Friends of Public Radio Arizona

Friends of Public Radio Arizona does a great job of supporting our local public radio stations KJZZ and KBACH. I really enjoy and depend on the Local, international, and local news from NPR and KJZZ. The local news provided by KJZZ is extensive, and it helps me stay more informed and connected to our community. In these crazy times we especially need this broad coverage of news that KJZZ brings to us. When I need a break from the news KBACH is a source of music that is great for my mood.

As a board member, listener, and donor, I feel deeply connected to the mission of Friends of Public Radio Arizona (FPRAZ) and the positive impact it has on our community. The work done by KJZZ and KBAQ touches lives in meaningful ways, and I am proud to support their efforts.

KJZZ, with its comprehensive news and talk programming, has become a trusted source for me and countless others. Whether I’m catching up on local news, listening to insightful discussions about national issues, or learning more about the stories shaping our state, KJZZ keeps me informed and engaged. The quality of their journalism is second to none, and I always know I can rely on them to provide clear, unbiased reporting—something that’s especially important in today’s world.

Then there’s KBAQ, the classical music station that brings a sense of peace and beauty to the airwaves. As someone who finds solace in classical music, KBAQ is a true treasure. It’s not just about playing beautiful pieces, but also about creating an atmosphere that lifts the spirit and connects us to the rich cultural heritage of music. For me, it’s the perfect escape—a chance to unwind, reflect, and simply enjoy the art of sound.

But what truly makes FPRAZ stand out is how it goes beyond just the airwaves. Through programs like Sun Sounds and Spot 127, FPRAZ offers services that touch lives in a very real and personal way. Sun Sounds is a lifeline for individuals with visual impairments or print disabilities, providing them with access to essential news and information. I’ve seen firsthand how this service can open up the world to someone who might otherwise feel disconnected, and it’s incredibly powerful.

Spot 127, the youth media program, is another incredible initiative. Watching young people grow in confidence as they learn to tell their stories, express their ideas, and develop media skills is truly inspiring. This program isn’t just about giving them a voice—it’s about empowering them to become the next generation of leaders and journalists. It’s about giving them the tools to make a difference in their communities, and I couldn’t be more excited about the future they’ll help shape.

As a donor, it’s rewarding to know that my contributions are directly supporting these initiatives and ensuring that FPRAZ’s mission continues to thrive. Whether it’s through quality journalism, the calming power of classical music, or programs that provide real support to those who need it most, FPRAZ is helping to create a more informed, inclusive, and connected Arizona.

National Public Radio has been my constant companion since I was pregnant in 1976 while driving to and from work plus while traveling weekly across the nation. I met my spouse at a party where we spent hours talking about our "driveway moments" and so much more! The news, interviews, and shared knowledge of notable experts provide such critical and timely information while all are fact checked. I began supporting my local (Birmingham) station with a monthly $10 donation 48 years ago. My continued financial monthly support demonstrates my vote of confidence and provides the participation needed by my local (Phoenix) station to sustain the broadcast. The outreach service provided by Spot 127 focused on patrons like my Mother who was a resident of a dementia care facility. She loved it! FPRAZ provides a truth-based service critical now and going forward.

Friends of Public Radio Arizona (FPRAZ) does the excellent work of supporting our Arizona community through the local, regional and national news. News is the first area that comes to mind when that FPRAZ brings to the community, however it is so much more than KJZZ. Reporting on the arts and culture of the Valley is a huge benefit supporting our communities throughout the state. KBACH introduces many young listeners to classical music while also keeping the jazz aficionados engaged with our music programming on our KJZZ HD station. Let's not forget our SPOT 127 program which educates youth on the latest in media and journalism to hopefully inspire our future communications professionals and Sun Sounds serving our community by provides audio access to print information to people who cannot read or hold print material due to a disability. Thank you to all the station members for supporting us and to the staff for all you do serving our community!

