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Billy Harfosh interviews the most influtential people from Arizona that make "State 48" the best place to live in America.
Stanford University’s Hoover Institute Fellow since 1994 and Emmy Award-winning filmmaker, Shelby Steele is a conservative heavyweight. His 1990 PBS documentary Seven Days in Bensonhurst was Steele first dive into the public debate on race, and won Steele the Writer’s Guild Award, the San Francisco Film Festival Award, and the aforementioned Emmy Award.
Singer Angela Ferrari talks about her upcoming performance "The Crown" ticket info below!
09-16-23 @ 7pm
Scottsdale Center for Performing Arts 7380 E 2nd St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Embark on a musical journey into the profound impact of childhood with powerful music, imaginative visuals, and expressive dance.
Unlock the keys to 're-imagine' your past and see life anew.
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MEMBERS FROM THE OFFSPRING, SMASH MOUTH,THE MIGHTY MIGHTY BOSSTONES, STREET DOGS AND THE BRIGGS UNITE AND FORM THE DEFIANT!
Check out this exclusive interview with frontman of the Mighty Mighty Bosstones Dicky Barrett on his new band.
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Kellyanna Brooking is a 15 year old outspoken Republican from Washington State who is regularly featured on national news outlets, works as a campaign advisor for a candidate running to become governor and she runs her own show “A Few Words”.
Her hope to is bring a new voice to the table and help change the negative narrative around Republicans.
Heisman trophy winner and former NFL star running back Ricky Williams joins Billy Harfosh for an in-depth conversation on his NFL career, mental health and the future of the cannabis industry in America.
Nick Pope worked for the UK’s Ministry of Defence, investigating UFOs and other mysteries officially, for the British Government, leading the media to call him the real Fox Mulder. Because of his work on these real-life X-Files, Nick has worked as consultant or spokesperson on numerous alien-themed movies, TV series and video games. Nick Pope is a regular contributor to numerous TV shows, including Ancient Aliens.
Rob Schneider is an actor, comedian, and screenwriter. A stand-up comic and veteran of the NBC sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live, he went on to a career in feature films, including starring roles in the comedy films Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo (1999) and its 2005 sequel, The Animal (2001)
The team that founded 2 The Nations has been honored to lead dozens of missions in every continent for close to two decades. They have provided spiritual, medical, and humanitarian relief through various donations, programs, and outreach efforts. They now focus their efforts on the Ukraine. Listen to this incredible conversation with John McGovern the Strategic Global Director of 2TheNations.com
Barry Goldwater, Jr. is a former member of the U.S. House of Representatives, serving California from 1969 to 1983. He is the son of Barry Goldwater, U.S. senator from Arizona and Republican Party presidential nominee in 1964. After retiring from politics, the younger Goldwater moved to Los Angeles and pursued a career in the financial sector, specializing in security law and underwriting. His clients were major U.S. banks and insurance companies. Goldwater became a member of the New York Stock Exchange and a partner in what is now Wedbush Securities (formerly Noble Cook Inc.). Goldwater lives in Phoenix, near his son, Barry M. Goldwater III. He has served on the board of the Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program. Goldwater supported legislation and policies that generally embrace economic independence, individual rights, and a restriction of governmental powers. Goldwater maintains his contact with Republican and Democratic leaders, as well as celebrity activists, while he continues to champion the conservative political movement started by his father. He serves as chairman of the solar energy advocacy group Tell Utilities Solar won’t be Killed (TUSK). He is a member of the American Numismatic Association and director of the National Collector’s Mint.
Switchfoot is an American rock band from San Diego, California. The band's members are Jon Foreman (lead vocals, guitar), Tim Foreman (bass guitar, backing vocals), Chad Butler (drums, percussion), and Jerome Fontamillas (guitar, keyboards, backing vocals). After early successes in the Christian rock scene, Switchfoot first gained mainstream recognition with the inclusion of four of their songs in the 2002 movie A Walk to Remember. This recognition led to their major label debut, The Beautiful Letdown, which was released in 2003 and featured the hits "Meant to Live" and "Dare You to Move". The album sold over 2.6 million copies. They have since been noted for their energetic live shows, and their seventh studio album Hello Hurricane received a Grammy award in 2011 for Best Rock or Rap Gospel Album.
