KUOW 94.9 Public Radio http://kuow.org/kuowpresents KUOW Presents KUOW Presents connects listeners to a diversity of stories and perspectives from around the Pacific Northwest and around the world on topics that matter to our daily lives. KUOW Presents connects listeners to a diversity of stories and perspectives from around the Pacific Northwest and around the world on topics that matter to our daily lives. en-us © Copyright 2009, KUOW http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Public Radio KUOW Web Staff webhelp@kuow.org http://www.kuow.org/images/pod/logo_144.jpg http://kuow.org/kuowpresents 144 222 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 14:59:52 -0800 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 14:59:52 -0800 KUOW 94.9 Public Radio health, brain injury, maria ross, aneurysm, stroke, recovery no KUOW 94.9 Public Radio Every single thing you do each day is controlled by your brain. Few of us of ever think about that, but a brain injury can turn the simplest activity... Every single thing you do each day is controlled by your brain. Few of us of ever think about that, but a brain injury can turn the simplest activity into a profound experience. Maria Ross and her husband moved to Seattle from San Francisco early in late 2007. A few months later, she collapsed and almost died from a hemorrhaged aneurysm. In recovery, she learned more about her brain – and her life –than she ever imagined. Maria Ross talks with KUOW's Jeremy Richards. Every single thing you do each day is controlled by your brain. Few of us of ever think about that, but a brain injury can turn the simplest activity into a profound experience. Maria Ross and her husband moved to Seattle from San Francisco early in late 2007. A few months later, she collapsed and almost died from a hemorrhaged aneurysm. In recovery, she learned more about her brain – and her life –than she ever imagined. Maria Ross talks with KUOW's Jeremy Richards. http://www.kuow.org/program.php?id=18749 webhelp@kuow.org (KUOW 94.9 Public Radio) http://www.kuow.org/podcast/KUOWPresents/20091107MariaRoss.mp3 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0800 health, brain injury, maria ross, aneurysm, stroke, recovery KUOW 94.9 Public Radio Many of the dancers who work in the Puget Sound area are trained in an art form with roots in the 19th century. But audiences live in the 21st century.... Many of the dancers who work in the Puget Sound area are trained in an art form with roots in the 19th century. But audiences live in the 21st century. To keep dance alive and interesting, many companies in the region are expanding the boundaries of classical and other dance forms. But that can be risky. Seattle dance critic Alice Kaderlan is seeing many local dance companies take risks. And those companies make some missteps along the way. Alice spoke with KUOW's Dave Beck about upcoming performances showcasing choreographers who challenge and entertain. Many of the dancers who work in the Puget Sound area are trained in an art form with roots in the 19th century. But audiences live in the 21st century. To keep dance alive and interesting, many companies in the region are expanding the boundaries of classical and other dance forms. But that can be risky. Seattle dance critic Alice Kaderlan is seeing many local dance companies take risks. And those companies make some missteps along the way. Alice spoke with KUOW's Dave Beck about upcoming performances showcasing choreographers who challenge and entertain. http://www.kuow.org/program.php?id=18742 webhelp@kuow.org (KUOW 94.9 Public Radio) http://www.kuow.org/podcast/KUOWPresents/20091105AliceKaderlan.mp3 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0800 Dance, Alice Kaderlan, Dance review, On the Boards, Pacific Northwest Ballet, KUOW 94.9 Public Radio Music doesn't make much of an impact unless it connects with our hearts, bodies and souls. That's the rule Seattle pianist and composer Wayne Horvitz... Music doesn't make much of an impact unless it connects with our hearts, bodies and souls. That's the rule Seattle pianist and composer Wayne Horvitz follows. He has composed for jazz bands and classical groups alike. But, rather than thinking about musical genres when he writes, Wayne focuses on the instruments and players first. KUOW's Dave Beck spoke with Wayne Horvitz about how he learned to find the right musical tools to make a lasting emotional connection. Music doesn't make much of an impact unless it connects with our hearts, bodies and souls. That's the rule Seattle pianist and composer Wayne Horvitz follows. He has composed for jazz bands and classical groups alike. But, rather than thinking about musical genres when he writes, Wayne focuses on the instruments and players first. KUOW's Dave Beck spoke with Wayne Horvitz about how he learned to find the right musical tools to make a lasting emotional connection. http://www.kuow.org/program.php?id=18729 webhelp@kuow.org (KUOW 94.9 Public Radio) http://www.kuow.org/podcast/KUOWPresents/20091103WayneHorvitz.mp3 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0800 music, Wayne Horvitz, Seattle Chamber Players, Zony Mash, Bernstein, Hendrix, Howlin Wolf, Kronos String Quartet KUOW 94.9 Public Radio There are over a hundred million blogs on the Web. Many of them might not be worth your time. But Monica Guzman says that a good blog gives anyone a chance... There are over a hundred million blogs on the Web. Many of them might not be worth your time. But Monica Guzman says that a good blog gives anyone a chance to tell his or her story — and it could inspire others to do the same. Monica Guzman is the main contributor to "The Big Blog" for SeattlePI.com. Today, Monica Guzman tells Jeremy Richards about three blogs that bring us both adventure and inspiration. There are over a hundred million blogs on the Web. Many of them might not be worth your time. But Monica Guzman says that a good blog gives anyone a chance to tell his or her story — and it could inspire others to do the same. Monica Guzman is the main contributor to "The Big Blog" for SeattlePI.com. Today, Monica Guzman tells Jeremy Richards about three blogs that bring us both adventure and inspiration. http://www.kuow.org/program.php?id=18706 webhelp@kuow.org (KUOW 94.9 Public Radio) http://www.kuow.org/podcast/KUOWPresents/20091031MonicaGuzman.mp3 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0800 blogs, KUOW Presents, Jeremy Richards, Monica guzman, where the hell is matt, Web, are we married, 50 jobs in 50 states KUOW 94.9 Public Radio Today, Kells Pub in Seattle's Post Alley is where you'd go for a pint of Guinness or to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. But a hundred years ago, it's where... Today, Kells Pub in Seattle's Post Alley is where you'd go for a pint of Guinness or to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. But a hundred years ago, it's where people brought dead bodies for embalming. The bar is in the basement of the building that used to house Butterworth Mortuary. It was the city's first place for comprehensive death–related services from corpse retrieval to coffin sales. Mercedes Yaeger runs Market Ghost Tours in Pike Place Market. She also wrote a book about the haunted history of the Market. And she sees a connection between the bodies that came through Butterworth Mortuary in the past, and the stories of hauntings in the building now. KUOW's Jeannie Yandel went to Kells to find out more. Today, Kells Pub in Seattle's Post Alley is where you'd go for a pint of Guinness or to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. But a hundred years ago, it's where people brought dead bodies for embalming. The bar is in the basement of the building that used to house Butterworth Mortuary. It was the city's first place for comprehensive death–related services from corpse retrieval to coffin sales. Mercedes Yaeger runs Market Ghost Tours in Pike Place Market. She also wrote a book about the haunted history of the Market. And she sees a connection between the bodies that came through Butterworth Mortuary in the past, and the stories of hauntings in the building now. KUOW's Jeannie Yandel went to Kells to find out more. http://www.kuow.org/program.php?id=18707 webhelp@kuow.org (KUOW 94.9 Public Radio) http://www.kuow.org/podcast/KUOWPresents/20091031MercedesYaeger.mp3 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0800 history, KUOW Presents, ghosts, haunted, hauntings, Kells Irish Pub, Pike Place Market, mortuary, Butterworth, Post Alley, embalming room, spiritualist, Mercedes Yaeger, Jeannie Yandel KUOW 94.9 Public Radio In the U.S., most of our funerals are quiet and somber. But in Mexico, the Dia De Los Muertos festivities celebrate the deceased with a colorful altars,... In the U.S., most of our funerals are quiet and somber. But in Mexico, the Dia De Los Muertos festivities celebrate the deceased with a colorful altars, music, food and lively stories. This tradition started over 3,000 years ago with Aztec and Mayan rituals, and it carries on today here in the Northwest. Melody Rodriguez helps coordinate the Day of the Dead altars and activities at the Tacoma Art Museum. Melody told KUOW's Jeremy Richards how the altars and rituals create community — and a vibrant celebration of life. In the U.S., most of our funerals are quiet and somber. But in Mexico, the Dia De Los Muertos festivities celebrate the deceased with a colorful altars, music, food and lively stories. This tradition started over 3,000 years ago with Aztec and Mayan rituals, and it carries on today here in the Northwest. Melody Rodriguez helps coordinate the Day of the Dead altars and activities at the Tacoma Art Museum. Melody told KUOW's Jeremy Richards how the altars and rituals create community — and a vibrant celebration of life. http://www.kuow.org/program.php?id=18708 webhelp@kuow.org (KUOW 94.9 Public Radio) http://www.kuow.org/podcast/KUOWPresents/20091031MelodyRodriguez.mp3 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0800 celebrations, KUOW Presents, melody Rodriguez, day of the dead, dia de los muertos, altars, Tacoma art museum, Jeremy Richards KUOW 94.9 Public Radio The most successful horror movie franchise of all time is called "Saw." There are five "Saw" movies, and each one features prolonged... The most successful horror movie franchise of all time is called "Saw." There are five "Saw" movies, and each one features prolonged scenes of gory torture and victimization. But not all modern horror movies focus on graphic murder scenes. Gabe Rapier isn't a huge fan of horror movies. But he thinks when they're done right, they can give us a way to safely explore some of the darker elements of humanity. Gabe also works at the Columbia City branch of the Seattle Public Library. He talked with KUOW's Jeannie Yandel