This week we invited Daniel McNeil and Jean from Grand Area Mentoring to join us for a conversation about mentoring in Grand County Schools, the ongoing local needs for mentors and the programs impressive impacts. We then spoke with Tessa Lark new Artistic Director For Moab Music Festival about the year’s wide array of artists, styles and opportunities, and the ongoing support for Moab’s community.

"Pueblo History, Culture and Artifact Science" Episode 2

Special Guest: Jon Gahahate

Jon Gahahate, a member of the Laguna and Zuni 'Pueblo' peoples is a historian and educator associated with the Crow Canyon Archeological Center. We get into a deep discussion about 'Pueblo' history by diving deep into the science behind artifacts. We will also learn about culture, traditions and what the 'Pueblo' people have overcome from the archeological past to where they are today.

Trash Talk - Clear Intentions: Glass Recycling by KZMU Public Affairs

Hour Description: A check in with Carrie Schwartz ED of Science Moab, sharing information of what they have been up to for the last year and the work they do in data collection. Sharing topics like Heat Monitoring here in Moab and their school to science program. Carrie shares their journey here to Moab and how she got into her role.

For more information reach out to Carrie or her staff at [email protected] or (435) 610-1280

Episode 5: The Trashy Time Machine. Hop in the Trashy Time Machine with Jessica and Lily as they dig through history’s garbage! From ancient trash heaps to today’s landfills, discover the surprising stories our waste tells about us. Along the way, you’ll pick up fun facts, weird history tidbits, and simple ways to cut down on plastic in your own life.

On this episode of This Week in Moab, Moab Arts staff Kelley McInerney and Christine Wightman share the program for the upcoming Redrock Arts Festival, coming to Moab Thursday September 26th through Sunday September 28th, 2025. This year’s theme is:

Our Collective Timeline is a series of events and experiences that connect our cultural, societal and historical moments together.

What are the impacts on human evolution, on culture, and on society? How does your life intersect with the events and experiences of human history? More at: https://www.redrockartsfestival.com/

Then we hear 'Sounds of Green River or Sonidos de Green River', an in-depth journey featuring insights from Green River locals of all ages.

The piece was made by Molly Marcello in collaboration with Green River high school students and arts nonprofit Epicenter. It pairs with a local recipe book called Come Home to Green River: Recipes for Eating and Living. You can find that at ruralandproud.org

Three Moab education organizations have brand new leadership! We brought in these new team members for conversations about their roles and plans for the future - First we welcomed Jessie Shalvey new director of the Youth Garden Project; Next we welcomed the new administrative team at the Moab Charter School and Jared Ferguson Superintendent of their new partner: Athenian eAcademy; & lastly we spoke with Holly Harris new principal of the Helen M. Knight Elementary School.

"Pueblo History, Culture and Artifact Science" Episode 1

Special Guest: Jon Gahahate

Jon Gahahate, a member of the Laguna and Zuni 'Pueblo' peoples is a historian and educator associated with the Crow Canyon Archeological Center. We get into a deep discussion about 'Pueblo' history by diving deep into the science behind artifacts. We will also learn about culture, traditions and what the 'Pueblo' people have overcome from the archeological past to where they are today.

One Man’s Trash is Another Man’s Treasure: In this episode, Lily gets the real scoop from Moab’s trash crew on the good, the weird, and the downright unbelievable things they’ve found tossed out. From cold hard cash to cold hard murder weapons, hear firsthand stories from the folks who see it all. Plus, learn how we can keep usable items out of the landfill and redirect them to benefit our community.

On this episode of This Week in Moab, we meet political consultants Gabi Finlayson and Jack Morgan of Elevate Strategies, (https://www.elevatecampaignstrategies.com/) whose explainer videos on tiktok and instagram (@elevate_utah on IG) are providing a new level of political education and inspiring an increase in multigenerational engagement in Utah politics. We discuss their work to recruit and run candidates, foster more competitive races, and the possibility of Utah becoming a swing state. We also get details on Canyon Country Community Action Network’s event in Moab to honor the legacy of Rep. John Lewis.