Shows
Celebrating ArizonaPhoenix First Lade of Television News, Mary Jo WestMary Jo West was a pioneer in Arizona television news, and also Maria in Sound of Music, television documentary trailblazer, and received her daughter from no other than Mother Theresa. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the...
2025-12-0235 min
Celebrating ArizonaBig Western SkiesLisa takes us to the Arizona Strip and back in time. Then Julie shares one of her favorite views of an Arizona vista. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from Lisa's huge Arizona collection.
2025-11-2526 min
Celebrating ArizonaWater is like Northern Lights Lisa led a tour of Rillito River during a flood before Julie returned to the rich winter grass of her childhood home. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from Lisa's huge Arizona collection. ...
2025-11-1824 min
Celebrating ArizonaFrom Tucson to the Shallow EndGuests Jethro Toth and Lindsay Schnebly were disc jockeys in Tucson radio years before they ascended in the podcast universe and between episode of The Shallow End dropped in to talk about that and memories of Tucson. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com...
2025-11-1151 min
Celebrating ArizonaAll Souls Third in the SeriesLisa describes her mother getting a gift in Winslow from her mother in Heaven before Julie takes us to a special parade of children being angels in Tucson. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from...
2025-11-0426 min
Celebrating ArizonaNorth of 'Pretty Good'Julie drops us in on a round-the-clock Truck Stop haven, then Lisa takes us to Canyon de Chelly and other amazing sites on faraway Navajo land. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from Lisa's huge...
2025-10-3029 min
Celebrating ArizonaAll Souls Second in the SeriesJulie takes us to the White Dove in the Desert, San Xavier, and explores the power of prayers tied to candles; Lisa goes back in time to watch her father, and a friend get a fright by going where they didn't belong at Canyon de Chelly. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we...
2025-10-2827 min
Celebrating ArizonaAll Souls Episode #1Julie visits a solitary remnant of pioneer life in the Arizona desert thinking about who came before, then Lisa visits a Prescott haunted hotel, and in return may have gotten a visitor who wasn't really there. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and...
2025-10-2219 min
Celebrating ArizonaTeresa Welborn on Transportation, Tap-dancing and River RunningSpecial guest Teresa Welborn hits Arizona roads with a deep bench of stories as ADOT deputy director, as well as stories about one of her favorite podcasts. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day f...
2025-10-1433 min
Celebrating ArizonaJimmy Buffett Does Buffalo ParkJulie doubles back to a Jimmy Buffet concert because he's the prompt for the best poem ever, then Lisa learns even more good about Santa Cruz County than they already knew. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of...
2025-10-0731 min
Celebrating ArizonaNot a Shot was FiredFirst Lisa takes us back in time in early Tucson to see if Civil War ever stages a chapter here; then Julie takes us and a surprise musical guest on one of the great walks in Arizona, through Buffalo Park in Flagstaff. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer...
2025-09-3031 min
Celebrating ArizonaJourney Over DestinationJulie introduces us to her favorite aspects of Lockett Meadow, and then Lisa back 30 years and through El Chapo's drug tunnel. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from Lisa's huge Arizona collection. Grab...
2025-09-2333 min
Celebrating ArizonaDriving Equivalent of PromJulie introduces us to "Arizona's Best Export," Make-A-Wish, then Lisa takes us on Schnebly Hill Roadin a way most people haven't been Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from Lisa's huge Arizona collection. ...
2025-09-1629 min
Celebrating ArizonaIntroducing Dana Cooper and the Colorado RiverSpecial guest, first interview Our announcer, Dana Cooper! Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from Lisa's huge Arizona collection. Grab a favorite beverage and jump in – we're Celebrating Arizona!
2025-09-1428 min
Celebrating ArizonaA Tortoise Walks into a BarLisa recalls a trip on the Verde Canyon Railway, the Julie drops into Liberty Wildlife in South Phoenix. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from Lisa's huge Arizona collection. Grab a favorite beverage...
