Good morning everyone, I have been researching and listening to podcast on real estate that past few year and I have yet to make a deal.  

@Robert Lum  you bet you can troll around a site like BP read their books listen to the pod cast of those that are successful and talk about their business's.. its inspiring and motivational.but if you really want to learn the nuts and bolts you need to get in the game.the best and least expensive way to do that is to simply take a pre license course in your state.. learn the laws ( the real laws not the BS that is talk about on line).. terminology etc. then go to work with a brokerage in the aspect of Real estate that interest  you.. there you will get REAL training by those that are successful you get on a team.. you get paid as you learn.

The reason why I ask is because I'm sure some people are going to say it is critical to first build a network but I find myself doubting myself because why would someone listen to advice from a 21 year old who has never bought a deal before? 

I'll give the podcast in your link a listen. 

I think one of the reasons BiggerPockets has lost some of its popularity is due to the concerns you've mentioned.Don't listen to any of the capitalist counter-arguments posed here, you are not wrong in the things you're saying. 

Hello, I recently listened to a podcast with Mindy and Scott.

I have read many books and listen to audiobooks and podcasts everyday so I’m learning more everyday.

Educate/Learn (Read & listen)2. 

@Steven DeHart I'd start off listening to the podcasts and gaining as much knowledge as possible.

My interest was sparked this summer after passively listening to a free version of "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" while doing home reno projects around the house.