Best Arizona PBS Podcasts (2024)

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Grief Awareness Day 1:29

8h ago1:29

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In honor of Grief Awareness Day, we’re telling the stories of two composers who channeled their grief into their music. As aired on KBACH on August 27.By Arizona PBS

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National Radio Day 1:29

6d ago1:29

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In this episode we celebrate National Radio Day by taking a look back at the history of classical music aired on radio. As aired on KBACH August 20th.By Arizona PBS

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Festival of Obon 1:29

21d ago1:29

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This week on Take Note, we learn about the Festival of Obon, a Japanese tradition dating back over 500 years. In this episode, we will dive into the folk music behind this special holiday. As aired on KBACH on August 13.By Arizona PBS

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National Friendship Day 1:29

28d ago1:29

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Celebrated every year on the first Sunday of August is National Friendship Day. Friendship is one of the sweetest joys of life, and in this episode we’ll hear music inspired by friendship and learn about some musical friends. As aired on KBACH on August 6th.By Arizona PBS

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National Sisters Day 1:29

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This week on Take Note, we’re celebrating National Sisters Day with two sisters who made names for themselves in music history. As aired on KBACH on July 30th.By Arizona PBS

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South Asian Heritage Month 1:29

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In this episode we recognize South Asian Heritage as it is celebrated from July 18th through August 17th, and learn about the musical traditions of the countries within the region. As aired on KBACH July 23rd.By Arizona PBS

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La Paz Day 1:29

2M ago1:29

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This week on Take Note, we’re exploring La Paz Day, celebrated in Bolivia on July 16th to honor the country's uprising against the Spanish in 1809, featuring cultural festivities and reflections on the city's Andean heritage, alongside a rich tapestry of Bolivian music embodying indigenous rhythms, Spanish influences, and modern innovations, showca…

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French American Heritage Month 1:29

2M ago1:29

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In this episode we celebrate French American Heritage Month and honor the contributions and achievements of French Americans throughout history. As aired on KBACH on July 9th.By Arizona PBS

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Canada Day 1:29

2M ago1:29

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This week on Take Note, we’re celebrating Canada Day! Tune in to hear how this holiday is celebrated in Canada. As aired on KBACH on July 2.By Arizona PBS

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Pride Month: Ethel Smyth 1:29

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This week on Take Note, we’re observing Pride Month with an episode dedicated to English composer Ethel Smyth. As aired on KBACH on June 25th.By Arizona PBS

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Juneteenth: Sawney Freeman 1:29

3M ago1:29

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In honor of Juneteenth, we’re taking the opportunity to examine the life of the newly rediscovered composer and fiddle player Sawney Freeman, who was perhaps the first Black composer to have his work published. As aired on KBACH on June 18th. Music edited and arranged by Anthony Pandolfe Jr., Recorded and mixed by Glenn Goettler. Performed on Satur…

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National Children's Day 1:29

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This week on Take Note, we’re celebrating National Children’s Day with a work written by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart when he was only five years old. As aired on KBACH on June 11th.By Arizona PBS

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World Environment Day 1:29

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This week on Take Note, it’s World Environment Day, and we’re celebrating with two distinct works inspired by nature. As aired on KBACH on June 4th.By Arizona PBS

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Jewish American Heritage Month 1:29

3M ago1:29

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In this episode we explore Jewish music and the impact it has had on American Culture in honor of Jewish Heritage Month. As aired on KBACH on May 28.By Arizona PBS

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Old Time Player Piano Day 1:29

3M ago1:29

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This week on Take Note, it’s a rather unusual holiday…Old Time Player Piano Day! Tune in to hear the history of this unique instrument. As aired on KBACH on May 21st.By Arizona PBS

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Mother's Day 1:29

4M ago1:29

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This past week Sunday was Mother’s Day, and on this episode of Take Note, we would like to celebrate one mother who was also a composer and the first woman to receive a Guggenheim fellowship. As aired on KBACH on May 14.By Arizona PBS

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Mental Health Awareness Month 1:29

4M ago1:29

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In this episode we observe Mental Health Awareness Month, recognizing that mental illness affects people of all ages, races, and backgrounds, and we explore how helpful music can be in these issues As aired on KBACH on May 7th.By Arizona PBS

