Episodes

What happens when an NFL legend transitions from the gridiron to building generational wealth? In this deeply personal conversation, host Bryan Bibbo sits down with Jacksonville Jaguars and Florida Gators icon Fred Taylor to discuss faith, family legacy, and the financial lessons learned through both triumph and adversity. Fred opens up about his journey from growing up financially illiterate to becoming a sophisticated investor who understands that professional athletes are essentially business...

Just as you schedule a yearly physical to maintain your health, your financial well-being deserves the same thoughtful attention. In this episode, guest host Matt Seitz, Chief Marketing Officer at JLS and C2P, sits down with Jeff Warnkin, Senior Wealth Manager at JL Smith, to explore how annual financial reviews serve as critical checkups for your financial health and long-term prosperity. With 25+ years of experience and credentials as a CPA, CFP®, and National Social Security Advisor, Jeff re...

Are you treating your body like a neglected asset instead of your most valuable investment? In this enlightening conversation, host Jason L Smith reconnects with his personal functional medicine coach, Dr. Kasia Hrecka, PhD, to explore how strategic health investments yield powerful dividends in energy, longevity, and quality of life. For over seven years, Kasia has guided Jason through transformative health improvements – from resolving chronic sinusitis to optimizing post-heart surgery recover...

You’ve worked hard all your life to build significant wealth but now face the challenge of protecting what you’ve built while creating a meaningful legacy. Join Bryan Bibbo as he welcomes Chad Weigl, CFF, BPC, NSSA, a seasoned retirement planning professional and lead advisor at JL Smith, to explore comprehensive asset management strategies designed specifically for affluent families. Drawing on years of experience helping clients navigate financial and estate planning decisions, Chad breaks dow...

In this continuation of our conversation led by Jason L Smith featuring Dr. Mona Shah, we dive deeper into practical heart health strategies that can transform your physical wellbeing and protect your financial future. Listen as Dr. Shah, Northeast Florida’s only triple board-certified holistic cardiologist, provides specific guidance on creating sustainable lifestyle practices that support cardiovascular health. Building on the foundation established in Part 1, Dr. Shah shares detailed recommen...

Market volatility is an inevitable part of your investment journey—but how should you respond when your portfolio value fluctuates? In this insightful episode, Bryan Bibbo sits down with Seth Meisler, CFA, CFP, CPA, BPC, a Senior Wealth Manager at JL Smith, to provide timeless wisdom for weathering market uncertainty. Drawing from decades of experience in strategic financial planning, Seth cuts through the noise of headlines and market predictions to offer clear guidance on managing your investm...

Poor health can undermine even the most carefully crafted financial plan, so maintaining heart health is an important part of holistic wealth management. In this insightful episode, Jason L Smith welcomes Dr. Mona Shah, Northeast Florida’s only triple board-certified holistic cardiologist and founder of One Heart Cardiology, a concierge practice dedicated to personalized preventive cardiology with a holistic approach. Dr. Shah brings her 20 years of cardiology experience to discuss how a holisti...

Learn how to prepare for tax season with less stress with insights directly from JL Smith Holistic Wealth Managements’ experienced tax team. This episode, hosted by Bryan Bibbo, features Jeff Warnkin, CFP, CPA, NSSA, BPC, Senior Wealth Management Advisor, with over 25 years of experience and a master’s in taxation, and Kelli Knudsen, EA, Controller and Enrolled Agent at JL Smith who leads the tax division. Listen as Warnkin and Knudsen share practical strategies to simplify your tax preparation ...

As technology like AI advances, so do the methods criminals use to compromise your financial security. This essential episode, hosted by Jason L Smith, features the return of Carrie Kerskie, a certified identity fraud investigator and author, who shares proactive, sophisticated strategies to protect your wealth today. Listen as Carrie Kerskie, founder of the Kerskie Group, provides actionable strategies to protect your wealth from emerging cyber threats while maintaining the convenience of moder...

As you plan for retirement, finding trustworthy, unbiased financial education becomes essential for making informed decisions. At JL Smith Group, we’ve partnered with the American Financial Education Alliance (AFEA) for nearly a decade, serving as chapter presidents across Northeast Ohio and Jacksonville, Florida, to help provide this education. In this illuminating episode, Bryan Bibbo welcomes Katherine Lesch and Kaeleen Bruce, AFEA’s dynamic co-CEOs, to share how their nationwide network of v...

Navigating finances within relationships can be a complex and deeply personal journey. In this episode of the Holistic Wealth & Health podcast, co-host Jason L Smith is joined by Ed Coambs, CFP®, founder, trainer, and therapy informed planner of Healthy Love & Money. Ed bridges the worlds of financial planning and relationship psychology, offering a transformative approach to understanding how our emotional and relational patterns influence financial decision-making. Join us as we unpack strateg...

Join co-hosts Jason Smith and Bryan Bibbo as they unpack the essential role of The Family Estate Organizer (FEO) in creating a seamless wealth transfer strategy. Through compelling real-world examples and decades of experience, they reveal how this powerful tool transforms complex estate planning into an organized, manageable process that provides peace of mind for your entire family. Key Topics Discussed: Document Organization Mastery: Learn how The Family Estate Organizer is used to create a ...

