Episodes
From Rock Bottom to Top Producer: Jessica Strunk’s Story of Faith, Re…
What if the lowest point in your life wasn’t the end — but the beginning of your greatest purpose? In this episode of The Prosperity Lounge , host Joey Ruffalo sits down with Jessica Strunk — known by many as Gracie’s mom fro...
Community Spotlight: How Dog Daze IX Boosts Small Business Growth in …
In this Community Spotlight episode of The Prosperity Lounge , we explore how Dog Daze IX is doing more than entertaining crowds — it’s driving small business growth and strengthening community connections. Every August, Farr...
From Healing to Calling: Kent & Jennifer Morrell’s Journey of Redempt…
In Part 1, Kent Morrell shared his 6,821-day struggle with chronic pain—and the miraculous healing that changed everything. Now in Part 2, we explore what comes after the breakthrough. Joined by his wife Jennifer, Kent shares...
Knox County Conversations: Serving with Purpose - Leadership Insights…
What happens when you just keep showing up in the context of financial wellness and community leadership? In this episode of The Prosperity Lounge, Joey Ruffalo, engages with Knox County Commission Vice Chair Kim Frazier to e...
Pain to Purpose: Kent Morrell's 6,821-Day Journey to Healing and Hope…
What happens when chronic pain controls your life for 6,821 days — and then, in a single moment, it's gone? In this powerful episode of The Prosperity Lounge , Kent Morrell shares how a life-altering accident, 52 spine proced...
How Adilynn Walker, Regimental Commander at Virginia Tech, Leads Like…
Would You Take Business Advice from a 20-Year-Old that Leads 1,400 People? You Should! In this episode of The Prosperity Lounge , discover how financial wellness and leadership intersect as Joey Ruffalo sits down with Adilynn...
The Declaration of Financial Independence: What Freedom Really Means
In this special July 4th episode of The Prosperity Lounge , Joey Ruffalo gets personal. He opens with a powerful tribute to his father, Joseph J. Ruffalo Jr. , a Vietnam War veteran, community leader, and advocate for the bli...
From Burnout to Business: How Camp Honey Coffee Grew from a Dream to …
In this episode of The Prosperity Lounge , Joey Ruffalo talks with Whitney Holliday, owner of Camp Honey Coffee in Knoxville, TN. Whitney shares how she left a stressful job, faced burnout, and started a new business with pur...
Home Maintenance and Financial Wellness Strategies for Prosperity wit…
In this episode of The Prosperity Lounge, we explore the crucial connection between financial wellness and effective home maintenance with Brad Fleming, owner of HomeSmiles Knoxville. Financial wellness is essential for secur...
Financial Wellness & Business Growth for Young Entrepreneurs | Baked …
In this episode, Joey Ruffalo explores financial wellness strategies for young entrepreneurs , highlighting real-world tips around budgeting , money mindset , and business growth . He’s joined by 14-year-old Gracie, founder o...
3 Power Moves to Build Your Brand Today | Financial Strategies for En…
3 Power Moves to Build Your Personal Brand Today for More Trust, Visibility & Income
Debt vs. Retirement? Proven Strategies to Crush Debt Without Killing …
Is it smarter to pay off debt or invest in retirement — and how do you know when to hit pause? In this episode of The Prosperity Lounge , Joey Ruffalo breaks down the most emotionally loaded question in personal finance: “Sho...
Why Money Stress Is Wrecking Your Health | Tips to Take Control
Feeling overwhelmed by money stress? You’re not alone. In this episode, Joey Ruffalo shares how financial anxiety impacts your health, relationships, and mindset—and what habits can bring peace. Learn how to budget with inten...
From Side Hustles to Breakthroughs: How I Paid Off $370K in Debt
What happens when budgeting isn’t enough? You hustle—with purpose. In this powerful episode of The Prosperity Lounge , Joey Ruffalo shares how he and his family used side hustles to pay off over $370,000 in debt —and how you ...
Why Most Budgets Fail — And How to Finally Build One That Works
What if the problem isn’t you — it’s the budget? In this episode of The Prosperity Lounge Radio Show , Joey Ruffalo shares the hard truth about why most budgeting strategies fail and how to flip the script to create a plan th...
Welcome to the Lounge: My Journey, Your Breakthrough
In the premiere episode of The Prosperity Lounge Radio Show , Joey Ruffalo shares the powerful story behind his journey — from crushing debt to financial freedom, and how faith, grit, and strategy created a new path forward. ...