Welcome to "Life of Flow." In this episode, we're thrilled to have Ryan Tanel, a top-performing investor with a stellar 10-year track record in real estate. Ryan's achievements include overseeing 173 units across Texas and managing a $23 million asset portfolio. He's also had a successful career as a Senior residential loan officer, closing loans for over 500 Texas properties. Ryan's passion led him to found Top Producer Investment Capital, designed to help Loan Officers and Realtors invest in real estate passively, enabling them to focus on growing their commissions and retiring early. With a proven track record, Ryan consistently outperforms the market. Tune in to "Investment for Dummies 101 with Ryan Tanel" to learn from a true expert and discover how to navigate the world of investments with confidence. Get ready to take control of your financial future! Ryan Tanel is a Top performing investor with 10 years of real estate experience including Senior Managing Partner for 173 units across Texas, and a portfolio of $23M assets under management, as well as a history as a Senior residential loan officer closing loans for over 500 properties in Texas throughout his career. Ryan founded Top Producer Investment Capital as a way to serve Top Producing Loan Officers and Realtors to invest in real estate passively, allowing them to focus where their time is best spent; growing their commissions, and retiring early. Driven by results, bottom line profits for investors, and doing the hard work necessary that others are not willing to do to get the results that others are not able to get, Ryan substantially outperforms the market with each new acquisition taken under management. Learn more about Top Producer Investment Capital here Follow Life of Flow on Instagram Follow Life of Flow on Twitter Follow Dr. Miguel Montero-Baker on Twitter

In this engaging episode, "Life of Flow" hosts Lucas and Miguel dive into the fascinating journey of Dr. Frank Veith, a distinguished figure in medicine. Dr. Veith, acclaimed for his book "The Medical Jungle," shares insights from his transformative career, spanning from pioneering work in lung transplantation to becoming a renowned vascular surgeon.  Dr. Veith's story of self-reinvention is a central theme, emphasizing the limitless potential for career evolution in the medical field. The hosts also celebrate the upcoming 50th anniversary of the Veith Symposium, a premier vascular meeting that Dr. Veith has played a pivotal role in organizing and which has made a significant impact in the field.  Join us for an inspiring discussion with Dr. Frank Veith and the celebration of Veith Symposium's 50th year in this enlightening episode of "Life of Flow."  About Dr. Veith:  As one of America’s most celebrated vascular surgeons, Dr. Frank Veith’s career was anything but conventional—from working undercover with the CIA to fighting to make vascular surgery an independent specialty to creating the largest vascular conference in the world (the VEITHsymposium).  Dr. Veith’s pioneering leadership led to the development of revolutionary techniques in limb salvage, lung transplantation, and endovascular treatment, including the first endovascular aortic aneurysm repair in North America. It also earned him a reputation as a medical maverick who cared more about his patients than the bottom line. Each of his innovative concepts was initially rejected by a hypercompetitive medical establishment that operated by the metaphorical law of the jungle—eat or be eaten. Hospital administrators, medical organizations, and vying colleagues spent decades trying to discredit his work or dismiss it entirely, either because they refused to believe it was possible, or were too jealous to admit the truth. Ultimately, some of them even co-opted his innovations and claimed his research as their own.  In The Medical Jungle, Dr. Veith reveals the world of high-level medicine as it has rarely been seen—recounting the stories, techniques, principles, and philosophies that shaped his success. Always going against the grain for the greater good, his perseverance and courage will inspire anyone (in any profession) fighting the good fight.  Learn more about Veith Symposium here Follow Life of Flow on Instagram Follow Life of Flow on Twitter Follow Dr. Miguel Montero-Baker on Twitter

