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We made it to Friday, and host Lindsay Van Allen is joined by political scientist Charlie Hunt to dig into the week’s biggest local stories. Congressman Mike Simpson is making moves on public land protection, but can a bipartisan caucus hold back big development plans? And the Greater Boise Auditorium District elections could shape our city’s event scene. Plus, Meridian is unveiling a new ninja course designed to make sure a little girl’s dream lives on in a powerful way.

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Boiseans take great pride in our state’s iconic outdoor scenery, but host Lindsay Van Allen learns that not everyone is a fan. So, today on the show, Hey Boise newsletter editor Blake Hunter and contributor Rachel Spacek are taking a hike through the silliest one-star reviews of Idaho’s most beloved outdoor locations and trying to guess where the complainers were. Do these critics have legit grievances, or were they expecting luxury in the Foothills?

We learned Lower Hulls Gulch Trail does follow an odd/even separation of use strategy. Click here to learn more.

Also, here’s the article and podcast episode about Table Rock Cross that we mention in the show.

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When the Great Recession hit in 2008, Boisean Heather Wheeler turned clipping coupons into a big-time business, founding The Krazy Coupon Lady. Now, Heather is joining host Lindsay Van Allen with advice for weathering whatever’s coming next. We’re learning how to tell a real deal from a gimmick, what Gen Z can learn from millennials who weathered the last recession, and how to upgrade your coupon game in 2025.  

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Introducing Ocean Vuong: "The Emperor Of Gladness" | Oprah's Book Club from The Oprah Podcast.

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In this episode of Oprah’s Book Club: Presented by Starbucks, Oprah sits down with acclaimed author Ocean Vuong to discuss his much-anticipated new novel, The Emperor of Gladness.

Chosen as the 114th Oprah’s Book Club selection, The Emperor of Gladness reveals the many ways love, labor and loneliness show up in American life. The novel begins on a summer evening in the post-industrial town of East Gladness, Connecticut, where nineteen-year-old Hai stands on the edge of a bridge ready to jump. An elderly widow suffering from dementia intervenes and the unlikely pair form a life-altering bond. In this episode, Ocean discusses this deeply personal narrative and his gift of illuminating the fullness of humanity in the most ordinary of places.

Oprah and Ocean are joined by a live audience in a Starbucks Café in Chicago, enjoying the Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso, layered with flavors of brown sugar, cinnamon and Starbucks® Blonde Espresso Roast.

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Spring might just be the Foothills’ finest season, if you know where to look. Luckily for us, contributor Heath Druzin has helpful insider tips to get you outside. He joins host Lindsay Van Allen to talk about the best hiking trails, where to find the blooming wildflowers, and what you need to know about trail safety and etiquette. Plus, he reveals a secret trail that has been gate-kept until today. 

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Introducing Vanessa Van Edwards: Stop Overthinking Every Social Interaction! (Use THESE Cues to Be Liked, Respected, and Build Confidence in Every Conversation) from On Purpose with Jay Shetty.

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What usually holds you back from starting a conversation?

Can you remember a time you avoided someone out of fear of saying the wrong thing?

Jay sits down with behavioral researcher and bestselling author Vanessa Van Edwards for a powerful conversation that blends science, honesty, and so many surprising moments. Vanessa, who refers to herself as a “recovering awkward person,” shares how her biggest social struggles became the driving force behind her mission to crack the code on human connection.

Together, Jay and Vanessa dive into the fascinating world of charisma, exploring the 97 cues, from eye contact to tone of voice, that quietly shape how we’re seen and understood. Vanessa breaks down why so many of us feel overlooked or underestimated—and introduces “signal amplification bias,” a concept that explains why the signals you think you’re sending might not be landing the way you expect. Vanessa shows us how confidence isn’t always something you’re born with but something you can build, with intention and awareness.

The conversation goes even deeper as they unpack the tricky balance between warmth and competence, especially for women in the workplace, and how vulnerability isn’t a weakness, but often your greatest strength. They explore how to create those magic “me too” moments that form instant connections, spot the hidden red flags in communication, and let go of the need to be liked by everyone in order to be truly seen by the right people.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Make a Great First Impression Without Saying a Word

How to Break the Ice with a Simple “Hey”

How to Balance Warmth and Competence in Any Conversation

How to Create Connection Using “Me Too” Moments

How to Exit a Conversation Gracefully (Without Offending Anyone)

How to Spot a Liar Using Body Language and Micro-Expressions

How to Ask Better Questions That Spark Real Conversations

How to Recognize the Difference Between Charisma and Manipulation

Whether you struggle with social anxiety, want to level up your leadership presence, or are just tired of surface-level small talk, this episode is packed with practical tools and uplifting wisdom to help you connect with more authenticity and power.

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:51 From Awkward to Empowered: Overcoming Social Anxiety

02:43 How Do You Really Want People to See You?

06:44 Why Aren’t Your First Impressions Landing?

