Oct 10, 2008
Everything Will Be DifferentTheater Critic Robrt Pela reviews Stray Cat Theatre's production of Everything Will Be Different.
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Oct 10, 2008
Will Prop 202 Stop Illegal Hiring?Last year, state lawmakers passed, and the governor signed, a first of its kind law to punish businesses that knowingly hired illegal immigrants. That law went into effect on January first. But a few months later, the legislature again took up the issue and passed some changes to the law. Now, Arizona voters will have the chance to weigh in on the measure. K-J-Z-Z's Mark Brodie reports.
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Oct 8, 2008
Here and Now: AZ Ballot PropositionsKJZZ's Here and Now examined the eight ballot propositions on the November 4th ballot. The show includes discussions with proponents and opponents of props 105, 202, 200 and 201. The Arizona Republic's Bob Robb provided analysis on the others. You can listen to the entire show or click on certain propositions.
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Oct 8, 2008
The Buzzin' WonkosphereWith a little less than a month left until election day, the presidential candidates are digging in for the coming weeks. And some of the people watching the action most closely are bloggers--internet users who publish their opinions to the world. This morning we hear from Steve Corman, an ASU communications professor and co-founder of Wonkosphere-dot-com, a site that monitors political blogs.
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Oct 7, 2008
A Tough Road for MammalsA new study finds many of the Earth's species of mammals are struggling to thrive. As KJZZ's Tony Ganzer reports, an Arizona State University professor is the study's co-author,
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Oct 7, 2008
Prop 200: Pay Day Loan Reform ActProposition 200 is titled "Pay Day Reform Act." It lowers fees and contains provisions designed to prevent people from getting more in debt. But opponents say it doesn't reform the industry as much as legalize it. KJZZ's Paul Atkinson reports.
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Oct 3, 2008
Gay Marriage Proposition 102Voters will decide Proposition 102 on November 4th. The measure amends the Arizona Constitution to ban gay marriage.
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Oct 2, 2008
Voting EarlyThis is the first day Arizona voters can cast ballots in the November General Election. Arizona is one of 33 states that allows Early Voting. The practice began in Maricopa County in 1996 when only 14% of voters voted early, but the Early Voting is attracting more and more voters. This morning we hear from David Schwartz, a political consultant with Goodman-Schwartz Public Affairs.
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Oct 1, 2008
Here and Now: New Housing LawThe department of Housing and Urban Development announced details of the new "Hope for Homeowners" program. Housing Our Communities CEO John Smith and others involved in housing joined host Steve Goldstein to talk about the new effort to help stuggling homeowners. State Treasurer Dean Martin also discussed the impact the financial markets are having on Arizona investments.
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Oct 1, 2008
Remembering with Alzheimer'sCommentator Robrt Pela brings another essay about caring for his mother, who has Alzheimer's disease. He explains how dropping his mother off at adult day care brought back memories of his youth.
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Sep 28, 2008
New Election WebsitesKJZZ's Paul Atkinson looks at a couple new websites that help educate voters come election time.
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Sep 27, 2008
Beautiful Brown DivaIf you had to imagine a Latina on stage at the opera, you'd probably most likely think of the character Carmen. The Spanish gypsy heroine of Bizet's famed 19th Century opus. But as KJZZ's Marcos Najera reports, Arizona audiences are getting to know a new, real-life, up-and-coming Latin diva--a mezzo-soprano named Olga.
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Sep 26, 2008
A Guest Worker Program That Works?KJZZ's Tony Ganzer continues his look into Germany's guest worker program from the 1960s and 70s, as he tries to find clues of what may be ahead if a similar program is instituted in the US. Ganzer finds some experts say Germany is still having a rough time with guest workers, and the US may not have it any easier.
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Sep 25, 2008
Foreign Funding for Foreign LanguagesThough many students are exposed to foreign languages in high school, some parents want their children speaking second languages earlier in life. For that, many turn to private immersion schools. KJZZ's Tony Ganzer reports on one such school in Tucson that has caught the attention, and funding, of the German government.
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Sep 24, 2008
Here and Now: Todd McFarlaneArizona Dept. of Environmental Quality director Steve Owens discussed recommendations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Arizona. Jim Pignatelli of MATT.org talked about the oranization's attempt to increase public awareness about the need for immigration reform. And valley entertainment entreprenuer Todd McFarlane talked about his rise from comic book illustrator to owner of a multimillion dollar company based in the valley. McFarlane also divulged the underlying reasons behind his three million dollar purchase of Mark McGwire's record setting home run ball.
