The Buzz
The Buzz is an interview-focused show to give listeners in Southern Arizona a deeper understanding of news, politics, science, current events and more.
Latest episodes
Dec 16, 2022 • 27min
Forecasting the Southern Arizona economy for 2023
Job market expected to remain strong, but housing remains major cause of inflation.
Dec 9, 2022 • 31min
The Buzz takes a trip down the Verde River
Discover the transformative impact of commercial outfitters on the Verde River ecosystem and the challenges of managing overuse. Explore the effects of a massive slag pile on the river's water quality and composition. Learn about conservation efforts to remove invasive species threatening the native ecosystem along the river.
Dec 2, 2022 • 29min
Working to Lower Homelessness in Southern Arizona
Latest efforts have gained traction while also talking about crime reduction.
Nov 25, 2022 • 29min
What is the future of Southern Arizona's shopping malls?
As the holiday shopping season kicks off, we look at how retail hubs are trying to stay relevant.
Nov 18, 2022 • 27min
Sunshine Mile project complete after years of work
Renovation to downtown's eastern gateway has been a topic since the 1990s.
Nov 11, 2022 • 27min
Recapping the 2022 midterms
Arizona results are not yet final, but early totals show a predicted red tide didn't rise.
Nov 4, 2022 • 38min
UA students talk about the events leading to their professor's death
Three students detail months of harassment and threats that were reported, but they feel received inadequate response.
Oct 28, 2022 • 27min
Latino voters are not a voting block
Plus, a check-in with elections officials as the midterm approaches.
Oct 21, 2022 • 28min
How the online world has changed campaign finance
A look at how the internet has changed how money comes into and flows out of politics.
Oct 14, 2022 • 27min
Gun violence in Tucson
A look at a recent University of Arizona campus shooting, a new TPD unit, and gun buybacks.
