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Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaVanessa Vancour on Bilingual Storytelling and Language AccessFor any business or nonprofit or government agency, it is very important to be able to tell the story about what you do and why it matters. It is important to relay information clearly and in a culturally appropriate way. In a state like Nevada, with one of the highest Spanish speaking populations in the United States, that can mean providing evacuation instructions for wildfires, or during covid it meant ensuring that information about prevention and vaccines had to be accurate.
For local media, it has meant figuring out how to include Spanish language reporting on mostly-english...2025-03-261h 20Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaSharon Chamberlain on Providing Health Care for the UnderservedFederally Qualified Health Centers were created during the civil rights era to bring health care to more people, particularly underserved communities. Here in Northern Nevada, HOPES was originally a clinic for patients with HIV but has since expanded into a FQHC providing primary care and other services to around 14,000 patients in the Reno/Sparks area.
On this episode of Renoites, I spoke with HOPES CEO Sharon Chamberlain about the history of HOPES and the services they provide, especially the type of services needed by our most vulnerable citizens. We also discussed how health care options have changed...2025-03-1948 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaSara Going on Creating Safer Streets for Bikes (and Everyone Else)The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) is the agency that handles much of how we get around in Reno. They design and execute road projects, manage our local public transit, and very soon they will be installing bike infrastructure along several major streets downtown to create the Biggest Little Bike Network.
Today on the show, we welcome Sara Going, Project Manager at RTC for the Biggest Little Bike Project, to talk about these upcoming street improvements, how they affect local businesses, connecting different neighborhoods, creating safety (and a feeling of safety) for bike riders and all users of...2025-02-261h 06Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaEric Edelstein on the Reno Aces and Ballpark DistrictReno is the smallest market in the United States to have a AAA Minor League Baseball team. Our Reno Aces, an affiliate team of the Arizona Diamondbacks, play 150 games every year- half of them at Greater Nevada Field in the heart of downtown Reno.
On today's episode of Renoites, we're joined by the President of the Reno Aces, Eric Edelstein. Eric's career in minor league baseball management led him to the Biggest Little City over a decade ago, and on this episode he and Conor discuss his career path and what it looks like to be the...2025-02-1858 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaAnn Wolfe on Sea Dragons, Land Art, and more at the Nevada Museum of ArtAnn Wolfe is the Chief Curator at the Nevada Museum of Art, the only art museum in the state of Nevada accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. Collaborating with paleontologist Dr. Martin Sander, she has co-curated a new exhibition at the museum titled "Deep Time: Sea Dragons of Nevada." You might know these Sea Dragons by their actual name- Ichthyosaur.
On this week's episode of Renoites, Ann join Conor to discuss the exhibition and how it was created, the process of combining arts and science in museum exhibitions, working with artifacts and fossils millions of years...2025-02-1146 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaJamie Vaughn on Surviving Breast Cancer, and Talking About ItJamie Vaughn talks a lot about cancer. As a survivor of breast cancer who wanted to share more about her experience and provide resources to others going through similar experiences, she launched the podcast "Test Those Breasts" and a website with links to resources for those dealing with cancer.
On this episode of Renoites, Jamie sat down with Conor to share the story of her cancer journey, how it upended her retirement plans and put her on a different path, what she has learned from dozens and dozens of conversations with doctors, experts, and other cancer survivors...2024-10-1654 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaGreg Kidd on Running for Congress in Northern NevadaMany Northern Nevadans have gotten used to seeing sitting Congressman Mark Amodei defeat whichever Democrat runs against him in Congressional District 2. Because this is a Republican-leaning district, the Democratic Party has never invested significant resources in those races.
However, this year Amodei won't face a Democratic challenger at all.
Instead, his primary competition will be Greg Kidd, a Non-Partisan candidate with a background in business, finance, and technology. Kidd is self-funding his campaign with a slogan of "Free, Fair, and Wild." He describes this slogan as a nod to the Freedom message of Republicans, the...2024-10-091h 03Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaWilliam Mantle on Open Primaries and Ranked Choice (Question 3)Two years ago, Nevadans voted on a ballot measure to change our primary system. Instead of party primaries which exclude participation for nonpartisan voters (the largest group- larger than either major party), the Nevada Constitution would be changed to have a single open primary for all registered voters, regardless of party.
The initiative would also change the general election to introduce ranked choice voting, a system in which voters rank the candidates in order of preference instead of being limited to a single selection.
In Nevada, constitutional changes must pass a vote of the public...2024-09-181h 02Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaDr. Peter Reed on the Experience of AgingDr. Peter Reed is the director of the Sanford Center for Aging at UNR, who describe themselves as striving to enhance the quality of life and well-being among elders and educate current and aspiring healthcare professionals and caregivers. On this episode of Renoites, we talked about a range of issues related to aging, both for elders but also for the rest of us (who are also aging every day however old we may be).
Some of the topics included:
Why is agism a more common/accepted form of discrimination than others?
Is the outdated stereotype of...2024-09-111h 09Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaSky Jones on Ethical (and Delicious) CoffeeWelcome to Renoites! I'm thrilled to announce some exciting news: the Reno News and Review has just released their Best of Northern Nevada edition, and I’m incredibly honored that Renoites has been voted Best Local Podcast. Since I began producing and hosting the show in 2021, it’s been amazing to see the support grow and to know that people find value in what we’re creating here. A huge thank you goes out to every guest who has made this show special, and to everyone who voted for us in the poll—your support means the world.
In tod...2024-09-0452 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaChaz Blackburn on Chaplaincy, Hospice and DignityToday on Renoites we welcome Chaplain Chaz Blackburn, VP of the board of the Circle of Life Hospice Foundation and President of the Board of the Good Shepherd's Clothes Closet.
We talked about what a chaplain is and how Chaz came to work as a "spiritual first responders" for people of all religions (or none), the International Fellowship of Chaplains, and the brand new Circle of Life Guest House which provides those in need with a home-like environment and people who care at no cost to them.
We also talked about his work with the...2024-08-131h 02Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaCady Stanton on Autism, ADHD, and NeurodivergenceThere have been a lot of changes in our understanding about how we talk about neurodivergence in recent years and it can be hard to keep up. With social media driving a lot of the conversation, it’s easy to get incorrect information about things like autism and ADHD.
One of the leading experts in Reno, and our guest on this week's episode of Renoites, is Cady Stanton. Her organizations Facilitate Joy and the Autistic Resilience Network work to provide a variety of services from individual and group support to education, resources and more.
