Best Life With Leyva Podcasts (2025)

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Empowering Young Professionals: Living a Good Life 39:15

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5M ago39:15

39:15

On this episode of Living a Good Life, host Brad Fain sits down with Makayla Chadwick, president of the Prescott Area Young Professionals (PAYP). They discuss building community, leadership, and the challenges young professionals face in Prescott. From childcare issues to civic engagement, Chadwick offers insight into shaping a brighter future. Fol…

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Lucy Leyva on Business, Trust & Integrity: Building Community from the Ground Up 40:05

6M ago40:05

40:05

On this episode of Living a Good Life, host Brad Fain sits down with Lucy Leyva, a former Prescott Valley town council member and successful entrepreneur. Lucy shares her remarkable journey from growing up on a cattle ranch in Chihuahua, Mexico, to building a fulfilling life and multiple thriving businesses in Prescott Valley. She reflects on the v…

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Designing Better Communities: Trevor Barger on Zoning, Flexibility, and Quality of Life pt 2 30:46

7M ago30:46

30:46

On this episode of Living a Good Life, Brad Fain and Trevor Barger discuss the challenges of community land planning, from rigid zoning codes to the housing shortage and "not in my backyard" attitudes. They explore alternative housing solutions, evolving community needs, and the balance between architectural control and neighborhood character. Foll…

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Designing Better Communities: Trevor Barger on Zoning, Flexibility, and Quality of Life 39:42

7M ago39:42

39:42

On this episode of Living a Good Life, Brad Fain talks with Trevor Barger, Founder and CEO of Espiritu Loci Inc., about how zoning laws shape our communities. They explore the tension between city control and the need for flexibility in design—highlighting how rigid codes can limit walkability, creativity, and quality of life. Tune in for a fresh t…

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Giorgi Manzula & Todd Beane on O Jogo Bonito/TOVO 50:03

10M ago50:03

50:03

In this episode, Giorgi Manzula & Todd Beane describe the effects that soccer has on community and the benefits it provides to children and families alike. They focus specifically on the O Jogo Bonito and TOVO programs of youth soccer. Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cas…

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Yavapai College on Developing Academic Programs Catered to Our Community 29:30

1y ago29:30

29:30

In this episode, Doug Berry, Provost of Yavapai College, shares how the college is leveraging AI to shape education, the process behind developing new academic programs, and the college’s vital role in empowering students to break the cycle of poverty. Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.…

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Greg Mengarelli Gives a Tour of The World's Oldest Rodeo® 29:20

1y ago29:20

29:20

Greg Mengarelli takes Brad Fain on an exclusive pre-rodeo tour. Together they cover the history of The World's Oldest Rodeo®, the recent upgrades to the Prescott Rodeo Grounds, and the impact of the Rodeo on our local community. Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_pod…

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Sheriff Rhodes Takes Brad Fain on Tour of New Correctional Facility 38:30

1+ y ago38:30

38:30

Sheriff Rhodes and Chief Deputy Newnum first give insight into a day in the life of a YCSO deputy, then Brad Fain takes a ride along to the jail, and lastly, Sheriff Rhodes gives viewers a sneak peek into the new Prescott Criminal Justice Center. Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instag…

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Marnie Uhl & Chamber Helping Small Business Thrive in Prescott Valley 36:47

1+ y ago36:47

36:47

Marnie Uhl, President & CEO of the Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce discusses how the Chamber of Commerce helped make Prescott Valley the place to do business as they approach their 50th anniversary. Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/ Listen to Li…

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Michelle Fain, Owner of Captain CrossFit on a Healthy Community 28:36

1+ y ago28:36

28:36

Michelle Fain, Owner of Captain Crossfit in Prescott, AZ, explains Crossfit exercise, Crossfit culture, and how she makes Crossfit work for everyone who walks in her doors! Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/ Listen to Living a Good Life podcast onlin…

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Brad DeSaye, Owner of J&G Sales on the Second Amendment 36:58

2y ago36:58

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Brad DeSaye, Owner of J&G Sales in Prescott, AZ, educates us on the history of the Second Amendment, what it means, and why it is important for you and your family to Live a Good Life. Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/ Listen to Living a Good Life p…

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Prescott Chief of Police, Amy Bonney and Brad on Growing Up in Prescott 40:50

2y ago40:50

40:50

Amy Bonney, Chief of the Prescott Police Department, joins us on Living a Good Life to discuss the in's and out's of public safety as well as her ties to our local community. Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/ Listen to Living a Good Life podcast onl…

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AZ State Parks and Trails in Our Region 25:07

2y ago25:07

25:07

Neil Large, Digital Marketing Coordinator of Arizona State Parks & Trails joins us to discuss state parks and trails in the Prescott Valley area and the benefit the outdoor activities have for our residents. Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/ Listen …

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Amy St. Peter and Brad on Attainable Housing 41:33

2+ y ago41:33

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Brad Fain and Amy St. Peter talk about the importance of attainable housing and what it means for our communities on the latest episode of Living a Good Life. Amy introduces "Home is where it all starts," a public education campaign that envisions a place for every Arizonan to be at home. Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZ Fol…

