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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 [email protected] 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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‘Living Voices’ presents the immersive multimedia performance 'Native Vision'

2026/11/10

The Navajo American experience is the subject of an immersive multimedia performance by the interactive educational theater company called "Living Voices".

'The Fall of '55' documentary celebrates 20 year anniversary with special screening

2026/11/10

In 1955, an investigation involving teenage boys spiraled into a widespread investigation of gay men in the city. The scandal made national headlines and changed people's lives forever.

New exhibition 'Bad Woman' takes a closer look at the picture perfect 1950s woman

2026/11/10

Think back to those picture-perfect images of the 1950s. That's part of the idea behind a new exhibition at Surel's Place in Garden City called "Bad Woman."

New study says hot beverages can triple risk of esophageal cancer

2026/11/09

You may like your coffee piping hot, but a new study says that very hot beverages could triple the risk of esophageal cancer.

Darigold faces threat of being shut down

2026/11/09

An Idaho business, whose names and dairy products are very well known, are facing the very real threat of shutting down.

Proposal for luxury subdivision with helipads in historic ranch near McCall withdrawn

2026/11/09

Houses and helipads at a historic ranch near McCall has been withdrawn by developers.

Rachel Maddow coming to Boise to talk about her new book

2026/11/09

Rachel Maddow is coming to Boise for a conversation about her new book, our democracy, and the political moment we find ourselves in.

Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: November 6, 2026

2026/11/06

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.

NASA is sending humans back to the moon for the first time in more than 50 years

2026/11/06

How old are the craters on the moon? That’s just one of many questions scientists want to answer with NASA’s Artemismissions, which will take humans back to the surface of the moon.

What to watch this weekend with George Prentice

2026/11/05

There’s a new movie out about the making of the film Rocky back in 1976. A great show about Frank Wright will be out for Veteran’s Day and will Penélope Cruz win another Oscar?

Idavotes 2026 - What the election means for Idaho

2026/11/04

Idaho Matters looks at what the 2026 election means for the Gem State.

Utah’s Great Salt Lake is shrinking, posing risk to millions of people

2026/11/03

Utah’s Great Salt Lake is shrinking, and that means a greater risk of millions of people breathing in heavy metals, arsenic, mercury and other chemical compounds that threaten human health.

An exit interview with Idaho's Folklorist

2026/11/02

Idaho's Folklorist is stepping down and we look back at some of his achievements.

NAMI Idaho works to help Idahoans

2026/11/02

NAMI's mission is to make mental health awareness a priority in Idaho.

Death Cap Mushrooms have popped up in Boise

2026/11/02

Officials are warning about a deadly mushroom appearing along the Boise Greenbelt.

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4.5 out of 5

104 reviews

★★★☆☆

stahlie3 2025/05/30

A bit one sided

As long as they stay out of politics it’s alright. The latest episode on Trump and tariffs, now interview someone on the other side!! Just to be fair ...

★★★★★

pattyclark12345 2024/10/13

Informative

Idaho matters is a great podcast to learn about all the things going in the community. It covers local news, health matters in the state, local aut...

★★★★★

Kewaunee Gal 2022/12/06

Excellent Reporting

I came across this podcast searching for local reporting on the tragic college murders, and I have stayed to listen to other Idaho news stories becaus...

★★★★★

jewelrygirl 2022/08/10

Love hearing about all things Idaho

Thanks Gemma for the spectacular story telling and creating a friendly news resource. I

★★★★★

JessicaSierra 2022/03/05

Favorite Friday Show

I look forward to the reporter round table every week. I so value getting to hear Idaho news from our amazing local reporters. Gemma is a wonderful ho...

★☆☆☆☆

Jordan Bench 2021/09/02

Fake news

Gemma is just a leftist snob spreading more misinformation and fear to push propaganda.

★★★☆☆

Little Pink Houses 2020/08/23

What about the rest of the state?

Very well produced. Asks great questions. Stays pretty focused on the Southern Idaho cities. Occasionally mentions CdA, but usually in less than affec...

★★★★★

Jaz in Idaho 2020/08/05

Great show

I’m glad that I found this podcast - sometimes I’ve heard the show live, but often can’t because I’m working when it’s on. It’s important information...

★★★★★

Idaho Matters Fan 2020/01/11

Best local program!

Host, Gemma Gaudette and Producer, Frankie Barnhill offer quality content on news from across the state that would otherwise be overlooked, especially...

★☆☆☆☆

mil95031 2019/10/14

Sometimes ok

Occasionally there are some interesting local stories here. I prefer more even political reporting. Gemma is often dismissive of points of views she d...

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