In this episode of Quality Living With Peaceful Support, host Amanda Whittemore, an end-of-life doula and yogi, explores holistic wellness with guests Corie Cline and Oren Selah. The episode features Corie’s third session in a seven-part series on yoga and the chakras, focusing on the Anahata, or Heart Chakra. Corie guides listeners through a centering exercise to activate the Anahata chakra, promoting emotional balance, self-love, and compassion. She shares practices such as meditation, breathwork, heart-centered yoga, and grounding techniques to open and balance the heart chakra, emphasizing its connection to emotional harmony and healing. Orin, a lifelong musician and yoga-meditation practitioner, delves into the transformative power of sound meditation using instruments like singing bowls and gongs, which produce rich overtones to quiet mental chatter and induce deep meditative states. He leads a bramari pranayama (bee breath) breathing exercise, combining conscious humming with sound, to calm the mind, reduce stress, and foster mindfulness. Together, the episode highlights the therapeutic synergy between chakra work, sound healing, and breathwork as accessible tools for emotional well-being and inner peace.

Host: Amanda Whittemore; Producer: Amanda Whittemore

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This week on the Insider Report, Report Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including the Chetco Library event schedule, 86th Annual Brookings Azalea Festival, Manley Art Center Azalea Festival Art Show, Azalea Festival Dance Party in the Park, Azalea Gardens Second Annual Chalk Art Walk, Azalea Festival Rock The Park, Brookings-Harbor Garden Club Annual Plant Sale & Flower Show, Brookings Harbor 40th Annual Azalea Quilt Show, plus many local musical performances and a whole lot more! For the latest scoop, tune in to the show that keeps you in the know! For days and times, go to KCIW.org.

 Hosts: Bruce Ellis, Kat Liddell; Producer: Bruce Ellis

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Music by Kevin MacLeod. Available under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/legalcode.en. Download link: https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free

In the episode of The Daily Weekly, host Dakotah Daily interviews Hannah Green, an environmental GIS specialist, about her innovative work and career journey. They explore Hannah’s development of a water temperature prediction model to protect Atlantic salmon habitats in New Brunswick, which integrates traditional ecological knowledge with GIS data to inform conservation efforts. The conversation explores the critical issue of data sovereignty in indigenous environmental work, highlighting the need for equitable collaboration and ethical data governance. They also discuss wildfire management in the Pacific Northwest, emphasizing how collaborative efforts, cultural burning practices, and scientific insights can mitigate wildfire risks and restore ecosystem health. Hannah reflects on her decision to pursue applied GIS work, valuing its problem-solving aspects and her contributions to projects that support indigenous communities and environmental stewardship.

Host:Dakotah Daily; Producer: Dakotah Daily

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In this episode of Joyously Free!, host Joanie Lindenmeyer speaks with Laura Erceg, director of Southern Oregon Coast Pride, about fostering LGBTQ+ inclusivity, community, and self-expression in rural areas. Laura shares her journey in establishing Pride events and programs, such as Q&A youth groups and the gender affirmation closet, which supports individuals during gender transitions. The discussion emphasizes belonging and mental health support, and highlights the life-saving impact of community initiatives, volunteer involvement, and the upcoming Pride in the Park event on June 7th at Brookings’ Azalea Park, celebrating LGBTQ+ history, allyship, and unity. The show inspires listeners to support their local LGBTQ+ communities with love and positivity.

Host: Joanie Lindenmeyer; Producer: Joanie Lindenmeyer

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In this episode of Curry Café, hosts Ray Gary and Rich McNamer welcome Bev Juday, Sue Wright, and Ozy to discuss the Wild Rivers Film Festival, an independent film festival based in Brookings, Oregon. The guests discuss the festival’s origins and its mission to support independent filmmakers by showcasing new, undistributed films. They also highlight the festival’s commitment to youth education, including workshops where kids learn storytelling, production, and editing, culminating in projects like last year’s documentary on traditional canoe building. The festival is evolving into a destination event, attracting filmmakers nationwide while promoting Brookings’ unique local charm. With year-round events, a new movie club partnership with the library, and upcoming workshops, the festival continues to grow its community impact. Listeners are encouraged to get involved through donations, sponsorships, and ticket purchases, helping to sustain its programs and support local filmmaking initiatives.

