Interested Wohali buyer and 'Mountainhead' House developer Doug Bergeron, Park City Ski and Snowboard Director steps down, Promontory Foundation awards $330K in grants to local nonprofits, Better Boundaries new Executive Director Elizabeth Rasmussen, Dakota Pacific referendum group considers appeal of mootness ruling, Wasatch councilmember Luke Sea…

Journalist and author Rebecca Tuhus-Dubrow explores the surprising bipartisan support for nuclear power, its ties to nuclear weapons and how environmentalists are rethinking their stance on the technology. And energy attorney Jeff Merrifield, former Nuclear Regulatory Commissioner, explains how next-generation nuclear technologies are being designe…

Trails report with Mountain Trails Foundation, Park City Councilmember Jeremy Rubell recaps the council's two meetings this week, Protect Summit County representative Angela Moschetta discusses what's next now that a court ruling this week rendered the Dakota Pacific referendum moot, Paralympian and founder of Sisters in Sports Foundation Danelle U…

Carey Pickus, co-founder of Trailhead Parent Support, talks about her own family’s struggles and how that led Carey to create weekend retreats to help parents of teens and young adults find tools, support and hope. Then, Caroline Miller, Executive Director of Utah Avalanche Center, previews the 32nd annual Backcountry Benefit and the ongoing missio…

Major Summit County composting facility's permits revoked, Summit County Lands and Natural Resources Director Jess Kirby shares an update on the purchase of the 910 Cattle Ranch and newly approved conservation easement, Executive Director of the Utah Rivers Council Zach Frankel discusses their concern with approval of bill that could reduce 40% of …

Chris and Claire begin the show with Award-winning science journalist Judith Schwartz who walks us through her latest book, "The Reindeer Chronicles." Then, investigative journalist Nadia Hadman joins the program to discuss the uncertain future of researchers who study wildlife, air, land and water across our national parks system.…

Francis code changes ban future hotels and limit short-term rentals, new townhome proposals head to Heber planning commission, Ember Conley previews the Park City Performing Arts Foundation Main Stage schedule, Wasatch Back municipalities to certify primary election results, residents asked to name High Valley’s bus rapid transit system, Lauren Loc…

Roger and Kevin speak with Director Rob Diamond about some of his many film projects. Then they speak with Tyler Anderson about the Urban Sailor Coffee Roastery Cafe on Iron Horse Dr. And, Pauline Baykova and Crystal Deskins of Mixers and More, talk about their new store on Heber Avenue.By Kevin Kennedy, Roger Goldman

Man in custody after SWAT standoff near Trailside Park, Summit County creates new agricultural tourism permitting process, Miners fall hard as Wasps and Wildcats notch first wins, Heber leaders discuss latest iteration of downtown rezone plans, Wasatch Immigration Project featured speaker Ketzel Morales previews her presentation on how to be an "un…

Back Alley Bash to mark start of KPCW summer pledge drive, Summit County disbands Basin open space board, for now, Gov. Cox says Utah would welcome another X Games, former Summit County planning commissioner joins state liquor board, Art on the Trails brings performers and painters to McLeod Creek trail, Beulah Fire update with fire spokesperson Er…

Climate activist and author Bill McKibben explains why the rapid rise of solar and wind power may be our best and last chance to slow global warming, how communities worldwide are leading the way and why he is helping launch Sun Day, a global celebration of clean energy on September 21, 2025. Then, Pearl Sandick, interim dean of the College of Scie…

Trails report with Mountain Trails Foundation, Summit County Sheriff Frank Smith announces retirement, Summit County Councilmember Canice Harte recaps Wednesday's county council meeting, Park City School District Superintendent Lyndsay Huntsman and Board of Education President Meredith Reed talk about the start of the school year, Mid Mountain Trai…

Organizational transformation expert Bree Groff, author of a new book called “Today Was Fun: A Book About Work (Seriously),” tells how fun in the workplace is about more than morale – it’s the key to building a successful business. Then, journalist Heather Clark's discovery of her grandfather's WWII scrapbook led to a literary novel that asks diffi…

Utah Legislature drafts changes to Summit County Council districts bill, Snyderville Basin Water Reclamation District Executive Director Mike Luers provides a monthly update on wastewater projects and programs, Heber City Mayor Heidi Franco recaps Tuesday night's city council meeting and Summit Community Gardens/EATS Executive Director Helen Nadel …

Faculty lecturer for the University of Utah and award-winning photojournalist, Jonathan Duncan joins the show to discuss the Great Salt Lake.By Chris Cherniak, Claire Wiley

Council prepares to vote on central Heber zoning changes, Wasatch County Manager Dustin Grabau discusses topics from the county council meeting, Utah Chapter of Alzheimer's Association shares details on this year's Walk to End Alzheimer's and Recycle Utah Education Director Mary Closser and Community Outreach Manager Chelsea Hafer share the latest …

Today on Mountain Money chef Pierson Shields talks about his new restaurant "Matilda." Then the presidents of Park City’s three rotary clubs talk about how their organizations serve our community and preview the annual Running of the Balls on Miners Day. And, DeMaurice Smith, former Executive Director of the NFL Players Association, takes an inside…

