News, culture, stories and more from California’s Central Valley
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New England Public Radio's J. Kyle Sullivan hosts a roundup of the top entries from public storytelling events around the region.
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Voices of the Valley is a podcast of the San Geronimo Valley Community Center, a human services, education, arts & events center situated in a small rural community twenty miles north of San Francisco. Voices of the Valley is about the power, diversity and mysteries of community. What does truly living in community mean to you? Twice a month we interview a dynamic and diverse cast of extraordinary ordinaries—people being people having a quietly profound impact on their local community. Along ...
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Voices from the Valley: A podcast of the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region
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We Strengthen Our Fox Valley Community For Current And Future Generations By Helping People Make A Difference In The Lives Of All.
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A Lifetime of Community Engagement: An Interview with Suzanne Sadowsky
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How does one get connected and stay connected to community? How do we avoid isolation and lonliness? Tune in to find out and get inspired by longtime Valley resident Suzanne Sadowsky who has devoted her life to being of service in community for more than six decades and for multiple organizations. Suzanne Sadowsky was born and grew up in Brooklyn, …
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LCSW Alan Sides joins Bien and Merdok to talk about parapsychology and other paranormal claims, small town murders and synchronicity.Oleh valleyvoicesunleashed
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Engaging Deeply in Community: An Interview with Former Marin County Supervisor Steve Kinsey
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The Adventure of Community: A Conversation with Film-maker Josh "Bones" Murphy
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Join me for an adventurous conversation with adventure film-maker and local valley resident Josh "Bones" Murphy. Josh Murphy is a director and producer of film, commercials, and branded entertainment who began his career in film as a professional skier turned filmmaker and launched the UNPARALLELED series of award winning action sports films in the…
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Tony and Eddie drop in and Merdok demonstrates his Led Zeppelin knowledge. Plus. NSFW Family Feud!Oleh valleyvoicesunleashed
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Merdok, Bien and special guest Barry talk football.Oleh valleyvoicesunleashed
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Writing Life, Writing Community: An Interview with Writer Molly Giles
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Join me for a fun (and funny) interview with longtime valley resident and award-winning writer Molly Giles, where we discuss her latest book LIFE SPAN: Impressions of a Lifetime Spent Crossing and Recrossing the Golden Gate Bridge, which is a memoir in flash form (short vignettes). We also cover a little about the creative process, creative communi…
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The Deep Ecology of Community: An Interview With Paul Berensmeier
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Join us for a fasicnating episode on the wilderness of community featuring LIVE flute music by Paul Berensmeier. In this episode I talk with Paul Berensmeire about Deep Ecology, and how to keep your community wild. We discuss Paul's influential parents Lee and Jean who were instrumental in mobilizing the community to resist a proposal for massive d…
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Merdok and Bien discuss the Paris 2024 Olympics, Dogs and more stuff we hate from the 80’s and 90’s.Oleh valleyvoicesunleashed
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Community, Art & Environment: An Interview with Judith Selby Lang
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Join us for an incredible conversation with Judith Selby Lang about art, perception, beach plastic, and the importance of place. We talk about how one person's garbage becomes another person's brilliance, and how great art can not only change how we perceive the world, but how making art can also possibly save it! For some 25+ years, Judith Selby L…
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The Heartbeat of Community: An Interview with Legendary Drummer Harold Jones
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Join us for an incredible interview with American musical legend, (and Woodacre resident) Harold Jones, where we talk about his collaborations with Stevie Wonder, Tony Bennett & Lady Gaga, and so many more! Harold Jones was born and raised in Richmond, Indiana and attended the American Conservatory of Music in Chicago on a scholarship, then took wo…
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Welcome to Voices of the Valley: An Interview with Alexa Davidson
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"In community lies the heart of the world" In this fantastic innaugural episode I interview the new executive director of the San Geronimo Valley Community Center, Alexa Davidson; fourth generation Marin County resident who grew up in the San Geronimo Valley. We discuss our exciting vision for the podcast, a little history of her growing up in the …
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Guests Tony and Eddie join Bien and Merdok to discuss CONMEBOL results, reality TV, 70’s and 80’s sitcoms and stuff we hated in the 90’s.Oleh valleyvoicesunleashed