I moved to the Valley in the late 1980’s and both KJZZ and KBach have kept me informed, educated, and entertained with their amazing programming. I love that the music curated for KBach often is accompanied by a short lesson for those unfamiliar with a piece or artist’s history. I became a sustaining member and later a BoD member because I cannot imagine my day without either station!

As a listener for decades, I cherish Public Radio Arizona. Now I serve as a FPRAZ board member and am honored to actively participate in supporting the programs I love with my time and talents in addition to financial support. KJZZ is my go-to radio station for local, regional and national news, as well as stories and entertainment. I feel a stronger part of the Arizona community by being able to serve with FPRAZ.

First as a listener, and now as a board member, I have been consistently proud of the public service mindset throughout this organization. This is where I go for news I can trust, whether it is happening here locally or across the globe. The consistently high listener ratings across both KJZZ and KBACH are a demonstration of the value thousands of our community members also have for our public radio stations.

In today's media landscape, public radio is more necessary than ever before and Friends of Public Radio Arizona does the excellent work of supporting them. The news and information that KJZZ provides has been incredibly valuable to me. I can learn about my local community, my country, and the world in one show. They are fair, balanced, and educational. Hats off to the whole team there!

I was first introduced to KJZZ and KBACH over 25 years ago when my mother listened to them while she was at home. Sometimes that was the only "people" contact she had during the day which helped keep her mood elevated and oriented to date/time. I found out about SunSounds of AZ over 15 years ago and have been working as a volunteer reader since then. I love the excellent programming with all 3 stations.

As an RN Case Manager working around the state of AZ, I have heard wonderful comments from my patients regarding all of these stations, but primarily I hear from patients saying they appreciate all the shows they can hear on SunSounds. The services these stations give to our communities is invaluable, and I am grateful for their broadcasts.

Something for everyone! Great programming from cooking shows to thought provoking stories, and of course thorough reporting!

My main source of reliable fact based news and information. As an Independent, I appreciate that they take the time to report differing viewpoints, and do so in a respectful manner. Meanwhile they do not cave in to folks telling unsubstantiated stories (ie. Lies!) and call them out for doing so. Keep up the good work!

KBACH gets me through my day. From waking up to serious music when I am brushing my teeth, to listening to Linda Cassidy (big crush!!) while exercising, I listen all day. When we were considering moving to Arizona from Chicago, one of my big requirements was the presence of a serious music station. KBACH has exceeded my expectations!!

I love classical music and K-BACH delivers! I live in Phoenix and summer in Colorado and am delighted I can listen year/round and wherever I am On all my devices!

I’ve been a KJZZ listener/supporter for over 40 years. After retiring, I began volunteering for KJZZ during membership drives, which I still enjoy doing. KJZZ is unmatched when it comes to its daily fact- based news reporting and weekend NPR programming.

Both subscriber and volunteer. I'm a KJZZ fanatic. Need I say more, it's on my dating profile.

Every day, I find myself informed, inspired, amused, touched, angered, alarmed, exasperated, enthralled.... Shall I go on? Those emotions represent the range of local, national, and international topics covered by KJZZ. You can count on reporters--local, national, and international--who without fail do both deep and broad research necessary to present a fair and balanced view of their area. It's my constant companion and dependable source to keep me connected to the world.

I've been listening to KJZZ for years and cannot imagine life without listening to KJZZ! The stories and segments are always unusual and interesting, I do find myself sitting in the car to finish listening to the story. I like the voices of the annoucers, very calm and well modulated.

Kicked off a week of birthday celebrations with free tickets to see Ballet AZ performance of Giselle! Wonderful performance and venue at the Madison Center for the Arts.
I love listening to KJZZ/NPR and love their contests, especially when I'm a winner.

I can listen to KJZZ/NPR all day. Even when I am traveling out of town or overseas, I still listen to KJZZ through their app. I learn so much and understand many things by the information I get.

