Beste Local Love podcaster (2025)

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Belmont Kitchen and Cocktails: For the love of family hospitality 29:44

16h ago29:44

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The best meats and cheeses from around the world paired with perfectly balanced cocktails. That’s what Phil Lewkowicz wants to deliver with the new Belmont Kitchen and Cocktails in North Scottsdale. We learn Phil’s family knows fine dining, as they own both Café Monarch and The Reserve. Phil says he’s always loved hospitality and Belmont Kitchen an…

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Practical Art: For the Love of Local Art 37:02

8d ago37:02

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A lawyer with a love of art created a shop 17 years ago to support local artists. When Jane Reddin passed away from cancer, she left the store to an employee who she knew would love it as much as she did. Since then, former news photojournalist Lisa Olson, has poured her heart in making Practical Art a cornerstone for art in our community. If you'r…

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Arizona Event Season: For the love of golf and baseball 32:06

15d ago32:06

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The WM Phoenix Open is this week and Spring Training is close behind. We talk to two pros when it comes to Arizona events: our own Scott Pasmore and Ian Schwartz. They tell some wild stories from covering the events and give some recommendations on restaurants to try while out and about with your friends.…

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Chula Seafood: For the love of fresh fish 38:57

22d ago38:57

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From fresh off the fishing boat in San Diego to grilled on your plate in Arizona, we meet the couple behind Chula Seafood. Arizona native Jon Heflin’s family’s been in the fishing industry in San Diego for decades. His wife Mandy (who he met while at ASU) is from the Pacific Northwest and was craving fresh seafood here in the desert. They started b…

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Chrissy May: For the love…of you! 46:58

29d ago46:58

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We meet the inspiring Chrissy May. The serial entrepreneur, author and wellness advocate hosts Aligned and Alive podcast and holds Sacred Experiences retreats. She offers one-on-one coaching on creating breakthroughs and lasting transformations. May tells us about the power of resilience, the importance of self-love, and why we should get comfortab…

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Scott's Training Systems 36:29

1M ago36:29

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Scott Keppel of Scott's Training Systems is celebrating 20 years of guiding healthy transformations in people's lives. The personal trainer and nutrition coach aims to simplify your approach to food and exercise. Scott's trusted reputation in the Valley has earned him the ability to train many Arizona pageant girls and women as they prepare for the…

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Mixela 34:45

1M ago34:45

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Mixela is a small plates and wine restaurant in Phoenix with an international flair. The chef, Gian Franco, is from Venezuela and his wife Valentina is from Mexico. We learn how the two met in Monaco years ago. Now the couple's created a neighborhood bar and restaurant for people to come and hang and share small bites. On the menu, you’ll find sush…

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AZ Adventures: Experiencing Arizona every which way 33:27

2M ago33:27

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Two feet, two wheels, off road, or on the streets. We gather the owners of three different tour companies who can show you Arizona from a different point of view. We are talking to the owners of Wild Bunch Desert Guides, Stellar Adventures, and Detours of Arizona. They'll take you on hikes and bikes, in UTVs and hummers and in an air-conditioned va…

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The Larder & the Delta: Elevating Southern Comfort 45:48

2M ago45:48

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Chef Stephen Jones of The Larder & the Delta is moving Southern cuisine into the fine dining space in a multi-course fancy and fun culinary experience. Jones has been a prominent name in the Phoenix food scene for more than a decade, creating friendships and mentoring young chefs but he almost left Arizona after his first summer here. Learn how a m…

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Knife and Fork Media Group: Finding a niche with Food and Beverage 41:01

2M ago41:01

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A former bank president decided to change her career by filling a void. Susie Timm says she saw a hole in the industry for food and beverage experts who do PR and marketing in Phoenix and nationwide. She took what she knew about helping small businesses with finances from the bank and combined it with her husband Eric's M.B.A. in marketing and crea…

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Hive on 16th: For the Love of the Artist 43:43

3M ago43:43

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A makeup artist from Maine moved from New York City to Phoenix and found a new calling. She wanted to create a space for working artists to both work and sell their wares. Tennille Neilsen’s vision for the Hive on 16th was a collection of affordable studios for artists with open doors for the customers to watch them work. The Hive on 16th brings 13…

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Sumo Steve with The Smooth FM Fishing Report 4:18

3M ago4:18

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http://www.breambaycharters.co.nz/Av Brent Harbour

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The Haunted Group: A toast to the view 31:50

3M ago31:50

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A Valley couple always loved visiting Verde Valley. On one such trip, they had a hankering for a margarita to enjoy with the view. That craving changed their lives and would made a big economic impact on Arizona small towns. Thirty years later, Michelle and Eric Jurisin of the Haunted Group own 9 concepts from restaurants to hotels in Jerome and Co…

