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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 05/10/2026

Everyone has a health care story. Mon Oct 26 at Grand Canyon University, Arizonans tell theirs, then Heather Carter of Health Choice Arizona and former Rep. Lorenzo Sierra take the system apart. $10, free for members and students (code AZSTUDENT). go.aztalks.org/pz-3ynjra4

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 04/10/2026

A month on, Jon Riches' Voices essay on the cage-free egg case still raises a question worth sitting with: how much policymaking power should agencies have without legislative sign-off? go.aztalks.org/pz-t5n949p

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 29/09/2026

Jered Scrivner argues most candidates are more likely to lose than win, so campaign like it, on your actual convictions, not borrowed ones. New on Voices. go.aztalks.org/pz-g6q57kt

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 24/09/2026

Before they were decorations, monsters were warnings. Thu Oct 15, Emily Zarka of PBS Monstrum on where our most enduring monsters came from. Third Thursday, 6 PM at Phantom Fox Beer Company in Mesa. $15, free for members. go.aztalks.org/pz-vg7gg2b

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 17/09/2026

Happy Constitution Day. Tonight, 6 PM, Empire Scottsdale: why was it written at all? Katherine Thrailkill sets up the 1780s, then the floor opens. $15, free for members. go.aztalks.org/pz-vq8u23p

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 17/09/2026

Clint Bolick argues that four constitutional principles (due process, federalism, free speech, separation of powers) are the guardrails that make American disagreement survivable. A fitting read for Constitution Day. go.aztalks.org/pz-dsqz72y

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 15/09/2026

Thursday, 6 PM at Empire Scottsdale: Constitution Day. Katherine Thrailkill on why a generation that had just thrown off one strong central government decided to build another. $15, free for members. go.aztalks.org/pz-skyxwbb

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 15/09/2026

Tonight, 5:30 PM: The Issues That Matter, a KTAR News town hall on the November ballot propositions, at Western Spirit in Scottsdale. Free, and there's still room. go.aztalks.org/pz-uvbu393

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 13/09/2026

This Tuesday, 5:30 PM: The Issues That Matter, a KTAR News town hall on the November ballot propositions, at Western Spirit in Scottsdale. Free with registration. go.aztalks.org/pz-tvgffrd

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 11/09/2026

Worth a second look: Jon Riches argues a cage-free egg dispute in Arizona is a proxy fight over how much lawmaking power state agencies should have. go.aztalks.org/pz-7ff35t9

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 10/09/2026

Constitution Day, one week out: most conversations cover what the document says. Ours asks why it exists at all. Katherine Thrailkill sets up the 1780s, then the floor opens. Thu Sep 17, 6 PM, Empire Scottsdale. $15, free for members. go.aztalks.org/pz-v6gn3ks

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 09/09/2026

Blake Sacha's case for Arizona election reform: the current system produces leaders accountable to single-digit percentages of voters. He argues for open primaries, top-five advancement, and instant runoff as structural fixes. go.aztalks.org/pz-2ujrj82

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 08/09/2026

One week out: KTAR News hosts The Issues That Matter, a town hall on the November ballot propositions, moderated by LaDona Harvey, Jim Sharpe, and Mike Broomhead. Tue Sep 15, 5:30 PM, Western Spirit in Scottsdale. Free with registration. go.aztalks.org/pz-7er33t7

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 08/09/2026

Rudy Cota III on ranked choice voting and jungle primaries: the promise is moderation, he argues, but Alaska's experience shows a system that erased thousands of ballots and elected a candidate 60 percent of voters didn't choose. go.aztalks.org/pz-eekgwh8

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 04/09/2026

Jon Riches on a cage-free egg lawsuit that he argues is actually about separation of powers: can an agency make policy the Legislature never authorized? go.aztalks.org/pz-kh4dejt

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 04/09/2026

Janeen Connolly held open town halls across LD 8 where anyone could ask anything. Fifty-five people came to the final meeting, she writes, without one moment of incivility. Her measure for every bill: good for some, or good for all? go.aztalks.org/pz-d64hzhy

