Kate is a seventeen-year radio veteran and a graduate of Colorado State University with a degree in Broadcast Journalism. She got her start in radio at KCSU in Fort Collins, Colorado, and moved to Idaho in 2001 to team up with Mike Kasper on Citadel Broadcasting’s Magic 93.1 (KZMG) in Boise. A couple of year’s later, Kate and Mike “moved across town” to Mix 106 (KCIX) and established themselves as the top morning show in the market since 2002, winning several ISBA and Best of the Treasure Valley awards. Kate’s been instrumental in making Mix 106 one of the most listener-interactive stations in the market. She created “Kate University” in 2006, hosting a monthly class for adults who are looking to try new things—from knitting, cooking and crafts to skydiving, snowboarding, scuba diving and fitness activities with future classes planned for helping teenage girls develop confidence doing a variety of things. Kate also makes monthly visits to schools throughout the area with the Treasure Valley Speakers Forum to talk with kids about radio and how to become a successful, functional person in the community. Kate shares it all with the 12 Mix 106 listeners. From her adventures on Skid Row with her dog Gunner to hilarious mishaps with her girlfriends, you never want to miss a moment of Kate's crazy life!
Kate McGwire
Football Team Honors Fallen Soldiers
An Idaho middle school football team went undefeated this year, but that is nothing compared to what they have done for troops killed in action.
Watch This Skier Fall 1600 Ft and Live
Watch this skier fall 1600 feet and live! It will definitely get you in the mood for the upcoming ski season, or at least encourage you to sign up for a lesson!
He Says His Ex Is Art-OPP
A husband and wife can't agree on a piece of art that hangs in their home. She wants it gone, he says it's art. The only problem is it's tied to his ex girlfriend.
The Idaho Cities Song
Idahoans love to sing songs about the counties in the state and now there is a city song! Learn the correct pronunciation of Weippe and stop saying Wipe-ee with this catchy tune!
Your Monday Motivation
This week's motivation to start your week off better is going to be a tough change to make, if you're like me. But do this before you do anything else and you're day will go better!
Greenlight a Vet
Veteran's Day is next Wednesday. There is an amazing campaign this year to show appreciation to the men and women in our armed services. Find out how you can show your support with one green light.
Maroon 5 is Coming to Boise
Add Maroon 5 and special guests Tove-Lo to the list of the biggest concerts IX 106 brings to Boise! They're coming next year and we have your first chance to win tickets this morning!
The Ten Hottest Men With Beards
It's Movember! One of my favorite times of the year when men stop shaving to raise awareness for prostate cancer. I love a man with facial hair, especially these ten celebrities.
My Favorite CMA Moment
I fell in love with Chris Stapleton in Mexico in January with Luke Bryan at Crash My Playa. Last night he was the big winner at the CMAs and he stole the show with Justin Timberlake!
Would You Sign This Petition?
There is a petition that was started to stop a certain musician from coming out of retirement. I would sign it in a minute. Mike would never sign it.