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#279 Michael McCutcheon: Fighting Addiction

(Airdate: February 3, 2026) Maryanne interviews Michael McCutcheon, founder of Reach Out, a non-profit that helps feed those in need of food. Michael’s a recovering addict who wants to help others who have decided to free themselves from drugs. No one knows how difficult it is to end years of addiction than someone who is doing it himself. At times Michael works closely with law enforcement or city officials to find housing or medical assistance. He believes that there’s a fine line between compassion and enabling and he’s definitely against enabling. His volunteers take weekly truckloads of food to certain known locations, such as the bus station or skate park. He’s there — sharing his own story and offering help to those who actually listen.

Silk

(Airdate: January 27, 2026) We’re visiting Turfan’s most famous site, the Emin Minaret at the east edge of town. The word “minaret” comes from the Arabic word “minara,” meaning lighthouse, which is what a minaret looks like. But the minaret serves to summon rather than to warn away We’ve seen minarets before, but nothing quite like the Emin Minaret. It’s easily the most impressive piece of Islamic architecture in all of China.

County Public Health Report ~ 2/02/26

On the BOCC Public Health (and Safety) Report for February, Dr. Allison Berry outlined what is going on with Flu, RSV, and Covid. She also answered questions about shingles and Avian Flu among other questions from the Commissioners. Willie Bence was not in attendance this month. Measles has come to western Washington, and Dr. Berry recommends MASKS in crowded public settings, and vaccinations every virus that is available. If you are an adult who doesn’t know if you have had measles, or if you were vaccinated in childhood, there is a test. The MMR vaccine is up to 97% effective at preventing measles, she said. She answered a listener question about incidents of ICE picking up people going to medical appointments. The Next BOCC Public Health Report is on Monday, March 2 at 9:45 am. Listeners can send questions for Dr. Berry and Willie Bence by emailing [email protected] before NOON on Friday February 27.

Northwind Art

(Airdate: February 2, 2026) KPTZ’s Taylor Clark learned more about Northwind Art’s class offerings. He also had a field trip to the Acrylic Boot Camp taught by Whidbey based visiting teaching artist Beth Herrild (bethherrild.com). In-studio guests were Leila Block, Education Manager and Diane Urbani, Communications Manager. Learn more about connecting with Art at NorthwindArt.org.

Livery

(Airdate: February 2, 2026 – Livery) – When horses ruled.

County Connections

(Airdate: January 30, 2026) This week co-hosts Jim Burke and Commissioner Heidi Eisenhour welcome County Administrator Josh Peters. Discussion centers on State Senate Bill 6239 which aims to make it possible for any civil suit faced by the County go through binding arbitration before going to trial. This could potentially save the county time and money, and possibly compensate victims faster than a long court process. Some time is devoted to other legislation in which the county has an interest,

Please note: the monthly BOCC Public Health (and safety) Report is Monday, February 2 at 9:45am during the Jim B. Show

Brewocracy Now ~ 1/29/26

KPTZ’s Taylor Clark and Brewocracy Now cohost Port Townsend City Manager John Mauro talked briefly about the city’s statement regarding ICE as a follow up to last week’s discussion with Port Townsend Police Chief Tom Olson. We then learned about John’s recent trip to Olympia to talk to our legislators about the about the city’s legislative priorities.

#758 Acting Locally to Protect Special Places

(Airdate: January 28, 2026) How can we act locally to protect special forest habitats while providing for sustainable forest harvests and supporting our local communities and economies? A tough prospect. Listen as Nan Evans explores specific efforts here in Jefferson County to do just this. Guests this week are County Commissioner Heidi Eisenhour and Malloree Weinheimer, owner of Chickadee Forestry.

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