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Tahoe TAPEp. 59 - Tony Karwowski - North Tahoe Community Alliance (NTCA)Welcome back to the Tahoe TAP, everyone! Your hosts, Mike Peron and Rob Galloway, are back in action, ready to bring you another fresh episode packed with all things Tahoe—the latest news, epic adventures, and the incredible people who make this place special. In this episode, we sit down with Tony Karwowski, President and CEO of the North Tahoe Community Alliance (NTCA). A 20-year resident of the North Lake Tahoe region, Tony was the Director of Base Area Operations at Northstar California Resort for 14 years. He served on both the Truckee North Tahoe Transportation Ma...
2025-02-1833 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 58 - Jeff DeFranco - Lake Tahoe Community CollegeWelcome back to The Tahoe TAP! Your hosts, Mike Peron and Rob Galloway, are here with another episode packed with Things, Adventure, and People from around the Tahoe region, delivered straight to your ears. We kick things off with a quick roundup of the latest local news, but the highlight of this episode is our in-depth conversation with Jeff DeFranco, Superintendent/President of Lake Tahoe Community College. We dive into the powerful concept of #PromisesMadePromisesKept and how Jeff is making a lasting impact on education and the community in South Lake Tahoe. A California native...
2025-02-0442 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 57 - Joe Irvin - City of South Lake TahoeIn this episode of The Tahoe TAP, your hosts Mike Peron and Rob Galloway are back to deliver the latest scoop on all things Tahoe—Things, Adventure, and People. We kick things off with a quick roundup of top local news from around the Tahoe region before diving into a fascinating conversation with our featured guest, Joe Irvin, the City Manager for the City of South Lake Tahoe. For the past 3.5 years, Joe has been at the helm of municipal operations, working closely with the City Council to implement policies and improve the community. With a Bachelor’s de...
2025-01-2139 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 56 - Bryan Allegretto - OpenSnowWelcome back to the Tahoe TAP! Join hosts Mike Peron and Rob Galloway as they bring you the latest Things, Adventure, and People from around the Tahoe region. This week, we’re diving into the world of snow forecasting with none other than Bryan Allegretto—California Snow Forecaster and part owner of OpenSnow, aka Tahoe’s snow bible. Bryan, also known as B.A., is a rockstar in the mountain weather community, trusted by skiers and riders across the globe. From his roots in South Jersey chasing storms for surf and snow to becoming a go-to expert with o...
2025-01-0745 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 55 - Nettie Pardue - Tahoe Destination Stewardship CouncilWelcome back to the Tahoe TAP! Your hosts, Mike Peron and Rob Galloway, are here to deliver another episode packed with Things, Adventure, and People—all rooted in the Tahoe region. This week, we kick things off with a quick roundup of top news from around Lake Tahoe. Then, we dive into an inspiring conversation with Nettie Pardue, Managing Director of the Tahoe Destination Stewardship Council. Nettie shares how her team is bringing the Lake Tahoe Destination Stewardship Plan to life, enhancing the balance between thriving tourism, vibrant communities, and environmental sustainability. As a Meyers lo...
2024-12-2445 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 54 - Shaydar Edelmann - Heavenly Mountain ResortWelcome back to the Tahoe TAP! Mike Peron and Rob Galloway here, your go-to guides for all things Tahoe—where we dive into Things, Adventure, and People that make this place one-of-a-kind. As always, we’ll kick things off with a quick roundup of the top news from around the Tahoe region. Then, we shift gears and dive into an engaging conversation with today’s guest—Shaydar Edelmann, the Vice President and General Manager of Heavenly Mountain Resort. With 25 years of experience in the snow sports industry, Shaydar joins Heavenly from Park City Mountain, where he serve...
2024-12-1032 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 53 - Andy Chapman - Travel North Tahoe NevadaWelcome back to the Tahoe TAP! Your hosts, Mike Peron and Rob Galloway, are here with another episode packed full of Things, Adventure, and People — all centered around our beloved Lake Tahoe. We kick things off with a quick roundup of the latest Tahoe region news, keeping it local as always. Then, we dive into an engaging conversation with this week’s guest, Andy Chapman, President/CEO of Travel North Tahoe Nevada (TNTNV). Andy has called Tahoe home for nearly 30 years and brings over 25 years of experience in the tourism industry. As a key player in r...
2024-11-2643 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 52 - Anthony Cupaiuolo - Tahoe Backcountry AllianceWelcome back to Tahoe TAP, your go-to podcast for all Things, Adventure & People in Lake Tahoe! Hosts Mike Peron and Rob Galloway are back with another fresh episode, packed with the latest news from around the Tahoe region and an inspiring deep dive into the Tahoe backcountry community. This week, we’re thrilled to introduce you to Anthony Cupaiuolo, Executive Director of the Tahoe Backcountry Alliance. Anthony is a long-time South Tahoe local, seasoned splitboarder, and passionate advocate for human-powered winter recreation. As the voice for backcountry enthusiasts, he leads the charge on key issues affecting winter ac...
2024-11-1240 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 51 - Tahoe Knight MonstersWelcome back to The Tahoe TAP with your hosts Mike Peron and Rob Galloway! In this episode, we're diving into all things Tahoe with a fresh roundup of top news from around the region. Then, we shift gears to spotlight the Tahoe Knight Monsters, a brand-new minor league hockey team that just debuted to an impressive sold-out crowd of 4,025 fans. Join us as we chat with Anthony Benge, Vice President of the Tahoe Knight Monsters, to get the inside scoop on the team’s vision and what makes them unique. Playing in the ECHL and based out of...
2024-10-2933 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 50 - ECO-CLEAN SolutionsWelcome back to The Tahoe TAP! Your hosts, Mike Peron and Rob Galloway, are here with another intriguing episode of Things, Adventure, and People, all Tahoe-related for your listening pleasure. The guests this show will be Co-Founders JB Harris & JT Chevallier from ECO-CLEAN Solutions which is revolutionizing beach clean ups via robots and was recently awarded the prestigious TRPA “Best in Basin” Award for Science & Innovation.. While volunteer beach cleanups are vital in Lake Tahoe, they often miss the litter buried beneath the sand. ECO-CLEAN Solutions proudly introduces BEBOT to Lake Tahoe – the first of its kind on the...
2024-10-1535 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 49 - Tahoe Truckee Excellence in EducationWelcome back to Tahoe TAP with your hosts, Mike Peron and Rob Galloway! In this episode, we’re diving deep into all things Tahoe with our usual round-up of local news, followed by a special interview with Laura Brown and Amy Macosko from the Tahoe Truckee Excellence in Education Foundation. Laura, the foundation’s Executive Director for over 20 years, is retiring, and Amy is stepping in as the interim director. Tune in to hear how this amazing organization, founded by concerned citizens, has grown from a grassroots effort to a powerhouse of local educational support, investing over $6.1 mill...