In ou...2024-06-191h 02Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaKris Vagner on Nevada Arts and JournalismKris Vagner has been writing about the arts in Nevada for a long time. She worked as the arts editor of the Reno News and Review beginning in 2004 and has either been on staff or doing freelance writing there and in countless arts publications for most of the years since. She earned her master's degree in Media Innovations from UNR in 2019 and launched her own statewide arts publication Double Scoop. And as of 2023, Kris has returned to the News and Review to now serve as the managing editor, as it has returned from a brief stint as online-only back...2024-04-0353 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaDr. Hilary Lopez on Public and Affordable HousingWe've done a lot of episodes of Renoites about how Reno is growing and the ways we can reduce the likelihood of people being priced out as the costs of housing increase. Public housing has an important role to play, and for 80 years the Reno Housing Authority has owned and operated public housing units, administered housing choice vouchers (formerly known as "Section 8"), and continue to work to build a portfolio of public housing units of diverse types in diverse neighborhoods.
On this week's episode, we are joined by the Executive Director of the Reno Housing Authority, Dr...2024-03-2651 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaJoy Heuer on Teaching Life Skills to Girls (While Running)Some of the most important years of our development, when we're learning communication skills and how to navigate the world, are spent in the jungles of the elementary school or middle school playground and classroom. It can be very easy to learn the wrong lessons, struggle with friends, and end up carrying those challenges into the future. All of this is especially true for girls, who face a unique set of challenges on top of everything else.
Girls on the Run Sierras is working to help fill that social and emotional learning gap by teaching girls from 3...2024-03-191h 02Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaOscar Delgado on Community Health and City CouncilOscar Delgado served as a member of Reno's City Council for a decade before resigning last year to focus on his work as CEO of the Community Health Alliance, a Federally Qualified Health Center providing care to many of Reno's lower income families.
On this week's episode of the show, Oscar sat down with Conor to discuss the role that FQHCs play in our health care system, both locally and nationally, the issue of stigma around lower income clinics, the importance of providing primary care and reducing the use of urgent care for all medical issues, the...2024-03-121h 05Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaJosh Hartzog on Career and Technical Education in Washoe County SchoolsCareer education in Washoe County Schools isn't just "shop class" like it was when I was in high school. Across the country and here in Northern Nevada, rebranding vocational education to "career and technical education" has brought about a lot of changes including programs focused on business, culinary arts, medical professions, and much more. Here in Washoe County, some of those programs are housed in "Signature Academy" schools with a special focus, but every high school has CTE opportunities of some kind.
On this episode of Renoites, I welcomed Josh Hartzog, the Director of Career and Technical...2024-03-051h 04Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites LIVE - Sarah Bear Rively from Curious in the CityThis episode of Renoites was recorded in front of a live audience at Black Rabbit Mead in Reno, Nevada on January 28, 2024.
People choose to abstain from alcohol for a host of different reasons. We often associate sobriety with alcoholism and "recovery" but in recent years there has been an increasing awareness of the "sober curious" movement. Maybe you're doing Dry January as part of a New Year's resolution. Maybe you're training for a physical event like the Reno Tahoe Odyssey. Or maybe you just want to go out with friends but don't feel like having a drink...2024-03-0252 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaBatuhan Zadeh on Local DevelopmentReno is experiencing a massive housing shortage, resulting in much higher rents than we have seen in the past. We aren't alone! In much of the country, following the financial crisis of 2008, development just kind of stopped and hasn't kept up with the changing population in high-demand cities like Reno.
On this week's episode of Renoites, I talked about housing development and much more with Batuhan Zadeh, owner of Marmot Properties, a local development firm that has worked on many residential projects around Midtown, historic buildings like the Santa Fe and Coca Cola bottling plant (more recently...2024-02-2754 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaIñaki Arrieta Baro on the Basque in Northern NevadaPlease consider supporting Renoites financially at http://patreon.com/renoites
I have long wanted to do an episode of Renoites focused on the Basque history and culture of Nothern Nevada, but for some reason it kept ending up on the back burner. This week on the show, I am so grateful to finally share an episode all about this history of the Basque people both in the Basque Country as well as the Basque diaspora and it's impact and relevance in the West.
My guest on this episode is Iñaki Arrieta Baro, head of t...2024-02-2158 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaPan Pantoja on Potentialism and the Power of ArtRenoites is a listener-funded project. Please consider signing up to support the show at patreon.com/renoites
The Potentialist Workshop on 2nd Street has long been a hub for artists in Reno, and recently opened their new interactive exhibition, Upside Down Land. Upside Down Land is based on bedtime stories Pan Pantoja (Executive Artist at the Potentialist) has told his son over the years. It begins in a child's bedroom and a journey through the closet takes visitors into a fascinating world with over 200 sculptures, hidden rooms, and endless fascinating details. A number of notable artists from...2024-02-131h 22Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaChef Jonathan Chapin on Food, Downfalls, and ComebacksRenoites is the weekly podcast for Northern Nevada. Listen free wherever you get podcasts and please consider supporting the show at patreon.com/renoites to help it become financially sustainable!
Restaurant work has long had a... certain reputation. The professionalism you see in the front of house isn't always matched by the drugs, sex and rock n' roll environment frequently found in the kitchen.
Reno chef Jonathan Chapin knows it well, having began his food career in one of the few work environments tolerant of tattoos and partying, but then getting sober and growing his...2024-02-0658 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaMarie Baxter on Catholic Charities of Northern NevadaIt takes a lot of work by a lot of people to provide over 1,000 hot meals a day to people in Reno at the St. Vincent's Dining Room and the Nevada CARES Campus. It also takes a lot to manage an endless stream of items donated by our community that work their way into new apartment kits or onto St Vincent thrift store shelves. And the pantries! It definitely isn't easy providing hundreds of boxes of food to families across Northern Nevada every single day.
Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada does it all and more, and has...2024-01-301h 09Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites LIVE - UNR Women’s Ultimate Frisbee Team Black IceThis episode was recorded in front of a live audience at Black Rabbit Mead in Reno, Nevada on October 26, 2023.
Ultimate Frisbee is a sport that borrows from other team sports like soccer and football and is played on a 100-yard field. Players try to move the frisbee down the field to an endzone while avoiding interceptions and missed passes, and the sport has long been a popular one on college campuses.
On this episode of Renoites, recorded live at Black Rabbit Mead, several members of the team Black Ice from the University of Nevada, including...2023-11-1450 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaKim Schweickert on Women and Family Homelessness and OUR PlaceOne of the very first episodes of Renoites was with Ben Castro of RISE, the Reno Initiative for Shelter and Equality, in which we talked about homelessness in the Reno area. That episode was recorded shortly after the opening of OUR Place, the designated area shelter for women and families.
Recently, a listener reached out asking for an update on OUR Place. On this week's episode of the podcast, we deliver exactly that! Kim Schweickert has worked with unhoused individuals in Northern Nevada for many years, and is currently the Human Service Coordinator at OUR Place, under...2023-11-071h 10Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaPaul Doege on 40 Years of Recycled RecordsRecycled Records is Reno's longest-surviving record store and a staple of the small business and music communities here in the Biggest Little City. Many of us bought our first cassette tapes, CDs, or records at Recycled Records. We've seen them move locations a handful of times over those years, including moving into Midtown before it was cool, and recently leaving Midtown now that it's expensive.
