Best From KVMRFM Podcasts (2025)

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Stages of Grief 29:57

5d ago29:57

29:57

Lori Burkart Frank interviews Mary Petersen, grief counselor with Hospice of the Foothills, under the Foothills Compassionate Care umbrella. Throughout the grieving process there are intervals of grief. It can be helpful to understand what can show up along the grief journey.By KVMR-FM

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Chris Boyd, GM, Lake Wildwood HOA 29:14

6d ago29:14

29:14

Host Brian Buckley guides us through the life experience of Chris Boyd, from a small town in Washington state to a career in police work including being Chief of a police department built from the ground up, to bercoming City Manager and then, in retirement, back to work as the General Manager of the Lake Wildwood Home Owners Association.…

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Sages Hosts Retrospective 28:46

13d ago28:46

28:46

Host Hollie Grimaldi Flores leads her co-hosts of The Sages Among Us in a retrospective ranging from how the show began, why they choose to participate in community affairs in this way to their aspirations for future guests. She talks with Lori Burkart Frank, Brian Buckley, Paul Cummings and Keith Porter; host Kimberly Ewing was not able to partici…

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Interview with Local Musician Bodhi Busick 25:25

17d ago25:25

25:25

Larry Hillberg, host of Backroads, talks with local musician Bodhi Busick. Bodhi Busick & Friends will be performing at the Unitarian Universalist Community of the Mountains in Grass Valley, CA on Saturday April 12th, 2025. More info available here.By KVMR-FM

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Lynn Forbes - League of Women Voters of Nevada County 29:59

19d ago29:59

29:59

Host Lori Burkart Frank interviews Lynn Forbes, former Food Editor of San Francisco Examiner, Author, Co-President of League of Women Voters of Nevada County, weekly host of Nevada County NOW on NC Media and much more.By KVMR-FM

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Exploring Late-diagnosed Autism 35:15

20d ago35:15

35:15

April is Autism Acceptance Month, and today we’re honoring that by spending the show talking about autism and specifically late-diagnosed autism. Autism is a broad umbrella for describing how some people think, feel, and act differently from what is considered typical or normal. We did a show in January on neurodivergence. Autism is a form of neuro…

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Juan Browne Professional Pilot and Investigative Journalist 30:14

26d ago30:14

30:14

Juan Browne is a local Grass Valley pilot that flies for American Airlines. He has made a name for himself as an investigative journalist covering local disasters like the Oroville spillway, seasonal fires and local, regional and national aviation mishaps. His YouTube channel has grown exponentially shedding a light on aviation and systems safety g…

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Interview with Ben Kaufmann of Yonder Mountain String Band 24:02

1M ago24:02

24:02

Buzz Barnett, host of KVMR's Thursday Morning Show, talks with Ben Kaufmann of Yonder Mountain String Band. Yonder Mountain String Band will be performing at The Miners Foundry Cultural Center in downtown Nevada City, CA on Thursday April 17th, 2025. More info available here.By KVMR-FM

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Lovie Bucknell, founder of Kindred Heart Therapy and Modern Dance Teacher 30:04

1M ago30:04

30:04

Tonight, on The Sages Among Us, host Kimberly Ewing chats with Lovie Bucknell a local community leader in mental health and the arts. She recently founded Kindred Heart Therapy non-profit, she teaches Modern Dance at Sierra College, and she is an advocate for the local skateboarding community.By KVMR-FM

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Cory Fisher - Writer and Former Producer for Michael Moore 30:05

1M ago30:05

30:05

Host Hollie Grimaldi Flores talks with Cory Fisher about her time as a journalist, producer for Michael Moore including the Oscar nominated, Sicko and the importance and impact of a free media presence.By KVMR-FM

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Brian Snyder FREED’s Emergency Preparedness Coordinator 30:18

1M ago30:18

30:18

Brian Snyder has been FREED’s Emergency Preparedness Coordinator for the last five years. Before that, he was FREED’s Disability Community Advocate. FREED is a Nevada County non-profit resource center for older adults and people with disabilities. Before being hired at FREED, Brian worked on a master’s degree in Peacebuilding and Conflict Transform…

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Interview with Kevin Crawford of Irish Band Lúnasa 16:37

2M ago16:37

16:37

Laurie DesJardins, host of New Brick Road, talks with Kevin Crawford of Irish Band Lúnasa. Lúnasa will be performing at The Miners Foundry Cultural Center in downtown Nevada City, CA on Saturday, March 29, 2025. More info available here.By KVMR-FM

