Crushing Classical is a series of interviews with classical musicians who are forging unique paths with their talent, creating their own artistic fulfillment and financial comfort, and finding ways to thrive. I celebrate these brave people who are taking routes outside of traditional orchestral or academic employment! As always, I invite you to listen for your own sparks and breadcrumbs, and use these interviews to find the possibilities that exist in your own life.
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Hello! Welcome to the Only Old Town Podcast. We know all the fun and exciting things that are going on in Old Town Scottsdale. Do you want to know? Well, get ready for the Only Old Town podcast! I’m Brian. And I’m James. We’ll be your guides for this exciting adventure through the streets of Old Town Scottsdale. Between the 2 of us, we’ve been exploring these parts for many years and have seen some amazing changes... that we want to share with you. Whether you live here or you’re just visiti ...
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In the 'Together with God Podcast', we'll be exploring issues of faith in the family, focusing on the role of parents and churches in supporting the faith of the young. We'll share a conversation with a thinker or practitioner each month, exploring issues such as family worship, intergenerational church, and raising kids in an age of cultural change.
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Desmond Earley: Chamber Music by James Joyce
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I'm always interested in project management - how big and complex projects come to life. I'm always interested in inspiration - where the ideas come from and the WHY behind them. This interview gives us ALL of that and more! Born in Dublin, very close to the location of many of Handel's Dublin performances in 1741and 1742, Dr. Desmond Earley is an …
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Happiest Musician Minisode: Making Big Dreams Happen
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A conversation I recently had got thrillingly concrete when we started asking and answering concrete questions. Might some ACTION steps help you, too? Thanks for joining me on Crushing Classical! Theme music by DreamVance. You can join my email list HERE, so you never miss an episode! I help people to lean into their creative careers and start or g…
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Shawn Head: Honored Grand Master of Classical Shakuhachi
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With an active performing and recording schedule, and a growing studio of students, Shawn Tairyu Head has dedicated himself to bringing the shakuhachi to new audiences around the world. While he embraces the traditional melodies of the ancient repertoire known as honkyoku, his classical conservatory training and Western spiritual perspective make h…
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Happiest Musician Minisode: Give Your Gig a Chance to be Great
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One of the pillars of a portfolio career is Joy and Artistic Fulfillment. How many of your last, say, five gigs offered you Joy? Or Artistic Fulfillment? You always get to choose. Here are some ways to think about this important part of your creative life! Thanks for joining me on Crushing Classical! Theme music by DreamVance. You can join my email…
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Michelle Lynn, a Canadian pianist now based in Europe, expanded from being a classical musician to being an entrepreneur by founding the Fearless Artist Mastermind during COVID-19. The program helps classical musicians build fulfilling careers through monthly online calls, hot seats for peer advice, and a social media program called the Sprint. Mic…
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Happiest Musician Minisode: Resilience
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We talk about consistency as though it is the be-all and end-all of a musical career, a reedmaking business, teaching, parenting, business - but what if the truth were something more ...flexible? Thanks for joining me on Crushing Classical! Theme music by DreamVance. You can join my email list HERE, so you never miss an episode! I help people to le…
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Classical music can be such a slow-moving industry. I'm fascinated by our innovators, like today's guest, who is developing new ways to serve and support his audience and students! Since winning the BBC Young Musician strings category, Callum has soloed with the UK's leading orchestras (Royal Philharmonic, BBC Philharmonic, Hallé) and offered recit…
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Happiest Musician Minisode: Find Your People
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Humans are social animals - but you wouldn't always know it from talking with classical musicians and musicpreneurs! In today's episode, I talk about the many advantages you can gain from finding your people and TALKING about your ideas! Interested in my Reed Business Mastermind? Email me! I have two slots left and we start next week. Thanks for jo…
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The author of the classic “Beyond Talent: Creating a Successful Career in Music,” Angela Myles Beeching is the former director of career and entrepreneurship programs at Manhattan School of Music, Indiana University, and New England Conservatory. Ms. Beeching maintains a thriving online coaching practice helping musicians get more of their best wor…
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Happiest Musician Minisode: Calls to Action
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Perhaps you've been told that the key to visibility and a successful business is to make CONTENT for social media or SEO. How is that working out for you? I would encourage you to take the next step, by including a Call to Action in your content. What does this look like? The Happiest Musician explains. Thanks for joining me on Crushing Classical! …
