web02.fireside.fm Sun, 24 May 2026 17:37:28 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Not So Native - Episodes Tagged with “Not So Native” https://www.notsonativepodcast.com/tags/not%20so%20native Thu, 12 Dec 2019 22:00:00 -0700 Experience oriented podcast telling stories about interesting people and places throughout Arizona. en-us episodic A Not So & A Native Who Share Experiences From Around Arizona Not So Native Podcast Experience oriented podcast telling stories about interesting people and places throughout Arizona. no Arizona, Native, Travel, Tourism, History, Food, NASCAR, Beer, Brewery, Food, Grand Canyon State, Not, So, Phoenix, Peoria, Glendale, Goodyear, Avondale, Surprise, Litchfield Park, Resorts, Leisure, History Not So Native Podcast notsonativepodcast@gmail.com 55 Years of Racing - The Larry Ogburn Story https://www.notsonativepodcast.com/tg500 76d2c64a-408c-402a-a6c9-b08e572c0947 Thu, 12 Dec 2019 22:00:00 -0700 Not So Native Podcast bonus Not So Native Podcast Join us as we follow Larry Ogburn for his 55th year at the racetrack. All made possible by Protecht, by fans for fans. 35:03 no <p>'Start your engines!' is a phrase that Larry Ogburn has heard for 55 years straight. We had the privilege of attending the TicketGuardian 500, now known as the FanShield 500, in March of 2019 as a guest of Protecht to document his amazing story. FanShield is created by fans for fans and nothing could be more evident by the hospitality they provided in making the whole experience possible. Special thanks to Larry Ogburn, NASCAR, ISM Raceway, GoodFellas Merch and of course Protecht. Enjoy!</p> <p>Check out Larrys video by FanShield 'Fan Stories' <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIsijA_Qi60" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">HERE</a> Special Guests: Larry Ogburn and Protecht.</p> NASCAR, ISM, pir, protecht, FanShield, ticketguardian, phoenix international raceway, 55 years, racing, goodfellas, ISM raceway, avondale, az, arizona, goodyear, phoenix, phx, xfinity series, nascar cup, stock car, podcast, not so native 'Start your engines!' is a phrase that Larry Ogburn has heard for 55 years straight. We had the privilege of attending the TicketGuardian 500, now known as the FanShield 500, in March of 2019 as a guest of Protecht to document his amazing story. FanShield is created by fans for fans and nothing could be more evident by the hospitality they provided in making the whole experience possible. Special thanks to Larry Ogburn, NASCAR, ISM Raceway, GoodFellas Merch and of course Protecht. Enjoy!

Check out Larrys video by FanShield 'Fan Stories' HERE

Special Guests: Larry Ogburn and Protecht.

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]]> 'Start your engines!' is a phrase that Larry Ogburn has heard for 55 years straight. We had the privilege of attending the TicketGuardian 500, now known as the FanShield 500, in March of 2019 as a guest of Protecht to document his amazing story. FanShield is created by fans for fans and nothing could be more evident by the hospitality they provided in making the whole experience possible. Special thanks to Larry Ogburn, NASCAR, ISM Raceway, GoodFellas Merch and of course Protecht. Enjoy!

Check out Larrys video by FanShield 'Fan Stories' HERE

Special Guests: Larry Ogburn and Protecht.