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Interview with Northern California Folk Duo Misner & Smith 23:43

2M ago23:43

23:43

Laurie DesJardins, host of New Brick Road, brings Northern California Folk Duo Misner & Smith into the KVMR studios for a live performance and interview. Misner & Smith will be performing at The Wild Eye Pub in Grass Valley, CA on Saturday, March 22, 2025. More info available here. Click Here to listen to Misner & Smith's latest album, All is Song.…

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Biden Administration Official Responds to Medicaid Threats 48:10

2M ago48:10

48:10

Today, we are joined by Emily Voorde, a former Biden Administration official and a top staffer in the Pete Buttigieg Presidential campaign. We talk with Emily about the current threats to Medicaid funding that are working their way through Congress. We also hear first-hand about the challenges people with mobility disabilities and assistive devices…

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Justin Morgan - Foothills Compassionate Care 30:00

2M ago30:00

30:00

Lori Burkart Frank interviews Justin Morgan, Executive Assistant at Foothills Compassionate Care, Football coach, Golfer, and formerly with Cirque Du Soliel for twelve years.By KVMR-FM

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Facing a terminal Prognosis - Peter & Cathryn Coates 30:08

2M ago30:08

30:08

Lori Burkart Frank welcomes Peter Coates back to discuss his experience facing a terminal diagnosis. Peter's wife, Cathryn joins in the discussion. Their courage and love are inspiring and powerful.By KVMR-FM

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Shirley Freriks, WasteNOT Nevada County 29:01

2M ago29:01

29:01

Host Keith Porter guides us through the life journey of Shirley Freriks, a woman with widely diverse experiences who has fulfilled many roles. From early childhood on a farm to senior retail executive to student of Eastern philosophy to recycling educator to forest restorer to advocate for elimination of single-use plastic, her inspirational journe…

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Interview with Musician Roy Rogers 19:22

2M ago19:22

19:22

Paul Emery, host of KVMR's Tuesday Morning Show, talks with local musician Roy Rogers. Roy Rogers & The Delta Rhythm Kings will be performing at The Center for the Arts in Grass Valley on Saturday, March 1st, 2025. More info available here.By KVMR-FM

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Maren Metke Nonviolent Communications Educator 45:18

2M ago45:18

45:18

Maren Metke is a coach, mother, artist, educator and musician. She has a Masters in Neurolinguistic Processing and is an independent Non-Violent Communications trainer, coach facilitator and educator with more than 30 yrs of immersive, active Non Violent Communication integration. She has a deep human development background working in holistic educ…

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Paulette Gilbert, local children's theatre director 30:04

3M ago30:04

30:04

Tonight on The Sages Among Us, host Kimberly Ewing talks with Paulette Gilbert, a local children's theatre director of The Main Stage Playmakers at The Center For the Arts and with Sierra Stages. She has worked with children for nearly 30 years as a teacher, actor and director.By KVMR-FM

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No One Is an Island: Disability and Polyamory 45:56

3M ago45:56

45:56

It’s February, and Valentine’s Day is around the corner. We have a tradition here on Disability Rap of doing a show focused on love and relationships at this time of year. We’re continuing that tradition on this show with a roundtable of guests to talk about disability and polyamory. Why do a show about polyamory on Disability Rap? Well, there is a…

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Michael Leydon, Friends of the Library 29:47

3M ago29:47

29:47

Host Keith Porter brings us the story of a true community activist, Michael Leydon, who serves as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for abused and neglected children and as a board member of Friends of the Library.By KVMR-FM

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Interview with John McEuen of The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band 11:12

3M ago11:12

11:12

Eric Rice, host of County Line Bluegrass, talks with John McEuen of The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band. John McEuen will be performing at The Center for the Arts in Grass Valley on Wednesday, February 5, 2025. More info available here.By KVMR-FM

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Dr. Neeley talks about Healthspan 30:01

3M ago30:01

30:01

Lori Burkart Frank interviews Dr. Scott Neeley, President and CEO of Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital about improving our healthspan.By KVMR-FM

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Jake Colongione Nevada County Adult Protective Services 29:18

3M ago29:18

29:18

Jake Colongione serves as the Nevada County Adult Service program supervisor and the Chief Deputy Public Conservator within the Public Guardians office. Jake has called our beautiful county home for roughly 25 years, where he has raised his two daughters. Jake has a bachelors degree in Criminal and Social Justice, a bachelors degree in Psychology, …

