Tag Archives: Sedona AZ

Jablow Interview – Podcast June 12, 2023

Posted on June 26, 2023 by Gary LaMaster

Making City Government Work. Steve Williamson welcomes Scott Jablow, Mayor of Sedona, to discuss the latest issues and developments in one of the world’s most beautiful cities. They begin by talking about problems caused by OHVs (Off Highway Vehicles). The … Continue reading →

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Coyne, Sovich, Williams Interview – Podcast April 24, 2023

Posted on April 26, 2023 by Gary LaMaster

An Art Event That Can Entertain, Teach And Inspire. Steve and Karen welcome visual artists Mike Coyne, Sheena Sovich and Rob Williams to discuss the upcoming Open Studios event in Sedona and the Verde Valley this coming Friday, Saturday and … Continue reading →

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Jablow – Podcast October 17, 2022

Posted on October 18, 2022 by Gary LaMaster

Knowledge And Experience Versus Bluster And Questions. Steve Williamson and Karen McClelland welcome Scott Jablow, Sedona’s vice-mayor and finalist in the city’s mayoral runoff election. Having worked for Sedona in a number of positions, few know the city’s needs as … Continue reading →

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Jablow Interview – Podcast June 20, 2022

Posted on June 20, 2022 by Gary LaMaster

Focusing On Civic Engagement. Steve Williamson and Karen McClelland welcome Scott Jablow, candidate for Mayor of Sedona. Jablow moved to Sedona in 2010 after a 31-year law enforcement career in New York. In 2012, he was elected to the Fire … Continue reading →

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Fultz, Furman, Thompson Interview – Podcast March 7, 2022

Posted on March 7, 2022 by Gary LaMaster

Identifying And Addressing The Issues Facing Sedona. Steve Williamson welcomes three candidates for Sedona City Council: Brian Fultz, Pete Furman, and incumbent John (JT) Thompson. Steve leads the candidates in a wide-ranging discussion that addresses many of the most important … Continue reading →

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Kinsella, Moriarity and Ploog Interview – Podcast January 3, 2022

Posted on January 3, 2022 by Gary LaMaster

Sedona 2021: A Year Of Accomplishment. Steve Williamson welcomes Mayor Sandy Moriarty and City Council Members, Kathy Kinsella and Holli Ploog, to discuss the changes that took place last year, and what Sedona residents might look forward to in the … Continue reading →

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Segner Interview – Podcast November 1, 2021

Posted on November 1, 2021 by Gary LaMaster

The Danger Of Online Gossip. Steve Williamson welcomes back Democratic Perspective sponsor and contributor, Steve Segner, to discuss the impact of social media in Sedona. One of the most controversial is Nextdoor which ironically bills itself as “an app to … Continue reading →

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Martinez, Williamson interview – Podcast September 13, 2021

Posted on September 13, 2021 by Gary LaMaster

Workers Priced Out Of Sedona. Steve Williamson welcomes Linda Martinez and City Council member Jessica Williamson to discuss a long-standing problem for Sedona – affordable housing. According to Williamson, affordable housing is defined by income based on a household spending … Continue reading →

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Kinsella, Ploog, Segner Interview – Podcast November 30, 2020

Posted on November 30, 2020 by Gary LaMaster

Planning Sedona’s Future. The Democratic Perspective co-hosts welcome new Sedona City Council members, Holli Ploog and Kathy Kinsella, along with Steve Segner, owner of El Portal and chair of the Sedona Lodging Council. Navigating through the problems of conducting remote … Continue reading →

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McClelland, Deardon Interview – Podcast May 27, 2019

Posted on May 28, 2019 by Gary LaMaster

Providing Quality Education In A Challenging Environment. Democratic Perspective welcomes Karen McClelland, the longest-serving member of the Sedona-Oak Creek Unified School Board, and Dennis Deardon, the school district’s new superintendent. Along with co-hosts Mike Cosentino and Steve Williamson, they discuss … Continue reading →

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