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July 25, 2025 | AZPM News Daily
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- July 25, 2025 | AZPM News Daily
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- 9 months ago
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- In today's headlines, the Dragon Bravo Fire prompts federal scrutiny. Governor Katie Hobbs says the Interior Secretary is promising an independent review of the fed's wildfire response. A Congresswoman was blocked from visiting a detained constituent. And Arizona's largest newspaper is moving its printing services to... Las Vegas. When was that a city in Arizona?
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- Data Center Dilemma | Project Blue and its impact on water, power, and jobs | The Press Room
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- 9 months ago
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- The company behind the Project Blue data center in Arizona appears to be Amazon Web Services. We speak to AZ Luminaria's John Washington, who broke the story, and unpack a community meeting about the proposed data center's impact on water, power, and jobs. Pima County Supervisor Jennifer Allen, Ian McDowell of Sundt Construction, and Caitlin Schmidt of the Tucson Spotlight join host Steve Goldstein to discuss the heated issue.
00:00:48 What is Project Blue?
00:01:28 Why might Project Blue be good for Tucson? What impact will it have on the construction sector?
00:02:24 Supervisor Jennifer Allen on her top concerns and why she voted "no"
00:05:47 Talking about the potential environmental impact of Project Blue
00:08:49 Will it create jobs?
00:13:41 Our panel of journalists join us to discuss the project
00:16:26 Why the NDA?
00:24:06 Switching gears to the fate of the Spanish Trails Motel in Tucson
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- Reprieve: Dana Roes
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- 9 months ago
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- Dana Roes, the newly appointed Dean of Arts, held her inaugural exhibition in Arizona at the LC Bernal Gallery, Pima Community College, from January to March 2025. Her abstract paintings delve into the essence of human existence. Much like our journey through life—navigating transitions, embodying resilience, and seeking meaning—Roes’ work explores these themes through introspective layers of color and texture. She strives to capture a sense of energetic tranquility reflecting on the dualities of hope and disappointment. Her paintings are just like our lives. They bear the marks of wounds in in the process of healing, evoking the quiet strength found in persistence and renewal as we continue to live.
After spending her entire career as an abstract painter, Dana Roes finds herself drawn to something new—something ancient, even.
" I've become fascinated by the idea of solid material—matter that existed long before life as we know it," she explains. "There's...
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- July 24, 2025 | AZPM News Daily
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- 9 months ago
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- In today's headlines, hundreds packed into a Vail high school last night to weigh in on a massive data center proposed for the area. Spoiler alert: people can think differently from one another, including on this issue. Arizona's first-ever Turquoise Alert helped law enforcement find a missing 6-year-old girl from Hawaii and yes, we'll explain what that alert system is all about. And here's one that might surprise you: a University of Arizona study found that the more campaign swag you buy, the less likely you are to vote.
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- "Poets Square: A Memoir in Thirty Cats"--Why Courtney Gustafson's book is resonating with more th...
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- 9 months ago
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- Also on Arizona Spotlight: Set sail for NPR's podcast, "Sea Camp"; and a new book makes native plant gardening in the Southwest accessible to all.
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- Exploring "Observational Ecology" with Alan Ruiz Berman
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- 9 months ago
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- Also on Arizona Spotlight: Local grassroots theater group debuts a new comedy/mystery; and how a local middle school teacher reclaimed her life after a tragic illness.
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- "Hidden Voices" reveals empathy and compassion on the streets of Tucson
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- 9 months ago
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- Also on Arizona Spotlight: Building bridges through interfaith connections; and the spiritual creations of artist, Quinton Antone.
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- The documentary "Final Vows" looks at a way of life that is disappearing
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- 9 months ago
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- Also on Arizona Spotlight: Retired Tucson architect Paula Holmes celebrates 100 years; and "Stories that Soar!" shares an amphibious love story.
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- How southern Arizona could hold clues to Mars' past
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- 9 months ago
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- The Sonoran Desert region called Pinacate is often compared to other worlds in our Solar System. David Crown with the Tucson-based Planetary Science Institute explains how researchers are comparing Pinacate's ancient lava flows to photographs taken of Mars by robotic explorers. David Crown spoke with Tim Swindle, professor emeritus of Planetary Science at the University of Arizona.
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- Coyote Task Force: Destigmatizing Mental Health one Meal and Garment at a Time
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- 9 months ago
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- Emanating beyond the doors of three unassuming store fronts in downtown Tucson, is an extraordinary abundance of love, compassion and community. Nestled on the one-way street of Pennington, these three spaces: Re-Threads, Our Place Clubhouse and Café 54 operate under the umbrella of Coyote Task Force. For the past 30 years they have provided employment-focused training for adults recovering from serious mental illness. It’s here where members come to avoid isolation, gain community and the confidence to re-enter the broader workforce. With recent cuts to Medicaid, their member’s health, safety and quality of life now hangs in the balance.
