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How did Christown Spectrum get its name?

Jun 21, 202111 min
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Episode description

The history behind the Christown Spectrum name spurred Valley 101 listener David Thelen to ask: “What is the background and history of the man who served as the inspiration of the part of Phoenix named after him?” In this week's episode of Valley 101, a podcast from The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com, we’re diving into Christown’s namesake and the cultural impact the mall had on Phoenix after opening in 1961. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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