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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4 questions about Phoenix's history answered fo...
From its time as Apacheria to rumors it was once brimming with camels, metro Phoenix is rich with history. These answers will surprise you.
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Why aren't more movies made in Arizona?
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How did a new winery win best wine in the state...
In this week's episode, Valley 101 takes a wine tour around the state.
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Your garden needs pollinators. Here's how to at...
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Why Formula 1 came to Phoenix, and why it quick...
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Vaccinating Arizonans against COVID-19: from fi...
In this week's episode of Valley 101, we go through the journey of COVID-19 vaccinations in Arizona
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Who has better Mexican food: Phoenix or Tucson?
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Is Scottsdale the horse capital of the Valley?
In this week's episode of Valley 101, Hollywood meets the Wild West in Scottsdale, Arizona.
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How Arizona became home to the Cactus League
In this week's episode, Valley 101 shares how Arizona got the Cactus League
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Exploring the Phoenix Trotting Park
In this week's episode, Valley 101 explores the history of the Phoenix Trotting Park horse race track.
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Why is there art on the Valley's freeways?
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Is the 'Valley of the Sun' misnamed?
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Revolutionary, advocate, father: the legacy of ...
After desegregating schools, Lincoln Ragsdale Sr. was just getting started. Valley 101 shares the story & life of the Valley civil rights hero
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From airman to activist: the life of Dr. Lincol...
Before Brown v. Board of Education, there was Phillips v. PUHS. Valley 101 tells the story of local civil rights activist who helped desegregate schools.
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How did Arizona become a state?
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Valley 101 explores how the Pony Express came t...
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Start your engines: the 50th anniversary of Bar...
In this week's episode, we head down to the Barrett-Jackson auction to celebrate 50 years.
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Arizona's grandmother of women's sports
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'For me, it's personal': Why Mesa hosts a Marti...
In this week's episode, we are joined by Keisha McKinnor to discuss the state's history with MLK Day and why this celebration feels personal to her.
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What's Happening With Fiesta Mall?
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How to protect your plants during Phoenix winters
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Happy Holidays from the Valley 101 team!
A highlight of our past holiday themed episodes
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Holidays in the desert: The tale of Christmas, ...
In this week's episode we tell you the history of the Christmas mine and the coveted post office in its town.
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Untraditional Holiday Food Traditions
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What gems, rocks and minerals can you find in A...
In this week's episode, we share where you can rockhound and what you can find
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