Shows
What's Up BainbridgeEating Fresh on Bainbridge (WU-612)Joe Pulicicchio, Director of Promotions & Produce and Floral for Town & Country Markets returns to share his deep knowledge of fresh fruits and vegetables where they come from and how they get to our grocery shelves. In this monthly discussion, Joe shares more information about grapes and especially the importance of texture when selecting and eating them. He also explains how to tell if a melon has been picked at peak flavor by checking out what the stem attachment looks like. We also spend some time on asparagus, peppers and avocados with a few thoughts on how to e...
2023-03-2223 min
What's Up BainbridgeEating Fresh on Bainbridge (WU-610)Joe Pulicicchio, Director of Promotions & Produce and Floral for Town & Country Markets returns to our podcast desk today after a two-year pandemic hiatus. This is the inaugural edition of our new monthly podcast that is called ‘Eating Fresh on Bainbridge’ and will explore the ever-changing array of quality fresh fruits and vegetables that make their way to the produce shelves through the seasons. We’ll also be exploring the various challenges of weather and other conditions that can directly affect availability and quality of all produce on a week-to-week, month-to-month basis. In this program Joe discuss...
2023-02-1323 min
What's Up BainbridgeThe Bainbridge Island 10-Minute Play Festival (WU-609)Steve Stolee, a key player in the Island Theatre 10-Minute Play Festival joins us today on What’s Up Bainbridge to discuss this year’s festival and a few more things. He shares some interesting background and perspective about the Island Theatre, its origins and how it operates. You’ll also hear about how the Festival is organized and how you can get involved! Steve also discusses some new activities that will be happening on a regular basis at the Bainbridge Public Library. Your opportunity to explore the world of thespianism! For more informa...
2023-02-0716 min
ASKbysConnecting Parents to Therapists of Adolescents and TeensIn this episode, we invite you to join Bainbridge Island parent Shannon and BYS therapists Chase and Helen for an informative conversation about fostering stronger family connections. AskBYS Podcast is a monthly podcast brought to you by Bainbridge Youth Services in partnership with BARN (Bainbridge Artisan Resource Network). The mission of Bainbridge Youth Services is to promote youth mental health and wellness in our community. With this in mind, AskBYS Podcast connects parents to professionals that can provide support, education and resources on a particular topic in parenting. Bainbridge Youth Services is a non-profit organization suppo...
2023-01-3134 min
What's Up BainbridgeBainbridge Prepares: Emergency Medical Responders & the Community Response Team (WU-607)WU-607 Bainbridge Prepares: Emergency Medical Responders & the Community Response Team In our last in this six-part series about Bainbridge Prepares, we talk with four key players in the organization that lead and manage disaster response programs and teams that are ready and able to go in emergency situations. Executive Director for Bainbridge Prepares, Loren Best, Roxanne Corff, BI Medical Response Corps, Andrea Chymiy, Medical Reserve Corp and Victor Cheng, CERT Lead (Community Emergency Response Team) join us on What’s Up Bainbridge to discuss these vital programs. For more information about Bainbridge Prepares, th...
2022-09-1421 min
What's Up BainbridgeRight Plant, Right Place (WU-606)If you’re thinking of planting a tree or replacing one on your property, you will want to attend the upcoming Zoom webinar hosted by Autumn Salamack, Bainbridge Island Climate Officer, and Drue Morris, City Arborist. The topic is Right Plant, Right Place: Choosing Appropriate Trees for the Urban Environment, on Wednesday September 14th at 6pm. In this episode of What’s Up Bainbridge, Autumn tells us about the Climate Smart Bainbridge Challenge and the City’s Climate Action Plan and tree-related considerations. Drue explains that choosing the right tree species for the right space will maximize the suc...
2022-09-0810 min
What's Up BainbridgeBainbridge Prepares: Caring for Vulnerable Populations (WU-605)In this episode of What’s Up Bainbridge, we talk with four more leaders from Bainbridge Prepares to discuss caring for vulnerable populations and planning for access and functional needs for the elderly and domestic pets in a natural disaster situation. Reed Price, Rita Elsberry, Suzanne Ferguson and Yasuyo Sousa lead us in a broad ranging discussion that highlights many aspects for all of us to be aware of and thoughtful about. For more information about Bainbridge Prepares and vulnerable populations, including planning for animal care, please go to: https://bainbridgeprepares.org Credits: BCB...
2022-08-2320 min
What's Up BainbridgeThe 10-Minute Play Festival returns to Bainbridge Island! (WU-604)Steve Stolee, a key player in the Island Theatre 10-Minute Play Festival joins us today on What’s Up Bainbridge to discuss the return of the event after a 2-year covid hiatus. He shares some interesting background and perspective about the Island Theatre, its origins and how it operates. You’ll also hear about how the Festival is organized and how to reserve your free tickets. Steve also discusses the upcoming August 2 Meet the Playwrights event at the Bainbridge Public Library. At this session, you will have the opportunity to meet the ten local authors of the...
2022-07-3110 min
What's Up BainbridgeThe Bainbridge Prepares Team discusses Mental well-being, Psychological First Aid and Wellness WU-603In this episode of What’s Up Bainbridge, we talk with Bainbridge Prepares leaders Colleen Huck, Susan James and Mary O’Leary about the many aspects and considerations of dealing with mental well-being issues in a disaster situation. They offer insights and perspectives that are helpful, important and significant as we continue to expand our knowledge base in how to deal with all aspects of life in a difficult and challenging environment. For more information about this Bainbridge Prepares Emergency Response Team and the many others, please go to: https://bainbridgeprepares.org Credits: BCB host, Bob R...
2022-07-2918 min
What's Up BainbridgeFood and Water Resiliency for Bainbridge Island (WU-602)In this episode of our series on Bainbridge Prepares, we talk with food and water leaders, John Fossett and Christian Berg who share their many stories and perspectives regarding these vital aspects of planning for potential disasters. They each have suggestions and ideas on what to think about in planning a system that can withstand and recover from disruptions yet ensures an adequate supply of food and water for all. For more information about Bainbridge Prepares, please go to: https://bainbridgeprepares.org Credits: BCB host, Bob Ross; audio editor, Keith Doughty; publisher, Bob...
2022-07-1520 min
What's Up BainbridgeBainbridge Prepares: The Emergency Flotilla & Family Reunification (WU-601)In this third episode of our 7-part series about Bainbridge Prepares, we explore the concepts of the Emergency Flotilla and Family Reunification that are key elements in the face of any natural disaster. City of Bainbridge Harbormaster, Tami Allen and Kari Seybolt-Murphy, a key spokesperson for Family Reunification Planning for Bainbridge Prepares join us today on What’s Up Bainbridge to discuss these vital and vey connected aspects that become vitally important in emergency situations. For more information about Bainbridge Prepares, and learning more about the Emergency Flotilla and Family Reunification, please go to: https://ba...
2022-07-0518 min
What's Up BainbridgeThe All-Comers Track Meet is Back! (WU-600)Kiwanis Club of Bainbridge Island members Jim Copen, Elizabeth Ozimek and Paul Benton join us today on What’s Up Bainbridge to discuss the return of the very popular All-Comers Track Meet. Not held since 2019 due to the pandemic, the 20-year tradition draws dozens of kids and their parents Monday evenings for six weeks in July and August. In addition to the many age group races, this year there will be two kid-friendly field events, the standing long jump into a sand pit and a safely organized shot put using soft exercise balls. The meets tak...
2022-06-2917 min
What's Up BainbridgeMap Your Neighborhood (MYN) & More! (WU-599)In this second episode of our 7-part series about Bainbridge Prepares, we explore the process of ‘Map Your Neighborhood’ to teach neighbors how to prepare for a disaster. We also explore the importance of faith-based organizations and the important and pivotal roles they always play following disasters. Anne LeSage, Emergency Management Coordinator for the City of Bainbridge Island and Laura Samant, a leader in the Ready Congregations part of the Bainbridge Prepares organization tell us about these important aspects. For more about Bainbridge Prepares, how to organize to Map Your Neighborhood and more information about Ready...
