Podcast appearances and mentions of sal derosalia

When the tough stuff in relationships arise, most adults look the other way which can be deadly for the quality of our relating over time.  But if you have options, you don’t have to default to avoidance.  In this episode, I offer a 5-step process for addressing conflict in healthy ways. 00:29 Here’s what I mean by conflict 1:47 Two main consequences of long-term conflict avoidance 2:52 Like trying to eat dinner over a field of land mines 3:04 Avoidance diminishes the quality of our relating 3:15 Why we avoid 4:31 Our relationship norms have dictated that anything but happy was bad 6:07 They have their heads stuck up a dark, stinky place (don’t do this). 7:13 5-step preventive process for addressing conflict in healthy ways 8:55 Put the feelings on the table without trying to fix, solve or blame 9:36 This week’s homework    Photo by Alex Iby on Unsplash Podcast produced by Sal DeRosalia

The bottom line about grief is that it’s better to feel it than resist it. Yet, most adults resist grief. With this episode, I demystify the communal grieving process as well as make a connection between pleasure and grief that I bet you didn’t realize. 00:45 The beginning of my grief journey 1:23 My initial grieving experiences were private 2:11 I was scared of being seen in my grief. 3:48 What happened next changed my life. 4:20 One by one, people would burst open. 4:40 No one went to the altar alone. 5:16 I willed my feet to move and found myself in a row of grievers. 6:14 The force of the room’s commitment to grieving took me into its current. 7:18 In the company of others, I can let go of what I couldn’t release alone. 7:28 What does grief have to do with pleasure? 8:22 Moving grief means you have more room for pleasure. 9:02 Grief is its own form of orgasm. 9:18 This week’s homework – two parts. 9:56 The more of us who grieve, the more pleasure and wisdom can flow in the world.  Resources: Some of my favorite songs to grieve to:  The Promise (1995) by Tracy Chapman. Bone Dance (2015) by Deya Dova. Trusty and True (2014) by Damien Rice. Go In Peace (2017) by Sam Baker. For community grieving online: “Holding Our Hearts: A Spring Grief Tending Circle (6 weeks)” and Community Grief Tending Circles (twice a month on Zoom  Next one April 17th).   Photo credit by Sharon McCutcheon on Unsplash Podcast produced by Sal DeRosalia

Using a timer can not only help you be more productive in life, it can also intensify and direct the heat, desire and yearning in your physical intimacy.  I dare you to try it this week.  00:49 “I’ll time you!” worked every time with our youngest brother. 1:35 When we create the artifact of limited time, something inside may enliven that would otherwise be dull. 2:25 It can be easy to fog out in our days without social interaction. 3:50 Dr. Brene Brown’s definition of vulnerability 4:49 While the timer is ticking, open your heart and let your words follow. 5:45 Why setting a timer for makeouts or sex works 6:15 Left wanting more in physical intimacy is a good thing! 7:02 I describe most delicious, 3-minute kiss with my husband 7:41 “You must respect the ding!” 8:32 This week’s homework.   Resources: Daring Greatly (2012) by Dr. Brene Brown Photo by Mpho Mojapelo on Unsplash Podcast produced by Sal DeRosalia

There’s so much in life right now that can’t be fixed or changed.  The harder option is to listen, ground and feel.  In this episode, I walk you through how to say nothing as a listener and in so doing, effectively lighten the emotional loads of those around you.  1:00 “I hear you, I’m with you and I’m not trying to fix or change you”. 1:26 Being present with the unfixable is an advanced skill most people can’t do. 1:52 I talk you through – in slow motion – what happens when you are listening to someone’s discomfort. 2:48 The urge to fix or change is like an emotional itch. 3:28 We are wired to need one another’s validation to help us know we matter. 4:06 Here are 4 options for how to “say nothing”. 5:55 You can also just ask directly what they need. 6:30 “It’s Not About The Nail” 8:08 When it comes to being present to injustice, we must do our grief work. 8:44 By listening and saying nothing, you lighten the weight of the other person’s burdens. 9:13 This week’s homework. Resources: “It’s Not About the Nail” YouTube video (2013)   Photo by Jacob Curtis on Unsplash Podcast Produced by Sal DeRosalia 

While infants can’t do it, as adults we can ask for what we need when we most need it.  In this week’s episode, I share candidly about my rough week and how I found my words to climb out of my despair. 00:40 I introduce you to my sister’s first daughter, Taylor. 2:00 The adults who couldn’t soothe her and this poor baby who couldn’t be soothed 2:45 It may seem impossible but it’s only just really, really hard (to ask for what we need). 3:08 I admit the truth about my tough week. 4:00 My conclusions were creating my reality – but I couldn’t see that at the time. 4:18 Here’s what I did to get out of this dark headspace. 6:17 “Are you open to my being honest about how I’m feeling?” 6:53 Now I have concluded that the world is filled with people who can support me. 7:15 My privileges are inextricable from my relational resilience. 8:13 I level with you about what it takes to find your words in times of high stress. 8:43 Muscle memory when it comes to positive coping is your saving grace. 8:46 This week’s homework.   Photo by

It’s an advanced skill to avoid blaming those we trust the most when we are hurting. And it’s vital for ensuring we preserve our sources of support when we most need them.  0:40 A definition of blaming in relationship 1:40 The conundrum of hurting the people we trust the most 2:11 The closer we get to them, the more slippery the blaming slope becomes 3:52 Vizzini the Sicilian from the Princess Pride and his famous lines 4:50 The blaming worsens the burden and alienates our support 5:28 An example of a couple I coach and “catching” the blaming 6:45 Identifying the feeling underneath the blaming and asking for support 7:40 This week’s homework – two parts. 9:03 The most amazing relationship advice you will ever receive.   Photo by Mark Daynes on Unsplash Podcast Produced by Sal DeRosalia 

