Women of the Northwest

Send us Fan Mail Astoria Visual Arts Jan sits down with Annie Eskelin, Executive Director of Astoria Visual Arts (AVA), to explore how a passion for art can shape an entire community.  Annie shares her journey from growing up in rural Alaska — where she never met a professional artist until college — to leading one of the most vibrant arts organizations on the Oregon Coast.  They talk about AVA&ap...

Send us Fan Mail Beverly Stein retired in 2016 as a Senior Fellow at the National Policy Consensus Center (NPCC) in the College of Urban and Public Affairs at Portland State University. At NPCC she served as Director of Oregon Solutions and as Director of Research and Development. Her focus was on working on projects aimed at addressing poverty, including staffing the Oregon Business Council Pover...

Send us Fan Mail This episode was recorded April 20, 2022. A lot has happened since then, including, Lindsay receiving the George Award January, 2026 for her achievements. For transformative community impact, leadership, and tireless advocacy for education, workforce, and youth. If you want a story of one amazing woman, listen in! In this powerful episode of Women of the Northwest, host Jan Johnso...

Send us Fan Mail Moe Mylint Than is a student at Clatsop Community College pursuing an associate of arts Oregon transfer degree she was originally from Myanmar one of the Southeast Asia countries where there is a lot of civil war going on.  However she studied bachelor of education for five years in Yangon university of education in Myanmar.  Due to the military coup everything changed and she had...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, we talk about various scams, how scammers lead us to believe them, and what to watch for. Guests are Kyle Rea, Kay Schrieber, Dale Schrieber Host Jan Johnson narrates her harrowing experience of falling victim to a sophisticated scam.  She recounts how a stressful day, combined with technical issues, made her vulnerable to scammers posing as tech support....

Send us Fan Mail Lexi's Website Jan's website In this podcast episode, Lexi Hallihan shares her incredible journey from watching 'The Love Boat' as a teenager to becoming a prominent figure in the surf industry.  Her early interest in recreation led her to Hawaii, where she discovered her passion for nutrition while working at a vegetarian kitchen.  This experience laid the fou...

Send us Fan Mail This episode begins with some women-on-the-street interviews asking two questions: 1- When you graduated from high school, what was it like? What did you expect your life would look like? 2. Did things turn out the way you expected? Jazmin Geografo left the city of Manilla, Philippines (population 21 million)  to try her hand at teaching science in the United States, specifically,...

Send us Fan Mail Julie's website This episode features a discussion with Julie McDonald Zander, an inspiring woman who turned her journalism career into a personal history business. Fascinated with history, Julie's passion led her to the creation of Chapters of Life, where she has published more than 75 books and beautifully captured various individual and local histories. An interesting...

Send us Fan Mail Jan's website Contact Patricia Baum for voice-over: teampaty@gmail.com Patricia Baum, an ordinary woman leading an extraordinary life in Mexico, shares her journey from being a surfer in Oregon to owning a surf shop in Todos Santos, Mexico. In addition to running her business, she's also been a property manager, T-shirt designer, environmental advocate, and founder of a...

Send us Fan Mail North Coast EOL Collective Mission, Vision, Values Collective Story and Founders Death Cafe Benefit Corporations for Good In this special episode, Margot Lalich, the co-founder of the North Coast End of Life (EOL) Collective, joins us to talk about the organization's work in creating a collective approach towards death and dying. She shares her insights on the need for societ...

Send us Fan Mail My Heart Attack Saved my Life Susan's book Divine Detour by Lori Ann Wood In this heartfelt podcast episode, Susan Smith shares her transformative journey following a heart attack. She discusses how, despite her busy lifestyle and tendency to ignore warning signs, she came to realize the importance of recognizing female-specific heart attack symptoms.  Her story emphasizes th...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Janet Racklow shares her unconventional journey from a dance major to a wildlife researcher.  Janet's enduring fascination with animal behavior led her to study species across diverse ecosystems, from mountain sheep in Alaska to rhinos in Africa.  Her current focus in the Pacific Northwest includes studying the ecological and behavioral intricacies of pygmy r...