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]]> State Forty Eight: Clothing for all, Inspired by Arizona https://www.notsonativepodcast.com/sfe 3e205230-93dc-4f93-8212-f2ee6cd7b0fa Thu, 29 Aug 2019 21:00:00 -0700 Not So Native Podcast full 3 Not So Native Podcast State Forty Eight is more than just a t-shirt company, it’s a movement recognized around and beyond the state it calls home. 54:25 no <p>State Forty Eight is more than just a t-shirt company, it’s a movement recognized around and beyond the state it calls home. Started in 2013 by Michael, Stephen and Nicholas the brand was born from their love and appreciation for Arizona. They are a brand dedicated to bringing quality clothing for all, inspired by Arizona. As you gather from its name, State Forty Eight takes pride on its Arizona roots. Whether it is our states colors, animals, sports franchises or flag you’ll find it integrated into their products. Mike and his pup Tillman were gracious enough to spend some time with us on a Saturday morning at their newly opened Chandler headquarters. During our time together he shared his story of what desires and passions led him and his business partners to create the brand. Through their entrepreneurial spirt and hard work they have taken the brand from a boutique clothing line to a movement beloved by Arizona’s athletes, politicians, charities, businesses and anyone proud to call Arizona home. You’ll recognize the logo at professional sporting events such as the Arizona Diamondbacks, Phoenix Suns or Arizona Coyotes to major charitable organizations like Susan G. Komen, American Cancer Society and the Arians Family Foundation to name a few. Enjoy this conversation with Mike and hear the story behind the brand. </p> <p>Check them out: <a href="https://statefortyeight.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">State Forty Eight</a> Special Guest: Mike Spangenberg.</p> podcast, arizona, state forty eight, grand canyon state, phoenix, chandler, phx, churchill, nsnaz, not so native, entrepreneur, sfe, clothing, brand, t-shirt, diamondbacks, dbacks, cardinals, suns, coyotes, asu, sun devils, susan g komen, bruce arians, arians family foundation, local, localfirstaz, mlr pro tax and accounting, credit union west State Forty Eight is more than just a t-shirt company, it’s a movement recognized around and beyond the state it calls home. Started in 2013 by Michael, Stephen and Nicholas the brand was born from their love and appreciation for Arizona. They are a brand dedicated to bringing quality clothing for all, inspired by Arizona. As you gather from its name, State Forty Eight takes pride on its Arizona roots. Whether it is our states colors, animals, sports franchises or flag you’ll find it integrated into their products. Mike and his pup Tillman were gracious enough to spend some time with us on a Saturday morning at their newly opened Chandler headquarters. During our time together he shared his story of what desires and passions led him and his business partners to create the brand. Through their entrepreneurial spirt and hard work they have taken the brand from a boutique clothing line to a movement beloved by Arizona’s athletes, politicians, charities, businesses and anyone proud to call Arizona home. You’ll recognize the logo at professional sporting events such as the Arizona Diamondbacks, Phoenix Suns or Arizona Coyotes to major charitable organizations like Susan G. Komen, American Cancer Society and the Arians Family Foundation to name a few. Enjoy this conversation with Mike and hear the story behind the brand.

Check them out: State Forty Eight

Special Guest: Mike Spangenberg.

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]]> State Forty Eight is more than just a t-shirt company, it’s a movement recognized around and beyond the state it calls home. Started in 2013 by Michael, Stephen and Nicholas the brand was born from their love and appreciation for Arizona. They are a brand dedicated to bringing quality clothing for all, inspired by Arizona. As you gather from its name, State Forty Eight takes pride on its Arizona roots. Whether it is our states colors, animals, sports franchises or flag you’ll find it integrated into their products. Mike and his pup Tillman were gracious enough to spend some time with us on a Saturday morning at their newly opened Chandler headquarters. During our time together he shared his story of what desires and passions led him and his business partners to create the brand. Through their entrepreneurial spirt and hard work they have taken the brand from a boutique clothing line to a movement beloved by Arizona’s athletes, politicians, charities, businesses and anyone proud to call Arizona home. You’ll recognize the logo at professional sporting events such as the Arizona Diamondbacks, Phoenix Suns or Arizona Coyotes to major charitable organizations like Susan G. Komen, American Cancer Society and the Arians Family Foundation to name a few. Enjoy this conversation with Mike and hear the story behind the brand.

Check them out: State Forty Eight

Special Guest: Mike Spangenberg.

