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
Jan 8, 2021 • 27min
Looking ahead 10 years after deadly Jan. 8 shooting
Survivors and advocates discuss progress on reducing gun violence and what still needs to be done.
Dec 18, 2020 • 27min
Checking in on the health of the Santa Cruz River
Upgrades to the county's wastewater treatment continue to improve the vitality of the river and the wildlife it supports.
Dec 11, 2020 • 27min
Exploring unions in Arizona
A growing number of white-collar workers are forming unions in industries like higher education and journalism.
Dec 4, 2020 • 27min
Digging into campaign spending in the 2020 election
How much difference did record-breaking campaign spending make in Arizona?
Nov 20, 2020 • 27min
Downtown development renews scrutiny of economic incentives and community preservation
A tax incentive helped revitalize Tucson's downtown, but some residents say it also threatens to push them out.
Nov 6, 2020 • 27min
Understanding election results in Pima County and Arizona
Democrats saw encouraging voter trends in a state once considered a Republican stronghold.
Oct 30, 2020 • 27min
Lecture series examines ‘Woman Power'
The fall talks at the UA touched upon the way women wield power in language, family life and their communities.
Oct 23, 2020 • 27min
Exploring the myth of monolithic voting blocs
Campaigns often target voting "blocs" based on gender, religion and race, despite these groups being politically diverse.
Oct 16, 2020 • 27min
Tucson Electric Power looks to expand renewables, raise customer rates
TEP's plans to raise rates and install a transmission line near historic neighborhoods are not without controversy.
Oct 9, 2020 • 27min
A look at Arizona's two ballot measures
Arizona voters will decide on taxing top earners to fund education and legalizing recreational marijuana.