2024-10-0137 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 48 - Tahoe Water for Fire Suppression PartnershipTahoe TAP Podcast: Tahoe Water for Fire Suppression Partnership Join hosts Mike Peron and Rob Galloway for another exciting episode of Things, Adventure, and People, where we dive deep into all things Tahoe! In this episode, we kick off with a local news roundup, covering the top stories from around the Tahoe region. Then, we shift gears to focus on the Tahoe Water for Fire Suppression Partnership, a vital bi-state collaboration formed in response to the 2007 Angora Fire. We’re joined by three special guests: Justin Broglio (PIO at North Tahoe PUD), Shelly Thomsen (Director of...
2024-09-1743 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 47 - Heather Segale - Tahoe Environmental Research Center - UC DavisOn this episode of Tahoe TAP, your hosts, Mike Peron and Rob Galloway bring you another fresh episode of "Things, Adventure, and People," all Tahoe-related for your listening pleasure. The focus of this week’s show is getting to know Sustainability Superstar Heather Segale, the Education & Outreach Director at the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) located in Incline Village. For over 15 years, Heather Segale has been fostering stewardship programs that spark interest in environmental science. From school-aged children to adults, Heather has been instrumental in establishing a culture of environmental awareness and cultivating a...
2024-09-0447 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 46 - Chief Sommers - North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District On this episode of Tahoe TAP, hosts Mike Peron and Rob Galloway deliver local news and feature an in-depth interview with Ryan E. Sommers, Fire Chief of the North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District. Chief Sommers' team is renowned for their excellence in preventing, preparing for, and responding to emergencies in the communities of Incline Village and Crystal Bay, Nevada.   Ryan E. Sommers was unanimously appointed to the position on September 21, 2016, becoming the seventh Chief since the district's founding in 1959. Sommers was born in Reno and raised in Incline Village, and began his career with the NLTFPD in 1991 as a s...
2024-08-1942 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 45 - Chris McNamara - Outdoor Gear LabThe highlight of today's show will be our in-depth interview with Lake Tahoe's Local Legend, Chris McNamara. "Chris Mac" is a name synonymous with adventure and extreme sports. An El Capitan-addicted big wall climber, ex-wingsuit BASE jumper, author of ten books, and co-founder of several notable platforms including SuperTopo, OutdoorGearLab, and Ski Run Presents, McNamara’s accolades are extensive. He is also a TAMBA Hall of Famer, solidifying his status as a key figure in the outdoor adventure community. As the Editor-in-Chief and co-founder of the GearLab websites, Chris has carved out a niche as a...
2024-08-0637 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 44 - Shaggy - Lake Tahoe Reggae FestivalYour hosts, Mike Peron and Rob Galloway, are here to bring you another exciting episode of Things, Adventure, and People, all Tahoe-related, for your listening pleasure. The highlight of today's show is our exclusive interview with Grammy Award winner Shaggy, the headliner of the Lake Tahoe Reggae Festival happening from Saturday, August 3, through Sunday, August 4 at Palisades Tahoe. Born Orville Richard Burrell and raised in Kingston, Jamaica, Shaggy is the only diamond-selling dancehall artist in music history, having sold more than 40 million album units to date. He has landed eight singles on the Billboard Hot 100 and seven...
2024-07-2336 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 43 - Drew Bray - TAMBA (Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association)This week's episode kicks off with a quick roundup of the top news from the Tahoe area, keeping it local and relevant for listeners. But the highlight of the show is an in-depth interview with Drew Bray, the Executive Director of the Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association (TAMBA). TAMBA, a volunteer-driven nonprofit organization founded in 1988, is dedicated to building, maintaining, and advocating for multi-use trails in Tahoe. The organization also focuses on educating all trail users and hosting fun community events. TAMBA's efforts ensure the maintenance of over 100 miles of trails each year, making it a cornerstone...
2024-07-0945 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 42 - Jesse Patterson - Keep Tahoe Blue - The League to Save Lake TahoeWelcome back to the Tahoe TAP! In the latest episode, hosts Mike Peron and Rob Galloway delve into local news and engage in an in-depth conversation with Jesse Patterson, Chief Strategy Officer of the League to Save Lake Tahoe, popularly known as Keep Tahoe Blue. Known as Tahoe’s strongest environmental watchdog, “The League” proactively identifies problems and finds solutions using science and innovation to take rapid action - Their 3 main pillars are tackling invasive species, combating pollution and advancing restoration For over a decade, Patterson has been at the forefront of the League’s campaign...
2024-06-2536 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 41 - Steve Young - Celebrity Golf Tahoe - American Century ChampsionshipWelcome to Tahoe TAP! Hosts Mike Peron and Rob Galloway are back to deliver another engaging and informative show. The dynamic duo, known for their vibrant chemistry and deep connection to the Tahoe region, are thrilled to bring listeners a unique blend of local news and celebrity interviews. Peron and Galloway kick off the episode with a quick roundup of the top news stories from around the Tahoe area, ensuring their audience stays informed about the latest happenings in the community. This segment is a staple of the show, providing valuable insights and updates to Tahoe residents...
2024-06-1159 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 40 - Anthony Porter - Tahoe Rim Trail AssociationTahoe TAP Podcast Highlights Anthony Porter: Champion of the Tahoe Rim Trail In their latest episode, the dynamic hosts of Tahoe TAP, Mike Peron and Rob Galloway, are back with another compelling installment focused on the local gems of the Tahoe region. This week, they shine the spotlight on Anthony Porter, the Communications Director of the Tahoe Rim Trail Association (TRTA), offering listeners a deep dive into the work and passion behind one of the most scenic trail systems in the world. The Tahoe Rim Trail (TRT) is a testament to natural beauty and recreational...
2024-05-2831 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 39 - Amy Berry - Tahoe FundMike Peron and Rob Galloway, the vibrant hosts of Tahoe TAP, are back to whisk listeners away on another enthralling journey. Today, they embark on a mission to spotlight an individual whose efforts have left an indelible mark on the pristine landscapes of Lake Tahoe. Listeners, get ready to delve into the heart of environmental advocacy as Tahoe TAP presents an exclusive interview with none other than Amy Berry, the driving force behind Tahoe Fund. Established in 2010, Tahoe Fund stands tall as a beacon of hope for the preservation of Lake Tahoe's natural splendor. With a laser...
2024-05-1341 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 38 - Summer '24 Tahoe Events PreviewJoin hosts Mike Peron and Rob Galloway on the Tahoe TAP as we gear up for an epic summer at the lake in 2024! From pulse-pounding concerts to mouthwatering food festivals and unforgettable family outings, we've got you covered with the inside scoop on all the hottest events around Lake Tahoe. Tune in as we dish out expert tips, share personal experiences, and highlight must-see attractions to make your summer in Tahoe truly unforgettable. Whether you're a seasoned local or a first-time visitor, the Tahoe TAP is your ultimate guide to making the most of the summer season...