Producer: Cáit NíSiómón
Videographer: Bob Lindberg, Daniel Ramirez
Editor: Nate Huffman, Daniel Ramirez
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- July 23, 2025 | AZPM News Daily
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- 9 months ago
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- In today's headlines, Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari says she was turned away from visiting her own constituents at an immigration detention center in Eloy. One of President Trump's top allies in Arizona is now pushing the feds for Jeffrey Epstein's case files. And homeowners' insurance premiums are going up faster than inflation. Tony Perkins looks at how wildfire threats are fanning the flames of rising costs.
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- Toltecalli High School Students Run Food Pantry to Feed Elderly Tucson Neighbors
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- 9 months ago
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- At Toltecalli High School, students aren’t just learning about their community—they’re actively working to strengthen it. As part of the Community-Based Education (CBE) course, a group of dedicated students will take charge of a food distribution event, providing fresh produce and healthy essentials to local families. More than just an act of service, this initiative gives students hands-on experience in leadership, teamwork, and civic engagement. Through their efforts, they’re not only addressing food insecurity in Tucson but also building a stronger, more connected community—one meal at a time.
Producer: John DeSoto
Videographer: Diana Cadena
Editor: John DeSoto
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- July 22, 2025 | AZPM News Daily
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- 9 months ago
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- In today's headlines, we're feeling Blue! Just kidding. Local news outlet Arizona Luminaria broke a story yesterday evening revealing the mystery behind the mask with Project Blue. Tomorrow, the City of Tucson is hosting a public meeting where local residents can learn more about the proposed data center near the Pima County Fairgrounds. Let's just say city and county officials, as well as residents, have mixed feelings. Meanwhile, we're in the heart of Monsoon Season and a tiny insect is responsible for outshining the lightning! Scientists are studying fireflies throughout the state.
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- Tucson artist George Strasburger likes to observe and paint marginalized populations
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- 9 months ago
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- George Strasburger is a Tucson-based artist who grew up in Scranton, PA and was influenced by his blue collar, hardworking neighborhood as well as church murals when he was a child. He frequently focuses on people who are struggling (“on the fringes”) and some of his paintings’ titles include Giving Aid to the Wounded Man, Two Men on A Trail, and The Prisoner. Strasburger has exbited locally and other cities such as Las Vegas, and Phoenix, and has been awarded for his work including BEST IN SHOW AWARD at the Arizona Artist Guild Exhibition in April 2025.
Producer: Tony Paniagua
Videographer: Diana Cadena and Daniel Ramirez
Editor: Diana Cadena
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- July 21, 2025 | AZPM News Daily
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- In today's headlines, Tucson politics are heating up. Tucson Unified School District board member Sadie Shaw is setting her sights on a new seat — this time on the Tucson City Council. Meanwhile, Arizona's election systems had a brush with digital drama. Hackers swooped in just weeks before a special congressional primary, tampering with candidate information. But not all news is grim! If you drive a Hyundai or Kia, you might breathe a little easier. Arizona just saw a 20% drop in car thefts halfway through the year.
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- Hollywood at Home: A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum (1966) INSIDE LOOK VICTORIA LUCAS
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- 9 months ago
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- A wily Roman slave schemes to earn his freedom by romantically uniting his master with a courtesan. But matters get complicated and he ends up dragging in his neighbors around him, leading to chaos.
Cast: Zero Mostel, Phil Silvers, Buster Keaton.
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- Arizona Illustrated 1145: Texas Canyon, Female Boxing & Lisa Scott
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- This week on Arizona Illustrated… meet Lisa Scott a Vail teacher who won’t let anything get in her way; see scenic Texas Canyon like never before; a local group of women are stepping into the ring and challenging expectations and artist Rebecca wilder shows us all how to see things from the other side.
The Unbreakable Lisa Scott
A beloved Vail teacher is navigating her new normal as a quadruple amputee after what she thought was a typical kidney stone turned out to be sepsis.
Texas Canyon – Geology and Trails
One hour east of Tucson on I-10 is a geologic marvel. But this granite boulder field could only be seen from a rest stop; until now. The Amerind Foundation created the Texas Canyon Nature Preserve and miles of trails so visitors can explore this incredible landscape.
Unboxing T-Town – The Rise of its female fighters
T-Town Boxing and Fitness in Tucson once had only a trickle of female memb...
