Sparks of Interest
Sparks of Interest is a new upcoming podcast discussing local issues in and around Sparks, Nevada. This also includes Reno and Washoe County but even if you aren't a local, that's ok too! The topics discussed may apply to your hometown as well. Hosted by former Mayor Candidate, Jeff Bonano; with co-hosts Dennis Bagley II and Peggy Rew to help keep our conversations comparable to 3 friends just talking over a cup of coffee.
Episodes
April 22, 2024 • 45 mins
We are here to spread Easter cheer and Foolish fun in April! Listen in on our Easter holiday and even a few pranks from April Fools past
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April 12, 2024 • 38 mins
In this episode, we share our love for the one and only Weird Al! Some of our favorite songs were written by this amazing artist and we delve into how talented he is at making parodies.
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March 22, 2024 • 59 mins
David and D discuss the live action adaptation of Avatar the Last Airbender. Was the show worth a watch? D provides a rating from the viewpoint of a long time fan and for a person who knows little to nothing about the original show. We also discuss ideas on what future seasons could do as well as films set in the Avatar universe. Needless to say, SPOILER WARNING!
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February 20, 2024 • 53 mins
In this episode, David and D share their experience with a recent Dungeons and Dragons campaign with the kids. How did the party do and were there shenanigans? Plus, a quick recap of the Superbowl and more gaming stories.
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February 6, 2024 • 64 mins
In our season premiere, we make good on our threat to taste fish n chips with a couple of guests: Beth Smith and Colleen Westlake. Want to hear your school board trustees in a new light? Listen in as we chat about food, air fryers, and even a medical issues.
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January 1, 2024 • 65 mins
In this season finale Dave and Dennis share their holiday fun as well as tasting a couple cookies. A brief discussion on 3D printers, and plans for next season!
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December 18, 2023 • 50 mins
It’s that time of year when everyone is a little nicer, a little happier, and a little more generous. We have several charities and good causes to highlight in this episode, but they tend to operate year round so if you can help out during the rest of the year, that goes a long way.
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December 3, 2023 • 64 mins
It's time to talk some survival skills as Dave and Dennis talk hunting and fishing! Who is the better fisher between them? Did Dennis get a deer? And what of the Hunter Safety Course? Tune in!
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November 23, 2023 • 84 mins
In this redo episode (new equipment and recording program, please bear with us), Jeff brings the heat with a variety of hotsauces and peppers. Not to be outdone, the rest of the SoI team wrote jokes for Jeff to share with you all.
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October 20, 2023 • 66 mins
Dennis and Dave discuss the various improvements made around the area, including exciting upcoming projects!
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October 10, 2023 • 58 mins
Big news involving Kirby Wyoming! Plus, we discuss various events around the Reno/Sparks area
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October 1, 2023 • 76 mins
David and Dennis discuss ROTC for a new generation of cadets as well as other aspects of highschool that have changed since they were in.
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August 31, 2023 • 61 mins
In this episode, we talk work ethic. Through our own experiences, we discovered the value of a strong work ethic and decided to talk with our listeners about the benefits of work ethic in the world at large.
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August 22, 2023 • 90 mins
It's time for a movie review and we are covering the classic film, The Wizard! This fantastic movie from the 80's is significant not just because of our love of classic games, but because part of the movie takes place in Reno. We share our thoughts as we walk through the various scenes and point out a few inconsistencies when the characters get to Reno. Plus, we have a bried chat about Ready Player One. Needless to say, MAJOR SPOIL...
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July 31, 2023 • 72 mins
David and Dennis have gotten some much needed vacation this summer and they've got tales to tell!
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July 16, 2023 • 65 mins
Back from vacation and talking education, we've got Washoe County School District Board President Beth Smith! We cover it all; from victories in the legislature, to changes in the upcoming school year, to how certain things are funded, and even a brief chat about fish and chips.
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June 18, 2023 • 38 mins
It's time to talk about the environment in this episode as we discuss the lithium mine starting up in Nevada. What impact will it have? What can you do to help save this piece of wilderness that is home to many amzing plants and animals? Find out within.
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June 6, 2023 • 55 mins
Let's get back to nature and talk growing our own food! David and D discuss gardening and cooking in this epiosde. It's a little bit of work but worth it, and you can can grow amazing food too!
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May 21, 2023 • 62 mins
It's a celebration for the many people in our lives as we talk May birthdays! What sort of things have our hosts enjoyed during their birthdays? How have things changed over the years? We also have the writer's strike going on as of this episode and we do a dive into the pros and cons of the strike.
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May 7, 2023 • 62 mins
Pastor Louie returns! We had planned talking sports and spirituality but we branched out even further! You get Lord of the Rings talk, pop culture, and the importance of friendship!
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