2022-06-1615 min
What's Up BainbridgeBainbridge Island: We’re On It Together! (WU-598)Join us today in this first of a 7-part series about Bainbridge Prepares, an educational nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting our community through communication and awareness and helping to assure the island will be resilient in the face of natural disasters and other calamities. Founder and Board Chair Scott James and 2 key associates, Alice Ostdiek and Phil Fergusson lead us in a discussion about Disaster Hubs, what they are and the very significant role they play in the emergency response team environment. They also explain how you can find the Hub closest to your home. In addition, t...
2022-06-0314 min
What's Up BainbridgeMary Meier, Executive Director of the Bainbridge Island Parks Foundation (WU-597)Mary Meier, Executive Director of the Bainbridge Island Parks Foundation joins us today on What’s Up Bainbridge to discuss the significant and important role the Foundation plays in improving the island’s parks and trails and expanding recreational opportunities. Funded by private donors, grant resources and One Call for All, the Foundation, often in partnership with the BI Metropolitan Park & Recreation District and others has become an essential force for parks and trails projects, stewardship programs and supporting fundraising campaigns. We also learn about Mary and her background that led her to this position. She...
2022-05-0821 min
What's Up BainbridgeEarth Month Bainbridge Island! (WU-595)Diane Landry of BI Zero Waste, Barb Trafton of the Parks Foundation and Morgan Houk from the Metro Parks District join us today on What’s Up Bainbridge to discuss the many events planned in April as we celebrate Earth Month Bainbridge Island. With the strong leadership and direction from Sustainable Bainbridge, over 30 events are planned in partnership with many non-profits to raise awareness and encourage involvement to protect our trees, our island and our planet. Diane, Barb and Morgan, all well-spoken local environmental leaders enthusiastically share many aspects of the month, designed to appeal to the ent...
2022-04-0515 min
What's Up BainbridgeThe FANTASTIC Recreation Programs at BI Metro Parks (WU-594)WU-594 The FANTASTIC Recreation Programs at BI Metro Parks Bryan Garoutte, Recreation Director for Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District joins us today in the What’s Up Bainbridge Studio to discuss his very large and multifaceted job. Along with Park District Commissioner, Dawn Janow, they discuss this very significant and important aspect of the Park District and how it reaches the many members of Bainbridge Island. Bryan shares with us how he got involved in this work that led to the principal position of Recreation Director. Listening to him and the passion for his wor...
2022-03-2218 min
What's Up BainbridgeIs it your turn to volunteer in the Bainbridge Island Parks? WU-592Morgan Houk, Volunteer Coordinator for Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District joins us today in the What’s Up Bainbridge Studio to discuss her challenging and very rewarding job. Along with Park District Commissioner, Dawn Janow, they discuss the important roles volunteers play to make the parks enjoyable for everyone. We learn of the numerous opportunities to volunteer from helping to maintain over forty miles of island trails, removing noxious weeds and planting native species to helping with special events, coaching sports and being a summer camp assistant. In this series, we continue to examine man...
2022-02-1620 min
What's Up BainbridgeThe remarkable trails in the Bainbridge Island Metro Parks (WU-589)Bainbridge Island Parks Trail Coordinator Sean Smith-Sell joins Commissioner Dawn Janow and host Bob Ross in this episode of What’s Up Bainbridge to discuss the extensive park trails system. Sean shares his enthusiasm about trails and discusses all aspects of trail development from initial location through construction and maintenance. He also discusses the key role that volunteers play in terms of keeping the trails program vibrant and always accessible. For more information about Bainbridge Island Metro Parks and the extensive trails system, go to: https://biparks.org or call 206-842-2302 Credits: BCB...
2021-12-1619 min
What's Up BainbridgeBainbridge Prepares and BI Metro Parks District (WU-587)Dawn Janow, Chairperson of the Park Board of Commissioners and Scott James, the founder and Board Chair of Bainbridge Prepares join us on What’s Up Bainbridge in another of our several part series about the Park & Recreation District. We’ll explore the history of the organization, why and how it was formed, some of the many significant changes that have occurred over the years and the many unique and varied experiences it provides for island residents of all ages. Scott discusses the unique and important partnership between Bainbridge Prepares and the Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation Distr...
2021-11-1817 min
What's Up BainbridgeBainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District (WU-585)Dawn Janow, Chairperson of the Park Board of Commissioners and Emily Swift, Community Outreach Coordinator join us on What’s Up Bainbridge to kick off our several part series about the Park & Recreation District. We’ll explore the history of the organization, why and how it was formed, some of the many significant changes that have occurred over the years and the many unique and varied experiences it provides for island residents of all ages. In this edition we discuss several aspects including the new website for the Bainbridge Island Recreation Center (BIRC) and its open house, this...
2021-10-0118 min
What's Up BainbridgeFamily Fun and Amazing Scholarships with Bainbridge Island Kiwanis (WU-581) Three members of the Bainbridge Kiwanis Club join us today on What’s Up Bainbridge to talk about the many community-oriented programs sponsored by the group. Jim Copen, John Jay and John Baggett discuss the remarkable scholarship program and the upcoming Family Fun Day scheduled for Saturday, August 14 from 10 – 4 at Seabold Church, 6894 Seabold Church Road. Bring a blanket and a picnic lunch and play the famous Kiwanis Mini Golf. Other Kiwanis programs are also discussed: All Comers Track Meets - Six community track meets at Bainbridge H.S. beginning early July and running through...
2021-08-0617 min
What's Up BainbridgeThe Levy Lift Explained ! (WU-579)WU-579 The Levy Lid Lift Explained ! Dawn Janow, Chair of the Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District Commissioners joins us on What’s Up Bainbridge to discuss the Levy Lid Lift proposal and the purchase of the Bainbridge Athletic Club. Dawn explains what the levy lid lift is, the cost to the tax payer, the importance of the additional funds and how they will be used for deferred maintenance projects and much needed repairs in the popular Aquatic Center. She also discusses the benefits of acquiring the Bainbridge Athletic Club. Credits: BCB...
2021-08-0218 min
What's Up BainbridgeBainbridge Youth Talent Showcase WU-578Bainbridge Youth Talent Showcase Are you a creative expression teacher or student? You now have a community platform where you can submit a video and share your talents with a virtual audience! Live performances have been put on hold this past year during the pandemic, but a local voice teacher sparked the idea of a virtual outlet for students to perform what they’ve been working on. Arts & Humanities Bainbridge is sponsoring a new youth program called Bainbridge Talent Showcase It is described as a “virtual stage for the community’s creative youth and to...
2021-05-0113 min
What's Up BainbridgeClimate Action on Bainbridge & Managing Food Waste (WU-577)Climate Action Bainbridge is sponsoring a community virtual forum Carbon Footprint of Food Waste Tuesday April 27th 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm “The goal of the Forum is to expand people’s understanding of issues related to climate change and energy.” In this episode of What’s Up Bainbridge, Deb Rudnick, of Bainbridge Watershed Council, and Diane Landry, of Zero Waste, explain that food waste is an area of climate change where everyone can make an impact in their daily lives. And within our community we are partnering with local farmers, restauran...
2021-04-2412 min
What's Up BainbridgeThe Bainbridge Island Bargain Boutique (WU-575)Judy Lindsley of the Seattle Children’s Hospital Bainbridge Island Bargain Boutique joins us in this edition of What’s Up Bainbridge to discuss the importance of this Island institution. Judy provides an historical overview of the organization, the mission and the important services it provides to many children in the region by raising funds and community awareness. In 1991 the retail stores were all brought together to form the Retail Division. Today there are 5 Thrift Stores, now called Bargain Boutiques: Redmond, Kent, Olympia, Bainbridge Island, and Tricities. The Bainbridge Island Bargain Boutique opened in 1968...