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- Unboxing T-Town: The Rise of its Female Fighters.
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- 9 months ago
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- Hollywood at Home: A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum (1966)
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- A wily Roman slave schemes to earn his freedom by romantically uniting his master with a courtesan. But matters get complicated and he ends up dragging in his neighbors around him, leading to chaos.
Cast: Zero Mostel, Phil Silvers, Buster Keaton.
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- July 18, 2025 | AZPM News Daily
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- One arizona Democrat says congress could change its mind on spending cuts; Raul Grijalva's name may go on a building; what looks like magic could be psychology instead; and more...
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- How magic tricks can help us understand how our brains work
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- 9 months ago
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- Magicians have fascinated audiences for centuries. University of Arizona psychologist Eve Isham describes how magicians and illusionists use science to develop their effects and the connection with the inner workings of the mind. Eve Isham spoke with Leslie Tolbert Ph.D Regent's professor emerita in Neuroscience at the University of Arizona.
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- Adelita Grijalva beats Deja Foxx in CD7 primary, more on Project Blue | The Press Room
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- 9 months ago
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- Adelita Grijalva dominates Deja Foxx and Daniel Hernandez in CD7 Democratic primary, and the "Project Blue" data center will require more water, electricity, and locations than previously thought. Dylan Wells of the Washington Post, Joe Ferguson from Tucson Agenda, Dylan Smith of the Tucson Sentinel, and AZPM’s Hannah Cree join host Steve Goldstein to discuss a busy week in Southern Arizona.
00:00:45 Adelita Grijalva wins the CD7 special election primary by nearly 40 points
00:01:16 Washington Post reporter Dylan Wells gives three takeaways to the primary results
00:04:27 What future does Deja Foxx have in poltics?
00:10:25 Our panel of journalists joins us
00:10:41 The panel discusses the CD7 primary results
00:12:29 Looking at Deja Foxx's fundraising
00:16:52 Why did Daniel Hernandez struggle?
00:20:15 More on the Project Blue data center, including estimates of water and power use from the city of Tucson
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- The Other Side/El Otro Lado, an illustrated book about trusting a stranger in the Sonoran Desert
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- 9 months ago
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- Rebecca Wilder is a painter, designer and a book artist. She is fascinated by the light, large horizons, skies, and the magic of the natural world. One day while driving back home late at night, she met a stranger by the road in the middle of the desert who was rolling a flat tire. This is how the story in the illustrated book ‘El Otro Lado /The Other Side’ starts. It became An Arizona Daily Star’s Favorite Book in 2024. This story you will watch now is not only Rebecca Wilder’s journey to become an artist but also her journey about taking a leap of faith into trust.
Producer: Özlem Ayşe Özgür
Videographer: Diana Cadena, Nate Huffmann
Editor: Nate Huffmann
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- July 17, 2025 | AZPM News Daily
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- Bringing good trouble to Tucson; Democrats oust their state leader; Kyrsten Sinema's checkbook comes under scrutiny; and more...
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- The Unbreakable Lisa Scott
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- A beloved Vail teacher is navigating her new normal as a quadruple amputee after what she thought was a typical kidney stone turned out to be sepsis.
Producer: Emily Beck
Videographer: Nate Huffman and Bob Lindberg
Editor: Bob Lindberg
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- July 16, 2025 | AZPM News Daily
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- The monsoon rain didn't stop Tuesday's election; two animal welfare group join forces; an alert program helps people steer clear of flash floods; and more...
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- Texas Canyon Trails: Explore Recently Opened Trails Featuring Geologic Marvels
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- 9 months ago
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- One hour east of Tucson on I-10 is a geologic marvel. But this granite boulder field could only be seen from a rest stop. Until now. The Amerind Foundation created the Texas Canyon Nature Preserve and miles of trails so visitors can explore this incredible landscape.
Producer: David Fenster
Editor: Nate Huffman
Videographers: Nate Huffman, David Fenster
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- July 15, 2025 | AZPM News Daily
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- The county attorney seethes over ICE seizing a murder suspect; Tucson gets more money to treat forever chemicals; Remembering the Grand Canyon Lodge; and more...
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- Hollywood at Home: Catch Me If You Can (2002)
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- 9 months ago
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- An FBI agent makes it his mission to put cunning con man Frank Abagnale Jr. behind bars. But Frank not only eludes capture, he revels in the pursuit.
Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks, Christopher Walken, Martin Sheen.
