PHOENIX (3TV/CBS 5) — Almost from the very beginning, Good Morning, Arizona has become a mainstay of morning television throughout Arizona. And right from the beginning, there were the two main actors, Jodi Applegate and Dan Davis. Royal Norman, who also helped launch the show, had the opportunity to catch up with Jodi and Dan and that conversation is the subject of this week's Beyond The Green Screen.
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Mike Watkiss vs. the World:Mike Watkiss is a legendary Channel 3 reporter who has done everything from prosecuting OJ Simpson to exposing Warren Jeffs and the FLDS. He was on the scene in New York in the days following 9/11 and covered the trial of Oklahoma City bomber Timothy McVeigh. Mike even loved chasing storms! In this edition of Beyond the Green Screen, Royal Norman catches up with Mike to share memories and life updates.
Can Saguaros Predict the Weather?:Saguaros are sentinels of the desert, with a lifespan of more than 150 years and reaching heights of more than 50 feet. Yet little is known about how the saguaro will survive and adapt to an increasingly hot and dry climate. Meteorologist Royal Norman spoke with saguaro expert Don Swann, a biologist at Saguaro National Park in Tucson.
How Maricopa County Flood Control Saves Lives: Maricopa County Flood Control wants to save your property and your life. Founded in the late 1950s, Flood Control’s sole mission was to limit flood damage in the desert. Over 60 years, the organization has grown to become one of the best flood control districts in the country, serving a county larger than seven individual states, including Massachusetts and New Jersey. Dan Henz of County Flood Control explains how he was born to be a meteorologist.
Summer Gardening Tips: Master Gardener Angela Judd returns to the show to recap the spring growing season and share tips on what to grow during Arizona's hot summer. Learn more about Angela at growinginthegarden.com
List of Things to Do in Arizona in April:Just in time for the summer travel season, First Alert Meteorologist April Warnecke shares exploration ideas, from her Good Morning Arizona franchise “April’s Arizona Bucket List.” She shares her favorite road trips, hikes, hotels, and small towns. April also interviews Chief Meteorologist and Arizona legend Royal Norman on his best Arizona exploration stories from his decades at AZFamily.
The Impact of Climate Change on Baseball:The Earth's changing climate is impacting nearly every aspect of sports, including baseball. Royal Norman speaks with Stanford University's Christopher Callahan about his research into how global warming is impacting America's pastime.
What does a mountain rescue with Phoenix Fire include?:The Phoenix Fire Department responded to 199 mountain rescues last year. So far in 2024, they’ve responded to 14 in January, 20 in February, and over 20 in March. In 2021, the City of Phoenix launched a pilot program that closed popular hiking trails like Camelback Mountain and Piestewa on extremely hot days from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. That program was fully implemented in 2022, and last year, they extended the closing hours to 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. year-round. Phoenix Fire Captain Bobby Dubnow talked about what goes into their training for these types of rescues and looked at the difference between mountain rescue calls at different times of the year.
A Guide to Arizona's Easiest, Most Difficult, Most Beautiful, and Most Unique Hiking Trails:Arizona has some great hiking trails, from Southern Arizona to the Valley to Flagstaff. This time of year, many people want to try new hikes while the weather is still nice. Holly Bock spoke with a few avid hikers who have done it all. They have suggestions for those who are just starting out and don't want anything too challenging, or for those who want to push themselves and try something new.
How to make your vehicle allergy-free:It seems like allergy season is here again, and our wetter and warmer-than-average weather this year has made everything bloom. But did you know you can create an “allergy-free zone” in your car with a few simple tricks? First Alert meteorologist Sean Mclaughlin talks with auto repair expert Glen Hayward of Good Works Auto Repair in Tempe about how to find and change your cabin air filter, what to set your air conditioner to, and why that free hand wipe at your local car wash will become your new best friend.
Why do we have dates for the Arizona Monsoon?:In 2008, the National Weather Service decided to have the Arizona monsoon begin each summer on June 15 and end on September 30. Before that, forecasters monitored dew points and looked for three consecutive days of dew points of 55 degrees or higher to decide that “the monsoon had arrived” for the year. Tony Haffer, who spearheaded the change, was the National Weather Service office manager in Phoenix at the time and spoke with Royal Norman on the latest episode of the First Alert Beyond the Green Screen podcast.
The importance of climate information:Climate Central is a nonprofit organization that bridges the gap between climate science and communicators. In this episode, meteorologist Royal Norman talks with Climate Central’s Senior Scientist, Kaitlyn Trudeau, about the importance of making climate information accessible.
Why mountain snow is important for the valley:SRP meteorologists conduct snowpack surveys to determine how much water will be in reservoirs. In a recent study, they found that snowpack appears to be significant across the state. They conduct these surveys to prepare for floods and plan for droughts. Holly Bock spoke with SRP meteorologist Bo Svoma about what they learned from their recent snowpack study and what it means for our reservoirs in the years to come.
Arizona Spring Planting Season: The First Alert Weather team talks about growing vegetables in deserts, from beginners to experts. Royal Norman spoke with Master Gardener Angela Judd, who lives in Mesa, about what you should be planting now before the heat sets in. Learn more about Angela's incredible work at Growinginthegarden.com
Where do these weather warnings come from?:Royal Norman welcomes Tom Frieders to the studio. He is the warning coordination meteorologist for the National Weather Service, and they discuss the process of issuing severe weather warnings throughout the state.
Why Phoenix Issues Excessive Heat Warnings:Phoenix has always had hot summers. In 1990, we recorded a high of 122 degrees. But we never had heat warnings until 2008. Find out why we didn't have them and why we have them now with veteran forecaster Paul Iñiguez.
Could worms help save the planet?:We spoke with Zach Brooks, owner of Arizona Worm Farm in south Phoenix, and he was as surprised as everyone else at the value of his worms.
Phoenix's Growing Heat Problem:Phoenix is getting hotter. Is there a way to better protect our citizens as heat-related deaths rise? David Hondula, Director of the City of Phoenix Office of Heat Response and Mitigation, joins Royal Norman to discuss.
The Christmas angel lasts all year round:Lt. Col. Ivan Wild and Marlene Klotz-Collins, the mother of the Arizona Christmas Angels program, are the guests. The program began in 1987 and is in its 37th year. 50,000 children who would not have received gifts this holiday season will receive them thanks to the generosity of Arizonans.
Was this storm really the worst ever?:How many times have we heard that a storm was the worst ever, or the worst in a century, or that temperatures were the highest ever? ASU meteorologist Randy Cerveny, author of a book on weather record myths, agrees that we shouldn't always believe those reports of the worst weather ever.
Growing Vegetables in the Desert: Mesa Master Gardener Angela Judd says yes, you can grow a garden in your Arizona backyard, even if you want to start small. Get her tips on how to design your garden, the easiest plants to plant in November and December, and the best way to care for your soil.
So you want to chase storms: Arizona storm chaser Mike Olbinski shares how he got started chasing storms and became one of the best storm chasers in the country. His work has been broadcast around the world and he was the one who really made an international splash by whipping up a dust storm in Arizona.
What's in a name?: The First Alert weather team discusses the pros and cons of what our podcast should be called. Join April Warnecke, Paul Horton, Sean McLaughlin, Holly Bock, Ian Schwartz and Royal Norman as they host the first podcast, “Beyond the Green Screen.”
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