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Dirt to DevelopmentEp. 70 - The Toy Barn - A grown ass mancave...with Jason PhillipsBoys love their adult toys...but where can you put them? Jason Phillips at Wesley Development cracked the code in the development of the Toy Barn, a luxury storage condo project meant for all your biggest toys.
2025-11-1839 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 69 - Shouting Loudly: Is Civic Discourse a Lost Art?Recent shootings and other public discord has affected us all. Is there a way to disagree better? County Supervisor Mark Stewart and former Councilwoman Kathy Tilque still have hope.
2025-10-2853 min
The Scottsdale Chamber PodcastJason Morris of Withey Morris Baugh (Audio)Jason Morris of Withey Morris Baugh
2025-10-1700 min
The Scottsdale Chamber PodcastJason Morris of Withey Morris BaughYou don't want to miss this week's episode of The Scottsdale Chamber Podcast! We sit down with local legal powerhouse Jason Morris of Withey Morris Baugh, a Saguaro High alum who's become a major player in shaping the Valley's landscape. Jason, a true expert in land use, development, and growth issues, gives us the inside scoop on his firm's successful history, their major successes right here in Scottsdale, and the exciting details on their new headquarters at 24th and Camelback. We dive into the forecast for local growth, the challenges facing...
2025-10-1724 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 68 - Golf Course Conversions: Pulling off the impossibleTurning dirt to development is hard enough, but try converting a golf course into a new subdivision and the whole world loses their mind. Against all odds, the impossible became possible over a 3 year slog. As the saying goes, where there is a will, there is a way.
2025-09-1650 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 67 - Friends in the right places...with Steve BowserLand development is not for the faint of heart, but it certainly helps to have friends on the zoning commission. Even better when they are a professional civil engineer. It doesn't always mean a yes, but at least you know they understand the facts.
2025-09-0940 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 66 - Taking Punches...with Rich ZacherLike a cat, Rich Zacher has 9 (development) lives. Listen as we go down memory lane with one of our favorite guests.
2025-09-0250 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 65 - Friends in the right places...with Steve BowserLand development is not for the faint of heart, but it certainly helps to have friends on the zoning commission. Even better when they are a professional civil engineer. It doesn't always mean a yes, but at least you know they understand the facts.
2025-08-2740 minDirt to DevelopmentFriends in the right places...with Steve BowserLand development is not for the faint of heart, but it certainly helps to have friends on the zoning commission. Even better when they are a professional civil engineer. It doesn't always mean a yes, but at least you know they understand the facts.
2025-08-2140 min
Hurt to HealingHEALING 101: Sorting Through Self-Esteem with James WitheySo, today’s episode is with someone I absolutely love having on the podcast - James Withey. He’s been on Healing 101 not once, but twice before, and both times were full of that honest, no-nonsense kind of wisdom that just really hits. If you haven’t already listened to those episodes, I’d really recommend going back and giving them a go. This time, we’re talking about something so many of us wrestle with: self-esteem. That nagging feeling that you’re not good enough, or that you’re somehow flawed at your core. James has written a beautiful, pra...
2025-08-2124 minDirt to DevelopmentFriends in the right places...with Steve BowserLand development is not for the faint of heart, but it certainly helps to have friends on the zoning commission. Even better when they are a professional civil engineer. It doesn't always mean a yes, but at least you know they understand the facts.
2025-08-2040 minDirt to DevelopmentFriends in the right places...with Steve BowserLand development is not for the faint of heart, but it certainly helps to have friends on the zoning commission. Even better when they are a professional civil engineer. It doesn't always mean a yes, but at least you know they understand the facts.
2025-08-1240 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 64 - Origin Stories: Zoning Attorney to Superhero...with Ben Tate and Alex HayesEvery superhero has an origin story and so do our zoning attorneys. Whether begging for a job, stalking your future employer, or asking your mom to make an intro...it requires creativity to launch a coveted zoning career. Listen as we reflect back on starting a career in land use and zoning law.
2025-08-0547 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 63 - What does a PHD from MIT have to do with Development?...with Alex PollackAlex Pollack created a data-driven analytical approach to contracting. Could it be useful in land use entitlements?
