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Mike Broomhead is an influential thought leader covering the biggest issues in Arizona along with newsmakers from all over the state.

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    Hour 4: Will there be a streaker at Super Bowl LX?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 34:27


    In today's edition of "did you hear this", we hear some of the prop bets from one of America's biggest stages. 

    Hour 3: Trump accounts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 35:05


    President Trump announced new Trump accounts for your kids, coming July 4th. 

    Hour 2: Answers from the Arizona Department of Child Safety

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 37:24


    This hour we had an important conversation with the director of DCS.

    Hour 1: New Pretti story

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 23:51


    More information about the ICU nurse killed by ICE agents in Minneapolis is out, was he innocent? 

    Kathryn Ptak, Director of the Arizona Department of Child Safety

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 22:54


    Many questions remain in the aftermath of 3 high-profile deaths of children under the care of Arizona's Department of Child Safety. We sat down for an exclusive interview with the director, Kathryn Ptak. We talk about the specific cases and what needs to be done to make things better for our kids. 

    Hour 4: Name an Arizona snowplow

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 36:39


    It's that time of year again! In today's "did you hear this", the Broomhead crew submits a name idea for an AZ snow plow. 

    Hour 3: Homeless count

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 38:29


    The new point in time homeless count in Maricopa County increased in numbers, what can we do to address homelessness in the Valley? 

    Hour 2: 100K for ESA's

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 34:28


    State Superintendent Tom Horne is celebrating 100K Arizona students using the ESA program.

    Dave Folio, Scottsdale Fire Department captain, and Aaron Bolin, public information officer for Scottsdale Fire Department

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 11:51


    The Open kicks off this weekend and the city of Scottsdale is all about safety. 

    Hour 1: More on ICE and Zipps

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 24:10


    With investigations ramping up in our state, we comb through all the latest dealing with ICE and federal agents and Zipps is closed until the end of the week. 

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    Hour 4: Voters will decide on photo radar

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 29:17


    A measure is one step closer to being on ballots that would ban photo radar. Mike talks about why this is a good idea.

    Hour 3: Will a government shutdown end ICE operations?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 33:17


    The temporary funding resolution to keep the Federal government open until the end of January is about to expire. Mike talks about how a partial shutdown won't impact immigration enforcement operations.

    Hour 2: Arizona economy updates

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 34:12


    APS could increase rates again for residents and data centers. Mike discusses the impacts to the economy.

    Hour 1: Zipps raided by several federal agencies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 22:34


    Valley sports-bar chain, Zipps, was raided by several federal organizations including HSI and ICE Monday night. Mike talks about the protestors who showed up and what is known about the raid.

    Hour 4: Super Bowl 60

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 30:31


    In today’s “did you hear this”, we talk the big game.

    Warren Petersen, Arizona Senate President

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 10:21


    One the heels of another Minnesota shooting involving federal agents, we talked to the Arizona Senate President about the comments made by Arizona Attorney general Kris Mayes.

    Hour 3: Who's angry?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 36:03


    A new study finds that 45% of Independent voters are angry.

    Hour 2: More schools closing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 36:05


    Alhambra Elementary may close 2 schools and more districts are reporting a drop in enrollment. 

    John Kavanaugh, Arizona Senator

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 9:00


    In the latest news on the Attorney General's comments on ICE, we talked to an Arizona Senator calling for her to resign. 

    Brad Miller, Pinal County attorney

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 8:34


    What is 287-G when it comes to ICE and local law enforcement? We talked to Pinal County Attorney Brad Miller about it and we asked about lawsuits against him. 

    Hour 1: AZ Mayes puts out a clarification video

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 27:34


    Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes on Sunday said her ICE comments were mischaracterized, adding she will not stop criticizing President Trump. Mike talks about if the video was enough. 

    Mark Lamb, Former Pinal County Sheriff

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 9:40


    After the recent comments made by Attorney General Kris Mayes and the "stand your ground" law in our state, community leaders are calling for her to resign. We talked to Mark Lamb to get a look from a law enforcement perspective.

    Hour 4: The Suns will rise

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 34:03


    A little basketball talk for today's edition of "did you hear this". 

