Alicia J. Rose is joined by Gilly Ann Hanner and Dr O Sullivan on this week's edition of Menopunks - the podcast! Live from the XRAY FM Studio in NE Portland, Oregon.

Menopunks is a documentary film, an on-going podcast, and a MOVEMENT. Find out more about all of these at: menopunks.com
Playlist

Come On by Calamity Jane on Kill Rock Stars (Kill Rock Stars)

Fall In Line by Party Witch on Party Witch (Party Witch)

Rachel Good (aka DJ Stonebunny) is an active all-vinyl DJ in Portland who often takes deep dives into folk & cosmic country from the '60s-70s. Sunday's show will highlight underrecognized female artists from that genre - opening the airwaves to voices and talent beyond the usual suspects.

Playlist

Foolish Seasons by Dana Gillespie on Decca (Decca)

The Lady With The Braid by Dory Previn on Mediarts (Mediarts)

Gentle One by Ethel-Ann Powell on Numero Group (Numero Group)

Rainy Nights Are All The Same by Barbara Keith on Reprise Records (Reprise Records)

The Best I Can by Dianne Davidson on Janus Records (Janus Records)

Feather In The Wind by Woody Simmons on Redwood Records (Redwood Records)

Talkin' To Your Toothbrush by Cass Elliott on Dunhill (Dunhill)

Your Place Or Mine by Elyse Weinberg on Numerophon (Numerophon)

It's Love by Sarofeen & Smoke on GWP Records (GWP Records)

Center Of The Circle by Melanie on Neighborhood Records (Neighborhood Records)

Framed by Sally Colahan on Numero Group (Numero Group)

I'm The Sky by Norma Tanega on New Voice Records (New Voice Records)

Family Full Of Soul by Rita Coolidge on A&M Records (A&M Records)

Back In The Spirit by Essra Mohawk on Asylum Records (Asylum Records)

The Lady Barber by Lynn Castle on Light In The Attic (Light In The Attic)

Take A Message To The Captain by Fanny on Reprise Records (Reprise Records)

Asking for financial guidance can be awkward, uncertain, and sometimes overwhelming. How do you know when to seek a Financial Advisor? And how do you pick the right one?? Jen Hilts sits down with DJ Substitute to talk about exactly that. Let's break down barriers by talking about what to look for and when to ask for help.

Jen Hilts has been in the industry as a leading financial advisor for 18 years (and counting!). She is the proud co-author of the book 'How She Learned: Women and Girls Empower Others With True Stories About Finances'. You can find out more about her and her work (read as: full-time Swiftie) at https://www.lotusfinancialpartners.com/
Disclaimer: Securities offered through Registered Representatives of Cambridge Investment Research, Inc., a broker-dealer, member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory services offered through Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc., a Registered Investment Adviser. LOTUS Financial Partners and Cambridge are not affiliated.

Ash interviews Janna Kimel, the Founder and Executive Director of Chronic Pain Project, a series of art shows (and more) that give people with pain and chronic illness a platform to showcase their art. She sat down to chat about the non-profit, how it started and where it’s going.

About Chronic Pain Project: https://www.chronicpainproject.org/

The Chronic Pain Project empowers people living with chronic pain to express themselves, connect to others, and educate the larger community through art.

We are an all-volunteer group of individuals who believe that creating community and providing education to friends, caregivers, family, allies, and health professionals can create a better experience of living with chronic pain.

The Chronic Pain Project creates visibility for artists living with chronic pain through curated  exhibitions, workshops, and community programming. We work with approximately 60 artists internationally, empowering them to tell their own stories while educating communities through authentic lived experiences.

Exploring what it means to do brave/new/hard things—to trust our bodies, our instincts, and to take up space. I’m Melissa I own a chiropractic and massage therapy clinic here in Portland with my husband, celebrating 20 years in business. Two years ago I picked up a bass guitar and joined a rock band with four other women—most of us brand new musicians. That act of “what the heck am I even doing?” boldness, of showing up as a beginner and performing in front of people, changed how I show up in my business and my life.

Today you'll hear from women across Portland—entrepreneurs, artists, mothers, and daughters—about the brave things they've done and what shifted when they did. You'll also hear original music from my band, GenXtasy.

Melissa co-owns Concordia Chiropractic here in NE Portland, Oregon with her husband, Dr. Jason Lindekugel.
Playlist

TRUE by GenXtasy on GenXtasy (GenXtasy)

Open Letter by GenXtasy on GenXtasy (GenXtasy)

PDX Kung Pao Hour show is a 30min sound piece. the narratives in hearing & being heard, cross lineage, generation, and genre with the algorithm of connections and recommendations sprouting in the Oregon community.

This episode was recorded at Shandong Chinese restaurant in NE Portland, Oregon to provide an ambient background of the real environment - including the phone ringing in the background to receive orders.

Playlist

Little Feast, Story of Deal Sim & Nu Bo (小宴, 呂布貂蟬故事) by Shirley Yee (途秀蘭) from Yat Sing Music Club on Unknown (Unknown)

¿A quién le importa? by Alaska y Dinarama on Unknown (Unknown)

Nhìn Những Mùa Thu Đi by Bùi Lan Hương on Unknown (Unknown)

I'll Follow You by Dead Moon on Dead Moon (Dead Moon)

식물원 Botanical Garden by 무키무키만만수 Mukimukimanmansu on Unknown (Unknown)

Strand of Life ("Viroid") by Laurie Spiegel on Unseen Worlds (Unseen Worlds)

Neiki Hula by Leinaala Haili on Unknown (Unknown)

天空沒有極限 (the sky) by G.E.M.鄧紫棋 on Unknown (Unknown)

For All You Know by The Ready on Unknown (Unknown)

[A recording while dining in at Ho Ho Chinese Restaurant] by host crow on [ambient noise] ([ambient noise])

Mic Check: Women Who Build the Narrative is a curated Wake Up Squad Uncut program that blends conversation and scripted audio storytelling to examine legacy, authorship, and narrative ownership in media. The series honors the women who build platforms, shape culture, and turn voice into lasting influence.

