The Buzz cover image

The Buzz

Latest episodes

undefined
Feb 9, 2024 • 30min

Organ and tissue donation in Arizona

A look at how transplants happen, and what it's like to live through one.
undefined
Feb 2, 2024 • 27min

Arizona's tax credit system

Not many states allow dollar-for-dollar tax credits for some donations, but Arizona does, and thousands of organizations are on the list.
undefined
Jan 26, 2024 • 29min

Combatting Generational Poverty in Pima County

A new effort aims to help those who are born into poverty move up the socio-economic ladder.
undefined
Jan 19, 2024 • 28min

How the state went from a surplus to a deficit

Two economists walk through how the state is facing a projected $1.7 billion deficit by the end of FY 25 after starting last year with a $2.5 billion surplus.
undefined
Jan 12, 2024 • 27min

Arizona's abandoned mines

The podcast delves into the dangers and environmental impact of Arizona's abandoned mines, including efforts to locate, seal, and clean up these sites. Topics covered include arsenic remediation, mine closure efforts, historical mining in Yavapai County, challenges in managing stakeholders' needs, and the lack of regulation in historical mining operations.
undefined
Jan 5, 2024 • 30min

The Buzz Extra: Two UA faculty and staff detail their recent suspension

Community liaison Rebecca Zapien and Director of the Early Childhood Education Program Becka Lopez detail what happened during an Israel-Hamas class discussion, how they felt about their suspension and whether they believe it is possible to hold class discussions regarding social justice on these types of topics.
undefined
Jan 5, 2024 • 27min

How the Israel-Hamas conflict is influencing academia in Arizona

Protests supporting both Palestine and Israel have made their way to Arizona's college campuses and responses from stakeholders at both the state and university levels have brought criticism.
undefined
Dec 29, 2023 • 27min

Looking back and ahead at our economy

Economists say growth is likely to slow, but not stop, in the region and nation.
undefined
Dec 22, 2023 • 29min

A legislative look-ahead at water and agriculture

Exploring the impact of Arizona's water crisis and legislative sessions on agriculture, evolution of water usage in California, advancements in water-efficient agriculture practices, shift in water management philosophy, challenges faced by growers in adopting efficient irrigation methods, and balancing agriculture with urbanization in Arizona.
undefined
Dec 15, 2023 • 27min

Arizona navigates legal uncertainty with two conflicting abortion bans

Arizona contends with a legal tangle over two conflicting abortion laws, leaving providers and patients in uncertainty.

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts

Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app