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 04/09/2026

Fall at Arizona Talks starts in two weeks, with a seat for you at every one of these: a KTAR News town hall on the ballot, three Third Thursdays, a health care story night at GCU, and a year-end toast to the Bill of Rights. Members save on every ticketed night. go.aztalks.org/pz-eqm2643

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 01/09/2026

Joe Barba argues Arizona's education debate skips the years before kindergarten. He writes that a child who shows up ready to learn is far more likely to stay on track, and a parent with reliable child care far more likely to stay employed. go.aztalks.org/pz-ccu2y4x

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 28/08/2026

Beth Lewis and Marisol Garcia make the case for reining in Arizona's universal ESA vouchers: 39 public schools closed since 2022, a billion-dollar program, minimal oversight. go.aztalks.org/pz-9tg77b2

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 25/08/2026

Jenny Clark on Arizona's ESA program from a parent's view: her kids' dyslexia diagnoses, the wait times in public school evaluations, and why she argues a proposed ballot measure would hurt families like hers. go.aztalks.org/pz-qqe7c7h

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 21/08/2026

Analise Ortiz argues cities have more power than they realize when federal detention plans come to town, pointing to local officials in Maryland and Missouri who used permits and moratoriums to push back. Her piece on the proposed ICE facility in Surprise. go.aztalks.org/pz-hh48k3y

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 18/08/2026

John Kavanagh argues U.S. immigration laws balance fairness with enforcement, offering generous legal pathways while respecting those who wait their turn. go.aztalks.org/pz-6ft9rwr

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 17/08/2026

Blake Sacha argued last week that Arizona's election system needs structural reform, not incremental fixes. His proposal: open primaries, top-five advancement, instant runoff. Points to Alaska as proof of concept. go.aztalks.org/pz-md8q4t2

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 14/08/2026

Zachary Milne's take on Arizona housing: the crisis is structural. Half as many homes built post-recession, 106 permitting jurisdictions, idle state land. That's what's driving prices, he argues. go.aztalks.org/pz-985taeb

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 11/08/2026

Only 48 of Arizona's roughly 560 high schools have speech and debate teams. Nivea Krishnan, Tara Cosentino, and Richie Glover make the case that the gap is fixable, and that students need these tools. go.aztalks.org/pz-9vvmt96

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 10/08/2026

Blake Sacha argues Arizona's election system doesn't serve voters. His case: open primaries, top-five advancement, instant runoff. Points to Alaska as a working model where legislators now focus on shared priorities. go.aztalks.org/pz-28wxjah

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 06/08/2026

The best conversations don't happen by accident. They happen when people are willing to show up, listen, and engage with different perspectives. Become a member and join us at the next Arizona Talks event. Learn more at the link in bio.

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 04/08/2026

@andrewsimekaz.bsky.social: The frustration many Americans feel with government isn't an argument for cutting it further. From a Phoenix district office, he makes the case for systems that actually work. go.aztalks.org/pz-cuup6ze

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 02/08/2026

At a past Arizona Talks event, former Arizona Senator Heather Carter shared why learning to talk with people we disagree with is essential to stronger communities. Real change begins when people show up and engage. Be part of the conversation and join our email list at the link in bio.

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 30/07/2026

Joe Pitts last month: Can Phoenix become a great city without a dense core? His argument for the New American City. go.aztalks.org/pz-svdk8q3

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 29/07/2026

Engage minds. Influence culture. Be part of the conversation. Arizona Talks brings people together to explore ideas, hear new perspectives, and engage with the issues shaping Arizona. Join our email list at the link in bio for upcoming events, speaker announcements, and Arizona Talks news.

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 27/07/2026

Some conversations you plan for. Others you don't want to miss! Our email list is the best way to stay informed about upcoming Arizona Talks events, featured speakers, and the conversations happening across the state. Join our email list today at the link in bio.

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 25/07/2026

Trust may be down, but conversations still matter. In this message, Senator Mark Kelly reflects on why democracy depends on people who show up, listen, and engage with one another, even when they disagree. Arizona Talks brings people together to have those conversations. Join us and become a member.

