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Alive & SoberHer Faith Saved My Life: Reno Collier’s Recovery StoryJoin Reno Collier on Alive & Sober as he shares a heartfelt story about the power of having someone believe in you during recovery. Reno opens up about his journey to sobriety and the unwavering support of his wife, Sandy, whose daily love, patience, and faith in Jesus helped him push through the toughest moments. This episode centers on Galatians 6:9: "Let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up." Reno reflects on how one person’s belief can make all the difference, especially when you struggle to believe in...
2025-12-2403 min
On the Agenda: A City of Reno PodcastReno Police's Drone as a First Responder Program (Reno City Council Meeting 12.10.25)In this episode of On the Agenda, Reno Police Chief Kathryn Nance joins us to discuss the City’s newly approved Drone as a First Responder program.The episode begins with highlights from the last Reno City Council meeting of 2025, including investments in park improvements, the next phase of the Storm Drain Master Plan, and acceptance of the City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.Chief Nance then explains how the Drone as a First Responder program will improve response times, enhance officer safety, and provide real-time situational awareness during emer...
2025-12-1516 min
On the Agenda: A City of Reno PodcastChildcare Ordinance (Reno City Council Meeting 12.3.25)In this episode, we take a look at a recent ordinance introduction aimed at improving standards and reducing barriers for childcare providers in Reno. Guest speaker Grace Mackedon, Senior Management Analyst with Development Services, explains why the City brought this ordinance forward, what challenges residents and providers are facing, and how the proposed updates would expand childcare options in our community.Grace breaks down the key changes, such as reducing permitting burdens, clarifying operational standards, and creating more predictable pathways for new providers, and shares what the City heard during public outreach. She also...
2025-12-0813 min
This Is Reno RadioReno's budget shortfalls, homelessness downtown and the TMCC lawsuit settlement explainedKristen and Bob this week break down Reno’s major local stories. These include the second straight year of budget shortfalls at City Hall, the ongoing downtown noise dispute after the J Resort Halloween EDM concert, TMCC’s $300,000 settlement with professor Lars Jensen, shifting city conversations on homelessness enforcement, concerns over souped-up e-bikes and scooters and takeaways from Nevada’s recent special legislative session. City of Reno’s budget shortfallReno is staring at an estimated $24 million budget gap for a second consecutive fiscal year.Slower-than-expected consolidated tax (C-tax) revenues alongside rising labor costs (wages, PE...
2025-12-0637 min
On the Agenda: A City of Reno PodcastNoise (Reno City Council Meeting 11.19.25)In this episode, we dig into one of the most talked-about topics in Reno lately: noise. Assistant City Manager Ashley Turney fills in this week to recap highlights from the 11/19 Reno City Council Meeting, including a $100,000 state grant for new Rapid Flashing Beacons, public safety presentations from RPD, and updates on negotiations with the Reno Aces.Then, Assistant Director of Development Services Angela Fuss walks us through how Reno’s ordinance differs from other cities, like Atlanta, Orlando, Austin, Tampa, and San Francisco, and why there’s no universal “best p...
2025-11-2421 min
This Is Reno RadioReno News: Deputy DA fired, auditor hit with restraining order and AI facial recognition fail prompts lawsuitKristen and Bob cover this week’s major Reno news — from a deputy district attorney’s firing over social media posts to lawsuits involving UNR and the Reno Police Department. We also discuss the return of the homelessness advisory board, our documentary on homelessness and Reno’s new “death café.”📰 Deputy district attorney firedA Washoe County Deputy District attorney, Aziz Merchant, was fired from the DA's office after local attorneys raised concerns over his social media videos. The content, described as misogynistic and suggestive of violence, drew public criticism and a swift response from th...
2025-11-1940 min
On the Agenda: A City of Reno PodcastReno Fire Department Regional Partnerships (Reno City Council Meeting 11.12.2025)In this episode, we recap a few items from the latest Reno City Council meeting, including a new historic preservation grant, two ordinance introductions, and the appointment of Ward 3 Councilmember Miguel Martinez as Reno’s new Vice Mayor.Then we’re joined by Reno Fire Chief Dave Cochran for a closer look at the Reno Fire Department’s regional partnerships, including a Cooperative Agreement with the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony, mutual and automatic aid systems, airport fire service, and why cross-jurisdiction collaboration is essential for fast, efficient emergency response.Listen in to...
2025-11-1714 min
This Is Reno RadioReno News Roundup: GPS tracker lawsuit update, EV fee discussions and our beleaguered downtownKristen and Bob recap the latest Reno news headlines, such as the not-so-shocking news that “John Doe” in the GPS tracker case is Robert Beadles. We also award ourselves two “dookies,” clarifying a Verdi TV district budget gap and misleading school spending reporting. A $1.4 billion road repair backlog could lead to increased fees on electric and hybrid vehicles, plus the dramatic rise in the cost of living and Reno’s beleaguered downtown. Recorded Nov. 3, 2025GPS tracker case updateThe “John Doe” behind the trackers is Robert Beadles. We review the 2022 case of a GPS device...
2025-11-1232 min
Wild NevadacastEP 033 - Helena Guglielmino, author, Urban Trails: RenoLast year Helena Guglielmino told us she was writing a book. Now she’s back to share the fruits of her labor - Urban Trails: Reno, a guide to 42 of the best hiking paths around the Reno area.