Bainbridge Island Community Vaccination Clinic Walk Through with Clinic Incident Commander and Deputy Chief at Bainbridge Island Fire Department, Jared Moravec.  Deputy Chief Moravec took a few minutes to give reporter Sal DeRosalia the full overview of operations at two day community run mass vaccination clinic. With over 50 volunteers and 600 doses to give out per day, the clinic is nothing short of a community run symphony put on by a coalition including but not limited to Bainbridge Prepares, Bainbridge Island Community Pharmacy, Bainbridge Island Fire Department and City of Bainbridge Island, Washington.   SUPPORT LOCAL INDEPENDENT NEWS | DONATE: https://venmo.com/wakeupbainbridge​ Brought to you by Bainbridge Online Broadcasting

It may be timeless, but the traditional advice, “Don’t let the sun go down on your anger” may not fit the modern relationship.   00:37 I am willing to contradict the Bible to find what works for the modern relationship 2:00  Late at night, the gargoyles come out. 2:28  When the sun rises, I have more access to my forgiveness. 2:45  Sleep is a winning factor when it comes to love. 4:22 When did you stop dancing? Singing?  Being enchanted by stories?  Finding comfort in the sweet territory of silence? 5:00 During sleep, we are doing important emotional metabolizing. 5:45 My husband’s insight (he can’t sleep when he’s angry) 6:31 The compromise (use this script) 7:23 The quality of our relationships with others will flow from the quality of our relationship with ourselves. 7:35 This week’s practice Resources: Read about cultural anthropologist Angeles Arrien and her inspiring publications here: http://www.angelesarrien.com/   Photo by isaac sloman on Unsplash Podcast Produced by Sal DeRosalia 

We think we need to wait for something good to happen before we savor life. But it’s possible to savor the little things and in so doing, grow more of the good things we want.  0:24 I share a fun secret with you about my podcast and sex 1:15 Dad loved food – “savoring and sweating” 1:55 When you choose to lean into enjoying a moment, it can reward you with more things to enjoy. 2:37 Why this is hard 3:38 Find the one thing you can be grateful for and savor the sh***t out of it. 3:40 We need to sit at the table of pain and sweat and savor to grow the resilience to face what needs to be faced. 4:05 Training our brains to associate a sensory experience with pleasure 5:05 I improved the quality of the massage by telling the therapist what I liked. 6:20 If all that is happening in relationship is a pointing out of what isn’t working, then there isn’t fuel to create the better version of the partnership. 7:10 Enjoyment is vulnerable. 8:10 Mmmm’ing and hearing yourself affirm your right to pleasure 8:45 This week’s homework – two practices Resources: Dr.Rick Hanson and “growing the good”   Photo by Mc James Gulles on Unsplash Podcast Produced by Sal DeRosalia 

The ability to connect your words to your sexual body matters. In this episode, I share a first step to talking about sex in healthy, connected ways.  Warning: this episode contains content that may be challenging for very sensitive listeners. 1:30 Sex brings us into feelings 1:45 The ability to stay present in high sensation 2:00 Notice what happens for you as you listen 2:45 Talking about sex in the VA 3:45 Direct correlation between talking about sex and having fulfilling sex 4:30 Clarifying terms 5:35 Making sexual connection a practice 7:48 Our genitals deserve to be named 8:43 This week’s practice – what do you call your parts?    Photo by​ Octavio Fossatti​ on​ Unsplash Podcast Edited and Produced by Sal DeRosalia 

We’ve mostly been taught in love to make it feel good.  But learning to expand into the ache of wanting but not having is a vital element for mature and empowering intimacy. In this episode, I invite you to practice “grounded yearning” with me.  0:55 Distress or discomfort has value to us 1:30 Big feelings need big space 1:41 Think, an ocean trying to get through a garden hose 2:07 A definition of yearning 2:56 I want my emotions to energize, inspire and expand me - not drown me 3:10 You have to practice distress tolerance/self-soothing to receive the benefit of yearning (see resources below) 4:00 Let’s try a yearning experiment... 6:04 To savor what you once wanted to avoid 7:50 It’s not a “break apart” – it’s a “break open” -  into a bigger version of yourself 8:31 Choosing feeling stretches my emotional holding tank 8:40 Welcoming the ache of sad classical music 9:33 This week’s practice – saying yes to the yearning Resources on distress tolerance and self soothing: Podcast "DBT + Me" On Spotify and Apple.  A Healing Space: Befriending Ourselves in Difficult Times by Matt Licata   Photo by Giorgio Trovato on Unsplash Podcast Edited and Produced by Sal DeRosalia 

In this episode, I introduce you to my 19-year-old college self and describe my choice to start therapy. The year was 1995. I haven’t stopped since. Here’s why. 0:40: My intent is not to persuade you but to educate you. 1:40: The beginning of my therapy journey 2:35: He told me that I coped by intellectualizing. 3:30: I began to drop into my body and unlock grief, rage, horror and sadness. 3:55: Like waking up from a fog. 4:14: With my therapist, I practice "doing life better". 4:47: The therapy relationship is a template – a taste of healthy relating - that we can repeat. 5:08: Without support to come out of your intellect and into the body, you may not change your patterns. 5:30: A possible starting point – doing research and listening to your gut. 6:42: “I told him I quit. I don’t trust you”.  He had the right answer for me. 7:15: Why hire a coach or a therapist? Here’s why. 8:30: Consider setting an intention to acknowledge your healing and well-being. 8:50: Questions you can ask a potential therapist or coach. Bonus: If you DO decide to seek out a therapist or coach, here are some questions I recommend you ask  to empower you to find the right person. See if any of these might feel relevant or useful to you! (1) Are you trained to deal with trauma? If so, how?  (2) Do you work with the body in therapy or coaching? If so, how?  (3) What’s your own history of being in therapy? (4) I have trouble opening up to people I don’t know. How will you help me with that?  (5) Do you offer a sliding scale, Covid discounts or social justice rates to help me afford your services?   Photo by Danielle MacInnes via Unsplash  Podcast Edited and Produced by Sal DeRosalia 