2021-03-2818 min
What's Up BainbridgeCreating a remarkable Transportation Plan for Bainbridge Island WU-573Did you know that almost 60% of the population are often not comfortable riding or walking to public spaces because they don’t feel safe doing so? What if we could make our streets and paths safer for children to ride their bicycle to school? You’ll hear discussion on these questions and more at the special City Council session on March 16th @ 5:00 pm. Leaders from several community organizations will participate in the study session to listen to Gil Penalosa, world-class expert in creating solutions that enable people to connect and access public spaces safely. In this...
2021-03-1220 min
What's Up BainbridgeThe Future of the Grand Forest in a Changing Climate WU-572Host Barb Trafton, Executive Director of the Bainbridge Island Parks Foundation leads a group conversation of specialists regarding the popular Grand Forest in a changing climate environment. Participants include Dan Hamlin, Park Services Director at the Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Rec District; Jared Moravec, Deputy Chief at the Bainbridge Island Fire Department and Stuart Johnson, Landscape designer at AHBL, a multi-disciplinary Landscape Architecture Firm, and a researcher at the Grand Forest. The conversation invites the listener to participate in thinking about what does forest health mean and to become actively involved in this much beloved op...
2021-03-0629 min
What's Up BainbridgeThe Moritani Preserve ~ A Climate-Resilient Forest on Bainbridge (WU-571)Barb Trafton, Executive Director of the Bainbridge Island Parks Foundation leads a group of inspired experts to discuss the new management plan for the Moritani Preserve in this episode of What's Up Bainbridge. Joined by Maryann Kirby, Landscape Designer and Chair of the Friends of Moritani Preserve, Malloree Weinheimer, CEO of Chickadee Forestry and Jay Kinney, Elected Commissioner of the Bainbridge Island Metropolitan Park and Recreation District, they present a conversation about the pocket forest, including its history and the goals of the new management plan and community engagement to support a climate-resilient forest in this beloved Wi...
2021-02-2135 min
What's Up BainbridgeA Bainbridge Island Family and their Worldwide Adventures (WU-563)In this What’s Up Bainbridge edition, we explore the many adventures of Marcela Sandoval, her husband United Nations Diplomat Richard Ragan and their twins Coco and Carter. They share stories from living in many places around the globe, what they’ve learned and how they adjust as a family, individually and together. Richard who currently heads up the UN World Food Program in Bangladesh, joins us from there and discusses the meaningfulness of the WFP’s recent Nobel Peace Prize award.
2020-11-1327 min
What's Up BainbridgeBainbridge Stay at Home Companion #8 (WU-558)The eighth and final episode of Bainbridge Stay at Home Companion, “The Next First Step,” is hosted by Pete Benson and produced by Miranda Feldtman, Liz Ellis, Matt Longmire, Ann Wilkinson-Ellis, and John Ellis. “May I Have Your Attention Please: This is REALLY Your Captain Speaking” Featuring Travis Samson and Tim Koivu Written by Miranda Feldtman and Liz Ellis Edited by Travis Samson “Animal Radio” Written by Layne DeGrow and Liz Ellis Performed (with significant improvements) by Henry Epp, Justin Lynn, JC Figueroa, Jesse Smith, Catherine MacLeod, Cynthia Lair, Layne DeGrow, Ted...
2020-06-2424 min
What's Up BainbridgeBainbridge Stay at Home Companion #7 (WU-557)The seventh episode of Bainbridge Stay At Home Companion, “Through The Grey,” is hosted by Madelaine Figueroa and produced by Miranda Feldtman, Liz Ellis, Matt Longmire, Ann Wilkinson-Ellis, and John Ellis. “May I Have Your Attention Please: The Love Boat” Featuring Ann Wilkinson-Ellis and Ryan O’Donnell Written by Miranda Feldtman and Liz Ellis Edited by Liz Ellis “The Time Capsule” Performed and produced by Dan Rosenberg Written by Dan Rosenberg with Raffi Minasian and Eric Schiemer “BI PI: Finish What You Startered” Written by Miranda Feldtman Featuring Ji...
2020-06-1719 min
What's Up BainbridgeBainbridge Stay at Home Companion #6 (WU-556)The sixth episode of Bainbridge Stay At Home Companion, “Cultivating Stillness” is hosted by Diane Walker and produced by Miranda Feldtman, Liz Ellis, Matt Longmire, Ann Wilkinson-Ellis, and John Ellis. “May I Have Your Attention Please: Let Me Finish” Featuring Robert Craighead, Jennifer Behrens Pippin-Montanez, and Bob Downing Adapted from “Let Me Finish” by Dan Rosenberg Edited by Liz Ellis “Bad Advice With Dr. Bhama: Working From Home” Featuring Bhama Roget in conversation with Leigh Noffsinger Produced by Ann Wilkinson-Ellis Edited by Liz Ellis...
2020-06-1025 min
What's Up BainbridgeBainbridge Stay at Home Companion #5 (WU-555)This fifth episode of Bainbridge Stay At Home Companion, “The Lonely Guru,” is hosted by Mike Lisagor and produced by Miranda Feldtman, Liz Ellis, Matt Longmire, Ann Wilkinson-Ellis, and John Ellis. “May I Have Your Attention Please: Curtain Speech”Featuring Evelyn Cantwell Written (with love) by Evelyn Cantwell and Miranda Feldtman Edited by Liz Ellis “Are We There Yet? Part II”Featuring the voices of Reece Martine, Ocean Door, Rowan & Lockie Martin, Sera Pryde, and Harlow & Mabel Greene in conversation with Ann Wilkinson-Ellis Edited by Liz Ellis “The Lonely Guru”
2020-06-0323 min
What's Up BainbridgeBainbridge Stay at Home Companion #4 (WU-553)The fourth episode of Bainbridge Stay At Home Companion, “Fowl-Weather Friends,” is hosted by Dominique Cantwell and produced by Miranda Feldtman, Liz Ellis, Matt Longmire, Ann Wilkinson-Ellis, and John Ellis. “May I Have Your Attention Please: Seagull Edition” Featuring Nathan Whitehouse and Max Levit Edited by Liz Ellis and Travis Samson “Shakespeare in the Dark: Henry IVd” Featuring Bhama Roget, John Ellis, Madelaine Figueroa, and Hope Koon, and Brian Feldtman in conversation with Miranda Feldtman Edited by Brian Feldtman “Of A Feather” Written by Wendy Wallace Featuring Pete Benson, Matty...
2020-05-2733 min
What's Up BainbridgePaul Merriman gives Online Financial Education series in June (WU-552)What have been the most important changes made in investing in the last 50 years? What drove these changes and what can be learned from them? Are we all doomed, or are the investment markets within normal range? What should young people know now as they enter the job market? Join us for this series of online financial webinars, to be given by our own Paul Merriman June 2, 3 and 10. These talks will be done using Zoom, the online video conferencing system that many of us have used in these interesting times. The talks are free and open to all...
2020-05-2709 min
What's Up BainbridgeBainbridge Stay at Home Companion #3 (WU-551)It’s time for “It’s All Relative(s),” Episode 3 of the Bainbridge Stay at Home Companion, featuring music by Noah Byrd; excerpts from the upcoming Covid Monologues; conversations with island youngsters; and musings from Dan Rosenberg – along with some more useful missives from the folks at Bainbridge Prepares. This week’s “May I Have Your Attention Please” segment, “My Wife’s Sister,” was written by Miranda Feldtman, and read and riffed on by Chris Soldevilla. These segments are edited by Travis Samson. Our host this week is Dan Rosenberg. You can learn more about him at danrosenberg.co...