Summit County officials court Utah’s housing czar, new Park City manager won’t be appointed until next year, mayor says, To advance nuclear plans, MIDA seeks $5M loan for Camp Williams project,En Garde! Olympic skiers take a turn at fencing to help grow the sport, Mitch Dumke with 3 Springs Ranch shares an update on the Oakley ranch and recaps last…

Lightning sparks additional small fire in Uinta Mountains, MIDA adds Deer Crest land to Wasatch County projects, PCHS Football Coach Josh Montzingo talks about the first game of the season, Oakley City Council approves small property tax increase, Park City Mayor Nann Worel recaps Thursday night's council meeting, bankruptcy Lawyer Tom Beckett with…

Ecologist and author Rob Dunn reveals the surprising ways humans and other species shape each other’s lives, from the puppy eyes that melt our hearts to the yeast that has been domesticating us for centuries, and why these hidden partnerships might hold the key to our future. Then, Johns Hopkins researcher Natalia Trayanova shares how artificial in…

Trails report with Mountain Trails Foundation, Park City Council to talk state Route 248 study and park and ride options, Summit County Councilmember Megan McKenna recaps Wednesday's council meeting, this Utah ski resort is making a bold prediction for its 2025-2026 starting date, adventure challenge encourages kids to soak up the final days of sum…

Journalist Mallory Tenore Tarpley provides a new framework for understanding eating disorder treatment and recovery, interweaving poignant personal stories, immersive reporting and cutting-edge science in her new book "Slip: Life in the Middle of Eating Disorder Recovery." Then, with some 60,000 medicinal plants available in the world, certified he…

Toly, Zegarra lead Park City Council primary race, preliminary results show eastern Summit County primary leaders, Franco, Phillips lead 2025 Heber mayoral primary race, Intermountain Ski Hall of Fame Inductee Steven Nyman and Museum Manager Maddie Nunez share details on this year's Intermountain Ski Hall of Fame induction ceremony, Park City Manag…

Tom Mills of Alpenglow Energy discusses the recent bill passed by Congress regarding the expiration of the solar tax credit. Then, Matthew Boyer, researcher at the University of Helsinki, shares a recent study of the foul-smelling fumes of penguin waste, which could help mitigate the impacts of climate change.…

Ballots due Tuesday for Wasatch Back primary elections, freelance journalist asks for dismissal of defamation lawsuit from Park City schools ex-COO, Summit County Manager Shayne Scott discusses the agenda for Wednesday's county council meeting, South Summit Superintendent of Schools Greg Maughan provides details on the new school year, Executive Di…

Author Evan Osnos discusses his new book, “The Haves and Have-Yachts,” a probe into the world of America’s increasingly powerful oligarchs. Then, in the second of a 2-part series on taxes, economist Corey Husak of the Center for American Progress gives his take on the latest bill out of D.C.By Kevin Kennedy, Roger Goldman

Mayoral candidates Dickey, Rubin say Park City needs new direction at city hall, Summit County Health Department Director Phil Bondurant provides a monthly update, event organizer Nancy Major shares details about The V Foundation for cancer research and their upcoming fundraiser and Peace House executive director Kendra Wyckoff shares details about…

Oakley residents voice opposition to proposed city center development, Summit County fire in Uinta Mountains forces evacuations, road closures, Park City Community Engagement Manager Linda Jager and Communications Manager Clayton Scrivner discuss the city's new podcast, applications open for Heber Leadership Academy, medical duties and dangerous co…

Joanna Sokol, author of “A Real Emergency – Stories from the Ambulance,” shares heartfelt, and sometimes hilarious, experiences as an EMT and describes how they’ve shaped her understanding of our medical care system. Then, author Jill Bialosky discusses her new book, “The End of the Beginning: A Personal History of My Mother,” which explores the ma…

Jason Cryan, executive director and entomologist at the Natural History Museum of Utah, highlights the upcoming BugFest, a big celebration of some of Utah’s tiniest residents. Then, University of Utah professor of physics and astronomy Anil Seth shares the remarkable discovery he and his team made using two decades of imaging from the Hubble Space …

Trails report with Mountain Trails Foundation, North Summit Fire District to issue ballistic vests for firefighters, Summit County Councilmember Tonja Hanson recaps Wednesday's council meeting,Ryan Bunnell discusses the Heber Leadership Academy and how to apply and Park City Film Executive Director Katy Wang previews upcoming screenings.…

Summit County clerk defends decision to reject referendum, Summit County Community Development Director Peter Barnes provides an update on development projects throughout the county, Chabad of Park City Director, Yudi Steiger, on Utah's first-ever Jewish Festival in Park City, most Wasatch County drivers have close calls on north US 40 and Park Cit…

Marine biologist and author Helen Scales shares more about how shells are shaped with her new book, "What the Wild Sea Can Be." Then, Sam Bloch comes on to shed light on his book, "Shade: The Promise of a Forgotten Natural Resource."By Claire Wiley, Chris Cherniak

