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Kent Hopper is a Broadcast Personality who has been serving the Central Valley for 48 years. A graduate of the Don Martin School of Radio and Television Arts and Science in Los Angeles, he began his career in 1970 at Hanford’s KNGS, AM 620. Although he started off as the late night show host, it didn’t take long for the powers that be to recognize that they had something special in Hopper, and in 1972 he made his debut as Hopper in the Morning on that same station. Regarding his new venture, Hopper will bring his many years of experience, his professionalism and community connections, and his wit and sense of humor so that listeners get the same great experience as always. With his son, Kyle, serving as the podcast's engineer, listeners know to always expect a quality production. Hopper says, “I hope people will listen and support the podcast, and know that Hopper is back and is here for you, Tulare County!”

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    Episode 906 - 11-30-22 -The Grand Finale

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2022 36:22


    In our final episode, Hopper is joined by Mrs. H and Kyle Hopper as they take a look back at his career in radio, how this podcast became to be, and a look into what the future holds.

    Episode 905 - 11-29-22 - Michael Carley - Understanding Caregivers and More Revisited

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2022 28:22


    On today's episode we speak with Michael Carley. He talks about his new book, which he hopes will help the reader to help understand care-givers & more.

    Episode 904 - 11-28-22 - Donnette Silva-Carter - Tulare Chamber of Commerce

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2022 29:07


    On today's show, Hopper catches up one final time with Donnette Silva-Carter at the Tulare Chamber of Commerce!

    Episode 903 - 11-21-22 - Maggie Melo - Social Media and the First Amendment

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2022 60:57


    Episode 903 - 11-21-22 - Maggie Melo - Social Media and the First Amendment by Kent Hopper

    Episode 902 - John Werner- Executive Director of Sequoias Adult Education Consortium

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2022 25:59


    On today's episode we revisit our chat with John Werner, Director of Sequoias Adult Education Consortium. He talks about adult education for many reasons.

    Episode 901 - 11-16-22 - Gil Jaramillo - Tulare-Kings Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2022 25:04


    On today's show, we catch up with Gil Jaramillo for the latest from the Tulare-Kings Hispanic Chamber of Commerce! Plus a look at agriculture news and another homeowner tip.

    Episode 900 - 11-15-22 - Art Rodriguez - Mr Poplar

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2022 31:07


    On today's episode we speak with Art Rodriguez aka "Mr. Poplar". He talks about the community and his thoughts on the recent elections.

    Episode 899 - 11-14-22 - Ador Cardenas - Eagle Mountain Casino

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2022 18:19


    On today's episode we speak with Ador Cardenas at Eagle Mountain Casino.

    Episode 898 - 11-10-22 - Dennis Townsend - District 5 Supervisor

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2022 26:53


    On today's episode, we speak with Tulare County Supervisor Dennis Townsend. He talks about the latest with the board and his thoughts on the election.

    Episode 897 - 11-9-22 - Nick Vargas - The Source LGBT Center

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2022 19:12


    On today's show, we catch up on the latest at The Source LGBT+ Center with Nick Vargas. Plus a look at agriculture news and another homeowner tip.

    Episode 896 - 11-8-22 - Shelbie Akin - Burton School District

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2022 22:06


    On today's episode we speak with Shelbie Akin about the Burton School District & her run for a seat on the board.

    Episode 895 - 11-7-22 - John Werner - Director of Sequoias Adult Education Consortium

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2022 29:57


    On today's episode we chat with John Werner, Director of Sequoias Adult Education Consortium. He talks about adult education for many reasons.

    Episode 894 - 11-3-22 - Donnette Silva-Carter - Tulare Chamber of Commerce

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2022 23:53


    Today on our program we speak with Donnette Silva Carter with the Tulare Chamber of commerce. She talks about important events coming up.

    Episode 893 - 11-2-22 - Irene Ortega - Burton School District

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2022 25:41


    On today's episode we have news, ag, homeowner tips, and a chat with Irene Ortega with the Burton School District. Today we discussed Dual Immersion & more.

    Episode 892 - 11-1-22 - Michael Carley - Understanding Caregivers and More

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2022 33:29


    On today's episode we speak with Michael Carley. He talks about his new book, which he hopes will help the reader to help understand care-givers & more.

    Episode 891 - 10-31-22 - Jake Castellow - Porterville Police Chief

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2022 19:34


    On today's episode we chat with Porterville Police Chief Jake Castellow. He talks about a recent major drug bust in the area and much more.

