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This week we interview Kelsea & Vox, who founded Sad Girls Club, an organization of female songwriters that focuses on the importance of community and sharing opportunities. Both founders met while performing at an open mic night and were inspired to create a group dedicated to women songwriters and performers. Every third Saturday of the month, Sad Girls Club will host a performance that features...

Are you looking to collect some beautiful art? Today, we interview Andrea de Kerpely-Zak, a talented painter born in Hungary. Andrea has been painting since she was a child and has taken the time to study and perfect her skill. Her work has been described as healing and has had her work in Arizona for over 35 years.   Find all tours, events and businesses in Scottsdale on our website: Only Old Tow...

Let's get this par-TEA started! This week we welcome Marion Houghton, manager of TeaTime in Old Town Scottsdale, who's here to celebrate their 15 year anniversary! Marion offers her expertise on their tea selection held in their imported German tea wall, which usually holds over 150 blends. If you're looking for a lovely spot to have a tea party, drink a warm cup of tea or join them for an event,...

Do you have a handsome bastard in your life? Maybe it's you! Today we interview Bren, master distiller and part owner of One Handsome Bastard, a distillery and restaurant in Old Town Scottsdale! We learn more about Bren's journey to becoming a master distiller, the restaurants' story and more! They donate a portion of their proceeds to cancer research so you know your money is going to a bigger ca...

If you want to be able to read between the wines, meet the owner of The Wine Collective, Zoya. She owns a wine tasting room in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale where their mission is to represent the unrepresented. They feature all Arizona wine with a collection of over 20 smaller vineyards featured. The Wine Collective has even just launched their own label. They also offer sensory tastings, a wi...

Do you want to see all of Old Town Scottsdale in one afternoon? Today we interview Tyler Martinez, owner of Urban Electrica. They not only sell E-Bikes, they also offer tours with Segways, E-Bikes and Golf Carts for a variety of options.  All of their tours explore local art, history and offer suggestions from a local tour guide. Their most popular tour, the E-Bike tour, takes you all through Old...

Looking for a shop that transports you to the blues, desert and iconic landscapes...while offering a bright, grounded lifestyle? Today we interview Blues, Desert & Soul owner, Carissa Hewit. Together, Carissa and the artist Brian Bannish, are the heart of Blues, Desert & Soul... Brian's art focuses on blues & soul artists, deserts, mountains and the whimsical sites of Route 66. Check out their sho...

After a night of partying, want a late night healthy treat instead of the classic fast food? Welcome back to Only Old Town's Podcast with Brian and James and today we interview Devon, the owner of Berry Berry Best Açaí Bowls . Before we talk to him, we're going to highlight some new businesses and at the end talk about upcoming events this week. For our new businesses, a new apartment complex just...

What is a food tour? Welcome back to Only Old Town 's Podcast with Brian and James and today we interview the owner of Taste it Tours , Jessica Veniard, where we learn all about food tours and her story. As always, we had to visit some great places this week. First  Berry Berry Açaí and Well Seasoned restaurant for some delicious eats. Mon Cheri, a new restaurant for bachelorette parties, just ope...

Scottsdale was named one of the top 10 happiest places to live. Want to find out why? We have some new businesses and exciting events to tell you all about from your hosts, James and Brian.  Some new businesses to highlight are Blues Desert Soul, a lifestyle and art gallery, that just opened up. Also, Caesar's Palace opened up March 2. And, Very Berry Best Acai Bowls, highly rated on yelp, that ju...

Have you ever considered what it would feel like to be a true cowboy? We are talking today with guest, Dave Alford, who has lived in Scottsdale his whole life and is the longtime boss of the Parada Rodeo and currently owner of Scottsdale's Rodeo Museum . We also discuss giving back to the community, bull riding and some interesting rodeo history.  Experiencing the rodeo while in Arizona is crucial...

Brian & James sit down with Phillip Payne, artist and owner of Anticus Fine Art, Books, Jewlery and Events Venue. Follow us for more Old Town News:  https://onlyoldtown.com Check out Anticus Fine Art:  https://www.anticus.com/ Upcoming Events The TEN Tenors — Greatest Hits Live! (Saturday, 8PM)  https://scottsdaleperformingarts.org/event/the-ten-tenors-greatest-hits-live/ Turquoise Candy Hat Bar-g...

Lets talk Old Town Scottsdale. Brian and James give a brief description of the only old town network and how to have your best time in Old Town Scottsdale.

Hello! Welcome to the Only Old Town Podcast. We know all the fun and exciting things that are going on in Old Town Scottsdale. Do you want to know? Well, get ready for the Only Old Town podcast! I'm Brian. And I'm James.   We'll be your guides for this exciting adventure through the streets of Old Town Scottsdale. Between the 2 of us, we've been exploring these parts for many years and have seen s...