In this episode, I talk about why boundaries are important, what makes them so darn hard and an example of “re-norming” boundaries in my connection to my friend, Renee.    00:20 seconds: Shifting boundaries from being bad into something we celebrate 1:40: We have to be a person to connect with other people. 1:55: Some examples of boundaries I set this week 3:00: Looking to childhood lessons around boundaries to understand why they are hard to set in adulthood 4:15: Most adult relationships are not "boundary friendly" 4:45: There’s nothing wrong with you if you struggle with setting boundaries. 5:45: Together we have to change the norms around boundaries. 6:15: Meet my friend Renee: A personal example of re-norming boundaries 7:30: “Thank you for taking care of yourself”. 8:30: Because she celebrates my “no”, my heart can let her in. 8:50: Two take-home practices to practice re-norming boundaries in your relationships   Podcast Edited and Produced by Sal DeRosalia 

In this episode, I tell you about an exchange I had with my husband when I didn’t feel listened to and how I handled it.  Making love stay is a practice.  Here’s one way you can practice, too. 0:18 seconds: My husband didn’t get it right with me. 1:05: What would you have done? 1:49: Tom Robbins quote about love and making magic 3:15: Magic isn’t possible when you don’t feel safe. 3:55: As long as you feel safe, try speaking to the best parts of the other person. 4:50: I could have punished him, but… 6:00: Here’s what I did.  And I got what I wanted. 7:30: You may have buttons that send you back in time, too. 7:55: Body-based, present moment practices are a “must” for healthy relating. 8:35: The bad things that happened in the past don’t have to run on repeat. 10:05: When we start with love, it will not only stay – it will grow.   Photo by Michael Fenton on Unsplash Podcast Edited and Produced by Sal DeRosalia 

In this episode, I introduce “inner parts work” and talk about saying “hi” to your critic. Try it out. You may just find that when you acknowledge your critic in a welcoming, friendly way, you create more room inside to let others in too.  1:20 The “outer” work of intimacy depends on the “inside work” of connection with ourselves  2:05 Introduction to working with parts  3:15 Health is the integration of all the parts  4:12 Can you hear your critic?  5:37 My critic is a tight-bun-wearing-academic who roars!  6:50 Live demo: I say hi to my inner critic (a first step)  8:57 If it’s not a fun party for me inside, I’m not going to invite you!  9:10 The voice of the inner critic will block you from loving me  9:32 Even a little softening makes room for others to get in  9:39 You can try this with kids too!   Photo by Manki Kim on Unsplash  Podcast Edited and Produced by Sal DeRosalia 

In this episode, I talk about how in a life of authenticity, we will make messes.  It’s inevitable! Being able to say “I’m sorry” with the integrity of your body and actions behind it will make all the difference for continued and deepening connection. 1:05 In a life of authenticity, it's not a question of "will we" make waves. We will. It’s how we clean it up that matters. 3:00 Taking up space is part of being a healthy human. In a dynamic, full range life, we want to make an impact.  It's a sign that we are connected.  4:35 Growing up, I heard “I’m sorry” without change.  I learned not to trust those words. 6:25 “I'm sorry. And, I would like to know the impact my actions had on you. Would you tell me?” 7:35 When I can tolerate the discomfort, I can learn from my behavior.     Podcast Edited and Produced by Sal DeRosalia 

In Episode 4, I challenge you to make agreements with the people in your life to reveal more truth.  It will change you, them and your ability to weather the storms of your lives together. 0:18 I serenade you! 1:05 “Can you and I make an agreement?" 2:40 Making agreements creates a “net” to catch us in the discomfort so we don’t have to run away 3:55 Last week I confronted my sister about a broken agreement 5:15 “Authenticity is efficient” 6:00 It’s never too late to come back into truth. 6:17 Starting with “I need to admit that…” 7:20 When you prioritize truth in relating, you don’t have to hide when the going gets tough  7:45 My challenge to you for the week - make your own agreements for truth   Photo by Aarón Blanco Tejedor on Unsplash Podcast Edited and Produced by Sal DeRosalia 

In Episode 3, I connect truth telling in relationship with getting connected to the body, even the stinkiest parts of being in the body! 1:30 What makes saying what’s true so hard 2:00 We were noticing what was true – but no one was naming it 3:00 “Don’t name the thing” 3:53 I don’t like mustard! 5:10 How do we reconcile what we are saying with what we are feeling? Begin with the body 6:15 First practice this week: Notice the body without story 7:12 I say the “f” word (it’s not what you think) 8:00 When we start with the body, we close the gap between what we feel and what’s okay to name 9:33 Second practice this week: Notice that we all fart, including you! 11:10 I was using new recording software and couldn’t see the time tracker and under 10 ran 1 minute over!   Podcast Edited and Produced by Sal DeRosalia 

In Episode 2, I share a story from my childhood to demonstrate what it means to shed cool in lieu of taking care of ourselves and our hearts. Be sure to try this week's assignment! 1:05 Think about intimacy practices like exercise reps 1:25 The harder life gets, the more we need "connection muscle tone" 1:50. Discipline can be sexy! 2:50 A very embarrassing story from 1986 5:00 Dad wanted us to pause and interrupt “business as usual” 5:30 A new definition of cool 6:25 My husband squeezed my knee at this point 6:40 “Are you available to talk? I really need someone to listen”. 7:30 Your challenge for the week (with options)   Photo by Claudio Schwarz via Unsplash  Podcast Edited and Produced by Sal DeRosalia   

THE RACIAL JUSTICE WELLNESS FUND CONVERSATION Mental Health professionals, Aaron “AJ” Feit and Dr. Jessica Tartaro join host Sal DeRosalia for a conversation about the mental well being of B.I.P.O.C. (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) leaders in our community. For the month of December, wellness practitioners and community members involved in healing arts on the Olympic Peninsula are invited to join together to raise funds for the wellness of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) in Jefferson County doing racial justice work. Intersecting identities. Mental health wellness and why it is relevant in racial justice work. This initiative is a start to identifying structural/institutional racism by providing support for the individuals doing racial justice work.  Donate and share https://www.gofundme.com/f/blm-jefferson-county-wellness-fund Great news coverage comes at a cost. Please help support the only source for live local news by visiting our friends at: Mo-Minski Team at Charter Real Estate for your home selling and buying needs. Millstream Bainbridge for your special gift-giving needs even if the person you are buying the gift for is YOU! Proper Fish because it is some of the best in the country. And don't forget to SUPPORT LOCAL INDEPENDENT NEWS DONATE: https://venmo.com/wakeupbainbridge ADVERTISE: http://www.wakeupbainbridge.com/contact/ Please support our goal of keeping you AS WOKE AS POSSIBLE by making a donation to help keep our virtual news room's lights on.  

