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Some of the Parts

It may be true that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. But sometimes the parts are important or fascinating all on their own. And how the parts fit in is essential to how the whole functions.

That's the idea behind Boise State Public Radio's podcast, Some of the Parts. Reporter-turned-podcaster Adam Cotterell tells the stories of some of the small groups of people that are part of Idaho. They may be marginalized. They may be powerful. But they're all voices you don't hear very often on radio or TV. Or in some cases, maybe you didn't even know they existed.

You can find Some of the Parts episodes below, or subscribe oniTunes.

(A big thanks to local designer Julia Green Illustration for our cover art!)

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