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The Mike Broomhead Show

Mike Broomhead is an influential thought leader covering the biggest issues in Arizona along with newsmakers from all over the state.
September 24, 2026

Hour 4: How dumb are we?

The Phoenix metro didn't do so well in this test, find out what on today's story roundup.    (34:06)
September 24, 2026

Hour 3: Tempe Tavern update

The state liquor department is now saying the college town bar had numerous violations against them despite the bars claims of a smear campaign.   (32:30)
September 24, 2026

Luke Lapinski, Arizona Sports Host, "Homeruns with Broomhead"

Do the Diamondbacks still have a chance at the playoffs? We talk about it on "Homeruns with Broomhead" with Arizona Sports host Luke Lapinski.    (08:32)
September 24, 2026

Hour 2: Media back at the White House

Overnight a judge has granted temporary access to CNN, MS Now and Politico into the White House.   (33:35)
September 24, 2026

Hour 1: Washington talks tech

More lawmakers are calling for guardrails on tech and an Arizona Sheriff testifies about flock cameras.    (21:31)
September 23, 2026

Hour 4: Golden Ticket

New details are out regarding the Cricle K employee who won the lottery. Was the ticket rightfully his?   (34:27)
September 23, 2026

Hour 3: Tempe Tavern no more

Tempe tavern closes and is selling everything off after a second deadly crash was linked to the bar.    (34:53)
September 23, 2026

Hour 2: UN Update

We have a Greenland deal and what did the Iranian president say about the United States?    (34:47)
September 23, 2026

Hour 1: Another police incident

Phoenix PD is under investigation after a man accuses two officers of excessive force.    (22:47)
September 22, 2026

Hour 4: Number 5 

We rank number 5! Find out in what on today's Story Roundup.   (34:38)
September 22, 2026

Hour 3: Prop 318 

What's on your ballot and what's behind Prop 318?    (33:32)
September 22, 2026

Hour 2: Free press

The press is pushing back on President Trump's ban. The White House press pool suspends coverage and the White House launches Trump TV.    (34:16)
September 22, 2026

Hour 1: Trump at UN 

The president spoke at the UN Assembly this morning, what was said about Iran? And some deals with other nations   (23:51)
September 21, 2026

Hour 4: Food rescue

A big donation to the hungry in the Valley, we talk about it on today's story round up.    (34:31)
September 21, 2026

Hour 3: Shooting in Austin

ICE agents shoot an illegal migrant and protestors immediately call for a local investigation.      (34:50)
September 21, 2026

Hour 2: New Trump ban

President Trump has banned CNN, MSNOW and Politico from the White House, now they're suing.   (34:54)
September 21, 2026

Ron Wolfley, Arizona Sports Host "Bird's Eye View"

What happened at the home opener? Unfortunately not winning for the Cardinals. We get a "Bird's Eye View" with Arizona Sports host Ron Wolfley.    (08:50)
September 21, 2026

Matt Salmon and Michael Cravens, Arizona Wildlife Federation

What does the latest study on National Parks tell us? We talk to Matt Slamon and Michael Cravens with the Arizona Wildlife Federation about land protections and usage.    (12:43)
September 21, 2026

Hour 1: What do Arizona voters want

A new study shows voters want to hear from candidates with affordability and corruption top of mind.   (23:07)
September 18, 2026

Hour 4: Mike was wrong

Good news, Mike was wrong! Find out on what in today's story round up.   (35:01)
September 18, 2026

Hour 3: Who's better off?

Workers 22-34 without a degree are doing pretty good right now.    (34:23)
September 18, 2026

Hour 2: Let's make a deal

President Trump is saying Iran wants in on a deal.    (33:41)
September 18, 2026

Doug Ducey, former Governor of Arizona

After the passing of Jon Kyl, the memories and love keep pouring in. We get a chance to talk to a man who knew him so well, he's the one that asked Kyl to come back to the senate....   (11:29)
September 18, 2026

Hour 1: AI Anxiety

More questions about tech and whether or not to slow it down. We have some good and bad stories about the technology.    (23:25)
September 17, 2026

Meghan McCain, daughter of the late Senator John McCain

A giant in the political world so big he was appointed by Governor Ducey after the death of John McCain. We got a chance to talk to Meghan McCain, daughter of the late Senator Joh...   (12:30)
September 17, 2026

