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Valley 101 podcast

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Valley 101

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  The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com  

Whether you're a longtime Arizona resident or a newcomer, chances are there's something you've always wondered about the Valley. From The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com comes Valley 101, a weekly podcast where our journalists find answers to your questions about metro Phoenix and beyond. From silly to serious, you tell us what to investigate. You can submit questions at valley101.azcentral.com or reach us on social media @azcentral. This show is hosted by Bill Goodykootz and produced by Amanda Luberto.

Whether you're a longtime Arizona resident or a newcomer, chances are there's something you've always wondered about the Valley. From The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com comes Valley 101, a weekly podcast where our journalists find answers to your questions about metro Phoenix and beyond. From silly to serious, you tell us what to investigate. You can submit questions at valley101.azcentral.com or reach us on social media @azcentral. This show is hosted by Bill Goodykootz and produced by Amanda Luberto.

 

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#363

Who won Arizona Highway's Best Picture of 2025?

Arizona Highways has chosen its Best Picture of 2025, and surprise, it isn't of the Grand ... more

08 Dec 2025

13 MINS

13:24

08 Dec 2025

#362

What is the best movie made in Arizona?

It might surprise you to know that a good amount of movies have been filmed in Arizona ove... more

01 Dec 2025

43 MINS

43:45

01 Dec 2025

#361

What Thanksgiving sides do Arizonans like best?

It's Thanksgiving week, and Arizonans have food on their mind. Stores are starting to sell... more

24 Nov 2025

17 MINS

17:09

24 Nov 2025

#360

Why is Christmas music playing so early in Arizona?

Love it or hate it, Christmas music has started playing on radio stations and in grocery s... more

17 Nov 2025

15 MINS

15:50

17 Nov 2025

#359

What's the best Native American restaurant in the Valley?

November is designated as National Native American Heritage Month. According to the Depart... more

10 Nov 2025

13 MINS

13:33

10 Nov 2025

#358

What makes these Phoenix bars best in the US?

Recently, two Arizona bars made it on USA Today's 29 best bar list: Carry On and Gracie's ... more

03 Nov 2025

14 MINS

14:01

03 Nov 2025

#357

What's it like working in an AZ haunted house?

You might know what it's like to walk through a haunted house. It's exhilarating, scary an... more

27 Oct 2025

15 MINS

15:41

27 Oct 2025

#356

Why are people licking Sonoran Desert toads?

You might've heard screeching outside after the rain this year. Don't fear, it's just the ... more

20 Oct 2025

17 MINS

17:37

20 Oct 2025

#355

What's it like to have the Rock play you in a movie?

This week on Valley 101, host Bill Goodykoontz talks to one of the few people who can say ... more

13 Oct 2025

14 MINS

14:47

13 Oct 2025

#354

Summer felt less awful. But was it?

If you find yourself thinking, "This summer wasn't that bad," you're not alone. The Valley... more

06 Oct 2025

12 MINS

12:11

06 Oct 2025

#353

What's new in state fair food?

State fairs across the country are often known for being places full of large, fried, and ... more

29 Sep 2025

24 MINS

24:03

29 Sep 2025

#352

Why is the chihuahua Arizona's most popular dog?

A story from U.S. News & World Report crossed the desk of our host Bill Goodykoontz this w... more

22 Sep 2025

11 MINS

11:41

22 Sep 2025

#351

Where do the leaves change color in Arizona?

It’s coming up on fall! A time where America seems to be jumping up in joy, donning their ... more

15 Sep 2025

15 MINS

15:37

15 Sep 2025

#350

What's so great about Phoenix anyway?

The weather is triple digits, it's dry as a bone and the city landscape is overrun with st... more

08 Sep 2025

18 MINS

18:59

08 Sep 2025

#349

What’s it like to call ASU football games?

Football season is finally back and the ASU Sun Devils are expected to deliver on their hi... more

01 Sep 2025

14 MINS

14:14

01 Sep 2025

#348

What's the secret to the best fried chicken in Phoenix?

Everyone has their own definition of the well-worn phrase "comfort food." Pizza, burgers, ... more

25 Aug 2025

14 MINS

14:56

25 Aug 2025

#347

How much water does it take to grow weed in Arizona?

Something Arizonans hear a lot is that we're running out of water. While the state has eno... more

18 Aug 2025

17 MINS

17:18

18 Aug 2025

#346

Can you really cook an egg on the sidewalk in Arizona?

The rumors might be true... the desert heat is hot– maybe even hot enough to cook your bre... more

11 Aug 2025

11 MINS

11:24

11 Aug 2025

#345

What is the most scenic view in Arizona?

Arizona has a different kind of beauty. Those craggy rocks and scrubby little bushes start... more

04 Aug 2025

14 MINS

14:31

04 Aug 2025

#344

Why do the Grand Canyon fires feel personal?

The fires burning at the Grand Canyon are now the the fifth-largest blaze at a national pa... more

28 Jul 2025

10 MINS

10:12

28 Jul 2025

#343

What is the controversy behind an Arizona “Love island” contestant?

Peacock’s hit reality TV series “Love Island USA” wrapped it's seventh season on Sunday, J... more

21 Jul 2025

17 MINS

17:42

21 Jul 2025

#342

What's it like to be the Dbacks organist?

If you've ever been to an Arizona Diamondbacks game, you've heard Bobby Freeman. You may n... more

14 Jul 2025

21 MINS

21:00

14 Jul 2025

#341

Where's the best pizza in Phoenix?

Happily, metro Phoenix has some great pizza places. Places? Joints? Choose your own colloq... more

07 Jul 2025

13 MINS

13:39

07 Jul 2025