Podcast
Celebrating Bike Month
Hosted by KZFR 90.1FM & Chico Velo · EN
Join Chico Velo co-manager Whitney Garcia as we celebrate National Bike Month by highlighting Chico's unique bicycling community through weekly interviews with local bicycle shop owners, Chico Velo administration, Butte County Department of Public Health and more to discuss bike safety, infrastructure, the Wildflower Century ride, and plans for future Chico Velo projects.
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S2 E5 - Trailworks
Jun 2, 202500:35:53Tap to summarizeIn this episode, host Whitney Garcia is joined by Chico Velo Board Members Steven Clipperton and Thad Walker to talk about Trailworks, the organization’s hands-on trail stewardship program. They dive into the history of Trailworks, its mission to build and maintain sustainable trails, and how the program fosters a culture of outdoor responsibility in Butte County. Learn how volunteer-powered efforts are enhancing recreational access for bikers, hikers, and trail lovers alike—and how you can get involved. This program is made possible by the generous supporters of KZFR 90.1FM and by the Corporation For Public Broadcasting. Support KZFR today by making a donation on our website KZFR.org/donate
Transcribe →S2 E4 - Planning for Safer Streets
May 21, 202500:30:01Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Celebrating Bike Month, host Whitney Garcia (Chico Velo Co-Manager) sits down with Jeff Schwein, President of Green DOT Transportation and Chico Velo Board Member, along with Ivan Garcia from the Butte County Association of Governments (BCAG). Together, they explore the role of regional planning in creating safer, more accessible streets for cyclists.
Transcribe →S2 S3 - Eunice Lopez from the City of Chico
May 14, 202500:30:01Tap to summarizeIn this episode, host Whitney Garcia speaks with Eunice Lopez, Associate Planner for the City of Chico, about how local infrastructure is evolving to support safer and more accessible cycling. Eunice shares insights into the Complete Streets Project, the city’s strategies for community outreach and grant funding, and key developments in Chico’s Bicycle General Plan. They also discuss the highly anticipated E. 20th Street Bike Bridge—part of the State Route 99 Corridor Bikeway Facility—and what it means for the future of active transportation in our region.
Transcribe →S2 E2 - Chico Cycling History
May 7, 202500:29:59Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Celebrating Bike Month, host Whitney Garcia sits down with Mike and Janine from the Chico Cycling Team to explore how cycling is transforming lives in the North State.
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S2 E1 - Butte County Public Health
Apr 23, 202500:30:01Tap to summarizeThis week’s episode of Celebrating Bike Month features a return visit from Hailey Schaefer of Butte County Public Health. A guest on Season 1, Hailey joins us again to discuss key topics in local cycling, including bike safety initiatives, the Wildflower Century Ride, and how meaningful partnerships between non-profits, recreational businesses, and government agencies are shaping the future of cycling in Butte County. Don’t miss this conversation on how collaboration fuels safer, more inclusive biking for everyone in our community. This program is made possible by the generous donations of KZFR supporters and by grants provided by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.
Transcribe →Episode 05 - Celebrating The Season
May 22, 202400:30:00Tap to summarizeThe mission of North State Composite is to get more kids out on bikes. They inspire and empower the youth of Chico to embrace cycling as a way to build physical and mental strength. We connect with nature and become stewards of our Park.Whitney Garcia chats with the NSC Team Leader and Team Athlete and discusses young athletes riding together and building community, reducing the barriers for young riders to join, expressing ways the welcoming environment reduces barriers.This program is made possible by funds provided by the Corporation For Public Broadcasting and support from KZFR listeners. Support KZFR today by making a tax deductible donation at KZFR.org/donate
Transcribe →Episode 04 - Bike Infrastructure
May 15, 202400:30:00Tap to summarizeBrendan Ottoboni, Director of Public Works for the City of Chico, chats with Chico Velo Co-Manager Whitney Garcia about the Complete Streets Project, Chico Velo's Adpot-A-Path program, and order-of-operations, funding, and importance of cycling infrastructure for alternative transportation the value for Chico. Support KZFR today by making a tax deductible donation at KZFR.org/donate
Transcribe →Episode 03 - Bike Safety
May 9, 202400:30:00Tap to summarizeWhitney Garcia, Chico Velo Co-Manager, sits down with Butte County Health Department to discuss bike safety, transportation, safe routes to school, and benefits of young people riding.Support KZFR today by visiting KZFR.org/donate
Transcribe →Episode 02 - Bikes For All
May 2, 202400:30:00Tap to summarizeJoin host Whitney Garcia and local bike shop owners as they Encourage the relationship between the average community cyclist and their local bike shop/bike club/bike team, educating listeners on the resources for new cyclists/commuters.Support KZFR today: KZFR.org/donate
Transcribe →Episode 01 - Chico Velo, Wildflower, & Wildfest
Apr 25, 202400:30:00Tap to summarizeJoin host Whitney Garcia with guest Mandi McKay for the inaugural episode of Celebrating Bike Month!With a long history of local bike love, every month is bike month but we take this moment to focus our attention on important bike issues through this series of interviews. This first interview will introduce Chico Velo - our mission, vision, values, and actions.Support KZFR 90.1FM today - visit KZFR.org/donate
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