2025-11-1023 min
This Is Reno RadioHeat, Turf and Tensions: This week in local Reno newsIn the latest Reno news podcast, Kristen and Bob walk through a packed week: Washoe County got a new manager among four finalists for county manager, while the county commissioners put the little-known Verdi Television District on the hot seat.Jacobs Entertainment dangles a downtown youth sports complex that was met with some environmental concerns. The Truckee Meadows Water Authority says our long-term water picture is better than people often think. Sparks faces a lawsuit over a teen suicide response, and Reno city staff offer candid criticism of their own city leadership.Recorded Friday, Oct. 24, 2025
2025-11-0232 min
This Is Reno RadioFormer Reno cop arrested in HEAT sting and the ‘No Kings’ rally: Reno’s top stories this weekKristen and Bob give a rundown of the latest big news in Reno. We discuss the nationwide “No Kings” demonstrations, a regional child-exploitation sting that led to the arrest of a former deputy police chief, Washoe County’s move to dissolve its Department of Alternative Sentencing, an ethics case resolution involving a Sparks council member and questions over the library system’s funding. Recorded Oct. 20, 2025.Buy a shirt: https://store.thisisreno.com/listing/f-off-this-is-reno?product=46&variation=2745“No Kings” ralliesLarge protests were held nationwide for the second time this year; or...
2025-10-2530 min
This Is Reno RadioSewer rate hike proposal stalls after public outcry; city survey reveals negative views of downtown RenoKristen and Bob return with a new discussion on the latest Reno news headlines. This episode covers Washoe County’s plan to dissolve its Department of Alternative Sentencing, results from the city of Reno’s community survey, the sewer-rate debate and feedback, Stonegate’s zoning appeal and Nevada DMV’s new tool for reporting unregistered vehicles. Episode recorded Oct. 13, 2025County moves to dissolve Alternative SentencingCommissioners were expected to advance dissolving the Department of Alternative Sentencing (DAS) after a year marked by an investigation tied to former chief Justin Roper and a federal r...
2025-10-1840 min
On the Agenda: A City of Reno PodcastThe New Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) Ordinance (Reno City Council Meeting 10.8.25)In the latest episode of On the Agenda, we’re joined by Development Services’ Grace Mackedon to talk about what the new ordinance means for residents, how it supports housing affordability, and what steps to take if you’re interested in adding an ADU to your property.Reno City Manager Jackie Bryant also recaps highlights from the most recent Reno City Council meeting, including new public safety grants, community program updates, and what’s coming up on the next agenda.
2025-10-1315 min
This Is Reno RadioLear Theater confusion, NV Energy refunds and Reno’s vanishing data-center meetingOn today’s show, Kristen and Bob break down a packed local news week: The ongoing Lear Theater debate, a fresh round of NV Energy refunds and climate grades, the city of Reno scraps a much-anticipated data-centers meeting while Sparks presses ahead. There was also an ADU ordinance hiccup, and we do a rundown of our Nevada Press Association awards for the year. This episode was recorded Sept. 27, 2025.Lear Theater proposal sparks process questionsReno City Council discussed an unsolicited proposal to renovate the historic Lear Theater; the city previously estimated at le...
2025-10-0444 min
This Is Reno RadioSparks fly in Sparks: UPS complaints, a Burning Man lawsuit and Reno’s ACAB momentKristen and Bob break down the latest Reno news headlines. This week, we discuss the Lear Theater’s future, a federal lawsuit tied to Burning Man, patient safety concerns at a Saint Mary’s Hospice, worker-safety allegations at UPS in Sparks, the city’s new arts board naming flap. We also give a nod to Nevada historian Guy Rocha, who recently passed away.Lear Theater: What’s Next?The Reno City Council was slated to discuss unsolicited proposals to buy the long-closed Lear Theater, despite a February directive to keep it off the “for sale” list...
2025-09-2629 min
Creatives Talk PodcastReno Jazz OrchestraThis week, we sat down with Chuck Reider, board president, and Vernon Scarborough, executive director of the Reno Jazz Orchestra.This weekend, the Orchestra will be presenting "Someday We'll All Be Free: The Genius of Donny Hathaway." Take a listen to find out more.Tickets for "Someday We'll All Be Free: The Genius of Donny Hathaway" are available on their website.Season Four, Episode Fifteen: Reno Jazz OrchestraSeptember 24th, 2025Your Host: Dana Nollsch Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana NollschMusic by Highway Jones
2025-09-2423 min
Creatives Talk PodcastReno Tahoe International Art Show 2025This week, we attended the 2025 RTIA Show, where we spoke with several artists who participated in this year's show.This was the fourth year of the Reno Tahoe International Art Show, and even though the show was a bit smaller than previous years, it was a wonderful experience.Here is the link to the RTIA's website: rtiashow.comBe sure to take a listen to this, the penultimate episode of season four's Creatives Talk Podcast.Season Four, Episode Fourteen: Reno Tahoe International Show 2025September 17th, 2025Your Host: Dana Nollsch Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana NollschMusic by Highway Jones
2025-09-1716 min
On the Agenda: A City of Reno PodcastInternational Fire Code and the International Wildland-Urban Interface Code. (Reno City Council Meeting 8.27.25)In this episode of On the Agenda, Reno Fire Chief David Cochran, Fire Inspector Sean O’Brien, and Boston the Arson Dog join us to explain the 2024 International Fire Code and the International Wildland-Urban Interface Code. They share what these updates mean for our community, why regional collaboration is so important, and how Reno is preparing for new challenges like lithium-ion battery storage and wildfire risks.City Manager Jackie Bryant also gives a look ahead to the September 10 Council meeting, highlighting housing initiatives, an economic update, and a closer look at accessory dwelling units....
2025-09-0116 min
On the Agenda: A City of Reno Podcast83rd Legislative Recap (Reno City Council Meeting 6.11.25)There were over 1,200 bills introduced at the State Legislature this session, with 500 of them directly affecting Reno. Nic Ciccone, Government Affairs Manager, joins us to discuss some of these bills, including one that secured $5.25 million in rental assistance, ADUs, and cocktails to go! We also take a look at what happened at last week's council meeting, including sponsorship of 35 events, a presentation on nonprofit organization registration, and more! Take a look at the agenda: https://reno.primegov.com/Portal/Meeting?meetingTemplateId=7227
2025-06-1619 min
On the Agenda: A City of Reno PodcastOvertime (Reno City Council Meeting 6.4.25)While it may seem counterintuitive, utilizing overtime can actually be cost-effective! During the Reno City Council Meeting on June 4th, a presentation was given on the usage of overtime in public safety. It was explained that in the long run, overtime can actually cost less than hiring a new full-time employee and that these expenses are often reimbursed through grants or special events.With recent budget challenges, it’s more important than ever to understand how we’re managing resources, especially when it comes to essential services like police and fire. In this episode, we speak with Reno...