2025-05-2035 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 62 - C.R.A.B.S and Referendums: Two Things Nobody Wants...with Grant Fisher, VAI ResortsReferendum laws are designed to empower citizens by allowing them to challenge legislative decisions through a public vote. However, in recent years, these laws have been increasingly misused by out-of-state union groups as a tool to block zoning changes and halt new developments. This trend has raised concerns that referendum laws are being weaponized to obstruct economic development rather than serve as a check on government power. Listen in as this experience plays out in real time with VAI Resorts.
2025-05-0645 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 61 - Buildng a Winning Entitlement Strategy...with Todd GosselinkAnatomy of a zoning case Pt.2: Building a winning strategy during the entitlements phase
2025-04-2952 min
Hurt to HealingHEALING 101: How to Keep Going When You Want to Give Up with James WitheyIn this Healing 101 episode, I sit down with James Withey - writer, speaker, and founder of The Recovery Letters project - to explore what it really means to live with depression.James shares his personal journey, from struggling with depression since childhood to facing suicidal thoughts and time in psychiatric hospitals. Through vulnerability, wit, and warmth, he helps break the silence and stigma around mental illness.In this episode, we discuss:How depression can feel like deep isolation—and why connection is so vitalThe power of tracking small wins and challenging internal ne...
2025-04-1021 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 60 - Halo Vista: A City Within a City...with Craig HenigTurning the desert into a $7 billion development project is no easy task. Billed as a "city within a city", Halo Vista will feature 2,300 acres, 28 million square feet of mixed-use development capacity, and up to 8,960 residential units as well as industrial, retail, and office spaces. This truly is a story of dirt to development.
2025-03-2540 min
Hurt to HealingHEALING 101: How to Cope with Grief and Loss with James WitheyGrief doesn’t follow a timeline — and it certainly doesn’t play by the rules. Whether it’s the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, or the loss of a version of yourself, grief can show up in unexpected ways and stay longer than we’d like. In this episode, I speak with James Withey — therapist, speaker, and author of How to Get to Grips with Grief — to talk about what it really means to live with loss. James shares his own experience of bereavement and depression, and together we explore how grief can shape our mental hea...
2025-03-1316 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 59 - "A Finger on the Pulse"...with Scott IshamWhen the development process is fraught with uncertainty, relying on strategic relationships can help you avoid unforeseen pitfalls. Listen as Scott Isham, Chief of Staff for Maricopa County District 4 Board of Supervisors, helps guide developemnt to a Yes...and shows us how to be a big time movie star.
2025-03-0437 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 59 - "A Finger on the Pulse"...with Scott IshamWhen the development process is fraught with uncertainty, relying on strategic relationships can help you avoid unforeseen pitfalls. Listen as Scott Isham, Chief of Staff for Maricopa County District 4 Board of Supervisors, helps guide developemnt to a Yes...and shows us how to be a big time movie star.
2025-02-2537 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 58 - Engineer to Developer; Passion to PowHerThe path from dirt to development is evolutionary. Some doors close while new ones open. Hear Shelby Duplessis's story from engineer to developer, to motivating female empowerment.
2025-02-0732 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 57 - Oh, What a Year! with Matt Mancini2024 was a riot. No really...some of our cases caused a riot. Recapping 2024 with our good friend Matt Mancini, Partner at 3 Engineering.
2025-01-1843 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 56 - "I've seen a lot of tools…"Anatomy of a Zoning Case Pt. 2: Building an effective neighborhood outreach campaign.
2024-12-2748 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 55 - Why every project needs alignment between their zoning attorney and civil engineer…with Darrell Wilson of Colliers Engineering and Design.Episode 55: Why every project needs alignment between their zoning attorney and civil engineer…with Darrell Wilson of Colliers Engineering and Design.