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When an art song and opera composer writes a memoir, what does that process look like? Does mastery in one creative realm translate to another? How is an aria like a story? I just loved this deep and passionate conversation with Ricky Ian Gordon, author of the new memoir SEEING THROUGH: A Chronicle of Sex, Drugs, and Opera. Ricky Ian Gordon was bor…
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Happiest Musician Minisode: Your Model Calendar
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It's Fall! As we move into the start of the school year, how is your schedule changing? How do you WANT it to change? I love this seasonal exercise of reconsidering how I spend my time and WHEN I do things. Maybe you would like to work it alongside me! I'd love to hear from you. How does this episode sit for you? Are there questions you'd like me t…
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Have you ever struggled with Imposter Syndrome, with Perfectionism, with being bored and stifled as a musician or as a human? You will love hearing from Cory Barger! Cory Barger is the principal bassoonist in the Filarmónica de Boca del Río, and the founder of Practice Happier, a coaching practice dedicated to helping musicians get the most out of …
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Have you considered adding a group offering to your studio - but weren't sure WHAT or HOW to teach? Have you wished for a more efficient way of helping your students to learn, and a way to take back some of YOUR precious time? I recently gave this talk to a group of music teachers through Muzie.live, and wanted to share it with you. I'd love to hea…
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Nancy Green: The Evolution of a Portfolio Career
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I have wondered, in my darker days, whether this portfolio career I love is truly sustainable. Whether I can really keep tweaking and evolving all the way until I stop. This interview gave me an inspiring YES! Hailed by Fanfare Magazine as "one of the great cellists of our time", Nancy Green is an internationally recognized recording artist, known …
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Happiest Musician Minisode: Consistency
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Have you ever felt like your content, your social media sharing, even your practice schedule is the BOSS of you? Consistency is important, and also you are a human being with reasonable human needs. I'd love to hear from you. You can DM me on instagram or email me with your thoughts on this episode or a question I could answer on a future one! Than…
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Miriam Schulman is an artist, author, and host of The Inspiration Place podcast. She’s helped thousands of creatives around the world develop their skill sets and create more time and freedom to do what they love. Her signature coaching program, The Artist Incubator, teaches artists go from “so-so” sales to “sold-out” collections. After witnessing …
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Happiest Musician Minisode: Choose your Attention
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I had an AHA during a FLOW class I was leading last week. You can choose what you pay attention to! This had such a wide resonance for me that I couldn't wait to share it with you. What do you want to pay attention to? What focus might help you to move forward? I'd love to hear from you. You can DM me on instagram or email me with your thoughts on …
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Dr. Jonathan M. Gregoire: Creative Coach, Performing Artist, Arts Educator
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I just loved this conversation with Dr. Jonathan Gregoire. From the first moment we met I could tell we were aligned in how we saw the world, how we saw our musical careers, and how we sought to help others. His journey from full-time, salaried performing work to the entrepreneurial world of coaching is an inspiration! Dr. Gregoire is a multi-talen…
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Happiest Musician Minisode: Behind the Scenes
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I'm releasing a new pre-recorded course this week for oboists! And I'm pulling back the curtains of my business to talk about how I created it. If you've been curious about bolstering your own online presence with educational offerings, and if you've been stymied by the tech, or the marketing, or by the fear of putting yourself out there, you might…
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Michael Cooke: San Francisco Composers Chamber Orchestra
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Michael Cooke is an accomplished multi-instrumentalist and composer, seamlessly blending the worlds of jazz and classical music. A two Emmy Awards and the Louis Armstrong Jazz Award, Cooke’s versatility shines through in his mastery of soprano, alto, and tenor saxophones, flute, soprano and bass clarinets, bassoon, and percussion. A cum laude gradu…
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Happiest Musician Minisode: Do Your Own Hike
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What I learned on my summer vacation... about hiking up a mountain, playing the oboe, and crafting my career! Perhaps you too will enjoy this minisode about choosing your own path. Make sure you SUBSCRIBE to Crushing Classical, and maybe even leave a nice review! Thanks for joining me on Crushing Classical! Theme music by DreamVance. You can join m…
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Stepping into today’s conversation with Chad Lawson, I had a loose idea of what we’d be talking about, but the actual conversation was surprising - genuine, soulful, and simultaneously grounded in the practicality of making money as a performer and recording artist. We explored the tension between what you COULD do, and what you maybe WANT to do, a…