2020-05-2020 min
What's Up BainbridgeBainbridge Stay At Home Companion #2 (WU-550)In “Embracing Chaos,” Episode 2 of the Bainbridge Stay At Home Companion, a private investigator finds herself in hot water when one dangerously hot stranger comes to her for help. In addition, Liz Ellis sits down with Guy Sidora to talk about the power of radio and share the words of Frank Buxton; we hear a song from Baywitch; and you’ll get further tips from our friends at Bainbridge Prepares. Enliven your quarantine experience by listening to this harrowing tale of what happens when the Island’s foremost gumshoe encounters a mystery down at the local speakeasy. Enjoy a...
2020-05-1326 min
What's Up BainbridgeBainbridge Stay At Home Companion #1 (WU-549)Announcing the Bainbridge Stay At Home Companion! A weekly podcast in the What’s Up Bainbridge Feed from Bainbridge Performing Arts, Bainbridge Prepares, and BCB. Every week starting this Tuesday we’ll bring you updates, comedy, music, and conversation with your fellow islanders. In the first episode, listen to Dr. Bhama Roget dispensing terrible advice, what happens when eligible bachelor Mr. Inslee visits the ladies of Bunchington Park, plus a song from Alex Fermanis.
2020-05-0627 min
What's Up BainbridgeLeslie Schneider, Mayor of City of Bainbridge Island (WU-547Leslie Schneider, the Mayor of Bainbridge Island discusses how the City Council approaches it works during this period of ‘Stay Home, Stay Safe’. She talks about the current work of the Council including the filling of the South Ward vacancy and how the Council is utilizing zoom technology to encourage participation with the community. The Mayor explains how one can easily arrange for participating in the City Council meetings by going to the City of Bainbridge website where minutes of all past meetings are available and agendas for next meetings. www.bainbridgewa.gov She...
2020-05-0419 min
What's Up BainbridgeWe’re all in this together! WU-546As we deal with COVID-19 outbreak, many of us on Bainbridge Island are wondering where we might go for help or where we can volunteer in our community. Listen here to Loren Bast, Executive Director of Bainbridge Prepares discuss how his organization is responding to the current COVID-19 crisis. Loren shares with us how Bainbridge Prepares joined Recovers.org, a non-profit organization in helping communities deal with disaster preparedness. They offer a platform that enables easy access for community members to see resources and regularly updated news from businesses and services on Bainbridge Island. In...
2020-03-2221 min
What's Up BainbridgeAwakening, a winter concert of voices and strings February 15 at BPA (WU-541)Stephanie Harris, Executive Director of Bainbridge Chorale and Ginny Hawkins join us in this edition of What’s Up Bainbridge to discuss the exciting news about the upcoming performance of ‘Awakening’. The winter concert, a joint production by Constellation Choir and Bridges, a string orchestra, is the inspiration of Harris and Hawkins, collaborating to form a presentation of a mixed-voice ensemble dedicated to exploring the unique repertoire of voice and strings. ‘Awakening' will be presented, Saturday, February 15 at 7:30 pm at Bainbridge Performing Arts. Suggested donations will be gladly accepted at the door at 200 Madison Avenue North, Bainbridge Island. Childre...
2020-02-0814 min
What's Up BainbridgeBI Modern Quilt Guild Show (ARTS - 041)Deb Wuensch, president of the Bainbridge Island Modern Quilt Guild, discusses the mission of the Guild, the current yearly challenge and the stirring and informative resulting show coming to the Bainbridge Library in November. She defines some of the modern quilting techniques and explains many different opportunities the Guild offers in supporting this creative element in the community. The Bainbridge Island Modern Quilt Guild does a lot in our community, having just finished the annual Bainbridge Island Quilt Festival in September and continuing to support the nationally recognized American Hero Quilts project. They offer workshops once a year...
2019-10-2519 min
Arts and Artists on BainbridgeBI Modern Quilt Guild Show (ARTS - 041)Deb Wuensch, president of the Bainbridge Island Modern Quilt Guild, discusses the mission of the Guild, the current yearly challenge and the stirring and informative resulting show coming to the Bainbridge Library in November. She defines some of the modern quilting techniques and explains many different opportunities the Guild offers in supporting this creative element in the community. The Bainbridge Island Modern Quilt Guild does a lot in our community, having just finished the annual Bainbridge Island Quilt Festival in September and continuing to support the nationally recognized American Hero Quilts project. They offer workshops once a year...
2019-10-2519 min
What's Up BainbridgeJoin the Bainbridge Beach Cleanup Saturday, September 28! (WU-527)Bring your friends and family to the island’s beaches on Sunday, September 28, and help keep our beaches clean and free of materials that can both damage wildlife and adversely affect our own food chain. In this podcast Sustainable Bainbridge board member Christine Perkins talks with Deb Rudnick, an environmental scientist and chair of the Bainbridge Island Watershed Council, about the many local, national, and international organizations involved in international coastal cleanup, and what we as concerned citizens can do — not just on Beach Cleanup Day, but every day — to improve the health and beauty of our enviro...
2019-09-1713 min
Arts and Artists on BainbridgeArtwork from the new Land Trust Book at the Bainbridge Library (ARTS-038)The Bainbridge Island Land Trust has produced a glorious new book full of photographs, illustrations and stories celebrating 30 years of protection and stewardship of the natural elements on our island. Natural Bainbridge: Working Together to Protect Our Island connects information about ecosystems with the roles played by the Land Trust and other stewards as they continue preserving areas for future generations. In this podcast BILT board members Zan Merriman and Erin Kellogg share their perspectives from the two-year project, as well as thoughts on BILT, stewardship, how each of us can help, and where we ca...
2019-07-1911 min
Arts and Artists on BainbridgeArtist Joanie Klorer at the Bainbridge Library (ARTS-037)How do you capture a storm on canvas? Artist Joanie Klorer grew up in Tornado Alley, and after a career helping others find therapeutic resolution through art she's carried her own awareness of time, place, and storms into abstract paintings she'll share at the Bainbridge Island Library for the month of July. During her nearly four decades as a social worker, Joanie found art was a great way to help people -- especially non-verbal clients -- express their hearts and experiences. Today she uses her art to achieve the same objective for herself, drawing on her experience...
2019-06-2022 min
Who's On BainbridgeMeet Bainbridge native Molly Malcolm Hayner, now an actress in Barcelona (WHO-056)Actor Molly Malcolm Hayner grew up on Bainbridge Island, majored in theater at U.W., and has been acting in Barcelona, Spain for twenty years. Molly, who speaks English, Spanish and Catalan, has worked on a variety of international film and television projects. This year saw her playing Billy Connolly’s wife, Michelle, in the Hollywood production Wild Oats, starring Shirley MacLaine and Jessica Lange. She also took on a leading role in Jose Pozo’s feature, Nick. Additional credits include the Emmy-nominated British TV Series, Any Human Heart, and the Atresmedia/BBC Worldwide Series, The Refugees. TV Movi...
2019-03-1117 min
Arts and Artists on BainbridgeArtist Cynthia Lait at the Bainbridge Library (ARTS-035)Curious about the artist behind the new murals in the ferry terminal? Meet Cynthia Lait when her new exhibit opens at the Bainbridge Island Library on Friday Evening, April 5th. Ever since Cynthia Lait can remember, she’s been creating art. From drawing horses as a child, to rising early as a young mother to get some studio time before getting her kids off to school and herself to work to her current situation of having her studio set up the way she likes it, Cynthia likes to be creative. She took the occasional art cla...
2019-03-1020 min
Who's On BainbridgeIsland Treasure Steve Stolee (WHO-054)Bainbridge Islander Steve Stolee, founder and president of Island Theatre, has been named one of our newest Island Treasures. As an actor, photographer, designer, director and videographer, Steve has been documenting Bainbridge Island, its stories, and its inhabitants for years. Listen here to find out what inspires him and how Island Theatre got its start. Born in North Dakota, Steve spent his twenties in Alaska before coming to Bainbridge Island in 1979. Initially working in construction, his first appearance on the BPA stage was in 1981. Over time he was in a number of shows there, eventually serving on t...
