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Welcome to ICONIC HOUR! Hosted by Renee Dee, publisher of digital luxury lifestyle magazine ICONIC LIFE. ICONIC LIFE, our digital luxury lifestyle magazine, celebrates the art of living beautifully with features on exceptional design, architecture, style, cuisine, luxury travel and living your best life. ICONIC HOUR showcases the vibrant people behind the products, the dreams behind the designs and the innovation behind inspiring ideas. Our mission is to be the storytellers behind the stuff and curators of the iconic. Beautiful design alongside compelling stories keeps our readers engaged and coming back for more. Join us on our journey to live beautifully. Be ICONIC. Grab your coffee or a glass of wine, because it's ICONIC HOUR!

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United States

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Welcome to ICONIC HOUR! Hosted by Renee Dee, publisher of digital luxury lifestyle magazine ICONIC LIFE. ICONIC LIFE, our digital luxury lifestyle magazine, celebrates the art of living beautifully with features on exceptional design, architecture, style, cuisine, luxury travel and living your best life. ICONIC HOUR showcases the vibrant people behind the products, the dreams behind the designs and the innovation behind inspiring ideas. Our mission is to be the storytellers behind the stuff and curators of the iconic. Beautiful design alongside compelling stories keeps our readers engaged and coming back for more. Join us on our journey to live beautifully. Be ICONIC. Grab your coffee or a glass of wine, because it's ICONIC HOUR!

Language:

English

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6023738374


Episodes

Alfonso Verduzco | Authentic Oaxacan Craftsmanship

3/16/2024
Alfonso Verduzco is a Oaxaca native with a profound passion for high-end design and construction. With a bachelor's degree in architecture from the University of Colorado boulder, he has amounted over 15 years of experience in the realm of high-quality design. His designs are a perfect blend of his years of training for some of the most prestigious design brands across Milan, Los Angeles and New York, as well as his desire to stay authentic to his roots, incorporating true Mexican craftsmanship. Listen in to learn more about his stunning tile work, upcoming furniture line and the exciting Oaxaca tour he's currently organizing with renowned architect, Mark Candelaria! We invite you to SUBSCRIBE! You can find ICONIC LIFE on our website, Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest. Follow Renee on Instagram, Twitter, & Linkedln. If you enjoyed today's podcast, I'd be so appreciative if you'd take two minutes to subscribe, rate and review ICONIC HOUR. It makes a huge difference for our growth. Thank you so much for supporting me to do what I do!

Duration:00:46:01

Gary Trudell | Redefining Luxury Sleep

3/5/2024
Custom Comfort mattress is a Southern California based, family-owned business, manufacturing standard and custom mattresses of exceptional quality and comfort for nearly three decades. With the finest natural materials, paired with classic upholstery techniques they produce high-quality mattresses that are comfortable, hygienic, luxurious, and durable. Gary Trudell, Co-Owner of Cusom Comfort, was raised in the mattress and upholstery industry, working both as a craftsman and in sales. His goal is to create lasting relationships with his clients by offering the best service from the moment they meet to the moment the installation has taken place. We invite you to SUBSCRIBE! You can find ICONIC LIFE on our website, Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest. Follow Renee on Instagram, Twitter, & LinkedIn. If you enjoyed today's podcast, I'd be so appreciative if you'd take two minutes to subscribe, rate and review ICONIC HOUR. It makes a huge difference for our growth. Thank you so much for supporting me to do what I do!

Duration:00:27:43

Scott Appelman | Soaring to New Heights

2/28/2024
Come take a ride with Scott Appelman, CEO and president of Rainbow Ryders, on our latest episode of ICONIC Hour. With more than 5000 hours of flight time, Appelman has taken his passion for heights to a new level. ⁠ ⁠ Rainbow Ryders is the premier and largest hot air balloon business serving the Southwest, allowing people to experience the world from a whole new perspective. Staffed with the best pilots in the industry, Rainbow Ryders ensures safety, allowing you to soar the sky without a worry in mind. ⁠ We invite you to SUBSCRIBE! You can find ICONIC LIFE on our website, Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest. Follow Renee on Instagram, Twitter, & LinkedIn. If you enjoyed today's podcast, I'd be so appreciative if you'd take two minutes to subscribe, rate and review ICONIC HOUR. It makes a huge difference for our growth. Thank you so much for supporting me to do what I do!