The Wake Up Squad is a popular, all-female morning radio show on KCEP Power 88.1 FM in Las Vegas, airing Monday through Friday from 6:00 to 9:00 a.m.. Known for authentic conversations, high energy, and community engagement, the team includes Amber Blow ("Ambeezy"), Comedienne AK, and Notaboi DJ, focusing on local, urban, and community-driven content.
In addition to their stage work and DJ roles, the Wake Up Squad writes, produces, and voice acts 'As The Mic Turns' - an audio drama short series they share throughout this episode.

Notaboi DJ also operates Super Natural Nia Teas - the place that has the best natural products beginning with "Teas" for every taste and occasion. More information at: https://supernaturalnia.com/
Playlist

Ginger (Instrumental) by WizKid ft. Burna Boy on Starboy Entertainment / RCA Records (Starboy Entertainment / RCA Records)

Georgia by Emily King on ATO Records (ATO Records)

Capicorn by NotaboiDJ on Notaboi Global Productions (Notaboi Global Productions)

Essence (Instrumental) by WizKid ft. Tems on Starboy Entertainment / RCA Records (Starboy Entertainment / RCA Records)

Rush (Instrumental) by Ayra Starr on Marvin Records (Marvin Records)

Soul Survivor (Instrumental) by Jeezy ft. Akon on Def Jam Recordings (Def Jam Recordings)

90 Proof (Instrumental) by Smino ft. J.Cole on Motown Records (Motown Records)

All Night by Chance The Rapper ft. Knox Fortune on Chance The Rapper (Chance The Rapper)

Leo by NotaboiDJ on Notaboi Global Productions (Notaboi Global Productions)

Sweetener (Instrumental) by Ariana Grande on Republic Records (Republic Records)

Trap Star (Instrumental) by Jeezy on Def Jam Recordings (Def Jam Recordings)

Girls Girls Girls (Instrumental) by Jay Z on Roc-A-Fella Records (Roc-A-Fella Records)

Go Crazy by Jeezy ft. Jay Z on Def Jam Recordings (Def Jam Recordings)

Coming of Age (Instrumental) by Jay Z on Roc-A-Fella Records (Roc-A-Fella Records)

Squabble Up (Instrumental) by Kendrick Lamar on PGLang / Interscope Records (PGLang / Interscope Records)

Yoga (Instrumental) by Janelle Monáe & Jidenna on Wondaland / Epic (Wondaland / Epic)

Bloody Samaritan (Instrumental) by Ayra Starr on Mavin Records (Mavin Records)

Turn Me Up by Tems on RCA Records (RCA Records)

“Stories Behind the Cue" brings together some of Canada’s most exciting screen composers, showcasing excellence in music for film, television and interactive media. Listen as each composer describes their process of crafting music, being creative storytellers, sharing production insights, and a look into the collaborative process.

Guests:

Amanda Cawley https://amandacawley.com
Lora Bidner https://www.lorabidner.com
Ally Fiola https://allyfiola.com
Steph Copeland www.stephcopeland.com
Lesley Barber https://lesleybarber.com
Alexandra Petkovski https://www.alexandrapetkovski.com
Diane Vallesteros https://www.dianevallesteros.com
Janal Bechthold (Host) www.marcandomusic.com

Special "thank you" to Screen Composers Guild of Canada: https://screencomposers.ca

Playlist

Nationals by Janal Bechthold on Marcando Music (Marcando Music)

Accepted by Amanda Cawley on Unknown (Unknown)

This is Charlie's World 1 by Amanda Cawley on Unknown (Unknown)

Accepted by Amanda Cawley on Unknown (Unknown)

Put An End To Him by Lora Bidner on Unknown (Unknown)

Hogtown Season 2 (Main Theme) by Lora Bidner on Unknown (Unknown)

Fort Building by Janal Bechthold on Marcando Music (Marcando Music)

Department Store by Janal Bechthold on Marcando Music (Marcando Music)

Flashback Panic by Ally Fiola on Ally Fiola (Ally Fiola)

Floating by Ally Fiola on Ally Fiola (Ally Fiola)

The Varchal Family by Steph Copeland on Steph Copeland (Steph Copeland)

Atonement by Steph Copeland on Steph Copeland (Steph Copeland)

Interrogation by Steph Copeland on Steph Copeland (Steph Copeland)

Clean Slate by Steph Copeland on Steph Copeland (Steph Copeland)

Arrival by Janal Bechthold on Marcando Music (Marcando Music)

Uplift 1 by Janal Bechthold on Marcando Music (Marcando Music)

Manchester Minimalist Piano and String by Lesley Barber on Milan Records (Milan Records)

Kalinga by Alexandra Petkovski on Alexandra Petkovski (Alexandra Petkovski)

Regular One by Fjøra on Fjøra (Fjøra)

Ahon by Diane Vallesteros on Diane Vallesteros (Diane Vallesteros)

Closing Credits by Janal Bechthold on Marcando Music (Marcando Music)

Carousel by Lesley Barber on Lesley Barber Music (Lesley Barber Music)

Katrina Nguyen speaks to Katherine Cleland about the "Driving The Vote For Equality" Tour which aims to educate citizens on the 100+ year fight for the adoption of the Equal Rights Amendment as the 28th Amendment. The tour kicked off on March 1st 2026. Learn more at https://drivingthevote.org