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Stefanie Geckler Nevada County Sheriff's Animal Control Officer 29:54

3M ago29:54

29:54

Stefanie Geckler was raised in Nevada County from a young age and is the current Supervising Animal Control Officer of the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office (NCSO) and founder of nonprofit, Humane Emergency Animal Rescue Team (HEART). Stefanie never envisioned one day she’d be helping animals, nor working in law enforcement. As a teenager, she had her…

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Diane Miessler - Retired RN, Musician, Author, Volunteer 30:01

4M ago30:01

30:01

Lori Burkart Frank interviews Diane Miessler, retired RN, musician, author, gardener, and avid community volunteer.By KVMR-FM

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Discovering Neurodivergence in Adulthood 42:01

4M ago42:01

42:01

Neurodivergence is the recognition that not all brains work the same way. It’s a broad spectrum of brain behavior that’s outside of what’s considered standard or “normal.” Today on the show, we explore neurodivergence with two guests who recognized their neurodivergence as adults. They share how this revelation has changed their understanding of th…

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Interview with JB Eckl of Nevada County Trio, Vibeyard 9:33

4M ago9:33

9:33

KVMR Friday Moring Show Host, Lisa The Kitten, speaks with local musician, JB Eckl, guitarist & vocalist of the Nevada County trio, Vibeyard, ahead of their NYE performance alongside Achilles Wheel at the Miners Foundry in downtown Nevada City. More info on New Years Eve Bash with Achilles Wheel & Vibeyard available here.…

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Haven Caravelli Grass Valley City Council Member 29:06

4M ago29:06

29:06

Haven Caravelli is a local business owner, a mother and a member of the Grass Valley City Council.By KVMR-FM

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Lindsay Bellows, freelance consultant/musician for CHIRP, First 5 Nevada County, and KVMR. 30:04

5M ago30:04

30:04

Tonight, on The Sages Among Us, host Kimberly Ewing talks with Lindsay Bellows, a local musician and consultant for non-profits about sustainability, longevity, and civic engagement throughout community.By KVMR-FM

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Addiction Recovery Is a Disability 29:35

5M ago29:35

29:35

On this episode, comedian Mean Dave shares how comedy led him to discover his addiction recovery is protected by the ADA, and how he’s bringing disability awareness to 12-step programs, helping people understand meetings as the “ramp” that gets recovering addicts up to the “curb” of a manageable life. Mean Dave, who is a fixture in comedy clubs aro…

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Peter Coates shares his music 30:31

5M ago30:31

30:31

Lori Burkart Frank interviews Peter Coates, facing a terminal cancer. Peter shares the songs he has written and recorded which reflect the variety of emotions he faces with is diagnosis. Peter encourages other people facing a terminal diagnosis to find a creative outlet.By KVMR-FM

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Luke Hunt, Sierra Nevada Conservancy 29:38

5M ago29:38

29:38

Host Keith Porter talks with Luke Hunt about his life growing up in the Sierra, his research that took him under the ice in Antarctica many times, and his role helping protect our mountain environment with Sierra Nevada Conservancy.By KVMR-FM

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Denise Johnson, Co owner Craig Johnson Plumbing and Active Community Volunteer 30:24

5M ago30:24

30:24

Host Hollie Grimald Flores chats with Denise Johnson, a long time resident who raised her family in Nevada County alongside her husband while growing their business, Craig Johnson Plumbing. Volunteering, donating and the importance of giving back are discussed.By KVMR-FM

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Kristie Laine, Executive Director of Brunswick Village 30:02

6M ago30:02

30:02

Lori Burkart Frank interviews Kristie Laine, Executive Director of Brunswick Village. Kristie is a lifelong resident in the area, growing up off the grid outside of Camptonville. Kristie and her staff create a sense of family for residents of Brunswick Village Senior Living and Memory Care and their families. Her career is the perfect place for her…

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A Comic Draws (on) his Disability Experience 44:19

6M ago44:19

44:19

Today, we are joined by Jared Wikofsky. He is an independent artist and a comic creator. Jared has self-published and produced over 200 pages of comic work. Recently, Jared received a grant from Upstate Creative Corps. This led to his comic book, FALLING. The book delves into a life altering diagnosis and the long-lasting effects of that diagnosis.…

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Mike Stewart Little Town of Washington Fire Chief 29:56

6M ago29:56

29:56

Mike started his Fire Service commitment in 1982 as a volunteer firefighter, finding a home and a career with the Gold Flat Fire District (later Nevada County Consolidated) in 1985. Having grown up literally on the South Yuba River, Mike quickly gravitated toward river and rope rescue, first studying and later teaching all over California. In 2008 …