I primarily listen to KJZZ and my partner primarily listens to KBach. We love the music on both and the important, trustworthy news that is shared. I rarely get my news from any place else and both stations, supported by Friend of Public Radio, greatly enrich our lives.

KJZZ/KBACH are absolutely essential components in my daily routine. Regardless of what I'm doinig on a given day, KJZZ/KBACH is streaming in my ears to inform, entertain, or soothe me. I count on KJZZ/KBACH and I'm proud to be a long-time public radio supporter.

KJZZ is my constant companion throughout the day. With excellently researched and reported local stories, as well as national and international news, listening to KJZZ helps me feel aware and informed about the world. Best radio station ever!

Long time listeners and sustaining members of both KJZZ and KBAQ. We get our daily news in the morning from KJZZ and then hear a wide selection of classical music throughout the day on KBAQ.

I've been a volunteer, listener, & financial supporter of our Friends of Public Radio stations - KJZZ & KBAQ - for over 30 years. When the world is too noisy & the traffic too chaotic, I'm tuning into KBAQ. When I want to know what is happening in Arizona & across the world - or needing jazz & the blues - I'm listening to KJZZ. The knowledgeable reporters, calm & interesting interviews, & announcers with music expertise all mean these 2 radio stations are my go-to sources. Thank heaven for those who also support the stations with their financial help --- so we can tune in with minor advertisements & top notch reporting.

When I moved to Phoenix in 1965 I began listening to KTAR. But I changed to KJZZ sometime in the early '70s. When I obtained a job in Baghdad, Iraq in 2005, the thing I missed most was KJZZ! If there was a way to obtain the station, I couldn't find it. I felt like I was missing my right arm. When my year was up and I came home, my radio was, and still is, tuned to KJZZ. Thank you, KJZZ!!

My day begins and ends with KJZZ. I know I can depend on NPR and KJZZ for non-biased news coverage of the goings on in and around our world. The interviews are always interesting; the subject matter is wide-ranging, encompassing everything from soup to nuts. I'll catch up with KJZZ throughout the day if I'm driving. Later in the evening, a little jazz is the perfect way to wind down. Thanks, KJZZ. Long may you thrive!

I appreciate the professionalism, objectivity and breadth of the reporting on KJZZ. KJZZ is the place I turn for news, other perspectives on important issues and thought-provoking analysis. I view stations like KJZZ to be critical community resources. I am so grateful to have this resource in our community.

I don’t know what I would have done over the past two tumultuous years, with both the pandemic raging and our toxic political landscape. KBACH soothed me and KJZZ kept me informed. They are the only two settings on my radio in the car and throughout my home. I have been a sustaining member for many years and will continue to do so.

KBACH is on my radio at home and in the car... it's a reststop along my way that helps put everything in my daily journeys into perspective... thanks, a lot!

My husband and I have been avid listeners, volunteers, and supporters of KJZZ since arriving in the Valley in 1985. FRPAZ provides stellar support for public radio in Arizona.
We need this resource to be informed citizens, voters, and members of Arizona society.
Three cheers for their wonderful work.

KJZZ has been part of my life since I moved to the Valley in 1978. There's nowhere else you can get factual news, not to mention the interesting local stories. I have been a member for decades and try to do at least one volunteer job for the station every year. I listen every day. KBACH is my go to station for classical music.

I have been a listener since 1983 and served as a Board member between 2010-2018. This is my go-to station for reliable, dependable, and quality news and information, local, national, and global. I've laughed, cried, and stayed in my car to hear news and shows that bring joy and relevance. Very highly recommended!

I love these public radio stations. KJZZ is my primary source for national and local news. I am constantly impressed with their coverage of local topics. Their podcats series are excellent.

Not being a former classical music fan, I am surprised at how much I have been listening to KBACH lately! The background and stories they give on the wide range of composers really makes it interesting.

