Sedonas Backstage Pass - Episode Forty Three

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 acclaimed photographer and philanthropist Larry Kane joins us to share stories of his upbringing, his various businesses, and the journey that shaped his life. It’s an hour of celebration and candid conversation with the people who truly make Sedona shine.

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 Chapman Stick with a stunning original performance.

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 stage! Next up is the incredibly talented Gary Simpkins! Gary’s soulful songwriting is a local treasure, and he’s giving us a sneak peek at his upcoming In the Living Room Music Series concert, joined by musicians Tony Cook and Chris Baldwin on March 23rd. It’s food, it’s music, and it’s all happening right here! Tune in and get the "backstage pass" to the stories you won't hear anywhere else.

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 Sedona Chamber of Commerce, she’s giving us the ultimate inside scoop on how our local community and music industry thrive together.

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 the incomparable singer-songwriter Christy Fisher. Christy takes us behind the scenes with exclusive stories from her musical journey, giving us a raw look at the craft and soul of a songwriter. Whether you're navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship or the nuances of a melody, this episode is your ultimate VIP ticket to the heart of Sedona.

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 builds our city's biggest celebrations, discover the passion and grit it takes to create Sedona’s most iconic moments

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 and beyond—that is both structurally sound and spiritually vibrant. It’s where the concrete meets the cosmic!

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 favorite monthly history buff, Nate Meyers, Executive Director of the Sedona Heritage Museum! From local melodies to Sedona history secrets, it’s a morning of red rock rhythms and deep roots!