Desert Mountain Podcast

This week we share the microphone with our friends from the Desert Mountain HOA! Two of the countless benefits that make Desert Mountain a great place to live are the Home Onwer's Association's commitment to safety first as well as the collaboration with the Desperados to offer an exceptional outdoor adventure experience. Jim Duffey, Chair of the HOA Safety and Access Committee, and Troy Gillenwat...

Desert Mountain welcomed Sixwire back to the stage at Spring Bash last week. They played about three hours of dance floor favorites with band members of Chicago, Boston, and Kool and the Gang! But before their performance, we sat down with these legendary musicians to learn about their musical backgrounds and how they all came to play together for this special night for Desert Mountain.

It’s been noted as the largest Member-Guest tournament in the country, and this time, the microphones belong to participants-- our Members and their guests. Listen in as some of the event’s  “Top Guns”  stop by the podcast booth to share their experiences.

Why have a podcast *about* Mountain Magic when you can have it *at* Mountain Magic?! Today’s edition of the Desert Mountain Podcast was filmed on location during Saturday’s final round festivities of our annual Member-Guest tournament. We heard from tournament organizers, members, guests, champions , and even the player who hit the tourney’s only ace! Please enjoy the sights, sounds and insights f...

It's been 6 months since the Receiving, Laundry & Recycling Facility (RLRF) first opened at Desert Mountain. So how have our Club operations changed with the new building? Director of Purchasing Andy Nelson and Director of Housekeeping & HorticultureJeremy Bobber walk us through day-to-day operations in the facility and how the RLRF helps the Club save money, water, and energy. Hear so...

The architects working with the Club on the proposal to restore the Cochise Golf Course provided us with an animated look at each hole. On the podcast this week, PGA Director of Golf John Lyberger and Director of Agronomy Todd Bohn take us hole-by-hole, using this animation to show how our restored course will look and feel.

The Club's vision and mission statements areaspirational in nature and are in place to guide strategic planning for the future. Following weeks of Member informational meetings and drop-in “Ask Us” sessions, Board Member Athena Kaviris and Club CFO Andrea Randall reflect on Club communications, the development of the 5-year rolling strategic planand capital plans, and how each adapt based onmarket...

Breaking a real estate record and winning a Club championship, all in one week? It was an epic one for the record books for Member Barry Conser, a Russ Lyon Sotheby’s real estate agent and professional golfer. On this week’s Desert Mountain Podcast, Mr. Conser shares his personal story to learn about the Cochise course restoration project and how his viewpoint was shaped through his experience. He...

On this week’s episode of the Desert Mountain Podcast, PGA Director of Golf John Lyberger, Director of Agronomy Todd Bohn and Golf Committee Chairman Member Chris Storbeck take us through the merits of the Cochise Golf Course Restoration project. They answer some of the questions they hear from Members like availability of the courses during the project timeline, or why this project can’t focus on...

There are some new and exciting changes to the Member website based on your feedback! On the podcast this week, hear about updated navigation toolbar which includes the Boardroom and the Comment Card. Plus, we explain how to use a new site search feature built just for Desert Mountain and go through how to update your contact information for the Member Directory and other Club services. What'...

It's an active and super week to be in Arizona, and no one knows that better than our Members! On the podcast this week, we hear predictions around the Club about who will take home the trophies from both the WM Phoenix Open and the Super Bowl! Who are you rooting for? Plus, hear which Members made their own great shots this week on the Mountain!

The Desert Mountain Podcast expands this week to include our featured guest for Golf Croquet week, and, a bonus feature with insights from this week’s Cochise Golf Course Restoration events. Plus, the elusive albatross makes its way into our Great Shots Around the Mountain segment. We start things off with the world-renown visiting golf croquet pro Cheryl Bromley, who shows us how fun and flexible...

The Desert Mountain Podcast is coast-to-coast this week! While the PGA Show is happening in Orlando, some of the latest and greatest equipment is already here on the Mountain! We start with new JFGPC Pro Shop Manager David Elias. He shares his background in golf equipment sales, and gives us a hands-on look at new club heads from companies like PING, TaylorMade and Callaway. Then, we head to Orlan...