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Bien and Merdok talk Copa America, international soccer superstars, lineup changes in famous rock bands and reality TV.Oleh valleyvoicesunleashed
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Merdok and Bien continue their discussion on the paranormal, club rankings going into Copa America and engage in a lively discussion about the universe and aliens.Oleh valleyvoicesunleashed
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Bien and Merdok talk Sunday morning cartoons, the world basketball scene, and delve into the paranormal.Oleh valleyvoicesunleashed
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In this episode we are talking about hunger. Not in some far off place, but right here in our communities - especially the rural small towns here in the Valley. More than 427,000 Wisconsinites have a hard time getting enough food to meet their basic needs, a situation commonly known as food insecurity. That's nearly half a million Wisconsinites who…
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Bien and Merdok discuss the NBA playoffs, Pro Wrestling greats, athletes turned actors and ways to fix the NBA All-Star Game.Oleh valleyvoicesunleashed
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Many young people lack basic financial literacy skills, such as budgeting, saving, investing, and the importance of making informed financial decisions. Junior Achievement of Wisconsin teaches these life skills and so much more: The 100-year-old organization prepares students for the workforce by teaching them essential employability skills, such a…
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Bien and Merdok discuss Shohei’s interpreter, tipping culture, and the fighting with the neighborhood kids growing up.Oleh valleyvoicesunleashed
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Did you know that drug and alcohol-related deaths in Wisconsin have tripled over the last 15 years? In this episode, we are talking about addiction and recovery. How big of a problem is addiction in our area, what’s being done already, and what are some of the barriers to finding the help people need? We are well familiar with Wisconsin’s reputatio…
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Merdok and Bien discuss dangerous kids toys, freaky pro athletes and NBA careers cut short by injury.Oleh valleyvoicesunleashed
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Bien and Merdok talk about dynamic pricing, pro sports mascots and pro athletes that suffer from “the yips.”Oleh valleyvoicesunleashed
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Bien and Merdok talk Cactus League, sushi etiquette, Apple Vision Pro and bad fast food.Oleh valleyvoicesunleashed
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Preserving the Voices of Rural History
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How does one preserve the stories and history of a rural town like Chilton? Today we're visiting the Chilton Public Library, where staff members are unveiling the untold tales that shape the community's identity, through modern technology. A $4,947 grant from the Chilton Area Community Foundation, our regional affiliate partner, allowed the library…
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Merdok and Bien discuss Central Valley settlements, English accents in movies, becoming old heads and our fascination with cartels.Oleh valleyvoicesunleashed
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Reflecting on Kaukauna And King
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What happens when we uncover lost stories and tell them in new ways? And how might shared experiences, between people who are different from one another, bring us closer together? In February 2023 during Black History Month, over 1,000 people in the Fox Valley area had the chance to view the film and participate in conversations with the filmmaker …
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Merdok and Bien Talk 2026 World Cup, their recent trips to Spain and Bien’s time on the USS Costitution.Oleh valleyvoicesunleashed
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Bien and Merdok dive into the latest NFL playoffs action , share hilarious piñata stories, and have a good laugh about strange Mexican souvenirs.Oleh valleyvoicesunleashed
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Scholarships: Making Futures Bright!
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Who doesn't need help funding their dreams? For students pursuing post-high school education, the Community Foundation will award more than $1.7 million in scholarships in 2024 to students from more than 70 high schools. We offer scholarships to high school seniors, college and nontraditional students, and K-12 art and music camps and lessons. It's…
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Valley Voices Unleashed Pilot Episode
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In this pilot episode, hosts Merdok2k and Bien serve up sizzling debates on some of LA's hottest burger joints, dish out Dodger Stadium secrets and explore the flavor of Bay Area sports teams. Get ready for a mouth watering episode packed with the best of West Coast sports and cuisine!Oleh valleyvoicesunleashed
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Pathways of Progress: Fox Valley's Transportation Terrain
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Today we’re tackling the big topic of transportation in the Valley. The needs, the gaps and the dreams we have for improving public transit, roads, and our vast network of trails. What do we mean when we say "Transportation," and which entities are paving the way for our future Resources and links in our show notes at: https://www.cffoxvalley.org/p…
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Big Voices: Your Favorite Episodes!