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]]> Fry Building: Marriage, Murder & Mischief https://www.notsonativepodcast.com/frybuilding 380cd5e2-0ac6-4e1e-b2c7-6496339404e2 Thu, 08 Aug 2019 20:00:00 -0700 Not So Native Podcast full 3 Not So Native Podcast We met up with our new friend Mike Bell at Majerle’s Sports Grill in downtown Phoenix. What he shared with us is a true wild west story that tells the tale of a woman that journeyed to Arizona for a new life and through some savvy business dealings and ‘relationships’ she wound up being one of the state’s largest landowners. Enjoy! 38:55 no <p>This weeks episode is full of murder, mystery, and mischief all dating back to Arizona’s territorial times. We met up with our new friend Mike Bell at Majerle’s Sports Grill in downtown Phoenix. What he shared with us was the completion of his research on the colorful and fascinating past of the historic Fry Building that Thunder Dan’s namesake restaurant calls home. It's a true wild west story that tells the tale of a woman that journeyed to Arizona for a new life and through some savvy business dealings and ‘relationships’ she wound up being one of the state’s largest landowners. At the time of her passing Governor George W.P Hunt ordered flags state wide to be lowered to half-mast in recognition of her contributions to Arizona. Enjoy this episode about the true wild west beginnings of Phoenix. </p> <p>Also, check out Mikes four part series for more of the gritty details and intrigue of the Fry Building here: <a href="https://statelibraryofarizona.wordpress.com/2019/07/17/the-fry-building-a-hidden-pioneer-history-part-i/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Fry Building: A Hidden Pioneer History</a> Special Guest: Mike Bell.</p> nsnaz, not so native, podcast, grand canyon state, arizona, history, fry, downtown, phoenix, territorial, marriage, murder, mischief, jack swilling, king woolsey, masons, knights of pythias, four peaks, woolsey wentworth building, state forty eight, majerles, agua caliente, arizona state research library, az memory project This weeks episode is full of murder, mystery, and mischief all dating back to Arizona’s territorial times. We met up with our new friend Mike Bell at Majerle’s Sports Grill in downtown Phoenix. What he shared with us was the completion of his research on the colorful and fascinating past of the historic Fry Building that Thunder Dan’s namesake restaurant calls home. It's a true wild west story that tells the tale of a woman that journeyed to Arizona for a new life and through some savvy business dealings and ‘relationships’ she wound up being one of the state’s largest landowners. At the time of her passing Governor George W.P Hunt ordered flags state wide to be lowered to half-mast in recognition of her contributions to Arizona. Enjoy this episode about the true wild west beginnings of Phoenix.

Also, check out Mikes four part series for more of the gritty details and intrigue of the Fry Building here: The Fry Building: A Hidden Pioneer History

Special Guest: Mike Bell.

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]]> This weeks episode is full of murder, mystery, and mischief all dating back to Arizona’s territorial times. We met up with our new friend Mike Bell at Majerle’s Sports Grill in downtown Phoenix. What he shared with us was the completion of his research on the colorful and fascinating past of the historic Fry Building that Thunder Dan’s namesake restaurant calls home. It's a true wild west story that tells the tale of a woman that journeyed to Arizona for a new life and through some savvy business dealings and ‘relationships’ she wound up being one of the state’s largest landowners. At the time of her passing Governor George W.P Hunt ordered flags state wide to be lowered to half-mast in recognition of her contributions to Arizona. Enjoy this episode about the true wild west beginnings of Phoenix.

Also, check out Mikes four part series for more of the gritty details and intrigue of the Fry Building here: The Fry Building: A Hidden Pioneer History

Special Guest: Mike Bell.

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]]> Canyon Motel and RV Park https://www.notsonativepodcast.com/canyonrv 270e9004-4a91-48bc-a39a-d2adf549677b Thu, 07 Mar 2019 20:00:00 -0700 Not So Native Podcast full 2 Not So Native Podcast Rob and Stephanie visit the Canyon Motel & RV Park in beautiful Williams, Arizona. Located by the historic route 66 we spend time with owner Shirley Young to discuss this Arizona gem. 35:15 no <p>This week Rob and Stephanie spent time with Shirley from The Canyon Motel &amp; RV park in Williams, Arizona. The motel is located right off the historic Route 66. Not only is the Canyon Motel situated in the beautiful landscape of Williams but it's also the only place where you can stay in a real train car. Experience Americana on Route 66 and stay the night in a caboose that once carried people across country. So enjoy the conversation with Shirley and be sure to visit next time you're in Williams. If you interact with any of the supernatural residents of the Canyon Motel during your stay we'll give you your very own episode to share the tale. </p> <p>Sponsor Spotlight: Mary Reha of MLR Professional Tax Services Special Guest: Shirley Young.</p> williams, flagstaff, arizona, north, not so native, wildlife, parks, national parks, grand canyon, state, state 48, outdoors, animals, motel, rv park, haunted, ghosts, train, grand canyon railway, route 66, historic This week Rob and Stephanie spent time with Shirley from The Canyon Motel & RV park in Williams, Arizona. The motel is located right off the historic Route 66. Not only is the Canyon Motel situated in the beautiful landscape of Williams but it's also the only place where you can stay in a real train car. Experience Americana on Route 66 and stay the night in a caboose that once carried people across country. So enjoy the conversation with Shirley and be sure to visit next time you're in Williams. If you interact with any of the supernatural residents of the Canyon Motel during your stay we'll give you your very own episode to share the tale.

