Desert Mountain Podcast

There's nothing like playing a tournament on the Mountain! Members Karen Anne Platt and Chris Storbeck join Director of Golf John Lyberger on this week's episode. They discuss the recent Member-Guest tournaments at Desert Mountain Club, and other hosted golf events that showcase just how much our Members care about the Community. Plus, hear about some of the Great Shots this week, including half a...

Director of Membership Sales, Nicole Forbes, explains the current state of affairs with Membership here at Desert Mountain Club. She answers some Frequently Asked Questions including what Membership choices are available, and what being on the waitlist means.

This week, we sit down with Desert Mountain Master Association Executive Director Terra Waldron and Board President Kevin Frawley to discuss living on the Mountain. Together, they discuss the roads that led them to life at Desert Mountain, as well as key objectives for 2022, including safety measures and re-evaluating design review. While their paths to the Mountain may be different, their goal fo...

Twice a year, the C/G Range is filled with dozens of our Members' favorite golf gear vendors. This day does not come together without the help of an expansive team here at Desert Mountain. We sat down with Director of Golf John Lyberger in his office, which served as a temporary home for golf bags ready to go to their forever homes with our Members. Mark Thush, Director of Retail took a few minute...

Wine enthusiasts on the Mountain know there are so many knowledgeable people to ask for a good recommendation. This week, we're talking with two of our experts: Sommelier John O'Farrell and Wine Store Supervisor Robin Peacock. Together, they explain more about the ever-developing wine program at Desert Mountain, and how you can bring the vino from your Desert Mountain dining experience into your o...

Our Director of Agronomy, Todd Bohn, returns to the podcast to provide an update on all things turf related. Todd gives us the dirt on what it takes to make the Mountain the lush and vibrant playground we know and love. He gives us some key facts on what you will and won't see while out on the fairway, and some behind-the-scenes knowledge on how his Midwest background is coming in handy here in Ar...

This week's podcast found us pool-side with our Director of Athletics & Sonoran, Arnaldo Cocuzza. He tells us about his journey to Desert Mountain, as well as things you'll see around the Sonoran Clubhouse, like new water stations and a lending library, to help you improve not only your workout, but your well-being. You might even hear about a few of Mr. Cocuzza's favorite activities that keep...

This week's podcast welcomes Kathy Kory, Board Secretary and Francine Keller, Director of Administration. They discuss several very important topics including strategic initiatives for Desert Mountain, the upcoming Board election starting next week and the recruiting season for new Committee Members.

Happy Hours have returned to the Mountain! Hear from our Director of Operations, Gregg Leonard on the variety of Happy Hour experiences throughout the week, as well as new operational dining enhancements made to create more dining opportunities for your family to enjoy on the Mountain. Please note – A significant water line break this morning will require us to close Chiricahua Grill beginning tod...

In anticipation of CARE's 25th Anniversary Denim & Diamonds event, The DM Podcast headed to the home of CARE Board Chair, Jill Porcellato. The Mayo Clinic's own, Danielle Trzyna, also joined the conversation. This was a very special and informative podcast, highlighting the history of CARE, this year's fundraising event, and info on how members can volunteer and donate to this incredible cause. 

Giddy-up! From the tables to the stables, kick up your boots and stay awhile for a fireside chat with our resident cowgirl, Vicki Dryer. Vicki takes us through her personal journey and details how horse therapy and equine-related activities have made a difference in her life and the lives of others on the Mountain.

For our most mouthwatering podcast yet, our highly decorated and beloved Director of Culinary, Bertrand Bouquin, joins us as we introduce our latest menu offerings on the Mountain. Listen as Chef guides us around the menus, showcasing some of our new and exciting dishes while staying true to some of your favorite classics.

In this week’s Desert Mountain podcast, we hear from our CFO, Andrea Randall, who shares an overview of our Club finances, plans to secure our future and reinvestments in the Club that are under way to enhance the Member experience.

Our Director of Membership Sales, Nicole Forbes, joins us to talk about the recent membership boom and what that means for prospective members moving forward.

The Podcast Show has hit the road again and with a guest co-host! In today’s episode, Michael Craven and John Lyberger sit down with Riley Hayfield, Assistant Head Golf Professional, to talk about the inside tips and tricks to the ForeTees system and booking tee times.

The Podcast Show has taken to the outdoors and this week we’ve hiked up the Mountain to meet with our new Director of Outdoor Adventures, Theresa Beall. Theresa and her team have teed up a plethora of NEW outdoor experiences that she is excited to share with our members. Please, listen until the end to hear who’s making those great shots ‘round the Mountain this past week.

A brand new episode of the Desert Mountain Podcast is here! This week, Todd Bohn, Directory of Agronomy, joins us for our first ever outdoor edition. What lies beneath the surface of Desert Mountain’s golf courses? Tune in to learn about Todd's experience and background and get all the insights into Desert Mountain's grassing plan.

Happy New Year Desert Mountain! Our Director of Fitness & Wellness, Jim Franklin, joins us to discuss the best way to start 2022 off on the right foot, and even fills us in on an exciting new addition to the Sonoran Clubhouse.

A brand new episode of the Desert Mountain Podcast is here and this week, we are joined by not one guest or even two guests, but more than 20 guests, all sharing a special holiday message to loved ones, teammates and to our Members.

A brand new episode of the Desert Mountain Podcast is here and this week, Haven Lewis, our Lifestyle Activities Manager joins us in the studio. We learn about Haven's background, the growth of Bocce Ball, this week’s championships, and her passion for bringing family fun to the Mountain and activities our Members love. It doesn't get more FUN than this!

A brand new episode of the Desert Mountain Podcast is here and this week our Director of Golf Instruction, Paxton O'Connor, joins us in the studio! We are diving deeper into the game of golf, upcoming events and experiences available to our Members, Paxton's favorite "pro-tip" that you can utilize on the course AND we learn what Tiger Woods favorite quote is - truly a can't miss episode!

A brand new episode of the Desert Mountain Podcast is here and this week our Director of Talent and Culture, Wes Pudwill, joins us in the Podcast Studio. Our team is focused on bringing in top talent in all departments and all roles, but just how do we do that?

Mark Thush stops by to give us all the juicy details on Black Friday deals members can expect to see around the Mountain. 

Time to relax! with Director of Spa, Keri Printy. In today's episode, we are learning about different treatments and services available currently at The Spa and we may give a little insight into what is to come!

PGA Director of Golf, John Lyberger, co-hosts this week's episode! Hosts, Patrick McKenzie and John Lyberger, are joined in the Podcast Studio with Desert Mountain's Handicap Committee Chair, Greg Caster and Tournament Director, Sean Ferris, to dive deeper into our new tournament handicap software, Cap Patrol. Learn about how it will enhance and upgrade how we monitor tournament handicaps.