Best Kaci Richter Podcasts (2024)

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Kearney County: The Sandhill Crane Migration 10:07

2M ago10:07

10:07

Hosts Kaylee Brodd and Daniel Mahoney bring you to experience the Sandhill Cranes migration in Kearney County in Nebraska. Through talking with locals and travelers, they show you the history and the importance of this migration and why it is important to preserve this tradition for many years to come. Produced by KRNU Studios Written, voiced and e…

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Seward County: Miss Amazing 12:59

9M ago12:59

12:59

Hosts Clare Arter and Hanna Christensen visit the home of Abi and Erica Smith located in western Seward County, Nebraska. Abi is a bright soul. She was born with Cerebral Palsy but she has never let her disability slow her down. Some of her hobbies include sewing, singing, painting and winning pageants. Abi is truly Miss Amazing. Produced by KRNU S…

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Arthur County: It Takes a Village 10:27

9M ago10:27

10:27

The village of Arthur is home to 117 people, and is at risk of disappearing entirely - unless they can keep young people in the county. Produced by KRNU Studios Written, voiced and edited by Ben Lampman and Kei Inoue. Thank you to Ruth Jageler, Becky Swanson, Tracy Bowlin, Jason Christensen, Kari Christensen, Morgan Rufenacht, and Matthew Wright. A…

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Garfield County: Nebraska's Big Rodeo 9:10

10M ago9:10

9:10

Nebraska’s Big Rodeo, going 100 years strong in Garfield County, had their ground demolished by a summer storm. Instead of taking down a tradition, it brought an entire culture closer together. Produced by KRNU Studios. Written, Voiced and Edited by Luke Vie. Thank you to Jesse Helgoth and Dale Seidel Additional audio: Primary music - “Critically I…

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Gage County: Beatrice Special Olympics 12:23

10M ago12:23

12:23

Waking up early, packing the bags, and making a nearly 40 mile drive into Lincoln is the norm for this community in Gage County. In this episode, we explore the Beatrice Special Olympics and the supportive community. Produced by KRNU Studios Written, voiced and edited by Samantha Grove and Nicholas Murphy Thank you to Michelle Salberg, Brielle Salb…

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Thurston County: 157 Years of Native American Celebration 25:48

11M ago25:48

25:48

The Ho-Chunk people of the Winnebago Tribe have lived in Thurston County, Nebraska for over 157 years celebrating the Oldest Native American Celebration in North America. But even through hundreds of years of tribulations caused by European settlers, displacement from the U.S. government and religious attempts of cultural erasure, the Winnebago tri…

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Dawson County: Josh Mahar's Dream Job 11:46

11M ago11:46

11:46

In this episode, Josh Mahar takes us through a deep dive into his job as the golf course superintendent at Wildhorse Golf Club in Dawson County. Produced by KRNU Studios Written, voiced and edited by Jackson Reddick Thank you to Josh Mahar and Tony Collins Additional audio: Primary music - "Critically Ill" FineTune Music Adobe Stock Asset ID: #4810…

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Harlan County: Saviors of the Republican River 15:32

11M ago15:32

15:32

Ben Kulat and Elena Watts travel down to Harlan reservoir to learn about a 6-million-dollar initiative to save the Republican River. Journey with us as we learn about the battle between conservationist Merle Illian and his crew of dedicated combatants with the ferocious invasive weed phragmites, whose growth threatened to choke the life out Nebrask…

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Douglas County: The Development of ROSS Leaders 14:14

1+ y ago14:14

14:14

ROSS Leaders started out as a basketball group in Omaha, Nebraska. Now, ROSS Leaders is an official non-profit organization with multiple chapters and affiliated organizations across the county. The youth-supporting organization values community, overall wellness and exploration of South Sudanese culture. Produced by KRNU Studios Written, voiced an…

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Brown County: From Classrooms to Cornfields 12:00

1+ y ago12:00

12:00

Katie Steffen is a third-generation UNL graduate from Beatrice, Nebraska. Growing up, she spent time at her uncle's farm and found a passion for agriculture and livestock. After she graduated this May, she found a job in Brown County where she can apply her collegiate knowledge to hands-on ranching experiences. Produced by KRNU Studios Written, voi…

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Buffalo County Community Partners 13:18