Duration:00:40:25

Dr. John Oliver | Feel Your Best

1/29/2024
Dr. John Oliver from the concierge-style wellness practice, BioPerformance, joins Renee in this week's episode of ICONIC Hour. Dr. Oliver is a renowned specialist in stem cell, exosomes and genetic-based treatments to enhance the body's natural ability to health itself. Bioperformance is a fully integrative wellness facility specializing in Athletic Performance, Weight Loss and Body Composition, Anti-Aging and Longevity. It provides each customer with a customized approach to accomplish their end goals and help them feel their best. We invite you to SUBSCRIBE! You can find ICONIC LIFE on our website, Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest. Follow Renee on Instagram, Twitter, & LinkedIn. If you enjoyed today's podcast, I'd be so appreciative if you'd take two minutes to subscribe, rate and review ICONIC HOUR. It makes a huge difference for our growth. Thank you so much for supporting me to do what I do!

Duration:00:31:11

Alexander Khan | Pasture to Plate

1/8/2024
Alexander Khan from the family-owned cattle business Moon River Beef joins Renee on this week's episode of Iconic Hour. Khan and his mother Lisa are commited to sustainability, running the ranch to ensure a premium, farm-to-table, experience for all beef lovers. Alexander describes the establishment of Moon River Beef, the processes the ranch implements to bring people the highest quality beef and the ins and outs of running a family business. The ranch provides the highest quality meats, which are essential to one’s health. Listen to learn about Moon River Beef offerings and the value in their premium meat. We invite you to SUBSCRIBE! You can find ICONIC LIFE on our website, Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest. Follow Renee on Instagram, Twitter, & LinkedIn. If you enjoyed today's podcast, I'd be so appreciative if you'd take two minutes to subscribe, rate and review ICONIC HOUR. It makes a huge difference for our growth. Thank you so much for supporting me to do what I do!

Duration:00:33:53

Renee Dee | Goal Setting For 2024

12/30/2023
Renee sits down to reflect on 2023, and walks through goal setting in the new year. She breaks down her process through journaling, and how one can hold themself accountable for 2024. Breaking down objectives, posting goals and staying on track is essential. Whether is personal growth, professional milestones or health and wellness maintaining a positive mindset and being resilient will lead to success. Cheers to 2024! We invite you to SUBSCRIBE! You can find ICONIC LIFE on our website, Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest. Follow Renee on Instagram, Twitter, & LinkedIn. If you enjoyed today's podcast, I'd be so appreciative if you'd take two minutes to subscribe, rate and review ICONIC HOUR. It makes a huge difference for our growth. Thank you so much for supporting me to do what I do!

Duration:00:15:34

Mark Victor Hansen | Inspire Your Soul

12/22/2023
Mark Victor Hansen is a renowned author and speaker best known as the co-author of the book series Chicken Soup for the Soul. Mark's passion for writing began at a young age, and through his career he has written 321 books with over 500 million sold! Mark continues to be an inspiration to many, and he devotes his time to reshape individuals' vision of what's possible in life. Mark discusses his career path, his favorite books and much more. This podcast is the perfect listen to inspire you as we enter into the new year. We invite you to SUBSCRIBE! You can find ICONIC LIFE on our website, Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest. Follow Renee on Instagram, Twitter, & LinkedIn. If you enjoyed today's podcast, I'd be so appreciative if you'd take two minutes to subscribe, rate and review ICONIC HOUR. It makes a huge difference for our growth. Thank you so much for supporting me to do what I do!

