Today we welcome Mike Nelson who is running for City Council on Bainbridge Island. The B.I.STANDER Podcast is a conversational podcast unique to Bainbridge Island and Seattle Washington, that covers the Arts, Society & Culture told through Human Interest stories. The intent is to introduce interesting people, ideas, and conversations. We are not perfect and that's OK! Thank you for your support! The B.I.Stander Podca st is a listener supported show, please consider subscribing. BE A FRIEND O...
Jul 02, 2025•53 min•Season 20Ep. 11
Today we welcome Danielle Gordon from: https://www.edge-walking.com/ End-of-Life Doula Danielle has been comfortable and familiar with death since a young age. She has experienced sudden death and expected death and has always felt drawn TO the bedside of those experiencing life-limiting illnesses or those at the end of their earthly existences. She has completed in-depth training from the International End of Life Doula Association (INELDA), and is additionally a hospice volunteer. She is a 2nd...
Jun 10, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Season 20Ep. 10
Today we welcome Kids in Concert A free music and youth development program serving a diverse group of students aged 6-18 on Washington’s Kitsap Peninsula. The B.I.STANDER Podcast is a conversational podcast unique to Bainbridge Island and Seattle Washington, that covers the Arts, Society & Culture told through Human Interest stories. The intent is to introduce interesting people, ideas, and conversations. We are not perfect and that's OK! Thank you for your support! The B.I.Stander Podca st...
Jun 03, 2025•37 min•Season 20Ep. 9
Today we welcome Designer Anna Flowers The B.I.STANDER Podcast is a conversational podcast unique to Bainbridge Island and Seattle Washington, that covers the Arts, Society & Culture told through Human Interest stories. The intent is to introduce interesting people, ideas, and conversations. We are not perfect and that's OK! Thank you for your support! The B.I.Stander Podca st is a listener supported show, please consider subscribing. BE A FRIEND OF PODCASTVILLE AND TELL A FRIEND The BISTAND...
May 20, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 20Ep. 8
Today we welcome John Kydd and Paul Aussendorf of: STANDING TOGETHER BI .ORG The B.I.STANDER Podcast is a conversational podcast unique to Bainbridge Island and Seattle Washington, that covers the Arts, Society & Culture told through Human Interest stories. The intent is to introduce interesting people, ideas, and conversations. We are not perfect and that's OK! Thank you for your support! The B.I.Stander Podca st is a listener supported show, please consider subscribing. BE A FRIEND OF PODC...
May 13, 2025•56 min•Season 20Ep. 7
https://www.goodplayamerica.org/ Today we welcome ALEJANDRO HENAO The B.I.STANDER Podcast is a conversational podcast unique to Bainbridge Island and Seattle Washington, that covers the Arts, Society & Culture told through Human Interest stories. The intent is to introduce interesting people, ideas, and conversations. We are not perfect and that's OK! Thank you for your support! The B.I.Stander Podca st is a listener supported show, please consider subscribing. BE A FRIEND OF PODCASTVILLE AN...
Mar 28, 2025•50 min•Season 20Ep. 6
Today we welcome PAWS PEOPLE to Podcast! Mindy Anderson and Becca Hanson update us on PAWS 50th Pet Gala! https://pawsbink.org/ The B.I.STANDER Podcast is a conversational podcast unique to Bainbridge Island and Seattle Washington, that covers the Arts, Society & Culture told through Human Interest stories. The intent is to introduce interesting people, ideas, and conversations. We are not perfect and that's OK! Thank you for your support! The B.I.Stander Podca st is a listener supported sho...
Mar 28, 2025•33 min•Season 20Ep. 5
Welcome back: Molly Brahmer Art Molly has just finished an impressive mural at The Cove on Bainbridge Island. The B.I.STANDER Podcast is a conversational podcast unique to Bainbridge Island and Seattle Washington, that covers the Arts, Society & Culture told through Human Interest stories. The intent is to introduce interesting people, ideas, and conversations. We are not perfect and that's OK! Thank you for your support! The B.I.Stander Podca st is a listener supported show, please consider...
Mar 23, 2025•50 min•Season 20Ep. 4
Today we welcome Brady Cullen of the Bainbridge Island Land Trust to talk about the sell of the Grand Forrest and the efforts to save the Rookery of Herons on Lovell Ave. https://www.bi-landtrust.org/ BIG SHOUT OUT TO BLUE CANARY! Thank you for your services and sorry I edited half your commercial off. I am a bit tech illiterate The B.I.STANDER Podcast is a conversational podcast unique to Bainbridge Island and Seattle Washington, that covers the Arts, Society & Culture told through Human In...
Mar 09, 2025•39 min•Season 20Ep. 3
Today: We welcome Sam Spiva . https://spivacooking.com/ In 2020, the world changed—and so did Sam and Heather's lives. After a pandemic-induced layoff from the corporate world, we, Sam and Heather Spiva, decided to turn their passion for bold flavors into something extraordinary. Drawing from years of experience as professional chefs, they founded Spiva Cooking with a vision to transform how people experience spices. The Spiva's started small, grinding spices fresh in their kitchen and blending ...
