Robrt Pela

Most of us have a complicated relationship with death. The same goes for social media. With that in mind, KJZZ contributor Robrt Pela has something to say about Facebook posts and the afterlife.

Blaise Lantana, who has been KJZZ’s music director these past 32 years, is leaving the airwaves.

KJZZ contributor Robrt Pela headed to Space 55 Theatre last weekend, to look at a play about, among other things, the gentrification of downtown Phoenix. He’s got some thoughts.

As usual, KJZZ contributor Robrt Pela has something on his mind. This time, it’s about the growing trend in what Pela calls “cyber begging.” He’s not a fan of the GoFundMe posts he’s seeing more and more of these days.

The Valley has a well-earned reputation as a place that doesn't always honor its past. But Robrt Pela has a different story about one beloved spot.

KJZZ contributor Robrt Pela has been going to Durant’s for decades. About a year ago, he joined us in studio in the wake of news that the restaurant would be closing temporarily. After 75 years, it had been sold to new owners — the Mastro family, who own a couple other steakhouses in Phoenix.

Not so long ago, Roosevelt Street in Phoenix was quiet, with empty storefronts and little foot traffic. Then the artists arrived.

Today we wrap up this year's collection of Eating Christmas essays at a fancy steakhouse on Christmas Eve. As KJZZ contributor Robrt Pela explains, sometimes "fancy" can leave a bad taste in your mouth.

OG Phoenicians out there will likely recognize the name Norman Fierros. Fierros ran several restaurants here over the span of a few decades and his creative cuisine drew fans from all over.

The Show was live at Crescent Ballroom for an evening of conversations, music and stories. And no one tells a better story than longtime contributor Robrt Pela.