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- Unboxing T-Town: The Rise of its Female Fighters
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- 9 months ago
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- T-Town Boxing and Fitness in Tucson once had only a trickle of female members but now hosts a steady stream of women of all ages and backgrounds stepping into the ring, redefining strength and challenging expectations. In this story we question the rise in its popularity: is it the inclusion in the Olympics or the success of new role models like Claressa Shields and Amanda Serrano? Do motivations run deeper as forms of self-defense, stress relief, physical and mental empowerment, or simply a unique community women can push themselves without judgment or limitations? One thing’s for sure, is the undeniable spirit of these women who are proving that the ring is a place for everyone to find their fight.
Producer: Cáit NíSiómón
Videographer: Diana Cadena
Editor: Diana Cadena
#womensboxing #fightlikeagirl #femaleempowerment #boxingtraining #strongwomen #Claressa Shields #Amanda Serrano
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- July 14, 2025 | AZPM News Daily
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- 9 months ago
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- Wildfire claims a historic Grand Canyon lodge; volunteers tell of coming face to face with ICE agents and their guns; rural hospitals fear the coming medicaid cuts; and more...
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- Arizona Illustrated 1144: Juneteenth & O’odham Art, Adaptive Golf
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- 9 months ago
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- This week on Arizona Illustrated…Tucson celebrates Juneteenth with the second annual art expo at the Drawing Studio, the University of Arizona’s Adaptive Golf Team is redefining the game and meet Harrison Preston, a Wa:k O’odham artist preserving his heritage through clay.
Juneteenth Art Expo
For over 150 years Juneteenth has been a celebration for African Americans across the country. Here in Tucson for the second year in a row The Drawing Studio hosts their Juneteenth Art Expo which boasts over 100 pieces of African and Pan-African Art. With painting, poetry, music, digital art, and more, they show people how they truly embody the spirit of Juneteenth.
Adaptive Golf Team
The University of Arizona’s Adaptive Golf Team is redefining the game - proving that golf is for everyone. Meet the athletes pushing past obstacles, building friendships, and showing that anything is possible on the green.
Harrison Presto...
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- Hollywood at Home: Catch Me If You Can (2002)
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- An FBI agent makes it his mission to put cunning con man Frank Abagnale Jr. behind bars. But Frank not only eludes capture, he revels in the pursuit.
Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks, Christopher Walken, Martin Sheen.
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- July 11, 2025 | AZPM News Daily
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- Arizona food banks brace for cuts to food aid; The race for congress narrows down to two contenders; a lot of people will be jumping out of perfectly good airplanes; and more...
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- Asking Journalists about NPR lingo
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- 9 months ago
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- What's a cut and copy?? We talk with five #journalists about public radio lingo on this episode of The Press Room. #news #newshorts #npr #publicmedia
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- Massive ICE funding increase, Medicaid cuts, and unexpected drama in the CD7 race | The Press Room
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- 9 months ago
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- ICE's staggering $75 billion funding increase and cuts to Medicaid with the "Big, Beautiful Bill," the DOJ releasing fliers asking immigrants to self-deport, and the unexpected drama of Arizona's CD7 race.
John Washington of Arizona Luminaria, Jim Nintzel of the Tucson Sentinel, Caitlyn Schmidt of Tucson Spotlight, and Danyelle Khmara of AZPM News join host Steve Goldstein to spill all the tea on this week's top news stories in southern Arizona.
00:00:57 ICE receives a huge funding Increase
00:06:20 Representative Juan Ciscomani's vote on the Big, Beautiful Bill
00:08:26 How will Medicaid cuts affect healthcare in Arizona?
00:10:47 What does it mean to be "primaried?" And are Arizona politicians worried about it?
00:12:01 An AZ Central story on printed fliers asking immigrants to deport themselves
00:17:14 How much money have each of the CD7 candidates raised for their campaign? How are polls looking with the special election pri...
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- Juneteenth Art Expo
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- 9 months ago
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- For over 150 years Juneteenth has been a celebration for African Americans across the country. Here in Tucson for the second year in a row The Drawing Studio hosts their Juneteenth Art Expo which boasts over 100 pieces of African and Pan-African Art. With painting, poetry, music, digital art, and more, they show people how they truly embody the spirit of Juneteenth.
Producer: Chance Ellison
Videographer: Danny Sax
Editor: Danny Sax
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- July 10, 2025 | AZPM News Daily
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- The Pima County Sheriff's Department broke its own policies; Lawmakers want to keep limits on the right to abortion; new Turquoise alerts are in effect; and more...
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- Hollywood at Home: Scrooged (1988) INSIDE LOOK WITH VICTORIA LUCAS
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- A selfish, cynical television executive is haunted by three spirits bearing lessons on Christmas Eve.
