‘Fear slop’ vs. facts on the climate narrative | Newsmaker
Lucy Biggers shares her journey from climate activist to "realist," swapping existential dread for facts. She critiques media "fear slop" and promotes optimism over apocalyptic narratives.
Lucy Biggers shares her journey from climate activist to "realist," swapping existential dread for facts. She critiques media "fear slop" and promotes optimism over apocalyptic narratives.
Super Bowl LX: Predictions, NFL evolution, organizational culture | Newsmaker
In this episode of Newsmaker, host John Hook interviews veteran sportswriter Howard Balzer. Balzer discusses the upcoming Super Bowl 60, analyzing the importance of organizational culture in winning championships and reflecting on the evolution of the NFL draft and the physical toll of an expanding regular season. He concludes by favoring the Seattle Seahawks over the New England Patriots, noting that while the Patriots have undergone a "magical" turnaround under Mike Vrabel, Seattle’s defensive momentum gives them the edge.
In this episode of Newsmaker, host John Hook interviews veteran sportswriter Howard Balzer. Balzer discusses the upcoming Super Bowl 60, analyzing the importance of organizational culture in winning championships and reflecting on the evolution of the NFL draft and the physical toll of an expanding regular season. He concludes by favoring the Seattle Seahawks over the New England Patriots, noting that while the Patriots have undergone a "magical" turnaround under Mike Vrabel, Seattle’s defensive momentum gives them the edge.
Expanding treatment for underserved Arizonans | Newsmaker
In this episode of Newsmaker, host John Hook interviews John Wake, CEO of Axiom Care. Wake shares his personal journey from opiate addiction to recovery, highlighting Axiom Care’s mission to provide accessible, compassionate treatment for underserved individuals in Arizona regardless of their financial means.
In this episode of Newsmaker, host John Hook interviews John Wake, CEO of Axiom Care. Wake shares his personal journey from opiate addiction to recovery, highlighting Axiom Care’s mission to provide accessible, compassionate treatment for underserved individuals in Arizona regardless of their financial means.
Breaking down the legality of ICE protests amid recent shootings | Newsmaker
Retired Justice Department veteran Bernard Zapor discusses the complexities of ICE operations and the legal boundaries of public protest. While the First Amendment protects the right to voice displeasure, protesters cross a legal line into felony territory when they physically impede federal operations or obstruct law enforcement.
Retired Justice Department veteran Bernard Zapor discusses the complexities of ICE operations and the legal boundaries of public protest. While the First Amendment protects the right to voice displeasure, protesters cross a legal line into felony territory when they physically impede federal operations or obstruct law enforcement.
'Reliever' projects look to keep up with a growing Arizona | Newsmaker
In this episode of Newsmaker, ADOT spokesman Doug Nintzel, who outlines major 2026 infrastructure priorities for Arizona, including the expansion of Loop 303 and I-17, while explaining how the extension of the half-cent sales tax (Proposition 479) is funding these long-term "reliever" projects to keep pace with the state's rapid population growth.
In this episode of Newsmaker, ADOT spokesman Doug Nintzel, who outlines major 2026 infrastructure priorities for Arizona, including the expansion of Loop 303 and I-17, while explaining how the extension of the half-cent sales tax (Proposition 479) is funding these long-term "reliever" projects to keep pace with the state's rapid population growth.
Proposed bill would penalize those interfering with lawful arrests | Newsmaker
In this episode of Newsmaker, Pinal County Attorney Brad Miller discusses a proposed Arizona bill aimed at penalizing individuals who interfere with law enforcement during arrests, citing a recent fatal incident in Minnesota as a catalyst for drawing a clearer line between protected protest and dangerous obstruction.
In this episode of Newsmaker, Pinal County Attorney Brad Miller discusses a proposed Arizona bill aimed at penalizing individuals who interfere with law enforcement during arrests, citing a recent fatal incident in Minnesota as a catalyst for drawing a clearer line between protected protest and dangerous obstruction.
The complexities of managing dementia within families | Newsmaker
Former Phoenix Mayor Terry Goddard and Jasmine Bhatti discuss the emotional and logistical toll of dementia, emphasizing how professional nursing services can provide "turnkey" medical management and emotional support, allowing patients to age safely and with dignity in their own homes.
Former Phoenix Mayor Terry Goddard and Jasmine Bhatti discuss the emotional and logistical toll of dementia, emphasizing how professional nursing services can provide "turnkey" medical management and emotional support, allowing patients to age safely and with dignity in their own homes.
Renting more attractive for younger generation | Newsmaker
Real estate expert Justin Steltenpohl explains that while Phoenix home prices remain high, a "concessionary market" and high interest rates are making renting more attractive, particularly for a younger generation that prioritizes flexibility and experiences over homeownership.
Real estate expert Justin Steltenpohl explains that while Phoenix home prices remain high, a "concessionary market" and high interest rates are making renting more attractive, particularly for a younger generation that prioritizes flexibility and experiences over homeownership.
Verde River on the rebound | Newsmaker
John Hook talks to David Gressly, Executive Director of Friends of the Verde River about a report that highlights the importance of the depth to groundwater.
John Hook talks to David Gressly, Executive Director of Friends of the Verde River about a report that highlights the importance of the depth to groundwater.