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In today's minisode I discuss my FLOW program. This might be interesting: For private music teachers who wonder what might be possible For online program creators who want to improve retention For oboists who wish it could be EASIER and more fun Thanks for joining me on Crushing Classical! I would love to talk with you! This month, my calendar is e…
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I had always assumed that piano keyboards were standardized and unchangeable. That it was our job as musicians to adapt to the instrument, rather than making it adapt to us. I'm delighted to find that I was mistaken! Pianist, vocalist, composer, singer-songwriter, actor, and entrepreneur, Hannah Reimann began her career as a concert pianist with a …
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Ask Me Anything! This live zoom event with two musical entrepreneurs took place on May 9, 2024. We discussed: Creating online content, including video and podcasts, with tips on basic equipment needed Preparing students for performances and educating parents Finding a niche audience through visibility and outreach Time management and prioritization…
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13. It's Okay to be Sad! Singing Helps Kelsea and Vox of Sad Girls Club
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This week we interview Kelsea & Vox, who founded Sad Girls Club, an organization of female songwriters that focuses on the importance of community and sharing opportunities. Both founders met while performing at an open mic night and were inspired to create a group dedicated to women songwriters and performers. Every third Saturday of the month, Sa…
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Intrigued? This is a topic that's come up recently with my clients and in our live zoom event - and while I'm not offering productivity hacks this week, this idea might be something even better! The book I reference is Essentialism, by Greg McKeown Make sure you SUBSCRIBE to Crushing Classical, and maybe even leave a nice review! Thanks for joining…
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12. Gallery Andrea Heals Us with Her Paintings
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Are you looking to collect some beautiful art? Today, we interview Andrea de Kerpely-Zak, a talented painter born in Hungary. Andrea has been painting since she was a child and has taken the time to study and perfect her skill. Her work has been described as healing and has had her work in Arizona for over 35 years. Find all tours, events and busin…
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T.D. Ellis: Bassoonist, Contractor, and owner of Trevco Music!
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T.D. Ellis is the owner of Trevco Music, Trevco Music Publishing, The Music Source, and T.D. Ellis Music Publishing. He is also a professional bassoonist and contractor. T.D. plays principal bassoon and is the personnel manager with the Ridgefield Symphony, Greater Bridgeport Symphony and Wallingford Symphony. He is the contractor for the Palace Th…
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11. We Have so Matcha Love for Marion, Manager at TeaTime in Scottsdale
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Let's get this par-TEA started! This week we welcome Marion Houghton, manager of TeaTime in Old Town Scottsdale, who's here to celebrate their 15 year anniversary! Marion offers her expertise on their tea selection held in their imported German tea wall, which usually holds over 150 blends. If you're looking for a lovely spot to have a tea party, d…
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When does it make sense to spend beyond your immediate means? I think that too many musicians - and arts organizations! - are living in unnecessary austerity. What if instead of doing less, you did MORE? My next free event, an Ask Me Anything session with Ashley Danyew, is coming up on May 9. You can register here, and enjoy an hour with two season…
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10. One Handsome Bastard's Bren Talks about their Gin, Vodka and More!
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Do you have a handsome bastard in your life? Maybe it’s you! Today we interview Bren, master distiller and part owner of One Handsome Bastard, a distillery and restaurant in Old Town Scottsdale! We learn more about Bren’s journey to becoming a master distiller, the restaurants’ story and more! They donate a portion of their proceeds to cancer resea…
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Gabe Bolkosky: a New Philosophy of Practice
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In this fascinating episode, my guest Gabe Bolkosky and I discuss: Childhood development How music education can promote personal growth Creating an online platform for musicians to practice and improve with a nurturing community and personalized guidance Practicing music without self-criticism Parallel growth in music and entrepreneurship Violinis…
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Ask Me Anything! This live zoom event with two musical entrepreneurs took place on April 11, 2024. We discussed websites, getting STARTED, musical income streams, pricing strategies and money mindset. Khara Wolf is at https://www.websitesbykhara.com You can sign up for my NEXT AMA event, with Ashley Danyew! Make sure you SUBSCRIBE to Crushing Class…
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9. The Wine Collective Takes us to Cloud Wine
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If you want to be able to read between the wines, meet the owner of The Wine Collective, Zoya. She owns a wine tasting room in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale where their mission is to represent the unrepresented. They feature all Arizona wine with a collection of over 20 smaller vineyards featured. The Wine Collective has even just launched their…
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Happiest Musician Minisode: What if you don't NEED the money?
