San Juan Social Podcast

Daven Michaels
  • 5.0 (13)
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Updated Weekly

The San Juan Social Podcast dives deep into the vibrant and evolving business landscape of Puerto Rico. Each episode features expert insights, success stories, and practical advice for entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders looking to navigate and thrive in this unique market. Whether you're starting a new venture or expanding an existing one, tune in to stay informed and inspired.

  1. Oct 19

    San Juan Social Podcast: Private Med Health - The Future of Concierge Medicine in Puerto Rico

    What if better healthcare wasn't just about seeing a doctor, but having an entire team working to make healthcare easier, faster, and more personalized? In this episode of the San Juan Social Podcast, I sit down with Mark Blackburn of Private Med Health to explore the growing world of concierge medicine in Puerto Rico. We talk about what personalized healthcare really looks like—from comprehensive “Healthy Start” assessments and customized care plans to telehealth technology, wearable health devices, genetic testing, sleep monitoring, and ongoing care for people who travel between Puerto Rico and the mainland. We also dive into one of the biggest advantages of concierge medicine: navigation. When something goes wrong, knowing where to go, who to call, and how to access the right care can make an enormous difference. Mark explains how Private Med Health helps members navigate emergencies, coordinate with hospitals and physicians, and maintain continuity of care while traveling. If you're focused on living a healthier, longer, and more optimized life—or simply want a healthcare team that's truly working for you—this conversation is worth watching. 🌐 Learn more about Private Med Health: www.PrivateMedHealth.com 🎁 San Juan Social Club Members: Mention San Juan Social to receive 10% off Private Med Health membership fees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  2. Oct 13

    San Juan Social Podcast: The Untold Story of Building Modern Puerto Rico

    What does it take to help transform Puerto Rico's most iconic destinations? In this episode, I sit down with Friedel Stubbe, one of Puerto Rico's influential developers and entrepreneurs, to explore his remarkable journey from growing up on a farm to shaping communities and destinations across the island. Friedel shares how his family's agricultural roots influenced his approach to business, how he went from studying civil engineering to working in government, and what ultimately inspired him to leave public service and pursue real estate development. We also dive into the story behind Distrito T-Mobile, including how the COVID-19 pandemic nearly derailed the project just as it was preparing to open. Friedel explains why he believes Puerto Rico needs to think bigger, innovate, and raise its ambitions to compete with destinations like South Florida. One of the most memorable takeaways from our conversation is Friedel's philosophy that he's really in the “happiness business.” For him, development goes beyond buildings and infrastructure. It's about creating places where people can live, work, connect, and pursue their dreams. This is a powerful conversation about entrepreneurship, perseverance, vision, and a decades-long commitment to building a better Puerto Rico. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  3. Sep 28

    The Future of Investing? Tokenizing Real-World Assets with Billy Beach

    What happens when you combine blockchain technology, real-world assets, and the infrastructure of traditional financial markets? In this episode of the San Juan Social Podcast, I sit down with Billy Beach of Trusted Smart Chain to break down the rapidly evolving world of Real-World Asset (RWA) tokenization. We talk about how real estate, businesses, and other physical assets can potentially be brought onto blockchain infrastructure, creating new possibilities around fractional ownership, transparency, and 24/7 secondary-market liquidity. Billy also shares the lessons he learned from being involved in an earlier tokenization project that faced regulatory challenges, and how those experiences helped shape the more structured approach he takes today. If you're a real estate owner, syndicator, entrepreneur, investor, or simply curious about where blockchain and traditional finance are heading, this is a fascinating conversation you won't want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  4. Sep 18