Join us in this compelling episode of "Life of Flow" as we delve into the world of vascular medicine with renowned experts, Dr. Andrea Casini and Dr. Giacomo Clerici. In "7 Years of Italian Arterializations," you'll witness their groundbreaking work and learn about their innovative techniques, challenges, and the impact they've made on the field. Patient stories, the future of vascular medicine, and their inspiring journeys await in this illuminating discussion. Discover the transformational power of arterialization and their unwavering commitment to medical innovation. Follow Life of Flow on Instagram Follow Life of Flow on Twitter Follow Dr. Miguel Montero-Baker on Twitter About Dr. Andrea Casini: Dr. Andrea Casini graduated in Medicine and Surgery in 1996 from the University of Milan with a specialization in Vascular Surgery. Formerly, he served as the Head of the Vascular Surgery Division at the Center for the Care of Diabetic Foot at the Humanitas Gavazzeni Hospital in Bergamo. Today, he is the Director of the Vascular Surgery Unit at the San Carlo Clinic in Paderno Dugnano. His primary areas of interest include Carotid Surgery, Abdominal Aortic Surgery, and the treatment of diabetic foot conditions. He also has experience in endovascular treatment of arterial diseases, aneurysms, and carotid stenoses. Currently, he is a member of the Administrative Council of the IRCCS Carlo Besta Neurological Institute in Milan and CERISMAS - the Center for Research and Studies in Healthcare Management for Innovation in Healthcare Management Systems. Dr. Andrea Casini is also very active in producing scientific articles and texts, with his work appearing in prestigious medical journals. He has made numerous contributions during international conferences, particularly on the topic of diabetic foot care. About Dr. Giacomo Clerici: Dr. Cerici is a Graduate in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Pavia, specializing in Internal Medicine, with specialized training in Diabetic Foot Care. He was formerly affiliated with the Italian Diabetes Associations, SID, AMD, and The European Diabetic Foot Study Group (DFS) of EASD and is an accomplished author with numerous publications, including papers and chapters in international journals and books dedicated to Diabetic Foot Problems. Dr. Clerici is actively involved in organizing several international wound care and Diabetic Foot (DF) meetings, such as WOUNDS at VEITHsymposium in the United States (www.veitsymposium.org), the Multidisciplinary International Limb and Amputation Prevention Conference (MILAN) in Europe, and the WINTER/SUMMER school of Diabetic Foot Surgery in Milan. He previously served as a co-program director of iLegx (www.ilegx.com). Currently, he holds the position of coordinator for diabetic foot centers in Italy.

Join us in this episode of Life of Flow as we dive into the world of pediatric cardiology with Dr. Shreya Sheth. Discover how her background in engineering has led her into the exciting field of pediatric cardiology. Explore with us her unique perspectives as the director of clinical quality improvement for the Heart Center at Texas Children's Hospital in Houston, Texas. Subscribe now to gain insights into this remarkable fusion of engineering and medicine. About Dr. Shreya Sheth: Dr. Shreya Sheth is a pediatric cardiologist in Houston, Texas and is affiliated with Texas Children's Hospital. She received her medical degree from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Follow Life of Flow on Instagram Follow Life of Flow on Twitter Follow Dr. Miguel Montero-Baker on Twitter

Join us for an enlightening episode of Life of Flow as we dive into the world of retirement planning with expert guest Austin Hankwitz. Discover how bridge accounts can bridge the gap between your working years and retirement, ensuring a smooth transition. Plus, gain insights into the potential of angel investing to diversify your retirement portfolio. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting, this episode offers practical tips for a secure retirement. Tune in to Life of Flow and take control of your financial future! About Austin: Austin is a graduate from the University of Tennessee with a Bachelor's in Finance. While at UT, he took courses focused on financial analysis and accounting, risk management, and equity research. After graduation in 2018, he worked along side the CEO and SVP of Finance at Amedisys to help grow the company's already 380,000 patient reach. In 2020, Austin began creating short form personal finance and investing videos on TikTok. In 2021, he decided to pursue this passion full-time and is currently spending his time creating content, mentoring other creators in the space, and advising fintech startups backed by Y-Combinator, Forerunner Ventures, Norwest Ventures, Upfront Ventures, and many more. He is the co-host of the Rich Habits podcast with Robert Croak, founder of Silly Bandz. The goal behind their podcast is to give listeners habits to take back control of their money.