2024-11-2646 min
Upfront Planning PodcastEp 76: AAED Seesion: Community Outreach and All Things PainfulA full conference session from the 2024 AAED Fall Forum: moderated by Jimmy Lindblom of Willmeng Construction with panelists Adam Baugh of Withey, Morris Baugh, Ryan Norris of Trammell Crow Company, Maria Laughner from the City of Mesa Economic Development Department and Neil Calfee of ASU Knowledge Enterprise discuss all things outreach and how it impacts a projects development or slow death.
2024-11-2258 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 54 - "If you don't know where you are going, you might wind up someplace else"Anatomy of a zoning case Pt.1: Don't sleep on the pre-filing strategy.
2024-10-3040 minDirt to DevelopmentEp 53 - Making News with Greg Barr, Editor, Phoenix Business JournalMaking news is our jam, and the Phoenix Business Journal is your insider's guide to the world of development. Join us as we navigate the crossroads of land deals and breaking news —because in our world, even dirt has a story to tell.
2024-10-0944 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 52 - "You don't get to pick where you are born, but you get to pick where you die"From band camp to development guru...with Jason Larsen. How a random encounter at Disneyland led to an unexpected and successful career in land development.
2024-08-1645 minUpfront Planning PodcastEp 55: What exactly is a Plannning Booty Call?Adam Baugh and Jason Morris of the Dirt to Development podcast and Withey Morris Baugh join the podcast to talk a little smack, stir shit up and talk about what a Planning Booty Call is from Clients.
2024-06-2147 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 51 - Titans of the Trade: John GrahamIt's hard to think of anyone who has made a more distinctive mark on land use development and master planning in Arizona than John Graham. From the creation of Valley Partnership to McDowell Mountain Ranch and many more, John's fingerprints and projects are seen across Arizona. Enjoy lessons from an industry scion
2024-06-1438 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 50 - "The ability to give the elected official a soft place to land"Insight and perspective from an excellent civil servant - former Mayor, business executive, and state leader Jenn Daniels.
2024-06-0243 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 49 - "Molass at the Legislature" with Tom Dorn2024 legislative update on housing bills, resignations, and Adam messes up another word…again!
2024-04-3050 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 48 - The Buzzkill of zoning and land development…with Dawn Cartier and Sarah Simpson.Why does it feel like every good development project is getting squashed by City traffic departments? If you want to get approvals, you need to hire the best traffic engineers early. Listen as we lament why City traffic departments are like Toby from the office… always killing the vibe.
2024-04-2348 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 47 - What do On Cloud Shoes, Spec Industrial, and Data Centers Have in Common?Digital streaming, online computing, and AI technology have dramatically changed the way we store data and design modern industrial buildings. Jackie Orcutt from CBRE shares how it has changed her land brokerage practice…and Adam reveals his mastery of the English langauge.
2024-03-2637 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 46 - The mindset of running our cities like businesses.Two of our favorite City Managers - Patrick Banger and Kevin Phelps - share why Glendale and Gilbert are some of our favorite places to develop.
2024-03-0552 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 45 - Entitled? Think twice.What should you do when your use is allowed and the municipality doesn't want it? A huge mistake is assuming the zoning clears the path to develop. Even when zoned, obstacles may still exist with city staff, local politicians, and the process. Here are our suggestions.
2024-02-0522 min
15 Minutes Share Your VoiceFostering Collaborative Development in Zoning Law With Adam BaughAdam Baugh is a Partner at Withey Morris Baugh PLC, one of Arizona's leading land use law firms. As a seasoned land use and zoning attorney, Adam specializes in navigating the complexities of development projects. He is adept at addressing the challenges faced by landowners and builders, often representing them in various legal scenarios, including neighborhood organizations, planning commissions, city councils, and appellate hearings. His expertise spans a range of areas, such as obtaining zoning and land use entitlements, liquor licensing, and dealing with infill development projects. Adam's notable achievements include securing rezone approvals, stipulation changes, variances, and use...
2024-01-1720 min15 Minutes Share Your VoiceFostering Collaborative Development in Zoning Law With Adam BaughAdam Baugh is a Partner at Withey Morris Baugh PLC, one of Arizona's leading land use law firms. As a seasoned land use and zoning attorney, Adam specializes in navigating the complexities of development projects. He is adept at addressing the challenges faced by landowners and builders, often representing them in various legal scenarios, including neighborhood organizations, planning commissions, city councils, and appellate hearings. His expertise spans a range of areas, such as obtaining zoning and land use entitlements, liquor licensing, and dealing with infill development projects. Adam's notable achievements include securing rezone approvals, stipulation changes, variances, and use...
