Wealthy Way
Ryan Pineda
Don’t go broke trying to get rich…Entrepreneurs face so much pressure to grow their companies that it ends up bankrupting them in other areas of life such as their family, faith, and health.The Wealthy Way Podcast highlights other paths to success without sacrificing everything. The host, Ryan Pineda, interviews top experts in business, health, faith, and relationships while sharing his own experiences.Ryan has founded 7 different companies. In addition to that he owns 500+ rental properties, has received 1B+ views on social media, and is a retired pro baseball player.Go to WealthyWay.com to get access to free courses, planner app, blogs, and more. For inquiries email media@ryanpineda.comThis podcast was formerly “The Ryan Pineda Show”.
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Feb 26, 2026 • 1h 4min
15 years of business advice in 60 minutes
They unpack 15 years of business lessons in rapid-fire form. Topics include verifying online claims and how to spot real proof. They talk pivoting, reinventing yourself, and adapting to AI and social trends. Hiring the right people and making one great hire multiply results. They cover cash flow, avoiding lifestyle creep, stress, addictions, and preventing burnout.
Feb 23, 2026 • 10min
How To Have A Successful Marriage In Finances, Faith, And Family
Mindy Pineda, speaker on marriage, parenting, and faith, shares candid stories from life with her husband. They talk about staying flexible when plans change. They explore offering grace during hard seasons. They discuss leading at home, showing up daily, and prioritizing family through business stress.
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Feb 21, 2026 • 1h 52min
Inside The Business Of Religion And The Truth They Don’t Want You To Know | Nathan Apffel
Nathan Apffel, founder of the Religion Business project who investigates church finances and legal structures. He tackles mega church growth, pastor pay and side businesses. He explains tax‑exempt rules that shaped institutions. He discusses transparency, reforms for nonprofit law, tithing history, and high‑profile corruption and real estate abuses.
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Feb 18, 2026 • 48min
The Real Estate Crash Is Officially Over (Get In Now Or Regret It!)
Ricky Carruth, a real estate coach and market expert who advises agents and investors, predicts 2026 marks the start of a major housing rebound. He discusses why listings and low inventory will drive prices up. He highlights new construction opportunities, an extended multi-year recovery, and why agents should prioritize listings and disciplined lead generation.
Feb 18, 2026 • 15min
Over-Leveraged: The Silent Killer of “Good Deals”
They unpack how leverage spirals into crushing monthly payments and debt pyramids when deals pile up. Personal stories reveal surviving massive cash crunches and quick tactical fixes. Hear why shifting to wholesaling and pacing purchases can stop financial collapse. Practical practices for funding, reserving draws, and scaling more safely are explored.
Feb 17, 2026 • 10min
How AI Is Transforming Virtual Assistants from Task Managers to Strategic Operators
AI is turning virtual assistants into managers who supervise AI and quality control. Training and onboarding routines for AI workflows get a spotlight. Discussion covers replacing inside sales with AI-driven outreach and how one VA can now do the work of many. Pricing, hiring options, and ROI of agency versus independent VAs are debated.
Feb 17, 2026 • 1h 22min
AirBnB Isn’t Dead (The New Rules For Winning In 2026)
A lively debate on whether Airbnb is actually dead and what changed for hosts. Deep dives into design-driven rentals, immersive themes, and why hospitality skills now win. Case studies on high-performing properties and market selection tips. Talks about delistings, direct-booking funnels, tax and scaling tradeoffs for short-term rental investors.
Feb 14, 2026 • 11min
She Built a $1M Business with $5/Day Ad Strategy Anyone Can Copy
Maria Wendt, seller of focused low-ticket digital products who scaled to millions with simple ad funnels. She explains starting Facebook/Meta ads at $5/day to get early sales. She compares low-ticket volume to high-ticket pressure. She breaks down which digital products and pricing mix work for scalable growth.
Feb 12, 2026 • 53min
Top 8 Mistakes To Avoid As A Real Estate Investor in 2026
They break down the top pitfalls for real estate investors, from overleveraging and construction mismanagement to poor lead follow-up. They call out bloated overhead, lack of cash reserves, and shiny-object syndrome. They warn against optimistic underwriting and following noisy news or fake gurus.
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Feb 10, 2026 • 1h 24min
How to Get FILTHY RICH in Real Estate (This Scales Faster Than AirBnB Ever Could!)
Rich Somers, hospitality investor and boutique hotel founder, explains why small hotels are outcompeting Airbnbs. He breaks down targeting supply-constrained coastal markets, using renovations and amenity fees to boost NOI, and leveraging AI for revenue management. Rich also walks through a transformation case study and why long-term appreciation drives true wealth.
