retirement, meanwhile some people are putting just $10K in crypto from just few months ago and now they are multimillionaires..
@Timjackson-vw6tc
13 күн бұрын
If you are not in the crypto market space right now, you are in a huge mistake. I understand that it could be due to ignorance, but if you want to make your money work for you, prevent inflation from eroding your savings, build generational wealth, and cultivate good habits and financial knowledge, you must be in the market.
@TheoRex-wl4eh
13 күн бұрын
How did you do this please? I'm new to investing in cryptocurrencies, can you guide me on how to do this?
@Caseycadet543
13 күн бұрын
Thanks to Evelyn Morgan, she helped me reach this milestone.
@Caseycadet543
13 күн бұрын
She's a licensed broker here in the states
@EthanMadison446
13 күн бұрын
YES!!! That's exactly her name ( Evelyn Morgan) so many people have recommended highly about her and am just starting with her 😊from Brisbane Australia 🇦🇺
For the first few minutes I thought this was satire. Yikes.
Larry is a legend!
The giver is in a Suit and tie and those in need are in sneakers and Tshirts. Interesting world
I love these old school interviews with titans of the real estate business
💯
@bigshotpodcast
29 күн бұрын
Thanks Sam!
shoutout to Kyrie making the Western conference finals
Scam artist extraordinaire
One of my favourite episodes
This was absolutely awesome, Harley and David... ❤ I'm so excited to see the new episodes out. And I felt like I was sitting on the edge of my seat also LOL, in anticipation of what Larry was sharing here... What shines through so much in each episode is the incredible values in family, relationships, personal, business and finance that these awe-inspiring Men have - the world needs more of that. Thankyou to you both!... And Harley and David, I hope you don't mind me putting in a request for a guest... I'd love to see you interview Bob Burg (Go-Giver series and 5 Laws of Stratospheric Success) on "Big Shot". The impact he's had in the world of business has been life-changing for so many... An incredibly inspiring Jewish Man and Leader. PS... I loved hearing about Larry and Klara's relationship... and how they powerfully and beautifully have each other's back. You can tell they adore each other.
@bigshotpodcast
26 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching and we couldn't agree more. Larry is an incredible human and entrepreneur.
@mandygibbons
26 күн бұрын
@@bigshotpodcast Yes he is... The wisdom, true caring and life experience shared by these amazing Men...I love every episode. ❤ So much GOLD and insights.
Very inspirational 👏🏿
@user-tl9pq7bq5y
3 күн бұрын
😂
Incredible man, you gents asked great questions and let him speak for the most part. Way to go. I took away so many subtle things from his stories. Two of which were his relationship building and his love and respect and partnership with his wife. His character in congratulating Steve Ross and offering the great financing and then calling him directly to hear from him the deal had fallen through. I loves this mans rags to riches story. His roll w the punches attitude about twice losing large lease deals and his Hutzpah and continuous fortitude in working on financing on the very first deal. Had me leaving the episode wanting me to be a better man.
What Kind of “hate” are you guys facing???
Brilliant. Absolutely loved this. Kol Hakavod LS.
One of the things I noticed was that Mr. Silverstein has vision that is not stained by greed (a very human fault, often an addiction, I believe is at the root of much of what ails society) His heart is joyous and so his vision is vast and a blessing to us all. Thank you for sharing this amazing man with us.
This Jewish prosperity is great, but what about all the children in Palestine?
@alainportant6412
10 күн бұрын
It's not great it is the world's #1 problem
How much did they pay you to put this evil man on a pedestal?
@Omega-EP
15 күн бұрын
Couple grand most likely.
@valbrooks6982
15 күн бұрын
@@Omega-EP sounds about right.
@Omega-EP
15 күн бұрын
@@valbrooks6982 But shit, they ain't doing it for free. Nobody would sell themselves like that without ulterior motives.
@victorblock3421
14 күн бұрын
How jealous, angry, stupid are you?
@alainportant6412
10 күн бұрын
It's a community thing. They help themselves out for free.
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that was tear jerker. just keep going, the sun will come out tomorrow. (Stephen M. Ross coming to Big Shot?)
@bigshotpodcast
26 күн бұрын
Appreciate the support!
Love your podcast Greetings from-Serbia
@bigshotpodcast
29 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching!