Arts, Culture & Library Services Department

What's Up Peoria!

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This podcast gives Peoria, Arizona residents and others in our surrounding communities updates on all the events and activities going on in our city. We will also have special guests who will provide insight on some of the things happening in Peoria!

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Arts, Culture & Library Services Department

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Latest episode

Jan 25, 2026

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Episodes

What’s Up Peoria! S1E33 "Historical Podcast Series Part Five with Ron and Kathy Taylor" 26.05.2023

What's Up Peoria continues our historical podcast series with Ron and Kathy Taylor, two long time residents of Peoria, Ron and Kathy discuss their history in Peoria and give a residents perspective of historic preservation. Tune to hear how Ron and Kathy met and what they are actively farming right here in Peoria! Reach out to us at whatsuppeoria@peoriaaz.gov

What’s Up Peoria! S1E32 "Historical Podcast Series Part Four with Chris Jacques and Marylou Stephens" 19.05.2023

What's Up Peoria continues our historical podcast series with Chris Jacques, the Planning Director for the City of Peoria, Chris discusses historic preservation from the city's point of view. Tune to hear Chris's journey with the City of Peoria and why historic preservation is so important. Reach out to us at whatsuppeoria@peoriaaz.gov

What’s Up Peoria! S1E31 "Historical Podcast Series Part Three with Eva Osuna" 12.05.2023

What's Up Peoria continues our historical podcast series with community activist and former teacher Eva Osuna. Eva talks about her history in Peoria and the importance of Peoria's Historic Preservation Commission. We also discuss the Commission's role in Peoria preservation. Tune to hear Eva's wonderful stories and more on Peoria's beginnings. Reach out to us at whatsuppeoria@peoriaaz.gov

What’s Up Peoria! S1E30 "Historical Podcast Series Part Two with Marylou Stephens" 05.05.2023

What's Up Peoria continues our historical podcast series with the Arts, Culture & Library Services Director Marylou Stephens. Marylou discusses the importance of Peoria's Historic Preservation Commission and what the Commission is focused on in the future. Tune to hear about more about the Historic Preservation Commission and Peoria's wonderful history.

What’s Up Peoria! S1E29 "Maricopa County Summer Reading Program All Together Now with Payten McGinn & Jenni Gordon" 28.04.2023

What's Up Peoria discusses "All Together Now" the Maricopa Summer Reading Program with Teen Librarian Payten McGinn and and Children's Librarian Jenni Gordon. Tune in to hear about registration, prizes and programs happening this summer at our Main and Sunrise Mountain Libraries.

What’s Up Peoria! S1E28 "City of Peoria with Henry Darwin" 21.04.2023

What's Up Peoria discusses all things Peoria with our new City Manager Henry Darwin. Mr. Darwin shares his background and experience working in government and what led him to Peoria. Tune in to hear about our new Mayor and City Council's vision for the future and what we can expect from Mr. Darwin in his new role.

What’s Up Peoria! S1E27 "Library-Con with Jason Washburn & Cara Marshell" 14.04.2023

What's Up Peoria discusses The Peoria Library-Con and other Comic-Con activities with Jason and Cara. Jason discusses board games, cosplay and all things Comic-Con while Cara talks about what people can expect when the come to The Peoria Main Library-Con. Tune in to hear all about the exciting world of Comic-Con!

What’s Up Peoria! S1E26 "Historical Podcast Series Part One with Mike Fusco" 07.04.2023

What's Up Peoria kicks off our historical podcast series with the Chairman of the Historic Preservation Commission, Mike Fusco. Mike talks about his journey in Peoria and the importance of historic preservation. Tune to hear about the Historic Preservation Commission's plan to preserve Peoria's wonderful history.

What’s Up Peoria! S1E25 "Playback Arizona with Brian Sweis " 31.03.2023

What's Up Peoria discusses Playback Arizona, an improvisational theater group with Brian Sweis. Brain discusses his theater background and how Playback Arizona is making a difference in the community with their unique improvisational story telling. Tune in to learn all about Playback Arizona!

What’s Up Peoria! S1E24 "The Southwest Film Expo with Jason Marmon & Walter Schulz" 24.03.2023

What's Up Peoria discusses the Southwest Film Expo happing at the PCPA on April 6th from 10-7. Jason and Walter discuss the film industry growing in Arizona and why Peoria id the perfect choice for this type of expo. Tune in to hear the details and what to expect at the Southwest Film Expo.

Bonus episode with Dina Mathias & Susana Trasente discussing Economic Development 22.03.2023

What's Up Peoria! discusses a fun and interactive program developed by Peoria's outstanding Economic Development team. The Economic Development department has collaborated with Bandwango, a travel technology platform, to bring an experience to the city and help us highlight our business community while attracting tourism. Tune in for all of the details!

