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From celery juice cleanses to infrared saunas and biohacking everything—wellness trends are everywhere. But how much of it is actually backed by science, and how much is just clever marketing? On today’s episode, we sit down with Dr. Carrie of Benessair Health to discuss some of the most popular health and wellness fads making the rounds today. With expert insights and a no-nonsense approach, we separate fact from fiction so you can make informed decisions about what’s really worth your time (and money).

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Dr. Carrie Bordinko is a Board-Certified Interna...

On today’s podcast, musician and Artistic Director of the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM), Andrew Walesch shares how MIM offers a hands-on, immersive experience that celebrates music’s role in shaping history and human connection.

BACK STORY

Like a good many before him, singer and pianist Andrew Walesch somehow manages to encapsulate the sophistication of a cosmopolite and the self-effacing charm of a country boy.

Whether composing and arranging or appearing in settings ranging from solo artist to big band, this Minnesota native, who crisscrosses the country playing dates big and small, is as r...

On today’s podcast, owner of The Italian Daughter and Patricia’s Pizza, Melissa Maggiore shares how she’s honoring her father’s legacy and passion, one dish at a time.

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Melissa Maggiore Meyer is the owner of two prominent restaurants here in the Valley— The Italian Daughter, an Italian eatery located in North Scottsdale and the recently opened Patricia’s Pizza. Each concept is inspired by her family’s love for food and Italian heritage. As the daughter of the late famed restaurant, Tomaso Maggiore, the restaurant industry is in her blood. Meli...

On today’s podcast, Founder and CEO of af&co., Andrew Freeman shares Expert Tips and Trends in Travel, Luxury Hotels and Fine Dining, and Strategies to stay relevant, resourceful, and respected in your industry

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Named as one of the Top 25 Most Extraordinary Minds in Sales and Marketing by the Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International, and was named a PRNEWS CEO of the Year Honoree for 2023, Andrew brings a combination of deep industry experience, passion and creativity to every endeavor. With 40 years in the hospitality industry and af&co. celebrating its 20th...

If you’re looking to own Arizona real estate or moving within our beautiful state, this podcast is for you.

Welcome to ICONIC Estates, a podcast presented by Russ Lyon/Sotheby’s International Realty for people who love Arizona and the opportunity to live in luxury in the pristine desert. I’m your host Renee Dee, publisher of ICONIC LIFE magazine, and I’ll be with you each month for the show.

On the pod today, I’ve got CP Drewett, who will talk with us about the relationship between strong architecture and the world of real es...

On today’s podcast, President of West Construction and Development Co. Scott West talks all things renovation of Arizona homes.

BACK STORY

Scott is proud and honored to be leading the family company since 2015.  He grew up with the business and worked on job sites with his dad, Ed, since he was 10 years old.  Now his experience spans all aspects of the construction industry and various trades.

His artistic and creative talents are instrumental to the vision and development of each project and his strong analytical and financial experience guide the company's growth.

Making It Into The Modeling Industry | Owner of FORD/Robert Black Agency Sheree Hartwell Shares What It Takes To Make It In The Modeling Industry 

On today’s podcast, owner of FORD/Robert Black Agency Sheree Hartwell shares the ins and outs of the modeling world and what attributes they look when recruiting new talent.

BACK STORY

Since its origination in 1987, the FORD/Robert Black Agency has been one of the most prominent model and talent agencies in the Southwest. Sheree Hartwell purchased the agency from founder Robert Black on March 1, 2005, after being the...

On today’s podcast, owner of Oasis Luxury Smart Homes Justin Worley shares how assistive technology for your home can be personalized to your lifestyle needs. With smart home technology on the rise, learn about the many benefits of customizing your home’s lighting design & control, electrical, audio / video, shades, security, comfort control, outdoor entertainment, home automation and more from a true expert.

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Justin has over fifteen years of experience in the home automation sector. Today he owns Scottsdale’s premier source for the design, installation and personalized programming of your home entertainment and co...

On today’s podcast, Arizona Real Estate Mogul and Change Agent Tim McBride shares his personal journey of finding a bigger purpose beyond real estate, leaving a legacy of service.

