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Send us a textRoseanne Parry, whose “Voice of the Wilderness” middle-grade series centers on wild animals and their struggle to survive in a dangerous and changing world, joins me to discuss her newest book, A Wolf Called Fire.A Wolf Called Fire tells the wilderness survival story of the wolf pup known as Warm. It's inspired by Wolf 8, a real Yellowstone wolf who was the smallest of his pack and constantly bullied by his bigger brothers but grew up to be a different sort of leader – one who fought many rival wolves to submission but never killed any, mentoring young wolves and became the patriarch of the largest and most successful pack in Yellowstone.Roseanne lives with her family in Portland, OR, and writes in a treehouse in her backyard. 

Send us a textDr. Michelle K. Jackson, N.D. continues the GLP-1 discussion.Today, in part 3, Dr. Jackson wraps up our 3 part GLP-1 series offering guidance on weaning off the GLP-1 medication, how to naturally make GLP-1 without the medication and maintaining those healthy lifestyle changes.https://drjacksonnd.com/

Dr. Michelle K. Jackson, N.D. continues the GLP-1 discussion.Today, in part 2, Dr. Jackson focuses on getting started, weight loss, dosing, side effects,  how do you know if it's working and doing your part. This is part 2 of a 3 part series. Stay tuned for part 3. Dr. Jackson will discuss how to naturally produce more GLP-1 without medication, how to reduce or stop the GLP-1 medication and much more! www.drjacksonnd.com

Dr. Michelle Jackson joins me to do a deeper dive - the science - into GLP-1 agonists. (aka Ozempic)Did you know this peptide has been in use for over 20+ years, that our body naturally produces the GLP-1 peptide, the regenerative healing on the brain, liver, heart and metabolism.This is part 1.Stay tuned for part 2, where Dr. Jackson discusses weight loss, side effects, the food industry, is it right for you and much more.

Dr. Michelle Jackson joins me to do a deeper dive - the science - into GLP-1 agonists. (aka Ozempic)Did you know this peptide has been in use for over 20+ years, that our body naturally produces the GLP-1 peptide, the regenerative healing on the brain, liver, heart and metabolism.This is part 1.Stay tuned for part 2, where Dr. Jackson discusses weight loss, side effects, the food industry, is it right for you and much more.

Organizing and clearing out the clutter is more than just matching labels and baskets lined up neatly looking neat and pretty, it's about improving communication styles, setting boundaries at work, and curating a home that reflects your personal goals are what really help people thrive. Public health expert, Jenny Albertini joins me to discuss her new book, Decluttered: Mindful Organizing for Health, Home, and Beyond. www.jennyalbertini.com

Dr. Michelle Jackson talks all things New Year: - breaking free from old habits and patterns- the psychology around 'resolutions'- social norms, self sabotage, honoring 'self'- when 'move more-eat less' isn't workingBe kind to yourself!

Award-winning visual effects veteran and writer-director Alan Chan has added another impressive accomplishment to his already illustrious career with his first novel, Abundance. Academy Award-winning films such as Titanic, Lord of the Rings and Alice in Wonderland are just some of the projects that helped establish Chan as a creator of captivating and immersive worlds.https://mahalobay.net/

I love the holidays as much as anybody, but it does get stressful.  Even under the best of circumstances it can leave you feeling overwhelmed.  Stress can take a toll on your body and you may not even know it. Understanding how stress affects the body is a key  step in addressing it. Dr. Michelle K. Jackson, N.D. joins to me to discuss the effects of stress as well as important and potentially life saving ways to combat stress and it's long term effects on our health. www.drjacksonnd.com

Richard Perkins Hsung promised his mother he would complete her memoir.  It took him more than ten years.Jean Tren-Hwa Perkins was born unwanted during the 1931 Yangtze River Flood, adopted by medical missionaries, brought to the U.S. for a few years, then trapped in Communist China.  She was neither American nor Chinese "enough", yearning for acceptance and home her whole life.  Her memoir, finished by her son, is an eyewitness account of Chinese history and her own harrowing story.https://richardperkinshsung.com/