Duration:00:44:56

Dr. Tara Lalvani | The Best Holiday Gift

12/6/2023
On this week's ICONIC Hour, Host Renee Dee is joined by Dr. Tara Lalvani, founder of Beautifect. Beautifect is all about making people's lives easy when it comes to makeup application as the company provides an elegant case that holds all your makeup while providing the perfect adjustable lighting and mirror. Renee and Dr. Tara discuss all things entrepreneurship with bringing an idea to fruition, trusting your gut and approaching business challenges. They also talk about learning through your mistakes, their thoughts on waiting for the perfect moment and the nature of the beauty industry. Dr. Tara's product has been named one of the best holiday gifts by The New York Times three years in a row. Use the exclusive code "ICONIC" before December 18th to get 15% off your order! Listen to the podcast now and use the limited time offer at beautifect.com! We invite you to SUBSCRIBE! You can find ICONIC LIFE on our website, Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest. Follow Renee on Instagram, Twitter, & LinkedIn. If you enjoyed today's podcast, I'd be so appreciative if you'd take two minutes to subscribe, rate and review ICONIC HOUR. It makes a huge difference for our growth. Thank you so much for supporting me to do what I do!

Duration:00:35:59

Claire Ownby | A Force in the Design Community

11/30/2023
On this episode of ICONIC Hour, Renee Dee is joined by Claire Ownby, the incredible driving force behind Ownby Design. Claire started her own design firm in 1998 and it quickly grew to be an industry leading firm in Scottsdale luxury interior design. Listen now to hear expert insight as Claire speaks on the emotional side of interior design, keeping a balance of creative and administrative as a business owner, how she helped break the stigma of design in Arizona, mentorship as a leader and more. We invite you to SUBSCRIBE! You can find ICONIC LIFE on our website, Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest. Follow Renee on Instagram, Twitter, & LinkedIn. If you enjoyed today's podcast, I'd be so appreciative if you'd take two minutes to subscribe, rate and review ICONIC HOUR. It makes a huge difference for our growth. Thank you so much for supporting me to do what I do!

Duration:00:26:12

Daniel Langer | Decoding Luxury

11/22/2023
On this episode of ICONIC Hour, Renee Dee delves into the world of luxury with none other than Daniel Langer, a distinguished luxury brand strategist and the founder of Équité. Renee met Daniel during a flight on SetJet where they hit it off and the conversation quickly revealed him to be one of the world's foremost luxury experts. Daniel Langer's expertise extends to teaching luxury at Pepperdine University, where he imparts his knowledge gleaned from years of working with global brands such as LVMH, Kering Group, Ferrari, Mercedes-Benz, Gucci, and more. With a focus on hospitality, automotive, aviation, and fashion, Daniel's portfolio spans ICONIC luxury brands as well as startups and smaller ventures. Tune in for an insightful conversation that unravels the secrets behind building and sustaining luxury brands. Also, get Daniel's thoughts on big luxury brands such as such as Louis Vuitton and Rolex. We invite you to SUBSCRIBE! You can find ICONIC LIFE on our website, Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest. Follow Renee on Instagram, Twitter, & LinkedIn. If you enjoyed today's podcast, I'd be so appreciative if you'd take two minutes to subscribe, rate and review ICONIC HOUR. It makes a huge difference for our growth. Thank you so much for supporting me to do what I do!

Duration:00:44:56

Sam Fox | From Concept to Culinary Empire

11/16/2023
On this episode of ICONIC Hour, Renee delves into the world of culinary innovation and entrepreneurial success with a true trailblazer in the restaurant and now hotel business—Sam Fox. With over two decades of experience, numerous James Beard nominations, and a track record of award-winning restaurants, Sam is a seasoned expert in the field. Join us as we discuss his journey, from building an empire to his latest venture as a hotelier opening The Global Ambassador. Unveiling exciting details about building his latest his hospitality project which is set to open December 6th, 2023. Get ready for an insightful conversation with the visionary mind behind Fox Restaurant Concepts and The Global Ambassador. We invite you to SUBSCRIBE! You can find ICONIC LIFE on our website, Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest. Follow Renee on Instagram, Twitter, & LinkedIn. If you enjoyed today's podcast, I'd be so appreciative if you'd take two minutes to subscribe, rate and review ICONIC HOUR. It makes a huge difference for our growth. Thank you so much for supporting me to do what I do!

