Arizona's Morning News
3,734 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★ - 17 ratingsStart your morning off right with Arizona's Morning News with Jim and Jayme. You'll be informed with the very latest on what's going on in the Valley, Arizona, nation and throughout the world. Jim and Jayme are native Arizonans with more than 40+ years of local news coverage, six combined AP reporter of the year awards.
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Episodes
Looting at Scottsdale Fashion Square Saturday
June 01, 2020 14:34 - 3 minutes - 1.74 MBJim Sharpe discusses looting and property damage in Scottsdale on Saturday and the police response to the rioting.
KTAR Reporter Ali Vetnar on Last Night's Protests
June 01, 2020 14:24 - 3 minutes - 1.83 MBKTAR Reporter Ali Vetnar joins us to talk about protests in Downtown Phoenix last night and whether or not the new curfew had any affect.
KTAR Reporter Gabriel Gamiño on Downtown Phoenix Protests
June 01, 2020 13:32 - 3 minutes - 1.47 MBKTAR Reporter Gabriel Gamiño joins us to discuss what he saw at the protests in Downtown Phoenix Saturday.
Sharper Point Commentary for May 29th, 2020
May 29, 2020 17:33 - 1 minute - 897 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on last night's protests in Phoenix and the right way to discuss differences.
KTAR Timeline for May 29th, 2020
May 29, 2020 15:21 - 1 minute - 642 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister runs down some fun facts about Wisconsin, which became a state on May 29th, 1848.
ABC15 Reporter John Genovese on Phoenix Protests
May 29, 2020 14:34 - 3 minutes - 1.73 MBABC15 Reporter John Genovese joins us with a firsthand account of last night's protests in Phoenix following the death of George Floyd.
KTAR's Chad Benson on Protests in Phoenix
May 29, 2020 12:33 - 4 minutes - 2.14 MBChad Benson joins us to discuss protests in Phoenix last night following the death of George Floyd.
Sharper Point Commentary for May 28th, 2020
May 28, 2020 18:18 - 1 minute - 873 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on the U.S. reaching 100,000 deaths from coronavirus and how many more deaths may not have been counted.
KTAR Timeline for May 28th, 2020
May 28, 2020 15:23 - 1 minute - 627 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back on the founding of automobile giants Volkswagen on May 28th, 1937.
Sharper Point Commentary for May 27th, 2020
May 27, 2020 18:16 - 1 minute - 854 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on people abandoning social distancing suggestions as the state reopens.
KTAR Timeline for May 27th, 2020
May 27, 2020 15:20 - 1 minute - 636 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back on the opening of the Golden Gate Bridge on May 27th, 1937.
Garrett Archer, ABC15 Data Guru on Coronavirus
May 27, 2020 14:40 - 2 minutes - 1.37 MBGarrett Archer joins Arizona's Morning News to break down the data on coronavirus.
KTAR's Paul Calvisi on Sports Making a Comeback
May 27, 2020 14:38 - 3 minutes - 1.48 MBPaul Calvisi joins Arizona's Morning News to discuss plans to bring back sports in the wake of coronavirus.
Sharper Point Commentary for May 26th, 2020
May 26, 2020 16:11 - 1 minute - 845 KBJeff Munn gives his thoughts on news vs. opinion, and how cable news can sometimes blur that line.
KTAR Timeline for May 26th, 2020
May 26, 2020 15:40 - 1 minute - 671 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister digs deep into the history of Ellis Island... and a surprising decision the Supreme Court made about it on May 26th, 1998.
KTAR Reporter Jim Cross on Heat in the Forecast
May 26, 2020 15:38 - 3 minutes - 1.59 MBKTAR Reporter Jim Cross joins us with some bad news: the heat will really be ramping up this week.
The Meaning of Memorial Day
May 25, 2020 16:24 - 2 minutes - 1.39 MBJeremy Foster discusses the history of Memorial Day and what it means to him.
Could Travel Rebound in Arizona?
May 25, 2020 14:33 - 3 minutes - 1.67 MBJeremy Foster discusses the possibility of travel picking up as coronavirus restrictions are lifted.
Political Races in Arizona
May 25, 2020 14:24 - 4 minutes - 1.89 MBJeremy Foster gives his thoughts on the Presidential race in Arizona, as well as how whether or not the outcome will affect Martha McSally in her re-election bid for the Senate.
KTAR Reporter Taylor Kinnerup on a Gold Star Spouse Honoring Memorial Day
May 25, 2020 14:17 - 2 minutes - 1.26 MBKTAR Reporter Taylor Kinnerup joins us with the story of a Gold Star military wife giving people a chance to honor the fallen virtually.
Sharper Point Commentary for May 22nd, 2020
May 22, 2020 18:04 - 1 minute - 948 KBJim gives his thoughts on what Memorial Day means to him.
KTAR Timeline for May 22nd, 2020
May 22, 2020 15:20 - 1 minute - 669 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back on the final episode of the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson on May 22nd, 1992.
What were the Motives of the Westgate Shooter?
May 22, 2020 14:06 - 2 minutes - 1.39 MBJim Sharpe breaks down what we know about the man accused of a shooting at the Westgate Entertainment District.
Chuck Todd, NBC Political Director and "Meet the Press" Moderator
May 22, 2020 13:47 - 3 minutes - 1.73 MBChuck Todd joins us to discuss new Arizona poll numbers and how Biden and Trump are taking different approaches to the presidential race.
