Lacy Chaffee, Mesa Public School Board Candidate, joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing her qualifications and goals for education in Mesa. Learn more about Lacy Chaffee and her campaign at: https://www.lacyformesaschools.com/ The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Com…

Janeen Connolly, Arizona House of Representatives Legislative District 8 Candidate, joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing her qualifications as a first-time candidate and the issues she will focus on. Learn more about Janeen Connolly and her campaign at: https://www.azjaneen.com/ The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Busin…

Neal Carter, Arizona House of Representatives Legislative District 15 Candidate, joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing his top priorities and stances on important topics such as transportation, taxes, and water. Learn more about Neal Carter and his campaign at: https://nealcarterarizona.com/ The Mesa Chamber of Commerce …

We're heading to Mexico this week because we're talking the oft maligned horror film The Ruins!!! Joining us on this vacation is writer and critic Eric Langberg!!! We discuss torture porn and its relationship with the war on terror, a very hot cast, and some amazing practical gore effects and much more in this one!!! Check out our Patreon for exclu…

This week is all about the fans, especially the number one fan! Friend of the pod Elle Evola is here to talk about Stephen King because we're covering Misery! We get into that Oscar winning Kathy Bates performance, addiction, and facing your demons, along with the toxic fandom of it all and equally important topics such as wondering if Spam belongs…

We're in domestic thriller territory this week! We watched 90's classic The Hand That Rocks the Cradle! Along with us on this trip back in time to talk rich people problems is filmmaker, screenwriter, and cohost of the Midnight Mass podcast Michael Varrati!!! We discuss sinister boobage, the process of creating a new identity, and so much Checkhov!…

In September 2024, the Technology Committee met to discuss the upcoming East Valley Technology Expo, updates in the industry, and updates from members. The 2024 East Valley Technology Expo is on Thursday, November 7, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The Tech Committee invites you join us for a one of a kind opportunity to engage with technology businesses …

In this audio excerpt of the September 2024 Retail Committee meeting, Sgt. Leo Davila and Sgt. Amy Sailors from the Mesa Police Department's Crime unit discuss retail theft. Topics discussed include: Addressing Homelessness and Police Involvement, Enhancing Business Security and Reducing Burglaries, Real-Time Crime Center and Surveillance Cameras, …

Make sure you've written a letter to Daddy, because we watched What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? this week! Joining us is returning guest and friend of the pod Lacy Abt! We discuss the behind the scenes drama, wheelchair spinning, feuds, and are certain Baby Jane would *kill* it on TikTok! Check out our Patreon for *exclusive* episodes every week th…

We went through the treeeees this week! We're talking Jennifer's Body with the extra salty Rocco T. Thompson, critic and co-host of The Lady Killers podcast! We dig in to the iconic dialogue, back door virginity, sea cucumbers, and most importantly, the correct pronunciation of Kyle Gallner! You'll be lime green Jell-O if you miss this one, so don'…

Pam Eisenberg, Senior Manager at Alzheimer's Association, joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing Alzheimer's Association's history, the walk to end Alzheimer's, and how you can volunteer. Learn more about the 2024 Walk to End Alzheimer's at alz.org/walk. The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production…

We traveled back in time, thrice! We watched Netflix's Fear Street Trilogy! We talk a creative release strategy, gateway horror, and one of the best kills of the 2020s! We're here for the queer representation and likable characters, but we definitely have some notes! Check out our Patreon for *exclusive* episodes every week that you won't find here…

Dinner parties can be murder as we learned this week because we're talking Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None! Joining us for this weekend getaway is returning guest Rachel Reeves from the Halloweenies and The Losers' Club podcasts! We discuss classism, English country life, and sinister nursery rhymes in this one! Check out our Patreon for…

We're back in musical territory this week in a catch up episode that was meant to release during Pride month, but life amirite? We're talking Joel Schumacher's big screen adaptation of The Phantom of the Opera with returning guest and friend of the pod Caroline Boisvert-Storey! We discuss problematic age gap relationships, matching each other's fre…

We traveled Down Under this week to talk about the second best thing to ever come out of Australia (after Nicole Kidman, of course), The Loved Ones! Joining us as our date to the worst dance in horror history is returning guest Jenn Adams, on loan from The Lady Killers, The Losers' Club, and The Girls on The Boys podcasts! We discuss being pretty e…

We ventured into the Catacombs this week and watched a curious entry in the found footage genre - As Above, So Below. Joining us is returning guest Rachel Reeves to help us work our way through the labyrinth of what goes down! We get into the horror of Turkish prisons, guerilla archaeology, and the rules of a descent into Hell, so brush up on your …

Turn off your AC and strap in because we're talking another Tracy Letts adaptation this week - August: Osage County! We roped in returning guest Mike Dodaro to help us break down this sweaty pitch black comedy! We discuss breaking the cycle, family dynamics, and generational trauma, along with lighter topics such as marriage, parenting, and incest!…

