Episodes

  • Doc & Jacques: Coastal Hospice – Compassion, Care, and Community
    Apr 5 2026

    GiGi Reed and Jacques Kepner speak with Mona Chandler of Coastal Home Health and Hospice about hospice care’s origins, eligibility criteria, and the compassionate services provided to patients and families.

    Hosts: GiGi “Doc” Reed MD, Jacques Kepner; Producers: GiGi “Doc” Reed MD, Jacques Kepner

    Beginning and end music from freepd.com, in the public domain.

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    59 mins
  • Curry Café: Bobby Joe Holman
    Mar 31 2026

    In this episode of Curry Café, host Ray Gary chats with veteran entertainer and blues musician Bobby Joe Holman about his love for blues music and songwriting. Bobby Joe reflects on life in the friendly seaside town of Brookings and his New Orleans experiences filled with raw musical talent. They discuss the musical art of improvisation, the challenges of band dynamics, and the emotional connection of live performances. Bobby Joe performs a blues version of the classic boogie-woogie song Roll ’Em Pete (“I got a gal, she lives up on the hill”) by Big Joe Turner and Pete Johnson.

    We encourage anyone with differing views to participate in future Curry Café discussions. If you would like to join the panel, email contact@kciw.org or call 541-661-4098.

    Host: Ray Gary; Producers: Ray Gary, Rick McNamer

    Intro and end music by Kat Liddell. Used with permission. Roll ’Em Pete (“I got a gal, she lives up on the hill”) is in the public domain. Songs composed by Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, and Gordon Lightfoot not included in the podcast due to copyright restrictions.

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    55 mins
  • The Insider Report: Upcoming Activities and Events for March 31 – April 6 … and Beyond
    Mar 31 2026

    This week on the Insider Report, Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including the Chetco Library event schedule, Beyond 250 Living History Project in Brookings-Harbor, Monarch Gardens Easter Egg Hunt, Remember When Alan Jackson Tribute Band at Elk Valley Casino, Bunny Trail Candy Map presented by the Curry County Chamber of Commerce, Salmon Run Golf Course Golf & Seek Easter Event, SWOCC Friends of Curry Campus Speaker Series presents ORKA in Action: Restoring Oregon’s Kelp Forests, plus local PSAs, musical performances, and a whole lot more! For the latest scoop, tune in to the show that keeps you in the know! For days and times, go to KCIW.org.

    Hosts: Bruce Ellis, Kat Liddell; Producer: Bruce Ellis

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    Music by Kevin MacLeod. Available under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/legalcode.en. Download link: https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free

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    27 mins
  • Joyously Free!: Humor in Writing
    Mar 30 2026

    Judy Howard

    In this episode of Joyously Free!, host Joanie Lindenmeyer talks with Judy Howard, who shares her inspiring journey from dog groomer to author and motivational speaker. The discussion highlights themes of courage, confidence, and collaboration, as Judy candidly discusses overcoming personal shame, embracing her voice, and the transformative power of storytelling. She reflects on her evolving views on religion and the importance of mindful thought, encouraging listeners to pursue understanding, self-expression, and growth.

    Host: Joanie Lindenmeyer; Producer: Joanie Lindenmeyer

    Music is from freepd.com, in the public domain.

    The opinions expressed here are those of the individual participants. Curry Coast Community Radio takes no position on issues discussed in this program.

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    27 mins
  • Doc & Jacques: New Music from Toni Land
    Mar 29 2026

    Doc and Jacques welcome singer-songwriter Toni Land back to the show. Toni previews songs from her upcoming CD, including Tehachapi, about towns losing residents to rising property values; Wild as Winter Rain, on fear of love after heartbreak; Leave it Where it Lay, about emotional shutdown; and Little Soft Secret, inspired by finding a dead bird.

    Hosts: GiGi “Doc” Reed MD, Jacques Kepner; Producers: GiGi “Doc” Reed MD, Jacques Kepner

    Beginning and end music from freepd.com, in the public domain. Music composed and performed by Toni Land. Used with permission.

    The opinions expressed here are those of the individual participants. Curry Coast Community Radio takes no position on issues discussed in this program.

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    59 mins
  • The Insider Report: Upcoming Activities and Events for March 24 – 30 … and Beyond
    Mar 24 2026

    This week on the Insider Report, Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including the Chetco Library event schedule, Manley Art Center Workshops, Comedy Night with Jordan Cerminara at Lucky 7 Casino, The Cipher In The Stream at Chetco Activity Center, “Bullriding” at the Event Center on the Beach in Gold Beach, plus local PSAs, musical performances, and a whole lot more! For the latest scoop, tune in to the show that keeps you in the know! For days and times, go to KCIW.org.

    Hosts: Bruce Ellis, Kat Liddell; Producer: Bruce Ellis

    If you enjoy this program and want to hear more like it, consider supporting Curry Coast Community Radio. Here’s how.

    Music by Kevin MacLeod. Available under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/legalcode.en. Download link: https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free

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    27 mins
  • Curry Café: U.S. Representative Val Hoyle
    Mar 24 2026

    In this episode of Curry Café, host Ray Gary and Rick McNamer welcome Oregon State House District 1 candidate Brett Cecil and U.S. Representative Val Hoyle. The discussion covers foreign war spending and its lack of congressional authorization, the alienation of NATO allies, and negative impacts on Oregon’s export economy. Other topics include threats to voting integrity, the Epstein file release, local funding secured for Curry County projects, and historical erasure concerns.

    We encourage anyone with differing views to participate in future Curry Café discussions. If you would like to join the panel, email contact@kciw.org or call 541-661-4098.

    Hosts: Ray Gary, Rick McNamer; Producers: Ray Gary, Rick McNamer

    Intro and end music by Kat Liddell. Used with permission.

    The opinions expressed here are those of the individual participants. Curry Coast Community Radio takes no position on issues discussed in this program.

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    57 mins
  • Joyously Free!: Pride in Numbers – Stories and Data Collection to Imporve LGBTQIA+ Services
    Mar 23 2026

    In this episode of Joyously Free!, host Joanie Lindenmeyer welcomes Bianca “Fox” Ballara, a Two-Spirit leader and Project Guide for Pride in Numbers. They discuss Fox’s background, the significance of Two-Spirit identity, and the importance of collecting stories and data from LGBTQIA+ individuals, especially in rural Oregon. The Pride in Numbers project emphasizes inclusivity, safety, and representation to inform advocacy and improve resources for marginalized communities, encouraging listeners to share their voices for lasting change.

    Host: Joanie Lindenmeyer; Producer: Joanie Lindenmeyer

    Music is from freepd.com, in the public domain.

    The opinions expressed here are those of the individual participants. Curry Coast Community Radio takes no position on issues discussed in this program.

    If you enjoy this program and want to hear more like it, consider supporting Curry Coast Community Radio. Here’s how.

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    27 mins