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S5E8: Jennifer Frey | Reviving Liberal Learning in a Pursuit of Virtue, Happiness, and Meaning of Life 34:32

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In this episode, Henry Thompson and Dr. Jennifer Frey, Dean of the Honors College at the University of Tulsa, discuss the challenges and opportunities facing liberal education. She addresses the prevailing utilitarian mindset in universities, where education is often reduced to job training rather than a pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty. Dr. …

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Asian American/Pacific Islander Heritage Month 1:29

4M ago1:29

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In this episode we celebrate Asian American/Pacific Islander Heritage by promoting awareness for the history and traditions while experiencing AAPI art and music. As aired on KBACH on April 30.By Arizona PBS

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Arab American Heritage Month 1:29

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Arab American Heritage Month is celebrated annually in April to recognize the contributions and achievements of Arab Americans in the United States and celebrate their rich cultural heritage. The Arab American community is diverse, with roots tracing back to regions in North Africa and Western Asia.By Arizona PBS

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Scottish American Heritage Month 1:29

5M ago1:29

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This week on Take Note, we're celebrating Scottish American Heritage month by learning just a bit about the music and the musicians of Scottish descentBy Arizona PBS

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National Sibling Day 1:29

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This week on Take Note, we're looking at two influential sibling pairs in music. As aired on KBACH on April 9.By Arizona PBS

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S5E7: Lucas Morel | Reimagining Patriotism: MLK, Frederick Douglass, and the Beloved Community 36:52

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Featuring Lucas Morel, professor of politics at Washington and Lee University. Morel delves into the complex relationship between patriotism and the experiences of Black Americans, as exemplified by the legacies of Martin Luther King Jr. and Frederick Douglass. Despite facing profound injustices and obstacles, both leaders ultimately embraced Ameri…

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April Fool's Day 1:29

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This week on Take Note, learn the origins of April Fool's Day and how Brahms pranked his friend! As aired on KBACH on April 2.By Arizona PBS

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Piano Day 1:29

5M ago1:29

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This week on Take Note, we're learning about the history of the piano in honor of Piano Day. As aired on KBACH on March 26.By Arizona PBS

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International Teach Music Week 1:29

6M ago1:29

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This week on Take Note we're celebrating International Teach Music Week with the sounds of Tchaikovsky. As aired on KBACH on March 19.By Arizona PBS

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Irish Heritage Month 1:29

6M ago1:29

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In this episode we celebrate Irish American Heritage and how it has a large influence on American culture through music. As aired on KBACH on March 12By Arizona PBS

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S5E6: Hans Zeiger | Higher Education and Donor Impact 21:52

6M ago21:52

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In this episode, we speak with Hans Zeiger, the President of the Jack Miller Center, the nationwide network of scholars and teachers. We delve into the intricate interplay of ideas, economics, and donor influence within the realm of higher education; Zeiger provides a unique perspective on challenges facing universities, from the economic pressures…

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Women's History Month: In the Orchestra 1:29

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In this episode we celebrate Women’s History Month by recognizing the women who paved the way for gender inclusion in Western Art Music institutions. As aired on KBACH on March 5By Arizona PBS

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Observance of Lent 1:28

6M ago1:28

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In this episode we take a listen to the music that has been written for the Christian observance of Lent. As aired on KBACH on February 27.By Arizona PBS

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World Day of Social Justice 1:29

7M ago1:29

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For this episode of Take Note, we would like to recognize artists who have put themselves on the frontlines of social change through their music. As aired on KBACH on February 20.By Arizona PBS

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Mardi Gras 1:29

7M ago1:29

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This week on Take Note, it's the history of the music behind Mardi Gras. As aired on KBACH on February 13th.By Arizona PBS

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Black History Month: Lesser-Known Composers 1:29

7M ago1:29

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In this episode we celebrate Black History Month by recognizing those composers who made an impact on classical music, though they were not remembered in the history books. As aired on KBACH on February 6th.By Arizona PBS

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S5E5: Robert P. George | Navigating Free Speech Challenges in the Age of Ideological Conformism 47:38

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Robert P. George serves as the sixth McCormick Professor of Jurisprudence and director of the James Madison Program in American Ideals and Institutions at Princeton University. Henry and George discuss respecting free speech rights on campus (and beyond) for all perspectives, distinguishing genuine free speech from incitement to violence. George ad…