2019-03-0220 min
Arts and Artists on BainbridgeArs Poetica comes to the Bainbridge Library (ARTS-034)Ars Poetica -- the pairing of art and poetry -- is now coming to Bainbridge. Selected poems are being paired with photos from members of the Bainbridge Island Photo Club and will be on display at the Bainbridge Public Library, opening March 1. The annual Kitsap County event, which is now in its eighth year, invites poets to submit their work to a panel of judges. Area artists then choose from the winning poems and create art inspired by the chosen poetry. The end results will soon be visible at Collective Visions Gallery in Bremerton, at...
2019-02-1418 min
Arts and Artists on BainbridgeBehind the scenes at Celluloid Bainbridge (ARTS-030)In anticipation of Celluloid Bainbridge's upcoming 20th anniversary retrospective (November 17-18), festival founder Kathleen Thorne and Lynwood Theatre maven TJ Faddis talk with BCB host John Fossett about the history, technical challenges, and highlights of this iconic film festival. Over the last 20 years of the festival there have been numerous surprises. Listen here and learn about the Trojan Horse, the true test of a Bainbridge Islander, the superstition surrounding one film, which filmmaker has TWO films in the festival (one under an assumed name), Kathleen's own surprising contribution to the festival, and what's a cowboy hat got t...
2018-11-1014 min
Who's On BainbridgeOral history with Karen Beierle (WHO-050)Who remembers when the first television came to Bainbridge Island? Listen here as lifelong Island resident Karen McCormic Beierle shares her memories of growing up on Bainbridge, including the 1949 earthquake that destroyed the Pleasant Beach School. Born in the late 1930s, Karen grew up in the Point White/Lynwood area. She left the island briefly to attend college and begin a teaching career, then returned to raise a family here in the home she and her husband still occupy in Fletcher Bay. In this 19-minute podcast excerpted from a one hour and 47 minute interview with BIH...
2018-09-0317 min
Who's On BainbridgeOral History with Chuck Callaham (WHO-049)Listen here as lifelong Island resident Chuck Callaham shares memories of growing up on Bainbridge, including biking, ice skating, and the early days of the Bainbridge Island Fire Department. Chuck moved to Bainbridge Island with his family as a young child in the mid-1930s. He grew up in Winslow and now lives in the Seabold area. In this 16-minute podcast, excerpted from a one hour and 32 minute interview with BIHM volunteer Tom Arnold, Chuck describes life in Winslow the 1930s and 1940s, including some of his experiences growing up in the town and descriptions of some of...
2018-07-0116 min
Arts and Artists on BainbridgeYou can help Artist Amy D'Apice capture "Vanishing Bainbridge" (ARTS-024)Painter and long-time Bainbridge resident Amy D'Apice is seeking subjects to paint for her newest project, entitled "Vanishing Bainbridge." Listen here and learn how you can help her capture what remains of old Bainbridge before it dies away. Amy moved to Bainbridge Island in 1986 and raised her family here. But having lived in Thailand for the past five years—except for her summers on Bainbridge—she feels particularly impacted by the changing landscape of our fair island, and has decided to capture as much of what's left of “old Bainbridge” as she can with her pens and paintbrush...
2018-06-3017 min
Who's On BainbridgeOral History with Pickleball inventor Barney McCallum (WHO-047)Listen here to the first of our Bainbridge Island Oral History podcasts as Pickleball inventor Barney McCallum describes summers on Bainbridge Island in the 1930s and 40s and tells the story of his famous invention. Barney has been a summer resident of Pleasant Beach on Bainbridge Island since his boyhood in the early 1930s. He grew up in Davenport, Washington but launched a successful business career in Seattle after graduating from the University of Washington in the late 1950s. He continues to summer on Pleasant Beach today. In this 12-minute podcast excerpted from a one ho...
2018-06-0412 min
Who's On BainbridgeJonathan Evison to launch Lawn Boy April 2 at BARN (WHO-046)Bainbridge native son and bestselling author Jonathan Evison will be launching his newest book, Lawn Boy, on Monday, April 2 from 6:30-9 at BARN. In this podcast Jonathan's long-time friend and editor, Jim Thomsen, talks with him at length about their experiences growing up on Bainbridge, touching on racism, wealth disparity, favorite dive bars and more as they explore what it takes to create a best-selling novel. Whether you're an old-time Bainbridge Islander, a new resident, or just fascinated by the process of writing, you're sure to enjoy this entertaining and irreverent look at the pros...
2018-03-2847 min
Arts and Artists on BainbridgeJennifer Waldron's "Company for Dinner" art exhibit at the Bainbridge Library (ARTS-018)In this podcast, BCB host John Fossett chats with artist Jennifer Waldron, whose new exhibit, "Company for Dinner," will open at the Bainbridge Public Library on Friday, April 6, from 5 to 7. Listen here to learn about Jennifer's process, her background, her inspirations, and the dedication of intention that keeps her colorful and imaginative paintings fresh and new. Each painting invites a story, so if you want to stimulate your imagination, be sure to stop by the library during the month of April, to meet -- and join -- the delightful characters who comprise Jennifer's "Company for...
2018-03-2518 min
Who's On BainbridgeCultural Champion Sallie Maron (WHO-043)In this podcast, Sallie Maron, winner of Bainbridge Island's first ever Cultural Champion award, is interviewed by Catherine Camp, Sallie's successor as the Board Chair of Bainbridge Artisan Resource Network (BARN). Just what IS a Cultural Champion? Bainbridge Island's new Cultural Champion award defines it as person who works tirelessly to enhance the cultural riches of the island without necessarily being a practitioner in the arts and humanities -- and Sallie Maron is the perfect exemplar of that role. The child of a US Marine, Sallie spent her early years moving to a new town...
2018-02-2216 min
Arts and Artists on BainbridgeSuzette Ruys' portraits of Persistent Women at the Bainbridge Library (ARTS-017)Looking to celebrate Women's History month? Get inspired by local artist Suzette Ruys' portraits of 15 "Persistent Women," opening Friday, March 2 from 6-9 pm at the Bainbridge Public Library. The paintings feature fifteen tenacious women, each of whom took a stand against injustice. Their work falls into a variety of arenas, including politics, environmental defense, women’s rights, labor organizing, civil rights, and more. “There were so many great women to pick from that I could have painted for years,” says Ruys, a local artist and designer who studied at the Rhode Island School of Design. “Research...
2018-02-0919 min
Who's On BainbridgeIsland Treasure John Ellis (WHO-042)Actor, artist, entrepreneur, philanthropist and Edge co-founder John Ellis has just been named an Island Treasure. In this podcast interview, John talks with his daughter Liz about his lifelong interest in art and theater. On the Island John is perhaps best known as co-founder (with the late Frank Buxton) of the Edge Improv troupe, which has been performing monthly at BPA for over 22 years. But he has a number of other talents as well: • As an actor, he has delighted audiences in numerous roles at BPA, such as Nick Bottom in Midsummer Night's Dream and, most...
2018-02-0518 min
Who's On BainbridgePopular BCB host Channie Peters talks about change (WHO-039)Meet Channie Peters, longtime Bainbridge Island volunteer and host of over 150 BCB podcast interviews. Channie and her husband, BCB founder Barry Peters, will be moving away shortly; in this podcast BCB host Christina Hulet talks with Channie about her experiences and observations living on the island for 16 years – what’s changed, what our strengths are, and what we could do differently as a community. A very active member of our community, Channie is perhaps best known for helping her husband Barry launch Bainbridge Community Broadcasting (BCB) in 2014. But in addition to hosting interviews for BCB and...
