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Backstage Pass RadioS8: E9: Liz Spencer - From Silence to StageLet Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: June 11, 2025Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS8: E9: Liz Spencer - From Silence to StageSHOW SUMMARY:"My ability in music kind of made me stand out," reveals singer-songwriter Liz Spencer in this candid conversation about finding her musical identity. From playing melodies by ear on a toy piano at age four to becoming a full-time musician after a decade-long silence, Spencer's journey is both heartbreaking and triumphant. The New England-based artist shares how c...2025-06-111h 11
Forge and AnvilIvan Provorov, Banning Speech and Drag Queens, and Why Men Stay Silent w/Will Spencer and JoeythebootmakerToday we are going to discuss NHL hockey player Ivan Provorov refusing to wear a rainbow jersey for 'Pride Night', citing his Christian faith. We'll go through the details of the backlash Ivan received as well as answer the question this situation raises, which is: why aren't more Christian men as vocal and courageous in the public eye? We'll also discuss Tennessee's New Legislation that Seeks To Censor News Outlets And Companies In Tennessee. Finally we'll break down Tennessee's new House Bill that Supports Efforts To Ban Drag Shows For Minors across the state.
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La Crosse Talk PM WIZMUW-L's Spencer Hulsey on whether dragons could fly, Doomsday glacierUW-La Crosse Outreach Coordinator, Spencer Hulsey, in studio to talk science. One topic discussed was what scientists do when they're bored, and that's apparently breaking down Game of Thrones and whether dragons could fly. We also hit on the Doomsday glacier melt in Antarctica, as well as the arms race between Australia and its Cockatoos. Oh, and we also now know how big space is. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-09-1938 min
La Crosse Talk PM WIZMThose UFOs aren't "man made" ... maybeSpencer Hulsey, UW-La Crosse outreach coordinator, in studio to talk science. Biggest topics we hit on were a potential end to PFAS, UFOs may not be "man made," what a black hole sounds like, terrible climate news is great news for paleontology and we're following moths with airplanes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-08-2535 min
La Crosse Talk PM WIZMMaking a mascot; tapping Mississippi River for west coast waterUW-La Crosse outreach coordinator Spencer Hulsey in studio. Talked about her experience behind possibly being the artist of the University of Illinois newest mascot. Before that, we discussed PFAS pollution with US Senate candidate in Wisconsin, Sarah Godlewski, who was in La Crosse. After, we discussed the Arizona plan to tap the Mississippi River for water.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-07-2736 min
La Crosse Talk PM WIZMLa Crosse science czar Hulsey has beef with Jurassic Park moviesUW-La Crosse Youth & STEM outreach coordinator Spencer Hulsey joined to talk science-y stuff. She busts the Jurassic Park movies and its worst villain, along with getting into other dino nonsense. After that, we talk the origins of climate change, and wrap up with the George Webb (as Rick put it) telescope. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-06-1738 min
La Crosse Talk PM WIZMLa Crosse is losing its planetarium; US House discusses UFOs — what do aliens look likeUW-La Crosse outreach coordinator Spencer Hulsey joined. We discussed how the new Prairie Springs science buildings will not include a planetarium and there are no plans on replacing it — therefore the public is losing its planetarium. Also discussed, on this date in 1980, Mount St. Helens erupted, and the US House held a committee on UFOs. What would aliens look like?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-05-1936 min
La Crosse Talk PM WIZMIs the show Big Bang Theory an eye-roller for scientists?Is the show Big Bang Theory an eye-roller for scientists? That was one of the things that came up in having Spencer Hulsey, the UW-La Crosse outreach specialist, in studio. She blows stuff up to help get kids interested in the field of science, where UW-L hosts a bunch of camps, most of which have scholarships. Along with the show Big Bang Theory discussion, we also talked comets and meteorites, what things we should be blowing up and how science nerds are now cool.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-04-1539 min
