Matt Evans

Take Back Phoenix Podcast

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Take Back Phoenix is a no-nonsense podcast focused on accountability, safety, and common sense in Arizona’s capital city. Hosted by Phoenix native Matt Evans, a City Council District 2 candidate and former mayoral candidate, the podcast explores the real issues facing Phoenix—homelessness, public safety, government transparency, cost of living, and the policies shaping the city’s future. Episodes may include solo commentary as well as conversations with community members, local voices, and guests from a wide range of backgrounds, offering thoughtful discussion on city issues and broader topics...

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Take Back Phoenix Episode 3 - Alex Kolodin, candidate for Arizona Secretary of State 13.03.2026 58:17

In this episode, I sit down with Alexander Kolodin, Arizona State Representative and candidate for Arizona Secretary of State, to talk about the future of elections in Arizona. We discuss Rep. Kolodin’s campaign for Secretary of State, why he believes election integrity and transparency must be restored, and what changes he would make if elected. We also break down the Safeguard American Voter Eli...

Take Back Phoenix Episode 2 - Michael DelPrete 07.03.2026 1:07:48

In this episode, we sit down with Michael Delprete, a Phoenix City Council candidate for District 6 and real estate expert, to break down one of the biggest challenges facing our city: housing affordability. We start from square one—what interest rates actually are, how they relate to mortgage rates, and why they matter if you’re trying to buy a home. Michael walks through the real costs of purcha...

Take Back Phoenix Episode 1 - Zach Lauer 08.01.2026 1:14:44

🎙️ Take Back Phoenix Podcast – Episode 1: Introducing Zach Lauer Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Take Back Phoenix podcast — where everyday residents share their vision for reclaiming our city and restoring safety, sanity, and common-sense leadership. In our first episode, Matt Evans sits down with Zach Lauer — husband, new father, entrepreneur, MAHA activist, and candidate for Phoenix Cit...