2025-06-1017 min
On the Agenda: A City of Reno PodcastCommunity Engagement (Reno City Council Meeting 5.21.25)In the latest episode, we delve into the recent Reno City Council Meeting, where an important topic was discussed: Community Engagement. The City is embarking on an initiative to assess and propose methods to improve engagement locally with our community. Cynthia Esparza, the Director of Community Engagement and Services, joins us to shed light on this endeavor. Tune in as we explore current ways to engage, including newsletters, social media, Reno Direct, and more! We also review items “On the Agenda” for the June 4th Reno City Council Meeting, including the City Manager’s annual performance evaluation, a presen...
2025-05-2715 min
On the Agenda: A City of Reno PodcastTax Increment Financing (Reno City Council Meeting (5.7.25)You've probably heard of Tax Increment Financing (or TIF), but what exactly is it, and how does it work? On the latest episode of "On The Agenda," Reno City Manager Jackie Bryant talks with Bryan McArdle, Revitalization Manager at the City of Reno, about a Tax Increment Financing Plan approved at the recent Reno City Council | Redevelopment Agency Board meeting and what that means for the Biggest Little City. We also review a few approved agenda items, including a Maintenance and Operations Corp Yard in the North Valleys for quicker response times, a sewer capacity project, a grant acceptance...
2025-05-1223 min
On the Agenda: A City of Reno PodcastBudget Augmentation (Reno City Council Meeting 4.9.25)At the April 9, 2025, Council Meeting, the Reno City Council discussed a budget augmentation. But what exactly is a budget augmentation, and how does the City fund its budget? In the third episode of "On the Agenda," we welcome Vicki Van Buren, Director of Finance, to discuss budget augmentations and simplify city funding!Additionally, we preview a few topics on the agenda for the upcoming Reno City Council Meeting on April 23, 2025 at 10a. These include an initial review of a draft Reno Municipal Code concerning Accessory Dwelling Units, a hearing regarding an office park on...
2025-04-1415 min
On the Agenda: A City of Reno PodcastStreet Maintenance Projects (Reno City Council Meeting 3.26.25)In the second episode of "On the Agenda," we look at three agenda items approved at the March 26 Reno City Council meeting that resulted in almost $8 million allocated toward street rehabilitation and preventative maintenance projects. Reno City Manager Jackie Bryant is joined by Kerrie Koski, Director of Public Works, to discuss what this means for the Biggest Little City!We also briefly touched on a few items on the agenda for the April 9 Reno City Council meeting, including a budget augmentation discussion, hearings on J Resort Festival Grounds, and a Conditional Use Permit for...
2025-03-3113 min
Wild NevadacastEP 012 - Joy Orlich, Historic Reno Preservation SocietyJoy Orlich, Historic Reno Preservation Society. Joy Orlich is the President of HRPS, a volunteer organization dedicated to sharing the stories of Reno’s history by highlighting important properties and advocating for their recognition and protection. Joy explains the organization’s mission and its various programs, from walking tours to a speaker series and even an app that shows us the history that lives right beside us.
2025-01-2032 min
PBS Reno ARTSMegan Berner, City of Reno Arts and Culture ManagerMegan Berner, City of Reno Arts and Culture Manager. We’ve all seen public art – sculptures and murals and the like – but what do you know about how it got there? Megan Berner, Arts & Culture Manager for the City of Reno explains the process, tells about the updated master plan and asks for public input, then gives us a preview of some upcoming public art for 2025.
2024-12-3036 min
PBS Reno ARTSChris Lanier, 2024 Reno City Artist
Chris Lanier, 2024 Reno City Artist. As his term approaches its end, Reno City Artist Chris Lanier discusses the position he’s held since January, his solo exhibit Backyard Radiance and Slow Draw, his curated City Hall show, plus his role as an art instructor, with all its joys and challenges.
2024-11-1834 min
Reno DadsReno Dads Podcast Episode 34: Safe Embrace Client Services Manager Leslie BergSafe Embrace: A Northern Nevada Resource In this episode, we are joined by Leslie Berg, who is a Client Services Manager at a local organization that is focused on helping support victims of domestic violence (DV), sexual assault (SA), and human trafficking, Safe Embrace. We wanted to chat with Leslie to learn more about this...
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2024-10-3120 min
Creatives Talk PodcastReno Tahoe International Art ShowThis week, your hosts, Tina and Dana, will take us to the Reno Tahoe International Art Show to chat with some artists who are showing their art.
Join them and check out their conversations with Candace Garlock, Kris Vagner, Beck Baumann, Braighlee Fine Art, Chilipepper's Painting, Deanna M Cordova, Doomed Movement, Hannah Eddy, Joanna Dracos, Nichole King, Scott Forrest Fine Art, and William Francis Art.
September 18th, 2024
Your Hosts: Tina Mokuau and Dana Nollsch
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Mr Smith and Antony Raijekov
With special thanks to:
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2024-09-1840 min
PBS Reno ARTSScott Faulkner, Reno Phil/RCOScott Faulkner is well-known for his work with the Reno Philharmonic and Reno Chamber Orchestra, but as one of the writers of Art Views, Scott covers subjects far beyond classical music, and as the faculty director of the League of American Orchestras’ Essentials of Orchestra Management seminar he helps shape future leaders in the industry.
2024-08-1232 minReno DadsReno Dads Podcast Episode 33: Talking Prostate Health with Dr. Angelo KanellosIn June, Reno Dads focuses on Men's Health Month, emphasizing the importance of proactive care. Dr. Angelo Kanellos from Nevada Urology stresses the significance of regular check-ups and PSA screenings, highlighting the role of individuals in managing their health. This content also provides information on the PSA test and its implications for men's health.