10:01 Why They’re Not Getting Your Signals (And What to Do About It)

13:33 Want to Be More Attractive? Try Being More Available

15:40 One Simple “Hey” That Can Spark a New Connection

19:16 Your Vibe Teaches People How to Treat You

22:06 Speak with Power: Unlock Your Full Vocal Power

23:47 3 Conversation Starters That Actually Work

29:49 Making Friends Doesn’t Have to Be Hard

31:17 Why Compliments Alone Don’t Build Connection

33:30 Break the Ice Without Sounding Like Everyone Else

38:36 Stop Trying to Be Interesting, Do This Instead

40:48 The Art of a Smooth and Respectful Exit

44:32 Use These Nonverbal Cues to Steer the Conversation

47:41 Spot Inauthentic Behavior Before It Costs You

54:28 Why People-Pleasing Feels Safer But Actually Holds You Back

57:48 How to Tell If Someone’s Lying (Without Saying a Word)

01:00:04 When Narcissists Feel Like the Most Charismatic People

01:03:46 Want to Really Get to Know Someone? Take a Road Trip

01:04:45 How Dopamine Makes You More Memorable

01:08:23 Every Answer Can Be a Gateway to Connection

01:10:51 How Asking Better Questions Inspires Growth

01:13:10 Discover Your Social Battery: Introvert, Extrovert, or Ambivert?

01:15:10 You Might Be an Ambivert and That’s a Superpower

01:19:07 The Two Ways Friendships Evolve Over Time

01:22:30 Choose Friends Who Inspire Awe

01:25:20 The Double Standard Faced by Highly Competent Women

01:33:09 Before You Make That Connection, Ask Yourself This 

01:34:34 Life’s Too Short for Shallow Connections, Find Your People

01:36:29 Vanessa on Final Five

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Wildfire season is just around the corner. And even though the Foothills are still green, fire seasons are getting longer, hotter, and more dangerous. Host Lindsay Van Allen is joined by Idaho Statesman reporter Sarah Cutler, who breaks down what could happen when a major fire hits, what to do when it does, and whether Boise residents and insurance systems are truly prepared.

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Introducing Dr. Ania Jastreboff from The Oprah Podcast.

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In this episode of The Oprah Podcast, Oprah sits down with Dr. Ania Jastreboff, an endocrinologist and associate professor at the Yale School of Medicine, to talk about the new GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound. Dr. Ania, who has been on the forefront of GLP-1 medication research for the past 20 years, will talk through why it is biologically difficult for some people to lose weight, maintain weight loss and why obesity is a disease. She explains how the new GLP-1 medications work, how they can facilitate weight loss, and if they are safe. Dr. Ania answers questions from people around the country who are taking the GLP-medications and have lost a significant amount of weight. We will also share an update from Amy Kane who told her story of losing 160 pounds on weight loss medications last year on Oprah’s ABC Special: Shame, Blame and the Weight Loss Revolution.

Also referenced in this episode: "The Let Them Theory: A Life-Changing Tool That Millions of People Can’t Stop Talking About" by Mel Robbins, published by Hay House LLC is available wherever books and audio books are sold.

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It’s Friday, so host Lindsay Van Allen and executive producer Frankie Barnhill are diving into the week’s biggest local stories. First, they chat through the Boise City Council’s decision to make the Pride flag an official city flag, sparking heated conversations and making national news. Then, they remind us about the May 20 library board elections, which are becoming the next front in Idaho’s culture wars. And to head into the weekend, we’re celebrating the warm weekend forecast on a beloved restaurant’s brand new patio. 

For more on what will be on your May 20 ballot, check out our Hey Boise article. And here’s where to early vote through Friday, May 16. 

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Introducing Kerry Washington Opens Up: Mental Health Struggles, Her Spiritual Connection & The Secret That Changed EVERYTHING from The School of Greatness.

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Acclaimed actress Kerry Washington drops her Hollywood facade to reveal the startling truth about growing up with a family secret that shook her identity to its core. She opens up about the mental health battle that comes with discovering in her forties that she was conceived through a sperm donor—a revelation her parents had kept hidden her entire life. Through therapy, spiritual practice, and brutal honesty, Kerry transformed this family mystery into her greatest source of strength, allowing her to step fully into her power both on-screen in her new action film "Shadow Force" and in her personal life. This vulnerable conversation exposes how Kerry's mental health journey from feeling "not enough" to embracing her authentic self offers a blueprint for anyone seeking to break free from their own limiting beliefs.

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In this episode you will learn:

• How Kerry transformed her family's shocking DNA revelation from potential destruction to profound healing
• Why therapy became Kerry's mental health sanctuary where she learned to separate excellence from feelings of inadequacy
• The unexpected way Kerry's eating disorder recovery opened her spirituality
• How Kerry approaches marriage as a "third entity" requiring conscious investment from both partners
• The critical difference between pursuing greatness from a place of deficiency versus from joy and purpose

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