1+ y ago13:18

13:18

Buffalo County Community Partners is a non-profit organization working out of Kearney, Nebraska. Their focus is to improve community access to health-based resources. In their new well-being collaborative, the organization has gathered nearly 200 partners to consider community wellness while also prioritizing youth and family care. Produced by KRNU…

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Keep Keith County Beautiful 13:43

1+ y ago13:43

13:43

Keep Keith County Beautiful is an award-winning non-profit organization operating out of Ogallala, Nebraska. Its focus is reducing litter, increasing recycling and providing sustainability education for its rural community. In this episode, host Anne Gallagher speaks with Keep Keith County Beautiful's employees and explores the organization's envir…

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Lancaster County: Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana 12:26

1+ y ago12:26

12:26

In this episode, host Anne Gallagher explores Nebraska's journey toward medical marijuana legislation. Since 2020, the non-profit organization Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana has created petitions to get the issue on the ballot. Through roadblocks and legal technicalities, the organization is still fighting to gain a treatment option for chronical…

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Geese Migration of Washington County 13:47

1+ y ago13:47

13:47

In this episode, we discover the history behind the DeSoto National Wildlife Refuge and the geese migration of Washington County. We will hear from Waterfowl Program Manager, Matt Garrick, and Supervisory park ranger, Peter Rea. Produced by KRNU Studios Written, voiced and edited by Destinee Bateman and Grace Dunbar Additional audio: Primary music …

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Introducing 93 Counties: Season Two 1:05

1+ y ago1:05

1:05

Written, Voiced and Edited by Anne Gallagher Additional Audio: Primary music: "Critically Ill" FineTune Music Adobe Stock Asset ID: #481059801By Anne Gallagher

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A safe space in Hall County 10:02

1+ y ago10:02

10:02

We go to Hall County to talk to Northwest High School teacher Jeff Vyhlidal about the impact he has on his students. We also talked to three students about how Vyhlidal has impacted their lives. Produced by KRNU Studios Written, voiced, and edited by Phoenixx Lowman-Carroll Additional audio: Primary music - “Critically Ill” FineTune Music Adobe Sto…

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Dodge County: Home of the Fremont Friendship Center 11:59

1+ y ago11:59

11:59

In this episode, Peter Krenzer and Tom Searl go to the Fremont Friendship Center in Dodge County. Seniors 60 and older in Fremont have been coming to the center for years, but what makes it so special? Peter and Tom talk to Manager Laurie Harms and Assistant Manager Marv Steffensmeier about the center and attendees Gary and Deborah Bobbitt, Joanne …

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Otoe County: A Hickory Smoked Gem in Syracuse, Nebraska 10:55

1+ y ago10:55

10:55

In this episode of 93 counties, Abigail Carrera follows the smell of barbecue to 2 Brothers Blue Line Barbecue in Syracuse, Nebraska in Otoe County. Hear co-owner Scott Richardson talk about how the business started and what they've learned along the way. Produced by KRNU Studios Written, voiced and edited by Abigail Carrera Additional audio: Prima…

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Saunders County: Farm to Turntable 15:08

1+ y ago15:08

15:08

In this episode, Saunders County native Sheldon Johnson takes us from farm to turntable and discusses his dual careers in farming and music. Produced by KRNU Studios Written, voiced and edited by Connor Wieseman and Brady Sorbin Additional audio: Primary music - PRIMARY - 3_CRITICALLY-ILL_AdobeStock_481059801_preview.m4a “Last Time" by Sheldon John…

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Cass County: Slattery Vintage Estates 16:37

2y ago16:37

16:37

More than two decades ago, the Slatterys were drawn to the beauty and serenity of Cass County. Since then, there have been grapes on the vine at Slattery Vintage Estates. Owner Barb Slattery discusses how she has experienced the area through the eyes of her guests and grown the business. Additional thanks to Director of Tourism for Cass County Carl…

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Czechs of Saline County 14:20

2y ago14:20

14:20

Wilber, Nebraska is a small town nearly five-thousands miles away from the Czech capital city of Prague, but it is known as the Czech Capital of America. How did this small town become the epicenter for Czech culture in the US? And how Czech is Wilber? Hana Waisserova is a Czech language professor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She talked t…

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Sarpy County: The Life and Legacy of Allicyn Schuster 23:03

2y ago23:03

23:03

Hosts Emma Thurston and Gabe Hinrichs bring you the story of Nebraska girls’ wrestling pioneer, Allicyn Schuster. They talk to her parents Kirk and Jamie Schuster, and Jamie Brown about Allicyn's life and impact on Nebraska girls’ wrestling. Produced by KRNU Studios Written, voiced and edited by Emma Thurston and Gabriel Hinrichs Thank you to Kirk …

