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![Renoites LIVE - Tim Mahoney and Annie Saunders on Reno Improv](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11055435/Renoites_Podcast_Logo9af2f_300x300.png)
Friday May 05, 2023
Renoites LIVE - Tim Mahoney and Annie Saunders on Reno Improv
Friday May 05, 2023
Friday May 05, 2023
This episode of Renoites was recorded in front of a live audience at Black Rabbit Mead Company in Reno, Nevada on April 26, 2023
Being able to improvise is a fundamental skill for working in comedy or entertainment, but is also incredibly valuable just for going about our day to day lives. Being able to think on our feet and be creative serves us in our jobs and social lives whether we call it "improv" or not.
On this week's episode of Renoites, we welcome Tim Mahoney and Annie Saunders, both from Reno Improv. Reno Improv is a non-profit improv theater located in the Wells Avenue neighborhood, featuring shows, workshops, classes, and drop-in opportunities for Northern Nevadans to explore and enjoy the art of improvisation.
In front of a live audience at Black Rabbit Mead in the brewery district of Reno, we talked about the different forms of improv, what makes a good audience suggestion for improv games (and what doesn't), how improv abilities can help us in our day to day lives, the difference between "fear of public speaking" and "fear of public pretending," and much more!
Plus, we took audience questions and finished the episode with some improv games on stage! The live audience got to enjoy several more improv games after the taping, so make sure you attend the next Renoites LIVE event to get the full experience! The next live episode is with Brad Bynum of the band Elephant Rifle, on Thursday May 11!
You can learn more about Reno Improv including upcoming shows and classes at their website, renoimprov.org
If you have guest suggestions or feedback, please email conor@renoites.com and be sure to follow us on Instagram at http://www.instagram.com/renoites
![Alicia Barber on History, Preservation, and Sense of Place in Reno](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11055435/Renoites_Podcast_Logo9af2f_300x300.png)
Tuesday May 02, 2023
Alicia Barber on History, Preservation, and Sense of Place in Reno
Tuesday May 02, 2023
Tuesday May 02, 2023
Welcome to the new season of Renoites!
This is the first episode of a brand new season, with a bunch of great guests in store. If you enjoy the show, please be sure to follow @renoites on Instagram, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so it will always be easy to find!
A common theme in the conversations I have about Reno are that it seems to be constantly changing. Growth can be exciting, I’m definitely happy to know that Reno is a place people want to come, but it’s often framed that there is a conflict between growth and historic preservation. A lot of conversations also tend to be about Reno’s shared story, a common understanding of what this place is about.
I am very excited to welcome as the first guest this season, historian and author Alicia Barber. You may know her from her very popular substack newsletter, The Barber Brief. Alicia writes regularly about historic preservation and development issues in the area, city council happenings, and other topics of local importance.
On this episode, Alicia and I discuss the earliest history of Reno as a railroad town, how Reno changed and redefined itself over the generations to adapt to different economic conditions, what makes for a vibrant and active neighborhood and what inhibits that, how to tell a shared story of our history where it has actually taken place, the history of the Lear theater and hopes for it’s future, and much more!
I’ve long been looking forward to this episode and I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did. If you have comments or suggestions for future guests, my email is conor@renoites.com
You might also consider supporting Renoites financially on patreon at http://patreon.com/renoites. Listener support makes this project possible.
![Renoites LIVE - The Scalley Cat Champions](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11055435/Renoites_Podcast_Logo9af2f_300x300.png)
Wednesday Apr 12, 2023
Renoites LIVE - The Scalley Cat Champions
Wednesday Apr 12, 2023
Wednesday Apr 12, 2023
This episode of Renoites was recorded in front of a live audience at Black Rabbit Mead Company in Reno, Nevada on March 30, 2023.
Every year, hundreds of bicyclists race around Reno and the surrounding area, in a 24-hour scavenger hunt and party called Scalley Cat. Challenges range from the intensely physical (ride from Reno to Virginia City to Tahoe and back) to the wild and ridiculous (mayonnaise wrestling is mentioned in this episode), with hundreds of challenges for various points. Bribes and rule-breaking are encouraged.
This episode is was recorded with a live audience at Black Rabbit Mead Company, and features members of the very large winning team from last year's Scalley Cat (I think about 15 on stage). They're now in charge of organizing the 2023 event, which will take place on May 5, from noon until noon.
