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Podsdale

City of Scottsdale, Arizona

Podsdale celebrates the City of Scottsdale and helps people stay up to date on the latest news from the city. Subscribe to be "in the know" about the West"s Most Western Town!

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18:07

Finding Some Relief: Podsdale Episode 20

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2022/07/29

It’s hot outside, but did you know Scottsdale is a proud partner of Maricopa County's Heat Relief Network? This week on Podsdale, sit down with Andy Passmonick and Ray Gomez from Vista Del Camino Community Center to learn how residents can find some relief from the heat, and the ways Scottsdale supports its vulnerable residents all year round.For more information about the Heat Relief Network and current locations, visit hrn.azmag.gov.To find out more about the programs offered at Vista Del Comino

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16:53

Podsdale Episode 19: Firewise on the Fourth

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2022/07/01

The 4th of July is just a few days away, but this patriotic holiday comes with extra risks here in the dry desert. This week, join our host, Holly Walter, as she sits down with Fire Captain Dave Folio to talk about the Fire Department’s efforts to keep Scottsdale safe during Arizona’s wildfire season.Want to join in on our 4th of July celebration? Visit www.scottsdale4th.com for information and tickets. To find out more about Scottsdale's wildfire prevention programs? Visit ScottsdaleAZ.gov and

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16:46

Podsdale Episode 18: Everything June

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2022/06/16

June is heating up, which means it's time for some summer fun. From Old Town's June Days to our free Community Juneteenth Celebration, there's no shortage of fun-filled events here in Scottsdale. This week our host, Holly Walter, sat down with Old Town Marketing Manager, Jackie Contaldo and Diversity Program Director, Jackie Johnson to chat about everything June.

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25:56

Podsdale Episode 17: Safety at the Open

Podsdale ·

2022/03/01

The 2022 WM Phoenix Open has come to a close here in Scottsdale. With hundreds of thousands of attendees, plus an unforgettable hole-in-one, it really was a week like no other. Podsdale host, Holly Walter, sat down with two of our public safety professionals to give you an inside look at how the city manages such a large event and ensures the safety of fans during the greatest show on grass.

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16:45

Podsdale Episode 16: Employee Values in Action

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2021/12/20

Scottsdale’s employee values were recently redefined to better reflect our employee's goals and priorities. But just how did these new values come to be? Podsdale host Holly Walter sat down with Cassie Johnson, a member of the cross-departmental team that made it all happen, to take a look at all the hard work that went into shaping our new employee values.Podsdale celebrates the City of Scottsdale's employees, highlights their stories and accomplishments, and shares city news they need to know.Find

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15:57

Podsdale Episode 15: 'Tis the season for Scottsdazzle

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2021/11/15

The holiday season is quickly approaching, which means that Scottsdazzle is right around the corner! Podsdale host Holly Walter sat down for a chat with Tourism and Events Director Karen Churchard, and Old Town Marketing Manage Jackie Contaldo, about this month-long event and the festivities that you and your family won't want to miss! Ready to make some holiday plans? Head over to Scottsdazzle.com for more information.Podsdale celebrates the City of Scottsdale's employees, highlights their stories

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Podsdale Episode 14: Haunted Scottsdale

Podsdale ·

2021/10/26

With Halloween right around the corner, Citizen Advisor Bruce Wall joins host Holly Walter on location to tell the tale of the Community Design Studio's spooky history. Is the building haunted? Listen for yourself and decide!Podsdale celebrates the City of Scottsdale's employees, highlights their stories and accomplishments, and shares city news they need to know.Find Podsdale on YouTube or in your favorite podcast app.

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25:13

Podsdale Episode 13: Home Safe Home

Podsdale ·

2021/10/13

Home Safe Home is a complimentary program provided by Scottsdale Fire Department to help keep older adult residents safer in their homes. Host Holly Walter sat down with public information officer Lori Schmidt to learn more about the program, as well as other prevention programs offered by the department designed to keep residents our community safer.Podsdale celebrates the City of Scottsdale's employees, highlights their stories and accomplishments, and shares city news they need to know.Find

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24:37

Podsdale Episode 12: Finding Dori

Podsdale ·

2021/09/22

Meet Dori DiPietro -- she's a board-certified psychotherapist and Scottsdale's dedicated on-site Employee Assistance Program provider. Dori sat down with host Holly Walter to explain the benefits of therapy, what to expect in an individual or group counseling session and how employees can access EAP services.

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Podsdale Episode 11: Water Wise

Podsdale ·

2021/09/07

Scottsdale City Manager Jim Thompson officially declared “Stage 1” of the city’s Drought Management Plan on Aug. 17 as a direct result of the Colorado River Tier 1 shortage declared by the Bureau of Reclamation. How has Scottsdale prepared for this shortage and what should we expect in 2022? Host Holly Walter speaks to Water Policy Manager Gretchen Baumgardner to find out.