I am proud to have been a sustaining member for several years, in addition to recently donating my old car.
KJZZ provides credible local insight and stories, and The Show is one of my favorite local productions.
I also dig the Low Down Dirty Blues on Sunday nights.
Thank you, everyone who makes it all possible!

This Birmingham,Alabama donor streams KBACH every night and wakes with it each morning. A big thank you to all In front and behind the scenes of this musical adventure.

I have volunteered for Sun Sounds, KJZZ, and KBAQ for many years. Sun Sounds radio provided programming for my mother when she could no longer read print due to macular degeneration. It has been my honor and that of hundreds of other volunteers across Arizona to be able to read For her via Sun Sounds.
KJZZ Public radio is so important. I know I can rely on unbiased news reporting and interesting programming as well. For me the sports broadcasting is essential.
KBAQ beautifully fills in a much needed gap in classical music broadcasting in Arizona. Did you know that listeners sent KBAQ their own classical music records to help build a classical library?

I spend so much time with KBACH because I not only love classical music, but enjoy the pleasant, insightful commentary by DJs who feel like longtime friends. The station is a refreshing constant in a world where so little is reliable. Thank you for being a source of positivity!

I do not live in the Phoenix metropolitan area so I stream KBACH...every single day! KBACH plays classical music, music that has stood the test of time. Especially in the chaotic times in which we live, I find this music most soothing and anchoring. The programming, the announcers, everything about KBACH is top notch. Long live KBACH!

Now more than ever, we need accurate information we can trust when it comes to the news. KJZZ delivers that through their programming, both locally produced and the national programs they share. They share local news with real passion for the community, but are always careful to never overstate or rush information just so they can have the scoop.

Great music -- Classical and Jazz on their 2 stations. Involve the community in events like your favorite Classical pieces, to create a 100 best loved for the year. Involve youth in many ways, not just, but including, learning about radio and that technology. Do giveaways of tickets to first rate movies before they begin showing. I love KBAQ/KJZZ!!!

I have listened to & supported KBACH for years, enjoying the streaming of great classical music from first my Midwest home, and now as a resident of the Valley. The “on air” announcers establish a rapport with the listeners, and share their insights on the music. KBACH plays on my phone or in the car as much as possible!!!

I listen to NPR on KJZZ every day and it is Informative and honest. Radio Ambulante is a great podcast as well.

Donating to both KJZZ and KBAQ through Friends of Public Radio Arizona helps to ensure that I can continue to feed both sides of my brain: Through KJZZ I get unbiased news every day as well as informational programs and humorous quiz shows on the weekend. If any of that gets to be too much, I switch to KBAQ for the soothing strains of classical music and the mellifluous voices of on-line hosts with deep knowledge of their subject.

KBACH is a hospitable island in an ocean of noisy, commercial radio.

I am a volunteer reader at Sun Sounds of AZ because I remember my grandmother having to rely on a similar service when she lost her vision late in life. It brings me pleasure to share the written word with people unable to access it. As a retired nurse, I enjoy reading articles about current medical research and healthcare delivery in third world countries.

Sun Sounds of Arizona is great!!! I've been volunteering with them for over 3 years now, which is one of my longest running volunteer experiences. I've stayed on with them because I believe in their mission and know what they do makes a difference. All the volunteers truly care about producing quality content that those with a disability that inhibits their ability to read news and other programs for themselves can enjoy. It's amazing how everyone comes together to make these programs happen- it takes everyone, from readers, to sound board operators, to those who go out into the community to read at live events, and more. Sun Sounds is simply a wonderful organization, and deserves support from Arizonans everywhere.

This is a truly exceptional organization and provides a very vital resource to the state. It is absolutely worth your investment.

