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Idaho Matters

Boise State Public Radio

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

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17:40

As doctors leave Idaho, new report highlights...

Idaho Matters ·

2026/01/15

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.

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26:07

What to Watch: Awards season buzz, a new comedy and a...

Idaho Matters ·

2026/01/15

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.

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22:54

Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: January 14, 2026

Idaho Matters ·

2026/01/14

Flu season is well underway, and in some parts of the country it may already be nearing its peak.

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21:05

Home insurance rates soar in Idaho as lawmakers weigh...

Idaho Matters ·

2026/01/14

Idaho homeowners are seeing insurance premiums rise and policies canceled as fears of catastrophic urban wildfires grow, prompting bipartisan concern at the state capitol.

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13:12

How public lands ranching is taking toll on western...

Idaho Matters ·

2026/01/13

A new investigation in taking a look at how ranching on public lands is outpacing federal oversight, leaving fragile landscapes and waterways at risk.

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14:02

'Journal of the Plague Years:' One Idaho author...

Idaho Matters ·

2026/01/13

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.

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11:52

What's next for Idaho's economy? Zions bank economist...

Idaho Matters ·

2026/01/13

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.

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16:58

From the lungs to the brain: A neurologist explains...

Idaho Matters ·

2026/01/12

As Idahoans endure weeks of wildfire smoke each summer, a neurologist is warning that what we breathe doesn't just irritate our lungs — it may be harming our brains as well.

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43:21

Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: January 9, 2026

Idaho Matters ·

2026/01/09

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.

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24:05

Running towards the flames: Inside the Community...

Idaho Matters ·

2026/01/08

A new podcast is telling the story of a group of surfers who trained alongside firefighters and were put to the test when one of California's most destructive wildfires tore through Los Angeles County.

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12:15

Idaho 44: Fremont County - How the Idaho Art Lab is...

Idaho Matters ·

2026/01/08

In rural Fremont County, the Idaho Art Lab is inspiring creativity with hands-on classes, maker spaces and exhibits that showcase artists of all levels.

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31:01

Idaho Matters Doctor Roundtable: January 7, 2026

Idaho Matters ·

2026/01/07

It's Wednesday and time for our Doctor Roundtable with Dr. David Pate.

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27:59

Rural Idaho counties seeing changes crucial to the...

Idaho Matters ·

2026/01/06

Over a 20 year period ending in 2023, Idaho's population grew abut three times faster than the U.S. average. With that growth came a lot of changes to the Gem State, especially in rural areas.

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09:08

Idaho 44: Elmore - Community Canvas beautifies public...

Idaho Matters ·

2026/01/06

The Community Canvas project in Elmore County is bringing beauty to the walls of businesses, parks and sheds for free.

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06:56

Why mentorship matters: Big Brothers Big Sisters of...

Idaho Matters ·

2026/01/06

January is National Mentoring Month, a time to focus on the role that consistent, supportive adults can play in the lives of young people.

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08:52

Teenagers relying on AI chatbots for mental health...

Idaho Matters ·

2026/01/05

Roughly two-thirds of teenagers are using AI chatbots, like ChatGPT, when they need someone to talk to. People are drawn to AI for mental health because it's free and accessible, but experts stress it does not replace the empathy found from real people.

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12:19

Boise is celebrating America's 250th Anniversary

Idaho Matters ·

2026/01/05

You can get a grant to fund your own 250th anniversary project from the City of Boise.

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12:02

How to make your dream of a small farm come true

Idaho Matters ·

2026/01/05

Thinking about buying your own small farm? Maybe raising some goats and artichokes? This dream can be hard to put into reality, but we'll tell you how!

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10:45

A beloved heroine is reimagined for today in "Anne of...

Idaho Matters ·

2026/01/05

A beloved literary spirit gets a modern reimaging, confronting her past, while carving out a future that is all her own.

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43:18

Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: A year-in-review 2025

Idaho Matters ·

2025/12/26

Each week we bring you the news that made headlines, but this Friday we're taking a look back at the year's biggest stories.Our journalist panel today:Clark Corbin with the Idaho Capital Sun James Dawson with Boise State Public Radio News Kevin Richert, Senior Reporter and Blogger with Idaho Education News

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