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This morning, Carl Bott brought rodeo excitement and local pride to the airwaves as he discussed what’s new in Redding. He was joined by Barry Weisswasser from the Asphalt Cowboys, a group known for keeping Redding’s western spirit alive. Also featured was John Growney, a legendary figure recently inducted into the Redding Rodeo Hall of Fame, alongside Redding Rodeo President Ted Bambino and longtime supporter Christy Davis. Together, they shared behind-the-scenes stories, rodeo traditions, and what to expect from this year’s high-energy events.
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On today’s broadcast, Carl and Linda Bott took listeners on a journey through Redding’s past, present, and future. Korean War veterans Dick and Frank opened the show with moving recollections of their time in service. The energy picked up with appearances from Redding Rodeo organizers and representatives from Redding Rancheria, who discussed their joint efforts to bring people together through tradition and celebration. In the second hour, Todd Jones, CEO of the Redding Chamber of Commerce, offered valuable insight into how local businesses are adapting and thriving in today’s economy.
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Carl Bott opened this morning’s show with a look at what’s happening in Redding, from new community initiatives to upcoming events. In the first hour, he welcomed guests from Turtle Bay Exploration Park and the Kindness Revolution, who shared exciting educational programs, exhibits, and campaigns to spread compassion in the community. The second hour featured representatives from Shasta Regional Medical Center, who provided valuable health updates and discussed how the hospital continues to serve the North State with excellence.
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In the first segment of the show, hosts Carl and Linda Bott discussed local, national, and international news. They also welcomed John Growney, president of the Red Bluff Rodeo, as a guest. During the second hour, the hosts interviewed Peter Griggs, Director of Marketing, Communications, and Public Relations at Shasta College. Peter was accompanied by Jessica Knight, director of the MESA Program. MESA (Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement) is a campus community dedicated to supporting students pursuing four-year degrees in STEM fields. The program's primary goal is to provide academic support to students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. In the final segment, some cast members from Shasta College's upcoming July production of "Guys and Dolls" were featured on the show.
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Blake Fisher of Viva Downtown hosted an information-packed radio program featuring two distinct segments: the first hour welcomed Kurt Heuer of the Asphalt Cowboys, who detailed the upcoming Redding Rodeo events including PRCA-sanctioned competitions, the famous Pancake Breakfast, Quick Draw Contest, and Bank Robbery reenactment, along with practical information about tickets, parking, and accessibility options; the second hour shifted focus as Blake interviewed the Gorman Law Team, with senior partner Michael Gorman and associates.
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In the first segment, Carl and Linda Bott discussed local, national, and international news. They also welcomed Symphony Composer Scott Seaton from The North State to talk about the symphony in Northern California. In the second hour, Carl and Linda hosted the manager of the Redding Colt 45s, Rick Besetti to discuss the upcoming season.
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Carl and Linda Bott opened this morning’s show with what’s new in Redding, bringing listeners up to speed on the latest headlines and happenings. They were honored to welcome Sandy Winters, the 1958 Shasta County Posse Queen, who reflected on her time in the saddle and the tradition of rodeo in the region. Later, Rob from the Redding Police Department joined the conversation, providing insight into law enforcement’s ongoing work to keep the community safe and connected.
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It was another informative morning with Carl Bott, who opened the show with updates on what’s new in Redding—from community happenings to local issues. In the first hour, guests from Nation’s Finest joined him to talk about their ongoing support for veterans, offering services that help them transition into stable housing and employment. The second hour featured the team from O2 Staffing, who shared insights into job placement trends, workforce development, and how they’re helping connect local talent with thriving businesses.
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Carl and Linda Bott host Ted Bambino, President of the Redding Rodeo Association, highlighting the Redding Rodeo's upcoming events. In the second hourCarl and Linda spoke with James Mazzotta and Ronda Alvey of Enjoy Magazine on their show to discuss the latest issue and vibrant local culture.
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