In this audio excerpt of the August 2024 Retail Committee meeting, Jake Simon with American Forests & Stephen and Addison with City of Mesa discuss how investing in urban forestry can enhance your business. Learn about the economic, environmental, and social benefits that trees bring to commercial areas, the top 5 species to plant and get practical…

We sat down with returning guest Sean Travers to discuss one of the most iconic anime films of all time, Perfect Blue! We talk stalkers, bathtub screaming, and the early internet; along with more serious conversation about misogyny, ownership, and sexual assault scenes in film. Join us in this fantasy world where pop idols can only afford a studio …

It's here, maybe the single most important film we've ever covered on the pod yet! We're talking Cruel Intentions with returning guest, actor and screenwriter Joshua Tonks! We discuss sexual awakenings, God Tier line deliveries, and the patriarchy being the real problem! So practice with your friends - try putting it anywhere, practice makes perfec…

We discussed the most horrifying thing to people of a certain age this week - overhead lighting - with returning guest Jaylan Salah because we're covering A Streetcar Named Desire! We talked about a woman deteriorating, Marlon Brando being the hottest man to ever exist, and toxic relationships in this one! TW: Domestic violence, SA Head over to our…

Eric Emmert, Senior Vice President at Dorn Policy Group, Inc., joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing advocacy for businesses at the state level and the legislative session. Learn more about Dorn Policy Group, Inc. at: https://dornpolicygroup.com/ The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the…

We're headed to Florida this week and talking about the iconic erotic thriller Wild Things! The third member of the threesome this week is filmmaker, podcaster, and returning guest Chris Moore! Together, we get sweaty as we discuss adults playing teenagers, nudity clauses, plot twists, incest, fluffing, and more! Check out our Patreon at patreon.co…

Like slasher villains, we always come back! We're talking about the oft maligned I Still Know What You Did Last Summer this week with returning guest Alex Gratzer! We talk about Jack Black in dreads, geography, tanning bed horror, and the silliest twist in cinema history. Get it? Ben's son? Check out our Patreon for exclusive weekly episodes you wo…

In this audio excerpt from the July 2024 Retail Meeting, Kyle Schejbal of Group Management Services discusses how businesses can save time and money with a professional employer organization (PEO) and benefits administrator. Learn more about the Future of Retail Mesa Committee: https://www.mesachamber.org/future-of-retail-mesa-f-o-r-m-committee/ Le…

Councilmember Julie Spilsbury, representing District 2, joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing her accomplishments during her first term and biggest priorities if re-elected. Learn more about Julie Spilsbury and her campaign at: https://spilsburyformesa.com/ The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a produc…

Scott Smith, Former Mayor of Mesa, joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing his vision for the future of Mesa as he runs for Mesa Mayor again. Learn more about Scott Smith and his campaign at: https://smithformesa.com/ The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Each…

Dr. Kristen Bishop, Founder & Medical Director at Keystone Natural Family Medicine, joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing naturopathic medicine, direct primary care, and membership at Keystone Medicine. Learn more about Keystone Natural Family Medicine at: https://keystonemedicine.com/mesa-office/ The Mesa Chamber of Com…

Celina Salinas, Director of Strategic Enrollment at Mesa Community College and Mesa College Promise Administrator, joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing what the promise is and how to get involved. Learn more about the Mesa College Promise at: https://www.mesacc.edu/mesa-promise The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Busine…

There are few things movie gays love more than talking about Amy Adams Oscar noms, so this week we're talking about her very first (and best) - Junebug! We're joined by returning guest and critic Sara Michelle Fetters! We get into the depictions of small town America, media literacy, and the logistics of biting your toenails! But wait, there's more…

Maricopa County Supervisor Thomas Galvin joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing the financial budget, economic development, and his campaign. Learn more about County Supervisor Thomas Galvin and his campaign at: https://www.galvinaz.com/ The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Cham…

We talked about the best comedy ever made this week! We are talking all things Clue with returning guest and friend of the pod Jonathan Durgan! We get into the clever wordplay, the physical comedy, and actors at the top of their game, among other things like boobs bouncing boobily! Does Mrs. White have the best mini monologue ever put to film? We t…

Jay Larscheid, General Manager at Apache Wells Golf Club, joins Mesa Chamber President & CEO Sally Harrison in discussing the Apache Wells golf course and the fun events hosted there throughout the year. Learn more about Apache Wells Golf Club at: https://www.apachewellscountryclub.com/ The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a prod…

Rich Adams, Councilmember District 1 Candidate for the City of Mesa, joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing his top priorities and stances on important topics such as private property rights, renewable energy, and more. Learn more about Rich Adams and his campaign at: https://richadams4mesa.com/ The Mesa Chamber of Commer…

