Everybody Can

(Airdate: September 19, 2023) Take a generous portion of adventure, mix in some garage engineering, some creative artistic license, add a healthy dose of humor and voila you have a  prototype for one of the most captivating forms of racing: Kinetic Sculpture Racing. Michael Bitman maneuvers the ins and outs of the Kinetic Skulpture race as the Kourse Kommissioner and shares with Missy Nielsen of Everybody Can the history, art and engineering of this fun nonprofit. Connecting with this crowd guarantees belly laughs, engineering ingenuity, and artful opportunities.

(Airdate: July 25, 2023) Buzzy Donahue talks with Aba Kiser of the PT Film Festival about volunteering for the Film Festival and about the exciting future for the PT Film Festival.

(Airdate: July 11, 2023) The U.S. Lighthouse Society at Point Wilson is an organization that is restoring the Pt. Wilson Light Station. Their efforts also include advocating for this historic icon, providing tours and yes continued restoration. This historic icon continues to need a vigilant watch over its care and as such the US Lighthouse Society will be hosting a concert featuring Kevin Brooks of “The Oyster Boys. Join Missy Nielsen of Everybody Can as we discuss with Jeff Gales, Executive Director of the US Lighthouse Society, and keeper of the light Meleah Carter how one can help to keep the light shining on our Salish Sea.

(Airdate: May 30, 2023) NextDoor is a social platform that provides a space for neighbors and community members to inquire about local resources, crowd sourced updates within smaller neighborhoods and more. Missy Nielsen of Everybody Can, speaks with volunteer Dan Needles about his role with NextDoor and to share tips on how to get the most from this resource. Join our discussion as we learn about special interest discussion groups and a little known “How can we help?” map featuring neighbors who might have a skill to share. 

(Airdate: May 16, 2023) Located at the edge of Admiralty Inlet is one of the more unique locations to volunteer — Point Wilson Lighthouse. One of the most important navigational aids in Washington, the lighthouse connects Puget Sound and the Strait of Juan de Fuca, and has been serving the navigational needs of our waterways since 1879. Missy Nielsen of Everybody Can visits with Dick Richardson and Dave Ehnebuske on location to learn more about the Point Wilson Light Station Preservation Project and the unique volunteer opportunities at this iconic landmark. Part 2 of a two-part show.

(Airdate: May 2, 2023) Located in Brinnon, the Emerald Towns Alliance focuses on coming alongside the needs of the community of Brinnon and surrounding area. Emerald Town Alliance embodies the often-overused term “it takes a village” as the proceeds from this festival benefits a wide range of community needs- from the volunteer fire department to the local schools. Join Missy Nielsen as she speaks with Belinda Graham, the president and dedicated organizer of the Fjord Fest-a regionally known music, arts and craft festival that benefits the “Emerald on the Hood Canal.”

(Airdate: April 18, 2023) Missy Nielsen of Everybody Can visits with the Port Townsend High School Students for Sustainability (SFS). This year they traveled to Olympia to advocate for Washington state’s WRAP Act (Washington Recycling And Packaging Act), which included packaging and bottle bill provisions. This act intends to extend producer responsibilities for certain packaging and paper, create a container deposit system that includes reuse targets, “truthful labeling” rules, and minimum recycled content standards for items like plastic thermoform containers, food tubs, and single-use cups. While the bill ultimately did not move forward these students are not dissuaded and plan on bringing this bill forward at next session. Join us as we speak with the leadership team of the Students for Sustainability at P.T.H.S. 

(Airdate: March 30, 2023) Located at the edge of Admiralty Inlet is one of the more unique locations to volunteer – Point Wilson Lighthouse. The Point Wilson Lighthouse is one of the most important navigational aids in Washington, connecting Puget Sound and the Strait of Juan de Fuca and has been serving the navigational needs of our waterways since 1879. Missy Nielsen of Everybody Can visits with Dick Richardson and Dave Ehnebuske on location to learn more about the Point Wilson Light Station Preservation Project and the unique volunteer opportunities at this iconic landmark.

(Airdate: March 21, 2023) Missy Nielsen of Everybody Can visits with the Port Townsend High School Students for Sustainability (SFS). This year they traveled to Olympia to advocate for Washington state’s WRAP Act, (Washington Recycling And Packaging Act ) which included packaging and bottle bill provisions. This act intends to extend producer responsibilities for certain packaging and paper, create a container deposit system that includes reuse targets, “truthful labeling” rules, and minimum recycled content standards for items like plastic thermoform containers, food tubs and single-use cups. While the bill ultimately did not move forward these students are not dissuaded and plan on bringing this bill forward at next session. Join us as we speak with the leadership team of the Students for Sustainability at P.T.H.S. 

(Airdate: March 7, 2023) What do torn sweaters, broken lamps and dull knives have in common? JeffCo Repair! Yes, Jefferson County Repair group, sponsored by the Port Townsend Marine Science Center, in partnership with Local20/20 Beyond Waste Action Group are invested in educating our community in how to assess repair options as well as providing modest repairs on a range of household items. Listen in as Missy Nielsen of Everybody Can speaks with Mandi Johnson of the Port Townsend Marine Science Center and Dave E, master fixer and volunteer about the opportunities to hang onto that beloved item, diverting it from the landfill.