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**A charming new film, the resurgence of game shows and shark week** Jul 21, 2022
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With the dog days of summer in full swing, some folks are staying indoors, which means you might be wondering what to watch on the big and small screens. Resident movie critic and Morning Edition host, George Prentice joined Idaho Matters with a few recommendations.

**Idaho Matters Doctors Roundtable: July 20, 2022** Jul 20, 2022
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Nurse manager Lucy Golding draws up doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine March 14 in Stamford, Conn. Moderna has begun enrolling infants and young children into a vaccine trial.(John Moore / Getty Images)
For people who have been waiting for a more traditional COVID-19 vaccine, health experts say that Novavax vaccine may be for you.
Late last week, regulators authorized the nation's first so-called protein vaccine and this week the CDC gave it a thumbs up. Joining Idaho Matters to talk more about this, plus other COVID-19 issues is Dr. David Pate, former CEO of St. Luke's Health System and a current member of the Idaho Coronavirus Task Force.

A conversation with Boise's mayor Jul 20, 2022

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High profile shootings, including one not that long ago at the Boise Towne Square Mall, have sparked concerns among Boise City officials. These officials include Boise mayor Lauren McLean, who says there are things that can be done to make people safer.

McLean also wants your input as Boise rewrites its city code and recreates its library system. Our Morning Edition host George Prentice sat down with the mayor to talk more about these issues.

**'Nora Goes Off Script' author sits down with Idaho Matters** Jul 20, 2022
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Annabel Monaghan is best known for her young adult novels, including A Girl Named Digit, which was optioned by the Disney Channel.
This summer however, Annabel released her first adult novel, which is perfect if you have plans to lounge on the beach. The author joined Idaho Matters to talk more about her newest book, Norah Goes Off Script.

**What does the Roe v. Wade reversal mean for Idaho?** Jul 19, 2022
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Ahead of the show, we want everyone to know that we will be talking about issues that may be upsetting to some listeners.
We'll be discussing the recent controversial U.S. Supreme Court decision that overturned Roe v. Wade. This episode will discuss abortion, pregnancy and medical procedures and most importantly though, we will hear from you. We will be playing voicemail messages from listeners, some of whom have very strong opinions about this topic.
We hope that by having this frank and honest discussion we can answer some questions about the recent court decision, Idaho's laws concerning abortion and the medical questions you have sent us.
Joining Idaho Matters for these important conversations are Reporter James Dawson, University of Idaho Professor Shaakirrah Sanders and Executive Director for the Idaho Academy of Family Physicians, Liz Woodruff.

**Advocates complete a 1,000 mile journey to save Idaho's salmon** Jul 18, 2022
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Three months ago, we spoke with two members of a four-women team who were embarking on a conservation campaign that would take them on a 1,000-mile journey, starting at the source of the Salmon River and ending in the Pacific Ocean.
Their goal during this voyage was to advocate for the removal of four lower Snake River dams and the suspension of the Stibnite Gold project, just northeast of the cascade, in order to help save Idaho’s salmon from extinction.
Libby Tobey and Brooke Hess have now completed their expedition and joined Idaho Matters to talk more about their travels and what they saw.

two red and white for rent signs are posted in a grassy strip next to a grey brick wall. — **Illegal lease agreements found in Boise** Jul 18, 2022
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With the explosive growth in the Treasure Valley and the rising cost of rent, it can be incredibly tough to find a place to live.
As rents shoot up more and more people are financially forced to move, which means more people are signing new lease agreements.
The nonprofit Jesse Tree has been looking at some of those agreements and finding questionable, sometimes even illegal, clauses that adversely affect the renter.
Executive Director Ali Rabe wants to get the word out about what is and is not legal when it comes to your lease and joined Idaho Matters to explain.

DACA turns ten and many dreamers are still facing an uncertain future Jul 18, 2022

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This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, known as DACA. This policy protects undocumented children, who are eligible, from deportation.

Though the program provides certain protections it does not provide a pathway to citizenship, leaving many who are part of the DACA program with an uncertain future.

According to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, there were nearly 2,760 active DACA recipients in Idaho in 2020.

This Thursday in Nampa, PODER of Idaho is hosting a panel discussion that will look at the importance of DACA, as well as its history and current status. Immigration attorney, Monica Salazar, joined Idaho Matters to talk more about the upcoming event.

**Idaho Matters Reporter Roundtable: July 15, 2022** Jul 15, 2022
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The GOP convention kicks off in Twin Falls, changes to Idaho 's behavioral health system, the possible involvement of the U.S. Supreme Court in redistricting the Gem state and resignations at the Middleton police department – it’s Friday – which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho Matters gets you up-to-date on all the news that made headlines this past week.
Our journalist panel today:
Clark Corbin with the Idaho Capital Sun
Betsy Russell, the Boise Bureau Chief at the Idaho Press and the voice of the Eye on Boise Blog
Scott McIntosh, Opinion Editor at the Idaho Statesman

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