Hour 4: Mother of the year

And the award for mother of the year goes to...find out in today's story roundup.    (34:55)
September 17, 2026

Arizona Congressman Juan Ciscomani

After the passing of Jon Kyl, former Arizona Congressman Juan Ciscomani called into the show to talk about the political giant and his legacy he's left on the bipartisan leader.    (07:40)
September 17, 2026

Hour 3: School spending is up

At a record high, we discuss why school spending is up and what's the answer to cutting back.    (35:05)
September 17, 2026

Jeff Hawkins, President of the Arizona Troopers Association

There are 323 crashes every day on Arizona roads, we talk to President of the Arizona Troopers Association, Jeff Hawkins about what actions are being taken and what troopers are still lacking for their job.    (10:37)
September 17, 2026

Luke Lapinski, Arizona Sports Host for "Homeruns with Broomhead"

Can the Diamondbacks still make it in the playoffs? We ask Arizona Sports host Luke Lapinski and "Homeruns with Broomhead"   (08:07)
September 17, 2026

Mike D'Antoni, former coach of the Phoenix Suns

Former Suns legend and Hall of Famer, Mike D'Antoni stops by the studio. We talk about his time in the Valley and his legacy.    (11:28)
September 17, 2026

Hour 2: Tech battle

AI is helping in some ways, but it’s also being used for things that aren’t so good.   (34:09)
September 17, 2026

Hour 1: Senator Kyl

Senator Jon Kyl has passed away. We remember his legacy.   (23:31)
September 17, 2026

Hour 4: NY Times names Arizona restaurant the best

Find out which Arizona restaurant topped the NY Times list in today's story roundup.    (36:04)
September 16, 2026

Hour 3: Middle East

Congress is trying to limit war powers as the war with Iran sees no end in sight.      (32:43)
September 16, 2026

Kristin Bentz, retail analyst for KB Advisories

Retail sales are up and exceeding analyst's expectations. We talk to the expert in retail, Krisin Bentz with KB Advisories tells us this is great news.    (09:32)
September 16, 2026

Dr. Robert Pappalardo, Superintendent of AJUSD

As public school districts across Arizona and the country face declining enrollment, Apache Junction Unified School District is taking a different approach. We talk to the AJUSD S...   (11:15)
September 16, 2026

Hour 2: Voting in Arizona

How easy is it to vote in our state and should we have to verify information more often?    (34:04)
September 16, 2026

Hour 1: People are shopping

Retail sales are up and exceeding analysts' expectations. What's the cause, and what's the outlook?   (22:46)
September 15, 2026

Hour 4: Name maxxing 

What is name maxxing? We find out on today's story roundup.    (35:16)
September 15, 2026

Hour 3: Show me the money 

Many voters don't believe dividend checks are coming and we should pay down National debt instead.    (34:45)
September 15, 2026

Hour 3: Show me the money 

Many voters don't believe dividend checks are coming and we should pay down National debt instead.    (12:10)
September 15, 2026

Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap 

The November election is just around the corner. We get a chance to catch up with Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap about important dates and everything elections.    (12:10)
September 15, 2026

Hour 2: I hate HOA's 

A new law restricts HOA power and a ridiculous story about foreclosure.    (34:31)
September 15, 2026

Jennifer Liewer, Deputy Elections Director for MCTEC 

Need a job? Maricopa County is looking for some election workers. We talk to the Deputy Elections Director, Jennifer Liewer about the qualifications.   (11:24)
September 15, 2026

Hour 1: More flock

A Tempe hit and run is now raising new questions over flock cameras. Will this change the narrative?   (22:27)
September 14, 2026

Hour 4: Jobs in America

The fastest growing jobs in America, how does Arizona position on the list?    (34:21)
September 14, 2026

Hour 3: Gas is expensive

Oil prices continue to rise as Houthis shutdown routes in the waterways.    (34:31)
September 14, 2026

Hour 2: No more overtime

A new bill proposed by Bernie Sanders is recommending a 32-hour work week.    (33:36)
September 14, 2026

Ron Wolfley, Arizona Sports Host "Bird's Eye View"