Prospector Park meeting to focus on future of state Route 248, Park City couple share turbulent Delta flight experience, Wasatch County Manager Dustin Grabau has a preview of this week's county council meeting, Heber poised to add safety bonus for city employees, Utah Outliers Game Operations Manager and Housing Coordinator Bill McCloud on Park Cit…

Economist Dan Mitchell, former senior fellow at the Cato Institute, gives his perspective on the relationship between tax rates and government revenue. Then, Patrick McGee, author of “Apple in China,” examines the extraordinary story of how so much of Apple’s technology came to be manufactured in China — and the profound implications for both China…

Annual Kimball Arts Festival a success for artists and art center (01:53), Summit County Chief Deputy Kacey Bates and PIO Skylar Talbot have an update on from law enforcement (04:54), Heber City Manager Matt Brower previews Tuesday's city council meeting (18:25), Historic Park City Association Executive Director Ginger Wicks has details on this yea…

Blaise Agüera y Arcas, a Vice President and Fellow at Google, explores the concept of intelligence in his new book, “What Is Intelligence? Lessons from AI About Evolution, Computing, and Minds.” Then, Richard Herbert, a machine learning and artificial intelligence engineer for the past 10 years, shares his insights with respect to the future of AI …

Dr. Aaron Fischer from the University of Utah School of Psychology and Psychiatry talks about the challenges and triumphs of youth mental health. Then, science journalist Starre Vartan talks about her new book, "The Stronger Sex," which dismantles the myth that men are inherently stronger than women.…

Chris and Claire revisit a conversation with award-winning, best-selling author John Vaillant who penned a highly lauded account of a colossal fire in his book "Fire Weather, A True Story from a Hotter World." Then, Sara Jo Dickens from Ecology Bridge and local mountain bike enthusiast Mike Sczcesny come on to talk about an opportunity to properly …

On Mountain Money, author Megan Greenwell shares her new book, "Bad Company," a deep dive into the not always positive world of private equity. Then Kevin and Roger speak with Hannah Stoughton at Rendezvous Run for all things running. They finish up the hour learning about beekeeping and a new local business, with host Kevin Kennedy speaking on his…

Award-winning winemaker Lisa Bishop Forbes reveals the science behind what makes a wine truly exceptional. She discusses grape quality, fermentation techniques, her fresh approach to Chardonnay, and the challenge she faces in shipping and making great alcohol-free wines. (1:04)Then, local tech entrepreneur Steven Boal, CEO of Salt Lake City based c…

Rapper, activist, and author Sonita Alizada shares the gripping story of her escape from the Taliban regime after being sold as a child bride in Afghanistan, and her unexpected connection to Utah in her new book, “Sonita: My Fight Against Tyranny and My Escape to Freedom.” (1:13)Then, research professor and geophysicist Gidon Eshel, talks about his…

Chris Perkins, Vice President of Programs at Outdoor Recreation Roundtable, shares more about the recently released Trail Map for Rural Development in America, a resource designed to guide federal, state, local, tribal, and philanthropic leaders in harnessing the power of outdoor recreation. (01:54)Then, climate justice and clean air advocate Meise…

American Enterprise Institute economist Kevin Corinth joins for the second of two interviews offering different perspectives on the effect of the recently passed budget bill on Medicaid. (00:46)Then, Jeff Weiss, author of “Waiting for Britney Spears,” talks about his years in the celebrity media industry tracking figures like Britney Spears and Bra…

Ferris Jabr shares his bestselling book “Becoming Earth,” which explores the interconnectedness between the Earth and everything that lives on the planet. Then, Elliot Lichtman talks about his new book, “The Computer Always Wins.” In it, he teaches powerful computer science concepts by using common games like tic-tac-toe.…

Microbiologist Dr. B. Brett Finlay and health geographer Dr. Jessica Finlay challenge conventional wisdom about aging by highlighting the crucial role of microbes in our health. In their new book "The Microbiome Master Key," they explore how nurturing our inner ecosystem can promote longevity, brain health and overall well-being. Then, Park City ba…

Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance Stewardship Director Jeremy Lynch and Stewardship Coordinator Talitha McGuire highlight the successes of their 2025 Stewardship Programs to date, what is still to come this year and how you can get involved. Then, the Nature Conservancy’s Director of Youth Engagement, Kate Ireland and Extern Marie Taylor who talk a…

NYU Professor Sherry Glied discusses the potential effects of the budget reconciliation bill on Medicaid beneficiaries. Then, Bryn Ramjoue of My 529 talks about the Utah 529 college savings program. And Jake Wolf shares details about the Warehouse Motor Club.By Kevin Kennedy, Roger Goldman

Lee Billings, the senior science editor for Scientific American, talks about the Vera C. Rubin Observatory in northern Chile that has recently released its first images of the southern sky. Then, demographic planner Dean Spears talks about the science of depopulation, the possible start of a global population decline in the next 50 years, and it po…

Take a journey down memory lane with journalist and self-described "retrologist" Rolando Pujol as he celebrates the charm of America's vintage roadside culture. Then, award-winning New York Times journalist Susan Dominus weaves researched stories with science to explore the circumstances that set families apart including the potential effects of yo…