Snoqualmie Joe

NUMBER 90 - Town Hall Meeting II

joe@joegivens.com — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 08:35:00 PST

This is the second part of the Town Hall Meeting with Al Franks making a presentation of the planned Community Center joined by a couple of people from the YMCA. There is also a question and answer segment toward the end. Now I am going back to my cave under the Falls. Bye bye for now!!!!

NUMBER 89 - Town Hall Meeting I

joe@joegivens.com — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 08:30:00 PST

Well my retirement didn't last as long as I thought as I stuck my head out from my cave beneath the Falls and headed down for the Town Hall Meeting and Root Beer Float Social. I recorded the podcast in two parts, this first part contains a presentation from Mayor Larson. He discusses the state of the city, tax assessments, and the upcoming Community Center.

NUMBER 88 THE FINALE

joe@joegivens.com — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 08:50:00 PST

Snoqualmie Joe's finale podcast! Shelving the podcast for now and going into hibernation under the Falls! If you subscribe to my podcast via my feed, leave it in your podcatcher or ITunes because something may pop up from time to time! It was fun and I hope you enjoyed listening as much as I enjoyed recording it. Bye bye for now!!!!

NUMBER 87

joe@joegivens.com — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 08:35:00 PST

Snoqualmie Joe and his lovely wife ride the Tour de Peaks Bike Ride. Go along the journey as they ride the scenic areas of the Valley, getting lost along the way. Beware of a bit of profanity brought forth from an aggravated wife (married couples will understand). You'll hear voices of former Mayor Fuzzy Fletcher, Police Chief Jim Schaffer and other law enforcement officials, Sue Beauvais, and riders along the way.

SnoJo Radio 04

joe@joegivens.com — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 10:20:00 PST

My fourth installment of my all music podcast continues with songs from various artists in a downtempo kind of chill feel. This will be my last music podcast here. If you want to hear future music podcasts, go to www.snojoradio.com. Relax, put your headphones on, have a listen and enjoy!

NUMBER 86

joe@joegivens.com — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 08:10:00 PST

This podcast goes green! Included are many tips on living a greener life without having to go overboard. We don't have to return to the caves to live a more environmentally conscious life, just a little common sense and a touch of thought will help reduce your carbon footprint and help our ailing planet.

NUMBER 85

joe@joegivens.com — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 10:30:00 PST

It's been awhile since my last actual podcast, so I am back just touching base and starting with a rant while driving home from work, hmmmm you might find that part a little strange. A quick look at June's calendar of events, and a history segment of the Snoqualmie Valley.

SnoJo Radio 03

joe@joegivens.com — Thu, 29 May 2008 16:30:00 PST

My third installment of my all music podcast continues with songs from various artists in a downtempo kind of chill feel. Relax, put your headphones on, have a listen and enjoy!

Waste To Energy Interview With Philipp Schmidt-Pathmann Part I

joe@joegivens.com — Tue, 13 May 2008 11:20:00 PST

First recorded and posted July 2005, I am bringing it back to the top of the list as an important re listen! Philipp Schmidt-Pathmann is president of Waste Recovery Seattle International, an international high tech consulting company in the Waste Management Industry with a focus on energy/thermal recycling. WRSI's primary focus is to build co-generation Thermal Recycling Facilities as an environmentally friendlier alternative to landfills. We discuss the technology involved and the possibilities of turning the old Weyerhaeuser mill into a waste to energy plant!

Waste To Energy Interview With Philipp Schmidt-Pathmann Part II

joe@joegivens.com — Tue, 13 May 2008 11:20:00 PST

The second part of the discussion with Philipp. Due to the length of the interview, I split the podcast into two parts!

NUMBER 84 DAY OF SILENCE PROTEST

joe@joegivens.com — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 23:55:00 PST

Well maybe you saw the protests on the TV News and will read all about it in the papers, but this podcast will take you right to Mt Si High School during the Day of Silence protests. Hear comments made by parents, students, representatives from PFLAG and GSLEN organizations, and even from the Reverend Ken Hutcherson himself!

NUMBER 83

joe@joegivens.com — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 23:40:00 PST

Jill Massengill joins me in discussing the Festival at Mt. Si and how you can sign up to volunteer for this annual event. There's allot of fun opportunities available to those who want to help make the festival the success it always is.

