Sedona's Backstage Pass

For today’s 50th episode of Sedona’s Backstage Pass, Shondra Jepperson welcomes two of the community's most dedicated hearts. First, she sits down for a "Part Two" conversation with Debbie Johnson, owner of Cleaner Quicker Car Wash, for a raw and inspiring look at the reality of balancing a high-level business with the complexities of real life. Then, we get to know the man behind the camera as ac...

Shondra Jepperson

In this episode, Shondra sits down with Debbie Johnson, as she shares the disaplines and challenges of running her high-energy business - Cleaner Quicker Car Wash and balancing a fulfilling and busy personal life. Shondra then shifts the tempo into pure artistry, welcoming award-winning musician Michael Kollwitz, who shares his behind-the-scenes stories and showcases the mesmerizing sounds of his...

From the museum archives to the silver screen! Shondra first sits down with Nate Meyers, Executive Director of the Sedona Heritage Museum to talk about the art of archiving and preserving our history in museums. Second up is actress Theresa Hawkins who shares stories of her professional experience in New York City and bringing her character in High School Detention: The Musical to life.

Get ready for an upbeat hour of flavor and folk! This week, Shondra is bringing you the absolute best of Sedona’s creative scene. First up, the culinary queen herself, Chef Lisa Dahl, joins us to dish on her latest victory at the Devour Culinary Classic. Fresh off her award-winning run, Lisa shares the inspiration behind her world-class flavors and what it’s like to represent Sedona on the big sta...

Get ready for a show full of grit, rhythm, and plenty of heart! First, Shondra welcomes Luke Sefton, owner of Sefton Engineering, for a powerful look back at his unforgettable stories serving in Desert Storm. Then, the energy stays high as Shondra sits with Makenna Drake, co-founder of the Reciprocity Music booking agency! Between her expertise in the music scene and her leadership role at the Sed...

Join Shondra for a powerhouse episode where the boardroom meets the green room! First, she welcomes Debbie Johnson, the force behind Cleaner Quicker Car Wash, for a candid look at the grit required to run a thriving local business when "life happens." Debbie shares her wisdom on resilience and keeping the wheels turning even when the unexpected strikes. Then, Shondra shifts gears to the stage with...

Today Shondra leads us"backstage" with the heavy hitters of Sedona hospitality! First, the legendary Chef Lisa Dahl joins us to share the heart behind her 30-year culinary empire and her inspiring new mission with the Lisa Dahl Foundation. Then, we talk to the ultimate event-architects, Kyrsta and Phil Gornik, owners of Verve Events & Tents. From fine dining to the "warehouse of wonders" that buil...

What happens when you put an engineer and a soul artist in the same room? Find out when Shondra interviews to visionary masters. Whether Luke Sefton is navigating complex land surveys or Wendy Smith (aka Sage O’Brien) is mapping the energy of a human soul, both are experts at seeing what others might miss. Shondra dives into the "architecture of the soul" and how these two build in the community a...

Get ready for a high-energy show as Shondra dives into the soulful sounds of Sedona with the incredibly talented singer-songwriter Jerry McFarland! Jerry joins Shondra to share the stories behind his lyrics and give us a backstage pass to his upcoming performance in her In the Living Room Music Series at Mary Fisher Theatre. The fun continues as she rolls out the red carpet for the return of our f...

This week on Sedona’s Backstage Pass, Shondra takes a deep dive into the heart of our community! First, we sit down with Debbie Johnson, the powerhouse owner of Cleaner Quicker Car Wash. In Part 1 of this candid conversation, we explore the messy, beautiful juggling act of being a businesswoman when "life happens" and the world throws you a curveball. Then, we shift from the hustle into total rest...

On this episode of Shondra’s, Sedona’s Backstage Pass, we’re diving into deep legacy and rising stardom! First, we’re joined by Luke Sefton and his sister, Jane Sefton, for a meaningful conversation about the family business. Jane shares her professional expertise on the vital—yet often overlooked—importance of preparing for funeral arrangements in advance, offering a grounded perspective on carin...

Enjoy an inspiring double feature perfect for anyone who loves art, history, and the stories that touch the soul. Shondra welcomes back Nate Meyers, the executive Director of the Sedona Heritage Museum, to share more captivating tales that brings Sedona‘s rich history to life. Then, be inspired by Jill Trenholm, a talented sculptor and singer songwriter, as she shares her creative journey and sing...

