Winds Of Change

When species are in decline, there's a reason they're in decline. And sometimes it's not human cause, sometimes it's another cause. And through our films, if we can inspire people to care or maybe take a look at this a little different, we can save many species, even our own.  - David Rohm  In this episode of Winds of Change, filmmaker David Rohm provides valuable insights into the challenges face...

"Archaeology is just one avenue of trying to understand the human experience and finding out how we are alike, in what ways we are different. It's a real intellectual challenge, and that challenge is something I really enjoy engaging in." - Bruce Bradley Have you ever wondered about the hidden stories buried beneath the surface? The ancient mysteries waiting to be uncovered? Well, in our latest ep...

" Theater is not just about making fun things with like-minded people; it's about challenging ourselves to witness other perspectives and celebrate the shared qualities of humanity." - Anne Mason Discover the power of theater to ignite dialogue and inspire change! In this episode of Winds of Change, hosted by Emy DiGrappa, you'll get to hear from Anne Mason, the producing artistic director of Rela...

“The whole idea of orchestral music being something that people come back to time and again to become enriched and inspired and entertained.” -William Intriligator In the world of music, a symphony orchestra holds the power to transport us to extraordinary realms of emotion and wonder. But what if I told you that behind the captivating melodies and harmonies lies an unexpected twist that forever c...

Have you heard these common myths about the importance of downtowns and cultural centers in community preservation? Myth #1: Downtown revitalization is only for big cities. Myth #2: Cultural centers are just for entertainment and not essential for the community. Myth #3: Investing in downtown revitalization is a waste of resources. In this episode, our guest Chad Banks sheds light on the significa...

“If you're going to do a kid’s podcast, you have to have kids voices on the show. It can't just be grown-ups talking at the kids.” - Jeff Lockwood Step into the enchanting world of Willow Belden and Jeff Lockwood, where a labor of love and journey unfolded, weaving together the threads of creativity, perseverance, and dedication. At first, their vision to create a children's podcast seemed like an...

‘ We were modeling appropriate ecotourism and making sure that the monies generated hired local people, bought local products, and stayed in local hotels, all to keep the money in Wyoming.’ - Tom Segerstrom Tom Segerstrom had a lifelong desire to forge a bond between man and wildlife. Born and raised in the suburbs of Minneapolis, an early obsession with wildlife led him to major in Montana State...

“Moving to Colorado was like coming home to a place I'd never been before.” - Kevin Taylor Join host Emy diGrappa and co host Lucas Fralick and Chloe Flagg as they delve into the world of ecotourism and wildlife conservation with Kevin Taylor, a passionate guide at Teton Science Schools . Discover the fascinating intelligence of animals and their surprising use of humans for protection, while expl...

Do you want to stay ahead in the digital age and ensure your museum thrives? Are you looking for ways to adapt and embrace the opportunities of the digital landscape? Join us as Valerie Innella Maiers and John Woodward share their insights on how museums can evolve their role in the digital age. Discover the solution they will be presenting, which will enable you to achieve the desired outcome of...

Three women set out on a 30-day journey through Wyoming to explore the world of wild mustangs. What started as a simple curiosity transformed into an educational quest that left them awed and challenged. But that wasn't the only twist in their story. As they rode through the rugged terrain, they encountered a situation that would change everything. Their upcoming documentary aims to shed light on...

It was a pleasure to talk with fellow podcaster Dean Petersen. His love for history and storytelling is truly apparent.  I hope you enjoy this episode. Thanks Dean! About Dean: Dean Petersen's fascination with history and stories started at an early age with his love of documentaries and making horror movies in his backyard. After completing a BA in film studies in 2004, he took his passion for st...

"The harsh reality is ecosystems are a delicate balance of each species coexisting together in the environment. There is a limited amount of resources in grass and water. And the wild horses are a very dominant species. They're smart. They're fast. They eat a lot of food. And they need to be properly managed." -Jess Oldham https://www.cbsnews.com/news/wyoming-honor-farm-wild-horses-60-minutes-2023...