On this episode of Renoites, Conor sits down with longtime former owner of the store, Paul Doege. Paul purchased Recycled Records shortly after it opened and began running the business at the...2023-11-0158 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaWilliam ”BB” Flanders on Salsa, Bachata, and the Reno Latin Dance FestDancing is one of those activities that is good for our mental and physical health, as well as a social activity that requires communication and cooperation. Some of the most popular dance events in Reno are for latin styles like salsa and bachata.
On this week's episode of Renoites, we welcome William "BB" Flanders, one of the driving forces behind Reno's latin dance scene for the last 15+ years, including the Reno Latin Dance Fest, a 4-day festival celebrating it's 16th year from January 4-7 at the Silver Legacy.
BB and Conor talked about the history...2023-10-2556 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites x Vibrant Voices - Artist Guillermo BertThis episode is a collaboration between Renoites and Vibrant Voices, a diversity-focused and student-run newsroom at the University of Nevada, Reno. It was produced by Conor McQuivey and Kathleen Leslie.
Guillermo Bert is a multimedia artist originally from Santiago, Chile and is now based in Los Angeles, California. His artwork provides an in-depth exploration of the resilience and struggle of immigrants.
In this episode, Guillermo explains his process of creating art along with his incorporation of new experimental forms of media. He also describes how his work highlights and preserves Indigenous and Hispanic cultures that h...2023-10-2028 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaReno City Manager Doug ThornleyDo you know what a city manager does? Most people don't! While our elected officials may have more name recognition because they have to go out and campaign, Reno's form of government puts a lot of responsibility on a city manager, someone whose role is similar to a CEO for the city organization.
Today on Renoites, Reno's city manager Doug Thornley sits down with Conor to discuss what a city manager actually does and how he came to be in that role, the competing visions of what Reno should be as a city, how various economic trends...2023-10-171h 01Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaJill Vacchina Dobbs on Pet Adoptions and Animal WelfareDo you know how animal control and pet adoptions work in Northern Nevada? If there is a stray animal, who picks it up and what happens next? On this episode of Renoites, Conor speaks with the executive director of the SPCA of Northern Nevada, Jill Vacchina Dobbs about how the system works and much more.
Jill and Conor explore how the animal control process works in Northern Nevada, and what happens when parts of that process fail (spoiler alert: it means overflowing shelters and animals at risk of being euthanized for space), how COVID affected animal adoptions...2023-10-101h 11Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites Shorts - Walker Basin ConservancyMany of us have driven between Reno and Las Vegas and passed by Walker Lake. It used to house a thriving population of Lahontan Cutthroat Trout as well as migratory birds and other wildlife, but upstream diversions of the Walker River have resulted in lower water levels, increased salinity, and an environment that no longer supports such life.
The Walker Basin Conservancy is an organization dedicated to restoring Walker Lake by securing water rights and bringing more water back downstream, and eventually reintroducing fish to the lake. They have already spearheaded the creation of a new state...2023-10-0732 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaMaricela Gutierrez Rodriguez on Intellectual and Developmental Disability InclusionThe mission of the JUSTin HOPE Foundation is to give hope to families and individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities by promoting inclusion and creating opportunities through education/training and family support to maximize the individual’s potential.
On this episode of Renoites, we welcome the executive director of the foundation, Maricela Gutierrez Rodriguez. Some of the topics covered include the difference between competitive employment and sub-minimum wage, the under-recognized "superpowers" of some employees with disabilities, the benefits of socializing and networking events, and how various services and programs can benefit entire families and communities as well as d...2023-10-0346 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaReno Police Chief Kathryn NanceThis year, Reno has a new chief of police. After a selection process by city officials earlier this year, Kathryn Nance was chosen for the position, and was sworn into the role in February. Now, after her first 6 months on the job, she sits down with Renoites host Conor McQuivey for a wide ranging discussion about her career and about the work of policing, both here in Reno and nationally.
Some of the topics covered in this episode include understanding implicit bias, policies and procedures for body camera usage, what community policing is and the goals it...2023-09-261h 22Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaEmily Barney on Death, Dying and DoulasMost people are very uncomfortable with the idea of death and dying and avoid the serious conversations and preparations involved in the process (one which we'll all experience eventually). On this episode of Renoites, we welcome one of the founders of the Doula Co-op, Emily Barney, to talk about what the death industry looks like today, and some of the better ways we can approach and talk about the end of our lives and the lives of our loved ones.
Some of the questions we explored were about what the common practices look like today, how the...2023-09-201h 17Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites Shorts - KTMB’s Truckee River CleanupSaturday, September 16, Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful will be holding their annual Truckee River Cleanup volunteer event, with hundreds of volunteers working together to clean and maintain sites along the Truckee River. Volunteers will be doing gardening and planting, weed and trash removal, and much more, with a volunteer picnic to follow.
On this bonus mini episode of Renoites, KTMB's Marina McCreary returns to the show to talk about the upcoming river cleanup and well as other volunteer opportunities throughout the year. You can sign up to volunteer or learn more at http://ktmb.org/volunteer
P...2023-09-1314 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaBen Davis on Street Photography and Reno After DarkA few years ago, in the middle of the pandemic, I started to see photos of downtown Reno coming across my Instagram feed with a bold and distinctive style. Bright neon blues, reds and pinks that really showed off the unique glow of our city at night.
The photographer behind that account, Reno After Dark, which has grown to tens of thousands of followers across social media platforms, is Ben Davis. Ben joined the podcast this week to talk about his unique style and how he chooses subjects, the importance of photography in telling the story of...2023-09-121h 09Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaBrian Duggan on Local Newspapers and Changes in MediaWelcome Back to Renoites! This is the first episode of a new season of the podcast.
My goal is for this show to be a consistent source of interesting, substantive conversation that is highly relevant to us here in Northern Nevada. This is a community funded independent project and your support is appreciated. I have a handful of new patrons since last season, so thank you to Elaine, Claudia, Stephanie, Mike, Remo, Mindy, Jillian, Marina and everyone else who contributes to this show’s existence. If you’d like to learn more about supporting the show, visit reno...2023-09-051h 02Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites @ RFM - Ryan Stark from No City CoffeeRenoites at the Riverside Farmer's Market is a limited Renoites series with the vendors of the Riverside Farmer's Market in Reno, Nevada and hosted by Renoites host Conor McQuivey. The year-round farmer's market takes place Sunday mornings at Idlewild Park from 8-1. You can find Conor at the Renoites booth most weeks if you'd like to chat, share ideas, purchase merch or sign up to support the show financially, or just say hi!
Today's episode features Ryan Stark, owner of No City Coffee. No City has a brick and mortar location upstairs at the Great Basin Community...2023-09-0223 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites @ RFM - Kaylie Arnold’s Haggle Haus Reclaimed Fashion TruckRenoites at the Riverside Farmer's Market is a limited Renoites series with the vendors of the Riverside Farmer's Market in Reno, Nevada and hosted by Renoites host Conor McQuivey. The year-round farmer's market takes place Sunday mornings at Idlewild Park from 8-1. You can find Conor at the Renoites booth most weeks if you'd like to chat, share ideas, purchase merch or sign up to support the show financially, or just say hi!
