Greater Phoenix A to Z

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Telling the story of Greater Phoenix differently, the Greater Phoenix A to Z podcast brings local innovators, community leaders and interesting people to the mic to highlight the area and topics important to the region. The Greater Phoenix A to Z podcast is presented by the Greater Phoenix Economic Council, its 22 member communities, Maricopa and Pinal counties and more than 200 private investors.

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Behind the Music with Michelle Donovan and Charlie Levy

Apr 03 2024 35 mins  
Join GPEC’s resident music enthusiast Tim Bourcet as he shares a conversation with two of the Arizona music scene’s most influential figures: Michelle Donovan, owner of The Nile Theater in Mesa, and Charlie Levy, owner of The Crescent Ballroom and Valley Bar in Phoenix.Listen in as Michelle and Charlie take us behind the scenes of Arizona’s rich musical heritage through the l

Unraveling the local fashion scene with Oscar De las salas, Leonor Aispuro, and Angela Johnson

Mar 06 2024 38 mins  
Join host Casey Gilchrist and esteemed guests Oscar De las salas, Leonor Aispuro, and Angela Johnson as they dive into Greater Phoenix’s dynamic fashion scene and their goal to fashion a sustainable future. Delve into their inspiring stories of creativity and innovation, from their beginnings in the fashion industry to their vision for its future.Discover the intersection of fash

AZ Hot Takes Part 2 with Ashley Busada

Feb 21 2024 20 mins  
GPEC’s Southern belles are back for part two of Arizona hot takes! Host Casey Gilchrist and guest Ashley Busada dive into more crowd-sourced opinions about Greater Phoenix and Arizona. What is a hot take? A hot take is a quickly produced, strongly worded and often deliberately provocative or sensational opinion or reaction.Covering everything from Arizona’s iconic sunsets to th

Exploring Mesa's Vibrant Asian District - Mayor Giles and Muralist Kadihma Tung

Nov 27 2023 34 mins  
Join co-hosts Tim Bourcet and Casey Gilchrist as they dive into the culture and community of Mesa's thriving Asian District.First, we chat with Mesa Mayor John Giles, an accomplished leader and triathlete, who shares insights into the growth of Mesa's Asian district and his role in supporting development.Then, we're thrilled to introduce muralist Kadhima Tung, a Chin

AZ Hot Takes - Ashley Busada

Nov 15 2023 22 mins  
This episode gets spicy! Listen in for a light-hearted discussion where self-proclaimed Southern girls Casey Gilchrist and Ashley Busada react to crowd-sourced "hot takes" on Greater Phoenix and Arizona.What is a "hot take?" — A hot take is a quickly produced, strongly worded and often deliberately provocative or sensational opinion or reaction.From the authen

Dia de los Muertos history & traditions — Dr. Mathew Sandoval

Oct 10 2023 36 mins  
*Please note that there were some microphone issues in this episode, but the compelling dialogue remains rich and enlightening. Host Tim Bourcet is joined by local expert Dr. Mathew Sandoval for an engaging discussion about the history, traditions and Greater Phoenix Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebrations. Dr. Sandoval is an Associate Teaching Professor at Barrett the Ho

Unpacking the circular economy in concept and action - Amanda Jordan & Rose King

Sep 20 2023 39 mins  
At GPEC, we talk a lot about how Greater Phoenix is addressing climate action and sustainability goals, from water solutions and alternative energy generation and storage to other novel technologies, but in this episode, we focus on another aspect of sustainability essential to progressing long-term goals in this space — the reuse and regeneration of materials and products.Host C

State of Black Business 3.0 report

Aug 23 2023 65 mins  
Published in partnership with The State of Black Arizona, this special report covers the thriving landscape of Black entrepreneurship in Arizona and shines a spotlight on Black-owned firms, the rise of women-owned enterprises and the role venture capital and microlending play towards an equitable market. From innovative incubators to collaborative initiatives, hear how these game-c

Coffee Break w/ Jack McCain

Aug 02 2023 48 mins  
In this episode we sit down with local legend, U.S. Navy Reserve Aviator and American Airlines Regional Director of Government Affairs, Jack McCain to chat everything from his favorite movie, pinball obsession, and go-to restaurants, to the experience of coming home to fundamental changes in the character, makeup and political landscape of Greater Phoenix.Mentions include:U.S. Navy

Housing - Gregg Ghelfi, Steve Betts

Jul 19 2023 40 mins  
Join host Casey Gilchrist as she sheds light on the overwhelming challenges faced by Greater Phoenix residents in their pursuit of affordable housing.Guest speakers include Steve Betts, managing director of development at Holualoa Companies, Gregg Ghelfi, business development officer for the Maricopa County IDA, and Jessica Daley, GPEC's digital marketing director. Listen in a