2024-01-1720 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 44 - 2023 Market Naughty and Nice ListWe found some surprising nuggets sitting down with Connor Deveraux of CoStar Group in recapping the 2023 year and development sector trends.
2024-01-0349 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 43 - Two Lumps of Coal and Other Laughs From 2023Looking back on some of the highlights (and absurdities) from the World of Zoning in 2023, along with Santa's zoning wish list for 2024.
2023-12-2233 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 42 - Minimal Living Concepts with Maximum PotentialCould Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) be the key to solving Arizona's housing shortage?
2023-12-0540 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 41 - From Skymall to ZenniHome with Bob WorsleyHow a serial entrepreneur is tackling housing scarcity in a different, sustainable way.
2023-11-2741 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 40 - Industrial State of the UnionNo market segment has performed better that industrial development in Phoenix in recent years. The market is shattering absorption records and attracting major manufacturing, tech, and semiconductor users. Changes in recent finance and interest markets have shown some influence on new construction, but the overall outlook remains optimistic. In this episode we cover the state of the industrial market with Tyson Breinholt at Commercial Properties Inc. and Kevin Miller from Kitchell Development.
2023-10-1748 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 39 - Let's Get Fiscal: The Intersection of Financing & DevelopmentWhat's the point of great land use entitlements if you can't secure the financing to make it all possible. Having a finance concierge is key to the effort, and precisely what Adam Finkel at Tower Capital does.
2023-10-0331 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 38 - Water Scarcity: Fact or fiction?With all the wild headlines about groundwater limiting new development, it's time to set the record straight. In Arizona, water and development go hand in hand. But it's not doom and gloom as so many national headlines erroneously claim Get the facts with Jason, Adam, and Michelle Van Quathem, a water law attorney in Arizona.
2023-09-1941 min
Mac & BleuToday's Innovation was Last Year's Future with Jason Morris & Adam BaughFounding Partner + Jason Barclay Morris is a graduate of the University of Arizona, College of Law, and a founding partner at the law firm of Withey Morris Baugh, PLC. His past experience includes work as a congressional staff member, and as partner with the Land Use Section for a major Phoenix law firm.Mr. Morris’s practice is exclusively in land use, planning and zoning and government relations in Arizona, as well as the Southwest region. His client list includes significant development in every asset class and representation in some of the state’s most high-profile land use...
2023-09-1152 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 37 - Will You Be My Banker?Securing project financing is just as important as securing the land use entitlements. Without it, you've got nothing. George Weisz and Neill LeCorgne from Scottsdale Community Bank give us a peak on the creation of a community bank and how it serves underbanked communities.
2023-08-2738 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 36 - From Creating News to Covering NewsWhile our zoning case work creates headlines, reporting on it is better left to journalistic experts like Roland Murphy, AZBEX Digital Magazine. We hope you enjoy a different take on the Dirt to Development podcast with an expert in covering real estate news
2023-08-191h 04Dirt to DevelopmentEp. 35 – Falling off Rooftop Bars and Learning to FlyLiquor laws are often an afterthought when it comes to rezoning new property but sophisticated developers know to tackle that issue early in their due diligence phase, precisely what Withey Morris Baugh can help solve. In this episdoe we share practical advice and great stories to help you navigate Arizona liquor laws before building new developments.
2023-07-1241 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 34 - Blow Pops, free enterprise, and housing for all!When Senator Steve Kaiser proposed legislation to dramatically change zoning laws in 2022, it created huge shockwaves across Arizona towns and cities. A second attempt in 2023, created a similar reaction before the proposed legislation eventually lost steam at the state capital. The motive were noble though, and driven by a cause to provide better access to housing and remove barriers that impede new development. We were delighted to record this conversation with Senator Kaiser during the middle of that fiery debate among policymakers on a highly critical issue in Arizona.
