Phoenix Prosperity Podcast

In this episode, Tim Fergestad talks with Nathan Hill, the CEO and co-founder of Strive Pharmacy, a rapidly scaling compounding pharmacy based in Gilbert, Arizona. Starting in 2018, Nathan and his childhood friend turned business partner, Mike Walker, grew Strive to eight locations across the U.S., with over 700 employees and multi-nine-figure revenue.
Nathan shares how his journey from door-to-door sales in Utah led him into pharmaceutical sales and eventually entrepreneurship. He dives deep into what makes Strive different—focusing on personalized medicine, hormone therapy, weight loss, and anti-aging treatments—while avoiding the limitations of insurance-based care.
We also hear how Strive is navigating legal battles with pharmaceutical giants like Eli Lilly, building a strong company culture, and maintaining regulatory compliance across 50 states. Nathan opens up about their vision to become a household name in personalized healthcare and why they're doubling down on transparency, innovation, and storytelling.
What You’ll Learn:
How Nathan’s background in sales led to starting a healthcare company
What compounding pharmacies are and why they matter
The role of personalized medicine in today’s healthcare landscape
Strive’s explosive growth and how they’re handling it
Legal and regulatory challenges in the industry
The future of peptides, GLP-1s, and anti-aging therapies
How strong culture and leadership keep a fast-growing company grounded
 
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In this inspiring episode, Tim sits down with longtime friend and healthcare entrepreneur Clint Borman, a physical therapist who’s revolutionizing care through his new venture, Oxygen Wellness & Physical Therapy. With over 25 years in physical therapy and executive healthcare roles, Clint shares his journey from collegiate athlete to scaling a 39-location PT empire — and now, to pioneering a wellness-forward, concierge-style practice in Phoenix.
Clint opens up about why traditional healthcare models are falling short, and how he’s creating a space where patients get the time, touch, and individualized attention they truly need. We dive into:
Why Clint left a corporate PT career to launch Oxygen Wellness
The pitfalls of insurance-driven care and how he’s designing a better model
What “whole-person” wellness really looks like
How regenerative medicine, red light therapy, and cryo chambers are changing recovery
The unique mix of entrepreneurship, clinical mastery, and personal connection fueling his success
 
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In this powerful episode, attorney and civil rights advocate Ryan Heath joins host Tim Fergestad for a deep dive into the frontlines of constitutional litigation. Ryan shares his journey from launching a nonprofit during the COVID-19 era to leading high-profile lawsuits against organizations like the Arizona Association of Realtors and various California school districts.
He opens up about the personal sacrifices he made to defend children, families, and individuals whose rights he believes were trampled by government mandates and ideological agendas. From standing with students resisting mask mandates to suing over election integrity and free speech violations, Ryan doesn’t shy away from controversy.
We explore how his experience shaped his legal philosophy, why expressive conduct matters under the First Amendment, and how Arizona’s unique constitution plays a role in modern litigation. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to take on powerful institutions in court — or why someone would — this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
Key Topics Covered:
Civil rights litigation during and after COVID
Free speech and “expressive conduct” under the law
Legal battles with trade associations over social media posts
Election lawsuits and lessons from Carrie Lake’s legal team
Why Ryan believes kids and parents must stand up for their rights
The path from pro bono burnout to sustainable legal impact
 
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In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with Tracey Shaw Frost, president of Smart Document Solutions and the last remaining Xerox agent in Arizona. Tracey shares how selling Xerox machines became a family tradition, and how she carved her own path in a consolidating industry dominated by private equity and disappearing local service.
She discusses her journey from commission-based employee to owning her own Xerox agency, how she turned fear into motivation, and why she’s passionate about keeping customer service local and personal in an increasingly automated world. From burning out in her early years to learning how to scale her business with purpose, Tracey offers real-world wisdom for entrepreneurs navigating growth, technology, and work-life balance.
Key themes:
Why local service still matters in a tech-driven world
The surprising evolution of copiers and AI in office tech
How Tracey built her business through grit, community ties, and trust
What younger salespeople are missing—and why in-person skills still matter
Her take on education, personal finance, and creating a meaningful legacy
 
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In this episode, Tim Fergestad chats with Mahesh Vinayagam, the mind behind two cutting-edge ventures: Cubatica, a leader in AI-powered business automation, and Just Predict, a unique peer-to-peer predictions platform. Mahesh dives into how intelligent bots are transforming workflows across industries—and why even in a world of DIY tools, businesses still need experts for scalable, reliable solutions.
Then, the conversation shifts to Just Predict, a social predictions exchange where human insight—not algorithms—drives the market. Mahesh explains how the app works, why it's different from gambling, and how it could change how we think about forecasting outcomes, from cricket to U.S. elections to album charts.
Tune in to hear how Mahesh balances fast-growing Cubatica with the early momentum of Just Predict, and get inspired by his vision for the future of both AI and collective intelligence.
In this episode:
The evolution from RPA to intelligent AI agents
How Cubatica is helping enterprises automate at scale
The vision behind Just Predict and how it differs from traditional betting
Social forecasting and the power of human insight
Mahesh’s journey as a tech founder and community member
 
