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JD Vance campaigns in the Valley, while the son of a longtime Arizona Republican politician endorses Kamala Harris. Our Friday NewsCap panelists analyze those and the rest of the week’s top stories. Plus, legendary jazz saxophonist Joshua Redman on how he learned to trust his intuition.
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Heidi Zeiger PhotographyFor The Show's Sam Dingman, a core skill in his job is talking to people, and he often thinks about how he does it. But Dingman asks “how does he do that?!” of how jazz musicians are able to improvise. He spoke more about it with Joshua Redman, a Grammy-nominated saxophonist. -
Amber Victoria Singer/KJZZTo talk about some new polls on the initiatives that’ll be on the November ballot, JD Vance campaigning in the Valley and more, The Show sat down with Marcus Dell’Artino of First Strategic and Gaelle Esposito of Creosote Partners. -
Office of Miss Navajo NationSaturday evening, the 72nd Miss Navajo Nation will be crowned in Window Rock. And this isn’t your average beauty pageant. Instead of parading in high heels or pageant gowns, the six contestants have spent this week butchering a sheep and demonstrating their fluency in the Diné language and culture. Amy N. Reeves-Begaye, the current Miss Navajo Nation, joined The Show to talk about this.
Previous Episodes
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Attorney General Kris Mayes is among a group of AGs trying to block the merger between Kroger and Albertsons. We’ll hear why supporters of the deal think it’ll benefit consumers. And, how the state is turning highways into pollinating grounds for butterflies.
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A New York investment firm has bought thousands of acres in La Paz County — and the water underneath it. We’ll hear from one county official who is worried about where that water will end up. Plus, from enchiladas to ice cream — it’s Hatch chile season in the Southwest.
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Ruben Gallego has won the endorsement of an Arizona police union in his race for the U.S. Senate. Why that’s causing some concern among progressives. And, our Last Resorts series continues, with a look at how Scottsdale carved out its niche as a resort city.
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Revisit stories from the Saguaro Land series, exploring life in the Sonoran Desert. Hear from a longtime photographer, find out how an artist makes dye from non-native plants and explore the desert in bloom. That and more on The Show.
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The Show for Aug. 30, 2024: Ignore the polls — Arizona's presidential election will be a barn burnerA judge heard arguments about whether the case against the so-called fake electors should be dismissed. Our Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week’s top stories. Plus, a group of RFK Jr. supporters reckons with Kennedy's endorsement of former President Donald Trump.
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Scientists have long known that trees can be helpful allies in the fight against climate change. New research finds they may be even more beneficial than originally thought. And, our Staying Power series continues with ASU President Michael Crow and his decades of influence on the Valley.
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A growing number of LGBTQ+ Mormons are speaking out and organizing a conference to support each other. We’ll hear why one of their leading voices has stayed in the church as a gay man. Plus, how zoos went from private menageries to public institutions.
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The Secure the Border Act will go to voters in November — asking to let local officers carry out federal immigration law. We’ll hear how one border sheriff plans to enforce it. Plus, in the next installment of our Last Resorts series, the surprising stretch of Phoenix roadway that was once the place to stay.
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Both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are proposing to do away with taxes on the tips workers earn. One tax expert thinks that’s a bad idea. Plus, taking on Shakespeare — and celebrating him — in the borderlands.
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Arizonans — both Democrats and Republicans — made appearances at the Democratic National Convention. Our Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week’s top stories. Plus, our Made in Arizona series continues with a Diné maker who shows us how to craft a hat from crown to brim.