Idaho Matters
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Hosted by Gemma Gaudette on Boise State Public Radio News, this weekday public affairs podcast serves as a gathering place where ideas are shared, stories are told and conversations thrive. Whether you’re curious about local government, inspired by the arts or invested in your community, Idaho Matters is where the voices of Idaho come together to inform, engage and celebrate the people and places that make the Gem State unique.
Send us your questions, comments or story ideas by emailing idahomatters@boisestate.edu or sending us a voicemail using the "Talk To Us" feature on the free Boise State Public Radio app.
Make a donation to support the Idaho Matters podcast today.
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Hosted by Gemma Gaudette on Boise State Public Radio News, this weekday public affairs podcast serves as a gathering place where ideas are shared, stories are told and conversations thrive. Whether you’re curious about local government, inspired by the arts or invested in your community, Idaho Matters is where the voices of Idaho come together to inform, engage and celebrate the people and places that make the Gem State unique. Send us your questions, comments or story ideas by emailing idahomatters@boisestate.edu or sending us a voicemail using the "Talk To Us" feature on the free Boise State Public Radio app. Make a donation to support the Idaho Matters podcast today.
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English
Episodes
ACLU speaks about current bills moving through Idaho State House
2/13/2025
The political landscape is changing fast, both nationally and here in the Gem State.
Duration:00:17:29
Creating change through conversation
2/13/2025
For many, change often starts with a conversation. Which is why a group of Idahoans are inviting the community into a series of important discussions.
Duration:00:10:38
Tour Meridians public art with new interactive map
2/13/2025
So much of a city's identity can be discovered through their art, which is why things like public murals and sculptures are so important; they help tell a story.
Duration:00:08:20
Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: February 12, 2025
2/12/2025
There’s some concerning news about a newer variant of avian influenza that recently infected dairy cattle in Nevada.
Duration:00:26:15
C of I honors legacy of Elgin Baylor
2/12/2025
Elgin Baylor has quite the legacy – he’s been called the best basketball player in the world, he was the original Laker superstar and he was the first person to score 70 points in a game.
Duration:00:07:36
Want to lower your stress levels? Try bird watching
2/12/2025
Birdwatching isn't just fun, it's good for your mental health!
Duration:00:09:42
The issue of climate change: How Boise youth are getting involved in a solution
2/11/2025
Each year kids face increasing risks of climate change. However, here in Idaho, a youth-led council is taking action to help change that.
Duration:00:20:59
A look at President Trump's first three weeks in office
2/11/2025
President Donald Trump and key members of his administration are attacking judges who are blocking some of his second-term agenda, suggesting that judges don’t have the authority to question Trump’s executive power.
Duration:00:21:57
Free program helps to support first-time parents
2/10/2025
Becoming a parent for the first time can be intimidating, which is why a free program is offering support to moms who need it.
Duration:00:15:21
How an unexpected hobby has helped Idaho prisoners
2/10/2025
While serving a 15-year prison sentence, an Idaho man took up crocheting to try and reconnect with his daughter, which would later change his life.
Duration:00:11:11
Field to Fork Festival helps to lift up our local food system
2/10/2025
Supporting our local food system is important, which is why one special event is giving people the chance to meet some of the ranchers and growers that help to support our community.
Duration:00:10:56
Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: February 5, 2025
2/7/2025
Numerous U.S. government health websites and resources have been taken down or modified as agencies comply with executive orders from President Trump.
Duration:00:25:17
Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: February 7, 2025
2/7/2025
It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho Matters gets you up to date on all the news that made headlines this past week.
Duration:00:43:51
A five-year legal battle could mean big changes for Idaho's skiing industry
2/6/2025
On Valentine’s Day a case will go back to the Idaho Supreme Court, and the outcome could have major implications for the state’s 19 ski resorts.
Duration:00:18:19
Why one contest is encouraging teens to unplug and get into nature
2/6/2025
Disconnecting in order to reconnect may sound counterintuitive, but it's important for our mental health, especially for our kids.
Duration:00:06:31
New beginnings: Nonprofit helps to end homelessness for Idahoans
2/6/2025
Across the Treasure Valley there are hundreds of families without a place to call home, which is something that one nonprofit is trying to change.
Duration:00:07:49
Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: February 5, 2025
2/5/2025
Numerous U.S. government health websites and resources have been taken down or modified as agencies comply with executive orders from President Trump.
Duration:00:25:17
The decline of monarch butterflies
2/5/2025
Not that long ago, monarch butterflies would migrate in droves. However, over the last few decades, the number of these iconic creatures has dropped drastically.
Duration:00:11:57
Why Boise is trying to keep your food waste out of the landfill
2/5/2025
The City of Boise recently expanded their composting program, which means they’re asking for more of your leftovers.
Duration:00:06:12
Eckert Road Bridge closed after finding structural issues
2/4/2025
On Friday, the Ada County Highway District closed down the Eckert Road Bridge in East Boise an hour after engineers finished a safety inspection of the structure.
Duration:00:14:08