Kaely Monahan
@kaelymonahan.bsky.social
Award-winning Podcast Producer @usatoday | Reviewer of movies | Cat enthusiast | Cactus junkie | Just a desert queen looking for A/C.
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Time to get creepy. Check out this ghost story episode I did a few years ago at @azcentral.com -- that a listen! If you dare: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/h...
Haunted hotels and creepy campsites. Listen to these terrifying Arizona ghost stories
Podcast Episode · Valley 101 · 10/16/2023 · 33m
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October 29, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Time to get creepy. Check out this ghost story episode I did a few years ago at @azcentral.com -- that a listen! If you dare: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/h...
20 years ago, I looked at going to a small private university in Mobile, Alabama. I ended up staying in AZ and attending @uarizona.bsky.social. I always thought it was fortuitous since Hurricane Katrina slammed into Louisiana and its neighbors shortly after my freshman year began.
August 31, 2025 at 5:23 PM
20 years ago, I looked at going to a small private university in Mobile, Alabama. I ended up staying in AZ and attending @uarizona.bsky.social. I always thought it was fortuitous since Hurricane Katrina slammed into Louisiana and its neighbors shortly after my freshman year began.
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I had the honor of talking about the anniversary of the Scopes Monkey Trial on today's episode of The Excerpt. The trial kicked off in a small town in Tennessee 100 years ago today, starting what some say was the country's first culture war.
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Trump tax bill supercharges Coast Guard’s Arctic icebreaker fleet
USA TODAY National Correspondent Trevor Hughes breaks down a part of the recent tax bill that adds new ships to the Coast Guard's fleet in the Northwest Passage, and the broader context in that region...
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July 10, 2025 at 5:00 PM
I had the honor of talking about the anniversary of the Scopes Monkey Trial on today's episode of The Excerpt. The trial kicked off in a small town in Tennessee 100 years ago today, starting what some say was the country's first culture war.
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It's National Kitten Day, so it's only fitting that I reshare my episode on cats from @azcentral.com 's Valley 101. #cats #kittens
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El Jefe isn't the only famous Arizona cat. We explore 'celebri-kitties'
Podcast Episode · Valley 101 · 01/29/2024 · 1h 29m
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July 10, 2025 at 4:41 PM
It's National Kitten Day, so it's only fitting that I reshare my episode on cats from @azcentral.com 's Valley 101. #cats #kittens
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It be like that tho....
July 8, 2025 at 9:59 PM
It be like that tho....
An oldie but a goodie. Our intern did this story about fireworks in Arizona. Take a listen! #july4 www.azcentral.com/story/news/l...
Should fireworks be illegal in Arizona? Your neighbor might think so
Arizonans have mixed opinions on fireworks that should be banned and the times they should be used. Valley 101 explores the law and more.
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July 3, 2025 at 10:44 PM
An oldie but a goodie. Our intern did this story about fireworks in Arizona. Take a listen! #july4 www.azcentral.com/story/news/l...
Is it "cool" to be Catholic right now? It is seeing a boost in popularity, but does that translate to true faith? Interesting questions to ponder. @ewtnews.bsky.social #Catholic
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Is Catholicism Cool Right Now? | EWTN News In Depth June 20, 2025
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June 25, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Is it "cool" to be Catholic right now? It is seeing a boost in popularity, but does that translate to true faith? Interesting questions to ponder. @ewtnews.bsky.social #Catholic
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The 50th anniversary of "Jaws" is coming up! Check out this fun story I produced for the 45th -- it still holds up!
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How 2 Notes In 'Jaws' Can Create Such An Emotional Effect
The Hollywood classic “Jaws” turns 45 this year. And, that means, so does its iconic score. So, this got us wondering, why does music have such an emotional effect on us? The Show talked to Don Traut,...
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June 17, 2025 at 11:51 PM
The 50th anniversary of "Jaws" is coming up! Check out this fun story I produced for the 45th -- it still holds up!
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Spaceballs 2 | Announcement
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June 12, 2025 at 11:38 PM
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In light of the tragedy that happened at the Palm Springs fertility clinic, it seems strangely apropos to share The Excerpt episode on the rise of pronatalism that aired on Sunday. Learn what it is and who's supporting the trend here: youtu.be/syyiZW_wnMI
Has the pronatalism movement gone mainstream? | The Excerpt
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May 19, 2025 at 8:17 PM
In light of the tragedy that happened at the Palm Springs fertility clinic, it seems strangely apropos to share The Excerpt episode on the rise of pronatalism that aired on Sunday. Learn what it is and who's supporting the trend here: youtu.be/syyiZW_wnMI
Mental health is so important and more broadly recognized and accepted. As such, I've seen, anecdotally, a rise in popularity of St. Dymphna. May 15 is her feast day. You can learn more about this Irish saint here: tinyurl.com/2xjbcsr6
Anxious or Depressed? Turn to Saint Dymphna: 7 Things to Know About the Patron of Mental Afflictions
Today, many Catholics look to St. Dymphna as a model of faith and courage, praying to her for protection, healing, and peace in difficult times.
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May 19, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Mental health is so important and more broadly recognized and accepted. As such, I've seen, anecdotally, a rise in popularity of St. Dymphna. May 15 is her feast day. You can learn more about this Irish saint here: tinyurl.com/2xjbcsr6
Please listen to today's Excerpt. The plight of Gazans is becoming ever more dire. We spoke to a humanitarian org to hear the latest on the situation: open.spotify.com/episode/4nIx...
A humanitarian aid crisis in Gaza
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May 16, 2025 at 6:35 PM
Please listen to today's Excerpt. The plight of Gazans is becoming ever more dire. We spoke to a humanitarian org to hear the latest on the situation: open.spotify.com/episode/4nIx...
