Curry Coast Community Radio (3CRadio) is publicly supported nonprofit radio serving the residents of Curry County, Oregon. 3CRadio seeks to provide a forum to build a common community consciousness through the free exchange of ideas, news, and opinion. We are building bridges across the communit…
Brookings-Harbor, Oregon
This week on the Insider Report, Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what's going on in the area, including the Chetco Library event schedule, the Threepenny Theater production of the play Squall, Redfish Music Festival Student & Faculty Concert, Del Norte County Fair, Ecstatic Dance at the Chetco Grange, Puppeteers for Fears performing at the […]
In this episode of Quality Living With Peaceful Support, host Amanda Whittemore welcomes Corie Cline back to the show to continue her series on the seven chakras. This time she delves into the sixth chakra, or third eye, exploring its role in wisdom, clarity, and spiritual perception. They discuss its energy anatomy, linked to the […]
In this episode of Curry Café, hosts Ray Gary and Rick McNamer talk with Dan Springen, executive director of the Wild Rivers Film Festival. Dan shares how his connection to Brookings and independent cinema led him to organize the Wild Rivers Film Festival, scheduled for August 14-17, 2025. The festival celebrates diverse independent films and […]
In this episode of Joyously Free!, host Joanie Lindenmeyer talks with Mary Anne Trailor about cultivating joy and maintaining a positive outlook on life. Mary Anne shares her strategies for coping with challenges, such as engaging in meditative crafts, which she finds therapeutic and calming. She discusses her love for vibrant, colorful clothing as a […]
In this episode of the Doc & Jacques radio variety show, Wes Bruning, a prolific inventor, shares his journey and insights into the creative process. He discusses some of his notable inventions, including the first color inkjet printer, the Floppy Flag, and the Geek-a-Cycle, emphasizing the joy and learning that come from inventing. Bruning highlights […]
This episode of Curry Café, hosted by Ray Gary and Rick McNamer, explores a range of current topics, including the Epstein case and its potential to fracture Trump's MAGA base, media manipulation, and societal issues like the decline of public education and environmental crises. The discussion highlights President Trump's false claims, the MAGA movement's internal […]
This week on the Insider Report, we celebrate the 500th show(!) and welcome guest Chloe Rosenthal to the studio to talk about the upcoming Threepenny Theater production of the play Squall! Kat is away, so her hubby Jason fills in. He and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including the […]
In this episode of Joyously Free!, Joanie Lindenmeyer talks with Robert “Silky” O'Sullivan, a former Lutheran pastor, teacher, journalist, and political figure, about his multifaceted life journey. O'Sullivan shares how basketball transformed his health and identity, earning him the nickname “Silky” for his smooth playing style. He reflects on his early ministry work, his commitment […]
In this episode of the Doc & Jacques radio variety show, Dr. Gigi Reed MD and Jacques Kepner talk with country rock musician Sam Michaels, who shares his musical journey, including performing with his band Country Drive and opening for Toby Keith. Sam highlights his adaptable performance style, drawing from a vast repertoire of songs […]
In this episode of Our Community, host Candice Michel talks with Jennifer Alcorn, outgoing director of the South Coast Humane Society, and Cora Calloway, the shelter's new manager, about the challenges of animal welfare in our area. They discuss the transition in leadership, the importance of community support through donations and fostering, and efforts to […]
In this episode of Wild Rivers Film Radio, hosts Bev Juday and David Christensen sit down with filmmaker and trail steward Vincent DiFrancesco of the Siskiyou Mountain Club. Vincent shares the stories behind his short documentaries A Long Way to Nowhere and Bolan—films that chronicle the gritty, inspiring work of crews restoring trails and rebuilding […]
In this episode of Our Community, host Candice Michel is joined by Ray Gary and Michael Gorse to explore pressing issues in American politics and society. They discuss the fragility of democracy, referencing Benjamin Franklin's warning about maintaining a republic, and emphasize the importance of education, critical thinking, and civic participation in sustaining it. The […]