Today's episode features Kaylie Arnold, owner of Haggle Haus, a retail truck offering reclaimed fashion from around the world. Kaylie is a flight attendant...2023-08-2116 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites @ RFM - Brian Monahan (aka Thundercat) Leather GoodsRenoites at the Riverside Farmer's Market is a limited Renoites series with the vendors of the Riverside Farmer's Market in Reno, Nevada. The year-round farmer's market takes place Sunday mornings at Idlewild Park from 8-1. You can find us at the Renoites booth most weeks if you'd like to chat, share ideas, purchase merch or sign up to support the show financially, or just say hi!
This week's episode features Brian Monahan, also known as Thundercat, a leather craftsman whose booth at the market features an assortment of self-designed, hand stained and hand stitched leather goods. Some...2023-08-1510 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites Shorts - Female Skate Community Bitchin BettiesElla Haworth has been skateboarding in Reno the last 4 years, and recently created an annual female skate contest and skate group she calls Bitchin Betties. What began as a fundraiser for the Wild West Fund, a statewide abortion fund (listen to our episode with them here) has continued as a project to bring more people out to skate in the area.
On this episode, Ella explains why she started skating, how she reacts to haters and hecklers, the process of working with the city to run her event at Idlewild park, what Reno's skater community is like, a...2023-08-0627 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites LIVE - Sierra Regional Roller DerbyThis episode was recorded in front of a live audience at Black Rabbit Mead in Reno, Nevada on July 27, 2023.
The sport of roller derby has a long history and reputation for big personalities, fierce competition, and a fair amount of beating up your friends. On this episode of Renoites, Conor is joined by two of Sierra Regional Roller Derby's players, Slamuel L Jackson and One Hit Wonder to talk about the sport and it's place in Northern Nevada.
Topics include the logistics of the game, like how it's played and the differences between flat track...2023-08-021h 03Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites @ RFM - Marisa Hess from OSO Design LabRenoites at the Riverside Farmer's Market is a limited Renoites series with the vendors of the Riverside Farmer's Market in Reno, Nevada. The year-round farmer's market takes place Sundays at Idlewild Park from 8-1. You can find us at the Renoites booth most weeks if you'd like to chat, share ideas, purchase merch or sign up to support the show financially, or just say hi!
This week's episode features Marisa Hess from OSO Design Lab. Marisa and her husband Josh use various technologies to create their line of jewelry. They specialize in laser-cut wood pieces, like big...2023-07-3020 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites @ RFM - Brad Allured from Just Legit SoapRenoites at the Riverside Farmer's Market is a limited Renoites series with the vendors of the Riverside Farmer's Market in Reno, Nevada. The year-round farmer's market takes place Sundays at Idlewild Park from 8-1. You can find us at the Renoites booth most weeks, if you'd like to chat, share ideas, purchase merch or sign up to support the show financially, or just say hi!
This week's episode features Brad Allured from Just Legit Soap. Brad is a scientist by training and when he couldn't find a bar soap he liked, he decided to make one. Now...2023-07-1916 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites @ RFM - Samantha DeAndrea from Doula Co-opRenoites at the Riverside Farmer's Market is a limited Renoites series with the vendors of the Riverside Farmer's Market in Reno, Nevada. The year-round farmer's market takes place Sundays at Idlewild Park from 8-1. You can us at the Renoites booth most weeks, if you'd like to chat, share ideas, purchase merch or sign up to support the show financially, or just say hi!
This week's episode features Samantha DeAndrea from Doula Co-op discussing what a doula is and isn't (they aren't just for pregnancy!), how they fits into the world of medical care, the co-op model...2023-07-1517 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites LIVE - Reno Little Theater and Seussical the MusicalThis episode was recorded live at Reno Little Theater in Reno, Nevada on July 7, 2023.
Reno Little Theater is one of the longest-running community theater companies in the United States and are just finishing their 88th season here in Northern Nevada. Their most recent show, running through the end of July, is Seussical the Musical, a fun family-friendly musical featuring characters and stories from the works of Dr. Seuss.
On this episode, recorded live after the July 7 performance of Seussical, host Conor McQuivey spoke with the director of the show, Shea King, and technical director Chad...2023-07-1143 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaMike Van Houten with Downtown Development UpdatesMike Van Houten has been documenting the changes in downtown Reno for over a decade, with a focus on tracking what's happening and where on his blog, Downtown Makeover. He appeared on Renoites about 2 years ago, and a lot has certainly happened since then!
This week's episode is a recap of various development projects in Downtown Reno and and surrounding neighborhoods. Topics included the current status of the (failed?) City Center Harrah's renovation, the impacts of Reno Public Market and RED, rising rents in Midtown driving out long time businesses like Recycled Records, the debate over whether...2023-07-0453 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaMelissa Taylor on Community Theater in RenoJoin Renoites and Reno Little Theater LIVE on July 7 for an exclusive "Seussical: the Musical" post-show event featuring additional performances, interviews and audience Q&A!
Visit renoites.com for more information!
Reno Little Theater is one of the longest-running community theater companies in the United States, currently in their 88th season! Reno has been focused on growing it's reputation as a city that cares about the arts, and theater is a big part of that identity, including as it intersects with music, design, writing, and much more.
On this week's episode...2023-06-271h 00Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaWashoe County Manager Eric Brown*PLEASE VOTE FOR RENOITES AS "BEST LOCAL PODCAST" IN THE RENO NEWS & REVIEW BEST OF NORTHERN NEVADA*
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When we think of local government, often the people that come to mind are the mayor and city council, but we shouldn't forget that the city of Reno is but a part of the much larger Washoe County, whose jurisdiction overlaps and intersects with Reno, and extends as far north as the very top of the state.
On this week's episode of Renoites, host Conor McQuivey speaks with Washoe County's Manager, Eric Brown...2023-06-211h 17Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites Shorts - Nevada Museum of Art’s ”Ghost Army”The Nevada Museum of Art is currently showing an exhibition created by the World War 2 Museum in New Orleans called "Ghost Army: The Combat Con Artists of World War 2." The exhibit tells of the special unit in the war that was tasked with deception. Using inflatable fake tanks, pre-recorded radio chatter, and other illusions, they misled the German army about where troops were stationed. Several members of the unit went on to careers in art, including the painter Ellsworth Kelly and the fashion designer Bill Blass.
To tell us about the exhibit and other current works at...2023-06-1516 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaWill Durham on the Nevada Neon ProjectA few years ago, Nevada's state element was declared to be neon, to reflect the importance of neon lights in the identity of our cities both big and small. The effort to make this happen was spearheaded by local neon preservationist and director of the Nevada Neon Project, Will Durham.
