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The Insider Report: Upcoming Activities and Events for March 31 – April 6 … and Beyond
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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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The Insider Report: Upcoming Activities and Events for March 24 – 30 … and Beyond
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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
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Wild Rivers Film Radio: Love on Ice – Adventure, Partnership, and Storytelling on Baffin Island
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In this episode of Wild Rivers Film Radio, hosts Bev Juday and Rick McNamer chat with adventurer and filmmaker Sarah McNair-Landry about her film A Baffin Vacation: Love on Ice, an official selection of the Wild Rivers Film Festival. Sarah offers an inside look at filming in the Arctic, balancing survival and storytelling, and documenting an expedition built on partnership, trust, and love. The conversation explores how extreme environments shape creative work—and how personal stories can resonate far beyond the ice.
Hosts: Bev Juday, Rick McNamer; Producer: Sue Wright
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Wild Rivers Film Radio: Writing the Dark Laugh – Alex Zajicek on Sorry, We’re Dead
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In this episode of Wild Rivers Film Radio, host Rick McNamer speaks with writer/director Alex Zajicek about the creative origins of Sorry, We’re Dead, exploring how dark humor and emotional truth coexist on screen. Alex discusses the film’s themes, the evolution of the script, directing actors through delicate material, and what it means to share the film with Wild Rivers Film Festival audiences.
Host: Rich McNamer
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Wild Rivers Film Radio: Inside the Silence – Sarah Lee on Performance, Presence, and Sorry, We’re Dead
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In this episode of Wild Rivers Film Radio, Rick McNamer sits down with actor Sarah Lee, winner of the 2025 Wild Rivers Film Festival Best Actress Award, for a conversation about building a deeply internalized performance in Sorry, We’re Dead. Sarah reflects on character preparation, collaboration with director Alex Zajicek, the impact of audience response, and how the role has shaped her approach to acting.
Host: Rich McNamer
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Wild Rivers Film Radio: Call It What It Is – KT Curran on Bullying, Youth Voices, and Documentary Film
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In this episode of Wild Rivers Film Radio, host Rick McNamer talks with filmmaker KT Curran about her short documentary film Call It What It Is, which examines how bullying has changed and the lasting impact it can have on students’ lives. Curran discusses the responsibility of telling young people’s stories, the importance of listening to youth voices, and how documentary film can open meaningful community conversations. The episode also highlights the film’s screening during Brookings Second Saturday Art Walk at Compass Rose Café on January 10, 2026.
Host: Rich McNamer: Sue Wright
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Doc & Jacques: Behind the Scenes at Nature’s Coastal Holiday Festival of Lights – Plus a Harmonica Master Comes to Town
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In this episode of the Doc & Jacques radio variety show, Dr. GiGi and Jacques begin by welcoming new Brookings resident and pro harmonica player/teacher Bobby Joe Holman, who shares stories from his Navy service, reflects on his extensive radio career, and speaks passionately about his lifelong love for the harmonica. He even treats listeners to a short harmonica performance!
Then Doc and Jacques talk with Eric Sill and Santa from the Nature’s Coastal Holiday Festival of Lights in Brookings. Eric and Santa describe the festival’s breathtaking displays featuring over 3 million lights, its strong community focus, and its ongoing growth. They highlight the vital role of volunteers and the festival’s dedication to supporting local causes and discuss special features like the giant Ferris wheel and iconic Santa figurine, inviting everyone to experience the warm, festive spirit of this cherished holiday tradition.
Hosts: GiGi “Doc” Reed MD, Jacques Kepner; Producers: GiGi “Doc” Reed MD, Jacques Kepner
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Wild Rivers Film Radio: Eric Eisenstein – The Telling of a True Story of Addiction Recovery in “Blueberries”
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In this episode of Wild Rivers Film Radio, hosts Sue Wright and Ozy Pops sit down with filmmaker Eric Eisenstein to talk about his short film, Blueberries. Eric shares the motivation for this project and the process of creating a film in a forty-day film competition. The conversation weaves together concept development, writing, casting, shooting, and editing. Eric discusses his own addiction recovery and how his story plays out in the short narrative drama Blueberries, which won the Best Short Film award at Wild Rivers Film Festival 2025.
Hosts: Sue Wright, Ozy Popa; Producer: Sue Wright
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Wild Rivers Film Radio: Robert Mann, from Thrills to Chills – A Filmmaker’s Journey
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In this episode of Wild Rivers Film Radio, host Sue Wright sits down with writer, director, and producer Robert Mann, the creative force behind R BnB and The Pumpkin Karver—two spine-tingling films lighting up local screens this Halloween. Robert shares his journey from the comedy stages of Los Angeles to the world of independent filmmaking, reflecting on how storytelling, emotion, and cinematic tension come together to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. He also gives us a sneak peek at his latest project, Kissing Raindrops, and what fans can expect from this year’s Halloween feature events in our local coastal area.
Hosts: Sue Wright, Kenny Wright; Producer: Sue Wright
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Wild Rivers Film Radio: Eve Annenberg and Scott Brock – Capturing Conversations Through Film
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In this episode of Wild Rivers Film Radio, hosts Sue Wright and Kenny Wright sit down with filmmaker Eve Annenberg and editor Scott Brock to talk about their documentary, The Work: A Conversation. Eve shares the inspiration behind the project and the importance of preserving pivotal stories on film. Scott offers insight into the art of editing and shaping the narrative from behind the scenes. Together, they reflect on their first experience at the Wild Rivers Film Festival, the joy of connecting with fellow creatives, and what they’re most excited to see during the August celebration of independent cinema.
Hosts: Sue Wright, Kenny Wright; Producer: Sue Wright
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