SnoJo Radio 02

joe@joegivens.com — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 09:35:00 PST

My second installment of my all music podcast features songs from various artists and I'm sure you haven't heard any of these on mainstream radio. Have a listen and enjoy!

NUMBER 82

joe@joegivens.com — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 08:00:00 PST

My Too Sense (grammar is intentional) on many subjects going on in the Valley which include sale of TPC Golf Club, the Urban Village Theory, Expedia rumor, school bond, hospital, bus service in the Valley, my Snoqualmie tag Lines.

NUMBER 81

joe@joegivens.com — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 17:15:00 PST

This podcast is a little long, but well worth listening to. I take you to the King County Council meeting that was held at Snoqualmie Middle School on March 20th. Listen in as many citizens, Mayor Larson, and other public officials weigh in on land use policy changes, the hospital move, and other topics of importance.

NUMBER 80

joe@joegivens.com — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 07:35:00 PST

This will be my St Paddy's Day podcast as I venture in Finaghty's Irish Pub and Restaurant and talk with owners Phil Stafford and Lisa Mc Chord and manager Patrick about the bar, menu, drinks, atmosphere and what they have lined up for the St. Patrick's weekend. Pull up a stool and order a Guinness and have a listen!

SnoJo Radio 01

joe@joegivens.com — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 14:50:00 PST

A totally different type of podcast coming your way this time. This podcast is an all music podcast which I may do from time to time depending on the type of feedback I receive. This first edition of my all music podcast features songs from the band Everclear's CD - Welcome to the Drama Club. Have a listen and enjoy!

NUMBER 79

joe@joegivens.com — Sat, 16 Feb 2008 14:50:00 PST

Once again Snoqualmie Joe takes you to more new businesses that have recently opened on the Ridge. First we talk to Steve Bell, owner of Snoqualmie Ridge Music. If you think it is nothing but new CD's, well think again. Next we visit Adam Lile, financial advisor at the new Edward Jones office in Kimball Creek. Find out how he can help with your financial future in these unsettling times. Also find out why the Valley Pet Lady is going to jail and how you can help bail her out. And just who is the care bear gangstas?

NUMBER 78

joe@joegivens.com — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 08:00:00 PST

As you drive down the Parkway towards I-90 and look at your fuel gauge and see it leaning to empty, you wish you could pull into Gateway Shell and fill 'er up. Wonder what's taking so long? So am I! So I met with owners Brad and Jennifer Oberlander and found out. Have a listen and feel their frustration. Also find out what a great store it will be once it finally opens it's doors!!!

NUMBER 77

joe@joegivens.com — Sat, 26 Jan 2008 01:30:00 PST

A quick and very very impromptu podcast on a host of topics which includes two more interesting audio clips to ponder over, one from a news story of a local resident.

NUMBER 76

joe@joegivens.com — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 10:10:00 PST

A new podcast from the snowy realm of Snoqualmie! Get some driving tips from Snoqualmie Joe for driving in icy weather. Also, the area has been in the media spotlight recently from toppling cranes at Casino Snoqualmie and IGA filing bankruptcy to booing and heckling at a Mt Si High School assembly and an Echo Glen story appearing in a national magazine. Snoqualmie Joe takes you there!!!

NUMBER 75

joe@joegivens.com — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 17:15:00 PST

Happy New Year and the first podcast of 2008 takes us to the city of North Bend where I talk to the City Administrator, Duncan Wilson. We hit many subjects including North Bend's newly acquired water rights, 2008 budget, their Downtown Master Plan, new City Council person, upcoming Centennial Celebration, and much more!

NUMBER 74

joe@joegivens.com — Sat, 15 Dec 2007 09:30:00 PST

Twenty Two minutes of Valley butt spanking! You'll just have to listen to find out what I mean by that!

NUMBER 73

joe@joegivens.com — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 09:45:00 PST

Snoqualmie Joe heads back to the Ridge Retail Center to talk with two more brand new stores that have recently opened. If you haven't listened to these retail podcasts before, you should check them out. You might get some great ideas for Christmas!

