The Boise Bubble Podcast

Episode 19: Unselling Boise

September 15th, 2021  |  49 mins 14 secs

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So you want to move to the Treasure Valley? We get it! There are so many amazing things about Idaho! However, this is not utopia. We have real struggles, from our natural environment to our unprecedented growth. Discussions about some of the negative aspects of the Boise area are important to set realistic expectations for newcomers. From our housing shortage to fly season, health care realities to limitations on outdoor recreation. Shane and Natalie sit down and riff on some of the things you might want to know before heading this direction.

Episode 18: Buying a Car in The Treasure Valley

September 1st, 2021  |  1 hr 50 secs

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If you're under the age of 80 and don't inherently enjoy deception and battle, then buying a car is likely not at the top of your list of ways to have fun. Adding to the distastefulness of the task is how COVID has impacted prices of new and used cars by disrupting supply chain issues. In this episode we speak with local car sales veteran Ivan Suquet from Audi of Boise, who offers insight into all things car-buying in the Treasure Valley. You'll just enjoy listening to his made-for-radio voice, but he also talks us through how dealerships price cars, how to negotiate with them, tips for buying, insight on why cars are so expensive and in short supply right now, and some of the sci-fi features that are starting to roll out on new cars these days. Whether or not you love cars, this episode is packed with useful info.

Episode 17: Bantering with The Boise Boys

August 18th, 2021  |  53 mins 33 secs

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Did you realize there's a national home improvement/house-flipping TV show based in our city? No? Well, we're excited to put you in the know! The Boise Boys is a unique HGTV gem that highlights Boise, tangibly raises the bar of home offerings, and gives us a good chuckle in the process. In this episode we meet with co-creators and partners Luke Caldwell and Clint Robertson to talk about the show, give us a behind-the-scenes look into making a TV show while trying to run a business, and offer a sneak peak into their next project that will have a genuine positive impact on our city and entertain us along the way.

Episode 16: How to Treefort

August 4th, 2021  |  51 mins 35 secs

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It might as well be a verb, because Treefort has grown from a dope music festival to a killer city-wide showcase of what makes Idaho and Boise amazing: music, food, drink, art, stories, kids events, and even yoga! It's such a local staple that the city of Boise honored it with the title of "Cultural Ambassador" in 2015. As amazing an event as it is, it's also a little intimidating trying to figure out how to experience it. In this episode, we meet with co-founder and marketing director Megan Stoll and publicist Marissa Lovell to educate and demystify. If you're going to live in the Treasure Valley, you should check out Treefort; and if you're going to Treefort, you'll benefit from this episode.

Episode 15: Local Politics and Growth with Tammy de Weerd

July 21st, 2021  |  1 hr 6 mins

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In a time of economic uncertainty, head-spinning growth, and evolving community identities, people often wonder “Who’s steering this ship?” In this episode we lean on an expert in this arena, former mayor of Meridian Tammy de Weerd, to demystify the role of mayor, explain the dynamics of local government, provide insight into city planning and development, and offer her forecast of Meridian’s next chapter.

Episode 13: Fire Up the Grill with Mark Anderson of The Grill Dads

July 7th, 2021  |  1 hr 3 mins

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Chatting with one of Boise’s celebrities, Mark Anderson of The Grill Dads.
Mark is known for his Food Network series as well as winning “Guys Big Project”. You may also recognize him from his regular appearances on the Today Show, and his substantial social media pages.

In this episode Mark shares with us snippets of his journey from advertising to grilling to Food Network Star - and what it’s really like to appear in a reality TV show. (Spoiler alert, it isn’t always fun!)
We also discuss what it’s like to create a show for a national television network, and what he’s been up to lately. We’ll get some advice on grilling tips for the summer, and… his very favorite restaurant in the Treasure Valley.

Episode 11: BONUS BUBBLE - Quitting a Job

June 16th, 2021  |  20 mins 58 secs

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This episode is the first in a series of off-week mini-conversations called "Bonus Bubbles". In these we'll touch topics not necessarily tied to the Treasure Valley. In this episode, Shane talks about a recent life event of quitting his job (after over 10 years!), some thoughts on employer-employee relationships, and offers a few lessons-learned. If you're considering a similar career shift, you may find something useful in this one.

Episode 9: New Development in the Treasure Valley

May 26th, 2021  |  34 mins 57 secs

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Ikea. Nordstrom. IN-N-OUT!

Living in the fastest growing city in America means….development! In this second installment of our conversation with Boise Dev’s Don Day, we chat about what development is coming to the Boise area. Which national businesses he expects to see. And those he does not plan on heading our direction. We discuss the new growth in Meridian Downtown including it’s new urban living center, Old Town Lofts. We chat about our favorite new 8th Street Restaurant, news on Topgolf and “The Boardwalk” - the newest project to come to Garden City.

Also… what’s happening with the huge field on Fairview and Eagle across from The Village at Meridian? We also talk on on the multifaceted issue of affordable housing in the Treasure Valley.

After the episode, keep listening. We have a bonus micro episode with Marc, the Volkswagen of Boise’s fun coordinator. He was a REALLY bad salesman. And he tells us why. ;)

Episode 5: Idaho Stay-cations

March 30th, 2021  |  1 hr 2 mins

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COVID has limited our ability to travel, but in doing so has provided us an opportunity to explore our home state. Idaho is flush with options for day trips and stay-cations that are both memorable and affordable. In this episode we share ways you can discover new family favorites and romantic excursions with the help of a resident expert, Katie with Traveling Spud.

Episode 4: Venturing Into the Mountains

March 16th, 2021  |  1 hr 6 mins

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An introductory discussion about the Idaho outdoors, the mountains, what makes them special, how to enjoy them responsibly, and which resources can help you get started.