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It’s October, and we’ve got your guide to make the most of spooky season in the Treasure Valley! Hey Boise’s newsletter editor Blake Hunter has the inside scoop on where to grab the best seasonal drinks, while From Boise’s Marissa Lovell gets us hyped for the can’t-miss food event of the month. Plus, host Lindsay Van Allen makes the case for why you should take a walk through a cemetery this month — and the best ones to visit.

If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Boise community.

For even more tips on how to make the most of October in Boise, check out Hey Boise’s take on what to do this month. 

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Introducing JoJo on Protecting Her Peace from The Bright Side.

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JoJo is known for her chart-topping hits like “Leave (Get Out)” and “Too Little Too Late,” and she’s back in the spotlight with her powerful new memoir, Over the Influence. JoJo opens up about her journey through the music industry — from her meteoric rise at just 13, the challenges that silenced her voice for years, and the peace she’s been able to find (and protect).

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Laurie Pearman and Sarah Keck dreamed of a space where they could bring people together and encourage community vitality on the West Bench. Today, host Lindsay Van Allen is speaking with two friends who instantly connected when they both realized they had a common vision to open a coffee shop. We’ll learn what it took to get that dream off the ground and how the neighborhood has responded to Common Ground Coffee & Market.

Click here to learn more about Common Ground’s grand opening on October 5th. 

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Introducing Sarah Longwell on politics, AI, and elections from Possible.

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What’s driving some of the greatest political divisions and threats to democracy ahead of the 2024 U.S. presidential election?

This week, Reid and Aria attempt to unpack this with someone who specializes in listening to American voters and translating those insights, at scale: Republican political strategist and The Bulwark co-founder/publisher Sarah Longwell. Sarah, who also hosts The Focus Group Podcast, joins the show to talk about her experience listening to everyday voters through focus groups — and her perspective on how doing so can help people better understand one another, combat misinformation, and heal some of the deepest divides in America today. She shares her perspective on Donald Trump, the upcoming election, the state of politics in Silicon Valley, AI, the future of the Republican Party, and the value of compromising. Plus, Reid tests GPT-4o’s ability to separate fact from fiction. 

Note: This conversation is not intended to proselytize or convert anyone. Rather, it is an attempt to learn from someone who has spent hundreds of hours talking to thousands of voters about their lives and politics.  

For more info on the podcast and transcripts of all the episodes, visit https://www.possible.fm/podcast/ 

Topics:

03:41 - Hellos and intros

04:55 - The state of politics now

06:08 - Inside the mind of an undecided voter

08:22 - What polls actually tell us

10:04 - What’s different about the political attitude right now

12:22 - How focus groups work, and what they tell us

18:08 - The benefits of qualitative research

18:52 - How can technology improve focus group research?

23:12 - How to become a better listener and persuader

28:21 - The impact and use cases of AI running focus groups

34:03 - When a human touch is necessary

36:37 - AI video-based sentiment analysis

41:05 - Sarah navigating being a lone wolf in politics

45:19 - What Sarah learned fighting for marriage equality

47:25 - How does misinformation spread and stick?

54:08 - What’s next for the Republican party?

57:42 - GPT-4o “spot the fake headline” test

01:02:57 - Rapid-fire questions

Possible is an award-winning podcast that sketches out the brightest version of the future—and what it will take to get there. Most of all, it asks: what if, in the future, everything breaks humanity's way? Tune in for grounded and speculative takes on how technology—and, in particular, AI—is inspiring change and transforming the future. Hosted by Reid Hoffman and Aria Finger, each episode features an interview with an ambitious builder or deep thinker on a topic, from art to geopolitics and from healthcare to education. These conversations also showcase another kind of guest: AI. Whether it's Inflection’s Pi, OpenAI’s ChatGPT or other AI tools, each episode will use AI to enhance and advance our discussion about what humanity could possibly get right if we leverage technology—and our collective effort—effectively.

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We’re rounding up the news of the week with Boise State Public Radio’s George Prentice. He gives us a sneak peak into his latest interview with Chris Dennison, Boise Police Department’s new chief. We’re also breaking down Idaho’s voter guide and why it’s a good start, but still needs some work. Plus, host Lindsay Van Allen gets must-see film suggestions from George! 

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Introducing The Tipping Point Revisited: An Excerpt from Revisionist History.

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Today, we’re sharing an exclusive preview of the audiobook of Revenge of the Tipping Point. All about bank robbers and doctors. Find Revenge of the Tipping Point wherever you get audiobooks. 

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If you missed out on your Boise State versus Washington State tickets, or you want to replicate the feeling of a Vandals game, don’t worry. We’ve got you covered! Host Lindsay Van Allen is joined by 103.5 KISS FM’s Mateo with your guide to the best local sports bars, from who has the best TV screens, to where you can go to score the best food and drinks.

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Let us know your favorite place to watch a game by sending us a voicemail or text: 208-546-9485.

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Introducing Chemena Kamali on Her Second Collection For Chloé and "Boho" from The Run-Through with Vogue.

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September is Suicide Prevention Month, and despite best efforts to curb the trend, Idaho’s youth are facing rising rates of suicide. As many as 29% of junior high students and 34% of high school students had had thoughts of suicide in the past six months, according to an Idaho Ed News report in 2023—which puts our state in the top 10 states for highest for teen suicidal ideation. Idaho also ranks 4th, nationally, for teen suicide rates.

In this episode, host Lindsay Van Allen is joined by Andrea Garrity, social work supervisor and Jason Shanks, counseling supervisor with the Boise School District to talk about these alarming statistics, efforts they’ve made to reduce the trend, and ways we can help. 

If you or anyone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, you can always call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. They are available by phone or text 24 hours a day. 

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Introducing Why dementia could start in your blood vessels with Dr. William Li from ZOE Science & Nutrition.

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55 million people suffer dementia worldwide with numbers expected to double every 20 years. Understanding the link between our heart health and brain function is critical, illuminating the profound impact that heart health has on preventing dementia.

Dr. William Li, an expert in cardiovascular and metabolic health. He reveals how caring for our heart is not just about longevity but maintaining sharp, effective brain function as we age. His groundbreaking work has impacted more than seventy diseases including diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. Dr. Li is also a New York Times best-selling author.

In today’s episode, Dr. Li explains how simple lifestyle choices in diet, exercise and sleep can drastically shape our brain's health and stave off dementia.

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Timecodes

00:00 Introduction

01:23 Quickfire questions

03:30 Understanding dementia and Alzheimer's disease

04:50 Dementia versus ageing

06:35 The role of blood vessels in brain health

07:55 How circulation affects brain function

09:23 What causes blood clots and strokes?

11:06 The importance of maintaining healthy blood vessels

12:15 The impact of lifestyle choices on brain health

15:01 What happens in our brains when we sleep?

19:35 What is the glymphatic system?

22:40 Vascular dementia may be the most common form of dementia

24:35 The role of glucose in brain function

27:10 What causes dementia and why does it happen when we get older?

29:00 Preventing dementia with lifestyle changes

31:10 What are healthy blood vessels like?

37:50 The surprising role of EPCs in brain repair

41:30 Can you slow down or reverse dementia?

52:08 The connection between gut health and brain health

51:40 The importance of exercise for brain health

56:30 How to avoid dementia

01:01:16 The link between mental health and cardiovascular disease

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