Governance Is Power. Ready to Make Some Changes?

  • January 15, 2026
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Thursday, Jan. 15: RadioACTive x Threadwork Collective = Government by the People, examined and reimagined. Guests: Ze Min Xiao, founder of the Center for Economic Opportunity and Belonging, and Aspire Ability founder Dr. Jon Mott. Plus, the League of Women Voters of Utah wants you to join them at #ThePeoplesHouse.

Get More Local, More Vocal with Tonight's Guests

Rallies & Resources Spotlight (full list here):

  • Jan. 15: Earlier today, RadioACTive Intern Maggie Brunner attended the Rally for Housing and Services to End Homelessness at the Utah State Capitol. She shares some rally voices on tonight's show.

  • Jan. 17: Governance Isn't Politics — It's Power | 11a-1p @ 1974 Bookstore SLC, 351 W 400 S, Unit B, SLC. We'll talk about this in-depth on the back half of the show. Looking forward to seeing you on Saturday!

  • Jan. 20: Opening Day of the Utah Legislature's General Session. Kathy Biele, president of the League of Women Voters of Utah, invites you to get engaged and join the League at #ThePeoplesHouse.

  • Jan. 20:  | 11a-12:30p on the south steps of the Utah State Capitol, 350 N. State St., SLC. Event by Utah Nonprofits Association: "Join us on the steps of democracy for a day that’s all about purpose, passion, and people-powered change. This is your moment to show up, speak out, and stand strong for the future of the nonprofit sector. Bring your banners, your passion, and your voice, and we’ll bring the energy! Let’s make some noise for the people who power purpose. See you on the Hill."

Governance Is Power

RadioACTive's Lara Jones and Lianna Manibog of The Threadwork Collective are collaborating on a 3-part community series about governance. Tonight we explore where we are and where we could be with Ze Min Xiao, founder of the Center for Economic Opportunity and Belonging, and Aspire Ability founder Dr. Jon Mott.

  • Jan. 17: Governance Isn't Politics — It's Power | 11a-1p @ 1974 Bookstore SLC, 351 W 400 S, Unit B, SLC. RadioACTive's Lara Jones and Lianna Manibog of The Threadwork Collective share details about their upcoming community conversation on governance and power. Step up to the mic with your questions and comments during this meetup, which we'll record for a later broadcast.

    • BONUS: 1974 Bookstore Owner Annie Pagett says food truck Girls Who Smash and Bedlam Coffee will be there, too.

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  • Share your thoughts, suggestions and observations by calling the RadioACTive hotline: ‪(385) 800-1889. Or, send a voice memo to radioactive@krcl.org. Please tell us your name and neighborhood, and leave a brief message that we may air on the show. 

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