The FEW Podcast

In this episode of The FEW Podcast Season 3, Episode 9, the hosts, Rob Schein and Madison Evans, sit down with a Rancho Mirage City Councilwoman, Eve Fromberg Edelstein, to explore a powerful journey rooted in law, nonprofit leadership, and community service in the Coachella Valley. The conversation traces her path from growing up in the desert and attending law school, to building a family-run legal practice and leading impactful ...

In this episode of The FEW Podcast Season 3, hosts Robert Schein and Madison Evans sit down with a local automotive leader to explore a powerful career journey rooted in resilience, leadership, and self-worth. Growing up in the Coachella Valley with a strong work ethic shaped by a single mother, the guest shares how an unexpected entry into the automotive industry evolved into a rise through the ranks from receptionist to General M...

In this episode of The FEW Podcast, host Rob Schein sits down live at the University of San Diego with a standout student, Monet Castellino, pursuing real estate, finance, and entrepreneurship. They explore her early introduction to real estate through hands-on work, her academic path, and how leadership roles on campus shaped her confidence and communication skills. She shares insider insights from her capital markets internship, ...

In this episode of The FEW Podcast, we sit down with Majna Dukic, the Director of Development Services for the City of Rancho Mirage, to explore her inspiring journey from refugee to respected public leader. Majna shares how her early childhood experience immigrating from Bosnia shaped her passion for public service, community development, and city planning. She discusses her path through UC San Diego and UCLA, her transition into ...

In this special edition of The FEW Podcast, hosts Bronwyn Ison and Donna Sturgeon take listeners behind the scenes of the upcoming Confidence Summit 2026, hosted by the Society of The FEW. They share the inspiring story of how the event began—from Bronwyn’s personal journey of rebuilding confidence after life’s challenges to creating a space where women can connect, learn, and grow together. The Summit combines wealth education, we...

In Season 3, Episode 5 of The FEW Podcast, hosts Robert Schein and Madison Evans sit down with psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and certified addiction nurse Debbie Bennett for an eye-opening discussion on addiction, recovery, and the growing field of functional psychiatry. Drawing from over 20 years of experience, Debbie shares how her career—from working with high-profile clients to helping everyday individuals—has re...

In Season 3, Episode 4 of The FEW Podcast, hosts Rob Schein and Madison Evans sit down with Jennica Schein to explore the realities of today’s Southern California real estate market. They discuss how shifting interest rates, cautious buyers, and unrealistic seller expectations are shaping the current landscape. From the challenges of lateral moves with higher mortgages to the opportunities created by motivated sellers, the episode ...

In Season 3, Episode 3 of The FEW Podcast, hosts Rob Schein and Madison Evans sit down with estate planning attorney Valerie Powers Smith to simplify the often-overwhelming world of trusts, wills, and conservatorships. The conversation breaks down why estate planning is critical at every stage of life, from age 18 onward, and how proactive steps like health care directives, financial powers of attorney, and well-structured trusts c...

In Season 3, Episode 2 of The Few Podcast, hosts Rob Schein and Madison Evans explore the crucial role MINDSET plays in achieving financial wellness. Drawing from Rob’s “7 Keys to Financial Wellness,” the conversation highlights practical strategies like creating a financial vision, managing debt, building an emergency fund, prioritizing savings, and avoiding the trap of short-term spending at the expense of long-term goals. Madiso...

In this episode of the The Few Podcast, hosts Robert Schein and Madison Evans sit down with finance students Ava, Sergio, Jake and Jake to talk about money, credit, and career preparation during college. The conversation dives into essential financial topics every student faces—credit scores vs. GPA, budgeting on a tight income, avoiding debt, and building smart money habits early. From cutting costs with meal plans and student dis...

In this episode of The FEW Podcast, hosts Robert Schein and Madison Evans sit down with Gina Rotolo, Vice President of Marketing and Communications for the Coachella Valley Firebirds. Gina shares her journey in sports marketing, from her roots in Las Vegas to leading the charge in building the Firebirds’ brand in Southern California. The conversation dives into the challenges of launching a professional hockey team during the pande...

In the Season 3 premiere of The FEW Podcast, hosts Robert Schein and Madison Evans break down the latest market-moving headlines and what they mean for your portfolio. Fresh from a high-profile media tour with appearances on CNBC, Fox Business, and Yahoo Finance, Rob shares insights on the disappointing jobs report, questions over economic data accuracy, and how the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decisions could impact housing, co...

In this inspiring episode of The FEW Podcast, hosts Rob Schein and Madison Evans sit down with Madalyn Botello, a third-generation restaurateur and owner of Wally’s Desert Turtle in Rancho Mirage, California. Madalyn shares her journey from studying hospitality at Cornell to leading her family’s iconic fine-dining restaurant through the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. With deep roots in the Coachella Valley, she opens up about...

In this empowering episode of The FEW Podcast, Rob Schein and Madison Evans sit down with Lori Crete—an accomplished entrepreneur, beauty industry leader, and mentor to women in business. Lori shares her remarkable journey from a small-town upbringing in Vermont to launching multiple successful ventures, including a spa in the Coachella Valley. With a background in customer service, airline travel, and esthetics, Lori explains how ...

In Season 2, Episode 10 of the podcast, hosts Rob Schein and Madison Evans sit down with powerhouse talent agent Babette Perry to explore her inspiring journey through the entertainment industry. From her early days in Northern California to her rise at major agencies like William Morris, ICM, and IMG, Babette shares stories of perseverance, career pivots, and launching big names in TV and sports broadcasting.

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In this inspiring episode, co-hosts Robert Schein and Madison Evans sit down with Mayor Jan Harnik of Palm Desert to discuss her journey into civic leadership and her vision for the city's future. Mayor Harnik shares her background, experiences raising a family in the Coachella Valley, and her passion for community engagement, transportation initiatives, and regional collaboration among the nine cities in the valley. She also d...

In this bonus The Few Podcast episode, called Schein on Markets, Rob and Jennica Schein dive into the current financial and real estate markets, offering timely insights amidst growing economic uncertainty. Rob explores the impact of tariffs on small businesses and stock market volatility, emphasizing how rising costs and a negative market sentiment are shaping investor behavior. He highlights the importance of staying diversified,...

In Season 2, episode 8 of The FEW Podcast, hosts Robert Schein and Madison Evans welcome certified sommelier and wine expert Katie Finn. As the wine manager and owner of the Desert Wine Shop in La Quinta, Katie shares her unexpected journey from studying political science and art history to becoming a leading voice in the wine world. The conversation explores how a restaurant job sparked her passion for wine, leading to studies abr...

In this special EXTRA TAKEOVER episode of The FEW Podcast, Kristen Martinez, Mortgage Broker and business owner, and Jennica Schein, Luxury Estate Realtor, dive into the latest real estate market trends, high-interest rates, and investment strategies. With uncertainty surrounding Federal Reserve decisions and geopolitical factors, buyers are hesitating—but real estate remains a powerful wealth-building tool, especially in Californi...