The Collective Cast

Summer Brain Builders: Turn Chaos into Connection

In this lively episode of the Collective Cast Wellness Series, Jen Best of the Cognitive Function Development Institute sits down with Program Director Kate Delafield and therapist Mary Meikert to share real-talk summer survival tips. Discover why kids get emotionally dysregulated without routine, how overwhelm often masquerades as defiance, and the simple, fun brain-building activities that strengthen family bonds while keeping young minds active.

From creative storytelling and game nights to embracing healthy boredom, limiting screens, and modeling calm in the moment, this conversation delivers actionable advice for parents, grandparents, and caregivers who want a more connected, joyful, and brain-healthy summer — without needing to plan every minute.
Tune in for neuroscience-backed wisdom, practical tools, and plenty of encouragement to make this your family’s best summer yet.

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Summer Brain Builders: Turn Chaos into Connection In this lively episode of the Collective Cast Wellness Series, Jen ...

🌿 What if facing death helped you live more fully?
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In our latest episode of The Collective Podcast, I sat down with Sue Wielechowski (Circle of Life Alzheimer’s Homes) and Ezra Lavinsky (Forward Momentum Counseling) for a raw, honest conversation about end-of-life planning, anticipatory grief, caregiver burnout, and finding deeper peace.

This isn’t heavy or clinical—it’s hopeful, practical, and life-changing.
Every life deserves a dignified ending. Every person deserves to be heard.

🎧 Listen now and discover how facing life’s final chapter can transform the way you live today..

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What if facing death could help you live more fully? | The Collective Podcast Facing Death with Dignity, Grief with Grace, and Life with Deeper Purpose

Hope, Health & Healing: Brain, Body & Somatic Wisdom

What if the key to finally feeling alive again lives in your brain, your body, and your breath? If you’re tired of just “getting by” and ready for real transformation, this episode of The Collective Cast is your invitation to hope, health, and deep healing.

Join host Jen Beyst of Brain Builders Health for an uplifting, eye-opening conversation with two inspiring Arizona experts: Dr. Kimberly Albarran of Hope Health and Healing, and somatic healing practitioner Casey Howard. Together, they unlock how neuroplasticity, body wisdom, and nervous system regulation can rewire your life from the inside out — turning stress into strength, pain into power, and fog into clarity.

Hope, Health & Healing: Brain, Body & Somatic Wisdom | The Collective Podcast What if the key to finally feeling alive again lives in your brain, your body, and your breath?

Monthly Fraudcast: Local Mortgage & HELOC Scams – Why Every Employee Needs Basic Cybersecurity Training

In this month's Fraudcast on The Collective Cast, we dive deep into the rising threat of local scams targeting mortgages, home equity lines of credit (HELOCs), and property equity in Arizona—especially around Yavapai County.

Discover how fraudsters are exploiting homeowners through equity stripping, loan flipping, HELOC account takeovers, forged checks, foreclosure rescue schemes, and sophisticated phishing attacks. We break down real-world red flags, share recent local examples of bank impersonation scams and check fraud schemes that have hit Arizona residents hard, and explore how public records make properties easy targets.

Monthly Fraudcast: Local Mortgage & HELOC Scams | The Collective Podcast Why Every Employee Needs Basic Cybersecurity Training

Protecting your future brain health starts long before there’s a diagnosis—and your hearing plays a powerful role in that story.

In this new episode of Collective Cast, Master Neuroplastician® Jen Beyst sits down with Dr. Sam Downing, MD, and Doug Dunker of Prescott Hearing Center to explore how hearing, sleep, metabolic health, social connection, and cognitive stimulation all work together to protect your brain as you age. You’ll hear why untreated hearing loss can quietly shrink your social world, reduce mental stimulation, and increase dementia risk—and how proactive, prevention-focused choices can keep your brain engaged, adaptable, and resilient for life.

Tune in to learn simple, hopeful steps you can start now to support long-term cognitive vitality—for yourself and the people you love.

