Finding Genius Podcast

In this episode, we are joined by Chris Hamilton, Partner and Employee Benefits Practice Leader at Hotchkiss Insurance, an independent insurance agency based in Texas. With nearly two decades of experience in corporate finance and employee benefits, Chris helps employers navigate the complexities of the healthcare system, reduce costs, and gain greater control over their health plans by moving beyond traditional insurance models.
In addition to his work at Hotchkiss Insurance, Chris is the founder of Benefits Insider, an educational platform dedicated to helping employers understand how healthcare financing really works. Through practical case studies, industry analysis, and real-world examples, he empowers business leaders to make more informed decisions about employee benefits and healthcare spending.
Recognized as the 2025 BenefitsPro Advisor of the Year, Chris has become a leading voice on healthcare transparency, employer-sponsored health plans, and cost-containment strategies. He regularly contributes to podcasts, conferences, and educational content designed to simplify one of the most misunderstood areas of business.
This conversation explores:
How Chris got started in the healthcare and employee benefits industry

The unintended consequences of the Affordable Care Act on employers and healthcare 

The incentives that drive insurance companies, pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), and other healthcare stakeholders

Alternative approaches to controlling healthcare costs 

Why are healthcare costs continuing to rise, and what can employers do to take back control of their benefits strategy? Tune in to hear Chris's practical insights into the healthcare system and how businesses can create more efficient, cost-effective plans for their employees.
Connect with Chris:
Personal Website
Hotchkiss Insurance
LinkedIn
Youtube
Tiktok
🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C 
🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode
📖 Overcharged: Why Americans Pay Too Much For Health Care – A deep dive into the systemic issues driving high healthcare costs in the U.S. and how they impact patients and families.
👉 Get it here
📘 The Price We Pay: What Broke American Health Care—and How to Fix It – An investigative look at the financial and structural problems in American healthcare, with solutions for reform and better outcomes.
👉 Check it out
📙 The Healthcare Fix: Universal Insurance for All Americans – Explores practical strategies for implementing universal healthcare coverage in the U.S., aiming to improve access and reduce costs.
👉 Explore it here
📕 Benefits Revolution: The Next Generation of Employer-Sponsored Healthcare – A forward-looking guide to modernizing employer-based healthcare benefits to meet the needs of today's workforce.
👉 Discover it here
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In this episode, Lane Kawaoka joins us to discuss his book, The Wealth Elevator: Real Estate Syndications, Accredited Investor Banking, and Tax Strategies for First-Gen Millionaires. As a seasoned real estate investor, Lane has built a portfolio valued at more than $2.1 billion and has helped hundreds of investors access alternative wealth-building strategies through real estate syndications.
Lane is the founder of The Wealth Elevator and the Hui Deal Pipeline Club. Since 2016, he has syndicated more than $205 million in private equity and facilitated over $45 million in distributions to investors. Through his work, he helps working professionals create passive income streams and pursue financial freedom through strategic investing, tax optimization, and alternative asset ownership.
This conversation covers:
How Lane got started in the business industry. 

The mindset shifts required to build long-term wealth.

Why syndications can provide opportunities beyond traditional investing.

Common mistakes new investors make when evaluating deals.

Interested in learning how real estate syndications, tax planning, and alternative investments can help accelerate your path to financial independence? Tune in to hear Lane share the lessons, strategies, and experiences that have shaped his approach to building long-term wealth.
Connect with Lane:
LinkedIn
Instagram
The Wealth Elevator Website
Free Masterclass 
🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C 
🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode
📖 The Wealth Elevator: Real Estate Syndications, Accredited Investor Banking, and Tax Strategies for First-Gen Millionaires – A comprehensive guide to building wealth through real estate syndications, smart banking, and tax strategies for aspiring first-generation millionaires.
👉 Get it here
📘 The Millionaire Real Estate Investor – Proven strategies and insights from successful investors on how to acquire, manage, and grow real estate wealth effectively.
👉 Check it out
📙 Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not! – A classic personal finance book highlighting the mindset and financial lessons that separate the wealthy from the rest.
👉 Explore it here
📕 The Book on Rental Property Investing: How to Create Wealth With Intelligent Buy and Hold Real Estate Investing (BiggerPockets Rental Kit, 2) – A step-by-step guide for building long-term wealth through smart buy-and-hold rental property investments.
👉 Discover it here
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Join us in this episode as we explore the evolving field of cardiovascular medicine with Michael S. Sacks, Professor and Director of the James T. Willerson Center for Cardiovascular Modeling and Simulation at the University of Texas at Austin. As a leading expert in cardiovascular modeling, Professor Sacks focuses on developing patient-specific, simulation-based technologies that improve our understanding of heart and heart valve disease. What's his goal? To advance treatment strategies by helping physicians better predict outcomes and design therapies tailored to individual patients…
Click play to learn about:
The two major problems with valve therapy.

How computational modeling is transforming the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease.

Why patient-specific simulations may improve surgical planning and clinical outcomes.

The limitations of current valve replacement technologies.