Mar 03, 2025•47 min•Season 20Ep. 2
NANCY SOULE' Author, Vocalist, Speaker, and Ship Musician Coach We discuss her new book "Notes that Float." The B.I.STANDER Podcast is a conversational podcast unique to Bainbridge Island and Seattle Washington, that covers the Arts, Society & Culture told through Human Interest stories. The intent is to introduce interesting people, ideas, and conversations. We are not perfect and that's OK! Thank you for your support! The B.I.Stander Podca st is a listener supported show, please consider s...
Feb 02, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 20Ep. 1
Today we welcome Author Nancy Blakey Nancy was born in Idaho and raised in the Pacific Northwest where she now lives on an island in Puget Sound. In her adult life she married in Scotland and lived in the Highlands, then they moved to South Australia. Later she spent summers in Alaska with her family during the Bristol Bay salmon season. Nancy and her husband Greg have four children. While raising her family she had a syndicated kids’ activity column called Mudpies that was collected and publish...
Jan 22, 2025•56 min•Season 19Ep. 12
Today we welcome Sex Therapist Dr. Roger Libby Roger is a marriage and relationship counselor who is an internationally recognized sexologist, social psychologist, sociologist and an AASECT-certified sex therapist with two practice offices in Seattle, and in Poulsbo (Kitsap County), Washington. The B.I.STANDER Podcast is a conversational podcast unique to Bainbridge Island and Seattle Washington, that covers the Arts, Society & Culture told through Human Interest stories. The intent is to in...
Jan 14, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Season 19Ep. 11
The B.I.STANDER Podcast is a conversational podcast unique to Bainbridge Island and Seattle Washington, that covers the Arts, Society & Culture told through Human Interest stories. The intent is to introduce interesting people, ideas, and conversations. We are not perfect and that's OK! Thank you for your support! The B.I.Stander Podca st is a listener supported show, please consider subscribing. BE A FRIEND OF PODCASTVILLE AND TELL A FRIEND The BISTANDER Podcast! Blue Canary Auto NOW ALSO i...
Jan 07, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 19Ep. 10
Fresh Face in Hell Podcast The The Heart of Winter drops locally at Eagle Harbor Books January 7th, 6:30 2025 Save 10% when you pre-order! The extraordinary new novel by Jonathan Evison, about a married couple in their golden years, from when they met across big ups, deep downs, and survive-it-all, opposites-attract love The B.I.STANDER Podcast is a conversational podcast unique to Bainbridge Island and Seattle Washington, that covers the Arts, Society & Culture told through Human Interest s...
Dec 31, 2024•52 min•Season 19Ep. 9
Today we welcome Blair King The City Manager of Bainbridge Island Background Blair King was appointed City Manager May 2021. Prior to serving the City of Bainbridge Island, King served as city manager for a variety of small to medium sized cities, including coastal and island communities. His background includes experience with budget and finance; growth control and land use; public works and infrastructure; "Main Street;" and public safety. Mr. King has spent a career working for cities and is ...
Dec 19, 2024•52 min•Season 19Ep. 8
Today we welcome author Anisa Ashabi “If my life were a TV show, Chaz Humbert would be the bad guy.” Roxie Nazari’s had it. She’s been subjected to Chaz Humbert’s creepy come-ons and inappropriate antics for three years—and she’s not his only victim. With teachers, guidance counselors, and school administration unwilling to end the harassment, Roxie exacts revenge on an anger-fueled impulse. What she doesn’t realize is how her actions will completely change her life--and her worldview. Turns out...
Oct 29, 2024•59 min•Season 19Ep. 7
Today we welcome author John Van Dyke As a storyteller I am taking you along with me in my new book. Discovering people and places as I traveled around the country meeting people, having random conversations. History books will talk about us — and this time— long after we are gone. It will be a complicated history of technology, generations, finance, power, politics, media, and humanity. The B.I.STANDER Podcast is a conversational podcast unique to Bainbridge Island and Seattle Washington, that ...
Sep 24, 2024•50 min•Season 19Ep. 6
Today we welcome Mike Cox and Kevin Thomas to talk all things electric and the upcoming expo The B.I.STANDER Podcast is a conversational podcast unique to Bainbridge Island and Seattle Washington, that covers the Arts, Society & Culture told through Human Interest stories. The intent is to introduce interesting people, ideas, and conversations. We are not perfect and that's OK! Thank you for your support! The B.I.Stander Podca st is a listener supported show, please consider subscribing. BE ...
Sep 04, 2024•34 min•Season 19Ep. 5
Today we welcome Alanna Imbach Vibe Coworks CEO Vibe Coworks is a Co-Working space in Poulsbo and Bremerton. ALANNA IMBACH BIO A fierce champion of innovation, entrepreneurship, and meaningful social impact, Alanna Imbach is a weaver of people, and a builder of authentic, purpose-driven communities. Her vision is simple: drive innovation through authentic human connection. As a boomerang Kitsapian with a storied background in international development, Alanna is most known locally for her work a...