Country music superstar Martina McBride makes the perfect judge for Magnolia Network's new competition TV show, Second Chance Stage. The show features performers, from singers to stand-up comedians, who had to put their dreams on hold. Martina will be joined in judging by actor Taye Diggs and "Saturday Night Live' cast member Heidi Gardner. Second Chance Stage season 1 will premiere on November 28, 2024 exclusively on Magnolia Network and will also be available for streaming on Max. 

Have you ever wondered what makes your dog tick, why they do what they do? Experienced Animal Healer Elizabeth Johnson is here to share her incredible insights. In her new book, Know Your Dog's True Nature: Understanding Canine Personality Through the Five Elements, Elizabeth reveals how to use the Five-Elements model from traditional Chinese medicine to decode your dog's personality, behavior, and needs.  I hear it also works on spouses! :) 

NBA Legend Kenny Smith joins season 3 as the new host of the Emmy nominated series "Harlem Globetrotters: Play It Forward".The former NBA star and current TNT sports commentator shares highlights from the new season showcasing the Globetrotters positive and lasting impact on local communities, as well as, the impact the Globetrotters have had in his life.Harlem Globetrotters: Play It Forward airs weekend mornings as part of NBC's "The More You Know" programming block.https://www.harlemglobetrotters.com

When most people hear the words Post Traumatic Stress Disorder they think of war veterans. Very few realize that they may have the disorder as a result of early childhood attachment conflicts or traumatic events experienced throughout life. Ask yourself: Is it possible I have PTSD and don't know it? Could this be the root cause of my difficulties with relationships? Was my childhood confusing in any way? If I have PTSD, what can I do about it? Knowing How: 20 Concepts to Rewire the Brain by Julie Valenti. This book, these concepts, are a life changer!  https://www.wisdomandrecovery.com

It's been 4 years since I spoke with attorney Bradley J. Edwards, who has represented approximately 70 of Epstein's victims, about his 10 year pursuit of Jeffrey Epstein as detailed in his book, Relentless Pursuit: My Fight For the Victims of Jeffrey Epstein.It's been 5 years since Epstein's death in that jail cell while awaiting trial for sexually abusing dozens of underage girls; for rape and molestation of minors,  preying on girls that had difficult home lives, promising education, modeling and work opportunities. Epstein groomed these girls and trafficked them.Will the many influential and powerful individuals that have been identified as frequent visitors to Epsteins private island, “Little St. James”,  ever be held accountable or brought to justice? Or does the power, corruption and our own government agencies continue to protect them as they protected Jeffrey Epstein and his associates for all those years. National Human Trafficking Hotline:   1-888-373-7888    |   Text*  233733National Sexual Assault Hotline:   800-656-4673

You may know of poet, writer and hip-hop educational leader Tony Keith Jr., his first book "How the Boogeyman Became a Poet", is a powerful YA memoir -- in verse. Tony traces his journey from being a closeted high school teen terrified of the "boogeyman" to embracing his true self through poetry in college.  He shares an insightful and searingly honest perspective that will appeal to teens and adults alike. https://www.tonykeithjr.com

Dr. Michelle K. Jackson, ND, specializes in Male & Female Hormone Balancing, Thyroid and Adrenal disorders and conditions relating to Neurotransmitter imbalances. If you're experiencing any (or many) of the following -  fatigue, anxiety, depression, weight gain, insomnia, hot flashes, or mood changes -  I would encourage you to attend on of Dr. Jackson's free lectures taking place in January, or even better, give her office a call and schedule a consultation.Lecture Schedule: - Saturday, Jan 20th, 10:30am | Bioidentical Hormone Replacement, focusing   on Peri Menopause and Menopause transitions. - Thursday, Jan 25th,  6:30pm |  Thyroid and Adrenal Disorders, discussing the common symptoms and treatments associated with these disorders, such as fatigue, weight gain, anxiety, depression, insomnia. **Lectures being held at inMotion Training Studio, Bend, ORwww.drjacksonnd.comOffice: 541-385-0775office@drjacksonnd.com

