KZMU Public Affairs

Lift Up continues! This KZMU storytelling project intends to deepen understanding and empathy within our community and reinforce a sense of safety and belonging for all. // Our next Lift Up storyteller is Alison Anders. They like to spend their time exploring, cooking with friends, creating art, and instigating dance parties. A passionate outdoor educator and environmental steward, Alison finds pu...

The Butch Cassidies is an eclectic folk rock band out of Moab, known for its original songs, rich harmonies and upbeat vibes. The band members, Emily Cox, Trista Winder and Lisa Hathaway met on stage at the Blu Pig in December, 2022 and have been performing together ever since. Emily, the band’s primary songwriter, has been writing original songs, playing guitar and performing solo and in small ba...

Have you ever wondered...what are the ins/outs of getting an accessory dwelling unit in Moab? The Moab Area Housing Task Force has the workshop for you! Guests Laura Harris and Noelle Gignoux discuss the 'ADU 101' event coming up on Wednesday. And later (12:00) Grand County School District's Jeremy Spaulding tells us all about the new Thunderbird's Nest, aka a 'freestore' for middle schoolers. Soo...

The principles of harm reduction are grounded in respect, dignity and compassion. Learn more about the concept - and its practice - on the latest This Week in Moab, from guest Nara Bopp of Moab Regional Hospital's Recovery Center (15:00). And later, Grand County Economic Development & Tourism Director August Granath joins the program to discuss economic diversification spending and upcoming events...

The latest Art Talks has a rundown of the many upcoming artsy things in the Moab area. Kelley McInerney of Moab Arts discusses the Arts & Ag Market, Art Walk and much, much more. Cassie Paup of the Moab Free Concert Series talks about the musicians playing the Swanny Park stage this summer. And, we even have a few highlights on the Moab Arts Festival this Memorial Day Weekend. Tune in! // Music in...

Host of The Artist Speaks Crystal Bunch recently interviewed the artist Waldo Witt. Crystal and Witt spoke about Witt's new album, Long Daze Dark Nights. The album was released in February 2023. The pair discussed the production of the new album and what Witt has in store for the future. For more information: waldowitt.bandcamp.com

KZMU's Crystal Bunch, Host of The Artist Speaks, sat down with Alexa Dirks of Begonia to discuss her new album. Begonia released Powder Blue in February 2023 under the Birthday Cake Records label. The pair discussed what age Alexa was when she started playing music, her journey from then until now, and the production of Powder Blue. For more information: http://www.hellobegonia.com/

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and that means Radio Book Club hosts have some great book recommendations by AAPI authors; from dystopian fiction to short stories about collective delusions and a debut thriller. Plus, tune in for a discussion about a nonfiction book wrestling with great artists who have made horrible choices. And, travel to the Arctic Circle with two tal...

On the latest Chefs Adventures with Buck & Bernie, get into the real history of Cinco de Mayo. As guest Rhiana Medina of the Moab Valley Multicultural Center explains, it’s a holiday that originated out of the Battle of Puebla, fought between Mexico and France. Plus, food! Hear guest Medina and Chefs Bernard Guillas and Tim Buckingham discuss their favorites from Mexican cuisine including mole, ce...

Crystal Bunch, The Host of The Artist Speaks recently sat down virtually with Joedin and Zach of Blair Gun. They discussed the new album, Blaspheme Queen. Also discussed was the production of the album and their favorite tracks. For more about Blair Gun and to follow their journey you can visit their Bandcamp page. https://blairgun.bandcamp.com/

Grand County Sheriff Jamison Wiggins and Moab Police Chief Jared Garcia are guests on the latest This Week in Moab. They review some of the most recent high-profile incidents, including an attempted homicide along Mill Creek, a gas leak near Ruby Ranch Road and a hoax active shooter call that sent local schools into lockdown. Plus, learn more about interagency collaboration on emergency preparedne...

Curious about early Moab history? The latest History Hour is jam-packed with tales from early Moab! Guest Stephan Zacharias, History Programs Interpreter with the Moab Museum regales us with stories of postmasters, grape harvests, blue mountains and cowboys. It’s a fascinating episode, one that Moab old timers and newcomers alike will appreciate. // Stephan Zacharias leads a walking tour every Thu...

