The Zandbergen Report

Host Bart Zandbergen welcomed Strider Elass, Senior Economist of the First Trust Economics Team, into the studio virtually to discuss the ebbs and flows of the stock market this year. Bloomberg has consistently ranked the First Trust Economics Team as one of the top forecasters of the U.S. economy over the past decade plus. At First Trust, Strider is responsible for analyzing economic indicators,...

Host Bart Zandbergen welcomed entrepreneur Mark Romero into the podcast studio for a True Wealth episode. Mark is a sound healing guitarist and the creator of Vibrational Success—a breakthrough audio technology designed to reduce stress, elevate clarity, and support high performance. His immersive guitar soundscapes, combined with guided visualizations and mindsets, help high achievers stay ground...

Host Bart Zandbergen welcomed the Founder and CEO of Golden Eagle Vodka into the podcast studio to discuss how his team has made character a priority and a signature of the Golden Eagle brand. Golden Eagle Vodka was born from a desire to change how people see vodka. As a career bartender, Dakota recognized the gap between vodka’s potential and its reality in the market. He wanted to craft a spirit...

Host Bart Zandbergen welcomed the CEO of Stark Health into the studio, Todd Vande Hei, to discuss the journey to peak health. Stark exists to change the future of health and fitness in the communities they serve. For the last 15 years, Todd has been on a journey to discover what it means to be in a state of peak health. After suffering from a series of seizures and being diagnosed with high blood...

Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the podcast studio by Dr. Mary Ann Martin who is a board-certified Endocrinologist, Executive Health Coach, Speaker and Author.  Known as Dr. Hormone Hacker, she takes an alternative approach to our traditional, broken health care system and guides people on prevention and well care, not sick care. She is passionate about bridging the healthcare gap by helping pe...

Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the podcast studio by Dr. Teryn Clarke who is a highly regarded neurologist. She recently wrote a book entitled, “Brain Health Action Plan,” which looks at how to prevent Alzheimer’s diseases through lifestyle changes. In this episode, Dr. Teryn Clarke shares the data she has researched as well as the wisdom she gained throughout her studies. She is passionate ab...

Bart Zandbergen was joined in the podcast studio by Paula Steurer of Sterling Public Relations who took over as the episode’s host to interview Bart. Taking listeners on a journey back in time, Bart shared details of his humble beginnings and the pivotal fork in the road, inspired by the movie “Rocky,” that changed everything. In this candid episode, Bart discussed some of the most pivotal lessons...

Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the podcast studio by Andy Nelson of Salient Counsel. Andy represents clients in business, commercial, and intellectual property matters. His practice emphasizes the development of effective strategies for trademark and copyright protection, enforcement, licensing, and dispute resolution (including practice before the USPTO and TTAB). Over his career, Andy has he...

Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the podcast studio by special guest – Moses Heredia, Founder of Global Processing Systems. Founded on the principles of honesty, integrity and outstanding service, which Moses himself embodies, Global Processing Systems has served thousands of clients for over 20 years. Moses embarked on this career path over 30 years ago, working his way up quickly in his former...

Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the podcast studio by Dr. Guitta Harb, aka The Real OC Dentist. Known for her modern smile makeovers, Dr. Harb is an expert in cosmetic dentistry. In this episode, Dr. Harb shares her challenges and triumphs in emigrating from Lebanon to the USA as a teen, her untraditional path to becoming a dentist, and why she feels a smile is more than smile deep. She also gi...

Host Bart Zandbergen and co-host Letitia Berbaum were joined in the podcast studio by Dr. Naomi Win. Dr. Win draws on clinical practice and current research to clarify the psychological factors that shape decision-making. By mapping the cognitive and emotional drivers that define financial behaviors, she upskills those seeking adaptive strategies to enhance well-being and wealth. As we navigate ma...

Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the podcast studio by Carmel and Camellia Imani of Imani Law LLP, a law firm designed for creators to help navigate the legal side of entrepreneurship. Imani Law LLP has helped entrepreneurs legally start their business, as well as secure brand ownership through trademarks. Both Carmel and Camellia earned their Juris Doctorate at UC Davis School of Law. They bega...

Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the podcast studio by Scott Heinila to discuss the art and power of discipline. The duo discussed how discipline plays a factor in their personal and professional lives as they navigate business, relationships, family matters, fitness and beyond. They began by unpacking people’s willingness to, “Do what others won’t do, to be or have what others won’t have,” and...

Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the podcast studio by co-host Letitia Berbaum, Paula Steurer of Sterling Public Relations, Scott Heinila of Producers Choice Network, and featured guest Landon Patterson, CEO of Hundred Acre. Landon shared tasting insights, pairing notes and little-known facts about the distinctive wines he chose to feature on the episode, while the show’s guests also reviewed se...

Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the podcast studio by Scott Heinila to discuss Long-Term Care benefits, considerations, and possible changes. California is considering a statewide Long-Term Care Insurance program that is also known as AB 567. If passed, this bill would require residents to pay an increased income tax of 0.40% to 0.60% to cover the cost of state-funded long-term care program. In...

Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the podcast studio by Scott Heinila and Dr. Morgan Cutlip, PhD. She recently released her book entitled “Love Your Kids Without Losing Yourself.” As a highly sought after relationship expert, Dr. Morgan knows what it feels like to lose yourself in motherhood, and she’s determined to help mothers navigate it better. Throughout her career, she has helped hundreds o...

Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the podcast studio by Melissa Océan, Founder and CEO of Divorce Strategies Group which is based in Las Vegas. Melissa has been serving clientele in the financial industry since 1992 and has been published nationally in Kiplinger, Thrive Global, Yahoo! News and Yahoo! Finance. Melissa has been creating and designing portfolios for sustainability to post-divorce cl...

Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the podcast studio by entrepreneur and author Nycole Freer. A fellow advisor, Nycole launched Eden Financial this year. One of her passion projects following the launch of her firm was to write her first children’s book. Releasing it in April of this year, “Haisley’s Birthday Money,” which is named after Nycole’s daughter, is full of fun lessons children can take...

Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the podcast studio by Alec Glasser, Founder of The Drake Restaurant in Laguna Beach and The Drake Gives. The Drake Gives launched in 2021, and remains steadfast in its mission to connect, inspire and provide underserved youth with music education, materials and instruments. To date, The Drake Gives has raised nearly half a million dollars to support Save The Musi...

Host Letitia Berbaum was joined in the podcast studio by Jason Ma, a world-renowned Chief Mentor of Next-Gen Leaders and CEO of ThreeEQ, a family business. With over 38 years of industry experience, including cofounding and leading successful education and technology ventures, and over 2 million miles of world travel, Jason has inspired, guided, and transformed 1-on-1 the lives of numerous Gen Z a...

Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the podcast studio by co-host Letitia Berbaum to discuss Monica Morton’s 25-year career as a private detective. As the President and owner of K.N.O.W. LLC Sports and Entertainment Group, Monica has completed over 7,000 investigations. In addition to investigation services, her firm offers cyber security, business due diligence, business development, branding, and...

Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the podcast studio by Scott Heinila to discuss a review of market happenings in 2022 and possible outcomes for 2023. In this episode, Bart and Scott share their thoughts on possible and historical market performance while considering the impact of global turbulence. They also discuss inflation, interest rate hikes and the Bear Market. Learn more in the episode ab...

Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the podcast studio by co-host Letitia Berbaum to discuss five keys to investing. The duo shares what they have learned about the state of investments and potential opportunities, as well as areas that may be worth looking into. Additionally, they share key points from candid conversations they have had with other investment professionals. In this episode gain acc...

Host Letitia Berbaum was joined in the podcast studio by Linda Rank, Founder of soul&beautyMEDx. Linda Rank has been at the forefront of the aesthetic industry for over 20 years. Expanding in 2021 and relocating her practice, the innovative new location in Mission Viejo offers an unparalleled line-up of services, including laser, skin care and BOTOX® memberships at the hands of industry best pract...

Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the podcast studio by co-host Letitia Berbaum to discuss the SECURE Act 2.0. In this special episode, Bart and Letitia review the key policies noted in the SECURE Act 2.0. They also point out items that did not change in the SECURE Act 2.0. Learn more in the episode about: - How the SECURE Act 2.0 affects RMDs - How the SECURE Act 2.0 impacts ROTH taxation - What...