Get Real With Rick Dancer

The world is finally asking questions about the past two years. Some still think they have to call names and try to silence those who see it differently but they are in the minority which is probably why they lash out and stoop to such tactics. Let's talk about that. 

Oregon voters passed measure 110 a few years ago and the results, well, don't listen to me listen to Bill Lundun as he gives you the numbers. Passage of this measure is one of the biggest questions I get from folks in Montana. They can't believe we approved it and as it turns out we shouldn't have. Also a few of my own opinions on why we as a culture need to stop allowing culture, leaders and poli...

Compton Family Wines talks wine with us and then Bait and Tackle Rob and I get into a conversation you are going to want to listen to. You may not agree but Oregon is worth it.

I think people are starving for real relationships. You know, the kind where you share your life and they share theirs? Let's talk about that and anything else that comes up in a conversation. 

People in Oregon will not soon forget the fires that ripped through much of the state Labor Day two years ago. Matt Hill from Douglas Timber Operators produced a series of video's showing what happened with the idea of understanding why. Tonight we show part two of this eight part series and discuss the response with some of those who were there that day.

When the city of Springfield surprised local businesses with a plan for a bunch of turnarounds, business owners did a little turnaround of their own. They fought hard and the city listened....but it's not over. This episode is about courage and being concerned enough to work your butt off to make change.

He never met his father and his mother died when he was 14. Imagine what happened  when a woman called him to say she was his sister. That's the tale that is as true as can be but will surprise and warm your heart.

Two years ago today Oregon was hit with the perfect storm that sent forest fires raging all over the northwest. A couple of women up the Mckenzie found away to bring green and life back to their neighbors. And he was called "The Gentleman of the Senate" for a reason. Senator Mark Hatfield how we could use you right now.

On this episode:  Kim Stark shows us what's going around Oregon.  A Pacific Island event in Eugene, The Oregon State Fair and Bill Lundun has these stories: 1. Dead, burned trees are a problem.  2. Politicians say, “hey let’s make law-abiding citizen’s criminals!” 3. Do as I say, not as I do, because we’re the Government and we can tell you what to do. 4. When people say they want m...

Amelia Abel is a good friend and an amazing young woman who just happens to experience Downs Syndrome. A few years ago she and I just pulled out a camera and did a live. I edited it a bit but think this is one of those interview you need to listen to. Especially with all the frustration and fighting going on in the world.  We also hear from Mark Herbert who works with Alvord Taylor and other...

Twin brothers who spent their childhood in first a foster home and then an adoptive home plan to walk 20 miles in every state in the country. They say there are big problems in the foster care system and feeling loved and like you matter more than the monthly paycheck is a big issue. We spoke with Davon from Georgia to find out why this is such a huge issue for so many.

It's coming on two anniversary of the Labor Day Fires and Destroyed multiple forests in the Pacific Northwest.  The Archie Creek Fire struck down near Roseburg. Matt Hill works for Douglas Timber Operators and has spent the last few years creating a series of video's to explain and remind us of what happened. Tonight we show you part one but also talk with the Douglas County Sheriff and other...

On this episode Kim Stark brings us a story about agriculture, a new product that could greatly reduce the chance of forest fires. The weekend is nearly here and that means Compton Family Wines is open for tasting we'll go live. A big car show coming up in September and Derrick Roser Real Estate Group is going to get us ready. And Bill Lundun is following these stories: 1. Arcimoto, the EV company...

Oregon's governor continues to release hundreds and hundreds of dangerous killers from prison and the victims families and friends are fighting to stop it. We talk with a long time former legislator and attorney who is taking this case to the Supreme Court of Oregon. We also talk with one of the victims family. And we ask this experienced legislator what he thinks is ahead this Fall

Mental health is part of our overall health and since our governments over reaction to covid we all see that. But what is the bright side?  Listen to these stories.

Right now there are more than 160 people, missing in just Lane County Oregon. Some say it's an epidemic and no one is sure exactly what to do about it. Tonight, a local media company is posting the pictures of the missing, regularly, they talk with us. The family of Michael Bryson who went missing a couple of years ago, join us to talk of their frustration with the system and the sometimes lack of...

Oh it's that time of the month we check in with Bait and Tackle Rob down in Charleston Oregon. You never know what he's going to talk about. Kim Stark joins us from Coburg Oregon where Thursday night concerts are a big deal.   It's National Pinot day and Compton Family Winery in Philomath joins us live to celebrate and tell you how you can join them for tasting all weekend. And Bill Lund...

The woman you are about to meet has been through hell. At 17 she and her boyfriend were in an accident and he died. I interviewed her about eight months later and she was struggling. Recently I saw a post of hers on social media and tonight she joins us from the past and to answer questions in the present. 

He's a normal guy from Springfield Oregon with super human powers. Yeh, to me anyone who can run 100 miles in 24 hours and like it, is super human. His life has not been easy and he talks about that and more in this episode of Get Real with Rick Dancer

Catfishing is a horrible crime. The perpetrator picks on women and men who they think they can win over. They lie, cheat, tell them how much they mean to them and then ask for money. It sounds like something you would never fall for but that's what those who get caught up in the web thought to. A daughter from New Jersey wrote me the other day telling her mom's story about a guy using my pictures....

The young man in this episode understands suicide and all that it can do to friends and family. He's had his own thoughts of such action and started an organization to help educate people about this horrible plague in our state. Just this last week a local business woman I used to know very well, took her life. We'll also hear from Bill Lundun about some of the news of the week. And if you have an...

They moved up to Oregon from California to retire on a tree farm. Then the Labor Day wild fires came destroying much of their forest. They came here with preconceived ideas about the Timber Industry, but those ideas have changed radically and now they are actually serving on boards and commissions. This is their story.

Let's got live to Sturgis South Dakota where 10s of thousands of biker gather for 10 days to party and have fun. Why this on a health show, because a local doctor (BSfreeMD) who has his own podcast is there and is joining us.  Get it, he's a doctor and it's a health show? Also Sarah Keepers joins us live from Elements Health Clubs of Lane County to talk about hydration and Kim Stark will tell...

So two Oregonians move to Montana. Both were in news. What are some of the stories they see on this side of the journey and what are some of the misconceptions each state has towards the other. Watch and add by commenting if you wish.

He's only 36 years old and very recently had a heart attack. I read that on his social media page and contacted him to see if he'd come on and talk with us about what happened and how his life is changing. This is all part of our battle to find the positive as we outweigh and out maneuver the negative. Oh, another way to do that is spend a few moments with Mr Personality "Bait & Tackle Rob" jo...