Straight Talk

We've gotten messages asking us why we're not covering the Michael Brown/Ferguson riots issue, and some even accused us of ignoring it and not being a real 'Straight Talk' show tackling tougher subjects. There is no particular objection to covering this. Our host was out with bronchitis and once better we scheduled a Dream Weavers show for Dec. 4 at 3PM with David Mitchell of PMR Consulting - our usual air time is on Thursdays. Thanksgiving was a no go. Our goal with the Straight Talk Radio project is two-way dialogue, whether with a guest or our audience. Anyone can have a show dominated by hosts who become talking heads and we don't want to hear ourselves talk. So we put out a challenge to our Facebook page fans to click LIKE if they wanted us to do a show BUT but we said they had to commit to calling in and sharing their thoughts. There was enough response so here we are. Let's talk Ferguson. All opinions welcome but keep it clean and civil.

Join us as we recap World Affairs Council's meeting featuring Treasury Secretary Jacob J. Lew, who discussed the state of the world economy and what can be done to improve global economic growth ahead of his trip with President Obama to the G-20 Leaders' Summit in Brisbane, Australia.

After 13 years as the lobbyist in Olympia for the Washington Technology Industry Association, Lewis McMurran left the industry group in 2013 to run his own consulting business. A highly respected lobbyist by tech leaders and politicians, his work has been instrumental in legislative circles. Join us as we chat with Lew about business, policy, trends, elections, and more.

Join us as we recap a recent Silverdale Chamber of Commerce keynote panel about homeless youth facts, issues, and solutions.

Charles Keating, president of West Sound Technology Association, will join others in discussion about highlights and important takeaways from WSTA's annual summit with keynote Renee Radcliff Sinclair - who recently retired as head of Strategic Initiative for Apple, Inc. The topics included education, technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship. If you attended and want to share your thoughts, call in!

Ken Sethney is a lifelong entrepreneur, early tech adopter, marketing coach, and volunteer business mentor. Join us as we discuss efforts to build Kitsap SCORE, a local branch of a national organization designed to help Kitsap County residents start, grow and successfully exit their own business ventures. 

Join us as we talk about Ebola. What's known?What's being done about it?Are you at risk?Is media fear-mongering and causing mass hysteria?Is America facing an epidemic?Has it become a partisan issue?How is the backlash against fear-mongering affecting the information stream?

Join Harry Brelsford, Founder of SMB Nation, Charles Keating of Keating Consulting Service, Inc., and others as we discuss highlights and important takeaways from this recent ground-breaking conference held at Microsoft in Redmond. Did you attend? Call in and share your thoughts!

As the world evolves and more efforts are made to understand and embrace different cultures, religions, and lifestyles, is society resorting to political correctness which sets it on a path to social Marxism as some have claimed?When is it acceptable to hold individuals and corporations (and its executives) accountable for their prejudicial beliefs or the organisations they support?Can we go too far in pursuit of a story, justice, or what we perceive as righteous and open-minded behaviour? Is there a point when the offended becomes the offender, or is all fair in the pursuit of a tolerant society? Join us in what is certain to be a spirited discussion about tolerance, acceptance, and striking a balance between this and the right to believe and live as we choose.

Ed Wolfe, a Bremerton lawyer and former U.S. State Department official, is running for Kitsap County Commissioner. With his extensive service in all three branches of government (executive, legislative, judicial) and impressive resume in civic and business arenas, he is lauded across all aisles as the refreshing change needed in government. Tune in to hear his thoughts on what it takes to be a leader in the 21st century, and the importance of bringing balance back to the political and policy process.

From 1982 to 1999, Norm Johnson was a kicker in the NFL. He played for the Seattle Seahawks for eight years, then Altanta, Philadelphia, and Pittsburgh. During his career, he was a two-time Pro Bowler and All Pro, and helped lead the Pittsburgh Steelers to Super Bowl XXX in the 1995-96 season. It’s been years since he has played, yet he is still #10 on the NFL’s list of all team leading scorers. Now Norm is in business with partner Neal Nilsen, and the two have created 12 Man Pale Ale. The beer has taken off after its December 2013 release by Dick's Brewing Co., and is a well-balanced pale ale at 4.5% ABV that everyone can drink and enjoy as and For the Fan. Join us as we talk to Norm about the process of concept to market on this exciting venture.

Lary Coppola is a political pundit, Press/CEO of Wet Apple Media, and former Mayor of Port Orchard. Listen in as he guest co-hosts and weighs in about county commissioner, legislative, and other political candidates in the upcoming race. Who's worth your vote?What should a candidate bring to the table in a 21st century economy? Join the conversation!

Reports that a Russian hacking ring had stolen more than a billion online credentials sent Internet users scrambling to reset their passwords. Community Health Systems, which operates 206 hospitals across the United States, announced on Monday that hackers recently broke into its computers and stole data on 4.5 million patients. Are we safe?What does the future hold?How can we protect our data? Brian Morkert, nationally respected Founder and President of AuditWest, an IT Risk and Compliance firm, gives us the scoop on the state of the industry and ways to stay one step ahead.

Several Bainbridge Island residents have opposed a controversial shopping development planned at High School Road and Highway 305. Protesters are against cutting the 800 trees necessary to build, and have held a boycott pledge, candlelight vigils, demonstrations, and a Bainbridge High School graduate grabbed national headlines by sitting on a platform in an evergreen tree in protest. Ohio-based developer Visconsi received approval to begin clear cutting the land earlier this month, marking the first step towards construction of a 62,000-square-foot shopping center to include a Bartell Drugs, restaurants, a Key Bank branch, and professional services and health care facilities. Opponents claim Bainbridge has enough shopping, and the rural nature of the island is being overrun by corporate interests that threaten long term local businesses. Supporters say private property owners who comply with the legal process have the right to develop their land as they please, and more businesses drive competition, more op

Stories of elder patient discrimination or poor treatment, and strategies for better equipping patients to advocate for quality healthcare.

After years at JP Morgan Chase, Charrise Gordon embarks upon a longtime dream of starting her own nationally-based professional mobile bartending service - Toast.

Michael Strube, Pres/CEO of Bremerton Chamber of Commerce and previous candidate for Bremerton City Council, District 3, shares his thoughts about Bremerton.

Lary Coppola, Pres/CEO of Wet Apple Media and former Mayor of Port Orchard shares his thoughts about the ongoing legal battle between Kitsap County Prosecutor's Office and Kitsap Rifle and Revolver Club.

Kathryn Simpson, retired School Board Director for South Kitsap School District, discusses education, surviving cancer, and life lessons.