2024-04-3042 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 37 - Cody Bass - Mayor, City of South Lake Tahoe & Executive Director of Tahoe Wellness CenterThis week the Tahoe TAP podcast brings you Cody Bass, current Mayor of City of South Lake Tahoe and Founder/Executive Director of Tahoe Wellness Center. Cody Bass was born into cannabis, but ventured into cultivating cannabis at the age of eighteen in the hills of Mendocino. He purchased his first parcel of land at twenty five to cultivate cannabis. This property is now licensed with Mendocino County for the legal cultivation for Tahoe Wellness Cooperative. Cody founded Tahoe Wellness Cooperative in January of 2009 and continues to serve as the Executive Director. Mayor Bass was i...
2024-04-1542 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 36 - John Rice - Sierra-at-TahoeThis week the Tahoe TAP podcast brings you John Rice, General Manager of Sierra-at-Tahoe, aspiring musician and pioneer of the snow sports industry. During his 46 year career, John is well known for his work in bringing snowboarding to the resort industry, is credited with building the first full-time snowboard terrain park in the U.S. and continues to consult with resorts around the world - among many other community engagements! He keeps the tradition of family music alive as a guitarist and singer of "Preachers Pickers" and continues to stay active in youth sports and o...
2024-04-0444 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 35 - The Devil Makes Three - WinterWonderGrassThis week the Tahoe TAP podcast brings you The Devil Makes Three which is headlining WinterWonderGrass music festival - the 8th annual alpine celebration of bluegrass music and springtime in the Sierra being held April 5 – April 7, 2024, at the Palisades Tahoe Resort in Olympic Valley, California.  The Devil Makes Three is an Americana band known for their unique blend of “bluegrass” which is described on their website as wandering folk, Delta blues, whiskey-soaked ragtime, and reckless rock ‘n’ roll. Their lyrics often explore themes of love, loss, addiction, and the darker aspects of life, drawing from both traditional folk music...
2024-03-1931 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 34 - Julie Regan - Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA)This week the Tahoe TAP podcast brings you Julie Regan, Executive Director of the Tahoe Planning Agency (TRPA) to chat about affordable housing solutions, struggles and strategies. Julie Regan is a seasoned Lake Tahoe executive. In 2022, the 15-member Governing Board of the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) selected Julie to lead the organization which is charged with environmental protection of the second deepest lake in the United States. Julie is a proven leader in environmental conservation, government affairs, and community engagement with decades of experience in the public and private sectors. She has held a leadership position...
2024-03-0438 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 33 - Doug Hartline - Tahoe SNOWFESTThis week the Tahoe TAP podcast brings you Doug Hartline, Board President of North Lake Tahoe's SNOWFEST - one of the largest winter mountain festivals on the west coast. In its 42nd year, this 10-day, annual event celebrates the best of North Lake Tahoe and all it has to offer by showcasing the relationships between the local community and the people who visit. Their mission is to support local nonprofits, public programs, student organizations, and scholarships, through the production of a unique set of events dating back to its ideation in 1981. From ski town nightlife to outdoor...
2024-02-2026 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 32 - McAvoy Layne - Mark TwainTahoe TAP: No national politics, no updates on the wars and definitely no celebrity gossip taking place here. We’re bringing you a summary of the most engaging local news recently reported plus a peek into the future of what our Tahoe Daily Tribune and Sierra Sun journalism teams are developing for publication. This episode's guest interview will be spent getting to know McAvoy Layne on a more personal and intimate level. For 35 years now, in over four thousand performances from Piper’s Opera House in Virginia City to Leningrad University in Russia, McAvoy has been preeminent in p...
2024-02-0324 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 31 - Paul Reder - PR EntertainmentIn addition to local headlines and a summer music and events roundup; our special guest is Paul Reder, Founder and CEO of PR Entertainment plus much more!   Paul Reder has been a Tahoe resident since the age of 22 and has grown to become an entertainment mogul in the region. He’s the President of PR Entertainment, one of Nevada's largest independent concert promoters and theatrical producers. Paul is also President & CEO of Bass Camp Festival which produces EDM events throughout the year, including the annual Bass Camp Festival, President/CEO of the record label, Bass Cam...
2022-05-1251 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 30 - Chief Ryan Sommers - North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection DistrictIn addition to local headlines and our picks for summer live music venues; our special guest this week is the Chief Ryan Sommers of North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District. Chief Sommers is the seventh Chief of NLTFPD since its inception in 1959 with a unanimous vote on Sept. 21, 2016. Born in Reno and raised in Incline Village, he started his career in 1991 as a seasonal volunteer firefighter. Throughout his tenure, Sommers moved up through all of the respective ranks from dispatcher, firefighter, Engineer, Captain, Battalion Chief and Assistant Fire Chief. Enjoy!
2022-04-2854 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 29 - Devin Middlebrook - Mayor City of South Lake TahoeIn addition to local headlines, Earth Week happenings and top Easter brunch options; our special guest this week is the Mayor of South Lake Tahoe, Devin Middlebrook! Devin Middlebrook is a native of South Lake Tahoe, the youngest Mayor in SLT history, a senior planner at the TRPA and an active community pillar. He is sure to bring a solid mix of progressive thought and local precedent to every conversation. Enjoy!
2022-04-1447 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 28 - Jacquie Chandler - Sustain TahoeIn addition to local headlines, national need to know news and spring adventure options; our special guest this week is Jacquie Chandler from Sustain Tahoe where we discuss stewardship, geotourism and the shared vision of Tahoe’s future.   Jacquie Chandler, Executive Director of Sustain Tahoe, facilitates the adoption of responsible travel and stewardship recreation within the Tahoe Truckee Watershed region. Inspired by the decades of lake science by Dr Charles Goldman, Jacquie felt compelled to help. Add to the mix, May 2007, when she attended a South Lake Tahoe Tourism Conference where she met the Executive Dir...
2022-03-3157 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 27 - Joanne Marchetta - Tahoe Regional Planning AgencyOur special guest this week: Joanne Marchetta from Tahoe Regional Planning Agency!   Joanne Marchetta is the Executive Director of the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency, a bi-state compact agency whose mission is to cooperatively lead the work to preserve, restore, and enhance the natural and human environment of the Lake Tahoe Region. Since 2009, she has led the Agency and basin through transformational changes to strengthen the environment, economy, and communities of Lake Tahoe. She came to Tahoe in 2009 to serve as TRPA’s General Counsel before taking on the leadership role as Director. Joanne serves on the...
2022-03-1751 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 26 - Denise Upton - Lake Tahoe Wildlife CareOur special guest this week: Denise Upton from Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care!   After joining LTWC in 1995, Denise became one of the most hands-on volunteers involved with the daily care at LTWC. She served on the LTWC board for six years and was the president for two terms before being hired as Animal Care Director in 2014. We discuss coexisting with wildlife in Tahoe, Hank the Tank, and the new center that is being built.
2022-03-0347 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 25 - Ryan Carr - Mental Health & PerformanceOur special guest this week: Ryan Carr! Ryan Carr is the Performance Supervisor and a certified Mental Performance Coach at the Barton Center for Orthopedics & Wellness. Prior to Barton, Ryan was a performance and strength/conditioning coach at Princeton University, Seton Hall University, Iona College, and the University of Hartford. His purpose is to live with passion, presence, and optimism, and to positively impact people to maximize their potential so that we can all create and live the life we love!  His workshops (both group and 1-on-1) with local and national organizations help people realize t...