Sponsor Spotlight: Mary Reha of MLR Professional Tax Services

Special Guest: Shirley Young.

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]]> This week Rob and Stephanie spent time with Shirley from The Canyon Motel & RV park in Williams, Arizona. The motel is located right off the historic Route 66. Not only is the Canyon Motel situated in the beautiful landscape of Williams but it's also the only place where you can stay in a real train car. Experience Americana on Route 66 and stay the night in a caboose that once carried people across country. So enjoy the conversation with Shirley and be sure to visit next time you're in Williams. If you interact with any of the supernatural residents of the Canyon Motel during your stay we'll give you your very own episode to share the tale.

Sponsor Spotlight: Mary Reha of MLR Professional Tax Services

Special Guest: Shirley Young.

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]]> Fort Bearizona https://www.notsonativepodcast.com/ftbearizona f6716f1e-7fcc-4d93-b73c-a2f35e702403 Thu, 28 Feb 2019 22:00:00 -0700 Not So Native Podcast full 2 Not So Native Podcast Part 2 of our Bearizona special Dave takes Rob and Stephanie on a stroll through Fort Bearizona. In addition to the drive through portion of the park you heard about last week Bearizona has a separate walk-through area full of wildlife. 53:04 no <p>In Part 2 of our Bearizona special Dave O'Connell takes Rob and Stephanie on a stroll through Fort Bearizona. In addition to the drive through portion of the park you featured last week Bearizona has a separate walk-through area full of wildlife. We explore the different exhibits and animals along the way with Dave introducing each by name. Enjoy. Special Guest: Dave O'Connell.</p> williams, flagstaff, bearizona, arizona, north, bears, not so native, wildlife, parks, national parks, grand canyon, state, state 48, outdoors, animals, wolfs, bison In Part 2 of our Bearizona special Dave O'Connell takes Rob and Stephanie on a stroll through Fort Bearizona. In addition to the drive through portion of the park you featured last week Bearizona has a separate walk-through area full of wildlife. We explore the different exhibits and animals along the way with Dave introducing each by name. Enjoy.

Special Guest: Dave O'Connell.

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]]> In Part 2 of our Bearizona special Dave O'Connell takes Rob and Stephanie on a stroll through Fort Bearizona. In addition to the drive through portion of the park you featured last week Bearizona has a separate walk-through area full of wildlife. We explore the different exhibits and animals along the way with Dave introducing each by name. Enjoy.

Special Guest: Dave O'Connell.

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]]> Bearizona Wildlife Park https://www.notsonativepodcast.com/bearizonadrive db22062c-ae04-49e9-9613-4e20cf8b0266 Sun, 24 Feb 2019 18:00:00 -0700 Not So Native Podcast full 2 Not So Native Podcast We take a guided tour through Bearizona in Williams along with Dave O'Connell from the park. If you time it right you can start the episode when you enter the park and allow Dave to narrate your journey. 43:31 no <p>In this weeks episode of the Not So Native podcast Rob is joined by a special guest host, his wife. Stephanie Lamb chose to tolerate him for a family vacation up north to Williams and Flagstaff. Their first stop was Bearizona in Williams where Dave O’Connell was kind enough to provide a guided tour through the park. If you’re looking for a professionally narrated tour look no further than this episode. Anything to be known about the park and its beautiful wildlife occupants Dave is the man to know it. As they drive through the park Dave shares interesting facts about the park and its wild residents. One of these being, did you know that bears don’t hibernate at Bearizona? - I didn’t. Dave will explain why. Next time you make the trip up north be like the bears and don’t sleep on Bearizona. A visit and tour through the park is well worth it, so as Dave’s and our gift to you, enjoy your very own guided tour. If you start the episode as you enter through the main gates you’ll find the narration will match along with your journey through the park. Enjoy the episode and be sure to let us know what you think. Next time you’re at Bearizona stop by and say “Hi” to Dave letting him know ‘Not So Native’ sent you. - Aaron Special Guest: Dave O'Connell.</p> williams, flagstaff, bearizona, arizona, north, bears, not so native, wildlife, parks, national parks, grand canyon, state, state 48, outdoors, animals, wolfs, bison In this weeks episode of the Not So Native podcast Rob is joined by a special guest host, his wife. Stephanie Lamb chose to tolerate him for a family vacation up north to Williams and Flagstaff. Their first stop was Bearizona in Williams where Dave O’Connell was kind enough to provide a guided tour through the park. If you’re looking for a professionally narrated tour look no further than this episode. Anything to be known about the park and its beautiful wildlife occupants Dave is the man to know it. As they drive through the park Dave shares interesting facts about the park and its wild residents. One of these being, did you know that bears don’t hibernate at Bearizona? - I didn’t. Dave will explain why. Next time you make the trip up north be like the bears and don’t sleep on Bearizona. A visit and tour through the park is well worth it, so as Dave’s and our gift to you, enjoy your very own guided tour. If you start the episode as you enter through the main gates you’ll find the narration will match along with your journey through the park. Enjoy the episode and be sure to let us know what you think. Next time you’re at Bearizona stop by and say “Hi” to Dave letting him know ‘Not So Native’ sent you. - Aaron