Pro hockey player Dave Scatchard spent 14 years in the NHL, but repeated traumatic injuries left him fighting for his life. After five concussions he was faced with a taste of death and it changed the way he looked at his life.
After being told by physicians there was nothing else that could be done for him and dealing with seemingly insurmountable physical obstacles he decided to take his health into his own hands. He traveled the world to find the top healers and coaches to help him on his road to recovery.
Eric's House inspires hope, healing, and new beginnings for people who have suddenly lost someone they love. With a specialization in substance and suicide losses, they walk alongside their clients with understanding, compassion, and encouragement so that they may achieve emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being.
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Dr. Cara Christ is Chief Medical Officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona. She previously served as Arizona Department of Health Services Director, leading the state’s COVID-19 response during the largest public health initiative in the nation’s history.
As one of the original architects of the National Smart Grid building-to-grid interactions, former Arizona State Senate candidate, Sharon E. Dinges, MBA,
BSEE is a leading authority on the fallacies and realities of electric vehicles, renewable energy, ESG, and the Green New Deal.
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NYT best-selling author and Psychic, Medium James Van Praagh has been connecting with the after life for years. Considered one of the world’s top mediums, Van Praagh has made guest appearances on such shows as Oprah, Dr. Phil, Larry King Live, 20/20, the View, the Today Show, and others.
Michael Oren is an American-born Israeli historian, author, politician, former Israeli ambassador to the United States (2009–2013), former member of the Knesset for the Kulanu party and a former Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister's Office.
Derek Moneyberg is a world-renowned investor, entrepreneur, and wealth coach. Having graduated from the #1 business school in the world, The University of Chicago's Booth School of Business, his coaching style is celebrated for his unique ability to combine his academic smarts with his pragmatic, real-world money-making entrepreneurial experience. He's taught his investment and entrepreneurial insights to thousands around the world.
Doctor Mike, is a Russian-born American Internet personality, family medicine physician and professional boxer. His Instagram account went viral after he was featured in BuzzFeed and People magazine named him The Sexiest Doctor Alive in 2015. He has a YouTube channel for medically themed entertainment and information.
Jerry Colangelo is an American businessman and sports executive. He formerly owned the Phoenix Suns of the NBA, the Phoenix Mercury of the WNBA, the Arizona Sandsharks of the Continental Indoor Soccer League, the Arizona Rattlers of the Arena Football League, and the Arizona Diamondbacks of Major League Baseball.
In the summer of 2005, Colangelo was named director of USA Basketball whose team represented the United States in the 2008 Beijing Olympics and 2010 FIBA World Championship. Since 2009, he has served as Chairman of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Multi-platinum, Grammy-award-winning rap artist Marvin Young, aka Young MC, known for his hit song “Bust a Move”, will host his first American Red Cross blood drive on Sunday, October 16 from 9:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the Orange Tree Resort located at 10601 N. 56 St. in Scottsdale.
The kids are back in school, from our kindergarteners just getting started to our 12thgraders on the way to high school diplomas. But Waterford.org national spokesperson
Kim Fischer says that overlooks a whole segment of children.
Mark Tarbell's frequent television and radio appearances include winning Iron Chef America on The Food Network as well as multiple appearances on The Cooking Channel. He has been the weekly wine columnist for the Arizona Republic since 2004 as well as a judge at the Los Angeles International Wine & Spirits competition. Mark is the owner of Tarbell's Restaurant in Phoenix.
Rob Schneider is an actor, comedian, and screenwriter. A stand-up comic and veteran of the NBC sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live, he went on to a career in feature films, including starring roles in the comedy films Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo (1999) and its 2005 sequel, The Animal (2001), The Hot Chick (2002), The Benchwarmers (2006), and Big Stan (2007). Schneider is the father of singer Elle King.
Steve Vai is a guitarist, composer, songwriter, and producer. A three-time Grammy Award winner and fifteen-time nominee, Vai started his music career in 1978 at the age of eighteen with Frank Zappa, and later played with the likes of David Lee Roth and Whitesnake. Vai was voted the "10th Greatest Guitarist" by Guitar World magazine and has sold over 15 million records.
