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We kick off the start of Janesville Community Radio with The Open Mick Podcast featuring Chad Sheridan and Andy Anderson!!

 

They will give a little background on their show's history, play some clips from the past, talk some news, take some calls and see what comes out.

Tune in, call in, and listen.

Janesville Community Radio:

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The Open Mick Podcast:

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Tune in for interviews with Janesville School Board Commissioners Karl Dommershausen and Cathy Myers who separately share their views of school vouchers and their impact on Janesville School District.  

Next, conversation with State Assembly Representative Janis Ringhand about Scott Walker's budget and why the Democrats in the Assembly chose to not offer any of more than 200 amendements that were originally drafted.

Finally, for dessert, conversation with Lori Anna Hollingsworth, owner and operator of Lorianna's Sweetlife Bakery in Janesville, Wisconsin.

These and your phone calls on the next Discover Janesville!

On this episode of America in Russian, we will wrap up the discussion of letters written by Sergey Dovlatov, a Russian-American writer, to his friends and family in the Soviet Union, in 1980s. Following that, Dmitry will share his thoughts on the difficulties of communicating cross-cultural differences between Russia and America, and the particular importance of Dovlatov's writing in that context. In Russian.

Yuri Rashkin, host of Discover Janesville, was born in Soviet Union, and came to the United States in 1988 at the age of 13 with his brother and parents.  

On this episode of Discover Janesville, Yuri shares his perspective on the Boston Marathon bombers through the lense of the Russian reaction to these tragic events.    

Also on the program, interview with young Russian hockey player, Ruslan Pedan, who has most recently played for Janesville Jets.  

Allegrea Rosenberg is a 4th generation Janesville artist.  Recently recognized for her 1500 foot mural, Allegrea shares her thoughts on creativity and artist development.

Marla Verdone owns a business that caters to those with Dyslexia.  Hear what Marla does to help in our exclusive interview.

Cathy Myers is a regular contributor to Discover Janesville, and she is also Commissioner-elect on Janesville School Board.  Cathy shares her thoughts on the state budget, and more.

Dan Hartung is a regular contributor to Discover Janesville, and a city wonk.  Since there was much that needed to be covered, we limited each subject - from economic development changes in Janesville to sidewalks - to 2 minutes.

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We begin this podcast of America in Russian #10, with an interview with a young Russian hockey player who's been playing in the United States for 3 years already, though he is only 18 years old - Ruslan Pedan.   Ruslan shares what its like to be a young hockey player in the US, and what it's like to live in Wisconsin.  

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Next, we will read and discuss letters by famous Russian writer who emigrated to the United States in 1970s, the late Sergei Dovlatov.  In his letters to his former wife and other close relatives back in the USSR, Dovlatov shares his observations on life in America, the meaning and boundaries of freedom and much more.  Though written more than a quarter century ago, these letters give a lot of insight into how Russians perceive America, and what it is that makes America the country that it is. Combined with the great talent of Sergei Dovlatov, these letters are a perfect jumping off point for a discussion about America.  In Russian.  

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Listen to all the past podcasts by going to www.AmericaInRussian.blogspot.com

It is night before spring elections in Wisconsin, so let's talk elections!  Here in Janesville, Yuri Rashkin - host of Discover Janesville - is running as write-in candidate for City Council, and Cathy Myers - Discover Janesville regular - is running for Janesville School Board.  This program will feature interview with Cathy.  We will also take your phone calls.

Welcome to America in Russian #9.  On this program, interview with Christine Rebout about her experience of adopting a little girl from Donetsk, Ukraine.  Christine speaks about the process and the wait, meeting Natalya, and what is Natalya's life is like now, in Janesville, Wisconsin.  

Next, Yuri and Dmitry the week's national news, and talk about local politics of Janesville, Wisconsin.  In Russian.

Burdette Erickson is a neighborhood activist.  I sat down with Burdette, and then with Janesville Chief of Police David Moore, to talk about the lessons there are to learn from the positive developments taking place in the Fourth Ward.

Representative Janis Ringhand (D), an experienced legislator, is lining up supporters left and right, looking to help new pastry businesses get started in Wisconsin with her Cookie Bill.  

 Mr. Duckwitz shares his thoughts on the difference between the reader’s and actor’s version of the the Glass Menagerie, the extensive stage directions, what was really wrong with Laura – character based on Tennessee Williams’ own sister – and much more. Tune in!

Our first guest is Wisconsin State Senator Tim Cullen.  Tune in to hear one of the most experienced state legislators share his perspective on the final mining bill that passed the State Senate and Assembly and was signed by Governor Scott Walker, the state of education in Wisconsin and why there could be a Rashkin-Cullen elementary school.  Also, the dynamics of how legislation gets passed, the future of i-39/90 corridor, and even some reason for hope in Wisconsin.

Next, on our Candidate Spotlight, Fred Jackson is an analyst and he is running for Janesville School Board. Fred talks about his love for helping youths, his daytime occupation, and why communication is important, particularly when developing employee handbook.

Finally, every year, Janesville League of Women Voters, together with JATV and Forward Janesville, hold candidate forums for the candidates for City Council. The candidates are: Brian Fitzgerald, Sam Liebert (I), DuWayne Severson (I), Jerry Smythe, Julie B

Executive Director of Life After Hate, Arno Michaelis, a former skinhead himself, and former lead singer of the white power band “Centurion”, together with Pardeep Kaleka, whose father was murdered on August 5, 2012 by a mass shooter at a Sikh Temple in Oak Creek Wisconsin gave a talk about racism and shared their personal experiences at UW Rock County.  Brought to Janesville by Diversity Action Team, the two men spoke and took questions from the audience during an intense hour and a half long presentation.  Listen to the entire presentation and share it with your friends.  Be in the know.  Discover Janesville.  www.DiscoverJanesville.com