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, Legends Arcade POG Tournament, Elk Valley Casino Summer Showdown Poker Tournament, Three Penny Theater production of Squall, Curry County Fair, Redfish Music Festival Student & Faculty Concert, Del Norte […]
In this episode of Quality Living With Peaceful Support, Amanda Whittemore reflects on the success of the recent International Yoga Gathering (IYG) at Azalea Park, expressing gratitude to contributors, including local businesses, yoga instructors, and community members. She emphasizes the importance of community support, wellness, and personal growth, encouraging listeners to incorporate daily movement, conscious breathing, […]
This episode of Curry Café, hosted by Ray Gary and Rick McNamer, features Kyle Motley, Coastal Community Coordinator for the Elakha Alliance, and retired marine biologist Bill Gorham. This week's topic of discussion is the effort to reintroduce sea otters to the Oregon Coast after over a century of absence. They explore the ecological importance of […]
This episode of Joyously Free!, hosted by Joanie Lindenmeyer, features Ben Curry, a hospital and hospice chaplain at Sutter Coast Hospital, who shares his journey into chaplaincy and the profound role of spiritual care in healthcare and hospice settings. Ben discusses his path from learning French, Hebrew, and Greek to becoming an ordained Baptist minister […]
In this episode of the Doc & Jacques radio variety show, hosts Dr. GiGi Reed MD and Jacques Kepner welcome Megan McKenzie, manager of At Rivers Edge RV Resort, who shares the resort's history as a family-owned business since 1973. Then John Zimmerman, president of the St. George Reef Lighthouse Preservation Society, discusses the lighthouse's challenging […]
In this episode of Quality Living With Peaceful Support, guest host Ozy Pops welcomes back to the show Oren Selah from Echoes Within. Oren is a lifelong musician, multi-instrumentalist, and certified yoga-meditation instructor with 40 years of study and practice with therapeutic sounds. Oren explains sound healing, sound therapy, and Somatic Sound Meditation, bridging a […]
This week on the Insider Report, Bill Gerski, one of the head gurus for Beacon Broadband, and Keith Buchalter from Coos Curry Electric Co-Op are in the studio with the latest “Internet Report”. Then Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including the Chetco Library event schedule, Crescent […]
This episode of Curry Café, hosted by Ray Gary with panelists Billie Ruth Furuichi, Shirley Hyatt, and Michael Gorse, features a discussion on the implications, risks, and benefits of artificial intelligence (AI). The panelists explore AI's integration into daily life, from voice assistants like Alexa to tools like Photoshop, raising concerns about privacy, creativity, and […]
In this episode of Quality Living With Peaceful Support, Amanda Whittemore welcomes back technology entrepreneur Ncky Wei Yuan, a Brookings native who overcame a challenging high school experience to achieve success in the tech industry. Nicky shares his journey, from run-ins with the law in his teens to turning his life around at Santa Barbara […]
This episode of Joyously Free!, hosted by Joanie Lindenmeyer, features Part 1 of an interview with Isaac Vaughn, who shares his inspiring journey as a transgender man. Isaac recounts his challenging upbringing in a conservative environment with 19 siblings and his early struggles with gender identity. He discusses the hardships of foster care, conversion therapy, […]
In this episode of Wild Rivers Film Radio, hosts Sue Wright and Ozy Pops sit down with Rabbi Robbie Schaefer, musician, storyteller, and author of Burst the Silence, a feature-length musical memoir. Robbie shares the deeply personal journey that inspired the project — from his roots in music to the complex relationship with his father […]
In this episode of the Doc & Jacques radio variety show, hosts Dr. GiGi Reed MD and Jacques Kepner welcome guests Bruce Ellis and Crissy Cooper to discuss their extensive community involvement through the Insider of Southern Oregon monthly entertainment newspaper and many special local events. Bruce shares anecdotes from his fascinating past, including encounters […]
In this episode of Our Community, host Candice Michel is joined by Ray Gary, Rick McNamer, and Michael Gorse to explore a wide array of pressing political and social issues. The discussion covers topics such as the Abrego-Garcia case, proposed cuts to Medicaid and Medicare, and the influence of white Christian nationalism in politics. The […]
