The Skyway

Today we sat down with Torey Feldhaus of TNT Dirt Fishin to talk about Dirt Fishing—aka chasing gold—with a modern twist. Using metal detectors, wands, and a whole lot of curiosity, Torey takes his adventures off the beaten path in search of old mines, hidden spots, and whatever history might still be buried out there. His YouTube channel is as much about the journey as it is the finds—equal parts...

Today we sat down with Jenni Harris, owner of Curves International Paradise, to talk about the Curves model, building consistency through 30-minute workouts, and the role community plays in keeping people moving. We dive into her journey as a coach and business owner on the Ridge, how Curves creates a welcoming and supportive space for women of all fitness levels, and why “showing up” is often the...

Today we sat down with Jamie Kalanquin to discuss the Thistle & Stitch origin story, post-fire support from the Ridge community, the purchase and build out of their storefront ON THE SKYWAY, and the journey that flannel and super special fabric fueled across the Midwest through the Scottish Highland games. Check out their etsy store or their homepage at www.thistleandstitch.com or drop by thei...

Wayne and Livia Kurtz join The Skyway Podcast to share their remarkable story of resilience, entrepreneurship, and community spirit in the Ridge area. From joining our community after the Camp Fire to creating beloved local businesses, their journey reflects a deep commitment to Paradise and its future. Tune in for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation about hope, hard work, and finding purpose i...

Our first collaboration with another Paradise based business! Paradise Tribute Series and mastermind artist owner, Lucas Blair, join us on the podcast to discuss the healing power of fusing a keen artistic eye with branding the Ridge in all it's glory through the Pine and Flume Supply Co. Catch your host on social at the Paradise Tribute Series facebook or Insta page sporting the newly released Lo...

Calli-Jane West of the Butte FireSafe Council joins us on the show today. She has a wealth of fire history knowledge and a passion to teach the importance of land stewardship to all, especially our children and our growing community. A timely episode, as fire season is around the corner in 2025, here are a bunch of links that Calli-Jane shared with me so you can dig deeper into the importance of b...

Meg Smaker sits down to discuss The UnRedacted - a feature length documentary about four men who were once Jihadists, now in rehabilitation. The UnRedacted(Jihad Rehab) is showing at the Pageant Theatre on March 28th, 29th, and 30th 2025. As this film has been outright cancelled, the Pageant is the ONLY place you can see this film (until its triumphant return to mainstream), so get your tickets AS...

April Kelly of Nic's in Paradise joins us on the show with a tale of travels abroad, her favorite recipe on the menu, bringing her extensive experience back home, and then she served me an amazing meal - all of which was awesome. Come see for yourself and get to know the person driving community building through delicious delicatessen on the Skyway. WELCOME to the Skyway Podcast an Interview style...

We are kicking off 2025 with an episode recorded in late 2024, with a super fun character that crafts amazing stories, videos, and content that captivates viewers the world over! Ev Duran joins us and tells us a little bit about his epic career(thus far) and shares a few laughs as we move from his origin story towards the future of UTB Studios. Enjoy! WELCOME to the Skyway Podcast an Interview sty...

Dough Speicher joins us on the show today, a format that compliments his epic social media presence. We discuss his relationship based approach to helping his clients purchase and sell real estate, how he builds trust through authentic humor, and of course - our shared understanding of the importance of being a Father and a Family Man. Check out his real estate website at www.realspeicher.com or s...

Natalia joins the podcast to discuss the origin story of her jewelry and copper art business, the Copper Oasis. We cover her inspirations, where her jewelry and custom pieces can be purchased(thecopperoasis.etsy.com) as well as her art being sold at local shops - shout out to Bidwell Supply, which opens their second location in downtown Chico on November 23rd, 2024 - Natalia will have her jewelry...

Nichole Farley from Explore Butte County sits down to discuss her passion for our area, the amenities that we may take for granted, and a bunch of resources that she and her team have assembled to answer the question "What is there to do in Butte County?" - and the CRUSH IT! Super fun to record, even more fun to listen to, Nichole and her team do a wonderful job of representing our area, outside o...

