LaNicia Duke interviews a local social worker, discussing how we can have trauma-informed conversations about race and social justice, and how we can begin to heal from our collective, social, and generational traumas.
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A biography of Letitia Carson – an early settler who challenged Oregon’s Black exclusion laws to successfully claim a homestead of her own.
On the next Story Told, Michael busses tables at the luxurious Top of The Astor for Bob Dole and Bill Clinton, as they conduct a secret negotiation to merge the Republican and Democratic parties in “The Transmutation of Billy-Bob.”
Friday, Oct 2nd at 3 pm, ARTS – Live & Local! host Carol Newman speaks with: Erin Carlsen, program director of Beacon Clubhouse, a project of NAMI; and artist Clarence Larkins Jr Award winning artist Chris Sheridan with paintings inspired by recent residency in Finland at the Royal Nebeker Art Gallery; and Clatsop Community College…
LOCAL NEWS: Rapid COVID testing has its limits One issue throughout the COVID-19 pandemic has been sufficient testing capacity. Even now, seven months in, Clatsop County press releases about new cases contain a caveat that says “in most cases testing is being limited to those with COVID-19 symptoms or individuals who are contacts of positive…
LOCAL NEWS: OHA virtual forum addresses Pacific Seafood Warrenton outbreak by Joanne Rideout At a virtual town hall meeting on Friday, representatives from the Oregon Health Authority, Clatsop County, Pacific Seafood and other agencies answered the public’s questions about the recent COVID-19 outbreak at the Pacific Seafood plant in Warrenton. Joanne Rideout has more. Read…
A biography of George Fletcher – a legendary cowboy and rodeo performer in the early 20th century.
On the next Story Told, Michael conjectures why Americans feel the vote has lost its non-symbolic power, and has become watered down in “For Life and Liberty.” Also, in a self explanatory piece, “How Libraries Can Save the 2020 Election,” By Eric Klinenberg. Lastly, on the supposed balance of powers, “Keep Your Head.”
An opportunity to speak for or against proposed ballot measure 4-205. Special guests include James Hoffman and Rob Taylor speaking in support of the measure, and Laura Allen and Sheriff Matt Phillips speaking against the measure. We finish the hour hearing from community members.
Friday, Sept 25th at 3 pm, ARTS – Live & Local! host Carol Newman speaks with: Founder Julia Gingerich with the Sparrow Dance Company Street Show featuring Musical Theater. North Coast Chorale Conductor & Director Denise Reed with a concert in the parking lot of the Astor Street Opry Co Playhouse.
A biography of James DePriest – a conductor who served as the music director of the Oregon Symphony for. 23 years
On the next Story Told, Michael transforms into Corona-Smith, and goes to Washington D.C., Also, by Linda Hirshman, “Ruth Bader Ginsburg had a vision for America. Her colleagues thwarted it.” Finally, “Flames That Won’t Die Out So Easily.” by Nicolas Christof.
Celebrating the life and work of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
A biography of Beatrice Morrow Cannady – one of Oregon’s earliest and most successful civil rights champions.
Host Carol Newman speaks with: Naturalist, poet, author Dr. Robert Michael Pyle on The Dark Divide showing at the Columbian in Astoria Apricot Irving & Deborah Reed, Authors in Conversation, zoom in the Manzanita Writers’ Series
On the next Story Told, Michael casts away the smoke and mirrors of climate change denial, and draws attention to the very man made wildfires ravaging the West Coast. Plus, the late Dr. Charles Wilder in “My Heroes Have Never Been Cowboys.”
In Season explores the gardens and farms of the Lower Columbia Pacific region. Farmer Teresa Retzlaff and gardener Jessica Schleiff speak with gardeners, farmers, ecologists, biologists — anyone whose interests, work, and experiences are part of our region’s growing farm and garden community.
Today’s program focuses on Consejo Hispano, formerly the Lower Columbia Hispanic Council. In a wide ranging conversation – edited here for time – we talked about the one stop, range of help provided through Consejo Hispano, which has expanded services in Clatsop, Tillamook, Columbia and Pacific counties. But our conversation also led us to immigration, to hate and…
On this episode of the Conversation, Graham and listeners chat about upcoming elections including local ballot measures including decriminalization of drug possession, gun law enforcement by county employees, and a wider discussion of gun laws in general. Also discussed, the potential for voter disenfranchisement due to a change in a person’s signature.
Carol Newman speaks with award winning graphic designer Garland Kirkpatrick showing at AVA Gallery. Oil painter Laura Hamje with ‘In The Clouds’ at Imogen Gallery. Artist Hope Montgomery leads a Printmaking workshop at Bay City Arts Center.
On the next Story Told, America’s notion of immunity on the world stage popped with the September 11th terrorist attacks. Michael took in the views from many Astorians when it happened, and they are recounted in “9/11 + 19.” Additionally, poetry by a 15 year old Jessie Duncan, and 12 year old Margaret Bowler.
Host Donna Quinn interviews the Astoria Downtown Historic District Association Executive Director Sarah Lu Heath about upcoming changes to the ADHDA.
Hosts Linda Perkins and Merianne Myers talk about what they’re cooking, baking, eating, and sharing in this twice-monthly locally produced program about all things delicious.
Jane Brumfield with “Dawning Splendor” in her new Astoria Gallery; Photographer Richard Newman at Trail’s End Gallery in Gearhart; Jill McVarish and Chris Minnick from the Secret Gallery in Astoria with “Sins of the Father”.
Host LaNicia Duke leads the conversation on how to improve the way we view others through compassionate listening and effective dialogue.
On this A Story Told, Michael highlights two late Oregonian men. One, a fabled woodsman. The other, a mariner who died at sea.
State of the Station. Host Donna Quinn interviews Program Director Emily Geddes and Station Manager Graham Nystrom, discussing the ongoing state of KMUN, KCPB, and the Tillicum House.
Host Carol Newman speaks with Nancy Anderson, director of the Knappton Cove Heritage Center, on Women’s History & more at Knappton Cove on Hwy 401, WA. Christine Harrison, Board member & founder of Art Accelerated in Tillamook. Cannon Beach Gallery director Scott Johnson with new works in a group show at the gallery.
Host Jessica Schleif interviews poet, teacher, and gardener emerita Karin Temple about her experiences in the world of farms and gardens: from a childhood in wartime Germany to a life on the Oregon coast.
Remembering community member Dave Kruger and a general check-in on all things KMUN & current events.