Episode Summary |

In this episode, Ann Priftis shares her insights on the intersection of women, wealth, art, and beauty, emphasizing how women can leverage their influence to promote equity in the art world and beyond. We explore the power of art in community building, mental health, and cultural change, along with Ann's personal passions and upcoming projects.

Chapters |

00:00 Introduction to Ann Priftis and her passions

02:24 Ann’s personal passion for polo and self-expression

05:41 The significance of provenance in art valuation

07:36 Women’s unique approach to collecting and community impact

08:45 The community and educational role of art collections

12:14 Transformative power of art in communities and cities

16:01 Art’s role in mental health and emotional well-being

20:39 The subjective nature of art and diverse perspectives

21:51 Designing the cover and visual elements of the book

22:16 Choosing the artist for the book cover and its symbolism

24:18 The importance of beauty and aesthetics in the book

25:11 The website design and interactive elements

25:58 Addressing concerns about femininity and traditional aesthetics

27:03 Integrating masculine and feminine qualities in wealth and art

28:23 The impact of art on personal and collective expression

29:27 The influence of AI and technology on art and authenticity

30:43 The importance of accessible art and community engagement

35:14 Innovative models for art collection and artist support

36:49 Alicia Keys and Swiss Beats’ initiative for artist royalties

37:06 How to connect with Ann and her galleries

Guest Bio |

Ann Priftis is the CEO of Off Piste Fine Arts, Ltd. Off Piste owns and operates 7 galleries (6 in Canada and 1 in Sun Valley, ID) focused on the sale of original contemporary art. Prior to this role, Ann was the Advisor and manager of the Krause Collection, a private, blue chip contemporary art collection based in the US and Italy. Former posts include VP of Strategy and New Business Development for Chihuly Studio, Principal and Senior Business Development Manager of Amazon Art; Director of Over the Influence Gallery in LA; VP and Director of GINA Gallery of International Naïve Art (NYC/Tel Aviv); Head of Art for the Faberge Big Egg Hunt (NYC); and Head of Contemporary Art Department at Weschler's Auction House (DC). In 2005, Ann established Clark Priftis Art (CP/Art), a comprehensive art advisory firm specializing in USPAP-compliant appraisals, corporate collection management, blue chip art acquisition and artist estate/business advisory. With over 25 years of fine art knowledge, Ann holds a BA in Art History from the University of Maryland and a Certificate in Fine and Decorative Arts Appraisal from George Washington University. She is a Personal Property-Fine Arts appraiser through the American Society of Appraisers (ASA) and an international keynote speaker who has been featured across multiple media outlets including WeWealth (IT), BNN (CA), and Kiplinger's Personal Finance. She most recently contributed the chapter Artful Investments: How Women are Shaping the Future of Art in Family Offices for the Global Law and Business Publication, “The Rising Role of Women in Family Offices and Family Businesses," and is editor and contributor to the forthcoming publication, "From Echo to Athena: Women and the Great Wealth Transfer."

Guest Resources |

https://www.linkedin.com/feed/

https://whistlerart.com/

https://www.sunvalleyart.com/

https://www.mountaingalleries.com/

https://whistlerart.com/blog

https://clarkpriftisart.com/

https://www.bonhams.com/

Emily's Resources |

https://emilybouchard.com/

https://blendedfamiliesflourishing.com/

Heart*Brain*Horse*Coherence Retreats: https://emilybouchard.com/retreat/

Episode Summary |

Sarah Walker shares her expertise on designing restorative, wellness-focused homes that support health, longevity, and family connection. Discover how personalized design, technology, and intentionality create spaces that enhance well-being and reflect core values.

