This is Tapped, a podcast that explores the issues of water in the Southwest, from how we get it, to what it means for those who have it... or those who don't.
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Explore the latest scientific research and technological innovations taking place in Southern Arizona and at the University of Arizona, all in under six minutes.
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Interviews with artists, authors, celebrities, musicians, and the people behind the headlines in Southern Arizona.
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The Buzz is an interview-focused show to give listeners in Southern Arizona a deeper understanding of news, politics, science, current events and more.
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Jimi & Bryan talking about going places and doing stuff at those places. This is not a subtle way of indicating we have an OnlyFans thing going - we don’t (yet - we are open to all offers for all purposes as long as the price is more than what that terrible man Soros is offering). We go on our little adventures in politics and art and such and then talk a bit about it amongst ourselves with the occasional guest. This is exciting isn’t it!
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Arizona/Saudi relations go back long before Fondomonte
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Arizona's relationship with the Arabian peninsula goes back well before Saudi-linked company Fondomonte began buying up agricultural land in the La Paz County desert in order to farm alfalfa that is shipped halfway across the world. It pre-dates the Saudi Kingdom, Arizona statehood and even the US Civil War. This week, we listen in to an episode of…
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Episode 427: How the design of places where we live and work affects our physical and mental well-being
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Scientists are studying how sounds, smells, and other natural elements make a difference in how comfortable we feel in our homes and offices. University of Arizona Architecture professor Altaf Engineer focuses his research on health and well-being in the built environment. He’s researching the ways designers can impact social and behavioral issues …
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From Date Palms to Alfalfa: How Arizona became fertile ground for Saudi farms
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The history of Arizona's relationship with Saudi Arabia and the Arabian peninsula starts with a pre-Civil-War military program involving camels run by Jefferson Davis. It went on to involve the state's first college professor, an attempt to launch a new cash crop that became a common tree in the state, and much more. All of that lead to the most re…
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What does record-low unemployment mean for Arizona?
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State and federal reports show unemployment has been under 3.5% for the past three months, a feat the state has never before experienced. But, there are positives and negatives for the state when there are so few people in need of work.By AZPM
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Episode 426: How plants and animals are responding to climate change
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As our climate changes, growing seasons and migration patterns are happening at different times than in the past. University of Arizona environmental researcher Theresa Crimmins describes how seasonal data collection is revealing changes in the common design of nature.By AZPM
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Nature writer and outdoors adventurer Rebekah Doyle shares an essay about her perspective on “Monsoon Magic”. Also: Reactions to the first load of uranium ore to come from the Pinyon Mine near The Grand Canyon; and "Concussion: The Play", a new Ten-Minute Drama.By AZPM
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From creating 3-d printer filament to construction blocks to build houses, Arizona companies are finding new ways to help residents give plastic another life.By AZPM
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Episode 425: How skin cells are delivering clues to the mystery of Parkinson's
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Parkinson's disease affects an estimated 1 million Americans. University of Arizona neurology professor Lalitha Madhavan describes how a simple extraction of skin cells can uncover biomarkers that could help doctors diagnose Parkinson's in their patients.By AZPM
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Discovering dynamic history in "Coronado: The New Evidence"
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Learn about some fascinating discoveries made in the Sonoran desert by Dr. Deni Seymour that shed new light on the history of first European settlement in North America. Also: Simon Donovan shares a story about a beloved dog named Betty.By AZPM
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Two Rivers, One Lifeline: Reclaiming the Santa Cruz across borders
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US-Mexico collaboration has improved the once polluted and depleted Santa Cruz River. Challenges like flooding and wastewater management persist, requiring new infrastructure and funding. Despite progress, managing water across borders remains ongoing.By AZPM
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4 days a week in school or 5? We explore why some Arizona schools choose a 4-day school week and how it affects both students and teachers.By AZPM
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Episode 424: Using satellites to measure ice and snow in Antarctica
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Scientists are trying to get more accurate measurements of conditions in the continent of Antarctica. University of Arizona Hydrology and Atmospheric Sciences professor Ali Behrangi describes how using a satellite in space can deliver data about snow and ice in one of the world's harshest environment.…
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A tale of true love that began in Tucson in 1943 continues today...