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Washington County: What's all the buzz about? 10:44

2y ago10:44

10:44

Host Ramey Vachal visits Tony Damme at his home in Blair, where he monitors and maintains a handful of beehives. Damme has been beekeeping with his father since he was fourteen and continues to sell honey to this day. He describes his fascination with bees and the most important tips he's learned throughout the years. Additionally, Bee Lab technici…

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Burt County: Home of the Volleyball State Champion Oakland-Craig Knights 13:26

2y ago13:26

13:26

In this episode, Ryan Yetts visits the state champion Oakland-Craig volleyball team. The young team took a while to get going, but when they started clicking, they could not be stopped. First-year coach Becky Rennerfeldt and senior Bailey Helzer led the Knights to the school's first-ever state championship in volleyball. They discuss their relation…

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Hall County: Paul Noble’s trek 13:18

2y ago13:18

13:18

Host Ramey Vachal talks with ultramarathoner Paul Noble about his journey across Iowa along Highway 92. Along the way, he is joined by family, friends and fellow ultramarathoners. They offer their support as Paul faces obstacles along his way. Produced by KRNU Studios Written, voiced and edited by Ramey Vachal Thank you to Paul, Tracy and Tom Noble…

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Introducing 93 Counties 1:36

2y ago1:36

1:36

Produced by KRNU Studios Written, voiced and edited by Kaci Richter Additional audio: Primary music - “Critically Ill” FineTune Music Adobe Stock Asset ID: #481059801 Secondary music - Juan Sánchez - Now The Silence" is under a Creative Commons (cc-by) license Music promoted by Relaxation Yard: https://youtu.be/jR8yrT1SseU…

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Bonus episode: Tornado Hill 5:00

2+ y ago5:00

5:00

A seemingly plain hill in Ryder Park sits near the center of Grand Island, Nebraska. The hill is the tallest in the city it is a popular sledding spot and play area, but its origin is anything but ordinary. Sources: Kent Boughton Cara Dixon Amy Gordon Edric Lysne Reporting: Shawn Hellwege This series was reported and produced by students at the Col…

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Behind the scenes: Episode 5 4:06

2+ y ago4:06

4:06

State of Waste is an investigative audio series about landfills in Nebraska. In this bonus episode we are behind the scenes with Devin Hinkson and Abigail Carrera from 'Episode 5: Reinventing recycling’ to discuss their team’s reporting on recycling in rural Nebraska, grants for recycling and creating public awareness. Music: Divider by Chris Zabri…

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Episode 5: Reinventing Recycling 8:51

2+ y ago8:51

8:51

In this episode, we discuss how rural communities are providing recycling options to citizens and businesses. Sources: Sonya Buskirk John Weare Leah Meyer Chris Vail Danielle Easdale Aaron Miller Reporting team: Ramey Vachal Shawn Hellwege Abigail Carrera Devin Hinkson This series was reported and produced by students at the College of Journalism a…

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Behind the scenes: Episode 4 4:21

2+ y ago4:21

4:21

State of Waste is an investigative audio series about landfills in Nebraska. In this bonus episode, we go behind the scenes with Geoff Exstrom and Dylan Guinzy to discuss episode 4 of State of Waste, “Expanding Butler” and break the Butler County Landfill battle over expansion. Music: Divider by Chris Zabriskie http://chriszabriskie.com Creative Co…

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Episode 4: Expanding Butler 7:22

2+ y ago7:22

7:22

This episode explores the background and conflicts of the Butler County Landfill's need for expansion. From nails on the road to pungent smells, there are still plenty of concerns as the landfill battles for expansion. Sources: Kelly Danielson, Ryan Boyer, Marv Marshuk, Ryan Svoboda, Roger Svoboda, Kent Polacuk Reporting team: Geoff Exstrom, Dylan …

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Behind the scenes: Episode 3 4:00

2+ y ago4:00

4:00

State of Waste is an investigative audio series about landfills in Nebraska. In this bonus episode, Shreyoshi Ghosh goes behind the scenes with Jordan Opp and Tom Searl from 'Episode 3: Trash on the move’ to discuss their team’s reporting on the Sarpy County Transfer Station, the process of waste management and the environmental impact of waste dis…