about three horror movies in Seattle Public Library stocks — "Nang Nak," "El Rey De La Montana," and "Blind Mountain" — that are all worth checking out. The most successful horror movie franchise of all time is called "Saw." There are five "Saw" movies, and each one features prolonged scenes of gory torture and victimization. But not all modern horror movies focus on graphic murder scenes. Gabe Rapier isn't a huge fan of horror movies. But he thinks when they're done right, they can give us a way to safely explore some of the darker elements of humanity. Gabe also works at the Columbia City branch of the Seattle Public Library. He talked with KUOW's Jeannie Yandel about three horror movies in Seattle Public Library stocks — "Nang Nak," "El Rey De La Montana," and "Blind Mountain" — that are all worth checking out. http://www.kuow.org/program.php?id=18700 webhelp@kuow.org (KUOW 94.9 Public Radio) http://www.kuow.org/podcast/KUOWPresents/20091030GabeRapier.mp3 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0800 films, KUOW Presents, library, movies, horror, Thai, Nang Nak, ghost, romance, love story, folklore, King Of The Hill, Spanish, hunters, victims, Blind Mountain, China, kidnapping, slavery, Seattle Public Library, Gabriel Rapier, Jeannie Yandel KUOW 94.9 Public Radio The landscape and weather of the Pacific Northwest make this ideal waterfall country. Travelers in the region have good access to a wide variety of falls.... The landscape and weather of the Pacific Northwest make this ideal waterfall country. Travelers in the region have good access to a wide variety of falls. And waterfalls provide a unique perspective on Northwest geology and history. Seattle travel writer Crai Bower spoke with KUOW's Dave Beck about the magic of waterfalls. The landscape and weather of the Pacific Northwest make this ideal waterfall country. Travelers in the region have good access to a wide variety of falls. And waterfalls provide a unique perspective on Northwest geology and history. Seattle travel writer Crai Bower spoke with KUOW's Dave Beck about the magic of waterfalls. http://www.kuow.org/program.php?id=18697 webhelp@kuow.org (KUOW 94.9 Public Radio) http://www.kuow.org/podcast/KUOWPresents/20091029CraiBower.mp3 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0800 travel, Crai Bower, waterfalls, Oregon, Koosah Falls, Sahalee Falls, Oregon Scenic Highway KUOW 94.9 Public Radio Gourmet magazine will publish its final issue in November. Seattle chef and food writer Greg Atkinson credits the magazine with helping to shape the national... Gourmet magazine will publish its final issue in November. Seattle chef and food writer Greg Atkinson credits the magazine with helping to shape the national reputation of Northwest cuisine. It was also a big influence on his approach to cooking and food writing. Last spring, he filmed a television show with the magazine's former editor, Ruth Reichl, where he made Northwest Salmon Chowder. And he interviewed Ruth just a week before the closure was announced. But he tells KUOW's Megan Sukys that his relationship with Gourmet goes back 30 years. Gourmet magazine will publish its final issue in November. Seattle chef and food writer Greg Atkinson credits the magazine with helping to shape the national reputation of Northwest cuisine. It was also a big influence on his approach to cooking and food writing. Last spring, he filmed a television show with the magazine's former editor, Ruth Reichl, where he made Northwest Salmon Chowder. And he interviewed Ruth just a week before the closure was announced. But he tells KUOW's Megan Sukys that his relationship with Gourmet goes back 30 years. http://www.kuow.org/program.php?id=18686 webhelp@kuow.org (KUOW 94.9 Public Radio) http://www.kuow.org/podcast/KUOWPresents/20091028GregAtkinson.mp3 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0800 food, gourmet, cooking, Greg Atkinson, northwest, Megan Sukys, recipes, ruth reichl KUOW 94.9 Public Radio Seattle's Wing Luke Asian Museum is currently presenting an oral history exhibit called "Across the Spectrum: Stories from Queer Asian Pacific America."... Seattle's Wing Luke Asian Museum is currently presenting an oral history exhibit called "Across the Spectrum: Stories from Queer Asian Pacific America." It features voices from different generations and backgrounds about their experiences being Asian and gay. Curator Joshua Heim found that the younger generation doesn't seem to face as many obstacles against coming out as gay. But at the same time, Josh notices there are fewer bonds uniting the community. Joshua Heim spoke with KUOW's Jeremy Richards. Seattle's Wing Luke Asian Museum is currently presenting an oral history exhibit called "Across the Spectrum: Stories from Queer Asian Pacific America." It features voices from different generations and backgrounds about their experiences being Asian and gay. Curator Joshua Heim found that the younger generation doesn't seem to face as many obstacles against coming out as gay. But at the same time, Josh notices there are fewer bonds uniting the community. Joshua Heim spoke with KUOW's Jeremy Richards. http://www.kuow.org/program.php?id=18652 webhelp@kuow.org (KUOW 94.9 Public Radio) http://www.kuow.org/podcast/KUOWPresents/20091024JoshuaHeim.mp3 Sat, 24 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0800 gay, Joshua Heim, asian, queer, wing luke, museum, oral history