Major donations to food banks, pantries across Arizona | Newsmaker
Arizona Community Foundation President and CEO Anna Maria Chávez has donated hundreds of thousands of dollars to food banks and pantries throughout the state. FOX 10’s John Hook spoke with Chávez regarding her leadership of the foundation and her philanthropic efforts.
Arizona Community Foundation President and CEO Anna Maria Chávez has donated hundreds of thousands of dollars to food banks and pantries throughout the state. FOX 10’s John Hook spoke with Chávez regarding her leadership of the foundation and her philanthropic efforts.
Maricopa County Democratic Party's Eric Limbs | Newsmaker
Democrats nationwide and here in Arizona are trying to find a message and a cohesive path forward following President Donald Trump's 2024 win. FOX 10's John Hook talks with Eric Limbs of the Maricopa County Democratic Party.
Democrats nationwide and here in Arizona are trying to find a message and a cohesive path forward following President Donald Trump's 2024 win. FOX 10's John Hook talks with Eric Limbs of the Maricopa County Democratic Party.
Climate 'Armageddon narrative' starting to unravel | Newsmaker
This week’s Newsmaker features physicist Steve Koonin, author of Unsettled, who argues that the "climate change Armageddon narrative" is starting to unravel, as people increasingly question the claims of an existential crisis. He discusses the growing energy needs of the developing world and AI, the marginalization of dissenting voices in academia, the historical inaccuracy of apocalyptic climate predictions, and the tendency of journalists and policymakers to rely on simplified, "spun" summaries of the climate science instead of the detailed, nuanced data.
This week’s Newsmaker features physicist Steve Koonin, author of Unsettled, who argues that the "climate change Armageddon narrative" is starting to unravel, as people increasingly question the claims of an existential crisis. He discusses the growing energy needs of the developing world and AI, the marginalization of dissenting voices in academia, the historical inaccuracy of apocalyptic climate predictions, and the tendency of journalists and policymakers to rely on simplified, "spun" summaries of the climate science instead of the detailed, nuanced data.
Education funding in Arizona's land trust | Newsmaker
On the newest episode of Newsmaker, Anchor John Hook looks into education funding in the state land trust with Lorenzo Romero, a specialist on the Arizona Education and Economic Development for the Common Sense Institute.
On the newest episode of Newsmaker, Anchor John Hook looks into education funding in the state land trust with Lorenzo Romero, a specialist on the Arizona Education and Economic Development for the Common Sense Institute.
The future of Obamacare premiums | Newsmaker
On the newest episode of Newsmaker, Anchor John Hook talks about the future of Obamacare premiums with Michael F. Cannon, the Director of Health Policy Studies at Cato Institute.
On the newest episode of Newsmaker, Anchor John Hook talks about the future of Obamacare premiums with Michael F. Cannon, the Director of Health Policy Studies at Cato Institute.
Meeting Arizona's energy demands | Newsmaker
Jacob Tetlow, executive vice president and chief operating officer of Arizona Public Service talks about how the company has proposed a natural gas plant west of Gila Bend.
Jacob Tetlow, executive vice president and chief operating officer of Arizona Public Service talks about how the company has proposed a natural gas plant west of Gila Bend.
Adelaida Grijalva sworn in, vows to honor father’s legacy in Congress | Newsmaker
Arizona’s newest representative says she’ll focus on education, the environment, and working families after a delayed start.
Arizona’s newest representative says she’ll focus on education, the environment, and working families after a delayed start.
Did the government shutdown shift the media landscape? | Newsmaker
Political analyst Charles Lipson views the recent government shutdown as a fruitless exercise where neither side gained concessions, but notes a shift in the media landscape where alternate news sources challenge the mainstream narrative.
Political analyst Charles Lipson views the recent government shutdown as a fruitless exercise where neither side gained concessions, but notes a shift in the media landscape where alternate news sources challenge the mainstream narrative.
Andy Biggs talks restoring 'American Dream' | Newsmaker
Congressman Andy Biggs is running for Arizona Governor on a platform of restoring the "American dream" by improving affordability and reversing a decline in job creation from 4th to 47th. He champions the "America First" conservative lane and advocates for managing substantial groundwater supply rather than viewing it as a crisis.
Congressman Andy Biggs is running for Arizona Governor on a platform of restoring the "American dream" by improving affordability and reversing a decline in job creation from 4th to 47th. He champions the "America First" conservative lane and advocates for managing substantial groundwater supply rather than viewing it as a crisis.
Surviving a lightning strike; government shutdown hits air travel | Newsmaker
John Hook talks with Scott Courtright, who was struck by lightning near Flagstaff and has a harrowing story of survival; plus former air traffic controller Mike Pearson on the government shutdown that's now curtailing flights.
John Hook talks with Scott Courtright, who was struck by lightning near Flagstaff and has a harrowing story of survival; plus former air traffic controller Mike Pearson on the government shutdown that's now curtailing flights.
Cold case detective Troy Hillman | Newsmaker
John Hook talks with Troy Hillman, who helped solve the case of Bryan Patrick Miller, the so-called "Canal Killer" who was found guilty of first-degree murder and kidnapping in connection to the deaths of two women in the 1990s.
John Hook talks with Troy Hillman, who helped solve the case of Bryan Patrick Miller, the so-called "Canal Killer" who was found guilty of first-degree murder and kidnapping in connection to the deaths of two women in the 1990s.