Portneuf Valley Adaptive Sports (PVAS) is a new non-profit in Pocatello that enhances the quality of life and empowers individuals with disabilities by providing year-round outdoor adaptive recreational opportunities. Dana Olson, ski instructor and retired outdoor recreation coordinator, speaks with McKenzie Young about this new program.

Mayor Rebecca Casper is stepping down after 12 years. Under her stewardship, Idaho Falls earned the title of “America’s Best-Performing Small City” on the Milken Institute Best-Performing Cities Index in 2021, 2023, and 2024. On the eve of the 2025 election, Mayor Casper offers her reflection on the importance of understanding the fundamentals of federalism, the impact of bold collaborations, and the unsung heroes of municipal success: the public works crews, city planners, sanitation workers, emergency responders, and the administrative staff.

On today’s episode, Madison speaks with Aaron Menenberg, the Idaho Policy Manager for Renewable Northwest. Renewable Northwest is an advocacy organization focused on supporting a regional grid that meets growing demand with reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean, energy. For more information on Renewable Northwest and their mission, go to renewablenw.org.

This week’s Idaho State Coaches Show kicks off with head cross country coach Zack Kean discussing the Bengals’ strong performances at the Big Sky Conference Championships, including historic fourth-place finishes for both men’s and women’s teams. The episode also features football talk, spotlighting the team’s big win at UC Davis, an upcoming matchup with Cal Poly, and insights from head football coach Cody Hawkins.

In this month's episode, newest Bengal Staff Writer Rory Hons talks about her passion for bringing the nation's political news to the students of ISU!

Dr. Nell Flanders, artistic director and conductor of the Idaho State Civic Symphony, discusses the ISCS season theme of "creative courage," the upcoming November 7th performance titled "Voices Oppressed and Liberated," and provides stories and significance behind the program's four diverse pieces.

Idaho State University Outdoor Adventure Center (OAC) is hosting two ski swaps this year in eastern Idaho. Maren Hunter visits with McKenzie Young about the details, including consignment check-in and sale dates and times, plus the Warren Miller ski movie and OAC rentals.

In this episode of Bengal Tales, host Stephanie Smith sits down with Steve Rice, a devoted ISU alum, loyal supporter, and newly-appointed chair of the ISU Foundation Board. Steve shares heartfelt reflections on his lifelong connection to Idaho State University, his family's multi-generational legacy, and the bright future ahead as the foundation works to enhance opportunities and joy for all Bengals.

This week’s Idaho State Coaches Show, broadcast live from Union Tap Room in downtown Pocatello, features in-depth conversations with Brandon Stephens, Associate Athletic Director for Sports Performance and Wellness, and Bengals head football coach Cody Hawkins.

For decades, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) has taken the lead in negotiating and administering systemwide music licensing agreements on behalf of public media. On October 29, CPB announced that it had reached new three-year agreements with the five major performing rights organizations, ensuring continued music use across public media platforms through December 31, 2027.

On today’s episode, Madison speaks with Dr. EJ Zita, an Idaho farmer, rancher, and a PhD energy physicist, to talk about Bannock County’s renewable energy ban and the new Southeast Idaho Energy and Property Alliance. For more information, she suggests going to www.SEIEPA.com. From there, you can email your questions to info@seiepa.org, find information on public meetings and the Bannock County Solar Energy Ordinance.