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Tragedy with a View27| 100 Yards Away: Dixie National ForestWhen you sign up for survival course you expect to walk away at the end with a head full of knowledge, first hand experience and a lifetime of stories you will never forget.
So what about when that isn’t the case? What about when you don’t get to walk away with your life?
Welcome back to Tragedy with a View.
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The outdoors are a beautiful that can be filled with light and bliss and many different ways to bring yourself closer to those you love and yourself. But they can also...2024-04-1224 min
QAA PodcastPremium Episode 219: Arizona Madness feat. Haley from Arizona Right Wing Watch (Sample)There’s a lot going on in Arizona. Elections directors are quitting due to harassment. A lawmaker named a committee after a QAnon slogan. They’ve tried to pass legislation based on the terrible Dinesh D’Souza documentary 2000 Mules. The conspiracy theories have gotten so crazy that a legislator named Liz Harris was actually expelled for helping promote a wild conspiracy theory involving the Arizona governor, a Mexican Cartel, and the Mormon Church.
And of course Arizona is the home of Kari Lake, the former tv news reporter tuned Gubernatorial candidate. She has been busy trying unsuccessfully to overturn the electi...2023-07-1311 min
Capitol Insurrection ReportS3E18: Navarro and Special Guest Patr10ticWe recap recent developments, including Pence's grand jury testimony, the Proud Boys seditious conspiracy verdict, the civil case brought by E Jean Carroll and news that Special Jack Smith is investigating the Big Rip-Off. I then have a conversation with a sedition hunter who goes by the handle Patr10tic who has applied his skills in artificial intelligence to develop tools, and who has lately been keeping tabs on the community that has developed a series of bizarre conspiracy theories regarding January sixth, including an especially strange claim that individuals in the mob of attackers were supplied with some very...2023-05-053h 02
Retro RewindLouie Ramirez: The coachFormer Casa Grande Union football player Louie Ramirez talks about growing up in Casa Grande and his journey into coaching. Ramirez was a graduate assistant at Arizona State and Northern Arizona among other schools before he got his first head coaching job at Marana. 2022-07-2729 min
Retro RewindChris Holcombe: Just a little directionPoston Butte baseball coach Chris Holcombe talks about how he has built a successful and consistent program as well as his baseball background in the state from playing for Peoria to coaching in Pinal County and its surrounding area.2022-07-2032 min
Retro RewindLaura Logan: Making a splashMaricopa swim coach and founder of the Arizona Seals Swimming Academy, Laura Logan, talks about the adventure that came with developing a top notch swimming program in Pinal County as well as the many joys that comes along with coaching. Before coaching at Maricopa, Logan ran her Academy at the Central Arizona College pool and also coached the Casa Grande Union swim team.2022-07-1335 min
Retro RewindAnthony Gilich: It's a dream come true at CentralCentral Arizona baseball coach Anthony Gilich talks about his long tenure with the Vaqueros from being an assistant coach to taking over the program eight years ago. Gilich also spoke about this year's team and its National Championship run.2022-07-0631 min
Retro RewindMatt Lemberg: Ball's in your courtCasa Grande Union tennis coach Matt Lemberg talks about his love of tennis and his first year at the helm of the boys program. Lemberg played for the Cougars when he was in high school and his dad also coached the team.2022-06-2938 min
Retro RewindAlvin Moore: There's more to life than footballFormer Coolidge multi-sport athlete Alvin Moore talks about winning state championships in basketball and football for the Bears. He later went on to play football from Frank Kush at Arizona State and then played professionally in the NFL. After he retired from playing he was a coach at the Arizona Boys Ranch/Canyon State Academy which he is what he enjoyed the most.2022-06-2235 min
Retro RewindVarr Myers: Long live rodeoFormer Central Arizona College rodeo coach Varr Myers talk about how he first got his start in rodeo and how he ended up being the coach of the Vaqueros for 30 years. He also dives into what he would look for when recruiting an athlete and all the ins-and-outs of competing as a college athlete.2022-06-1534 min
Retro RewindTom Wilson: Soccer, golf and pickleballTom Wilson talks about how he started one of the first organized youth soccer leagues in Casa Grande and how he has seen the sport grow in town. He also spoke about working along with Dave White himself in starting up the golf course, and now his infatuation with pickleball.2022-06-0825 min
Retro RewindMark Luna: For the love of footballFormer Casa Grande Union football player, Mark Luna talks about his journey from being an athlete to coaching different levels of football. Luna spoke about how he never imagined being the head coach at his alma mater and how excited he is about this next chapter.2022-06-0129 min
The Feathered Desert PodcastEarth Day 2022: Good News ConservationSummary:There is so much sad conservation news out there that Cheryl and Kiersten wanted to talk about some great projects that are making a difference to our local birds. Join them as they discuss three local Phoenix Valley projects that are a great way to celebrate Earth Day.