In this opening episode, I introduce the idea that everyone can cultivate the ability to connect in deep, satisfying ways.  Think of intimacy like a curriculum. In "Under 10", I will share with you the tools for learning the curriculum of intimacy, step-by-step.   30 seconds: The birth of this podcast 2:25: I reveal my age 2:54: What was missing in my education (and yours too) 4:45: What if we practiced relating like learning scales on a piano 5:50: Think about this podcast like an intimacy class 6:25: Getting on purpose with our relating 7:40: Your assignment for this week 9:30: No need for shame if we treat intimacy like something we can all learn   Podcast Edited and Produced by Sal DeRosalia 

The Sofie Coleman Update Show on sexual assault at Bainbridge High School. Sofie connects with Sal DeRosalia after their 3 part interview to give him and the general public an update on herself, meetings with BISD, BIPD and COBI as well as the formation of an all female group "Lets Talk, Women Against Sexual Assault".You can reach Sofie and find out more about the resource she and her mates are helping to create for other victims of sexual assault in and around Bainbridge Island.INSTAGRAM: @letstalksexualassaultEMAIL: Womenagainstsexualassault1@gmail.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/girlsagainstassault/Watch Wake Up Bainbridge Exclusive Podcasts and Footage:Wake Up Bainbridge is the #1 Source for News, Interviews and Local Happenings on Bainbridge Island. Please support our goal of keeping you AS WOKE AS POSSIBLE by making a donation to help keep our virtual news room's lights on.DONATE: https://venmo.com/wakeupbainbridgeADVERTISE: http://www.wakeupbainbridge.com/contact/This Special Episode of the Wake Up Bainbridge Brought Show is brought to you by Mo-Minski Team at Charter Real Estate. Shannon Morgan and Terri Kaminski are 100% committed to safer, more inclusive Bainbridge Island. Stay Woke Friends!

Wake Up Bainbridge Show co-hosts Richard Davis and Sal DeRosalia have an interview with 23rd District State Representative candidate Elect Tarra Simmons just a few days before the primary ballot postmark deadline. A must see interview.   Watch Wake Up Bainbridge Exclusive Podcasts and Footage: The Wake Up Bainbridge Show http://www.wakeupbainbridge.comhttps://twitter.com/wakeup98110/https://www.instagram.com/wakeupbainb...http://facebook.com/wakeupbainbridge/ Brought to you by Bainbridge Online Broadcasting #WAKEUPBAINBRIDGE #STAYWOKE

The Leslie Daugs Interview | Four term City of Bremerton - Government City Council Woman Leslie Daugs is one of five total candidates running for the Washington State Legislative 23rd District Seat. When she isn't running for the 23rd Legislative District seat, Leslie is boots on the ground in her community spreading her brand of progressive values. Wake Up Bainbridge hosts, Sal DeRosalia and Richard Davis sat down with Elect Leslie Daugs for a wide ranging interview. Leslie Daugs tells us why she thinks she is the candidate you should vote for. Ballots are due no later than 8:00 PM on August 4th. Watch Wake Up Bainbridge Exclusive Podcasts and Footage: The Wake Up Bainbridge Show http://www.wakeupbainbridge.comhttps://twitter.com/wakeup98110/https://www.instagram.com/wakeupbainb...http://facebook.com/wakeupbainbridge/ Brought to you by Bainbridge Online Broadcasting #WAKEUPBAINBRIDGE #STAYWOKE  

6th Congressional seat candidate Rebecca Parson on Wake Up Bainbridge with Sal DeRosalia and Richard Davis. Rebecca talks about per progressive platform, taking on Derek Kilmer and what drives her to do work on behalf of the people.    Rebecca Parson for Congress WA-06 rebeccaforwa.com    

The Sofie Coleman Interview | Part 3: We All Started To Speak Up Quite possibly the most important interview Wake Up Bainbridge has done. Recent BHS graduate Sofie was sexually assaulted when she was 14 at the local high school. She was young, didn't know what had happened and didn't know what to do next. She kept it a secret from everyone but her best friend. For almost two years, Sofie went into a downward spiral. Her grades dropped, she started engaging in self harm and she could not find a way move forward. Well, that was in 2017. It's now July 13, 2020 and Sophie Coleman is moving forward! She told Sal DeRosalia the story of how. The Sofie Coleman Interview is a 3 Part interview conducted by Sal DeRosalia of Bainbridge Online Broadcasting. Watch Wake Up Bainbridge Exclusive Podcasts and Footage:The Wake Up Bainbridge Show http://www.wakeupbainbridge.comhttps://twitter.com/wakeup98110/https://www.instagram.com/wakeupbainb...http://facebook.com/wakeupbainbridge/ Brought to you by Bainbridge Online Broadcasting

The Sofie Coleman Interview | Part 2: Protecting The Wrong Person Quite possibly the most important interview Wake Up Bainbridge has done. Recent BHS graduate Sofie was sexually assaulted when she was 14 at the local high school. She was young, didn't know what had happened and didn't know what to do next. She kept it a secret from everyone but her best friend. For almost two years, Sofie went into a downward spiral. Her grades dropped, she started engaging in self harm and she could not find a way move forward. Well, that was in 2017. It's now July 13, 2020 and Sophie Coleman is moving forward! She told Sal DeRosalia the story of how. The Sofie Coleman Interview is a 3 Part interview conducted by Sal DeRosalia of Bainbridge Online Broadcasting. Watch Wake Up Bainbridge Exclusive Podcasts and Footage:The Wake Up Bainbridge Show http://www.wakeupbainbridge.comhttps://twitter.com/wakeup98110/https://www.instagram.com/wakeupbainb...http://facebook.com/wakeupbainbridge/ Brought to you by Bainbridge Online Broadcasting