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Podsdale Episode 10: Recharge with Rocket

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2021/08/16

Host Holly Walter takes a trip to Chaparral High School to visit Scottsdale Police School Resource Officer Devon Lines and his K9 partner, Rocket. The 2-year-old Golden Retriever is the first police K9 assigned to a school resource officer in Maricopa County. Learn how the school year is going so far and hear how this dynamic duo works to calm high stress situations, provide comfort on campus and bridge communication gaps with students.

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19:24

Podsdale Episode 9: Scottsdale, You Are Cleared for...

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2021/08/02

The Scottsdale airport is closed for construction! Podsdale host, Holly Walter, sat down for a chat with Aviation Planning & Outreach Coordinator, Sarah Ferrara, to get the scoop on all things aviation --from the history of the airport and its impacts on Scottsdale, to current improvement projects and everything in between! Podsdale, you are cleared for takeoff!Podsdale celebrates the city of Scottsdale's employees, highlights their stories and accomplishments, and shares city news they need to

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19:31

Podsdale Episode 8: The Cartoonist and the Ice Cream...

Podsdale ·

2021/07/20

Prepare yourself for a treat! Citizen Advisor and storyteller-extraordinaire Bruce Wall joins host Holly Walter to provide the inside scoop on one of Scottsdale's most-iconic restaurants.Podsdale celebrates the city of Scottsdale's employees, highlights their stories and accomplishments, and shares city news they need to know. Find Podsdale on YouTube and in your favorite podcast app.

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18:18

Podsdale Episode 7: Keeping up with Kira

Podsdale ·

2021/07/05

Podsdale host Holly Walter caught up with Community Services Administrator Kira Peters to get the scoop on all things Community Services -- from library re-openings and pending capital projects to announcing the city's new Parks & Recreation Director.

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Podsdale Episode 6: Peck's Trek

Podsdale ·

2021/06/21

Reaching the highest point in the world has long been an object of fascination, but for Scottsdale Fire Chief Tom Shannon, his recent trek up Mt. Everest served a higher purpose. Host Holly Walter talks to Chief Shannon about the milestone climb and his reason behind it -- to raise awareness and honor his late nephew, Goodyear Firefighter Austin Peck, as well as other fallen firefighters who have lost their lives to occupational cancer.Podsdale celebrates the city of Scottsdale's employees,

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42:53

Podsdale Episode 5: So long, farewell, auf...

Podsdale ·

2021/06/07

Our city recently said goodbye to two long-term employees due to retirement - Chief Information Officer Brad Hartig and Parks & Recreation Department Director Reed Pryor. Host Holly Walter caught up with them before their departures to gain some insight into their collective 46 years of public service, gather advice for those beginning their city careers and glean some helpful institutional knowledge.

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Podsdale Episode 4: A Scottsdale for all

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2021/05/20

Scottsdale's recently adopted anti-discrimination ordinance is now in effect. The ordinance prohibits discrimination based on actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. But what does this ordinance mean for city employees and the Scottsdale community? Host Holly Walter talks to the research team of city employees behind the ordinance to learn more.

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Podsdale Episode 3: Let's Talk Benefits

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2021/04/27

2021/22 open enrollment is just around the corner and Scottsdale employees have several new incentive programs and coverage additions to learn about and utilize. Even better, these additions come with no increase to benefit premiums! Human Resources Manager Lauran Beebe joins host Holly Walter to provide an overview.Podsdale celebrates the City of Scottsdale's employees, highlights their stories and accomplishments, and shares city news they need to know.Find Podsdale in your favorite podcast

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Podsdale Episode 2: It's Western Week, y'all!

Podsdale ·

2021/04/12

It’s Western Week in the West’s Most Western Town. Downtown Specialist Jackie Contaldo joins host Holly Walter to talk all things Western Week, including what to expect this year and why everyone should dress up in their best Western duds. Yee Haw! 🤠Podsdale celebrates the City of Scottsdale's employees, highlights their stories and accomplishments, and shares city news they need to know.Find Podsdale in your favorite podcast app.

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21:48

Podsdale Episode 1: The Library Has Wings

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2021/03/31

For Adult Services Coordinator Erin Riley and her colleagues at theScottsdale library, “Innovation has been the watchword of the past year.”From curbside service and online library card registrations to forming a new “virtual library” branch, Erin talks to Public Affairs Supervisor and Podsdale host Holly Walter about the library’s adaptation to the pandemic.Podsdale celebrates the city of Scottsdale's employees, highlights their stories and accomplishments, and shares city news they need to

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