Special Guest: Dave O'Connell.

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]]> In this weeks episode of the Not So Native podcast Rob is joined by a special guest host, his wife. Stephanie Lamb chose to tolerate him for a family vacation up north to Williams and Flagstaff. Their first stop was Bearizona in Williams where Dave O’Connell was kind enough to provide a guided tour through the park. If you’re looking for a professionally narrated tour look no further than this episode. Anything to be known about the park and its beautiful wildlife occupants Dave is the man to know it. As they drive through the park Dave shares interesting facts about the park and its wild residents. One of these being, did you know that bears don’t hibernate at Bearizona? - I didn’t. Dave will explain why. Next time you make the trip up north be like the bears and don’t sleep on Bearizona. A visit and tour through the park is well worth it, so as Dave’s and our gift to you, enjoy your very own guided tour. If you start the episode as you enter through the main gates you’ll find the narration will match along with your journey through the park. Enjoy the episode and be sure to let us know what you think. Next time you’re at Bearizona stop by and say “Hi” to Dave letting him know ‘Not So Native’ sent you. - Aaron

Special Guest: Dave O'Connell.

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]]> Season 1 Recap https://www.notsonativepodcast.com/recap 6875731c-2cdd-40f8-8be1-9feba5c0c665 Tue, 15 Jan 2019 21:00:00 -0700 Not So Native Podcast full 1 Not So Native Podcast We spend the time sharing what motivated us to start the podcast and what we’ve learned throughout this inaugural season. 32:09 no <p>In this episode we travel all the way to north Peoria where we enjoy wine and cigars on Robs back porch. We spend the time sharing what motivated us to start the podcast and what we’ve learned throughout this inaugural season. We also share some of our favorite moments spent with our guests and experiences we’ve shared. Now one cigar and a bottle of wine does does not provide enough time to share all the experiences we gained throughout the season, we simply scratched the surface. We also share a small preview of things we can expect for season 2 where we ask you as the listeners to get involved and provide feedback on what you want to hear about. We thank you for coming along on this journey with us and hope to provide you with entertainment and education in the seasons to come. </p> not so native, arizona, phoenix, peoria, wigwam, 8-bit, saddle mountain, litchfield park, ISM, raceway, phoenix international, brewery, cardinals, kliff Kingsbury, Ryan Gosling, history, Goodyear, Surprise, Avondale In this episode we travel all the way to north Peoria where we enjoy wine and cigars on Robs back porch. We spend the time sharing what motivated us to start the podcast and what we’ve learned throughout this inaugural season. We also share some of our favorite moments spent with our guests and experiences we’ve shared. Now one cigar and a bottle of wine does does not provide enough time to share all the experiences we gained throughout the season, we simply scratched the surface. We also share a small preview of things we can expect for season 2 where we ask you as the listeners to get involved and provide feedback on what you want to hear about. We thank you for coming along on this journey with us and hope to provide you with entertainment and education in the seasons to come.

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]]> In this episode we travel all the way to north Peoria where we enjoy wine and cigars on Robs back porch. We spend the time sharing what motivated us to start the podcast and what we’ve learned throughout this inaugural season. We also share some of our favorite moments spent with our guests and experiences we’ve shared. Now one cigar and a bottle of wine does does not provide enough time to share all the experiences we gained throughout the season, we simply scratched the surface. We also share a small preview of things we can expect for season 2 where we ask you as the listeners to get involved and provide feedback on what you want to hear about. We thank you for coming along on this journey with us and hope to provide you with entertainment and education in the seasons to come.