2023-06-2247 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 33 - 12,000 jumps a dayDevelopment might seem repetitive, like jumping a rope, but there are plenty of areas where you can get tripped up. Recessions, raising equity, obtaining entitlements, securing financing, etc. can all become huge hurdles, but the best developers always find a way to succeed. Listen in as Larry Pobuda shares how he has created success in both the best, and worst, economic conditions.
2023-06-0846 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 32 - Bonus Episode – Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CEPTD)Among the factors to consider in creating a site plan, one that is often overlooked is crime prevention and threat assessment. Listen as Shawn Prinkey from Prinkey Consulting shares how developers should reconsider this aspect early in their site plan design process.
2023-05-2613 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 31 - When Sean Connery joins the podcastNot all sites are created equal and some require serious problem solving with local land use counsel. Scott Whittington from Avalon Development share how he was once the office King of Albuquerque and how he pivoted towards retail sites across Arizona with the help of his favorite zoning attorneys.
2023-04-2550 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 30 - "Just add a little more Gingerbread…" w/Korey Wilkes and Scott Thomas The Design Review Board is a step in the entitlement process but it can be tricky to win over. Depending on the quality of the design, it can either be a comedy roast for a poorly designed project, or a coronation for great development. In this episode we debate the merits of the DRB with a current DRB board member Scott Thomas and local architect Korey Wilkes.
2023-03-2439 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 29 - A Shot Across the Bow, SB1117As anti-multifamily housing opponents become louder and more effective, it was only a matter of time before the pendulum swung back harder. SB 1117 is a senate bill pending in the Arizona Legislature which has the potential to stymie public engagement and severely limit local zoning control. Is this a good thing? Listen as we debate SB1117 and its merits.
2023-03-0920 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 28 - Depressive Shade of GreyExperienced architects and engineers know better than to navigate zoning matters solo. Hear why David Bohn and Nicole Posten-Thompson utilize local zoning counsel early in their design efforts.
2023-02-1548 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 27 - "Two attorneys walk into a bar…" with Mark Tarbell 2022 was a banner year for Withey Morris and our favorite restaurant Tarbells. Who better to recap it with than an Emmy Award winner, James Beard nominated, Paris-trained, two-time inductee to the Arizona Hall of Culinary Fame, and award winning restaurant owner, Mark Tarbell!!
2023-01-0356 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 26 - Finding Your CoachQuick Land Use Update with Ben Tate: Recapping new state law regarding Major General Plan Amendments and why you should talk to your land use Attorney immediately.
2022-12-2912 min
The Proper Mental PodcastBONUS: Christmas Special 2022Welcome to a very special, Christmas episode of the Proper Mental podcast!
Tis the season that not everybody enjoys, for a lot of different reasons. I wanted to put something out at Christmas that might give someone a little lift if they needed one, even if it’s just for 5 minutes.
Sometimes 5 minutes can make all the difference.
I reached out to advocates, campaigners, authors, speakers and podcasters and friends and I asked them to record a voice note that might be nice for someone to hear over Xmas. Some of these people I kne...
2022-12-2049 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 25 - The Man, the Myth, the Legend: Mike WitheyFrom pinstripe suits and cowboy boots, to Auto malls and State Land, few people have had more of an impact on local development than Mike Withey, the original founder of Withey Morris, PLC and a beloved friend to Jason Morris and Adam Baugh. Enjoy the laughs with us as we take a trip down memory lane and learn why finding friends at the kegger on the first day of law school pays off in the long run.
2022-11-291h 13Dirt to DevelopmentEp. 24 - Greg Vogel, Part 2The state of the residential land market, future projections, and why Arizona is well positioned for long term success.
2022-11-2257 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 23 - We're Basically FamousWhat does Elvis at Las Vegas, The Beatles on the Ed Sullivan Show and the Dirt to Development Podcast at the AZ American Planning Association have in common? History making, wild fans and great performances. Listen as we regale audiences at the APA conference with a little back to the future planning knowledge.
