In our latest episode of the Swimming Upstream Radio Show’s "Generation Gap," Dorothy Wilhelm (Silent Generation) chats with Ray Miller Still (Millennial) and producer Jason Falls (Gen-X) to dive into the fascinating world of generational differences. From the silent generation's quiet resilience to the millennials' vocal activism, we explore how each generation has shaped and … [Read more...] about Exploring Generational Shifts: Protests Through Time
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Thanksgiving has evolved and expanded over the years – much like the turkeys
No matter what you’ve read, no matter what you think you remember, Thanksgiving is often not a nice holiday. At least it wasn’t when I was growing up. Now wait, I’m not a malcontent and I have evidence to offer. Some of us have memories of the Thanksgiving holidays after World War I, when we celebrated the fact that we could all be together and there was plenty to … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving has evolved and expanded over the years – much like the turkeys
The Thanksgiving Edition of Coffee Chat & Change The World
>It's that time again! Coffee Chat and Change the World is here for its Thanksgiving Edition. Our program this month includes: HELENA REYNOLDS with Little Known Facts about Alexander Hamilton from her book Destined To Be A Hamilton written with Mary Anne Hamilton. DL Fowler joins us to explain the context behind Abraham Lincoln's declaration that created Thanksgiving. It's … [Read more...] about The Thanksgiving Edition of Coffee Chat & Change The World
The Science of Joy: A Conversation with Allen Klein
Swimming Upstream Radio Show kicks off November with the topic of joy. Host Dorothy Wilhelm interviews Allen Klein, a humorous keynote speaker and the world's only Jolly-tologist. (Allen explained that a jollytologist is a scientist of joy. They explore the importance of joy and humor in life, especially during challenging times. Allen shares personal stories of loss and … [Read more...] about The Science of Joy: A Conversation with Allen Klein
Tim and Tam: A Love Story for Today
If you listened to our podcast today, you will have heard how about two years ago Tim Alden was Diagnosed with Dementia. Now, this is not that unusual. 10 million cases are diagnosed annually. What is unusual was the good humored determination with which they set out to navigate this stage of life. We're lucky to have Tam's story below, as originally published in The … [Read more...] about Tim and Tam: A Love Story for Today
Notes on My Greenwich Village – Dave, Bob and Me by Teri Thal
I remember my first meeting with Terri Thal. She was preparing for the publication of her new book. She had titled it, MY GREENWICH VILLAGE, Dave, Bob and Me It's release coincided roughly with the movie about Bob Dylan's Life, A Complete Unknown. The movie was three hours long and ,yes, Timothée Chalamet did all the playing and singing himself. I asked. But if you've got three … [Read more...] about Notes on My Greenwich Village – Dave, Bob and Me by Teri Thal
Generation Gap – Halloween Edition
The purpose behind this fast moving and moderately funny show is to spotlight the way that the simple and involuntary act of being born causes us to act and think differently. Ray Miller-Still is a Millennial. He is also the editor of a major Northwest Newspaper. This causes him to be fussy about facts. Jason Falls produces this podcast but like any good wizard, wears many … [Read more...] about Generation Gap – Halloween Edition
October 2025 – Trick or Treat Time is On the Way!
The October issue of Coffee Chat & Change the World is live! In this month's episode we get a tutorial on portraiture with artist (not artist?) Yao Tsao and spooky Halloween candy and craft ideas from Sandra Solon, the Crafty Canadian. We have other regulars and guests involved in the chat too, this month so give it a watch and share it with a friend that might find … [Read more...] about October 2025 – Trick or Treat Time is On the Way!
Traveling with disabilities and wonderful Easy Walks walks mapped out by Marjorie Turner Hollman
Traveling with disabilities and wonderful Easy Walks walks mapped out by Marjorie Turner Hollman have been part of our Swimming Upstream Radio Shows for more than ten years and they've always been practical and useful. "I'd be happy to chat another time about winter walking--for non-snowy areas," she wrote in 2020. " I think it's mostly a matter of the right clothes, water … [Read more...] about Traveling with disabilities and wonderful Easy Walks walks mapped out by Marjorie Turner Hollman
How Small Communities Help Each Other
Jon Hubbell and Diane Malone shared stories of how they found ways to help people in need. Jon told of repelling down the front of a building in Lach. The goal was to raise $1000 for Thurston County Networks and Ron said proudly that the goal was exceeded. Diane added Sponsored Food Help for Thurston County was receiving help from and for Thurston County families in … [Read more...] about How Small Communities Help Each Other