The Buzz
Airs Fridays at 8:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. and Saturdays at 3:30 p.m. on NPR 89.1
The Buzz is an interview-focused show to give listeners in Southern Arizona a deeper understanding of news, politics, science, current events and more.
Changes to Title IX Would Narrow Definition of Sex Discrimimation
January 18, 2019 A look at proposed changes to the federal law prohibiting such discrimination in education in the #MeToo era.
Schools, Roads and Public Health: Priorities for the Arizona Legislature
January 10, 2019 Conversations with state and local leaders about their goals for the upcoming session.
Arizona Delegation Helps Usher In Historic New Congress
January 3, 2019 Democrats take control of one chamber and women make big gains, all with Arizona's help.
Winter Solstice Celebrations
December 20, 2018 The traditional beginning of winter marks a season of holidays for many cultures and religions.
Development and the San Pedro
December 13, 2018 The Arizona Supreme Court sided with a homebuilder in Sierra Vista despite concerns about the San Pedro River.
Climate Change and Adaptation in the Southwest
December 6, 2018 Two recent reports have brought renewed attention to the effects of climate change on local, regional and global levels.
Music of the Borderlands
November 29, 2018 A look into the history and culture of three popular styles of border music: norteño, corridos and mariachi.
Raising the Age to Buy Tobacco
November 22, 2018 Tucson is considering raising the minimum age to buy cigarettes in an effort to curb smoking among teens.
Pedaling Your Way to Work
November 15, 2018 Tucson is known as a bike-friendly town. When it comes to commuting, how is the city planning for bikes?
Election Recap: The 2018 Midterms
November 8, 2018 A breakdown of the election results in Arizona.
Growing Tucson's Tech Industry
November 1, 2018 Research parks and a new startup academy are helping locals develop new ideas.