We talked about the history of the event, Reno as a great city for bikes and bike culture, wild stories from years past, other bike events like Reno Bike Night, plans for this year (the theme is Scalleycamp), and much more! Thanks to all who attended in the audience and thank you for listening!
Renoites will be returning in a few weeks with more new episodes and really great guests! And please come to the next Renoites LIVE episode tapings at Black Rabbit Mead:
Wednesday, April 26 - with Reno Improv
Thursday, May 11 - with Brad Bynum of the band Elephant Rifle and former editor of the Reno News and Review
If you have guest suggestions or just want to get in touch, be sure to follow (and feel free to message) me on Instagram @Renoites or send an email to conor@renoites.com
If you'd like to support Renoites financially, please consider signing up as a patron of the show! For even a few dollars a month, you're helping support a valuable community-oriented project. There are perks at various levels like stickers and t-shirts, and I try to post occasional Patron exclusive updates about the show, future guests, and so on! Check it out at http://www.patreon.com/renoites
This episode was produced by Conor McQuivey and Ember Braun
![Renoites LIVE - Vickie Musni on DJ Trivia and the #ChallengeForCharity](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11055435/Renoites_Podcast_Logo9af2f_300x300.png)
Friday Mar 17, 2023
Renoites LIVE - Vickie Musni on DJ Trivia and the #ChallengeForCharity
Friday Mar 17, 2023
Friday Mar 17, 2023
This episode of Renoites was recorded in front of a live audience at Black Rabbit Mead Company in Reno, Nevada on March 9, 2023
Vickie and Craig Musni started DJ Trivia Sierra Nevada 10 years ago with the goal of providing a family friendly trivia game that could help support local bars and restaurants by drawing crowds on their less busy nights during the week. Since then, the company has grown to over 35 venues in Northern Nevada and the Sierras.
On this week's episode of Renoites, Vickie returns to the podcast to talk about the history of her business, the one-two punch of dealing with COVID restrictions followed by issues with the city of Reno's archaic "cabaret license," the difference between themed trivia nights and a format with more variety, the newer DJ Bingo offering for folks that want to have fun and win prizes but aren't into trivia, and much more.
We also talked about DJ Trivia's upcoming 10-Year Anniversary fundraiser at the Little Waldorf, with the goal of raising $10,000 for local non-profits. That event will take place on April 15. Up to 30 teams of 6 will compete to win prize money for their favorite charity, and local businesses can participate by sponsoring a team's entry fee! Learn more and sign up here:
https://djtriviasierranevada.com/dj-trivia-challenge-for-charity
![Brian Sandoval on the University of Nevada, Reno](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11055435/Renoites_Podcast_Logo9af2f_300x300.png)
Tuesday Mar 07, 2023
Brian Sandoval on the University of Nevada, Reno
Tuesday Mar 07, 2023
Tuesday Mar 07, 2023
In 2020, the University of Nevada, Reno selected as the new president of the university the former Governor of Nevada, Brian Sandoval. Sandoval grew up in Sparks, attended UNR, and has spent most of his career in various political roles, including in the state legislature, as attorney general, as a federal judge, and for 2 terms as governor (from 2011-2019).
As Reno continues to grow, UNR and the surrounding area will have significant impacts on job opportunities for graduates, student and staff housing and affordability, business development and attracting industry to Northern Nevada, the urban landscape and walkability in and around downtown, and much more.
On this week's episode of Renoites, President Sandoval joined us for a conversation about his experience in politics and what has driven him to pursue the positions he's held in government, a recent visit to the university from our current governor, Joe Lombardo, the Wolf Pack Digital Initiative launched during COVID to bring new technology to students and faculty, transitioning from his previous roles in electoral politics to his current role at the university, working to develop a more cohesive "university district," the role Nevada can play in greener energy production, and much much more!
Thank you for listening and supporting Renoites! This is a local, community-oriented project that exists only through support from listeners like you. Please consider contributing to Renoites on Patreon at http://www.patreon.com/renoites and if you have any suggestions for guests or topics, please email conor@renoites.com or send a message on Instagram at http://www.instagram.com/renoites
This season of Renoites is produced by Conor McQuivey, Lynn Lazaro, and Ember Braun.