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Sep 22, 2008
Duffy: English Immersion's FlawsImplementing a state law that requires four hours of structured English immersion isn't so simple to carry out. KJZZ commentator Diane Duffy works with students learning English at Kyrene de la Mirada Elementary School in the Kyrene School District. Duffy explains the flaws of the law and the need for flexibility in carrying it out.
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Sep 20, 2008
Is Phoenix LA?Phoenicians seem to have a certain skepticism about Los Angeles. A new report compares the two cities; KJZZ's Mark Brodie speaks with one of the study's authors.
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Sep 19, 2008
Truck Stop PoliticsAs the presidential election approaches, it's looking more and more as though the economy will be the deciding issue for many voters. KJZZ's Rene Gutel went to a truck stop off 59th Avenue in West Phoenix to talk to truck drivers to learn how high fuel prices are affecting them, and their political choices.
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Sep 17, 2008
Here and Now: Governor NapolitanoArizona Governor Janet Napolitano joined Here and Now host Steve Goldstein to discuss the latest in the presidential race, including negativity and falsehoods in TV ads. Napolitano also talked about the economy and state revenues and talked about whether she lost her 'mojo.'
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Sep 10, 2008
Here and Now: Sen. Dennis DeconciniFormer Arizona senator Dennis Deconcini talks about why John McCain may not make a good president and whether Democrats are tough enough to win the presidency. ASU finance and real estate professor Anthony Sanders talks about why he disagrees with the federal takeover of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and what impact the move will have on Arizonans.
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Sep 9, 2008
A Generation After Guest WorkersAs a the US debate on immigration reform and a new guest worker program is stalled, KJZZ's Tony Ganzer is looking at Germany's guest worker past. He reports that decades after the programs were enacted some immigrants and their children are still having a hard time getting along, in both their new and old countries.
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Sep 9, 2008
A Wild West-Inspired GermanyArizona's a choice spot for tourists from many parts of the globe--the Grand Canyon alone is visited by nearly 5 million people a year. But some Germans in Dresden enjoy Arizona for a different reason. KJZZ'S Tony Ganzer reports on how this Arizona Club is using the American Wild West for inspiration.
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Sep 8, 2008
Immigrant School Safe ZoneIt's been nearly two years since Arizona voters approved Proposition 300, which denies in-state tuition to students who are not U.S. citizens. Now, some local teachers say they're worried about the emotional effects that the legislation is having on their teenage Latino students. As KJZZ's Marcos Najera reports, a Phoenix volunteer group called CADENA wants to help concerned teachers reach out to immigrant students.
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Sep 6, 2008
McCain's Run and AZ PoliticsAmerican voters will decide the next president in less than 2 months. If John McCain wins the White House, will other Arizonans move to DC with him? KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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Sep 4, 2008
What McCain's Run Means for ArizonaArizona's senior senator will officially accept his party's nomination for president Thursday night, and when he does, the spotlight will widen both on the senator and his home state. KJZZ has been speaking with Arizonans who have worked either for or with John McCain, and in the 1st of a 3 part series, KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports on what his candidacy...and potential presidency...would mean for Arizona.
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Sep 4, 2008
What McCain's Run Means for Western IssuesNow that Senator John McCain has officially accepted the Republican nomination for President, he's even closer to the White House...and to putting Arizona in the political spotlight. KJZZ has been speaking with Arizonans who have worked either for or with John McCain. And in the second of a three-part series, KJZZ's Steve Goldstein reports on how a McCain administration would come to bear on issues of importance to people in the West.
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Sep 3, 2008
Here and Now: Election ResultsKJZZ's Here and Now looked at primary election results. Democrat Tim Nelson joined host Steve Goldstein to discuss his win in the democratic race for Maricopa County Attorney. KJZZ reporter Mark Brodie and Dennis Welch of the East Valley Tribune talked about congressional and legislative results and what they mean for the general election. Ty Young of aztechnews.net discussed the Corporation Commission race.
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Aug 31, 2008
'08 Primary ElectionKJZZ's Paul Atkinson talks with Arizona Republic Editorial Columnist Bob Robb about voter turnout in the primary election; why most votes are cast before election day and the impact early voting has on election campaigns; and why independent voters don't make much of a difference in primary elections.
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Aug 30, 2008
Two Dems Want to Take On ThomasTwo Democrats are vying to be their party's nominee for Maricopa County Attorney. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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Aug 29, 2008
Many Candidates Vie for Renzi's SeatAll week we're reporting on political races leading up to Arizona's primary election Tuesday. This morning, we focus on Congressional District One. It's been a Republican stronghold for years but the embattled incumbent, Rick Renzi, isn't running, and the field is wide open. KJZZ's Rene Gutel reports.
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