My wife and I have been faithful listeners to KJZZ and I have been a proponent of KBACH for many years. As an ardent classical music fan, I have always felt a sense of pride that Phoenix has supported a classical radio program when other cities are discontinuing theirs. I also serve as a volunteer reader for Sun Sounds of Arizona. I feel that I am making a real and valuable contribution to the citizens of Arizona. The organization and programming that Sun Sounds provides is a positive contribution to our citizens. I am proud to be a participant in this program. All in all, I think that the Public Radio Arizona provides a needed and valuable role in our daily lives. They are constantly looking forward in terms of the needs of the community. I heartily support all of their efforts.

I began my career in radio news at then-KMCR-FM and worked there for 15 years. My work life took me elsewhere until our return to the valley in 2009. We had become supporters of both public radio and TV in Washington, DC, supporting them for 20 years. We elected to continue that support at KJZZ. Over the years, we have moved steadily up the support levels to become members of the Leadership Society. Why? We had become spoiled by the excellent news coverage in Washington, DC and wanted to continue it in the valley - and KJZZ delivers, each and every day. In this era of pandemic, KJZZ brings transparency and facts. As a former news reporter myself, there are few stations in the U.S. that supply the level of news coverage we receive. In addition to our financial support, my wife and I over the years have read the news for Sun Sounds Of Arizona, donating hundreds of hours to their program production. We also listen to KBAQ, although I am more attracted to jazz. While we have not interacted with Spot 127, its service to our youth is exemplary. We will continue our support of Public Radio and consider ourself friends.

Love the local journalism of KJZZ and the outstanding youth programs of SPOT127 and the classical music offerings of KBACH. Additionally, Sun Sounds provides a critical service for the sight-impaired members of our community. Highly recommended!

In these uncertain times, we need the stars at KJZZ, KBACH, SPOT127, and Sun Sounds more and more every day. They provide access to information for some of our most vulnerable neighbors. Our community is truly better with their presence!

I volunteer for this nonprofit, reading the USA Today for Sun Sounds on-air programming. The staff is wonderful and I really appreciate their mission. I know that sometime in the future I may need to have someone read the news to me.

Everyone at this station is kind and truly devoted to the mission of the organization. I am gratified to know that there are so many committed, talented people in the world.

I love KJZZ and it’s the only place I turn to for local news that I know I can trust to be unbiased and factual. When I donate each month, I really feel like I know where exactly my money is going and what it’s giving back to the community I live in. I feel so lucky to have such an excellent NPR member station based right in the city I live in! But their impact is felt throughout the state, and even beyond into the Southwest US.

The only news source I rely on to be truthful, fact-based, and unbiased. KJZZ is interesting, impactful, and important to me.

Kjzz at this point is part of my wellbeing... it has wealth of information, news and entertainment that I can access anytime. Well done!

Proud to be apart of Friends and of the amazing value that they provide to the community. Listening to KJZZ is how my husband and I begin every morning.

It’s all about the people who work diligently to provide thoughtful, community based news stories as well as National Public Radio programming. I’ve enjoyed being able to tour the station and meet the “voices.”
As a sustaining member there is added value and a measure of fun in supporting a great local nonprofit

KBAQ and KJZZ are the #1 and #2 buttons on my car radio dial. I love the music on KBAQ and the commentary by the announcers enhances it even more. KJZZ is the best for news and information. Many thanks to both.

valuable and open news and information, as well as, very entertaining entertainment programing

KJZZ and K-BACH are my absolute go-to radio stations. Whether I want unbiased news or beautiful classical music, I can always count on their being there. That’s why my wife and I are sustaining members. Keep up the good work.
And as a long-time volunteer at SunSounds, I can attest to the dedication to the mission of each and every person at the station.
This organization is what a non-profit should be.

I would never get in the car without KBACH. The beautiful classical music takes the stress out of my daily commute or just driving around town. I've also learned so much about the different composers and history. Did you know that Mozart had a pet Starling (mockingbird) that inspired one of his musical pieces? On KJZZ I get news and my favorite game shows. Wait, wait, Don't tell me, and What do you Know are fabulous. Who can't use a laugh and these shows are hysterical. I get so much from my monthly donation, I just don't know what I would do without them.

