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 legend of Winnie Ruth Judd, Phoenix's 'Trun...
Winnie Ruth Judd committed a gruesome crime that has left Arizonans stumped for years. This episode revisits the mystery of her crime.
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Why would Pluto become Arizona's official state...
How astronomer Percival Lowell's theories of a ninth planet in our solar system came to fruition at the Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff.
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How to eat cactus
Different types of cactus are edible. Valley 101 dives into the ways you can eat cactus with a forager.
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El Jefe isn't the only famous Arizona cat. We e...
Arizona is cat country, and no we don't mean UA Wildcats. We have five cat facts you should know and some local cat celebs.
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Why is the city named Phoenix?
Valley 101 explores the origins of how Phoenix got its name
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Why Mesa has a special connection to Martin Lut...
MLK Jr's birthday was honored nationally, but Arizona withdrew just one year later. Valley 101 explores a city's link for recognition
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Before light rail, trolley cars ran on Phoenix ...
In 1887, trolleys rolled into the desert town of Phoenix. It quickly grew in popularity, only to die out after WW2. Valley 101 looks at what happened.
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Happy New Year from Valley 101!
Welcome to 2024!!
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Happy Holidays from Valley 101!
Have a festive and safe holiday, from Valley 101
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The best songs to get you in the holiday mood
Valley 101 surveyed The Arizona Republic newsroom to find out the best holiday songs to ring in the festive season
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How Phoenix Latinos are represented in the loca...
A third of Maricopa County is of Latino descent. Valley 101 looks at how they're being represented in the local music scene.
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Valley 101 journeys to Lazy B Ranch to see wher...
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Where to go to eat and drink your way through A...
From homestyle Mexican food to the best martini in town, Valley 101 sits down with experts on which historic bars and restaurants are worth a visit.
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Did you know that turkeys have beards? Find out...
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The history and status of opera in Arizona
What started from a small passionate group in Tucson is now a successful company in two major cities. Valley 101 shares the history of opera in Ariz.
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Welcome to donkey race country. Inside this tin...
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Why doesn't Arizona turn back their clock for D...
Making sure you change your clock can be tricky for the rest of the nation. But the majority of Arizona stays the same. Valley 101 explores the history
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The lore behind Tucson's El Tiradito
It started with adultery and murder, but now this sinner's shrine serves as a symbol to Tucson's Mexican-American heritage. Valley 101 tells the tale.
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Horrifically haunting ghost stories to make you...
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Haunted hotels and creepy campsites. Listen to ...
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6 scary stories every Arizonan should know from...
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Where to see fall colors in Arizona
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Is there a connection between heat and crime?
A 2014 Department of Justice study states crimes such as rape, domestic violence and aggravated assault rise in the summer months.
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What is the history behind "Sonoran sushi"?
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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How did Arizona have two Governors in the same ...
In 1916, Thomas Campbell won the Arizona governor's race by 30 votes. After a recount, George Hunt took back his office. Valley 101 shares the story.
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