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2024-06-0900 minReno DadsReno Dads Podcast Episode 32: Nevada Museum Of Art – Ghost ArmyWhen a new exhibit recently opened at the Nevada Museum of Art, we were definitely curious why an art museum would be promoting an exhibit about the Army… so we invited Colin Robertson and Rebecca Eckland to sit down with us in the podcast studio and give us the 411. What we learned really surprised...
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2023-07-0625 minReno DadsReno Dads Podcast Episode 31: Dr. Summer HollowayAfter we published the article from Floss Dental Boutique, we thought it might be fun to invite Dr. Summer Holloway, the owner and founder, to join us in the podcast booth and chat all about teeth! Well, we covered a lot more ground than just teeth, of course, but that’s how it goes when you...
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2023-06-0627 minReno DadsReno Dads Podcast Episode 30: My Family ConnectionReno Dads invited Family Coach and Advocate, Charitie Carpenter, into the studio to talk about her approach to helping families navigate some of the trickiest parts of being parents. Her company, My Family Connection, is a resource for families to find help with everything from solving co-parenting issues, to managing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for...
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2022-11-2722 min
This Is Reno RadioEdward Coleman discusses Reno’s new Black Community CollectiveEdward Coleman is the executive director of a new Reno nonprofit called the Black Community Collective. In today’s show we discuss why he started the collective and why it is needed in the greater Reno community. We also discuss some of his recent efforts including his work on the City of Reno’s charter committee – and what he thought of how the Reno City Council responded to that committee’s proposals in August. This show is also available on KWNK Community Radio in Reno.Learn more about the Black Community Collective online: https://th...
2022-11-2030 minReno DadsReno Dads Podcast Episode 29: Hope Means NevadaAs Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month came to a close at the end of September, Reno Dads hosted a conversation with some Nevadans who are raising awareness about teen and youth suicide and working with local resources to help teens and their loved ones find information and learn how to talk to each other about...
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2022-10-1934 min
This Is Reno RadioReno Food Systems is growing a visionLyndsey Langsdale helps to run the Reno Food Systems farm on Mayberry Drive. The nonprofit operation has been in business since 2018. For today’s show we talk with Lyndsey about her vision for the farm. I visited Reno Food Systems in the fall as the farm was still harvesting produce, volunteers and staff were weeding and the farm was preparing for the winter. Lyndsey describes the purpose of the farm being a “vibrant, resilient, and just local food system cultivated by an empowered community.”She gave me a tour of the farm and explaine...
2022-10-1630 min
This Is Reno RadioThe successes and challenges of being downtown Reno ambassadorIf you’ve been to downtown Reno in the past few years, you have most likely seen the ambassadors in action. They wear blue shirts with the downtown Reno partnership logo and are often seen providing assistance to people.They are also charged with cleaning up downtown. That includes litter control, graffiti removal and weed abatement. The group touts major successes since the ambassadors began working the streets of Reno, including things such as the amount of human and animal feces removed from streets.The downtown Reno ambassadors were formed in 2018 as part of the do...
2022-08-0630 minReno DadsReno Dads Podcast Episode 28: Healthy Dads, Healthy FamiliesWe were excited to host a few awesome local dads for our latest episode. Rick and Brandon, from Family First Chiropractic, stopped by to talk about an important topic that they have dedicated their practice to helping dads (and families) with: their health. We hope you’ll take a few minutes to have a listen! Rick...
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2022-07-0933 min
This Is Reno RadioBehind Reno’s whip ban, an interviewFil Corbitt is one of Reno’s most talented and better known podcasters. In a recent episode of The Wind podcast, Fil explored last year’s decision by the city of Reno to ban whips from downtown. I speak with Fil in this episode about the ban and what they found. Also, the Washoe County board of commissioners recently approved a resolution that grants the county manager the authority to provide county employees with public relations and legal support. Up to $150,000 worth.Washoe County Manager Eric Brown explains what’s been happening and what kinds of thre...
2022-06-2530 min
This Is Reno RadioA psychiatric treatment facility is opening in a Reno neighborhoodA recent public comment at a Reno City Council brought up an issue that took many people by surprise. The reason: A residential psychiatric facility is opening in a Reno neighborhood. That is of course creating a lot of questions for nearby residents.But opposition to the facility also drew considerable negative responses. People commenting online condemned what they called NIMBY-ism and ableist attitudes by the neighbors who expressed concern.For this episode we hear from one of the neighbors about why she is concerned. We also check in with Reno City Manager D...
2022-05-2230 minThis Is Reno RadioCity of Reno cracks down on trivia games at local barsLocal business DJ Trivia has for nearly a decade been hosting games at local bars. But the City of Reno recently decided those games qualify as live entertainment. As a result, a handful of bars have been forced to quit hosting the games – or get an expensive cabaret license.In this episode we hear from two of the business owners impacted by the city’s recent crackdown on trivia games. Also: The recent leak of a U.S. Supreme Court draft ruling could overturn the longstanding Roe v. Wade decision that gave women the ri...
2022-05-0630 min
Our Town RenoRoMar Tolliver, Giving What He Didn't Get as a Kid with Black Wall Street RenoBlack Wall Street Reno is a nonprofit organization spearheaded by its two founders Donald Griffin and Romar Tolliver, going stronger and stronger in its second year of existence. Both men hope that their organization can be one that steers local teens away from the adversity that they faced as youths and young men.“This organization is to provide preventative measures for teens,” Tolliver said during a recent interview with Our Town Reno. For him, Black Wall Street Reno is a way for youths to channel their energy into productive learning and enrichment activities instead of being out on the...
2022-02-0311 min
This Is Reno RadioReno’s housing challenges persistHousing issues continue to be a concern for many Reno residents. Reno’s cost of living continues to rise and some community leaders say something needs to be done. We went to the Economic Development Authority’s state of the economy event in January and heard more.This show features EDAWN’s Mike Kazmierski discussing housing and homeless issues. We also check in with a mental health expert who has concerns about a federal that, he says, is negatively impacting mental health professionals. Last, COVID-19 continues to sicken people in Norther...
