Jamon Anderson

The ISU College Republicans would like to invite all community members, local dignitaries, law enforcement and veterans organizations to a memorial event honoring Charlie Kirk on Saturday, September 13, from 8 to 9 pm. The event will be at the ISU Quad. Non-burning candles will be available to attendees. Organizers want to emphasize the event is open to all community members.

This episode features a conversation with Dr. Nell Flanders, conductor and artistic director of the Idaho State Civic Symphony, and John Armstrong, director of Jazz Studies at ISU, focusing on the symphony’s season opener “Creative Courage” and the premiere of Armstrong’s powerful new saxophone concerto “Voluntary Breath,” inspired by his son’s NICU journey and bringing together themes of healing, rhythmic invention, and personal storytelling.

Kick off season two of the Idaho State Coaches Show as Scott Gross sits down with Director of Athletics Pauline Theros for key updates on ISU athletics—including a record-setting “Prepare to Roar” fundraising campaign, major facility upgrades, and a commitment to coaching stability. Theros also details the department’s strategic approach to NCAA changes and reflects on ISU’s inspiring athletic legacy. In the second half, Head Football Coach Cody Hawkins previews the upcoming season, highlighting new coaching staff, energized team culture, and the Bengals’ readiness for their opener at UNLV’s Allegiant Stadium.

Late last night, the House passed the Senate-amended Rescissions Act, which revokes $1.1 billion in critical funding for public media that had already been approved. As a result, KISU-FM has lost an unprecedented 25% of our annual budget. For a small, rural station like KISU—with limited discretionary spending—these cuts strike especially hard.

Join us this week on KISU-FM for special Independence Day programming and exciting updates to our regular schedule! From unique holiday specials to the debut of new shows, there’s something for everyone. Read on for all the details.

KISU’s Jamon Anderson sits down with Rachel Nelsen, student manager of Benny’s Pantry at Idaho State University, to discuss the pantry’s innovative partnership with the ISU Greenhouse. Rachel shares how the collaboration is bringing fresh, campus-grown produce to students facing food insecurity. Listeners will learn about the challenges and rewards of growing food for the campus community, how to get involved, and why supporting Benny’s Pantry matters now more than ever. This post includes access to Benny's Pantry volunteer opportunities sign-up forms.

Guests from the Eastern Idaho Water Rights Coalition, Keith Esplin and Roger Warner, presented to the City Club of Idaho Falls on May 15, 2025. Topics included water rights, groundwater use, and recharge efforts in Eastern Idaho. KISU's radio broadcast of the recorded forum airs on Monday, June 2nd, at 7:00 pm.

KISU-FM radio programs earned recognition at the 2025 Idaho Press Club (IPC) “Best of 2024” Awards, taking home three honors for radio content produced in 2024. The accolades include a fourth IPC award for The Nature of Idaho and two awards for Sustainable Idaho host Jodie Schwicht, bringing the total number of IPC honors for Sustainable Idaho to five since 2021.

Senator Lent and Representative Horman answered a range of questions from City Club moderator Liza Leonard and the audience, discussing 2025 legislative actions related to JFAC, education, constituent engagement, and more.

The Idaho State Civic Symphony will present its final performance of the season titled “Memories and Mysteries” this month on April 25th. This concert features guest composer and soloist Daniel Pesca performing the World Premiere of his new piano concerto, Up North. Dr. Daniel Pesca and Dr. Nell Flanders join KISU’s Jamon Anderson for a preview of the April 25th performance.