    Connecting Puerto Rico: Business, Nonprofits & Networking with Annie Mustafa

    In this episode of the San Juan Social Podcast, I sit down with Annie Mustafa, a longtime connector and community leader in Puerto Rico who wears many hats across the nonprofit, business, education, and networking worlds. Annie shares how she helps bring people and organizations together through nonprofit resources, mentorship, technical assistance, grant opportunities, workshops, and networking events. We talk about her work supporting NGOs and founders, including the monthly Connection Solidaria events and the Tuesday Mixers that bring together entrepreneurs, professionals, students, professors, locals, expats, and people from the Puerto Rican diaspora. If you're interested in Puerto Rico, entrepreneurship, nonprofits, networking, economic development, or simply meeting interesting people doing meaningful things on the island, this conversation is packed with valuable resources and insights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  5. Sep 9

    Can Osteoporosis Be Reversed? Bone Health & OsteoStrong | Andrea LaPena

    I’ve always believed that staying healthy means more than just looking fit — it means building a body that can actually support you for decades to come. In this episode of the San Juan Social Podcast, I sit down with Andrea LaPena from OsteoStrong to talk about something that became very personal for me: bone health. I was previously told I had osteoporosis, only to discover through an Echolite REMS scan that I actually had osteopenia. That experience opened up a much bigger conversation about bone density, osteoporosis, DEXA scans, exercise, muscle, protein, and what we can do to stay proactive about our health. Andrea explains how bone responds to pressure, why simply taking calcium may not be enough, how muscle and bone are connected, and how OsteoStrong uses high-force isometric exercise to stimulate the body’s natural bone-building process. If you’ve ever wondered what you can do to take your bone health more seriously, this episode is for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  6. Aug 31

    How I’m Lowering My Biological Age with Biohacking | Amanda and Bianca Vega of Welli Wellness

    What if you could actually take control of your health, energy, brain, and biological age? In this episode, I sit down with Amanda and Bianca Vega from Welli Wellness to geek out about one of my favorite subjects: biohacking and human optimization. I’m a Welli client myself, and I share my personal experience with their therapies—including hyperbaric oxygen therapy, red light therapy, PEMF, binaural beats, localized cryotherapy, and personalized testing. I also talk about my own experience reducing my biological age and why I’ve become such a huge fan of these technologies. If you're interested in longevity, better sleep, more energy, improved cognitive performance, recovery, or simply becoming a better version of yourself, this episode is for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. Aug 28

    How One Man Is Changing Puerto Rico | Amaury Rivera

    What does it look like to dedicate your life to serving others? In this episode of the San Juan Social Podcast, I sit down with one of Puerto Rico's most respected community leaders, Amaury Rivera. What started as a conversation about community leadership turned into an eye-opening discussion about poverty, homelessness, disaster response, entrepreneurship, and what it really means to serve without expecting anything in return. Amaury  shares his incredible journey—from building billion-dollar telecommunications startups across Latin America to becoming the volunteer community leader for Condado, where he's available 24/7 helping residents, supporting the homeless, coordinating emergency response, and improving quality of life across Puerto Rico. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  8. Aug 4

    He Survived Two Terminal Cancers, Climbed Everest with One Lung & Ran 7 Marathons on 7 Continents | Sean Swarner

    What does it really mean to be unstoppable? In this episode of the Puerto Rico Business Broadcast, I sit down with Sean Swarner, one of the most inspiring people I've ever met. After surviving two terminal cancers, losing the use of one lung, and being given virtually no chance of survival, Sean went on to become the first cancer survivor to summit Mount Everest. He didn't stop there—he also completed the Seven Summits and ran seven marathons on seven continents in seven days. We dive into the mindset that carried him through unimaginable adversity, the power of purpose, why hope is the greatest survival tool we have, and how embracing discomfort can completely transform your life. Whether you're facing a personal challenge, building a business, or simply looking for inspiration, this conversation will remind you that your greatest limitations are often the ones you place on yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The San Juan Social Podcast dives deep into the vibrant and evolving business landscape of Puerto Rico. Each episode features expert insights, success stories, and practical advice for entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders looking to navigate and thrive in this unique market. Whether you're starting a new venture or expanding an existing one, tune in to stay informed and inspired.

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