They won! First game under their belts, can the Cardinals keep up the momentum? We talk to Cardinals reporter for Arizona Sports, Tyler Drake about the team and the season.    (09:39)
September 14, 2026

Hour 1: AI fight

The fight for more Ai regulations continues as President Trump defends it.   (21:39)
September 11, 2026

Hour 4: Surviving 9-11

This hour dedicated to the heroes, the tragedy and the day we will never forget.    (36:31)
September 11, 2026

Mike McAvoy, 9-11 Survivor

We have all been touched by the tragedies of 9-11, we get a visit from a survivor of the 2001 terrorist attack on the twin towers in NYC.    (35:31)
September 11, 2026

Hour 3: Middle East update

President trump says there is no chance the war last through the rest of his term.    (33:40)
September 11, 2026

Carlos Alfaro, Arizona Talks

It's almost time for the KTAR Town Hall: The Issues That Matter. We sit down with Carlos Alfaro of Arizona Talks about the event next week.    (11:10)
September 11, 2026

Hour 2: Dumb criminals

You won't believe where 2,000 pounds of meth was found.      (35:32)
September 11, 2026

Bryan Willingham, President of the Phoenix Firefighters Association Local 493

Through the smoke and danger, we get the account of 9-11 as seen firsthand from a first responders point of view.    (13:11)
September 11, 2026

Kaley O'Kelley, ABC 15 Reporter

ABC 15 reporter Kaley O'Kelley remembers how she covered the tragic day of 9-11 and how reporting has changed since.    (13:12)
September 11, 2026

Hour 1: 9-11

25 years later, we remember 9-11 and where we were that day.    (24:03)
September 10, 2026

Hour 4: Too far

The Internet and AI has gone too far, we talk about it in today's story roundup.    (41:14)
September 10, 2026

Luke Lapinski, Arizona Sports Host "Homeruns with Broomhead"

Are the Diamondbacks making a drama comeback? We talk baseball with Arizona Sports host Luke Lapinski, it's time for "Homeruns with Broomhead".    (06:42)
September 10, 2026

Kyle Hedstrom, Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer of the Arizona Sports & Events Alliance

The Arizona Sports & Events Alliance just made an exciting partnership announcement and some big events are coming to the Valley. We talked to the Executive Vice President, Kyle Hedstrom.    (11:11)
September 10, 2026

Jeff Hawkins, President of the Troopers Association

Some hard times for troopers out there on our Arizona highways as the need for resources increases. We talk to the head of the troopers Association, Jeff Hawkins on how DPS is finishing out the year and the challenges to come.    (12:00)
September 10, 2026

Hour 2: Midterm GOP Convention talk

Trump offers checks and republicans highlight differences from Dems.    (34:06)
September 10, 2026

Hour 1: Job market shift

Women accounted for 98% of job's gains in August.   (19:36)
September 9, 2026

Hour 4: The mental image you didn't know you needed

Find out what that image is in today's story roundup.   (34:51)
September 9, 2026

Sean Gleason, Commissioner and CEO of Professional Bull Riders.

A new partnership with the state is bringing exciting events to town. We talk with one of the event headliners, Sean Gleason, CEO of Professional Bull Riders.   (11:54)
September 9, 2026

Hour 3: Who's Happier?

New rankings are out for the happiest states. Where does Arizona rank?   (34:20)
September 9, 2026

Hour 2: Tariff War

How will Americans be affected by Canadian tariffs?   (33:41)
September 9, 2026

Hour 1: Midterms

What direction will the midterms take?   (21:02)
September 8, 2026

Hour 4: Arizona or Florida 

A mix of Arizona and Florida for today's Story Roundup.    (35:23)
September 8, 2026

Hour 3: Watch what you eat! 

