WKYA.tv Podcast Episodes
From Kitchen Startup to Award‑Winning Energy Bar: Jennifer Rizzo’s Ea…
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Jennifer Rizzo, founder of Earth Sugar Energy Bars—an organically made, desert-born snack brand recently named Best Hiking Bar by Phoenix Magazine. A Jersey transplant who landed in Arizona with a one-way ticket and a big ide…
“What Keeps Artists Awake? Inside Anna Marie Castaneda’s Creative Hus…
In this inspiring episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser welcomes longtime friend Anna Marie Castana, a Valley native, accomplished entertainer, and mentor shaping the next generation of performing artists. 🎯 Inside This Episode: • Balancing motherhood, performing arts, and entrepre…
“Prevent Injuries, Boost Energy: Inside Dr. Bloom’s Unwind Wellness S…
Entrepreneurs don’t have time to get sidelined. In this episode, Dr. Eric Bloom (owner of Bloom Performance & Rehab and faculty for a DPT program) breaks down a practical wellness model that complements traditional PT—so you stay healthy, recover faster, and keep moving. 🔥 What’s inside: Why …
From Physical Therapy to Entrepreneurship: Dr. Eric Bloom’s Journey
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser welcomes Dr. Eric Bloom — entrepreneur, physical therapist, and faculty member at Tufts University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program. Dr. Bloom shares how change, resilience, and patient-first care shape his business and leadership. 🔥…
How to Handle Life’s Curveballs & Win in Business | Ramsey Bergeron I…
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser welcomes Ramsey Bergeron — leadership growth strategist, resilience & mindset development facilitator, founder of Bergeron Well-Being, and author of Cake on the Floor. 🎯 Inside This Episode: • The story behind Cake on the Floor and why …
From Ironman to Mindset Mastery: Ramsey Bergeron’s Secrets for Entrep…
In this inspiring episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Ramsey Bergeron — leadership growth strategist, resilience and mindset development facilitator, Ironman athlete, and author of Cake on the Floor. Recently named one of MSN’s top 10 speakers to follow, Ramsey shares …
What Happens When Your Business Goes Bankrupt? (And How to Fund It An…
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser welcomes Mark Briden, CPA and founder of 360 Advisor, to dive into the realities of business funding — from the risks of bankruptcy to navigating sources of capital. 🎯 Inside This Episode: • What really happens when your business files …
Paul Jeffrey Lost Everything — Then Built the Most Unique Furniture B…
In this inspiring episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser welcomes Paul Jeffrey, founder of Paul Rene Furniture, to explore how furniture can transcend function and become living art. From his early career designing concept cars at Ford to building custom, story-driven furniture, Paul sh…
She Built Her Brand by Giving It Away: Stacie Garlieb on Business, Ba…
In this follow-up episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down again with Stacie Garlieb — founder of Successful Impressions — to unpack why first impressions, professional presence, and volunteerism matter so much for entrepreneurs and students alike. 🎯 Inside This Episode: • W…
From Side Hustle to Full-Time Impact: Stacie Garlieb on Building a Pu…
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser welcomes Stacie Garlieb — founder of Successful Impressions — to talk about how career search and hiring have transformed, and what students and job seekers must do to stand out. 🔥 Inside This Episode: • How resumes, AI tools, and hirin…
What They Don’t Tell You About Building a Smart Home Empire – Dennis …
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Dennis Sage, founder of Dennis Sage Home Entertainment, to talk about the ups and downs of running a Phoenix-based low-voltage business for over 30 years. 🔥 Inside This Episode: • From wiring stereos to building 100-emplo…
How to Dominate Local Search with Google Business Profiles
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser welcomes back Craig Darling, founder of Darling Local, for a deep dive into the mechanics of visibility, reviews, and AI-driven strategies that help small businesses rank first in local search. 🔥 Inside This Episode: Why 92% of consum…
Cracking “Near Me”: How to Win With Google Business Profiles (w/ Crai…
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Craig Darling, founder of Darling Local, to unpack what really drives results in local search—visibility over vanity. From early internet wins in auto sales to today’s AI-driven “near me” landscape, Craig shares practical ste…
Rolling Dojo: Ray Hughes’ Mobile Podcast & the Business–Martial Arts …
In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser catches up with Ray Hughes—longtime martial arts school owner turned creator of Insight, a mobile national podcast he’ll record from a cross-country RV tour. Ray shares why he’s taking the show on the road, how martial arts mirrors entrepre…
From Martial Arts to Business Mastery: Ray Hughes on Resilience & Ent…
In this candid episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Ray Hughes—martial artist and school owner of 40+ years—to unpack the parallels between building a business and earning a black belt. From failing fast (and growing too fast) to buying his first building with grit and …
From Startup Struggles to Saving Lives: Joan Koerber-Walker’s Playboo…
The biotech revolution is happening — and Arizona is leading the charge. In this game-changing episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down (again) with Joan Koerber-Walker, CEO of the Arizona Bioindustry Association (AZBio), to explore the bold vision shaping the future of healthc…
From Boardrooms to Biotech: Joan Koerber-Walker on What Arizona’s Inn…
In this exclusive episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Joan Koerber-Walker, the powerhouse behind Arizona’s life sciences momentum. As the CEO of the Arizona Bioindustry Association (AZBio), Joan has impacted over 365,000 entrepreneurs, helped drive billions in economic…
From Camo to CEO: How Mary Hagen Turned a Hobby Into a Business Empir…
From bowhunting to business-building — Mary Hagen shares her surprising startup story. In this insight-packed episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, Mary returns to reveal how she launched her first company — Hagen Hunting — at just 19 years old. What started as a personal frustration in the hunting gear…
She Built a Business That Gives Back: Mary Hagen’s $200M Fundraising …
💡 What if a *for-profit business* could raise $200 million for charity—while still scaling like a startup? Meet **Mary Hagen**, the visionary behind **Colossal.org**, a professional fundraising company that runs viral online competitions benefiting nonprofits nationwide. In this episode of WhatK…
From Friends & Family to $5M Raises: How Chuck Moore Is Scaling Choco…
💸 How do you scale a homemade cocktail startup into a **multi-brand beverage empire**? With grit, creativity — and $5 million. In this investor-focused episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser welcomes back **Chuck Moore**, founder of Choco Flaco, Elvado, and Elero. Chuck shares: • …
He Started with Milk Jugs — Now His Cocktails Win Global Awards | Chu…
From milk jugs to Walmart shelves — this is **Chuck Moore’s story**. Founder of **Choco Flaco**, Chuck started crafting low-calorie cocktails in his kitchen using a NutriBullet and a dream. Today, his beverage brands (Choco Flaco, Elvado, and Elero) are sold in **16 states**, available on **Walm…
From Cotton Fields to AI Deals: How Small Businesses Can Win With Sma…
In this fast-paced episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Kenyon Curtis—farm-raised entrepreneur, former business coach, and now AI systems sales leader—to unpack practical ways founders can turn conversations into revenue without bloating headcount or ad spend. 🎯 Insi…
How Dr. B Helped Me Shred at 50: Supplements, Peptides & The Entrepre…
What does it really take to build a stage-ready body while running a business? In this powerful episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down again with Dr. Paul Budnick (Dr. B) — ER physician, anti-aging specialist, and the man who helped him transform into competition shape at n…
Baby Aspirin, Anti-Aging & Entrepreneur Health | Dr. Paul Budnick
What if one tiny pill could mean the difference between life and death during a heart attack? And what if the way you pack your lunch mattered as much as your pitch deck? In this eye-opening episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser talks with Dr. Paul Budnick (aka Dr. B) — an ER physic…