2022-10-191h 14Dirt to DevelopmentEp. 22 - Prosopagnosia and the Database ManWhen Greg Vogel started with Coldwell Banker in the early 80's, little did he know about the value of land databases. In the 40 years since, he created Land Advisors Organization, one of the premier land brokerage firms and leaders in PropTech. Listen as Greg shares how he went from Fraternity Brother to Land Guru while thrusting Arizona to new development frontiers.
2022-09-2242 min
fred and walk in the house musicL'ODYSSEEA Marc Roberts Edit - More Belgian
Jean Claude Gavri - Closer
Jack Vegas - Tina
Hypnotic Lovers - rockmelon
Paul Withey - this is what we hold onto
Joe Morris - emerald Mountain
I Gemin - 2 Tha people
Mike Richards - say it
Yam Who? - don't break my heart
Sensei Wu - the Word - New age mix
2022-08-2854 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 21 - Haboobs and the evolution of experiential retail development…with Chris Hake and Andy CallDevelopment has inherent risks which is why it is critical to be responsive to new trends and land use changes. Listen to our friends at Thompson Thrift talk about how they make commercial development an experience and destination to adapt to land use trends.
2022-08-0933 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 20 - How to destroy municipal zoning authority...and put zoning attorneys out of business, with Caleb RhodesIn early 2022, Arizona municipalities and cities were shocked to learn about a proposed bill in the Arizona State Legislature that would drastically handcuff municipal zoning authority in order to bring more affordable housing to market. We call it the Zoning Attorney Job Killer legislation. Thankfully, it didn't advance but the bill started a conversation about how Arizona might consider tackling the affordability issue facing housing today. Caleb Rhodes, Majority Policy Advisor at Arizona House of Representatives, gives some background and insight on what might be on the horizon down at the State Capital.
2022-08-0128 min
Guiding GrowthAdam BaughAdam Baugh is a partner at Withey Morris, PLC where he has been practicing land use and zoning law since 2007. He is an experienced problem-solver with a talent for removing obstacles that impede development. He regularly works with city councils, planning commissions, and neighborhood groups in representing landowners, developers, and businesses in building their communities.
Adam, along with business partner Jason Morris, host Dirt To Development, a podcast featuring insane stories and insights from industry experts, city staff, and intriguing community personalities.
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2022-07-1831 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 19 - Perry Mason, Harvey Specter, Ally McBeal, and…Dan Dowd???If you can't play an attorney on TV, at least you can be a great one in real life. In this episode we discuss how land use litigation can affect the best deals and how important it is to assemble the world's best when involving high stakes transactions.
2022-06-2143 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 18 - A Baker's ManFinding the land deal can be tricky but negotiating the transaction can be more challenging given seller demands, title exceptions, and more. Dave Baker guides us through the real estate transaction, purchase agreement, title review, and closing.
2022-06-0841 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 17 - Sniffin' Butts and Other Common Pitfalls to Avoid in Site Selection w/ Brett Hopper and Steve BackmanSometimes you have to kiss a few frogs before you find a prince. Land development and site selection is the same, except choosing a poor site can blow up your deal…and your job. In this episode we learn from the best as they guide us through what to avoid when evaluating potential sites.
2022-05-2439 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 16 - Top 10 Zoning Landmines to AvoidRezoning land is like navigating a minefield. One bad step and your entitlement case is blown to pieces. Listen in to hear tips and tricks to help navigate your way to success with top zoning experts.
2022-05-1037 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 15 - MRAD: Masters in Really Awesome Development…(sorta) w/ Mark Stapp and Andrea Alley When the Masters in Real Estate Development (MRED) program launched at ASU in 2006, few people could foresee the role it would play in development projects across Arizona. In the 16 years since, its influence is seen in the graduates, relationships, and projects that have been created because of it (as well as other copycat programs that imitate its success). In this episode we learn the origins behind the MRED and how it is shaping developments across Arizona.
