
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

Mar 13, 2020 • 27min
Prepping for the impact of coronavirus in Arizona
As COVID-19 cases continue to climb across the U.S, we take a look at how our community is preparing.

Mar 6, 2020 • 27min
Checking in on the 2020 Arizona Legislature
The path forward for some legislation is clearer with the session roughly halfway over.

Feb 28, 2020 • 27min
Diversity and desegregation in TUSD
After decades of legal battles and diversification efforts, the Tucson Unified School District wants to be released from court supervision.

Feb 21, 2020 • 27min
Groundwater use for Fort Huachuca and the San Pedro River
The podcast discusses the legal battle over shared groundwater supply between Fort Huachuca, Sierra Vista, and the San Pedro River. Topics include concerns over river drying up, challenges in conservation efforts, ongoing disputes impacting urban development, achieving groundwater sustainability, cone of depression in aquifers, and sustainable water usage for future generations.

Feb 14, 2020 • 27min
The price of clean energy in Arizona
Utility companies are embracing clean energy plans, but also looking to increase rates for consumers to finance the changes.

Feb 7, 2020 • 27min
Ensuring security in Arizona elections
County and state election officials discuss how they're working to combat misinformation and interference in the 2020 race.

Jan 31, 2020 • 27min
Young activists press for action on climate change
Inexperience and age aren't stopping young people in Arizona and around the world from demanding action.

Jan 24, 2020 • 26min
The future of Raytheon Missile Systems
Raytheon’s new president discusses the company’s future, including efforts to recruit a more diverse workforce.

Jan 17, 2020 • 27min
Tackling opioid addiction with treatment, not arrest
Police in Southern Arizona are embracing programs to help people break the cycle of addiction without resorting to the criminal justice system.

Jan 10, 2020 • 27min
Planning for a future with less Colorado River water
A new book sheds light on mistakes of the past while Arizona gears up for the next round of negotiations.