This episode of Curry Café, hosted by Ray Gary and Rick McNamer, features an in-depth discussion with Katrina Thompson-Upton, founder of the Northwest American Indian Coalition, and Tabatha Rood, Rogue Basin Coordinator for the Southern Oregon Forest Restoration Collaborative, about the historical and ongoing struggles of Native American tribes in Curry County. The discussion explores […]
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, The Sky High Fourth of July/Slam'n Salmon Weekend, Seaview Senior Living After the 4th of July BBQ, Gold Beach Firworks Show and Go 4th On The Rogue Family fun […]
In this episode of Wild Rivers Film Radio, host Bev Juday sits down with five returning students from the 2024 Wild Rivers Film Workshop — Theron, Jude, Eden, Nellie, and Danika — to reflect on their journey through the program. They share how their expectations evolved over the course of the workshop, the roles and […]
In this episode of Joyously Free!, Joanie Lindenmeyer talks with Paul Wittenmeyer and Walt Zandt, two passionate pickleball players from Brookings. They share how the sport has brought joy, fitness, and a strong sense of community to their lives. The conversation highlights the inclusivity of pickleball and its benefits for people of all ages. Walt […]
This episode of the Doc & Jacques radio variety show with hosts Dr. Gigi Reed and Jacques Kepner is a guest-free “potpourri” edition. The hosts turn to science to discuss the composition and unique properties of air and water. Then they move on to talk about Jacque's extensive background as an antique appraiser and auctioneer, […]
In this episode of Curry Café, hosts Ray Gary and Rick McNamer welcome young musicians Jude Davidson, a violinist, and Blake Reynolds, an electronic music composer, to discuss their musical journeys, inspirations, and creative processes. Jude shares his love for classical music and his experiences performing at local venues, while Blake highlights his passion for […]
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, Air Hockey Tournament at Legends Arcade, Chetco Library Blood Drive, Chetco Pelican Players production of Bus Stop, Terry Robb performing at St. Timothy's Episcopal Church, The Sky High Fourth […]
In this episode of Quality Living With Peaceful Support, radio voice Amanda Whittemore talks with Bill Gerski, vice president of Beacon Broadband, about the company's mission to bridge the digital divide in rural communities in Curry and Coos County. Gerski highlights Beacon Broadband's rapid expansion, growing its customer base from 2,300 to over 5,400 and […]
In this episode of Joyously Free!, host Joanie Lindenmeyer talks with Patrick Quivey, a retired clinical social worker and senior warden of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Crescent City, to explore the unique dynamics of small church communities. Patrick shares his journey from aspiring minister to social worker and his eventual connection with St. Paul's, […]
In this episode of the Doc & Jacques radio variety show, hosts Dr. GiGi Reed and Jacques Kepner speak with Samala Zion and Alias from the punk rock band Dumpster Puppies. The duo shares their personal stories, including Samala's challenging upbringing in Southern California gangs as well as Alias's background. They discuss the band's mission […]
This week on the Insider Report, Bruce welcomes Michael Hamilton to the studio to talk about the Chetco Pelican Players production of Bus Stop. Kat has hubby Jason filling in for her, so he and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including the Chetco Library event schedule, Manley Art […]
In this episode of Curry Café, Linda Stimson, manager of the Brookings Harbor Farmer's Market, sheds light on the challenges the market faces due to county permit issues and potential rezoning that threaten its agricultural status. Despite the building's prior approval, the county's sudden demands, including a $1,000 fee to discuss the permit, have disrupted […]
In this episode of Joyously Free!, host Joanie Lindenmeyer talks with Thomas Kelem, director of Del Norte and Tribal Lands Pride, to discuss the upcoming Pride celebration in Crescent City on June 21st and Lindenmeyer's book talk at the Del Norte Public Library on June 19th. The conversation highlights themes of community, inclusivity, resilience, and […]