Today on Sedona’s Backstage Pass, Shondra continues her conversation with culinary legend Chef Lisa Dahl on the art of atmosphere, followed by the amazing artist and media genius, Mark Short! Join us for an hour of artistry and inspiration!

It’s a 'Powerhouse' takeover in the studio! This week, Shondra is joined by the amazing Tiffanie J. Lord, whose art and photography empower women to see their own strength, after her first guest,  force of nature herself, Chef Lisa Dahl. Shondra dives into the secret ingredient of Lisa's success—the importance of ambiance—and things get delicious when Lisa puts Shondra’s own homemade Toll House co...

Today, Shondra’s giving us an all-access pass with two of Sedona’s finest! First up, it’s Debbie Johnson, the high-energy powerhouse behind the legendary Cleaner Quicker Car Wash. Then, the magic continues with world-renowned Steinway Artist Sandrine Erdely-Sayo. From the drive it takes to build a local empire to the soul it takes to master the keys, it’s a fun, intimate look at the passion that f...

Fresh off her massive 30th-anniversary "Film & Feast" gala, Lisa shares the inspiration behind her Christmas specials and the heart-warming mission of Soup Hope. Whether you’re dreaming of a six-course Italian "Divine Romance" or a cozy wood-fired pizza by the fire, Lisa explains why cooking with love is the ultimate holiday gift. Then, we shift from the kitchen to the quilting frame with Lori Fei...

This week, Shondra takes us behind the scenes with two fantastic guests. First, community leader and philanthropist, and owner of Sefton Engineering, Luke Sefton, who shares stories worth tuning in for! Then, get ready for the FUN factor as we welcome John O’Brien, a comedian and the Red Rock High School sports announcer, who steps up to the mic to share some laughs and highlights. It’s the perfec...

Today on Sedona’s Backstage Pass is a perfect blend of history and art! Shondra welcomes back Nate Meyers, Executive Director of the Sedona Heritage Museum, to talk about their latest events and intriguing stories from the heart of Red Rock Country. Then she welcomes Danielle McNeal Strabala from Sedona Dances to discuss her mission to bring diverse, expressive movement arts to the community.

Grab your all-access Sedona's Backstage Pass, as Shondra gets up close and personal with two incredibly inspiring women! She welcomes back the one and only powerhouse, Debbie Johnson (owner of Cleaner Quicker Carwash), for conversations about her amazing spirit, personal journey, and the stories behind the business! Then, Shondra shines the spotlight on award-winning Director and Writer, Amy Wadde...

Grab your Backstage Pass for a double dose of Sedona magic! First, the culinary queen herself, Chef Lisa Dahl, returns for the highly anticipated Part 2 of her incredible interview. Then, buckle up as award-winning journalist and advertising account executive Stephen Hanks steps into the spotlight. Today is packed with behind-the-scenes flavor, insights, and fascinating stories!

Sedona Back Stage Pass welcomes two heavy hitters! Shondra sits down with world-renowned culinary powerhouse Chef Lisa Dahl to discuss her passion, inspiration, and Project Soup Hope. Then, we dive deep into the world of classical music with William C. White, the masterful Conductor and Executive Director of the Sedona Symphony. It's a VIP episode mixing the best of flavor and sound!

Welcome back to Sedona's Backstage Pass—the only place where we pull back the curtain on the legends, the leaders, and the true heart of the magical Red Rock country! Today, we are featuring two segments of absolute Red Rock Royalty! First up, Shondra welcomes the always interesting Luke Sefton of Sefton Engineering! He's going to share the insights, the excitement, and the incredible perspective...

In this episode, Shondra gives you an exclusive peek behind the curtain with Nate Meyers, Executive Director of Sedona Heritage Museum, who reveals the criteria curators use to select their fascinating displays. You’ll also enjoy a delightful deep dive with Wendy Lippman, Managing Partner and GM of the enchanting Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village! You’ll hear about an unforgettable event blendin...

Join us for some serious FUN! Tommy Acosta, owner of Sedona. Biz, is here to give us a backstage pass to the wildly entertaining stories from his life as a musician, writer, and publisher. Shondra also welcomes back one of her favorite powerhouses in Sedona, Debbie Johnson, from Cleaner Quicker Car Wash!