The Lewiston Tribune Podcast

In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, managing editor Matt Baney sits down with Royce McCandless to break down the latest developments inside the Idaho Legislature. The conversation covers criticism of Gov. Brad Little’s spending plan, Medicaid funding questions, and the key policy debates expected to shape the session. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:34 Problems with the budget 1:55 The budge...

Filmmaker, producer, actor and director Jeffrey Decker joins the Lewiston Tribune Podcast to talk about his journey from growing up in Lewiston to working in Hollywood. The conversation dives into Relentless, Decker's latest film, the filming of the Green River Killer in the Lewis-Clark Valley, and why returning to the region to shoot meant so much to him. Decker also shares insight into his upcom...

Managing Editor Matt Baney sits down with Tribune reporter Dean Ferguson for Episode 68 of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, diving into some of the most offbeat crime stories from around the readership area in 2025. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:25 Dean’s ability to find offbeat crime stories 0:56 Nez Perce County inmates receive tablets 2:42 The positive effects of the tablets in the jail 3:56 Dean’s take...

In Episode 67 of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, we break down the Top 10 Stories of 2025, as voted on by the Tribune newsroom. From Bryan Kohberger pleading guilty in the Moscow murders case to the opening of a new Nez Perce County Courthouse and the demolition of a historic downtown building, these stories captured the region’s attention and sparked debate. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:36 Stories of th...

In Episode 66 of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, we take an in-depth look at homelessness in the Lewiston-Clarkston Valley and the local solutions taking shape this winter. Guests Michelle King, president and co-founder of the LC Valley Youth Resource Center, and Jeremy Stevens, director of the Union Gospel Mission Lewiston Rescue Center, join us to discuss how nonprofits, volunteers, and community...

Ever wondered how Idaho’s capital ended up in Boise instead of Lewiston? In this video, we break down the real history behind one of Idaho’s most controversial political moves — a story of population shifts, legislative drama, and a capital “heist” that changed the course of the state. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:41 How Lewiston became the capital of Idaho 1:20 Why was Lewiston chosen? 1:37 Lewiston’s...

A Clarkston man has confessed to a robbery he committed nearly 50 years ago — and in this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, reporter Dean Ferguson joins Matt Baney to break down the remarkable story of Kerry Houston, the 17-year-old who clubbed a man behind a Lewiston grocery store in 1975 and stole $80… then kept the secret for half a century. After decades of guilt, Houston reached out to...

Lewiston’s former Civic Theater — once a church, later a community arts hub, and the site of a decades-old unsolved mystery — is getting new life. In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, we take you inside The Castle, the 118-year-old Normal Hill landmark now undergoing a massive restoration led by retired machinist Myron Gemmer and his small but determined crew. From failing trusses and...

On Thanksgiving Day in 1975, a group of young men got together to play basketball at the Boys Club (as it was known) in downtown Lewiston. Fifty years later, the game has become a Thanksgiving morning tradition. One of the original players, Steve Forge, joins the Lewiston Tribune Podcast to talk about Turkey Ball. LISTEN ANYWHERE: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/44gA4rL Apple: https://apple.co/42KgLWM L...

Sturgeon are known for their enormous size and long lifespans. But unfortunately there have been some troubling signs for the population that lives in the lower Snake River. Joe DuPont, retiring fisheries manager for Idaho Fish and Game, joins the Tribune's Eric Barker for episode No. 61 of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast. LISTEN ANYWHERE: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/44gA4rL Apple: https://apple.co/42K...

During a court hearing this week, it was revealed that Bryan Kohberger has been sent "five figures" of money during his time in custody. Details about who has sent the money is under seal. The hearing also briefly touched on who can profit from movies or books about the Moscow murders. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:42 This week's hearing 3:22 Kohberger getting money while is custody 5:20 Profiting off a...

With federal SNAP benefits in flux, nonprofit food banks are expecting an increase demand for its services. Hy'D Andrews, regional director of the Idaho Foodbank in Lewiston, talks about the help her organization can provide -- and ways others the community can help the Foodbank. More details can be found here: https://idahofoodbank.org/

In this Halloween edition of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, Matt Baney and Trevan Pixley dive into the Top 10 Most Haunted Places Near You — exploring the eerie and unexplained across the Lewiston Tribune readership area. From footsteps echoing through the downtown Lewiston tunnels to ghostly encounters at the Liberty Theater, Saint Ignatius Hospital, and beyond, we cover it all in this deep dive i...

