The Community Campfire
Fridays from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
KPCW's newest public affairs show, The Community Campfire, is a weekly, hour-long program that invites listeners, young and old, to gather 'round the Community Campfire for storytelling and tunes from your neighbors and friends here in the Wasatch Back.
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Amber Borowski Johnson heads to Thompson Century Farm, where Julie Thompson introduces us to one of the Wasatch Back's best-kept secrets—Utah's own fireflies. Then Andrea Buchanan sits down with Myles Rademan, whose vision helped shape modern Park City. From preserving iconic open spaces like Round Valley to revitalizing Main Street and founding Leadership Park City, he'll share the story behind the transformation of this mountain town. The Skinny on Sports update on local and national sports. Finally for this weeks Campfire Music Sesh, John and Mitch welcome Billboard Top-15 singer, songwriter and artist Susie Brown.
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Mitch Riley and Kevin Lontz, two world class paragliders who use PC Hill as their bunny slope, share their love of taking flight in a fun and thrilling conversation. Then, after 22 years battling an eating disorder fueled by perfectionism, Rachelle Chase is finding freedom beyond perfect. Along the way, she’s learned five words that are transforming how she connects with others. The Skinny on Sports keeps you updated on the local and national sports scene. And local musician Bryon Friedman of Freedog previews this weekend's annual Summer Solstice celebration on the Weber River.
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Heber Valley's best-kept secret is the Casperville Road Museum and 89-year-old John Besendorfer is the keeper of stories, preserving a living museum hidden in plain sight. Then, discover how Save People Save Wildlife is bridging the gap between human progress and nature, proving that protecting local drivers and preserving majestic wildlife go hand in hand. Coach Skinner and Matthew Traub cover the national and local sports scene. And the Campfire Music Sesh features Dominick Antonelli, who describes himself less as an artist who creates inspiring, healing, and contemplative audio landscapes.
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Amber goes behind the scenes of the Park Silly Sunday Market, which kicks off their 2026 summer season this Sunday. Then, Andrea visits with retired chef and longtime Park City resident Julie Wilson, who helped shape the food and beverage programs in Deer Valley for the last 40 years. Coach Skinner and new sports intern Matthew Traub get the jump on the summer sports season. And the Campfire Music Sesh features Logan, UT-based singer-songwriter Saemore with an in-studio performance.
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Andrea Buchanan visits with Park City’s volunteer extraordinaire, Daniel Lewis, to find out how he manages to be everywhere all at once while remaining carbon neutral. Then, Amber Johnson takes us inside a Wasatch County library program where teenagers and seniors share deeply personal stories, unlikely friendships and emotional moments that are changing how they see each other and themselves.Coach Skinner and Madeline Jaquet wrap up the spring high school sports season and introduce a new voice to the Skinny on Sports.And singer-songwriter Alicia Stockman highlights the local music scene and previews the release of her new album with an in-studio performance.
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Andrea Buchanan features Park City local Amy Manelli's journey to find a living kidney donor, which has been a profound test of resilience, balance, and hope. Then, Coach Skinner has the latest on high school sports championships and previews the Park City Mountain Bike Team's season with head coach Pete Stoughton. And Florida singer-songwriter Dylan Cotrone talks about his viral rise on TikTok and shares his “sun-soaked” sound with an in-studio performance.
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Andrea Buchanan catches up with longtime Park City attorney, rancher and beloved “More Dogs on Main” columnist Tom Clyde, whose wit and storytelling have chronicled the Wasatch Back for nearly four decades and recently retired from 25 years of writing for the Park City Follies. Then, Amber Johnson introduces us to Ignite Adventure and Wellness, where coach Anna Cox is helping women trade hesitation for confidence on the trails, on skis and beyond. Coach Skinner joins with highlights from this week in high school sports. Plus, internationally acclaimed violinist David H. Park stops by for a special Campfire Music Sesh ahead of his Eccles Center concert Monday night.
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This week on The Community Campfire, step inside the Midway Bakery, where three sisters carry forward a family legacy shaped by love, grief and community. Coach Skinner has the latest on local sports, including the Park City High School girls golf state championship. And the cast of "Something Rotten! Jr." previews their upcoming shows at The Egyptian Theatre.
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Olympic hopefuls train with focus and precision, balancing big dreams with the excitement of an upcoming spring show, Go on a whimsical mushroom hunt in the Wasatch Back to explore fungi, curiosity and obsession while picking up simple tips for beginners ready to look a little closer, High School Sports Intern Madeline Jaquet has this weeks skinny on the latest in local and national sports, Host of Rich Tones Curated Jazz, Rich Rector, talks about what makes International Jazz day special—and why KPCW is the only station in Utah with a dedicated jazz showcase to mark the day.
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Celebrate a quarter-century of Park City’s favorite tradition, The Park City Follies, with exclusive interviews with the creators and actors who reveal the hilarious, untold stories behind this local cultural cornerstone.Then, pull up a seat—we’re talking with Betsy DeMann, a Wasatch Back connector who knows just how to turn stories into community. Coach Skinner and Madeline Jaquet have the latest on sports.And we highlight some of our favorite in-studio musical performances of the past year.