© 2024 Boise State Public Radio
NPR in Idaho
Play Live Radio
Next Up:
0:00
0:00
0:00 0:00
Available On Air Stations

A conversation with Idaho's Sam Hunter

Samuel D. Hunter (left) talks about authoring The Whale, starring Brendan Fraser (right).
Josiah Bania, A24
Samuel D. Hunter (left) talks about authoring The Whale, starring Brendan Fraser (right).

It's been a busy year for Sam Hunter, the writer and playwright who grew up in Moscow, Idaho. His award-winning play "The Whale" came out on the big screen starring Brendan Fraser, who took home the Oscar for the role of Charlie.

Our Morning Edition host George Prentice sat down with Hunter to talk more about his roots and how his work is inspiring new generations of writers.

Stay Connected
Our Purpose: Be at the civic, cultural and intellectual forefront of our community to create an informed, engaged public.

You make stories like this possible.

The biggest portion of Boise State Public Radio's funding comes from readers like you who value fact-based journalism and trustworthy information.

Your donation today helps make our local reporting free for our entire community.