NUMBER 72

joe@joegivens.com — Sat, 17 Nov 2007 17:45:00 PST

Topics include my good friend's accident at the I-90/Snoqualmie Parkway off ramp, voting issues, I-747, the Hebert Research findings, tips on eating local for the Holidays and everyday, the death of Common Sense, and three final things to ponder.

NUMBER 71 EDC - Part III

joe@joegivens.com — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 08:30:00 PST

The final segment discusses the meaning of livable downtown. Making downtown's more than just retail stores lining the main street but have civic and social meaning to their residents. How to create downtown's that are vibrant cores of our communities.

NUMBER 70 EDC - Part II

joe@joegivens.com — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 08:25:00 PST

Segment two is about embracing tourism and what it means to the Valley. What is it about our Valley attractions that we can brand and market to potential local, regional, national, and even international tourist prospects. How do we get them here, stay, and spend their money in our communities.

NUMBER 69 EDC - Part I

joe@joegivens.com — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 08:20:00 PST

If you didn't get a chance to attend the recently held 1st annual Economic Development Conference, you can hear part of what you missed. I recorded three sessions, the first being how to create a livable downtown. Find out ways our Valley Communities can revitalize their downtown's and listen to examples of how other small communities did it to theirs!

NUMBER 68

joe@joegivens.com — Mon, 15 Oct 2007 16:20:00 PST

Part two of the Ridge retail follow up sent me to Ana's Mexican Restaurant for a talk with owner Anna Sotelo. She highlights her years in the restaurant industry and her restaurant here on the Ridge. We also hear more from her regarding the proposed zone changes across the Parkway. I also visited Bliss On The Ridge with Lesli Williams and discussed what Bliss has to offer not only women, but also men. You'll be surprised at all the procedures performed at Bliss, and it's more than a place for a massage!

NUMBER 67

joe@joegivens.com — Sun, 14 Oct 2007 23:45:00 PST

I headed back up to the Ridge retail center to talk to some more businesses I hadn't gotten to yet. My first stop was to talk with Milena Gonzalez who owns The Artisan Table. If you have not been in there yet, you must drop by and see all the very unique items she carries there. Listen in for my virtual tour with her of her store.

NUMBER 66

joe@joegivens.com — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 23:00:00 PST

The second presentation was from Jodie Wise, a tribal member from the Tlingit Nation. Living in the Snoqualmie Valley, we share a rich heritage and land with the Snoqualmie Tribe. Now you can learn about the culture and background of the Tlingit people who call the lands of Southeast Alaska home.

NUMBER 65

joe@joegivens.com — Mon, 01 Oct 2007 22:45:00 PST

Well I am back in the saddle fresh from an Alaskan cruise. While I was gone, I recorded two presentations that I found very interesting. The first is about Glacier Bay National Park. If you have never been, you might want to after listening about the beauty you are missing.

NUMBER 64

joe@joegivens.com — Mon, 27 Aug 2007 18:10:00 PST

A few months ago, the 11th annual "Rise and Shine" awards breakfast was held honoring 20 individuals and organizations that "rise to the occasion and make the Valley shine." Well one individual was left off the list and his name is Kevin Hillstrom. He does a great service to the Valley's elderly and others that may not have the voice they need. He is a Long Term Care Ombudsman and joins me and talks about the needs of the elderly and how many are left forgotten by many! If you are interested in becoming and Ombudsman, listen in and go to the show link to find out more. Also, if you were one of those honorees at the breakfast and want to share your story, just contact me and we will get you on the show!

NUMBER 63

joe@joegivens.com — Fri, 10 Aug 2007 10:45:00 PST

Bob Antone is a single father with two sons living 30 miles east of Seattle Washington. His music is the story of his life, his family, their history in the Pacific Northwest, environmental and cultural changes of the region. Outside observers have been since compelled to conduct ethno musical studies of his particular music. Recently the Washington State Arts Commission along with the help of Northwest Heritage Resources completed an audio heritage tour of Interstate 90 from Seattle to Spokane. After having spent the last ten years working with Native Americans from various tribes Bob has incorporated song, rhythm, and melody of indigenous origin to his family folk style. Listen in as Bob joins Snoqualmie Joe with stories and music from the great logging traditions of the Pacific Northwest!

