During this double segment, the Craft Podcast is excited to introduce guest Abby Betts, Director of Sales for Hotel Valley Ho. She is the igniter of sales at the Iconic Hote Valley Hol, and you can feel her passion. Her quick wit, humor, and ability to lighten up any environment are contagious. Want to learn and laugh simultaneously. Just listen! 

Host Robert Van Arlen matches Abby's energy to may this an entertaining segment. They also discuss the power of culture and teamwork in a highly engaging way.

Jason Stancill is the business development director for Project One. The company reinvents distressed properties both locally and nationally. Project One also works directly with national brands and provides facilities maintenance. Want to know what is happening in the Phoenix housing market? Just listen!

Jason and Robert Van Arlen jump into relationships in both a serious and humorous way. You will enjoy the banter. They discuss marriage and the unique dating spectrum in Scottsdale.

Mixologist, Robby Porter joins the podcast to discuss sports, cocktails, and more. 

Robert Van Arlen mixes it up with Chef Russell LaCasce about his journey into the world of culinary. He has a passion for creating food for guests as an experience. He shares how pivoting during Covid kept his team together while shattering records. 

Chef LaCasce's culinary career spans over 20 years and a variety of cuisines from around the globe. His extensive training includes a culinary arts degree and working under some of the best chefs in Arizona, including Beau MacMillan of elements at Sanctuary. Russell's creative eye for menu design and sincere passion for cooking is reflected in the inventive small plates served at ZuZu.

Our Craft Podcast guest, Monique Riemann is a lead Ultrasound Research Technologist at Phoenix Hospital.  Monique shares the benefits and enhancements of Ultrasound examinations for children. Technology continues to advance and opportunities for individuals interested in Ultrasound careers are enormous.  Host, Robert Van Arlen shares personal stories on his introduction into Ultrasound as a patient and one of his first love relationships.

Enjoy listening to visionary, Aaron Mckeever. He has created and acquired numerous successful restaurant brands. Based in Omaha Nebraska, Aaron believes culture is the bottom-line. His latest concept, Barrel & Vine brings a new experience to north Omaha communities. Barrel & Vine restaurant and music venue has already hosted many iconic bands and music artists.

While in Scottsdale his favorite place to stay and dine in is the Hotel Valley Ho. He shares how passion can drive your vision into reality. 

The Craft Podcast welcomes Jason Mitchell CEO of the Jason Mitchell Group. Host Robert Van Arlen explores with Jason how he builth a national real estate empire. His motto is "Helping Others Do Great Things"., Jason is a real estate powerhouse who founded

Jason Mitchell Real Estate in 2006. Since, The Jason Mitchell Group (JMG) has achieved over $5 Billion in sales volume. In 2016, 2017, and 2018, Jason was ranked the #1 Producing Agent in the state of Arizona, and Arizona’s Most Influential Millennial later that year. In 2019, Jason was awarded the National Homeownership award by RIS Media, and was named Real Estate Agent of the Decade in 2020. Most recently, Jason was recognized by Forbes and WSJ as one of the nation's #1 Real Estate Professionals in the country and selected as a member of the FORBES Real Estate Council. He has been featured in GQ, The Wall Street Journal, FORBES Realtor Magazine and seen on ABC, NBC, BRAVO, CNBC, HGTV and FOX News.

Robert Van Arlen's guest on "The Craft Podcast" is Khalid Mateen. 

Khalid Mateen is a top producer in the real estate business. He has also invested and remodeled over 20 homes. He is a mentor to many real estate professionals who are successful to this very day. Khalid I puts on social events for real estate professionals. 

Khalid is the host and founder of "The Real Estate Mix Happy Hour". His event this month is scheduled to be February 24th, 2022, at the Boom Boom Room in Downtown Phoenix 1544 East Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85006. In the first segment, Khalid shares how he adapted and transformed his real estate and investing beliefs. Khalid recognizes his mother as the most meaningful relationship that ignited his business. 

Shane Doherty - Hope Through Hollis

This episode of The Craft Podcast is like others. Long-lasting relationships are often forged through triumph and tribulation. 

Our guest Shane Doherty and his wife Shawnee's life, changed without notice when their son Hollis was diagnosed with DIPG in March of 2016. DIPG, diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma. 

Shane shares their courageous journey with host Robert Van Arlen, which transformed into an undying hope that still lives today.

 

The Hope for Hollis Foundation continues to raise money funding research that will help others. 

Emilee Jones - Tequila Corrido's Brand Ambassador One of the most challenging journeys in a new business is launching a new brand. Emilee Jones is a trailblazer as she shares the new Tequila Corrido story. You can't say no to Emilee because her tequila knowledge overshadows any aficionado.

Emilee recently completed a Catador certification In Guadalajara, Mexico, with Ana Maria Romero, a renowned tequila expert in the agave industry.

Podcast host Robert Van Arlen, and master mixologist, Robert Porter mix it up with Emilee Jones. 

Thank you Brian Raab, owner of Tequila Corrido, for completing the quest to develop a rich, smooth and elegant product. 

DJ Sean "Senbad" Badger

Host, Robert Van Arlen was surprised when he heard his friend, who he had not seen for years showed up at the last minute to be a guest on The Craft Podcast.

DJ Senbad took this show to another level. Taking the chance to follow a lover turned into a life transformation. Sean shares his adventures, accomplishments, and a whole lot more. He is a rare bread with many levels, as DJ, producer, venue owner, and someone willing to share everything with deserving souls.