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I've had conversations in the past two weeks with no fewer than four people who claim a good reason for undercharging, or avoiding price increases, or even declining to look at the money at all in their creative lives! And I celebrate you if you are in that fortunate position! If you aren't in a space of urgency around money, that's wonderful. But …
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8. Urban Electrica Tours Us Around Old Town with Owner, Tyler Martinez
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Do you want to see all of Old Town Scottsdale in one afternoon? Today we interview Tyler Martinez, owner of Urban Electrica. They not only sell E-Bikes, they also offer tours with Segways, E-Bikes and Golf Carts for a variety of options. All of their tours explore local art, history and offer suggestions from a local tour guide. Their most popular …
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Enrollment is open NOW for my Happiest Musician Accelerator, a three month program that helps musicians to uncap their income and thrive in their creative careers! I'd love to help you to create income and authority for yourself. Ashley Danyew, Ph.D. is a musician, educator, writer, and entrepreneur. She is the Founder and Editor of Musician & Co.,…
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Thanks for sticking with me through this 5 day challenge! Today, we recapped a bit about the three pillars of Time, Money, and Joy that are available for us to adjust all the time, within our portfolio careers. I hope you've been able to take a little bit of agency around these pillars this week! Here’s my question - NOW WHAT? What are you going to…
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I'm sharing my live challenge with you this week! Listen along to snippets of our daily live sessions: Seeking Work Life Balance for the Working Living Musician! Today we talked about JOY. What are the things you love the most to do or experience, and how can you tweak your portfolio to do MORE of the things you love and FEWER of the things you don…
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7. Blues, Desert & Soul Owner Talks Behind the Scenes of Their Lifestyle Brand
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Looking for a shop that transports you to the blues, desert and iconic landscapes...while offering a bright, grounded lifestyle? Today we interview Blues, Desert & Soul owner, Carissa Hewit. Together, Carissa and the artist Brian Bannish, are the heart of Blues, Desert & Soul... Brian’s art focuses on blues & soul artists, deserts, mountains and th…
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I'm sharing my live challenge with you this week! Listen along to snippets of our daily live sessions: Seeking Work Life Balance for the Working Living Musician! Today we talked about TIME. How every YES has a NO in it, how to prioritize YOURSELF, how to take control of your time so you can do what YOU want. If you'd like to join us in the room for…
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I'm sharing my live challenge with you this week! Listen along to snippets of our daily live sessions: Seeking Work Life Balance for the Working Living Musician! Today we talked about the money. How to get clear on the outflows, how to stop playing games with the money - and how to optimize your income portfolio to bring you what you want! If you'd…
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Why it's so HARD - Work Life Balance 1
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I'm sharing my live challenge with you this week! Listen along to snippets of our daily live sessions: Seeking Work Life Balance for the Working Living Musician! Today we talked about how hard it can be for us, as musicians, to make our livings and how we all do a million things both artistic and non-. The OPPORTUNITY I see here is that because we …
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6. Everything You Didn't Know About Berry Berry Best Açaí Bowls and its owner Devon Greene
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After a night of partying, want a late night healthy treat instead of the classic fast food? Welcome back to Only Old Town's Podcast with Brian and James and today we interview Devon, the owner of Berry Berry Best Açaí Bowls. Before we talk to him, we're going to highlight some new businesses and at the end talk about upcoming events this week. For…
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Brendan Slocumb: From musician to best-selling author!
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I'm offering a FREE Five Day Challenge starting March 25. Seeking Work-Life Balance, for the WORKING, LIVING Musician. We'll meet on zoom (or you'll enjoy the replay) every day to look at how you could intentionally rebalance your pillars of MONEY, TIME, and JOY and thrive in your creative career! Register here Today you'll hear my interview with B…
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Happiest Musician Minisode: Hitting the CAP
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I love performing, but when it comes in a surge like it has this week, it reminds me that the cap exists. This is beyond the maximum amount of time I can spend playing in orchestras. But what if I need more money than this? Or need to have a life that works for ME? I'm offering a FREE Five Day Challenge starting March 25. Seeking Work-Life Balance,…
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5. Discussing Food Tours with Taste it Tours owner, Jessica Veniard
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What is a food tour? Welcome back to Only Old Town's Podcast with Brian and James and today we interview the owner of Taste it Tours, Jessica Veniard, where we learn all about food tours and her story. As always, we had to visit some great places this week. First Berry Berry Açaí and Well Seasoned restaurant for some delicious eats. Mon Cheri, a ne…
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4. Discussing the New Businesses and Events for Only Old Town
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Scottsdale was named one of the top 10 happiest places to live. Want to find out why? We have some new businesses and exciting events to tell you all about from your hosts, James and Brian. Some new businesses to highlight are Blues Desert Soul, a lifestyle and art gallery, that just opened up. Also, Caesar's Palace opened up March 2. And, Very Ber…
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