Chapters |

00:00 Introduction to wellness-focused home design

01:49 Sarah's background and inspiration for restorative homes

04:00 The importance of environment in health and wellness

06:04 Designing a family sanctuary inspired by personal passions

07:50 Key features of a restorative home: air quality, lighting, and materials

09:58 Integrating technology and security seamlessly into wellness homes

12:06 Unexpected features that support health and wellness

13:51 The significance of sleep and circadian lighting

16:00 Personalized design process and client collaboration

17:57 Creating a wellness blueprint for each family

19:54 Designing for family needs and future longevity

22:02 Supporting multi-generational living and aging in place

23:59 Environmental considerations for health and safety

26:05 The impact of environment on health issues like allergies and fertility

28:12 Redefining wealth as health, energy, and freedom

29:47 The power of intentional living and lifestyle design

31:49 Aligning home design with core values and purpose

34:07 Creating synergy between environment and family goals

35:54 Supporting health and longevity through thoughtful design

37:03 How to connect with Sarah for personalized wellness home design

Guest Bio |

Sarah Walker is the Founder and Principal Designer of Nuance Interior Design, a legacy estate interior design and wellness advisory for families and family offices creating $20M+ residences and compounds worldwide. She and her team design flagship homes around how people actually live, creating environments that support nervous system recovery, health, and meaningful family connection for generations.

Over more than 20 years, Sarah has led the design and documentation of more than 50 multimillion-dollar estates and previously directed interior design for 140 Nordstrom stores, spas, and restaurants across the United States. Today, she applies that experience to deeply personalized, wellness-centered homes that integrate neuroscience-informed planning, low-toxin materials, and comprehensive design documentation, enabling architects, builders, and estate teams to execute with clarity and confidence.

Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Luxe Interiors + Design, Forbes, The Seattle Times, Homes & Gardens, and other leading publications.

Guest Resources |

https://nuanceinteriors.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahplattwalker

https://www.instagram.com/nuanceinteriors/

https://www.youtube.com/@nuanceinteriors

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-your-home-can-support-all-four-burners-without-asking-walker-tnf7c/?trackingId=DaXDbT%2BPQsiaVMECtpcOGQ%3D%3D

Emily's Resources |

https://emilybouchard.com/

https://blendedfamiliesflourishing.com/

Heart*Brain*Horse*Coherence Retreats: https://emilybouchard.com/retreat/

Episode Summary |

In this episode, Tony Steuer shares insights on financial literacy, avoiding scams, and empowering yourself to make informed financial decisions. Learn practical tips to ask better questions, recognize scam tactics, and prepare for emergencies.

Chapters |

00:00 Introduction to financial literacy and empowerment

00:39 Tony Steuer's background and passion for financial education

01:15 The importance of asking questions and curiosity

02:17 Behind the scenes of bad marketing practices and financial abuse

03:20 How to support asking the right questions about finances

04:11 The language barrier in financial literacy and asking questions

05:33 Encouraging clients to ask questions and repeat back for clarity

06:10 Building trust and understanding in financial advice

07:29 Focusing on clients' real goals and needs

08:43 Meeting clients where they are and simplifying complex concepts

10:04 Recognizing and avoiding scams and persuasion tactics

11:03 Understanding scam techniques like urgency and isolation

12:56 How scammers exploit fear and psychological pressure

15:24 The vulnerability of elders and how scams target them

18:49 Real-life scam stories and lessons learned

22:08 Aligning financial products with personal goals

24:28 Empowering women and all clients to take control of their finances

30:15 Recommended books and resources for financial education

31:04 Creating an emergency and in-case-of-emergency plan

32:05 Closing remarks and resources from Tony Steuer

Guest Bio |

Tony Steuer is a Financial Readiness Advocate, award-winning author, and host of the Get Ready: Before Life Happens podcast. He helps people and professionals prepare for life’s financial what-ifs before they happen through better questions, practical systems, and meaningful conversations.

He is the creator of the Financial Readiness Plan, designed to help people get organized, make confident decisions, and guide others when life happens. His work is grounded in a simple belief: better questions create better decisions when life happens.

Guest Resources |

Website: www.tonysteuer.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/tonysteuer

The Financial Readiness Plan is www.https://www.tonysteuer.com/get-ready-plan

The Get Ready Before Life Happens Podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TonySteuer

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-get-ready-money-podcast/id1480046083

Emily's Resources:

https://emilybouchard.com/

https://blendedfamiliesflourishing.com/

Heart*Brain*Horse*Coherence Retreats: https://emilybouchard.com/retreat/