Erica Watkins and Greg Watkins

Recorded August 14, 2022 Archived August 14, 2022 39:58 minutes
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Description

Erica Watkins (25) and her father, Greg Watkins (59), discuss life in Idaho and what community means to them.

Subject Log / Time Code

G remembers his childhood in rural Idaho as the son of a doctor.
G explains how they ended up going to Stanford, and how he felt going away from home. He reflects on how his experience differs from 18-year-olds starting college today and shares memories of his freshman year.
G and E reflect on how the ways they describe Boise and Idaho at large to others have evolved over the years. E discusses some of the misconceptions people have about Idaho.
E shares how she came to live in Idaho after growing up in California and traveling for a number of years. She describes her relationship with Idaho and family growing up, and the community space her aunt and uncle created in Boise.
E shares her appreciation for the sense of community she has found in Idaho, and reflects on how her travels helped her better understand the importance of community.
G and E reflect on how Idaho has changed over the years, as a place where the local meets the global, and what it's like to be part of such a large wave of transplants as someone originally from Idaho.
E and G discuss what they hope for their future in Idaho as a family.
E and G share their life philosophies and reflect on the meaning of happiness for them.

Participants

  • Erica Watkins
  • Greg Watkins

Recording Locations

Boise State Public Radio