2022-02-1748 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 24 - Daron Rahlves - Feb. 3 2022Our special guest this week: Daron Rahlves!  Daron Rahlves, former Olympian, American World Cup alpine ski racer, freestyle skier and RedBull athlete extraordinaire was born in Walnut Creek and currently resides in Truckee, CA. He is one of the most celebrated skiers in history as a 4-time Olympian (1998, 2002, 2006, 2010), World Champion (Super-G Gold in 2001) and winner of 28 World Cup podiums overall. Most importantly, he is a proud father of twins and loving husband to Michelle Rahlves!  
2022-02-0356 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 23 - Kevin & Rich Alibi Aleworks - Jan. 20, 2022Our special guests this week: Kevin Drake and Rich Romo, Founders of Alibi Aleworks! Listen in on how a Tahoe Native and a craft beer guru united to build one of the most well known and tasty craft beer empires in the Lake Tahoe region.
2022-01-2054 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPEp. 22: Todd Offenbacher - Jan. 6 2022 Our special guest this week: Todd Offenbacher! (pronounced Tod Offenbacher)  Born Oct 30th 1962 in Prince Georges, MD... He was the fastest kid in 4th grade running the 100 yard dash. quickly grounded by his parents all of 7th through 9th grade, and shot straight to the top sales person at "Offenbacher Pool n Patio" in 1979 all while holding a solid 2.7 GPA at Wooten High School!  Fast forward many light years ahead and Todd has become the founder of Tahoe Adventure Film Festival, Lead Ski Guide at IceAxe Expeditions, world renowned rock-climber, cover model for Muscle Magazine, Bra...
2022-01-0649 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 5/20/21
2021-05-2013 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 5/11/21Quick-hitting news bits from around the globe and inside your community to keep you up to speed with the world! LOCAL NEWS:  - Exciting announcement coming out yesterday on the entertainment front – we talked about this a few episodes ago that with Douglas County opening up to 100% on the NV side, perhaps it would mean things like events and concerts could start to come back and we got not only the announcement that the summer concert series was going to be a go, we also got an initial glimpse at the lineup, which got pretty roasted on...
2021-05-1114 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk -5/4/21Quick-hitting news bits from around the globe and inside your community to keep you up to speed with the world!  NATIONAL NEWS: - Want to hit all 47 national parks in the lower 48 in the most efficient path possible? No room for roadside attractions deviations on University of Penn researcher Dr. Randal Olson National Parks Service map but if you have 14,498 miles worth of gas money and roughly 2 months you can hop on this circuit from anywhere in the country and come home seeing everything the NPS has to offer (LINK) - It’s official - C...
2021-05-0413 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 4/27/21Quick-hitting news bits from around the globe and inside your community to keep you up to speed with the world!  LOCAL NEWS: - Douglas County commissioners passed their plan the week before last that would have most businesses reopen to 100% capacity by May 1. That plan was reviewed Thursday last week by the NV COVID-19 task force and it was passed. So, beginning this Saturday, the first county surrounding the Lake will get back to normal – although masks will still be required (although I’m not sure how much of that will actually be getting enforced) - casin...
2021-04-2715 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 4/13/21Quick-hitting news bits from around the globe and inside your community to keep you up to speed with the world! National News: - A Cancer Surviving Girl Scout Broke the Record, Selling over 32K Boxes of Cookies… Now that’s a lot of dough.! Proceeds will go to childhood cancer research and to an organization that feeds the homeless. Lilly didn’t just conquer America, she conquered the world. In addition to selling cookies in all 50 states, her customer base spans Canada, England, Spain, Paris, Rome, and as far away as Egypt. - The Ro...
2021-04-1314 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 4/6/21From around the globe to out your backdoor, here are the topics to keep you relevant and up-to-date! NATIONAL NEWS: - Genesis, the Hyundai-owned auto brand, just set the Guinness World Record for most Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (aka drones) in the air at the same time. It sent 3,281 drones into the Shanghai night sky on March 29 to promote its entrance into China. China out the video online! - Forbes' annual world's billionaires list includes a record-breaking 2,755 billionaires, with Amazon’s Jeff Bezos topping it for the fourth consecutive year. This year's billionaires are worth a co...
2021-04-0611 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 3/30/21From around the globe to out your backdoor, here are the topics to keep you relevant and up-to-date! LOCAL NEWS: - Early last week Vail (Heavenly, NStar, Kirkwood) announced that they were slashing season pass prices by 20% across the board. You can get a Tahoe local pass for under $500 – Also, - Mammoth officially announces they stay open until at least Memorial Day. Spring skiing in the Eastern Sierra is tailor-made for the realities of COVID: Shorter/ non-existent lift lines, More availability – no sold-out dates, Discounts on lodging and F&B and warmer temps! Especially important with lodg...
2021-03-3014 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 3/23/21From around the globe to out your backdoor, here are the topics to keep you relevant and up-to-date!  National News: - Vail Resorts is not planning on using a reservation system for guests next season. CEO Rob Katz states that the system was only created in light of COVID-19, and he plans on it not being needed for next season. Also announced was a Kit Lender partnership providing head to toe rental ski/snowboard gear. - Disney says its two California theme parks will reopen on April 30 - at 15% capacity. One catch - no screaming a...
2021-03-2314 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 3/16/21From around the globe to out your backdoor, here are the topics to keep you relevant and up-to-date! Local News: - Beginning yesterday on the NV side, businesses are able to up their capacity limits to 50% and public gatherings and events are now able to operate at 50% of their capacity or 250 people – whichever is less. For larger venues, they can submit a form to the Dept. of Business And Industry to get a variance and go bigger 
- In somewhat of a surprise decision last week, Incline Village decided to cancel their 4th of July fire...
2021-03-1614 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 3/9/21From around the globe to out your backdoor, here are the topics to keep you relevant and up-to-date!  Local News:  - This coming Friday the Tahoe Transportation District board will vote on whether or not to purchase the old elementary school in Incline Village with the intent to turn it into a mobility hub. There’s been a lot of tensions between the community and TTD on this project so I’m certain there will be a lot of eyes on this decision. The main concern from the residents is traffic and safety. - Look...
2021-03-0915 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 3/2/21National News: - Largest storm system ever! The old Mount Shasta Ski Bowl in northern California holds the record for the most snow received from a single storm system. A total of 15.75 feet (189 inches) of snow was measured Feb. 13-19, 1959. …   That led me down a rabbit hole of research and sent me to the top amount in a single HOUR which was 12 inches in Copenhagen, New York, Dec. 2, 1966. That same location also picked up 6 inches in 30 minutes during the event. — Side Note: Top 3 Largest snowpacks in North America right now: “267 @ Snowqualmie, WA… “225 @ Mount Hood, OR… 204” Mount Baker, WA -6 Dr. S...
