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Will Houk

Will Houk is the host of the radio show and podcast “Roots, Rednecks, and Radicals.” The weekly radio show airs weekly on KNVC 95.1 FM Carson City, and features the best of Americana, folk, and roots music. The podcast takes a deep dive into modern roots music featuring in-depth interviews with recording artists. A lover of music and the outdoors, Will was raised in Northern Nevada. He now calls Carson City home with his wife Jes, and son William. He’s a teacher at Carson High School where he has taught Social Studies for 18 years.

Will's Latest Articles

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Standing room only at fabulous first Drag Queen Story Time

By Will Houk ● Community ● June 16, 2023

The family-friendly event kicked off with little issues and lots of rainbows and camaraderie.

Andy Hedges, Mike Beck and Ramblin’ Jack Elliott perform at the 2023 Cowboy Poetry Gathering in Elko, Nev. Credit Will Houk.

A look back at this year’s Cowboy Poetry Gathering

By Will Houk ● Culture ● May 29, 2023

Explore the 2023 Gathering in photos.

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Nevada educators call on lawmakers to increase teacher pay, reduce class sizes

By Will Houk ● Civics ● May 23, 2023

The “Time for 20” campaign by the Nevada State Education Association is hoping to pressure elected officials to support teachers.

A photograph of a sign that reads This part of the bus for Colored Race

How the “Jackie Robinson of Rodeo” broke bull riding’s color barrier and made history

By Will Houk ● Culture ● April 30, 2023

Myrtis Dightman may not be a household name, but his impact on bull riding – and civil rights – is undeniable.

Western Performer’s New Song Captures Nevada’s Landscape and Spirit

By Will Houk ● Culture ● March 11, 2023

This country gets into your blood, and the smell of the sage and and just the incredible mysteriousness of Nevada.

Dropkick Murphys Bring Woody Guthrie Lyrics New Life on their new album

By Will Houk ● Arts ● November 4, 2022

“This Machine Still Kills Fascists.” An interview with band members

John Doe Brings His Eclectic Blend of Music To The Nashville Social Club

By Will Houk ● Arts ● November 1, 2022

October 15, 2022

Will Houk’s Father’s Day Treat

By Will Houk ● Arts ● July 17, 2022

Father’s Day Festival – a bluegrass festival hosted by the California Bluegrass Association in Grass Valley California, at the Nevada County Fairgrounds.

The Mother Hips have plenty of plans for this year

By Will Houk ● Culture ● May 16, 2022

The band will be playing at the Crystal Bay Club Friday, May 27th.

WinterWondergrass Festival’s triumphant return to the Sierra Nevada after two years of pandemic delays

By Will Houk ● Arts ● April 19, 2022