Professor Sacks has held numerous leadership roles throughout his distinguished career, including serving as Technical Editor of the Journal of Biomechanical Engineering. He is an inaugural Fellow of the Biomedical Engineering Society, a Fellow of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, and a Fellow of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering. His honors include the Van C. Mow Medal from the ASME Bioengineering Division, the University of Pittsburgh Chancellor's Distinguished Research Award, the Richard Skalak Distinguished Lectureship from Columbia University, and the SKT Lectureship from the City College of New York. In 2006, he was recognized as one of Scientific American's 50 Leaders in Science and Technology.
Connect with Professor Sacks: 
LinkedIn
University of Texas Profile 
Google Scholar Profile
Willerson Center for Cardiovascular Modeling and Simulation
Oden Institute for Computational Engineering & Sciences
🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C 
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📖 The Cardiovascular System at a Glance – A concise, visual guide to the structure, function, and disorders of the cardiovascular system, ideal for students and healthcare professionals. 👉 Get it here
📘 Sampling and Analysis of Environmental Chemical Pollutants: A Complete Guide – A thorough reference on methods for detecting, analyzing, and understanding chemical pollutants in the environment. 👉 Check it out
📙 Pathophysiology of Heart Disease: An Introduction to Cardiovascular Medicine – A detailed introduction to cardiovascular diseases, their mechanisms, and clinical implications for medical practice. 👉 Explore it here
📕 Cardiovascular Physiology Concepts (Lippincott Connect) – A comprehensive text covering the key principles of cardiovascular physiology, integrating concepts with clinical relevance. 👉 Discover it here








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In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Matt Bernstein, MD, Chief Medical Officer at Ellenhorn and Chief Executive Officer of Accord. A highly respected clinical psychiatrist and leading voice in the emerging field of metabolic psychiatry, Dr. Bernstein draws on more than 25 years of experience helping individuals achieve meaningful mental health improvement and long-term functional recovery.
Throughout his career, Dr. Bernstein has explored the connection between metabolism and mental health, first through private practice and later through his work at Ellenhorn. More recently, he developed Accord's comprehensive treatment model and has become a prominent advocate for metabolic psychiatry through podcasts, national conferences, and briefings for members of Congress.  
This conversation dives into:
What metabolic psychiatry is and how it differs from traditional psychiatric care.

The relationship between brain metabolism and mental health disorders.

How ketogenic therapies are being explored as potential tools for psychiatric recovery.

The role of metabolic health in conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety, OCD, and psychosis.

Dr. Bernstein graduated summa cum laude from Columbia University with a degree in English Literature and earned his medical degree from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. He completed his psychiatric training at MGH/McLean, where he served as Chief Resident and later held leadership positions, including Psychiatrist-in-Charge and Assistant Medical Director of the Schizophrenia and Bipolar Inpatient Program. He also serves on several advisory and nonprofit boards, including Metabolic Mind, Meru Health, The Metabolic Revolution, and the Coalition for Metabolic Health.
Connect with Dr. Bernstein:
LinkedIn
Accord's Website
Ellenhorn's Website
🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C 
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📖 The Road to Metabolic Health: Why the Answer Lies in Food, Not Pharmaceuticals – A science-backed guide showing how dietary choices impact metabolic health and prevent chronic disease without relying on medications. 👉 Get it here
📘 Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams – A comprehensive exploration of the vital role sleep plays in physical and mental health, and practical strategies for improving sleep quality. 👉 Check it out
📙 The Upward Spiral (Second Edition): Using Neuroscience to Reverse the Course of Depression, One Small Change at a Time – A practical guide using neuroscience-based strategies to improve mood and mental health incrementally. 👉 Explore it here
📕 The End of Mental Illness: How Neuroscience Is Transforming Psychiatry – An evidence-driven look at how brain science is changing the treatment and prevention of depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, and more. 👉 Discover it here








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In today's episode, we sit down with Dr. Rachel Pappert Docekal to explore the neuroscience, social influences, and behavioral patterns driving addiction in today's world. As the CEO of Hanley Foundation, Dr. Docekal is leading efforts to prevent substance misuse through education, advocacy, treatment access, and recovery support. 
Join us as Dr. Docekal shares her vision for addressing addiction at its roots and explains why prevention may be one of the most powerful tools we have in combating substance use disorders…
Hit play to find out:
How addiction affects the brain and influences human behavior.

Why prevention and early intervention are critical in reducing substance abuse.

The ways that social media can contribute to addiction trends today.

How loneliness, technology, and modern lifestyles may increase vulnerability to addiction.

Dr. Docekal holds a Bachelor of Arts from Chatham College, a Master of Business Administration from the Katz Graduate School of Business at the University of Pittsburgh, and a Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University. In addition to her role at Hanley Foundation, she founded the Lyrae Group, a consulting firm focused on philanthropy, where she served as Managing Director until 2023. 
Connect with Dr. Docekal:
Instagram
Facebook
LinkedIn
X
Hanley Foundation Website
🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C 
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📖 The Molecule of More: How a Single Chemical in Your Brain Drives Love, Sex, and Creativity - And Will Determine the Fate of the Human Race – Explores how dopamine influences behavior, motivation, and creativity, shaping our personal lives and society at large. 👉 Get it here
📘 Clean: Overcoming Addiction and Ending America's Greatest Tragedy – A powerful examination of addiction, its social impact, and evidence-based approaches to prevention and recovery. 👉 Check it out
📙 The Biology of Desire: Why Addiction Is Not a Disease – Challenges conventional views on addiction, presenting a biological and behavioral perspective on why and how addictive behaviors develop. 👉 Explore it here
📕 Rewired: A Bold New Approach To Addiction and Recovery – Offers innovative strategies for breaking addictive cycles, rewiring the brain, and sustaining long-term recovery. 👉 Discover it here








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