2022-04-2650 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 14 - Joe Johnston: The Mastermind Behind Agritopia, Epicenter, Joe's BBQ and More Agritopia is to planning what the Beatles Sgt. Peppers album is to music – a masterpiece. Joe Johnston's accomplishments as a developer and entrepreneur include other successes like Epicenter, Coffee Plantation, Joe's BBQ, Joe's Farmhouse Grill, Liberty Market, and more. Listen as we hear how Joe reinvented his family farm into a model for place-making and creative development and how William Johnston leads the family legacy onto the next frontier of development. We hope you enjoy this storytelling episode with one of the most eclectic developers around.
2022-04-1342 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 13 - Michael Rumpeltin, Creative Genius and Adaptive Reuse KingMichael Rumpeltin is the design brains behind notable projects like The Yard, Joyride Taco, Stock and Stable, Postinos Highland and more. Hear how he makes unique spaces work with adaptive reuse and experiential retail.
2022-03-1534 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 12 - Zoning Interpretations and other "Letters to Mom" w/Kevin Mayo and Tricia GomesThe Zoning Ordinance includes uses and development standards governing property development, but what happens when land uses don't fit neatly into a specific zoning district? Or when a site plan needs to change, or a zoning compliance letter is required? Listen as we discuss tips and tricks to work with planning agencies to secure favorable zoning letters that meet the intent of the code.
2022-03-0140 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 11 - The Batman and Robin of Economic Development w/ Brian Friedman and Randy HugginsThe City of Glendale is seeing tremendous success with new developments along the 101 and 303 Freeways, and the tip of the spear is the City's Economic Development Department. Check out how Brian and Randy from Glendale's Economic Development Department help prepare and pave the way for successful developments, and why all new projects should start with them first.
2022-02-1552 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 10 - There is no replacement for proper(ty) due diligence with Stephanie Watney and George Pasquel Smart developers know the value of a good due diligence effort, which should only be done by local experts who know where the bodies are buried inside the city's zoning and permit records department. Yet for some reason, reckless developers are relying on out-of-state PZRs (Planning & Zoning Reports) as their sole resource for proper due diligence. In this episode we discuss why local knowledge is best when researching a site and identifying unforeseen landmines that are not captured by PZRs. Withey Morris' George Pasquel and Stephanie Watney share two great examples of when reliance on PZRs resulted in missed fatal mi...
2022-02-0139 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 9 - Amending the General Plan is Not Rewriting the Bible w/ Ben TateIf the General Plan were viewed as an atlas map, and a zoning map like a street map, then zoning attorneys would be Google Maps. In this episode we provide critical guidance on how to navigate General Plan amendments, key filing deadlines, and potholes to avoid during that process.
2022-01-2733 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 8 - "Mary, Queen of N. Central" with Mary CrozierThe North Central Phoenix Homeowners Association is no pushover, and rightfully so. They've worked hard to set high standards and encourage good development. But not all cases are easily won and some give and take with the neighbors and developers is necessary. Listen in as we discuss effective neighbor outreach and learn key insights from a well-respected community leader, Mary Crozier.
2022-01-1855 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 7 - Even the Death Star needs a Planning Director with Alan Stephenson and Randy GrantThe city planning department is more than just an episode of Parks and Recreation (but we sure would love to see Leslie Knope at the Planning Commission). As the Director of the fifth largest city in America, running the City of Phoenix Planning and Development Department is a daily sprint. Not far away, Scottsdale's planning director confronts the daily struggle of old time Scottsdale and new day investment. Hear how Alan Stephenson (Phoenix Planning Director) and Randy Grant (Scottsdale Planning Director) see the role of staff in land use cases and try to find a way to balance the support for new...
2022-01-0747 minThe Proper Mental PodcastBONUS: Christmas SpecialWelcome to a very special, Christmas episode of the Proper Mental podcast!
Tis the season that not everybody enjoys, for a lot of different reasons. I wanted to put something out at Christmas that might give someone a little lift if they needed one, even if it’s just for 5 minutes.
Sometimes 5 minutes can make all the difference.
I reached out to advocates, campaigners, authors, speakers and podcasters and friends and I asked them to record a voice note that might be nice for someone to hear over Xmas. Some of these people I kne...
