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Idaho Matters

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Hosted by Gemma Gaudette on Boise State Public Radio News, this weekday public affairs podcast serves as a gathering place where ideas are shared, stories are told and conversations thrive. Whether you’re curious about local government, inspired by the arts or invested in your community, Idaho Matters is where the voices of Idaho come together to inform, engage and celebrate the people and places that make the Gem State unique. Send us your questions, comments or story ideas by emailing idahomatters@boisestate.edu or sending us a voicemail using the "Talk To Us" feature on the free Boise State...

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Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

HUD grant termination leaves Idaho nonprofit worried about the future 20.03.2025

Last month, the Intermountain Fair Housing Council saw their grant money cut by the new Trump administration, leaving them worried about the future. 

'Chokepoints:' An author interview with Edward Fishman 20.03.2025

Former top sanctions official Edward Fishman takes a deep dive on the Trump administration's current economic tactics.

Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: March 19, 2025 19.03.2025

The measles outbreak, which started in Texas in late January, is continuing to spread, with more than 300 cases reported across three states.

Adaptive athletes prepare to hit the slopes for a weekend of winter sports 19.03.2025

This weekend, 76 adaptive athletes will be in Idaho competing in the Challenged Athletes Foundation Winter Sports Weekend .

Deputy ambassador to Rwanda comes to Boise 19.03.2025

The country of Rwanda is still recovering from the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi. The country is going through a period of healing and recovery while rebuilding the social and political systems that collapsed during that period.

Scandalized brings you another season of political scandals 18.03.2025

The podcast Scandalized is prepping for season two and an appearance at Treefort in Boise.

Stories Unite Us: StoryCorps comes to JUMP in Boise 18.03.2025

JUMP in downtown Boise is hosting their own StoryCorps project to capture the stories of our community and archive them for posterity.

New legislation could threaten the future of Boise's Interfaith Sanctuary 17.03.2025

Two new bills in the Idaho Legislature could spell the end of the Interfaith Sanctuary homeless shelter.

Widowed women find hope in Idaho 17.03.2025

A special program helps women who have been widowed find the resources they need.

A look at cattle mutilations and rural ranch life 17.03.2025

A new documentary started looking into cattle mutilations in Eastern Oregon and ended up falling in love with rural ranch life.

Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: March 14, 2025 14.03.2025

It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho Matters gets you up to date on all the news that made headlines this past week.

Meet the Idaho women who are shaping our community 13.03.2025

March is Women’s History Month, and this year Boise is celebrating woman who are making history today. 

How one Boise State professor is using video games to teach international relations 13.03.2025

As many as three billion people in the world play video games and one professor is finding a way to use this hobby to teach international relations.

What to Watch: Oscars, Penguins and The Conners! 13.03.2025

What to Watch is back with a look at the Oscars and a list of movies you won't want to miss!

Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: March 12, 2025 12.03.2025

The current legislative session has seen some notable bills regarding health in Idaho.

An exploration of winter: Reimagining the season through art 12.03.2025

As we approach the end of winter, the Sun Valley Museum of Art is celebrating by sharing five unique perspectives on the season.

How Preservation Idaho is making state history more accessible 12.03.2025

Preservation Idaho is dedicated to saving our past, everything from buildings to neighborhoods, and now they're going to start using very futuristic technology to do it.

Hospital improves energy efficiency with sustainable practices 11.03.2025

Hospitals spend a lot of money on their energy bills, and many health systems want to cut their costs without hurting patients and try to help the environment at the same time. Now, one healthcare practice has figured out how to do just that.

How scientists are using dragonflies to study mercury in our waterways 11.03.2025

Mercury is a toxic chemical that can have devastating effects when it gets into our waterways. That's why scientists have been working on a new way to measure contamination levels using baby dragonflies. 

Explore the world of watercolor at the annual Capitol Rotunda Art Show 11.03.2025

Each year the Idaho State Capitol displays the work of watercolorists from all over the state, inviting the public to take a peak into a wonderful world of expression. 

Idaho's housing market: What first-time home buyers should know 10.03.2025

Buying a home is a big decision, so if you're thinking about taking the plunge in 2025, there are a few things you'll want to keep in mind!

Could the Treasure Valley be facing future water challenges? 10.03.2025

As the Treasure Valley grows, so does our water demand, and projections show we could start running out of water in the next few decades if we don’t act now.

Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: March 7, 2025 07.03.2025

It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho Matters gets you up to date on all the news that made headlines this past week.

A flash from the past: Astronomers search for life in space 06.03.2025

Take a trip to space as Idaho Matters searches for extraterrestrial life!

Ranchers face uncertain future in the aftermath of wildfires 06.03.2025

In a state known for its agriculture, wildfires can have devastating effects — many of which ranchers are still grappling with. 

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