Radio Boise Podcast

Jen is joined today by Beth Markley for this special one-hour Radiothon episode. Among other things they discuss the newly released Mueller report and the Notre Dame cathedral fire, while extolling the value of community radio. Originally aired April 18, 2019.

As the state legislative session ends, our hosts review what was accomplished this year. The show also discusses state marijuana politics and the college admissions scandal. Originally aired April 11, 2019.

Preston Lewis is the cofounder and Chief Creative Officer of Black Box VR—a virtual reality fitness experience. Black Box VR’s innovative technology represents the world’s first fitness virtual reality space that uses real weight. They have invented a dynamic resistance machine that pairs with virtual reality game experiences. When the player is in the virtual reality world—wearing the VR headset—...

Jen, Luke, and Jaci discuss the Mueller Report, the initiative process in state legislatures, and free speech on college campuses. Originally aired March 28, 2019.

This week, Jaci and Luke meet with colleague John Freemuth to discuss the 2019 Andrus Center Conference on Energy, Salmon, Agriculture, and Community. Originally aired April 4, 2019.

On this episode, Jaci and Luke are joined by Nicole O'Reilly from Boise State's School of Social Work. The discussion covers food insecurity and its impact on communities. Originally aired March 14, 219.

Boise Angels is a Treasure Valley non-profit focusing on supporting foster families in skill and relationship building. In Idaho, numbers vary, but there are currently over 1,700 children in foster care. The need for foster homes remains high and they continue to turn over quickly, with over 60% of first time families calling it quits after their first year. It's difficult for families to deal wit...

Antonio Hernandez Conservation Voters for Idaho is a statewide nonprofit that safeguards what makes Idaho special through voter representation and mobilization. From hot springs to clean water, Conservation Voters for Idaho protects the natural resources that Idahoans take for granted. Antonio Hernandez is a voter’s right associate working specifically with the Hispanic community in Idaho. His goa...

Jessi Roberts Jessi Roberts is founder and CEO of Cheekys Brand as well as author of the new book, “Backroads Boss Lady” which will be available in stores and online March 5th. While there is no doubt that Jessi Roberts is a force, her personal brand of success is anything but aggressive. The author and main Boss Lady at Cheekys, Jessi’s no-nonsense attitude is tempered by a sassy, approachable pe...

In 2018, the Boise Rescue Mission celebrated 60 years of service to the Valley’s homeless, hungry, and needy community. Founded in 1958 at the Mission’s downtown location at Front Street and Capital, the Boise Rescue Mission has been one of the city’s most beloved and trusted organizations. Reverend Bill Roscoe is the current President and CEO at the Mission and has been growing the organization’s...

Sean Evans is the current President of Junior Achievement of Idaho, an organization committed to preparing and inspiring young people to compete in the global economy. The organization provides program based education starting in kindergarten and running all the way through high school. The program is run by volunteers who use JA kits to deploy education in the classroom. Sean says their mission i...

Shannon Decker is the Executive Director of the Speedy Foundation and the Idaho Suicide Prevention Coalition. The Speedy Foundation was started in 2011 in memory of Shannon's cousin, Olympic Freestyle skier and three time Olympian, Jeret Peterson. His death compelled Shannon and her family to help others affected by suicide. The family felt that the Speedy Foundation could help that cause by provi...

This week, Ross Burkhart joins Luke and Corey in the studio. They discuss economic development and democracy, populism, Canadian politics, and election forecasting. Originally aired March 07, 2019.

Originally aired February 28, 2019

This week, Jaci and Luke welcome Steve Utych to the program to discuss the use of dehumanizing rhetoric in politics. Originally aired February 21, 2019.

Originally aired February 14, 2019

Jaci and Luke welcome Nisha Bellinger to The Big Tent to discuss her research on democratic backsliding. Originally aired February 07, 2019.

Launched in 2015, Trailhead is a non-profit committed to fostering innovation and providing mentorship to local entrepreneurs. It has become a focal point for small businesses and startup events in Boise. In the future, Tiam and his team at Trailhead will be actively exploring ways to invest some of their own money into individual member startups.

Jaci, Luke, and Jen discuss then end of the 350-day government shutdown. The show also talks about Idaho's new gubernatorial administration and Brad Little's start as governor. Originally aired January 31, 2019.

This week, special guest Alexis Madrigal joins Corey, Luke, and Jen to discuss e-scooters. E-scooters as a disruptive technology and policy surrounding them, comparative regulation between Boise and other cities where e-scooters have been deployed, and how e-scooters pose challenges for car-centric infrastructure. Originally aired January 24, 2019.

Stephanie Witt joins Jaci and Luke in the studio to talk about how the continuing shutdown is impacting the Idaho workforce. Other topics include the censuring of Steve King and preemptive policy. Originally aired January 17, 2019.

This week, your hosts discuss the continuing government shutdown, Idaho's state legislature and the State of the State, diversity, inclusivity, and white privilege in higher ed. Originally aired January 10, 2019.

Jaci, Luke, and Jen discuss the government shutdown and the impact on day-to-day lives. They also discuss New Year Resolutions for the show and themselves. Originally aired January 03, 2019.

This week, Jen and Luke sit down with John Freemuth and discuss the EPA, the Department of the interior, and public lands issues in Idaho. Originally aired December 20, 2018.

Jim Thomas Jim Thomas is the head coach of the women’s soccer team at Boise State University. Over the past 5 years, he has transformed the soccer program at Boise State into a whole person experience, strategically bringing in new recruits to build a better Boise State community. The journey of the team has been marked by major recent transformation, and Jim says part of that process is a reflect...