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What happens to animals in neglect and abuse cases while the court cases is in progress?
- Title
- What happens to animals in neglect and abuse cases while the court cases is in progress?
- Runtime
- 1:19
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/GO5VMjz6uA0
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- When the curtain goes up, where do the leaders of Black Theatre Troupe like to be? #explorearizona
- Runtime
- 1:09
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/XQcmKykzJfk
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- Rustler's Rooste | Check, Please! Arizona
- Runtime
- 8:30
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- Rustler’s Rooste is a mountaintop steakhouse featuring cowboy cuisine, breathtaking views and live entertainment.
From the moment you pull up, the Rustler’s Rooste experience begins. You may pass by a large bull at the entrance, dance to some live music, watch a magic show or order up some rattlesnake.
Owner Ken Nagel says, "Rustler's Rooste is a landmark. I mean, how many other restaurants are going to serve rattlesnake?"
Episode filmed in 2018.
Featured in this episode:
Rustler's Rooste: https://www.rustlersrooste.com/
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- How can volcanic ash help date fossil discoveries?
- Runtime
- 0:51
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/pk_ElWVbwU0
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- Working Forward: Unregulated
- Runtime
- 25:47
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- Arizona workers often face confusing, costly and unclear credentialing options when pursuing certifications through trade schools or tech bootcamps. Navigating these choices can be overwhelming. Host Kathleen Bade sits down with guests to dive into clear, credible certification pathways to help workers gain relevant skills, potential jobs and ensure long-term career success.
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- Working Forward: The Path Home
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- Military Veterans in Arizona, especially former combat medics, face a tough transition to civilian health care roles. Many struggle and find limited support, even as they bring critical skills and experience, given Arizona's statewide shortage of health care workers. Host Kathleen Bade and guests discuss health care training programs tailored for former medics.
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- Rehearsal or improv? Meet the filmmakers featured in Working Forward
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- 1:21
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- This month, we're sharing five short documentaries about work, complete with discussions with the filmmakers and local experts. Meet some of our filmmakers, and check out the full episodes @ArizonaPBS
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- How do therapy dogs help patients at Phoenix Children's Hospital?
- Runtime
- 0:46
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/pNUlLGcRSPs
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- Phoenix Cat Cafe offers a cup of coffee and a kitten to snuggle
- Runtime
- 0:28
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/6cq4ZX6g21g
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- Gadzooks Enchiladas and Soup | Check, Please! Arizona
- Runtime
- 6:42
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- Gadzooks serves customized enchiladas that have bold and unique flavors, and textures. Owner Aaron Pool says that enchiladas are his passion and that "literally every day of my life, I think about enchiladas.” Gadzooks is a locally-owned business that is expanding. The restaurant is counter service so each enchilada is prepared in an assembly-line fashion and then put into the open flame oven to warm. Customers can choose from a variety of vegetables, meats and other toppings.
Episode filmed in 2018.
Featured in this episode:
Gadzooks: https://www.gadzooksaz.com/
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- Working Forward: Unstoppable
- Runtime
- 25:47
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- Across Arizona and the nation, single mothers in college face some of the toughest challenges in higher education. Balancing coursework with parenting, battling childcare gaps, navigating financial hardship and managing rigid academic schedules often creates overwhelming barriers to success. But their determination to build a better life for themselves and their families is nothing short of inspiring.
In this episode of "Working Forward," host Kathleen Bade examines the systemic obstacles that student parents, especially single mothers, encounter as they work toward earning a degree. The discussion highlights how higher education can either reinforce inequality or serve as a transformative pathway to opportunity.
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- Working Forward: Finish Line
- Runtime
- 24:47
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- Across Arizona, older workers are facing a growing challenge: Ageism in the workplace. As industries evolve and technology rapidly advances, many seasoned professionals find themselves overlooked for promotions, retraining opportunities or even new jobs. Yet despite these obstacles, countless senior employees are proving that experience, resilience and adaptability don’t fade with age.
In this episode of "Working Forward," host Kathleen Bade explores the realities of workplace discrimination against older workers and the inspiring ways people are pushing back. From navigating shifting job markets to embracing new technologies, today’s older professionals are showing relevance is about mindset, not birthdate.
