You Let Some Girl Beat You? The Story of Ann Meyers Drysdale

Ann Meyers Drysdale recounts her experience being the lone woman to try out for the NBA’s Indiana Pacers -- two decades before the WNBA was formed.

A fond farewell to Terry Ward

KJZZ’s own Terry Ward tells Steve Goldstein about 26+ years of making public radio in the Valley. 

A Battle for the Soul of Islam

Phoenix physician Dr Zuhdi Jasser talks about his book A Battle for the Soul of Islam, and explains the current struggle within Muslim communities with differing ideas.

The fallout from Supreme Court's ruling on SB 1070

Former state lawmaker Chris Herstam and John MacDonald, owner of local lobbying and consulting firm Policy AZ, explain the reactions of politicians to the Supreme Court's ruling on SB 1070. Glenn Hamer, president and CEO of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce, talks about the perspective of the business community.

Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton on SB 1070 and Arizona's economy

Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton talks about the image overhaul Arizona needs in order to attract new businesses in the wake of the SB 1070 controversy.

SB 1070 Supreme Court Opinion - Live Coverage on KJZZ

The science of spinning a story

Jason Rose, head of Rose Moser Allyn Public & Online Relations, is considered by some to be the king of spin in Arizona. He explains his job and the decisions made by public figures in Arizona.

Explaining the impact of SB 1070

Chris Moncayo, vice president and general manager of Entravision Communications, explains why 23 media outlets decided to simulcast a program about Arizona's SB 1070.

SB 1070 Supreme Court Opinion - Live Coverage on KJZZ

Reactions to Obama's immigration executive order

Republican Congressman David Schweikert and Democratic Congressman Raul Grijalva react to President Obama’s decision regarding so-called Dreamers, or young illegal immigrants. Two experts also comment on the reactions from the GOP and answer listener calls.

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