The Real Deal: Where Real Estate Meets Real Life

In this powerful episode, host  Janine Igliane  and co-host  Ryan Hatcher  sit down with  Frank Bowen , entrepreneur, leader, and passionate advocate for faith, fitness, and personal development. Frank’s story is one of transformation from overcoming struggles with alcohol to building a strong foundation rooted in faith, discipline, and mindset. He shares how leaning on God, surrounding himself wi...

In this powerful episode, host Janine Igliane and her co-host Ryan Hatcher sit down with Blake Elkin, entrepreneur, family man, and founder of State 48 Water. Blake’s journey is anything but ordinary. From growing up in Northern California and Georgia to dropping out of high school, Blake faced obstacles that could have easily held him back. But through discipline, resilience, and a desire to buil...

In this powerful episode, host Janine Igliane and her co-host Ryan Hatcher sit down with Peter Meyerhoff, best-selling author, motivational speaker, and former prison shot caller who spent 12 years behind bars. At just 18 years old, Peter entered prison, where he quickly rose through the ranks. But his story didn’t end there. After years of struggle and survival, Peter turned his life around—getti...

In this episode of  The Real Deal Podcast , host Janine Igliane and special guest co-host Elise Igliane sit down with Scott Lowrey—Technical Support and Education Manager at Wiand Dental Laboratory, certified digital dentistry expert, and dedicated youth baseball coach. But outside of the lab, his real passion lies on the baseball field. Since 2010, Scott has coached multiple youth teams to succes...

In this deeply moving episode, Janine Igliane and Ryan Hatcher sit down with Melissa Lord, author of Echoed: A Grief Journal, to talk about her personal journey through grief and healing. Melissa opens up about the tragic loss of her nephew, Preston Lord, who was murdered in Gilbert, Arizona - a story that has shaken and inspired many. But this episode isn't just about one story, it's abou...

In Episode 84 of The Real Deal, host Janine Igliane and co-host Ryan Hatcher sit down with Jamie Gissel - founder of Valor Threat Protection with 19-years worth in SWAT and law enforcement experience - to talk all things safety. From navigating public spaces more confidently to knowing how to respond in a crisis, Jamie shares real-world insights drawn from his extensive tactical experience. Learn...

In this episode of The Real Deal, Janine Igliane and Ryan Hatcher are joined by guest co-host Nick Martinez and special guest Diana Bowersox, a seasoned Arizona swim instructor with a passion for water safety and a no-nonsense approach to swim lessons. Diana dives into the critical importance of teaching children to swim—especially in a state like Arizona, where pools are everywhere and water safe...

In this powerful second episode, Janine Igliane reconnects with Dr. Lucas from Freedom Family Chiropractic for another honest and insightful conversation. They dive into the fears and misconceptions surrounding chiropractic care—what holds people back, what actually happens during treatment, and what would surprise most people about this form of therapy. Dr. Lucas also shares his personal mindset...

In this episode of The Real Deal Podcast, host Janine Igliane and co-host Ryan Hatcher sit down with Ryan's kids Kami and Brayden Hatcher, for a conversation full of laughs, life lessons and heart. Get a behind the scenes look at what it's really like growing up with a dad who wears many hats — realtor, coach, and business owner — and how that shaped their work ethic, character, and commit...

In this powerful episode of  The Real Deal , Janine and Ryan sit down with Marcos Renteria, a former police officer turned performance coach and the founder of Impact 1 Training — a mentorship program redefining what it means to raise strong young men. Marcos shares his journey from law enforcement to launching a mission-driven movement that blends fitness, emotional awareness, character developme...

This week on  The Real Deal , Janine and Ryan sit down with  Dallin , the founder of  Flamingo Pools , who shares his incredible journey from a broke 21-year-old with just a pole, net, and brush to running a  7-figure pool service company  with over 15 employees. Born and raised in Arizona, Dallin never imagined himself as a business owner—until a childhood helping his dad clean their family pool...

In this inspiring episode of  The Real Deal with Janine Igliane , Janine sits down with  Brescia Dover —a resilient entrepreneur, cancer survivor, and the creative mind behind  The Checkered Jaguar , a boutique marketing agency based in Phoenix, Arizona. Brescia opens up about her incredible journey of overcoming adversity, from enduring two major hip surgeries to facing a life-altering cancer dia...