Around River City PodcastSpencer Hulsey and UW-L's Summer ProgramsQuestion: What do photons, chickens and your kid's summer fun all have in common? Answer: Spencer Hulsey Spencer is UW-L's Youth & STEM outreach programming specialist, so she knows LOTS of ways for kids to have a blast this summer. She's also a physicist, that's where the photons come in. And...she has a thing for chickens. But I digress, this is a conversation about those fun summer programs that let your kids have fun and learn a thing or two. As Spencer says, maybe discover an interest that will help them make the world a better place. Se...2022-03-1128 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerAsk Us Anything #3 - Socks with Sandals, Water Slides, Eggs, and MoreThey said we couldn't answer 5 questions in under 6 minutes and 30 seconds, but look at us now! This may be our shortest episode ever, but trust us when we say it will put a smile on your face while you get the answer to important questions like what is the worst thing that could happen to you on a water slide? Check it out today!2021-07-0906 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerThis Week in Cache Valley 1 - Thai House, Summerfest, and Cruella*DISCLAIMER* McKay Jensen didn't really swear. The bleep noises were added for a more dramatic effect. *DISCLAIMER*
In the first episode of our brand new series about our beautiful home of Cache Valley, we encourage people to visit and check out the Thai House restaurant, enjoy some of Summerfest activities, and watch Cruella with some friends at one of our awesome movie theaters. 2021-07-0124 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerWeston WareOur guest in this episode is the pride of Elk Ridge, Weston Ware. We bond over our shared experiences in middle school, our knowledge of random facts, and more. Check it out to see if it's okay to stick a frosty right in someone's mouth, and pass a few stones along the way.2021-02-2320 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerPillow Talk #11Our newest edition of Pillow Talk is also our shortest (and contains our worst sound quality). You'll hear a lot in the background in this one as it was recorded while baby Graham was sleeping but it deals with the concept of parent guilt. Check it out wherever you get podcasts and pass a few stones along the way.2021-02-0110 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerHayden & Kami HunterOur guests in this episode are the former Rexburg Couple of the Year (we think), Hayden & Kami Hunter. We bond over our semi-mixed feelings about taking baths vs taking showers, our ability to solve world conflict through fine dining and music, and much more. Check it out to form your own opinion about whether or not Kami sent Hayden a post first date text, and pass a few stones of your own along the way.2021-01-2525 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerMax MartinOur guest in this episode is super fan and soon to be father, Max Martin. We bond over our love of all things food, how each of us once peed our pants in Elementary School, and more. Check it out to see why we have to die before our wives do, and pass a few stones of your own along the way.2021-01-1938 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerAsk Us Anything #2 - Starter Pets & Satisfying VideosIn the newest edition of our Ask Us Anything series, you'll get answers to questions about starter pets, Nickelback, American movies, satisfying videos, and so much more. Check it out and as always pass a few stones along the way.2021-01-1128 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerPillow Talk #10Wow our first episode of 2021! We hope you didn't miss us too much on our short three month hiatus, but a lot has certainly changed. Primarily, Kenzie and Spencer have welcomed a brand new baby to their family. That's why they decided to talk about family communication in this newest edition of the Pillow Talk series. Check it out and as always, pass a few stones along the way.2021-01-0431 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerAsk Us Anything #1 - Politics & Stepping in Dog PoopNEW SERIES ALERT! We have been getting questions about all subjects from our listeners ever since we started Passing Stones with Jon & Spencer so we decided to finally answer all of those questions. That's why we started the Ask Us Anything series where we'll answer 10 listener questions every episode as best as we can. The topics in this first episode range from politics to Twilight to stepping in dog poop and everything in between. If you have any questions you need the answer to, please feel free to send them to us. 2020-10-1924 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerPillow Talk #9This edition of Pillow Talk is very near and dear to our hearts. Kenzie and Spencer talk about their experience deciding to become parents and what they're most excited/nervous about in parenting. Check it out and pass a few stones along the way. 2020-09-2920 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerPillow Talk #8This episode of our Pillow Talk series covers the differences between men and women when it comes to asking for help. It also dives deep into setting healthy expectations, especially when it comes to job hunting. Check it out and as always pass a few stones along the way.2020-09-1530 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerPillow Talk #7In this new edition of our Pillow