Hosts: Ray Gary, Rick McNamer; Producers: Ray Gary, Rick McNamer

Intro and end music by Kat Liddell. Used with permission.

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In this episode of Quality Living With Peaceful Support, radio voice Amanda Whittemore interviews musician Mark Holyoak and his girlfriend Donna. The conversation explores Mark’s music career, including his unique one-man band style developed during the pandemic, his recent experiences recording and networking in Los Angeles with the support of Willie Chambers, and his upcoming album and music video. They discuss the critical role of community and fan support in sustaining independent artists, highlighting the generosity of local venues and communities. The couple reflects on balancing a hectic touring schedule with personal life and the rejuvenating energy of nature in Brookings, contrasting it with the challenges of LA. The episode also touches on the importance of events like the International Yoga Gathering, which foster wellness and peaceful support, and concludes with an invitation for listeners to follow Mark’s music on social media and platforms like Spotify.

Host: Amanda Whittemore; Producer: Amanda Whittemore

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In this episode of the Doc & Jacques radio variety show, hosts Dr. GiGi Reed and Jacques Kepner welcome Jennifer and Matthew Fenner, the dynamic duo behind High Note Winery. They share their journey from crafting wine in their San Diego garage in 2009 to launching their boutique winery in 2017. Looking ahead, they share plans to open a local storefront in Crescent City, where they will sell their wines, host tastings, support the arts, and actively engage in community events.

Hosts: GiGi “Doc” Reed MD, Jacques Kepner; Producers: GiGi “Doc” Reed MD, Jacques Kepner

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In this episode of Curry Café, hosts Ray Gary and Rick McNamer talk with Robert O’Sullivan, who shares the remarkable life and legacy of his late wife, Alice Wildermuth O’Sullivan. A prodigious musician from childhood, Alice’s talents spanned classical, jazz, and African American spirituals. Despite her musical success, Alice chose an unconventional path to law, becoming a top expert in workers’ compensation and earning recognition as a Northern California Super Lawyer. Beyond her careers in music and law, Alice was a dedicated advocate for social justice, an accomplished gardener, and a watercolor artist. Her life was marked by creativity, professionalism, and a commitment to community, as highlighted by memorable stories of her resilience, including a Carnegie Hall performance and her 51-year marriage to Robert.

Due to copyright restrictions, Alice’s music could not be part of this podcast, but you can hear her music here:

Alice plays Bach’s “Sheep May Safely Graze”

MLK’s favorite hymn, “Precious Lord”

Bumble Boogie Redux

Alice Wildermuth O’Sullivan YouTube Channel

Hosts: Ray Gary, Rick McNamer; Producers: Ray Gary, Rick McNamer

Intro and end music by Kat Liddell. Used with permission.

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This week on the Insider Report, Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including the Chetco Library event schedule, Elk Valley Casino presents Comedy Night with Steve Barkley, Garage Sale Saturday at the Checto Grange, Celebrate Last 20 Years at the Brookings-Harbor Garden Club Botanical Garden, “Let’s Quit Together” Tobacco Cessation Workshops, plus many local musical performances and a whole lot more! For the latest scoop, tune in to the show that keeps you in the know! For days and times, go to KCIW.org.

 Hosts: Bruce Ellis, Kat Liddell; Producer: Bruce Ellis

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In this episode of Joyously Free!, host Joanie Lindenmeyer speaks with Kathleen Dixon about spirituality, nature, and sustainable living in on the Southern Oregon Coast. Kathleen shares how her connection to nature deepens her spiritual practice and helps manage anxiety, emphasizing the calming power of natural surroundings. The conversation explores her and her husband Rich’s journey to Brookings, where they embraced gardening, mushroom picking, and promoting local, seasonal eating through their e-commerce site, Otterbee’s Market. Kathleen highlights the environmental and health benefits of eating locally, organic gardening practices, and the joy of community-driven sustainability.s.

Host: Joanie Lindenmeyer; Producer: Joanie Lindenmeyer

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