The Lewiston Tribune Podcast

In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, Matt Baney speaks with Royce McCandless to discuss a proposed abortion initiative that could appear on Idaho's November ballot. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:14 What is the goal of Idahoans United for Women and Family? 1:13 What are the chances that this ends up on the ballot? 1:52 What’s required to get a citizen’s initiative on the ballot? 2:39 The abor...

In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, Managing Editor Matt Baney sits down with several readers who contributed essays to the Tribune's special America 250 section, sharing what America means to them. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:37 What America means to John Sullivan 2:30 What America means to Larry Bean 3:31 What America Means to Grace Thorson 3:52 What America means to John Wright 6:07 Wh...

In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, Kerri Sandaine sits down with Asotin County Fire Chief Noel Hardin to discuss proposed changes to the county's fireworks ordinance that could take effect in 2027. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:20 Proposed fireworks changes in Asotin County 2:09 When will this go into effect? 2:45 Were you surprised by the feedback? 4:09 Fires on the Fourth of July 5:20 Ol...

In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, Managing Editor Matt Baney sits down with Photo Editor August Frank to discuss the 2026 SnapShoot Photo Contest. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:19 Explaining the contest 1:44 Inspiration for the contest 2:16 August’s greatest addition to SnapShoot 4:50 What does August like about this contest? 6:07 Advice for the SnapShoot 8:45 Going over past winners 14:5...

In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, Managing Editor Matt Baney sits down with former Lewiston Tribune photographer and current director of photography for Gannett Newspapers in Oregon, Chris Pietsch, to revisit the story behind his iconic photograph of the 1987 Clarkston fireworks explosion. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 1:10 Right place, right time 2:28 The photo wasn’t even the main story,...

In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, Managing Editor Matt Baney sits down with Outdoors Editor Eric Barker to discuss the condition of local trails, new technology helping visitors navigate public lands and what outdoor enthusiasts can expect during the upcoming "Summer of Trails." Timestamps 0:00 Intro 1:10 How old are these trails? 3:15 New Forest Service app 6:33 The Nez Perce-Clear...

In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, Online Editor Trevan Pixley and Evan Weiderspohn break down the Survivor 50 finale, including Aubrey’s win, Jonathan’s loss and the biggest controversies surrounding the season. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:18 Survivor 50 Finale was too long 1:04 Problems with the live reunion 1:30 Did Aubrey need the car? 2:23 One of the best challenges in Survivor hist...

The Lewiston Tribune sports staff breaks down the upcoming NAIA World Series as the Lewis-Clark State Warriors return to the event for the first time in two years. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:31 The vibe around Lewiston 0:55 LCSC is back at the Big Dance 2:36 LC’s pitching staff 5:30 LC can also put up runs 7:50 Why LC could win the World Series 11:22 The rest of the field 12:05 Top-seeded Taylor 12:2...

What are some of the best things to do across the Tribune region? In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, Managing Editor Matt Baney sits down with Online Editor Trevan Pixley to discuss the Tribune’s “99 More Things to Do” special section. The two highlight a variety of activities and destinations that made this year’s list — from the Community Spirit Fireworks Show and day trips to Seat...

In this special Mother’s Day episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, Tribune staff members and mothers on staff share stories, memories and celebrate the holiday.

What do students really think about artificial intelligence in the classroom? In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, Managing Editor Matt Baney sits down with eight winners of the Tribune’s first High School Excellence Awards to discuss how AI is shaping education — and what it means for their future. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:36 Explaining High School Excellence 1:12 Athletics winner: Co...

What’s happening with wolves, public lands, and this year’s Spring Chinook season? In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, Managing Editor Matt Baney sits down with outdoor editor Eric Barker to discuss political action committees (PACs) forming around wolves and public lands — and what they could mean for policy and the future of access. Plus, Barker shares his outlook for the 2026 Sprin...

