May 02, 2005
Happs at the Cap
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( Phoenix )Happs at the Cap is a weekly inside look at, well, happenings at the state capitol.
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Can't get enough state politics? Want to keep an eye on what your legislators are up to? Happs at the Cap is an exclusive web column, giving you the inside scoop on the state legislature.
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May 02, 2005
Budget Talks Dragging Out Session
( Phoenix )The budget is the main topic of discussion at the state capitol, but it's only one of the items being served at the legislative buffet. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and KJZZ's Mark Brodie talk about the spending plan, as well as what else lawmakers have on their plates.
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April 30, 2005
The Last Night of the Yankee Dynasty
( Phoenix, AZ )Mark Moran interviews Buster Olney, author of "The Last Night of the Yankee Dynasty: The Game, the Team, and the Cost of Greatness", about Yankee owner George Steinbrenner and his dealings with the team.
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April 29, 2005
Thoughts on Overalls
( Phoenix, AZ )Most of us give a lot of thought to what our kids wear. Commentator Amy Silverman considers a special set of circumstances with regards to her daughter Sophie's clothes.
Sophie's Stories
More stories by Amy Silverman about her daughter Sophie and about how Down syndrome has effected her family's life.
www.annabellestern.net
Annabelle and Sophie's web site.
Phoenix New Times
Commentator Amy Silverman is the Associate Editor of the Phoenix New Times Newspaper. You can read more of her articles using the link above.
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April 29, 2005
Hiroshima Maiden
( Phoenix, AZ )Sixty years ago, the United States dropped an Atomic bomb on the Japanese City Hiroshima. Ten years later, 25 women were brought to the U.S. for reconstructive surgery. But once in the states, they were thrust in the public eye. The piece "Hiroshima Maiden" explores this tension at ASU’s Galvin Playhouse this Friday, April 29th and Saturday April 30th at 7 p.m.
www.asugammage.com
For more information, visit www.asugammage.com or call 480-965-3434.
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April 28, 2005
AZ Senator Kyl to Continue Fight Against Online Gambling Sites
( Phoenix, AZ )Online sports betting and casino websites are predicted to rake in more money than ever this year. Nearly all of these gambling sites are based off-shore and are close to impossible to regulate. Arizona's Senator Jon Kyl has tried for several years to push through Congress a prohibition on internet gambling. KJZZ's Rene Gutel reports Kyl is planning to try again.
Morning Edition
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April 27, 2005
Leaving the Saints - Part Two
Extended Interview with Hugh Nibley
( Phoenix, AZ )Dennis Lambert continues the conversation on the controversial new memoir "Leaving the Saints" by Valley writer Martha Beck. In it, she claims her father...the leading Mormon scholar Hugh Nibley... molested her. But Martha Beck's 7 siblings say the abuse could never have happened... Dennis talks with Martha's brother, Alex Nibley about why the family believes Martha Beck fabricated her story.
Morning Edition
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Leaving the Saints - Part One
Listen to the first part of the series where Dennis Lambert talks with Valley writer Martha Beck.
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April 27, 2005
First Lady Pays Visit to Phoenix
( Phoenix, AZ )First Lady Laura Bush included Phoenix yesterday in a tour of the country to promote the president's Helping America's Youth Initiative. KJZZ's Rene Gutel reports on her brief visit downtown, which included a stop at the Heard Museum to meet with Native American leaders.
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April 26, 2005
Leaving the Saints - Part One
Extended Interview with Martha Beck
( Phoenix, AZ )Dennis Lambert talks with Valley writer Martha Beck. In her new book, "Leaving the Saints," she claims her father, a leading Mormon scholar, sexually abused her when she was a child. She says it was not until later in life that she recovered those memories. Her siblings refute her claims and have launched a campaign against the book.
Morning Edition
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Leaving the Saints - Part Two
Listen to the first part of the series where Dennis Lambert talks with Martha Beck's brother Alex Nibley.
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April 25, 2005
Arizona Asks for Looser No Child Left Behind Rules
( Phoenix, AZ )Arizona is asking the federal government to loosen requirements of the No Child Left Behind Act. The state's head of public schools says some of the rules are unrealistic. KJZZ's Rene Gutel reports.
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April 25, 2005
Happs at the Cap
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( Phoenix, AZ )Happs at the Cap is a weekly inside look at, well, happenings at the state capitol.