Show Notes:
https://wildatheartraptors.org/rescue
https://cisa.asu.edu/owls
https://www.pinalcentral.com/arizona_news/asu-builds-habitat-to-monitor-burrowing-owls-who-need-relocating/article
https://verderiver.org
https://www.srpnet.com/environment/wildlife-protection.aspx
Background bird song: Naturescapes Backyard Birdswww.naturescapes.c...2022-04-1914 min
Retro RewindChris Zapata: Diamond glory daysMaria and David talk to former Santa Cruz Valley multi-sport athlete, Chris Zapata about playing football, basketball and baseball for the Dust Devils. Zapata spoke about being part of the state championship baseball team in 1976 and how growing up in the Eloy led him to wanting to be involved in the community and led to him becoming the City Manager.2021-08-1835 min
Retro RewindAnthony Edwards: A man of many talentsMaria and David speak with former Casa Grande Union football player and wrestler Anthony Edwards about his time playing in the NFL with the Philadelphia Eagles and the Arizona Cardinals. Edwards is now a pastor at the Greater Evangelist Temple and he was also in a dance group when he was a kid.2021-08-1137 min
Retro RewindGrant Sugaski: There's no cooling down in the poolMaria and David speak with Grant Sugaski, the two-time state championship swimmer out of Casa Grande Union. Sugaski talked about being part of a club swim team and detailed how much training he did to be one of the top swimmers in the state.2021-08-0433 min
Retro RewindGeorge Mosson: Karate Kid to Mr. MiyagiMaria speaks to 9-time karate black belt George Mosson about the sport and how he went from being a student to a teacher and shared some of his favorite memories about teaching karate the Pinal County community.2021-07-2841 min
Retro RewindRandy Youtsey: Mr. Basketball had a strong love for baseballMaria talks with Randy Youtsey about his impressive athletic career at Coolidge where he played quarterback, shooting guard and shortstop for the Bears. He was mostly known as the basketball guy but his first love was baseball as he went on to play for Central Arizona College. 2021-07-2131 min
Retro RewindJon Roberts: Football is the family businessBrian and Maria speak with Vista Grande head coach Jon Roberts about taking over the football program and what he's learned about being an assistant to many successful head coaches in Arizona. Roberts also spoke about what it was like growing up in the Robbins family and how his athletic pedigree is heavily influenced by his dad.2021-07-1436 min
Retro RewindRudy Valenzuela: HomegrownBrian and Maria speak with recently retired Vista Grande softball coach Rudy Valenzuela about his military career and how he got into coaching. Valenzuela also spoke about this year's championship run for the Spartans.2021-07-0737 minThe Feathered Desert PodcastDesert Pollinators Part 1: It’s All About The BuzzDesert Pollinators Part 1: It’s All About The Buzz
Summary:Cheryl and Kiersten tackle the fascinating world of desert pollinators! In this first of several episodes focusing on our local desert pollinators, Cheryl and Kiersten talk about our native bees. You’ll learn how to identify a honey bee versus a native bee, discover the many natives that call the Sonoran Desert home, and find out why you’ll want to attract them to your yard.