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Yavapai College Partners with Fain Signature Group to Create Attainable Housing 35:36

2+ y ago35:36

35:36

Dr. Lisa Rhine, President of Yavapai Community College announces a new partnership between Yavapai Community College and Fain Signature Group to introduce attainable housing into the community for the region’s teachers, firefighters, police & sheriff, healthcare providers, and workforce. Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZ Foll…

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Grant Quezada, Jesse Burke, and Brad Fain on Community, Connection, and Care 43:22

2+ y ago43:22

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In this episode, Brad Fain is joined by Founding Fathers' Grant Quezada and Jesse Burke to discuss how the nexus of community, connection, and care have developed one of Prescott's most popular businesses. Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/ Listen to…

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Karen Fann, Brad Fain on Giving Back to Your Community 34:30

2+ y ago34:30

34:30

In this episode, Brad Fain is joined by Karen Fann to discuss what “Living a Good Life' means, Karen’s illustrious political career, being a small business owner, giving back to your community, and more. Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/ Listen to L…

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Karen Fann, Brad Fain on Giving Back to Your Community Pt. 2 26:12

2+ y ago26:12

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(Part 2) In this episode, Brad Fain is joined by Karen Fann to discuss what "Living a Good Life" means, Karen's illustrious political career, being a small business owner, giving back to your community, and more. Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/ Li…

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John Pothast & Brad on Creating an Engaged Educational System 47:41

3y ago47:41

47:41

John Pothast, Humboldt Unified School District Superintendent, discusses with Brad Fain his vision to cultivate students who are excited to learn and create an educationally engaged community. Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/ Listen to Living a Goo…

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Frank Almendarez of YRMC - Dignity Health 40:54

3y ago40:54

40:54

Frank Almendarez, MHSA Vice President, Operations, YRMC - Dignity Health, visits with Brad Fain to talk about community, housing and staffing shortages, serving the community and Dignity Health's investment in the Prescott, Prescott Valley regions. Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.inst…

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Damon Olsen, Brad Fain on a YMCA in Prescott Valley 44:18

3y ago44:18

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In this segment of Brad Fain's "Living a Good Life", Damon Olsen discusses bringing a YMCA to Prescott Valley. What would this mean for our community? How would this impact us? Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/ Listen to Living a Good Life podcast o…

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Fire Chief Scott Freitag, Brad Fain on Leadership, Dialogue, & Humility 56:45

3y ago56:45

56:45

Central Arizona Fire and Medical Chief Scott Freitag talks with Brad Fain to discuss organizational culture, community challenges, leadership, humility, and more. Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/ Listen to Living a Good Life podcast online at: http…

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Skyler Reeves and Brad Fain 28:34

3y ago28:34

28:34

How does Skyler Reeves' Vivili Hospitality Group select a location in your town for their next restaurant? How does a growing entrepreneur hold on to its employees? What drives the design of a town? Hear these answers and more as Skyler Reeves, owner of 5 restaurant locations employing 150 residents (and growing) in Prescott and Prescott Valley, vi…

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Tim Carter on Community Design, Teachers, Growth 25:40

3y ago25:40

25:40

For the first time, the Fain Signature Group announces the beginning of an open dialogue with the public. At the heart of this announcement by Brad Fain, CEO, is a request to begin designing the Town of Prescott Valley together with the residents, businesses, and Town. In this segment, Yavapai County Superintendent Tim Carter joins Brad Fain in a d…

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Brad Fain Invites Community to Design Together 24:53

3y ago24:53

24:53

For the first time, the Fain Signature Group announces the beginning of an open dialogue with the public. At the heart of this announcement by Brad Fain, CEO, is a request to begin designing the Town of Prescott Valley together with the residents, businesses, and Town. During this important segment, you'll hear: How do we design the community, toge…

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Can Pre-Fab Homes Help Solve the Housing Crisis in the Prescott Region? Brad Fain Talks with Jon Rocha of Southwest Homes 38:28

3y ago38:28

38:28

In this episode of Living a Good Life, Jon Rocha, owner of Southwest Homes sits down with Brad Fain to discuss the housing challenges here in central Arizona. Jon Rocha, owner of Southwest Homes, is a pioneer in prefabricated homes and attainable housing. In this segment of Brad Fain's "Living a Good Life", Rocha shares how his homes and product fi…

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Barry Barbe talks Expansion to Prescott Valley, Connecting Through Cuisine with Brad Fain 46:32

3+ y ago46:32

46:32

Host Brad Fain sits down with Barry Barbe, owner of Prescott’s El Gato Azul and Torme, to discuss Barbe's expansion into Prescott Valley with three new dining locations at the LEGADO apartment community scheduled to open sometime in 2024. Brad and Barry discuss design of a restaurant and menu as well as design of a community and giving back. You ca…

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Drunk Talks | Ep 3 1:10:21

5y ago1:10:21

1:10:21

This episode Jason and Gnarlos go over countless topics while drinking Truly’s lol. One Topic in specific was a talk about a cocaine involving them both. @imjale @__Gnarlos

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My biggest Insecurity, Insane Drug Trips and Finding Soulmate 54:48

5y ago54:48

54:48

Today we tackle on various topics going from Crazy bad drug trips, Finding your Soulmate and not being so judgmental on yourself or other .