Arizona Public radio has been my companion for the past ten years , in the morning, in my car to keep track of what's going on in Arizona and the world, and in the evening when the jazz programs help me relax. Recently I've discovered it's not just my window on the world but also makes me part of a community. Increasingly frequently if I mention something I heard on the radio, people smile, nod, and say " Oh yesI heard that too!"

In these times when reliable sources of news are under attack, KJZZ and NPR provide a serious, unbiased and trustable news outlet. THANK YOU!

I listen to this station almost exclusively. It's news stories are excellent ... and fair. The evening jazz program is wonderful. And I love the weekend offerings. These are always presented with professionalism, appropriate humor, and sensitivity.

I have been a loyal and avid listener of KBAQ for nearly 23 years and not once has it failed me in achieving a sense of well-being simply by listening. Even in those times that chaos reigns in my life, I know I can turn to KBAQ, which is on in my house and my car, to once again find my center and refocus on what is important. I cannot imagine not having KBAQ in my life's tool box to help me "fix" those things I can.

KBAQ makes even the Phoenix traffic more acceptable. The radio alternates between KJZZ and KBAQ only!

I wake up to the superbly curated sounds of KBAQ every morning and listen when the sounds of the world become too raucous. The Valley would be a barren place without this radio station.

Nice to support Public Radio great classical music and a large selection of programs.

KJZZ is always on in my car. When I’m tired of News and want music I switch to KBACH!

I've listened to, and volunteered for, KJZZ (NPR) & the affiliated classical (KBACH) stations since I moved to the valley in 1985. It's been both fascinating & at times frustrating to see & hear the changes through the years -- but the move from a cramped & inefficient building on the Community College campus in Mesa to the incredible new building in Tempe has been the best change! I started listening when KJZZ was mostly jazz music; as it transitioned into an NPR news station I found myself listening & learning & appreciating the more balanced news format. Now I depend on NPR/KJZZ to keep me informed on both the hidden stories no one else is exploring & the news everyone else is covering. It happens both with attention to detail & nuance but also with the added benefit of showing the very human faces affected by daily "news".
My volunteering at the station has brought me into closer contact with the people who are the broadcasting voices, but also the vital people who work behind the scenes to make sure all the news & music continues to come to us on the airwaves. Thanks to the fund raisers, the marketing folks, the equipment technicians, the computer experts, the managers and the guys who climb the radio towers --- all of you make this terrific station such an important asset to the community (& to me!)
My support (both in time & money) for KJZZ & KBACH are based on the firm belief that non-commercial radio is essential to having a community of informed & balanced citizens. (We all need something to keep us sane in today's stressful world !!)

KJZZ is an outstanding public radio station. We listen every day and feel very well informed about the news that is important to know. The coverage is thorough and balanced.

In today's corporate controlled media environment, NPR, and specifically KJZZ, stand alone in the radio environment. Their sole mission is performing the critical function of providing unbiased journalism; the life's blood of democracy.

The first thing I do every morning is turn on NPR - before I even make my morning tea! The radio (yes, old school) stays on all day long while I'm working. I get news and features from our local station, national NPR and BCC that I can't get anywhere else. One thing I especially love: In the rush of getting everyone out the door for school, I have noticed my two kids pausing to listen to the news of the day. The stories prompt thoughtful questions and help inform them on a range of issues. Thanks NPR!

Wherever they are now, Bach, Chopin, Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven, Brahms, Tchaikovsky, Schubert, Handel, Debussy, Vivaldi, Stravinsky, Ravel, Liszt, Mahler AND Martines, Price, Maconchy, Price, Weir, Clark and Schumann also love to listen to KJZZ. They all 'composed' the fabulous foundation for this radio station and that is why it is a joy to support!

I love the programs on this station, and the local coverage is exceptional! Very insightful and in depth.