2022-02-0130 min
Our Town RenoReno Food Systems Prepares for 2022 and Another Big YearReno Food Systems is an urban farm located on the corner of Mayberry drive and McCarran boulevard. Everything from fruit to fresh vegetables to medicinal and culinary herbs are produced on the lot during the growing season. Everything is grown organically and with sustainability in mind. “We have workshops, we have volunteers, we have interns,” said Lyndsey Langsdale, the farm manager. “We also do a lot of educational things as well.”The non-profit began as a vision between a few friends about five years ago and this last season was the fourth successful growing season on the farm...
2022-01-2019 min
Our Town RenoJane Dunn, Leading the Reno Posse with Outreach for Unhoused NeighborsAs part of our heroes of Reno and sheroes of Reno series, Catherine Schofield highlights the work of Jane Dunn a leader of the Reno Posse and how and why they do outreach to neighbors in need. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ourtownreno.substack.com
2021-11-1115 min
Our Town RenoJessica Castro, From Unhoused and Surviving Trauma to Helping Others in RenoJessica Castro was unhoused herself and went through devastating trauma but has rebounded. She’s now a powerhouse advocate for those struggling in Reno and northern Nevava, on social media, at City Council meetings and outside the new Nevada Cares campus. She works as a local auditor at a call center, but when she’s off work you’ll usually find her helping others. Several times a week, she distributes hundreds of bottles of water and holds big community meals, providing healthier options than what’s being offered inside. In this episode with reporter Richard Bednarski you'll also hear those she help...
2021-09-0214 min
Our Town RenoAnthony Shafton, an Author Tracking Reno Through Famous Artists and Public SpacesOur guest on this episode is Anthony Shafton, a Chicago native, independent scholar and current Reno resident. He’s an author who has written several books including The Nevada They Knew, Robert Caples, Walter Van Tilburg Clark, a double biography about Nevada’s prominent modern painter and novelist of the 20th century. Recently Shafton wrote an oped for Our Town Reno about public art in Reno and how current pursuits might be misguided. He discusses this past, present and future of the Biggest Little City and warns about corporate driven gentrification and homogenization. This is a public episode. If y...
2021-08-2630 min
Our Town RenoNever Forget: Kenneth Stafford, A Black Soldier Killed by Reno and Sparks Police in northern NevadaThis week we’re reissuing part of a previous episode but on its own to never forget. This month in July marked eight years since Iraq war veteran Kenneth Stafford, a 27 year old father of three girls, was cornered, gunned down and killed by local police while he was going through a difficult time. At a recent protest reporter Gracie Gordon met with his mother Terry Colgrove and his sister Courtney Henderson. They explained how he was on military leave on that fateful tragic day. He had just traveled down to the area from Washington. He was dealing with PTSD an...
2021-07-2217 min
Our Town RenoStop the Sweeps Advocates Confront Police in RenoThis is a podcast rundown of a stop the sweeps protest today June 7th, 2021 in Reno when protestors faced off against police. I’m Nico Colombant the coordinator for the Our Town Reno multimedia initiative.As people chanted, outreach workers started arriving first, speaking to people unhoused laying on the grass at Believe Plaza. I interrupted Erika Minaberry doing a Facebook Live to ask about her insights with tensions rising. Then the police arrived. They had issued a notice for the advocates to vacate by noon. Lily Baran and others explained it was a free speech vigil protest an...
2021-06-0816 min
Our Town RenoProject Unity, In the Wake of Black Lives Matter RenoAt the beginning of summer last year, protests were erupting across the country over a range of issues, including police violence and conditions at Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention centers. Helen Miranda and Ashley Solano decided they needed to do something about it. Being friends since their sophomore year of high school, the two decided to start Project UNITY, a group aimed at organizing protests and activism in the Reno area. Solano was born and raised in Reno, while Miranda moved here from Los Angeles when she was eight years old. Disappointed in the lack of local...
2021-05-2715 min
Our Town RenoThe Reno Gastro Project, Helping Both Restaurants and People in NeedSince early February, the Reno Gastro Project, whose stated mission “is to support the local economy while feeding community members facing hunger”, has been purchasing restaurant meals at full price for those most in need. In nearly three months, they have already raised about $16,000 dollars. Susan Abele, the Partners for Fish and Wildlife Nevada State Coordinator for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, along with three of her co-workers, had this vision in helping our neighbors in need. On a recent morning, she sat down with Our Town Reno reporter Richard Bednarski at the local restaurant, Lili’s Rest...
2021-05-0613 minJonathan, Author at Reno DadsReno Dads Podcast Episode 27: Parenting in the Pandemic – What We’ve LearnedReno Dad Josh Shinn asked a great question to our group about how we were managing a year into the pandemic. What have we learned? What are we looking forward to when we return to “normal?” What should “normal” be, anyway? Jake, David, and Jonathan all hopped on Zoom (naturally) to chat about how things...
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2021-04-1846 minReno DadsReno Dads Podcast Episode 27: Parenting in the Pandemic – What We’ve LearnedReno Dad Josh Shinn asked a great question to our group about how we were managing a year into the pandemic. What have we learned? What are we looking forward to when we return to “normal?” What should “normal” be, anyway? Jake, David, and Jonathan all hopped on Zoom (naturally) to chat about how things...
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2021-04-1846 min
Our Town RenoReno Soup for the Soul Recharges for SpringAmie Duncan, the founder of Reno Soup for the Soul, started during the COVID-19 pandemic is now looking to Spring 2021, with a new focus on supplies, sandwiches, salads, and street outreach. As a mother of one and holding down a full time job, Duncan has carved out time in a busy schedule to do what she can to help her unhoused neighbors. Volunteers help in person or can donate via an Amazon wishlist or a gofundme account. The reporter for this episode is Richard Bednarski. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with oth...
