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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.

“You don’t get to pick where you are born, but you get to pick where you die.”

“You don’t get to pick where you are born, but you get to pick where you die.”

From band camp to development junkie…with Jason Larson of IDM Companies. How a random encounter at Disneyland led to an unexpected and successful career in land development.

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Titans of the Trade: John Graham

Titans of the Trade: John Graham

It’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

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The ability to give the elected official a soft place to land

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.

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As Heard In The Legislature” with Tom Dorn

As Heard In The Legislature” with Tom Dorn

2024 legislative update on housing bills, resignations, and Adam messes up another word…again!

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The Buzzkill of zoning and land development…with Dawn Cartier and Sarah Simpson.

The Buzzkill of zoning and land development…with Dawn Cartier and Sarah Simpson.

Why does it feel like every good development project gets stalled by city traffic departments? Don’t let your projects get backed up. If you want approvals, you need to hire

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What Do On Cloud Shoes, Spec Industrial, And Data Centers Have in Common?

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

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The mindset of running our cities like businesses.

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.

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Entitled? Think twice.

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,

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2023 Market Naughty and Nice List

2023 Market Naughty and Nice List

We found some surprising nuggets sitting down with Connor Devereux of CoStar Group in recapping the 2023 year and development sector trends.

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