Les meilleurs podcasts Azpm (2024)

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Ensuring accuracy in ballots and information 27:47

3d ago27:47

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The 2024 general election is less than six weeks away, and The Buzz is heading into Your Vote 2024 coverage. This week, we go beyond the horse race to talk about efforts to ensure the information being given to the public is accurate.Par AZPM

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Episode 431: Expanding research techniques to fight Alzheimer's 5:26

3d ago5:26

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External brain stimulation is being used to treat issues ranging from schizophrenia to depression. University of Arizona psychology professor Ying Hui Chou talks about Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation and its treatment potential for Alzheimer's patients.Par AZPM

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Nogales: Reviving arroyos and cultivating water resiliency 24:07

4d ago24:07

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Scarcity, pollution, flooding, and unchecked urbanization have created water issues in Nogales, Sonora. The city and researchers on both sides of the border are working on innovative ways to remedy.Par AZPM

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For thrills and suspense, Arizona Theatre Company invites you to "Dial M for Murder" 35:43

4d ago35:43

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Meet Awesta Zarif and Lucy Lavely, the stars from Arizona Theatre Company's new production of “Dial M for Murder”. Also: How Bisbee Bikeways want to make transportation safer and healthier; and learn the secrets of the Vegan Night Market.Par AZPM

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Arizona's rural water fight continues 27:55

10d ago27:55

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We're diving back into Arizona's rural water issues. We'll speak with Arizona's Attorney General, Kris Mayes, about a letter she sent to the Arizona Department of Water Resources. And we'll head back to the topic of Fondemonte, a Saudi-owned farm in rural Arizona, as we speak to the reporter who broke that story some years back about his work and t…

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Episode 430: Creating physics textbooks for homeschooling 5:26

10d ago5:26

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A retired University of Arizona educator is making science available for kids learning at home. Optical Science professor emeritus Richard Powell talks about the challenge of writing a physics textbook that can be used by families dedicated to homeschooling education.Par AZPM

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"This aquifer is our Colorado River": Rural residents struggle when corporate farms drill deep for water 25:18

10d ago25:18

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From Governor Katie Hobbs to Attorney General Kris Mayes, Arizona officials grapple with saving rural water supplies.Par AZPM

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Never closer and never farther away: The fight over updating Arizona's rural groundwater law 23:35

14d ago23:35

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Arizona has no regulations on pumping groundwater in rural areas. The state's governor is trying to modernize its water laws, and the fight over rural groundwater is in the middle of it. So how did the re-introduction of a water policy council that aimed to solve the problem lead to a pair of bills and division amongst its original members?…

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Efforts to make Chiricahua National Monument a national park 28:57

17d ago28:57

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This week on The Buzz, we head back to Chiricahua National Monument as a bill to make it a national park is scheduled for a hearing in the U-S House of Representatives next week. GUESTS: (D) Arizona Senator Mark Kelly, bill sponsor; (R) Representative Juan Ciscomani, bill sponsor. REPEAT.Par AZPM

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Episode 429: Uncovering hidden pollution in the Arctic 5:26

17d ago5:26

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Polluted ground and water in the Arctic have gone unnoticed for decades. University of Arizona environmental health scientist Frank von Hippel is working with Native American tribes in Alaska to locate and clean up pollution from military installations dating back to the Cold War.Par AZPM

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Late Night Radio Hour offers a unique theatrical experience 27:33

18d ago27:33

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The Scoundrel and Scamp Theatre recreates the experience of old-time radio for a special event. Also: Monument Valley's important role in the classic westerns of John Ford and John Wayne; and a local librarian is recognized for his dedication to improving youth mental health.Par AZPM

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Becoming an informed voter 29:49

24d ago29:49

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This week, we're helping voters prepare for this election season. We'll break down how voters can vet news sources and stories, plus we'll talk about what makes a poll worth paying attention to.Par AZPM

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Episode 428: Investigating the mystery of Long COVID 5:26

24d ago5:26

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Some former COVID-19 patients are still suffering symptoms years after first encountering the coronavirus. University of Arizona immunologist Janko Nikolich is contributing to an ongoing national study on Long COVID. He discusses why Long COVID continues to mystify researchers looking into the different COVID-19 variants.…

