John Burdick
Program & Operations DirectorJohn started with KPCW as a volunteer DJ in 2003. At that time he was the Thursday 10am-12pm DJ on air every week until 2008. He rejoined the KPCW team in 2010 when the station started the public affairs shows. His show “Fun Friday”, which he co-hosted with Jan Williams, ran from 2010 until 2014. "Fun Friday" was recognized by the Utah Broadcasters Association for the best radio personality or team from 2011-2013. He and Jan also produced, engineered and voiced multiple pledge drive campaigns and promo spots which won 15 UBEE awards for the station from '08-'13. He joined the KPCW team full time as the Assistant Program Director and Volunteer DJ coordinator starting in 2017. Program Director Bob Hendricks retired in 2019 and John then took over as Director of Operations and Programming for the station.
Outside of the station John has followed his passion to entertain people, studying improv comedy with Second City and Comedy Sportz in his home town of Chicago, Illinois. He has been a founding member and performer with multiple improv groups: “Comedius Interruptus” at USC , “Off the Top Comedy”, “Improvabilities” and “Park City Improv: Laugh Elevated” in Park City, UT. John has performed in theaters throughout Los Angeles, Chicago, Park City and Edinburgh, Scotland. He is a regular performer with the Historic Egyptian Theater performing since 2002 in the "Park City Follies" which is a yearly original comedy that pokes fun at current events happening in and around Park City. In addition to theater John continues to work as an actor on television, radio and in films.
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Andrea Buchanan takes us behind the mic with KPCW DJ and radio aficionado Michael “The Wiz” Wisland. Then, Amber Johnson tells the story of some special Rocky Mountain therapy dogs and who they help. Closing the hour is local musician Christine Baird who shares her "Rocky Mountain Soul" with an in-studio performance. Plus, Coach Skinner & Madeline have the latest on local sports and the Campfire Kids. -
Christine Baird has coined the term "Rocky Mountain Soul" to describe her style, one that delivers gritty, elevated rock with a whole lot of soulful vibes. An OG Parkite, a graduate of PC High, a cast member in two “Park City Follies” of yesteryear, and a musician who found her voice playing the bars on Main Street joins the Community Campfire this week. -
This week, Amber Johnson tells the story of what it’s like to be married to a man obsessed with the Great Pumpkin – taking fall chaos to a whole new level. Then, Andrea Buchanan speaks with Patti Richards founder of the Great Basin Wildlife Rescue and finds out what it’s like to rehab an eagle and set it free at the top of Sundance. And Billy Rogan and Vince DiMichelle of the band Loom drop by for an in-studio performance. Plus, we have the latest on local sports, plenty of fun facts, and the Campfire Kids.
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Billy Rogan and Vince DiMichelle of the band Loom share how they met, formed their improvisational rock project in Utah, developed their collaborative songwriting process and preview songs “Finally Free” and “Closer Than You Think” that reflect their message of creativity, connection and following one’s dreams. -
This week, Andrea Buchanan has a story about local Olympian Kate Johnson and her lost diary and how it found its way home to her 30 years later. Then, Amber Johnson tells the story of the I Love You, Bro Project – a Utah nonprofit that's helping men find connection and purpose through shared stories, laughter, and unwavering support. And "Your Old Pal" Ryan Walsh stops by for a conversation about his musical career. Plus, Coach Skinner has the skinny on sports and the Campfire Kids give their insights on the world.
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Local musician and KPCW DJ “Your Old Pal” Ryan Walsh reflects on his musical journey from touring performer to Park City staple, his work with Mountain Town Music and his ongoing passion for performing and community connection. -
Today on the Community Campfire, Amber Johnson takes the wheel with Michelle Kirby in the Rebelle Rally—America’s sole women-only eight-day navigation race. Then Andrea Buchanan speaks with the Meinhold family shares their one-day 30 mile hike to find a cure for cystic fibrosis — a rare disease that their son lives with everyday. Wrapping up the hour is local band “Silver Kings Rocking Company” joins us in-studio for an exclusive interview and performance.
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John Burdick and Mitch Elliott have a conversation with Silver King Rocking Company, a local rock band. -
Local band The Mister Sister Trio performs live in the KPCW studio with Mitch Elliott and John Burdick. They talk about the origins of the band, their songwriting process and play a few original songs, "Lazy Days" and "Shattered." -
Andrea Buchanan visits with two world class paragliders, Mitch Riley and Kevin Lontz, who use PC Hill as their bunny slope. Then, Amber Johnson tells the story of Julie Kuch, a women who overcame a stroke to run a marathon. Coach Skinner shares the skinny on sports and The Campfire Kids Bo, Luke and Quinn: provide the laughs. 2nd segment And check out the Campfire Music Sesh this week which features The Mister Sister Trio.