Cast: Bill Murray, Karen Allen, John Forsythe.
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- Harrison Preston: From Dust to Art
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- 9 months ago
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- Harrison Preston, a Wa:k O’odham artist, is a traditional basket weaver and potter whose work bridges the past and the present. He creates both traditional and contemporary pieces, always with a deep respect for the cultural practices that shape his art. Raised and still living on the San Xavier Indian Reservation (Wa:k)—a district of the Tohono O’odham Nation just south of Tucson, Arizona—Harrison is dedicated to preserving his heritage through every weave and curve of clay.
Producer: Özlem Ayşe Özgür
Videographer: Diana Cadena
Editor: Nate Huffmann
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- July 9, 2025 | AZPM News Daily
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- The fallout from Donald Trump's funding cuts hits a local school district hard; Ruben Gallego heads for Iowa; The perils of teaching in a post COVID world; and more...
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- Adaptive Golf Team at the University of Arizona | Swinging Past Barriers
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- 9 months ago
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- The University of Arizona’s Adaptive Golf Team is redefining the game - proving that golf is for everyone. Meet the athletes pushing past obstacles, building friendships, and showing that anything is possible on the green.
Producer: Dennis Fitzgerald and Laura Holánszky
Videographer: Diana Cadena
Editor: Diana Cadena
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- July 8, 2025 | AZPM News Daily
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- New drones are taking to the air along the border; The big beautiful bill spends billions along the border; the congressional primary is drawing to a close; and more...
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- Renaissance: The Blood and the Beauty PREVIEW
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- The greatest artworks in western civilization emerged from one of the bloodiest periods in history. This series explores the lives of three of the greatest artists in history – Michelangelo, Leonardo and Raphael – as they craft beauty from chaos.
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- July 7, 2025 | AZPM News Daily
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- Fears that more border wall construction could spell disaster; Who's ahead in fundraising for the open congressional seat; a hard-right conservative is fighting a plan to tax EVs; and more...
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- Arizona Illustrated 1143: Para Swim, O’odham Art, FRESH & CREAM
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- 10 months ago
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- This week on Arizona Illustrated… we’ll introduce you to the only para swim team in the country; Quinton Antone is using traditional Tohono O’odham themes to blaze a new creative path; an innovative project is creating healthier food boxes, and meet the creative team at Cream Design and Print.
Para Swimming Team
The University of Arizona is home to the only collegiate para swim team in the United States, where swimmers with various disabilities unite under the hands of Laura Utsch. Skyler, Libby and Noah each adapted an overcame – like true champions.
Quinton Antone – Tohono O’odham Artistry
Quinton Antone is a multimedia artist of Tohono O’odham and Kiowa heritage, born and raised in Sells, Arizona, on the Tohono O’odham reservation. What sets Quinton apart is his ability to respectfully adapt ceremonial elements into secular art, making spiritual themes accessible to a broader audience. His creations are deeply rooted in stor...
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- Hollywood at Home: Scrooged (1988) TRIVIA
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- A selfish, cynical television executive is haunted by three spirits bearing lessons on Christmas Eve.
Cast: Bill Murray, Karen Allen, John Forsythe.
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- July 3, 2025 | AZPM News Daily
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- Arizona's six Republican House members voted in favor of President Donald Trump's “Big Beautiful Bill” Thursday afternoon, while Arizona's two House Democrats opposed it; residents living near the South32 Hermosa Mine Project may see their well levels affected; Wednesday's first monsoon of the season may be short-lived heading into the holiday weekend; and more...
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- What federal funding cuts will mean for local non-profit organizations | The Press Room
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- We talk with the Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation, the Arts Foundation for Tucson and Southern Arizona, and the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona about what dramatic federal funding cuts will mean for their programs, and how they'll try to respond.
GUESTS: Lee Bucyk, Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation; Adriana Gallego, The Arts Foundation for Tucson and Southern Arizona; Chris Firmage, The Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona.
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- Quinton Antone – Tohono O’odham Artistry
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- 10 months ago
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- Quinton Antone is a multimedia artist of Tohono O’odham and Kiowa heritage, born and raised in Sells, Arizona, on the Tohono O’odham reservation. What sets Quinton apart is his ability to respectfully adapt ceremonial elements into secular art, making spiritual themes accessible to a broader audience. His creations are deeply rooted in storytelling, reflecting the rich tapestry of Native American folklore and cultural narratives. Quinton is dedicated to evolving his artistic voice, exploring new media.
Producer: Özlem Ayşe Özgür
Videographer: Özlem Ayşe Özgür, Diana Cadena
Editor: Robert Lindberg
