”Valley’s Bits, Bytes & Banter”

Episode 36 - Off to Market We Go

Valley TeleCom MArketing Supervisor Jamie Wright jumps into the studio with Bob and Ralph to talk about the challenges of marketing in today's competitive atmosphere. To see the video version, visit our YouTube channel playlist by clicking on this link Valley TeleCom YouTube Playlists and "Episode 35".

Episode 35 - Down in the Valley - Gila Valley that is.

Graham County Chamber of Commerce Director Vance Bryce pays Bob and Ralph a visit at their brand new video studio to update them on what's going on in the greater Gila Valley. This show kicks off our first ever video episode. To see the video version, visit our YouTube channel playlist by clicking on this link Valley TeleCom YouTube Playlists and "Episode 35".

Episode 34 - Operating at the Speed of Light

Valley TeleCom Director of Operations Shane Thompson drops by the studio to discuss everything from the advantages of fiber optic internet to new expansion projects and shares a great story about a rattlesnake.

Episode 33 - School Daze

Our first outside guest, Animas Schools Superintendent Jeff Gephart makes a return visit with Bob and Ralph to talk about the success of their programs, students and a little about living in a dust bowl.

Episode 32 - The Games We Play

Special Guests Josh Encinas and George Tapia join Bob and Ralph and it's "Game On" as we get into it all when it comes to the world of gaming. A great episode you don't want to miss.

Episode 31 - We've Come a Long Way Baby part 2

Bob and Ralph look back and highlight some more great moments from the first 30 shows. A great episode you don't want to miss.

Episode 30 - We've Come a Long Way Baby part 1

In this special episode, Bob and Ralph sit down at the mic to share some of their favorite clips from over the past year, how the podcast got started and their passion for food

Episode 29 - Here We Go Again

Valley CEO Troy Judd drops in to give Bob and Ralph an update on what's been going on for the past year. A great episode you don't want to miss.

Episode 28 - Making the Grade: Leading a District

Willcox School District Superintendent and Business Manager Kevin Davis joins Bob and Ralph to talk about all the improvements and much needed upgrades happening throughout the district from the latest bond election approval. A great educational episode to help you expand your knowledge for sure so don't miss it.

Episode 27 - Out of the Frying Pan and Into the Fire

City of Willcox Assistant Fire Chief Patti Ackerson-Rodriguez joins us for a great conversation about fire safety at and around the home as well the challenges facing a rural-based all-volunteer fire department serving a wide range area and even wider ranging needs. This is a great episode you will want to listen to so don't miss it. 

Episode 26 - "We're Gonna Need A Bigger Boat"

Two of our favorite guests, Josh and Jacob Encinas come back and join us for a rousing discussion about Summer Blockbuster movies in a fun filled episode you wont want to miss.

Episode 25 - You can lead a Chile to water . . .

Our favorite Chile-ologist and the Godfather of Chile seeds, Ed Curry of Curry Farms joins Bob and Ralph to talk about water issues facing all of us in the Southwestern United States and in particular, Cochise County, Arizona. This is one you do not want to miss.

Episode 24 - Making the World Go Round

Bob and Ralph sit down with Valley’s Regulatory Affairs Specialist Heather Floyd and talk about the process of applying for BEAD funding, information on future fiber projects Valley is working on and how she got in trouble for violating the rules of Book Club. Don't miss this great episode.

Episode 23 - If only life were like a comic book.

Our favorite local media guru and pop culturalist David Bell joins us again to talk movies, comic books and the upcoming Arizona Fan Fest. Another great episode you don't want to miss.

Episode 22 - Get Along Little Doggie

Special guest Eddie Browning stops by to talk with Bob and Ralph about the heritage and legacy of ranching in the Sulphur Springs Valley, the new Western Heritage Center and changes to the Willcox area since growing up there. A great conversation you won't want to miss.

Episode 21 - State of the Game

Special guest Eastern Arizona College Athletic Director Paul Demuth stops by for a really great conversation with Bob and Ralph about College sports, student athletes, recruiting efforts and community support. Don't miss this fascinating episode.