Will has been saving neon signs from destruction throughout the state for many years, and has amassed a collection he hopes to turn into a world-class museum here in Reno.
On this episode of Renoites, Conor and Will discuss the importance of neon to Nevada's i...2023-06-1356 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites LIVE - Pete Menchetti on The Sticker Guy and DEBAUCH-A-ReNO Festival30 years ago, Reno teenager Pete Menchetti started a company called The Sticker Guy. Being actively involved in Reno's local music scene, Pete went from studying computer science to creating the first online sticker store in the very early days of Internet commerce.
Since then, Sticker Guy has been based in Reno and providing stickers for 30 years, while Pete has moved on to also creating a record label, Slovenly Recordings, and operating multiple music festivals around the world under the name We're Loud Fest (with events in Greece, Italy, Vietnam, Mexico, and plans for Kenya)
Next...2023-06-101h 16Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaGuest Host Mayor Hillary Schieve Interviews Conor about RenoitesOne of the great joy of hosting an interview podcast is having the opportunity to learn about a wide variety of guests and share their stories with listeners, but sometimes there isn't as much opportunity as hosts would like to share more about themselves.
On this week's episode of Renoites, we turn the microphone around for host Conor McQuivey to take the guest seat. And to lead the conversation as a special surprise guest host, Mayor Hillary Schieve returned to the show! Her previous episode of Renoites from May of last year was one of the most...2023-06-061h 17Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaLynette Eddy on Eddy House, Youth Homelessness, and Spirit over EgoReno's primary youth shelter for people aged 18-24 experiencing homelessness or otherwise at risk is Eddy House, a facility designed to bring together a variety of services under one roof. There are low barrier drop-in beds available, therapists and case workers, a residential program, and more.
The founder of Eddy House, Lynette Eddy, joins hosts Conor McQuivey and Ember Braun this week to discuss the origins of the organization, the life experiences that led to her involvement in helping at-risk youth, the value of a housing first model, providing services along with housing, and much more.
2023-05-3037 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaAshley and Colby Frey on Making Whiskey, from the Soil to the GlassBourbon Whiskey is one of the most popular spirits in the United States and consistently growing in popularity. It's an exclusively American spirit- to be called bourbon it has to be made here in the United States. Most distilleries use grains of mixed quality from farms across the county or even the world, but in Fallon, Frey Ranch has a rare business model: They grow all the grains used in their Bourbon, Rye, and several other unique varieties of whiskey right there in Fallon on their own farm.
This "Estate Distillery" model is rare, but lets them...2023-05-2359 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaIgnacio Barrón Viela on the Reno Philharmonic and Innovation in OrchestrasClassical music can sometimes be seen as a bit stuffy or unapproachable to some audiences, but people have been listening to symphonies for hundreds of years and despite the obvious and valuable connection the past, orchestras are also looking to the future and exploring how to reach more people.
This week on Renoites, Conor sat down with the new President and CEO of the Reno Philharmonic, Ignacio Barrón Viela. Viela most recently worked for the Billings Symphony in Montana, and took over the role here in Reno in 2022.
On this episode, we talked about h...2023-05-1657 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites LIVE - Brad Bynum of Elephant Rifle and Reno News & ReviewThis episode was recorded live at Black Rabbit Mead in Reno, Nevada on May 11, 2023.
On this episode of Renoites, recorded live at Black Rabbit Mead, we welcomed Brad Bynum, lead singer of the local band Elephant Rifle and former Editor of the Reno News & Review. Elephant Rifle has a new album out now and an album release show at The Holland Project on Saturday May 20.
We talked about the history of the band and Brad's connection to music, why Reno as a mid-size city allows for collaboration between artists of different genres, representing the biggest...2023-05-141h 23Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaMichael Thomas and Sarah Rosenfeld on Cannabis and BankingOne of the greatest challenges for cannabis businesses in this region is navigating the gray area between operating as a legal business in a state like Nevada and dealing with restrictions on basic business services because their products are not legal federally.
On this week's episode of Renoites, we welcome two guests: Sarah Rosenfeld is the owner of MMG Agriculture, a cannabis producer, and Michael Thomas is the Senior VP of Communications at Greater Nevada Credit Union, a local credit union that provides banking services to cannabis companies as part of a new pilot program.
...2023-05-091h 06Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites LIVE - Tim Mahoney and Annie Saunders on Reno ImprovThis episode of Renoites was recorded in front of a live audience at Black Rabbit Mead Company in Reno, Nevada on April 26, 2023
Being able to improvise is a fundamental skill for working in comedy or entertainment, but is also incredibly valuable just for going about our day to day lives. Being able to think on our feet and be creative serves us in our jobs and social lives whether we call it "improv" or not.
On this week's episode of Renoites, we welcome Tim Mahoney and Annie Saunders, both from Reno Improv. Reno Improv is...2023-05-051h 19Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaAlicia Barber on History, Preservation, and Sense of Place in RenoWelcome to the new season of Renoites!
This is the first episode of a brand new season, with a bunch of great guests in store. If you enjoy the show, please be sure to follow @renoites on Instagram, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so it will always be easy to find!
A common theme in the conversations I have about Reno are that it seems to be constantly changing. Growth can be exciting, I’m definitely happy to know that Reno is a place people want to come, but it’s often framed that...2023-05-021h 05Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites LIVE - The Scalley Cat ChampionsThis episode of Renoites was recorded in front of a live audience at Black Rabbit Mead Company in Reno, Nevada on March 30, 2023.
Every year, hundreds of bicyclists race around Reno and the surrounding area, in a 24-hour scavenger hunt and party called Scalley Cat. Challenges range from the intensely physical (ride from Reno to Virginia City to Tahoe and back) to the wild and ridiculous (mayonnaise wrestling is mentioned in this episode), with hundreds of challenges for various points. Bribes and rule-breaking are encouraged.
This episode is was recorded with a live audience at Black...2023-04-1354 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites LIVE - Vickie Musni on DJ Trivia and the #ChallengeForCharityThis episode of Renoites was recorded in front of a live audience at Black Rabbit Mead Company in Reno, Nevada on March 9, 2023
Vickie and Craig Musni started DJ Trivia Sierra Nevada 10 years ago with the goal of providing a family friendly trivia game that could help support local bars and restaurants by drawing crowds on their less busy nights during the week. Since then, the company has grown to over 35 venues in Northern Nevada and the Sierras.
On this week's episode of Renoites, Vickie returns to the podcast to talk about the history of her...2023-03-1845 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaBrian Sandoval on the University of Nevada, RenoIn 2020, the University of Nevada, Reno selected as the new president of the university the former Governor of Nevada, Brian Sandoval. Sandoval grew up in Sparks, attended UNR, and has spent most of his career in various political roles, including in the state legislature, as attorney general, as a federal judge, and for 2 terms as governor (from 2011-2019).
