Emily Boynton is the Senior Development Director at Mosaic Medical, a nonprofit medical provider in Central Oregon serving the medical and social needs of citizens in the community. She joined Carolyn and Jacquie to discuss the wide array of medical and social services offered through the organization, how the organization originated in Central Oregon, and future plans.
Planned Parenthood Services and Upcoming Events
Carolyn, Jacey, and Jacquie talked with Joanna Dennis-Cook, organizational manager for the local Planned Parenthood Health Facility in Bend, OR. The conversation focused on current changes to abortion laws, services available through Planned Parenthood in Oregon, how Oregon is picking up cases from states who are restricting the right to choose, and upcoming virtual events for Willamette Planned Parenthood.
Heidi Hagemeier from the High Desert Museum
Jacquie and Carolyn talked to High Desert Museum Director of Communications Heidi Hagemeier about current exhibits at the Museum, displays, community partnerships, recent awards, and upcoming events.
Betsy Warriner from Volunteer Connect and Elaine Klautzsch from MountainStar Family Relief Nursery
Carolyn and Jacquie talk with Betsy Warriner from Volunteer Connect and Elaine Klautzsch from MountainStar Family Relief Nursery about volunteer opportunities available in Central Oregon on the MLK Day of Service, January 2023.
Hanai House with Founder Kimberly Smythe
Kimberly Smythe, owner/founder of the nonprofit Hanai House in Bend, Oregon, talks about the available space offered to the community for a variety of events, workshops and presentations. She talks about her background and motivation to open this unique space in Central Oregon. HanaiFoundation.org
Cascades East Transit with Derek Hofbauer
Jacquie Elliott and Carolyn Esky have a discussion with Derek Hofbauer about Cascade East Transit and services in Central Oregon.
Deschutes Veterans Intervention Strategy with Leo McGregor
Veteran Leo McGregor is a happy retired professional and a dedicated volunteer mentor with the Deschutes Veterans Intervention Strategy. The VIS is a Deschutes County-specific program, designed to provide local justice-involved veterans with the opportunity to improve their criminal justice outcomes by helping them address their mental health and/or substance abuse issues that play a role in their criminal activity.
Women's Healthcare...Freedom Regenerative Medicine with Naturopathic Doctor, Carol Petherbridge
Explore Women's Health Issues openly and honestly with Dr. Carol. Specializing in proactive prevention and treatment of urinary incontinence and women's sexuality, Dr. Carol addresses health challenges many women face with humor and candidness.
Talking Frankly About Sex and Satisfaction
Dr. Jane Guyn, internationally known sexologist and author, talks openly about sex, sexual satisfaction, and how to achieve sexual intimacy in relationships. There’s more information at howtofixmysexlife.com.
Dennis Alimena, Co-founder of Mindset 4 Success
Dennis Alimena, co-founder of Mindset for Success.org and an ardent student of Crypto-Currency or Crypto is here to discuss a digital currency that works as a medium of exchange through a computer network that is not reliant on any central authority, such as a government or bank, to uphold or maintain it.
Every Brain Needs Music: Dr. Larry Sherman and the Chandler Lecture Series
OSHU Professor of Neuroscience, Dr. Larry Sherman, talks to Bruce about his lecture in the Nancy R. Chandler Lecture series entitled Every Brain Needs Music: The Neuroscience Of Music-Making And Listening. The presentation is October 20 at COCC. You can find more information and a ticket link here.
The talk involves great classical music and signing, audience singing, and cutting-edge information about how learning to make music strengthens the brain in very significant ways.
This interview gets into the science, but also Dr. Sherman’s own life and reasons for adding this study of music and the brain to his foundational work on repairing damage to the brain.
Dr. Sherman also has a book of the same name coming out soon with co-author Dennis Plies.
A Music Lover's Journey with Stacy Koff
Stacy has been with KPOV since the beginning. She is a founder of 4 Peaks Music Festival, a vision to bring an intimate, world-class festival to Central Oregon. She is driven by her desire to cultivate a community of artists, attendees, partners, bands, and most of all, her love for music.
Hear from Stacy, host of Live Alive, on the role music plays in her life and how it shaped her entire sphere.
The Life-Changing Power of Music with James Gilchrist
Local music legend and aficionado James Gilchrist talks to Amy Campbell about the role live music has played in his life with dealing with grief, stage 2 dementia, and reconnecting with and expanding his community. James is 68 years young and you will find him out and about on most nights taking videos for the bands he loves.
New President and CEO of Oregon Community Foundation Lisa Mensah
KPOV was honored to host Lisa Mensah, the new President and CEO of Oregon Community Foundation during her Central Oregon Tour. Listen to her interview with Dawn Newton, the host of Open Air, for a special edition of The Friday Point, kicking off KPOV’s Fall Membership Drive.
Born and raised in Oregon, Lisa joins OCF following an illustrious career that has taken her from working on rural poverty with the Ford Foundation to serving as an Under Secretary for Rural Development in the U.S. Department of Agriculture, managing a $215 billion loan portfolio, to most recently leading Opportunity Finance Network.
Lisa told Dawn, “There's a thread of kindness, hope and optimism that runs through this state, that combined with a willingness to work hard, together, will help us address some complex challenges and help communities thrive.”
Deshaun Adderley's Legacy with Kenny Adams, Executive Director of The Father’s Group
Kenny Adams is Executive Director of The Father’s Group, a nonprofit focused on eliminating barriers to success for children from marginalized communities. Today’s show is about one of many important programs: the scholarship to celebrate Deshaun Adderley’s legacy. The scholarship is open to Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) students residing in Central Oregon ages 16 to 24.
Dr. John Corso on Defusing Deadly Disease
Our second installment with John Corso, Board Certified Doctor of Internal Medicine and author of “Stupid Reasons People Die. An Ingenious Plot For Defusing Deadly Diseases,” goes deep to say how to make the Keto diet work for you for a lifetime of improved health, more energy and slow aging.
Dr. John Corso on Keto for Your Health
Dr. John Corso, MD, internal medicine specialist and author of “Stupid Reasons People Die. An Ingenious Plot For Defusing Deadly Diseases,” talks about why the Keto diet done correctly is best for our health and how surprisingly easy it is to get on and stay on for a lifetime of good health.
Dale Pilon On The Ice Part 2
Dale Pilon of the World Traveling “Old Timers” Ice Hockey team returns to The Point Friday to talk with local ice hockey enthusiast Erik Paulsen about his fun and interesting experiences traveling to Finland and Sweden to play ice hockey across the world.
Morgan Schmidt, Candidate for Deschutes County Commissioner #3
Pastor Morgan Schmidt, Candidate for Deschutes County Commissioner, talked to us before the May 17 primary. She sees her role as an elected official as loving her neighbors effectively. Hear about her approach to serving in political office.
Denise LaBuda, Director of Communications for the Council on Aging
Every May we celebrate the contributions of Older Americans and their time and wisdom to make our communities stronger, more informed, and better connected. They are our loved ones, friends, mentors, essential workers, volunteers, and neighbors. We celebrate their achievements and recommit to providing our elders with the support and services they need to thrive and age with dignity. The 2022 theme is Age My Way, an opportunity for all of us to explore the many ways older adults can remain in and be involved with their communities.