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Hosted by Gemma Gaudette on Boise State Public Radio News, this weekday public affairs podcast serves as a gathering place where ideas are shared, stories are told and conversations thrive. Whether you’re curious about local government, inspired by the arts or invested in your community, Idaho Matters is where the voices of Idaho come together to inform, engage and celebrate the people and places that make the Gem State unique.
Send us your questions, comments or story ideas by emailing idahomatters@boisestate.edu or sending us a voicemail using the "Talk To Us" feature on the free Boise State Public Radio app.
Make a donation to support the Idaho Matters podcast today.
Send us your questions, comments or story ideas by emailing idahomatters@boisestate.edu or sending us a voicemail using the "Talk To Us" feature on the free Boise State Public Radio app.
Make a donation to support the Idaho Matters podcast today.
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Idaho students are getting a shot to show off their civic know-how, face off against their peers and compete for prizes in this years National Civics Bee.
For decades, the Sawtooth Interpretive and Historical Association has been preserving the voices of Stanley's past — and those stories are still being shared today.
When migraines strike, even the simplest task can become difficult, which is why one women is working to raise awareness and help others live well despite the pain.
In response to recent immigration raids, four nonprofits have joined forces to support struggling families through the Idaho Familias Assistance Fund.
Tree Town Tennis is serving up fun, adaptive challenges and community spirit at its 'Swing Into Spring 2026' fundraiser to build the city's first public indoor tennis facility.
It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho Matters gets you up to date on all the news that made headlines this past week.
Idaho tips a glass to Scotland's beloved poet Robert Burns with a night of verse, tradition and celebration marking more than a century of local Scottish heritage.
What began as a New Year's Eve celebration ended in shattered glass and serious injuries — and now Boise Police say their investigation is complete.
Part mystery, part civics lesson, this children's theatre production turns Idaho history into an interactive adventure.
A year after a West Texas outbreak, declining vaccinations and limited protections have turned a once-eliminated virus into a growing threat — especially in low-immunization states like Idaho.
A new youth roadmap reveals that beneath Boise's reputation for quality of life, many young people are struggling with mental health and access to different resources.
Facing one of the nations highest teen suicide rates, Idaho is testing a new school-based program designed to build resilience and save young lives.
It’s Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho Matters gets you up to date on all the news that made headlines this past week.
A new economic impact study shows Idaho is losing more than $125 million a year as doctors, especially OB/GYNs, leave the state, raising concerns about healthcare access, the economy and rural communities.
Awards season is in full swing — bringing a mix of top contenders, a fresh new comedy, a classic tv return and an under-the-radar gem perfect for your weekend watchlist.
Flu season is well underway, and in some parts of the country it may already be nearing its peak.
Idaho homeowners are seeing insurance premiums rise and policies canceled as fears of catastrophic urban wildfires grow, prompting bipartisan concern at the state capitol.
A new investigation in taking a look at how ranching on public lands is outpacing federal oversight, leaving fragile landscapes and waterways at risk.
From the solitude of Idaho's Sawtooth Valley, writer John Rember turned the uncertainty of the COVID-19 shutdown into a deeply personal chronicle of life during a world-altering moment.
Idaho's economy is thriving with strong job growth and GDP gains, but rising interest rates and Federal Reserve decisions could impact the state's next chapter.