As Reno continues to grow, UNR and the surrounding area will have significant impacts on job opportunities for graduates, student and staff housing and affordability, business development and attracting industry to Northern Nevada, the urban landscape and walkability in...2023-03-0742 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaMichael Moberly on Beverage Innovation and the Bartending TradeLast time Michael Moberly was a guest on Renoites, it was the middle of the COVID pandemic and we talked about Reno's bar environment and history, especially in the midtown area. Michael has been a bartender and spirits educator for well over a decade in the Reno area.
On this week's episode, Michael returns to the podcast to talk about his new role with Monin Gourmet Flavorings, the largest family-owned company in that industry, with a huge production and distribution facility right here in Northern Nevada.
We talked about being an ambassador for Reno, developing...2023-03-0151 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaGary McKinney on Thacker Pass/Peehee Mu’HuhGary McKinney is a resident of Owyhee, Nevada, a small town on the Duck Valley Indian Reservation near the border of Idaho, about an hour north of Elko. Owyhee is located about 84 miles from a proposed lithium mine at Thacker Pass, an area known to the local indigenous community as Peehee Mu'Huh. Gary is the founder of People of Red Mountain, a group opposed to the Thacker Pass mine.
On this episode, we traveled to Owyhee to met with Gary, where we talked about the history of the area, from it's earliest days as a pony express m...2023-02-221h 28Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaSteven Ing on Sex, Dating and RelationshipsHappy Valentines Day! For today's episode of Renoites, we're talking sex, dating and relationships with our guest Steven Ing. Steven is a Reno-based marriage and family therapist with decades of experience in the field of sexuality and relationships and a contributor to Psychology Today where he writes a column called Sexual Futurist.
On this episode, Conor and Steven talked about how to approach new relationships with intentional interviewing to learn as much about potential partners as early as possible, about the differences between getting to know people online vs. in person, the "magic number" of how much...2023-02-141h 07Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaAngie Taylor on the Nevada Legislature and Washoe County School BoardThe Nevada Legislature only meets every other year, for 120 days. That's not a very long time to do all the legislative business of the state, including passing the state's budget. Recently elected governor Joe Lombardo recently presented his State of the State address outlining his priorities, and on this week's episode of Renoites, we are welcoming Nevada Assembly Member from District 27, Angie Taylor.
Angie previously served at the president of the Washoe County School Board, and this will be her first term in the Nevada Assembly. On this episode, Conor and Angie discuss her history on the...2023-02-0757 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaNancy Maldonado on PBS Reno and Classroom Education ProgramsPBS has long been a resource for educational television programming, from classics like Sesame Street, Reading Rainbow and Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, to newer series for the current generation of young people, like Wild Kratts and Martha Speaks.
Here at the local level, PBS Reno also creates workshops and educational programs for use in classrooms which are often facilitated by retired teachers, including an upcoming writing contest for young people expected to receive thousands of submissions. PBS Reno's workshops and classroom programs are present throughout the state- here in Washoe County and extending well into the rural communities.2023-01-3149 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites LIVE - Reno Drag Performers Vertigo and Armani the StarThis episode was recorded live at Black Rabbit Mead in Reno, Nevada on 1/26/23
Vertigo and Armani the Star are two of Reno's consistently hard working drag performers, with regular drag shows at 5 Star Saloon (the oldest gay bar in Nevada), drag brunches at other venues around town, and plans on the horizon for even more events, including a sober event to include drag fans who want a different setting than a bar.
On this week's bonus live episode of Renoites, recorded at Black Rabbit Mead, Conor talks with Vertigo and Armani about their entry into...2023-01-2951 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaBryan McArdle on Revitalizing RenoBryan McArdle is the Revitalization Manager for the City of Reno. His position involves attracting business and economic activity to Reno, ensuring that we have the available workforce to sustain growth in the area with an increasing quality of life, and building a shared story and vision of what kind of city Reno is and can be.
On this week's episode of Renoites, Conor and Bryan talk about what makes Reno a "Goldilocks" city of just the right size, what we can learn from other cities who have taken similar redevelopment and revitalization efforts, how the various...2023-01-181h 03Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaShaughn Richardson and Cesar Lopez on Podcasting and Up in the MixThis week on Renoites we are talking podcasting! Reno has a variety of local podcasts of different formats and covering different issues. About a year ago I was grateful to be invited to appear on Up in the Mix, a podcast and radio show hosted by Shaughn Richardson and Cesar Lopez. Up in the Mix is a hip hop inspired music, news and interview show that beginning it's 5th season and has released hundreds of episodes.
It was great to have Shaughn and Cesar join me on Renoites to discuss the history of their podcast, what they...2023-01-101h 12Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaMarina McCreary on Keeping Truckee Meadows BeautifulWelcome to the the newest season of Renoites! This is the first episode of season 5, kicking off 2023 with a great collection of guests in the coming weeks and months!
This week on Renoites, we welcome Marina McCreary, Beautification and Clean-Ups Program Manager for Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful. It is currently Christmas Tree Recycling season until January 10, so please click the link for more info if you have a Christmas tree! On this episode we talked about the various projects of KTMB, including annual and regular community clean-ups, the adopt a spot program to maintain areas throughout the...2023-01-0349 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites LIVE- Rachel Macintyre and Jessie Phillips of Wandering WyldThis episode was recorded live at Black Rabbit Mead on 11/30/22
Rachel Macintyre and Jessie Phillips are serial entrepreneurs in the local maker/pop-up retail/networking/co-working business as founders of their company Wandering Wyld (and it's associated Wyld Marketplace, Wyld Women Networking, and more..)
On this week's bonus live episode of Renoites, recorded at Black Rabbit Mead, Conor talks with Rachel and Jessie about the original intent of creating pop-up markets for local makers, investing in a historic building as a co-working space and event venue, adapting ideas and strategies from traditional retail to the p...2022-12-1349 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaMark Robison on Local Government ReportingIt's the last episode of Season 4 of Renoites! Thank you so much for listening, I've been thrilled with the guests we've been able to feature and really appreciate all the support from listeners and the community. Renoites will be back with new episodes in January, but in the mean time we'll still be doing bonus live tapings at Black Rabbit Mead so stay tuned (follow on Instagram @Renoites!)
This week on the show Conor is joined by Mark Robison, the local government reporter for the Reno Gazette-Journal. Mark has a long history with the local newspaper, spending...2022-11-0159 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaSpoken Views Poetry Collective’s Spooky Slam (Full Event)This episode was recorded live at Black Rabbit Mead on Wednesday October 26. There were so many great performances during Spoken Views Poetry Collective's spooky themed poetry slam that we decided to post a recording of the entire slam here for you.
If you enjoyed the highlights from our October 28 episode (which also featured a great interview with Iain Watson and Elisa Garcia), please have a listen to this recording of all the participating poets from the event that night!
