Sparks of Interest

Adam Mayberry joins us to talk about the possible future consolidation of our regional fire services. We cover what it could mean for service quality as well as cost. And since Adam is running for Sparks City Council, we talk about his campaign and what he hopes to achieve. If you would like to find out more info, check the link below or call or text the number below as well.Adam Mayberry for Sparks City Council Ward 41-775-843-1957

Sparks is home to many things. and we are fortunate that amonst them is a plethora of fantastic restaurants! We are joined by councilman Donald Abbott to discuss a few hidden gems and even get a little Sparks history too.

We have another wholesome episode for you with the history of Peanuts! WE dive into the history of the strip, talk about the specials, and even get into the art style unique to the comic.

It's another game related episode as we talk Magic the Gathering. In a twist though, it's the new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles set!

It's another Avatar episode, but this time we played the ttrpg! We have FOUR guests joining us in the adventure as we completely throw out the starter campaign and replace it with our own. What sort of craziness have we unleashed?!

Thanks to a recent revival of sorts, we are talking about the Muppets! These characters have had a big influence on many lives and we delve into some of the interesting history of the Muppets, and provide our own ideas on how they should be utilized.

Candidate Alexis Hill joins us to talk about her policy positions and how she will work to improve Nevada.Home - Alexis for Nevada

Spicy J (Jeff) returns for season 9, and he's brought salsa! Will D survive? Or is our hero going to burn to ashes thanks to the salsa known as Satan's Armpit?

How many of our 2025 predictions did we get right? The answer probably won't surprise you.

Dave has gotten into Magic the Gathering (with a little help from D) and we are here to talk about everything in Magic. FRom the start of the game, a few classic sets, to Universes Beyond, let's dig in!

Hunting season has come and gone and we've got such tales to tell. Joining us are Lisa, Lily, and Reed to share in their deer hunts from 2025. How did it go? Were they successful? Will the family be fed this winter? Listen in.

Turtle Power! It's all about the nostalgia in this episode dedicated to a huge influence in our childhoods: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles!

In this Sparks After Dark, we address the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the uptick in political unrest and violence. And since it's an After Dark, we're cursing a lot!

Dave got a house! This episode is a humble brag about Dave going through the process of getting his new house.

We are joined by special guest Chelsea Lowen of 911 Restoration. We talk about the process of restoration after various events; fires, water leaks, etc, and how 911 Restoration can help. As a bonus, Chelsea and D both share what might be the grossest stories we've had on the show!www.911restorationreno.com

What is the line between a crime and a prank? Can friendly rivalries go too far? We delve into recent stories involving vandalism as well stories from when we were younger.

We are joined by Lisa to talk about the Reno Chamber Orchestra and the importance of music. As a bonus, Dave and Lisa reunited with their middle school strings teacher, Mrs. Hoffman.

The amazing game from 2006, Oblivion, has been remastered! As older games, we played the hell out of this game when it first released and wanted to share our excitement. Plus, a dive into AAA gaming woes, and an amusing Kinect Golf story.

Not many people realize that Nevada has quite the number of famous people that called the Silver State home. Listen in, some of these may surprise you.

The show has been taken over by Lilyshark! What topic could be so big, so important, so...epic that she would take over? Why, it's Epic the Musical! We go in depth from start to finish over every song as well as some of the animations attached to each one. Needless to say, SPOILERS AHEAD!https://youtu.be/6K-eMKjo1bs?s...

Our 150th episode! We are back to our roots with some Nevada trivia and what better way to do than for Jeff to face off against a new rival; Geoff the Terrestrial Shark!

It's a new year, a new season, and new goals! We discuss current goals we each have for the upcoming year as well as plans for this season of the show.

As we wrap up another season, we decided to predict the future. From the serious, to the silly, to the wishful thinking, we cover it all with our predictions.

As we near Christmas, we discuss a variety of seasonal things including songs, music, lights, traditions and even Lego!

It's pizza time and we're not talking Ninja Turtles! Trustees Westlake and Mayberry join us for a variety of pizzas from local parlors and a discussion on various education related topics.Check out these locations for some great pizza!Best Pizza in Reno, NV & Sparks, NV | Boulevard PizzaMamma Celeste's Gastropub & Pizzeria - Sparks, NVHome - Blind Onion - Reno & Sparks PizzaPizza Plus | It's Our Thing... Pizza and Wings!

Jeff has returned in time for us to go back to our childhoods with a chat about Nintendo. We talk about classic games, fond memories, and frustrating gaming moments. Join us!

Trustee Westlake has returned to discuss a troubling issue for our schools: student absenteeism. What is causing the absenteeism and what can be done to help? Are students engaged in school or just checking out? Tune in?

Something lurks beneath the surface of the Sparks Marina, but what is it? Dave and Dennis delve into the murky waters to bring you what we know of the Sparks Marina Monster! Plus, an update on the Annual Nevada Scavenger Hunt

Hunting season is almost gone but we have a tale to tell! D got an antelope tag and he's here to share the whole experience with you!

It was a crazy summer and we touch on most of it. From vacations, to Olympic events, to political strife, and movies galore, we've got it all!

The boys join us as we talk about Brickfest when it came to Reno! Ups and downs of the fest, but we provide ideas to improve upon what they have.

We're geeking out big time in this episode as we cover not only air fryers and how amazing they are, but the many aplications of 3D printers!

We made good on a previous conversation: we are trying out some tasty desserts on air! Joining us this time are WCSD Trustees Adam Mayberry, Alex Woodly, and Colleen Westlake. But there's more than just sweets in this episode as we talk graduation, election results, and a couple stories involving trucks. Note: The message at the begining of this episode was recorded after the initial show had been recorded and edited. RIP Mr. Wilson

Feel uncomfortable around ducks? Don't like the open water? Do clowns freak you out? Today we have several different phobias to talk about as we butcher the pronunciation and complain about their names.

It's the finale of our D&D playthrough and we have the kids join to tell the tale. Did our heroes defeat the villains? Did they get handsomly rewarded? How does Lily open doors? And why is Reed's voice a dolphin sound? All that and more in this episode

It's time to put on your Pipboy and venture into the wasteland as we talk everything Fallout! How is the show and does it fit within the timeline of the games? Wondering which game is the best in the series? We talk that too. And Dave gives a rundown on Fallout 76 and how much it has evolved in the last few years.

Which media is better; digital or physical? We delve into the pros and cons of both types in this episode!https://www.audible.com/search...

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

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.

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! Check out Gamelogica from the link below: https://youtube.com/@GamelogicaYT?si=oJ6VMnkKa1Q5H66e

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.

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.

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!

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.St Jude’s https://www.stjude.org/ Forever14 https://forever14.org/Veteran’s Guesthouse https://www.veteransguesthouse.org/Human Society https://nevadahumanesociety.org/VFW https://www.vfw.org/Ronald McDonald House https://rmhcnnevada.org/Food Bank https://fbnn.org/Assistance League https://www.assistanceleague.org/reno-sparks/Toys for Tots https://secure.toysfortots.org/

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!

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. Saucythesauce.com Elijahsxtreme.com Laketahoesauce.com Heatonist.com bohicapepperhut.com

Dennis and Dave discuss the various improvements made around the area, including exciting upcoming projects! The Silver Quill:https://www.silverquillbk.com/ Jazzy Jays:https://www.facebook.com/profi...

Big news involving Kirby Wyoming! Plus, we discuss various events around the Reno/Sparks area

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.

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.