Phoenix Prosperity Podcast

In this episode, Tim Fergestad sits down with Ike Devji, a nationally recognized asset protection attorney with over two decades of experience safeguarding the wealth of business owners, real estate investors, physicians, and other high-net-worth individuals. Ike shares valuable insights into the difference between estate planning and asset protection, and explains why both are crucial for long-term financial security.
The conversation covers real-world examples and common misconceptions—like the false security of revocable living trusts—and why having a trust does not mean your assets are lawsuit-proof. Ike breaks down how legal planning, insurance, tax strategy, and entity structuring all work together to form a solid asset protection plan.
Whether you're just starting to build wealth or you're protecting generational assets, this episode is packed with practical advice for anyone serious about risk management. Tim and Ike also discuss legacy planning, how to prepare the next generation for inherited wealth, and why timing is everything when it comes to protecting what you’ve earned.
 
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In this inspiring episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, host Tim Fergestad sits down with powerhouse leader and coach, Donna Kent. Donna shares her incredible journey from being one of the few women in a male-dominated corporate world to becoming a transformational leadership coach, COO of TrialNav, and advocate for meaningful nonprofit work.
Listeners will learn how leadership is evolving in the hybrid workplace, the value of emotional intelligence, and how self-awareness is foundational to success. Donna breaks down the difference between life coaching and leadership coaching, highlights the DISC assessment as a powerful self-awareness tool, and explores how culture, mentorship, and diversity are key to shaping effective teams.
From the corporate boardroom to building beds for kids in need, Donna’s impact-driven mindset is clear. She shares candid insights on breaking glass ceilings, guiding young leaders, and what it truly means to lead with purpose.
 
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What if one change could save self-insured employers 30% on drug costs and keep your local pharmacy alive? In this episode, Tim Fergestad sits down with Breck Rice – co-founder of ServRx, Chairman of Brim Wellness, and long-time advocate for community pharmacies – to talk about the healthcare system's best-kept secret: the real cost of middlemen.
Breck shares the truth behind pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), how they drive up drug prices, and why independent pharmacies are disappearing. He explains how ServRx is helping employers and pharmacies cut out the middleman and build a more transparent and fair system.
 
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In this episode, Tim Fergestad sits down with aerospace innovator and racing enthusiast Jim Cantrell—the man who helped Elon Musk launch SpaceX and is now tackling the next revolution in space with Phantom Space.
Jim shares his incredible journey from childhood soapbox races to co-founding game-changing startups in both the automotive and aerospace industries. They dive deep into how Phantom Space is aiming to become the "Henry Ford of Space" by making space access cheaper, faster, and smarter. He also talks about Quantum Motors, a new venture creating ultra-efficient electric motors that could change aviation, drones, and even spacecraft.
From racing vintage Lamborghinis to working with the French and Russian space agencies, Jim opens up about what drives him, the challenges of founding 12 startups, and why data centers in orbit might just be the key to the next tech frontier.
Whether you're a space nerd, startup founder, or just love a good origin story—this episode is packed with energy, insight, and vision for the future.
 
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In this episode of The Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, host Tim Fergestad sits down with powerhouse financial consultant Renee Scherzer, Senior Vice President at OneDigital. Renee shares her professional journey from founding her own retirement planning firm to successfully merging it with OneDigital, all while staying rooted in personal growth and service to others.
Renee dives deep into the often misunderstood world of retirement planning, discussing how Secure Act legislation is reshaping how people prepare for retirement, the misconceptions employees have about their financial futures, and how companies can better support financial wellness across all levels of their workforce.
 
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In this episode, Tim Fergestad is joined by Sentari Minor, Executive Vice President and Chief of Staff at EvolvedMD—a company redefining mental healthcare by integrating behavioral health directly into primary care settings.
Sentari shares how EvolvedMD has grown from 10 to over 250 employees, expanded across multiple states, and raised $34 million in Series B funding. He explains how their unique collaborative care model places therapists right in primary care clinics, helping patients receive timely, in-person support for anxiety, depression, and more.
Tim and Sentari dive into the impacts of COVID on mental health access, the misconceptions about therapy, and why integrated care is helping destigmatize seeking mental health services. Sentari also shares his personal journey—from nonprofit leadership to executive coaching—and how he’s learning to slow down, say no, and make space for creative expression through writing.
 
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In this episode, Tim sits down with Tiffany House, a nationally recognized tax, estate, and charitable strategist, to unpack the tools and strategies behind effective estate planning, charitable giving, and business exits. Tiffany, a self-proclaimed “recovering financial advisor,” brings decades of experience working with high-net-worth individuals, families, and nonprofits to design custom solutions that align with values, minimize taxes, and protect wealth across generations.
They dive into values-based estate planning, donor-advised funds, charitable remainder trusts, and why private foundations might not always be the right fit. Tiffany also explains how she guides families through emotionally complex transitions, whether selling a business, passing wealth to children, or creating legacy-driven giving plans.
 
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In this inspiring episode, Tim Fergestad sits down with Pamela Wirth—COO of Valley Regional Anesthesia Associates and founder of Hello Health—to talk about her powerful personal journey that led her into the world of functional medicine and holistic health.
Pamela shares the deeply personal story of her son’s health challenges, his recovery through integrative treatments, and how that experience sparked the launch of her health-focused company and podcast, Hello Health. She opens up about the limitations of traditional approaches to chronic conditions and how testing, supplements, and root-cause analysis became game-changers for her family.
 
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In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with solar industry veteran Tripper Gawan for a rich and thoughtful conversation on the current state—and future—of solar energy.
With over a decade of experience in solar installation, operations, and technology, Tripper shares how he built multiple ventures in the solar space, including Solero and Gawan Enterprises, and why he's passionate about helping "orphaned" solar customers whose systems were never fully activated.
From discussing the evolution of solar panel efficiency to building a proprietary CRM called Jules, Tripper offers grounded insights into how solar can be a game-changer—especially for commercial real estate and multifamily operators.
 
 
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In this episode, Tim Fergestad welcomes Kimber Lanning, the powerhouse behind Local First Arizona, the largest coalition of locally-owned businesses in the nation. Kimber shares how her passion for community and economic fairness led her to create an organization that levels the playing field for local entrepreneurs.
They explore how supporting locally-owned businesses creates real economic resilience in Arizona, and why ownership — not just geography — matters when building strong communities. Kimber dives into how Local First Arizona has shaped Phoenix’s adaptive reuse policy, launched incubator kitchens to support food entrepreneurs, and stood up against unfair subsidies given to big-box chains.
Whether it’s helping families in affordable housing start side hustles or changing policy to help small businesses open doors faster, Kimber’s impact is wide-reaching. She also shares her reflections on real estate, taxes, and what she wishes she’d known sooner about building long-term wealth.
 
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