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Also on Arizona Spotlight: Visit Valley of the Moon; Marquez Price on "digital detoxing"; and 65 years of local television history in the AZPM Video Archive.By AZPM
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A Crisis Fraught with Possibility: How a massive canal set Arizona up for growth
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In the 1960s, Arizona was facing a crisis. Its aquifers were depleting and its ground was sinking. That issue prompted a major infrastructure project that would forever change what was possible in the state, a 336 mile system of canals that take a big part of the state's Colorado River water allocation and diverts it to Phoenix and Tucson, as well …
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How the largest Indian water rights settlement in U.S. history aims to rectify historic wrongs
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From nation building to water infrastructure, The Buzz explores the path towards water equity and one tribe's dream for true sovereignty.By AZPM
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Episode 423: Studying the survival instincts of squirrels
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Wildlife scientists are exploring which species are best adapting to the effects of climate change. University of Arizona evolutionary biologist Lauren Petrullo describes a long-term field project focusing on wild North American Red Squirrels and their everyday resilience habits.By AZPM
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The Holocaust and Beyond: From the Boy Who Escaped the Nazis
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Also on Arizona Spotlight: The story of Nick C. Hall, the Mayor of Old Tucson, and a song about spreading love, joy, and hope.By AZPM
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Toxic Waters: EPA and military clash over Tucson's groundwater cleanup
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An Arizona mother's loss turned into a national movement to make drinking water safe. Forever chemicals, including PFAS, are tied to cancer and other health problems. Now the race is on to clean up Tucson's water and protect public health.By AZPM
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What a new Democratic presidential ticket means for AZ and other swing states
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What does President Joe Biden's decision to drop out of the 2024 presidential race means for a swing state like Arizona? And will Arizona Senator Mark Kelly be Kamala Harris' vice-presidential pick?By AZPM
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Episode 422: How the mind keeps active during the brain's “down time”
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Not much is known about the science of imagination because few studies have asked the question of what triggers creativity. University of Arizona psychology professor Jessica Andrews-Hanna talks about what develops in our brains when we turn our thoughts inward.By AZPM
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"A medium guy in general, across the board." Joe Pera talks to Tucson.
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Also on Arizona Spotlight: Checking in with the Tucson Audubon Society; and a Tucson knitter who is making socks the REAL old-fashioned way.By AZPM
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Dry but Alive: Rethinking Golf's Green Lawns
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Arizona has long been a hotspot for golfers looking to keep up their game as weather elsewhere turns cold. But, for just as long, the state has been working to limit water use by golf courses. How much of a part does golf play in Arizona's water issues?By AZPM
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We preview the new season of Tapped, AZPM's podcast about water in the southwest.By AZPM
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Episode 421: Shrinking cyberinfrastructure down to size
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The growth of computing systems and artificial intelligence is creating barriers for institutions trying to navigate cyberinfrastructure. University of Arizona Data Science Institute director Nirav Merchant talks about his research helping people crunch massive amounts of data.By AZPM
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Women Storytellers: Sharing lived experience plus keen observations
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On this Arizona Spotlight, hear three women who are telling vibrant stories across different mediums: Tucson-based author Lydia Millet; Author, educator and storyteller Molly McCloy; and local music artist Gabrielle Pietrangelo.By AZPM
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The Colorado River is the most dammed waterway in the US, but what was it like before? We go back to the battle over Parker Canyon Dam and how it changed Arizona's rights to the river's water forever.By AZPM
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From rainwater to food, efforts to reuse finite resources in Southern Arizona
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People go to notable lengths to get as much as they can out of some of the area's limited resources. In the second installment of our three R's series, Reuse, we'll explore ways that Southern Arizona revives what we already have.By AZPM
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Episode 420: What data research teaches us about traffic safety
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Motor vehicle crashes are preventable but accidents are still ranked as the top cause of death for Americans under the age of 40. University of Arizona civil engineering professor Alyssa Ryan studies transportation crash data. She's looking deeper into why certain populations experience higher traffic mortality rates than others.…
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Taking the camel to the drive-in: David Leighton's history of the Reid Park Zoo
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Also on Arizona Spotlight: Visit the Word of Mouth Print Space; celebrate imagination at the Library's Megamania!! Festival; and meet the founder of the Naco Wellness Initiative.By AZPM
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Revisiting one of the biggest labor disputes in American history, right here in Arizona
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We look back 107 years at one of the biggest labor disputes in American history, the Bisbee Deportation, following it back to its start in another mining community hundreds of miles to the north.By AZPM
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Why do so many Saudi Arabian-owned farms grow alfalfa in Arizona? How bad is our current water crisis compared with historical droughts? The new season of AZPM's hit water podcast answers these questions and more. Join us on July 17 for all new episodes.
