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Voices & Views ~ Chris Smyth, General Manager, KEIN 1310AM Radio

On this edition of Voices & Views, host Thomas Risberg is joined by Chris Smyth, KEIN 1310AM Radio General Manage, for a fascinating conversation about the evolution and consolidation of radio over the last few decades, the unique comedy centered focus of KEIN 1310AM and opportunities to create unique local content.

To learn more about KEIN programming go to www.1310kein.ml

And make sure to follow them on Facebook for program info and a ton of hilarious memes, https://www.facebook.com/13KEIN.

 

Voices & Views ~ The McLaughlin Research Institute: President, Dr. Renee Reijo Pera, and Development Director, Brianne Laurin

On this edition of Voices and Views, host Thomas Risberg is joined by McLaughlin Research Institute President, Dr. Renee Reijo Pera, and Development Director, Brianne Laurin, for a discussion of the distinguished nearly 70 year history of the Institute as well as the current groundbreaking research that takes place everyday right here in Great Falls. From gene editing to Alzheimer's research, the Institute is on the cutting edge of science globally, and is a critical part of Great Falls' continued efforts to build a thriving 21st century knowledge-based economy. 

To learn more about the Institute, visit their website at https://www.mclaughlinresearch.org/

Voices & Views ~ Norma Ashby-Smith & Dwight Smith

Local legends Norma Ashby Smith and Dwight Smith share about their childhoods and discuss the Paris Gibson Award as well as upcoming events, including Early Risers (every Thursday in May), the 80th Anniversary of the death of the most loyal dog in the world, Shep, and the Waking the Dead Cemetary Tours. 

 

To nominate someone for the Paris Gibson Award go to https://greatfallsmt.net/recreation/2022-paris-gibson-award (Deadline is May 13th)

 

To find out more about Early Risers go to https://www.facebook.com/EarlyRisersGreatFalls

Voices & Views ~ Scott Wolff, Workforce Education Coalition Director at Great Falls Area Chamber of Commerce

On this episode of Voices & Views, host Thomas Risberg's guest is Scott Wolff, Workforce Education Coalition Director at the Great Falls Area Chamber of Commerce. In addition to discussing his history in law enforcement and the Great Falls economic climate, Scott talks about Leadership High School, Leadership Great Falls and the Low Cost Airfare Initiative.

Chamber of Commerce: https://www.greatfallschamber.org

Leadership Great Falls: https://www.greatfallschamber.org/leadership-great-falls/

Scott Wolff: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-wolff-2bb1a9124

 

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Voices & Views - Guest: Laura Angel, Cancer Survivor and Thriver (11-16-21)

Voices & Views - Host: Thomas Risberg - Guest: Laura Angel, Cancer Survivor and Thriver. The remarkable story of Laura Angel and her sudden-onset journey with Brain Cancer and maintaining a productive, goal-oriented mindset through it all. If you'd like to contact Laura, she would love to hear reactions to her story, people with survival stories of their own, or anyone who needs a voice of support.

 

EMAIL: JLangel415@icloud.com

Voices & Views - Gary Owen and Kim Skornokoski, United Way of Cascade County (11-2-21)

Voices and Views - Host: Thomas Risberg with guests Gary Owen and Kim Skornogoski from United Way discussing local topics and opportunities in Great Falls. Also talking about local organizations and how United Way helps them achieve their goals by being a networking and empowering force in Great Falls.

LINKS: www.uwccmt.org www.volunteergreatfalls.org

Voices & Views - Pastor Ken Johns, Solid Rock Bible Church (10-5-21)

Voices & Views, Host Thomas Risberg with guest Ken Johns, Pastor of Solid Rock Bible Church, discussing culture, values and faith.

Voices & Views (9-21-21) - Shane Etzwiler, President/CEO of the Great Falls Area Chamber of Commerce

Voices & Views with host Thomas Risberg and guest Shane Etzwiler, President/CEO of the Great Falls Area Chamber of Commerce, discussing business development, personal development, Great Falls as a growing community and more.

Voices & Views - Dean Snow and Kylie Fisher from Alliance for Youth (9-7-21)

Dean Snow, Sober Life Program Manager, discusses the why, what and how behind the Sober Life as well as upcoming events including the Recovery Run and Stop the Stigma Week. Kylie Fisher, Youth Advocate, discusses the services offered at the Youth Resource Center as well as Alliance for Youth's upcoming Ribbon Cutting Event on September 30th. 

Voices & Views (6-30-21) Sarah Cawley, Lewis & Clark Trail Heritage Foundation

Sarah Cawley, Executive Director of the Lewis & Clark Trail Heritage Foundation, discusses the her love of nature, the many aspects of the Foundation's work and the upcoming Lewis & Clark Festival, July 9-11.