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Send us Fan Mail What happens when AI stops being a tool—and starts reshaping medicine, business, and decision-making? In this episode of The Medicine and Money Show, I sit down with Bryan Trilli to break down what AI actually means for physicians and investors. We explore how doctors can shift from a traditional clinical mindset to one that embraces technology, automation, and capital allocation...

Send us Fan Mail What actually separates investors who consistently build wealth from those who stay stuck earning a high income—but never achieve true financial freedom? In this episode of The Medicine and Money Show, I sit down with multidisciplinary investor, attorney, and software engineer David Awad to break down the real principles behind value investing—and why mindset matters more than tac...

Send us Fan Mail What actually separates those who build scalable businesses and financial freedom from those stuck trading time for money? In this episode of The Medicine and Money Show, I sit down with entrepreneur and leadership coach Ray Young to break down why leadership—not strategy—is the real key to growth. We explore how physicians and professionals can transition from operator to CEO by...

Send us Fan Mail What does it really take to move your life—and your future—across borders in pursuit of opportunity, freedom, and the American dream? In this episode of The Medicine and Money Show, I sit down with immigration attorney Hillary Walsh to unpack the realities behind coming to the United States—not just from a legal standpoint, but from a financial, strategic, and mindset perspective....

Send us Fan Mail What happens when artificial intelligence stops being a tool—and starts becoming the engine behind how we think, operate, and build businesses? In this episode of The Medicine and Money Show, I sit down with Len Ward, founder and managing partner of Comexus, to break down one of the biggest shifts happening right now: the move from a “search and retrieve” world to a “solve my prob...

Send us Fan Mail What separates investors who build lasting wealth from those who get derailed by market swings—and how can discipline shape outcomes over decades? In this episode of The Medicine and Money Show, Ryan Smolarz sits down with Brian Pultro, a financial advisor with a military background, to break down the role of discipline, behavioral finance, and long-term thinking in investing. Bri...

Send us Fan Mail Finding Financial Freedom as a Physician with Dr. Disha Spath In this episode of the Medicine and Money Show, we are joined by Dr. Disha Spath, founder of The Frugal Physician, to discuss financial management for doctors. Dr. Spath shares her journey of tackling student loans and learning financial skills, the importance of tracking income and expenses, and investing wisely. She e...

Send us Fan Mail Unlocking the Power of Your Endocannabinoid System with Debbie Wimberley | The Medicine and Money Show In this episode of 'Back to the Medicine and Money Show,' Dr. Ryan Smolar interviews Debbie Wimberley, an advocate for healthcare education and the use of cannabinoid therapies. Debbie shares her personal story of overcoming chronic pain and improving her health by enga...

Send us Fan Mail Transforming Medical Careers to Build Generational Wealth | Medicine and Money Show In this episode of the Medicine and Money Show, we dive into the inspiring journey of Ms. Julia Myers, a licensed pharmacist turned entrepreneur. Julia shares how a sudden retinal detachment and subsequent vision impairment drastically changed her mindset from a traditional middle-class outlook to...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when artificial intelligence meets the real-world complexity of running a medical practice—and how should physicians think about adopting it without losing the human side of care? In this episode of The Medicine and Money Show , Ryan Smolarz sits down with Rahul Desai to explore how AI is transforming healthcare operations, patient interactions, and the future of priv...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when a real estate deal goes wrong—and how should investors think about risk before they ever invest? In this episode of The Medicine and Money Show , Ryan Smolarz sits down with multifamily investor Jason Kenney to discuss real estate syndications, investor due diligence, and the mindset shift professionals—especially doctors—must make to think like investors. Jason...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Medicine and Money Show , Dr. Joseph Ryan Smolarz sits down with Dr. Michael Jerkins , physician and co-founder of Panacea Financial , a nationwide fintech built specifically for doctors. Dr. Jerkins shares the story behind Panacea Financial—how a frustrating experience during residency, when banks refused to lend to a physician caring for critically ill pat...

Send us Fan Mail Most families talk about building generational wealth—but very few talk about how to preserve it. In this episode of The Medicine and Money Show , Dr. Joseph Ryan Smolarz sits down with Dr. Julia Myers, PharmD and founder of Generational Wisdom, to explore a powerful concept most high-income families overlook: the Family Constitution . While many physicians focus on retirement acc...

