John Burdick
Program & Operations DirectorJohn started with KPCW as a volunteer DJ in 2003. At that time he was the Thursday 10am-12pm DJ on air every week until 2008. He rejoined the KPCW team in 2010 when the station started the public affairs shows. His show “Fun Friday”, which he co-hosted with Jan Williams, ran from 2010 until 2014. "Fun Friday" was recognized by the Utah Broadcasters Association for the best radio personality or team from 2011-2013. He and Jan also produced, engineered and voiced multiple pledge drive campaigns and promo spots which won 15 UBEE awards for the station from '08-'13. He joined the KPCW team full time as the Assistant Program Director and Volunteer DJ coordinator starting in 2017. Program Director Bob Hendricks retired in 2019 and John then took over as Director of Operations and Programming for the station.
Outside of the station John has followed his passion to entertain people, studying improv comedy with Second City and Comedy Sportz in his home town of Chicago, Illinois. He has been a founding member and performer with multiple improv groups: “Comedius Interruptus” at USC , “Off the Top Comedy”, “Improvabilities” and “Park City Improv: Laugh Elevated” in Park City, UT. John has performed in theaters throughout Los Angeles, Chicago, Park City and Edinburgh, Scotland. He is a regular performer with the Historic Egyptian Theater performing since 2002 in the "Park City Follies" which is a yearly original comedy that pokes fun at current events happening in and around Park City. In addition to theater John continues to work as an actor on television, radio and in films.
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On this week's The Community Campfire, Amber Johnson visits with a Wallsburg couple keeping print alive through their charming newspaper, "The Little Valley Dispatch." Andrea Buchanan chats with our multi-talented DJ Caren Bell. You know her from Wednesday afternoons, but her playlist is just the beginning. Plus, Claire Wiley’s interview with musician Dan Tyminski, Coach Skinner’s Skinny on Sports, fun facts, trivia and the Campfire Kids chime in with their trademark chaos and unexpected wisdom. -
Johnny Wasden and Skyler Kirschner of local indie-folk duo Iron Canyon Echoes talk about their unique sound shaped by mountain landscapes, friendship, and long winters in Park City. -
This week on The Community Campfire, celebrate 7/11 Day with Slurpee nostalgia and a sunny weekend forecast. Then, we dive into a story from Park City's own Brian Ward, a retired geneticist, who shares how he’s helping fight poverty in rural Kenya through the Kenya Uriti Education Fund. The fund supports local schools, scholarships and feeding programs that impact thousands. Later in the show, local indie-folk duo Iron Canyon Echoes brings their cello-fueled mountain sound to the studio with two live performances. Plus, prankster kids, the latest on local sports, and weekend music events from Park City to Salt Lake.
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This week on The Community Campfire, discover Sycamore Swing — a teen-led, all-ages dance night in Heber Valley that mixes country charm, beginner swing lessons and community connection. In our Campfire Music Sesh, rising indie rock band Krooked Kings brings their emotionally charged sound straight from Salt Lake City. Plus, Coach Skinner has the latest scoop on local sports, we’ll preview the weekend’s top community events, drop some unexpected fun facts and of course — anything goes when the Campfire Kids take the mic.
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Go behind the scenes of The Antique Power Show in Wallsburg, Utah, a once-a-year celebration of history, ingenuity and resilience, featuring thousands of vintage vehicles, live demonstrations, and hands-on heritage experiences. Then the Campfire Music Sesh features American Idol alum and former KPCW DJ Wyatt Pike who performs two original songs in studio. Plus, we have the skinny on local sports, community happenings, fun facts, and entertaining Campfire Kids.
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American Idol alum and former KPCW DJ Wyatt Pike returns to the Community Campfire to reflect on his journey from local radio to national fame. He performs two original songs — including his new single "Leatherman" — and shares how sailing, social media and mentors like Chris Taylor have shaped his music and mindset. -
This week, Andrea Buchanan takes a 100-pound Great Dane puppy from Nuzzles on a field trip and Amber Johnson shares her hilarious personal Rom-Com-gone-wrong story. Coach Skinner has the latest on local sports and our Campfire Kids say the darndest things. And stay tuned for an in-studio performance by Provo-based band Lantern By Sea.
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Meet the compassionate senior behind the Instagram account “Wasatch Kindness," which quietly encouraged and uplifted the spirits of students at Wasatch High School. Then, hit the trails with local legend Charlie Sturgis, who paved the way for many of us to enjoy Park City’s vast trail network.And musical guest Brian Neff gives a fiery in-studio performance on the Spanish guitar! Plus, Coach Skinner has the latest in local sports, the Campfire Kids share their wisdom and learn more fun facts to impress your friends.
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Guitarist Brian Neff shares how growing up around the globe led to his blend of Spanish classical guitar with progressive rock. He performs two original compositions in-studio, and talks about his creative process, influences and upcoming performances. -
This week on The Community Campfire, we honor Memorial Day with powerful local stories and live music. Andrea Buchanan introduces us to the Treblemakers, an all-women’s a cappella group bringing harmony and heart to the Park City Cemetery celebration. Amber Johnson explores the deep roots of Midway’s Memorial Hill and the community spirit that shaped it into a tribute to veterans. We get a soulful, in-studio performance and stories from singer-songwriter Rick Gerber, plus Coach Skinner's local sports, quirky fun-facts and the ever-unpredictable adventures of our Campfire Kids.
