Chris and Kaylia talk with Nick Serafin from Santa Clara School of Law about the rise of “Parental Rights” cases sweeping school boards and city councils across the nation… including our very own Clovis. Chris reports on what is going on in the town next door, we talk about fall foods, and yes, Kaylia tells you more about kickball.
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The Story of Chloe Anne Lacey – (September 24th, 2023)
In this special episode, we talk with Allison about her daughter Chloe’s life and tragic death. Please note, that this episode contains a discussion of self-harm, death by suicide, and gun violence.
A Walk In The Park, A Festival in Visalia, and Boebert’s New Low – (September 22nd, 2023)
In this episode, we talk to Nick Vargas about Pride Visalia and Carlene Mendez from The Living Room about Fresno’s AIDS Walk. Plus new terms, national news, Boebert’s new low, and we set the record for the number of times we can say “kickball” (drink responsibly).
A Campfire, Some Parents, and a Problem – (September 15th, 2023)
We talk about Kampout 2023, Clovis Unified School District, gender, queer kids, health care, and Foghorn Leghorn speaks for himself. Our guests are Cy Hiyane of Clovis Unified and Melanie Reno from Kaiser Permanente.
64. The Brookdale Lodge
The Brookdale Lodge in the Santa Cruz Mountains is both a large resort hotel and a local haunted house. In this episode, Matt shares the local lore, talks with two people who had eerie encounters at the Brookdale Lodge, and shares his own experiences there.
The Possible, Maybe, Farewell Tour Of The Fabulous Leilani Price- (September 8th, 2023)
In this episode, Kaylia and Chris recap the lively Clovis City Council Meeting regarding the suggestion of book censorship, chat with Kathleen Reyna of Fresno’s Reel Pride Film Festival, and grill the fabulous Leilani Price about her retirement. Plus our Halloween Watch with Chris and what is the actual meaning of a Whopper?
63. Summer Camp Stories With Dawn Burley
Ghost stories are often associated with campfires, and common perception is that Scout camps are a prime place to learn ghost stories. But the logistics of camp, and of the counselor’s need to keep control over campers, makes that situation a bit more complicated. In this episode, Matt is joined by his old friend, and former Girl Scout camp counselor, Dawn Burley to talk about ghost stories in the Girl Scout camp experience.
All Boys Aren’t Blue and All Lawsuits Aren’t Equal -Interviews with George M. Johnson and PEN America- (September 1st, 2023)
In this episode, Chris and Kaylia tackle the idea of book bans.
Featuring an interview with “All Boys Aren’t Blue” author George M. Johnson, we talk about race, gender, censorship, and being one’s authentic self. We also chat with Nadine Farid Johnson, a PEN America lawyer who breaks down some of the legal and long-term censorship issues in school libraries.
Plus “death months,” “throbbing members,” and the “danger” of joyful gay sex. Enjoy!
62. Ghosts of NYU (With Dr. Michele Hanks)
Colleges and universities attract spooky stories like nobody’s business. The sharing of creepy tales and urban legends is a common part of student life on many campuses. But New York University is somewhat unusual in that it seems to obtain its creepy folklore as part of real estate transactions. In this episode, NYU faculty member Dr. Michele Hanks speaks with Matt about the stories associated with the historic campus.
Coming Together & Earning Our Cookies – (August 18th, 2023)
Our guests include family counselor April Taylor Salery, as well as Arien Reed and Carlos Lopez, both transgender community members. We interview Kim Hensley of Ohio about transgender family experiences and coming together to support each other. Afterward, we talk to Taylor Poisall with the Red Cross about the recent changes to FDA rules which will allow gay men to donate blood.
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