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KPCW’s flagship news program, Local News Hour, follows NPR’s Morning edition. KPCW Senior News Director Leslie Thatcher hosts Monday to Thursday and Roger Goldman hosts Fridays. Get the information directly from the people making news in the Wasatch Back with live interviews every weekday.
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On The Mountain Life, hosts Jay Burke and Mary Beth Maziarz and Lynn Ware Peek explore a wide variety of topics from health, fitness and nutrition to parenting, lifestyle and education.
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From the discovery of new dinosaurs to the science of an avalanche. From the secret technology behind Facebook, to nanotechnology. Deciphering science and technology in an entertaining, amusing and accessible way. If we can understand it, so can you. Hosted by Lynn Ware Peek and Katie Mullaly.
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KPCW's Mountain Money covers the unique challenges of working in the mountains by providing small business news, real estate, estate planning and personal finance information. Roger Goldman hosts the program along with financial expert Doug Wells and Alison Kuhlow. The program is produced by Alison Kuhlow.
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This Green Earth is a weekly, hour-long program that focuses on the environment and environmentalism. Co-hosts Christopher Cherniak and Claire Wiley explore the science, politics, economics and ethics behind the environment, natural resources and sustainability.The program includes interviews with local and national experts in the fields of water resources, air quality, environmental policy, fossil and renewable fuels, climate, conservation, ecosystems, agriculture, aquaculture and sustainab ...
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Aspen tree study shines light on possible causes for their premature deaths, the latest on the Bonanza Park Small Area Plan, and Summit County Animal Control shares code enforcement and services provided.By Leslie Thatcher
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Local resident, founder and expedition leader of Ocearch, Chris Fischer, shares some upcoming expeditions to explore and study sharks in the Mediterranean Sea and on the second anniversary of the James Webb Space Telescope's science operations, NASA Astronomer Dr. Christine Chen shares some of Webb’s latest discoveries.…
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Trails report with Mountain Trails Foundation, Wasatch Back affordable housing has positive return on investment, study says, Summit County Councilmember Tonja Hanson recaps Wednesday's meeting, Park City School District COO Mike Tanner has an update on district construction projects and the latest on proposed athletic space improvements, and natur…
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Renowned dyslexia expert and founder of Eye to Eye, a national non-profit mentoring program, David Flink shares his insights on learning disabilities and founder of Mountain Trails Foundation, Jan Wilking, links Park City's past to the present.By Lynn Ware Peek, Jay Burke, Mary Beth Maziarz
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Local leaders preview their Paris trip for the announcement of the 2034 Winter Games, longtime Park City-area landscapers fined $164K for storing equipment at home, Heber Bypass letter to UDOT still 'a work in progress,' Park City Fire District addresses fireworks ban and increased fire danger, endurance mountain bike race Park City Point 2 Point h…
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Environmental scientist, Lumbee tribe member and author Ryan Emmanuel talks about the fight for indigenous environmental justice, and the Nature Conservancy and National Geographic talk about their organizations' efforts to engage the next generation of environmentally conscious youth.By Chris Cherniak, Claire Wiley
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More locals are visiting Utah ski areas, Wasatch County Manager Dustin Grabau previews this week's county council meeting, new Kimball Art Center exhibit explores the struggle and spirit found at the U.S.-Mexico border, Youth Sports Alliance is part of Utah Olympic delegation heading to Paris, vehicle hits, kills bear on I-80 in Summit County, Recy…
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Professor Melissa Jacoby talks about how the bankruptcy system in this country favors big corporations, Heather Ledbetter discusses Summit Exchange, the Christian Center's latest retail outlet, and Matt Hopkins dishes up what's on the menu at Cortona which is now open for lunch.By Roger Goldman
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Park City purchases Round Valley open space once envisioned for hotel, Ski Utah has the final count on skier days for the 2023-24 season, Utah Olympic bid leaders discuss Paris travel and 2034 Winter Games announcement, Park City Recreation update on city recreation issues, Deer Creek dam repairs resume this summer, Basin Rec debuts updated plan fo…
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Park City purchases Round Valley open space once envisioned for hotel (3:00), $75K high-impact grant awarded to People’s Health Clinic (5:22), Salt Lake Tribune reporter Paighten Harkins talks about recent story on Park City senior population (8:17), Slow your roll: 15 mph limit on Snyderville Basin bike paths, too (19:17), Mark Gaber of the Campai…