I think that everyone who has posted a review here in this blog in respect of 'Friends of Public Radio Arizona' has covered all the wonderful reasons that we continue to support KJZZ & KBAQ (KBACH). We are so fortunate to have both FM stations, and we are spoiled for choice throughout the day, everyday. All that I can add here is that if KJZZ & KBAQ doesn't turn you on, contact me and I'll provide batteries, free of charge.

I enjoy listening to classical music. I find it calming when I am driving, which in Phoenix, can be a stressful event.

My go to news information site every day. I love the in depth news without all the fluff. Complete national and international news coverage plus timely local coverage of news and events. Easy to get hooked on for all the information one needs.

I learn so much from KJZZ! The range of topics is amazing and includes areas I wouldn't think of learning about. I recently enjoyed the book review about Edison, Westinghouse and Tesla and the invention of the lightbulb. Extremely interesting! I was horrified to learn about the racist attitudes that shaped our interstate highway design. Would not have know about that without KJZZ. I could go on and on. KJZZ feeds my brain.

KJZZ provides the perfect combination of fact based national news and informative, helpful local news.

KJZZ has stood by me as I lost a job, regained one, had a divorce, remarried brilliantly, had children, then had teenagers, and then had children again Through it all, a calm, steadying voice of classical music, objective news, and solace sustained my sanity. Better than drugs, cheaper than psychotherapy.

What more could one ask of a non-profit!

I discovered KJZZ when I moved to AZ and needed intelligent news while commuting. Then my listening expanded beyond my commute to weekends and some evenings. I am a fan of jazz music so enjoy the music programming in the evenings. Mostly though I love the variety of information KJZZ brings to me. It is so pleasant to listen to thoughtful conversations without screeching commercials or screeching hosts!

Just can't imagine life without public radio. In Arizona since 1977 it was KONC to become KBAQ. Blessed are those who endured the struggles along the way. We are so fortunate! And then I found KJZZ. What a way to wake up and, if not at work, the fabulous Diane Rehm show. Loved her On My Own. Thank you for keeping this old grandma current!

I got acquainted with National Public Radio (NPR) during the first few months of my residence in our country. I came from India after getting enrolled in a Masters program at Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, Florida. My uncle and aunt were kind enough to shelter me in their home. Without a vehicle of my own, during the first few months, I was totally dependent on my uncle for getting to and from school. His vehicle was almost always tuned to the local NPR affiliate. I was hooked.

Ever since then, I have a been an avid listener of public radio. Even though I thoroughly enjoy and listen to other radio stations, public radio occupies the majority of my radio listening time. The quality programming on public radio beats other radio stations hands down. The breadth of programming, from the hilarious "Car Talk," to the studious "Diane Rehm Show," the informative "News Hours," the encompassing "All Things Considered," the biographical "Fresh Air," and the soothing "Classical Music," is unparalleled in radio broadcasting. The programming at times seems to lean on liberal side of things, I guess this can be improved on.

I currently reside in Chandler, Arizona. KBAQ - 91.5 FM and KBAQ - 89.5 FM, are my near constant companions while driving around. I have made some minor donations recently - suitable to my financial standing, to benefit these stations and Spot 127.

We as a nation, are in dire need of next-gen journalists who can provide top-notch, unbiased reporting. Spot 127 is a great stepping stone for youth in this direction.

It is essential that public radio continues to sustain and thrive. And "Friends Of Public Radio Arizona," plays a crucial role in this endeavor.

Sincerely,

Satish Reddy Arravalli

My car is always tuned to KJZZ. Just driving around I learn so much!! KJZZ is one of the few places one can still find balanced reporting, I can count on them to be seeking out all sides of a story. Their human interest stories, creative radio lab stories, news analysis, Diane Rheam show.. all are so wonderful! I don't read a newspaper or watch news on tv, yet I find I know what people are talking about and have an educated opinion to offer. I am so happy to support this station!!