Talk series, Kenzie and Spencer talk about persuasion and influence in a way that's not salesy in the least bit. They also answer a question from their dear friend Wyatt Duclos about marital breaking points. We hope that it persuades you to keep listening to future episodes, and as always, that you pass a few stones a long the way. 2020-09-0132 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerPillow Talk #6In this 6th edition of our pillow talk series, we answer a very cool question submitted to us by our good friend Allie Haas Smith about de-escalating conflict and finding ways to end conflict on a good note. As communication aficionados, we love to talk about conflict and hope that you find this episode very insightful. Oh, and of course we also hope that you find some stones to pass along the way.2020-08-1841 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerPillow Talk #5A lot comes out on this edition of Pillow Talk (don't worry, we mean emotional stories not farts). Listen to how Kenzie and Spencer tried to get the other's attention when they were first getting to know each other back in 2017, and pass a few stones along the way.2020-08-1227 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerPillow Talk #4Well, we're back with another edition of Pillow Talk! In this fourth installment, Kenzie and Spencer decide what the other would be if they were a snack, and offer some advice on resolving conflicts in your relationships. Check it out and pass a few stones along the way. 2020-08-0423 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerPillow Talk #3In this edition of pillow talk, Kenzie and Spencer complain about their gross, peeling skin from the nasty sunburns they got because apparently, they're too cheap to buy or even think about sunscreen. You'll also get to hear Spencer's embarrassing story about the first time he got a massage. Check it out and pass a few stones along the way. 2020-07-2122 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerPillow Talk #2Well still no Jon in this episode, but don't fret! We hope Jon will be on soon. In this installment of Pillow Talk, Spencer and Kenzie tackle one of their most common conflicts, whether or not we should get a cat. It may not seem like much, but trust us, you'll want to check it out and pass a some stones of your own along the way. 2020-07-0816 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerPillow Talk #1Alright so here's another new thing we are trying well we work through the global pandemic and technical issues with Skype. The Pillow Talk segment of Passing Stones With Jon and Spencer are recorded late conversations between Jon, Spencer, and Kenzie. This first episode only features Kenzie and Spencer and gives you an in-depth look into their marriage. We hope you find a few stones to pass with us as you listen. 2020-06-3017 min
Immersion by LINK @ Musical Decadence RadioVladimir Razinov - Immersion #010 guest mix01. BAILE, Nuage - Echoic (Original Mix) [This Never Happened]
02. Dark Matter - When the World Decided to Stop (Original Mix) [Mercurial Tones]
03. Arash Shadram - Compassion (Original Mix) [Awen Records]
04. ANNA - Redemption (Original Mix) [Terminal M]
05. Matt Fax, LEVV - Always You (Deeparture (nl) Remix) [Colorize (Enhanced)]
06. Damien Spencer - Thinking Out Loud (Extended Mix) [Krafted Underground]
07. BT - Remember (Space Motion Extended Remix) [Colorize (Enhanced)]
08. James Marley - Pathos (Original Mix) [Inner Symphony]
09. Nicone, Aracil feat. Allen Hulsey - Love Is A Colour (Original Mix) [Wired]
10. Eleven Of July - Divinity (Original Mix) [Wood]
11. James Marley - Morning...2020-06-1359 minImmersion by LINK @ Musical Decadence RadioVladimir Razinov - Immersion #010 Guest Mix01. BAILE, Nuage - Echoic (Original Mix) [This Never Happened]
02. Dark Matter - When the World Decided to Stop (Original Mix) [Mercurial Tones]
03. Arash Shadram - Compassion (Original Mix) [Awen Records]
04. ANNA - Redemption (Original Mix) [Terminal M]
05. Matt Fax, LEVV - Always You (Deeparture (nl) Remix) [Colorize (Enhanced)]
06. Damien Spencer - Thinking Out Loud (Extended Mix) [Krafted Underground]
07. BT - Remember (Space Motion Extended Remix) [Colorize (Enhanced)]
08. James Marley - Pathos (Original Mix) [Inner Symphony]
09. Nicone, Aracil feat. Allen Hulsey - Love Is A Colour (Original Mix) [Wired]
10. Eleven Of July...2020-06-1359 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerQuarantine Conversations #2: Jake Kapp*WARNING: This episode does have poorer sound quality due to weak internet connections*