Whelp. The holidays are here. And as with all holidays, but especially at Christmas time, there's the emotions, the feelings and the stress. Holidays have a way of putting a spotlight on those  ‘life' things; work, finances, family stress, maybe this is the first holiday without a loved one due to their passing, maybe you're struggling with your own health issue which can create an additional financial burden.Do you allow yourself time to feel your emotions, all the good, all the bad?  How often do you check in with yourself? How do we not lose ourselves while we're rushing to meet the demands and expectations during the holidays?

Yes, people really do live to 100. The habits, diets and lifestyles of the centenarians featured in “Live To 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones” streaming on Netflix, are very similar.  If you could live to 100, what would you want that to look like; would you be as active and sharp minded as you are today? I encourage you to check out Blue Zones. It will be time well spent.

Did you know? Effective July 1st, 2023, all homes publicly listed for sale within the Bend City limits MUST include a Home Energy Score report card for buyers to review. Michael Palmer, WIN Home Inspection & Certified Home Energy Assessor, joins me to talk all things Bend Home Energy Score. 

If a remodel or renovation is in your future, Heidi Grant-Starr, Designer/Owner at Society West Interior Design, Bend OR,  is here to provide professional, expert guidance on all things design.  Interior design is worth the investment at any budget; increasing your home's value to its maximum. A true win/win. We turned to Heidi last  year when we decided it was time to bring our home into the current century.  Buh-bye 1989! Heidi brought our vision to life - the end result was what I had hoped for yet so much more!  Is hiring a designer worth it?  YES!!! Society West Interior Design

Ann Lightfoot and Kate Pawlowski are celebrities in the organization world.  They are frequently asked to comment on home organizing, staging, and decluttering topics for outlets like GMA, Women's Day, the New York Times, People, Bravo, CNN and more. Now the two are sharing their expertise in LOVE YOUR HOME AGAIN: Organize Your Space and Uncover the Home of Your Dreams. This mother-daughter duo offer pro tips and myth busters on how to achieve your dream home through the simple power of organizing. https://doneanddonehome.com/

Alex Hitz, renowned chef, expert host and top-selling cookbook author, returns with an all-new collection of more than 100 recipes inspired by traditional Southern fare and French culinary flair! "The very best host in the world." - WSJ

Steve Binder is an Emmy and ACE award winning producer, director, writer, educator and Golden Globe nominee.  In 1968, Steve worked with Elvis Presley on an NBC TV special that ended up re-invigorating his fading career.  In his book, ‘ELVIS '68 COMBACK: The Story Behind The Special', Binder provides a behind the scenes look, with exclusive insider content that gives fans even more insight of the King of Rock's reign on American Music. 

We're facing an epidemic of disconnection, one that we can't blame on the last few years of social distancing and lockdowns.  What's going on?  Connection phenomenologist, Gabriel Kram, joins me to discuss his groundbreaking book Restorative Practices of Wellbeing.   Kram explores two fundamental questions: How do we address the traumas of our modern world? And how can we reconnect with ourselves, one another and the natural life that surrounds us? 

 So, just how queer are ducks?  Queer behavior in animals is as diverse and complex - and as natural - as it is in our own species.  It doesn't set us apart from animals - it bonds us even closer to our animal selves.  Elion Schrefer, author of QUEER DUCKS (AND OTHER ANIMALS), joins me to tell us about the diversity of sexual behavior in the animal world and why it matters.   

