Valley 101

By 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.

Episodes (1)

Valley 101

How extreme are Arizona wildfires?

Arizona may not be the worst state for wildfires—California holds that title—but the Grand Canyon State is still in the top tier for fire frequency and intensity, with a wildfire season that now stretches nearly year-round. Host Bill Goodekunz and climate repo

19mJun 8, 2026

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