Greater Phoenix A to Z
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.
Episodes
20 episodes
Building Equitable Financial Pathways with Anthony Sharett
Join host Casey Gilchrist and respected guest Anthony Sharett as they explore the vital efforts to advance equity and support for Black business owners. This episode features a special appearance by Teniqua Broughton, CEO of the State of Black ...
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Episode 20
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36:01
Exploring Arizona’s Culinary Landscape with Steve Chucri
Join host Tim Bourcet as he shares a conversation with one of the most influential figures in Arizona’s food and restaurant industry: Steve Chucri, President and CEO of the Arizona Restaurant Association.Listen in as Tim and Steve break...
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Episode 19
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21:39
Behind the Music with Michelle Donovan and Charlie Levy
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 ...
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Episode 18
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35:09
Unraveling the local fashion scene with Oscar De las salas, Leonor Aispuro, and Angela Johnson
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...
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Episode 17
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38:21
AZ Hot Takes Part 2 with Ashley Busada
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 pr...
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Episode 16
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20:56
Exploring Mesa's Vibrant Asian District - Mayor Giles and Muralist Kadihma Tung
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 acc...
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Episode 15
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34:08
AZ Hot Takes - Ashley Busada
This episode gets spicy! Listen in for a light-hearted discussion where self-proclaimed Southern girls Casey Gilchrist and Ashley Busa...
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Episode 14
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22:02
Dia de los Muertos history & traditions — Dr. Mathew Sandoval
*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 exp...
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Episode 13
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36:22
Unpacking the circular economy in concept and action - Amanda Jordan & Rose King
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 asp...
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Episode 12
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39:08
State of Black Business 3.0 report
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 ris...
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Episode 11
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1:05:32
Coffee Break w/ Jack McCain
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 exp...
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Episode 10
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48:27
Housing - Gregg Ghelfi, Steve Betts
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 Compa...
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Episode 9
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40:47
What is the future of AI? - Rebecca Clyde
Join host Casey Gilchrist and GPEC Data Scientist Albert Stanton in this exhilarating episode as they dive deep into the vibrant AI landscape of Greater Phoenix!Guest speaker Rebecca C...
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Episode 8
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44:41
Arts & Culture – Stefanie Carson, Edna Dapo, Jami Kozemczak, Patrick McWhortor, Christopher Roche
This special episode brought to you by the GPEC team was originally recorded as a panel conversation. In conjunction with the launch of a captivating GPEC art exhibit, the discussion focused on the influence of arts and culture on the growth of...
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Episode 7
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36:20
Flying vehicles could be landing in Greater Phoenix - David Shilliday
What a conversation! Host Casey Gilchrist is joined by David Shilliday, Vice President and General Manager of Urban Air Mobility and Unmanned Aerial Systems at Honeywell, and GPEC's Thomas Maynard to talk about flying electric vehicles, also kn...
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Episode 6
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28:24
Roosevelt Row — Cindy Dach & Ruben Alonzo
Roosevelt Row harnessed its history while prioritizing local growth to become one of Greater Phoenix's most popular neighborhoods. Now an example of planning perfection, Cindy Dach and Ruben Alonzo join Tim Bourcet to share stories on how Roose...
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Episode 5
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32:20
Black Excellence – Teniqua Broughton, Velma Trayham, Jeff Barton & Latasha Causey
Greater Phoenix is home to a diverse population of entrepreneurs, leaders and thinkers. Shifting demographics in this region have helped to elevate its industries and accelerate growth. The fourth episode of Greater Phoenix A to Z, is all about...
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Episode 4
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1:16:41
Semiconductors — Joe Russell
From a morning cup of coffee and the commute into work to connecting with loved ones across the country over the phone or on a flight, chips quietly impact every aspect of life. Greater Phoenix is a leading market for developing this global tec...
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Episode 3
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56:15
Super Bowl LVII – David Rousseau
Super Bowl LVII comes to Greater Phoenix on Sunday, February 12, but this isn’t the first major event this region has hosted. In this episode, Casey Gilchrist is joined by Super Bowl Host Committee Chairman David Rousseau and GPEC Marketing &am...
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Episode 2
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42:27
Greater Phoenix Growth – Chris Camacho
Greater Phoenix A to Z hosts Casey Gilchrist and Tim Bourcet are joined by Greater Phoenix Economic Council President & CEO Chris Camacho for the first episode of the GPEC podcast. The focus of the episode is growth in Greater Phoenix — eco...
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Episode 1
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38:15