America is celebrating 250 years of history, progress, challenges and achievement. In this special edition of “What Happened in AZ,” hosts from several Arizona PBS productions join us to share their hopes for the future of our nation.
Drawing from their unique experiences and perspectives, these Arizona storytellers reflect on the values, opportunities and aspirations that can help guide America into its next 250 years. From strengthening communities and expanding educational opportunities to embracing innovation and fostering understanding across diverse backgrounds, each host offers thoughtful insights on what gives them hope for the future.
As we commemorate this historic milestone, this conversation invites viewers to consider not only where America has been, but where it is headed. The voices featured highlight the power of civic engagement, cultural connection, resilience and optimism in shaping the nation’s future.
“What Happened in AZ?” continues its mission of exploring the stories, issues and people impacting Arizona and beyond. This anniversary special serves as both a reflection on our shared history and an inspiring look ahead at the possibilities that await future generations.
Join us as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday, and hear from trusted Arizona PBS hosts about their vision for a stronger, more united and more hopeful future.
Each Friday we’ll be sharing a peek into the past that shows what life was like here, in what’s now Arizona, at the time of the American Revolution ahead of the semiquincentennial or 250th anniversary of the United States.
Stay tuned to learn more about “What Happened in AZ?” each week.
Corporate funding for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by The Better Angels Society and its members Jeannie and Jonathan Lavine with the Crimson Lion Foundation; and the Blavatnik Family Foundation. Major funding was also provided by David M. Rubenstein; The Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Family Foundation; Lilly Endowment Inc.; and the following Better Angels Society members: Eric and Wendy Schmidt; Stephen A. Schwarzman; and Kenneth C. Griffin with Griffin Catalyst. Additional support for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by: The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations; The Pew Charitable Trusts; Gilbert S. Omenn and Martha A. Darling; Park Foundation; and the following Better Angels Society members: Gilchrist and Amy Berg; Perry and Donna Golkin; The Michelson Foundation; Jacqueline B. Mars; Kissick Family Foundation; Diane and Hal Brierley; John H. N. Fisher and Jennifer Caldwell; John and Catherine Debs; The Fullerton Family Charitable Fund; Philip I. Kent; Gail Elden; Deborah and Jon Dawson; David and Susan Kreisman; The McCloskey Family Charitable Trust; Becky and Jim Morgan; Carol and Ned Spieker; Mark A. Tracy; and Paul and Shelley Whyte. THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was made possible, in part, with support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.