We are finally back with another quarantine conversation this time featuring our good friend Jake Kapp. We dive deep into our sleep talking and sleepwalking experiences, talk about life as an essential employee, and share some stories that we hope get you through these slow COVID times.2020-05-1823 minPassing Stones With Jon and SpencerQuarantine Conversations With Jon, Spencer & Kenzie #1With the current situation with COVID-19, we wanted to do something special to help our listeners pass the time. We decided to create a special sub podcast called Quarantine Conversations with Jon, Spencer & Kenzie to help you pass the time. In the series you'll hear the ways that we are trying to entertain ourselves as well as some stories that we hope entertain you. We hope that you enjoy it!2020-03-2441 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerStephanie KohlertOur guest in this episode is Spencer's former pioneer trek sister, Steph Kohlert. We bond over our hatred of Miracle Whip, our experiences having people walk in on us while on the can, and much more. Check it out to hear the best nosebleed story ever told, and pass a few stones of your own.2020-03-0342 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerMegan HulseyOur guest in this episode is super fan and Spencer's little sister, Megan Hulsey. We bond over our love of Crocs, our oddly bent fingers, and much more. Check it out to hear how Megan handles embarrassing moments with a crush, and pass a few stones of your own.2020-02-1739 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerMcKay & Whitney Milne - Mtn. DewThis is another special edition of Passing Stones where we compare different junk foods & drinks featuring McKay & Whitney Milne. We discuss which flavor of Mtn. Dew is truly the best and perform a live taste test of the top three from top10things.com. Check it out to see if you agree with our pick and pass a few stones of your own. 2020-02-1042 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerRyan, Julie, & Nola GainesOur guests in this episode are the first full family that we have interviewed, Ryan, Julie, & Nola Gaines. We bond over our love of 90's and early 00's commercials, our thoughts on Dove as both a chocolate and soap company, and many more. Check it out to hear Nola make some awesome noises and pass a few stones of your own. 2020-02-0339 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerAndrew & Sarah Pt. 2 - Powerade Vs GatoradeThis is a special episode of Passing Stones With Jon & Spencer featuring returning guests, Andrew & Sarah Mortensen. In this episode we ask the age old question of which is better, Powerade or Gatorade as well as talk about what these and other junk foods mean to us. Check it out to see which one is the superior sports beverage, and let us know your opinion. 2020-01-2044 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerAlicia HarrisOur guest this week is the one and only Alicia Harris. We bond over our hatred of roosters and birds that squawk all morning, our extremely passive nature, and much more. Check it out to see why Alicia says yes to every opportunity, and pass a few stones of your own.
Also Alicia is the sister of our previous guest, Rachel May. Shortly after recording their episode Rachel's husband Ryan, who also appeared on the episode was formally diagnosed with ALS and they can use your help. Please go to https://www.gofundme.com/f/fkv8n-ryan-and-rachel t...2020-01-1339 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerChance JonesOur guest this week is a man with a voice of a true angel, Chance "Bones" Jones. We bond over our love of USU Hockey and dogs, our abilities and inabilities to impersonate celebrities, and more. Check it out to see how we would survive a prison riot, and pass a few stones of your own. 2020-01-0640 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerDelanie Doyle (Mercer)Our guest in this episode still hasn't gone through the massive hoop of changing her last name so we will call her Delanie Doyle #Mercer. We bond over our dislike of The Last Jedi, our engagement stories, and much more. Check it out to find out why Delanie still has a unicorn made out of cereal from way back in 2011 and pass a few stones of your own.
Disclaimer: This interview was done over Skype and we had a poor internet connection. There are a few instances where the audio may sound a little off. Don't panic...2019-12-1644 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerSean and Aubrey GeorgeOur guests in this very special (not really passing stones) episode are Sean and Aubrey George. Sean and Aubrey are BYU graduates with a pension for programming, nursing and critiquing powdered donuts. Check it out to see which brand of powdered donut we think is the best and pass some stones of your own! (Oh and let us know which brand of powdered donut is your favorite too).2019-11-2331 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerWyatt DuclosOur guest in this episode is the man who managed to record our longest episode yet, Wyatt Duclos. We bond over our overall white trashiness, our inability to control our bowels (at times) and Jon and Wyatt engage in an important debate about the relevancy of pineapple on a pizza. Check it out to see why Wyatt thinks M. Night Shyamalan's The Last Airbender tanked, and pass a few stones of your own.