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Park City Water Quality and Treatment Manager Michelle De Haan and Water Quality Scientist Iwona Goodley talk about the new 3 Kings water treatment plant and the science behind providing us with clean water, then, Michael Stewart and graduate student Chloe Marks of the University of Illinois highlight Utah's diverse landscapes in their Geology Fiel…
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Trails report with Mountain Trails Foundation, Park City cuts ribbon on new Fresh Market bus stops, Summit County Councilmember Canice Harte recaps Wednesday's meeting, playwriter Sonia Levitin discusses the staged reading of her play "Chained," and Park City Film Executive Director Katy Wang previews upcoming screenings.…
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The Teton Pass between Idaho and Wyoming has a temporary fix and commuters can once again drive across. We explore the greater ripple effects for the communities in Teton County, Wyoming, and Teton County, Idaho with Jackson County Commissioner Luther Propst, then, Jen Mann and Karden Rabin, co-founders of the Chronic Fatigue School, discuss the se…
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Park City School District Board members divided on superintendent performance review process, Karen Marriott discusses a new Facebook page and app where nonprofits and residents can get involved and post their volunteer needs, neighbors show kindness after latest Heber Pride flag thefts, Park City Manager Matt Dias previews this week's city council…
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Emily Quinton and Nancy Porter from the Summit County Department of Health talk about the county’s Community Health Assessment and their ongoing program that looks at climate change and public health. Then, Abrahm Lustgarten discusses his book "On the Move," an account of what a massive population shift might look like in an overheating world.…
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Uintas prescribed burn proceeding as planned, Summit County Manager Shayne Scott discusses the agenda for Wednesday's county council meeting, DWR discusses the thousands of boat inspections made over the 4th of July holiday weekend, People's Health Clinic Assistant Medical Director Rachelle Flinn and Diabetes Program Director MaeLin Sorensen discus…
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This week on Mountain Money, author Matt Beane discusses his new book “The Skill Code” about how technology has altered the landscape of human skill development, then married business owners Will Manhart and Katie Holyfield talk fly fishing and coffee sipping, and Alex Hudson of Blue Sky Lodge fills us in on all of their summer activities.…
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Wasatch County to add transit sales tax next year, Summit County Health Department talks summer health and safety, local singer-songwriter Mary Beth Maziarz details her upcoming "Song Camps," Park City Community Foundation shares this year's grant finalists, the next phase in fight to keep Sundance Film Festival likely includes site visits, Park Ci…
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Wildlife advocates protest over lack of action on state Route 224, Wasatch County awards $285k for trails, arts and parks projects, Canyons parking garage to be built in one phase, not two, planners say, Howard Sorenson, co-founder of the South Summit Trails Foundation, has an update on the Weber Pathway trail, Women’s Giving Fund members to select…
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Journalist and author Christie Aschwanden talks about why people who are fat and healthy may hold keys to understanding obesity, and veteran publisher Paul Oelerich, editor of Ascent Magazine and the forthcoming Vanlife Adventure Journal, talks about high-quality adventure publications.By Lynn Ware Peek, Mary Beth Maziarz, Jay Burke
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Trails report with Mountain Trails Foundation, petition seeks to delay renewal of Park City School District superintendent’s contract until 2025, Summit County Community Development Director Pat Putt has an update on development projects throughout the county, Leadership Park City President Betsy Wallace, Events Manager Michael Fischer, and Jana Qu…
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Author David Lipsky describes the dramatic narrative of the long and divisive march of climate science in his book "The Parrot and the Igloo, Climate and the Science of Denial," then David Kinka, senior wildlife restoration manager at American Prairie, discusses his work restoring and monitoring wildlife on the Montana reserve.…
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U.S. Nordic combined program launches nonprofit amid funding cuts, Wasatch County Manager Dustin Grabau has a preview of this week's county council meeting, Summit County Clubhouse Executive Director Jen O'Brien and member Brent discuss mental health resources, director of Summit Land Conservancy Cheryl Fox discusses open space issues, and the Park…
