The Kevin Richert Podcasts

Episode 241: Teachers turn out in force for COVID vaccines

This week we reported on personal stories from teachers across the state who shared their decisions about the coronavirus vaccine.

Episode 240: The 2021 Legislative session kicks off

This week we break down Gov. Brad Little’s education proposals and the first week of the new session.

Episode 239: An Uncertain Legislative Session Looms

Idaho is gearing up for an uncertain, and possibly unsafe, legislative session that kicks off Monday.

Episode 238: 2020 Year in Review

With the year about to end we take a step back and review what changed this year.

Episode 237: Questions Emerge About Upcoming Legislative Session

With a month to go until the schedule opening day, questions are emerging about the upcoming legislative session.

Episode 236: A Closer Look at the New Senate Education Committee chairman

Plus, we’ll talk about how a House leadership race cost one lawmaker her spot on the joint budget committee.

Episode 235: As Coronavirus Cases Spike, News of Vaccine Offers Hope

This week we break down the latest coronavirus trends and what we know about Idaho’s vaccine plans.

Episode 234: Schools Face Gut-Wrenching Decisions As Virus Spreads

This week we take a closer look at the the Boise School District’s decision to move to full remote learning in the face of rising coronavirus cases and operational strains at every corner.

Episode 233: Election 2020 Results

This week we scratch under the surface of Idaho’s statewide election results.

Episode 232: When the numbers become the story

This week, we break down some of the numbers behind our top stories — the pandemic, new student enrollment numbers, K-3 test results and teacher evaluations.