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!
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Mike & Kate in Photos
Fifteen years of my life with Mike crammed into a photo album! Check out all the fun memories we've made in our radio marriage.
Little League Cheaters-OPP
Parents are allegedly cheating to ensure their kids plays Little League. This listener wants to turn them in but there are some extenuating circumstances.
Why I’m Leaving
Friday will be my last day at Mix 106. Before I get into why I made this monumental decision in my life, let me clear up a few things.
She Wants to Date Her Stepdad-OPP
A woman has developed feelings for a man who was once her step father. She wants to pursue a relationship with this man but is worried how her mom will take the news.
She Wants an Alone Honeymoon-OPP
On Other People's Problems, a couple is getting married next month and they can't agree on the honeymoon. She wants it to be the two of them and he wants to bring additional people.
Can She Be Happy With a Cheap Man?-OPP
For Other People's Problems, a newly engaged woman is wondering if her fiances thoughts about money are a red flag to the future.
The Most Returned Gifts
The day after Christmas is the most popular day to return items. Here's a list of the most popular items to take back to the store.
Are the Kids too Old for Gifts?-OPP
On Other People's Problems, a couple is arguing over the cut off age for giving their children gifts. Are you ever too old to be spoiled by your parents?
The Most Misheard Christmas Lyrics
Some of the most popular Christmas songs are sung with the wrong lyrics. See if you misheard these lyrics and thought there was soap and hay in Jingle Bells.
You Can Own a Pet Jellyfish
This is not the pet you cuddle with. Actually you shouldn't touch them at all. The good news is you won't have to walk your pet jellyfish. Even better news, it comes in the mail!