    Episode 890 - 10-27-22 - Richard Eckhoff - Candidate for Sierra View Hospital Board REVISITED

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2022 21:54


    On today's episode we chat with Richard Eckhoff about his run for Sierra View Hospital Board.

    Episode 889 - 10-26-22 - Virginia Gurrola - The Mighty 190

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2022 30:58


    On today's episode, we chat with Virginia Gurrola. She talks about the "Mighty 190" - How did it start & where are we today.

    Episode 888 - 10-25-22 - John Harman - Tulare Downtown Association

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2022 29:01


    On today's episode we chat with John Harman. Let's talk about "Downtowns" & what it takes to make your downtown vibrant and more.

    Episode 887 - 10-24-22 - PAW Estate Rescue

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2022 30:23


    On todays episode we talk Rescue Dogs and more. Plus a look at agriculture news and another homeowner tip.

    Episode 886 - 10-20-22 - Kristy Martin - Porterville Chamber of Commerce

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2022 25:30


    On today's episode we speak with Kristy Martin with the Porterville Chamber. She talks about some very interesting events coming up.

    Episode 885 - 10-19-22 - Kathy Stiles - Toys For Tots

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022 18:06


    On today's episode we chat with Kathy Stiles with Toys For Tots. She talks about a real need this year and how WE CAN HELP.

    Episode 884 - 10-18-22 - Gil Jaramillo - Tulare-Kings Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2022 21:09


    On today's episode we speak with Gil Jaramillo with the Tulare-Kings Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. He talks about some major events on the way & more!

    Episode 883 - 10-17-22 - Lawana Tate - Porterville City Councilmember

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2022 32:07


    In addition to local news, ag, homeowner tips & more, we will chat with Porterville City Council Member Lawana Tate.

    Episode 882 - 10-13-22 - Mike Boudreaux - Tulare County Sheriff

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2022 23:44


    On this episode, we speak with TC Sheriff Mike Boudreaux, who brings us up to date on all of the latest gang activity and more.

    Episode 881 - 10-12-22 - Ador Cardenas - Eagle Mountain Casino

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2022 25:06


    On today's episode we speak with Ador Cardenas at Eagle Mountain Casino. He talks more about the new facility in Porterville and says everyone is so excited.

    Episode 880 - 10-11-22 - Tim Baker - Local Talent and Auction

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2022 21:04


    Mr. Tim Baker Joins Hopper In The Morning Tuesday! Let's Talk Local Talent & A Special Auction Going On Right Now. Plus News, Ag, Homeowner Tips & more.

    Episode 879 - 10-10-22 - Devon Mathis - District 26 Assemblyman

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2022 42:54


    On this episode, Assemblyman Devon Mathis talks politics & more. Plus, we have news, ag, & homeowner tips.

    Episode 878 - 10-6-22 - Tom Tucker - Tulare County Agriculture Commissioner-Sealer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2022 19:40


    On today's episode we have news, ag, homeowner tips and today's Chat Guest, Tom Tucker, the Tulare County Agriculture Commissioner/Sealer. Today, we're talking about pesticides.

    Episode 877 - 10-5-22 - Dennis Townsend - District 5 Supervisor

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2022 36:09


    On today's episode, we begin with local news, agriculture, homeowner tips and our chat guest, Supervisor Dennis Townsend. Townsend talks about his recent trip to D.C. and fills us in on that trip. He also talks about The Mighty 190 and much more.

    Episode 876 - 10-4-22 - Irene Ortega - Burton School District

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2022 27:14


    On today's episode we chat with Irene Ortega with the Burton School District. She talks about the many things happening in the district and about school board seats that are up for election.

    Episode 875 - 10-3-22 - Donnette Silva-Carter - Tulare Chamber of Commerce

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2022 28:25


    On today's episode we have local news, ag, homeowner tips and a chat with Donnette Silva Carter, the CEO of the Tulare Chamber. She talks about the "Wine Crush" event this Friday and more!

    Episode 874 - 9-29-22 - Steve Nelsen - Visalia Mayor

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2022 23:13


    On today's episode we have news, Ag, Homeowner Tips & A chat with Visalia Mayor Steve Nelsen. He talks about downtown Visalia and all of the infrastructure work being done and more!