The Sofie Coleman Interview | Part 1: Sexual Assault At Bainbridge High School   Quite possibly the most important interview Wake Up Bainbridge has done.Recent BHS graduate Sofie was sexually assaulted when she was 14 at the local high school. She was young, didn't know what had happened and didn't know what to do next.She kept it a secret from everyone but her best friend. For almost two years, Sofie went into a downward spiral. Her grades dropped, she started engaging in self harm and she could not find a way move forward.Well, that was in 2017. It's now July 13, 2020 and Sophie Coleman is moving forward!She told Sal DeRosalia the story of how.The Sofie Coleman Interview | Part 1: Sexual Assault At Bainbridge High School, is a 3 Part interview conducted by Sal DeRosalia of Bainbridge Online Broadcasting.Watch Wake Up Bainbridge Exclusive Podcasts and Footage:The Wake Up Bainbridge Showhttp://www.wakeupbainbridge.comhttps://twitter.com/wakeup98110/https://www.instagram.com/wakeupbainbridge/http://facebook.com/wakeupbainbridge/Brought to you by Bainbridge Online Broadcasting

Sal DeRosalia and Richard Davis team up to bring you the news from Tuesday's City of Bainbridge Island, Washington Special City Council Meeting. They discuss the interviews from candidates, the Council's approach to choosing and what their ultimate decision was, after TWO Executive Sessions. Rich and Sal also discuss the "Safe Streets" closure of Grow Avenue and why EVERYONE SHOULD WEAR A MASK IN PUBLIC. Episode 321 is brought to you by our great friend Harvey Wolff and his phenomenal eatery, Proper Fish. The good folks at Proper Fish serve our community the finest fish-n-chips along with other delicious items from their menu. Support these fine lads and the good work they do in our community by buying dinner tonight for your family. Everyone will thank you.

News correspondent Sal DeRosalia spoke with local Bainbridge Island resident, Hannah Myrick about her connection to the Post Prison Education Program, what it's doing and how we all can help.  Hannah Myrick is a local journalist who has worked for a variety of community based newspapers in the Seattle area. She’s currently working for the Post Prison Education Program to tell stories that have the power to destigmatize the prison population. An example of her work can be seen in a recent interview Hannah conducted with the National Clearinghouse for the Defense of Battered Women, a national resource and advocacy center founded with the purpose “to work for justice for victims of battering charged with crimes where a history of abuse is relevant to their legal claim or defense.”Intervew Link:https://postprisonedu.org/2020/02/17/qa-with-the-national-clearinghouse-for-the-defense-of-battered-women/?fbclid=IwAR27giQn34cNV7CuPEtxW0StrsL3dto20uj_hVl90b7DNs6LIa_NZ0Ka7T0 A quote from Hannah's Facebook page which explains a bit about her passion and intentions:  "They are an incredible organization that provides resources, a listening ear and support for those released who would often otherwise have nowhere to go and no future to look towards. There’s so many backstories to tell and perspectives to collect and write about in order to better understand how complex each individual in our prison system is. I’ll be posting more content upcoming from interviews with local advocates, attorneys, advocates, etc. but in the meantime give PPEP a like, subscribe to their newsletter, check out their website, donate! And if you have any connections or questions or comments, let me know." Follow our Guest Hannah Myrick https://www.facebook.com/hannah.myrick.1hannah@dlmyrick.comhttps://postprisonedu.org/about-us/ Check Out More Wake Up Bainbridge Programming At wakeupbainbridge.comfacebook.com/wakeupbainbridge instagram.com/wakeupbainbridgetwitter.com/wakeup98110 Episode 307 is Sponsored by the Best Personal Trainer on Bainbridge Island, Bethanee Randles. Contact Bethanee today for your free 30 minute personal training session. (206) 390-7779 or bethanee@outcomeathletics.com

Episode 294 | CITY COUNCIL REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2020 Wake Up Bainbridge performed a hat trick tonight. We will Live Streaming on FB, Live Blogging from home and were Live at the City of Bainbridge Island, Washington Regular Business Meeting of the City Council. Tonight was the last public meeting for Matthew Tirman, Bainbridge Island City Council. He was acknowledged by his fellow council members and member of the public at the start of the meeting for his time and accomplishments while representing the South Ward over the last 2+ years. Along with a proper send off by his peers, Proper Fish and Wake Up Bainbridge teamed up to give Matt a "Proper" send off with a complementary order of the best Fish-N-Chips in the USA. The Council took up both old and new business including using up to 50% of LTAC funding for Workforce Affordable Housing where Sal DeRosalia gave public comment, as well as an update on Floor Area Ratio Bonus Density Options, the Roundabout at Wyatt Way and Madison, Sustainable Transportation and several appointments to multiple committees and task force type groups. It's was a full docket and they even ended pretty close to on time. Were you there? Were you watching? Ron was. He gave public comment a few times too.  Stay tuned folks. We discuss today, tomorrow at 8:30 am with Sal and Richard in studio. And we even have a special guest calling in to discuss the meeting last night.   

Sal DeRosalia went down to the Bainbridge Island Masonic Center to attend the Shelter Now Bainbridge Town Hall discussion on teen homelessness. It was amazing.More than 30 concerned community members listened to a panel discussion from key stakeholders in the new #shelternowbainbridge group. Others in attendance included Councilwoman Sarah Blossom, Maria Metzler from Helpline House, Michael Schrader from Boys & Girls Club of Bainbridge Island and many more.The major topic discussed was the solution, Host Homes. A program that has been around for more than three decades. It matches homes with the folks that need them and the resources that come with.The night also included questions from the audience members as well as specific information on how you can get involved.Please check out the www.shelternowbainbridge.com website and fill out their simple form to see how you can help youth in need.

