Get Real With Rick Dancer

Remember all the talk of insurrectionists over Jan 6th? Yeh, what happened to all those complainers and accusers now that we have a REAL insurrection in Los Angeles? Seems they're pretty quiet walking a tight rope. Let's talk about that.

People who believe in God have mid life crisis' with their faith. But it's not something that's talked about much until now. The author you are about to meet delves into this normal condition and a lot more in this episode of Get Real With Rick Dancer.

As a news reporter I used to talk a lot about Bill because he was a rather busy criminal in town.He spent 17 years behind bars, for eight months during COVID he never got out of his cell.You won't believe what he's doing now.The story of how he got here is amazing.Enjoy and share with folks you know who are struggling.

In Oregon this county lost its standing on a garbage dump and is appealing.But it appears the three members pushing this over budget project are also scheming in the state legislature to do somethin most taxpayers know nothing about. And the result won't just impact Lane County but the entire Willamette Valley.

Stacey Randall is an amazing woman who knows what it's like to die and yet live. Doctors told her three years ago she had a year to live. Physically she's still here but a lot of things have died in her life. You will appreciate this episode and might pass it onto someone you know who struggles with cancer or just life.

I lived most of my life in Oregon but the state got too crazy I had to leave. Each time I go back it gets worse and worse. People want out and tell me that. Here are some of my reflections.

So many people are hopeful that our nation is on the way back. In this episode we talk about some the news of the week that shows how crazy the left is and how hate is blinding them. We also talk a lot about Oregon politics, voting and DOGE

Several families of missing people in Oregon have their hopes set on a skull. Yes, a skull found but left in an evidence locker. Now the families have pressured state officials to get a DNA test to find out if it belongs to one of their sons. This is a sad and strange story.

It just doesn't stop. I think Oregon lawmakers, hellbent on taking your water rights, are just being sneaky and scared. A new attempt, Senate Bill 1154 has our water rights specialist fuming mad and ready to testify on Tuesday. What's in this bill? They won't tell you but we will.  

It seems to never end when it comes to Oregon and it's restrictive gun laws. In this podcast we go over what the measure 114 decision means plus we'll talk about a bunch of other laws hiding in the back halls this session.

Great Falls Montana is looking for someone to fill one of the city's most important roles. If you or someone you know is ready to move to one of Montana's truly great cities to work in city management, this might be the job for you/them. Also, for those who just want to learn more about the area there is some valuable information in this podcast. For more information contact :Michael Boese,MPA President972 837 0916www.clearcareerpro.com

In Oregon a board of county commissioners is planning a project that on the outside sounds so environmentally sensitive. But when dig in you wonder how much is virtue signaling and BS. We talk about that project with one of the chief opponents who represent lots of people.

If you live in Oregon and get your water from a well or stream or a river, the state is trying to get control of that. Yep, a bill that would have forced property owners to install a meter died. But as experts who follow this closely tell us in this interview, this is just the beginning.

A very bright man was looking for business opportunity when he stumbled on a goldmine. He knew legacy media was dying but didn't see the destruction coming this quickly. He started a service that lets people like you and me become citizen journalists. The rest is in the podcast.

A group of farmers and neighbors near Brownsville Oregon are upset with plans to use prime farming land for a huge solar farm. In this episode they talk about what they've had to fight and why they think this plan is political and needs to stop.

Oregon needs a new governor. How about a native Oregonian, whose family goes way back. He's super smart, wants to get rid of the property tax and have less government. But before you go trying to label this 30 something as a stuffy Republican, listen to him. He's got some ideas that will rock the boat and get you thinking about Oregon again.

Oregon has some crazy orders on the books that people are really upset about. A fire map that is so out of whack even the governor put it on pause. A new rule that makes big transportation companies have to use electric trucks, when there is only one charging station in the state.....and much more.

