September 30, 2005
Tour of Hope
( Flagstaff, AZ )The Bristol-Myers Squibb Tour of Hope today passes through the town of Maricopa, south of Phoenix. The Tour of Hope is a nine day, 3,300 mile bicycle trek from San Diego to Washington, DC. The goal is to raise awarness of the importance of early detection in treating cancer. One of the tour's 24-riders is Arizonan Scott Perelstein. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert reports.
Morning Edition
Return to the Morning Edition resources at KJZZ.org
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 30, 2005
I Heart Hate Mail
( Phoenix, AZ )Robrt Pela discusses the joys of receiving hate mail.
Morning Edition
Return to the Morning Edition resources at KJZZ.org
Robrt Pela's reviews at phoenixnewtimes.com
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 29, 2005
Highway Planning
Highway Planning - Extended Interview
( Phoenix, AZ )Dennis Lambert talks with Arizona Department of Transportation director Victor Mendez, one of the people who has overseen a lot of the growth of the Valley's freeway system. With the Valley's population expected to double over the next twenty years, Dennis Lambert asks Mr. Mendez if there's any way for freeway construction to get ahead of growth.
Transportation Series
Additional reports as part of From Here to There, Valley Transportation in 2005.
Comment on Transportation Series
Send in a comment or suggestion about the Transporation Series.
Morning Edition
Return to the Morning Edition resources at KJZZ.org
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 28, 2005
From BOB to Chase Field: Corporate Stadium Names
( Phoenix )Last week, the Arizona Diamondbacks announced that, thanks to a corporate merger, their stadium has changed its name from Bank One Ballpark to Chase Field. KJZZ's Steve Goldstein talked with author Neil DeMause about stadiums and corporate naming rights.
Field of Schemes
Neil DeMause, author of the book Field of Schemes, writes about stadium deals around the country.
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 28, 2005
Here and Now: September 28, 2005
( Phoenix, AZ )As part of From Here to There, Valley Transportation in 2005, we begin an in-depth look at transportation issues in the Valley with an hour long discussion with Ron Dubek City of Phoenix, Traffic Signal Operations Engineer and Doug Nintzel from ADOT.
Previous Discussions on Here and Now
Listen to previous locally produced interviews as heard on Here and Now.
Questions and Comments for Here and Now
Post your questions or comments for locally produced interviews conducted as part of Here and Now. You can even post comments or questions after a show has aired, to continue the discussion.
Transportation Series
Additional reports as part of From Here to There, Valley Transportation in 2005.
Comment on Transportation Series
Send in a comment or suggestion about the Transporation Series.
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 26, 2005
About Eighth Graders
( Deer Valley, Arizona )Wendy Schulz, an 8th grade teacher at Stetson Hills, in the Deer Valley Unified School District, talks about her students and about watching them grow.
Additional "I Am Your Chlid's Teacher" Interviews
Listen to additional "I Am Your Chlid's Teacher" interviews. You can also submit your own suggestions for future stories.
Suggest an I Am Your Child's Teacher Essay
If you are a teacher and you are interested in submitting a commentary for a segment of "Your Child's Teacher," please click here to fill out a form with a short description of what you would like to say.
Morning Edition
Return to the Morning Edition resources at KJZZ.org
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 23, 2005
Death and the Maiden
( Phoenix, AZ )Theatre critic Robrt Pela reviews iTheatre Collaborative's production of "Death and the Maiden.
Morning Edition
Return to the Morning Edition resources at KJZZ.org
Robrt Pela's reviews at phoenixnewtimes.com
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 23, 2005
Hate Crime
( Phoenix, AZ )Dennis Lambert interviews Tommy Stovall about his first feature film Hate Crime, a controversial independent production based on a hate crime against a gay couple and the feelings in a community that lead to it.
Morning Edition
Return to the Morning Edition resources at KJZZ.org
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 21, 2005
Here and Now: September 21, 2005
( Phoenix, AZ )In this hour of Here and Now, we get the Governor Napolitano's take on issues including the state's response to illegal immigration, a proposed anti-gouging bill to combat rising gas prices, and Arizona's emergency preparedness plan.
Previous Discussions on Here and Now
Listen to previous locally produced interviews as heard on Here and Now.
Questions and Comments for Here and Now
Post your questions or comments for locally produced interviews conducted as part of Here and Now. You can even post comments or questions after a show has aired, to continue the discussion.
