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. Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/ Listen to Living a...
Jun 13, 2025•39 min
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 values instilled by her family, her decision to stay in Prescott, and how trust and integrity have shaped her approach to business. Lucy also introduc...
May 09, 2025•40 min
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. Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/ Listen to Living a...
Apr 18, 2025•31 min
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 take on how thoughtful planning can lead to more vibrant, livable neighborhoods. Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow Cast1...
Apr 11, 2025•40 min
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/cast11_podcast_network/ Listen to Living a Good Life podcast online at: https://livingagoodlife.buzzsprout.com or wherever you stream podcasts...
Jan 10, 2025•50 min
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.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/ Listen to Living a Good Life podcast online at: https://livingagoodlife.buzzsprout.com or wherever you stream po...
Oct 18, 2024•30 min
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_podcast_network/ Listen to Living a Good Life podcast online at: https://livingagoodlife.buzzsprout.com or wherever you stream podcasts...
Sep 11, 2024•29 min
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.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/ Listen to Living a Good Life podcast online at: https://livingagoodlife.buzzsprout.com or wherever you stream podcasts...
Aug 08, 2024•39 min
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 Living a Good Life podcast online at: https://livingagoodlife.buzzsprout.com or wherever you stream podcasts
Jul 23, 2024•37 min
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 online at: https://livingagoodlife.buzzsprout.com or wherever you stream podcasts
May 09, 2024•29 min
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 podcast online at: https://livingagoodlife.buzzsprout.com or wherever you stream podcasts
Dec 21, 2023•37 min
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 online at: https://livingagoodlife.buzzsprout.com or wherever you stream podcasts
Nov 28, 2023•41 min•Ep. 16
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 to Living a Good Life podcast online at: https://livingagoodlife.buzzsprout.com or wherever you stream podcasts
Sep 28, 2023•25 min
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 Follow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/ Listen to Living a Good Life podcast online at: https://livingagoodlife.bu...
Aug 17, 2023•42 min
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 Follow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/ Listen to Living a Good Life podcast online at: https://livingagoodlife....
Jun 07, 2023•36 min
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 Living a Good Life podcast online at: https://livingagoodlife.buzzsprout.com or wherever you stream podcasts
Mar 25, 2023•43 min
(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/ Listen to Living a Good Life podcast online at: https://livingagoodlife.buzzsprout.com or wherever you stream podcasts
Mar 23, 2023•26 min
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 Living a Good Life podcast online at: https://livingagoodlife.buzzsprout.com or wherever you stream podcasts
Mar 23, 2023•35 min
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 Good Life podcast online at: https://livingagoodlife.buzzsprout.com or wherever you stream podcasts
Jan 24, 2023•48 min
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.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/ Listen to Living a Good Life podcast online at: https://livingagoodlife.buzzsprout.com or wherever you stream podcas...
Dec 05, 2022•41 min•Season 1Ep. 8
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 online at: https://livingagoodlife.buzzsprout.com or wherever you stream podcasts
Sep 20, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 7
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: https://livingagoodlife.buzzsprout.com or wherever you stream podcasts
Sep 16, 2022•57 min•Season 1Ep. 4
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, visits with Brad Fain to talk about Living a Good Life. For the first time, the Fain Signature Group announces the beginning of an open dialogue with th...
Sep 13, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 3
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 discussion on what is challenging our school districts, housing, growth, and more. How can we start designing our community better, together, to live a...
Sep 09, 2022•26 min•Season 1Ep. 2
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, together? What is the end goal of this invitation to an ongoing conversation with the Fain Signature Group? How can you contact Brad Fain to present your ...
Sep 06, 2022•25 min•Season 1Ep. 1
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 fit into the community, the region's overall design and how the prefabricated home is the future of housing. How do we create attainable housing? How ca...
Aug 29, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 5
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 can read the entire story on SignalsAZ.com at: https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/barry-barbe-announces-expansion-to-prescott-valley/ Follow Cast11 on F...
Aug 11, 2022•47 min•Season 1Ep. 6