2021-03-2509 min
Our Town RenoStreet Outreach with the Eddy House in Reno, NevadaIt’s another windy day in Reno along the Truckee River. Austin and Eric with the Eddy House are going from tent to tent checking in on people, and if they are young adults offering their services to get them back on track. We’ll also meet one of them Matt who’s been living with his husband in a tent for six months after losing a warehouse job. Our reporter for this episode is Richard Bednarski. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit...
2021-02-2512 min
World’s Best Podcast with Jack and RenoEpisode 44 - The Tenants of New RenoDespite Jack being the one on a fast, Reno is the one who had a transformative experience this week. Also, we have video recording ability now so stay tuned for the video version of this episode later this week! More information will be available on our instagram @withjackandreno when it is available.
2021-01-261h 03Jonathan, Author at Reno DadsReno Dads Podcast Episode 26: Clint & Joanie MalarchukIn this episode of the Reno Dads podcast (welcome back!), we welcome a local dad, Clint Malarchuk, who played goalie and coached in the NHL for more than 20 years and faced death multiple times – once by a freak accident on the ice and once by a suicide attempt. He shares his story of...
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2021-01-1428 minReno DadsReno Dads Podcast Episode 26: Clint & Joanie MalarchukIn this episode of the Reno Dads podcast (welcome back!), we welcome a local dad, Clint Malarchuk, who played goalie and coached in the NHL for more than 20 years and faced death multiple times – once by a freak accident on the ice and once by a suicide attempt. He shares his story of...
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2021-01-1428 min
Our Town RenoRico, Preparing DMT and Grieving his Brothers in RenoAs part of our series of street audio postcards, Scott King interviews Rico who was carrying around tree branches after others asked him to try to make some DMT with root bark. He says he lost his way after losing three brothers in short succession, but that he's a good soul. “I’ve been in Reno for approximately six years and I would sum up my experience in Reno with patience, pain, and love,” Rico said. He says he hopes to soon enroll at TMCC and take classes like psychology, philosophy and languages like Hindu or American Sign Language. Those classe...
2020-12-1107 min
Our Town RenoScott King, Reporting on the Streets for Our Town RenoAs a graduate student at the Reynolds School of Journalism, Scott King spent his entire 18 months as an Our Town Reno reporter. From podcast episodes to share your story at the downtown library sessions, from night time street photography to documenting early morning police sweeps, Scott has been from tents to motels to the river and alleys of Reno interviewing and listening to those who live on the streets of the Biggest Little City. In this episode with current grad student Richard Bednarski, Scott, a former Peace Corps volunteer from Cleveland, shares his on the street reporting insights. ...
2020-12-0527 min
Our Town RenoA People's Summit in Reno Gathers the Progressive TroopsIn this episode, we hear from Lily Baran who recently helped organize the People's Summit at Miguel Ribera park in Reno, to gather forward thinking, solutions oriented progressives. Our reporter Gracie Gordon also interviews several participants, including RoMarTolliver, representing the Black Wall Street non profit in Reno, a new group helping the community’s youth, reaching out to the homeless and working toward a better, more just society. Two members of the Reno Initiative for Shelter and Equality, Jen Cassady and Mary Gilbert, also join her to detail the evolution of RISE which now also manages the new shelter for wo...
2020-11-0114 min
¿Como te explico?Ep.12 El que quiere estar esta / Reno CgEl día de hoy les comparto una reflexiones sobre cuánto debemos merecer y porque no se conformistas. Aquí le dejo mi cuenta de Instagram por si necesitan hablar con alguien o necesitan un consejo recuerden que aquí tienen a un servidor y amigo😉. reno cg ó r3no_cg
2020-10-2900 min¿Como te explico?Ep.11 Ser y estar / Reno CgEl día de hoy les quiero compartir una reflexión sobre el ser y estar. Aquí les dejo mi cuenta de Instagram por si quieren recomendar algún tema o si llegan a necesitar algún consejo o hablar con alguien recuerden que aquí tienen a un servidor y amigo.😉. Reno CG ó R3no Cg.
2020-10-1200 min¿Como te explico?Ep.10 Mentiras / Reno CgEl día de hoy les comparto una reflexión sobre las mentiras. Lo prometido es deuda aquí les dejo mi cuenta de Instagram por si llegan a necesitar hablar con alguien o necesitan algún consejo recuerden que aquí tienen a un servidor y amigo. Reno_CG ó R3no_Cg
2020-10-0500 min¿Como te explico?Ep.07 Nunca te rindas / Reno CgEl día de hoy les comparto niña pequeña reflexión sobre el nunca darse por vencido. Lo prometido es deuda aquí les mi cuenta de Instagram por si gustan seguirme, recomendar algún tema o simplemente si necesitan un consejo o hablar con alguien recuerden que aquí tienen a un servidor y amigo.😉 Reno CG ó R3no Cg
2020-09-1410 min¿Como te explico?Ep.05 se feliz con tu pasado/ Reno CgEl día de hoy les di mi opinión sobre ser feliz con nuestro pasado. Lo prometido es deuda aquí les dejo mis cuentas de Instagram para que me sigan, recomienden algún tema o si llegan a necesitar hablar con alguien recuerden que aquí tienen a un servidor y smifo: Reno CG o R3no Cg
2020-08-3109 min¿Como te explico?Ep.04 Dejar ir / Reno CgEste episodio hablamos sobre el Dejar ir. Como les dije aquí les dejos mi cuenta de Instagram para recomendar temas, hacerme saber cómo les pareció el episodio o simplemente hablar conmigo recuerden que aquí tiene a un servidor y amigo. Reno CG o R3no Cg
2020-08-2405 min¿Como te explico?Ep.03 El hubiera existe? / Reno CgEl día de hoy le doy mi opinión sobre él “HUBIERA” Como ya va a ser costumbre aquí les dejo mi cuenta de Instagram para que me recomienden un tema o si necesitan algún consejo aquí tienen un servidor y amigo: Reno Cg o R3no Cg
2020-08-1416 minWorld’s Best Podcast with Jack and Reno8/12 - Reno in Portland - Keys to SuccessThis is one where Jack and Reno speak on something they are both very passionate about. Tune in to this episode, I guarantee you’ll love it!
