In this episode, we explore two powerful forces shaping the Valley's future. First, Mesa's long-vacant Site 17 is finally moving forward with Culdesac's visionary plans for a walkable, mixed-use community—nearly 1,000 new homes plus retail and lifestyle amenities designed to redefine downtown Mesa.

Then we shift to Tempe, where ASU athletics generated nearly $100M in GDP impact last season alone, with football driving more than half. We unpack what that means for local businesses, Tempe's growth, and the broader Phoenix economy—plus a look at GCU's rise and how university sports ripple through real estate, retail, and community development.