Talking with the Governor
Additional interviews with Governor Napolitano on Here and Now.
www.azgovernor.gov
To contact the governor, visit www.azgovernor.gov, phone Constituent Services at: 602.542.1318, or email at azgov@az.gov.
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 21, 2005
Property Taxes
Property Taxes - Extended Interview
( Phoenix, AZ )The Maricopa County Treasurer's office is in the process of sending about a million and a half tax bills and information statements to county home owners. It's no secret that valley home values have been skyrocketing over the last couple years, and many are concerned that means their property taxes are headed through the roof too. But Maricopa County Treasurer David Schweikert says, "Take a deep Breath. It doesn't work that way."
Morning Edition
Return to the Morning Edition resources at KJZZ.org
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 19, 2005
Listening to Students
( Gilbert, AZ )Claire Simmons, who teaches 2nd grade at Settler's Point Elementary School in the Gilbert School District, talks about lessons an elementary school teacher learns when given the time to listen to students.
Additional "I Am Your Chlid's Teacher" Interviews
Listen to additional "I Am Your Chlid's Teacher" interviews. You can also submit your own suggestions for future stories.
Suggest an I Am Your Child's Teacher Essay
If you are a teacher and you are interested in submitting a commentary for a segment of "Your Child's Teacher," please click here to fill out a form with a short description of what you would like to say.
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 17, 2005
Arizona Officials Reviewing Emergency Response Plans
More from Frank Navarrete
( Phoenix )Governor Napolitano is asking several state agencies to look into their emergency response plans. KJZZ's Mark Brodie speaks with the head of the Arizona Office of Homeland Security about what that entails, and how ready the state is to deal with a disaster.
Arizona Office of Homeland Security
Arizona Division of Emergency Management
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 16, 2005
Robrt Pela's Playbill Bio Makeover
( Phoenix, AZ )Actors and other theatre-types looking to clean up their mini-biographical act might consider this advice by theatre critic Robrt Pela.
Morning Edition
Return to the Morning Edition resources at KJZZ.org
Robrt Pela's reviews at phoenixnewtimes.com
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 16, 2005
Valley Events Kick Off Hispanic Heritage Month
( Phoenix, AZ )It's the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month. It starts in the middle of the month because the 15th is Independence Day for five Latin American countries. In the Valley two major conventions are underway. KJZZ's James Garcia recently sat down for a roundtable interview with organizers for each event, Sonia Rubalcava of the Hispanic Women's Conference, and David Garcia of the Arizona Latino Research Enterprise, which is hosting its first statewide town hall.
Morning Edition
Return to the Morning Edition resources at KJZZ.org
Arizona Republic Feature on ALRE's Town Hall
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 16, 2005
The Graduation Project
( Phoenix, AZ )George Thompson, an American history and government teacher at Nogales High School in Nogales, Arizona, talks about the "graduation project" where seniors are required to apply and exhibit learning by "showing not only what they know, but what they can do."
Additional "I Am Your Chlid's Teacher" Interviews
Listen to additional "I Am Your Chlid's Teacher" interviews. You can also submit your own suggestions for future stories.
Suggest an I Am Your Child's Teacher Essay
If you are a teacher and you are interested in submitting a commentary for a segment of "Your Child's Teacher," please click here to fill out a form with a short description of what you would like to say.
seniorproject.net
Learn more about The Senior Project program at seniorproject.net.
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 15, 2005
Interview with Ann Wheat of the Lost Boys Center
( Phoenix )KJZZ's Steve Goldstein interviewed Ann Wheat, co-founder of the Lost Boys Center in Phoenix, about the efforts to raise money to keep the Center's doors open.
[ Steve Goldstein ]
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 14, 2005
The Challenges of the Lost Boys
( Phoenix )In 2001, almost 4,000 young men from Sudan--known as the Lost Boys--were resettled in the U.S. They had survived years of civil war, along with the dangers of starvation and wild animal attacks. But though the Lost Boys left Sudan, they haven't been able to leave behind the memories of the intolerable conditions they faced. KJZZ's Steve Goldstein reports on the current challenges of the Lost Boys, including the impending shutdown of their community center in Phoenix.
[ Steve Goldstein ]
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 13, 2005
City Leaders Say Phoenix Meth Laws Tougher Than State's
( Phoenix )The Phoenix City Council has passed 2 new laws aimed at curbing crystal meth production. City leaders say they had to act because state lawmakers didn't go far enough during their last session. KJZZ's Mark Brodie speaks with one of the leaders of Phoenix's effort, City Councilman Tom Simplot.
