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Arizona Highways Podcast

Steve Goldstein, Robert Stieve

Booking Overview

An interview-led regional travel and natural-history show focused on exploring Arizona, its public lands, conservation issues, and the making of Arizona Highways Magazine; it typically features subject-matter experts, authors, nonprofit leaders, and experienced contributors. Credible pitches include Arizona-focused authors, geologists, environmental scientists, conservation advocates, outdoor historians, and natural-resource professionals with strong expertise or a timely book or project. Booking difficulty is medium because guests generally need substantial subject authority and a clear connection to Arizona or the Southwest.

Metrics

Episodes: 36

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 243.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

editor@arizonahighways.com

kvaughn@azdot.gov

azhighwayspodcast@gmail.com

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Host

Steve Goldstein - Podcast host and interviewer covering Arizona’s natural beauty, outdoor subjects, and the work of Arizona Highways Magazine.

Robert Stieve - Editor-in-chief of Arizona Highways Magazine and podcast co-host covering Arizona exploration, natural history, and the making of the publication.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Recognized expertise in Arizona’s geology, ecology, conservation, outdoor history, adventure, or cultural landscape; authors with relevant books; nonprofit leaders; or established contributors with direct knowledge of the subject.
Required Achievements:  
Published books on Arizona, the Southwest, nature, or outdoor subjects, Leadership of relevant conservation or environmental organizations, Recognized professional expertise in geology, ecology, or natural-resource management, Substantial field experience or established contributions to Arizona-focused journalism and outdoor coverage

Recent Guest Discussions

Annette McGivney - The Deaths At A Fraudulent Native American Sweat Lodge In Central Arizona And The Investigation Detailed In Plastic Shaman.

Wayne Ranney - The Causes And Effects Of A Deadly Flood In Bright Angel Canyon In The Grand Canyon.

Claire Musser - Mexican Gray Wolf Recovery And Efforts To Bring Wolves Back To Their Native Habitat In Northern Arizona.

Craig Childs - A Bicycle Journey To One Of North America’s Darkest Places And The Natural Environment Encountered There.

Heather Hansman - Georgie White, A Pioneering Grand Canyon River Guide, And The History Of Women In Outdoor Adventure.

Recent Topics

Travel, Outdoor Recreation, Arizona, Grand Canyon, Conservation

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Arizona Highways Podcast
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FATAL DISASTER AT A SEDONA SWEAT LODGE

September 29, 2026

In Episode 36 of the “Arizona Highways” podcast, host Steve Goldstein and editor Robert Stieve talk with longtime contributor Annette McGivney, whose new book, “Plastic Shaman,” investigates the deaths of three people at a phony Native American sweat lodge in Central Arizona.

A DEADLY FLOOD IN THE GRAND CANYON

September 03, 2026

In this special episode of the “Arizona Highways” podcast, host Steve Goldstein and “Arizona Highways” editor Robert Stieve talk with world-renowned geologist Wayne Ranney about the causes and effects of the deadly flood that slammed Bright Angel Canyon on August 29, 2026. Editor’s Note: In this podcast we refer to water gauges in Bright Angel Canyon. They were installed by USGS Arizona Water Science at the request of the Grand Canyon National Park.

BRINGING WOLVES TO THE GRAND CANYON

August 31, 2026

In Episode 34 of the Arizona Highways”podcast, host Steve Goldstein and Arizona Highways editor Robert Stieve talk with Claire Musser, the executive director of the Grand Canyon Wolf Recovery Project, a nonprofit dedicated to bringing Mexican gray wolves back to their native habitat in Northern Arizona.

Frequently asked questions

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Arizona Highways Podcast
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How do I get in touch with Arizona Highways Podcast?

Arizona Highways Podcast is hosted by Steve Goldstein and Robert Stieve. Its publicly listed emails are editor@arizonahighways.com, kvaughn@azdot.gov, and azhighwayspodcast@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Arizona Highways Podcast?

The publicly listed emails for Arizona Highways Podcast: editor@arizonahighways.com, kvaughn@azdot.gov, and azhighwayspodcast@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Arizona Highways Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates Arizona Highways Podcast reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Arizona Highways Podcast?

Arizona Highways Podcast typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Recognized expertise in Arizona’s geology, ecology, conservation, outdoor history, adventure, or cultural landscape; authors with relevant books; nonprofit leaders; or established contributors with direct knowledge of the subject. Common among recent guests: Published books on Arizona, the Southwest, nature, or outdoor subjects; Leadership of relevant conservation or environmental organizations; Recognized professional expertise in geology, ecology, or natural-resource management. Recent guests include Annette McGivney, Wayne Ranney, and Claire Musser.

How hard is it to get booked on Arizona Highways Podcast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Arizona Highways Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Travel, Outdoor Recreation, Arizona, Grand Canyon, and Conservation. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

editor@arizonahighways.com

kvaughn@azdot.gov

azhighwayspodcast@gmail.com

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