Mantz and Mitchell welcome back Harriet Baskas for a conversation about her revised version of 111 PLACES IN SEATTLE THAT YOU MUST NOT MISS.

Encore presentation originally aired January 18, 2025

DAMTT: How Our Parents Met

Ever heard of the Memorial Day Owl? There’s a reason the Easter Bunny works although it’s not because it makes sense. And can you be too old for a jellybean trail? Dear Crabby has thoughts on the trails kids leave during the summer, but that’s Flagstaff for ya! A real-life conclave is set to begin after the sad passing of Pope Francis, but it’s OITNB that got Eric in his feels. Thanks to DAMTT, Eric learned how his parents met and Stacy quizzes two of her kids on their parent’s meet cute. Follow DAMTT on Facebook and Instagram@dontaskmetotalk. Email us at [email protected] Next time: What’s Going to Be Obsolete in 20 Years?

More than twenty years ago, Scott Shoemaker's son Joshua was diagnosed with autism. Research led Scott to try chelation therapy on his son to detox heavy metals such as aluminum and mercury. Within days, Joshua's behavior improved, and within months, his recovery was complete. Many others have documented similar recoveries and chelation clinics have a wealth of data going back decades, yet many parents are unaware of this therapy or know if it is right for their child. Isn't HHS action long overdue?

Reference Links

https://informedchoicewa.substack.com/

Video of Joshua before and after: www.shoemaker.us

https://www.nih.gov/about-nih/contact-us

The Pony Express was a fast mail service operating from 1860 to 1861 that used relays of horse-mounted riders to deliver mail between St. Joseph, Missouri, and Sacramento, California in about 10 days. It was a significant means of communication before the advent of the transcontinental telegraph. Ron Bell, poet and raconteur of this short-lived but critical time when storm clouds of Civil War were gathering, is our guest.

Today, Mantz and Mitchell talk with Tom Sterner, author of It’s Just A Thought, about how to attain greater emotional freedom through deliberate thinking. Website: www.TomSterner.com (encore of 03-28-25)

It seems like they were all born with a Book Award in their hands! But no. Famous authors are not born with it. They're human just like you and me.

AND... they persevered through rejections along the way...

AND they kept writing.

In this show, we'll talk about their early days of writing in news columns and journals. What types of publishing worked best? What are the 5 top genres for book sales, as well as the Guinness world record for top book sales in a week. How much are famous authors paid? And finally, who does the public most want to know about the personal lives of famous authors? The answers may surprise you.

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Thursday, April 24 on Urban Forum Northwest: *Seattle Port Commissioner Fred Felleman is a senior member of the Seattle Port Commission. He has served on the Commission for the past six years. He has been focused on the environmental impact of the cruise ships in the port. He has been a leader in the advancement of maritime safety. *Dominique Alex, CEO of Mary's Place, an organization working to ensure that no child sleeps outside by centering equity and opportunity for women and families. Mary's Place operates 24/7 emergency shelters in King County with beds for families. Mary's Place outreach team works with unsheltered families bringing supplies and housing resources. *Lyle Quasim, Chair, Tacoma Pierce County Black Collective comments on the inner workings of the fifty year plus organization that meets every Saturday of the year. The Black Collective thrives because the passionate individuals who step forward to lead and serve. The primary committees of the Black Collective are :Economics-Education-Political. *Bob Armstead, president, Washington State Chapter-National Association of Minority Contractors (NAMC) comments on the continued assault of programs and opportunities for minority businesses. With the latest blow to the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), the agency has downsized to three employees. A front page story in this weeks Seattle Medium regarding the downsizing of MBDA features comments by Congresswoman Maxine Waters. Urban Forum Northwest streams live at www.1150kknw.com. Visit us at www.urbanforumnw.com for archived programs and relevant information.

Today, we’re joined by the remarkable Jonathan Hammond, a shamanic practitioner, energy healer, and spiritual counselor who brings ancient earth wisdom to our modern world. Jonathan teaches at renowned institutions like the Omega Institute, The Shift Network, and Penn State University, sharing expertise in Shamanism, Huna, and Reiki. Ordained as an Interfaith Minister in 2008, he’s completed four years of Inter-Spiritual training. He holds certifications in Cherokee Bodywork, Huna with Aloha International, and core curriculum with the Foundation of Shamanic Studies. He’s a certified Master Teacher in Shamanic, Usui, and Karuna Reiki, an ordained Alaka’i in the Kahili Hawaiian Shamanic tradition, and has trained in Wicca and psychedelic facilitation. Before his holistic path, Jonathan was an award-winning Broadway and TV actor. His book, *The Shaman’s Mind: Huna Wisdom to Change Your Life*, and audio course, *The Shaman Within*, offer practical tools for spiritual growth. Based in Maui, Jonathan facilitates retreats worldwide and empowers clients across continents.

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https://mindbodyspiritmaui.com/

Voices of Experience - 04-23-25 - Look to Enron to Foretell the Future & Author Sharon Flake by Alternative Talk- 1150AM KKNW

Episode 072: "What Happens When the Wheels Fall Off?"

Life doesn’t always read the script.

In this week’s episode of Staying Power, JDK and Ashley dive into that moment we all dread — when the wheels fall off the plan we worked so hard to build. What do we do when things go sideways? How do we keep our heads, our humor, and our hearts in the game?

With a mix of personal stories, research-backed strategies, and a whole lot of laughter, this conversation explores the real work of staying grounded through change. From ventral vagal breathing to flipping the script on emotional narratives, you’ll walk away with tools you can use today — and maybe even feel a little better about the mess.

This isn’t about getting it perfect. It’s about getting through it stronger.