Arizona Spotlight - Episodes

State of the Union Address Live Coverage

Jan 26, 2014 PBS Newshour and NPR 89.1 radio will provide live coverage of President Obama’s State of the Union Address, Tuesday, beginning at 7 p.m.

Celebrating the Life and Music of an Arizona Original

Jan 24, 2014 Black Sun Ensemble's final recordings released with help from a Tucson - Pima Arts Council grant.

Arizona Spotlight for January 24, 2014

Jan 23, 2014 Doc examines what led to SB 1070; host of Arizona Week talks immigration; trilingual 7-year-old; Black Sun Ensemble.

One, Dos, Drei: Tucson Girl Growing Up Trilingual

Jan 23, 2014 Thanks to parents who come from Germany, Mexico and school where 7-year-old learns English.

New Doc Looks at Turbulent Debate Over Immigration in AZ

Jan 23, 2014 State of Arizona looks at controversial law SB 1070, its effects, the opinion of people on both sides of the spectrum.

The Silver Screen vs. The Handheld Screen

Jan 17, 2014 Film writer Chris Dashiell reflects on how the cinematic experience changed as movies transition from theaters to television to the palm of your hand

Arizona Spotlight for January 17, 2014

Jan 16, 2014 Guitarist Jorma Kaukonen coming to Tucson; changes in cinematic experiences; Stairwell Session featuring Cyril Barrett.

Legendary Rock and Blues Guitarist Jorma Kaukonen

Jan 16, 2014 His finger picking technique is an important part of his individual style; best known for playing with Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna

Arizona Spotlight for January 10, 2014

Jan 9, 2014 A look at the gardening project in Pueblo high; therapeutic horseback riding; mother speaks of losing daughter to cancer.

Horseback Riding as Therapy for Special Needs

Jan 9, 2014 Since 1974, TROT has used method for children, adults who are challenged with everything from blindness, PTSD and autism.

Pueblo High Builds Community Strength Through Gardening

Jan 9, 2014 High school students build relationships through intergenerational project in South Tucson.

The Return of Downton Abbey

Jan 2, 2014 Rebecca Eaton reflects on her 40-year career as producer of Masterpiece, including how Downton Abbey became her greatest success

Arizona Spotlight for December 13th, 2013

Dec 13, 2013 Shelter for homeless women; author explains 'the hypocrisy footprint;' teacher talks common core standards; meet composer Brad Fiedel.

Borrowed Time - A Musical Journey

Dec 13, 2013 Find out why successful film composer Brad Fiedel decided to leave Hollywood behind in a quest to rekindle his artistic inspiration.

The Hypocrisy Footprint

Dec 12, 2013 Author Chris Cokinos tries to explain the logic behind what he calls the 'hypocrisy footprint' left by backyard pools in the arid Southwest

Effects of Common Core Adoption at Presidio Schools

Dec 12, 2013 Method has forced teachers to allow students to think more independently, says Scott Whitlock, head of curriculum and instruction.

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