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A documentary on aging, caring and faith called "Final Vows" 27:33

25d ago27:33

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A new documentary called “Final Vows” tells the story of a small order of cloistered nuns who live at Santa Rita Abbey, an isolated monastery in the high desert of Arizona. Dwindling numbers and old age threaten the order's long-term survival, and the monastery stands in the path of new mining projects being dug south of the Grand Canyon. Also: The…

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Hedge funds and foreign farms get water, rural Arizonans get empty wells 22:01

26d ago22:01

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Saudi involvement in western Arizona's rural La Paz County is already well known. But they are not the only non-local interest in the area making use of water. Hedge funds, foreign countries, and green energy interests want to turn rural groundwater into dollars, and they have a lot of ideas how to do it.…

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Arizona/Saudi relations go back long before Fondomonte 27:44

1M ago27:44

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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 5:26

1M ago5:26

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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 24:51

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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? 27:41

1M ago27:41

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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.Par AZPM

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Episode 426: How plants and animals are responding to climate change 5:26

1M ago5:26

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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.Par AZPM

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Is "Monsoon Magic" on the horizon? 27:13

1M ago27:13

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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.Par AZPM

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New ways to recycle plastic in Arizona 27:48

1M ago27:48

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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.Par AZPM

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Episode 425: How skin cells are delivering clues to the mystery of Parkinson's 5:26

1M ago5:26

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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.Par AZPM

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Discovering dynamic history in "Coronado: The New Evidence" 27:38

2M ago27:38

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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.Par AZPM

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Two Rivers, One Lifeline: Reclaiming the Santa Cruz across borders 19:56

2M ago19:56

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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.Par AZPM

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4-Day school weeks in Arizona 27:34

2M ago27:34

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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.Par AZPM

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Episode 424: Using satellites to measure ice and snow in Antarctica 5:26

2M ago5:26

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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... 27:35

2M ago27:35

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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.Par AZPM

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A Crisis Fraught with Possibility: How a massive canal set Arizona up for growth 22:49

2M ago22:49

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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 27:41

2M ago27:41

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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.Par AZPM

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Episode 423: Studying the survival instincts of squirrels 5:26

2M ago5:26

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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.Par AZPM

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The Holocaust and Beyond: From the Boy Who Escaped the Nazis 27:19

2M ago27:19

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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.Par AZPM

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Toxic Waters: EPA and military clash over Tucson's groundwater cleanup 32:13

2M ago32:13

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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.Par AZPM

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What a new Democratic presidential ticket means for AZ and other swing states 27:40

2M ago27:40

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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?Par AZPM

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Episode 422: How the mind keeps active during the brain's “down time” 5:26

2M ago5:26

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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.Par AZPM

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"A medium guy in general, across the board." Joe Pera talks to Tucson. 27:36

2M ago27:36

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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.Par AZPM

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Dry but Alive: Rethinking Golf's Green Lawns 19:23

2M ago19:23

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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?Par AZPM

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The damming of the lower Colorado River 27:53

2M ago27:53

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We preview the new season of Tapped, AZPM's podcast about water in the southwest.Par AZPM

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Episode 421: Shrinking cyberinfrastructure down to size 5:37

2M ago5:37

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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.Par AZPM

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Women Storytellers: Sharing lived experience plus keen observations 28:54

2M ago28:54

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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.Par AZPM

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Taming the Colorado 22:32

2M ago22:32

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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.Par AZPM

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From rainwater to food, efforts to reuse finite resources in Southern Arizona 27:51

3M ago27:51

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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.Par AZPM

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Episode 420: What data research teaches us about traffic safety 5:26

3M ago5:26

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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 28:54

3M ago28:54

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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.Par AZPM

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Revisiting one of the biggest labor disputes in American history, right here in Arizona 27:34

3M ago27:34

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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.Par AZPM

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Season 3 Trailer 1:09

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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 27:21

3M ago27:21

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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.Par AZPM

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The Story of Bryan's run-in with Steve Bannon with Danyelle Khmara of AZPM 37:27

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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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The coming state budget has its critics 27:55

3M ago27:55

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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 30:30

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Also on Arizona Spotlight: The Pascua Yaqui Tribe welcome new leadership; and the legacy of screen actor Donald Sutherland.Par AZPM

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