2020-08-1344 minThis Is Reno RadioCathy Woods to get $3 million settlement from City of Reno after wrongful convictionCathy Woods spent more than 35 years in prison for a murder in Reno she did not commit. Michelle Mitchell, a University of Nevada student, was murdered just across from the UNR campus in 1976.Local prosecutors went after a woman named Cathy Woods as the main suspect. Three years after Mitchell’s murder, Woods confessed to the crime. However, she suffers from schizophrenia, and DNA evidence ultimately exonerated her. She was released from prison in 2015. Evidence shows the real killer is -- likely -- Rodney Halbower, who is already serving time in prison. For this...
2020-08-1219 minWorld’s Best Podcast with Jack and RenoReno and Jack in Portland! - Craftsmen, Portland, Value Creates IncomeBig time podcast with Jack and Reno both in Portland! We are talking about the value of craftsmen, Portland, and how your income is based on the value you produce and not necessarily time and effort. Take a listen!
2020-08-1139 min¿Como te explico?Ep.02 Ansiedad/ Reno CGEn este episodio/ capítulo hablamos sobre la Ansiedad. Como les dije aquí está mi cuenta personal de Instagram para que me contacten: *Reno CG🎙*
2020-08-0821 min
Our Town RenoLucia Starbuck, On Reporting About the Homeless in Reno"Our Town Reno is a little experimental, so sometimes we just have one voice for a story. But I'm still going into it as a journalist and these folks do not have an incentive to lie or make things up. They are so honest all the time, so people kind of get mad at that. For example, I did a story on a sign in a McDonald's that said you can't be here for more than 30 minutes. I was like, ‘Hmm, I wonder if this targets houseless individuals?’ I went down there to interview folks about the sign and I inte...
2020-07-2314 min
This Is Reno RadioReno Reflects on Black Lives MatterBlack Lives Matter is an international movement that has emerged in the Biggest Little City. BLM demonstrations have been held in the past few years, often in the wake of national incidences of violence against Black people at the hands of law enforcement. On May 30, a peaceful BLM demonstration was followed by rioting and vandalizing by a much smaller group that split off from the main protest. What happened in the weeks to come was the creation of art meant to depict, visually, the struggles many in the Biggest Little City face because of their sk...
2020-07-0507 min
Our Town RenoEric Marks, A Documentarian on the Streets of Reno at NightDressed in a black hooded-sweatshirt and camera in hand, Eric Marks has become a feature of downtown Reno nightlife. But as the owner of Reno Street Photography and as a documentarian, he’s more in the shadows, documenting what he sees to share with the world what life on the streets of Reno is all about. This episode by reporter Scott King looks into challenges and rewards of street photography. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ourtownreno.substack.com
2020-06-1133 min
This Is Reno RadioReno responds to George Floyd's deathGeorge Floyd was killed at the hands of Minneapolis Police on May 25th. Four police officers have been charged for his death. Those charges include murder and manslaughter. Floyd’s death triggered reactions around the world, including here in Reno. Don Dike Anukam attended the rally reporting for This Is Reno. We hear from one of the rally organizers and go to the the Reno Police station where rioting began. Don also takes us into City Hall the morning after it faced hundreds of thousands of dollars in damages from vandals.Lucia Starbuck also...
2020-06-1107 min
This Is Reno RadioCOVID-19: How the City of Reno is handling complaints about businessesPeople are still dying from the coronavirus disease in Washoe County, but many businesses are starting to reopen. That’s a big change that comes with some new rules. For this show, Lucia Starbuck interviews Arlo Stockham from the City of Reno about what the city is doing to make sure businesses follow the rules during the COVID-19 pandemic.Support the show
2020-05-1707 min
This Is Reno RadioCOVID-19: When do businesses in Reno get to reopen?COVID-19 continues to weigh heavy not just on the Silver State but around the world. Hundreds of protestors recently took to the streets in Nevada’s capital Carson City. Republican Assemblyman Jim Wheeler was there in support. Reporter Lucia Starbuck interviews him for this podcast.When do businesses get to reopen?Massive unemployment and business shutdowns characterize the state of Reno’s economy as health officials attempt to curb the spread of COVID-19. The question on everybody’s mind is when and how businesses get to reopen. Starbuck spoke with Reno Mayor H...
2020-04-2507 min
This Is Reno RadioHow Reno is grappling with COVID-19COVID-19 has had major impacts in the Silver State. Governor Steve Sisolak on March 12 declared the Nevada to be in state of emergency. The City of Reno and Washoe County quickly followed suit.In this episode, we check in with what the City of Reno is doing to reduce the spread of COVID-19 -- in particular which businesses were recently ordered to close. There remains confusion about patient privacy and how potential COVID-19 patients may impact first responders. We interview Michael Arrigo of No World Borders, an expert in healthcare data and patient privacy.
2020-03-1822 min
This Is Reno RadioCoronavirus reaches Reno, City conducts massive sweep of homeless campsThe City of Reno last week ordered more than 150 houseless residents to move from where they were living along train tracks near the Reno Aces baseball stadium. Officials said that services were offered to the houseless residents, but shelters are notoriously full and much of what was removed from the sites were personal possessions that could not be moved. We hear from the first reporter on the scene, Lucia Starbuck from Our Town Reno.Also in this episode: Huffaker Elementary School was closed for a day while school district officials, working with the Health District, closed the...