Sharper Point Commentary for May 21st, 2020
May 21, 2020 17:39 - 1 minute - 879 KBParents rejoice! Jim Sharpe gives his thoughts on Gov. Doug Ducey announcing he's hopeful Arizona will reopen this fall. However, it'll look a little different.
KTAR Timeline for May 21st, 2020
May 21, 2020 15:17 - 1 minute - 611 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back on the first horror movie, released on May 21st, 1908.
Ken Coleman, Dave Ramsey Career Expert
May 21, 2020 14:37 - 4 minutes - 1.89 MBKen Coleman joins Arizona's Morning News with tips on finding a new job and staying afloat with coronavirus affecting the job market.
Sharper Point Commentary for May 20th, 2020
May 20, 2020 18:56 - 1 minute - 897 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on face masks, vaccines, and how the two relate to personal freedom.
KTAR Timeline for May 20th, 2020
May 20, 2020 15:33 - 1 minute - 696 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back on the first photos the Hubble Telescope sent back to Earth on May 20th, 1990.
Stan Barnes, Valley Political Expert on New 2020 Election Numbers
May 20, 2020 14:40 - 4 minutes - 1.88 MBStan Barnes joins us to break down new poll numbers that show Senator Martha McSally and President Donald Trump struggling against their Democratic opponents in Arizona.
KTAR's Chad Benson on the Possibility of a Mandatory Vaccine
May 20, 2020 13:04 - 4 minutes - 2.24 MBChad Benson joins Arizona's Morning News to discuss whether or not the goverment can force people to get a vaccine for something like coronavirus.
Sharper Point Commentary - May 19th, 2020
May 19, 2020 17:58 - 1 minute - 893 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on the right and wrong way to accommodate customers with coronavirus precautions in place.
Dr. Michael Waters, Barrow Neurological Institute on Strokes and Coronavirus
May 19, 2020 16:02 - 4 minutes - 2.1 MBDr. Michael Waters joins Arizona's Morning News to discuss the relationship between coronavirus and strokes in younger people.
KTAR Timeline for May 19th, 2020
May 19, 2020 15:20 - 1 minute - 563 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back on a historic royal wedding that took place on May 19th, 2018.
Sharper Point Commentary for March 18th, 2020
May 18, 2020 16:04 - 1 minute - 793 KBJeff Munn gives his thoughts on some of the signs that things are at least starting to return to normal after the coronavirus.
KTAR Timeline for May 18th, 2020
May 18, 2020 15:21 - 1 minute - 616 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back on a Supreme Court ruling with far-reaching effects. The verdict was given on May 18th, 1896.
Dr. Jeffrey Langland, Virologist with Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine
May 18, 2020 14:22 - 3 minutes - 1.61 MBDr. Jeffrey Langland joins Arizona's Morning News to talk about potential botanical treatments for Covid-19.
KTAR Reporter Jim Cross on the East Desert Fire in Cave Creek
May 18, 2020 14:02 - 3 minutes - 1.51 MBKTAR Reporter Jim Cross joins us live from the scene of a fire in Cave Creek that could put nearby homes at risk.
Arizona Reopens
May 18, 2020 13:20 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MBJeff Munn and Jayme West discuss some of the things they took for granted before the shutdown and are appreciating now that the state has begun to reopen.
Sharper Point Commentary for May 15th, 2020
May 15, 2020 18:02 - 1 minute - 870 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on some coronavirus statistics.
KTAR Timeline for May 15th, 2020
May 15, 2020 15:39 - 1 minute - 634 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back on the first McDonald's that opened on May 15th, 1940.
Marc Victor, Attorney for Valley Restaurant Owner Facing Criminal Charges
May 15, 2020 14:13 - 5 minutes - 2.34 MBMarc Victor joins Arizona's Morning News to discuss a Valley restaurant owner who is now facing criminal charges for allegedly violating the executive order regarding coronavirus safety.
Politics vs The Pandemic
May 14, 2020 17:33 - 4 minutes - 1.88 MBJim Sharpe covers some of the ways the coronavirus has been politicized.
KTAR Timeline for May 14th, 2020
May 14, 2020 15:42 - 1 minute - 634 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back on the Seinfeld finale that aired on May 14th, 1998.
KTAR's Detour Dan on His Stroke Experience
May 14, 2020 14:53 - 4 minutes - 1.87 MBDetour Dan talks to Jim Sharpe and Jayme West about the stroke he had about a year ago, how he coped, and the treatment he received from the Barrow Neurological Center.
Mark Morgan, Acting U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner on Coronavirus
May 14, 2020 14:11 - 5 minutes - 2.74 MBMark Morgan joins Arizona's Morning News to discuss how the number of border crossings has been affected by coronavirus.
Movie Theaters and Malls Opening in Arizona
May 14, 2020 13:33 - 2 minutes - 1.23 MBJim Sharpe discusses how two industries will deal with health guidelines amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Detour Dan Tells His Stroke Story
May 14, 2020 12:25 - 1 minute - 923 KBThis month we're shining a light on the Barrow Neurological Institute and it's work on stroke prevention and treatment. One year ago, our very own Detour Dan had a life-changing moment right here at the KTAR studios: he had a stroke.
Sharper Point Commentary for May 13th, 2020
May 13, 2020 17:00 - 1 minute - 891 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on how to enforce social distancing guidelines at newly-opened restaurants.
KTAR Timeline for May 13th, 2020
May 13, 2020 15:23 - 1 minute - 667 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back on when Pope John Paul II was shot on May 13th, 1981.