
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... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 364 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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The struggle to park in any busy city can bring stress to commuters and visitors alike. Downtown Phoenix is no different.
We've heard the same thing from Phoenicians all the time: There are no parking spots in downtown.
This week, Valley 101 explor... more
Arizona Highways has chosen its Best Picture of 2025, and surprise, it isn't of the Grand Canyon or Monument Valley - although one of those panoramas did place.
This week on Valley 101, host Bill Goodykoontz is taking on a podcasting challenge: use ... more
It might surprise you to know that a good amount of movies have been filmed in Arizona over the decades. And more than just westerns!
But what is the "best" movie? That is subjective: a movie you love, someone else might hate and vice versa. So we c... more
It's Thanksgiving week, and Arizonans have food on their mind. Stores are starting to sell out of food. It's the last rush before the big meal.
Something that people like to talk about during this season is food rankings. One of the biggest food deb... more
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This is an information based podcast. It is unbiased and does not humor conspiracy theories. These journalists have integrity and it shows. Plus it's very entertaining!
This is a far left wing podcast. If you’re a far left winger you’ll love this pod. I can’t wait until the AZ Republic goes out of business and all these people lose their jobs
Looking forward to listening to this!
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The content covers a wide array of topics related to life in Arizona, particularly focusing on the metro Phoenix area. Episodes frequently explore local culture, history, culinary trends, and community issues, ensuring a mix of both light-hearted and serious discussions. Noteworthy segments include explorations of Arizona's unique cuisines, local holiday traditions, and even environmental changes, which appeal to both long-time residents and newcomers looking to connect with the area. This mix of local news and human interest stories, combined with engaging guest interviews, makes it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the Valley's vibrant community.
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Valley 101 launched 7 years ago and published 364 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Valley 101 include:
1. Tam Ryan
2. Beth McDonald
3. Ryan Swanson
4. Lauren Garris
5. Mark Kerr
6. Dr. Erinanne Saffell
7. Jim Dublinski
8. Roger Naylor
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