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- Title
- Is writing the second book easier? #booktube
- Runtime
- 1:32
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/5a7CITPv8jQ
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- Love travel, but want to know more about the places you're visiting? #exploretheworld
- Runtime
- 0:53
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/thza-Qb8J0w
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- What goes into planning Zoo Lights every year? @PhoenixZoo #explorearizona
- Runtime
- 1:03
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/4zVsnWjNlgY
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- Super Why Reading Camps bring literacy to young learners in Arizona
- Runtime
- 2:38
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- It was a special day for students at Litchfield Elementary School. Children who attended a Super Why Reading Camp headed home with tubs filled with books and school supplies, all part of a three-week program aimed at building early literacy skills.
Principal Denise Lundberg said she’s thrilled to host the reading camp at her school for the first time.
“In my experience, I have never found anything like this. Just because it is so interactive, and it is so comprehensive,” Lundberg said.
Behind the scenes, Arizona PBS staff members design and coordinate multiple Super Why Reading Camps, extending them to tribal communities including Leupp, Arizona. The goal is to provide children with strong literacy foundations at an early age.
Arizona PBS’ Senior Director of Education and Community Impact Kimberly Flack said the need is critical.
“We know Arizona’s literacy rate is lower,” Flack explained. “Kids aren’t n...
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- What is it like to spend time with the personal papers of a famous photographer?
- Runtime
- 1:07
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/erYUszkeHts
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- Undocumented children are being denied access to Head Start
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- 2:34
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- A new federal directive targets undocumented children and families by denying them access to the early childhood education program known as Head Start.
More than 17,000 children are enrolled in Head Start across the state. Researchers say children who receive early childhood education are less likely to break the law and are even likely to live longer.
“The implementation of the statute targets those most vulnerable at the end of the day, it really does,” said Eve Del Real, Director of Early Head Start and Head Start. “And when you think about who Head Start serves, it’s those most vulnerable.”
Del Real shared her thoughts on the recent Trump Administration’s directive to allow only U.S. citizen children to be a part of the program.
“As we know, SNAP benefits have been reduced, so have other health benefits. Head Start fills the gap in so many ways because we have integrated services.”
Head Start offers...
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- What's the background behind Lisa Gardner's new thriller, "Kiss Her Goodbye"? #authors #booktube
- Runtime
- 1:26
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/t10P0tjqg-w
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- "We wanted to create the absolute best Central Texas style barbecue we can" #explorearizona #foodie
- Runtime
- 1:00
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/1faiX1Xdd20
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- If you haven't tried Little Miss BBQ yet (anyone??), here's what to know | Check, Please! Arizona
- Runtime
- 8:37
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- This barbecue spot serves up the rich and smoky flavors of Central Texas at its two Valley locations with an emphasis on their beef products and great flavors.
With a simple menu served meat-market style, Little Miss BBQ offers a variety of different barbecue dishes served with side dishes that they have perfected to be as enticing as the meats. "It's awesome that we get compared to the best places in the world," owner Scott Holmes said. "That mission that we have of really creating amazing barbecue, treating people really well and having a place where people can have a great experience, we're doing it."
"Check, Please! Arizona" guest Aziel Koski highly recommends sampling the brisket and pulled pork, his typical order when he visits Little Miss BBQ. Koski also suggests trying out the three different in-house barbecue sauces, saying that "trying all the meats, you really see how all the sauces pair nicely with the meats."
Guests also praised th...
- Title
- Can you imagine an otter the size of a wolf? #prehistoriccreatures
- Runtime
- 1:25
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/Tn1kwwesOYk
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- What happened to swimming champ Henry Zguda? #bookrecommendations
- Runtime
- 1:36
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/ivyB0nncwjk
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- "I know that we're giving something to community that they really want." #explorearizona #foodie
- Runtime
- 1:01
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/3KDiukpIEN0
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- Try the rich seafood and fresh tomatoes at Vic & Ola's | Check, Please! Arizona
- Runtime
- 7:03
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- This family tribute to the owner's grandparents utilizes Southern Italian cuisine with the presence of fresh tomatoes and rich seafood.
