The Art of High-End Audio: Inside LMC Home Entertainment
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In this special episode, we sit down with Mike Ware, co-founder of LMC Home Entertainment, one of the nation’s premier destinations for luxury sound and home cinema. With showrooms in Scottsdale and Tempe, Arizona, LMC has spent over 25 years curating some of the finest audio systems on the planet, earning top honors from elite brands like Burmester, Linn, McIntosh, Sonus faber, and Wilson Audio. Website: lmche.com Instagram: lmc_home_entertainment BACK STORY LMC Home Entertainment is one of the nation’s premier high-end audio and video showrooms, with locations in Scottsdale and...
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The Next Chapter of ICONIC LIFE
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In this special episode, we introduce the new owner of ICONIC LIFE magazine, Tracy Thomas II, and explore what this exciting new chapter means for the brand’s future. From honoring the publication’s legacy of elevated living and design, to unveiling a bold vision for what’s next, this conversation offers an inside look at the evolution of an iconic platform. Tune in as we discuss leadership, innovation, and how ICONIC Life plans to continue inspiring discerning readers in fresh, meaningful ways. Website: iconiclife.com Instagram: iconiclifemag BACK STORY It is an honor to...
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Designing the Desert in Stone
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In this episode, we sit down with Joseph Garcia, the visionary behind Stone Revolution, to talk craftsmanship, creativity, and the evolution of luxury surfaces in the desert design scene. Garcia shares how Stone Revolution became a premier destination in Palm Desert for custom stone fabrication, exotic slabs, and high-end installations. From sourcing rare materials to collaborating with top designers, he reveals what it takes to transform raw stone into architectural statements. Website: stonerevolution.com Instagram: stonerevolutioninc BACK STORY Located in Palm Desert, California,...
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Building the Future of Cancer Care With Dr. Bryce
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In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Bryce from City of Hope, a leading expert at one of the nation’s top cancer research and treatment centers. Dr. Bryce brings deep clinical insight and real-world experience to a wide-ranging conversation on innovation in medicine, patient-centered care, and the future of cancer research. Website: cityofhope.org Instagram: cityofhopeaz BACK STORY Alan H. Bryce, M.D., joined City of Hope® Cancer Center Phoenix as the chief clinical officer in 2023 and is currently the Interim President of City of Hope Phoenix. As a medical oncologist and...
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The Power of Live: Sports, Hospitality, and Global Experiences
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In this episode, we sit down with Paul Caine, President of TKO's On Location business to explore the future of live experiences and global sports entertainment. Paul oversees a vast international portfolio spanning consumer experiences, premium hospitality, and brand partnerships, placing him at the center of how fans engage with the world’s biggest events. Website: onlocationexp.com Instagram: onlocationexp BACK STORY Paul Caine is the President of premium experiential hospitality leader On Location, part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO). In this role, Paul oversees a diverse...
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Lighting the Way to Healthier Homes
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In this episode, we sit down with Brian Johnson and Mike Teolis to explore how Colorbeam Lighting and Senergy360 are redefining the future of residential living through collaboration. By combining circadian-based lighting technology with intelligent home health and wellness monitoring, these two innovators are working together to create homes that actively support how we live, sleep, and feel. Website: senergy360.com Instagram: senergy360 colorbeamlighting BACK STORY SENERGY360 founder Brian Johnson began his career in the lumber industry as a certified lumber grader, where he gained...
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Skincare, Simplified: Dr. Hope on What Really Works
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In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Hope Ijaola, founder of Dr. Hopiola Skincare, for an in-depth conversation about the inspiration, research, and clinical expertise behind the brand—and how to build a skincare routine that actually works. Website: drhopiola.com Instagram: drhopiola BACK STORY As a physician, I noticed that many of my patients, and even I myself, struggled to tolerate certain prescription-grade skincare products, despite their proven benefits. Side effects like burning, stinging, and peeling often made it challenging to use them consistently. This inspired me to explore...
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Lighting Up Longevity: Red Light Therapy Explained with Mito Red Light
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In this episode, we sit down with Scott, the founder of Mito Red Light, to explore the science, innovation, and vision behind one of the leading brands in red light therapy. Scott shares his journey from curiosity to creation, breaking down how red light therapy supports mitochondrial health, recovery, performance, and overall wellness. Website: mitoredlight.com Instagram: mitoredlightofficial BACK STORY Scott Chaverri, founder of Mito Red Light. Scott’s mission is all about empowering people to optimize their health-spans through clinically validated, at-home red light therapy...
