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Sounds,15 May 2025,38 mins

How to Survive the Desert: Phoenix to Las Vegas

American History Hit

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How did cities grow in America's largest and hottest desert? How did the rivers of the Southwest shape its history? Don is joined by Kyle Paoletta, author of American Oasis, to explore the complex and diverse history of the Southwest. Edited by Aiden Lonergan, produced by Sophie Gee, Senior Producer is Charlotte Long.

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