Cue the "Working for the Weekend" montage and slap your quarter down for the next play on your favorite arcade game - The Playdium is here to bring youngsters in Butte County the same wholesome arcade experience the Gen X'ers remember(or don't). Jason Hastain, half of the mastermind partnership behind the Family Arcade center in Paradise, sits down to discuss a few of the challenges of opening the...

After a wonderful welcome into Paradise High School, Kelly Gordon and I discuss her career in education, the good work that is being done at Paradise High School, the integration of technology into the classroom, and of course - KINDNESS. Kelly is well known for her patient kindness and leadership through passionate authenticity. This was one of those episodes that felt effortless and could have s...

Today we bring some positivity to the podcast in the form of the great Bob Fitzgerald - plenty of laughs, lots of smiles, and maybe a few happy tears. Enjoy this conversation to learn more about the legacy Bob has created through his fundraisers, car shows, and toy drives. As with each guest, this fella is something special. We are all a little bit better when we have been smiling and laughing wit...

Lauren joins the show to discuss topics that include Firewise Neighborhoods, moving to Paradise, the joys of working with children through the Ready Raccoon program, and of course - her puppy dog. Check out her program at https://buttefiresafe.net/ WELCOME to the Skyway Podcast an Interview style, family friendly podcast covering topics on the Paradise, Magalia, Concow Ridge and Chico area. Connec...

WELCOME to the Skyway Podcast an Interview style, family friendly podcast covering topics on the Paradise, Magalia, Concow Ridge and Chico area. Connecting the Ridge to the Valley with commute length podcasts between 35 - 40 mins(half on the drive up, half on the drive down) covering topics that will help you and your family get the most out of life in our area, enjoy the drive and stay safe out t...

WELCOME to the Skyway Podcast an Interview style, family friendly podcast covering topics on the Paradise, Magalia, Concow Ridge and Chico area. Connecting the Ridge to the Valley with commute length podcasts between 35 - 40 mins(half on the drive up, half on the drive down) covering topics that will help you and your family get the most out of life in our area, enjoy the drive and stay safe out t...

WELCOME to the Skyway Podcast an Interview style, family friendly podcast covering topics on the Paradise, Magalia, Concow Ridge and Chico area. Connecting the Ridge to the Valley with commute length podcasts between 35 - 40 mins(half on the drive up, half on the drive down) covering topics that will help you and your family get the most out of life in our area, enjoy the drive and stay safe out t...

WELCOME to the Skyway Podcast an Interview style, family friendly podcast covering topics on the Paradise, Magalia, Concow Ridge and Chico area. Connecting the Ridge to the Valley with commute length podcasts between 35 - 40 mins(half on the drive up, half on the drive down) covering topics that will help you and your family get the most out of life in our area, enjoy the drive and stay safe out t...

WELCOME to the Skyway Podcast an Interview style, family friendly podcast covering topics on the Paradise, Magalia, Concow Ridge and Chico area. Connecting the Ridge to the Valley with commute length podcasts between 35 - 40 mins(half on the drive up, half on the drive down) covering topics that will help you and your family get the most out of life in our area, enjoy the drive and stay safe out t...

WELCOME to the Skyway Podcast an Interview style, family friendly podcast covering topics on the Paradise, Magalia, Concow Ridge and Chico area. Connecting the Ridge to the Valley with commute length podcasts between 35 - 40 mins(half on the drive up, half on the drive down) covering topics that will help you and your family get the most out of life in our area, enjoy the drive and stay safe out t...

WELCOME to the Skyway Podcast an Interview style, family friendly podcast covering topics on the Paradise, Magalia, Concow Ridge and Chico area. Connecting the Ridge to the Valley with commute length podcasts between 35 - 40 mins(half on the drive up, half on the drive down) covering topics that will help you and your family get the most out of life in our area, enjoy the drive and stay safe out t...