 When you're the heir to Dark Lord, trying to live up to your great and terrible destiny, life can be tough.  Especially when you're twelve, kind of short, plagued with allergies, and can't even cast a simple Fart Revealer spell because frankly, you're pretty mediocre with the whole magic thing.  Mostly, he's just trying to survive Middle Ages School without embarrassing himself too much - no small task.   Author Mike Johnston, has been entertaining young readers with his series, Confessions of a Dork Lord, which is full of humor, hijinks and lively illustrations.  

Just in time for the official kickoff to the summer season, “Married To Real Estate” and recent winners of “Rock the Block” Season 3, Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jackson join me to provide us with ideas to enhance our backyard space with eco-friendly upgrades.Egypt Sherrod is a well-known television personality and a licenses realtor and founder of The Egypt Sherrod Real Estate Group.  Her husband Mike Jackson is a professional builder and has his own construction company, Jackson Draper Renovations. This power couple works together to help their clients find and renovate their dream homes. 

Central Oregon Veterans Ranch operates a 19-acre working farm in Bend, OR and engages hundreds of veterans of different ages and eras in peer support and agriculture-related activities.  The Ranch helps veterans find a sense of belonging and purpose through meaningful interactions, team projects, education, growing plants and caring for animals. Alison Perry,  Founder and Executive Director is a Licensed Professional Counselor and military-family member with an interest in developmental trauma, specifically combat trauma across the lifespan. She founded Central Oregon Veterans Ranch in 2014 and has led the organization since.  www.covranch.org

 Acclaimed journalist, Mark Follman has been investigating gun violence and it's impact on American society since 2012.  Follman's new book, TRIGGER POINTS: Inside the Mission to Stop Mass Shootings in America, is the first-ever account going inside the world of behavioral threat assessment, a groundbreaking method for successfully preventing mass shootings.  Highlights in TRIGGER POINTS reveal: - Dozens of mass shooting have been prevented- The mass shooting phenomenon is widely misunderstood- The truth about media sensationalism and violent entertainment- The recent growth and evolution of prevention work The book is a myth-busting narrative that transcends deadlocked political debate and tells the story of a promising path forward. 

Research shows we are missing 50 percent of our lives.  Why? Because we aren't paying attention.  From the constant buzz of your phone and the lure of your media feed to your unrelenting, all-encompassing, and ever-growing mental to-do list – the demands on your attention have never been so severe.   In PEAK MIND, Dr. Amishi P. Jha reveals remarkably easy-to-adapt, flexible, 12-minute-a-day exercises to lift the mental fog, declutter the mind, and strengthen focus so that you can experience more of your life.  Acclaimed neuroscientist, Amishi P. Jha, PhD, has dedicated her life's work to understanding the science of attention at every level – from brain imaging studies in a lab to field testing soldiers, athletes, students and firefighters.  Her work has been featured at TED, NATO, the World Economic Forum and The Pentagon. 

Is it possible to detect illness and energy blocks using expanded perception? Can humans tap into the light frequencies of the 5th dimension? Jerry Sargeant, known as ‘The Facilitator', is the founder of Star Magic Healing.  He is a powerful healer, motivational speaker, international bestselling author, and renowned for transforming thousands of people's mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual lives. Jerry joins me to explain how his system of healing works and how we can access it's powers.

Karen Noé is a renowned psychic medium, spiritual counselor, and healer with a two-year waiting list for appointments and consultations.  The Angel Quest Oracle deck was created to enhance the communication between you and your angels so that you may move forward in life with comfort and protection.  It was such a  pleasure to welcome Karen back to the show, she is a caring, kind, loving person who truly wants to help others.    