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 23/07/2026

The conversation is just the beginning. Arizona Talks membership gives you a seat at the table alongside civic leaders, business leaders, and community members who believe thoughtful conversation can move Arizona forward. Learn more about becoming a member at the link in bio.

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 22/07/2026

Disagreement helped shape the nation. At this month's Third Thursdays, historian James Hrdlicka explored the competing ideas behind the American Revolution and why they still matter today. Join our email list at the link in bio for upcoming Arizona Talks events.

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 18/07/2026

Recently, Arizona Talks hosted our first Presidents Leadership Retreat in Sedona. Members gathered for honest conversations about leadership and democracy, including a special message from Senator Mark Kelly. Become a member at the link in bio.

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 17/07/2026

John Kavanagh argues U.S. immigration laws are fair because they balance security with generous legal pathways and were democratically established. go.aztalks.org/pz-pqdpgd6

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 16/07/2026

Every Arizona Talks event begins with a simple idea: people from different backgrounds can share the same room, ask thoughtful questions, and learn from one another. Stay connected with upcoming events and opportunities to get involved. Sign up for our email newsletter at the link in bio.

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 14/07/2026

Join Arizona Talks for an evening with James Hrdlicka, Associate Teaching Professor at Arizona State University, as we explore the competing visions, debates, and disagreements that shaped the American Revolution and continue to influence civic life today. Register at the link in bio.

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 11/07/2026

Clint Bolick on defending constitutional principles across party lines. He argues four structures are essential firewalls against tyranny: due process, federalism, free speech, and separation of powers. go.aztalks.org/pz-t6t4brb

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 11/07/2026

The Arizona Talks Civic Action Network joined community partners for America's Potluck, preparing meals for neighbors experiencing homelessness and food insecurity. Thank you to everyone who volunteered and served alongside us.

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 10/07/2026

We often think of the American founding as a single story. It wasn't. Join us July 16 at Bonfire Craft Kitchen & Tap House in Tempe as historian James Hrdlicka explores the debates and competing ideas behind the American Revolution. Register at the link in bio.

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 07/07/2026

Last call to join us for America's Potluck! Join Arizona Talks' Civic Action Network this Thursday at St. Mary's Food Bank as we pack emergency food boxes and serve our community during America's Potluck, a national week of service. Space is limited. Sign up at the link in bio.

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 05/07/2026

The next generation of civic leaders is already finding its voice. Hear from Arizona Talks Civic Action Network board members Nivea and Elena on why speech and debate matters. Support Arizona students by donating today. Link in bio.

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 04/07/2026

The best conversations don't always happen on stage. They happen before the event, after the panel, and with the people standing beside you. Become an Arizona Talks member and join a community committed to thoughtful conversation. Link in bio.

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 03/07/2026

Zachary Milne argues Arizona's housing crisis isn't about Airbnbs. It's about 106 permitting systems, a post-recession building slowdown, and millions of acres of idle state land near cities. go.aztalks.org/pz-z6y5jwb

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 03/07/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Juneteenth & America's 250th. Through live music, personal stories, and civil dialogue, we reflected on our shared history and the conversations that help shape what comes next. Join us at an upcoming Arizona Talks event. Link in bio.

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 29/06/2026

Arizona Talks and the Civic Action Network were featured by KTAR News for efforts to expand speech and debate opportunities for Arizona students. We're proud to support the next generation of communicators, leaders, and civic participants. Read more at the link in bio.

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 26/06/2026

On June 18, we gathered at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church for Juneteenth & America's 250th. Through personal stories and civil dialogue, we reflected on the promise of liberty and the future we hope to build together. Join us at an upcoming Arizona Talks event. Link in bio.

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Arizona Talks @arizonatalks.org · 25/06/2026

Strong communities are built through conversation and action. Join Arizona Talks' Civic Action Network for America's Potluck, a national week of service with two volunteer opportunities in Phoenix. Help support neighbors across our community. Sign up at the link in bio.

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