On this episode of  The Real Deal Podcast , hosts Janine Igliane and Ryan Hatcher sit down with Josh Jones, a certified financial planner with deep roots in faith, family, and finance. Originally from California and now calling Arizona home since 2008, Josh shares his journey—from serving a mission in Mexico to meeting his wife at church (now married 18 years!) and raising six kids, ages 8 to 17....

On this episode of  The Real Deal , Janine and Ryan sit down with Matt Dallas—a passionate community builder, proud Gilbert resident, and the driving force behind  Stroll Agritopia ,  Stroll Seville , and  Stroll Val Vista Lakes . Matt’s story is one of purpose, connection, and impact. Since joining The N2 Company in 2014, Matt has poured his energy into strengthening the fabric of the Gilbert com...

In this powerful episode of  The Real Deal , Janine and Ryan sit down with Whitney Wright—orthodontist, entrepreneur, and author of  Men Under Pressure . Whitney shares his journey from growing up in Mesa, Arizona with a clear dream of becoming an orthodontist, to co-founding Risas Dental and Braces, a company that grew to 27 locations across four states. But behind the success was a silent battle...

In this episode, we sit down with Angela Kiernan—a real estate marketing specialist and title expert with Magnus Title. Angela has a story as powerful as her work ethic. Raised by her grandparents in the Midwest and finding out she was adopted at just 7 years old, Angela learned resilience early. By 16, she was living on her own, paying her own bills, and chasing a better life. In 2001, she packed...

In this inspiring episode, hosts Janine Igliane and Ryan Hatcher sit down with Whitney Lowrey—elementary special education teacher, Arizona State University professor, conference speaker, and now, children’s book author. Whitney shares the journey behind her debut book  Everyone Learns Differently , a heartfelt project aimed at helping kids understand and embrace learning differences. From growing...

Description: This week, we sat down with Emily Dillie, VP of Marketing and Brand Management, to talk about her journey from University of Arizona to leading marketing and communications strategy in the hospitality and brand world. With 11 years at Marc & Rose Hospitality and now shaping brands at the executive level, Emily shares her insights on building a compelling brand, navigating the fast...

In this inspiring episode of The Real Deal, Janine Igliane and Ryan Hatcher sit down with 14-year-old golf sensation Maverick Midthun. From his humble beginnings in Minnesota to becoming a top-ranked junior golfer, Maverick shares his incredible journey in the sport.  At just 5 years old, he achieved his first hole-in-one, and now he's ranked 13th in the USA for the class of 2029 and 20th worl...

In this special episode of  The Real Deal , host Janine Igliane and co-host Ryan Hatcher sit down with Janine’s two daughters, Elise & Malorie Igliane, for a heartfelt conversation about family, ambition, and the unexpected paths to success. Elise opens up about her bold decision to leave college and pursue a career in real estate, proving that it’s okay to change your mind and create your own...

In this episode of  The Real Deal , we sat down with Ariana Gonzalez and Veronica Guzman, the passionate owners of Golden Era Senior Solutions. They shared their expertise on navigating the complexities of senior living options. As a local certified placement and resource company based in Arizona, Golden Era Senior Solutions is dedicated to helping families find the best fit for their loved ones,...

In this episode of  The Real Deal , Janine Igliane & Ryan Hatcher sit down with Robert Larson, a seasoned attorney with over 22 years of experience in the legal field. Robert, the founder of Larson Law Office in Mesa, Arizona, opens up about his journey from starting his own law firm in 2010 to shifting his focus in the last 5 years from bankruptcy to estate planning. Tune in as Robert shares...

In this episode of  The Real Deal Podcast , host Janine Igliane sits down with Mondai Adair, a talented real estate agent on our team with an impressive background in architectural and interior design. Mondai shares her journey from working in corporate design in Nashville, Tennessee, to moving to Arizona 20 years ago to dive into real estate. Throughout the conversation, Mondai emphasizes the cri...

In this episode, Janine Igliane and Ryan Hatcher sit down with Nellie, a dynamic and driven 27-year-old who’s making waves as the head coach at F45 Training Gilbert East. With a background in exercise science from NAU and a passion for fitness, Nellie is on a mission to help others achieve their health goals. But that’s not all—she’s also balancing nursing school as she works toward a BSN. Join us...

In this episode, we sat down with Elisha Ferraro, a passionate Christ-follower, mother, and political advocate from the heart of Arizona, as she shares her journey of community building, public service, and activism. Originally from Minnesota, Elisha’s story weaves together faith, family, and political engagement. As a leader in the Moms for Kari movement, she empowered moms across the state durin...