Mark Haughwout has been building homes for decades and he sounds the alarm on the adoption of new stricter building codes that focus on so called affordable sustainability. He served on a committee that is reviewing the codes but just resigned out of protest to the apparent direction the new codes are heading. 

Today’s show takes a deep dive into Flagstaff’s controversial Regional Plan 2045 — the massive land use blueprint voters are being asked to approve that will shape housing, transportation, development, density, climate policy, infrastructure, and growth for decades to come.

And yes… I called it a “crappy plan” more than once.

We break down what’s actually inside the document:

We also discuss:

If you care about the future of Flagstaff, housing, development, growth, taxes, traffic, water, or government planning — this is a conversation you need to hear.

Flagstaff Councilwoman Lori Matthews joins Jeff for a conversation on several major issues shaping the future of Flagstaff and Northern Arizona.

Jeff and Councilwoman Matthews take a deep dive into the controversial Regional Plan 2045, including concerns over growth, sustainability policies, housing, and the long-term direction of the city.

Matthews gives an update on Flagstaff Pulliam Airport and a newly submitted federal Small Community Air Service grant application. If awarded, the funding could help attract an additional airline and expand air service options for Flagstaff travelers.

Other topics include:

A wide-ranging discussion on where Flagstaff is headed — and who will ultimately pay for it.

We discuss the newly released government UFO files and the now-famous 2019 Navy encounters off the coast of San Diego, where military crews reportedly tracked swarms of unidentified objects using radar, infrared systems, and eyewitness observations. Some reports even suggest possible “transmedium” craft entering the ocean.

Then we shift to America’s exploding online gambling industry and how sports betting apps have transformed nearly every smartphone into a 24/7 casino. Companies like FanDuel and DraftKings now dominate a multibillion-dollar industry that critics say is fueling addiction, debt, and a major cultural shift — especially among young men.

We also cover Senator Josh Hawley’s proposal to suspend the federal gas tax as fuel prices continue rising amid Middle East tensions and concerns over global oil supplies.

Plus, the strange hantavirus cruise ship outbreak involving quarantines, deaths, and fears surrounding the rare Andes strain that health officials say may spread person-to-person.

Arizona Senator Wendy Rogers joins Jeff for a wide-ranging discussion on the budget showdown at the Arizona Legislature and the growing political battles shaping the state’s future.

Senator Rogers breaks down the chaotic budget situation at the Capitol, what went wrong, and why lawmakers continue struggling to find agreement. The conversation also dives into Arizona’s crowded ballot initiative landscape, including whether the high-profile ESA/school choice initiative can actually survive the signature and voter gauntlet.

Jeff and Senator Rogers also discuss a recent meeting with the City of Flagstaff and Mayor Becky Daggett focused on Northern Arizona water concerns, including:

The episode wraps with a discussion on rural housing challenges and whether rural tax credits and LIHTC-style incentives are truly conservative solutions — or just another form of government-driven development policy.

Politics, water, housing, and Arizona’s uncertain future — all in one episode.

For years the narrative has been that younger generations were abandoning church and faith altogether. But something appears to be changing — especially among Gen Z and young men. New research shows younger adults are attending church more frequently and many are searching for purpose, meaning, community and direction in an increasingly chaotic culture.

On today’s episode, I sit down with Pastor Derek Williams, Youth Pastor at Mountain View Church, along with Children’s Coordinator Savanna Weiss, to talk about why many young people are reconnecting with faith, church and community.

We discuss:

We also discuss how youth naturally push boundaries and rebel, but why channeling that energy into purpose, faith, responsibility and community may be more important now than ever before.

Jeff interviews former Arizona State Representative and Congressional candidate Joseph Chaplik about his run for Congress in Arizona’s Congressional District 1 and the issues he says are driving voters heading into 2026.

Chaplik discusses border security, election integrity, Arizona water concerns, government spending, and what he sees as massive waste, fraud, and abuse in Washington, D.C. He also explains how he would approach ethics issues in Congress and why restoring trust in government has become a major campaign focus.

The conversation also covers AI-generated identity theft and avatar videos, data centers and energy demands, refinery capacity concerns, and the federal SAVE Act. Chaplik also highlights his growing endorsement list, now nearing 100 endorsements, while discussing why Republicans remain optimistic about Congressional District 1, which he says still leans strongly Republican following the April 1 registration update.

Plus, Jeff asks Chaplik which congressional committees he would target if elected and how Arizona’s economic, border, and infrastructure challenges are increasingly becoming national issues.

Angela Oravits joins Jeff for a wide-ranging and occasionally germophobic hour covering Arizona politics, crime, weather, and the hidden dangers of modern life.

The show starts with Governor Katie Hobbs vetoing the Republican-backed Arizona budget, setting up another major political showdown at the Capitol over taxes, spending, and the future direction of the state. Jeff and Angela also discuss Arizona’s forecast for another brutally hot summer and the possibility of powerful monsoon storms later this year.

Plus, Northern Arizona cargo heists tied to organized crime, a hantavirus scare aboard a cruise ship, Spirit Airlines planes piling up in Goodyear, and the shifting politics surrounding recreational marijuana in Arizona.

And then things get personal. Jeff explains why buffet lines may actually be biological warfare zones thanks to people licking their fingers before grabbing serving spoons, then weighs in on the truly terrifying reality of hotel remote controls. If you’ve ever questioned public sanitation standards while reaching for potato salad or changing channels in a hotel room, this episode is for you.

Contractor and longtime builder Mark Haughwout joins the show to discuss Arizona’s increasingly complex regulatory environment and what it’s doing to the cost of housing. Is there ever NOT a new building code? We break down the growing layers of regulations, energy efficiency mandates, and proposed wildfire building standards — and ask the big question: who ultimately pays for all of it?

We also dive into regional planning in Arizona, why local elections matter right now, and how independent voters can choose which ballot they want in Arizona’s election system.

Glenn Leest from WT Wealth Management joins the program to discuss the economy, interest rates, fuel prices, and the ongoing fallout from the Iran conflict. How much of the economic panic is real — and how much is media noise? Glenn shares what he’s seeing from the data and from business clients dealing with rising costs and uncertainty.

A packed weekend turns into a snapshot of a country—and a state—feeling stretched in every direction. From a surreal trip through Sedona—crowded, chaotic, and barely drivable—to conversations on faith, war, and everyday life.

Back in Arizona, Governor Katie Hobbs is out of state, rubbing elbows in California while budget tensions heat up at home. Efforts to rein in short-term rentals collapse again, raising big questions about housing and local control. Meanwhile, airlines are struggling—hard—with Spirit Airlines going bust

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