If you think cyclists are usually the cause of accidents between cars and bikes…think again. Host Francine Raften welcomed guests Melinda Pittman, Artistic Director for BroadArts Theater and Lindsey Voreis, world-class bicyclist and star of Survivor-Africa (as well as the new ‘face of Bend, OR) to talk about Portland’s bike/car dynamic, and the need for a ‘naked streets’ approach for our roads. Plus Columbia University won’t allow male volunteers in their their Rape Crisis Center, sticking to their 20-year policy and flying in the face of a gender-neutral movement nationwide. How do you feel about restoring voting rights to felons who have completed their sentences? We took that question to the streets of Portland as well as our panel…and NYC Starbucks will no longer make their bathrooms available to the public; does this break it’s brand promise to the public? Just a few of the many topics explored this week on “Tell Me About It!”
Molly McConnell
Track 1
‘Molly McConnell’s boxing career started on a whim back in 1998; nothing glamorous or high profile. She was just looking for a way to ‘lose some weight.’ Molly saw a little sign in the window of the Grand Ave Boxing Club…hawking lessons for women. She walked in and her life changed forever.
Track 2
When Molly picked up the gloves, she was one of the few women in the sport. History would insist that this was a man’s sport and most figured Molly would be greeted with resistance and push back. They were wrong.
Heart of the Matter: Linda Cohen – Ep. 15
Linda Cohen is a first-time author who combines grief, healing, and kindness in a unique and inclusive style. When her father passed away six years ago, Linda threw herself into a challenge that not only changed her life, but has changed the lives of her readers. Her message is her gift—just in time for the holidays!