Today I sat down with Danielle Fehmel, a successful realtor in the Long Beach area and one of my dearest friend. In this episode, we discussed work ethic, goal setting and achieving, time management, and how to run a successful business all while navigating the life of a parent.

I truly enjoyed our discussion, and if you would like to get in touch with Danielle about real estate, below is her contact info.

https://www.instagram.com/danifehmel/

Today I sat down with Kara Flinstone, the owner of Dank Donuts in Bear Big, CA. In this episode, we talked about bringing a donut shop to this unique mountain town, the challenges she faced when opening a store front, and the power of belief and community which allowed her dreams to come true.

I hope you enjoy this episode and if you would like to visit or support Dank Donuts, please see the info below.

https://www.dankdonuts.com/

https://www.instagram.com/dankdonuts?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Today I sat down with the producer of the Booker and Stryker show on iHeart Radio, Edward Saldana aka DJ Regul8. Edward and I discuss his journey of being in the music industry from playing small gigs with his friends in his hometown, running a hip hop education radio show at Cal State Long Beach, DJ'ing in Vegas, and all the challenges and opportunities hard work has provided for him in his career.

Below are the following ways you can support DJ Regul8 or find him on his afternoon show on iHeart Radio.

https://www.instagram.com/djregul8?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

https://alt987fm.iheart.com/featured/booker-and-stryker/

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Today I sat down with the founder of Prepable Meals, Kim St. Clair. Prepable Meals is becoming one of the fastest growing meal prep companies based in Southern California and is known for their Whole 30 approach to keeping their

In this episode, we discuss all the success and challenges Kim has experienced throughout her journey of running this business. We chat about the motivation it takes when starting your own business, creating the menu, keeping up with the competition, and much more.

(00:00:00) Intro/ How We Met

(00:06:53) The Conception of Prepable

(00:30:03) Creating the Menu

(00:44:15) Operations

(00:54:45) Dealing with Competition

(01:14:15) Expanding outside of California

(01:26:14) Final Questions and Closing Thoughts

In this episode, I sit down with the owner and founder of Level Acupuncture, Dr. Lindsay Trottier. Dr. Trottier is a practitioner of acupuncture and Chinese medicine, and also happens to be one of my longest tenured friend.

We discuss the positive results of using acupuncture for pain relief, the benefits of Chinese herbs for many different conditions and deficiencies, and ways that her practice goes beyond medical treatment to determine how to better one's life in the fullest way possible.

Below are ways you can find out more about Dr. Trottier's services and support her practice.

https://levelacupuncture.com/

https://www.instagram.com/aculindsay?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Today I sat down with co owner of Vida Mexican & Tequila and Salt and Pearl in the Riviera Village of Redondo Beach, CA, my long time friend, Justin Essman.

In this episode we discuss many topics including our time together working at a restaurant, Justin's nightlife promotions company, learning the ins and outs of managing a bar and restaurant in Hermosa Beach, and finally, opening two of his own restaurants in Redondo Beach. We chat also chat about work ethic and balancing dad life outside of work.

(00:00:00) Intro/ How We Met

(00:05:05) The Rise of LTW

(00:16:47) OWL Festival

(00:28:48) LTW to Sharkeez

(00:37:27) Tower 12

(00:51:48) Meeting Mickey

(01:03:47) Opening Vida

(01:17:44) Salt and Pearl

(01:27:19) Bella Vita

(01:39:00) Final Advice and Closing Thoughts

In this episode, I sit down with Josh Sedgwick, a long time friend who quit his manager role at a restaurant to pursue his passion and start his own personal training business. We discuss all things related to health including fitness, nutrition, and mental health as well as all the challenges Josh faced when starting a business in one of the most impacted career spaces.

(00:00:00) Intro

(00:03:02) Getting In To Fitness

(00:07:34) Personal Training Background

(00:10:00) Quitting Day Job

(00:16:57) Starting JoshFit Training

(00:24:12) Fitness

(00:33:04) Nutrition

(00:44:50) Mental Health

(00:57:37) Work & Life Balance

(01:02:35) Motivating and Closing Thoughts

Below are ways to support Josh and get in touch with him if you or someone you know would like to start their fitness journey.

JoshFit Training

https://www.instagram.com/joshfit_training?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Email Josh with training inquires below:

[email protected]

In this episode, I chat with one of the bravest people I know and discuss her journey of making it in the stand up comedy world. We go over the creative process that goes into writing material for a set, the challenges of balancing personal life with the grind of being a successful stand up comic, and what it's like being a woman in the comedy world.

Below are ways you can support and check out one of the upcoming shows where Alexis will be performing.

https://www.alexisprigo.com/

https://www.instagram.com/alexisprigo

In this episode, I sit down with one of my best friends to talk about his journey in opening up four different businesses in Bali, Indonesia. We discuss the challenges of opening a restaurant in a foreign country, the joy of getting to create something from scratch, the obstacles in overcoming a pandemic, and much more. Please enjoy this episode with my good friend, Luigi.

Below are ways you can check out everything Luigi is involved with;

Rise and Shine Cafe

https://www.instagram.com/riseandshine_bali/

Bocas Tacos & Tequila

https://www.instagram.com/bocastacos/

A yoga guru, a lulu lemon ambassador, the creator

Below are ways you can support the things Stephanie is involved with, along with other ideas we discuss in this episode.

Glo

https://www.glo.com/

Prana Planner

https://pranaplanner.com/

https://www.instagram.com/pranaplanner?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Huberman Lab Podcast - Journaling Episode

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3vaKIhiUmz3CVPxAmD74We?si=O1qign-zR0CakjOxIJzSPg