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Paris Through Our Eyes: A Candelaria Design Adventure
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On today’s episode, we sit down with Janice Rantanen, Director of Lasting Impressions at Candelaria Design Associates and the visionary planner behind the firm’s ICONIC first Candelaria Design Tour France. Janice takes us inside their most recent adventure to Paris, France, sharing insider experiences, cultural highlights, and all the must-dos for anyone planning to travel abroad. Website: candelariadesign.com Instagram: candelariadesign BACK STORY Janice has lived in the Valley since 1982 and joined Candelaria Design as Director of Lasting Impressions early 2019. She ensures the comfort...
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Transforming Scottsdale Into a Healthier, Happier Community — Inside the Blue Zones Project
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On today’s episode, we sit down with Sarah Kearney, Executive Director of Blue Zones Project Scottsdale, and Todd LaPorte, CEO of HonorHealth, to explore how Scottsdale is taking bold steps toward becoming a longer-living, more connected, and more vibrant community. Website: Instagram: bzpscottsdale BACK STORY With more than 35 years of diverse healthcare experience, Todd LaPorte leads an integrated health system with nine acute-care hospitals, numerous outpatient facilities, a research institute, and various community services impacting social determinants of health and...
info_outlineOn today’s episode, we sit down for Part II of our conversation with legendary Chef Christopher Gross and hospitality visionary Bill Nassikas as they explore the intersection of cuisine, creativity, and guest experience. From Michelin-level kitchens to world-class resorts, they share stories from decades at the top of the culinary and hospitality industries—along with candid conversations with chefs, winemakers, and entrepreneurs redefining what it means to serve. Insight, humor, and behind-the-scenes wisdom—straight from two masters of their craft.
Website: https://wrigleymansion.com/christophers
Instagram: christophersatwrigley
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The president and COO of Westroc Hospitality since its founding, William J. Nassikas boasts decades of successful national and international experience in the hospitality industry. Like CEO Scott Lyon, William gained early exposure to his career path as the son of hotelier James A. Nassikas, founder of the Stanford Court Hotel in San Francisco.
Prior to joining Westroc, William served as senior vice president of operations at Grand Bay Resorts, joining that organization as part of the merger-acquisition of Carefree Resorts. There, he was responsible for all accommodations, restaurant, spa, golf, and other guest service operations for properties including The Boulders Resort, The Buttes in Tempe, The Peaks at Telluride, Carmel Valley Ranch, The Lodge at Ventana Canyon, The Grand Bay Miami, and the famed Golden Door Spa.
Among his many achievements, William was instrumental in the conception and development of Deer Valley Resort in Utah. He gained invaluable experience through executive management positions within Hyatt Hotels, as well as training throughout Europe, including the famed Restaurant Girardet in Switzerland.
A graduate of Cornell University’s Hotel School, William earned a Diplome Finale des Etudes from Ecole Hoteliere de la Societe Suisse des Hoteliers in Switzerland. His numerous honors include “Hotelier of the Year” by The Chaine des Rotisseurs, being inducted into The Arizona Republic’s Arizona Culinary Hall of Fame, the Ivy Award from Restaurant & Institutions magazine, the CSX Award of Excellence, nomination for the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art’s Contemporary Catalyst Award, the 2006 Industry Leadership Award from Arizona Hospitality Industry Professionals, and AZLTA’s 2019 Hotelier of the Year award.
William fulfills a commitment to give back to the hospitality industry, helping train future professionals as a visiting lecturer to the Inaugural Master of Real Estate Development Class at Arizona State University, Cornell University’s Hotel School, and University of New Hampshire’s hospitality management program. He also serves on various boards, including the Royal St. Corporation, AZLTA and The Mission B1 Foundation.
Based in Phoenix, AZ, Christopher Gross is a James Beard Foundation Award-winning chef who has been recognized among the best in the United States.
Famed for its modern twists on classic French fare, Christopher’s at Wrigley Mansion earned a 2022 James Beard Outstanding Chef nomination. It was rated 18/20 by Gayot Guide which named it Best French Restaurant, Best 10 Restaurant Wine Lists, Best 10 Restaurants with a View, and Best Romantic Restaurants. In its five-star review, Arizona Republic called the restaurant “Phoenix’s most innovative, enticing dining experience for its exclusive tasting-menu experience where the chefs also serve each dish.”
Named to the Scottsdale Culinary Hall of Fame, Chef Christopher has also been honored by Food & Wine magazine’s “America’s 10 Best New Chefs,” was the first chef in Arizona to be honored with the Robert Mondavi Culinary Award of Excellence and also created the nationwide "Flavors" fundraiser for the American Liver Association.
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