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On the next Story Told, in lieu of the two approaching Victory Over Japan days, Michael reads a piece titled “At War in Astoria,” dedicated to Joyce Vandervort; and from out of left field comes “Devil’s Brood,” in defiance of uppity right handed elitists.
On today’s program, themed “Transforming Uncertainty into Safety and Security”, host Donna Quinn interviews Astoria based IFS Counselor and Trainer Katelyn Staecker.
Astor Street Opry Company will be doing a tribute to Shanghaied in Astoria… outdoors this Friday in the parking lot of its playhouse. The idea is to provide some theatrical fun, safe from COVID-19. You’ll find details on the Facebook page for Astor Street Opry Company. This would have been Shanghaied’s 36th year. In…
Host Carol Newman speaks with Abstract artist Kirista Trask and clay artist Audrey Lord open their new Cambium Gallery in Astoria. Painter and co-owner Jo Pomeroy-Crocket with Astoria Art Loft’s children’s art camps. Portland artist Tom Cramer shows color saturated paintings and wood relief furniture in his third show at Imogen Gallery in Astoria.
LaNicia Duke makes her debut as a rotating host of our live call-in show. In the future when LaNicia hosts, the show will be called Rural Race Talks.
In honour and horror of Hiroshima Day, August 6th, Michael reads “Paper Cranes,” by a former Astorian, and “I Would be a Witness to Hiroshima,” by Sadako Kurihara. In addition, David Horrowitz discusses modern issues surrounding Portland in “City of Roses Coloured Glasses.”
In Season explores the gardens and farms of the Lower Columbia Pacific region. Teresa Retzlaff speaks with gardeners, farmers, ecologists, biologists–anyone whose interests, work, and experiences are part of our region’s growing farm and garden community.
A half-hour twice-monthly public affairs program about food, farmers and nutrition in Greater Lower Columbia Pacific region. Hosted by Linda Perkins and Merianne Myers.
A pre-recorded Conversation with host Graham Nystrom and the Executive Director of Oregon Black Pioneers, Zachary Stocks. They discuss the organization as well as some of Oregon’s black history dating back to the 1500’s.
In celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act on July 26th, host Michael McCusker reads a piece from one of his best friends, the eloquent, spastic, and late Arthur Honeyman titled “If Cripples Don’t Shape Up.”
Host Donna Quinn interviews Long Beach Peninsula author, Jan Bono. Jan will be unveiling “Oyster Spat,” her 5th Sylvia Avery Cozy Mystery at a book signing on Friday, July 31st from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Peninsula Senior Activity Center, 21603 O Lane, Ocean Park, WA. All five of Jan’s books, all set…
The Human Beat, with your host Roger Rocka.
Carol Newman speaks with: Astoria Visual Arts Executive Director Annie Eskelin & metal worker/sculptor Tabor Porter talk of the 10th Annual Astoria Open Studios virtual Tour July 25 & 26. Cannon Beach Arts Association Arts Education Director Meagan Sokol & bilingual camp staffer Andrea Suarez speak on the 18th Annual Summer Art Camp…
Part 2 of reopening schools with your host Graham Nystrom.
On this A Story Told, host Michael McCusker tells of a creatively and politically unhindered news rag that dared to be born twice, with it’s 2nd death, awaiting it’s resurrection in “The Eagle Has Landed.” Plus, a poem by Arthur Honeyman, written the day after America’s moon landing titled “Moonshot.”
Host Donna Quinn interviews Jackie Ferrier, Refuge Manage/Project Leader for the Willapa National Wildlife Refuge Complex. Last year Jackie was named the 2019 Refuge Manager of the Year by the National Wildlife Refuge Association. This marks the first time in the award’s 25 year history that a woman has received the honor. They discuss the…
More charming Food Talk with notable local foodies Merianne Myers and Linda Perkins.
Join 46 North Farm co-owner Teresa Retzlaff and hand tool gardener Jessica Schleif for a talk about agriculture on the North Coast.
The Conversation with your host Graham Nystrom.
ARTS – Live & Local! with your host Carol Newman.
On this Story Told, Michael reads about the dawning of nuclear age, three quarters of a century ago when the first nuclear tests were performed in New Mexico. This is followed by “A Matter of Choice,” by Steven Anderson, and in conclusion, a description of what could be humanities’ 2nd death, in the aptly named “Second…
Host Donna Quinn interviews Astoria City Planner Barbara Fryer and Astoria Community Development Director Meg Leatherman.
Host Graham Nystrom continues the conversation around diversity, equity, inclusion and justice.
Washington State Senate candidates to debate in online forum The Washington State Primary election will be held August 4th. Southwest Washington candidates and voters are connecting online. More from Kathleen Morgain: (:10) Note: information on how to join this forum online or by phone is at the end of the script. Script below, Scroll down…
On this Story Told, Michael broaches the ‘Great White Hope,’ an idle within neo-nazi communities in a reading of “The Sign of Swine.” Also, something that may be going unnoticed: “We Need to Protect Our Post Offices.” by Dr. Robert Brake.
Host Donna Quinn interviews Dr. Jenny Gallagher, a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and the founder of Moss Forest Sanctuary in Clatsop County.
Hosts Teresa Retzlaf and Jessica Schleif discuss horticulture & provide tips and information about garden cultivation.
Host Michael McCusker considers the history of July 4th near it’s 244th anniversary.
Host Graham Nystrom leads a discussion on whether venting is a healthy way to process anger, and listeners chime in with their favorite methods of processing and moving through anger in a healthy and productive way.