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  • June 10, 2025
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Get the latest on Congressional funding threats to community radio, nonprofits and arts organizations. Plus, The Black Menaces, SLC Juneteenth, a Fathers Day roundtable deep dive, Wild and Scenic Film Fest, and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Utah.

Plug into your community with tonight's guests, organizations and community events.

NFCB is in town this week, so RadioACTive gets the lowdown on rescission and other funding threats with KRCL GM Gavin Dahl and NFCB CEO Rima Dael. 

The Beloved Community & The Black Menaces

There is a big Juneteenth Celebration shaping up in SLC this year. RadioACTive talks with organizers Sebastian J. Stewart-Johnson, founding member of The Black Menaces, Alexander Galore and Mars Roots of The Menaces and Black on Mars, and Beloved Community's Cleopatra Balfour.

  • June 19: Salt Lake Juneteenth Celebration & Black Owned Business Expo, Noon-Dusk | The Gateway, 12 N. Rio Grande St, SLC. "Join us for the 5th Annual Salt Lake City Juneteenth Celebration, a vibrant and powerful tribute to freedom, culture, and community. Hosted by Beloved Community, this all-day experience brings together Utah’s Black voices, businesses, artists, and families in a dynamic celebration of joy and resilience. From sunrise gatherings to high-energy performances and soul-stirring showcases, Juneteenth 2025 will be a space to reflect, connect, and celebrate our nation's Newest Holiday." For a full list of activities, including a Community Gathering at the Utah State Capitol @ 10 AM, click here.

Black Bold and Brilliant Film Series

A production of the Utah Film Center, the Black, Bold & Brilliant series focuses on authentic and nuanced representation through film critique and discussions led by Black Utahns. BBB Program Manager Russell Roots gives us a preview of this month's event.

  • June 13: Wild & Scenic Film Festival | 7:30 PM | Tracy Aviary @ Liberty Park, SLC. Event by Utah Film Center and its Black Bold & Brilliant Series. "Wild & Scenic Film Festival is a unique way to experience the Tracy Aviary, a short film collection screened outdoors, and a community vendor area during the month-long celebration of Juneteenth. By fostering connections with film enthusiasts, small business vendors, conservationists, and local outdoor recreation affinity groups, we aim to create an inclusive space for a celebration dedicated to supporting Black, Indigenous, People of Color, folks who may be disabled, and LGBTQIA+ communities thriving in Utah’s vibrant natural landscapes. This year’s short collection features the film Roots by local filmmaker Danny Schmidt."

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Utah Needs Men to Mentor

More than 78,000 children in Utah are living in poverty, and many of them are facing additional risk factors. For more than 45 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Utah has been bringing mentors (Bigs) into the lives of children (Littles) ages 6-18 facing multiple risk factors. BBBSU's Carl Grimm talks with RadioACTive about the nonprofit's annual "Men to Mentor" campaign (June-August annually), which addresses the critical shortage of male mentors every year. Right now, nearly 90 boys across Utah are waiting for a consistent, caring role model. Someone to shoot hoops with, talk about life with, and simply show up.

  • GET INVOLVED: You do not need special skills, extensive resources or experience with children. Simply be compassionate, reliable and ready to share your time and be open to embracing differences. You must also be capable of establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries. For info, click here, call 801-313-0303 or email general@bbbsu.org with any questions.

  • June 26: BBBSU Golf for Kids' Sake Event | 8 AM | Thanksgiving Point Golf Club, 3300 Club House Dr, Lehi. " A day of golf, fun, and friendly competition to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Utah's mission of one-to-one mentoring in Utah. It’s a fantastic opportunity for corporate team building, so gather your coworkers and come out to support a great cause."

Roundtable Tuesday Panel: Fathers & Father Figures

With Father's Day this weekend, Risshan and Connor talk with guests Frank Bedolla of Fathers and Families Coalition of Utah; Dr. Eddie Holloway, a pediatric resident and author of the "Dad, You Are AMAZING!" series of children's books; and Russell Roots of the Utah Film Center.


Give Us Your Feedback

How'd you like the show? Share your thoughts, suggestions and observations by calling the RadioACTive hotline: ‪(385) 800-1889. Or, send a voicememo to radioactive@krcl.org. Please tell us your name and neighborhood and leave a short message that may air on the show. So, keep it clean!

Tonight's RadioACTive Team

Guests' views, thoughts, or opinions are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the board, staff, or members of Listeners Community Radio of Utah, KRCL 90.9FM. Tonight's RadioACTive team included:

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