Protecting Your Future Health: Hearing, Brain, and the Power of Prevention | The Collective Podcast A conversation with Dr. Sam Downing, MD, and Doug Dunker of Prescott Hearing Center, hosted by Jen Beyst – CFDI / Brain Builders Health

FRAUD ALERT: Don’t Let Scammers Steal Your Heart… or Your Money New episode of The Collective Cast is live!

This month’s FraudShield special is packed with real warnings and protection tips straight from the experts:

Host Chris Damron – Elevate Business Solutions
Justin Teclaw – National Bank of Arizona
Ron Norfleet – Yavapai County Sheriff
Lizzy McNett – Arizona Business Collective

We break down the scams hitting hard right now:

Sweetheart / romance scams
Fake “loved one in jail” calls demanding urgent wire transfers
Bogus domain renewal notices arriving in the mail (yes, they’re still tricking people!) Listen for red flags, what to do if you’re targeted, and simple steps to protect yourself and your loved ones.

This one could save someone you know thousands.

Share it widely. Stream now: https://arizonabusinesscollective.com/podcast (Or search “The Collective Cast” on Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Stay sharp, Quad Cities. Scammers never sleep—we shouldn’t either.



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FraudShield Alert: Protecting Yourself from Heartbreaking Scams in 2026 | The Collective Podcast Real Warnings & Prevention Tips from Law Enforcement and Financial Experts

Join host Lizzy McNett (Elevate Business Solutions) for an honest, no-fluff conversation on what it really takes to run and grow a small business in the Quad Cities.

Guests Devin Conner (Overall Moving), Kirby Hamby (Edge Business Solutions), and Chris Damron (Elevate Business Solutions) share their firsthand experiences—covering everything from daily operations and team building to navigating market changes, scaling smartly, and turning local challenges into long-term wins.

If you're an owner, founder, or aspiring entrepreneur in Prescott, Prescott Valley, Chino Valley, or anywhere in Northern Arizona, this episode is packed with practical takeaways to help you build stronger, more resilient businesses in 2026.

Thriving in the Quad Cities: Real Talk on Running a Small Business | The Collective Podcast Insights from Local Leaders Driving Northern Arizona Forward

New Episode Alert: The Collective Podcast! Slash Your Tax Bill Legally – Turn RMDs into Tax-Free Giving!

Host Lizzy McNett (Elevate Business Solutions) teams up with experts Wayne Brewer (New Life Financial), David Snyder (David A. Snyder CPA, PLLC), and Chris Damron (Elevate Business Solutions) for a game-changing masterclass on smart tax strategies.

Learn how to use Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) to satisfy Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) completely tax-free, shield your retirement income from unnecessary taxes, and make simple moves to protect your wealth and legacy.

If you're 73+, have an IRA or 401(k), or just want to keep more of your hard-earned money while supporting causes you love—this episode could save you thousands! Produced by Arizona Business Collective.


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Slash Your Tax Bill Legally – Turn RMDs into Tax-Free Giving! | The Collective Podcast Smart Wealth Protection – Pay Less to Uncle Sam, Give More to Causes You Love

New Episode Alert: The Collective Podcast! Healthy Holidays: Finding Peace and Joy Amidst Change

Host Jen Beyst from CFDI Brain Builders Health joins forces with Sue Wielechowski (Caring Causes) and Ezra Lavinsky (Forward Momentum Counseling) for a heartfelt conversation on navigating the holidays with grace.

Discover practical strategies for emotional resilience, why it's okay to spend the holidays alone, how to compassionately support seniors (especially those with Alzheimer’s), and ways to embrace joy even when traditions shift.

Full of hope, self-care tips, and real connection—perfect for anyone seeking a grounded, meaningful holiday season.

Produced by Arizona Business Collective.

Healthy Holidays: Finding Peace and Joy Amidst Change | The Collective Podcast Supporting Seniors and Embracing New Traditions for a Peaceful Holiday Season