2017-09-2522 min
Who's On BainbridgeBCB Founder Barry Peters (WHO-040)Community has always been a passion for BCB founder Barry Peters, who with his wife, Channie, will be leaving Bainbridge Island this fall to join their daughter and grandchildren in Denver, Colorado. It was that passion for Community that drove Peters, who moved to Bainbridge Island in 2001, to help found Sustainable Bainbridge in 2005, and to serve on the Bainbridge City Council from 2008 to 2011. But this podcast is about his years with Bainbridge Community Broadcasting, which he founded in May of 2014 specifically to help build community. BCB is the first community-focused podcasting organization in the country...
2017-09-2323 min
Who's On BainbridgeCommunity benefactor and former mayor Dwight Sutton (WHO-038)In this 46-minute podcast conversation, we meet Dwight Sutton, who came to Bainbridge Island in 1971 and has since served our community in uncountable ways. He shares his insights about what makes for a great community, and why community values matter. He explains what initially drew him to Bainbridge Island, and how he initially commuted daily to his work as director of the Virginia Mason research center and as a faculty member of the University of Washington Medical School. And he offers many stories and anecdotes about the history of our island from the 1970s to the present.
2017-09-0446 min
Tastes of BainbridgeBainbridge Island Blueberry Company (TAST-046)The clatter of metal buckets and the squeals of children: everyday sounds, this time of year, at Bainbridge Island's u-pick blueberry farm. Listen here as Bainbridge Island Blueberry Company owner Stacy Lewars joins us on Tastes of Bainbridge to tell the story behind her surprising venture into the farming of blueberries, a fruit long recognized as highly beneficial and rich in anti-oxidants. Why purchase a farm previously run by a single family for several decades? Standing in the midst of her several hundred blueberry plants, Stacy discusses her passion for this work and shares some...
2017-08-3115 min
Who's On BainbridgeTJ Faddis and the Lynwood Theater (WHO-037)The Lynwood Theater could very well be the “Who” of this Who’s On Bainbridge podcast, since its presence in this small community contributes to making Bainbridge such a special place to live. But it was TJ Faddis who turned this old and ordinary theater into the art theater it is today. From 2000 until 2011, TJ managed and curated foreign films and documentaries at Bainbridge’s iconic art theater at Lynwood Center. Over that time the Lynwood became a place where islanders could come, spend a couple of hours watching a film, and return home feeling uplifted, stimulated, and with...
2017-08-0826 min
Arts and Artists on BainbridgeKate Carruthers is honored as 2017 Island Treasure (ARTS-013)Listen in on Kate Carruthers' fascinating conversation with BCB host Channie Peters. You'll hear about Kate’s love for theatre, which has been a strong thread throughout her life, even during her very successful career as an attorney and Bainbridge Island's municipal judge. Theatre has been Kate’s first love since her first high school play and her years majoring in theatre in college. Her intention to continue theatre arts in graduate school was sidetracked by the need to embark on a career that would support herself and two young daughters. She describes her choice of a legal...
2017-02-0924 min
The Lonely Hour#14 Our Host, Julia Bainbridge, Tells Her StoryOur host Julia Bainbridge attempts to answer why she's doing this podcast, and shares what's in store for season two.
2016-10-2600 min
Who's On BainbridgeMeet BARN's first executive director - Mark Nichols (WHO-035)In this 20-minute podcast, board member Catherine Camp of the Bainbridge Artisan Resource Network (BARN) interviews BARN's first executive director, Mark Nichols, who was hired one month ago after a nationwide search. Mark joins BARN on the eve of its exciting planned move in early 2017 from its existing facilities for artisans and their studios in Rolling Bay to a magnificent two-story building now under construction at the site of the former Christmas tree farm off New Brooklyn Road. Mark recounts his multi-faceted professional career -- ranging from creative roles in themed entertainment organizations like Disney...
2016-10-1420 min
Tastes of BainbridgeBainbridge Island Fruit Club (TAST-027)From BCB... http://bestofbcb.org/tast-027-bainbridge-island-fruit-club/ This week Darren Murphy, president of the recently formed Bainbridge Island Fruit Club, comes to the BCB broadcast table at the Farmers’ Market. Listen as Darren tells BCB host Bob Ross about the newly formed club, its goals and expectations, and the many club activities happening now and planned for the future. Darren discusses many of the more typical fruits grown on Bainbridge and some of the challenges of managing them from planting through harvest. An obvious expert in fruit cultivation and management, he talks about apples, pears, plums...
2016-08-2926 min
Who's On BainbridgeSusie Burdick is new president of Rotary's Bainbridge chapter (WHO-033)In this 18-minute podcast, we meet the enthusiastic and convivial executive director of the Children's Discovery Museum of Bainbridge, Susie Burdick, who this week starts her one-year term as President of Rotary of Bainbridge Island. Susie brings decades of experience leading nonprofits in theater, culture, and human services. And she's obviously inspired to take the helm of the local Rotary chapter, which has a well-deserved reputation as a very active local service organization that supports so many good causes -- both locally and internationally. Susie starts by sharing the excitement and inspiration she gained by...
2016-07-1518 min
Tastes of BainbridgeUniquely Bainbridge: Founders are also innovators at Heyday Farm (TAST-020)In this 30-minute podcast conversation with Steve Romein and Ty Cramer, we meet the husband and wife who are the founders and innovators at a uniquely Bainbridge Island farm, store and destination for lodging and farm-kitchen meals, Heyday Farm. This podcast is a combination of personal stories and anecdotes by Ty and Steve, and a set of insights into the latest new offerings of an innovative island farm and business. Steve talks about growing up in a traditional farm community in the mid-west. Ty describes how they found the properties that became their farmlands. They explain that...
2016-05-3031 min
Bainbridge Island SpecialsBainbridge Schools Foundation Seminar (SPEC-006)From BCB... http://bestofbcb.org/spec-006-bainbridge-schools-foundation-seminar/ This is a recording of a seminar sponsored by Bainbridge Schools Foundation on the subject “The State of Education on Bainbridge Island.” On Tuesday, May 11, The Bainbridge Schools Foundation gathered a group of education experts and politicians at IslandWood to address funding, staffing, and other challenges affecting the Bainbridge Island School System. Panelists for this event included: State Senator Christine Rolfes of Bainbridge Island, who has been a leader in legislative efforts to achieve ample funding for public education in our state; Attorney Tom Ahearne, an a...
2016-05-121h 47
Who's On BainbridgeStoryShare on the Bainbridge Public Library (WHO-030)From BCB... http://bestofbcb.org/who-030-storyshare-on-bainbridge-library/ This episode of BCB’s StoryShare podcast series is all about the Bainbridge Public Library. Join BCB host Jack Armstrong as he talks with retired head librarian Cindy Harrison and long-time library volunteer Trese Williamson about the long history of libraries on Bainbridge Island. Listen and learn about the unique public/private partnership between Bainbridge Public Library, the nonprofit organization that manages the library facility itself, and Kitsap Regional Library, which employs the staff, provides the books, and offers technical and administrative support. Cindy an...
2016-04-1330 min
Who's On BainbridgeEnvironmental activist Wayne Daley (WHO-028)From BCB... http://bestofbcb.org/who-028-wayne-daley/
In this episode of BCB’s StoryShare podcast series, BCB host Jack Armstrong talks with longtime Bainbridge resident, fisheries expert and environmental activist Wayne Daley.
Daley, a Montana native who worked at Boeing for many years, went back to school at age 40 to follow his passion for fisheries. In 1979, shortly after finishing school, he moved to Bainbridge Island, and he served as a member of the Planning Commission for the City of Winslow and Bainbridge Island during the 1991 transition to incorporation. In his 37 years on the island he has...
2016-03-1719 min
Who's On BainbridgeStoryShare with Donna Moore (WHO-026)From BCB... http://bestofbcb.org/who-026-storyshare-donna-moore/
In this episode of BCB’s StoryShare series, host Jack Armstrong talks with longtime Bainbridge Island resident Donna Moore about her experiences and observations about life on Bainbridge and what makes it such a special place to live.
