Brian Oake is a Minneapolis radio icon. This is a show about music, popular culture, interesting characters, irreverence and laughter, not always in that order.
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Issues and Ideas is a show that features a wide variety of people sharing their thoughts and perspectives about local issues, initiatives and events on the Central Coast. You might hear a policy maker discussing new regulation, an artist sharing their creative process, an entrepreneur exploring sustainable business practices, or an author talking about her latest book.Regular contributors and segments include: the KCBX News team; Carol Tangeman on a variety of local issues and people, travel ...
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ep 458 Sarah Morris & Doug Collins "Family Dinner" at The White Squirrel
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1:02:03Sarah Morris and Doug Collins treated us to three live songs in the SmartStartMN studio. We shared "Plinko" stories, "petting the Ginko" and much much more. They are both old friends of the show, so this one is particularly silly. They will be at the White Squirrel the last Wednesday of every month until the end of time. Enjoy!…
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Minnesota's own Pam Linton joined us to talk about her life as a country music performer, her life with country star Sherwyn Linton and her upcoming CD release party of "Songs of the Carter Family" on March 14th at Crooner's Supper Club in Fridley. Get tickets before they're gone!
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Ep 459 Michael Anschel OA Design Build Architecture
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1:06:38Our dear friend and sponsor, Michael Anschel of OA Design, Build, Architecture joined us to let out some frustration about the current administration and to give some hope for our entire nation. We talk Super Bowl halftime show, his fantastic business and so much more. Enjoy!
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Maureen Zawalick on Diablo Canyon's safety and future, fulfilling end-of-life dreams at Dream Makers SLO and sips of wisdom on building a brand
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57:12Jim Dantona, host of Working Lunch and CEO of San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce sits down with Maureen Zawalick, Vice President of Business and Technical Services at PG&E to talk about the Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant. KCBX's Brian Reynolds talks to Reilly Newman, co-author of a new book, along with his business partner Scott Saunders, title…
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Music education and the SLO Youth Symphony, scholarships to honor Dr. King, SLO County's immigrant community and the NIH funding pause
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59:15Grace Seng, Music Education Manager of the SLO Symphony, in conversation with Marisa Waddell, KCBX's Program Director about music education and the SLO Youth Symphony. Mary Matakovich, Board President for the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. High School Memorial Scholarship Fund, speaks to Sam DJ, Programming Intern at KCBX, about honoring Dr. King thr…
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Friend of the show, Ric Menck, joins us to pay tribute to Rob Sheeley. Rob was many things throughout his life, but probably best known as the proprietor and spritual core of the the Hopkins record store, Mill City Sound. We talk about the man and play some of his favorite songs. Enjoy!
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It's going to be close to 50 degrees in Minneapolis today. Sean has a hankerin' for a bike ride. That's today's theme. Enjoy!
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Lee Herrick, California's poet laureate, affordable pet boarding and the Garagiste Wine Festival
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59:43Lee Herrick, the poet laureate of California in conversation with Caleb Nichols, the new poet laureate of San Luis Obispo County. Robin Coleman for Peace, Love and Pets speaks to Isabelle Gullö from Care for Paws and Katie Bean from Creekside Pet Boarding, about their efforts to make pet boarding more affordable in San Luis Obispo County. KCBX’s Fa…
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Brian is back from an illness. He talks about it on the show and his path moving forward. You'll hear some great tunes...a few tears from both of us, and some hope!
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Ep454 Julius Collins (Greazy Meal, Dr. Mambo's Combo, Prince Tributes & More)!
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1:07:10My dear friend, Julius Collins comes out swinging! We talk about the Trumpster fire, what's wrong and right with America. Vikings intergenerational heartbreak. And, Juice picks some outstanding tunes, from Greazy Meal to Prince, to Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder. Check out his Marvin Gaye tribute at the historic Capri Theatre on the North Side in Fe…
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John Cosgrove (our Irish brother) talked about his Minnesota connections traveling to Ireland. We talked a bit about what the Irish think about our recent election and John and I share many cover songs and why we love it when an artist makes the cover their own. Enjoy the craic!