More food in the U.S. is being recalled, how do we protect ourselves?    (34:42)
September 8, 2026

Hour 2: Jobs in the Copper State

ASU is now going to train manufactures and no degree? No problem!    (35:07)
September 8, 2026

Melissa Kowalski, CEO of the 100 Club and Reda Riddle-Bigler, Assistant Phoenix Fire Chief 

It's been 25 years since 9-11, today we sit down and  talk to the 100 Club and Phoenix Fire about the upcoming stair climb.   (13:00)
September 8, 2026

Hour 1: Issues

Economy, cost of living and inflation are top of mind for voters and we have your September election update.    (21:56)
September 4, 2026

Hour 4: Saving money with dupes

Trader Joe's skincare products are competing against high-end brands.    (31:44)
September 4, 2026

Danny Seiden, President and CEO of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce

How is Arizona's economy fairing, and what is Arizona State University doing right? Danny Seiden joins the show to explain.   (14:23)
September 4, 2026

Barry Markson, KTAR Legal Analyst

Barry explains the latest with the Lindsay Clancy trial.   (09:28)
September 4, 2026

Hour 3: Going past airport gate

You can now go pass security without a ticket.   (33:25)
September 4, 2026

Hour 2: Where's the beef?

The Department of Justice is investigating eight grocery chains over beef prices. What will investigators find?   (26:01)
September 4, 2026

Robert Anglen, Investigative Reporter with AZ Central

The latest on the ASU hockey player in a coma after an intense workout.   (13:50)
September 4, 2026

Hour 1: Traveling for Labor Day

With the holiday weekend here, Krisitn Bentz updates us on the surge in gas prices, so you know what to expect when you're on the road.    (20:50)
September 3, 2026

Hour 4: Start them young

Find out what the young folk are doing nowadays in today's story roundup.    (35:26)
September 3, 2026

Hour 3: Election update

We have the party agendas if they win the majorities and a new mail-in ballot proposed by the GOP.    (33:50)
September 3, 2026

Luke Lapinski, Arizona Sports Host "Homeruns with Broomhead"

Is the Katel drama over? We talk baseball with Arizona Sports host Luke Lapinski for "Homeruns with Broomhead".    (08:00)
September 3, 2026

Hour 2: Fired Phoenix police update

We now have the disciplinary records to comb through, but what will happen next?    (32:24)
September 3, 2026

Hour 1: We love labor

The U.S. Secretary of Labor stopped by the studio this hour to talk about the labor force and how Arizona is doing.    (24:13)
September 3, 2026

U.S. Secretary of Labor Keith Sonderling

How is the labor market doing in our state? We get a visit from the U.S. Secretary of Labor in studio to talk about his visit to Arizona and why it's a critical part of the workforce.    (14:25)
September 2, 2026

Hour 4: Who would do such a thing?

You won't believe what happened to this beloved icon's Hollywood Walk of Fame star after her death. Find out more in today's story round up.     (34:36)
September 2, 2026

Hour 3: Closing Asylum loopholes

The Trump administration is enforcing VISA time limits and addressing birth tourism.    (34:46)
September 2, 2026

Danny Seiden, President of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce

It's time to address the elephant in the room, data centers. How bad or good, are they? We talk to Danny Seiden, President and CEO of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce all about them.    (11:58)
September 2, 2026

Hour 2: Meta changes

Following a major settlement, Meta released a statement outlining changes to usage limits for children. The company also called on its peer social media companies to take similar action.   (34:14)
September 2, 2026

Hour 1: New Pay-to-Play questions

Lawmakers are asking for evidence against the Governor in the Pay-to-Play scheme.    (21:35)
September 1, 2026

Hour 4: I'm Batman 

A barrage of wild stories in today's story roundup   (34:52)
September 1, 2026

Hour 3: Too much in taxes 

Even the left likes tax cuts and some details on the Venezuela deal.   (35:08)
September 1, 2026

Hour 2: Traffic

Traffic deaths in Arizona are down for the 3rd year in a row. What's leading to the decrease and how to keep it going.    (34:10)
September 1, 2026

Sine Kerr, candidate for lieutenant governor of Arizona 

After the pay to play scheme investigation is over, what do Governor Katie Hobbs opponents have to say? We talk to candidate for Lieutenant Governor Sine Kerr about her stance.   (13:27)
September 1, 2026

Arizona Congressman David Schweikert

A firsthand account of the devastating flooding in the Grand Canyon from and Arizona Congressman that was there rafting the Colorado river.    (10:24)
September 1, 2026

Hour 1: Ketel

Fans booed Ketel Marte as he made his return to the diamond   (22:00)
August 31, 2026

Hour 4: Odd job requirement

Well that's odd, find out what on today's story roundup.    (34:41)