In this episode of the Doc & Jacques radio variety show, Dr. Gigi Reed and Jacques Kepner interviewed Thomas Kelem, coordinator of the Del Norte Pride Festival, and Dan Friestman, Exalted Ruler of the Crescent City Elks Lodge. Kelem highlighted the upcoming Pride Parade on June 21st in Crescent City, themed “Stars of the Community,” […]
In this episode of Our Community, host Candice Michel talks with Diana Carter, the Executive Director of Brookings CORE Response, focusing on the significance of trauma-informed care, particularly for children. They explore how trauma alters brain function and behavior, emphasizing that healing occurs in safe, supportive relationships rather than isolation. The conversation highlights the long-term […]
This week on the Insider Report, Kat is away, so Bruce gets to give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including the Chetco Library event schedule, Manley Art Center June workshops, Curry County Pitch Night presented by Southwest Oregon Innovation Hub, Friends of Curry Campus Speaker Series at Southwest Oregon Community […]
In this Pride Month episode of Curry Café, hosts Ray Gary and Rick McNamer have a thoughtful discussion with guests Joanie Lindenmeyer, an author and longtime Curry County resident, and Bret Cecil, chair of the Curry County Democrats. The conversation explores the history and progress of LGBTQ+ rights, highlighting personal experiences with discrimination, the impact […]
In this episode of Joyously Free!, host Joanie Lindenmeyer explores the vibrant world of community theater with guests Karyn-Lynn (Effie) Fisette and Kat Liddell, focusing on its transformative impact, opportunities for involvement, and the joy it brings. Kat shares her lifelong passion for acting, emphasizing the authenticity and deep audience connections theater offers, while Effie […]
In this episode of the Doc & Jacques radio variety show, hosts Dr. GiGi Reed and Jacques Kepner talk with John Zimmerman, president of the St. George Reef Lighthouse Preservation Society, and Russell Smithson, brand manager at Port O'Pints brewery. They discuss the historical significance and preservation efforts of the St. George Reef Lighthouse, highlighting […]
In this episode of Curry Café, hosts Ray Gary and Rich McNamer, joined by guests Shirley Hyatt and Billy Ruth Furuichi, explore the profound influence of music on personal and societal levels. They discuss how music shapes memories from infancy, serves as a tool for healing and emotional connection, and reflects cultural shifts, such as […]
In this episode of the Doc & Jacques radio variety show with hosts Dr. GiGi Reed MD and Jacques Kepner, local musicians Molly Rae and Tommy Alderman of the band Hot Tamale share their musical journeys, creative processes, and aspirations. Molly, originally from Montana, and Tommy, a longtime resident of Klamath Glen, met at a […]
This episode of Wild Rivers Film Radio, hosted by Sue Wright, highlights the vibrant arts and cultural scene in Brookings through a conversation with Kat Liddell of the Chetco Community Public Library and Threepenny Theater Co., and Aiden Lile of Chetco Pelican Players. The discussion explores how community partnerships fuel local arts initiatives, from theater […]
This episode of Joyously Free!, hosted by author and LGBTQ+ advocate Joanie Lindenmeyer, celebrates themes of love, self-discovery, and freedom through the inspiring story of two young trans individuals, Will Jaster and Viv Ashton. The show highlights their journey of meeting, falling in love, and navigating vulnerability, trust, and identity together. Viv shares her experiences […]
In this episode of Quality Living With Peaceful Support, radio voice Amanda Whittemore and welcomes back Corie Cline to explore part 5 of the 7 Weeks of the 7 chakras: The throat chakra, its role in authentic communication, and practical ways to balance it through physical exercises, visualization, and lifestyle choices. Then Amanda and returning […]
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; One King 1st Annual Music Festival in Crescent City; Anne: Vignettes From Avonlea at the Tolowa Dee-Ni' Event Center; “Strait Country”, Buck Ford's Tribute To George Strait; Afternoon Indie […]
Trauma shapes the mind, Connections mend broken paths, Healing starts with care. The brain learns to grow, Neuroplastic threads repair, Hope rewires pain. Childhood scars run deep, ACE studies reveal the truth, Love can change the course. Judgment fades away, Meeting people where they are, Compassion transforms. Interdependence, A lifeline to those in need, Connection […]