2021-03-0214 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 2/23/21From around the globe to out your backdoor, here are the topics to keep you relevant and up-to-date!  National News: - Apple will introduce 217 new emojis in its next iOS update, 14.5. These include a heart on fire, exhaling face, and gender options for the people with beards. Also included in this update is a vaccine-friendly syringe emoji, and support for couples with a mix of skin tones - England's Jasmine Harrison, 21, becomes youngest woman to row solo across an ocean. 70 days, 3 hours and 48 minutes 3,000 miles across Atlantic Ocean. The first attempt ever was a pair o...
2021-02-2314 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 2/16/21We hope you enjoyed the long weekend, whether you were celebrating the joyous Lunar New Year (FYI: Year of the Ox), Valentine’s Day, Mardi Gras, President's Day... or just this 4-day week! Regional News: - Perseverance, NASA's most sophisticated rover to date, is expected to land on the surface of Mars on Thursday, February 18, around 3:55 p.m. ET. The rover has been traveling through space since launching from Cape Canaveral, Florida, at the end of July. When it reaches Mars, Perseverance will have traveled 292.5 million miles on its journey from Earth. The rover will ex...
2021-02-1614 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 2/2/21Here are some conversation starters from around the globe and within your local community to add to your social toolkit.  Regional News: - 6 more weeks of winter. Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow in Pennsylvania. Hilarious that we still celebrate a rodent meteorologist tradition that start back in 1887. Then, it took until 1993 to become an adjective of something happening over and over again, thanks to Bill Murray.  - Russia’s Anti-Corruption Foundation’s leader, Alexey Navalny, release a video which uncovers Vladimir Putin’s $1.3B, 190,000 sq ft palace which includes a sea port, vineyard, church, casino, undergro...
2021-02-0216 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 1/26/21Regional News: - X Games returns to Buttermilk in Aspen, Colorado for the 20th consecutive year January 29-31! Nearly 100 of the worlds top winter athletes will take center stage and will compete in biggest snow sport event of the year. X Games Aspen will have live coverage of the event on ESPN, ESPN2, and ABC - NFL announced that 22,000 fans will attend Super Bowl LV in Tampa Bay, including 7,500 vaccinated healthcare workers (who will receive free tickets) - The 2021 MLB Hall of Fame class will be announced on Tuesday night. Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, and Sammy...
2021-01-2619 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 1/19/21Here are some conversation starters from around the globe and within your local community to add to your social toolkit.  Global News: - The Sahara Desert in Africa has a fresh blanket of snow after temperatures recently dropped to 27ºF. The area has experienced snow only three other times in the last 42 years; 1979, 2017, and 2018. The average temperature in January is 57ºF. In the summer, temperatures can exceed 120ºF. - Ski resorts in Italy remain closed as government postpones opening day again! January 18th was supposed to be the most recent opening day, but the Italian gove...
2021-01-1917 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 1/12/21Here are some conversation starters from around the globe and within your local community to add to your social toolkit Regional News: - The Spanish capital of Madrid was still trying to get back on its feet Monday after a 50-year record snowfall that paralyzed large parts of central Spain and hampered the delivery of coronavirus vaccines. 20 inches and 11 degrees Fahrenheit. Video of massive snowball fight going viral. Even had measurable snow in Austin TX and Nashville, TN - 2020 ties 2016 for the hottest year on record for Earth. The Earth is nearly 2 degrees Fahrenheit warmer...
2021-01-1214 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 1/5/21From around the globe to out your backdoor, here are the topics to keep you relevant and up-to-date! Regional News:  - Mt. Baker has received up to 84 inches (7 feet) of snow in the last 8 days, and another 4-5 feet of snow is forecasted over the next 10 days! Seems like the PNW is the only region benefitting from La Nina - West Virginia was one of the few states without a National Park, but that is expected to change after the COVID-19 relief bill passed in Congress last week. The New River Gorge is the nation’s n...
2021-01-0515 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 12/22/20From around the globe to out your backdoor, here are the topics to keep you relevant and up-to-date!  Regional News: - Feel Good News: 8-Year-Old Raises $10,000 To Save His Local Ski Area. Max Mostad raised the money to save Frost Fire Park located in Walhalla, ND. The area was on the verge of closing down for good when Mostad and the community rallied behind his lemonade stand. - MacKenzie Scott, the world’s 18th-richest person and former spouse of Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, has donated almost $6 billion of her fortune this year. - A Chi...
2020-12-2217 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 12/15/20From around the globe to out your backdoor, here are the topics to keep you relevant and up-to-date! Regional News: - Google has announced their top search terms for 2020 — Interesting list to check out online. Wanna know how to find it? Just google “top search trends 2020” - Disney+ casually racks up 70m+ subscribers in the last year plus huge announcement of 10 new Star Wars spinoffs 10 new Marvel shows, 15 Pixar animations and rights to the Kardashians - Amazon's self-driving car startup “Zoox” unveiled a fully autonomous EV with no steering wheel, basically a robotaxi — it can go for 1...
2020-12-1515 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 12/8/20From around the globe to out your backdoor, here are the topics to keep you relevant and up-to-date! - On the night of Dec. 21, the winter solstice, the two largest planets in our solar system, Jupiter and Saturn, will appear so closely aligned in our sky that they will look like a double planet. This incredibly rare 'Christmas Star' is making its appearance for the 1st time in 800 years.  - The new height of the world’s highest peak, Mt Everest, is 8,848.86 meters (29,031.7 feet), which is approx. 2 feet taller than Nepal’s previous measurement and about...
2020-12-0814 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 12/1/20From around the globe to out your backdoor, here are the topics to keep you relevant and up-to-date! Regional News: - 2020 is back at it again! Invasive and creepy snake-sized Hammerhead worms Virgina and Georgia.  - Yellowstone sets record for visitors last month: The park hosted 837,499 recreational visits, a 21% increase from September 2019 - Historic 2020 hurricane season is officially “over” - Starbucks is offering free coffee for frontline workers through the month of December. - Cyrpto currency is on fire again! Leader of the industry, Bitcoin, hit an all time high yesterday at $19,850 - Dur...
2020-12-0115 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 11/24/20From around the globe to out your backdoor, here are the topics to keep you relevant and up-to-date! Regional News: - The NFL will hold a virtual Pro Bowl this year, with players competing in the Madden video game - Ken Jennings, Jeopardy’s greatest all time player will be the interim host in place of the late Alex Trebek  - Netflix announces Queens Gambit is officially their most popular scripted series ever at 62m accounts viewed.  - CO just opened their first ever In-N-Out and the lines streamed for miles and wait time...
2020-11-2416 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 11/17/20From around the globe to out your backdoor, here are the topics to keep you relevant and up-to-date!  Regional News: - We officially have a new 2nd richest person in the world: Bernard Arnault, head honcho of French fashion house LVMH worth $137B… he trails only Mr. Burns (Jeff Bezos) — Elon Musk set to take the #3 spot by the end of the week after Tesla’s shares soar following acceptance into the S&P 500 - Whole Foods is collaborating with Progressive to offer Thanksgiving "insurance" with a $35 gift card to customers who "commit a turkey...
