Valley 101
Whether you're a longtime Arizona resident or a newcomer, chances are there's something you've always wondered about the Valley. From The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com comes Valley 101, a weekly podcast where our journalists find answers to your questions about metro Phoenix and beyond. From silly to serious, you tell us what to investigate. You can submit questions at valley101.azcentral.com or reach us on social media @azcentral. This show is hosted by Bill Goodykootz and produced by Amanda Luberto.
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The history of Phoenix's canal system
In this week's episode of Valley 101, we share the history of Phoenix's canal system.
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The rise, the fall and rebirth of the 'Diving L...
Listen to this week's episode of Valley 101 to learn the history of the iconic landmark, the Diving Lady.
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How houses can be built along Arizona's mountains
In this week's episode of Valley 101, we find out the history of mountainside houses and how they're built.
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The history of the Latino farmworkers who helpe...
In this week's episode of Valley 101, we dive into the impact Latino farmworkers had on the development of the southwest Valley.
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What you need to know about marijuana in Arizona
From strains to statues: Valley 101 covers what you need to know about marijuana in Arizona
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Four generations reflect on the 20th anniversar...
In this week's episode of Valley 101, we're speaking with four people, all of whom represent a different generation, that were impacted directly and indirectly by the Sept. 11 attacks.
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Tuberculosis remains a killer after thousands o...
Why Phoenix was once a haven for tuberculosis patients
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What are the pros and cons of monsoon season?
Summer storms bring cool weather and rain, but also floods and damage. Valley 101 searches to answer if monsoons are good or bad.
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What is the delta variant of COVID-19? Are vacc...
Daily cases of COVID-19 are on the rise again, in part because of the delta variant, which is more contagious than previous strains. Listen to Valley 101 for full details.
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Why is the Valley expanding out, not up?
Why home builders in the Valley keep expanding outwards, instead of upwards
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Valley 101 explores the history behind Mesa's i...
In this week's Valley 101, we share why Mesa utilizes its own electrical center and how that came to be.
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Jagger Eaton, Olympic bronze medalist sits down...
Listen to hear from Jagger Eaton on his Olympic experience.
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From backyard pools to Tokyo Olympics, the hist...
History shows Arizona had a thriving skateboarding community even before skateboarding really became an Olympic sport. Listen now to hear all about it.
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Does Arizona have its very own Bigfoot? Valley ...
Valley 101 looks into the existence of the Mogollon Monster, a mythical creature similar to Bigfoot that roams the woods of the Mogollon Rim in Arizona.
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'Fluke' avocado tree survives more than 100 yea...
Listen to Valley 101's latest episode on the Aravaipa Avocado tree. There is an avocado tree that lives northeast of Tucson. How is it able to grow in Arizona?
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BONUS: Valley 101 shares what covering the 1993...
The Phoenix Suns are in the NBA Finals for the first time since 1993. Hear what covering the team was like back then and what the atmosphere was like.
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What is "Sonoran sushi" and what is its history?
A Mexican and Japanese food fusion is popping up thought the state. Listen to today's episode to learn how this happened.
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Valley 101 highlights some of Arizona's LGBT+ i...
Arizona has a rich history of LGBTQIA+ icons from the 1890s to today.
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How did Christown Spectrum get its name?
In this week's episode find out about Chirstown's namesake and the cultural impact the mall had on Phoenix residents.
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How the Rio Salado Project connects the Valley ...
Started in 1966 as a class project, the Rio Salado Project aims to connect the Valley via the Salt River
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FAQs about Arizona highways answered
Listen to this week's episode of the Valley 101 podcast to hear about the history of toll roads in Arizona, the future of Interstate-11 and how Look 202 South Mountain has impacted the Valley.
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Memorial Day special
A few episode suggestions for over the Memorial Day weekend
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A Valley bucket list for tourists and locals a...
Listen to this week's episode of the Valley 101 podcast to hear our bucket list of cool places to explore in the Valley.
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Valley 101 remembers history of lost all-Black ...
A vibrant all-Black community once stood in this desolate area of West Phoenix before a series of floods destroyed the town. Hear the history of Allenville, Arizona.
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Native American food in Arizona: The history of...
Listen to this week's episode Valley 101 as we dive into the Native American food scene in the Valley.
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