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Originally from Vancouver, Canada, Tim McBride pursued a career in professional sports and entertainment upon earning undergraduate and graduate degrees in the field. After his sports-tech company plateaued, he found himself back in Arizona and pivoted into what has been a fruitful six-year career in real estate.

Now residing in the Scottsdale area, McBride works with residential clients in Scottsdale and ne...

Do you really know what's in your food? On today’s podcast, co-founder of Seed Oil Free Alliance Corey Nelson shares what exactly seed oils are, the dangers they may cause to your health, and how to avoid using them in the kitchen. 

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Corey Nelson is co-founder of the Seed Oil Free Alliance, a certification company that's helping industry and consumers switch to healthier oils and fats. Corey is responsible for product development and policy at the Seed Oil Free Alliance. He oversees consumer education, strategic partnerships, lab testing and certified product surveillance. He...

Are you ready to embark on the cruise of your dreams? On today’s podcast, cruise specialist Jonathan Phillips and Tami Louis of Regent Seven Seas Cruises share their years of cruise experience to help get you ready for the perfect odyssey on water!   

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Jonathan is a destination and cruise specialist, having visited over 76 + countries and all seven continents, and cruised on nearly every cruise line.

Originally from London, United Kingdom, Jonathan now resides in beautiful Phoenix, Arizona and has called America his home for the past 32 years, proudly becoming a US ci...

Are you ready to embark on the cruise of your dreams? On today’s podcast, cruise specialist Jonathan Phillips and Tami Louise of Regent Seven Seas Cruises share their years of cruise experience and the ins and outs of the world’s best cruise lines.  

BACK STORY

Jonathan is a destination and cruise specialist, having visited over 76 + countries and all seven continents, and cruised on nearly every cruise line.

Originally from London, United Kingdom, Jonathan now resides in beautiful Phoenix, Arizona and has called America his home for the past 32 years, proudly becoming a US c...

On today’s podcast, co-founder and president of Foothill Catalog Foundation and Architect, Alex Athensen shares his journey of helping rebuild and restore the Pacific Palisades and the community affected following the devastation from the fires.  

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Alex Athenson is the President and Co-Founder of the Foothill Catalog Foundation, and an Architect and Urban Designer in Pasadena, CA. Mr. Athenson was born and raised in Lake Forest, IL, and earned a B.A. in Economics from the University of Chicago, as well as a Master of Architecture from the University of Notre Dame. With an e...

Are you ready to enjoy fine art from around the world, all in one place? On today’s podcast, Scottsdale Art Week founder and owner of Brennen Fine Art Trey Brennen and strategic partner architect Mark Candelaria share why you don’t want to miss this year’s Scottsdale Ferrari Art Week, a four-day event filled with fine art from around the world and exciting activities for attendees to enjoy.

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Trey Brennen is a 2nd generation Art Dealer who has resided in 6 affluent art communities around the country, and has exhibited in multiple fairs...

Would you know if you were having a heart attack? On today’s podcast, Catherine Tuton and her cardiologist Dr. Christina Reuss, both chairing the Honor Ball to benefit Honor Health, share Catherine’s personal story of how she survived her heart attack, and the warning signs to watch out for. Plus, in honor of Valentine’s Day, Dr. Reuss offers tips for improving your heart health.

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Catherine Tuton has a passion for serving her community and making a positive impact on the lives of others. With a love for philanthropy and a heart...

Whether you are designing a 100,000 sq. ft. mansion or a charming beach cottage, the principles of good design are always in play. On today’s podcast, Paul McClean shares how he loves working with clients of all sizes to design a home that provides the backdrop to living a beautiful life.

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Paul McClean is a member of the American Institute of Architects and is a licensed architect in multiple states.  McClean grew up in Ireland, where he attended the Dublin Institute of Technology graduating with honors in architecture in 1994.  During his time...

Are you tired of dressing in sun protective clothing that has no fashion sense? On today’s podcast, Kristine & Addy Thompson, mother and daughter team, share their journey to creating a fashion brand, NINI, that puts the cute and stylish into sun protective clothing. Plus, they share their first venture into entrepreneurship for the duo.

