All About Eastmark
Welcome to a show that's all about Eastmark, but most importantly its—the people who live here! In this podcast we talk to some of Eastmark's amazing residents and give them a platform to share their stories about what makes them so awesome. Take a listen and be inspired!
Disclaimer: The content featured in this Podcast is produced by an independent resident and does not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of Eastmark Community Alliance, Inc., Eastmark Community Assembly, Inc., or Eastmark Residential Association, Inc. (collectively, “Eastmark”). The host and individuals interviewed are not official representatives of Eastmark. The Podcast is a personal initiative, and any views expressed therein are those of the participants and not necessarily endorsed by Brookfield Residential, DMB, Cohere, Eastmark, or any of their respective Boards of Directors.
Episodes
36 episodes
Scott Somers (pt 2) - E-bikes, Parks, & Public Safety
Join David Giarrizzo and Vice Mayor Scott Somers for part 2 of their conversation at the Mesa Gateway Library as they talk about public safety, e-bikes, Mesa parks, and some other great things coming soon to the Eastmark area here in Mesa’s Dis...
Scott Somers (pt 1) - Exciting Developments in Southeast Mesa
In this special episode, David sits down with Mesa Vice Mayor Scott Somers at Mesa's newest library, right in the heart of Eastmark, to discuss many of the recent developments in this part of Mesa and some coming attractions. C...
Tiffany Chandler - Eastmark OG, Friend, & Real Estate Partner
This episode is kind of a big deal for the All About Eastmark podcast as David introduces an Eastmark neighbor who really needs no introduction. Tiffany Chandler is a longtime Eastmark resident (living in Old Town Eastmark!), a devoted w...
Melissa Leon - At the Intersection of Safe Streets and Social Media
Everyone wants their neighborhood streets to be safe places to drive, ride, scoot, and walk. And everyone has an opinion about why accidents happen and how they can be avoided. But after seeing the dangers posed by unsafe streets, distracted dr...
Jacqueline Cruz - Philanthropy in & around Eastmark
This episode is one you won't want to miss as David engages with Jacqueline Cruz, Eastmark Neighbor (of course) and Chief Development Officer at House of Refuge here in Mesa, on topics like helping those faced with homelessness and philanthropy...
Derek, Erich, & David walk into a diner...
Who doesn't love a good rueben sandwhich and a slice of pie? Well, Steadfast Diner here in Eastmark offers both...and so much more! In this special "on-the-road" edition of the podcast, David sits down at one of the nine seats insid...
Paul Giarrizzo - Making Music and Memories in Mesa, AZ
Paul Giarrizzo is the way cooler, way funner, and slightly younger brother of David. He's also a longtime Eastmark resident, of course.In this fun episode, David interviews his brother and they reminisce about growing up in Mesa (wes...
Calvin Burk - Tin Cans, Mesa History, & Condenser Coils
If you haven't already met Calvin Burk, you've probably seen or heard his name.Calvin is an Eastmark Original, an entrepreneur, an Eastmark Leadership alumnus...and going waaaaay back to 1870—long before Eastmark was around and all that ...
Eastmark Holiday Special
Enjoy this short holiday-themed episode where David does some reflecting on the past few years living here in Eastmark, expresses gratitude, and shares a poem he wrote about the best community in Arizona. Cheers to a very merry Chr...
Christen Komosinski - National Parks & AZ's Tax Credit Opportunities
"The essence of Eastmark is helping others." And since moving from Indiana to Eastmark in 2019, Christen Komosinski and her family have seen that first-hand. On this super educational episode, Christen shares her family's experiences no...
Samantha Thurber - District Captain, Serial Volunteer, and Inspirational Human Being
Originally from Chicagoland, Samantha Thurber has lived in Eastmark since 2016, along with her husband Dave and now their 2 kids. Since planting roots in Eastmark, Samantha (or Sam) has been involved in everything from Eastmark Leadership to ju...
Colleen Biggs - Entrepreneurial Addict, Serial Empower-er, & Community Rep
It might be easier to name what Colleen Biggs doesn't do than list all of the amazing projects, business ventures, and community initiatives that she's involved with!...Long before Colleen was an Assembly board member here in E...
Scott Somers (again!) - Councilmember Q&A
In this [longer-than-usual] episode, David welcomes City of Mesa Councilmember Scott Somers back to the All About Eastmark podcast to talk about some of the most relevant issues to Eastmark residents:Economic develop...
Jackie Hunter - 10+ Years of Raising a Family in Community
Meet Jackie Hunter: a veteran's spouse, amazing mom, community leader, Eastmark Original, and so much more! When Jackie and her family moved to Eastmark over 10 years ago, they really planted roots here and made an intentional eff...
Lauryn VanRooy - From Australia to Eastmark, and still moving forward...
G'day, mates! On this episode, David sits down for an in-depth conversation with longtime friend and Eastmark neighbor, Lauryn VanRooy. Lauryn opens up about moving from Australia to Arizona after being swept off her feet by her now late-...
Josh & Lexi Bera - MS, Marriage, Et Cetera
Josh and Lexi Bera have an incredible story to share, and one that has a little bit of everything—romance, mystery, excitement, comedy, and hope. Both diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at young ages, Josh and Lexi met through a clinical trial f...
Matt Law - The New All-Resident Assembly & MythBusters: Eastmark Edition
Matt Law is an Eastmark Original and the first resident to be selected for the Eastmark Assembly Board of Directors. As of a recent vote we have an Assembly board made up entirely of Eastmark residents!—and Matt and David talk about this milest...
Kevin McMillen - Diners, Wi-Fi, and EV Drives
In this episode David gets a history lesson from Eastmark neighbor Kevin McMillen about Eastmark’s favorite neighborhood diner, as well as a science lesson on how
Michelle Hansen - Book Clubbin’, Digital Communication, & Disney
Get to know Eastmark neighbor Michelle Hansen. Michelle does a lot for her neighbors, often behind the scenes—and screen. Not only has she participated in and organized an Eastmark book club (and successfully through COVID), but Michelle has be...
Carl Ong - Dad-inspired Hard Work, Business Thoughts, & the 49ers
In this episode I sit down with friend and long-time Eastmark neighbor, Carl Ong, to learn a little more about the man behind the picture on Safeway shopping carts. Carl and I talk about what it was like for him growing up a...
Christina Christian - Twin Mom, Karaoke Singer, & HOA President
Not only is Christina Christian a mom of 3 kids (including twins), a civil engineer, a killer karaoke singer, and terrific neighbor, she’s also the president of all 3 Eastmark boards. In this episode David plays the part of investigative journa...
Holly Moseley - City Clerk & Eastmark Original
What is a City Clerk? Is it an important job? On this episode I ask my friend, Eastmark Original, and the current City Clerk for the City of Mesa, Holly Moseley, these questions and MORE! Listen in for a fun conversation getting to know a littl...
Roberto Taylor - Community Leadership & Digital Engagement
Roberto Taylor has been an integral part of Eastmark since about as long as he's lived here. He's one of those people who puts his care for his neighbors and neighborhood into action. Listen as we discuss Roberto's story about why he an...
Mark Powell - "At Eastmark," Showing Up, Giving Back
Mark Powell - Maybe Eastmark's most mysterious man... What we love about this episode is the why behind why Mark loves to be involved in the community. We know you will love hearing from Mark and will hopefully get to know him in a more persona...