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Can't get enough state politics? Want to keep an eye on what your legislators are up to? Happs at the Cap is an exclusive web column, giving you the inside scoop on the state legislature.
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April 21, 2005
Romley Won't Challenge Napolitano
( Phoenix )KJZZ's Steve Goldstein reports on why Rick Romley has joined Congressman J.D. Hayworth on the sidelines...and decided not to challenge Governor Janet Napolitano in 2006.
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April 20, 2005
Arizona Reacts to Election of New Pope
( Chandler, AZ )Phoenix Catholic Bishop Thomas Olmsted says Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger is a good choice to lead the Roman Catholic Church. KJZZ's Rene Gutel reports on reaction in Arizona to the election of the 265th Pontiff.
Morning Edition
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April 18, 2005
Budget Battles Set to Begin Again
( Phoenix )State lawmakers are ready to have another go at the state budget, and it may look surprisingly like the first budget. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and KJZZ's Mark Brodie talk about what might be different, and what else is going on under the copper dome.
Morning Edition
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April 13, 2005
Here and Now: April 13, 2005
( Phoenix, AZ )Governor Napolitano joined us to talk about the top issues facing the state, including a budget agreement with legislative republicans, the minuteman project on Arizona's southern border, the future of the AIMS test, and ask if pharmacists should have the right to refuse to fill certain prescriptions.
Previous Discussions on Here and Now
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Talking with the Governor
Additional interviews with Governor Napolitano on Here and Now.
www.azgovernor.gov
To contact the governor, visit www.azgovernor.gov, phone Constituent Services at: 602.542.1318, or email at azgov@az.gov.
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April 12, 2005
On Commuting to LA
( Phoenix, AZ )Jason Spisak, a voice actor who lives in Mesa and commutes back and forth to Los Angeles defends his drive because of lifestyle issues.
Morning Edition
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jasonspisak.com
Check out Jason's animations, voice overs, weblog posts and more.
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April 08, 2005
Hyzdu's Final Stand
( San Diego, CA )Valley resident and pro-baseball player Adam Hyzdu brings us up to date on his effort to make his first Opening Day Major League roster after spending nearly all of his career toiling away in the minors.
Adam Hyzdu's Journals 2005
Hear additional journals for spring training 2005 from Adam Hyzdu as they become available.
Adam Hyzdu's Journals 2004
Hear Adam's journals from spring training 2004.
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April 08, 2005
Holocaust Survivor Speaks at College
Adler's Complete Speech
( Phoenix, AZ )Phoenix resident Ella Adler is a Holocaust survivor who has been speaking about her experiences for more than fifty years. Adler says talking about her four years in Nazi concentration camps takes a toll. Last night she spoke to students at Gateway Community College for an event she says may be one of the last times she'll publicly tell her story. Here is Ella Adler, on the record.
[ Rene Gutel ]
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April 08, 2005
Romeo and Juliet
( Phoenix, AZ )Robrt Pela reviews Childsplay’s production of Romeo and Juliet. Romeo and Juliet continues through April 17th at the Herberger Theatre Center. 222 East Monroe Street. Call 480-350-8101 for more information.
Robrt Pela's reviews at phoenixnewtimes.com
Morning Edition
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April 08, 2005
Getting the Scoop at the Capitol
( Phoenix )KJZZ's Steve Goldstein finds out about "West Washington"--the publication with the inside scoop on the State House and Senate--from its publisher, former lawmaker Stan Barnes.
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April 07, 2005
A Pragmatic Education
( Phoenix, AZ )Kirk Hinsey, an eighth grade teacher at Powell Junior High School in the Mesa Unified School District discusses his thoughts on the pragmatic measures taken to make for a successful education.
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April 07, 2005
Memorabilia from Pope's Visit on Display
( Phoenix, AZ )Memorabilia from Pope John Paul the Second's 1987 visit to Phoenix are on display at the Diocesan Pastoral Center in downtown Phoenix. The display opened yesterday. KJZZ's Rene Gutel reports.
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April 06, 2005
Anti-immigration Proposals Draw Protest
( Phoenix, AZ )Two bills working their way through the state legislature are drawing criticism from those who say they’re the most stringent anti-immigration proposals yet. Hundreds marched from Mesa to Phoenix yesterday hoping to stop the legislation in its tracks. Abigail Beshkin reports.
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