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Episode 3: Trash on the move 5:29

2+ y ago5:29

5:29

The Sarpy County Landfill closed in early 2017, but residents can still use the location to drop off their waste. After 27 years, the pile of waste is covered up and Waste Connections manages the site as a transfer station. Anne Gallagher reports on the significance of transfer stations and the environmental impacts of solid waste disposal. Sources…

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Behind the scenes: Episode 2 4:08

2+ y ago4:08

4:08

State of Waste is an investigative audio series about landfills in Nebraska. In this bonus episode, we are speaking with Emma Krab and Olivia Taylor about e-waste. We will dive deeper into what e-waste is and why e-waste can cause problems in landfills. Guests: Emma Krab Olivia Taylor Reporting: Shawn Hellwege Music: Divider by Chris Zabriskie http…

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Episode 2: Digital debris 7:48

2+ y ago7:48

7:48

Electronic waste, also known as e-waste, is categorized as household hazardous waste, which means when these wastes are being thrown at the wrong places, it can cause a problem. E-wastes, such as phones and tablets, have lithium batteries in them and lithium is one of the major concerns at landfills because with it being toxic, it has a potential o…

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Behind the scenes: Episode 1 4:51

2+ y ago4:51

4:51

In this bonus episode, we go behind the scenes with Nate Thomas and Jolie Peal to discuss episode 1 of State of Waste, "Waste of Space". They detail their team’s reporting process, the impact this project has made on them and what they hope the audience takes away from the episode. Music: Divider by Chris Zabriskie http://chriszabriskie.com Creativ…

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Episode 1: Waste of space 6:10

2+ y ago6:10

6:10

Despite public perception, modern landfills are not equivalent to dumps of the past. We explore these complex, technical facilities with many regulations to keep the land, air and water near the landfill clean. Sources: Riley Smith, Daniel LeMaistre, Tavis Holcomb, Shannon Bartelt-Hunt, Erik Waiss and Abigail Matherly Reporting team: Jolie Peal, Al…

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Happy anniversary KRNU! 3:29

3y ago3:29

3:29

KRNU: A Retrospective is a 6-part series covering the history of 90.3 KRNU and the memories made inside the booth on the campus of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Host Sam Broderson talks to former and current faculty, staff and students about their memories of the station and details the KRNU by the decades to celebrate its milestone 50th anni…

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2010-2021: 50 years in your ears 8:53

3y ago8:53

8:53

KRNU: A Retrospective is a 6-part series covering the history of 90.3 KRNU and the memories made inside the booth on the campus of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Host Sam Broderson talks to former and current faculty, staff and students about their memories of the station and details the KRNU by the decades to celebrate its milestone 50th anni…

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2000-2010: Online and on-air 8:21

3y ago8:21

8:21

KRNU: A Retrospective is a 6-part series covering the history of 90.3 KRNU and the memories made inside the booth on the campus of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Host Sam Broderson talks to former and current faculty, staff and students about their memories of the station and details the KRNU by the decades to celebrate its milestone 50th anni…

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1990-2000: The alternative alternative 13:22

3y ago13:22

13:22

KRNU: A Retrospective is a 6-part series covering the history of 90.3 KRNU and the memories made inside the booth on the campus of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Host Sam Broderson talks to former and current faculty, staff and students about their memories of the station and details the KRNU by the decades to celebrate its milestone 50th anni…

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1980-1990: Video killed the radio star 8:38

3y ago8:38

8:38

KRNU: A Retrospective is a 6-part series covering the history of 90.3 KRNU and the memories made inside the booth on the campus of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Host Sam Broderson talks to former and current faculty, staff and students about their memories of the station and details the KRNU by the decades to celebrate its milestone 50th anni…

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1970-1980: Little tower of power 10:27

3y ago10:27

10:27

KRNU: A Retrospective is a 6-part series covering the history of 90.3 KRNU and the memories made inside the booth on the campus of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Host Sam Broderson talks to former and current faculty, staff and students about their memories of the station and details the KRNU by the decades to celebrate its milestone 50th anni…

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KRNU: A Retrospective 3:55

3y ago3:55

3:55

KRNU: A Retrospective is a 6-part series covering the history of 90.3 KRNU and the memories made inside the booth on the campus of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Host Sam Broderson talks to former and current faculty, staff and students about their memories of the station and details the KRNU by the decades to celebrate its milestone 50th anni…

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