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Click here for the Arizona Almanac PodcastClick here for the Arizona Almanac PodcastNovember 25, 2006
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Jane Monachelli is an Arizona author with a new book called "50 Ways to Love Your Mother". Her book is loaded with gift ideas for aging parents and others when all they need is love. Listen to her story. This is a must read for those of us that may be separated by distance from aging parents, relatives and friends.

The election is over and now back to the issues of the day. Greg Patterson"The Espresso Pundit", says the Arizona 911 memorial is going to be a political hot potato. His report will get your blood boiling.

Buried in catalogs at your house? Jody Owen from "The Space You're In" has a way to keep them from running you out of the house.

Marshall Trimble, Arizona's Official State Historian, has the story of recently deceased Bob Goldwater. Barry Goldwater's older brother was another true Arizona legend and the man who started the Phoenix Open.

Marshall returns with part two on Bob Goldwater.

This week from Rory Aikens of Arizona Game and Fish we find out about Mearns Quail.

Is your yard getting a little shabby? Dave Owens, the Garden Guy has some great tips on pruning and how to do it right and keep your plants healthy.

The Arizona Constitution makes the Arizona Corporation Commission a fourth branch of government. Commissioner Barry Wong stops by to explain why that is so and how the Corporation Commission affects our lives in so many ways.

Tony LaConte from Stargazing for Everyone dips into the e-mail box this week. Listen to him tell us about "starter telescopes". He has tips on what to look for and about what you'll spend.

We take an audio tour of the "Picture Perfect Parks in Sedona".

Catherine, "The Herb Lady" tells us about the maligned garnish parsley this week. It is easy to grow and has no calories so it is worth having in your herb patch.

Catherine, "The Herb Lady" has a recipe and a variation on it that is really interesting. The Arizona Almanac Greatest Recipe is for her secret truffles. But the twist in the recipe blends chocolate and red hot chiles. Listen before you grimace. It sounds really good!

Deputy U.S. Marshal Josh Butout has this week's Arizona's Most Wanted , Sergio Garcia.


Click here for the Arizona Almanac PodcastClick here for the Arizona Almanac PodcastNovember 18, 2006
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We just wrapped up "Ride Share Week" and unfortunately we had a high pollution advisory to remind us of how important it is to keep the air clean. From the Department of Environmental Quality, Cortland Coleman gives us the latest on air quality issues in Metro Phoenix and all of Arizona.

Doug Nintzel from ADOT has his sobering report this week on the Thanksgiving Day traffic picture. Most construction in the state will be shut down, but historically many lives are lost during the 4-day holiday.

"The Espresso Pundit", Greg Patterson recaps the district 5 Congressional race and we talk about what may have happened.

Jody Owen from "The Space You're In" says it is time to break the mold on the upcoming holidays. Today "Non-Traditional Holiday Traditions".

Marshall Trimble, Arizona's Official State Historian, says that political hi jinks isn't just a recent occurrence. This week's story, referring to the Arizona State Legislature is called "The Thieving 13th".

Marshall Trimble, AZ State Historian, returns with the rest of the "The Thieving 13th"

Rory Aikens, Arizona Game and Fish can use some help from volunteers building fish habitats at Apache Lake. Listen and find out more on how to help and also get ready for the trout stocking at the Tempe Town Lake.

Dave Owens, the Garden Guy reminds us that it is the time of year to think about frost in your yard and garden. Listen for tips on protecting the plants on which you have worked so hard.
Continuing our theme of discussing air quality in the Valley, Susan Tierney from Valley Metro stops by to tell us just why sharing a ride is important and other ways you can make our air quality better. Tony LaConte from Stargazing for Everyone has the Thanksgiving Star to tell us about and also a Thanksgiving feast fit for a king in the nighttime sky.

Catherine, "The Herb Lady" says the planting binge in your herb garden can continue with camomile. Join her for her tips to make it successful.

The heavy political hitters have teamed up this week as Susan Bitter Smith and Greg Patterson the "The Espresso Pundit" discuss the fallout from the latest election and what it will mean for our future.

Catherine, "The Herb Lady" also has with this week's Arizona Almanac Greatest Recipes. This week, just in time for Thanksgiving she has a delicious recipe for a stuffed pumpkin. Click on the flag to the right to hear more details and also Deputy U.S. Marshal Ron Lindsey has this week's Arizona's Most Wanted Omar Delgado.


