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Meet the Team

There’s a lot to love about Boise. Those of us who call this city home don’t need another national ranking to tell us it’s special. Still, it’s hard to define this place we share: We’re a blue dot in a red sea; we’re a metropolis that feels like a small town; we’re growing exponentially but often resistant to change. Every day, you’ll hear from the team highlighting what makes this beautiful, complex city we call home just a little bit better. Get in touch with us at boise@citycast.fm.

Something we do better in Boise than anywhere else:

Boise’s dog culture is remarkable. People LOVE pups and hundreds of rescues from out-of-state are sent here because the “adopt don’t shop” mantra has really been embraced in Boise. The number of stores, breweries welcome doggos is

ever-expanding while the Boise River, foothills and city parks are a natural playground for pet families. Plus: some recently revamped laws about animal cruelty puts furry friends front and center in our city code.

Someone from Boise you should know about:

You may have previously read his Pulitzer Prize-winning novel All The Light We Cannot See, but did you know that author Tony Doerr lives in Boise? He’s a local literary hero and the city is lucky to share some of his shine!

A Boise Hidden Gem:

Bruneau Dunes Observatory. It's outside of the city limits, to avoid light pollution, and curates some spectacular stargazing opportunities. It is the best place to observe celestial phenomenon like a meteor shower or comets.

Someone from Boise you should know:

Kody Wilson, The Weather Guy. He's an independent meteorologist and storm chaser. People in Boise are always talking about the weather and forecasts and Kody creates incredibly accurate forecasts that are also funny. He does a great job breaking down why we are having certain weather patterns, so that a layperson. can understand what's going on and how to plan accordingly.

A tourist trap that's actually great:

I wouldn't say it's exactly a tourist trap but the Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial makes my "must see" lists for Boise. It's the only Anne Frank memorial in the United States and one of the only places in the world where the Universal Declaration of Human Rights is permanently displayed. It's in a park, right along the Boise Greenbelt and is a really great location to visit and reflect.

Where I’d take you to eat in Boise:

Chip Cookies. Have a sweet tooth? An ooey gooey chocolate chip cookie is a must.

Someone from Boise you should know about:

Richard the Mule and his handler aim to connect with the community by getting people to appreciate the outdoors and enjoy good coffee. People can hike to Richard in the Boise Foothills. 

A Boise hidden gem:

Waterbear Lounge, where there are always more plants than humans and the best cocktails (in the PNW??).

Where I’d take you to eat in Boise:

Txikiteo, and whatever veggie sandwich they have on the menu.

Someone from Boise you should know:

Benito Skinner, a comedian and TikToker.