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What podcasts do you like to listen to? You have so many choices these days, and we are grateful that you've chosen to add Voices from the Valley to your playlist! We’ve had a lot of fun and we’ve learned so much from the people in our community who’ve helped us create more than 50 episodes. When it comes to our podcast, which has only been around …
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Beyond Books! Exploring your library’s hidden treasures
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In an age of rapid technological advancement and ever-changing demographics, libraries are evolving to become more than just repositories of books – and audio – and video. These days libraries offer a treasure trove of cool things that and vibrant spaces where you can explore, learn, and DO so many interesting things. Imagine having access to cutti…
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Engaging Perspectives: Helping the Fox Valley Flourish
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Today we're excited to highlight an episode from Appleton Engaged, a compelling podcast from the City of Appleton. Much like Voices from the Valley, which is dedicated to amplifying diverse voices within our communities, the Appleton Engaged podcast lifts up the individuals, organizations, and resources that contribute to making our community an ex…
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Sharing stories in the news and lifting up the voices of people in our community really lends itself to making the Fox Valley feel like home. The Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region and the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation have been engaged in a major effort to support the work of local newsrooms to bring issues of importance in ou…
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Healthy Teens: Sources of Strength
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Do you know how our youth are doing, as far as mental health and wellness? How can we in the Fox Valley help our teens, and prevent the things that can lead to anxiety or even a crisis? The answers are complex, and challenging. There is no doubt our teens are in crisis – with pressures our older generations can’t even imagine, because it really is …
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Mental Health: Tangible Solutions for the Fox Valley
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Did you know that from 2010-2018, the suicide rate in Calumet, Outagamie and Winnebago counties increased by 66 percent? And among those at greatest risk are middle-aged men, individuals in certain professions (like farming, construction and law enforcement, for example), veterans, members of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and people of color), and LGBTQ…
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Libraries: Community Hubs for All
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In an age of rapid technological advancement and ever-changing demographics, libraries are evolving to become more than just repositories of books. They have transformed into vibrant community hubs, catering to the diverse needs and interests of all residents in the Fox Valley region. Today, we’ll explore the remarkable role that libraries play in …
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Game Changers! Celebrating Special Olympics
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In this episode, we’re talking about including and empowering our neighbors and family members with differing abilities and exploring the power of inclusion in our communities through Special Olympics. Our guests today include parents, coaches, volunteers, and of course the incredible athletes who inspire us all with their determination, courage, a…
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Local Podcasters Lift our Community
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Today we’re doing an entire podcast episode about podcasts! Why do people like them so much, and how are organizations using this audio platform to tell their stories in a whole new way? And what do you need to do to start your own podcast? It’s easier than you might think! What is a podcast? It is simply an audio tool that people and organizations…
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Art truly does help shape a community in so many different ways. Performing arts in particular can provide a platform to celebrate traditions, customs, and stories, fostering a sense of identity and pride among community members. A community rich in arts can foster economic development too, and give tourists a reason to visit a venue and boost the …
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Did you know that engaging children in arts activities can teach team-building skills and provide a positive and constructive outlet and build their self-confidence? Here at the Community Foundation, we are dedicated to supporting art activities that bring our communities together and provide creative opportunities for people of all ages. Research …
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Finding quality childcare in Wisconsin is a challenge, with long waitlists. It's also expensive. Many parents say they are paying more than their monthly mortgage or rent to have their children cared for while they work. And for single parents, it's a difficult road to navigate. If you don’t have young children in your life, you may be thinking thi…
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Do you know how our youth are doing, as far as mental health and wellness? How can we in the Fox Valley help our teens, and prevent the things that can lead to anxiety or even a crisis? The answers are complex, and challenging. There is no doubt our teens are in crisis – with pressures our older generations can’t even imagine, because it really is …
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Did you know that from 2010-2018, the suicide rate in Calumet, Outagamie and Winnebago counties increased by 66 percent? And among those at greatest risk are middle-aged men, individuals in certain professions (like farming, construction and law enforcement, for example), veterans, members of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and people of color), and LGBTQ…
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Dental care is critical to a person's overall health, especially in children. But the pandemic and financial constraints have been barriers to families trying to access proper care, causing decreases in visits. Organizations like volunteer-driven Tri-County Dental help fill the gaps and meet thousands of students where they’re at, offering preventi…
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What is it like to learn your child has autism? And how do you find resources to give your child the best opportunities for learning and for experiencing all the joys and challenges life has in store? In this episode we take some time to consider how we think about Autism, a developmental disability that affects the way a person communicates, think…
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In this episode we're discussing the number of refugees from other countries who have recently resettled here in the Fox Valley. What is life like for them, and how can our communities be welcoming to our new neighbors? Most of them come from the Democratic Republic of the Congo in central Africa. Two years ago, we began to see many come through th…
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Imagine if all residents can live in a good home they can afford. Our region is composed of households across the income spectrum, and it's getting harder to find these homes. High-quality, stable housing is central to the health and wellbeing of all families in our communities. A new Fox Cities and Greater Outagamie County Regional Housing Strateg…
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