Phoenix Prosperity Podcast

In this episode, Tim Fergestad talks with Dr. Matthew Russo, an orthopedic surgeon at OrthoArizona in Scottsdale who focuses only on total hip and knee replacement. Dr. Russo explains how modern joint replacement surgery has changed and why many patients now look for less invasive options that can help them recover faster and move better. Dr. Russo shares how he uses the direct anterior approach f...

In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with vascular surgeon Dr. Hasan Aldailami, Chief of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery at HonorHealth and professor of surgery with the new Arizona State University School of Medicine and Medical Engineering. Dr. Aldailami shares his journey from New York City to Arizona and explains how he has helped build and expand the va...

What does it take to replace the human heart and help someone live long enough for a transplant? In this episode, Tim Fergestad talks with Dr. Francisco Arabia, a physician executive with the Advanced Heart Program of Banner University Medical Group and Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Arizona College of Medicine. Dr. Arabia shares his path from mechanical engineering into...

In this powerful episode, Tim Fergestad sits down with Marcy Maslov, founder of Empowerment Unlimited Coaching and creator of the E-Factor Ethics Game. With more than 20 years in Fortune 500 finance and international leadership roles, Marcy shares how a traumatic ethical incident early in her career changed the direction of her life and work. Marcy began her career in corporate accounting, serving...

What makes a great dentist? Is it skill? Experience? Technology? Or is it something more personal? In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with Dr. Sheyda Zahiri, founder of All Smiles Dentistry and a West Valley native who has built her practice around patient education, comfort, and trust. Dr. Zahiri shares how dentistry is about much more than teeth. While man...

What does it take to run one of the country’s longest-standing residential mental health facilities? In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with Adam Perkins, Chief Operating Officer of Sierra Tucson. With nearly two decades of experience in behavioral health and correctional healthcare, Adam shares how strong leadership, adaptable systems, and human-centered ca...

What does it take to go from professional quarterback to business founder and community leader? In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with former NFL and CFL quarterback Chris Streveler to talk about life beyond football, building businesses, and leading with purpose. Chris shares his journey from winning a championship with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers to playing...

Phoenix is more than sunshine and golf. It’s one of the fastest-growing destinations for meetings, conventions, and major events in the country. In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with Katie Provot, Business Development Leader at Visit Phoenix, to talk about how the Valley continues to grow, connect, and compete on a national and global stage. Katie shares h...

What if your retirement money could invest in real estate, private lending, or even small businesses instead of just stocks and bonds? In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with Kaaren Hall, Founder and CEO of UDirect IRA Services and author of Self-Directed IRA Investing: A BiggerPockets Guide. With over $1.2 billion in assets under custody, Kaaren has helped...

In this episode, Tim Fergestad sits down with Tom Gauthier, founder and CEO of AgTechLogic. Tom is a chemical engineer, entrepreneur, and multi-generation farm descendant who is on a mission to help farmers reduce chemical use, lower costs, and build a more resilient food system. Tom shares how a simple conversation at a Boy Scout meeting sparked the idea for AgTechLogic. After years in engineerin...

What does it really mean to grow a business the right way? In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with CFO and finance leader Nicole Hollenbeck to talk about building healthy companies that create real impact. With more than 25 years of experience, Nicole shares her journey from dreaming of becoming a “money doctor” at just eight years old to serving as a CFO fo...

In this powerful episode, Tim Fergestad sits down with Erica Brinker to explore leadership, resilience, and what it truly means to grow through life’s hardest moments. Erica’s career path is anything but ordinary. She began in global fashion, working with iconic brands like Tiffany & Co., Ralph Lauren, and Liz Claiborne. She later pivoted into healthcare, aerospace, renewable energy, and corpo...

In this powerful episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with bestselling author John Soforic, the mind behind The Wealthy Gardener and his new follow-up, The Five-Year Crusade. John shares the deeply personal origin story of his first book—a heartfelt guide written for his son—and how it blossomed into a modern financial classic praised by readers for its practical wisd...