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Why "Breaking Bread" is a different approach to political discussion
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Also: How art can help with in-hospital healing; Luis Alberto Urrea on how his literature career began; and "Stories That Soar!" considers the meaning of love.By AZPM
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The Story of Bryan's run-in with Steve Bannon with Danyelle Khmara of AZPM
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The Story of Bryan's run-in with Steve Bannon with Danyelle Khmara of AZPM Considering that Steve Bannon reports to prison on Monday, we thought it was a great time to talk to reporter Danyelle Khmara of AZPM and NPR fame. Way back in 2017, Danyelle was there when Bryan had his infamous run-in with Steve Bannon. In which Bryan told Steve he was goi…
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We dive into some areas that saw cuts in the state budget. We talk to people who will see those cuts first-hand about how it will affect their work and those they serve. GUESTS: Kris Mayes, (D) Arizona Attorney General, Chelsea McGuire, Assistant Director of External Affairs at WIFA, Beth Lewis, Director of Save our Schools AZ…
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Understanding men's mental health, and overcoming depression
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Also on Arizona Spotlight: The Pascua Yaqui Tribe welcome new leadership; and the legacy of screen actor Donald Sutherland.By AZPM
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Efforts to reduce our use of finite resources
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Environmentalists have rallied around the cause of reducing our reliance on finite and polluting resources for decades, but efforts to cut back have picked up in recent years. We look at some of those efforts to reduce the use of plastic, water and fossil fuels.By AZPM
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Episode 419: A mission to detect moonquakes on the lunar surface
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Astronauts left the last seismometers on the moon's surface during the Apollo program 50 years ago.By AZPM
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Monument Valley's important role in the classic westerns of John Ford and John Wayne
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Also on Arizona Spotlight: A local librarian is recognized for his dedication to youth mental health; and a personal story about what the U.S. flag can represent.By AZPM
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As summer temperatures get dangerous, we look at efforts to keep people safe.By AZPM
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Episode 418: Seeking evidence of a climate change turnaround
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Scientists studying the world's oceans are finding proof that the Earth is responding to efforts by populations fighting climate change.By AZPM
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Also on Arizona Spotlight: A program called "Red, White and Blue" wants veterans,first responders and their loved ones to get the mental and emotional help they need.By AZPM
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It's not actual porn, but we did visit the greatest city anywhere ever for a bit of romping around the Trump Trial circus pigpen. Here's episode #1 with a lot of detail on our trip and what it was like to go into the actual trial. As well as lots of bullshit and nonsense and giggling because it's Bryan & Jimi and that's why you love us.…
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Arizona's economy has been booming since the COVID-19 pandemic began to slow. Low unemployment, growing wages and increasing population have persisted for years, but so have less positive indicators like inflation and skyrocketing housing prices. With that backdrop, we headed to the University of Arizona's Eller Economic and Business Research Cente…
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Episode 417: Updating an endangered species count in the Sky Islands
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The pace of local extinctions is on the rise in the sky islands of the Sonoran Desert. University of Arizona evolutionary biologist John Wiens is tracking lizard populations in mountainous regions of southern Arizona and western Mexico and found some species are struggling with the changing climate.By AZPM
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The 54th annual Tucson Juneteenth Festival: "It's a movement, not a moment."
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Also on Arizona Spotlight: Richard Davis remembes growing up in Tucson's Black community; learn about Aphasia, and a place in Tucson offering friendship and support for those living with it; and go storm chasing with "Stories That Soar!"By AZPM
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How political campaigns spend their money
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The Buzz looks at what it costs to run a U.S. Senate campaign in Arizona. We also explore the question of how effective those ubiquitous campaign signs are.By AZPM
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Episode 416: Using different methods to investigate cancer
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REPEAT. Researchers studying prostate cancer have found introducing the disease in mice does not always produce accurate results.By AZPM
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Celebrating one of the Sonoran Desert's most popular visitors: the elegant trogon
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Also on Arizona Spotlight: The secrets of the Vegan Night Market; how the Noyce Teaching Scholarship is helping to find and retain good STEM teachers in Arizona; and Julie Sasse says goodbye to the Tucson Museum of Art.By AZPM
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We talk with experts in homelessness and housing to talk about Southern Arizona's crisis.By AZPM
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Episode 415: Tree ring scientists take their research underwater
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Tree ring researchers are exploring the lives of sea creatures that document climate change just like trees do. The University of Arizona's Bryan Black reveals studies of underwater life like corals and rockfish which match a climate history also revealed in tree rings on land.By AZPM
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