What's Up Yuma?

Hadley Mallahan, principal of Gila Mountain Christian Academy, and De'Maris Young, PTO lead, talk about expanding the school into a full elementary program.

Suzanne Edais talks about building a space where local vendors, food, and culture come together, plus what to expect at the upcoming Cinco de Mayo Night Fiesta.

Joe Aiello shares how a simple fundraiser turned into a growing local pizza business honoring his mother’s legacy.

Melanie Ruiz Lopez and Saghey Barcenas, co-hosts of Siendo Primero (Being First), share their experiences as first-generation college students at Arizona Western College.

David Power talks about faith, persistence, the journey that led him to planting Church México in the Sonoran Desert and his ministry's impact across Northern Mexico.

Hilary Mulherin and Jenna Ferrar talk about their work with the Humane Society of Yuma and helping give vulnerable animals a second chance.

Cristtian Yllescas, owner of Mariscos La Apoma, shares how he turned a pandemic idea into one of Yuma’s growing food spots.

Ricardo from Yuma Dispensary join Joe Figueroa and Justin Patane from Street Villainz Car Club to talk about the Show & Shine happening Sunday, April 19th. The event brings together cars, community, music, vendors, merch, freebies, and networking, creating a positive space for people to connect and celebrate Yuma’s strong car culture.

Our first guest is a radio veteran with nearly 40 years of experience in broadcasting, voice work, and live entertainment. From starting broadcasting school in 1988 in Tigard, Oregon to working in markets ranging from major cities to towns of just a few thousand people, his career includes interviews with country, pop, and rock artists, voice work for major companies, club hosting, and even an unexpected connection to the Howard Stern Show. He also worked alongside Jonny Porter at 95.1 KTTI and 100.9 The River under El Dorado Broadcasters. Today we talk about how radio has evolved and what keeps the passion alive after four decades in the industry.