In this timely episode, Tim Fergestad sits down with Dr. Eugene Livar, Arizona’s first statewide Chief Heat Officer, to explore how the state is tackling one of its most pressing public health challenges: extreme heat. As climate shifts continue to impact Arizona with longer and more intense heat seasons, Eugene shares how the Arizona Department of Health Services is responding with innovative str...

In this insightful conversation, Tim Fergestad is joined by Dr. Mark Pirtle—mindfulness teacher, systems theorist, and expert in psycho-emotional healing. Mark shares how his journey from physical therapy and chronic pain treatment led him to develop a powerful mindfulness-based approach for leaders and high-performers dealing with internal stress and trauma. Mark opens up about his own turning po...

In this inspiring episode, host Tim Fergestad sits down with Jeff Bernick, CEO of The Centers for Habilitation (TCH)—one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit providers for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Jeff shares his fascinating journey from a 30-year legal career into nonprofit leadership, and how he now leads a $25M+ mission-driven organization making a powerful difference...

In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, host Tim Fergestad sits down with serial entrepreneur, real estate expert, and podcast host Justin Colby. With over 2,000 real estate deals under his belt and decades of entrepreneurial experience, Justin opens up about the evolution of his journey—from wholesaling houses to launching his new passion project, The Entrepreneur DNA community. Justin...

In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with Alfonso Bonillas, CEO and co-founder of Alio IT Solutions. With 20+ years leading digital transformation initiatives in smart cities, fintech, Web3, and cybersecurity, Alfonso shares hard-earned insights on how AI is reshaping software development—and where the human touch still matters. They discuss the reality behind...

In this powerful and timely episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, host Tim Fergestad speaks with Bernard Zapor, a former ATF agent, subject matter expert on violent crime, and CEO of 3Delta Consulting. With over 25 years in federal law enforcement and extensive experience in workplace violence prevention, Bernard shares eye-opening insights into the current state of safety, threat mitigation,...

In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim sits down with Dr. Sarah Patel, founder of Sonoran Sleep Center and a five-time Phoenix Magazine Top Doctor, to explore the vital connection between sleep and whole-person health. Dr. Patel shares her journey from academic medicine to founding her own independent clinic, driven by a mission to deliver patient-centered, highly communicative, an...

In this insightful episode of The Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, host Tim Fergestad sits down with Michael DelPrete, a dynamic real estate investor and community leader, to talk about the intersection of entrepreneurship, housing, and civic responsibility. Michael shares his journey from cubicle life to closing over 700 real estate deals, and how his early hustles in wholesaling turned into a career...

In this dynamic and insight-packed episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with business strategist, author, and TEDx speaker Steve Feld, who’s helped over 900 businesses strengthen their foundations for sustainable growth. Steve shares candid stories from his own entrepreneurial journey—seven businesses, some failures, some exits—and the hard-earned lessons he now uses...

In this inspiring and thought-provoking episode, Tim sits down with Dr. Natalya Borakowski, a licensed naturopathic doctor and the founder of Desert Bloom Skincare and Unveil You, to explore how beauty, aging, and wellness intersect on physical, emotional, and even cultural levels. Natalya shares her personal journey from professional pianist in Moscow to a skincare entrepreneur and thought leader...

In this episode, Tim Fergestad sits down with Inga Rose, a biotech leader and founder of Reference Medicine, to explore the challenges and breakthroughs in cancer research specimen sourcing. With over 20 years of experience in scientific development, Inga shares how her company is changing the way oncology specimens are collected and distributed — streamlining the process for researchers while pri...

What happens when a world-class plastic surgeon is suddenly pulled into the world of rare genetic epilepsy? In this emotional and eye-opening episode, Tim speaks with Dr. Justin West — a board-certified plastic surgeon, innovator, and the father of Andrew, a child diagnosed with KCNT1 epilepsy, one of the most devastating and rare neurological disorders. Dr. West shares the remarkable story of how...