This was a free event to attend, but if you'd like to support the work that...2022-11-011h 17Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites LIVE - Spoken Views Poetry Collective and Spooky SlamThis bonus LIVE episode of Renoites was recorded at Black Rabbit Meads as part of the 4th Street Art Project. Each month, we are doing a live taping of the show, and this time we were grateful to partner with Spoken Views Poetry Collective to be a part of their Halloween themed poetry slam.
On this episode, Conor spoke with Spoken Views founder Iain Watson and the host of this event, Elisa Garcia, about Reno's poetry scene, how Spoken Views got started, the importance of open mic nights, spoken vs written poetry, the competitive nature of poetry...2022-10-291h 11Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaJakki Durón on Abortion Rights and the Wild West Access FundAbortion rights and abortion access have been issues at the forefront of the political world for decades, and especially so this year with the overturning of Roe v. Wade. One of the ways that abortion rights advocates work to maintain access is to help fund abortion services for people in need of assistance. These abortion funds have appeared and grown all over the country.
This week on Renoites we're joined by Jakki Durón, the current Vice President of the Wild West Access Fund, a Nevada abortion fund that has grown from a small mutual aid group i...2022-10-251h 06Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaBONUS - Nevada SOS Candidate Cisco AguilarOctober 22 is the first day of early voting here in Nevada, and today we have a special BONUS episode of Renoites with one of the candidates for Secretary of State, Cisco Aguilar.
On this episode, Conor and Cisco talk about the major responsibilities of the office of Secretary of State, the role the office plays in regulating our elections (which are run by each county), the differing campaign strategies of turnout and persuasion, the politicization of non-partisan offices, the open primary and ranked choice ballot initiative, and more!
Thanks for listening and please make a...2022-10-2331 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaKristoffer Polaha on Working in Film and TelevisionThis week on Renoites, we are joined by Kristoffer Polaha, an actor originally from Reno who has appeared in recurring roles on many TV shows including Mad Men, Castle, Get Shorty, Backstrom, as well as starring in a number of movies for the Hallmark channel and appearing in major films like Wonder Woman 1984.
We talked about growing up in Reno and moving away and into a career in film, the differences between working in film and television, how religious faith informs the way we approach our work, the writing process for his new series of books, and...2022-10-1858 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaNettie Oliverio on the Reno Public MarketRenoites host Conor grew up here in Reno, and has a lot of memories of the Shoppers Square Mall (and it’s gradual decline), as well as of the vacant lot where Park Lane Mall once stood. But things have changed in recent years and the southern end of Midtown is seeing a lot of new development, first with the Reno Experience District on the Park Lane site, and coming soon, the Reno Public Market in the former Shopper’s Square building. The Market will be a food hall, artist creation and performance space, and local retail market for inde...2022-10-111h 04Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaCalen Evans on the Washoe Education Association and WCSD SchoolsIt’s no secret that schools in Northern Nevada are facing a lot of challenges. Washoe County is one of the most underfunded school districts in the country in terms of per-pupil spending, teachers are leaving the profession for more lucrative jobs, resulting in major staff shortages, and funding strategies like cannabis taxes have not been the cure-all some have hoped.
Joining Conor on the podcast today to talk about the issues facing our Northern Nevada schools is Calen Evans, founder of the grassroots teacher advocacy group Empower Nevada Teachers, and elected this year as President of th...2022-10-041h 05Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRosie Zuckerman on The Radical Cat and Activism in RenoWhat does it mean to be radical? Is it being an activist? Is it being a space for banned books, feminism, anti-racism and LGBT empowerment? This week, Co-Producer Lynn Lazaro met with Rosie Zuckerman, one of the owners of The Radical Cat. They talk about the store’s book selection, cat lounge, and how it functions as a community space. Rosie also tells us what the word “radical” means to her, and how they are involved with the activist community in Reno.
If you enjoy this episode, please consider sending a tip to @Renoites on Venmo or check...2022-09-2732 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaEd Adkins on Crawl Reno and Themed Bar CrawlsWhen you think of busy nights out at local bars, there are a few obvious events. New Years Eve? Saint Patrick's Day? But here in Reno we have some additional nights throughout the year where everyone gets dressed up and all the bars are busy and full of energy. Themed bar crawls organized by Crawl Reno create the "epic night out" throughout the year.
This week on Renoites, we welcome Ed Adkins, the creator of Crawl Reno. Ed and Conor talk about the appeal of themed bar crawl events, the first iterations of the crawls, building relationships...2022-09-2055 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaDr. Bayo Curry-Winchell on Racial Issues in MedicineShortly after starting this podcast, in the middle of the COVID pandemic, I met my friend Elizabeth for coffee because she had some great suggestions for Renoites guests. The first person she told me about was Dr Bayo Curry-Winchell, Medical Director for St. Mary's Urgent Care and Carbon Health. She told me that Dr. BCW (as she is often called) would be the perfect guest to discuss not only the pandemic but other hugely important issues of public health.
I am so glad to finally have Dr. BCW join me on the podcast. In this episode, we...2022-09-131h 11Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaBriana Dolan on the Reno Tahoe International Art ShowThis weekend (September 8-11) marks the first year of a brand new annual art event in Reno, and the first of its kind on the west coast. The Reno Tahoe International Art Show will take place from September 8-11 at the Reno Sparks Convention Center, plus feature additional events at the Nevada Museum of Art and Cargo Concert Hall at Whitney Peak.
This art fair will feature works from virtually every arts organization in Reno, 80+ live music acts, a short film program in collaboration with the Cordillera International Film Festival, major sculptures direct from Burning Man and...2022-09-0648 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaMike Pilcher on Organized Labor and Reno LaborFestWelcome to season 4 of Renoites! This week on the first episode of the new season, we welcome Mike Pilcher, President of the Northern Nevada Central Labor Council. Labor Day is coming up soon and Reno is holding a LaborFest event at Idlewild Park on September 5 (which of course is Labor Day) from 11-4.
In this episode, Mike and Conor discuss the goals and purpose of organized labor, what the central labor council does, the challenge of educating both workers and employers, the changing trends in unionization efforts over the years, the impact of the covid pandemic on...2022-08-3054 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites LIVE - Monique Baron and Sven and Tammi Waldhoer on Burning Man FashionRecorded live at Black Rabbit Mead Company in Downtown Reno, this bonus episode is the third of a series in collaboration with the 4th Street Art Project. The fourth Wednesday of each month, several venues on East 4th Street will feature art related events, including live tapings of Renoites at Black Rabbit Mead. Please come join us for the next one on September 28th!
On this week's episode, recorded live August 24, Conor welcomes several leaders from the Burning Man fashion community to discuss the fashion and style of Burning Man. What makes it different than other festival...2022-08-2759 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaBONUS - Live from Northern Nevada Pride Mini Episode 4/5As regular listeners know, the format of the Renoites podcast is generally long form interviews lasting about an hour. I really like this format because it lets me get into more substantive discussions and learn a lot. This episode is a little different, and is the fourth of 5 bonus episodes recorded at Northern Nevada Pride on 7/23/22 in Reno, Nevada.
