The FEW Podcast

In this special compilation episode of The FEW Podcast, some of the most successful, resilient, and inspiring women from Season 2 share their best advice on leadership, career growth, financial confidence, mentorship, perseverance, and personal success. Through powerful stories and real-world experiences, these women reveal the lessons that helped them overcome challenges, navigate setbacks, build...

In this episode of The FEW Podcast, Rob Schein and Madison Evans break down one of the most important financial skills young adults can learn: budgeting. Whether you're a college student, recent graduate, or simply trying to take control of your money, they explain the proven 50/30/20 budgeting rule, how to stop living paycheck to paycheck, and the smartest ways to balance expenses, debt repay...

In this episode of The FEW Podcast, Rob Schein and Madison Evans break down essential personal finance strategies for budgeting, paying off debt, building emergency savings, and starting to invest. Using practical advice and real-world examples, they explain the 50/30/20 budgeting rule, how to automate savings, and the best ways to tackle high-interest credit card debt. The conversation also cover...

In this episode of The FEW Podcast, chef and entrepreneur Virginia Dalbeck shares a candid look at balancing motherhood, mental health, and scaling a successful restaurant business. After welcoming her newborn son, she opens up about postpartum depression, her decision to stop drinking, and how prioritizing sobriety and wellness has helped her become more present both at home and in her career. Th...

In this episode of The FEW Podcast, Mayor Elaine Holmes shares how Indio, California has become one of the fastest-growing cities in the Coachella Valley through strategic economic development, small business support, and community-focused leadership. The conversation explores how initiatives like a one-stop business assistance program, a voter-approved sales tax for infrastructure, and major reta...

In this episode of The FEW Podcast, recorded live at the Women’s Confidence Summit, a panel of leading experts in functional medicine, nutrition, and mental health explore the powerful connection between gut health, hormones, and brain function. The discussion focuses on how the gut microbiome plays a central role in metabolism, mental health, and hormone balance, influencing conditions like insul...

In this episode of The FEW Podcast, recorded live at the Confidence Summit at the Ritz-Carlton in Rancho Mirage, Bronwyn Ison interviews JJ Virgin, a leading nutrition and fitness expert, about the science behind metabolic health, muscle building, and longevity for women. The conversation focuses on why a muscle-first approach is critical for long-term health, especially for people over 40. The JJ...

In this episode of The FEW Podcast, recorded live at the 2026 Confidence Summit in Rancho Mirage, host Robert Schein sits down with two top leaders in finance and wealth management to discuss investing, career growth, and women’s leadership in the financial industry. The conversation explores their journeys to becoming Chief Investment Officer and Chief Investment Strategist roles, including the c...

In this episode of The FEW Podcast, a registered dietitian nutritionist and gut health specialist breaks down the powerful connection between gut health, longevity, hormones, and chronic disease. Drawing from her personal battle with IBS and years of integrative clinical experience, she explains how issues like autoimmune conditions, PCOS, thyroid disorders, inflammation, anxiety, and depression o...

In this episode of The FEW Podcast, recorded live at the Desert Women Show in Rancho Mirage, host Robert Schein interviews entrepreneur, publisher, and wellness advocate Lauren Del Sarto. The conversation explores her journey from working in public relations at Morgan Stanley to launching multiple businesses, including founding Desert Health News, a leading integrative health publication in the Co...

In this episode of The FEW Podcast, hosts Robert Schein and Madison Evans sit down with City of Rancho Mirage Mayor Lynn Mallotto for an in-depth conversation about her journey from healthcare professional to entrepreneur, real estate professional, and civic leader. Mayor Lynn Mallotto shares how a career-ending car accident forced her to pivot professionally, leading her into business ownership a...

This episode of The FEW Podcast features an in-depth conversation with a longtime broadcast journalist and author who shares her journey through television news, addiction recovery, and personal reinvention. The discussion traces her path from early ambitions in journalism and formative newsroom experiences to building a successful on-air career in local news. She opens up about navigating childho...

In this episode of The FEW Podcast Season 3, Episode 9, the hosts, Rob Schein and Madison Evans, sit down with a Rancho Mirage City Councilwoman, Eve Fromberg Edelstein, to explore a powerful journey rooted in law, nonprofit leadership, and community service in the Coachella Valley. The conversation traces her path from growing up in the desert and attending law school, to building a family-run le...

