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Artists Merge Cultures in Borderlandia

U.S./Mexico border deconstructed through glass and mixed media exhibit at Tucson Museum of Art

Paula Poundstone on the Craft of Comedy

The comedian reflects on over 30 years of making audiences laugh as she returns to Tucson for a Feb. 19 show at Centennial Hall.

Tackling Tucson's Graffiti

Local artist thinks legal walls might help curb illegal tagging

Putting Tree Workers To The Test

Championship tests climbing and safety skills, but most competitors focus on the fun.

Spotlight Session: Jairo Zavala

Listen to the vibrant and romantic music of Jairo Zavala, playing both solo and in duet with Joey Burns of Calexico.

Peripheral Vision

Hear an essay by Jacquelyn Jackson, an eye-witness to the events of January 8th.

Acclaimed writer Leslie Marmon Silko shares secrets from "The Turquoise Ledge"

Her first book in ten years explores her own life and that of the Sonoran Desert in a non-linear fashion.

Spotlight Session: The music and stories of Roger McGuinn

The legendary leader of The Byrds plays a set of some of his most famous tunes, exclusively for Arizona Spotlight.

Tucson Neon Signs Historic Preservation Dilemma

Citizens work to keep the city's iconic signs shining

The Tucson Symphony Orchestra's 82nd Season

George Hanson talks about the TSO's upcoming season, his time in Austria, and what it's like to conduct Mozart from the piano.

TPD Sergeant Maria Hawke

More than 100,000 crimes are committed in Tucson every year.

Seeking Safety North of the Border

Wealthy Mexicans are investing time and money in Arizona, concerned about violence in their country.

Roger McGuinn

A true rock legend, Roger McGuinn shares some exclusive songs and stories on Arizona Spotlight. Listen Friday and Saturday, October 22nd & 23rd.

Cancer Treatment: One Day

The life of a cancer patient receiving chemotherapy is measured in cycles and courses - the rhythms of the treatment.

Teachers' Voices with Ron Shoopman and Brandi Dignum

Hear a father and daughter, Ron Shoopman and Brandi Dignum, talk about the business side of education.

Temple Emanu-El Celebrates Completion of New Torah

Arizona's pioneering Jewish congregation marks the milestone with a public ceremony

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