What’s Up Peoria! S1E23 "Hometown Hero Maylee Acosta" 16.03.2023

What's Up Peoria discusses the Neighborhood and Human Services Department here in the city of Peoria with Hometown Hero Maylee Acosta. Maylee talks about her journey from the Youth Advisory Board to NAU and back to Peoria as the new Community Navigator. Tune in to hear Maylee's journey!

What’s Up Peoria! S1E22 "Neighborhood & Human Services with Adam Johnson " 03.03.2023

What's Up Peoria discusses the Neighborhood and Human Services Department here in the city of Peoria. Adam Johnson joins us to discuss the tool rental program, the block party trailer and neighborhood pride. Tune to see how Peoria residents can take advantage of the wonderful services for free!

What’s Up Peoria! S1E21 "Peoria Diamond Club With Roz Shanley" 23.02.2023

What's Up Peoria discusses the the great work the Peoria Diamond Club is doing in the community. Roz talks about the Peoria Diamond Club grant program, spring training and so much more. Tune to hear about what the Diamond Club is doing for Peoria!

What’s Up Peoria! S1E20 "Spring Training with Blake Englert" 17.02.2023

What's Up Peoria discusses Spring Training, Food Stock and other events taking place at the Peoria Sports Complex over the next few months. Blake also dives into the sports complex itself and what it means to Peoria. Tune in for another great episode of What's Up Peoria!

What’s Up Peoria! S1E19 "Integrated Wellness, Stress relief and S.E.L.F with Dr. Michelle Cromwell" 10.02.2023

What's Up Peoria! discusses Integrated Wellness and S.E.L.F with Dr. Michelle Cromwell. Dr. Michelle discusses wellness, yoga, eating right and connecting mind and body. Tune in to learn some techniques to help with releveling stress and healthy living.

What’s Up Peoria! S1E18 "Light at Play with Joey Herring" 03.02.2023

What's Up Peoria! discusses Light at Play, an immersive and interactive temporary art installation and Joey also dives into art in Peoria. Tune in to get all of the latest information on art displays, available grant opportunities and how Peoria is leading the way in connecting people to art!

What’s Up Peoria! S1E17 "Local First Arizona with Thomas Barr" 27.01.2023

What's Up Peoria! discusses Local First Arizona's mission and how they help local Arizona businesses succeed. Thomas discusses farming, food and the importance of local businesses. Tune in to hear all of the wonderful things Local First Arizona does for our communities.

What’s Up Peoria! S1E16 "The Peoria Chamber of Commerce with Rhonda Carlson" 20.01.2023

What's Up Peoria! discusses non-profits, small businesses and community engagement with Rhonda Carlson the President & CEO of The Peoria Chamber of Commerce. Tune in to learn about upcoming events, how to connect with business owners and how you can get involved in all of the professional groups happening around Peoria.

What’s Up Peoria! S1E15 "Upper West Side PHX with Katie Roe and special host Marylou Stephens" 12.01.2023

Special host and director of the Peoria Arts, Culture and Library Services, interviews Katie Roe from the Upper West Side PHX group who advocates to bring meaningful businesses to north Peoria

What's Up Peoria! S1E14 "Parks discussion with Mike Elliott " 09.01.2023

What's Up Peoria discusses parks projects, water conservation and playgrounds with Park Operations and Facilities Manager Mike Elliott. Mike dives into playground refurbishments and how Parks looks to be responsible with water usage and turf reduction projects.

What's Up Peoria! S1E13 "Down The Rabbit Hole with Emmy winner Phil Wilson" 16.12.2022

What's Up Peoria discusses "Down The Rabbit Hole" a documentary by Phil Wilson shot over two years. The film cornicles the journey the TheaterWorks team undertook to stay alive during the pandemic. We also dive into Phil's other work and his journey in film making.

What's Up Peoria! S1E12 "Theater Works & The Fir Tree performance with Laura Alarcon" 08.12.2022

What's Up Peoria gets the scoop on all things Theater Works for the holiday season. We discuss The Fir Tree performances as well as "A Christmas Carol" happening now at the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts. Tune in for all the upcoming events and shows.

What's Up Peoria! S1E11 "Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest with Robert Sanders" 02.12.2022

What's Up Peoria discusses the IHELP program with Robert and the other amazing services LSS provides to those in need around the valley. Tune in to hear more about Peoria December events and Lutheran Social Services.

What's Up Peoria! S1E10 " Special Thanksgiving episode" 18.11.2022

What's Up Peoria wishes all of you a Happy Thanksgiving. Tune in to hear about some holiday events and get details on the first ever Peoria Art & Wine Festival.

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