WKYA.tv Podcast Episodes
Escaping Entrepreneurial Poverty: Nicole Zeno on Growth, Alignment & …
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Nicole Zeno, founder of CleverCow Media and co-host of What the Frack? . A three-time exited founder and fractional CMO, Nicole breaks down what really...
From Dot-Com to Design Mentor: Jennifer Whittingham on UX, Purpose & …
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Jennifer Whittingham, founder of Whittingham Creations, a UX and digital strategy firm born nearly 20 years ago out of motherhood, necessity, and the e...
Shattering the Stigma: Francine Sumner on Youth Mental Health & Savin…
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Francine Sumner, founder and CEO of Kid in the Corner, a youth mental health awareness and suicide prevention nonprofit. After the devastating loss of her youngest son, Francine transformed grief into action—building a progra…
Leading with Faith & Purpose: Len Munsil on Education, Growth & Arizo…
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Len Munsil — president of Arizona Christian University since 2010, attorney, educator, and leader behind one of the most dramatic Christian university transformations in the Southwest. From tripling enrollment to navigating c…
From Emmy-Nominations to Giving Back: Irin Daniels on Film, Family & …
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Irin Daniels — former ASU professor, two-time Emmy nominee, TV/film producer, and founder of the nonprofit Glowframe Initiative. From Hollywood sets to...
From Psychology to Marketing: Dr. Sonja Elcic on Human Behavior & Bus…
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Dr. Sonja Elcic, psychologist, professor, and marketing strategist. Blending behavioral science with real-world business experience, Sonja helps entrepreneurs understand what truly drives decision-making—online and offline—an…
Building Champions & Community: Kelley Hutta on 50 Years of Martial A…
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Kelley Hutta, owner and chief instructor of Chandler Martial Arts Center. After decades of training and teaching, Kelley continues the 50-year legacy of her dojo—creating a space where discipline, confidence, and community th…
From Hospitals to Heartfelt Healing: Diane Palacios on Purpose, Famil…
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Diane Palacios, founder of Palacios Crew Counseling. After navigating personal and family challenges, Diane redefined success—building a perinatal mental health practice focused on supporting expecting and new moms while bala…
From 300lbs to Business Owner: Andres Vargas on Fitness, Real Estate …
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Andres Vargas, founder of Strength Cave and co-founder of Studio Vargas. From overcoming personal health challenges to building a remote coaching business and diving into real estate investing with his spouse, Andres shares h…
From Basement Startup to $200K/Month: JP Middleton on AI, Gyms & Entr…
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser talks with JP Middleton—AI agency owner and founder of Gym Members Now—about going from his mom’s basement in Kentucky to serving national fitness franchises (Anytime Fitness, Burn Boot Camp, Club Pilates, Pure Barre, YogaSix, StretchLab). …
Buyer’s Market Ahead? Las Vegas Realtor Trang Hooser Explains (Cash O…
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down (again!) with Trang Hooser, a Las Vegas–based real estate pro working toward her broker license. From shifting mortgage rates to downsizer-friendly cash offers, Trang shares practical strategies for buyers and sellers navigating t…
From Single Mom to Top Realtor Inside Las Vegas Living w/Trang Hooser…
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Trang Hooser, a Las Vegas–based real estate expert and the boss behind the iconic “Boss” shirt 😉. From running full-service salons as a single mom to guiding buyers and sellers across Las Vegas—and connecting clients in Arizo…
Art Bejarano on Entrepreneurship, Fire Yourself, and Building Cogen L…
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Art Bejarano, CEO of Integrity Engineering & Design Solutions (IEDS) and founder of Cogen, an engineer-to-engineer talent platform. From leaving a limiting job to scaling a multimillion-dollar engineering firm, Art shares the…
Allan Draper on Pack Your Lunch: The Real Sacrifices of Entrepreneurs…
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Allan Draper—serial entrepreneur, investor, business coach, and now author of Pack Your Lunch. Allan shares the genesis of his book, the 13 sacrifices that actually move the needle, and why risk, regret, and endurance are at …
Allan Draper on Risk, Sacrifice & Building 20+ Businesses
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Allan Draper, serial entrepreneur, investor, business coach, and author of Pack Your Lunch. From practicing law at one of the largest firms in the world to founding 20+ companies across industries, Allan shares the real costs…
David Schweikert on Policy, Small Business, and the Future of Entrepr…
In this special episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser welcomes U.S. Congressman David Schweikert — Arizona’s representative for the 1st Congressional District — for a candid conversation on business, policy, and the future of entrepreneurship in America. 🔥 Inside This Episode: • Wh…
15 Years of Startup Lessons: Jason Turnquist on AI, Cash Flow & Build…
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Jason Turnquist, CEO & co-founder of Firesite, an award-winning web & app development studio in Tempe, Arizona. From bootstrapping out of an apartment in 2009 to shipping Shopify builds and custom apps, Jason shares 15 years …
From Craigslist to Cannabis CEO: Sara Gullickson on Building a Busine…
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Sara Gullickson, CEO & founder of Cannabis Business Advisors. With 15 years in the cannabis industry, Sara shares her journey from Craigslist gig to leading a national advisory firm, helping businesses navigate licensing, reg…
Cybersecurity for Small Business: How MBPS Protects Your Data & Saves…
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Jack Spencer, Business Development Director for the MBPS team, one of the show’s core sponsors. Jack shares insights on MBPS’s mission, how they support entrepreneurs, and the unique role business development plays in scaling…
Inside Viper Fire: How a Serial Entrepreneur is Disrupting Wildfire P…
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Todd Spitzer, founder & CEO of ION Jets, a Scottsdale-based private aviation brokerage specializing in short-notice global travel for executives, public figures, and high-net-worth clients. From a firefighter/first-responder …
Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” Just Shook Real Estate—Here’s What It Me…
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser welcomes back Zach Haptonstall, CEO & co-founder of Rise48 Equity, to break down the newly passed “Big Beautiful Bill” and its sweeping tax implications for real estate investors. From bonus depreciation to 1031 exchanges, Zach explains wha…
From Hospice to $2 Billion: Zack Haptonstall’s All-In Real Estate Rise
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Zach Haptonstall, CEO & co-founder of Rise48 Equity, a multifamily investment firm that’s completed $2.4B+ in transactions since 2019. From healthcare marketing and TV journalism to scaling thousands of apartment units, Zach …
Inside the Luxury Jet Industry: Todd Spitzer on Building ION Jets & t…
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Todd Spitzer, founder & CEO of ION Jets, a Scottsdale-based private aviation brokerage specializing in short-notice global travel for executives, public figures, and high-net-worth clients. From a firefighter/first-responder …
Wax Is Out. Sugaring Is In. How This Couple Built a $Million+ Clean B…
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Amiee Blake & William Johner, co-founders of Sugar Sugar, a clean-beauty franchise built around their trademarked Comfort Sugaring™ method. From one Scottsdale studio to 100+ employees, 3 corporate stores, and 7+ franchises, …