I started a new radio show on KAFM 88.1!  It's called "KAFM Money Tips" and will air the third Thursday of the month at 12:15 pm.  Tune in at 88.1 fm if you're in the Grand Valley or www.kafmradio.org/radio-player if you're anywhere else.  Here is a recording of my pilot show, which aired last week.  Kim Last was my guest.


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