At the festival, I set up a mobile recording studio with big comfy chairs and invited friends, former guests, folks from various nonprofits, and even a couple passersby to sit down and record quick interviews to share what...2022-08-2211 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaBONUS - Live from Northern Nevada Pride Mini Episode 3/5As regular listeners know, the format of the Renoites podcast is generally long form interviews lasting about an hour. I really like this format because it lets me get into more substantive discussions and learn a lot. This episode is a little different, and is the third of 5 bonus episodes recorded at Northern Nevada Pride on 7/23/22 in Reno, Nevada.
At the festival, I set up a mobile recording studio with big comfy chairs and invited friends, former guests, folks from various nonprofits, and even a couple passersby to sit down and record quick interviews to share what...2022-08-0915 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites LIVE - Cosmic Hearts on Sound Healing and Sound BathsRecorded live at Black Rabbit Mead Company in Downtown Reno, this bonus episode is the second of a series in collaboration with the 4th Street Art Project. The last Wednesday of each month, several venues on East 4th Street will feature art related events, including live tapings of Renoites at Black Rabbit Mead. Please come join us for the next one!
On this week's episode, recorded live July 27, Conor welcomes the sound healing collective Cosmic Hearts. The collective hosts group sound healing events called sound baths, as well as working individually in the world of holistic wellness...2022-07-301h 07Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites LIVE - Nick Rogers on Bass Camp Fest and Electronic MusicLive from Black Rabbit Mead Company in Downtown Reno, this bonus episode is the first of a series in collaboration with the 4th Street Art Project.
On this week's episode, recorded live June 29, Conor welcomes Nick Rogers, the co-founder of the Bass Camp Music Festival, an electronic music festival held at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Lake Tahoe. Along with Bass Camp, the weekend also features a bluegrass festival and a reggae festival.
Conor and Nick discuss the music festival business, the challenges that come with working in a fun industry like music...2022-07-1349 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaTabitha Mueller on Reno’s Affordable Housing CrisisOne of the most important challenges cities face right now is the growing cost of housing. The cost of a home is at record highs in the Reno area, apartment rents continue to increase well beyond the point of affordability for many working people, and barriers to building new residential units lead to a constrained supply that continues to put upward pressure on prices.
This week on Renoites, Conor welcomes Tabitha Mueller, housing reporter for The Nevada Independent. Tabitha and Conor discuss the affordable housing crisis in the Reno area, including the root causes of increasing home...2022-06-221h 06Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRon Kaminkow on Trains and RailroadsOne of the most essential elements of our infrastructure in the United States, for moving freight across the country, for getting travelers and commuters to their destinations, and for addressing the challenges of a changes climate is railroads. There are about 140,000 miles of railroad track in the United States, much of it being severely under-utilized for various reasons.
On this episode of Renoites, we welcome Ron Kaminkow. Ron is an Amtrak Engineer based in Reno, Nevada who serves as co-chair of the Nevada Rail Coalition, a "citizen-based initiative that brings together organizations, groups and individuals, including unions...2022-05-101h 03Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaLily Baran on Activism, Advocacy, Anarchism and Mutual AidIf you have been paying attention to any of the big news stories in Reno for the last few years, you’ve probably heard a lot from the local activist community.
From the protests following the police killing of George Floyd in 2020, to the Stop the Sweeps protests and rallies which picked up steam last year, all the way up to the recent community meetings about development and the Jacobs’ Neon Line project, the voices of our local activist community have been a common presence.
This week on Renoites, Conor speaks with Lily Baran about the m...2022-02-231h 12Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRachel Story on Feline Rescue and Trap/Neuter/ReturnThis week on Renoites, it's time to talk all about cats and cat rescue! Our guest this week is Rachel Story, a feline rescue advocate who runs the local cat rescue Feral at Heart and works with the Enchanted Cat Cafe. Rachel's focus is on Trap/Neuter/Return, a strategy that allows anyone to help reduce the feral cat population in their neighborhood by trapping feral cats and having them neutered at a local low-cost clinic, then returning them back to where they were trapped.
Conor and Rachel talk about the TNR approach and why it is...2022-02-1650 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaMichael Tragash on Yelp Reno and the Importance of FeedbackThis week's guest on Renoites is the Community Director for Yelp Reno, Michael Tragash. Through his position with Yelp, Michael helps local businesses connect with their customers through events and sharing their stories and make the most of the customer feedback they receive.
Conor and Michael discuss Yelp and how it works, how trust and reliability are essential for business owners and their online reviewers, what the "feedback economy" is and why it matters to business owners more than ever, restaurants as a gateway to the many diverse cultures represented in the Reno area, what the Yelp...2022-02-011h 09Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaYeVonne Allen on Northern Nevada Pride and Our CenterSaturday, July 24 will be Reno's annual Northern Nevada Community Pride Parade and Festival. In this week's episode, Conor is joined by YeVonne Allen from Northern Nevada Pride and Our Center, Reno's LGBTQIA+ community gathering place.
Conor and YeVonne talk all things Pride, from Reno's LGBTQ history, the origins of Northern Nevada Pride, what to expect at the events this year, how the pride parade and festival raise funds for Our Center, other events and promotions happening this week, the importance of in-person spaces for the LGBTQ community, and so much more!
Learn more about this S...2021-07-201h 02Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaRenoites Q&A! Conor answers Listener QuestionsThis week's special episode of Renoites is our first audience Q&A! Renoites has been on the air for about 4 months, and this time Conor takes a week off from interviewing guests to instead answer questions from listeners about himself, the podcast, Reno, and much more.
Topics include the behind the scenes of how to make a podcast, the best way to spend time outdoors, meeting people in the post-pandemic world, using the Couchsurfing app to travel and meet cool people, living in a Prius for a year, local arts and artists, what goes into selecting and...2021-06-1543 minRenoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaGrant Denton on Addiction, Karma Box, and Safe CampsRising homelessness has become a major topic in Reno in recent years, with a massive increase during the pandemic. A large new shelter, the NV Cares campus, is opening in phases and will include a safe camping area, there's conflict around the disbandment of existing encampments, and the conversation continues over the best ways to help bring people from homelessness to stability and growth.
In this episode, Conor is joined by Grant Denton, founder of the Karma Box project, a "little free library" mutual aid model that helps the community directly provide food and essential items for...2021-06-011h 25Renoites- The Podcast about Reno NevadaKurt Thigpen on Washoe County SchoolsTrustee Kurt Thigpen joins Conor on the podcast this week to discuss his path to being elected to the Washoe County School District Board of Trustees last year, the issues that schools are facing right now in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, diversity and inclusion in schools, clearing up misconceptions about new curriculum (spoiler alert, it's not critical race theory!), school funding, and much more!
Thanks for listening! Education is a very important topic so if you have feedback, guest suggestions, or ideas for future episodes of Renoites, please let me know! My email address is...2021-05-0457 min