Like many residents, Donna found her way here without any intention of having it become her home, but she immediately felt an attraction that caused her to move to the island soon thereafter.
During the interview she describes Bainbridge as she experienced it 40 years ago, including businesses and at...
2016-02-2920 min
Arts and Artists on Bainbridge2016 Island Treasure Denise Harris has done it all (Arts-008)In February 2016, the Bainbridge Island Arts and Humanities Council conferred one of the two 2016 Island Treasure Awards on Denise Harris.
Growing up with a big family in the Pacific Palisades, the multi-talented Denise Harris and her five siblings were encouraged to pursue whatever interested them in arts and music. At one point Denise even decided she'd learn to play every instrument in the orchestra! But after mastering several instruments she began branching out, expanding her artistic scope to become a sculptor, set designer, singer, actress, and much, much more.
Nothing seems to be beyond her...
2016-02-2028 min
Arts and Artists on BainbridgeArtist-filmmaker and 2016 Island Treasure Cameron Snow (ARTS-007)In February 2016, the Bainbridge Island Arts and Humanities Association conferred one of its two 2016 Island Treasure Awards on Cameron Snow.
Since she picked up her first camcorder in 2000, painter, sculptor, world traveler and now filmmaker Cameron Snow has produced over a dozen films documenting the life and environment of Bainbridge Island.
Newly designated as one of this year's Island Treasures, Cameron and her diplomat husband, Chris Snow, have lived in many interesting countries, but it wasn't until they chose to retire on Bainbridge Island that she turned her artistic eye as a painter and sculptor t...
2016-02-1118 min
Who's On BainbridgeUCC Minister Dee Eisenhauer (WHO-024)From BCB... http://bestofbcb.org/who-024-dee-eisenhauer/
In this, the third interview in the new BCB series called “Clergy on Bainbridge”, we meet with Dee Eisenhauer, the longtime pastor of Eagle Harbor Congregational Church on Bainbridge Island, affiliated with the United Church of Christ.
Reflecting on her extended pastorate on Bainbridge, Dee looks ahead to what she hopes to gain from an upcoming sabbatical — both in terms of rejuvenation and a deeper understanding of the history and characteristics of Bainbridge Island and environs.
EHCC is the oldest continuing congregation on the island, and Dee sa...
2016-01-1119 min
Who's On BainbridgeMeet Yes! Magazine's Fran Korten (WHO-023)From BCB... http://bestofbcb.org/who-023-yes-magazines-fran-korten/
Yes! Magazine was founded on Bainbridge Island and has had its headquarters here for nearly 20 years. The magazine's charter is to reframe the biggest problems of our time in terms of their solutions, outlining a path forward with in-depth analysis, tools for citizen engagement, and stories about real people working for a better world.
In this podcast, Fran Korten, publisher of Yes!, talks with host Jack Armstrong about the role the magazine plays in encouraging and supporting societal change, and about the unique relationship it has with the B...
2016-01-0817 min
Who's On BainbridgeCreative Crones with Susan Callan (WHO-022)From BCB...
http://bestofbcb.org/who-22-creative-crones-with-susan-callan/
Is it true that islands are magnets for creative people? Listen here as BCB host Jack Armstrong talks with book artist Susan Callan about inspiring opportunities for creativity here on Bainbridge.
Callan, who settled on Bainbridge in 1986 after a long career as a medical technologist and health planner, began her retirement exploring her own creativity as a book artist. In this podcast she talks about creative possibilities for the large number of retirement-age people whose various life responsibilities might previously have limited their opportunities to express th...
2015-12-1018 min
Who's On BainbridgeLynn Brunelle is a mama gone geek (WHO-021)Lynn Brunelle is a mama gone geek!
In this "Who's On Bainbridge" podcast episode, BCB's Sandy Schubach has a delightful conversation with Bainbridge Island resident Lynn Brunelle.
A writer, illustrator and former teacher, Lynn believes in getting kids excited about science. For Lynn, science is a magic that can be reality, and something that is accessible in our homes and is ripe for experimenting. Lynn has published over 40 books and is a four-time Emmy award winner for her work on Bill Nye the Science Guy. She has created, developed and written projects for Scholastic, National...
2015-11-2719 min
Who's On BainbridgePhilippe Boucher pioneered internet interviewing locally (WHO-020)In this episode of “Who’s On Bainbridge” BCB host Barry Peters interviews a long-time Bainbridge resident who was a pioneer of podcast-like radio … before the technique now known as podcasting was invented in 2004.Philippe portrait
Philippe describes his early 2003 experiments with recording the “Sounds of Bainbridge” on audio “mp3” files that he made available through his blog website of the same name. Philippe tells stories of his early interviews with well-known Bainbridge leaders such as then-Congressman Jay Inslee, and then City Council member Christine Rolfes.
Philippe laughs now about some of the mishaps when his extremely mo...
2015-11-1424 min
Bainbridge Island SpecialsFaith leaders speak up for climate change action (Spec-004)“Climate change is a problem that can no longer be left to a future generation.” - Pope Francis.
The recent October 27th panel discussion by five local clergy -- and their responses to the Pope’s recent encyclical on climate change -- help make us more aware how many clergy, especially on Bainbridge Island, have long stood up to address climate change among their congregations and in public.
This podcast is a recording of “Faith and Climate Change — Do We Have a Moral Obligation to Act.” That topic was the subject of a panel of local clergy...
2015-10-301h 13
Who's On BainbridgeLocals producing new Rockaway series (WHO-019)From BCB... http://bestofbcb.org/who-019-locals-producing-new-rockaway-series/
Local filmmaker Garrett Bennett, the creative force behind three award-winning features for the big screen, is turning his talents to the small screen with the announcement of his newest project: ROCKAWAY, a half-hour dramatic series to be set and shot on and around Bainbridge Island.
ROCKAWAY will star island native Meredyth Yund, whose acting credits include Bennett’s A Relative Thing and George Clooney’s Unscripted on HBO, and local actor Ted Dowling, best known for his recent performances in HAIR and THE KENTUCKY CYCLE.
In this...
2015-10-2223 min
Who's On BainbridgeLong-time islander recalls waves of island settlement (WHO-018)BCB, in collaboration with the Bainbridge Island Historical Museum and the Bainbridge Island Senior and Community Center, is a partner in the StoryShare Project. Each of the participating organizations is reaching out to the community in its own way to find, and to tell, the stories of Bainbridge Island.
In recent decades, the island has grown and evolved from a population of a few thousand people living in small and rather isolated villages around the island to a current population estimated at 26,000 and has developed in a way its early settlers probably never would have imag...
2015-10-2220 min
Who's On BainbridgeMeet the new rector of Grace Church - Tommy Dillon (WHO-016)In this podcast, we meet Tommy Dillon -- the new Rector of Grace Episcopal Church on Bainbridge Island.
This is the second interview in the new BCB series called "Clergy on Bainbridge", which is part of the podcast radio show known as "Who's on Bainbridge."
Tommy Dillon his process of learning about Grace and Bainbridge during the lengthy and extensive search process conducted by Grace Church. The congregation was seeking to replace their long-time minister, Bill Harper, who had given generous advance notice of his decision to retire from his leadership role at Grace. The vot...
2015-09-2125 min
Who's On BainbridgeCedars UU Church Co-Minister Jaco ten Hove (Who-015)In the first podcast of a new BCB series called "Clergy on Bainbridge", we welcome the co-minister of Cedars Unitarian Universalist Church, Jaco ten Hove.
Jaco and his wife Barbara have jointly served for 7 years as the settled ministers of Cedars, responding to a year-long national search in 2008.
