ICONIC HOUR

ICONIC HOUR

Welcome to ICONIC HOUR with Renee Dee. As publisher of luxury lifestyle magazine ICONIC LIFE, Renee talks each week with the tastemakers, curators, designers and innovators in the luxury space. ICONIC HOUR celebrates the art of living beautifully with features on exceptional design, architecture, style, cuisine, luxury travel, wellness 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. As a multi-media brand, ICONIC LIFE magazine's mission is to be the storytellers behind the stuff and curators of all things ICONIC in our beautiful print magazine (serving Scottsdale/Paradise Valley, Orange County and Palm Desert), our luxury portal iconiclife.com with fresh content daily, our YouTube channel with new content weekly and our engaging social channels. The thread that ties it all together is Living Beautifully, and we celebrate enjoying the best of the best and being our very best every day at ICONIC LIFE. Grab your coffee or a glass of wine, because it's ICONIC HOUR!

Episodes

July 2, 2025 20 mins

On today’s episode, we sit down with Jessica Hutchison-Rough, Principal Architect of Urban Design Associates, and talk about all things architectural design inspo from traveling the world.

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Jessica Hutchinson-Rough is the principal architect at Urban Design Associates. She has more than 20 years of experience in Custom Luxury Residential Design, Multi-Family Residential, Hotel/Mixed...

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From celery juice cleanses to infrared saunas and biohacking everything—wellness trends are everywhere. But how much of it is actually backed by science, and how much is just clever marketing? On today’s episode, we sit down with Dr. Carrie of Benessair Health to discuss some of the most popular health and wellness fads making the rounds today. With expert insights and a no-nonsense approach, we separate...

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On today’s podcast, musician and Artistic Director of the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM), Andrew Walesch shares how MIM offers a hands-on, immersive experience that celebrates music’s role in shaping history and human connection.

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Like a good many before him, singer and pianist Andrew Walesch somehow manages to encapsulate the sophistication of a cosmopolite and the self-effacing ch...

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On today’s podcast, owner of The Italian Daughter and Patricia’s Pizza, Melissa Maggiore shares how she’s honoring her father’s legacy and passion, one dish at a time.

 

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Melissa Maggiore Meyer is the owner of two prominent restaurants here in the Valley— The Italian Daughter, an Italian eatery located in North Scottsdale and the recently opened Patricia’s Pizza. Each co...

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On today’s podcast, Founder and CEO of af&co., Andrew Freeman shares Expert Tips and Trends in Travel, Luxury Hotels and Fine Dining, and Strategies to stay relevant, resourceful, and respected in your industry

 

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Named as one of the Top 25 Most Extraordinary Minds in Sales and Marketing by the Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International, and was named a PRNE...

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If you’re looking to own Arizona real estate or moving within our beautiful state, this podcast is for you.

Welcome to ICONIC Estates, a podcast presented by Russ Lyon/Sotheby’s International Realty for people who love Arizona and the opportunity to live in luxury in the pristine desert. I’m your host Renee Dee, publisher of ICONIC LIFE magazine, and I’ll be with you each month for the show.

On the pod today, I’ve got CP Drewett, w...

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On today’s podcast, President of West Construction and Development Co. Scott West talks all things renovation of Arizona homes.

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Scott is proud and honored to be leading the family company since 2015.  He grew up with the business and worked on job sites with his dad, Ed, since he was 10 years old.  Now his experience spans all aspects of the construction industry and various trades.

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Making It Into The Modeling Industry | Owner of FORD/Robert Black Agency Sheree Hartwell Shares What It Takes To Make It In The Modeling Industry 

On today’s podcast, owner of FORD/Robert Black Agency Sheree Hartwell shares the ins and outs of the modeling world and what attributes they look when recruiting new talent.

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Since its origination in 1987, the FORD/Robert Blac...

