KHOL film critic Jeff Counts reviews two films that are vying to be the first hits of the summer popcorn season.
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Chef Jason Mitchell Waxes Poetic on Music and Food
The experienced Jackson chef and KHOL podcast host discusses the magical connection between music and food, his debut semi-biographical novel and why he’s on a mission to “bring back Sunday dinner.”
On Set: Sundance Premieres Run the Gamut from ‘Mindless Spectacles’ to Awards Contenders
KHOL film critic Jeff Counts reviews three wildly different films from the 2021 Sundance Film Festival’s non-competitive premieres roster.
Behind the News: Meet News Director Kyle Mackie
Mackie comes to KHOL from WBFO, the NPR affiliate in Buffalo, NY. With a background in international and education reporting, she has hit the ground running with a new show, “Jackson Unpacked.”
Guardians of the Gros Ventre Elk
Jay Hoggan and his daughter Rita manage a winter feedground for more than 1,000 elk.
On Set: American Dramas Still Impress at Virtual Sundance Film Festival
KHOL film critic Jeff Counts reviews top contenders in the U.S. Dramatic Competition at the first-ever virtual Sundance.
Behind the News: Meet KHOL Reporter and Producer Will Walkey
Walkey talks about his work here at the station, what he’s excited to report about and what drew him to radio.
On Set: ‘No Man’s Land’ Tackles Complicated Life on U.S.-Mexico Border
New drama makes admirable attempt to portray life on the Texas-Mexico border, yet falls short in its delivery.
On Set: “Outside the Wire” is Netflix’s Latest Sci-Fi Underachievement
Netflix’s recently released speculative military adventure is riddled with inconsistencies, awkward moments, and confusing plot points.