Duration:00:23:42

The Perfect Secret | Making the World More Beautiful One Soul at a Time

10/26/2023
Renee Dee sat down with Irena and Matthew Mielke, the co-owners of The Perfect Secret, to talk about their med spa services, their favorite parts of the business, how they balance life and work with their busy schedule and more! The Perfect Secret is a luxury med spa based in Scottsdale, Arizona. Their mission is to help you look and feel your best from the inside out through a holistic approach that emphasizes well-being and health, and beauty that is natural and undetectable. They are the only medical spa that provides child-care while you receive your services, so any mom who wants pampering can stop in! We invite you to SUBSCRIBE! You can find ICONIC LIFE on our website, Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest. Follow Renee on Instagram, Twitter, & LinkedIn. If you enjoyed today's podcast, I'd be so appreciative if you'd take two minutes to subscribe, rate and review ICONIC HOUR. It makes a huge difference for our growth. Thank you so much for supporting me to do what I do!

Duration:00:47:00

Andy Maurer | Doing the Deep Work to Find Your Vision

10/18/2023
A warm welcome to our returning guest, Andy Maurer, the co-founder and CEO of Pursue Whole, a company that provides therapy and executive coaching for high-level leaders. Andy has a background in coaching and psychology, and he is an expert in trauma. Renee Dee and Andy have a strong relationship as Renee came to Andy for coaching on leadership and she had an amazing journey of personal mission statement development, discovering who she is and who she wants to be for others. Andy joins Renee to talk about their coaching journey and he gives incredible advice on finding your own identity and how to transform your leadership. Listen to the podcast to learn how Renee did the deep work to find her vision! We invite you to SUBSCRIBE! You can find ICONIC LIFE on our website, Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest. Follow Renee on Instagram, Twitter, & LinkedIn. If you enjoyed today's podcast, I'd be so appreciative if you'd take two minutes to subscribe, rate and review ICONIC HOUR. It makes a huge difference for our growth. Thank you so much for supporting me to do what I do!

Duration:00:48:32

Paul Jeffrey | We All Have a Dream But, How Do We Get There?

10/11/2023
Paul Jeffrey takes you through his career path, which started at Ford as a Concept Car Designer. He highlights the ups and downs of different positions and jobs he took on in Detroit, Los Angeles and Arizona. In 2009 he set up a website, which led to amazing opportunities for him. He also talks about the growth from his spread in Better Homes & Gardens and on the Ellen DeGeneres Next Great Designer series. Currently, he has a custom furnishings business, Paul Rene Furniture, that designs and makes beautiful and unique pieces. In this podcast, he brings great insight into following one's passions and dreams. Listen here for a great conversation between Paul Jeffrey and Renee Dee. We invite you to SUBSCRIBE! You can find ICONIC LIFE on our website, Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest. Follow Renee on Instagram, Twitter, & LinkedIn. If you enjoyed today's podcast, I'd be so appreciative if you'd take two minutes to subscribe, rate and review ICONIC HOUR. It makes a huge difference for our growth. Thank you so much for supporting me to do what I do!

Duration:00:57:31

Phil Shearon | The Joy of Caring for Plants

9/27/2023
Phil Shearon started his company, Shearon Design Collective, in 2019 and has since made a name for himself in custom landscaping. Shearon Design Collective is a landscape and outdoor living company based in Arizona and they create beautiful custom designs for their clients. Whether you are renovating your space, starting a new build or want a landscape revamp, Phil Shearon can create your perfect space. Phil joins Renee Dee on ICONIC Hour to talk about the importance of choosing the right landscape for the region you live in, the joy of caring for plants, the magic of seeing designs come to life, the ways of entrepreneurship and more. We invite you to SUBSCRIBE! You can find ICONIC LIFE on our website, Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest. Follow Renee on Instagram, Twitter, & LinkedIn. If you enjoyed today's podcast, I'd be so appreciative if you'd take two minutes to subscribe, rate and review ICONIC HOUR. It makes a huge difference for our growth. Thank you so much for supporting me to do what I do!