2025-09-0228 min
Boom Talk MediaAbout Boom Talk Media Today - With the Fascinating Lisa SchneblyWe’re sitting down with Lisa Schnebly Heidinger, a journalist, author, adventure girl and the granddaughter of the late Sedona Schnebly of the Arizona town by the same name. One of the many joyful things about this interview is that we talked with Lisa some 6 years ago. And this time she's asking us the tough questions!:)
It was sheer joy to be on the other side in this interview! We talk about the life paths that unfold before all of us. About how the rapids of life take us on creative, gratifying and sometimes painful journeys, and how we all de...
2025-08-2135 min
Celebrating ArizonaThere has to be a NinerFirst Julie shares an unforgettable night sky at the Higley landing strip, then Lisa takes us to Hart Prairie Preserve for elemental pioneer hard work. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from Lisa's huge Arizona...
2025-08-2031 min
Celebrating ArizonaExcited First, Practical LaterLisa walks us through the Sharlot Hall Museum in Prescott before Julie shares her reaction to watching the sunset over a golf course. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from Lisa's huge Arizona collection.
2025-08-1230 min
Celebrating Arizona"Behind the South Rim" Julie and Lisa revisit their road trip to the South Rim in the Arizona Friendtrips book with stories not written there. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from Lisa's huge Arizona collection. Grab...
2025-08-0529 min
Celebrating ArizonaPlane, Train, and AutomobileJulie takes us back to the Salt River flood of 1980, then Lisa up to a trading post run by a fourth-generation Navajo trader. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from Lisa's huge Arizona collection.
2025-07-2929 min
Celebrating ArizonaWhat Poets do for FunJulie explores a canyon next to her favorite in Tucson, then Lisa travels over Mingus Mountain to remember her grandfather. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from Lisa's huge Arizona collection. Grab a...
2025-07-2232 min
Celebrating Arizona"He was Some Pilgrim…"Lisa makes a stop at Picacho Peak she thought she'd never enjoy, but did, then Jullie shares friendship and laughter in a very unexpected setting: a hospital. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day...
2025-07-1932 min
Celebrating Arizona"Travel Center Rock Stars"Lisa turns a gas stop into a mid-trip happy place, with a throwback rest story for dessert, and Julie gives us a reason to care about Motor Vehicle Department experiences. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the...
2025-07-0833 min
Celebrating Arizona"Hollows and Wallows and Raven Rumbles"Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from Lisa's huge Arizona collection. Grab a favorite beverage and jump in – we're Celebrating Arizona!Con Slobodchikoff
2025-07-0129 min
Celebrating Arizona"One Alpine Cookie Shop" Julie winds us around Mt. Lemmon, then Lisa finds sweetness in the memories of a valued resident in Flagstaff.
2025-06-2635 min
Celebrating Arizona"Spun on the Wheel of Time" Lisa takes us to Arizona's west coast for some mixed impressions, and Julie gives us reason to feel great about the future in Tucson with science students. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from Lisa's...
2025-06-2432 min
Celebrating Arizona"Equilibrium Goes Pretty Beige" Julie escorts us across state lines to a vacation spot in California, then Lisa introduces us to a state treasure in the form of a person with incredible stories. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day...
2025-06-1031 min
Celebrating Arizona"Two Winterhavens" Lisa takes us to a. Tucson dive bar with a link to a treasured song before Julie drives us a few miles to a 75-year beloved Tucson treasure that defines "community." Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of...
2025-06-0329 min
Celebrating Arizona"Linebacker Ballet" Julie introduces us to unexpected residents in a well-kept South Valley secret place, and Lisa to a beloved artist with deep roots and a great story. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from Lisa's huge...
2025-05-2730 min
Celebrating Arizona"The cost per star is nominal" Lisa takes us to the sylvan splendor of Castle Hot Springs near Lake Pleasant, and Julie back to the see the Valley from the top of Piestewa Peak. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from...
2025-05-2036 min
Celebrating Arizona"Picking broccoli Out of the Car" Lisa fondly recalls moments from the Monte Vista Hotel in Flagstaff (with a cliffhanger in the reading) before Julie brings us back south to Papago Park and Zoo in Phoenix. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the...
