When we think about our neighborhood, we think about the beautiful mountains, picturesque sunsets and Jon Rosenburg. Jon is a 20+ year resident of MMR and has no plans on changing that. He raised his family here, started his business here and even downsized within the neighborhood just to make sure he was always in his happy place. Jon sits down with Alicia to talk all things MMR and how his business, Levrose Commercial Real Estate, is handling business during COVID.

The holiday season tends to be a big time of year for donations, volunteering and helping those in need. But with COVID, all these things look different. Yet, the needs are still very much there. Shawn Shackleton talks with Alicia about different organizations she's worked with throughout the years. And, Ana Valadez of Paiute Community Center in S. Scottsdale, joins Alicia in studio to discuss ways we can help those families in needs during this difficult year.

Notre Dame Prep is back in school and President & Principal Jill Platt joins Alicia in the studio talking about how things are going and how the students are handling it all. As Jill tells us, the staff at NDP is one of a kind with Father Kurt being one of those. Father Kurt tells us his journey to priesthood and how he raps his way into the student's hearts.

With such a large event space right in our backyard, it's a no wonder people from all over the nation come to visit. From car shows, to horse shows and concerts in between, WestWorld is sure to have an event that peaks your interest. But how did this space start out? Austin Unger joins Alicia in the studio to talk all things from booking events to dealing with noise complaints. Nothing is left off the table.

When you find out you're pregnant, you become overwhelmed with joy and happiness. But that can all be taken away in a split second due to no reason at all. Today Alicia talks with two of our neighbors who have felt just that. Dina Engler along with Victoria and Brandon Schwartz share their tragic stories with us on loss, love and the strength to carry on. A connection no one wants to have yet millions of us do. And at the end of the day, they want every family to know, they're not alone.

We've been hearing for months how hot the housing market is but, what are people looking for when buying? Shawn Shackelton talks with Alicia about the housing market and if any slow down is in sight. Maybe you're not looking to move but need some more space while working from home. Good thing Az CoWorks is here for all your extra work space needs. Kristin Whitnable has some exciting news to share with us.

A good sauna sweat session can feel good to the body. How about working out in a sauna? HotWorx is just that, a sauna workout that starts from the inside out. Infrared heat warms the muscles for longer lasting calorie burn, even after your workout is over. HotWorx owner, Kasia Moon, joins Alicia in studio telling her how her healthy lifestyle turned into a career.

Many vacations have been put on hold or canceled. So what better time to explore our great state of Arizona than right now! Especially while the temps are getting cooler. How about an adventure no one else can go on but you and your friends/family. That's where our local adventure company DukOut is here to do. From day trips to Sedona or backpacking for days, there is no adventure these guys can't do. Founedrs Chris Lehker and Adam Henry join Alicia to talk about all things adventures.

Opening a business is tough, but add in COVID, a 4th child AND a new city all at the same time and your name is probably Laura Bonner. Alicia and Laura talk about all the changes to our favorite MMR kid friendly cafe, central to McDowell Mountain Ranch, Cafe au Plait. Also, supporter of all things MMR, Shawn Shackelton visits and talks about the importance of supporting our neighbors and local business.

When we started this podcast almost two and a half years ago, 100 episodes seemed so far away. But here we are, celebrating! This week we take a look back on everything it took from episode one to 100. Kevin Stoller, Shawn Shackelton and Mike Bajrami join Alicia in studio to talk about all the growth in the past year and the exciting future for Shoop Media.