Aug 12, 2024•39 min•Season 19Ep. 4
Today we welcome Dawn Janow & Frank with their statements on why we should vote NO on the upcoming Aquatics Bond Measure. This is a two part podcast, please join me for both episodes. Ray Williamson Pool Bond Informational Meetings July 15 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Event Series (See All) If you would like to learn more about the proposed Ray Williamson Pool Bond Measure that will be on the August 6th ballot, join us at an upcoming public meeting: Monday, July 15, 6:30 pm Meeting location: Don Naka...
Jul 13, 2024•35 min•Season 19Ep. 3
Today we welcome Joy Archer & Tom Goodlin with their statements on why we should vote yes on the upcoming Aquatics Bond Measure. This is a two part podcast, please join me for the second episode. Ray Williamson Pool Bond Informational Meetings July 15 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Event Series (See All) If you would like to learn more about the proposed Ray Williamson Pool Bond Measure that will be on the August 6th ballot, join us at an upcoming public meeting: Monday, July 15, 6:30 pm Meeting locati...
Jul 13, 2024•35 min•Season 19Ep. 2
Meet Greg Nance Greg Nance grew up in Kitsap and is on a mission to pay it forward for the next generation of Kitsap kids. He is a youth mentor, distance runner, and nonprofit leader recognized by President Obama. Greg grew up in a middle class union family on Bainbridge Island and worked as a landscaper, house painter, and firewood splitter . The son of a social worker and public defender, Greg learned the value of hard work and community service around the dinner table. His Mom spent over 20 y...
Jul 06, 2024•55 min•Season 19Ep. 1
www.LeRoyBell.com is an American singer and songwriter. He and friend Casey James formed the duo Bell and James, composing songs that were hits for other artists most notably two charting hit singles for Elton John. Later Bell with bassist Terry Morgan formed the group, LeRoy Bell & his Only Friends. In 2011, Bell auditioned for the American The X Factor and was chosen for the Final 16 and went on to the live shows being mentored by Nicole Scherzinger. He was eliminated after the fifth live s...
Jun 18, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 18Ep. 12
The B.I.STANDER Podcast is a conversational podcast unique to Bainbridge Island and Seattle Washington, that covers the Arts, Society & Culture told through Human Interest stories. The intent is to introduce interesting people, ideas, and conversations. We are not perfect and that's OK! Thank you for your support! The B.I.Stander Podca st is a listener supported show, please consider subscribing. BE A FRIEND OF PODCASTVILLE AND TELL A FRIEND The BISTANDER Podcast! Today we welcome back Dan R...
Apr 11, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Season 17Ep. 11
The B.I.STANDER Podcast is a conversational podcast unique to Bainbridge Island and Seattle Washington, that covers the Arts, Society & Culture told through Human Interest stories. The intent is to introduce interesting people, ideas, and conversations. We are not perfect and that's OK! Thank you for your support! The B.I.Stander Podca st is a listener supported show, please consider subscribing. BE A FRIEND OF PODCASTVILLE AND TELL A FRIEND The BISTANDER Podcast! Today we welcome back Scott...
Mar 27, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 17Ep. 10
Today we welcome back Bill Marler! In 1993, Marler represented 9-year-old Brianne Kiner in litigation against Jack in the Box following an E. coli O157:H7 outbreak, securing a $15.6 million settlement. [3] He subsequently directed his practice toward foodborne illness, representing many more people affected by diseases such as E. coli, hepatitis A , and Salmonellosis . He has been involved in litigation relating to most of the large foodborne illness outbreaks in the United States, representing ...
Mar 05, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Season 17Ep. 9
Today we welcome Cory Bennett C.Bennett | Iconic Neo-Pop Artist | b. 1986 “Iconic Neo-POP”, artist C.Bennett combines pop themes, iconic images and neo-expressionist techniques to produce work that is wary of modern society. Born and raised in Las Vegas, NV he has his own unique style of art that combines an urban “street” style with the use of found-media, providing the artist with an endless supply of complex and relevant subject matter. each painting allows the viewer to step into a nostalgic...
Feb 21, 2024•43 min•Season 17Ep. 8
Today we welcome Stephen Rowley author of The Lost Coin The coin lost in the river is found in the river.-Zen kōan In The Lost Coin, Stephen Rowley shares his lifelong journey-searching for his birth parents, seeking his true identity, and discovering his soul's calling. We join him when, as a boy growing up in Iowa, he visits Chicago for the first time and is shocked by blatant racial segregation and sprawling urban poverty. We see Stephen as a young athlete sustaining a life-changing injury, t...
Jan 16, 2024•50 min•Season 17Ep. 7
Today we welcome artist Craig Jacobrown. Check out: The Maskery Craig Jacobrown’s expertise as a mask designer and puppeteer is informed by his work as a sculptor, with works of wood and bronze in many private and public collections. Craig has studied European, Balinese, Turkish and NW Coast indigenous mask dance, puppet and theater styles. He has been teaching, performing and conducting theatre workshops in schools, colleges and theatres for over thirty years. He trained in the Lecoq method of ...
Jan 02, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Season 17Ep. 6