“Zoë Bakes” is my new favorite cooking show!  She is a trained pastry chef, cookbook author and host of Magnolia Network's “Zoë Bakes”. Zoë François joins me to tell us about her new show, shares her top baking tips and swears by her own vanilla extract recipe! Zoe Bakes

My first interview with Sharon G. Flake took place in 2021, Sharon joined me to talk about her new novel, The Life I'm In.  Since that time, The Life I'm In has been named one of the top twenty teen reads for 2021, as well as, The Kirkus Prize: Young Reader's Finalist.Sharon G. Flake is an author parents and educators trust to tackle tough issues around race, self-esteem, self-protection and empowerment.  Sharon is a powerful, important and encouraging voice.If you know or suspect someone is being trafficked or have questions, please call:National Human Trafficking Hotline  1-888-373-7888

2021 was one helluva year. It was exhausting, emotional and empowering filled with loss, lessons, laughter and growth.  Do you journal?If not, I would love for you to add it to your list of resolutions.   Cheers to YOU and the New Year! 

With the holiday season well underway, it's time to talk holiday gifting, decorating, entertaining, personalization, home styling and more.  Lifestyle Expert and star of Netflix's Queer Eye, Bobby Berk, shares his top gifts, decor options, and tips on hosting the perfect holiday get-together.  

Christmas will be here before you know it!  And…if you are still on the hunt for gifts everyone wants (even if they don't know it yet) – my guest today may have just what you're looking for!  Fashion designer, stylist, lifestyle expert and former Real Housewife of New York City, Heather Thomson, stopped by to share her top picks for your whole crew! 

GET YOUR TICKETS NOW! Comedians, moms, and celebrated internet stars Tiffany Jenkins (“Juggling the Jenkins”), Meredith Masony (“That's Inappropriate”) and Dena Blizzard (“One Funny Mother”), with a combined social media following of 12 million, join together for a national tour to bring fans across the country night of laughs in the live comedy event “My Name Is NOT Mom.” “My Name Is NOT Mom” powerhouses of comedy were united by their common approach of being honest about motherhood. No matter where you are on your motherhood journey, every mom has felt the stab of being called “Mom!” forty-six times a day. Discover how laughter has helped these moms raise (mostly, but not all the time) great kids, all while maintaining some sense of themselves. This show is a must-see for those who might have been locked up for over a year and for anyone who is finally due for a night out with girlfriendsDecember 4th | Elsinore Theater  Salem OR  | 7:30pmDecember 5th | Hult Center Eugene OR | 2pm & 6pm

I shared my first COVID shot experience with you in March, 2021. I said I would share my second COVID shot experience with you in April, 2021. I'm sharing it with you now...7 months later. Take a listen, it's not what you think. :) 

John Kanell, founder of Preppy Kitchen, is fabulous! If you're looking for some delicious baking tips for the fall season, whether you are a beginner or an experienced baker, John is here to reignite the spark in the kitchen. Over the years, I have interviewed dozens of cooking and baking experts....and I've enjoyed every single one of them. However, this is the first time that I've come away from an interview with several tips and techniques that I can't wait to try!    

"I would say it's one of the scariest places on Earth!" -- People MagazineLawyers, paranormal investigators, psychologists, and clerics witnessed terrifying events at this house, proving beyond a reasonable doubt that this demon was real.  In addition to photos and physical evidence, the story of the house was also documented by the Discover Channel.Businessman, Bob Cranmer, a former Army intelligence officer and county commissioner, still lives in the house.  In his book, The Demon of Brownsville Road, he recounts the extreme demonic assault on his family -- resulting in suicide attempts and psychiatric hospitalizations. At one point, blood even ran down the walls. 

 Best known as the gruff newsman he first played on "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" he was also a busy character actor and a political activist.  I had the pleasure to meet and interview Ed Asner in 2009 while he was in Bend for the one man show FDR.   Ed Asner passed away peacefully on August 29th, 2021. 