I was watching someone sing the national anthem and when she got to "Land of the free and the home of the brave" it made me sad. What happened to the brave American? We'll we talk about that in this recorded live interview. It's a lot of fun but there is a bit of language. Sometimes I get excited. Enjoy and join us every Tuesday

With Donald Trump talking about Canada becoming our 51st state, how do Canadians feel about it? We found a former cop who also has a podcast. On this episode he joins us to fill us in on the ins and outs of Canadian politics. This guy is well versed and you will learn a lot. Plus, he talks openly about the relationship between our two countries.

There are people in our lives who change us, who build us up, who make us who we are today. In this episode I tell stories about the important people in my life.

Oregon's efforts to protect habitat are destroying rural communities. Those who lean towards the environmental ideology thought the state would bail them out but the state did nothing. One of the county commissioners is so upset she spoke with me earlier this afternoon. I think you will find this conversation enlightening, frightening and inspiring.

For thousands of years cultures around the world have practiced the art of sauna. Now, it's on the comeback here in the United States. But why? Why Hot and Cold? Why Sauna specifically? We talk with an expert out of Portland Oregon about the benefits of sauna.

On Monday the Governor of Oregon gave her state of the state address to members of the legislature. Representative Ed Diehl was in the audience and gives us this hits, runs and lots of errors that were in the speech. For instance, raising taxes, and spending one million to fight our new President Donald Trump. Take a listen and see if you agree.

She risked her life to serve our country by helping as a nurse in New York City at the height of COVID. She got COVID and now has long haul disease. But there's a problem, the Navy won't back her. She tells her story and parts are so maddening you won't believe it.

A big day when the head of Facebook says no more fact checkers and it's time to stop with the censorship. We went live on half a dozen social media pages to talk about that and COVID and much more. The questions are given to me live and I repeat them so you'll be part of the conversation.

I met him 12 years ago. He was in junior high and I was producing an interview with a young man who quite frankly amazed me. Today he is an elected member of the Coburg City Council. Pretty good for a 24 year old who lives much of his life in a wheelchair. Jaymason is one of the most honest people I know and in this conversation he talks about his career, his need for love, his struggle with mental health issues and it gets pretty personal. I so admire this man and am honored to have him on the podcast.

Back in 2007 photographer Ben McKee and me did a trip all over Oregon to document forever, some of Oregon's most amazing Ghost Towns. We take you from Scottsburg to Pacific City and even the tragic town of Bay Ocean. Some of the facts have changed since our story but non of the history is different. You can always count on History to tell the best tales.

Friend and coworker Tim von Schleh talk about Ricks ups and downs, what made him who he is today, important people who shaped his life and other interesting stories.

One of the big voting blocks that put President Trump over the top in the recent election is rural Americans. They're tired of not being listened to, over regulation and rules that destroy their communities. In this episode we talk with an expert who watches these issues closely to see what he expects from the next administration.

The presidential election has raised a lot of question about the validity of the legacy media. I thought it might be interesting to sit down with a fellow former news reporter from Oregon, who is now out of the business but very opinionated about what went on, what goes on and what needs to change.

You have people in your life who show you things no one else can. I'm a lucky man because most of those people I've been able to tell them how much they meant, before they passed. A dear friend and mentor, Richard Gorsuch recently passed to the other side. Here's a tribute filled with plenty of wisdom. Thanks Richard.

A 20 year old woman in Oregon says she was fired for posts she made on her personal instagram page supportive of Trump. But there's much more to the story that you'll hear in this interview.

A lot of voters know the basics when it comes to voting in an election but what about the behind the scenes stuff that helps you make good choices? Bill Lundun is one of the last true journalists in Oregon and this guy is connected to the heartbeat of the state. We talk with him about the measures, the candidates, all of it. It's very entertaining and educational at the same time. Plus you'll leave with some great cocktail party conversation topics. LOL

Marriage is tough work. We get used to our partner and often the first thing to go is communication. The Bearded Social Worker is a friend of mine who lives in a small town in Eastern Oregon. He's a therapist there. He called me the other day and said "Rick, let's do a show on the five ways to save your marriage." I think you're really going to like this and please share it with our friends and family.