2020-03-1008 min
This Is Reno RadioThe return of the lands bill, Reno says goodbye to former mayorFEBRUARY 25, 2020: The Washoe County Lands Bill is back but with a new name. Now known as the Truckee Meadows Lands Bill, city and county officials recently held a meeting for the public to weigh in on what the bill could look like. The reception was overwhelmingly negative.Also in this episode: The Reno community said goodbye to longtime politician and community champion. Former Mayor Bob Cashell passed away in mid February, and hundreds came out to celebrate his life. Support the show
2020-02-2505 min
This Is Reno RadioThis week in Reno news: Independent media in Nev.February 18, 2020: The Nevada Independent launched three years ago. An online-only news website, the Indy, as it is called, covers Nevada news, politics and government and has become one of the state’s larger news operations. In this week's radio show, produced in partnership with KWNK Community Radio, we talk with Independent Editor Jon Ralston, review some of the political activity hitting Northern Nevada and check in on the latest at Reno City Hall.Support the show
2020-02-1815 min
This Is Reno RadioPulse Nightclub shooting survivor Brandon Wolf speaks in RenoBrandon Wolf, a survivor of the 2016 Pulse Nightclub shooting, spoke last weekend at an LGBTQ+ drag show at The Emerson Bar in Midtown Reno. He was also campaigning for U.S. Senator and Democratic presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren. Wolf spoke to the crowd of nearly 30 activists, supporters and curious attendees. He spoke about his experiences from the June 2016 shooting and how it has impacted his life. He said he lost his partner Neil in a hail of automatic gunfire that took 53 other lives, including the gunman who was killed by police after a three-hour standoff.Interview by Don Dike Anukam
2020-01-1510 min
This Is Reno RadioPresidential Candidate Amy Klobuchar Visits RenoU.S. Senator and presidential candidate Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) visited northern Nevada Saturday, Jan. 4 ahead of the Nevada Democratic caucuses in February 2020. An estimated 300people attended Klobuchar’s Reno campaign event, which was held at Sundance Books and Music on California Avenue. Audio by Don Dike-AnukamSupport the show
2020-01-0534 min
This Is Reno RadioElizabeth Warren Reno Press Conference December 10, 2019Reno news media interview presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren at Truckee Meadows Community College on December 10, 2019. Audio by Don Dike Anukam. Photo by Trevor Bexon.Support the show
2019-12-1207 min
Our Town RenoDevon Reese, a Councilman in Reno, Sees Hope and Challenges for the HomelessIssues surrounding people without shelter seem to be reaching a boiling point across the western United States, including here in Reno. Is society criminalizing poverty or are we showing empathy, or a bit of both? For the Biggest Little Streets podcast, several weeks ago, Our Town Reno reporter Scott King went to City Council to meet with at-large councilman Devon Reese. In Fall 2020, Reese is running for his seat he was appointed to, so we wanted to know where he stands on a range of issues dealing with our affordable housing crisis. He gave updates on a new campus for...
2019-12-1108 minReno Dadsarte italia: Italian Culture in Reno, NeoRealismo: The New Image in Italy (Episode #23)In this episode, we get to hear about a hidden gem here in Reno, arte italia. Hiding out in plain site on the corner of California and Flint, a few blocks away from the Nevada Museum of Art, it is arguably among the best Italian heritage foundations in the entire United States! This month (and...
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2019-10-1629 minJonathan, Author at Reno Dadsarte italia: Italian Culture in Reno, NeoRealismo: The New Image in Italy (Episode #23)In this episode, we get to hear about a hidden gem here in Reno, arte italia. Hiding out in plain site on the corner of California and Flint, a few blocks away from the Nevada Museum of Art, it is arguably among the best Italian heritage foundations in the entire United States! This month (and...
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2019-10-1629 minReno DadsReno Dads Podcast Episode 21: Traveling with KidsIn this episode, Jake Wiskerchen and David Bradfield recap some of their advice in how to travel with kids, inspired by Jake’s latest article, Tips for Traveling with Kids. And from the archive, David’s article with travel tips from a former CIA officer. Shout out and special mention of the “Mile-High Blowout” article from Scott,...
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2019-08-3045 minJonathan, Author at Reno DadsReno Dads Podcast Episode 21: Traveling with KidsIn this episode, Jake Wiskerchen and David Bradfield recap some of their advice in how to travel with kids, inspired by Jake’s latest article, Tips for Traveling with Kids. And from the archive, David’s article with travel tips from a former CIA officer. Shout out and special mention of the “Mile-High Blowout” article from Scott,...
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2019-08-3045 min
This Is Reno RadioReno's Do-It-Yourself Music SceneReno's creative arts generate millions of dollars in the local economy each year. That includes personal income, expenditures, government revenues, and total jobs supported by the arts. Our new podcast series takes a dive into the realities of being an artist and musician in the Biggest Little City. The series of four episodes is reported by University of Nevada student Carly Sauvageau and edited by Holly Hutchings.Episode 1: Reno's Do-It-Yourself Music Scene"We have something to prove. We deserve a seat at the table with everyone else."In our first episode Carly speaks with:* Nick Eng, musician* Tommy and The...
2019-07-2723 min
This Is Reno RadioThe Reno Theater SceneReno's creative arts generate millions of dollars in the local economy each year. That includes personal income, government revenues, and total jobs supported by the arts. Our new podcast series takes a dive into the realities of being an artist and musician in the Biggest Little City. The series of four episodes is reported by University of Nevada student Carly Sauvageau and edited by Holly Hutchings.Episode 3: The Reno Theater Scene"We live in a capitalist society. Nothing is free. If we can make theater more important here, it could be a business--perhaps."In this episode, Carly speaks with:* Jill...
2019-07-2718 min
This Is Reno RadioPromoting the Arts in RenoReno's creative arts generate millions of dollars in the local economy each year. That includes personal income, expenditures, government revenues, and total jobs supported by the arts. Our new podcast series takes a dive into the realities of being an artist and musician in the Biggest Little City. The series of four episodes is reported by University of Nevada student Carly Sauvageau and edited by Holly Hutchings.Episode 2: Promoting the Arts in Reno"We're very lucky to have this business here that is showcasing and promoting the arts in Reno."Carly speaks with:* Marketer Jacqueline Lampson* Geralda Miller & Eric Brooks...
2019-07-2640 min