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Smooth FM Fishing report November 22nd 2024 2:53

3M ago2:53

2:53

http://www.breambaycharters.co.nz/Av Brent Harbour

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Casa Lola: Brands you know at prices on the low 37:52

3M ago37:52

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At just 29 years old, Karla Meza opened her first store front offering furniture and home goods at affordable prices. She created Casa Lola at 5th Street and Camelback to give everyone an opportunity to furnish their home with fashion. The design lover started sourcing great products at huge markdowns then filling her store. She loves seeing people…

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The Smooth FM Fishing Report: 105.6 FM Bream Bay,Kaipara & Mangawhai & 107.7 FM Whangarei 3:48

3M ago3:48

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http://www.breambaycharters.co.nz/Av Brent Harbour

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Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market: For the love of farmers and fresh food 35:26

3M ago35:26

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In this episode, we meet Lisa Banish, Executive Director of Community Food Connections, dba Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market. The market started 19 years ago to connect the community to clean, healthy, locally grown food. They have 100 + local vendors, around 80% food and 20% artisan. The Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market is part of the Farmers Market…

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JoyridesAZ: A way to show off our hometown 54:21

4M ago54:21

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If you're looking for something to do with the family, this is it. We meet Monica and Kirk Nicodemus of JoyridesAZ. They love Scottsdale so much, they created a luxury golf cart experience to show off their hometown. They are always learning, reading and exploring on their own, so they are chock full of Scottsdale knowledge for your tour. They prom…

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Crow's Dairy: Get Ready to Learn a Lot About Goats! 42:29

4M ago42:29

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We meet Wendell Crow of Crow's Dairy. Wendell grew up in Buckeye in the dairy farming industry. He raises goats and makes cheese to sell to big name chefs and clients all over Arizona. He delivers the cheese himself. Wendell says the key to success is to keep his goats happy. The animals are his life. If you're a cheese lover, you must try the Crow…

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ATL Wings: All the Love 26:50

4M ago26:50

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You’d think the name ATL Wings stood for Atlanta, but this time it means all the love and that’s what this family pours into their delicious chicken wing recipes. We meet the Valley couple behind the creative sauces at ATL Wings, sauces so good, they’ve garnered a cult following! Mike and Cianna Kirksey grew their one business into 18 franchised st…

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Nuisance Drinks: Exciting Addition to The Natural Larder Collective 31:49

4M ago31:49

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In this episode, we meet Hugo Morrissey, the founder of the innovatively delicious Nuisance Drinks. This episode explores the story around Nuisance Drinks, whilst also offering an insightful dive into the world of ‘founders’, as Suzie and Iain are excited to announce this as the first addition to their newest project: the Natural Larder Collective.…

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CC's on Central: For the Love of Food and Family 44:50

4M ago44:50

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We meet Sharon Cunningham of CC's on Central. She already owns a Creole restaurant in California, but with her two grown children living here, she decided to move to Phoenix and open a Southern comfort restaurant here—offering all the favorites like jambalaya, wings, and po'boys—so she could be close to her kids CC's on Central is a great space to …

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The Merchantile: For Love of Gut, Heart, and God 45:44

4M ago45:44

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Kimberly Pak has a heart for the local maker. She throws some of the biggest markets in the Valley, bringing together hundreds of makers in one location for a celebration of everything local. She opened a storefront to provide a fulltime space for her makers to sell, then she opened another, and another. Now with two Scottsdale locations and one Ph…

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Almost There Rescue/Pizza to the Rescue: For the Love of Puppies and Pizza 36:29

5M ago36:29

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Valley natives, Geri Hormel and Hunter Rodgers, are passionate about animals. At home, they have dogs, chickens, and goats. At work, Geri rescues pregnant mom dogs and puppies at Almost There Rescue. ATR has 19 kennels, offers a Puppy Preschool Program, and daily enrichment for the dogs in their care. Next door, Hunter is manning the 10,000 pound h…

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Barcoa Agaveria, Phoenix Pizza Festival, and Taco Fest at Salt River Fields 52:22

5M ago52:22

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He's long been "The Festival Guy" around the Valley, throwing food fests focused on tacos and pizza. In this episode, we meet David Tyda of Taco Fest and Phoenix Pizza Festival, and now he owns a bar too. Barcoa Agaveria in downtown Phoenix celebrates the art of creating and tasting tequila but Tyda says he never set out to be a bar owner. Find out…

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Old School Grub Cafe: Great Food by Great People 38:30