The dam debate is back — and it’s heading to court again. In Episode 57 of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, Outdoors editor Eric Barker joins the show to break down the latest developments surrounding the Snake River dams, new legal filings in Oregon, and what’s at stake if an agreement is ever reached. From hatchery programs to fish recovery, hydropower, and regional politics, this episode dives dee...

In 1911, President William Howard Taft made history as the only sitting U.S. president ever to visit the Lewiston-Clarkston Valley. His one-hour stop in Lewiston drew more than 15,000 people — more than double the town’s population at the time. In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, managing editor Matt Baney shares the fascinating story of Taft’s visit, the humorous “Taft-sized” police...

The Lewiston Tribune marks 133 years. Managing Editor Matt Baney, President Butch Alford and Publisher Nathan Alford sit down to talk about the paper’s history, ownership and how the newspaper business has changed. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 1:33 The creation of the studio 2:26 Everybody has a story 11:40 Impressions of Euge Alford 13:38 Did Butch feel pressured to follow in his father’s foot steps? 15...

In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Tribune Podcast, we dive into the history, culture, and people that make Colfax, Washington one of the most unique communities in the Palouse. From its farming roots and historic Main Street to the haunted St. Ignatius Hospital and the legendary Codger Pole, Colfax is full of stories that define small-town life in Whitman County. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:35...

In Episode 53 of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, Current WSU beat reporter Sam Taylor sits down with former longtime WSU scribe Dale Grummert to break down the Apple Cup rivalry. They cover everything from the lopsided history of the series to the best and worst moments, including the 1985 and 1997 games. Plus, they discuss postgame interactions, WSU’s struggles to win consecutive Apple Cups, Mike L...

The Lewiston Tribune's Dean Ferguson and Matt Baney dig into the latest on Christian M. Forslof — from the shooting incident and court hearing to his background and similar events in Lapwai. They also walk through a detailed timeline of what happened and why it’s making headlines in the area. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:30 Recap of the incident 2:18 Details differ when it comes to the shooting 4:14 W...

Robert Wadlow, known as the World’s Tallest Man, once made a stop in Lewiston — and his story is just as fascinating today as it was back then. In this video, we dive into his remarkable life, from his incredible growth journey and time with the Ringling Brothers Circus, to his visit to Lewiston, his sense of humor, and his lasting legacy. #worldrecord #robertwadlow #circus Timestamps: 0:00 Intro...

The President of the Lewiston Roundup, Denny Jones, joins Managing Editor Matt Baney to discuss the 91st annual Lewiston Roundup in the latest episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast. From what makes the Lewiston Roundup so special to the Xtreme Bull Riders and other exciting events. Learn why the Lewiston Roundup aims to be in the top 60 PRCA rodeos, how you can watch the rodeo, why events start...

The 2025 Hunting and Fishing Guide is here! Released Thursday by the Lewiston Tribune, outdoors editor Eric Barker breaks down the new guide, highlighting key sections and stories hunters and anglers need to know. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 1:01 Are you ready to hunt and fish? 3:07 Were there any themes for this section? 4:09 Walleye 6:15 Eating Walleye 8:39 Walleye in the area 12:15 Value of Salmon a...

The Lewiston Tribune’s Matt Baney, Mary Stone and Jeanne DePaul revisit the Western mystery Breakheart Pass — now celebrating its 50th anniversary. From Charles Bronson’s stoic performance to its unforgettable train sequences, they share behind-the-scenes stories, local filming connections, and why this film holds a special place in the region’s history. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:15 Breakheart Pass...

In this episode of the Tribune Podcast, sports reporters Sam Taylor and Trevor Junt share their early impressions from Washington State and Idaho football fall camps. Taylor breaks down the quarterback competition at WSU, key takeaways from the Cougars’ offensive line, and which position groups are emerging as early strengths. Meanwhile, Junt discusses new Idaho starting quarterback Joshua Wood, s...

In Episode #46 of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, Matt Baney and Eric Barker unpack Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s visit to the Nez Perce Tribal Hatchery. Kennedy called the treatment of Native Americans “genocide,” not only in the past but in today’s industrial food system. The pair also discuss his support for breaching the Snake River dams and the policy divide between his vision and the Trump administr...