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In this energizing episode, Tim sits down with Rafael Cortez—a powerhouse real estate investor, coach, and organizational psychologist—to talk all things real estate, mindset, and entrepreneurship. From his start as a teenage firefighter to running multiple successful companies, Rafael brings a rare blend of grit and insight.
You’ll hear Rafael share how his first business was born from problem-solving on the fly, how understanding psychology transformed his leadership, and why clarity is the key to taking meaningful action in business. He also reveals practical strategies on hiring for strengths, managing burnout, and creating systems that free you from being trapped in your own company.
If you’re a real estate investor or entrepreneur looking to level up, you’ll love Rafael’s approach to mindset, execution, and scaling.
What We Covered:
Rafael’s unconventional journey into real estate and entrepreneurship
How burnout led him to study psychology and build smarter businesses
Tips for hiring and managing teams using behavioral insights
Rafael’s top lead generation strategies that are working right now
Why clarity is the key to momentum in business
The importance of finding intrinsic motivation and your personal “why”
 
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In this energizing episode, host Tim Fergestad sits down with Ali Parnian, founder of Impact Delivered, to explore what it means to lead with purpose and build communities of high-performing, impact-driven entrepreneurs.
Ali shares how years of strategic consulting opened his eyes to the sacrifices business leaders often make—and how he transitioned to a new chapter that prioritizes family, meaningful work, and community. He talks about launching Impact Delivered, a hybrid mastermind and networking community designed for servant-hearted leaders who want to grow their businesses while staying aligned with their values.
The conversation dives into:
How Ali created space to spend more time with his kids—and what that taught him about success
The idea of “impact” and how to measure it beyond profit
Building authentic community with non-transactional leaders
Strategy, scaling, and letting small fires burn to solve big problems
How purpose and process drive performance and fulfillment
The importance of marketing and self-investment for entrepreneurs
 
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At just 18 years old, Jared MacLiver is already making bold moves in real estate. Known as "The Kid Investor," Jared shares his inspiring story of buying his first investment property — an underperforming RV park in Arizona — before he could legally sign the documents himself. In this episode, Jared walks us through the journey of how he went from cold-calling leads to closing a creative seller-financed deal.
We also dive into the practical side: how Jared is repositioning the park by billing back utilities, introducing propane services, and improving marketing. He talks about the challenges of managing employees, working with mentors, and educating the next generation through his new coaching venture, Rise By 25.
This is a must-listen for anyone interested in real estate investing, teen entrepreneurship, or how the next generation is thinking differently about business and wealth.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
How Jared bought his first park at age 17
Creative seller financing strategies
The differences between RV parks and mobile home parks
Tactical value-add strategies to improve NOI
What it's like managing a property and employees at such a young age
Why he avoids social media and how that supports his business focus
How “Rise By 25” is empowering youth to learn real estate investing
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In this inspiring episode, Tim Fergestad sits down with April Lopez, the passionate and purpose-driven CEO of Recovery Empowerment Network (REN), a peer-led nonprofit based in Central Phoenix. With two decades of community service under its belt, REN is reshaping what recovery can look like for individuals navigating serious mental illness, substance use, and reentry after incarceration.
April shares how REN’s non-clinical, peer-based approach empowers members to take ownership of their recovery journeys—whether it’s learning how to cook a meal, get to a job interview, or simply find a safe space for connection and support. From walk-in recovery centers and peer certifications to camping trips and facials, REN's holistic services go far beyond traditional care.
April also opens up about the challenges of funding peer support work, and their vision for launching a reentry home in the coming year. This is a must-listen for anyone interested in mental health, community building, and grassroots recovery efforts that truly change lives.
Key Topics Covered:
The peer-led model of recovery and empowerment
Holistic and dignity-based services offered at REN
Addressing social isolation, food insecurity, and technology gaps
Project Open Sky: reconnecting with nature through camping
Preparing members for employment and independence
The upcoming 90-day reentry housing program
Challenges in nonprofit sustainability and supporting peer staff
 
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In this inspiring and informative episode, Tim sits down with Flynann Janisse, the powerhouse behind Rainbow Housing Assistance Corporation. With over two decades of experience in affordable housing, Flynann brings a wealth of knowledge about how we can create sustainable, safe, and community-driven living spaces for low-income individuals, families, veterans, and seniors.
Flynann shares how Rainbow Housing operates across 23 states, supporting over 90,000 individuals through community-based services that go far beyond traditional housing. From GED programs and mental health partnerships to employment training and financial literacy, Rainbow’s goal is to empower residents toward long-term self-sufficiency.
They dive deep into the difference between Section 8 and LIHTC programs, how affordable housing developments actually work, and why owners and operators are increasingly partnering with organizations like Rainbow to stabilize struggling properties and foster healthier communities.
Flynann also discusses how Rainbow’s outreach model builds trust and drives real change within underserved communities—one family, one apartment complex at a time.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
The difference between affordable, workforce, and subsidized housing
How Rainbow Housing helps both residents and property owners
The real impact of social services on property performance
Tax credits, development incentives, and why developers get involved
The importance of trust-building and long-term community investment
 
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