That's Life

Lois Richter’s format for That’s Life is mostly interviews. Recurring topics include Davis activities and groups; work and life choices; philosophy and theory; plus birding, cooking, art, and other passions. Lois occasionally breaks into music — from ballads to the slack key sounds of Hawaii to golden oldies rock 'n' roll — but mostly there is just talk.

To suggest a topic for discussion or a person to interview, text Lois or leave a message in the comments here.

Lois seldom (but occasionally) updates her other website. Check it out at https://BirdingWithLois.global

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Music programs are only online for two weeks after they are broadcast.

That's the Margie Adam Series Thu, 11/12/2020 - 2:10pm \| Lois Richter KDRT_Margie_REPLAY.jpg Replayed on 11-12, 11-19, and 11-26-2020. Do you know the music of Margie Adam? She is one of my favorite musicians! Singer -- songwriter -- pianist -- activist -- feminist ... the list keeps growing. Did you know that she lived in Davis in the 1970s? I had the pleasure of meeting her then, carrying her very first album in my store (Davis Wo/men's Book), and watching her career take off. She moved from Davis to the Bay Area long ago and toured for many years before changing gears in 2015 to do integrative counseling. This three-part series features songs from many of her albums -- interspersed with remembrances. Links below to all 3 episodes... Part 1 = https://kdrt.org/audio/thats-margie-adam-part1 Part 2 = https://kdrt.org/audio/thats-margie-adam-music-and-essays Read more about That's the Margie Adam Series
That's Wildlife in Davis Thu, 11/05/2020 - 1:00pm \| Lois Richter JohnMcNerney-01(sm).jpg Wildlife specialist John McNerney has been on my show several times. This is the 2015 recording of his very first appearance here. On this beginner's show, we talk about managing wildlife habitat in Davis, how planning for wildlife happens, where wildlife typically occur, and what types of animals (both wild and domestic) have an impact on Davis. Tune in to learn about "neighbors" you likely never knew you had! Read more about That's Wildlife in Davis Add new comment
That's HAWAIIAN with Beth Post Tue, 11/03/2020 - 8:45pm \| Lois Richter KDRT_BethPost-at-KDRT.png Oops... Today's archived recording ended up being of Beth Post's "Na Mele O Hawaii" instead of the expected "That's Life". Since what actually broadcast that day was a replay anyway -- and I also love Hawaiian music -- I decided to leave this bonus show here! ENJOY! PS: If you really want to hear a replay, you can go to the archives below. (Episodes before about 2016 do not have descriptions; so it's a grab bag surprise!) PPS: If you want to volunteer to listen to one of those earlier recordings and WRITE a description for it, I'd be happy to have the help. Read more about That's HAWAIIAN with Beth Post Add new comment
That's the Mango Again Thu, 10/29/2020 - 1:00pm \| Lois Richter KDRT~Mango40thPoster.jpg *This is a replay of the 2019 program, so some "dates" may be misleading.* Read more about That's the Mango Again
That's Kim Stanley Robinson Again Thu, 10/22/2020 - 2:10pm \| Lois Richter Recycle Icons-KimStRob.jpeg Repeat: "Kim Stanley Robinson Interview" -- originally aired last year, 10/31/2019 Renowned science fiction author Kim Stanley Robinson is an opinionated person. And a thoughful one. And a great researcher. But mostly he is a very fine writer. Of the many many books he has written and published since the 1980s, my favorite is "The Years of Rice and Salt", set in an alternate world where the Plague killed 90% of northern Europe leaving empty land to be resettled by people from further south and east. This book is a series of about a dozen novellas tied together by a cast of characters who get reincarnated in different parts of the world and different circumstances and cultures. A most fascinating book! Read more about That's Kim Stanley Robinson Again
That's voting info again Thu, 10/15/2020 - 2:10pm \| Lois Richter RepeatArrowCircle-tiny.jpeg A repeat of last week's interview with Jesse Salinas -- Yolo County's election official. So folks listening to the actual broadcast will get voting details. (Listen to the show at https://kdrt.org/audio/thats-voting-2020 ) Enough talking -- GO VOTE!!! Read more about That's voting info again
That's Voting in 2020 Thu, 10/08/2020 - 1:00pm \| Lois Richter Election2020-VoterAlert.png An historic election. That's what we have this November. A presidential election in the middle of a pandemic with face-coverings and physical distancing requires a different process be uses to cast our ballots. THAT we can vote is never in doubt, HOW we will vote has changed. To explain the process (and answer concerns people might have) is Yolo County's Jesse Salinas -- our local elections officer. If after listening to this show you still have questions, you can contact Mr Salinas and his staff at: yoloelections.org Read more about That's Voting in 2020 Add new comment
That's Gitane in 2020 Thu, 10/01/2020 - 1:00pm \| Lois Richter KDRT_Gitane_Rose.png Gitane is one of the KDRT hosts, a friend of mine, and a thoughtful guide for living a full life. Today's show has Gitane and Lois talking about all those things. And more. PLUS tango music. Enjoy! Read more about That's Gitane in 2020 Add new comment
That's Our City Again Thu, 09/24/2020 - 2:10pm \| Lois Richter RepeatArrowCircle-tiny.jpeg Bob Bowen relates how things stand with the City of Davis amid the pandemic. This is a re-play of our interview in June 2020. Listen to the original broadcast at: https://kdrt.org/audio/thats-city-business-now Read more about That's Our City Again
That's a great DFA club Thu, 09/17/2020 - 2:10pm \| Lois Richter RepeatArrowCircle-tiny.jpeg Davis Flower Arrangers grace the airwaves once again! This week is a re-play of the episode "That's a lovely Flower Arrangement" which aired the previous week. See details and listen tho program at: https://kdrt.org/audio/thats-lovely-flower-arrangement Read more about That's a great DFA club