Vic and Ola's places an emphasis on a fine dining experience with approachable food, with owner Sheila Bryson recommending everyone try their traditional lasagna and Isabella pasta. "When I walk into Vic and Ola's, it's magical," Bryson said. "We're giving something to the community that they really want."
"Check, Please! Arizona" guest Susan Sharp samples a new dish every time she visits Vic and Ola's, but this time, she enjoyed the fragrance of the rosemary lamb chops and the fresh bruschetta.
Guest Aziel Koski sampled the whipped ricotta, a popular appetizer served with bread. "The whipped ricotta was incredible," Koski said. "It was a very creamy ricotta with honeycomb on top, blistered tomatoes and roasted garlic. We really liked the balance between the sweet and savory components."
The menu ...
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- Volunteers provide help for homebound adults. Want to get involved?
- Runtime
- 0:51
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/VI4JHZzOAMI
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- Are bird populations struggling in Arizona? (We bet you can guess the reason) #explorearizona
- Runtime
- 0:46
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/ElR4rwNhS1g
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- Who's hosting Trail Mix'd Season 3? Meet Kristen! #explorearizona #hiking #trailmixd
- Runtime
- 0:50
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- We are thrilled to welcome @kgkeogh as the new face of Trail Mix'd Season 3! Get ready for new trails and new stories coming your way in early 2026.
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- How are water levels in Arizona this summer? #explorearizona #monsoon2025
- Runtime
- 1:28
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/DE0KRHyBLCg
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- Would you try chicken-fried bacon? We know where you can get some. #foodie
- Runtime
- 0:53
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/_hjmIj3iT_w
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- Are you 'Seriously Nuts Over Brunch'? Go here. | Brunch SNOB | Check, Please! Arizona
- Runtime
- 8:24
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- This Ahwatukee spot serves up brunch with a bite through its homemade food and fun atmosphere presenting classic items with unique spins. Despite its name, Brunch Snob is not an unapproachable kind of place, with SNOB actually standing for "Seriously Nuts Over Brunch." The environment is fun and casual dining where all are welcome.
Celene Hillsbery owns the restaurant with her husband, and the family team has been crafting eclectic dishes that impress everyone who walks through their door. "The best compliment I can get is for somebody to say, 'We love the place, the service is great, the food is great and we want to come back,'" Hillsbery said.
"Check, Please! Arizona" guest Dennis Weaver highly recommends the Cajun Shrimp and Grit Cake Benedict, which he says has an extra bite of spice. Guests also sampled the chicken fried bacon, a Brunch Snob original, and guest Gloria Brancaccio tried it alongside the huevos rancheros. "Kind of speechless," Brancaccio s...
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- What's in the expanded Arrowhead campus of Phoenix Children's Hospital?
- Runtime
- 1:26
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/DeUxcDUhRZI
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- What's it like to see your own eyes on the side of an apartment building? #explorearizona
- Runtime
- 0:44
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/vhhxLprHtPI
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- Poetry as therapy for veterans: how does it work?
- Runtime
- 1:34
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/id3Iu60xwmI
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- Looking for an old school Italian place in the Phoenix metro? Try this one. #explorearizona
- Runtime
- 0:56
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/aweH1CnV3gE
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- 3 great restaurants that stay open late #explorearizona #foodie #nightowl
- Runtime
- 0:36
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
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- We tried the creamy ricotta, and you should too | La Famiglia Pizza & Pasta | Check, Please! Arizona
- Runtime
- 7:22
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- This neighborhood family-owned Italian restaurant with a menu full of traditional Italian dishes has been a staple of the community for 25 years.
La Famiglia is known for its selection of pizza and pasta, made fresh in the kitchen every single day. Executive Chef Emilio Badalamenti cited the penne vodka pasta as their most popular dish but also says you "can't go wrong" with any of their thin-crust pizzas. "I've been making pizzas for over 35 years," Badalamenti said. "We try to have everything on the menu made in-house. You can taste the difference."