The Community of Rodeo: The world of rodeo and word “community” go hand-in-hand. With roots dating back to America’s agricultural and ranching past, rodeo has continued to pave-the-way for the preservation and protection of a lifestyle that is still relevant in our modern world. While modern advancements have changed the course of America’s Western Heritage, the love for this lifestyle continues t...

"Well, I think people process grief in different ways. Some people are in denial about it. Some people are angry about it. Some people are constantly sad about it. But eventually some people accept it and they know they have to move on with their lives. And I think for them, this is a way for them to not only honor their family who passed on that way, but also to gain closure for themselves."  -Jo...

“So what was being looked at in Indian country was that these mostly young women and girls were disappearing from their community for a period of time and sometimes turning up deceased with no known explanation.” -Cara Chambers The Wyoming Division of Victims of Crime “Speaking as one voice for victims of crime.” The mission of DVS is to cultivate social change and access to victim services throug...

Did you know chess is one of the most popular and oldest games in the World? Lucas and Austin lead a discussion on how chess has made a huge comeback! “But as I recall, the chess boom kind of happened right after COVID started because everyone had to stay inside, and no one enjoyed life. And then they found that they could play chess for free online. And they're like, oh, I've been meaning to lear...

In this episode we talk about our grants and grant recipients. We highlight their accomplishments as filmmakers, and we are honored to have supported their work. Grants and Program Director, Chloe Flagg describes the grants and grantmaking process.  She describes the Wyoming Humanities grants cycles and diversity of projects and programs. Wyoming Crossroads Grants support the larger multi-year the...

In this Winds of change podcast, I am flying solo. I’m usually joined by Chloe and Lucas but not today!  We have five extraordinary artists that we are highlighting in this episode. Wyoming artists selected for Women To Watch 2024 exhibit is the National Museum of Women in the Arts in Washington DC and this series features underrepresented and emerging women artists  Wyoming will participate for t...

Happy 2023! Stay tuned to hear from two Wyoming natives. Writer Rod Miller. Rod was born into a ranching family that has been in Wyoming since 1867. He is a well-known columnist for the Cowboy State Daily.  And Michael Lange from Riverton, musician, and Executive Director of the Wyoming Arts Council. Two different and intriguing perspectives on their life, work and living change in Wyoming. They b...

Is truth stranger than fiction? In this episode we decided YES, it is! We explored some of the very interesting myths and legends from Wyoming’s great history. We talked about Big Nose George, Devils Tower, cow-tipping and the "little people." Our very interesting narrative is from John Mionczynski, well known biologist, and naturalist. John tells his story of his encounter with Sasquatch, or “Big...

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Chloe, Lucas and Emy Wishing you love and warmth during the season. See you next year and thanks for listening! "Seeing is believing, but sometimes the most real things in the world are the things we can't see." -The Polar Express "It's not how much we give but how much love we put into giving." -Mother Theresa The holidays are here! Christmas and New Year’s...

About Michael Branch Mike Branch is a writer, humorist, environmentalist, father, and desert rat who lives with his wife and two young daughters in the western Great Basin Desert. His work includes ten published books, one of which is the Pulitzer Prize-nominated  John Muir’s Last Journey: South to the Amazon and East to Africa   (Island Press) .  His recent books include:  Raising Wild: Dispatche...

Shane Doyle is a Montana-based scholar, teacher, and community advocate whose work focuses on the history and heritage of Native American tribes of the Northern Great Plains. Shane is an enrolled member of the Apsáalooke Nation (also known as the Crow Tribe), and he holds a doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction from Montana State University. His unique personal and professional experiences, comb...

Between the fur trade and prospecting eras is a brief period of missionary and military exploration which advanced the general knowledge of the Yellowstone region. maps and writings these explorers became the means of preserving important residual and accurate geographical information amassed by the men of the fur trade. Jim Bridger provided most of the information set on paper. The Bridger map is...

Welcome, we are celebrating Yellowstone National Park, and have three episodes in store for you to enjoy! This first is the creation of the park, the second will focus on what happened next, and the third will be an indigenous perspective and 11,000 year history. Yellowstone became a national park on March 1, 1872. When President Ulysses S. Grant signed the Yellowstone National Park Protection Act...