Send us Fan Mail Mylio website Join us as we discuss the fascinating world of photo preservation with Angela Andrieux, a fine art photographer who balances her passion with a career at Mylio, a photography software company.  Angela shares her expertise on organizing and safeguarding family memories, offering practical tips on photo archiving and the benefits of using Miylio Photos for managing dig...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to "Women of the Northwest," a podcast where we dive into the lives and stories of women who embrace adventure, curiosity, and the joy of discovery.  In this episode, join host Jan Johnson as she sits down with Melissa Reid Truax and her daughter Rebecca  to recount their unforgettable summer travels across Europe. From the bustling streets of Spain and Portugal...

Send us Fan Mail Captain Marilyn's journey from crafting balsa wood boats in Seattle to becoming a seasoned maritime captain is one of passion, resilience, and adventure.  From her early days racing hydroplanes to serving on university research vessels, Marilyn shares her remarkable experiences.  Despite the male-dominated industry, she navigated her way through with skill and determination,...

Send us Fan Mail Mitra Vazeen shares her compelling journey from Tehran, Iran, to Astoria, Oregon. As a young teenager, with only a handful of English words in her vocabulary, she faced significant challenges but ultimately developed a profound love for the United States.  As political turmoil enveloped Iran, Mitra's educational pursuits led her from Iran to the UK, and finally, to the US, wh...

Send us Fan Mail Investment Advisor LinkedIn jameyrae@fiscalfitnessclub.com Instagram:@fiscalfitnessclub Fiscal Fitness Club Facebook Podcast HOLISTIC FINANCIAL COACHING & PLANNING FOR AMBITIOUS WOMEN WITH BIG DREAMS Host Jan Johnson interviews Jamie Hendricks about the critical topic of women and money management.  They explore the historical exclusion of women from financial discussions and...

Send us Fan Mail Clatsop Community Action   (503) 325-1400 (volunteer or information) Veterans Housing Assistance Energy Assistance Donate to Food Bank In this episode of Women of the Northwest, host Viviana Matthews shares her remarkable journey from Buenos Aires to becoming the Executive Director of Clatsop Community Action (CCA). Viviana discusses the essential services CCA provides, including...

Send us Fan Mail Happiness Matters: Tshering Tobgay at TEDxThimphu Ramona Hunter and her husband Brad were intrigued with the idea of Gross National Happiness.  So they took a trip with National Geographic to Buhtan. Ramona had travelled to Asia in the past, and always wanted to return to Buhtan, which is the first country in the world to pursue happiness as a state policy. They have broken down t...

Send us Fan Mail Lin's webpage IMBD Instagram Magazine article (Canvas Rebel) Discover the captivating world of voiceover as we delve into the experiences and insights of Lin Gallagher.  From impersonations to evil queens, Lynne shares her journey in voice acting and how she found her true passion in the field.  She takes us through the challenges and triumphs she has faced, providing valuabl...

Send us Fan Mail CASA In this episode, Nikesha Womble discusses the work of CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) in the foster care system.  CASA volunteers are community members who provide consistent support to children in foster care, helping them find permanent, safe homes. They work with various individuals involved in a child's life, including foster parents, biological families, an...

Send us Fan Mail ASSISTANCE LEAGUE Theresa Turner, a former opera singer shares her journey from the world of opera to becoming the general manager of Englund Marine and joining Assistance League of the Columbia Pacific, a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving children in need.  Through programs like Operation School Bell, Assistance League provides new school clothes to children from kinder...

Send us Fan Mail Links: c onsejohispano In this episode, Norma Hernandez shares her journey from Puerto Rico to the United States, settling in beautiful Astoria. Discover how Norma found a sense of belonging and community in the Northwest while working with Consejo Hispano, an organization focused on supporting the Latinx community. Norma discusses her role as deputy director and her passion for b...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Celeste Bodner, founder of Foster Club, shares her journey and how it led to the creation of a national network for young people in foster care.  What started as a personal experience of becoming a foster parent turned into a mission to provide support and resources for young people who navigate the foster care system.  The conversation delves into the challenges...

Send us Fan Mail Stahancyk Law Opinionated Lawyer Jody Stahancyk, a remarkable woman ,shares her inspiring journey from a ranch in Prineville to becoming a successful lawyer.  From facing initial challenges and stereotypes, Jodi's determination and resilience never wavered.  She believes that failure is a gift from God, throwing light on the importance of recalibrating and learning from one&a...