![Michael Moberly on Beverage Innovation and the Bartending Trade](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11055435/Renoites_Podcast_Logo9af2f_300x300.png)
Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
Michael Moberly on Beverage Innovation and the Bartending Trade
Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
Last time Michael Moberly was a guest on Renoites, it was the middle of the COVID pandemic and we talked about Reno's bar environment and history, especially in the midtown area. Michael has been a bartender and spirits educator for well over a decade in the Reno area.
On this week's episode, Michael returns to the podcast to talk about his new role with Monin Gourmet Flavorings, the largest family-owned company in that industry, with a huge production and distribution facility right here in Northern Nevada.
We talked about being an ambassador for Reno, developing skills in whatever industry you work to build expertise, how bartending has become more inclusive, the ability to make a career as a bartender, the differences between Reno and Las Vegas cocktail bars (and why Reno is better), the recent decision not to allow a cannabis lounge in Northern Nevada, non-alcoholic beverages and sobriety, what is going on in Spanish Springs as many people are moving to the area but not spending much time inside the McCarran loop, and a whole lot more!
This episode was recorded on-site at Monin's facility in Sparks, Nevada.
Thank you for listening! If you have feedback or guest suggestions, please feel free to send me an email at conor@renoites.com and if you'd like to support the show financially (think of it like tipping your barista or a musician at a small bar?) you can do that on Patreon! Learn more at http://www.patreon.com/renoites
This season of Renoites is produced by Conor McQuivey, Lynn Lazaro, and Ember Braun
![Gary McKinney on Thacker Pass/Peehee Mu’Huh](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11055435/Renoites_Podcast_Logo9af2f_300x300.png)
Tuesday Feb 21, 2023
Gary McKinney on Thacker Pass/Peehee Mu’Huh
Tuesday Feb 21, 2023
Tuesday Feb 21, 2023
Gary McKinney is a resident of Owyhee, Nevada, a small town on the Duck Valley Indian Reservation near the border of Idaho, about an hour north of Elko. Owyhee is located about 84 miles from a proposed lithium mine at Thacker Pass, an area known to the local indigenous community as Peehee Mu'Huh. Gary is the founder of People of Red Mountain, a group opposed to the Thacker Pass mine.
On this episode, we traveled to Owyhee to met with Gary, where we talked about the history of the area, from it's earliest days as a pony express mail route, the 1865 massacre at Peehee Mu'Huh, the various (and sometimes hidden) financial incentives driving the green energy transition, the environmental impacts of mining in the area and around the world, and much more.
The Thacker Pass mine is currently under litigation, with various lawsuits from tribes in the area including the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony challenging the processes that were used to approve the project. Since the recording of this episode, federal judge Miranda Du has mostly ruled against the tribes, but a new lawsuit was filed just last week.
You can find People of Red Mountain at http://www.peopleofredmountain.com
Thank you for listening and supporting this independent and community-focused project. Be sure to follow Renoites on Instagram at http://www.instagram.com/renoites and consider supporting the show financially at http://www.patreon.com/renoites
This season of Renoites is produced by Conor McQuivey, Lynn Lazaro, and Ember Braun. Send guest suggestions and feedback any time to conor@renoites.com
![Steven Ing on Sex, Dating and Relationships](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11055435/Renoites_Podcast_Logo9af2f_300x300.png)
Tuesday Feb 14, 2023
Steven Ing on Sex, Dating and Relationships
Tuesday Feb 14, 2023
Tuesday Feb 14, 2023
Happy Valentines Day! For today's episode of Renoites, we're talking sex, dating and relationships with our guest Steven Ing. Steven is a Reno-based marriage and family therapist with decades of experience in the field of sexuality and relationships and a contributor to Psychology Today where he writes a column called Sexual Futurist.
On this episode, Conor and Steven talked about how to approach new relationships with intentional interviewing to learn as much about potential partners as early as possible, about the differences between getting to know people online vs. in person, the "magic number" of how much sex each partner wants to enjoy, breakups and learning from relationships that have ended, and much more!
Thanks for listening and if you have suggestions for future episodes or any feedback, please email me at conor@renoites.com and if you'd like to support the show financially, you can visit http://www.patreon.com/renoites for more information
This season of Renoites is produced by Conor McQuivey, Lynn Lazaro, and Ember Braun.
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