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Curry Café: Robert O’Sullivan on a Life of Faith and Activism
In this episode of Curry Café, hosts Ray Gary and Rick McNamer welcome Robert "Silky" O’Sullivan, whose life spans activism, ministry, politics, and education. O’Sullivan reflects on his civil rights advocacy and American democracy, sharing powerful experiences with racism and non-violent protest. He discusses balancing careers in teaching,...
Curry Café: Holidays, History, and Hard Truths
In this episode of Curry Café, hosts Ray Gary and Rick McNamer are joined by guests Billie Ruth Furuichi and Shirley Hyatt to discuss a range of topics, including the commercialization of American holidays, their historical origins, and evolving cultural meanings. The discussion addresses societal issues including racism, economic disparities,...
Curry Café: Mother’s Day Reflections
In this Mother's Day episode of Curry Café, hosts Ray Gary and Rick McNamer are joined by guests Billie Ruth Furuichi and Shirley Hyatt to explore the holiday's origins, from Julia Ward Howe's peace advocacy to Anna Jarvis's campaign and Woodrow Wilson's 1914 proclamation. The conversation examines motherhood's self-sacrificing nature, evolving...
Curry Café: Suicide Prevention and Community Care
In this episode of Curry Café, hosts Ray Gary and Rick McNamer speak with Coastal Home Health & Hospice board member Cecelia Swick about her personal experience and research on suicide. They discuss risk factors, warning signs of suicidal ideation, the impact of bullying and isolation, and challenges faced by seniors. The conversation also...
Curry Café: The Making of Richard’s Story – A Vietnam War Ballad
In this episode of Curry Café, hosts Ray Gary and Rick McNamer talk with Vietnam veterans Bobby Joe Holman and Hank Cunningham, who share personal stories from their service. Holman recounts the inspiration behind his song "Richard's Story," born from a poem about a farmer's son who died in Vietnam. They discuss the lasting impact of wartime...
Curry Café: The Curry County Cruisers – Revving Up for the 32nd Annual Benefit Car Show
In this episode of Curry Café, hosts Ray Gary and Rick McNamer talk with Tim Connolly of the Curry County Cruisers car club. They discuss the club’s mission to celebrate "special interest" automobiles and preparations for their 32nd annual Memorial Day weekend Benefit Car Show. Connolly highlights the Cruisers community support efforts, including...
Curry Café: Current Issues and Events
In this episode of Curry Café, hosts Ray Gary and Rick McNamer are joined by Candice Michel and Shirley Hyatt to discuss pressing political and societal issues. They highlight the perceived decline of critical thinking, abuses of power, and the need for honest historical reckoning, urging citizens to reclaim agency through civic engagement and...
Curry Café: Megan Boye
In this episode of Curry Café, host Ray Gary talks with Megan Boye, who shares her journey returning to Brookings and her passion for art. Megan discusses renovating a redwood cabin, her adventures in Hawaii and Hollywood, and her unique artistic process. The episode highlights her creativity, including art made with embossed paper, and upcoming...
Curry Café: Bobby Joe Holman
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...
Curry Café: U.S. Representative Val Hoyle
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...
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