How Tempe’s Mayor Sees Music Powering A City | The Desert Vibe · Ep 36

We talk with Tempe Mayor Corey Woods about how a personal decision to put down roots turns into long-term public service and a hands-on approach to community building. We also dig into why live music and entertainment are not a luxury in Tempe, but part of the city’s identity, economy, and future. https://www.linkedin.com/in/corey-woods-29817169/• Corey’s path to Tempe through ASU and why he stays • Losing an early council race then building deeper community ties • Turning a love of cooking into nonprofit fundraising • Tempe’s live music culture and how parks help it grow • Entertainment as economic development and a citywide differentiator • The Mill Avenue refresh and why infrastructure shapes nightlife • Ideas for a signature Tempe music festival that honors legacy acts and lifts new artists • How cities can support local musicians through resources, permits, and getting to yes • Why small local shows matter as much as big festivalsSupport the showConnect with The Desert Vibe PodcastWebsite: https://www.thedesertvibepodcast.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581168623261YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheDesertVibePodcastGet the Desert Vibe Podcast swag and support the show! https://www.thedesertvibepodcast.com/category/all-productsThe Desert Vibe Hosts: • Walt Richardson: https://walterrichardson.com   • Glen Gardner: https://glengardner.net   • Jamirae / The Blindsiders: https://www.facebook.com/theblindsiders/  The Desert Vibe Marketing & Website Team• Emma & James Mattison : https://emmaandjames.music#TheDesertVibe #ArizonaMusic #LiveMusicArizona #PhoenixMusic #TempeAZ