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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Introducing the latest season of Rediscovering,...
Season two of Rediscovering examines the history and lingering effects of the "show me your papers" law.
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Explaining Phoenix's street grid: What is and i...
Turns out, there are some major inconsistencies when traveling north or south past the named streets.
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What are the origins of the Lost Ranch ruins in...
Listen now to hear the story of the Lost Ranch.
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Concrete, concrete everywhere ... but why do we...
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What does Arizona's COVID-19 data mean? Is the ...
Providing you with the context necessary to better understand the coronavirus in Arizona.
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Meet Arizona's First State Poet Laureate Albert...
The state poet laureate post was created in 2012. Listen now to hear how Alberto Ríos was chosen for the role.
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Rerun - Population part 1: How did the Valley g...
In this episode, we look at how Phoenix and the Valley got so big. When did we start growing? And what fueled that growth?
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Why are there so many attorney advertisements i...
Ever feel like you're surrounded by advertisements for personal injury attorneys? You're not alone.
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BONUS Segment: Is what I'm feeling right now no...
You may not be the perfect employee, partner, parent or elementary school teacher right now. That's OK.
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Good news: Spotlighting acts of kindness during...
Is there any good news right now? Yes, it turns out. There's plenty. And we're going to share them.
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What's the story behind the angel on top the Ar...
Listen to Valley 101 to learn the history of the Arizona state Capitol.
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Why are there so many car washes in Phoenix?
And are car washes environmentally friendly?
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How do you garden in Phoenix? And why are so ma...
If you've seen postings of "victory gardens" flooding social media during this pandemic, you're not alone.
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How to find black culture and a sense of commun...
As people move to the valley, many are searching for a community. Listen now to hear tips to learn how to love your new home.
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Why do 3,000 North Dakotans gather annually in ...
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The history of The Swindall Inn, a boarding hou...
There's a lot of history at 1021 E. Washington Street we'll never uncover. But what we know is rich.
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Was Sparky the Sun Devil created by a Disney an...
The now iconic ASU mascot Sparky the Sun Devil came to life in 1946. Listen to Valley 101 to learn what it took to create this new mascot.
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BONUS: Coronavirus FAQs answered
Healthcare reporter Stephanie Innes shares the essential information about COVID-19 in Arizona.
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What is valley fever? And what are its symptoms?
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What's a haboob and when did we start using tha...
It's a dust storm. So why not just call it that? The answer goes back to the 1970s.
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What buildings are the most iconic in the Phoen...
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Does light pollution threaten the night sky and...
Light at night is associated with impacting human health and the ecosystem. Listen now to learn how it can affect you and where you live.
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Why do so many Arizona mountains have letters o...
At least seven mountains in Maricopa County have letters. Why?
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Why are there rumors about a U.F.O. crash landi...
The rumors about a U.F.O. crash landing at Dreamy Draw Dam were published in 1950. But how did they start?
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What's it like to be homeless in Maricopa County?
In 2019, there were at least 6,614 people experiencing homelessness in Maricopa County.
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