Get Real With Rick Dancer

There really is room for discussion from both sides. A Salem area counselor has talk show on KYKM 1430 out of Salem where she addresses some pretty hot topics but not from a media standpoint but one of equality and conversation. She and I are going to do just that tonight. Also it’s Wednesday and Bill Lundun joins us with these stories: Tax deductible embryos. Tina Kotek derides a person at a Bets...

12 boys from the area just won the game of a lifetime and are about to win another. The U 13 Willamette Valley Babe Ruth All Starts are going to the world series in Virginia, but they need our help. The generosity shown so far is amazing, we’ll talk about that and how you can help. Also on our Elements of a Healthy life show tonight we’ll have a surprise for you from Elements. And we’ve partnered...

Oregon politics, first case of a hospital settling with employees for firing them for not getting the "jab" and lots of fun conversation. Don't miss this. 

A former inmate work camp is now a place of healing for our homeless veterans. How did this all happen and who are the folks behind the program? On this episode you will find out and we'll tell you about a poker run to help fund the place. Also, words of wisdom from an interview we did last night. I woke up thinking about what this young man said, put a few clips together, so we could hear them on...

The guy you are about to meet is amazing. I met him a few years ago and thought this guy is meant for greatness. He experiences life in a wheelchair but don't let that piece of equipment get in the way, as many do. Once you hear what he has to say the chair disappears, as it should.

He survived a heart attack and now has changed his life. But this is much deeper than a story of survival it’s the story of man who grew up fatherless but became father to so many. We’ll also talk hydration, show some products we use, have a little fun with meme’s and introduce you to a woman who used to ranch cattle in the area. Her favorite saying was the best help you can find is at the end of...

I love conversations that start one place and all of the sudden throw you down a deep hole. That's what this next conversation is for me. He grew up on an Indian Reservation in Montana as saw what government tried to do didn't work. Then he worked in intelligence for the government in the middle east....same thing....and now here at home.  He exposes the game, the bullshit and the reason he t...

There's a lot of talk about Carbon, greenhouse gases, global warming and climate change. But what often is not part of the narrative is how forest management plays into all that. Here's a company in Oregon doing some amazing things with timber and in turn helping clear the air.

Now that I live in rural America the connection to the land is so much broader than before. I see honey bee's on my flowers and want to plant more. We understand the relationship between farms, nature and us. One of our newest clients Compton Family Wines is all about regenerative farming. I love talking about this stuff because I think going back to the old ways is the new way and will soon be th...

Track and field is a huge deal in Eugene Oregon. What's happening the next ten days is a once in a lifetime even for the community. Everyone's putting on their best faces and expecting tens of thousands of people and millions of dollars to come through the area. Let's talk about that and show you want's going on.

This is a story about a town that used to be rundown, messy and some joked about Springfield being Spring-tucky. No one's saying that anymore at least not anyone who's been there. How did they do it and why in a time when some Oregon towns are having a tough time is Springfield seeing new growth? We'll find out. Oh, and it's not all new business and great food....Springfield is also opening up to...

They lived in Oregon but needed a change. They found an events venue, bought it and most of them moved to Helena Montana. We'll show you the cool space and tell more of their story. Also, we head to Charleston Oregon to catch up with Bait & Tackle Rob on happenings on the coast.

 I've known Betsy Johnson for many years. She's been serving in the Oregon legislator for decades and now she's running to lead Oregon as its governor. With any campaign, the snarly, snotty hit pieces come out to try to stop you, I do remember. So we had a conversation about that and what it will take to get her elected. 

There are many elements of a healthy life. This episode is full of things, trips, travel and skills that could save your life.  Let us know what you think after you listen. We'd love your input. 

Some parents in the Salem/Keizer school district in Oregon are fed up. They want say in what public education is teaching so they've started a group. It's goal? replace identity politics and social activism with critical thinking, personal determination, and objective truth. It's an uphill climb but as they explain, it's our kids and our future at stake. Sponsors Bucks ChrisDental Transworld Compt...

https://www.runbetsyrun.com Betsy Johnson is the only candidate in Oregon running for governor who is not affiliated with a party. That's a blessing for Oregonians but a curse for her because she needs your help to get on the ballot. Listen to this interview and you'll know why she's the one. 

Tonight, Millions of illegal/undocumented people cross the southern border of the United States and the problem is growing worse. The Texas Border Recon is a group of former military, law enforcement and volunteers working to get the word out before it's too late.

Allergies are horrible this year and we're going to talk with an expert about what to do plus, Baker County is about as rural as it gets in Oregon. We'll take you to 4th of July in these parts and explain why people are moving to rural America. 

Okay Springfield Oregon has a new baseball team, we'll talk about that. Harrisburg Oregon has one of the largest 4th of July Celebrations in the West, we'll talk about that. A well established winery in Philomath Oregon is doing something new that is really very old and the latest with Hyperbaric Treatments....You won't believe this.

Compton Family Wines makes amazing wine but how and why they do it is so much more important. In this interview you will hear how they bring old soil practices into the future and in the process produce the greatest Oregon Wine. 

Experts say physical education is more important than ever for our kids following the lockdowns. Many kids don't know how to play or participate in sports. This interview with a PE teacher is very eyeopening plus we'll give you some ideas to help this summer. 

A financial expert weighs in on how we got to this place economically and what might happen if you base it on history. It's worth a listen so you can talk intelligently to your friends and so you know what not to do......

What got us into this recession? Monday we'll look more deeply at the issue tonight something to help with the fear. We'll check in with Bait & Tackle Rob in Charleston Oregon. Bill Lundun has your Oregon news and we talk with a super cool couple who experience endless possibilities at Alvord Taylor in Springfield.

Do you think Oregon is a bit messed up? You are not alone. In 1991 Oregon schools were in the top ten in terms of quality ranking this year. 47th place. Parents are disgusted and angered over it. And then there's also the elections system. Shall we go on? Lets, but let's listen to the podcast now.

It's so important that we connect our kids with exercise during the summer we'll help you, Bill Lundun has your local oregon news and we give you a little politics just for fun