Idaho Found
By Mark S. Young
Categories: Business, Non-Profit
Idaho Found focuses on innovations in education, business, and public policy in the Upper Valley of Eastern Idaho and throughout the Gem State. Our state has become the home to so many new people, as a result, we look forward to introducing our audience to many old friends and new stories. This monthly program is hosted by Mark Young.
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Recent episodes
- Nuclear Innovation Campus: Idaho’s Opportunity
As a steadfast community advocate for the Idaho National Laboratory, Mark joins Idaho Found to share why he believes the Department of Energy’s proposed Nuclear Innovation Campus represents a pivotal moment for the region. Drawing on his long-standing engagement with INL and the broader community…
- The Frontline of Education with Idaho History Teacher of the Year Stefanie Fuchs
Idaho Found welcomes Stefanie Fuchs, an award-winning Idaho educator who has spent more than 20 years inspiring students. Stefanie is the Idaho recipient of the prestigious Gilder Lehrman National History Teacher of the Year Award and serves as an America 250 Co-Chair, promoting historical…
- Idaho and the Nuclear Century: From the Desert Experiments to Grid Security
District 33 State Senator Dave Lent returns to Idaho Found to explore how his deep roots in nuclear energy continue to shape his work in the Idaho Legislature. Drawing on decades of experience connected to the Idaho National Laboratory and the region’s nuclear ecosystem, Senator Lent outlines why…
- From the Classroom to Careers
Idaho Found is proud to welcome Beverly Hott. Beverly Hott is a statewide leader in career and technical education, serving as President of the Career Technical Educators of Idaho and leading the Career & Technical Education Center for Idaho Falls School District 91. Under her leadership, the…
- Kris Millgate Returns - And This One is for the Birds!
Idaho Found is proud to welcome Kris Millgate back to the studio. Kris is the founder of Tight Line Media, an award‑winning journalist, and storyteller. She joins us today to talk about her new book, My Place Among Birds, and to share the inspiration behind her upcoming film Sage Wisdom West…
- Idaho Regional Optical Network (IRON)
Idaho Found is proud to welcome Brent Stacey, a founder of Idaho Regional Optical Network (IRON)—an organization he often describes as one of Idaho’s best‑kept secrets.
- Back to Building a Community
Idaho Found is proud to welcome Karole Honas. For decades, viewers across Eastern Idaho invited Karole into their homes as she delivered the evening news on KIFI Local News 8, becoming one of the region’s most trusted voices. Today, she returns to the airwaves to reflect on her early days in…
- Passing the Torch: Mayor Casper's Reflection on 12 Years in Office
Mayor Rebecca Casper is stepping down after 12 years. Under her stewardship, Idaho Falls earned the title of “America’s Best-Performing Small City” on the Milken Institute Best-Performing Cities Index in 2021, 2023, and 2024. On the eve of the 2025 election, Mayor Casper offers her reflection on…
- District 33 State Senator Dave Lent: Rethinking Our K-12 Education
Idaho Found welcomes Senator Dave Lent. As chair of the Senate Education committee, Senator Lent is focused on innovative ideas to support education excellence for Idaho students. He hopes to create a more customized education approach in K-12 public schools and to build on the success of…
- Moving America Forward: Generation Dynamics in 2025
Today on Idaho Found, we are featuring a special editorial from our host, Mark S. Young, with additional commentary from podcast producer, Kelli Jenkins. In this episode, Mark shares his thoughts on bolstering resilience in challenging times by tending to the four corners of our ecosystem…
- Dr Scott Smith: Bingham County Crisis Center- “We’re Here.”
Today on Idaho Found we speak with Dr. Scott Smith. Driven to serve his community, Dr. Smith left his private chiropractic practice to become the executive director of the Bingham Crisis Center. Under the direction of Dr. Smith, Bingham Crisis Center has grown and expanded many of their…
- Josh Wheeler: The Genesis of a Public Servant
Today on Idaho Found we speak with Josh Wheeler. Idaho State Representative for District 35 Seat B, and President of Wheeler Electric, Inc. From building a family to building a business to building a community: Josh shares the impact his community had on his life, and his genesis for running for…
- Evolve, Adapt, Grow: Insights from a Community Steward-Idaho Found Welcomes Park Price
Park Price's professional journey includes significant roles in banking, automotive, and community leadership. Park moved to Pocatello as a young child and graduated from Pocatello High School and went on to earn an AB in Economics from Dartmouth College. Following college, Park served in the US…
- The Unfinished Work and the Great Task Remaining-Idaho Found Welcomes Jim Francis
Former students from Idaho Falls High School and Idaho State University know him by his professional title, Mr. Francis. A teacher, mentor, civic leader, historian, and subject matter expert on the enduring founding principles that formed and informed some of the earliest leaders of the United…
- Idaho Found listens back to the voices of 2024
Join Idaho Found hosted by Mark Young as he introduces a medley of highlights from 2024, our first full broadcast year. This episode spotlights diverse voices shaping Southeast Idaho's community and beyond.
- On a Mission: Providing Shelter for Our Neighbors
Chris Aspinall, Director of Development for the Idaho Falls Rescue Mission joins Idaho Found to discuss the hunger and homeless challenges facing our community. Today’s discussion focuses on how rapidly rising costs of living, difficulties managing physical/mental illnesses, availability of…
- Keeping the Lights On
Join Idaho Found in welcoming the General Manager of Idaho Falls Power and Idaho Falls FIber, Bear Prairie. Innovation demands energy. As baseload energy of the past is being retired, how is Idaho Falls Power meeting the energy demand for our innovative future? You might be surprised.
- An American Story
Idahoans fondly remember Fred Ochi as the artist who preserved the history of old red barns, landscapes, sheep wagons, and windmills in his iconic paintings. Jon Ochi, the son of Fred and Yoshiko Shikasjo-Ochi, has joined us today to tell the story of his Japanese American family.
- New President of CEI -Idaho Found Welcomes Lori Barber
Dr. Lori Barber has recently been named the next president for our newest community college in Idaho Falls, CEI. This position will allow her to continue on her journey with CEI while writing the next chapter of what can only be described as a true success story. Join us in discovering why today…
- Commitment to Community -Idaho Found Welcomes John Radford
John Radford is working to meaningfully address poverty and the housing crisis in eastern Idaho. He is currently the CEO of Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership, a member of the Idaho Falls City Council, and a member of the Idaho Economic Advisory Council. In addition to discussing the…
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