    Hour 3: Tempe drinking

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 33:40


    A new city ordinance in Tempe is requiring 70 businesses to have drink testing kits. 

    Hour 2: ESA's hit a benchmark

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 32:25


    The ESA program surpasses 100K students, why are parents leaving public schools? 

    Hour 1: Extra ICE

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 20:02


    AZ AG Kris Mayes doubled down on her ICE argument, the Arizona Police Association responds to her comments. 

    Jon Riches VP of litigation for the Goldwater Institute

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 8:44


    In a bid for government transparency, the Goldwater Institute is now asking the federal court judge to allow Maricopa taxpayers to see how their money is being spent. We talked to the VP of their litigation team about the case. 

    Joe Clure, Executive Director of the Arizona Police Association

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 10:09


    Recent comments from Arizona Attorney General kris Mayes on ICE is causing a stir in the law enforcement pool. We talked to Joe Clure with the Arizona Police Association about what they think of her remarks. 

    Hour 4: Get a fake job

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 33:27


    In today's edition of "did you hear this", we find out what job Mike would fake for the free perks! 

    Hour 3: The Clintons in contempt

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 32:32


    Former president Bill Clinton and his wife Hillary aren't talking when it comes to the Epstein files and now Congress is holding them in contempt. What happens next? 

    Tom Horne, Superintendent of Public Instruction

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 11:14


    Recently the Superintendent of Public Instruction made his State of Education address, now we see how he's going to figure out our literacy problem and teacher pay increase. 

    Hour 2: What's the deal with Greenland?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 33:18


    The President backing down on his Greenland obsession but saying the U.S. will still obtain the island through a deal. 

    Hour 1: Strongest economy in years

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 18:15


    The Trump administration is touting a hopeful economic outlook for 2026. 

    Hour 4: Trump is sending us money

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 34:02


    President trump touted a $2K dividend check to middle class Americans, what would Mike do with his cut?

    Mike Huckins, VP of Public Affairs & IT Operations, Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 11:33


    What does legislation look like in the new year for the Valley? We talked to Mike Huckins, VP of Policy for the chamber about what's lined up for 2026. 

    Hour 3: Teachers need more money

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 28:08


    The states superintendent gave his State of Education Speech this week and teacher pay was a priority on the list. 

    Ocean Rasso, Youth Advocate/Author

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 10:44


    a 15-year-old youth liberty advocate, a public speaker, and a book reader. We had the pleasure to talk with Ocean Rasso about his new book. 

    Hour 2: Mexico is sending gifts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 33:56


    37 suspected drug cartel prisoners are now in the United States thanks to the Mexican government. 

    Steve Montenegro, Speaker of the AZ House

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 9:35


    Governor Hobbs has already been busy with her veto pen. We got a visit from the Speaker of the House, Steve Montenegro to discuss more details and what's next. 

    Hour 1: Arizona AG worried

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 19:14


    Arizona AG Kris Mayes says that the "stand your ground" law could lead to violence involving ICE. 

    Hour 4: Screen time

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 28:05


    A new study says limiting kids screen time may not even help. What's Mike's screen time look like?

    Hour 3: DCS falling short

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 33:38


    The Department of Child Safety is coming up short when it comes to key reforms, who's to blame? 

    Dan Butler, Mesa Police Chief

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 12:15


    A group of Mesa Park rangers had some misconduct issues and now they're under the lead of the Mesa police department. We talked to the Mesa police chief all about the new arrangement

    Hour 2: Violence in Minnesota continues

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 34:24


    Protestors against ICE stormed a church and engineers on a lunch break mistaken for ICE agents were harassed

    Thomas Galvin, Maricopa County Board of Supervisors

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 19:09


    We got an update on the DOJ oversight, the BNSF deal and an economic outlook for 2026 from Supervisor Galvin with Maricopa County

    Hour 1: Good News for American workers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 21:59


    Earnings are up. retail spending is up, everyone should be happy. 

    Hour 4: Superbowl is changing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2026 30:36


    Super Bowl ad ran for about $8 million for a 30-second ad, but more companies are targeting other medias for ads. Kristin Bentz talks about why ad strategy is changing.

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