William Beard of The Goldwater Institute Discusses Phoenix Policy and Data Centers on Phoenix Business Brief Podcast

PHOENIX, AZ — May 27, 2026 — The Phoenix Business Brief Podcast announced the release of a new episode featuring William Beard, Municipal Affairs Liaison at The Goldwater Institute, discussing Phoenix policy and data centers.

The episode features William Beard, Municipal Affairs Liaison at The Goldwater Institute, who discusses the importance of local policy in shaping public discourse. The conversation covers the role of data centers in the economy, emphasizing the need for sound regulatory environments to foster development in Arizona.

"The more freedom people have to explore their wants, needs, desires, the better off everyone is," Beard said.

The discussion on data centers is particularly relevant for Arizona, which has become a hub for such facilities due to its favorable geography and legislative support. Understanding the implications of local policy on data centers can inform future economic strategies and regulatory frameworks vital for the state's growth.

The full episode is available on the Phoenix Business Brief episode page at https://phoenixbusinessbrief.com/episodes/william-beard-goldwater-institute-phoenix-policy-data-centers-mpj0ppmf, on Apple Podcasts, and on Spotify.

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