In this episode of The FEW Podcast Season 3, hosts Robert Schein and Madison Evans sit down with a local automotive leader to explore a powerful career journey rooted in resilience, leadership, and self-worth. Growing up in the Coachella Valley with a strong work ethic shaped by a single mother, the guest shares how an unexpected entry into the automotive industry evolved into a rise through the r...

In this episode of  The FEW Podcast , host  Rob Schein  sits down live at the  University of San Diego  with a standout student, Monet Castellino, pursuing real estate, finance, and entrepreneurship. They explore her early introduction to real estate through hands-on work, her academic path, and how leadership roles on campus shaped her confidence and communication skills. She shares insider insig...

In this episode of The FEW Podcast, we sit down with Majna Dukic, the Director of Development Services for the City of Rancho Mirage, to explore her inspiring journey from refugee to respected public leader. Majna shares how her early childhood experience immigrating from Bosnia shaped her passion for public service, community development, and city planning. She discusses her path through UC San D...

In this special edition of  The FEW Podcast , hosts Bronwyn Ison and Donna Sturgeon take listeners behind the scenes of the upcoming Confidence Summit 2026, hosted by the Society of The FEW. They share the inspiring story of how the event began—from Bronwyn’s personal journey of rebuilding confidence after life’s challenges to creating a space where women can connect, learn, and grow together. The...

In Season 3, Episode 5 of  The FEW Podcast , hosts Robert Schein and Madison Evans sit down with psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and certified addiction nurse Debbie Bennett for an eye-opening discussion on addiction, recovery, and the growing field of functional psychiatry. Drawing from over 20 years of experience, Debbie shares how her career—from working with high-profile clients t...

In Season 3, Episode 4 of  The FEW Podcast , hosts Rob Schein and Madison Evans sit down with Jennica Schein to explore the realities of today’s Southern California real estate market. They discuss how shifting interest rates, cautious buyers, and unrealistic seller expectations are shaping the current landscape. From the challenges of lateral moves with higher mortgages to the opportunities creat...

In Season 3, Episode 3 of  The FEW Podcast , hosts Rob Schein and Madison Evans sit down with estate planning attorney Valerie Powers Smith to simplify the often-overwhelming world of trusts, wills, and conservatorships. The conversation breaks down why estate planning is critical at every stage of life, from age 18 onward, and how proactive steps like health care directives, financial powers of a...

In Season 3, Episode 2 of  The Few Podcast , hosts Rob Schein and Madison Evans explore the crucial role MINDSET plays in achieving financial wellness. Drawing from Rob’s “7 Keys to Financial Wellness,” the conversation highlights practical strategies like creating a financial vision, managing debt, building an emergency fund, prioritizing savings, and avoiding the trap of short-term spending at t...

In this episode of the  The Few Podcast , hosts Robert Schein and Madison Evans sit down with finance students Ava, Sergio, Jake and Jake to talk about money, credit, and career preparation during college. The conversation dives into essential financial topics every student faces—credit scores vs. GPA, budgeting on a tight income, avoiding debt, and building smart money habits early. From cutting...

In this episode of The FEW Podcast, hosts Robert Schein and Madison Evans sit down with Gina Rotolo, Vice President of Marketing and Communications for the Coachella Valley Firebirds. Gina shares her journey in sports marketing, from her roots in Las Vegas to leading the charge in building the Firebirds’ brand in Southern California. The conversation dives into the challenges of launching a profes...

In the Season 3 premiere of The FEW Podcast, hosts Robert Schein and Madison Evans break down the latest market-moving headlines and what they mean for your portfolio. Fresh from a high-profile media tour with appearances on CNBC, Fox Business, and Yahoo Finance, Rob shares insights on the disappointing jobs report, questions over economic data accuracy, and how the Federal Reserve’s interest rate...

In this inspiring episode of  The FEW Podcast , hosts Rob Schein and Madison Evans sit down with Madalyn Botello, a third-generation restaurateur and owner of Wally’s Desert Turtle in Rancho Mirage, California. Madalyn shares her journey from studying hospitality at Cornell to leading her family’s iconic fine-dining restaurant through the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. With deep roots in the...