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Kristine and Addison, a dynamic mother-daughter duo whose passion for an active lifestyle under the sun led to the creation of a revolutionary fashion brand. Nestled in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, Kristine and Addison's journey began with a...

Did you know that you are hard-wired to experience different spaces and design in your own way? On today’s podcast, Richard Fleming shares how designing to the five senses provides the ultimate design experience, and how to design spaces for productivity, comfort and inspiration.

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Richard Fleming is a neuro-architect, innovator, and entrepreneur for 20+ years creating transformative, people-centric environments that engage all the human senses. He is committed to creating user experiences (UX) that challenge traditional paradigms and lead to innovation and positive human approach.

He designed over 10K built projects fo...

Are you ready to up your workout game? On today’s podcast, Jodi Stokes shares how to make fitness a part of your life in just 21 minutes a day. Plus, she shares her tips for staying consistent and how to optimize your results with good nutrition and a healthy mindset.

BACK STORY

After receiving her Bachelor of Exercise Science from the University of Arizona, she began her lifelong commitment toward fitness and wellness at the world renowned Canyon Ranch Spa in Tucson, AZ. There she discovered her love for teaching water exercise. 

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Do you want to make an impact on your personal health in 2025? On today’s podcast, Dr. Carrie Bordinko, Medical Director of Bennesair and board certified internal medicine physician shares a year-long plan that could dramatically improve your health with month-by-month strategies and tactics to make measureable gains.

BACK STORY

Dr. Carrie Bordinko is a board-certified internal medicine physician. Creating Bennesair Health has been her dream in the making for more than 20 years. Dr. Bordinko practicies what she preaches by maintaining a daily regimen of fitness, nutrition and moderation. She spends her free time weightlifting, bo...

Do you want to dial up your success in the new year? Publisher Renee Dee shares her annual chat on how to make the year ahead the best yet with her Live Beautifully wheel and how she uses it to create results for herself.

On today’s podcast, Renee leads the conversation in a solocast.

BACK STORY

Always interested in personal development, Renee Dee got her coaching certification in 2010 to help bring out the best in others and to keep her eye on bringing out the best in herself…an ongoing journey. In her...

Did you know that over-the-counter skincare can contain up to 12,500 unique chemical ingredients approved for use in the United States?  Spencer Dee shares how his product with just five organic ingredients is creating skincare results.

On today’s podcast, Renee talks with Spencer Dee, founder True Harvest Skincare.

Website: trueharvestskincare.com

Instagram: @trueharvestskin 

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Toxic ingredients in our skincare, in our homes and in our food can lead to a host of health complications like inflammatory conditions, chronic disease, depression, fatigue and even cancer.

A new gene...

If you want a more youthful appearance without surgery, Trish Gulbranson shares the latest technology and treatments to bring out the best in you from hydrafacials to light therapy to microneedling with microfrequency.

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If you struggle with thyroiditis or Hashimoto's thyroid disease, Dr. Christianson's thyroid reset diet can reduce or eliminate the need for medication, ultimately helping sufferers feel better for the long term.

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Retained to design some of the most magnificent homes in the world, Errol Dejager is an artist as much as he is a strategist. As the founding principal of Dejager Design, a full-service interior design firm with offices in Newport Beach and Beverly Hills, he brings his more than 30 years of experience to his craft. Working with world-renowned architects and builders, his specialty is interior architecture and design in the luxury, high-end residential market. He is currently developing projects in Los Angeles, Orange County, and Miami that range from 4,500 to 105,000 square feet.

Dejager’s personable and crea...

With 13 ICONIC Design Awards and a newish business, Cammie Hancock Beckert is walking in her family's footsteps building a custom home building company that puts soft skills first and leans into her lifetime of experience in the field.  

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Can a home truly add joy to your life? Dan D' Agostino, ICONIC Design Awards judge and architect, says yes and shares how he works with clients to create a joyful process for a successful outcome. Renee talks to Dan about how to understand your clients to deliver on their goals.

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What kind of legacy can you build when you know your career destiny at a young age. Renee talks with her dear friend Steve Elton about how persistence got him the job of his dreams, and 30 years later, he's being honored with a coveted induction into the National Furnishing Association Hall of Fame for his life's work in outdoor furnishings, mentoring young designers and curating the iconic brand of Brown Jordan.