La Famiglia prides itself on expanding on old traditions and making new ones, and "Check, Please! Arizona" guests highly praised the traditional elements of the food and restaurant. Guest Gloria Brancaccio has used La Famiglia as a longstanding family spot where she has celebrated birthdays, anniversaries and more, and her favorite dish is the Pizza Bianco. "What makes it special is that ricotta is just so crea...
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- Need a great restaurant with a solid kids' menu? Try these. #explorearizona #foodie #familyfun
- Runtime
- 0:33
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
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- After the fire, what's the future for Grand Canyon Lodge? #explorearizona
- Runtime
- 0:44
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/XIMA55azpsQ
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- Where can you learn about women who helped build Chandler, Arizona? #explorearizona #arizonahistory
- Runtime
- 0:40
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/3olQMrd-_XU
- Title
- How do you find time to write a book? #writers #realtalk
- Runtime
- 0:34
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/dv9mdyR-eP0
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- Looking for a 'Helluva' lot of beers on tap? | Helluva Brewing Company | Check, Please! Arizona
- Runtime
- 8:52
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- Helluva Brewing Company is a neighborhood staple that fosters a fun, welcoming environment while also serving up in-house brews and excellent food. The menu boasts a wide selection of shareable dishes, custom burgers and beer-infused foods highlighting the brewery's wide array of drinks.
Helluva offers 18 to 20 beers on tap, six of which are flagship beers with the rest being seasonal beers that change out regularly. You can even sign up to receive text alerts that they send out whenever they drop new drinks.
"I want to get my guests to experience a feeling of togetherness," Owner Shawn Shepard said. "And an experience of having good food and good beer."
"Check, Please! Arizona" guest Natalie Gentry's go-to order is the bourbon barbecue burger, served with a peach-ale infused sauce and handmade fries. "It's a classic barbecue burger," Gentry said. "I love to dip the fries in their garlic aioli sauce." The classic flavors are present in all of t...
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- Why is the Phoenix Zoo releasing Chiricahua leopard frogs into the wild? #explorearizona
- Runtime
- 0:32
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/mSY923RAiJA
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- What's on the menu for Lom Wong chef who recently won a James Beard Award®? #explorearizona
- Runtime
- 1:12
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/pOTBUIcluRM
See more about Lom Wong: https://youtu.be/4Hv5N-o5sJw
- Title
- How do they pick instruments for the Musical Instrument Museum? #explorearizona #visitphoenix
- Runtime
- 0:45
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/OswZsdfC_aU
- Title
- Pastor who advocated for MLK Day in Arizona retires after more than 50 years' service
- Runtime
- 1:05
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/1lH0hNS27f8
- Title
- What can you expect from Squidsoup's new installation at SMoCA? #explorearizona
- Runtime
- 1:11
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/FqCOo76aMjE
- Title
- Does the summer movie season still exist? Is there anything you're excited to go see in theaters?
- Runtime
- 0:49
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/1Dd4dvWl0tE
- Title
- Who is Anna Sui, and what will you find at Phoenix Art Museum's new exhibit on her? #explorearizona
- Runtime
- 1:03
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- See the full conversation: https://youtu.be/HC2IMG4hnfo
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- We tried this THREE-TIME James Beard Award nominated restaurant | Valentine | Check, Please! Arizona
- Runtime
- 7:55
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- This modern Central Phoenix restaurant offers an eclectic twist on Southwestern fare and is renowned for its high-quality, unique dishes. Valentine's menu is one that features dishes for every meal, from breakfast to dinner, giving you the chance to visit at any time of day.
"The vibe is a casual, fun, neighborhood restaurant," Chef Donald Hawk said. "Somewhere you can pop in and grab a coffee in the morning, come back and maybe have a bite to eat."
"Check, Please! Arizona" guests highly praised the different dishes they sampled, noting the unique spins on popular meals. Guest Andrew Kolikoff acclaimed the hiramasa crudo, a fresh dish composed of hiramasa served in a citrusy mixture he said was so delicious he "wanted to dive in."
Multiple guests sampled the brunch menu, from the tamale bowl filled with fresh produce to the gluten-free churro waffle guests couldn't even tell was gluten-free.
"It's an exciting menu," said guest Nat...