As we shared earlier this week, Desert Mountain Club has been named in the top 10 Platinum Clubs of America! The Club received the designation for 2023-2024 within the Country Club category. What does it take to become a Platinum Club of America? Dennis Burns, Executive Director of Club Leaders Forum, joins us on the podcast this week. He discusses how Club Leaders Forum and Platinum Clubs of Amer...

Pack your bags, Desert Mountain Members! We're taking off to two international destinations in this week's episode of the Desert Mountain Podcast. Jo Ann Taylor of Walking Connection takes us through the Camino de Santiago trip, happening this summer in conjunction with the Outdoor Adventures team. She explains what to expect on this Members-only excursion. Plus, Matthew Kent of Kent World Travel...

What's holding you back from making moves toward your goals? That's the question Personal Trainer Rob Bozada starts with in his training. On this week's podcast, he takes us through his fitness philosophies and how starting with the basics can lead to bigger achievements. You'll also hear how he's integrating golf performance in his fitness training with Members. Plus, he explains his path to Dese...

This week's podcast episode is about celebrating the year that was 2022! Listen in as the podcast team highlights some of the most notable moments that so many were present to experience, and also hear some little known facts that didn’t make the headlines. We look forward to another great year highlighting topics and activities that are important to you! Thank you for an amazing 22 and cheers to...

Consider this your Desert Mountain Club holiday card - all the Mountain merriment signed, sealed and delivered to you on the Desert Mountain Podcast! Listen in as Members and teammates from around the Mountain send their season's greetings to you and your family! Plus, hear some insights from some of the Club's youngest Members!

This week, we're checking in with one of the newest teammates at Desert Mountain Club! Director of Racquet Sports Rich Slivocka joins us. He takes us through his unique journey to the Club and how his ties with the USPTA is beneficial for our Members. Also on the podcast this week is Tennis & Pickleball Professional Andrea Crook. She gives an update on a recent trip to Honduras and how the exp...

The new Desert Mountain Medical Clinic, operated by HonorHealth, is now open! The new facility is considered to be the nation's first comprehensive, full-service health clinic in the private club industry, providing general medical services exclusively to our Club Members and Club teammates and their dependents. On the podcast this week, we hear from Dr. Matthew Anderson of HonorHealth who is rota...

December has arrived, and with that comes Desert Mountain's 24 Days of Holiday Shopping! Director of Retail Mark Thush and Assistant Director of Retail Lauren Everett stop by the podcast this week to show off some of the great gifts with purchase available this month. From a cozy Desert Mountain sherpa throw blanket to the annual Christmas ornament, these gifts are stunning additions to your shopp...

On this Thanksgiving Day, we're not talking turkey. We're serving up a hot, new dinner option for our Members - Angelo's! The fresh concept has been serving up piping hot pies, sensational salads and dessert for a week now. On this week's episode, we're talking with Chiricahua Clubhouse Manager Chris Mirza, Chef de Cuisine Kyle Bielski and Sommelier John O'Farrell. Together, they explain the histo...

Next week we begin our Coffee Talk series where Members will have an opportunity to take a deep dive into the restoration project that is proposed for the Cochise Golf Course. In advance of our first meeting, pull up a chair! We invite you to listen in as our Director of Agronomy Todd Bohn and PGA Director of Golf John Lyberger talk through the rationale of restoring the course.

Freshen up your golf gear at Fall Demo Day! The Member-favorite event is back on Friday, November 11 with deals and discounts on your favorite brands. On the podcast this week, we're joined by Bobby Berry, Director of Business Development at Desert Mountain Club. He elaborates on what goes into making Demo Day so special for our Members. Joining him is Cole Stofflet, one of the many retail represe...

Volunteers from the Member-run nonprofit organization Desert Mountain Foundation are out this week, gathering donations for scholarships and employee hardship assistance. Dr. Michael Urban joins us on the podcast. He explains how the foundation got its start from Member support, and the donations to help Desert Mountain teammates and their family members in the past nine years. You'll learn how yo...