Mitchell Elliott

This week on the Community Campfire, we hear from Chloe Aldous who is a Senior at Park City high and a national award winner in volunteer and service. Then we chat with our very own DJ Jay Z who is a part of our DJ volunteer air force. Wrapping up the hour is a Campfire Music Sesh with artist Dan Hall of the Mister Sister Trio. And of course, we have hilarious campfire kids segments and the Skinny on Sports.

Local musician Dan Hall sat down and let us in on how he got into music, the many bands he played with (including a 25 year run with Motherload Canyon Band) and he played a few of his newest solo songs.

Andrea Buchanan highlights the on-air voices behind the Park City Miners football broadcasts - announcers Pete Gillwald, Matt Strader and Craig Elliott. Amber Johnson shares her conversation with Heber's own Olympic gold medalist, Peter Vidmar. Plus fun facts and some strong opinions from our Campfire Kids, Coach Skinner's Skinny on Sports, and a Campfire Music Sesh featuring folk singer-songwriter Owen Quincy.

Julie Wilson, a longtime Park City resident and French-trained chef who helped shape Deer Valley’s food and beverage scene over nearly four decades, share stories of skiing the resort before it opened and her life in the growing mountain town. Then, John MacDonald of Midway, tells stories ranging from dart mishaps to cheerleading surprises to family joys and resilience in the face of cancer. And singer-songwriter Elizabeth "Bee" Hareza, a former Park City local now based in Nashville, talks about overcoming stage fright, building a supportive artist community and performs two original songs in studio. Plus, we have an update on local sports and local events, and the Campfire Kids bring the funny.

Singer-songwriter Elizabeth "Bee" Hareza, a former Park City local now based in Nashville, talks about overcoming stage fright, building a supportive artist community and performs her originals “Love Myself” and “Thinking Problem” in the KPCW studio.

Meet Julianne Carone from WasteLess, a local food rescuer giving surplus groceries a second chance to feed our community. Tammy Porter shares a hilariously harrowing tale of a family clunker, a sketchy good Samaritan, and one unforgettable summer breakdown. And teen musician Liam Given performs two original songs — “Keeping Track” and “Moss” — and shares how Park City summers fuel his creative spark. Plus, get updates on sports, local events, fun facts, and the always entertaining Campfire Kids.

Fifteen-year-old musician Liam Given started early with piano lessons before eventually building his own guitars and writing original songs. Though based in Atlanta, Liam spends summers in Park City, where he finds inspiration and support through busking and performing at local venues. He plays two original songs, “Keeping Track” and “Moss,” and talks about his dream of one day playing larger venues and collaborating with other artists like Wyatt Pike.

This week, bucking bulls, championship dreams, and family grit collide in Daniel, UT for a rough-and-rowdy rodeo story with heart. Then, go behind the mic and meet KPCW Wednesday morning DJ Rudy Tessnow – better known as Rudy on the Radio. The Campfire Music Sesh features local artist Wyatt Pike who previews his latest release. Plus, Coach Skinner has the skinny on sports and the Campfire Kids entertain as always.

Singer-songwriter Wyatt Pike returns to KPCW to perform two original songs and reflect on his creative evolution, including how sailing adventures and a break from social media helped him reconnect with songwriting on a deeper, more personal level. He shares insights into his experimental guitar tunings, writing process and the stripped-down, live approach he took for his new EP "Face the Weather."

On this week's The Community Campfire, Amber Johnson visits with a Wallsburg couple keeping print alive through their charming newspaper, "The Little Valley Dispatch." Andrea Buchanan chats with our multi-talented DJ Caren Bell. You know her from Wednesday afternoons, but her playlist is just the beginning. Plus, Claire Wiley’s interview with musician Dan Tyminski, Coach Skinner’s Skinny on Sports, fun facts, trivia and the Campfire Kids chime in with their trademark chaos and unexpected wisdom.