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Holly Mitten, Executive Director of The North Star House 30:00

6M ago30:00

30:00

Tonight on The Sages Among Us, host Kimberly Ewing invites Holly Mitten, the Executive Director of Grass Valley's The Northstar House to the show. They talk of her life as a lawyer, owning her own law firm, and then her community work with SYRCL, Sierra Gold Parks Foundation, and now Julia Morgan's The North Star House.…

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KVMR’s Homegrown Storytellers – Twisted Tales 2024 1:41:18

6M ago1:41:18

1:41:18

Community storytellers gathered at the Communal Café in Nevada City just before Halloween to share true tales with a twist. Survival, mystery and life-changing moments are all featured in this episode of KVMR’s Homegrown Storytellers – Twisted Tales. Storytellers: Tamara Luckinbill - Hexed Penelope Whitney - The Treehouse John Watson - Costa Rican …

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Susan Rice, Scientist and Community Activist 29:28

6M ago29:28

29:28

Host Keith Porter explores Susan Rice's world, including her research and consulting on the toxicology of inhaled anesthetics, and her numerous involvements that help make our community a better place.By KVMR-FM

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Disability in the Workforce 51:24

7M ago51:24

51:24

October is National Disability Employment Month, and we’re celebrating with two guests who have cerebral palsy and found fulfilling careers (and even a second career) while overcoming barriers both before and after the Americans with Disabilities Act. We talk with David Clark and Whittier Mikkelsen about their experiences in the workforce, challeng…

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Alex Keeble Toll Nevada County Office of Emergency Services 29:56

7M ago29:56

29:56

Paul Cummings interviews Alex Keeble-Toll. She is a Senior Admin Analyst with the Nevada County Office of Emergency Services. Alex has two graduate degrees one in sociology and the other in science, Alex’ expertise lies at the nexus of people and the environment. She is specifically interested in identifying how to deploy complex information about …

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Helen Fitanides, Sierra Streams Institite 30:01

7M ago30:01

30:01

Lori Burkart Frank interviews Helen Fitanides, Director of Science for Sierra Streams Institute and co-founder of Embodiment Dance Collective. Helen has a passion for connecting people to their environment and bringing audiences new experiences through authentic expression in the air through aerial dance.…

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Foothills Compassionate Care 29:56

7M ago29:56

29:56

Lori Burkart Frank interviews Mary Ann Davis, Marketing and Events Manager and David Franco, Board Chair from Foothills Compassionate Care, recently known as Hospice of the Foothills. Why the name change? Mary Anne and David share the wide variety of services available from our local non-profit, including Hospice, Palliative, Bereavement, Education…

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Christine McKeown, Principal, Ready Springs School 28:29

7M ago28:29

28:29

Host Brian Buckley talks with Christine about her journey in becoming a teacher and then a school administrator, and the challenges and joys of a professional educator.By KVMR-FM

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Mira Clark, Coordinator for CHIRP and Co-curator Uba Seo, Nisenan Arts & Culture 30:04

7M ago30:04

30:04

Tonight, on The Sages Among Us, host Kimberly Ewing gets to talk with Mira Clark, coordinator for C.H.I.R.P. California Heritage: Indigenous Research Project and co-curator of Uba Seo- Nisenan Arts & Culture Gallery on Broad Street, Nevada City. We'll hear how she got involved with such important native work and how her background in the arts assis…

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April Glaser, Community Radio Activist and Journalist 29:38

8M ago29:38

29:38

Host Keith Porter talks with April Glaser about her life of activism supporting community radio, her award-winning journalism and her role as a member of the board of KVMR.By KVMR-FM

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The Comedians with Disabilities Act 38:48

8M ago38:48

38:48

Next month, FREED will be bringing The Comedians with Disabilities Act to downtown Grass Valley for a night of laughter, entertainment, and reflections on being disabled in our ablest society. The Comedians with Disabilities Act is a collection of comedians who have disabilities, both seen and unseen, who bring forth the humor they find in their li…

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Pepsi Helmuth, Geriatric Nurse Specialist 19:45

8M ago19:45

19:45

Host Hollie Grimaldi Flores and Pepsi discuss the close family connections that lead Pepsi to her life's work as a nurse and as a dementia specialist. Tips on how to behave around people with Dementia, what dementia means and how to decide when it's time to seek support are just a few of the topics covered.…

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