Send us Fan Mail Mastering Physician Finances with Dr. Elisa Jung | Medicine Money Podcast In this episode of the Medicine Money Podcast, host Dr. Joseph Ryan Smolarz welcomes Dr. Elisa Jung, an oculoplastic surgeon and life coach from Cleveland, Ohio. They dive deep into financial habits, investing journeys, and the mindset shifts necessary for physicians to achieve financial independence. Dr. Ju...

Send us Fan Mail Solving Hyper Dependency in Medical Practices with Mark Leary - Visionary Leadership and EOS In this episode, we dive into business growth and leadership with Mark Leary, an expert EOS implementer and the host of the Practice Freedom Podcast. Mark shares his journey from running a frustrating business to becoming a successful coach who helps business owners achieve vision, tractio...

Send us Fan Mail From ER Doctor to Entrepreneur: Dr. Harris' Journey into Investing In this engaging episode, Ryan and Dr. Jason Harris reflect on their 26-year friendship and discuss their pivotal transformation in 2016 from traditional physicians to passionate entrepreneurs and investors. Dr. Harris delves into the challenges and rewards of starting his own assisted living facility and othe...

Send us Fan Mail Most doctors earn high incomes—but income alone doesn’t guarantee financial independence. In this episode of The Medicine and Money Show , Dr. Joseph Ryan Smolarz sits down with Ray Godleski, CFP, to break down the financial strategies physicians need to protect, grow, and ultimately control their wealth. Ray shares hard-earned insights from working with high-income professionals,...

Send us Fan Mail Most people don't understand how markets work. They think it's magic. It's not. It's MECHANICS. And once you understand the mechanics, you can finally make SMART investment decisions instead of emotional ones. In this episode, Tom Hartman (market analyst & founder of Sacred Profit) decodes the hidden mechanics of financial markets—from Wall Street to Bitcoi...

Send us Fan Mail Check out our signup form: https://medmoneyshow.com/form/ Navigating Commercial Real Estate: Essential Tips for Doctors - Interview with Michael Bull In this insightful episode, host Ryan welcomes Michael Bull, CEO of Bull Realty, to discuss the intricacies of commercial real estate investment, specifically for doctors. Michael shares vital information about common pitfalls, the i...

Send us Fan Mail Check out our signup form: https://medmoneyshow.com/form/ Navigating Tech Entrepreneurship: Insights from Dave Renz | Medicine and Money Podcast In this episode of the Medicine anda Money Podcast, host Ryan welcomes veteran technologist and co-founder of Tanooki Labs, Dave Renz. With a rich background in startup incubation, Dave shares invaluable insights on how non-technical foun...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joseph Ryan Smolarz sits down with Chris Seveney to unpack the world of mortgage note investing, with a deep dive into non-performing loans and what it really takes to succeed in this specialized market. Chris shares how he entered the mortgage note business and why mastering market dynamics matters more than simply chasing yield. They explore how limited partners...

Send us Fan Mail From Combat Boots to Real Estate Mogul: Rod Blunk's Unlikely Path to Financial Freedom Rod Blunk fought on the front lines for America. He survived combat, but he almost didn't survive the transition to civilian life. Then he discovered real estate. And everything changed. In this inspiring episode of The Medicine and Money Show, Rod shares his POWERFUL journey from warr...

Send us Fan Mail Most investors lose money because they PANIC. But what if mindfulness could be your secret weapon? In this episode, Jonathan Green—investor, brokerage owner, certified life coach, and host of "Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing"—reveals how mindfulness merges with wealth building to create calm, confident investors who WIN. 🧘 THE MINDFULNESS-MONEY CONNECTION: ✅ H...

Send us Fan Mail Feeling anxious about investing? You're not alone. Here's how to stay calm, confident, and consistent when markets get noisy. As a physician, your analytical mind is an asset—but it can also lead to overthinking investments. In this short video, learn the 3 essential rules for maintaining your zen while building wealth. 🎯 3 RULES FOR ZEN INVESTING: 1️⃣ Go to real invest...

Send us Fan Mail Join a community of physicians leveling up their financial future. Start here: https://medmoneyshow.com/form Mastering Money: A Doctor's Guide to Wealth Building with Wall Street Insider Michael Serpico | Medicine and Money Show Ready to build real wealth as a physician? In this episode, host Ryan interviews Michael Serpico, Wall Street insider and founder of Trader Dad'...