Mary Kominska, Owner of Best and Beautiful You, joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing Best and Beautiful You and the TEA (Thoughts, Emotions, Actions) course. Learn more about Best and Beautiful You at: https://bestandbeautifulyou.com/ The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamb…

This week we're talking a whole lot about codependency! We watched Midsommar! We're joined by returning guest and friend of the pod Lacy Abt for this journey to Sweden where we discuss incest powers, tripping, and the greatest sex scene in cinema! Check out our Patreon for exclusive weekly episodes you won't find here on the main feed! Patreon.com/…

It's double feature day on the pod! We're talking Dario Argento's 1977 classic Suspiria as well as the Luca Guadagnino reimagining from 2018! Joining us for this daunting task is horror lover Alex Pagliuca, and we discuss dance academies with troublingly high turnover rates, dream logic, and of course, evil witches. We also get into that iconic Gob…

Today we're talking about the film that without which we would not have gotten Mamma Mia - Muriel's Wedding! We're joined by returning guest Brent Waggoner to discuss this delightful Aussie gem! We get into the nineties, ABBA, and queer reads everywhere! Don't forget to finish your orgasm, and settle in for this secretly gay love story! Check out o…

Kelley Keffer, Project Manager at the City of Mesa Office of Economic Development, joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing the new Mesa Business Builder space at The Studios, an extension of the Mesa Business Builder Small Business Assistance Program, to connect small businesses in the community. Learn more about Mesa Busi…

Steve Hill, Mesa Market Manager at FiberFirst, joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing how fiber-optic data connection works, its advantages, and the difference it makes in the community. Learn more about FiberFirst at: https://fiberfirst.com/arizona/ The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of …

We're in our happy place this week - 90's Slashers! We sat down with returning guest Jenn Adams, writer and podcaster over on The Loser's Club, Girls on the Boys, and The Lady Killers podcasts, to talk about the cinematic masterpiece that is Urban Legend!!! We discuss how we let Tara Reid down, how the killer in the backseat is the Patriarchy, and …

Jeff Bayer, Community Relations Coordinator at Copa Health, and Tawnya Christensen, Assisted Living Director at Fellowship Square Mesa, join Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing the 31 Days of Healing Campaign and mental health initiative. Learn more about Copa Health at: https://copahealth.org/ Learn more about Fellowship Sq…

If this week's pick seems unusual for the time of year, blame Shawn's birthday! We watched the 1982 John Carpenter classic The Thing, and got some help from returning guest Rohun Oberoi! We discussed the practical effects, ambiguity in the story, Skinwalker comps, and some very manly men that may or may not have explored each other's bodies. Check …

This week we are back in musical territory because we watched the pseudo-sequel to Rocky Horror - Shock Treatment! Joining us in the studio is returning guest Joshua Conkel, tv writer for Netflix's Dead Boy Detectives and podcaster over on the Bloodhaus pod! We discuss the rocky (sorry) road from inception to screen, the incomprehensible story, and…

We're talking about Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks AGAIN this week - we watched Joe Versus the Volcano! Joining us for this adventure is Gena Radcliffe, cohost of the Kill By Kill podcast! We discuss multiple Meg Ryans, brain clouds, and the value of luggage; along with roaring sharks, HIPPA violations, and lying to Spielberg! So grab your favorite orange …

Nate McLaughlin, General Manager of Mesa Country Club, with Board Member Brian Reed and Golf Course Designer Andy Staples, join Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing the historic renovations and changes coming to the golf club this year. Learn more about Mesa Country Club at: https://mesacountryclub.com The Mesa Chamber of Com…

We're talking found footage this week and discussing The Tunnel with special guest Mary Beth McAndrews, EIC at Dread Central, co-host of the Scarred for Life podcast, and director of the upcoming rape-revenge horror film Bystanders! We get into what makes a found footage film work, the guerilla production and distribution, and gender in the found f…

We are honoring a listener request this week and going back to 2009, when fights were breaking out over who was #teamedward or #teamjacob, we're talking about The Twilight Saga: New Moon with Ian and Adina from Cover to Credits! We discuss how this series is really just a metaphor for edging, Ed Boi visions, and how we all know where we were when T…

To wrap up our month of crime films, we are talking about one of the most highly regarded films in the genre - Heat! Does this three hour epic tale of Cops & Robbers live up to the hype? We discuss the phenomenal ensemble cast, some of Pacino's acting choices, and the richly textured world of the film. We also get into things like what would happen…

We talked Jessica Chastain, unnecessary subplots, and Sorkin dialogue this week - that's right, we watched Molly's Game! We called in a favor from our debt sheet and got David Arnold, host of the Are You My Mother podcast and cohost of the Gimmicks podcast, to come chat with us! We get into everything from Ponzi schemes and terrible psychology to t…