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New California laws, reflecting on the Live Oak Music Festival, UCSB's researchers speak against war and a visit to the National Civil Rights Museum
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58:28A summary of state laws taking effect this year, from the California Report. Frank Lanzone, KCBX Director and General Manager, and Greg Perry, Development Director and key organizer of the Live Oak Music Festival chat with KCBX's Meher Ali about their best moments at Live Oak. Festival tickets go on sale January 20th at 10 am. Researchers Against W…
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Our good friend John Cosgrove joined as co-host today. John is from near northern Ireland and he shared a bevy of great stories about growing up in Ireland and we focused the music around the trend of performers singing with their original accents, instead of trying to sound American. We had a blast!…
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Katy Vernon is back to talk about her music, music she loves and about her version of spirituality and so much more. Enjoy! Help her fund the new Favourite Girl album by going to GoFundMe.com and searching "Favourite Girl" (in that funky English spelling.
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Navigating life in a divided nation, the Morro Bay Bird Festival and the concerns of undocumented immigrants living on the Central Coast
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58:45Tania Israel, author and Professor of Counseling Psychology at the University of California at Santa Barbara, speaks with KCBX’s Brian Reynolds about her new book Facing the Fracture: How to Navigate the Challenges of Living in a Divided Nation. Registration is open at this year’s Morro Bay Bird Festival that starts on January 16th until the 20th. …
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Katy Vernon was on the show. We talked a ton about her new music with her band, Favourite Girl and upcoming events like the Women's March and an event at White Squirrel. We added a dose of recovery and mental health solutions as well. Enjoy!
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You say you want a resolution, well, ya know... Front Row Paul is back as co-host and this time we talk about what he's looking forward to in 2025, live shows, golf and giving back. He pulled some great tunes for this show. Enjoy!
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Are you kidding me? Front Row Paul was on the show with me today, filling in as co-host while Brian is out. We talked about the history of FRP and how he fell in love with music, a little politics and even some golf. Enjoy!
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Ep 447 Aaron Seymour 2024 YIR and 2025 Early Look
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1:06:58Aaron Seymour joins the Brian Oake Show once again. This time he highlights his favorite songs and shows of 2024 and previews his hopes and fears of 2025. Enjoy!
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You may remember him from such bands as The Widgets, The Delilahs or even Bleek & Grimm. I know him as Aaron Seymour, international man of mystery. Aaron and I played some of our favorite Christmas tunes and told stories of getting the gifts we almost wanted as children. Thanks to Aaron for co-hosting. We're all hoping Brian is on the mend and will…
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Doug Collins co-hosted the show again and we talked about Christmas past and present, but ignored the future. He picked some great tunes and shared some great stories. Enjoy!
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Doug Collins came in to co-host the Brian Oake Show. Brian is out with an illness. Please send good vibes his way. We talked about the passing of the incredible Slim Dunlap. We also talked about the year that was 2024 and what Doug has coming up in 2025. Enjoy!
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Son Care Foundation, Visit SLO CAL, protecting Monarch butterflies, and the Run SLO club
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58:11Rhys Jensen of Son Care Foundation discusses the ways the nonprofit is saving lives through the human-canine bond. Cathy Cartier, Visit SLO CAL’s CEO, shares insights about San Luis Obispo County’s non-profit tourism promotion organization. Devon Szalva, a student reporter for KCSB radio, spoke with researcher Ethan Anadon about the challenges faci…
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Lizz Winstead! Lizz mother-effin' Winstead was on the show today to promote Vajamma Party at the Parkway Theater and her year in review show (year 15 and it's fantastic). We'll link to tickets in the promos. Great conversation and a GIGANTIC holiday food tip!
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African Californios, a journey from Nanjing to SLO, and immigration policies
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58:02Cal Poly Professor Cameron Jones and student Anthony Herrera talk with KCBX's Meher Ali about the African Californios Project. Journalism professor Yan Shan shares her journey from Nanjing to Cal Poly with KCBX’s Tom Wilmer. UCSB student reporter Ashley Segat speaks with UC Santa Barbara professor Alfredo Gonzalez about what immigration policies co…
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Ep 442- Ben Cook-Feltz Holiday Spectacular!
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44:11Our good friend, Ben Cook-Feltz stopped by to bring us some holiday cheer with some of the great tunes off his Merry BCF-ing Christmas album. He's doing a show with special guests this Sunday, 18/8 from 2pm-4ish on Sunday at the Cedar Cultural Center. This is a kid-friendly show. It all benefits the Rein In Sarcoma foundation. Cheers!…
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Pearl Harbor Day, chronic pain- part 2, and Playing With Persimmons
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59:11December 7th is National Pearl Harbor Day, and back in 1991, KCBXs Tom Wilmer created a short radio story chronicling two fictional SLO High graduates of the class of 1942. Also, you’ll hear part two of Brian Reynolds’ interview with David Hanscom, MD, author of Back in Control: a Surgeon's Road Map out of Chronic Pain and Douglas Garland, MD, auth…
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SLO for Home, corporate responsibility, and Back in Control: a Surgeon's Roadmap out of Chronic Pain.
