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This Is Reno Radio

This Is Reno
Reno, United States
Reno
Data Centers
Washoe County
Reno Police Department
Axon
FPI Management
Facial Recognition
Copaganda
Policing
Reno City Government
Sewer Rate Hike
Downtown Reno
Immigration and ICE
City Of Reno Budget
Homelessness
City Of Reno
Reno Police Body-Camera Footage Ruling
News Media
Move More Plan

This Is Reno Radio is a show from Reno, Nevada featuring insightful news and analysis about Reno-area news. The hosts are Bob Conrad and Kristen Hackbarth, This Is Reno's editors. This podcast won 2026 Podcast of the Year from the Nevada Press Association.

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Latest Episodes

A federal judge has rejected the city of Reno's effort to keep police body camera footage confidential in an excessive force lawsuit. Meanwhile, Washoe County is considering new agritourism rules that could help small farms welcome visitors, and Reno... more

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This Is Reno editors Bob Conrad and Kristen Hackbarth are back with the latest in Reno news covering local government, lawsuits and elections.

We break down Reno’s proposed $22 million police technology contract, questions in the Ward 4 council race... more

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We are back. After a late-summer break, Kristen and Bob return with a packed roundup of Reno-area news.

This episode covers our public records litigation against the city of Reno, an election integrity complaint involving  mayoral candidate and Reno... more

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Kristen Hackbarth and Bob Conrad, editors of This Is Reno, discuss the massive wildfire evacuations in Reno’s North Valleys and why we believe emergency communication remains a serious problem for residents and local news media.

We also dig into Dor... more

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Recent Guests

Sue Granzella
Author and retired teacher discussing her book Pushed to the Edge, Teacher Stories from the Culture Wars
Episode: How the culture wars are reshaping public education, an interview with Sue Granzella
Alec Karakatsanis
Civil rights attorney, criminal justice reform advocate and author
Civil Rights Corps / author of Copaganda
Episode: Inside ‘Copaganda’: Alec Karakatsanis on media, policing and public perception
Joe Goodwin
Representative, Asset Living
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Episode: ICE Out walkouts, Reno’s budget crisis and ongoing property management complaints

Hosts

Bob Conrad
Host of This Is Reno Radio Show and co-host/editor at This Is Reno, regularly anchors local governance and investigative coverage.
Kristen Hackbarth
Co-host and editor; contributes by guiding coverage and contributing editorial perspective on Reno-area issues.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • I would give 5 stars…

    If there were someone offering more info on the Lars Jensen case. This was all devil’s advocate and no other side of the story narrative. Jensen is terrible. Read his reviews on Rate My Professor.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    SushiCat1973
    United States10 months ago
  • Good, informative, original content

    Good listening overall. Thanks This is Reno for putting this type on content out there.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nayahchan
    United States11 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    Detailed podcast, unique content

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    samwilson50200
    United States11 years ago
  • Decent, but really specific

    After the first episode, the host kind of lost it. Maybe it was the second guy that carried the show. Probably, actually. They should have that guy on more often. Also, if you’re not from Reno, you should probably not listen. It’s COMPLETELY about Reno.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    mrjerz
    United States12 years ago

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A few critique the Reno-centric lens and desire broader context for non-local listeners.
Many value the practical public-records angle and journalistic transparency.
The hosts aren't afraid to challenge official narratives.
Listeners appreciate the thorough local focus and data-backed analysis.

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Inside ‘Copaganda’: Alec Karakatsanis on media, policing and public perception
Q: What can ordinary listeners do to detect Copaganda and protect themselves from it?
Engage with Chapter 16 and practical guidance in Copaganda, build community journalism collaborations, participate in book clubs and court/watch groups, and ask direct, fact-based questions to officials and journalists.
Inside ‘Copaganda’: Alec Karakatsanis on media, policing and public perception
Q: Why are body-worn cameras not a simple transparency solution?
Body cameras were marketed as transparency tools, but they function more as a surveillance and liability mechanism for the system; the footage is often redacted, controlled, or released selectively to favor institutional narratives.
Inside ‘Copaganda’: Alec Karakatsanis on media, policing and public perception
Q: What responsibilities do journalists have in covering police activity?
Journalists should scrutinize which stories are told or told repeatedly, examine framing and sources, and avoid passively republishing police narratives; the aim is to reveal how propaganda shapes public perception and policy.

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What is This Is Reno Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two Reno-based hosts deliver sharp, data-informed discussions on local governance, public safety, infrastructure, and journalism ethics. Episodes blend investigative reporting with candid commentary on city decisions, transparency, and community impact, often weaving in public records, audits, and local politics. Noteworthy is the concise, neighborly tone and willingness to critique officials and institutions, along with thoughtful explorations of how technology—like AI and facial recognition—shapes reporting and policy.

The show stands out for its persistent focus on Reno-area issues, a willingness to challenge authority, and an emphasis on accountability in local government and public services. Listeners likely value in-depth context, ti... more

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