Jaime's Local Love Podcast

d'Vine Gourmet: For the love of AZ makers, wine, and community

In this episode, owner, Denise McCreery, talks about community, candy, and Arizona wine. She opens up about building D’Vine Gourmet in downtown Chandler, a shop that showcases more than 100 Arizona makers. From in-store candy-making to wine jellies and an upcoming Arizona Wine Tasting Experience, Denise shares how collaboration keeps local business thriving.  MORE INFO: https://stores.dvinegourmet.com/

Anime in Arizona: The Renaissance Festival, Phoenix Fan Fusion and more

Anime is huge in Arizona. On this episode, we talk to our Arizona's Family anime expert/3 p.m. producer Jonathan Fisher about the rise in popularity of Dungeons and Dragons, anime camps, and conventions in town. Fisher tells us a personal story about how a local shop called Gamers Guild created an instant community when he was new in town. We'll also tell you what events are coming up this spring and summer and list off Fisher's favorite local anime stores in the Valley.

Rad + Rae Jewelry: Dare to Live Bold

In this episode, we talk to owner and jewelry designer Taylor Rae Archer. She was an early entrepreneur, selling lemonade at five years old, she owned a boutique while attending ASU, and then had her own digital marketing company for a decade before creating her jewelry line. Rad + Rae is now in 250 stores across the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Archer studied metalsmithing at ASU and keeps her pieces around the $30 mark so more people can enjoy them. She also dishes on a major shift in jewelry trends she predicts in 2026. https://radandrae.com/

WM Phoenix Open Preview with Ian Schwartz and Nick King

The WMPO is here! At Arizona's Family, many of us regard it as one of our favorite weeks of the year. Meteorologist/"Mayor of the Open" Ian Schwartz and Arizona's Family Sports' Nick King give us some pro tips to the tournament. Nick break down which golfers to watch, where to watch and what is the best day if you really want to watch the golf. Ian tells us how to beat the crowds at the entrance to the Open, how to get a quick ride out, and where his new favorite new suite is to experience the Phoenix Open. It's news you can use if you're headed to TPC! https://wmphoenixopen.com/ [https://wmphoenixopen.com/]  https://www.azfamily.com/sports/phoenix-open/ [https://www.azfamily.com/sports/phoenix-open/]

AZ Queen Bee: For the love of Bees!

Audra Waddle went from designing pools to re-homing feral bees. Now her business, AZ Queen Bee, has a full line of food products and healing salves, all made from local Arizona honey. She says she loves the community bees create and how they take care of each other. Waddle tells us about the special scent the Queen Bee emits to promote peace and tranquility that's unique to her hive. We also learn about the healing properties of honey and about a lecture series with author/alternative health advocate Barbara O'Neill February 24-28, 2026 and how you can attend. https://azqueenbee.com/