In this episode, we meet Julie Hurt of Modern Bride in Old Town Scottsdale. She says a wedding dress should be fresh, stylish and "uniquely her." We learn how Hurt spent 20 years in the wedding industry, how her daughter's Quinceanera launched her first event business and how she noticed a gap in the gown market when it came to personalization. Hurt talks wedding dress trends into 2026 and about her true passion for creating customized dresses: making a bride's dream come true. 

In this episode, we meet owner of Shop Rolling Rack, Susie Diamond. With four locations around Arizona, the sassy boutique aims to dress everyone from daughter to grandmother for brunch, weddings, church and a girl's nights out. Hear how Susie spent nearly two decades in finance before her father's passing inspired her to follow her passion for fashion. Susie talks about shifting in business, addressing theft and bad google reviews, and DM'ing Bravo stars to invite them to her shop.  MORE INFO: https://shoprollingrack.com/

In this episode, we meet Chef Justin Beckett of Beckett's Table. His restaurant in Arcadia is celebrating 15 years in the Valley. Some fan favorites on his menu include the BT signature grilled cheese, deviled eggs, and short ribs. Chef Justin has long been a mentor in the Valley's Culinary World and he's promoting a new event to help support our Arizona Chefs. Arizona Chef's Week 2025 runs August 1-10, focusing on chef owned and run restaurants in the Valley. Learn more about Chef Justin and why he lived in 5 states and 3 countries by the age of 18 and how this life experience prepared him to become an always evolving chef.

MORE INFO: https://beckettstable.com/

Join host Jaime Ceretta in this episode of Jaime's Local Love, where she talks to Audrey Corley about owning Boycott Bar—the only lesbian bar left in Arizona—Dahlia Tapas and Tequila, and Title 9 Sports Grill. These three entities embody the things Aubrey loves: Supporting the queer community, dining on great food, and cheering on women’s sports. Audrey says she is passionate about creating safe spaces for people to gather and be heard. Hear more about the drink named after Audrey at Title 9 and why they call her “Coach A”.

In this episode, we talk to Josh Coddington with the Arizona Office of Tourism to inspire you to travel Arizona this summer and fall. Josh tells us some of the most popular places to visit, some new places to explore and tells us of some hidden gems as well. Plus, FESTIVAL SEASON is coming up. He will fill your calendar with great events from wine tasting to pirate themed celebrations! https://tourism.az.gov/arizona-state-travel-guide-map/

In this episode, we talk to two beloved chef/restaurant owners in the Valley. Gio Osso of Virtu Scottsdale and Pizzeria Virtu and Dominic Ruggiero of Hush Public House and Fire at Will come to the table for some real talk about the restaurant industry in the Instagram world and staying true to their passion for real food for real people. The chefs are leaders in their field—both winning a very prestigious Arizona award—and want to remind people to support their local restaurants, especially during the summer months. 

https://www.virtuscottsdale.com/
https://www.virtuscottsdale.com/pizzeria-virtu/
https://hushpublichouse.com/
https://eatfireatwill.com/

A Valley man is creating what he's called a lifestyle movement in Central Phoenix rooted in wellness and intention. Along Camelback and from 10th Street to Central, you will see three of his buildings. Inside them, Dean Waziry of Urban Fraiche is creating a lifestyle boutique, a Mediterranean restaurant, and a spa. In this episode, we learn after decades in the hospitality business, he knows how to make his customers feel welcome, and now he wants to teach them how to live a healthier life through food, movement, natural products and more.

Learn more: https://www.urbanfraiche.com/

In this episode, we meet two of the four sisters behind Aunt Chilada's at Dreamy Draw in Phoenix. Owned by a big family filled with big personalities, Michelle Woods and Tiffany Allison say Aunt Chilada's is a lady with a past, and it's up to them to ensure her future. The restaurant started as a general store, became a brothel and a steakhouse before it became the beloved Mexican restaurant it is today. Learn about the family business, the families' favorite places to visit in Arizona, and about their very own special blend of tequila.
https://www.auntchiladas.com/

We are sitting down with Arizona's Family's super reader. In this episode, we talk to our Whitney Clark, anchor/reporter and host of the Beyond the Next Chapter Podcast. We talk to her about her love of reading and how she gets it done so fast, every week. Whitney also tells us how she got into journalism, her favorite locally owned bookstores, plus she tells us why she loves Arizona and gives us some make-up tips too. https://www.azfamily.com/originals/podcasts/beyond-the-next-chapter/

It's doggone hot out there. In this episode, we brought in the Arizona Humane Society along with one of its longtime supporters. Uncle Bear's Grill and Tap is a family-owned and operated restaurant where your furry friends are welcome. The burgers are named after dogs, the walls are covered with pet photos, and yes, they have a dog menu too. We talk to father and daughter Todd and Lauren Carey about the family business, the sacrifices made, and the fulfillment as all Todd's children are now involved in the business. Uncle Bear's donates to the Arizona Humane Society through golf tournaments and fundraisers. We also talk to Arizona Humane Society about the 3 Ps of heat safety to protect your pets in the heat. https://www.unclebearsaz.com/
https://www.azhumane.org/