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Black History Month: Famous Black Composers 1:29

7M ago1:29

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In this episode we celebrate Black History Month by honoring black musicians and composers who have set the standard, making an impact on classical music. As aired on KBACH on January 30th.By Arizona PBS

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Mariachi Day 1:29

7M ago1:29

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In this episode celebrate Mariachi Day by exploring the origins of mariachi music and what led it to become widely celebrated today. As aired on KBACH on January 23rd.By Arizona PBS

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Lunar New Year 1:29

8M ago1:29

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On this episode, we are celebrating the Lunar New Year with the music of Zhou Tian. As aired on KBACH on January 16.By Arizona PBS

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Clean Your Desk Day 1:29

8M ago1:29

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This week on Take Note, it’s Clean Your Desk Day! Are you as messy as Beethoven? Or as tidy as Shostakovich? As aired on KBACH on January 9th.By Arizona PBS

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S5E4: Zachary Shore | America’s Ethical Crossroads: Deciphering Vengeance and Virtue in History and Policy 31:34

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Professor of History at the Naval Postgraduate School and Senior Fellow at the Institute of European Studies, University of California, Berkeley Zach Shore examines the United States' critical ethical decisions during and after the World War II. Key issues include the internment of Japanese Americans, nuclear attacks on civilians, and punitive poli…

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Women Rock! Day 1:29

8M ago1:29

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Today on Take Note, we’re celebrating Women Rock! Day by going back to the Godmother of Rock ‘n’ Roll: Sister Rosetta Tharpe. As aired on KBACH on January 2.By Arizona PBS

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Kwanzaa 1:29

8M ago1:29

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This week on Take Note, we’re celebrating Kwanzaa and the music that plays an important role as one of the binding forces bringing African and African American cultures together. As aired on KBACH on December 26thBy Arizona PBS

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Go Caroling Day 1:29

9M ago1:29

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In this episode we celebrate Go Caroling Day by exploring the origins of caroling and how it has become a regular component of holiday celebrations. As aired on KBACH on December 19th.By Arizona PBS

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Violin Day 1:29

9M ago1:29

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In this episode we celebrate National Violin Day by exploring the origins of the violin and recognizing the role the violin has in music around the world. As aired on KBACH on December 12th.By Arizona PBS

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S5E3: James R. Stoner | Unraveling the Tapestry of American Democracy 34:09

9M ago34:09

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In this episode Henry speaks with Dr. James R. Stoner, Professor and Director of the Eric Voegelin Institute in the Department of Political Science at Louisiana State University. Henry and Stoner dive into the intricate threads of constitutional history with a focus on the symbiotic relationship between British and American constitutional tradition…

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Sinterklaas Day 1:29

9M ago1:29

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This week we are recognizing the Dutch tradition holiday of Sinterklaas and its significance since it was created. As aired on KBACH on December 5.By Arizona PBS

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Native American Heritage Month 1:29

9M ago1:29

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This week we are celebrating the languages, stories, and traditions of Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and affiliated Island communities for Native American Heritage Month. As aired on KBACH on November 28.By Arizona PBS

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Transgender Day of Remembrance 1:29

10M ago1:29

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This week on Take Note, we are honoring Transgender Day of Remembrance with music written about transgender rights and human rights activist Sylvia Rivera. As aired on KBACH on November 21.By Arizona PBS

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Clarinet Day 1:30

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In this episode, we’re celebrating Clarinet Day by learning about the different types of clarinets and the types of music they play. As aired on KBACH on November 14th.By Arizona PBS

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Diwali 1:29

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This week we are observing the Hindu celebration of Diwali. Along with traditions used to celebrate the festival, no Diwali is complete without dance and song. As aired on KBACH on November 7.By Arizona PBS

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S5E2: John Rose | Free Speech and Viewpoint Diversity in Higher Ed 37:41

10M ago37:41

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Henry Thompson interviews John Rose, the Associate Director of the Civil Discourse Project at The Kenan Institute for Ethics at Duke University. Henry and Rose discuss a course Rose teaches called How to Think in an Age of Political Polarization. Rose talks about intellectual virtues to model, why the most politically intolerant people are humorles…

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