Tyson Ritter is a singer, songwriter, musician, actor, and model. He is best known as the lead vocalist, bassist, pianist, and songwriter of the multi-platinum selling American rock band The All-American Rejects.
Garrett Dutton better known as G. Love, is an American singer, rapper and musician best known as the frontman for the band G. Love & Special Sauce.
The Mighty Mighty Bosstones were formed in Boston in 1985.They soon became a fixture on the local Boston scene. Their live shows were famous for energy, rowdiness, and mayhem. The Bosstones toured relentlessly throughout the 1990s, playing hundreds of shows a year, releasing albums and spinning off the popular rock radio hit "Someday I Suppose". They were eventually signed to Mercury Records. The band appeared in the movie Clueless. In 1997, the success of their single "The Impression That I Get" and its follow up, "The Rascal King" earned them mainstream recognition.
Jim McMahon is a former football quarterback who played in the NFL for 15 seasons, most notably with the Chicago Bears. The Bears selected him fifth overall in the 1982 NFL Draft. McMahon achieved his greatest professional success with the 1985 Bears team that won the franchise's first Super Bowl title in Super Bowl XX. However, upon suffering a shoulder injury the following season, McMahon struggled with injuries throughout the rest of his career. After his seven years in Chicago, McMahon became a member of the San Diego Chargers, Philadelphia Eagles, Minnesota Vikings, Arizona Cardinals, Cleveland Browns, and Green Bay Packers. He spent his final seasons in a backup role, including on the Packers team that won Super Bowl XXXI. McMahon was inducted to the College Football Hall of Fame in 1998. He has been active in speaking about his experience using cannabis, serving as spokesperson for the Cannabis Sports Policy Project and a member of the Gridiron Cannabis Coalition along with several other former NFL players. McMahon appeared in a TV ad supporting cannabis legalization in the state of Arizona. In November 2016, McMahon was among the signatories of an open letter addressed to the NFL, urging a change in the league's policy towards cannabis. The letter was penned by Doctors for Cannabis Regulation and signed by several other NFL players. McMahon is also a member of the Doctors for Cannabis Regulation NFL steering committee.
Sam Quinones is a journalist, storyteller, former LA Times reporter, and author of three acclaimed books of narrative nonfiction.
His most recent book is The Least of Us: True Tales of America and Hope in the Time of Fentanyl and Meth, released in 2021. The book follows his 2015 release, Dreamland: The True Tale of America's Opiate Epidemic by Bloomsbury Press.
Both books are critically acclaimed. In January 2022, The Least of Us was nominated for a National Book Critics Circle (NBCC) award for Best Nonfiction Book of 2021.
Dreamland won a National Book Critics Circle award for the Best Nonfiction Book. Dreamland was selected as one the Best 10 True-Crime Books of all time based on lists, surveys, and ratings of more than 90 million Goodread.com readers. Also in 2019, Slate.com selected Dreamland as one of the 50 best nonfiction books of the last 25 years. In 2021, GQ Magazine selected Dreamland as one of the “50 Best Books of Literary Journalism of the 21st Century.”
Grammy-Award winning musician, actor, and best selling author Rick Springfield joins Billy Harfosh to talk about mental health, his career and his upcoming show in Phoenix.
The Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee is responsible for planning and executing a successful Super Bowl LVII in 2023. The Host Committee works in partnership with the NFL and local & national stakeholders to create a positive experience for all attendees.
We are facing a water crisis in Arizona. But is the state of Arizona doing everything they can to fight back and find solutions? Arizona is leasing farmland to a Saudi water company, threatening future water supply in Phoenix. This bombshell interview exposes the real story.
Sarah Stephens, PharmD, CPPS is the Network Medication Safety Officer for HonorHealth in Scottsdale, AZ. She earned her PharmD at the University of Wyoming and completed two years of residency training at University of Utah Health specializing in Drug Information. She practiced as an acute care adult internal medicine pharmacist for the University of Utah, and then accepted a full-time faculty role for the University of Utah College of Pharmacy, at which time, her clinical practice transitioned to the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Salt Lake City. After 15 years with the University of Utah, she transitioned to a Medication Safety role at Kaweah Health in Visalia, an underserved area of Central Valley California. She accepted a system-level, medication safety position for HonorHealth, a 6-hospital health system, in 2020. Stephens has diverse acute care experiences including academic tertiary care centers, government, and community hospitals.
