The Big Tent

KRBX and Boise State University
  • 4.7 (3)
  • POLITICS
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

The Big Tent: a place for heavy news with a light touch, from public affairs experts. Each week, Boise State University professors Jaci Kettler, Charlie Hunt, Jen Schneider, Nisha Bellinger, and Luke Fowler get into the week's news, from Boise to beyond. Listen live every Thursday at 3:30 MT on KRBX 93.5 FM; stream live at radioboise.org; or listen later on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

  1. 5D AGO

    Special Guest: Dr. Sophia Borgias

    This week, Nisha and Charlie sit down with special guest Dr. Sophia Borgias, and discuss her research on renewable energy and critical minerals in the West Basin. Listen to learn more!

    28 min

  2. FEB 27

    Special Guests: Former U.S Representatives Steven Palazzo and David Skaggs

    Charlie and Jaci are joined by former members of congress, Steven Palazzo and David Skaggs! Palazzo represented Mississippi in the house from 2011-2023. Skaggs represented Colorado in the house from 1987-1999. Listen to a special edition of The Big Tent made possible by Boise State's Congress to Campus program.

    29 min

  3. FEB 23

    Legislative Session Updates, Special Elections, and Top of Mind

    This week, Jaci, Nisha and Charlie discuss updates in the 2026 Idaho Legislative session, as well as what special elections might indicate about, upcoming, mid-term elections. Stick around for Top of Mind and hear about what is going on with Rhode Island's landfill!

    28 min

  4. FEB 17

    Trade, EPA Regulations and Top of Mind

    This week, Jaci, Charlie and Nisha discuss updates in US-Trade agreements, as well the EPA's recent roll backs on climate-change related regulations. Last but not least, Top of Mind!

    28 min

  5. FEB 10

    Special Guest: Dr. Matthew May

    This week, Luke and Charlie are joined by , Dr. Matthew May, to discuss the results of the 2026 Idaho Public Policy Survey. Dr. May is the research Director at the Idaho Policy Institute, and has joined us to share the poll's key finding and more! Read the report here: boisestate.edu/sps/2026-idaho-public-policy-survey/

    28 min

  6. FEB 2

    Special Guest: Pam Howland, Idaho Employment Lawyers

    Charlie and Jaci are joined by Pam Howland, owner, litigator and investigator at Idaho Employment Lawyers. Established in 2016, her firm focuses on Idaho employment law issues. She joins us this week to discuss her work and new challenges in employment law. Find out more information about Idaho Employment Lawyers at IDemploymentlawyers.com Check out Pam's Podcast, "Ground Rules: Employment Law Over Your Coffee Break"

    28 min

  7. JAN 27

    2026 Idaho Legislative Session, ICE, and Greenland

    This week hosts, Jaci, Jen, and Charlie kick-off the 2026 Idaho Legislative Session, starting the budget deficit. Then, they continue discussing events in Minneapolis, as well as Greenland and NATO.

    27 min

  8. JAN 20

    Special Guest: Cody Gougler

    Join Jaci and Luke on an episode with special guest, Cody Gougler! Cody is the Deputy Athletic Director for External Affairs and BroncoPro Administrative Officer, at Boise State. Listen to learn more about Cody, himself, Boise State Athletics, and mushroom coffee!

    28 min
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The Big Tent: a place for heavy news with a light touch, from public affairs experts. Each week, Boise State University professors Jaci Kettler, Charlie Hunt, Jen Schneider, Nisha Bellinger, and Luke Fowler get into the week's news, from Boise to beyond. Listen live every Thursday at 3:30 MT on KRBX 93.5 FM; stream live at radioboise.org; or listen later on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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  • Creator
    KRBX and Boise State University
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    78
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © KRBX and Boise State University
  • Show Website
    The Big Tent