Duration:00:42:51

Thomas Serrano | Storytelling Through Events

9/20/2023
Thomas Serrano, the founder of Exclamation Group, plans exceptional events for the most luxurious brands like Gucci, Saint Laurent, Dior, LMVH and more. Four years ago, Thomas started his own company, Exclamation Group, and he is bringing his expert insights to ICONIC HOUR. Thomas joins Renee Dee to talk about how he started out in the luxury event industry, how to connect with the audience for clients and he gives us the best tips for planning a meaningful event that tells a story. We invite you to SUBSCRIBE! You can find ICONIC LIFE on our website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, or Pinterest. Follow Renee on Instagram, Twitter, & LinkedIn. If you enjoyed today's podcast, I'd be so appreciative if you'd take two minutes to subscribe, rate and review ICONIC HOUR. It makes a huge difference for our growth. Thank you so much for supporting me to do what I do!

Duration:00:35:06

Arizona Real Estate is Heating Up | Silverleaf Realty

7/26/2023
On this episode of ICONIC HOUR, Renee Dee is speaking with three real estate experts from Silverleaf Realty — Andrew Beardsley, Jen Boynton and Connor Sabanosh. Listen in on the expert's insights on Arizona's hot real estate market in Scottsdale and Paradise Valley. Arizona is booming with people from around the country moving here and the Silverleaf realtors have great advice on how you can keep up with the market trends. We invite you to SUBSCRIBE! You can find ICONIC LIFE on our website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, or Pinterest. Follow Renee on Instagram, Twitter, & LinkedIn. If you enjoyed today's podcast, I'd be so appreciative if you'd take two minutes to subscribe, rate and review ICONIC HOUR. It makes a huge difference for our growth. Thank you so much for supporting me to do what I do!

Duration:00:56:34

Inside the Minds of 3 Top Architects | Brent Kendle, CP Drewett & Mark Candelaria

7/20/2023
On this very special episode of ICONIC Hour, Publisher Renee Dee is joined by three of Arizona's most prolific architects - Brent Kendle, CP Drewett and Mark Candelaria. Each has made an impact on the architectural landscape of Arizona, utilizing their unique talents to create beautiful works of art within the desert environment. The three architects discuss their backgrounds in architecture, their sources of inspiration and how to preserve and continue Arizona's flourishing architectural and cultural progress. We invite you to SUBSCRIBE! You can find ICONIC LIFE on our website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, or Pinterest. Follow Renee on Instagram, Twitter, & LinkedIn. If you enjoyed today's podcast, I'd be so appreciative if you'd take two minutes to subscribe, rate and review ICONIC HOUR. It makes a huge difference for our growth. Thank you so much for supporting me to do what I do!

Duration:00:58:53

Architectural Case Study | Brent Kendle, CP Drewett & Mark Candelaria

6/28/2023
On this very special episode of ICONIC Hour, Publisher Renee Dee is joined by three of Arizona's most prolific architects–Brent Kendle, CP Drewett and Mark Candelaria. Each has made an impact on the architectural landscape of Arizona, utilising their unique talents to create beautiful works of art within the desert environment. The three architects discuss their backgrounds in architecture, their sources of inspiration and how to preserve and continue Arizona's flourishing architectural and cultural progress. We invite you to SUBSCRIBE! You can find ICONIC LIFE on our website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, or Pinterest. Follow Renee on Instagram, Twitter, & LinkedIn. If you enjoyed today’s podcast, I’d be so appreciative if you’d take two minutes to subscribe, rate and review ICONIC HOUR. It makes a huge difference for our growth. Thank you so much for supporting me to do what I do!

Duration:00:59:52

Barbara Sallick | Rising Tide at Waterworks

6/21/2023
Barbara Sallick is the Co-Founder and Senior Vice President of Design of Waterworks Operating Company LLC. In 1978, Barbara and her husband, Robert founded the luxury bath company which began a new revolution in the American bath industry. Barbara has guided the design of Waterworks products from the beginning and acts as the company's spokesperson. Barbara joins Renee Dee on ICONIC Hour to discuss paving the way as a female entrepreneur, the latest bath trends, where she finds design inspiration and more. We invite you to SUBSCRIBE! You can find ICONIC LIFE on our website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, or Pinterest. Follow Renee on Instagram, Twitter, & LinkedIn. If you enjoyed today’s podcast, I’d be so appreciative if you’d take two minutes to subscribe, rate and review ICONIC HOUR. It makes a huge difference for our growth. Thank you so much for supporting me to do what I do!

Duration:00:42:22