There's a measure on the ballot that would make Oregon a Ranked Choice Voting state. It's not a new idea but one that often brings up a lot of conversation. We spoke with opponents of the measure to find out why they think Ranked Voting is such a bad idea.

The Timber Industry has always drawn tough, courageous people. The industry is dangerous work. Its hard work but those who stick with it, it is also rewarding work. The couple you are about to meet is opening a lumber mill. Yes, you heard me right. In a day when mills are shutting down this Eagle Point couple thinks it's time to dig in and do it a bit differently.

I saw on social media, I guy I know from Missouri, involved in an old fashioned barn building party. I watched the thing go up in just two days and thought what is that all about. Expect to learn why he did it? What it did for those involved? What we can learn about the value of connection and community from such an adventure and much more.

Outside money is funding a ballot measure in Montana that would change the constitution as it relates to abortion. But this measure is so much more than abortion, which is already legal in the Treasure State. Expect to see how outside money and the abortion issue are being used to get a democrat senator re-elected and parental rights diminishes plus more.

It's becoming more difficult for some rural Oregonians to get fire insurance. The Oregon legislature passed a bill to map out risky wildfire areas all over the state. Lawmakers told Oregonians the map could not be used this way but it is being used and some are finding it difficult to get insurance. But there's so much more to this story as you will learn in this disturbing but eyeopening podcast.

A ballot measure in Oregon is bringing some very unlikely ideologies together. Measure 118 sounds great on the surface....A 1,600 dollar check for every Oregonian...But wait, there's a catch....there's always a catch. Expect to learn what is behind the curtain and pulling at your wallet.

A law passed by Democrats in the Oregon Legislation is raising a lot stink from people all over the country. It gives 30k dollars to folks to help them buy a home. Problem is you have to be a certain color and can be here illegally, to qualify. Yeh, that's for real. Find out in this episode what some are doing to fight this.

In Cottage Grove, Oregon people are tired of transients and drug users taking over their community. They are compassionate people but the lawlessness was out of control. They recalled three of their city councilors because many thought they weren't listening. Now, they have to bring the community back together. Expect to learn what happened, why it got as bad as it did and what organizers have learned along the way.

A local expert on timber issues is mad as Hell at the Oregon Board of Forestry and she is not sitting still. In this interview expect to learn why you should be concerned, year round, about the condition of our forests and why forest fires don't have to happen.

What if conservatives and liberals/progressives could sit down and talk face to face and not end up in a yelling match? There's a group that believes this can be and in fact is doing just that. The movement is small right now but growing steadily. Expect to learn why it's important, how they do it and why you might want to consider getting involved.

In Cottage Grove, a group of people say a few of the city councilors failed to listen to the community when it came to how to handle the homeless issue so they recalled them. It wasn't easy and there's been backlash but the three councilors were recalled and the group has a plan to move forward. This is a story that shows a small group of people, willing to push ahead and get involved, can use it's voice for change.

There are wildfires all across the western United States. We are on fire and burning away. Bob Zybach joins us to discuss wildfire across time, current issues and what can be done about them. If you live in the West, you need to watch this weeks episode.

What if you never felt like a man? You looked like a man but something didn't add up. The guy you are about to listen to is a friend of mine. I've know of his XXY chromosome difference for a few years but had no idea about the rest of the story. This is an interview that may challenge some of you. Dan Mooney is an amazing man and I think you will get something great out of listening.

Wow, this is a great conversation about the health of our forests and what can be done about it. A group of 80 experts from all over the country are warning us about the health of our forests. But more than that they have ideas to turn this around.

The man you are about to meet has been through a lot in his 40 years. He's struggled with addiction and some mental health issues. He is a chef in Lane County Oregon but about to embark on a whole new career. Expect to hear how addiction impacted his life and what he thinks leaders are doing wrong to really help those who live on the streets.

Oregon Doctors could soon lose their medical license for microagressions. It's something that could have a devastating effect on your health care or even being able to find a doctor willing to practice in the state.