Do you want to learn how an approach to health not solely reliant on pharmaceuticals can improve your longevity and quality of life? In this episode, Jason sits down with Dr. Robert Saper, holder of the Nancy J. and Michael F. Roizen Chair of Wellness and the Chair of Preventive Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Saper, a specialist in integrative medicine, shares his vast knowledge on the intersection of functional medicine, wellness, and preventive care. With over 80 peer-reviewed papers an...

Are you worried about making the right investment choices for your retirement? Join host Jason L Smith, and special guest Apollo Lupescu from Dimensional Fund Advisors, for a conversation that takes the mystery out of investing. Whether you’re already enjoying retirement or planning for it in the next few years, this episode breaks down what you really need to know about protecting and growing your nest egg in today’s complex market environment. Key Topics Discussed: Investment Fundamentals: Le...

Join host Jason L Smith and special guest, Aneta Kuzma, a meditation and wellness coach, and CEO and Founder of Ardelian Kuzma Group, LLC. With her transformative approach to mindfulness and breathwork, Kuzma shares how creating moments of stillness can protect your wealth by improving decision-making, reducing stress, and enhancing your overall wellbeing. Key Topics Discussed: Morning Routine Success: Learn how to build a sustainable meditation practice using the Atomic Habits framework, sta...

Are you approaching Medicare age or already enrolled? Join host Bryan Bibbo and special guest, Gary J. Pelfrey, Director of Business Development at JL Smith Holistic Wealth Management. With over 28 years of experience as a Medicare specialist in financial services, Pelfrey demystifies Medicare planning and reveals how proper healthcare planning can protect your retirement savings. Key Topics Discussed: 2025 Medicare Changes: Learn about major updates coming to prescription drug coverage through...

Join host Bryan Bibbo and special guest Elizabeth Sherman, owner and master certified life and health coach at Total Health by Elizabeth, as they explore the crucial importance of holistic health and wellness for middle-aged men and women. Together, Bibbo and Sherman discuss how tailored health strategies can dramatically improve quality of life, mental well-being, and physical capabilities for adults navigating the challenges of midlife. Key Topics Discussed: Midlife Health Challenges: Elizabe...

Join host Bryan Bibbo and special guest Artie Gardella, author and owner and personal fitness trainer at Synergy Senior Fitness, as they explore the vital importance of exercise and wellness for seniors. Together, Bibbo and Gardella discuss how tailored fitness programs can dramatically improve quality of life, mental health, and physical capabilities for older adults. Key Topics Discussed: Exercise for Seniors: Artie explains how senior-centric exercises differ from traditional workouts and wh...

Join host Bryan Bibbo and special guest Don Graves, RICP®, CLTC®, CSA® Certified Senior Advisor, president and founder of the Housing Wealth Institute and an Adjunct Instructor of Retirement Income at the American College of Financial Services, as they explore the often misunderstood world of reverse mortgages and their potential role in retirement planning. Together, Bibbo and Graves discuss how these financial instruments can provide increased flexibility, improve cash flow, and potentially en...

Join host Bryan Bibbo and special guest Heather Hausenblas, PhD, founder and CEO of Wellness Discovery Labs, as they explore practical ways to boost mental and physical health beyond traditional gym workouts and its importance. With her exercise psychology and health behavior expertise, Hausenblas shares her insights on why it’s so hard to maintain regular physical activity and how small, consistent habits can lead to significant improvements in overall well-being. Together, Bibbo and Hausenblas...

Join co-host Bryan Bibbo for this special episode of the Holistic Wealth and Health Podcast where he explores the critical importance of financial literacy today. Bryan shares his personal and professional insights into the rising consumer debt crisis and offers practical tips on budgeting, saving, and goal setting to help individuals secure their financial future. Key topics discussed: National Financial Awareness Day: The significance of this day and why financial literacy is more important t...

Join hosts Jason L Smith and Bryan Bibbo with special guest, Dave Alison, as they continue breaking down The Bucket Plan® financial planning process. This episode covers step three of The Bucket Plan® process, the “Deliver” phase, where we present and deliver the personalized, holistic financial plan we’ve developed for you. Key Topics Discussed: Your Family Estate Organizer: Discover how we’ll help you organize all your financial information in one place, making it easily accessible for you an...

Join our hosts Jason L Smith and Bryan Bibbo with special guest, Dave Alison, CFP®, EA, BPC, President and Founding Partner of C2P and Alison Wealth Management, as they continue breaking down The Bucket Plan® financial planning process step by step. This episode covers step two of The Bucket Plan® process, known as the “Design” phase, where we analyze all your assets and how they come together to formulate your holistic plan. Key Topics Discussed: Overview of The Bucket Plan® Process: A recap o...

In this episode of the Holistic Wealth and Health Podcast, guest host Matt Seitz, Chief Marketing Officer at JL Smith, sits down with Hal Elrod, the renowned author, keynote speaker, and creator of The Miracle Morning book and philosophy. Hal shares his inspiring journey, from overcoming personal tragedies to developing The Miracle Morning routine. They discuss the transformative power of morning rituals and how starting your day with intentional practices can elevate your consciousness and set ...