Show Notes:
Article about native bees and AZ farmers
www.pinalcentral.com/farm_and_ranch/native...2021-07-0522 min
Retro RewindRussell Trejo: Gridiron success runs in the familyBrian and Maria talk to former running back Russell Trejo about his time at Casa Grande Union and how he ended up at Brigham Young University.2021-06-3034 min
Retro RewindBill O'Neil: Walking among giantsBrian and Maria talk to former Casa Grande Union distance runner Bill O'Neil about the influence some of Casa Grande's legendary coaches had on his life, specifically George Young. O'Neil also talks about a career ending injury and how he ended up getting a college education by singing and eventually becoming a judge in Pinal County.2021-06-2335 min
Retro RewindKurt Kieser: Running into coachingBrian and Maria speak with long-time cross country and track coach Kurt Kieser about his high school running days at Flowing Wells and Casa Grande Union. Kieser also spoke about his coaching journey at Antelope, Maricopa and the many memorable athletes he's coached at CG Union.2021-06-1635 min
Retro RewindGil Luna: Focus on the right nowBrian and Maria speak with former Casa Grande Union and current University of Arizona pitcher Gil Luna. Luna speaks about how he ended up playing for the Wildcats and how he dealt with the pandemic as a college athlete.2021-06-0933 min
Retro RewindRodger Schenks: The road that led to CoolidgeBrian and Maria talk to Coolidge football coach Rodger Schenks about his time playing for the Madison Mad Dogs in the Indoor Football League and his football coaching background in Arizona and Pinal County.2021-06-0233 min
Retro RewindFreddie Enke (Part 2): Before Lute Olson there was Fred A. EnkeBrian speaks with Freddie Enke about his grandfather's coaching legacy at the University of Arizona. Fred A. Enke coached men's basketball at U of A for 36 seasons and one year of football. He also coached two seasons of football and basketball at the University of Louisville.2021-05-2635 min
Retro RewindFreddie Enke (Part 1): My dad: UA legend, NFL QBFreddie Enke speaks to Brian about the legacy of his father, Fred W. Enke, a member of the Arizona High School Sports Hall of Fame, a football legend at the University of Arizona and an NFL quarterback.2021-05-1936 min
Retro RewindKimberlee Myers: Hindsight is 20/20Maria speaks with former Casa Grande Union softball player Kimberlee Myers about playing for the University of Washington and then transferring to Auburn University. Myers talks about her high school days and how her college athletic career wasn't what she expected.2021-05-1232 min
Retro RewindBailey Wigness: Small town girl with big dreamsBrian and Maria speak with former Casa Grande Union softball player Bailey Wigness about her softball journey from starting off at an early age to playing at Arizona State to eventually finding a career in coaching and becoming the head coach at the University of South Carolina - Beaufort.2021-05-0533 min
Retro RewindTrevor Russell: The unconventional routeBrian and Maria speak with former Casa Grande Union and current Louisiana Lafayette football player Trevor Russell about his long journey to become a Ragin' Cajun.2021-04-2832 min
Retro RewindAbel Ramos: Making it as a professional boxerBrian and Maria speak with Abel Ramos about how he became a professional boxer and his upcoming fight.2021-04-2132 min
Retro RewindMiranda Moore: For the love of basketballBrian speaks with Miranda Moore, former Coolidge and CAC basketball player about her long-standing relationship with Coolidge boys basketball coach Dave Glasgow. Moore also spoke about her athletic background in track and is the marketing director for the Barca Academy soccer program.2021-04-0731 min
Retro RewindMargaret Leard: Tennis coaching legendBrian and Maria speak with former Casa Grande Union girls tennis coach Margaret Leard who coached the Cougars to six team state titles and had a 106-match win streak.2021-03-3028 min
Retro RewindBen Gutierrez: The man of many hatsBrian and Maria speak with Ben Gutierrez about the many hats he's worn from when he was a student at Casa Grande Union High School up to now that he's the equipment manager. Gutierrez reminisces about many memorable moments in the school's athletic programs as well as some well known coaches. 2021-03-2337 min
Retro RewindMike Candrea (Part 2): God of softballBrian and Maria speak with University of Arizona softball coach Mike Candrea about taking over the team in the late 80's and turning it into one of the most successful programs in the country. Candrea also spoke about softball in the Olympics and what it's been like coming back after the COVID-19 pandemic canceled the 2020 season. 2021-03-1627 min
Retro RewindMike Candrea (Part 1): How it all startedBrian and Maria speak with current University of Arizona softball coach Mike Candrea about the start of his coaching career at Central Arizona College, recruiting athletes in the 80's and how the sport has grown since he first started coaching.2021-03-0932 min
