The Lewiston Tribune Podcast

The Lewiston Tribune Podcast

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How the Historic Liberty Theater Plans to Reopen

In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, we discuss the recent removal of the Liberty Theater’s iconic blade sign, the work happening behind the scenes and what the future could hold for the long-vacant landmark. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:22 Why the blade sign came down 1:33 Background on what the foundation has done behind the scenes 2:01 How the group ended up as owners of the Liberty Theater 2:52 Have the constant stops and starts on the project been frustrating? 3:42 What happens after the signs are replaced? 4:48 What kind of events will take place in this new space? 5:50 The Kenworthy’s influence 6:44 How much money will they need to raise? 8:16 Memories of the Liberty Theater 8:46 When will the liberty be open for business? 9:14 Final Thoughts

We Simulated a Survivor Season in Our Newsroom… Who won?

We simulated a full season of Survivor using members of the Lewiston Tribune newsroom through Brantsteele — complete with alliances, blindsides, immunity wins and dramatic Tribal Councils. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:16 Cast analysis 1:48 Tribe reveal 2:34 Episode 1 4:08 Episode 2 7:09 Episode 3 (Tribe swap) 9:19 Episode 4 10:41 Episode 5 12:23 Episode 6 13:48 Episode 7 14:57 Episode 8 (merge) 16:45 Episode 9 18:45 Episode 10 19:43 Episode 11 20:30 Episode 12 21:43 Episode 13 22:40 Episode 14 23:40 Episode 15 24:58 Episode 16 26:29 Episode 17 28:01 Finale

Can Survivor 50 Deliver Its Own “Forever Red” Moment?

In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, managing editor Matt Baney and Trevan Pixley break down what’s ahead for Survivor 50 and discuss Pixley’s latest column on the milestone season.

Lewiston Superfans’ Unforgettable Super Bowl LX Experience

Matt Baney sits down with Lewiston Seahawks superfans Mike Johnson and Sharon Sheahan to talk about their unforgettable trip to Super Bowl 60. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:24 History as season ticket holders 2:04 How they ended up with Super Bowl tickets 6:01 What was the Super Bowl experience like? 7:08 How does the Super Bowl atmosphere differ from a typical game? 8:47 Mike’s run in with Harbaugh 10:14 Does this win make up for the last Seahawks super bowl loss? 11:55 How were their seats? 13:04 Difference between going to a game in person and on TV 14:37 Still passionate fans after all these years 18:48 How did they get into following the Seahawks so closely? 20:02 How many Seahawks games have they attended in 41 years? 20:55 Budgeting as season ticket holders 23:43 Thoughts on the halftime show 26:10 Would they recommend going to a Super Bowl? 27:42 Future of the Seahawks 32:11 Getting to hold the Lombardi trophy 33:19 Gameday superstitions

Why Idaho Fish and Game Shot a Mountain Lion in Lewiston Yard

A mountain lion roaming downtown Lewiston captured the attention of the entire community — and ended with Idaho Fish and Game officers killing the animal in a residential yard. In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, Managing Editor Matt Baney and Outdoors and Environmental Editor Eric Barker break down what happened, why the decision was made, and what it says about wildlife encounters in urban areas. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:13 Mountain Lion takes over downtown Lewiston 0:52 Why is a mountain lion sighting rare in town? 1:38 Unexpected behaviors from the mountain lion 2:53 Theories on why the mountain lion came into town 4:50 How the mountain lion met its demise 8:16 Mountain lion sighting was the talk of the town 10:20 Fish and game’s advice to deal with mountain lion

Idaho Prison Escapees Sentenced to Life, Lapwai Manslaughter Deal

In this episode of The Lewiston Tribune Podcast, managing editor Matt Baney sits down with crime and courts reporter Dean Ferguson to break down three major cases in the Lewiston Tribune readership area. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:19 Victor Gray case comes to a sudden conclusion 1:33 Why did Victor Gray take the deal? 6:54 Skylar Meade sentenced to two life sentences 14:36 Umphenour will have to reveal his role in the murder/prison break 16:59 Update on the Forslof case 22:14 Man pays restitution for robbery 50 years ago 27:18 The impact of the Kerry Houston story 29:25 How a story from a veteran helped Dean with crime coverage 34:51 Dean’s advice to criminals

