Tucson Latina finds purpose in politics, and the history of Shakespeare's First Folio.
Also on Arizona Spotlight: Visit the Tucson Gem & Mineral Show with an avid shopper, and Beth Surdut pays attention to her desert neighbors, the coyote.
Arizona Spotlight for December 18, 2015
Brothers share memories of growing up in an unconventional family; author Tom Van Dyke talks about "A Cowboy Christmas"; learn about the first Tucson Solo Theater Festival; meet a young cellist chosen to perform with The Moscow Ballet.
Arizona Spotlight for September 18, 2015
Comedian Dana Carvey brings his characters to Tucson; local organization offers support and safety to victims of domestic abuse; author Johanna Skibsrud reads from her novel "Quartet for the End of Time".
The Haunting of the Mexican Border
Artist, filmmaker and author Kathryn Ferguson discusses her book about the changing social and political landscape of the U.S. - Mexico Border.
Arizona Spotlight for August 7, 2015
Author Kathryn Ferguson discusses "The Haunting of the Mexican Border - One Woman's Journey"; Cooperative Extension offers expert help with agriculture and wellness; Chris Dashiell explores the heroic legacy of Zorro.
Janni Lee Simner
Tucson author creates fantasy worlds from imagination, research, and a knack for creating sense of place.
Arizona Spotlight for July 10, 2015
A community finds common ground in a local park; Sun Sounds of Arizona reads print media for those who can't; author Janni Lee Simner talks about creating fantasy fiction; unusual style of yoga offers "Authentic Movement".
Arizona Spotlight for June 5, 2015
Non-profit "Flags for the Flagless" honors veterans; book details author's personal quest to better understand the life of Edward Abbey; Tucson car show draws diverse crowd; Molly McCloy shares a story about growing up.
MacArthur Fellow Gary Paul Nabhan
Scientist, food activist and writer raises awareness and enthusiam about plants, food, and a healthy environment.
Arizona Spotlight for March 13th, 2015
Meet a local man who overcame his illiteracy while in his 50s; all-around entertainer Ben Vereen reflects on a stellar career; author Elizabeth Evans explores friendship & betrayal in her novel "As Good as Dead"; National Pi Day gets a closer look.
"As Good as Dead"
An act of betrayal looms large in the latest novel from Tucson author & creative writing professor Elizabeth Evans.
Remembering Leonard Nimoy, the Poet
Explore a lesser known side of the late actor's work, one that earned him a devoted following beyond the final frontier of "Star Trek".
Tucson Author Elizabeth Gunn Interviews 'A Lot of Cops' to Nail Scenes
Festival of Books speaker shares her writing life, features local sites in her mystery stories.
Life-changing Experiences While Serving Overseas
Peace Corps volunteers say life abroad opens new horizons, and is unforgettable.
Arizona Spotlight for February 13th, 2015
A student learns to balance family, education, and work with limited income; translating Murakami's stories into English; repose as a way to deal with stress; a bull rider's quest for the Gold Buckle.
