On this groundbreaking three-person episode of North State Rocks, Perry Thompson brought together three distinct perspectives on a crisis that's spiraling out of control: Wyatt Hanson (fourth-generation rancher), Richard Egan (rancher and former county administrator), and John McGarva (Lassen County Sheriff).
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On this episode of North State Rocks, Jessica Vigil, from Elwood Ranch and a North State native who grew up on Dixie Valley Ranch, sat down with Perry Thompson to discuss a crisis threatening generational ranching operations: wolf predation. This isn't a conversation about wildlife conservation in the abstract. It's about real families facing real losses and a policy framework that often leaves them with no legal way to defend themselves.
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In the latest episode of the North State Rocks podcast, we shine a light on the life-changing work of Lassen Family Services: a Susanville-based nonprofit that has been serving survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, elder abuse, and other traumas since 1979. This conversation explores how compassion, advocacy, and community collaboration can transform lives in California’s rural North State.Listen to the podcast at northstaterocks.com or on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, IHeartRadio, and Pandora.
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In the latest episode of North State Rocks, host Perry Thompson sat down with Paul Reuter, President and Managing Engineer of Pace Engineering, based in Redding, California. Paul, a true leader in our community and a driving force behind an incredible 100% employee-owned firm, shared his remarkable journey and profound insights into building a thriving business, nurturing a unique culture, and prioritizing what truly matters.Listen to the podcast at northstaterocks.com or on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, IHeartRadio, and Pandora.
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In the latest conversation on North State Rocks, Bruce Dean, co-founder and chairman of Black Bear Diner, shared the unvarnished truth about building a restaurant empire from humble beginnings in Mount Shasta. His story offered critical insights for entrepreneurs navigating growth, failure, and the brutal realities of business expansion. Listen to the podcast at northstaterocks.com or on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, IHeartRadio, and Pandora.
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In the latest episode of North State Rocks, host Perry Thompson sat down with Elizabeth (Liz) Ammon, agriculture teacher and FFA advisor at Lassen High School, to discuss the remarkable growth and success of the Susanville FFA program following the recent Lassen County Fair.
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Dawn Egan's path to becoming one of Lassen High School's most impactful educators began with an entrepreneurial spirit in Fallon, Nevada. After earning her finance degree from University of Nevada, Reno, Egan opened her own computer store at just 21 years old, eventually growing the business to generate $200,000-250,000 annually.
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In the latest episode of North State Rocks, host Perry Thompson sat down with BJ Hubbard, a flight instructor at Susanville Aviation, to discuss the joys of flying in Northeastern California and the opportunities for locals to pursue their aviation dreams.
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In this episode of North State Rocks, host Perry Thompson sits down with Richard Egan, who recently retired as Lassen County's Executive Officer after 30 years of public service. What makes Richard's story particularly compelling is his parallel life as a cattle rancher, which offers him a unique perspective on government administration and agricultural entrepreneurship in Northern California.
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In this episode of North State Rocks, Perry sits down with Michael Kirack, who, at age 20, became the youngest licensed general contractor in California and has since built a thriving construction business spanning three decades in Susanville.
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