Idaho Matters
BSPR News: Weekdays at noon and 8 p.m.
Idaho Matters is a wonderful way to stay up to date, meet people and understand there's much more to this great state. Hosted by Gemma Gaudette on Boise State Public Radio News, it features arts and politics, growth and education, and the interesting stories that make Idaho unique.
We hope you'll engage with us! The best way to do that is by sending us a radio quality message using our free Boise State Public Radio app, available on Apple and Android devices. Tap the "Talk To Us" feature on the dropdown menu and send us your question, comment or story idea.
Or, send us an email: idahomatters@boisestate.edu.
Latest Episodes
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Idaho Matters takes a look at the news that made headlines this week, including Lori Vallow Daybell's request for a new trial, why there is no insanity legal defense in Idaho and some insight into how communities are helping to protect their public lands. -
When it comes to the weather, Idahoans have seen their fair share of wildfires, winter storms and droughts. What they may not have seen though are tornadoes. That doesn't mean they're not happening though.
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Join Idaho Matters as we learn about the art of belly dancing and Arabic culture!
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Across America, only half of the women, infants, and children who are eligible to access the WIC nutrition program are actually getting the healthy foods and education that are available to them. In Idaho, that ratio is even worse with just 40 percent of this vulnerable population accessing the WIC program.
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Idaho Matters sat down for a little bit of advice with New York Times Bestselling author Kevin Kelly.
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Less than a month after the World Health Organization said Monkeypox is no longer a global public health emergency, the CDC is reporting an increase in cases. And Oregon officials are urging folks in that state to get vaccinated before a possible summer surge in cases. And the CDC says at least one study could show mutations of Monkeypox that are drug-resistant.
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Idaho Matters takes a look at a new resource that is helping people stay safe on the Boise River.
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Idaho Matters takes a field trip with some bird experts to learn how to spot all kinds of birds in Southern Idaho.
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Author Lacie Waldon joins Idaho Matters to talk about her latest book, "The Only Game in Town."
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Here in Idaho not every family has easy access to a doctor. This can create a gap, leaving children without regular medical care. That's why St. Luke's has stocked a mobile care clinic with everything it needs to hit the road and bring the health professionals to the kids that need them most.