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59:32KCBX intern Meher Ali talks with Katie Lichtig of SLO for Home, about their goal to empower refugee families to rebuild their lives on the Central Coast, and SLO for Home's recent rebranding. On Playing With Food, Fr. Ian speaks with Brian Talley of Talley Vineyards about corporate responsibility. KCBX’s Brian Reynolds chats with David Hanscom, MD,…
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Ep 441 Ed Cohen from SmartStartMN (Thanksgiving 2024)
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47:48Our good friend, Ed Cohen from SmartStartMN joined us to talk about Thanksgiving and Ikesgiving at First Avenue on Wednesday night. Christ Costello, The Delilah's and then Ike will perform. Great music and great conversation. What are you thankful for this year?
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Your green waste bin, wine industry changes, The Monday Club and the Budget Cafe
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58:36KCBX intern Meher Ali gets answers to questions about green waste bins, in a conversation with Rachelle Paris, the city’s Solid Waste & Recycling Coordinator. Ash Mehta, local wine retailer, speaks with KCBX’s Stu Soren about recent changes in the wine industry. KCBX’s Alyssa Toledo explores how The Monday Club’s centennial pays tribute to its past…
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Ep 440 5 Year Anniversary Show LIVE from HiFI Hair & Records MPLS
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55:16We did the show live for the very first time. We were at HiFi Hair & Records and our friend Jon Clifford hosted the whole shindig. Thank you again to SmartStartMN.com/thebrianoakeshow and OADesignbuild.com for sponsoring. Thanks to Ben & Aaron from Fairwell Milwaukee and Molly Maher & Steve from Molly Maher & Her Disbelievers for performing. We tru…
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Ep 439 Ben Lubeck & Aaron Markson from Fairwell Milwaukee
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48:07Ben Lubeck and Aaron Markson of the band Farewell Milwaukee join us in anticipation of their Brian Oake Show 5 year anniversary performance at HiFi Hair & Records this Thursday at 5pm. They perform two songs in this episode that are not to be missed. Please subscribe and share. Thanks!
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Sideways Uncorked, SLO County's Veterans Memorial Museum, and senior pets and grief
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58:28The Movie Sideways is 20 years old, and there’s a new book out – Sideways Uncorked- a Perfect Pairing of Film and Wine. We talk with the authors, Kirk Honeycutt and Mira Advani Honeycutt. KCBX’s Tom Wilmer checks in with Bart Topham, Director/Curator with SLO County's Veterans Memorial Museum. On Peace, Love & Pets, host Robin Coleman shares storie…
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Local music legend Molly Maher joins us this week AND! joins us one week from tonight to perform at our 5 Year Anniversary show for the podcast. It's free!! Find out everything you need to know and learn much more about this fascinating performer on this episode. Cheers!
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Woo Hoo! The 5th annivesary of our show is next week! It's free event , and filled with excellent music. It's happening early at Hi-Fi Hair and Records, so who better to check in with than our dear friend Jon Clifford!?! This is a fun one. Oh, we may have said a few things about it being election day...Enjoy!!…
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This time, Jillian Rae! She has a new Halloween single and a big video release show this Thursday at Icehouse. She's freaking rad. Listen learn, and enjoy!
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Allow us to introduce you to Nothwoods Goth. Founders Katie Shapiro and Laura Menck join us to talk about this very Minnesotan entrepreneurial endeavor. Moody, homey and maybe just a little spooky, this is a company that's got my attention. Enjoy!
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SLO County's Regional Road Safety Plan, the Morro Bay Bird Festival, and Playing With Food- local coffee
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59:08John DiNunzio, Transportation Planner with SLOCOG, speaks with KCBX’s Marisa Waddell about the county’s Regional Road Safety Action Plan. The Morro Bay Bird Festival is in January of 2025, and Bob and Robbie Revel talk about how to best enjoy the festival. Fr. Ian, of Playing With Food, is sharing his exploration of coffee produced on the Californi…
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