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The First Official Podcast ! 55:18

5y ago55:18

55:18

This is our first official podcast with the new CoHost @__Gnarlos !

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The real reason I’m so happy | 3am Talks 10:01

5y ago10:01

10:01

Randomly decided to make this podcast at 3am from being overwhelmed with happiness and just felt like talking

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It’s okay to take a step back | Feeling Down... 8:13

5y ago8:13

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Today I wasn’t feeling at my best so I decided to talk about it. Also dig deeper on how it’s okay to take a step back if needed to reevaluate your decisions.

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Getting out your comfort zone and why it’s so important! 17:23

5y ago17:23

17:23

Today we talk about little things to step out your comfort zone to evolve to the next level!

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Time for an ACID TRIP!?! | Instagram QnA 16:11

5y ago16:11

16:11

Today we go into some great questions from instagram. Going into Goals for the next 10 years,Drugs,Moving out and more!

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I’m Quitting YouTube (seriously)... 12:08

5y ago12:08

12:08

Today I go over the reasons why I’m over the YouTube platform and think the best thing to do is for me to quit ..

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How i truly feel about smoking weed | Starting at 23 12:47

5y ago12:47

12:47

Going into depth of my experience barley getting into smoking weed. What I like and dislike about it

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How the Pandemic changed my life and my overall way of thinking 11:05

5y ago11:05

11:05

Getting out comfort zone to dominate

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How to Keep your ENERGY high and Positive all day! 8:58

5y ago8:58

8:58

Today I go into little tips on how I keep my energy levels off the charts lol. I always get the same question on how I’m always so energized

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I’m actually a simp | QnA From Instagram going in Depth 24:33

5y ago24:33

24:33

In this episode I answer a lot of your questions from Instagram and go into debt with How I stay positive, love life, experiences and many more

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Speaking my thoughts 18:39

5+ y ago18:39

18:39

Enjoy lol

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When is it realistically time to give up on my dream? 46:33

5+ y ago46:33

46:33

Today I go into a deep conversation with @jaayfilms about realizing we have been on this journey for over 5 years and isn’t really going anywhere. @jaayfilms on Instagram

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My Experience with Drugs and Alcohol 36:30

6y ago36:30

36:30

In this episode I’m joined by @jaayfilms and @future_nopz and we talk about our experiences with Drugs and Alcohol.

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Overcoming Depression 22:12

6y ago22:12

22:12

In this episode I dive into the hardest year of my life when I was battling depression and anxiety. Give you tips on how I became the happiest I’ve ever been

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Hate towards eachother discussed on Podcast 37:04

6+ y ago37:04

37:04

Meeting my bestfriends and not liking eachother story

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#7 Coming Out As Non-Binary ft. Jay (@jaybaby.tattoo) 33:12

7y ago33:12

33:12

Tune in as Jay & I discuss what their journey was like when they discovered they were non-binary, as well as what their experiences have been like with being a tattoo artist. This episode was recorded LIVE on Instagram, over at instagram.com/lifewithleyva. This episode is sponsored by Flipboard!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.c…

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#6 The Emotional & Physical Aftermath of A Car Accident ft. Roxanne 10:12

7y ago10:12

10:12

Roxanne & I sit down to discuss the challenges she faced after getting hit by a car in 2014. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lifewithleyva/support

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#5 Battling Physical & Mental Illnesses ft. Brooke 1:25:16

7y ago1:25:16

1:25:16

In this episode of Life With Leyva, my friend Brooke & I discuss her struggles with Type 1 Diabetes, as well as depression, anxiety, and ADHD. We talk about how her physical illness impacts her mental illnesses, and we even talk about her struggles with writing her upcoming book, “Over Again”! Brooke’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/elliesreign C…

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#4 How Anxiety Affects Relationships ft. Kursti 40:56

7y ago40:56

40:56

On this episode of Life With Leyva, my friend Kursti & I talk about how our anxiety disorders affect the relationships of those around us: friendships, romantic relationships, and even our relationships with our families. Be sure to check out Kursti's Facebook page, Hall's Craft Shack, for some amazing hand-made gifts! https://www.facebook.com/hall…

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#3 Dropping Out of Highschool & Finding Yourself ft. Rachel 37:18

7y ago37:18

37:18

In this episode of Life With Leyva, I sit down with my friend Rachel from highschool. We both ended up dropping out to pursue other things: she went on to get her GED, while I went straight inro the working world. Tune in as we discuss the differences we experienced, our personal struggles, and even some advice for those of you out there who also f…

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#2 Being A Male Make-Up Artist ft. Castien (@manlybunny) 27:09

7y ago27:09

27:09

Meet Castien: a transgender makeup artist with over 20k followers on Instagram! In this episode, we talk about dysphoria, being an Instagram influencer, and even about rabbits! Be sure to check out Castien’s Instagram, @manlybunny.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lifewithleyva/support…