Disclaimer - The sound quality is a little off in this episode due to the wicked yet free of charge nature...2019-11-151h 23
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerRyan and Rachel MayOur guests in this episode are a couple who radiate cuteness, Ryan and Rachel May. We talk about how they fell in love and bond over our love of gas station donuts, the lack of elk in our hometowns, being mistaken for our older siblings, and more. Check it out to see why Ryan and Rachel were literally made for each other, and pass a few stones of your own. 2019-04-0535 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerEve RobertsonOur guest in this episode is the least stinky thing to come from Franklin, Virginia, Eve Robertson. We bond over our love of a good and even a bad taco, our shared knowledge of Spongebob references, and more. Check it out to see why you should always invite Eve to get tacos and pass a few stones of your own. 2019-03-2228 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerTravis MaddoxOur guest in this episode is the original co-host of Maddog and the Spooch, Travis Maddox. Travis is Spencer's cousin and Jon's old roommate, and we bond over our similarities with our grandpa, the junk in our trunks, and more. Check it out to see why Travis was nicknamed Shelf in high school and pass a few stones of your own. 2019-03-1623 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerZach SmyerOur guest in this episode is the man once voted the World's Most Humble Missionary Ever, Zach Smyer. We bond over stories from our first year at Utah State University, our love of fast food restaurant dipping sauces, and more. Check it out to see why Smyer is El Tigre Blanco and pass a few stones of your own. 2019-03-0833 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerMartha Beh JenkinsOur guest in this episode is the pride of Monticello, Martha Jane Beh Jenkins. We bond over our love for Stroga (stroller yoga), our favorite episodes of The Simpsons, and more. Check it out to see why space buns are the perfect hairstyle to define Martha’s personality, and pass a few stones of your own. 2019-03-0535 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerKenzie Maynard HulseyOur guest in this episode is our beautiful wife and producer, Kenzie Hulsey. We bond over our favorite memories of our dads, what we think the worst thing Kenzie could possibly do is, and more. Check it out to hear a haiku about Kenzie’s life, and pass a few stones of your own. 2019-03-0528 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerTyler HanceyOur guest in this episode is a professional beatboxer with the world’s biggest heart, Tyler Hancey. We bond over our ways to make knocking on doors more fun, our “major” life changes, and more. Check it out to see why Tyler would rename the country of Chile after himself, and pass a few stones of your own. 2019-03-0535 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerConnor DaltonOur guest in this episode is the pride of Monroe, Connor Dalton. We bond over our love of coloquial words, our hopes and dreams for a queen sized water bed filled with our favorite beverages, and more. Check it out to hear Connor’s opinion on whether or not a hotdog is sandwich, and pass a few stones of your own. 2019-03-0534 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerMike SnowOur guest in this episode is a man trying to destroy the summer sales stigma, Mike Snow. We bond over Mike’s love of fashion and Relient K, Donald Trump impersonations, and more. Check it out to hear Mike’s best sales pitch, and pass a few stones of your own. 2019-03-0524 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerKameron McCurdyOur guest in this episode is bus driver extraordinaire, Kameron McCurdy. We bond over the Japanese street racing circuits in our hometowns, the decision of whether or not to wear Jerusalem cruisers all year round, and more. Check it out to see why Chris Pyne would star in the documentary about Kameron’s life, and pass a few stones of your own.2019-03-0534 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerSydney Bennet WoodwellOur guest in this episode is Farmington’s perfect combination of trash and class, Sydney Bennett. We bond over her very short (and very fake) marriage to Jon, her love story with her soon to be real husband, Syd and Jon’s buffalo problem, and more. Find out why you didn’t want to mess with 16-year-old Syd (hint: all your clothes would have burned) and pass a few stones of your own.2019-03-0532 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerKimber YoungOur guest in this episode is our favorite Michael Jackson super fan, Kimber Young. We bond over Kimber’s lack of knowledge on urinal etiquette, our shared love of cheap snow cones, and more. Check it out to see when Kimber thinks it’s ok to talk to the person in the stall next to yours in a public bathroom, and pass a few stones of your own.2019-03-0531 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerHot Lava (Justin Lund)Our guest in this episode is America’s sweetheart, Hot Lava (Justin Lund). Lava is truly a man of the people and we bond over our nickname origins, desire to bring precooked food into a restaurant, and more. Check it out to see why trees hate Hot Lava and pass a few stones of your own.2019-03-0526 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerJosh FallonOur guest in this episode in the most surprising baller we know, Josh Fallon. We bond over our first kiss stories (Fallon’s first kiss blew both Jon’s and Spencer’s out of the water), our desire to do a handstand in front of any given world leader and present them with a foot instead of a hand, and more. Find out why Fallon might be acting like he’s a playing an imaginary sport when you see him alone on the street and pass a few stones of your own.2019-03-0529 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerJed JohnsonOur guest in this episode is future congressman and Josh Groban look alike, Jed Johnson. We bond over dingleberries (it’s a real fruit look it up), the way we cope with heartbreak and more. Check it out to see why Jed might just be looking up at the rain during a storm, and pass a few stones of your own.