2021-12-2445 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 6 - Lessons learned from the Dais: Volunteer Commissions & Boards, with Jimmy Lindblom and Jessica SarkissianServing on municipal boards and commissions is a thankless job. Nobody pays you, it's inconvenient and almost every decision makes another person upset. So why do it? We've got some sage advice from two of our favorite community resident volunteers. Jimmy Lindblom and Jessica Sarkissian discuss the pros and cons of serving on zoning boards and commissions, share insights on what makes a good zoning case and how to effectively work with neighbors.
2021-12-211h 00Dirt to DevelopmentEp. 5 - "Don't Tell Me I Can't" with Nate NathanWatching the Fiesta Bowl on TV in January 1974 changed Nate Nathan's life. Seeing the sunshine and tanned coeds in Arizona while he shivered in Chicago brought him west and he never looked back. More than 40 years later, nobody is more involved in land deals, transactions and developments across Arizona than the legend himself – Nate Nathan. Join us as we hear Nate's background story, why "no" is unacceptable, and how great zoning counsel is key to entitlement success.
2021-12-0755 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 4 - Zoning & Politics: A kick in the ball(ot box) - with Gibson MackayTribal politics is so 2020, yet we've been dealing with politics and land use since the Xerox machine. Zoning is at the intersection of politics and land use, and as a result, predictability is thrown out the window and uncertainty remains supreme. Listen as we discuss how politics and land use work together (and against each other) as we talk about the infamous Trump Tower zoning case from 2004, when The Donald was just The Apprentice!
2021-10-2454 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 3 - Won't you (not) be my neighbor? with Todd ChesterHow can a project be so successful that it spurs massive area redevelopment and investment and yet creates a huge neighborhood outcry at the same time? In this episode we dissect "The Yard at 7th Street, '' a case study on land use entitlements that includes variances, use permits, abandonments, signage, zoning interpretations and more. You'll learn why its success is a model on how infill and adaptive use projects are cheered by the city and jeered by the neighbors. Listen to find out what can be done to manage tough cases properly and how to lose friends and...
2021-10-1253 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 2 - Nuts and Bolts of Zoning with Jim StockwellLand use and zoning are at the forefront of Arizona's growth. How did it become so important and why is it a rallying cry for NIMBYs? Listen in as we chat with Jim Stockwell of Clyde Capital about the nuts and bolts of zoning and land use development in Arizona.
2021-10-1252 minDirt to DevelopmentEp. 1 - What's this all about?We are your hosts Adam Baugh and Jason Morris, here to give you the inside scoop on some of the Valley's best developments and some wild stories on how they came to be. But first, we want to share our story so you can get to know a little bit more about who we are and how we got into this crazy world of zoning and land use development.
2021-10-1213 min
Pompey Politics PodcastWho'd Get Your VoteIan & Simon welcome representatives from the three major UK political parties to share with listeners the three things from their party conference they'd want voters to know.
Our guests are Paul Gray: Liberal Democrats. Craig Withey: Labour. Rob New Conservatives. After the show, we've launched a poll on twitter to let listeners tell us who they'd vote for in a general election.
https://twitter.com/pompeypolitics1/status/1447269482645311499?s=20
2021-10-101h 03Dirt to DevelopmentGet ready to dish the Dirt!A sneak peek at what's ahead on Dirt to Development...
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Pompey Politics PodcastEastney & Craneswater HustingsCraig Withey (Labour) & Matthew Winnington (Liberal Democrats) answer questions submitted by the public as they both campaign to be elected to serve Eastney & Craneswater ward on May 6th. Please note due to technical issues with one of the candidates connection we have cut our some parts when this was being worked on - but not any candidate responses.
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Intentional PerformersPrepare like a Pro with Danny ManningDanny Manning is known for his passion, honesty, character, positivity and work ethic in helping young people succeed on the court in the game of basketball and off the court in the game of life. He is one of the premier names in the world of basketball.
Danny is an American college/professional basketball coach in transition and retired National Basketball Association (NBA) player who spent 15 years in the league. Most recently, Danny served as the men's head coach at Wake Forest University. After being born in Hattiesburg, Mississippi and attending high school at Page High School...
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