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World Series champion turned life coach, Tood Stottlemyre joins host Renee Dee to chat all things personal development, drive, passion, and how to stay in the game when the going gets tough. Todd has enjoyed many successes over his long career but not without hardship. 

Todd and Renee take a deep dive into what it's like to get in the trenches and actually work on your character and road forward to a better and more integrated life. 

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You can spend thousands of dollars each month chasing health and longevity, but if you haven't first mastered the foundation of healthy living... the things you can do for free... no amount of biohacking can make up for not getting the basics right.

Dr. Wilder shares her healthy, daily dozen and ways to integrate healthy strategies into your daily routines. 

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Joined by Dr. Carrie Bordinko, Dr. Michael Breus (with 39 appearances on the Dr. Oz Show) shares how not sleeping is the new smoking and why getting good sleep, meaning experiencing all four sleep cycles, rebuilds your mind, repairs your body and contributes to living longer and with less risk for disease.

He'll share his recipe for falling asleep, creating a 7-day-a-week sleep schedule and what to do if you can't fall back asleep in the night. Plus, he previews his new book, "Sleep, Drink, Breathe," and why these three things are the essentials of health and well-being.<...

There are hundreds of ingredients that are toxic or dangerous to your skin. Find out what to avoid and how to read the labels. Melissa shares the most effective ingredients today in the battle for healthy and youthful skin, plus a morning routine that will change your perspective on daily habits.

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Fresh off it's Best of Show win at the 73rd Annual Concours D' Elegance at Pebble Beach, Renee talks with Chief Designer for Bugatti, Frank Heyl to learn of the brands legacy, provenance and show-stopping style. With just 80 vehicles handcrafted each year, this bespoke brand is the jewel in any car collector's crown.

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On their second podcast together, Dr. John Oliver talks with Renee about peptides and answers some questions about this hot topic in health and wellness. He talks about what they are, how to use them and why medical supervision matters. 

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In this episode, Renee Dee talks to Dr. Carrie Bordinko, founder of Benessair Health, about the latest instagram craze, wellness trends and practices. Bordinko explains what health and wellness content from Instagram is reliable and what to avoid as well as diving into the reason behind the plethora of longevity remedies and practices on Instagram and which Instagram Shop wellness products are actually worth it.  

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In this episode, Renee talks with Honor Health CEO Todd LaPorte to learn how Scottsdale is working to transform the city to a Blue Zone Certified Community through increased exercise, accessibility to healthy food, socialization opportunities and celebrating those living to 100.

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Do you have access to the hottest restaurants and clubs? Can you secure tickets to a sold-out event? You can if you know Travis Turner, CEO of Luxe Lifestyle, a private concierge service with limitless energy and connections to get you where you want to go. Find out how Travis does it and how you can work with a private concierge, too.

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On this episode of ICONIC Hour, Renee sits down with Carly Klein, president of NHLMA. 80 million people around the world are experiencing hair loss, and at NHLMA, they know that it's personal and emotional to each one of them. They talk all things relating to hair health, company offerings and their process of getting to the root cause.  NHLMA strives to understand what environmental aggressors are in your home that could be contributing to your hair challenges. 

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Kimbal Musk, a South African chef and restaurateur, is the owner of The Kitchen Restaurant Group, which boasts a variety of restaurants in Colorado and Chicago. As the younger brother of businessman Elon Musk, Kimbal is no stranger to pushing boundaries and taking risks. However, his journey has taken a unique turn towards the food industry.

In this episode of ICONIC Hour, Musk discusses the challenges that have shaped his culinary journey, from a life-changing injury and years of rehabilitation to living through the tragedy of 9/11. Through all these challenges, his passion for cooking has remained steadfast...

Holly Hunt is a name that is synonymous with luxury design. In 1983, she opened her first showroom in Chicago showcasing a global assortment of luxury furniture. With a passion for art and architecture, and a strong entrepreneurial spirit, she was able to grow her brand into an emporium of design, having opened 10 showrooms across the United States and one in London. 

Listen as she shares insights into how she built her empire, from the opening of her first showroom to starting her own signature collections. Holly also shares the delicate balance between her career and her family l...