Arizona Spotlight Podcast

Arizona Spotlight for May 23, 2014

May 22, 2014 Brazilian seeking asylum in US after fleeing persecution for being gay; Gabriel Sullivan plans to write one song every day; movie legacy of Billy the Kid.

LGBT Global Persecution Leads to Asylum Seekers in Southern AZ

May 22, 2014 Marco Antonio Galdino left São Paulo in 1995, lives in Tucson while he awaits appeal of refugee rejection.

Gabriel Sullivan's New Year's Resolution: One Song A Day

May 22, 2014 While driving back from the Grand Canyon on January 1, Tucson musician vowed to write, record and publish one song every day this year.

Hollywood's Favorite Outlaw

May 22, 2014 Chris Dashiell reflects on three different portrayals of Old West anti-hero Billy the Kid, representing three different eras of movie making.

Arizona Spotlight for May 16, 2014

May 15, 2014 Local history honored at San Ysidro Fest; fantasy and reality of Valley of the Moon.

San Ysidro Festival

May 15, 2014 The Friends of Tucson's Birthplace invite the community to celebrate more than 4,000 years of local history.

Old Pueblo's World of Magic and Fairy Tales

May 15, 2014 Valley of the Moon is a private park tucked away in a quiet neighborhood just north of Winterhaven. After 90 years, it’s still an oasis for children of all ages.

Tales of Tucson: 'Forever Home'

May 15, 2014 An abandoned Tucson girl who wishes for a “forever home” finds unlikely allies at the Valley of the Moon.

Arizona Spotlight for May 9, 2014

May 8, 2014 What's behind increased reports of Africanized honey bees?; program helps teens cope with stress; Della Williams is a breast cancer survivor and Tohono O'odham elder.

Spring Signals the Start of Honeybee Migration Season in AZ

May 8, 2014 Experts say the negative reputation of Africanized bees is not entirely deserved.

Voices for the Cure: Della Williams and William Williams

May 8, 2014 After experiencing depression following breast cancer treatment, Della works to keep other women from going through it alone

Arizona Spotlight for May 2, 2014

May 1, 2014 New doc tells story of a Central American migrant who died crossing AZ desert; how an Air Force sergeant balances missions with being a mom; Metal Arts Village tour; Tucson Folksingers reunite after more than 5 decades.

The Tucson Folksingers Reunion

May 1, 2014 Tucsonans who were united by a love of music more than 50 years ago reunite to take part in the Tucson Folk Festival.

Doc Pieces Together Story of Migrant Found Dead in AZ Desert

May 1, 2014 “Who is Dayani Cristal?” puts Pima County on international map as it premiers across the world.

Metal Arts Village: Best of Both Worlds for Artists

May 1, 2014 Since opening 4 years ago, the village has been home to a variety of artists who can collaborate and build bonds with the public.

Arizona Spotlight for April 25, 2014

Apr 24, 2014 Have you harvested cholla buds lately?; award-winning Ellington Band from Tucson Jazz Institute travels to NYC; being a gentrifier in oldest Latino neighborhood; author gives Anne Frank's sister life.

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