The current Colorado River water shortage is a stark reminder of how important it is for everyone to reduce their water use. The Colorado River supplies water to about 40 million people across the southwest, but it is facing catastrophically dry conditions. The last two decades have been the driest in 1,200 years. At least six cities in Arizona, including Phoenix, have now declared water shortages.
Comedian Steve Treviño most certainly embodies the title of “America’s Favorite Husband.” Sharing hilarious observations on fatherhood, husband-hood, and modern life-hood at large, he locks into an undeniable rhythm fueled by straight-shooting honesty and a whole lot of heart. This identifiable approach affirms his status as one of the country’s fastest-rising comics, viewed over 175 million times as of 2020, selling out shows coast-to-coast, amassing nearly 1 million total social media followers, and headlining specials for Amazon, NETFLIX, Showtime, and more.
Kari Lake, the former anchor for Fox 10 News in Phoenix, became a symbol of truth in journalism when she walked away from the mainstream media despite being number one in the ratings for more than two decades.
Now she's running for Governor of Arizona on a platform of common sense conservatism dedicated to individual liberties, low taxes, limited regulation, and protecting Arizona's great Western heritage.
Kari Lake continues to be a voice for the silent majority suffering at the hands of cancel culture, critical race theory, and the devastating effects progressive policies are piling up on America's formerly great cities.
A native Arizonan and a conservative leader, Karrin Taylor Robson is running for Governor to defend the Arizona we love and to lead us forward into the next generation.
As our state welcomes over 6,000 new residents every month, Karrin knows that we must be vigilant in fighting for our Arizona values. Our state is a beacon of freedom and opportunity for millions, and Karrin’s leadership will ensure it remains a special place, with conservative policies that encourage economic growth, innovation, and traditional values.
Amy lost her beautiful boy Alexander to a counterfeit pill made with fentanyl. He was just 14 years old. Amy is the lead parent in the country fighting for our kids and parents when it comes to Snapchat, social media apps and open market drug dealing on these platforms that are killing thousands of young people.
Billy Harfosh is joined by Matt Grodsky, Vice President of Matters of State Strategies and the former Communications Director of the Arizona Democrat Party and Republican strategist Tommy McKone of McKone Strategies, a Phoenix based consulting firm serving clients in state, local and federal government affairs, political and campaign strategy.
Chris Christie was inaugurated as the 55th Governor of the State of New Jersey on January 19, 2010. He was re-elected with 60% of the vote in November of 2013 and served two terms as Governor. He left office in January of 2018.
Matt Grodsky is VP, Director of Public Affairs at Matters of State Strategies and the former Director of Communications of the Arizona Democrat Party
Social Catfish is an award-winning company committed to helping people avoid online scams. Their reverse search technology uses artificial intelligence and facial recognition to verify images, social media profiles, phone numbers, emails, and more.
https://socialcatfish.com/ “Social Catfish, a company dedicated to preventing online scams through reverse search technology”
Inc. 5000 named Social Catfish the No. 118 fastest growing company in America and over the last three years the company has grown by 766%.
Social Catfish works with high levels of law enforcement to help victims recover their money and their annual State of Online Scams Study was cited in the FTC's report to the U.S. Congress this summer titled "Combatting Online Harms Through Innovation".
Public service is in Adrian’s DNA. Growing up in the border town of Nogales, he was surrounded by exemplary role models. Adrian’s Grandfather, Florentino ‘Tino’ Fontes, became a US Citizen after serving in WWII. As a former Marine, father of three daughters, an attorney, and an elections administrator, Adrian has spent his whole career fighting for justice and democracy.
