Tempe! the podcast

Even if you don’t have a student in your family, new graduates are a reason to celebrate. They become vital new members of our workforce. Hear heartwarming graduation stories from Penny Walker of ASU News. Maria Laughner of Tempe Economic Development talks about the value of new graduates to our economy and two of our City of Tempe staffers are taking an accelerated master’s program. Hear how Nikki Ripley and Alex Chin balance school, work and family. We’re also going to chow down on some traditional college food – Chuckbox burgers. This joint is the longest-standing business in downtown Tempe. Listen to win gift certificates for your own burgers and ASU swag. Visit tempe.gov/TempeThisWeek.

Eating delicious food and wearing beautiful clothes can help our planet. It's podcast time! Hear ideas that will make both you and the planet happy. Green New American Restaurant chef/owner Damon Brasch, FABRIC co-founder Angela Johnson, Jessica Jupitus from Tempe Public Library, Madeline Mercer from Sustainability and Brenda Clark from Neighborhoods round out our guest list.

April 19 episode: Featuring Councilmember Arlene Chin with her dog Finn, Lost Our Home Pet Rescue, Bubba Bites dog treats and Mango Rabbit

Councilmember Arlene Chin brings her dog, Finn, to the podcast for some locally-made treats. Bubba Bites are Finn-approved, delicious dog treats, produced by people with special needs. Hear about Lost Our Home Pet Rescue's work to help people keep their pets even when times are tight and find out how you can help. We also try out some Mango Rabbit boba tea. 

Guests include:
Councilmember Arlene Chin and her pup Finn
Lost Our Home Pet Rescue Founder and executive director Jodi Polanski
Tanya Chavez, City of Tempe Mayor and Council Chief of Staff

Hosts: Roy Tatem and Kris Baxter-Ging

How many people can fit in a donut boat? Are there beavers at Tempe Town Lake? Get the answers to these questions during this episode of Tempe This Week: the podcast. We're on location at Tempe Town Lake! 

Hear about boating and recreation on Town Lake, Pat's Run and more. We'll also talk about how Kettle Heroes Popcorn and the Pat Tillman Foundation are connected while we try a variety of flavors. 

Guests include:
Councilmember Doreen Garlid
Maria Laughner, Tempe Economic Development
Emily Burkett, Tempe Parks and Recreation Boating
Savannah Harrelson, Tempe Communication and Marketing
Boat Rentals of America

Your hosts: Roy Tatem and Kris Baxter-Ging, City of Tempe

Across the nation and including Tempe, people honor Dolores Huerta Day to remember the accomplishments of the civil rights leader in helping farm workers make a livable wage and healthy working conditions. We talk with Human Relations Commission Chair Dr. Hugo Tapia, who was a migrant farm worker as a child, Judith Aram, owner of Tempe-based Midge Chocolate, who also has ties to Dolores Huerta, Dr. Velicia Humes, Tempe Chief Diversity Officer and discuss climate justice with Brianne Fisher, Tempe Office of Sustainability.

Nearly 400 booths, 50 musicians, a couple dozen food vendors and a giant sunflower mural painted live - all in one place during one weekend! It's the Spring Tempe Festival of the Arts! 

Twice a year, the Tempe Festival of the Arts covers Mill Avenue with inspiration and art. Guests are all taking part in the festival, including DJ Justin Stewart, artist Kyllan Maney and festival organizers Kate Borders and Kim DeMeritt. Food vendor Salted Knot Pretzels brings a yummy twist to the episode.  Enter to win some pretzels at tempe.gov/TempeThisWeek

March 24: South Tempe Vibes 
Guests: Vice Mayor Jennifer Adams shares her love of south Tempe and what makes it special. Spaghetti Shack owner Joey Palomarez gives the why not? behind his famous spaghetti tacos. Water Resources Manager Craig Caggiano shares information about the water flowing through Tempe Town Lake and the Salt River. 

Join the crew this week as they visit not only the most Irish place in Tempe but also the most haunted.  Come down to Casey Moore's Oyster House for the best oysters in town!