Wake Up Bainbridge Co-Host, Sal DeRosalia got to hang with a trio of talented Bainbridge Band Boosters musicians, a uniquely experienced musician and cultural programs coordinator, Leif Utne as well as father, attorney, traveler and BHS Band Booster Dad, Lawrence S Lofgren. A bit about their trip: BHS Band Boosters Fundraiser to benefit BHS Band Members going to Cuba this April for the musical and cultural experience of a lifetime. BHS Band Boosters are having a fundraising concert to help get these kids to Cuba. The concert with feature local acts Ranger and the Rearrangers as well as the Cuban Heels Ticket Info: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4341361 The Bainbridge High School Band Boosters is sponsoring an educational trip to Cuba for high school music students. The trip is scheduled for April 4-12, 2020. The students will explore the roots of Cuban music, art and culture. You will get a chance to participate in music classes; rehearsals; as well as private and public concerts with our Cuban brothers and sisters. The journey begins in historic Santa Clara; and continue to the colonial towns of Cienfuegos and Trinidad before arriving in Havana a 5-day musical and cultural exchange. The Cuban Heels and Ranger and the Rearrangers are performing to help us raise money to fund the trip. High school students will be sitting in during the show, providing an opportunity for our talented local students to perform in public with excellent local bands. DONATE NOW! https://www.crossculturaljourneys.com/cuba-bainbridge-band…/ Episode 256 Sponsored by your new home for fitness, Outcome Athletics at the Pavilion. Home of the Best Personal Trainer on Bainbridge Island, Bethanee Randles.  

217 - The Andrew Ewing Interview - Bainbridge Island School District 4 Board Seat Episode 205 is brought to you by Storyville Coffee Company (at their beautiful locations in the roastery at the Coppertop and Seattle) and Outcome Athletics, home of the best Personal Trainer on Bainbridge Island, Bethanee Randles. and... Podcast Produced by: Outcome Media, Home of the best Podcast studio on Bainbridge Island. Are you looking to start your own podcast but don't know how? Want some help? You can hire Outcome Media to help complete your project and get your vision off the ground. Call co-host Sal DeRosalia today, (206) 240-8857 or send us a message through our website here.

Episode 205 - Christina Hulet - Bainbridge Island School District 4 Board Seat "I believe my professional experience developing legislative and budget priorities at the state level; implementing business and quality improvement initiatives to strengthen mission; and negotiating complex policy issues across stakeholders enables me to make vital contributions to our schools. I would be honored to continue serving on the school board as we prioritize efforts to ensure healthier students, increased equity of opportunity, and sound fiscal and operational management. I respectfully ask for your vote." Episode 205 - The South Ward Debate is brought to you by Storyville Coffee Company (at their beautiful locations in the roastery at the Coppertop and Seattle) and Outcome Athletics, home of the best Personal Trainer on Bainbridge Island, Bethanee Randles. and... Podcast Produced by: Outcome Media, Home of the best Podcast studio on Bainbridge Island. Are you looking to start your own podcast but don't know how? Want some help? You can hire Outcome Media to help complete your project and get your vision off the ground. Call co-host Sal DeRosalia today, (206) 240-8857 or send us a message through our website here.

Episode 181 Rod Stevens, Suzuki, Affordable Housing and the Police Station. Can the old cop shop be a future statement about real affordable housing and growth on Bainbridge Island? City of Bainbridge Island, Washington might enjoy this approach. It's interesting! We all agreed the BARN - Bainbridge Artisan Resource Network is an underutilized resource (the first place Wake Up Bainbridge recorded). The question Rod thinks we should all ask ourselves is, “How you will draw members of the community together to identify what they want to accomplish together?” Episode 181 is brought to you by Storyville Coffee Company (say "Wake Up Bainbridge" when you order and get 10% off!) and their beautiful roastery at the Coppertop. And Outcome Athletics the home of the best best personal trainer on Bainbridge Island, Bethanee Randles. Brought To You By: Outcome Media, Home of the best Podcast studio on Bainbridge Island. Are you looking to start your own podcast but don't know how? Want some help? You can hire Outcome Media to help complete your project and get your vision off the ground. Call co-host Sal DeRosalia today, (206) 240-8857 or send us a message through our website here.

Episode 183 - City Council Recap - There were fireworks but also a vote for NO FIREWORKS! Updates on the Moratorium and Sign Code and finalized language on the contentious Subdivision Code language. Of course everyone loved the new Design Review code. They really did. Episode 183 is brought to you by Storyville Coffee Company (say "Wake Up Bainbridge" when you order and get 10% off!) and their beautiful roastery at the Coppertop. And Outcome Athletics the home of the best best personal trainer on Bainbridge Island, Bethanee Randles. Brought To You By: Outcome Media, Home of the best Podcast studio on Bainbridge Island. Are you looking to start your own podcast but don't know how? Want some help? You can hire Outcome Media to help complete your project and get your vision off the ground. Call co-host Sal DeRosalia today, (206) 240-8857 or send us a message through our website here.

176 - The State of the Nation - According to Wake Up Bainbridge Richard and Sal went all over the world and back again in an hour long discussion about life here on earth. They started with climate change and ended with the gates being closed at the Agate Pass Bridge sometime back in 2011.  Share in the discussion. Comment. Write in. But most of all, STAY WOKE!  Brought To You By: Outcome Media, Home of the best Podcast studio on Bainbridge Island. Are you looking to start your own podcast but don't know how? Want some help? You can hire Outcome Media to help complete your project and get your vision off the ground. Call co-host Sal DeRosalia today, (206) 240-8857 or send us a message through our website here. Episode 176 Sponsored By: Storyville Coffee CompanyOutcome Athletics, home of the Best Personal Trainer on Bainbridge Island, Bethanee Randles

