From Ballparks to Pickleball

Desert Runways & Rat Pack Estates

In this episode of The EventTalk Podcast, Delaney Henry shares how growing up in the radio world alongside her father shaped her storytelling instincts and love for live experiences. She takes us behind the scenes of unforgettable desert activations—from aviation-inspired experiences featuring a plane in the desert for Ironman to exclusive, high-end house tours of Frank Sinatra’s and Elvis Presley’s iconic Palm Springs homes. It’s a look at how creativity, history, and bold ideas come together to produce truly memorable events.

From Ballparks to Pickleball

In this episode of The EventTalk Podcast, Jose Moreno shares how a conversation with Gerry McGuire inspired him to play college baseball and ultimately build a career across professional sports—from the NBA to GCU, the Fiesta Bowl, and now Pickleball. He gives a behind-the-scenes look at how the Fiesta Bowl kept players and coaches engaged during COVID, including showcasing Arizona through unique experiences—one hike even featuring an unexpected rattlesnake encounter. Jose also talks about how sports experiences continue to evolve and what excites him most about the future of fan engagement.

When Magic Leads You to Events

In this episode, we sit down with Stacey to explore how growing up in the world of magic sparked a lifelong passion for creativity and turned her into a true serial entrepreneur. From launching and running a unique event space in North Scottsdale to producing one of the largest multi-day, on-stage productions in the state, Stacey shares what it takes to bring big visions to life. As the Executive Director of Miss Arizona and Miss Arizona Teen, she gives us a behind-the-scenes look at leading large-scale events, empowering young women, and balancing entrepreneurship with high-impact production.

The Monopoly Plan That Left Dave Shook

In this episode, Dave and Rachel sit down with Cecilia, founder of Miss 7x7 in San Francisco, to talk about their shared beginnings in event planning at Arizona Athletics and how those early experiences shaped their careers. Cecilia shares her journey from Executive Assistant to Director of Supply Chain—and why she ultimately knew she needed something more creative, leading her to launch Miss 7x7. From immersive client experiences like It’s a Bug’s Life and Monopoly-themed events to designing unforgettable moments for C-suite executives, this conversation is full of inspiration, career pivots, and fun behind-the-scenes stories.

Through the Lens

In this episode of tThe EventTalk Podcast, Tyler Garlej gives us a behind-the-lens look at the world of event photography—sharing what really happens when the lights, the chaos, and the unexpected moments collide. From capturing the magic of live events to navigating surprises no photographer could plan for, Tyler dives into stories that are equal parts insightful and hilarious—including one unforgettable moment where the best shot was the one nobody wanted to remember… or have photographed at all.