2020-11-1715 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 11/10/20From around the globe to out your backdoor, here are the topics to keep you relevant and up-to-date! Local Topics: - Washoe Co. reports 328 new C19 cases just yesterday! - NLTRA launches a new initiative for local restaurants called Take Out Lake Tahoe - Trump rally in Carson Valley raises funds to pay for fines via GoFundMe - Christmas tree permits on sale for Lake Tahoe on Nov. 16 - North Tahoe Fire District will begin controlled burns this week Regional Topics: - Mammoth announces opening day this Saturday, Nov. 14...
2020-11-1013 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 11/3/20From around the globe to out your backdoor, here are the topics to keep you relevant and up-to-date! Local: - Forest Services closures begin around the Tahoe Basin for winter - Gov. Newsom’s Thanksgiving guidelines and directives overview - Douglas County commissioners meeting this Thursday - American Pickers is searching for goods in California - Single digit temps this weekend with possible snow as well National: -  Finally, some good news for 2020: Record numbers of an endangered turtle species have hatched in Mexico this year.  thanks to r...
2020-11-0313 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 10/26/2075th Episode Anniversary! From around the globe to out your backdoor, here are the topics to keep you relevant and up-to-date! LOCAL: - Washoe Co. COVID cases surging. Now the per capita epicenter in the State of Nevada - Gov. Sisolak last week announces NV will not walk back restrictions yet - Crystal Bay Casino hosts live show over the weekend with 150 people in attendance, SnowGlobe canceled - San Quentin C19 outbreak requires 50%, or 1,800 prisoners to be released or transferred  - Outdoor dining in Lake Tahoe battling the cold temps and w...
2020-10-2616 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 10/20/20From around the globe to out your backdoor, here are the topics to keep you relevant and up-to-date! Local News:  - City of SLT Council agenda items overview - Multiple bank robberies in the area lately - 4 arrested in major drug bust in SLT - Tahoe Land podcast wins highest award for any TV/Radio/Digital entity - New Truckee restaurant offering ‘Mountain Italian’ cuisine - Earth just experienced the hottest September since records began- Rave: Zoom will start letting people host paid-entry online events with a new service called OnZoo...
2020-10-2014 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 10/12/20Lakers win the championship Sunday, Judge Amy Coney Barret being confirmed Monday, and Amazon Prime days kicks off Tuesday - Tuesday, Apple is set to reveal this year’s new iPhones. Delayed a month due to coronavirus disruptions, the lineup is expected to include the first major exterior redesign since 2017, when Apple released the iPhone X with facial recognition. - Portland rages on… Protest organizers dubbed the event “Indigenous Peoples Day of Rage”, in response to Monday’s federal holiday named after 15th-century Italian explorer Christopher Columbus, a polarizing figure who Native American advocates say spurred centuries...
2020-10-1213 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 10/5/20From around the globe to out your backdoor, here are the topics to keep you relevant and up-to-date! Locals News: - Small vegetation fire in Crystal Bay, Lake Tahoe! - Gov. Sisolak to announce Halloween guidelines for Nevada - Tahoe Transportation Dist. cause multiple waves in Tahoe Basin - City of SLT proposing pay increases for City Council and Treasurer  - Forest Service closures this month for popular sites   Global & National News: Just when we thought 2020 couldn’t getting any worse, a brain-eating amoeba was found in a Tex...
2020-10-0518 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 9/28/20From around the globe to out your backdoor, here are the topics to keep you relevant and up-to-date! Wildfires explode Sunday night, Presidential debate Tuesday, NBA Finals Wednesday, MLB playoffs - Amazon Prime Day announced for Oct. 13 and 14  - 200+ new emojis will hit your keyboard in 2021 - Since all its resorts abruptly shut on March 17th, Vail's profits for the year plunged 68%. But Vail's stock is up 40% since then on hopes of greener slopes this winter - Western Joshua tree gets temporary endangered species status: due to the ravages of climate change — The...
2020-09-2816 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 9/21/20From around the globe to out your backdoor, here are the topics to keep you relevant and up-to-date! Local News: - Forest Service opens back up - Tahoe Film Fest carries on! - Echo Summit closure remains - Local sports protests - BEST OF TAHOE   &  BEST OF NORTH LAKE / TRUCKEE Quick Hits: - CALFIRE Recap: 3.5m acres, 7,900 incidents, 26 fatalities, 7k structures destroyed - RBG tributes owned the screens this weekend, Trump says he’ll name Supreme Court nominee Friday or Saturday - list is down to 5 ...
2020-09-2117 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 9/14/20Local News: - Trump’s visit to Minden brings 5-10,000 spectators - Sugarbowl stops pass sales to fend off too many visitors - One Tahoe Plan still in the works and picking up regional news - Woman to swim, bike, and run around Tahoe perimeter - Best of Tahoe voting open 9/14-9/28 Global News: - The World Health Organization reported the world's highest single-day increase since the pandemic began at more than 307,000 cases Sunday… total cases approach 30m and 1m deaths - Trump signs executive order on Sunday called “My Mos...
2020-09-1417 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 9/9/20Quick Hits: - 2.2m acres burned, 7,563 total incidents, 8 fatalities, 4k structures destroyed - CA gets approval for 2 more weeks of the $300 supplemental payment to unemployment bringing the total to $1,500 additional funding to those that qualify - Los Angeles Co. bans trick or treating this Halloween due to C19 - Carol Baskin part of the Dancing with the Stars lineup - Walmart Plus: Walmart's new membership program to launch Sept. 15 with same-day delivery, fuel discount - The New York City subway is having a very bad year. Ridership has dropped by over 90% since the...
2020-09-0916 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 8/31/20Final day of August, 63 days until the election, and.... just 10 days until the first NFL game! Quick Hits: - “Finger Lickin' Good"? Not so much in a pandemic -- KFC has suspended its use of the catchphrase in advertising campaigns. - I could use a drink: "Booze Fairies" are leaving baskets of alcohol on doorsteps all over New Jersey. - A 3,000-pound triceratops skull dubbed "Shady" was unearthed in South Dakota. - Airbnb employees will be working from home until August 2021 -- longer than any other tech company so far. - 2020 hurricane se...
2020-08-3117 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 8/24/20Local News: - Details of red flag warning for the Tahoe Basin - High speed chase ending on Kingsbury Grade - Northstar California (Vail) lawsuit settled - Local woman swims lake’s distance - Washoe Co. to hear from Incline Village about STRs this week Quick Hits: - 2nd & 3rd largest wildfires in CA state history burning approx. 1M acres total so far - North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un has fallen into a coma, a former South Korean official is claiming on the heels of reports that the northern le...
2020-08-2414 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 8/17/20Quick Hits: - Death Valley records highest temperature reading in over a century on Sunday… 130 degrees! - Burning Man goes digital this year - NBA playoffs start today - New Zealand delays general elections due to another C19 outbreak - California: “Take a Friend Fishing Month” and Sat. Sept. 5th is Free Fishing Day - Stephenie Meyer says more books are coming in the "Twilight" saga - AMC will throwback pricing for a day at more than 100 cinemas on Aug. 20 — about a sixth of its locations nationwide… 15 cents per movie! - Amazon wil...
