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On this episode Parker interviews Ben Otto who is an energy consultant from Boise Idaho. They discuss the future of coal power plants. They discuss their environmental impact, and what lies ahead for coal power plants and clean energy in Idaho.

Host Holly Wilson interviews Eric Pankau, Stewardship Manager for the Sagebrush Steppe Land Trust (SSLT) whose mission is to protect, connect, and enhance wildlife habitat, working lands, and community spaces in southeast Idaho. This episode focuses on SSLT’s pilot study to manage invasive cheatgrass with goats as a practical, chemical-free alternative to herbicides. This study evaluates the efficacy of goats intensively grazing in the spring when cheatgrass is growing. The project aims to naturally reduce wildfire severity, control invasive plants, and support mule deer and pollinator habitat.

On today’s episode, Madison speaks with Julie D’Agostino, the founder and Executive Director of Rolling Tomato, a Boise non-profit organization focused on reducing food waste. Rolling Tomato recovers excess fresh produce and freshly-prepared foods destined for the landfill and distributes them to partner organizations, which in turn distribute the perfectly good food to their communities.

In this episode of Sustainable Idaho, host Parker Romero speaks with Dr. Jesse Theiren of Yellowstone Teton Clean Cities who explains what renewable diesel is, how it is produced, and why it can directly replace traditional diesel in existing engines. The conversation explores the longer shelf life, 75 percent lower carbon emissions resulting in reduced maintenance costs for fleets, and practical steps listeners can take to advocate for renewable diesel in their communities.

Dr. Matthew Levay, ISU professor of English, discusses his decade of research on modernist literature and how the variety of forms, including novels, magazines and even comics and file, describe the times in which they were written, and provide lessons for today. We talk about how the literature of the past provides a window into our understanding of the culture and the issues that persist, rightly or wrongly, over generations. Dr. Levay discusses the role that research plays in the discovery of new knowledge and joy.

Host Madison Long talks with rancher Dalan Monk of Deep Creek Cattle Company, a third-generation Rockland Valley operation transitioning from conventional to regenerative ranching methods. Monk describes replacing commercial fertilizers with manure and managed grazing, seeding with drought-resistant forage, partnering with beekeepers, limiting antibiotic use, and building a more resilient, soil-centered beef operation that leaves the land healthier for future generations.

This two-part series examines the recently planned shipments of spent nuclear fuel to Idaho National Laboratory and what they mean for Idaho’s energy future and public safety.

Host Holly Wilson sits down with the founder of Bicycles for Recovery, Richard Roberts. His grassroots nonprofit organization is helping members of the Pocatello community rebuild their lives one bike at a time.

This episode of the Bengal Business Radio Show features Interim Dean Dr. Alex Bolinger in conversation with marketing professor Haley Hardman and healthcare administration professor Sonali Salunkhe about how research, mentoring, and experiential learning are transforming student lives in Idaho State University’s College of Business.

On today’s episode, Madison talks with Kevin Bradshaw, President of the Rotary Club of Twin Falls. Now in its third year, they discuss the specifics of the 2026 Youth Eco Film Contest.