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RadioWest

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KUER’s award-winning interview show explores the world through deep thinkers who host Doug Fabrizio asks to think even deeper. Join writers, filmmakers, scientists and others on RadioWest: A show for the wildly curious.

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Thomas Laqueur
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Jason Pataccio
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Episode: What We Know About the U’s Private Equity Deal
Stephanie Coontz
Historian of marriage and family
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Episode: The Past and Future of Marriage

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Doug Fabrizio
Host, RadioWest; long-time interviewer known for thorough preparation and thoughtful questioning.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 842 ratings
  • Legacy media

    The recent episode on young conservatives (5-13-26) was so out of touch and condescending I am withdrawing my KUER support.

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    Letters0
    United States2 months ago
  • Thought provoking

    Always an interesting topic. The show has talks about everything and makes everything so fascinating!

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    jencbuddan
    United States3 months ago
  • How the mighty have fallen

    This used to be one of my favorite shows. NPR used to let the “Public” call in on this show, Diane Rehem, TOTN etc all had the “P” involved. That’s when it stopped being national public radio and just became national liberal radio. The episode about “controversial new mining practices in Utah” is laughably ridiculous it’s just gross when rich entitled libs talk ably salt of the earth “folks” and try to use them to further their political agenda. Stop indoctrinating propagandizing and preaching. ... more

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    Case-bob
    United States3 months ago
  • Public lands discussion

    Just across the border, Idahoans don’t seem to have the same sentiment about transferring lands to the state. Polls show a majority of Idahoans reject the idea due to cost of management and the constitutional obligation Idaho would have to sell the land to maximize profit. I’m curious why according to the poll you stated, the majority in Utah support the transfer of lands, even electing such strong proponents for this view, including the Utah governor, reps and senators. Our state reps and gover... more

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    CMP- Idaho
    United Statesa year ago
  • Captivating

    Wide range of topics, thoughtful, relevant, great interviews, easy on the ears.

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    nbvc75432$@&
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What We Know About the U’s Private Equity Deal
Q: Who actually controls the deal and how will governance work with an outside investor involved?
While the school would retain some decision-making authority, the private equity partner would have a significant role, creating questions about ultimate control and accountability, which auditors and officials describe as a risk to transparency.
The Golden Age of Christian Filmmaking
Q: Rachel, how do you understand this Christian subculture that's watching The Chosen?
The subculture is deeply engaged, often living out a sense of community and belonging through the show, while also demonstrating a willingness to consume and promote the content intensely, which shapes how creators approach storytelling and distribution.
Cory Doctorow on How to Think About Artificial Intelligence
Q: How does Cory Doctorow describe the current AI hype cycle?
He argues that the AI boom is as much a financial narrative as a technological one, with investors and corporate storytelling driving expectations, rather than inevitable progress, and that the bubble will likely burst with residual, non-revolutionary outcomes.
The New History of a Famed Expedition
Q: How does Sacagawea's portrayal change when you emphasize her agency and language skills?
Sacagawea is not merely a symbol; she is a skilled communicator who used sign language to engage with captains and Native leaders, shaping negotiations and the expedition's decisions in real time.
The New History of a Famed Expedition
Q: What drew you to tell the Lewis and Clark story from perspectives beyond Lewis and Clark themselves?
I wanted to highlight how the expedition was not just a duo's journey but a convergence of diverse actors— Indigenous nations, enslaved individuals, and soldiers—whose voices reveal the expedition's true breadth and consequences.

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This show features in-depth conversations with authors, researchers, journalists, and policy professionals who illuminate complex public-society issues. Episodes frequently cover politics and religion, regional policy, technology infrastructure, environmental challenges, and science, with a strong emphasis on local Utah perspectives alongside national-context reporting. A key strength is the host's preparedness and the breadth of guest backgrounds, which often leads to nuanced discussions that connect policy, culture, and everyday life. Listeners who value thoughtful, well-researched interviews with experts and reporters likely find this program particularly engaging, especially if they care about governance, community impact, and long-form... more

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