In this interview, we explore with Jaco how he, as a clergy member, likes to practice in the wider community what he preaches with his congregation, such as:
collaboration, for example, with other clergy in the Bainbridge Island and North Kitsap Interfaith Council;
appreciation of nature...
2015-09-0723 min
Arts and Artists on BainbridgeSusan Callan teaches about artist's books (Arts-004)Artist's book teacher Susan Callan talks with BCB host Channie Peters about the skill and craft of creating artist's books.
Although Susan loves to create artist's books, her passion is teaching others the basic skills to make their own, and then to watch their individual creativity blossom.
Susan became captivated by this art form at the time of early retirement about 20 years ago, took many classes to learn the craft and refine her skills, and then began teaching locally. Her initial teaching was done at a former creativity center on Bainbridge. More recently, among many o...
2015-08-2019 min
Who's On BainbridgeIndie-jazz-folk music performed at Art Museum Aug 28 (Who-013)Shelita Burke is a talented singer/songwriter who will be performing her own eclectic blend of indie/jazz/folk music at the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art on August 28th.
When not touring and living in Paris, Shelita calls Bainbridge home.
She has performed at the Sundance Film Festival, in Iceland, Germany, Morocco, and Japan just to name a few. Shelita will be accompanied by the talented musicians and Bainbridge Islanders Jonny Cole on bass and percussionist Abraham Neuwelt.
In this podcast Shelita talks about what gives her inspiration and how living in...
2015-08-1715 min
Who's On BainbridgeSteve Davis - the emergence of Bainbridge Community Foundation (WHO-012)In this interview, Steve Davis describes the history of the emergence of two major organizations that embody charitable giving and philanthropy on Bainbridge Island -- the organization we now call One Call for All, and the entity that grew from its early charitable trust, the Bainbridge Community Foundation.
Steve was the person who was the first to recognize the value in creating a foundation that could help with longer-term and larger scale philanthropic giving in our community. In the 1980s, he saw the possibilities of a small trust that was an adjunct to the annual giving campaign...
2015-05-3019 min
Who's On BainbridgeChris Snow's anecdotes - two Bainbridge decades (WHO-010)In this 15-20 minute episode of Who's On Bainbridge, Chris Snow shares anecdotes about what brought him to Bainbridge from his lifelong career in the US Foreign Service, what has kept him here for so long, and his leading role in community life since he and his wife Cameron settled here in the late 1990s.
Chris speaks with BCB host Jack Armstrong about:
what attracted him and Cameron to the island;
how he became engaged in community organizations;
his leading role on the board of the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art (BIMA) during the years of bu...
2015-04-1916 min
Bainbridge Island SpecialsDavid Guterson's March 22 talk at Bainbridge Performing Arts (SPEC-003)From BCB... http://bestofbcb.org/spec-003-david-gutersons-march-2015-address/
In this podcast, the third in our new series of BCB Bainbridge Island specials, we offer award-winning local author David Guterson's reflections on the writing of Snow Falling on Cedars, from a talk delivered at Bainbridge Performing Arts on March 22nd, 2015. This talk is introduced by Kate Carruthers, Director of BPA's Book-It Theater production of Snow Falling on Cedars.
As part of their March presentation of Snow Falling on Cedars, Bainbridge Performing Arts invited Guterson to give a special presentation prior to a matinee performance of the p...
2015-03-261h 09Who's On BainbridgeMesolini Glass artists named 2015 Island Treasures (WHO-009)Diane Bonciolini and Gregg Mesmer have been making beautiful glass together as Mesolini since 1977. Earlier this year, they were named Island Treasures for 2015 by the Bainbridge Island Arts and Humanities Council.
Their familiar installations -- the Beach Glass Quilt on Winslow Way; the artwork at Rotary Centennial Park; and the installations at the Bainbridge Library and at The Waypoint across from the Art Museum -- are easily recognizable for their signature fused glass style.
For Diane and Gregg, their community spirit is evident in all they do -- from teaching and coaching at the public s...
2015-02-1615 min
Who's On BainbridgeSinger/songwriter Zach Fleury (WHO-008)From BCB... http://bestofbcb.org/who-008-singer-zach-fleury/
In this musical podcast, BCB Host Kayla Black brings us live music with Bainbridge Island musician Zach Fleury. Zach is a Northwest singer, songwriter, producer and session player who has collaborated with Noah Gunderson, Hot Bodies in Motion, Allen Stone, and Mackelmore. He's also done some film scoring for Lionsgate Film.
In the last two years Zach's put out two solo albums backed by Seattle String Mafia- Be Still, Neverland, Egypt (2012) and The Tarzan Suite (2013). He's currently planning a Spring/Summer tour and working on his 3rd album, to...
2015-01-2920 min
Who's On BainbridgeLocal artist Rachel Feferman lives on at BIMA (WHO-006)Bainbridge Island Museum of Art executive director and curator Greg Robinson, and museum founder Cynthia Sears, talk about artist Rachel Feferman, who died in 2010.
Feferman’s life’s work lives on at the art museum in an expansive retrospective in the gallery bearing her name. The exhibition will continue through February 15, 2015.
Greg Robinson and Cynthia Sears tell BCB host Channie Peters about Feferman’s life, her art, and how they intersect. A sensitive person, deeply affected by events in the world, particularly the Holocaust, Feferman’s drawings progress from starkly portrayed images to ones that balance da...
2014-11-1415 min
Who's On BainbridgeLilly Kodama and the Bainbridge Japanese American Community (WHO-003)Lilly Kodama remembers her brother, Dr. Frank Kitamoto -- a 2002 recipient of the distinguished "Island Treasure" award.
Dr. Frank Kitamoto was a dentist, social activist and leader in the Japanese American community on Bainbridge Island until his death in March 2014.
As Lilly Kodama’s younger brother, the two of them walked with their mother and other siblings onto the ferry as the family was evacuated from the island in 1942.
Bainbridge Island was the home of the first Americans of Japanese descent who were incarcerated by the US government during WWll. In this episode Lil...
2014-08-1021 min
Who's On BainbridgeDonna Harui Reflects on her Family's History and Bainbridge Gardens (WHO-002)In this episode of Who’s On Bainbridge, Donna Harui, third generation owner of Bainbridge Gardens, talks about her family and the history of the Gardens.
Donna’s grandfather, Zenhichi Harui came to Bainbridge Island over 100 years ago, and like many others who immigrated from Japan, worked in the lumber industry. The elder Mr. Harui left mill work to become a farmer, grocer and florist, operating a general store in the area where the current nursery stands.
Donna talks about customers coming in to the nursery with tales of visiting the general store as children. We a...
2014-08-0919 min
Tastes of BainbridgeTAST-001 Sustainable Bainbridge - Sound Food - Celebrates Local FoodSound Food began in 2007 with a Sustainable Bainbridge farm-mapping project designed to answer the question: “How do I find local food in this community?” An updated version of the resulting interactive online map can still be found on the Sound Food website at http://SoundFood.org
In this podcast episode, two co-founders of Sound Food - Sallie Maron and Carolyn Goodwin - discuss the various past and current activities of Sound Food -- connecting local residents to local food.
In this podcast episode, Sallie and Carolyn describe the innovative ideas that have been introduced by Sound...
2014-08-0419 min
Who's On BainbridgeGeorge and David Lewis - Artists and Island Treasures (WHO-001)George and David Lewis are internationally celebrated artists, sculptors, garden masters and Renaissance men who thrive among the flora and fountains planted and carved by their own hands on Bainbridge Island.
They have been honored in 2007 with the Island Treasure Award by the Bainbridge Island Arts & Humanities Council in acknowledgement for their excellence in garden art and sculpture.
In this episode of “Who’s On Bainbridge,” BCB host Annie Osburn interviews George and David Lewis (formerly known as Little and Lewis) about their multi-faceted and fascinating lives on Bainbridge.
Perhaps best-known for their unique...
2014-07-2319 min