Episode 164 - The Long Weekend Recap | Thunder and Lightning, Very Very Frightening  City of Bainbridge Island, Washington Council Race is Heating Up, Best Lunch on Bainbridge was had at Proper Fish and Breakfast Sandwich Challenge Update with Storyville Coffee Company, Jake's Pickup on Bainbridge Island, Harvey Wolff and McDonald's. What's up with all the Public Records Lawsuits against COBI? Conspiracy or PRA malfunction? Richard remembers fond times at Clearwater Casino Resort and some island Facebook groups get real political. A Look Ahead: Tuesday South Ward Candidate Interview with Michael Moritz Pollock and Coverage of Hot Topics at Tuesday's Council Meeting. ADUs, Tiny Homes Oh My! We will be covering from the Council and live blogging the action. Later today we will be posting a fascinating show with the editor of the Bainbridge Island Magazine Allison Schuchman and a deeper dive into the look and the articles of the quarterly. Brought To You By: Outcome Media, Home of the best Podcast studio on Bainbridge Island. Are you looking to start your own podcast but don't know how? Want some help? You can hire Outcome Media to help complete your project and get your vision off the ground. Call co-host Sal DeRosalia today, (206) 240-8857 or send us a message through our website here. Episode 164 Sponsored By: Storyville Coffee CompanyAmoeba Networks SeattleOutcome Athletics, home of the Best Personal Trainer on Bainbridge Island, Bethanee Randles

Episode 162 Wake Up Bainbridge Podcast - Bainbridge Island Magazine, Magazine Editor with Allison Schuchman Brought To You By: Outcome Media, Home of the best Podcast studio on Bainbridge Island. Are you looking to start your own podcast but don't know how? Want some help? You can hire Outcome Media to help complete your project and get your vision off the ground. Call co-host Sal DeRosalia today, (206) 240-8857 or send us a message through our website here. Episode 162 Sponsored By: Storyville Coffee CompanyAmoeba Networks SeattleOutcome Athletics, home of the Best Personal Trainer on Bainbridge Island, Bethanee Randles

Episode 163 - Andrew Gordon Interview - Submarine Reserve Officer, Bainbridge Island Resident, Husband, Father and Really Good Friend. We discuss Andrew's life and times as a Naval Submarine Officer. 8 Years active duty, he rose to the rank of Lieutenant Commander. That means this dude can pilot a nuclear submarine. He promised to show Richard how to parallel park his boat when he gets back from his new orders in Djibouti, on the Horn of Africa. Brought To You By: Outcome Media, Home of the best Podcast studio on Bainbridge Island. Are you looking to start your own podcast but don't know how? Want some help? You can hire Outcome Media to help complete your project and get your vision off the ground. Call co-host Sal DeRosalia today, (206) 240-8857 or send us a message through our website here. Episode 163 Sponsored By: Storyville Coffee CompanyAmoeba Networks SeattleOutcome Athletics, home of the Best Personal Trainer on Bainbridge Island, Bethanee Randles

159 - City of Bainbridge Island Planning Commission Update on Bainbridge Island Police Department Court and Building On September 5th, the City of Bainbridge Island Planning Commission had a special meeting to update the public on the progress of the new/old Harrison Urgent Care building on Madison Avenue across from the newly remodeled Bainbridge Island Fire Department, Station 21. Most of the public comment addressed the "terrible" traffic conditions in the downtown area.  Architech, Matthew Coates of Coates Design Architects took several questions from the residents and Planning Commission commissioners in the audience. More to come...  Episode 159 Live Streamed by Outcome Media. Brought To You by: Outcome Media, Home of the best Podcast studio on Bainbridge Island.Are you looking to start your own podcast but don't know how? Want some help? You can hire Outcome Media to help complete your project and get your vision off the ground. Call co-host Sal DeRosalia today, (206) 240-8857 or send us a message through our website here. Episode 159 Sponsored By: Storyville Coffee Company, Amoeba Networks Seattle and Outcome Athletics, home of the Best Personal Trainer on Bainbridge Island, Bethanee Randles.

Episode 155 - Labor Day / Weekend Update ShowIt felt like a long weekend andddddd it’s still going. The show will start with a recap of last week and what Richard and Sal did with their respective weekends (spoiler alert: they worked). From there we discuss “The "PREDATOR" Post” that hijacked our 2 of our innocent FB Islander groups this weekend. We invited @danielleR to the show to discuss the We promise to keep it 100000X classier then the folks in the groups did.Then there is the spawning of Sal's new fan club. So far so good. They even have a B.I.Stander sending them content. From there it’s a sneak Peak of our Hot Topics list for Wednesday's KING 5 New Day NW appearance; the boys are starting to get a lil nervous. And we close with a preview of Tuesday's Council Study Session podcast and the NEW, COBI Connects. Brought To You by: Outcome Media, Home of the best Podcast studio on Bainbridge Island.Are you looking to start your own podcast but don't know how? Want some help? You can hire Outcome Media to help complete your project and get your vision off the ground. Call co-host Sal DeRosalia today, (206) 240-8857 or send us a message through our website here.Episode 150 Sponsored By:Storyville Coffee CompanyAmoeba Networks SeattleOutcome Athletics, home of the Best Personal Trainer on Bainbridge Island, Bethanee Randles

154 - Wake Up Bainbridge Super Sleuth(s) Richard and Sal Investigate True Crime Dilemma It was a dark and stormy night and super sleuths (also co-hosts) Richard Davis and Sal DeRosalia go long form on the question of... How much of that darn Netflix true crime show can I believe? Was that the whole story? But didn't they say...? Yeah, facts are not always what A&E Cold Case Files or Investigation Discovery present. So much of Netflix and Amazon Prime Video are made up of the true crime and forensic files shows. Richard and Sal explore some famous Pacific Northwest cold cases to show the story BEHIND the story in this scary episode where we creep ourselves and our listeners out. Brought To You By: Outcome Media, Home of the best Podcast studio on Bainbridge Island. Are you looking to start your own podcast but don't know how? Want some help? You can hire Outcome Media to help complete your project and get your vision off the ground. Call co-host Sal DeRosalia today, (206) 240-8857 or send us a message through our website here. Episode 154 Sponsored By: Storyville Coffee Company Amoeba Networks Seattle and ...Outcome Athletics, home of the Best Personal Trainer on Bainbridge Island, Bethanee Randles

Episode 105 - City of Bainbridge Island Race Equity Taskforce Regular Meeting for July 11, 2019 This is the full audio as recorded by Sal DeRosalia from the Wake Up Bainbridge Podcast on Bainbridge Island. Sponsored by the Wake Up Bainbridge Podcast. 

