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North State Rocks
by Hat Creek Construction & Materials, Inc.
Discover the hidden gems and extraordinary people of California’s North State region. Join Perry Thompson, CEO of Hat Creek Construction & Materials, as he explores the vibrant communities and interesting neighbors that make our region a great place to live, work, and play. Each episode brings you face-to-face with local heroes, hard-working entrepreneurs, and passionate community leaders who are writing the next chapter of the North State's legacy. More than a podcast, it celebrates our shared history and future. We'll tackle the challenges facing our region, spotlight opportunities for growth, and showcase the resilience that defines us. Whether you're a lifelong resident or just passing through, North State Rocks offers a fresh perspective on the place we proudly call home. Tune in, be inspired, and rediscover the North State with us. This is your community. This is your story. Learn more at www.northstaterocks.com.
Episodes
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North State Rocks with West BioFuels & Momentum on the Hat Creek Bioenergy Project
On this episode of North State Rocks, Perry Thompson hosts leaders from West Biofuels and Momentum to discuss the Hat Creek Bioenergy Project: California's first 100% forest-fuel-powered community-scale bioenergy plant, now operational and generating real impact. The plant consumes approximately...
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North State Rocks with Weston Hutchings, Hat Creek Construction
On this episode of North State Rocks, Perry Thompson sits down with his cousin and co-owner, Weston Hutchings, to tell the remarkable story of Hat Creek Construction: from survival mode during the 2008 recession to becoming a regional powerhouse in construction and materials. Weston shares his...
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North State Rocks with Bailey Small, PRCA Professional Saddle Bronc Rider
From Fall River to the PRCA: How Bailey Small Turned Small-Town Roots into a Pro Rodeo Career In this episode of North State Rocks, host Perry Thompson sits down with Bailey Small, a Fall River High School graduate and second-year PRCA professional saddle bronc rider. Bailey traces his path from...
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North State Rocks: Panel on Wolves and Ranchers
On this episode of North State Rocks, host Perry Thompson brings together three distinct perspectives on the wolf crisis devastating Lassen County: Wyatt Hanson (rancher at Willow Creek Ranch, facing 10 confirmed wolf kills), Richard Egan (rancher and former Lassen County Administrator), and John...
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North State Rocks with Jessica Vigil, Elwood Ranch
On this episode of North State Rocks, we sit down with Jessica Vigil, a North State native who grew up on Dixie Valley Ranch and now works for Elwood Ranch, to discuss the devastating impact of wolves on northeastern California ranchers. Jessica shares firsthand accounts of livestock predation…
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North State Rocks with Lassen Family Services
On this episode of the North State Rocks podcast, we sit down with Angela Reed, Executive Director, and Brett Lindsey, Housing Coordinator of Lassen Family Services, the region’s leading nonprofit supporting survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, elder abuse, and other traumas across…
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North State Rocks with Paul Reuter, Pace Engineering
In this North State Rocks episode, host Perry Thompson, President/CEO of Hat Creek Construction, connected with Paul Reuter, President of Pace Engineering, to explore impactful leadership and community resilience. Paul shared how Pace navigated economic challenges since 2008, thriving as a 100%...
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North State Rocks with Bruce Dean, Black Bear Diner
In this episode of North State Rocks, listeners will discover how Bruce Dean and his partner transformed a $40,000 investment into Black Bear Diner's 166-location restaurant empire spanning 14 states. Dean shares the unvarnished truth about entrepreneurship, including the company's near-collapse…
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North State Rocks with Liz Ammon, California Agriculture Educator of the Year
In this episode of North State Rocks, listeners will discover how Elizabeth Ammon has built one of California's premier Future Farmers of America (FFA) programs at Lassen High School, achieving record participation with 60 students at the recent fair and over $430,000 in auction proceeds. Liz...
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North State Rocks with Dawn Eagan, Lassen County High
On this episode of North State Rocks, Dawn Egan shares her remarkable journey from owning a successful computer store in Fallon, Nevada, to becoming the leader of Lassen High School's technology and business education program over the last three decades. She discusses how a chance encounter led…
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North State Rocks with BJ Hubbard, Susanville Aviation
In this episode of North State Rocks, discover BJ Hubbard's journey to becoming a flight instructor at Susanville Aviation. BJ shares how his childhood fascination with aviation at age 14 led to a mid-career pivot, selling his home to finance his flight training before returning to serve...
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North State Rocks with Richard Egan, Rancher and Public Servant
On this episode of the North State Rocks podcast, local rancher and public servant Richard Egan shares his family's agricultural roots, details of his diverse 30-year career in county government (from Development Specialist to County Executive Officer), and insights into modern cattle operations...
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North State Rocks with Michael Kirack, Kirack Construction
This episode of North State Rocks features Michael Kirack, founder of Kirack Construction, discussing his 30-year journey from being California's youngest licensed contractor to building a successful diversified construction business in Susanville. Through economic ups and downs, Kirack shares...
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North State Rocks with Travis Corder, Corder Farms
This episode of North State Rocks features Travis Corder, a fourth-generation farmer (Corder Farms) who manages over 7,000 acres across Shasta and Lassen counties – and Perry’s best friend since high school. From succession planning to water rights, and from vertical integration to community...
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North State Rocks with Carie Camacho, Lassen Community College
This episode of North State Rocks features a candid conversation with Carie Camacho, Superintendent and President of Lassen Community College, exploring the institution's role in workforce development, new programs, student success stories, and the value of community college education in creating...
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Introduction to the North State Rocks Podcast
Discover the hidden gems and extraordinary people of California’s North State region. Join Perry Thompson, CEO of Hat Creek Construction & Materials, as he explores the vibrant communities and interesting neighbors that make our region a great place to live, work, and play. Each episode brings…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Discover the hidden gems and extraordinary people of California’s North State region. Join Perry Thompson, CEO of Hat Creek Construction & Materials, as he explores the vibrant communities and interesting neighbors that make our region a great place to live, work, and play. Each episode brings you face-to-face with local heroes, hard-working entrepreneurs, and passionate community leaders who are writing the next chapter of the North State's legacy. More than a podcast, it celebrates our shared history and future. We'll tackle the challenges facing our region, spotlight opportunities for growth, and showcase the resilience that defines us. Whether you're a lifelong resident or just passing through, North State Rocks offers a fresh perspective on the place we proudly call home. Tune in, be inspired, and rediscover the North State with us. This is your community. This is your story. Learn more at www.northstaterocks.com.
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Hat Creek Construction & Materials, Inc.
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Discover the hidden gems and extraordinary people of California’s North State region. Join Perry Thompson, CEO of Hat Creek Construction & Materials, as he explores the vibrant communities and interesting neighbors that make our region a great place to live, work, and play. Each episode brings you...
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