Melody Pierce is a graduate of Arizona State University with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism. She currently works as an eating disorder recovery and body acceptance coach through her program, S.T.E.P.S. Recovery. Recipient of the Miss Arizona Quality of Life Award for her service work, Melody is dedicated to aiding her community in the recovery of eating disorders and directs Arizona’s chapter of the National Eating Disorder Awareness Walk. With her six years of experience in public relations, she is excited to connect with partners across Arizona throughout her year.
Wendy Rogers is an American politician and a Republican member of the Arizona Senate, representing Arizona Legislative District 6. Elected in November 2020, she assumed office on January 11, 2021. She was a member of the United States Air Force from 1976 to 1996.
Paul D. Eaton is a former United States Army officer most known for his command of operations to train Iraqi troops during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Eaton served in that capacity between 2003 and 2004, and then returned to the US to become Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations and Training, United States Army.
K-von is the most famous Half-Persian comedian in the world. His style is versatile yet relatable with storytelling and high-energy performances about a variety of mainstream topics.
Millions have seen his appearances on NETFLIX, NBC's ‘Last Comic Standing’, Dry Bar Comedy, and his popular TED Talk.
This fall, he stars in a new hilarious movie alongside Jon Heder (aka Napoleon Dynamite).
Catch K-von on tour, listen to his PODCAST, and watch his weekly videos on youtube.com/KvonComedy as he wakes America Up w/ Laughter. Be sure to check out his new book, "Once You Go Persian..." (full of funny stories & great unsolicited advice!)
Trevor H. Halpern, J.D. is the #1 independent agent at Phoenix-based North&Co. and the founder of the Halpern Residential real estate group. As a Phoenix native, Halpern’s deep knowledge of both people and property has allowed him to create client success in all areas of town. As a graduate of ASU’s College of Law, Halpern prides himself on delivering high-level strategy, efficient negotiations and precise tactical execution.
Adam Metzendorf is the former Director of Membership Experience for the Phoenix Suns, where he built a values-driven culture that retained staff and engaged fans across the political divide. A proud Arizonan, Adam is running for Congress to bring people together through our shared values and create opportunity for Arizona's families.
Shelly Mowrey is the Demand Reduction Coordinator for Arizona HIDTA and is a leader in substance abuse prevention and education. Shelly has developed substance abuse prevention programs, media campaigns and professional development trainings for a variety of audiences that are instrumental in reducing youth drug use in the state of Arizona.
At 12 years old Kellyanna founded her Turning Point USA hub and then at 14 became their youngest ambassador. Kellyanna can regularly be found on national news outlets speaking out on issues such as defunding of the police, cancel culture, protecting freedom of speech, indoctrination in schools and the importance of the youth using their voice.
Known as the King of Rant, LEWIS BLACK uses his trademark style of comedic yelling and animated finger-pointing to skewer anything and anyone that gets under his skin. His comedic brilliance lies in his ability to make people laugh at the absurdities of life, with topics that include current events, social media, politics and anything else that exposes the hypocrisy and madness he sees in the world.
Billy Harfosh interviews Don McLean the legendary 'American Pie' songwriter. They talk about his songs being recorded by Madonna & Drake and he gives us his prediction for the future of music. The good news, music has not died yet!
Shiry Sapir is running for Superintendent of Public Instruction in Arizona. Shiry served in the Israeli military assisting bereaved families with logistical, financial and emotional needs. Her unit was the one negotiating bringing back home the remains of missing soldiers. Working with families at the lowest point of their lives is an experience she will bring to the department to implement policies supporting families because to her, Arizona families have reached the lowest point and she wants to be there to support them.
Austin Davis is a 22 year old poet and activist. He is the founder of AZ Hugs For the Houseless, Arizona Jews For Justice’s homeless outreach program. Austin is the author of "Lotus & The Apocalypse," a best-selling poetry novella about mental health.
Blake Masters talks about the race for the Republican nomination for Arizona Senate. He discusses the importance of protecting the 2nd Amendment, the on going drug crisis in Arizona and what Donald Trump's endorsment means to him.
Rich Nickel is president and CEO of Education Forward Arizona. His career has centered on advancing educational opportunities for low-income students.
For the past decade, Nickel has worked to advance educational opportunity and excellence in Arizona. He has spent nearly 30 years working in the education space, helping students and families with financial need achieve their educational goals.