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On today’s podcast, owner of Oasis Luxury Smart Homes Justin Worley shares how assistive technology for your home can be personalized to your lifestyle needs. With smart home technology on the rise, learn about the many benefits of customizing your home’s lighting design & control, electrical, audio / video, shades, security, comfort control, outdoor entertainment, home automation and more from a true expert.

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On today’s podcast, Arizona Real Estate Mogul and Change Agent Tim McBride shares his personal journey of finding a bigger purpose beyond real estate, leaving a legacy of service.

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Originally from Vancouver, Canada, Tim McBride pursued a career in professional sports and entertainment upon earning undergraduate and graduate degrees in the field. After his sports-tech company plateaue...

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Do you really know what's in your food? On today’s podcast, co-founder of Seed Oil Free Alliance Corey Nelson shares what exactly seed oils are, the dangers they may cause to your health, and how to avoid using them in the kitchen. 

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Corey Nelson is co-founder of the Seed Oil Free Alliance, a certification company that's helping industry and consumers switch to healthier oils and fat...

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Are you ready to embark on the cruise of your dreams? On today’s podcast, cruise specialist Jonathan Phillips and Tami Louis of Regent Seven Seas Cruises share their years of cruise experience to help get you ready for the perfect odyssey on water!   

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Jonathan is a destination and cruise specialist, having visited over 76 + countries and all seven continents, and cruised on nearly e...

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On today’s podcast, co-founder and president of Foothill Catalog Foundation and Architect, Alex Athensen shares his journey of helping rebuild and restore the Pacific Palisades and the community affected following the devastation from the fires.  

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Alex Athenson is the President and Co-Founder of the Foothill Catalog Foundation, and an Architect and Urban Designer in Pasadena, CA. Mr...

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Are you ready to enjoy fine art from around the world, all in one place? On today’s podcast, Scottsdale Art Week founder and owner of Brennen Fine Art Trey Brennen and strategic partner architect Mark Candelaria share why you don’t want to miss this year’s Scottsdale Ferrari Art Week, a four-day event filled with fine art from around the world and exciting activities for attendees to enjoy.

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Would you know if you were having a heart attack? On today’s podcast, Catherine Tuton and her cardiologist Dr. Christina Reuss, both chairing the Honor Ball to benefit Honor Health, share Catherine’s personal story of how she survived her heart attack, and the warning signs to watch out for. Plus, in honor of Valentine’s Day, Dr. Reuss offers tips for improving your heart health.

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Ca...

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Whether you are designing a 100,000 sq. ft. mansion or a charming beach cottage, the principles of good design are always in play. On today’s podcast, Paul McClean shares how he loves working with clients of all sizes to design a home that provides the backdrop to living a beautiful life.

 

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Paul McClean is a member of the American Institute of Architects and is a licens...

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Are you tired of dressing in sun protective clothing that has no fashion sense? On today’s podcast, Kristine & Addy Thompson, mother and daughter team, share their journey to creating a fashion brand, NINI, that puts the cute and stylish into sun protective clothing. Plus, they share their first venture into entrepreneurship for the duo.

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Kristine and Addison, a dynamic mother-daught...

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Did you know that you are hard-wired to experience different spaces and design in your own way? On today’s podcast, Richard Fleming shares how designing to the five senses provides the ultimate design experience, and how to design spaces for productivity, comfort and inspiration.

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Richard Fleming is a neuro-architect, innovator, and entrepreneur for 20+ years creating transformative,...

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Are you ready to up your workout game? On today’s podcast, Jodi Stokes shares how to make fitness a part of your life in just 21 minutes a day. Plus, she shares her tips for staying consistent and how to optimize your results with good nutrition and a healthy mindset.

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After receiving her Bachelor of Exercise Science from the University of Arizona, she began her lifelong commitment t...

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Do you want to make an impact on your personal health in 2025? On today’s podcast, Dr. Carrie Bordinko, Medical Director of Bennesair and board certified internal medicine physician shares a year-long plan that could dramatically improve your health with month-by-month strategies and tactics to make measureable gains.

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Dr. Carrie Bordinko is a board-certified internal medicine physic...

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