[ Mark Brodie ]
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 12, 2005
Heard Museum Presents Work of Hector Ruiz
( Phoenix, AZ )The Heard Museum in downtown Phoenix has shown Native American culture for more than 75 years. But as one local critic recently wrote, the institution offers more than just "old pots" and artifacts. The museum also highlights the diversity and creativity of today's Indian people. Among several exhibits, the Heard is currently presenting the work of 34-year-old artist Hector Ruiz. KJZZ's James Garcia visited the museum and has this report.
Morning Edition
Return to the Morning Edition resources at KJZZ.org
www.heard.org
Visit the Heard Museum web site for information about this, and other exhibits.
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 12, 2005
Music Returns to Symphony Hall
( Phoenix, AZ )Symphony Hall re-opened Saturday night with a performance that included Igor Stravinsky's Firebird Suite. The sold-out audience sat in all new seats, walked on fresh carpeting and strolled through an expanded and much better looking lobby. KJZZ's Rene Gutel sat down with KBAQ's Music Director Sterling Beeaff to talk about the changes to Symphony Hall.
Morning Edition
Return to the Morning Edition resources at KJZZ.org
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 09, 2005
Marvin's Room
( Phoenix, AZ )KJZZ Theater critic Robrt Pela reviews Nearly Naked Theatre's production of Scott McPherson's "Marvin's Room" directed by Ron May.
Morning Edition
Return to the Morning Edition resources at KJZZ.org
Robrt Pela's reviews at phoenixnewtimes.com
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 06, 2005
Hurricane Katrina Evacuees Take up Shelter in Phoenix
( Phoenix, AZ )Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Phoenix has opened its doors to evacuees from Hurricane Katrina. The sports arena is now a temporary shelter for more than 550 former gulf coast residents. As KJZZ's Rene Gutel reports, many of the evacuees say they may stay in Arizona permanently.
Morning Edition
Return to the Morning Edition resources at KJZZ.org
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 05, 2005
Arizona's Labor Laws
( Phoenix, AZ )The ongoing strike at Northwest Airlines is causing some labor analysts to wonder whether unions are on the way out. Since Arizona is a right to work state, many believe that the role of unions here is diminished. But commentator Bob Oberstein says "hold on just a minute." He says most people are confused about the power of the state's labor laws.
Morning Edition
Return to the Morning Edition resources at KJZZ.org
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 04, 2005
Nintendo Rock Band Releases Studio CD
( Phoenix, AZ )A Phoenix-based Nintendo rock band we told you about a year ago is releasing its first studio CD. The Minibosses play rock covers of video game music and their fans are typically other gamers, who grew up on 8-bit consoles playing hits like Super Mario Brothers and Castlevania. KJZZ's Rene Gutel reports.
Previous Story on the Minibosses
Check out the previous story on the Minibosses by Rene Gutel.
Weekend Edition
Return to the Weekend Edition resources at KJZZ.org
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 03, 2005
Public to Get Look at Remodeled Symphony Hall
More from Phoenix's Jay Green
( Phoenix )Symphony Hall hosts its first public event Saturday, when people will get a chance to see what $18.5 million worth of renovations looks like. KJZZ's Mark Brodie got an advance tour of the remodled home of the Phoenix Symphony, Ballet Arizona, and the Arizona Opera.
Weekend Edition
Return to the Weekend Edition resources at KJZZ.org
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 02, 2005
First Friday Scrutinized by City Officials
( Phoeinx, AZ )Phoenix's downtown area will be in the spotlight tonight as thousands of people turn out to tour the dozens of art galleries that line Roosevelt between Central Avenue and 7th Street. It happens every first Friday of the month. But last month's event made headlines as Phoenix police converged on the area causing some to question the city's commitment to the arts.
Morning Edition
Return to the Morning Edition resources at KJZZ.org
Artlink
View information about FirstFriday at Artlink's web site.
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
September 02, 2005
Movin' Out
( Phoenix, AZ )Robrt Pela has a commentary on the road company production of "Movin' Out," a new musical conceived, choreographed, and directed by Twyla Tharp which features the music of Billy Joel.
Morning Edition
Return to the Morning Edition resources at KJZZ.org
Robrt Pela's reviews at phoenixnewtimes.com
Set Player | Permanent link | Comment on Story