Asotin County Murder Cases: Krogman, Boyd & What Comes Next

In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, managing editor Matt Baney talks with Asotin County reporter Kerri Sandaine about multiple murder cases moving through the local court system, including the Krogman and Boyd cases. For ongoing coverage of courts and public safety in Asotin County, visit lmtribune.com. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:20 Background on the Krogman case 0:44 What brought Krogman from Wyoming to Clarkston? 1:36 A quick decision from the jury 2:24 The jury’s reaction to the video evidence 3:48 Krogman’s wife facing same charges 4:41 Kerri’s interaction with Thomas Krogman 5:58 What shape was the stabbing victim in? 6:20 Krogman’s weight loss in jail 8:11 Upcoming trials in Asotin County 9:49 Background on the Boyd case 10:58 More murder cases than usual in Asotin County 12:43 Will there be a plea deal in the Phyllis Krogman case?

Idaho’s Budget: The Biggest Question Facing the Legislature

In this episode of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, managing editor Matt Baney sits down with Royce McCandless to break down the latest developments inside the Idaho Legislature. The conversation covers criticism of Gov. Brad Little’s spending plan, Medicaid funding questions, and the key policy debates expected to shape the session. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:34 Problems with the budget 1:55 The budget problems extending into fiscal year 2027 2:20 Brad Little’s spending adjustments for the state 3:28 What has been criticized about Little’s budget? 5:06 When should we expect the budget to be worked out? 6:18 Is it Little’s policy that Idaho will conform with Policies set by Trump? 7:05 Business provisions in the BBB 7:52 Does what’s happening to Medicaid affect the state’s budget? 9:44 Specific Medicaid adjustments 11:03 Royce’s thoughts on how Medicaid expansion will play out 13:01 Where are the interesting storylines to follow this session? 15:10 Will fund for private school bill get larger? 17:20 Little hopeful that state economy will improve 21:20 Royce’s knowledge of the Idaho Legislature prior to stepping into his new role 22:46 Royce’s background

From Lewiston to Hollywood: Jeffrey Decker’s Film Journey

Filmmaker, producer, actor and director Jeffrey Decker joins the Lewiston Tribune Podcast to talk about his journey from growing up in Lewiston to working in Hollywood. The conversation dives into Relentless, Decker's latest film, the filming of the Green River Killer in the Lewis-Clark Valley, and why returning to the region to shoot meant so much to him. Decker also shares insight into his upcoming projects. Decker will be at Village Center Cinemas in Lewiston for a meet and greet before the 7:15 showing Friday of Relentless and will answer questions afterward. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:25 Decker’s roots in Lewiston 1:08 Going from basketball to regular student life 1:58 What is Relentless? 3:26 Car wash fight scene filmed in Lewiston 5:33 Decker’s Hollywood journey 8:01 Creation of Green River Killer 10:51 The joy of shooting Green River Killer in the Lewis-Clark Valley 12:50 Decker’s future projects 16:45 The impact that family has had on Decker’s career

Tablets for Inmates, Mooning & Bigfoot | Tribune Podcast #68

Managing Editor Matt Baney sits down with Tribune reporter Dean Ferguson for Episode 68 of the Lewiston Tribune Podcast, diving into some of the most offbeat crime stories from around the readership area in 2025. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:25 Dean’s ability to find offbeat crime stories 0:56 Nez Perce County inmates receive tablets 2:42 The positive effects of the tablets in the jail 3:56 Dean’s takes on the tablets in jail 5:24 The terms and conditions of the tablets in jail 8:02 Potential drawbacks of tablets in jail 10:04 Some of the security that’s in place 11:34 Baney’s favorite detail in Dean’s writeup 13:49 Dean’s final takeaway on tablets in jail 15:32 The mooning incident 20:17 The beef between private and commercial trips 22:24 What Dean will miss about the old Nez Perce County courthouse 29:26 Dean’s complaint about the new courthouse 31:22 Store clerk and dispatchers bring attention to possible kidnapping 35:52 Kidnapping charges dropped 38:30 Crazy calls to law enforcement 39:47 Dean’s big foot story 42:12 That fateful night at Skippers

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