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Author Julie Satow describes the remarkable role that women played in the development of the modern department store. Then, author and former Wall Street Journal reporter Brody Mullins delves into the lobbying industry in Washington, D.C. covering fifty years of corporate influence.By Roger Goldman
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Vice President Harris doubles down on Biden ticket at Park City fundraiser, Summit County Jail's 'Motiversity' program helps inmates succeed in life both in and out of jail, Park City Council approves new e-mountain bike trail in split vote, three generations perform in Midway’s outdoor ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ production, Fourth of July Fun Run benef…
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Vice President Harris visits Park City Friday and traffic delays are expected, private cowboy museum to open on July 4, Wasatch leaders approve two infrastructure districts amid qualms over ‘public good,' Park City Councilmember Bill Ciraco recaps Bonanza Park small area plan and e-bike trails and restrictions, Salt Lake Tribune's Lauren Gustus bre…
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Nobel Prize-winning scientist Thomas Cech, who has worked on RNA for his whole career, presents his new book, "The Catalyst: RNA and the Quest to Unlock Life’s Deepest Secrets." Then, Nadina Galle, 2024 National Geographic Explorer and ecological engineer, discusses her book "The Nature of Our Cities: Harnessing the Power of the Natural World to Su…
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Trails report with Mountain Trails Foundation, Utah organizers make final push to host 2034 Olympics, Summit County Councilmember Chris Robinson recaps Wednesday's meeting, Alf Engen Ski Museum reveals this year's Intermountain Ski Hall of Fame inductees, Arts Council Executive Director Jocelyn Scudder and Peg Bodell talk about this month's gallery…
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Stephen Casimiro, the founder and publisher of Adventure Journal, explains why print publications in the outdoor adventure realm are making a comeback. Then, local author Cynthia Clarke discusses her book, "Strategic Weight Loss: 20 Practical and Effective Strategies for Lifelong Success."By Lynn Ware Peek, Jay Burke
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Megan McKenna wins Democratic nomination for Summit County Council by 10% margin, Utah Republicans select Gov. Cox to face Democrat Brian King in general election, other cities promise millions to host Sundance Film Festival, Parkites tour new 3Kings water plant, Ben Anderson and Meredith Lavitt detail upcoming Aiko shows and the latest on the Park…
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Rebecca Watters, executive director of the Wolverine Foundation, talks about the reintroduction of wolverines to Colorado. Then Andrea Nelson, Utah’s community engagement manager for The Nature Conservancy, discusses their "Wings and Water" program that provides a unique, comprehensive educational experience around Utah’s Great Salt Lake wetlands.…
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Wasatch County Republicans head to polls for Tuesday's primary election, Summit County Manager Shayne Scott discusses the agenda for Wednesday's county council meeting, Summit County fire warden Bryce Boyer updates fire restrictions in the county, Park City Mountain and Deer Valley appeal Summit County property taxes, contested Prince Treasure Hill…
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Nobel Prize-winning economist Richard Thaler, co-author of "Nudge: Improving Decisions About Health, Wealth and Happiness," Ben McKenzie, author of "Easy Money: Cryptocurrency, Casino Capitalism, and the Golden Age of Fraud" and Ryan Lewis talks about his local furniture business Wasatch Ski Chairs.By Roger Goldman, Doug Wells
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The Francis Planning Commission forwards annexation plan for ‘conservation subdivision’ to city council, Hydrologist Matt Linden on latest river water levels, Heber head-on collision kills one, injures others on US-40, Eve Furse from Summit County Clerk's office on primary elections, Park City approves $98M budget with funds for roads, childcare an…
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Heber looks to secure part of $3B Utah has allocated for affordable housing, musician Sonya Richins discusses the Wild Heart Sanctuary Benefit Concert, local water district hopes "do not flush" legislation doesn’t go down the drain, Park City Mayor Nann Worel has a recap of Thursday's city council meeting, Park City Transit ridership declined this …
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Sabrina Sholts, curator of biological anthropology at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History, and author of the new book, “The Human Disease: How We Create Pandemics, from our Bodies to our Beliefs,” talks about humans' role and responsibility in diseases and pandemics. Then, Roberto Casati, director of the Jean Nicod Institute and professor at …
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Local trainer Alex Wetmore explains the cutting edge of what makes kids, aging athletes (and everyone in between) thrive in sports, agility and fitness. Then, author Eric Weiner follows in the footsteps of Benjamin Franklin, mining his life for inspiring and practical lessons in a book that’s part biography, part travelogue, part personal prescript…
