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 8, 2023 • 27min
A legislative look ahead into education policy
This week we talked with both the county and state school superintendent about universal school vouchers and teacher retention.
Dec 1, 2023 • 29min
A legislative look ahead into criminal justice reform
The new legislative session begins in January, so we asked those close to reform initiatives what they believe is expected.
Nov 24, 2023 • 36min
Why a 32-year-old federal law has failed to bring Native American remains home
REPEAT. A federal law was supposed to ensure returns of most remains by 1995. So why are thousands of Arizona tribal remains still not back with their people?
Nov 17, 2023 • 27min
Does Housing First Work?
Housing First was a topic of debate in recent Tucson city elections, so we ask experts about the evidence.
Nov 10, 2023 • 27min
Recapping off-year election results
Education bonds and overrides largely succeed around the state, and Democrats continue Tucson government dominance.
Nov 3, 2023 • 27min
The Buzz examines Southern Arizona's home rental market
Rent costs have outpaced wage growth, leading to issues for many renters and growth in help for those households.
Oct 27, 2023 • 27min
The Buzz speaks with Tucson City Council candidates
Candidates see streets, crimes and homelessness as the city's top issues.
Oct 20, 2023 • 27min
El Tour de Mayor of Tucson
AZPM takes a drive around Tucson with three candidates running in the mayor's race.
Oct 13, 2023 • 29min
Examining two questionable police incidents in Southern Arizona
Two recent events have led to criticism of separate law enforcement agencies.
Oct 6, 2023 • 27min
One year after UA's deadly on-campus shooting
As the community comes together to remember UA professor Dr. Thomas Meixner, we check in with university employees to see how they are doing one year later.
