My name is Joel and I am currently working towards a double major in Communications and Media Arts at Boise State University. I have a huge passion for radio and it’s something I’ve come to enjoy more over the past few years. Some things that I enjoy doing in my spare time are snowboarding, playing soccer, and of course video games!
The Christmas Talk
Some conversations with children can be tough and there are also talks than can sometimes even be awkward. During the Christmas season, eventually there are some questions that may arise that you may not be quite sure how to handle as a parent. While I have not yet reached that stage in my life, I’m……
Wet Nose Wednesday: Meet Gibson
Did your family ask Santa for a new furbaby? Well then, meet Gibson!…
Winter Driving Tips with Corporal Wills
It’s that time of year again! Winter driving in Idaho. If you’re new to the Treasure Valley or need some gentle reminders of how to drive prepared. Check out our new video!…
Pentatonix Christmas Special
This Saturday night at 6pm it’s another early musical Christmas present as Pentatonix takes over Magic 97.9! …
Wet Nose Wednesday: Meet Zoey
It’s the best day of the week with the Idaho Humane Society. This week meet Zoey!…
Christmas Shopping Struggles
Is it just me or does it feel like Christmas shopping is an absolute nightmare! I know I can’t be the only one who feels stressed out during the holiday season. Not only is there pressure of buying the perfect gift for everyone but there is also the giant reminder that Im single! If you……
“Safe” Holiday Gift Guide
For many of us holiday shopping is in full swing. If you’re still thinking of what to buy those hard to shop for people on your list, the Boise Police Department has a few ideas. Ed Fritz with BPD’s Crime Prevention Unit joins us with some safety minded gift ideas. …
Wet Nose Wednesday: Meet Kit
It’s the best day of the week! Wet Nose Wednesday with the Idaho Humane Society. This week meet Kit!…
Wet Nose Wednesday: Meet Ozzilyn!
UPDATE: OZZILYN has been ADOPTED! It’s the best day of the week with the Idaho Humane Society, meet Ozzilyn!…
Treasure Valley Christmas Lights
One of the best things about the Holliday season is the Christmas lights! While they might be super nice to look at, it isn’t as fun when you are the one hanging them all up by yourself. The fear of falling off the roof top of a house is enough to make anyone a little……
It’s time to have the “talk!”
No, not that kind of talk that we have with our kids but rather it’s talking about technology scams. The Boise Police Department is launching an initiative to help us talk to our loved ones about this serious problem.…
Thanksgiving Favorites!
With everything that is involved in the month of November, its surprising to think that November isn’t one of the more popular months of the year. Sports, Fall weather, Hollidays, its got it all. Not to mention Thanksgiving, is absolutely an underrated Holliday. There is more than enough ideas to bring to the Thanksgiving table,……
Free Extra Money!!
If you are someone like me who never seems to make enough money, you might be interested in this special activity that could get you an extra $800 dollars a month! Who wouldn’t want that? Did someone say extra income towards my next vacation? Maybe its extra money you can use to catch up on……
Fall Date Ideas
If you are someone who loves the season of Fall, you might just be chomping at the bit to go out and do some Fall themed dates to set experience the sweater weather love. As some might say, its cuffing season, and in case you are unsure of any Fall date ideas, maybe this list……
Halloween Costumes!
If you are someone who takes the Halloween costume contests very seriously then here might be some ideas to avoid. Google has done some research to determine what might be the most popular costumes this year based on online searches. No matter if you want to be just another player from Squid Game, or the……
Vacation Fatigue
This past week, I had the pleasure to take a vacation to Playa del Carmen, Mexico. I have to say it was nice finally being able to have some time off from a super busy last few months. While vacation is super nice, there is definitely something I call vacation fatigue that hits heavy once……
Win Tickets to Amy Grant!
Win a pair of tickets to see Amy Grant, Sunday, October 10th at The Morrison Center.…
Pumpkin Spice Season!
The Treasure Valley has been flirting with fall weather long enough to the point where I’d say we can officially declare it PSL (Pumpkin Spice Latte) season. Now if you are like me and have never tried a pumpkin spice latte before, we aren’t sure what all the hype is about. I mean, is it……
Boise State Football Is Back!!
For the first time in almost 2 years, was Boise State able to host fans in the stadium for fall football and it couldn’t have been a better home opening game as the Boise State Broncos waltzed on the blue turf past UTEP beating them 54-13. For a long time it felt as if……
Boise’s Beautiful Balloons
There are so many things that makes the Treasure Valley unique. There are so many secrets to be discovered, so many small things that really bring Boise and the rest of Idaho to life! While we might be small compared to some other states, there is not shortage of things that makes Boise one of……
The Average American Wastes 70k On This!
How much money do you think you spend when it comes to online shopping? How much of that do you think is actually worth the investment? With the world becoming more digital and online shopping becoming more prevalent every day, its not hard to believe that a lot of that money being spent for online……
Treasure Valley’s Unhealthy Air Quality
It has reached the point where it burns my nose to breath outside, I can’t even drive with the windows down without my eyes tearing up. I know we are all excited to be out of confinement but at what point do we call it and go back inside for unhealthy work conditions? Where is……
Top Restaurants in the Treasure Valley
If you are like me we often find ourselves in the exact same restaurant every time we go out, and we end up ordering the exact same thing every time. Why wouldn’t we if we already know it tastes amazing! However, things can get pretty repetitive and boring if you only choose to go out……
Idaho’s Favorite Easter Treat
What is your favorite Easter Treat? I have always believed that I was apart of the “Normal People” group and firmly believed that chocolate bunnies were the #1 way to go for Easter treats. However, living in Idaho I guess that is not the case. Somehow, we have derailed in the sense that Idaho’s have……
Operation Vaccination!
Magic 97.9 wants to help make it as easy as possible for you to get your COVID vaccine, should you want it. There are constant updates and advancements underway. Here are just a few links that can point you in the right direction for getting your vaccine or learning more about COVID 19 and ways……
