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Dirt to Development

A podcast about the dirt on land use, development and inside politics of Arizona with Jason Morris and Adam Baugh. Dirt to Development is a one-of-a-kind podcast that provides a behind-the-scenes look at some of the biggest developments in Arizona – and the people, politics, developers, brokers, architects and neighbors that make it all happen. You’ll hear insane stories and insights from industry experts, city staff and intriguing community personalities. And yes, there will be laughter.

Taking Punches…with Rich Zacher

Taking Punches…with Rich Zacher

Rich Zacher has nine (development) lives. Listen as we go down memory lane with one of our favorite guests.

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Bonus Episode – Origin Stories: Zoning Attorney to Superhero…with Ben Tate and Alex Hayes

Bonus Episode – Origin Stories: Zoning Attorney to Superhero…with Ben Tate and Alex Hayes

Every 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

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What Does A PHD From MIT Have To Do With Development?…with Alex Pollack

What Does A PHD From MIT Have To Do With Development?…with Alex Pollack

Alex Pollack created a data-driven analytical approach to contracting. Could it be useful in land use entitlements?

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C.R.A.B.S and Referendums: Two Things Nobody Wants…with Grant Fisher, VAI Resort

C.R.A.B.S and Referendums: Two Things Nobody Wants…with Grant Fisher, VAI Resort

Referendum 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

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Building a Winning Entitlement Strategy…with Todd Gosselink

Building a Winning Entitlement Strategy…with Todd Gosselink

Anatomy of a zoning case Part 3: Building a winning strategy during the entitlements phase.

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“A Finger on the Pulse”…with Scott Isham

“A Finger on the Pulse”…with Scott Isham

When 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

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Halo Vista: A City Within a City…with Craig Henig

Halo Vista: A City Within a City…with Craig Henig

Turning 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

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Engineer to Developer; Passion to PowHer

Engineer to Developer; Passion to PowHer

The 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.

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Oh, What a Year! with Matt Mancini

Oh, What a Year! with Matt Mancini

2024 was a riot. No really…some of our cases caused a riot. Recapping 2024 with our good friend Matt Mancini, Partner at 3 Engineering.

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