    Episode 873 - 9-28-22 - Jason Gurrola - Candidate for Porterville City Council District 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2022 24:44


    On today's episode we speak with Jason Gurrola, Candidate for Porterville City Council, District 2.

    Episode 872 - 9-27-22 - Bill Horst - Local Historian

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2022 24:35


    On today's episode we speak with Local Historian Bill Horst. He talks about a special event happening Sunday. He also gives us some heads up on what "WAS" & that it may not be exactly as it was written about Porterville & Eastern Tulare County.

    Episode 871 - 9-26-22 - Gil Jaramillo - Tulare-Kings Hispanic Chamber

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2022 23:24


    On today's episode we wind up Hispanic Heritage Month with a chat with Gil Jaramillo, of the Tulare-Kings Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. He talks about various events coming up & a very special award that was given to Gil Jaramillo.

    Episode 870 - 9-22-22 - Felipe Martinez - PUSD Board Member

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2022 23:25


    On today's episode we chat with PUSD Board Member, Felipe Martinez. He talks about how the board operates and more.

    Episode 869 - 9-21-22 - Devon Mathis - District 26 Assemblyman

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 42:12


    On today's episode we'll have your news, ag, and much more, plus a great chat with Assemblyman Devon Mathis.

    Episode 868 - 9-20-22 - Sylvia Soria - Medicare Expert

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2022 29:06


    On today's show we chat with an expert on Medicare, Sylvia Soria. She talks about any changes, what it all means and any new information that may be out!

    Episode 867 - 9-15-22 - Martha Flores - Porterville Mayor

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2022 23:42


    On today's episode we speak with Porterville Mayor Martha Flores. She gives us various updates on many different projects going on in her city.

    Episode 866 - 9-14-22 - Araceli Espinoza - CASA of Tulare County

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2022 20:02


    On today's episode we speak with Araceli Espinoza of CASA of Tulare County. She talks about upcoming training and about a big Super Hero Run, and much more.

    Episode 865 - 9-13-22 - Nick Vargas - The Source LGBT Center

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2022 23:09


    On this episode we speak with Nick Vargas from "The Source". He talks about upcoming events as well as the services that they offer at their new campus in Visalia.

    Episode 864 - 9-12-22 - Brock Neeley and John Coffee - Veterans Park

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2022 25:44


    On today's episode we speak with Brock Neeley & John Coffee. They talk about what Veterans Park & what it all mean to them, as well as the rest of the community.

    Episode 863 - 9-8-22 - Jesus Garcia - AB2183

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2022 28:25


    On today's episode we talk with Jesus Garcia who talks about AB2183 & voter rights for farm workers and much more.

    Episode 862 - 9-7-22 - Amy Shuklian - Tulare County Supervisor

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2022 23:51


    On today's episode Hopper speaks with Tulare County Supervisor Amy Shuklian. She talks about the progress that has been made, and IS being made, for Tulare county's Homelessness & More.

    Episode 861 - 9-6-22 - Richard Eckhoff - Candidate for Sierra View Hospital Board REVISITED

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2022 22:40


    On today's episode we chat with Richard Eckhoff, Candidate for Sierra View Hospital Board. He talks about why he's running and more.

    Episode 860 - 9-1-22 - Lawana Tate - Porterville City Council

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2022 27:40


    On today's episode we speak with Lawana Tate, Porterville City Council member and candidate for that same job. She talks about her first experience on the council and the election.

    Episode 859 - 8-31-22 - Donnette Silva-Carter - Tulare Chamber of Commerce

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2022 21:17


    On today's program we speak with Donnette Silva Carter, the CEO of the Tulare Chamber. She talks about the T.C. Fair, A special webinar coming up, and much more.

    Episode 858 - 8-30-22 - Dennis Townsend - District 5 Supervisor

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2022 19:24


    On today's episode we speak with T.C. Supervisor, Dennis Townsend. He talks about recent ground-breakings and he speaks about Flood Control, Human Trafficking, and Gang Prevention.

    Episode 857 - 8-29-22 - Gordon Halstead - Central California Blood Center

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2022 21:50


    On today's episode we speak with Gordon Halstead of the Central California Blood Center. He talks about how the 9-11 Blood Drive came about and how YOU can help.

    Episode 856 - 8-25-22 - Gil Jaramillo - Tulare Kings Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2022 26:18


    On today's episode we chat with Gil Jaramillo of the Tulare-Kings Hispanic Chamber. He talks about several events coming up with the Chamber, and more.

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