Why are we, the people of the United States, so divided? How did we get here and what can we do about it?  The reason for the divisive political polarization we're experiencing in the United States, as explained by social psychologist, Peter T. Coleman, can't be traced back to one unreasonable person, unfortunate event, or societal defect. In his new book, 'The Way Out: How to Overcome Toxic Polarization' Coleman details principles and practices for navigating and healing the difficult divides in our homes, workplaces, and communities, blending compelling personal accounts from his years of working on entrenched conflicts with lessons from leading-edge research.  This book is dedicated to the 86 percent of Americans who are currently exhausted, miserable, and desperately seeking a way out of our culture of contempt.   - Peter T. Coleman Peter T. Coleman is professor of psychology and education at Columbia University. 

Alan Sakell's debut novel 'The Boy' will keep you in suspense until the very last page; a psychological thriller that mesmerizes. It's dark, it's twisted and I couldn't put it down. 

Fast & Furious star Jordana Brewster, alongside Walgreen's pharmacy, is raising awareness and funds for the annual Red Nose Day fundraiser. Walgreens is proud to be back for its seventh Red Nose Day in partnership with Comic Relief, the nonprofit behind Red Nose Day. Today, the need to help end child poverty is even more urgent due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  Red Nose Day has raised more than $240 million to help end child poverty since its inception in the United States in 2015.  According to the Children's Defense Fund, 1 in 6 children live in poverty and nearly 73 percent of children who are poor are children of color. When is Red Nose Day 2021?  Thursday, May 27th Walgreens.com/RedNoseDay

D. Sidney Potter has worked in the real estate and mortgage industry since 1992.  Suffice it to say, Sidney has witnessed first hand the ups and downs of the commercial real estate industry. In his new memoir, The Broker: Deals, Steals and Moving Forward, Sidney shares wildly entertaining stories about his career as a commercial real estate broker working in downtown Los Angeles in the mid-nineties, but it's his viewpoint on race and race relations that offers a new perspective on the industry. 

***May is ALS Awareness Month***Travis Boersma, co-founder and executive chairman of Dutch Bros, the nation's largest privately held drive-thru coffee company, invites you to Drink One for Dane on May 14th. 12 years ago, his brother and co-founder, Dane Boersma, died after being diagnosed with ALS.  To honor his memory and raise awareness about the disease, the Boersma family and Dutch Bros started Drink One for Dane.  On Friday, May 14th, the company will donate a portion of proceeds from its more than 400 shops to the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA), the leading non-profit organization in ALS research, care, advocacy, educational and professional programming. For more information, or to make a donation, please visit www.dutchbros.com

I got the COVID shot, I'm not happy about it.  I apologized to my immune system for not having more faith in it but we – me and my immune system  -  have been through some choppy waters for several years…like 17.Let me be clear, I'm not advocating for the shot.  This is a personal decision, an individual decision and none of my business. Should you decide to not get the COVID shot I do not consider you an 'anti-vaxxer', nor do I consider you 'sheep' if you decide to get the shot.  Your body, your choice. I chose to share my experience and information I learned about the COVID ‘vaccine' to encourage you to do your research, talk to your trusted medical professionals and realize what protection the shot may or may not provide you. CDC COVID-19 Vaccine Fact Sheet  www.cvdvaccine.com

The Life I'm In, a sister novel to the bestselling, The Skin I'm In by three-time Coretta Scott King award-winning author, Sharon G.  Flake. Since it's groundbreaking debut more than 20 years ago, The Skin I'm In, had a tremendous impact which has stood the test of time, continuing to influence teens, parents, teachers and educators among others.  Sharon G. Flake takes on tough issues around race, self-esteem, self-protection and empowerment. The Life I'm In, presents the unflinching story of Char, a young woman trapped in the underworld of human trafficking. 

Glennon Doyle is the author of the #1 New York Times Bestseller Love Warrior, an Oprah's Book Club selection, as well as the New York Times Bestseller Carry On, Warrior.  LOVE WARRIOR is a gorgeous and inspiring account of how we are born to be warriors: strong, powerful and brave; able to confront the pain and claim the love that exists for us all.  This chronical of a beautiful, brutal journey speaks to anyone who yearns for deeper, truer relationships and a more abundant, authentic life.