2019-03-0528 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerTrev ReynoldsOur guest in this episode is a man who has lived through some truly “crappy” moments, Trev Reynolds. We bond over our love of sauces that have a surprise kick, the joys and struggles that a bad batch of Taco Bell can bring, and more. Check it out to see if Trev would cause his own solar eclipse by mooning the sun while jumping off the wing of an airplane, and pass a few stones of your own.2019-03-0532 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerConnor and Terra YoungOur guests in this episode are the world’s most adorable and sustainable couple, Connor and Terra Young. We bond over our mutual love of The Office, our hatred of cats but love of cat photos and t-shirts, and more. Check it out to see who broke the “toot barrier” in their relationship (hint it wasn’t Connor) and pass a few stones of your own.2019-03-0532 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerTyler and Joey RappOur guests in this episode are Centerville Utah’s most beautiful couple of the year, Tyler and Joey Rapp. Tyler and Joey first met at a middle school dance, where a five minute interaction turned into a lifetime of love. We bond over the colors we would enjoy smelling like, the social implications of sharing deodorant and more. Check it out to see why Joey and Tyler would swap kidneys as a symbol of their undying love, and pass a few stones of your own.2019-03-0531 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerSavana NortonOur guest in this episode is fellow (kidney) stoner and baked good connoisseur, Savanna Norton. We bond over our first kidney stone experiences, our appreciation of the simple beauty that is a Sarah McLachlan song, and more. Check it out to see Savanna’s opinion on the waffle vs. pancake debate and pass a few stones of your own.2019-03-0527 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerJaren HawksOur guest in this episode in Jon’s old sales buddy and the most unconventionally wise person we know, Jaren Hawks. We bond over people making fun of our last names, the indescribable vibe of Syracuse girls and wisdom we’ve picked up from talking to animals. Check it out to learn how Jaren picked up his second language of southern speak and pass a few stones of your own.2019-03-0519 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerAndrew and Sarah MortensenOur guests in this episode is computer science couple of the year, Andrew and Sarah Mortensen. We bond over crazy diets we went on, our difficulty in learning the actual lyrics to songs, our debate on whether or not its ok to put icy hot on a toilet if it will save somebody’s life and more! Check it out to see why Andrew’s stomach is named Melvin, Sarah’s true feelings about infinity war, and pass a few stones of your own.2019-03-0535 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerAllie and Tanner SmithOur guests for this week are USU’s (vice) Presidential couple, Allie and Tanner Smith. We bond over mediocre super powers, our love and appreciation of Taco Amigo, the lessons we learned from small towns and more. Check it out to see why Tanner thinks a lock of Allie’s hair would be a great good luck charm and pass some stones of your own.2019-03-0524 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerGibson SmithWarning: This conversation contains elements that some of our viewers may find objectionable. It does not reflect the actual views and opinions of the hosts or guest.
Our guest in this episode is the most interesting man alive, Gibson Smith. We bond over our abilities to make things weird, our distrust of those who scrunch rather than fold, and more. Check it out to hear why Snow College thought that Gibson was Chinese and pass some stones of your own.2019-03-0531 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerLauren HolmsteadOur guest in this episode is potato connoisseur from Pocatello, Lauren Holmstead. We bond over scooping cow products to make money, our inability to sing hymns in the right key, and more. Check it out to hear Lauren’s metaphor for life and pass some stones of your own!
Warning: this conversation takes a turn for the weird.2019-03-0524 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerJake KappThis episode’s guest is Clinton Utah’s own, Jake Kapp. Jake is currently studying aviation at USU and is famous for his ability to spread wisdom while he’s sleeping. The stones were truly flying in this episode as we get into Jake’s dating history, what makes him uncomfortable and more. Check it out to pass some stones of your own with one of the coolest guys to ever sit behind our microphone.2019-03-0434 min
Passing Stones With Jon and SpencerWes and Laura RiversOur first episodes dives inside the lives of USU power couple, Wes and Laura Rivers. We talk about their love story, favorite scents, and ask important questions that allowed us to get inside their minds and pass the metaphorical stones that bind us together. Check it out and find a few stones of your own.2019-03-0433 min
KUAR's Week In Review PodcastArkansas Officials Praise And Condemn Withdrawal From Climate AccordArkansas Republicans are roundly cheering President Trump's decision to join forces with Syria and withdraw from a worldwide climate change accord. Mayors in Little Rock and Fayetteville take a different tone and pledge to keep the course set under the previous administration. The podcast also delves into the first movement in the 2018 U.S. House race in central Arkansas. Paul Spencer launched an exploratory committee as a Democrat and Natashia Burch Hulsey prepares for an independent bid. Tens of thousands of Arkansawyers, Arkansans, and Arkies alike are expected to descend to the riverfront for Riverfest. The festival is turning 40 but...2017-06-0218 min