2025-05-1328 min
Celebrating ArizonaThe Hills are alive…bam! Two Arizona roads: First a section of 89-A with Lisa finding stillness inside workdays, then 83 near Sonoita making Julie wonder how many people can't believe their eyes. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from Lisa's...
2025-05-0631 min
Celebrating ArizonaVisual Learners, Raise Your Hands As Julie searches for an elusive view of Walnut Canyon outside Flagstaff she contemplates Hope; then Lisa introduces a monument on the Arizona Capitol Mall that almost didn't happen. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day...
2025-04-2935 min
Celebrating ArizonaI Swan, Toothsome Aspen Lisa leads us into the Bradshaw Mountains to meet an indomitable woman who touched a lot of points in Arizona history, and Julie gives us a view at Aspen Tanks on the side of the San Francisco Peaks. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ...
2025-04-2235 min
Celebrating ArizonaSave Them All, or Save the Mall? Lisa experiences potential peril near Holbrook before Julie introduces us to a secret section of the Valley along Western Canal. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from Lisa's huge Arizona collection. Grab a...
2025-04-2135 min
Celebrating ArizonaThe Light of Camp Verde Julie shares the downside of a photo op south of Flagstaff at Newman Park, then Lisa talks about magical events at non-magical places in Camp Verde. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from Lisa's huge...
2025-04-1333 min
Celebrating ArizonaFrom Beaver to Yellowhorse Julie takes us to a memory at Hawley Lake of wildlife, and then Lisa to another memory near Cameron Trading Post. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from Lisa's huge Arizona collection. Grab...
2025-04-0829 min
Celebrating ArizonaTutti Frutti or Fruit Hooch? Two treasured lodges, very different: first Julie takes us to Hannagan Meadow, then Lisa to Poco Diablo, Sedona's first resort. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from Lisa's huge Arizona collection. Grab a...
2025-03-3129 min
Celebrating ArizonaArchaeological Buses Both Julie and Lisa recall powerful places from childhood: Julie in the lobby of the Mesa Southwest Museum, Lisa at Fort Lowell Park in Tucson. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from Lisa's huge Arizona...
2025-03-3128 min
Celebrating ArizonaTea and TortoisesFrom Tucson's quirky gritty best to the refined relaxation of the Phoenician resort, Julie and Lisa come up with reflections and t-shirt slogans. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from Lisa's huge Arizona collection.
2025-03-2530 min
Celebrating ArizonaDead and Circuses! Come to a Flagstaff snowstorm where Lisa saw something she would not have thought possible, then back south to Tubac, where Julie got an emotional assist at the lovely hybrid Tubac Cementery. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug...
2025-03-1126 min
Celebrating ArizonaRest Stops and Cheroots "Rest Stops and Cheroots" Discover a unexpected riparian respite with Julie in Yuma by the Colorado River, then go back in time with Lisa to a Patagonia Lake adventure with a high school sweetheart…sort of. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com...
2025-03-0430 min
Celebrating ArizonaRabbits and Romance AboundJulie takes us to a surprising South Mountain Happy Hour, and Lisa shares a story of a Prescott woman who never outgrew true love. Two Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from Lisa's huge Arizona collection.
2025-02-2535 min
Celebrating ArizonaSheriffs and Sonnets"Sheriffs and Sonnets" Our first dip into history involves several northern Arizona Sheriffs, before we come back to water flowing through Sabino Canyon outside Tucson.
2025-02-1131 min
Celebrating Arizona...And Our DadsTwo Arizona writers who adore their state share travels to landmarks famous and obscure, with lots of impressions, insights and laughter along the way. Julie Morrison and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger each bring a weekly destination, and share something they wrote. Then there's the question of the day that we encourage you to answer (write to Us@celebratingAZ.com) and a bonus coffee mug of the day from Lisa's huge Arizona collection. Grab a favorite beverage and jump in – we're Celebrating Arizona! In this episode you get to ride a section of reservation land wi...
2025-02-0235 min
2025-02-0232 min