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Tom Shaub, VP of business development at DecoArt, discusses the company's decision to pursue more sustainable practices for their paint products. Then, Dr. Christina Gerhardt, author and senior fellow at the University of California, Berkeley discusses her latest book, "Sea Change: An Atlas of Islands in a Rising Ocean," in which she weaves togethe…
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John Paul MacDuffie talks about the future of electric vehicles and why US car companies don’t produce lower end vehicles anymore, author Layla McKay discusses her new book “Breaking the Rainbow Ceiling: How LGBTQ plus People can Thrive and Succeed at Work," and Harpal Singh of the Mumbai House highlights the opening of a new location on Main Stree…
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Acclaimed physicist Sean Carroll makes the most complicated ideas in physics accessible for anyone who wants to learn.And innovator and entrepreneur, Charles Loughheed, explains how the intersection of technology and healthcare leads to happier, healthier and more successful outcomes for doctors and their patients.…
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Organizational and sports psychologist Dr. Richard Davis explores the five key behaviors that lead people to make better decisions in their personal and professional lives. His newly released book is "Good Judgment: Making Better Business Decisions with the Science of Personality."Then, scientist, author and speaker, Dr. Alan Townsend, presents a m…
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Venture into the world of cicadas and unravel some of the mysteries of their biogeography, evolutionary adaptations, and the ecological significance of their cyclical emergence. Then, author Boyce Upholt takes us through the history of the Mississippi River.By Claire Wiley, Chris Cherniak
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Christine Larson author of "Love in the Time of Self-Publishing" shares how romance writers became the only authors in America to make money from the rise of e-books, Don Remy former Chief Operating Officer and Chief Legal Officer of the NCAA joins Mountain Money to help us sort out the NCAA’s historic settlement relating to athlete compensation, a…
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John Lin, Associate Director of the Wilkes Center for Climate Science and Policy at the University of Utah, talks about the center and its Climate Solutions Launch Prize.Then, professors at LUISS University, Rome, Cristina Alaima and Jannis Kallinikos talk about the role that digital revolution plays in today’s market economy and highlight their bo…
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Biochemist turned family physician and bestselling author Dr. Cate Shanahan reveals how vegetable oils like canola, cottonseed and six more are wreaking havoc on our bodies in her book, "Dark Calories: How Vegetable Oils Destroy Our Health and How We Can Get It Back."Then, Bill Eddy, Chief Innovation Officer of the High Conflict Institute based in …
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Learn about how Park City residents can reduce the amount of waste going into the landfill with Park City Community Foundation’s Eyee Hsu and Andy Hecht.They will discuss the launch of a residential curbside food waste collection as part of its Zero Food Waste initiative.Then, EarthDay.org’s Aidan Charron discusses fast fashion and its effects on o…
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Author Graham Moore tells the story of a clandestine group within the US Treasury Department charged with a top-secret mission: crash the Nazi economy which is outlined in his new historical fiction book, "The Wealth of Shadows." Then, Robert Spendlove, Senior Economist with Zions Bank, explores why maintaining high mortgage rates is beneficial, es…
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Ophthalmologist Dr. Barbara Wirostko, co-founder and medical director of MyEyes, a local company that helps glaucoma patients with new technology, talks about the latest advances in the treatment of glaucoma.Then, author Jennifer Holland talks about her new book, "Dog Smart: Life-Changing Lessons in Canine Intelligence," a cutting-edge science narr…
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Local resident Sofia Mileti talks about sound as medicine and how she trains mental health practitioners to use sound healing.Then, someone who has commuted 100,000 miles on a bike in Los Angeles joins the show. Peter Flax shares all things bike-related in "Live to Ride: Finding Joy and Meaning on a Bicycle."…
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Walt Meier, a senior research scientist at the National Snow and Ice Data Center, breaks down the data and latest developments regarding the 2024 sea ice extent and what this means for our future.Then they revisit a conversation from earlier this year with author and CBS News national correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti, who discusses his newly releas…
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