Wake Up Bainbridge Co-Host, Sal DeRosalia met up with Zumba Instructor, Josh Masters. We talk about his offerings, what makes him happy in life and how much it costs to Shake Your Rump in one of his Zumba classes. Episode 077 is not sponsored by but dedicated to Zumba Josh! You can reach him at: Purchase Classes Zumba Website Facebook Page Call (253) 620-0124

071 - SPECIAL EPISODE - RACE EQUITY TASK FORCE SPECIAL MEETING/ STUDY SESSION AGENDA ADVANCING RACIAL EQUITY AN EXPLORATION Wake Up Bainbridge Co-Host and local activist, Sal DeRosalia went down to City Hall for the Special Meeting of the Race Equity Task Force.  OBJECTIVES : • UNDERSTAND THE CONTEXT OF RACIAL EQUITY WORK ON BAINBRIDGE ISLAND • INTRODUCE GARE AND GARE'S METHODOLOGY • THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT IN ADVANCING RACIAL EQUITY • A NATIONAL PRACTICE TO GOVERN FOR RACIAL EQUITY Meeting Agenda: Here

Wake Up Bainbridge goes to Prison. Co-Host, Sal DeRosalia went to Monroe Correctional Facility to work with Defy Ventures on an Entrepreneur In Training program. These EITs work for seven 7 months to complete coursework and pitch a business plan to real venture capitalists and entrepreneurs. Richard and Sal deep dive on this trending topic that desperately needs to be addressed in our country.

This is Part 2 of the conversation Bainbridge Needs to Have. Sal DeRosalia and Karen Vargas connect to discuss a topic that is near and dear to their hearts; race equity on Bainbridge Island. They go in depth on topics like a welcome message Karen received on her answering machine from the "friendly neighborhood Klu Klux Klan" to the status on our City's current Task Force. Join Karen and Sal as they open up on this difficult and personal topic. They even give an update on REN... Now that's Bainbridge Island News.

This is the conversation Bainbridge Needs to Have. Sal DeRosalia and Karen Vargas connect to discuss a topic that is near and dear to their hearts; race equity on Bainbridge Island. They go in depth on topics like a welcome message Karen received on her answering machine from the "friendly neighborhood Klu Klux Klan" to the status on our City's current Task Force. Join Karen and Sal as they open up on this difficult and personal topic. They even give an update on REN... Now that's Bainbridge Island News.

This episode we talk RACE with Sal, Karen and Brenda MLK DAY, Book-IMAGINE ME, Race Equity Task Force application The B.I.STANDER PODCAST is a conversational podcast unique to Bainbridge Island and Seattle that covers culture, current events, humor, sports, technology, politics, island activities, environment, quality of life issues, wellness and just about everything else. The intent is to introduce interesting people, ideas, and conversations. We are not perfect and that's OK! Thank you for your understanding.  Our Podcast is brought to you by: Eagle Harbor Insurance Blue Canary Great Northern Electric Scott Lever RePointe real estate group Follow us on Facebook  Music performed by Band of Steves of The Island Music Guild. 206-780-6911 lessons@islandmusic.org  *additional sound effects from https://www.zapsplat.com  

What is it like for people of color to live on Bainbridge? What is race equity? And, how do we create a community where all feel a sense of belonging and inclusion? The Bainbridge City Council is setting up a Race Equity Task Force to explore these issues, and you could join. In this podcast, BCB host Christina Hulet sits down with Sal DeRosalia of CrossFit gym, Erin Phillips of We Live Here Too, City Councilmember Matt Tirman and Karen Vargas, Co-Chair of the Multicultural Advisory Council to discuss these complex questions -- questions that the city's newly formed Race Equity Task Force will consider when it convenes in February. The City Council approved a motion during the December 4 Study Session to form a Race Equity Task Force to provide advice and counsel to the Council to ensure that Bainbridge Island serves as an open and welcoming community for all. The City is seeking seven volunteers to serve on the Task Force, which will meet once a month at City Hall. The day and time of the meetings will be decided at a future date. Councilmembers Matt Tirman, Rasham Nassar and Joe Deets will also serve on the Task Force. If you're interested in serving on the Race Equity Task Force, applications can be found on the City's website, and must be submitted by 4 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 25. Task Force interviews will take place Jan. 28 – Jan. 31.  More information on the Race Equity Task Force and how to apply is available on the city's website: visit https://www.bainbridgewa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=548  to learn more. Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker; social media: Jen St. Louis.

What is it like for people of color to live on Bainbridge? What is race equity? And, how do we create a community where all feel a sense of belonging and inclusion? The Bainbridge City Council is setting up a Race Equity Task Force to explore these issues, and you could join. In this podcast, BCB host Christina Hulet sits down with Sal DeRosalia of CrossFit gym, Erin Phillips of We Live Here Too, City Councilmember Matt Tirman and Karen Vargas, Co-Chair of the Multicultural Advisory Council to discuss these complex questions -- questions that the city's newly formed Race Equity Task Force will consider when it convenes in February. The City Council approved a motion during the December 4 Study Session to form a Race Equity Task Force to provide advice and counsel to the Council to ensure that Bainbridge Island serves as an open and welcoming community for all. The City is seeking seven volunteers to serve on the Task Force, which will meet once a month at City Hall. The day and time of the meetings will be decided at a future date. Councilmembers Matt Tirman, Rasham Nassar and Joe Deets will also serve on the Task Force. If you're interested in serving on the Race Equity Task Force, applications can be found on the City’s website, and must be submitted by 4 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 25. Task Force interviews will take place Jan. 28 – Jan. 31.  More information on the Race Equity Task Force and how to apply is available on the city’s website: visit https://www.bainbridgewa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=548  to learn more. Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker; social media: Jen St. Louis.