Retro RewindDave Glasgow: Running it backBrian and Maria speak with Coolidge boys basketball coach Dave Glasgow about his state championship teams during his first stint with the program and his return this season.2021-03-0236 min
Retro RewindJohn Batina: Still loving the gameBrian and Maria speak with Casa Grande Union baseball coach John Batina about his long history at CG Union, dating back to his time as a student athlete. Batina also spoke about his college playing days at Brigham Young University.2021-02-2334 min
Retro RewindDavid Silvas: Lifelong GopherBrian and Maria speak with Florence boys basketball coach David Silvas about this year's team and playing during a pandemic. Silvas also spoke about his long standing history with the basketball program and its rivalry with Coolidge.2021-02-1632 min
Retro RewindHank Bias: The John Wooden connectionBrian and Maria speak with Vista Grande boys basketball coach Hank Bias about his connection to legendary UCLA coach John Wooden and how he's managed to turnaround the Spartans program.2021-02-1037 min
Retro RewindMat Olsen: Change of plansBrian and Maria speaker with former Florence pitcher Mat Olsen about playing for Central Arizona College about what it was like to redshirt his first college season, the roller coaster of emotions he felt during the MLB draft and why he changed his decision of playing for the University of Arizona to Arizona State.2021-02-0234 min
Retro RewindSavannah Bix: YouthfulBrian and Maria speak with Poston Butte girls basketball coach Savannah Bix about the challenges of playing high school basketball during a pandemic and having a very young team this season. She also spoke about her experience of being a head coach in her early 20s and her overall thoughts on girls basketball in the state.2021-01-2632 min
Retro RewindTom Shope: Voice of the BearsBrian and Maria speak with current Coolidge Bears PA announcer Tom Shope about his time as a radio broadcaster. Shope also spoke about calling some historic football and basketball games during the Bears' championship runs.2021-01-1934 min
Retro RewindRishard Davis: Small town love affairBrian and Maria speak with Santa Cruz Valley football coach and athletic director Rishard Davis about growing up in Alabama and his coaching journey in Arizona high school football.2021-01-1237 min
Retro RewindJake Barro (Part 2): The Pinal County awakeningBrian and Maria speak with Casa Grande Union football coach Jake Barro about the 2020 pandemic season and the growth of football in Pinal County.2021-01-0537 min
Retro RewindJake Barro (Part 1): Living the dreamBrian and Maria speak with Casa Grande Union football coach Jake Barro about his coaching journey and turning the Cougars into a playoff contending team.2020-12-2933 min
Retro RewindJesus Ramos: Knock out punchBrian and Maria speak with Casa Grande boxer Jesus Ramos before his next fight on Dec. 26.2020-12-2235 min
Basic Murder BabesCALL 60: Holiday EnvyFor the month of December, we are bringing you the Seven Deadly Holiday Sins. This week, Sierra tells Cheyenne about the deadly sin of Envy and a short Christmas Day crime story that relates to it. www.basicmbpodcast.wixsite.com/babesJoin our Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes at patreon.com/basicmurderbabesFind us on Instagram @Basic_Murder_BabesFind us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BasicMBPodcast/Find us on twitter @basicmurderbabeSources:deadlysins.comhttps://www.pinalcentral.com/casa_grande_dispatch/area_news/cg-woman-gets-life-terms-for-horrific-acts-on-her/article...2020-12-1624 min
Retro RewindShane Dale: The Territorial CupBrian and Maria speak with CG Union alum and former ABC 15 sports reporter Shane Dale about writing a book about the Territorial Cup and the rivalry between former Arizona State coach Todd Graham and former U of A coach Rich Rodriguez.2020-12-1541 min
Retro RewindStephen Trejo (Part 2): Motor CityBrian and Maria speak with former Arizona State and NFL player Stephen Trejo about going undrafted and making it onto the Detroit Lions roster. Trejo also spoke about being in the NFL during the September 11 terrorist attacks.2020-12-0834 min
Retro RewindStephen Trejo (Part 1): CG Union football in the 90'sBrian and Maria speak with former Arizona State and NFL player Stephen Trejo about playing with former Sun Devil legends like Jake Plummer and Pat Tillman, and playing for Casa Grande Union in the 90's.2020-12-0138 min
Retro RewindSkylar Redd: Going for the killBrian and Maria speak with former Casa Grande Union volleyball standout Skylar Redd about her experience coaching junior varsity, her ACL injury and her advice to high school athletes.2020-11-2437 min
