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#230 Laura Lewis, Olfactory House

(Airdate: October 17, 2023) Maryanne interviews Laura Lewis, co-owner & distiller for the Olfactory House. Separately, she’s also co-owner of the Antique Mall in downtown Port Townsend. Laura has dreamed about creating new scents ever since she was a kid, fooling around with her grandmother’s makeup and perfumes. She soon discovered that creating a new scent actually comes down to chemistry. Her multiple degrees — including a doctorate — are all science-based. Laura had a flourishing career in academia and ran WSU’s Jefferson County operations for years. But she finally decided to chase her dream. The Olfactory House is now just over a year old. Clients can visit the elegant little shop near the rear of the Antique Mall. A variety of scented products are on sale. But the heart (and soul?) of the business is creating personalized new scents — or “bespoke” scents. The current price is $500 for consultations that refine a scent that captures your singular essence.

Local News for 10/17/23

October 17, 2023: Jim Burke – Great Shakeout coming October 19; PT Library 110th Birthday. (TRANSCRIPT)

November Ballot Measure to Fund Transportation

(Airdate: October 16, 2023) Taylor Clark welcomed Becci Kimball and Rick Jahnke to talk about the November ballot measure authorizing a 0.3% sales tax to fund the Transportation Benefit District which will help fund road improvements in Port Townsend. PT voters can expect to receive mailer with more information.

California Queen of Soul Tia Carroll to Perform in Port Townsend

KPTZ is excited to partner with LTD Presents in bringing Tia Carroll, the California Queen of Soul, to the Palindrome in Port Townsend on Friday, October 20 at 7:30pm. Carroll is one of the most sought after Blues and Soul female vocalists, and is known for her powerful vocal prowess, powerful songwriting, and heartfelt delivery. She is making her Washington State debut with a three-city Pacific Northwest Tour. Joining Carroll is the always stellar Derrick D’Mar Martin, Lorenzo Farrell, Tom Boyle, and Brady Kisch. Tim Learch will be the solo opener. This is an evening you won’t want to miss.

Near and Far / Kani-Ma

DJ Kani-ma spins Near and Far – featuring multi-cultural, folk, and ethnic music from around the world, local musicians, and musicians that have passed through our very own Port Townsend – many of whom she has seen perform live. She is passionate about music and community radio. She believes in supporting musicians through attending live performances, buying their music directly, and sharing their tunes on our “authentic, eclectic,” KPTZ. Kani-ma has had her ears tuned into radio all of her life and was inspired in her early years by Tom Donahue at KSAN in San Francisco (coincidentally the father of fellow DJ Buzzy Donahue), KPFA in Berkeley, and KUT in Austin. She curates her playlists mostly from her own extensive collection. In her spare time Kani-ma likes to dance, watch films at The Rose Theater, support the arts, ride her bike, and share the love! Email Kani-ma.

Michael Fracasso & BettySoo ~ Thurs. Oct. 19

CO-PRESENTED BY RAINSHADOW RECORDING AND KPTZ on Thursday, October 19, 7:30pm at the Palindrome at Eaglemount Cidery. Michael Fracasso is a genre-crossing artist incapable of repeating himself. His critically acclaimed work includes nine distinctive solo CDs, recorded duets with both Patty Griffin and Lucinda Williams, an epic reinterpretation of John Lennon’s “Working Class Hero,” memorable tributes to Woody Guthrie, Mickey Newbury, and Townes Van Zandt, and more. In 2011 he was short listed for the Austin Public Library Award for literary achievement. Michael is joined by singer/songwriter BettySoo. Raised outside Houston by first-generation Korean immigrant parents, she grew up listening to the Great American songbook and country radio. Her intelligent, tightly-constructed lyrics and captivating melodies keep audiences entranced.

October 16-31 KPTZ Programming Highlights

For a compendium of upcoming featured programs, check KPTZ Spotlight for October 16-31. Many of our program hosts provide specifics about what’s planned for this half month. If you’re not already a Spotlight subscriber, you’re invited to join our Mailing List. See KPTZ’s current Weekly On-Air Schedule and Daily Program Schedule.

County Connections

(Airdate: October 13, 2023) County Connections with Jim Burke and County Commissioner co-host, Greg Brotherton are joined by Phil Cecere, the Jefferson County Fire Marshall and Building Official. They talk about a hearing that is still open about the adoption of the new building codes, the new fire inspection program, and other amendments to our code. Phil will talk about the International Building Code and how it meshes with local code, and the delays and litigation that have been pushing back the implementation of the new 2021 code.