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]]> Wigwam Arizona https://www.notsonativepodcast.com/wigwam 4b5f109b-5645-4e5d-bfd7-fd5f9dca0d82 Sun, 02 Dec 2018 18:00:00 -0700 Not So Native Podcast full 1 Not So Native Podcast We sit down with Social Media and Marketing Manger Sarah Boyd for a conversation in the 100 year old Organization House at the beautiful 4-Star Wigwam Resort located in heart of Litchfield Park, Arizona. 25:56 no <p>In this episode of the Not So Native Podcast we sit down with the Social Media and Marketing Manager of the beautiful 4-Star Wigwam Resort, Sarah Boyd. The Wigwam’s luxurious history in Litchfield Park starts shortly after Arizona’s joining of the lower 48, before many of the valleys other well known luxury resorts like the Phoenician and Biltmore, and decades before Phoenix became the sprawling metropolis it is today. We spend the majority of our time together in the Organization House of the resort which is in the midst of its 100 year anniversary celebration. As Sarah describes, much of the room today is as it was a century ago, the room has become a piece of history and one of the many reasons the Wigwam is a member of ‘Historical Hotels of America’. She continues to share with us more history of the resort as well as some unique features such as the doors and windows throughout the property that pay homage to the resorts founders, Goodyear Tire and Rubber. After our time with Sarah we ventured to Reds Bar and Grill and enjoyed the delicious and renowned Arizona burger paired with their exclusive brew the Wigwam ale (both highly recommended). Be sure and book your next vacation, or if your local like us your next staycation, at the beautiful Wigwam resort, you will not be disappointed. Be sure to say hello to Sarah and let them know that the No So Native Podcast sent you. Enjoy! Special Guest: Sarah Boyd.</p> wigwam, litchfield park, not so native, arizona, resort, phoenician, biltmore, goodyear, reds, organization house, arizona history, historical hotels of america, goodyear tire and rubber, lower 48 In this episode of the Not So Native Podcast we sit down with the Social Media and Marketing Manager of the beautiful 4-Star Wigwam Resort, Sarah Boyd. The Wigwam’s luxurious history in Litchfield Park starts shortly after Arizona’s joining of the lower 48, before many of the valleys other well known luxury resorts like the Phoenician and Biltmore, and decades before Phoenix became the sprawling metropolis it is today. We spend the majority of our time together in the Organization House of the resort which is in the midst of its 100 year anniversary celebration. As Sarah describes, much of the room today is as it was a century ago, the room has become a piece of history and one of the many reasons the Wigwam is a member of ‘Historical Hotels of America’. She continues to share with us more history of the resort as well as some unique features such as the doors and windows throughout the property that pay homage to the resorts founders, Goodyear Tire and Rubber. After our time with Sarah we ventured to Reds Bar and Grill and enjoyed the delicious and renowned Arizona burger paired with their exclusive brew the Wigwam ale (both highly recommended). Be sure and book your next vacation, or if your local like us your next staycation, at the beautiful Wigwam resort, you will not be disappointed. Be sure to say hello to Sarah and let them know that the No So Native Podcast sent you. Enjoy!

Special Guest: Sarah Boyd.

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]]> In this episode of the Not So Native Podcast we sit down with the Social Media and Marketing Manager of the beautiful 4-Star Wigwam Resort, Sarah Boyd. The Wigwam’s luxurious history in Litchfield Park starts shortly after Arizona’s joining of the lower 48, before many of the valleys other well known luxury resorts like the Phoenician and Biltmore, and decades before Phoenix became the sprawling metropolis it is today. We spend the majority of our time together in the Organization House of the resort which is in the midst of its 100 year anniversary celebration. As Sarah describes, much of the room today is as it was a century ago, the room has become a piece of history and one of the many reasons the Wigwam is a member of ‘Historical Hotels of America’. She continues to share with us more history of the resort as well as some unique features such as the doors and windows throughout the property that pay homage to the resorts founders, Goodyear Tire and Rubber. After our time with Sarah we ventured to Reds Bar and Grill and enjoyed the delicious and renowned Arizona burger paired with their exclusive brew the Wigwam ale (both highly recommended). Be sure and book your next vacation, or if your local like us your next staycation, at the beautiful Wigwam resort, you will not be disappointed. Be sure to say hello to Sarah and let them know that the No So Native Podcast sent you. Enjoy!

Special Guest: Sarah Boyd.

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