Retro RewindJacob Cowing: Former Ram, leading the way at UTEPBrian and Maria speak with former Maricopa Rams wide receiver Jacob Cowing about how he ended up at University of Texas, El Paso and what it's like to play college football during the COVID-19 pandemic.2020-11-1731 min
Retro RewindScott McEuen: The only seasonBrian And Maria speak with former Casa Grande Union football coach Scott McEuen about his only season coaching the varsity team and how he led them to the playoffs during an 11-game regular season.2020-11-1037 min
Retro RewindGeorge Young (Part 2): Final Olympics and CACBrian and Maria speak with former Central Arizona College athletic director George Young about the 1972 Olympics in Munich, Germany and the terrorist attack in which 11 Israeli athletes were killed. He also spoke about become the CAC athletic director and recruiting legendary coaches Lin Laursen and Mike Candrea.2020-11-0336 min
Retro RewindGeorge Young (Part 1): Steeplechase racing to the OlympicsBrian and Maria speak with former Central Arizona College athletic director George Young about being a 4-time Olympian. He spoke about how he got into the steeplechase and his experience at the 1960 Rome Olympics, 1964 Tokyo Olympics and the 1968 Mexico City Olympics.2020-10-2733 min
Retro RewindVince Smith: Falling from grace to saving graceBrian and Maria speak with former Coolidge High School quarterback Vince Smith about playing in the high school state championship with the Bears, the injury that derailed his football playing career which led him down a dark path and how he turned his life around to become a Bishop.2020-10-2036 min
Retro RewindJohn Kashner (Part 2): Future of Pinal County footballBrian and Maria speak with former Casa Grande Union and Coolidge football coach John Kashner about the current state of Pinal County football and the sport. 2020-10-1334 min
Retro RewindJohn Kashner (Part 1): Welcome to ArizonaBrian and Maria speak with former Casa Grande Union and Coolidge football coach John Kashner about moving from Pennsylvania to Casa Grande. He also talk about the challenges that came with changing the culture of the Cougars' football program and how welcoming the local community was.2020-10-0634 min
Retro RewindShelby Davis: From behind the plate to the helm of CACBrian and Maria speak with former Central Arizona College catcher and current softball coach Shelby Davis about her high school playing days at Seton Catholic Prep, her road to coaching at CAC and recruiting local softball talent.2020-09-2932 min
Retro RewindRandy Robbins (Part 2): Preparing the next generationBrian speaks with Randy Robbins about being the athletic director at Casa Grande Union and working with today's youth and the future of high school sports during the COVID-19 pandemic.2020-09-2334 min
Retro RewindRandy Robbins (Part 1): Journey to the NFLBrian and Maria speak with former University of Arizona and NFL player Randy Robbins about how he ended up in the NFL and playing against some legendary athletes during his collegiate football career.2020-09-1628 min
Retro RewindLin Laursen (Part 2): A championship legacyBrian and Maria talk with legendary coach Lin Laursen, a member of the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame who coached Central Arizona College to three national championships and 971 wins. Laursen reminisces about some of her top players and discusses the most meaningful aspects of her legacy.2020-09-0934 min
Retro RewindLin Laursen (Part 1): Iowa farm girl takes over CACBrain and Maria speak with former Central Arizona College women's basketball coach Lin Laursen about her move to Arizona, taking over as coach at CAC and coaching three different sports and becoming the winningest women's basketball coach in junior college history. This is Part 1 of 2 with Lin Laursen.2020-09-0232 min
Retro RewindKevin White: All He Does is WinBrian and Maria speak with former Casa Grande Union High School quarterback Kevin White about playing some of the biggest games of his football career for West Virginia University.2020-08-2634 min
Retro RewindDenis Fitzgibbons: From Casa Grande to New York CityBrian and Maria speak with former Casa Grande Union High School quarterback Denis Fitzgibbons about leaving Casa Grande to play for Columbia University. He also talks about making the choice between basketball and football.2020-08-1931 min
Stand-Up DadsEpisode 40 - Charter Schools and Mike is Becoming a Cat Lady
***Discover Pods is holding podcast awards. Please click the link below and nominate us for Comedy, Kids & Family or even Best New Podcast! We only have until October 22nd. Thanks!***
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On this episode:
- Rob and Mike discuss how to get rid of ants in your house
- Mike is becoming a cat lady before our very eyes... er, ears?
- Rob and Mike butt heads about charter schools
- Mike has a genius solution to this week's bad dad problem!
Have comments, suggestions or jus...2019-10-1342 min