2020-08-1715 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 8/10/20Quick Hits: - Trump signs four executive orders over the weekend - A magnitude 5.1 earthquake along North Carolina's border with Virginia on Sunday - strongest to rock the region since a magnitude 5.2 quake in 1916 - 12,000+ crew members are still on cruise ships in US waters months after shutdowns  - Mulan premieres on Disney+  Sept. 4th for $30 (in addition to $6.99 monthly subscription) - Global spending on cloud services hit a record $35B in the 2nd quarter, surging 30% as companies shifted biz apps online for WFH. - Samsung unveils its 5G Galaxy Note 20 phone at a...
2020-08-1013 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 8/3/20Quick Hits: - Third Hurricane in 2 weeks to threaten the US - Isaas hit Bahamas over the weekend and making landfall today - Astronauts Bob and Doug safely splash down after two months aboard ISS - Mystery seeds from China identified as cabbage, hibiscus, lavender, and mint - Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. bout slated for Sept 12th - Apple Fire in LA started by arsonist spreads to 20k acres, 5% contained (10 active wildfires in CA) - London has a fix for its public transit woes: Use open-air tour buses - Apple...
2020-08-0315 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 7/27/20C19 Totals:  16.4m cases, 653k deaths (US = 4.3m, 150k) Quick Hits: - CARES 2 Act decision expected in congress today for $1t stimulus package - Fox Sports virtual fans create love and hate among baseball  - Chick-fil-A offers free food voucher for coins amid shortage - Hawaii braces for rare Hurricane Douglas, Hurricane Hanna devolved into a tropical depression - Kim Jong Un finally admits COVID is in N. Korea - Trump’s national security adviser test positive for COVID, the most senior White House official to be tested posi...
2020-07-2716 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 7/20/20C19 Totals:  14.6m cases, 609k deaths (US = 3.9m cases, 143k deaths)   Quick hits: - Another bison encounter in Yellowstone - Chaos in Portland continues… viral photo - Tyra Banks announced as the new Dancing With The Stars host Global News: - Opening day for MLB on Thursday and Friday! Rule changes to watch for: Universal DH, three-batter minimum for pitchers, and extra innings start with a runner on second base - 3 missions to Mars this month while Earth is closest to the red planet (Dubai’s laun...
2020-07-2015 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk: July, 2020 - #2From around the globe to out your backdoor, here are the topics to keep you relevant and up-to-date!   GLOBAL: - C19 Global Totals: 13m cases, 572k deaths (3.4m, 137k in the US) ... It took the U.S. a little more than three months to hit 1 million cases on April 28. ….. about half that time, 44 days, to get to 2 million on June 11. ……. merely 26 days to reach 3 million on July 8 (Trump retweeted a post accusing the CDC of lying about the coronavirus to prevent his reelection) (With 15,300 new coronavirus cases on Sunday, Florida reported more new infections in a si...
2020-07-1318 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - 7/6/2020From around the globe to out your backdoor, here are the topics to keep you relevant and up-to-date! Global: - C19 Totals: 11.5m cases, 537k deaths - USA at 3m cases, 9 states hit record numbers, positivity rate = 7.6% compared to 4.5% on June 7 - Kayne West announces that he’s running for President - Uber acquires food delivery giant Postmates for $2.65b - Some NBA and MLB seasons back in question again after positive COVID results - Walmart to host drive-in movie premieres starting in August - Oil prices went negative for the 1st...
2020-07-0615 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - Mon. 6/29/20From around the globe to out your backdoor, here’s what you missed over the weekend if you unplugged from the news or social along with what’s coming up so you can stay in tune! Global News: - C19 Global Totals: 10.2m cases, 500m deceased (quarter of those in the U.S,) - Yelp reports that 41% of the businesses listed on its platform have closed for good since the pandemic. Not just restaurant I might add (Perspective: 11,774 in LA, nearly 2k in Vegas alone have shuttered permanently) - Disney announces last week they will...
2020-06-2913 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - Mon. 6/22/20From around the globe to out your backdoor, here’s what you missed over the weekend if you unplugged from the news or social along with what’s coming up so you can stay in tune! What went down: - Global C19 Totals: 9M cases, 471K deaths - WHO reports largest single-day increase. 12 states set daily record. Major spikes in Florida, Texas, Arizona. - Odds favorite “Tiz The Law” wins Belmont Stakes - MLBPA postpones vote on the MLB’s 60 game proposal - Trump “very upset” will Tulsa rally turnout - 6,200 attendance (outdoor setup was brok...
2020-06-2211 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe TAP - Debbie Brown from Cold Water Brewery On this episode of Tahoe TAP, we feature one of Lake Tahoe's Most Remarkable Women, Debbie Brown! Literally, she won "LT's Most Remarkable Business Woman" award back in October in addition to her many other accomplishments.   Debbie is a staple of the community in many ways but most notably she is the founder and sole proprietor of Cold Water Brewery; among other ventures. She shares her passions, visions, and goals for business and life with Mike Peron and Rob Galloway.   Enjoy the pod!
2020-06-1736 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - Monday 6/15/2020From around the globe to out your backdoor, here’s what you missed over the weekend if you unplugged from the news or social along with what’s coming up so you can stay in tune! Global News: - Twitters new “Think Before you Tweet” feature - aimed to check trigger-happy tweeters: If a user retweets an article without opening it, a prompt will pop up encouraging them to read it first - SpaceX launched another batch of 60 Starlink satellites Saturday morning (utilizing the reusable rocket booster from June 2) - “James Bond” premiere pushed up, “Tenant”...
2020-06-1513 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk: June 6-12thFrom around the globe to out your backdoor, here’s what you missed over the weekend if you unplugged from the news or social along with what’s coming up so you can stay in tune. This is the double pandemic version: What went down: - Global Totals: 7.1M cases, 406K deceased - Demonstrations and protests continue. Public figures from Mit Romney to Steph Curry take part peacfully - Viral: Massive BLM mural painted on the street leading to the White House - inspiring similar giant slogans in other cities - Maiden voyage for...
2020-06-0813 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - Thurs. 6/4/0Up-to-date, daily info on news that is happening around Lake Tahoe, California and Nevada! Notes from today’s discussion include: Global News: - SpaceX successfully launches 60 more Starlink satellites last night. Falcon 9’s 5th ascent into space - landed safely again! - Delta announces they will not book middle seats on planes through Sept. (even for family) - Zoom CEO, Eric Yuan, excited to boast of his company’s 169% YOY Q1 revenues…. But left his mic on mute! - Facebook Adds Tool to Bulk-Delete Old Posts, Hide Content From Other Users (wipe out embarras...