KZMU's Crystal Bunch, Host of The Artist Speaks, recently chatted with Hillary Susz. Hillary is a Kansas City, MO based artist. Hillary just dropped her new album, Sexy As Loss. The two chatted about the production of the album, when she started playing music, and so much more. For more info: https://hillarysusz.bandcamp.com/

On the latest this week in Moab, hear from Seekhaven Family Crisis & Resource Center about preventing sexual assault and violence in our relationships. Seekhaven offers a lot of prevention trainings and workshops, and guests Abi Taylor and Ariel Atkins will dig into them! Plus, Moab City is asking residents to imagine the future of our local parks. Parks, Rec, and Trails Director Annie McVay joins...

On the latest Art Talks, delve into the art of reporting and running a community newspaper. Guest Maggie McGuire is the owner, publisher and editor of the Moab Sun News. Plus, hear about USU-Moab's new welding offerings from instructor Chloe Wilson. The welding program is teaching a variety classes to folks interested in a new career or skill - even those who want to up their art game. // Music in...

KZMU's Crystal Bunch, Host of The Artist Speaks, recently interviewed Reid from Steakhouse. Steakhouse is a post punk/rock/country band from San Francisco, CA. Their New album, Amer Rouge was released in January 2023. The two chatted about the production of the album, their favorite tracks, and so much more. For more info: https://www.steakhouseband.com/

The second season of Lift Up continues! This KZMU series intends to deepen understanding and empathy within our community and reinforce a sense of safety and belonging for all. // Our next Lift Up storyteller is John Walden, an illustrator and artist who grew up in Moab. John shares his journey navigating the roads of self-discovery, telling stories of being a gay man from a small town. He embrace...

KZMU's Crystal Bunch, Host of The Artist Speaks, recently talked with Brady Parks of The National Parks. The band is a folk pop band based in Provo, Utah. The two chatted about the production of the new studio album, 8th Wonder. For more info on The National Parks: https://thenationalparksband.com/

Stories about neighbors and the places and spaces that connect us. More info and all the show notes: https://www.kzmu.org/great-tape-hello-from-the-neighborhood/

It's National Poetry Month! A chance to celebrate the expressiveness and delight of this unique literary form. On the latest Radio Book Club, hosts discuss the poems and poets they've carried with them throughout their lives, and even do a recitation or two! Tune in for a synergistic discussion, and for their latest book reviews and mentions. // Reviews & Mentions: https://www.kzmu.org/poetry-and-...

The Youth Garden Project is on the latest Chefs’ Adventures with Buck & Bernie! Guests are YGP’s produce manager Sarah and outreach & development coordinator Jessie. Tune in for a lively discussion about tomatoes! Herbs! Pests! Compost! And all the fun stuff that happens at the Youth Garden. // Youth Garden Project https://www.youthgardenproject.org // Music in this episode is Eternal Funk Palace...

The latest History Hour tells two stories of early settler history. First, the longest, most arduous pack route in the country...the Old Spanish Trail! And second, the establishment (and eventual failure) of the Elk Mountain Mission in the Moab Valley. Note, all the information and research shared on this episode is from the perspective of settlers based on their journal entries as well as books a...

It's Women's History Month! On the latest This Week in Moab we return to the first-ever 'Women's Congress for Future Generations,' held in Moab in 2012. The effort attracted prominent writers, scientists, activists and more to our corner of the planet. Hear an hour of live audio captured at Star Hall from that event with none other than public radio host Caroline Casey. // Music in this episode is...

Moab elected officials recently returned from a politicking trip to Washington D.C. Hear from Moab City Mayor Joette Langianese and Grand County Commission Chair Jacques Hadler on lobbying efforts around tailings cleanup and public lands. Plus, the Moab Valley Multicultural Center is in the midst of its March fundraiser. The MVMC's Molly Clark joins the program to talk about the programs and resou...

It's Art Talks! Tune in for a discussion about our fascination with the beauty of the night sky. Guests are Crystal White of Moab Astronomy Tours and Bryan Haile of Tom Till Tours. Learn about upcoming astronomical events, and how photographers try and capture them through their lens. // Show Notes: // Moab Astronomy Tours https://www.moabastronomytours.com // Bryan Haile Photography https://www.b...