5M ago38:30

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A former truck driver and a singer find romance online and go into business together. We talk to the owners of Old School Grub Cafe in Mesa. Frank and Carlotta Perla give you a taste of nostalgia with a restaurant filled with vintage toys and comic memorabilia, all with a huge menu of comfort food like meatloaf and homemade pie. When you visit Fran…

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Steve Levine Entertainment and Public Relations: A Marriage of Passions 37:38

5M ago37:38

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The Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival and Scottsdale Fashion Week are two really big events that bring big names to the Valley. In this episode, we meet the local couple doing the legwork behind the scenes. Steve and Jamie Levine own Steve Levine Entertainment and Public Relations. Steve, a former DJ, and Jamie, a master of PR, combined their passi…

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Dapper and Stout/Horse and Hyde: For the Love of Coffee and Country 32:57

6M ago32:57

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If you love coffee and country music, you're going to love this episode. We talk to Aaron Lopo, the owner of Dapper and Stout Coffee and Horse and Hyde Barroom. The coffee shops came first, some eight years ago. Then a little over a year ago, Aaron opened Horse and Hyde which quickly became popular because of daily live country music. His parents o…

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A Taste of AZ: Storytelling in Every Which Way 40:18

6M ago40:18

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Luke Irvin and Eric Walters of “A Taste of AZ” love telling stories about the Arizona restauranteur, chef, bar owner, and mixologist. They travel the state to tell their stories in print, in podcasts, and at festivals, where food lovers can connect in person. The work is something Eric felt was a long time coming as he'd searched for a career that …

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Lucky Star Jewels: Light and Love 30:48

6M ago30:48

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We meet the designer behind Lucky Star Jewels. Dawn Baiden created her jewelry line to be light and easy to wear, yet made with love that could go from day to night. You’ll find her beautiful necklaces, rings, bracelets and more in spa boutiques around the valley and the nation. She tells us about where she finds inspiration for her designs, the se…

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Azfoodie: For the Love of the People 50:21

6M ago50:21

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Azfoodie is the OG when it comes to Arizona food content creators. She started before it was cool by taking beautiful pictures of beautiful food around the Valley. Her pages went viral and pretty soon, Diana Brandt found herself Instagram and TikTok famous. She tells us about handling a new form of fame while always keeping in focus, and why she st…

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Rancher Hat Bar: For the Love of Legacy 38:27

7M ago38:27

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Shantelle and Kenny Girard want to create the next big name in hats. They say they eat, sleep and breathe Rancher Hat Bar. It's a company they started out of a vintage trailer they converted into a hat bar. On the very first day they opened, they had a line around the corner and knew they were onto something! While the Rancher Hat Bar brand is stil…

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Jenny's Dresses: Why buy the dress when you can RENT? 38:09

7M ago38:09

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That's the idea behind Jenny's Dresses in Scottsdale. Owner Jenny Weinstein has always loved fashion, and when she found a treasure trove of high-end couture, she knew she had to share the one-of-a-kind pieces. Her collection grew from there and is now expanding to a bridal collection too. Hear how Jenny attended ASU, met her husband at Manzanita, …

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Food Vision: For the love of the Dream 43:11

7M ago43:11

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In this episode of Jaime's Local Love, Jaime Cerreta chats with Chef Ron Young, the mastermind behind Foodvision. Chef Ron shares his wild journey from working at Nike and Victoria's Secret to cooking for celebs like Kyler Murray, Derrick Rose, and Odell Beckham Jr. Hear how a random encounter with a supportive customer led him to cook for a Hall o…

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Clive Collective: For the love of Great Food, Family, and Fun 41:16

7M ago41:16

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Celebrity chef Beau MacMillan and managing partner and co-founder Mikis Troyan of Clive Collective tell us how they came together to create the very popular restaurant Cala Scottsdale and the new speakeasy Tell Your Friends. The two industry veterans talk about the ever-changing dining culture in Arizona and why they wanted to develop restaurants t…

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Soul Carrier: "Where do you want to go?" 33:07

7M ago33:07

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It is the question Valley Handbag designer, Jennifer Boonlorn, is always asking herself. It's one her mother asked of her years ago. To answer the question, the Valley native made a huge career pivot. The W.P. Carey School of Business graduate packed her bags and moved to New York City to learn the fashion industry. She then came back home to creat…

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Chocolate Tree: Crafting Authentic and Sustainable Chocolate 39:22

8M ago39:22

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In this episode, Suzie explores the journey of Edinburgh’s Chocolate Tree with founders Alastair and Freddy. Starting from humble beginnings at a music festival, they transformed their passion for chocolate into a sustainable business. They discuss their move to organic farming practices, their commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, and the…

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The Bakery by LMB: When I Open “The Bakery” 28:25

