In this powerful episode, Danny Flores sits down with Dr. Candace Howe, a board-certified OBGYN based in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Howe shares her inspiring journey from being raised by a young mother to becoming a physician with a deep passion for women’s health. With medical training from UCLA and a strong foundation in both clinical excellence and global service, Dr. Howe discusses her emphasis on menopause, menstrual disorders, and high-risk pregnancy.

She reflects on the emotional moment that steered her from cardiology to obstetrics, the powerful impact of delivering babies, and how global experiences—from Africa to Mexico—reshaped her perspective on gratitude and care. Dr. Howe also talks about the evolving role of AI in medicine and her new focus on sexual health and menopausal care for women.

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In this episode of The Orange County Power Players Podcast, Danny Flores sits down with Nathan Villa, a seasoned commercial banker with over 20 years of experience, to uncover how small to mid-sized businesses can leverage personalized banking strategies to scale. Nathan shares his journey from starting at a credit union to becoming a subject matter expert in SBA lending at California Bank and Trust. He highlights real-world success stories, explains the ins and outs of SBA loans, and discusses the unique challenges and opportunities facing entrepreneurs today.

What You'll Learn:

• The difference between SBA and conventional loans—and which one is right for your business

• Real-life business transformation stories powered by smart banking

• How banks like California Bank and Trust support business growth with tailored financial strategies

• Why working with the right banking partner makes a difference

• Insights on acquisitions, growth capital, and legacy planning for business owners

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This episode sheds light on one of the most overlooked health crises in America—hormone health in women. Danny Flores sits down with KJ Banuk, a precision medicine consultant and 26-year biotech veteran, to explore the forgotten reality that 98 million women are navigating perimenopause and menopause with limited guidance. KJ shares how a flawed 2002 study sidelined hormone therapy for decades and how new FDA guidance is now rewriting that narrative.

We explore the 20-year lag between medical research and clinical practice, the real drivers behind inflammation and aging, and the incredible potential of peptides and hormone therapy for both women and men. KJ also offers resources, including how to find specialized care, and gives a shoutout to JOIN MIDI Health and her local favorites in Orange County.

Whether you're a woman looking to feel more like yourself again, or a man wondering how TRT could optimize your energy and vitality, this episode breaks it all down—clearly, passionately, and practically.

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