Amazing Arizonans

This week on Amazing Arizonans we talk with Arizona’s Morning News co-anchor Jayme West and her amazing career in news.

Our guest for Amazing Arizonans this week is Jim Cross. Jim is a member of the Arizona Broadcasters Hall of Fame and has spent 25 reporting for KTAR news. 

In the latest Amazing Arizonans podcast, former Congressman John Shadegg discusses growing up with a father who helped shape Maricopa County politics.

The American dream is alive and well. A perfect example of that story is this week's guest, Michael Zistatsis. Michael came to America and started working at Christo's as a busboy, eventually working his way up to manager and then a partner. His story truly exemplifies the American dream. I hope you enjoy it!

Chance Cozby is the Executive Director of the Thunderbirds, the organization that hosts the WM Phoenix Open. We talked about the massive growth of the tournament and the money that is raised. Cozby also posts his recipes and cooking skills and has amassed about a million followers online. I hope you enjoy the conversation.

Bill Shover is one of the founding members of the Fiesta Bowl. The game has an economic and cultural impact on Arizona. Bill Shover had the idea of a bowl game in the desert to highlight the talent of the football teams from Arizona’s universities. I hope you enjoy the conversation.

Karrin Taylor Robson is one of the most interesting people I’ve ever met. She was a member of the Arizona Board of Regents and a candidate for governor. Mrs. Robson's perspective on public service and giving to the community is inspirational. I hope you enjoy the conversation.

W. Steven Martin is a a country music DJ Hall of Famer. He has met the biggest names in country music. W. has raised awareness for the most worthwhile causes in the Valley. He’s done it all selflessly and humbly. I hope you enjoy the conversation.

Jay Dobyns tells us the dangers he faced, the fallout that followed and his road back to civilian life. He’s written two books about his experiences, "No Angel" and "Catching Hell." His story is very compelling. I hope you enjoy it.

Pinal County Sheriff Mark Lamb has over 20 years in law enforcement and was a candidate for the United States Senate in 2024. But he has had such an interesting life. He’s lived all over the world. He served as a missionary in Argentina and volunteers all over Arizona. He tells us of a deeply moving experience he had while serving as a missionary and how it affected how he treats people. I hope you enjoy this conversation!