Click here for the Arizona Almanac PodcastClick here for the Arizona Almanac PodcastNovember 11, 2006
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Big Horn Sheep Evicted! Rory Aikens, Arizona Game and Fish says to not worry though. They are being moved out of harm's way and to a safer place. But wait to you listen to where they were!

Doug Nintzel from ADOT is in his element. He and his pals are in their element when they can give something a memorable name. This week: "The SuperRedTan".

Susan Bitter Smith and Ed Phillips have the story of how the election still isn't over for one Congressman and quite a few legislators. They may be in for a long wait to see who really will be taking the oath of office in January.

Help with your finances is where we go for help with Jody Owen from "The Space You're In" this week. Not financial advice, but getting organized so you can save time and work on earning more money.

For this Veterans Day, Marshall Trimble, AZ State Historian, a veteran himself has the poignant story of the famous Navajo code talker Ira Hayes.

Marshall Trimble, AZ State Historian has the conclusion of World War II veteran Ira Hayes.

Rory Aikens, Arizona Game and Fish, is doing double duty this week too. He is back with Ed to tell us about the annual urban lake trout stocking.

Dave Owens, the Garden Guy has some great tips for solar gardening. You'll be surprised at how many months you can grow a thriving garden in our state if you pay attention to the sun.

Ed welcomes back Tom Jenney. He is one of the political activists behind Proposition 207. It's the private property act that should help prevent the government from taking your property without proper compensation. He also says this property protection will require long-term vigilance.

The Leonid meteor shower can be a storm once in a while. Tony LaConte from Stargazing for Everyone says this may not be a storm year, but it could be a good show.

Marshall Trimble, AZ State Historian is back with another true war hero. He tells us the story of "balloon buster" Frank Luke Jr.

Catherine, "The Herb Lady" says you can actually honor vets by planting an herb. She tells us the story and assures us it is easy to grow in our state.

Catherine, "The Herb Lady" also has with this week's Arizona Almanac Greatest Recipes. Strange as it may sound her recipe is for Chocolate Chili pudding. You have to listen to this one.

Deputy U.S. Marshal Josh Butout has this week's Arizona's Most Wanted , Richard Miller.


Click here for the Arizona Almanac PodcastClick here for the Arizona Almanac PodcastNovember 4, 2006
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Already famous for his role as the muscular Willy Armitage on the TV show "Mission Impossible", Peter Lupus is now becoming one of the most respected and well-known figures in the nutrition and fitness industry. After years of research, Peter has moved to Arizona and started "Nutrition's Finest Supplements". He and his son produce a full line of supplements with a new product called "a live". Listen to Peter tell Ed about his new products and what they can do to improve your life on this week's "Made in Arizona".

Doug Nintzel from ADOT is in to discuss his favorite subject: rubberized asphalt.

In to talk about the local election trends this week is the Honorable Greg Patterson. Also, more commonly known as the "The Espresso Pundit" our over-caffeinated political junkie.

Jody Owen from "The Space You're In"  has tips for organizing our garden supplies. Dave Owens, the Garden Guy will be proud!

If you think this year's election season has been strange, Marshall Trimble, AZ State Historian has an even more unusual story of the Election of 1916.

Marshall Trimble concludes his story of "The Election of 1916".

We take an audio tour down south this week. Join us as we explore Spanish Tubac.

Dave Owens, the Garden Guy says that as strange as it seems, you can grow certain types of fruit trees here in Arizona. The key is to start with bare roots.

Roselyn O'Connell, My Campaign Advisor is back from a State Department-sponsored trip to Pakistan. Listen as she tells us why she went to help the Pakistanis understand how to organize a political campaign.

Tony LaConte from Stargazing for Everyone starts off with a caution to not look directly at the sun. But if you have the right filter and telescope, the planet Mercury actually can be seen this week moving acoss the face of the midday sun here in Arizona.

Catherine, "The Herb Lady" says that fall planting time is not over yet. She shares some of her secrets on what to plant in the herb garden.

Susan Bitter Smith is joined by Kristina Rasmussen from the National Taxpayers Union. She says before you vote on any of the propositions this year at least understand what they will cost to implement them.

Catherine, "The Herb Lady" returns with this week's Arizona Almanac Greatest Recipes. With turkey starting to slip into our thoughts this week she has a recipe for Lentils with Smoked Turkey.

Arizona's Most Wanted is brought to us by Deputy U.S. Marshal Josh Butout. He and the U.S. Marshal's Service are still looking for Orson William Black.


   

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