Sarah Ervin
KPCW Director of Development and Community EngagementSarah has spent her career in public service, advocacy, and community engagement. She and her family moved to Park City in 2018, at which time she started volunteering at KPCW as a weekday DJ before taking on a more formal role as Development Director responsible for fundraising and grant writing for the station. She moonlights as a co-host on The Community Campfire, and looks forward to subbing in for DJ shifts when she gets to play listener requests. A California native, Sarah lives in Pinebrook with her husband Mark, their children Jack and Sydney, and their rescue dog Butch Cassidy.
You can catch Sarah on The Community Campfire, Fridays at 9:00 AM on KPCW or wherever you find your favorite podcasts.
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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. -
This week on The Community Campfire, celebrate 7/11 Day with Slurpee nostalgia and a sunny weekend forecast. Then, we dive into a story from Park City's own Brian Ward, a retired geneticist, who shares how he’s helping fight poverty in rural Kenya through the Kenya Uriti Education Fund. The fund supports local schools, scholarships and feeding programs that impact thousands. Later in the show, local indie-folk duo Iron Canyon Echoes brings their cello-fueled mountain sound to the studio with two live performances. Plus, prankster kids, the latest on local sports, and weekend music events from Park City to Salt Lake.
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This week on The Community Campfire, discover Sycamore Swing — a teen-led, all-ages dance night in Heber Valley that mixes country charm, beginner swing lessons and community connection. In our Campfire Music Sesh, rising indie rock band Krooked Kings brings their emotionally charged sound straight from Salt Lake City. Plus, Coach Skinner has the latest scoop on local sports, we’ll preview the weekend’s top community events, drop some unexpected fun facts and of course — anything goes when the Campfire Kids take the mic.
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Salt Lake City indie rock band Krooked Kings shares how their close friendships, Utah roots and early pandemic downtime shaped their music and identity, leading to national tours and a dedicated fanbase. They perform two songs live — “Lying Through Their Teeth” and “Catacombs” —and discuss their songwriting process, musical influences, and plans for an upcoming album and tour. -
Go behind the scenes of The Antique Power Show in Wallsburg, Utah, a once-a-year celebration of history, ingenuity and resilience, featuring thousands of vintage vehicles, live demonstrations, and hands-on heritage experiences. Then the Campfire Music Sesh features American Idol alum and former KPCW DJ Wyatt Pike who performs two original songs in studio. Plus, we have the skinny on local sports, community happenings, fun facts, and entertaining Campfire Kids.
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This week, Andrea Buchanan takes a 100-pound Great Dane puppy from Nuzzles on a field trip and Amber Johnson shares her hilarious personal Rom-Com-gone-wrong story. Coach Skinner has the latest on local sports and our Campfire Kids say the darndest things. And stay tuned for an in-studio performance by Provo-based band Lantern By Sea.
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This week on The Community Campfire, we honor Memorial Day with powerful local stories and live music. Andrea Buchanan introduces us to the Treblemakers, an all-women’s a cappella group bringing harmony and heart to the Park City Cemetery celebration. Amber Johnson explores the deep roots of Midway’s Memorial Hill and the community spirit that shaped it into a tribute to veterans. We get a soulful, in-studio performance and stories from singer-songwriter Rick Gerber, plus Coach Skinner's local sports, quirky fun-facts and the ever-unpredictable adventures of our Campfire Kids.
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Local musician, writer and teacher Rick Gerber shares his creative process, love for poetry, and journey through music, including stories from the road and his passion for teaching students of all ages at Rocky Mountain Music Den. He performs two original songs in studio — “Carolina Bound” and “Last Time Around” — offering listeners a heartfelt glimpse into his artistry and personal evolution. -
This Mother’s Day, The Community Campfire gathers around the stories of six remarkable women from Utah’s Wasatch Back. Each one offers a powerful glimpse into motherhood — not as a perfect ideal, but as a living, breathing journey of resilience, hope and heart. Plus, Coach Skinner's skinny on sports, Friday fun facts, Mother's Day dedications, and the campfire kids.
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Meet Doug Coleman, a stuntman and magician whose wild ride from hitchhiking to Hollywood turned into a career crashing cars, leaping off buildings, and chasing adventure — all with heart, humor, and a little fake blood. We introduce Jonas Wright, our new KPCW Bilingual Reporter, and hear stories from his time as the BYU mascot. Mary Beth Maziarz stops by to talk about her Park City Song Camps for young musicians and plays a set for The Campfire Music Sesh. And as always, fun facts, local sports, and fresh takes from our campfire kids.