Listening to KBAQ when driving to work relaxes me and puts me in a good mood for the rest of the day. Listening when driving home after work relaxes me and set me up for a more restful evening.

KJZZ is my special cup of morning coffee. It gets me up and going without the caffeine so I face each day as a well-informed member of my home state. This is especially important since formal education here in AZ is, in general, very poor.

KBAQ is a treasure! For the classical music lover, high quality classical programming has been disappearing faster than the polar ice caps. In my 60 years as a classical music lover, stations either disappeared or their quality went right down the drain, and I experienced that in Philadelphia, Ann Arbor, Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area. I now have ~600 CD's and 300 vinyls worth over $10,000 that I needed to purchase to satisfy my need for classical music when my local classical radio station either closed, switched to rock or got bought out and the programming went to hell. KBAQ is an oasis in the desert here. Sterling Beeaff has brought the most wonderful programming to Phoenix for over 20 years. There is everything here, from the Renaissance to the 21st century, 24 hours per day, with well informed commentary added by the superb staff. Even the sound quality is better than I ever experienced in other classical stations, and the geographical coverage is phenomenal-reception is crystal-clear in my car anywhere I go in the Phoenix metropolitan area, and even when I am well out of town. Beyond music, the web site they run is a focal point for all of the arts in Phoenix. So, I would give KBAQ 10 stars if I could.

We moved to Phoenix about 10 years ago from the northeast. As we drove, shopped, repaired, cleaned, painted, and simply rested KJZZ and KBACH were our constant and reassuring companions. Intelligent discussion, informed analysis, wonderful music and unabashed laughter were available at the push of a button. We subscribed, we donated, we shopped and we spread the word, but never could we equal what we received from AZ public radio. Having two public radio stations should be recognized as a rare and valuable treasure.

How often I find myself bringing something I heard on KJZZ into a conversation or thinking more deeply about an issue because of something I heard on the news or in an interesting story. KJZZ's outstanding content sometimes makes it difficult for me to get out of my car or turn to an activity that precludes radio listening. In an era of shrill, biased reporting and uncivil behavior, I am drawn more and more to KJZZ and NPR's informative, balanced and entertaining offerings every day of the week.

Without classical music I would probably go a little crazy. There are some kinds of music that can make up for a little of the loss (Show Tunes, 20's, 30's and 40's music) but the radio is not going to provide much of that. You can get these large platters (or other media) of music that play the same thing over and over on TV or on the internet) but soon that will drive you crazy with repetition. KBAQ, our classical public radio station keeps me sane. I can listen (mainly in the car and who knows how much time we spend in the car) while I'm driving and be a calm driver. And it's great I can go anywhere and keep in touch with my life via the internet. I lived where they played the same 400 great classical music over and over and was making me start to not like some music. Also they seldom played the movement together and that made the music seem unfinished. On KBAQ you have live people, a vast mixture of music and you can be surprised sometime. Please keep our public radio, alive, well and lively.

My wife, Marie, and I think KJZZ and KBACH are great. Thank you for adding a positive dimension to our lives, every day.

I have been listening to KBAQ for over 20 years. My daughters have listened as well since they were toddlers. My parents brought me up to appreciate good music and that is what KBAQ brings into my life everyday. I am an avid listener and will continue to be for many years to come. Classical music does wonders for the body and soul. I am a cancer survivor and I made sure that is was on more than ever during that difficult time to make sure it helped me to stay focused on being positive and calm. I LOVE KBAQ

I rely on this local station to bring me fair unbiased international reporting, local interest stories, keep me up to date on things happening around AZ and entertaining programming. I am always learning and stay informed. Thx KJZZ!

Another newspaper in Arizona closed this week. Thank goodness we have Public Radio (KJZZ and KBAQ locally) to give us intelligent and balanced news and information. Most people do not know that 90% of public radio's support comes from public donations. Friends of Public Radio AZ works to keep this news source available and thriving for all Arizonans.