Épisodes

  • A River No More: Will overuse of water doom the last, free-flowing desert river in Arizona?
    Nov 5 2025

    The San Pedro River is in southern Arizona, flowing north out of Mexico past Sierra Vista and For Huachuca. In recent years, the San Pedro has come under tremendous pressure due to drought and increased usage of the ground water in the area. The river’s flows are trending drier. On this week’s Sonoran Sky podcast, Meteorologist Royal Norman talked with Kim Schonek of The Nature Conservancy who is optimistic that the river can be saved.

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    24 min
  • The Great American Supergrid with Mike Nelson
    Oct 29 2025

    Mike Nelson is a highly respected retired broadcast meteorologist. He envisions a future with something he calls The Great American SuperGrid that transmits renewable energy around the country, and he joined Sonoran Sky to discuss the endeavor with Pete Mangione.

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    28 min
  • Snowmaking to Tree Glading: What’s new this season for the Arizona Snowbowl
    Oct 22 2025

    Snow skiing is a part of the allure of Arizona for almost 90 years. Since 1938, folks have headed up to Flagstaff to ski on the state’s highest peak, which happens to be a dormant volcano! On this edition of Sonoran Sky, First Alert Meteorologist Sean McLaughlin takes you through the upcoming ski season, from enhanced snowmaking to something called tree glading, it’s everything you need to know before heading up to the southernmost major ski resort in the continental U.S.!

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    17 min
  • Meteorology Misconceptions
    Oct 15 2025

    "You said it was going to rain at my house and it didn't. Imagine getting paid to be getting wrong!" We hear it all from viewers from reasonable complaints to downright ridiculousness. April Warnecke and Ian Schwartz chat about some misconceptions in the weather biz.

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    33 min
  • The Best Patios in the Valley to Enjoy Fall Weather
    Oct 8 2025
    In this episode of Sonoran Sky, we explore the best patios in the Valley to enjoy the beautiful fall weather. Hosts April Warnecke and Ian Schwartz discuss their favorite outdoor spots, from hidden gems to popular hangouts, perfect for dining and relaxing. Tune in for restaurant recommendations, insights on Arizona's unique fall season, and tips for making the most of outdoor activities in the Valley of the Sun.
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    23 min
  • The best places to see the leaves change colors in Arizona
    Oct 1 2025

    In this week's episode of Sonoran Sky, we talk about the best spots across the state of Arizona to see the leaves change colors in the beautiful reds and yellows. But you have to go soon, before it's too late! We're joined by Josh Coddington, the Director of Communications for the Arizona Office of Tourism, who shares details on the best spots all across the state, from northern, to eastern, and southern Arizona, and the hidden gems in between.

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    21 min
  • Once the Arizona Monsoon hooks you, it may reel you in
    Sep 24 2025

    Known by many names of the years, the Arizona monsoon is one thing: unpredictable. But it’s that mystery that drove Dr. Jonny Malloy to write the book called North American Monsoon. On the Sonoran Sky Podcast, Meteorologist Royal Norman tells us Malloy’s book is accessible to all.

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    26 min
  • The La Nina we didn’t see coming & what it means for winter in Arizona
    Sep 17 2025

    The forecast is in. A strong La Nina pattern is setting up in the Pacific. It’s a stretch of cold water along the surface of the ocean. Shel Winkley of Climate Central joined the Sonoran Sky Podcast and told Chief Meteorologist Royal Norman that this is big news for Arizona and cold result in a dry winter ahead.

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    27 min