2020-06-0413 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - Mon. 6/1/20Up-to-date, daily info on news that is happening around Lake Tahoe, California and Nevada! Notes from today’s discussion include: Global News: - Global C19 Totals: 6.2M cases, 375K deaths - Trump officially ends relationship with WHO - USA’s $450M/yr contribution is the largest of any nation - Pope Francis resumes Sunday blessings of St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City after 3 month hiatus - Bob & Doug safely board the ISS Sunday morning National News: - 140-150 cities waking up to aftermath of a weekend of protests - Targ...
2020-06-0111 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - Good News Friday 5/29/20Every Friday we change up the dynamic of our podcast to only deliver you wholesome, positive news locally and nationally: - Costco to bring back samples mid-June - 103 yr old Massachusetts woman beats C19 and celebrates with an ice cold bud light - The House approved bill yesterday that will ease many of the terms and conditions of PPP loans - Brooklyn hospitals wipes out $4M worth of medical debt for 4,500 patients - FedEx driver helps connect young boy and Tony Hawk via TikTok - Free Live Streams today and this weekend...
2020-05-2910 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - Thurs. 5/28/20Up-to-date, daily info on news that is happening around Lake Tahoe, California and Nevada! Notes from today’s discussion include: Global News: - Global Totals: 5.8M cases, 358K deaths, 100K+ of those in the US - SpaceX did not launch yesterday due to weather. Saturday, May 30 at 12:22 PST next chance - Trump threatens to shut down, or highly regulate, social media platforms after Twitter stamps him with two fact checks… announces Wednesday an executive order is on it’s way - Execs at Walt Disney World Resort unveiled a plan to reopen their Orland...
2020-05-2814 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - Wed. 5/27/20Up-to-date, daily info on news that is happening around Lake Tahoe, California and Nevada! Notes from today’s discussion include: Global News: - EU unveils record-breaking $826B stimulus package - Largest in European history, far outstripping the post-World War II Marshall Plan - Chinese President Xi Jinping said his country plans to beef up its armed forces and improve its preparedness for military combat amid rising tensions with the US. Total defense budgets: China = $178B; US = $738B - Latin America becomes the new global epicenter pandemic, WHO releases surging numbers in Brazil, Peru and Ch...
2020-05-2713 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - Tues. 5/26/20Up-to-date, daily info on news that is happening around Lake Tahoe, California and Nevada! Notes from today’s discussion include: Local News: - NV Gov. Sisolak expected to make big announcement today - June 4th target date to open casinos - Lime scooters may (or may not) return to Tahoe this summer - Record setting high temps around the region - Brand new 68 unit affordable housing project breaking ground this week - opening Spring 2021 - Whittell High School announced as top public school in state of Nevada - 96% graduation rate Gl...
2020-05-2612 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - Good News Friday 5/22/20Every Friday we change up the dynamic of our podcast to only deliver you wholesome, positive news locally and nationally: - STHS sophomores start GoFundMe to raise $350 to pay for healthcare workers tabs at Sprouts… currently at $530! - Other local GoFundMe news: Clean Up the Lake campaign shooting for $400k “Adopt a Mile”… will start underwater diving cleanup in July - Bread & Broth in SLT in need of some help to continue the B&B 4 Kids program which provides bagged meals at school sites - Old Trestle Distillery giving away thousands of bottles of hand san...
2020-05-2218 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - Thurs. 5/21/20Up-to-date, daily info on news that is happening around Lake Tahoe, California and Nevada! Notes from today’s discussion include: Local News: - Tahoe Truckee Sanitation Agency says water usage this spring (Mar 1 - May 5) is approx. half compared to last year - Officials and Mayor of SLT ask visitors to stay away from Tahoe during Memorial Day weekend - Today is the final day to ensure you have the correct address on file for mail-in ballots for Douglas County - Celebrity Golf decision happens today World News: - WHO re...
2020-05-2112 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - Wed. 5/20/20Up-to-date, daily info on news that is happening around Lake Tahoe, California and Nevada! Notes from today’s discussion include: Local News: - Phased approach to launching boats underway at Lake Tahoe - Gaming control board allows restaurants inside of casinos to reopen with strict precautions - CA Assembly members introduce resolution to end the governors emergency powers National News: - Global C19 Totals: 5M+ cases, 325K deceased - Michigan Dam failure causes 10K residents in Midland County to evacuate - could be under 9 feet of water within hours ...
2020-05-2011 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - Tues. 5/19/20Tuesday, May 19th: Waking up to chain controls over the mountain passes, snow on our spring flowers, and a plethora of news to cover… International: - Super Cyclone ‘Amphan’ forces millions of people to evacuate from coastal areas of India and Bangladesh - storm already tied a record for strongest ever in the region - Air pollution returns to pre-lockdown levels in China after falling 40% in April - Toronto Zoo opens a drive thru experience with Zoo Keeper commentary to supplement National: - Despite FDA caution, Trump says he is taking hydroc...
2020-05-1911 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - Mon. 5/18/20Up-to-date, daily info on news that is happening around Lake Tahoe, California and Nevada! Notes from today’s discussion include: Local News: - Overland hosts grand finale of community dinner donations today at 10:00am - More weekend protests at Governor’s Mansion in Carson City - Tahoe Transportation District announces all passengers must wear face mask - Small fire in Van Sickle State Park attributed to homeless cooking fire - Celebrity Golf on the agenda for Douglas Co. commissioners this Thursday National News: - C19 World Totals: 4.8M cases, 317K de...
2020-05-1811 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - Good News Friday 5/15/20Every Friday we change up the dynamic of our podcast to only deliver you wholesome, positive news locally and nationally: - Free public transit in Tahoe-Truckee through 2022 - Free for frontline workers: oil changes on any car at Mazda dealerships, Free Samsung phone repair (batteries/screens), Free tax prep from H&R Block - Free live concert streams: Coldplay Sat @ 9am, Sheryl Crow Sat @ 4pm, Trace Adkins Sat @ 5:30pm - Obama to deliver televised commencement speech for entire class of 2020 tomorrow at 5pm PST on all major networks - Dad builds full stage...
2020-05-1513 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - Thurs. 5/14/20Up-to-date, daily info on news that is happening around Lake Tahoe, California and Nevada! Notes from today’s discussion include: Local News: - South Lake Tahoe 4th of July Fireworks have been canceled, possibly Labor Day instead - Echo Pass construction project closing Hwy 50 postponed to post-Labor Day - Demand high for Lake Tahoe real estate amid virus shutdown - Close contact: Spa, salon experience to be vastly different - Reno City Council gives ‘OK’ for bars to begin curbside service National News: - Thursday jobless claims update: 3M filed...
2020-05-1412 minTahoe TAP
Tahoe TAPTahoe Talk - Wed. 5/13/20Up-to-date, daily info on news that is happening around Lake Tahoe, California and Nevada! Notes from today’s discussion include: California dominating global news this morning: - UC & CSU announces fall academic plans likely to include only online courses, would effectively cancel fall sports as well - Guidelines released for dine-in restaurants, bars not allowed to open - LA County likely keeping stay-at-home order in effect through July, opening some beaches on Wednesday - Over 15K rooms procured for “Operation Room Key” so far - Over 70% of CA economy is open to some e...
2020-05-1312 min