Valley 101

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A Valentine from us to you – How Arizona became a state Feb 14, 2023

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February 14th to all is Valentines Day, but to us, it's also statehood day. To show our love to you and Arizona, we are gifting you a special episode on how Arizona became a state. Producer Kaely Monahan finds out how the Arizona Territory gained its statehood.

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Where to go bird-watching in the Valley Feb 13, 2023

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More than 500 bird species are in Arizona. Some just pass through on migration. Others have come to call Arizona home year-round like the Canadian Goose and Rosy-Faced Lovebird. Others are perfectly adapted to our Sonoran desert like the Cactus Wren, our state bird.

In this episode, we learn and hear just a small sample of Arizona's avian species and where to find them.

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Some say it's time for the Chiefs to change Feb 06, 2023

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Super Bowl LVII is coming to Arizona this weekend. The Philadelphia Eagles are facing off against the Kansas City Chiefs for the NFL title.

While this is happening, the Chiefs are the next professional sports team that some say need to face the music: it's time to change the name and traditions of the team.

In this week's episode of Valley 101, a podcast by The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com, we unpack the details. We are joined by Arizona Republic Indigenous affairs reporter Debra Krol to discuss the offensive history of the team's name and why Native activist groups want to modify in-game customs.

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Where are the best wings in the Valley? Jan 30, 2023

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For a lot of people, there’s one thing above all others that goes with their sports: wings. Game day and a plate of hot wings go hand in hand, so that’s probably the first thing you think about when it comes to party food.

So we asked ourselves, where’s the best place to go for that perfect sports companion? Between just ourselves on the team, we got different answers. Then, we asked you, our listeners. And we got even more answers.

In this week's episode of Valley 101, we take a look at just a few of the best wing places in the Phoenix area worth sinking your teeth into.

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Why is the sun so much brighter in winter? Jan 23, 2023

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Phoenix is known as the Valley of the Sun. And it’s no joke that we get a lot of sunshine year ‘round. About 300 days worth.

Maybe you've noticed a subtle change in the quality of light as the seasons changed. Perhaps you've found yourself squinting more in the winter. Even sunglasses don't seem to help. Turns out it's not in your mind. The sun is truly brighter in the winter.

So what is going on? Why is the sun so much brighter in the winter even though we have less hours of it? The Valley 101 team finds out.

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What happens when there's a new governor? Jan 16, 2023

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For the first time in nearly a decade, Arizona has a new governor. Former Gov. Doug Ducey cleaned out his office on the 9th floor of the state's executive tower at the end of the year to make way for newly elected leadership.

He served both of his allowed terms and now, Gov. Katie Hobbs has moved in. Along with making her first State of the State address, announcing a proposed 2023 budget and being sworn into office, her and her team are settling into their offices.

New art is being hung, commemorative football helmets are being moved, and updated name plates are being placed.

The office has a new boss, and so does Arizona.

So what all goes into moving in a new governor? Outside of the political changes, what happens when there's a new governor on the executive floor?

In this week's episode of Valley 101, a podcast by The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com, we unpack the details.

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How to protect your plants during Phoenix winters Jan 09, 2023

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It's a little chilly out, and whenever the temperature dips Valley 101 gets inundated with the question: how do I protect my plants from freezing at night?

In this rebroadcast, we answer the question and offer tips and tricks to keep your garden green this winter.

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The best of 2022 Jan 02, 2023

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Valley 101 enters its fourth year, we look back at the stories that moved us, taught us, and helped us grow. These are a review of the best episodes from 2022. Producer Thomas France is joined by producers Amanda Luberto and Kaely Monahan.

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Happy Holidays from Valley 101 Dec 26, 2022

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Happy holidays to you and yours.

We’re off this week, but we didn’t want to leave you empty handed. So we’re re-wrapping a special holiday episode from our archives.

We'll be back in the new year with fresh stories from Phoenix and beyond.

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We go on a Valley-wide adventure to find some holiday spirit Dec 19, 2022

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T’was Monday before Christmas

And all through the paper

The cubicles were empty