Super excited for the pro women's baseball league, but I learned so much about the history of women's baseball in this story. Discover it here! youtu.be/aDq5FlS1iuo?... #baseball #womenssports
In baseball, women will soon have a league of their own | The Excerpt
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May 4, 2025 at 9:40 PM
Super excited for the pro women's baseball league, but I learned so much about the history of women's baseball in this story. Discover it here! youtu.be/aDq5FlS1iuo?... #baseball #womenssports
As I blow my nose for the umpteenth time.... allergies are gett worse, y'all. Here's why: www.youtube.com/watch?v=SOHZ...
You're not crazy. Allergy season is getting worse. | The Excerpt
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April 16, 2025 at 6:17 PM
As I blow my nose for the umpteenth time.... allergies are gett worse, y'all. Here's why: www.youtube.com/watch?v=SOHZ...
This op-ed gave me a lot to think about. Women shouldn't be tearing down women, regardless of whether they're opposites of each other.
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I'm tired of being mocked and hated because I'm a conservative woman | Opinion
In mainstream media, women like me are portrayed through a singular lens: Our conservative beliefs. As such, we are easy to hate, mock and scorn.
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April 1, 2025 at 5:17 PM
This op-ed gave me a lot to think about. Women shouldn't be tearing down women, regardless of whether they're opposites of each other.
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Just thinking about what the US looked like before the EPA existed
March 13, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Just thinking about what the US looked like before the EPA existed
True crime is not my beat. It's hard for me to stomach. But I got my chance to produce a piece about a man on death row who might be innocent. Here's that vodcast:
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David Leonard Wood says he's innocent. His execution is now in 4 days. | The Excerpt
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March 14, 2025 at 12:38 AM
True crime is not my beat. It's hard for me to stomach. But I got my chance to produce a piece about a man on death row who might be innocent. Here's that vodcast:
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It's Black History Month, so I wanted to share this great conversation I had with Black leaders, thinkers, and conservators about Phoenix and Arizona's Black history -- and whether or not it's being erased: www.azcentral.com/story/news/l... #blackhistorymonth #podcast
Is Arizona erasing Black history? These leaders say contributions 'systemically oppressed'
There's a wealth of African American history in Arizona. But few Arizonans know about it. Valley 101 explores if there is an erasure of Black history.
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February 13, 2025 at 6:46 PM
It's Black History Month, so I wanted to share this great conversation I had with Black leaders, thinkers, and conservators about Phoenix and Arizona's Black history -- and whether or not it's being erased: www.azcentral.com/story/news/l... #blackhistorymonth #podcast
More from Washington: The Associate Press is being barred from the Oval Office. Read more here: www.ap.org/the-definiti...
AP statement on Oval Office access | The Associated Press
The Associated Press issued this statement on Tuesday from Executive Editor Julie Pace: As a global news organization, The Associated Press informs
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February 11, 2025 at 10:39 PM
More from Washington: The Associate Press is being barred from the Oval Office. Read more here: www.ap.org/the-definiti...
Two weeks in and Trump is making good on his promises. Remains to be seen how Americans will react.
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President Trump's stunning start: Reshape the government, remake the world
Forget the first 100 days. In the first 17, Trump has moved with a velocity faster than any modern president. Here are five lessons learned.
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February 6, 2025 at 12:06 AM
Two weeks in and Trump is making good on his promises. Remains to be seen how Americans will react.
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Bingham started doing these drawings two days after the fires began. She realized she couldn’t afford to donate to all of her friend’s recovery funds. So she put out a call on Instagram asking people to send her pictures of their homes, which she'd draw for free. via @kcrw.com
An artist gifts 1,000 drawings of homes destroyed by fires
One artist’s offer to create free portraits of homes destroyed in the Palisades and Eaton Fires generated hundreds of requests.
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January 22, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Bingham started doing these drawings two days after the fires began. She realized she couldn’t afford to donate to all of her friend’s recovery funds. So she put out a call on Instagram asking people to send her pictures of their homes, which she'd draw for free. via @kcrw.com
Derp. Guess I better check my bill.
The company says it added 19 million new subscribers during the last quarter of 2024, fueled by live events and new shows. Netflix is also raising subscriptions by $1 to $2 per month in the U.S.
Netflix raises monthly fees after a record jump in new subscribers
The company says it added 19 million new subscribers during the last quarter of 2024, fueled by live events and new shows. Netflix is also raising subscriptions by $1 to $2 per month in the U.S.
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January 22, 2025 at 10:38 PM
Derp. Guess I better check my bill.
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Marco Rubio, President Donald Trump’s new secretary of state, spoke by phone with his counterpart in Mexico on Tuesday, according to Mexico’s president.
New Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks with counterpart in Mexico shortly after confirmation
Rubio was the first of President Trump’s cabinet picks to be confirmed. His mandate now is to advance Trump’s priorities abroad, including border policies that require cooperation with Mexico.
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January 22, 2025 at 10:27 PM
Marco Rubio, President Donald Trump’s new secretary of state, spoke by phone with his counterpart in Mexico on Tuesday, according to Mexico’s president.
To date, this is my favorite story I've worked on so far for The Excerpt. Please watch (or listen!) to this heartwarming couple's love story: #TheExcerpt #vodcast @usatoday.com youtu.be/pmk5_4d7EYk?...
Love, marriage and disability | The Excerpt
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January 22, 2025 at 10:24 PM
To date, this is my favorite story I've worked on so far for The Excerpt. Please watch (or listen!) to this heartwarming couple's love story: #TheExcerpt #vodcast @usatoday.com youtu.be/pmk5_4d7EYk?...