What went wrong during Idaho’s 2026 legislative session? In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, Managing Editor Matt Baney sits down with Opinion Page Editor Marty Trillhaase to break down what he’s calling a “legislative mess” and what it means for the state moving forward. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:24 Were we left a stinking pile of legislative mess? 1:55 Breaking down Idaho’s budget 4:1...

Can local news keep up in 2026? In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, Managing Editor Matt Baney sits down with Publisher Nathan Alford to break down the first-ever Local News Day and what it reveals about the future of local journalism. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:15 The inception of Local News Day 1:16 What is “local news” 3:58 Difference between national and local news 8:27 The Lewiston...

In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, Managing Editor Matt Baney sits down with Tribune President Butch Alford to uncover stories the Tribune never published from his decades inside the newsroom. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:38 Butch’s time visiting “Hobo Jungle” on Holbrook Island as a youngster 4:31 Being taught how to swim by Bert Lipps 7:21 Old school election stories 8:15 The character...

In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, Managing Editor Matt Baney sits down with Lauren Paterson — a freelancer and longtime Orofino resident — to explore the history, culture and character of the small town.

Managing Editor Matt Baney and Online Editor Trevan Pixley fill out a March Madness–style bracket featuring staples of the Lewis-Clark Valley in the latest episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:36 Breaking down the bracket 4:01 Events region 11:06 Things region 19:52 Places region 24:10 People region 31:30 Final 4 34:33 Championship

In Episode 78 of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, managing editor Matt Baney speaks with Elaine Williams about cannabis use among youth in the Lewis-Clark Valley and what the data shows. Timestamps 0:00 Inro 0:15 USC data fellowship 3:05 What is the effect on legal weed in the valley? 4:18 How the youth is getting its hands on cannabis 5:49 weekly cannabis use and impaired learning 7:29 Importance of...

In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, we discuss the recent removal of the Liberty Theater’s iconic blade sign, the work happening behind the scenes and what the future could hold for the long-vacant landmark. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:22 Why the blade sign came down 1:33 Background on what the foundation has done behind the scenes 2:01 How the group ended up as owners of the Liberty Thea...

We simulated a full season of Survivor using members of the Lewiston Tribune newsroom through Brantsteele — complete with alliances, blindsides, immunity wins and dramatic Tribal Councils. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:16 Cast analysis 1:48 Tribe reveal 2:34 Episode 1 4:08 Episode 2 7:09 Episode 3 (Tribe swap) 9:19 Episode 4 10:41 Episode 5 12:23 Episode 6 13:48 Episode 7 14:57 Episode 8 (merge) 16:45...

In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, managing editor Matt Baney and Trevan Pixley break down what’s ahead for Survivor 50 and discuss Pixley’s latest column on the milestone season.

Matt Baney sits down with Lewiston Seahawks superfans Mike Johnson and Sharon Sheahan to talk about their unforgettable trip to Super Bowl 60. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:24 History as season ticket holders 2:04 How they ended up with Super Bowl tickets 6:01 What was the Super Bowl experience like? 7:08 How does the Super Bowl atmosphere differ from a typical game? 8:47 Mike’s run in with Harbaugh 10...

A mountain lion roaming downtown Lewiston captured the attention of the entire community — and ended with Idaho Fish and Game officers killing the animal in a residential yard. In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, Managing Editor Matt Baney and Outdoors and Environmental Editor Eric Barker break down what happened, why the decision was made, and what it says about wildlife encounters i...

In this episode of The Lewiston Tribune Podcast, managing editor Matt Baney sits down with crime and courts reporter Dean Ferguson to break down three major cases in the Lewiston Tribune readership area. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:19 Victor Gray case comes to a sudden conclusion 1:33 Why did Victor Gray take the deal? 6:54 Skylar Meade sentenced to two life sentences 14:36 Umphenour will have to rev...

In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, managing editor Matt Baney talks with Asotin County reporter Kerri Sandaine about multiple murder cases moving through the local court system, including the Krogman and Boyd cases. For ongoing coverage of courts and public safety in Asotin County, visit lmtribune.com . Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:20 Background on the Krogman case 0:44 What brought Krogm...