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Arizona's Morning News

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Start your morning off right with Arizona's Morning News. You'll be informed with the very latest on what's going on in the Valley, Arizona, nation and throughout the world. Jim Sharpe is a native Arizonan. LaDona Harvey brings decades of experience. Tune in weekdays 5-8 a.m. on 92.3FM, on the KTAR News app, at KTAR.com or on the KTAR YouTube channel.

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Dan Bickley
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Kellan Olson
Arizona Sports Suns Reporter and arizonasports.com editor
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Terri Spitz
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Episode: Terri Spitz, Executive Director for the Alzheimer's Association Arizona and New Mexico Chapters
Erik Moses
Executive Director and CEO of the Fiesta Sports Foundation
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Episode: Erik Moses, Executive Director and CEO of the Fiesta Sports Foundation
Carmen Bucci
Former Minor League Baseball player
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Episode: Carmen Bucci, former MiLB player
Matt Schaeffer
Assistant Special Agent in Charge, FBI Phoenix Field Office
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Episode: Matt Schaeffer, Assistant Special Agent in charge of the FBI Phoenix Office

Hosts

Jim Sharpe
Host of Arizona's Morning News; long-time anchor with KTAR News involvement; known for steady, credible delivery.
LaDona Harvey
Co-host of morning news program; experienced presenter focusing on local issues, policy context, and community impact.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • he knows what is needed for a proper solution. the right people need to listen to him and correct the obvious problems

    Audible
    5
    Steve
    United States5 years ago
  • very good over all. he knows what is important!

    he knows what is needed for a proper solution. the right people need to listen to him and correct the obvious problems

    Audible
    5
    Steve
    United States5 years ago
  • Greggs is a liar!

    Taking everything out of context! Yay for bringing up trumps side. He is full of crap about trumps comments! Why did pelosi know about this whine she was tramping around china town, come on out and eat she says!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Horseykathy
    United States6 years ago
  • Long time listener

    I listen to Jim in the mornings when he was on with his now ex wife Melissa. Loved the show then , great start to the day. Now he is on with Jamie West and I love the two. Great chemistry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sevjohnmic
    United States6 years ago
  • Good short podcast.

    I love the individual stories are individual podcasts. Make fast and easy listening. And I always share this day in history facts to my friends.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deutsch Studentin
    United States6 years ago

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High-quality coverage of Arizona-specific issues with strong expert guests.
Great balance of local and national news; hosts feel credible and well-prepared.
Listeners appreciate the guest diversity and depth of insights.
Fast-paced, easy-to-follow updates that fit morning routines.

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Warren Petersen, Senate President
Q: Let's start with the governor's claim that Republican leadership, you, have not shown you a budget plan. Is that true?
No, that's not true. We were negotiating with her, but her demands were unrealistic, and she walked away. We had a proposal we wanted to share with our 47 members to get everyone on the same page, and we were close to consensus.
Rich Frankel, Former Special Agent in Charge
Q: Is this more of a warm-up or a real attempt to test the vulnerability of U.S. government systems?
Frankel suggests it's a combination of both: the attackers proved capability by breaking into Prime Video and Dropbox, while also signaling willingness to escalate against larger targets and critical infrastructure.
Erik Moses, Executive Director and CEO of the Fiesta Sports Foundation
Q: Where will the broadcast be and what should viewers expect?
Viewers can watch ESPNU for the semifinals and championship on Sunday, and all games are streamed on the Fiesta Sports Foundation website, providing wide access and highlighting the athleticism and competition of the participants.
Erik Moses, Executive Director and CEO of the Fiesta Sports Foundation
Q: What makes this event important for women athletes and the growth of the sport?
The tournament showcases top programs, provides nationwide exposure, and positions flag football as a growing NCAA-recognized sport, with athletes gaining a platform to demonstrate real athletic talent and contribute to turning a moment into a movement.
Erik Moses, Executive Director and CEO of the Fiesta Sports Foundation
Q: How can listeners get tickets and watch the games?
Listeners can get tickets at fiestasportsfoundation.org/flagfootball, or simply visit the fields at Dorsey, ASU, on Saturday and Sunday; if they can't attend, all games are streamed on fiestasportsfoundation.org/flagfootball and ESPNU will broadcast the semifinals and championship on Sunday.

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The show delivers morning news coverage focused on Arizona and broader national and world events, with a steady mix of local politics, economy, and industry insights. Episodes frequently feature expert guests—policymakers, economists, security and defense analysts, and frontline journalists—alongside timely historical segments and live updates from the field. The format blends quick headlines, in-depth interviews, and contextual analysis aimed at helping listeners start their day informed and prepared to engage with current events. A notable strength is the consistent access to subject-matter experts and authoritative voices discussing local impact (housing, affordability, defense, and jobs) within a national and global framework.

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Arizona's Morning News launched 8 years ago and published 348 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Arizona's Morning News include:

1. Karen Travers
2. Craig McKee
3. Cheri Preston
4. Dan Bickley
5. Kellan Olson
6. Terri Spitz
7. Erik Moses
8. Carmen Bucci

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