8M ago28:25

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An Arizona girl had dreams of opening a bakery. In this episode, we meet Lindsey Blatney of the Bakery by LMB. She was going to college when one day she came home and told her mom she was moving to New York City with $400 dollars in her pocket and a goal to work at the famed Magnolia Bakery. She made the move, got the job, and learned what she want…

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In Good Spirits Hospitality Group: Where the Goal is “Half Baked” 40:48

8M ago40:48

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At In Good Spirits Hospitality Group, "half baked" means they're not done yet. At their restaurants—Citizen Public House, The Gladly, and Beginner's Luck—chef and owner Bernie Kantak and owner-operator Andrew Fritz are constantly tweaking and perfecting their product for the ultimate guest experience, AKA "Half baked." They believe they are in the …

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85 Local: A Valley Native With a Love of Arizona 32:19

8M ago32:19

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The 85 in 85 Local stands for the first two digits of Arizona zip codes. The store is home to 35 diverse and creative Arizona makers. Owner Misty Stachel was a vendor herself when she realized many of the maker's markets were on the east side of town. She set out to start her own in her own zip code in Peoria. Hear how Misty is creating an Arizona …

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Norde Scottsdale and Turquoise Candy Hat Bar: A Love of Arizona, Family, and Country 42:35

8M ago42:35

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Two Arizona sisters are serving up western style apparel adorned in sequins, feathers and fringe. Their first concept, Norde Scottsdale, quickly became an online hit and Old Town Scottsdale destination. Then the space opened up next door, and Faith and Julia Ballor jumped at the chance to open Turquoise Candy Hat Bar. The two sisters were studying …

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Smooth 105.6 June 11th Update on the Brynderwyns from Mark at the NZTA 3:13

8M ago3:13

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Av Brent Harbour

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Herb Majesty: Nature's Pharmacy and Sustainable Farming 32:20

8M ago32:20

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In this episode, Suzie chats with Charlotte Blackler from Herb Majesty, a family-run farm in Perthshire. They discuss Charlotte’s journey from a frustrated pharmacist to a herbologist and sustainable farmer. The conversation covers the use of plants as natural pharmaceuticals, sustainable livestock farming without antibiotics, and the role of bees …

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Smooth 105.6 Brynderwyns Update: June catch up with Mark from the NZTA 4:39

9M ago4:39

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Av Brent Harbour

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Saddlebags: For the Love of Fashion and Family 34:37

9M ago34:37

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Handcrafted jewelry for your wardrobe. Artwork carved in silver adorned with beautiful stones. At Saddlebags in Scottsdale, you can find silver buckle sets with leather belts. The business is celebrating 32 years in the Valley. Owner Todd Joseph tells us how it all began with his father and why Hanny's is such a special place to his family. Instagr…

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Hale Collective: Leaving her mark on our city 35:29

9M ago35:29

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Haley Balzano of Hale Collective is changing the look of our city. She’s the architect behind renovations at State Farm Stadium, the new restaurants at Sky Harbor Airport, and the new build at the BetMGM Sportsbook. She built a business she calls a collective because she realized to create a beautiful space, you need all your creatives in one place…

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Papa Ed’s Ice Cream and Karen’s Kreamery: A Perfect Partnership 33:50

9M ago33:50

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One woman makes the ice cream, the other serves it in her store. Linda Moran-Whittley worked in accounting before deciding to pursue a passion project after her husband passed away. Karen Gagne of Karen’s Kreamery also worked in accounting before she decided she wanted to start a business in which she could involve the family. Karen’s responsible f…

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Afi Like Taffy: Styling Arizona 30:58

9M ago30:58

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Afi Maita comes to the Valley by way of England and West Africa. While in England, Afi graduated in media studies, but it was in Africa as a little girl that the woman who created her fashion styling company—Afi Like Taffy—learned a love of wardrobe from her father. Hear how she fell in love with an American man and moved to across the sea to start…

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Glen Lyon Coffee Roasters: Cultivating Ethical Coffee Excellence 30:59

9M ago30:59

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In this episode, Fiona Grant from Glen Lyon Coffee Roasters, a socially responsible B Corp, shares the captivating journey of establishing the roastery in 2011 with her husband, ignited by their adventures in Latin America. With an unwavering commitment to quality and sustainability, they've forged unique direct partnerships, notably with a Brazili…

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Miracle Mile Deli: For the love of family and pastrami 29:38

10M ago29:38

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For decades, one Arizona family's been feeding Arizona families. The Miracle Mile Deli is celebrating 75 years in the Valley. Famous for their pastrami sandwiches, the deli serves up big portions at reasonable prices. The restaurant has long given back to the community through work like its reading program with Southwest Human Development. We talk …

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