NUMBER 62

joe@joegivens.com — Fri, 27 Jul 2007 15:10:00 PST

Snoqualmie Joe and his special guest Jill Toft talk about Habitat for Humanity. It is an organization that helps people in need purchase simple and decent affordable homes. They are building right here in Snoqualmie. Find out the how's, who's, and why's of the organization, and if you feel you want to, how to volunteer!!

NUMBER 61

joe@joegivens.com — Sun, 22 Jul 2007 10:50:00 PST

Snoqualmie Joe podcasts from the car and his boat. Topics include his boat collision on July 4th, the siren of Snoqualmie, tips to better health, Harry Potter, and the upcoming Tour de Peaks.

NUMBER 60

joe@joegivens.com — Wed, 27 Jun 2007 11:10:00 PST

A whole stew of topics including what I've been missing, sponsorship, July Fourth, weather quiz, another medical facts or fiction, bears, and upcoming events in the area!!!

NUMBER 59

joe@joegivens.com — Mon, 04 Jun 2007 12:25:00 PST

Time for you listeners to sound off by calling the audio comment line at 1-888-588-8837. I would like to hear your opinions/comments/suggestions on things like where to go from here on the school bond, your thoughts on keeping the old whistle and why, and should Snoqualmie Joe get sponsors for the show. You can also comment on anything else you would like!!! Other topics include summer barbecuing tips, some letters from residents showing up in local papers, and some preview info on upcoming local events!!!

NUMBER 58 RIDGE RETAIL TOUR

joe@joegivens.com — Mon, 21 May 2007 14:00:00 PST

Join in on Snoqualmie Joe's sound scene tour of some Ridge retail businesses. Listen as we visit Hip 2-B Square, SR Athletic Club, SR Veterinary Hospital, Zeebi's Toys, Sebastiani's, Talay Thai, PeanutButter & Lili, DMW Martial Arts and Fitness, The Pickle Lady, and finally, Mike's Cascade Grill. Not all Ridge businesses could be included in this podcast, but stay tuned for future sound scene tours there and at other locales.

NUMBER 57

joe@joegivens.com — Thu, 17 May 2007 11:50:00 PST

Have you heard the rumors that the TPC Golf Club is up for sale? Well it isn't yet, but will be in about a month. Listen in on a meeting held by representatives from Quadrant Homes, the owner of the Club, and a subsidiary of Weyerhaeuser and Troon Golf who manage the facility. Find out what may be in store for members and homeowners near the fairways when this sale occurs.

NUMBER 56 TAYLOR TOWN TOUR

joe@joegivens.com — Wed, 25 Apr 2007 08:55:00 PST

A double whammy of a podcast! First, listen in on the ROA Annual Neighborhood Tree Planting. Then take a sound scene tour of the old company town of Taylor, WA. It was a bustling town in days gone by, producing clay pipes, bricks, and coal. Now it is just a remnant of an industrious past!

NUMBER 55 ELLA RAINES FILM FESTIVAL

joe@joegivens.com — Mon, 16 Apr 2007 10:45:00 PST

Did you know that the Snoqualmie Valley was the birth place of a Hollywood movie star? Well now you do and in June there will be a celebration of the life and films of the Valley's own Ella Raines. Join me and special guest Harley Brumbaugh and learn a little bit of here and her life and details of the upcoming festival that you don't want to miss!!!

NUMBER 54

joe@joegivens.com — Mon, 09 Apr 2007 17:40:00 PST

Snoqualmie Joe's post Easter podcast and just where did the Easter Bunny come from anyway? Another sick kitty, School Board Boundary recommendations, a new City Hall coming soon, Snoqualmie Summit gets sued, and highlights of the "Best of Snoqualmie Valley 2007."

NUMBER 53

joe@joegivens.com — Sat, 24 Mar 2007 14:15:00 PST

A bus wreck of a podcast! Why you may ask, because it was recorded in the back of a Metro bus while on breaks and the sound quality is horrendous. Listen if you want, much stuff is covered and you might learn something in the progress if you can bear it.

NUMBER 52

joe@joegivens.com — Wed, 07 Mar 2007 10:15:00 PST

Snoqualmie Joe is back covering topics which include: Some info about Rosario Resort where we spent our 14th Anniversary, catching up on hot threads on the message boards, my reviews and recommendations of certain services around here, and Allied Waste rant, and a little history segment about the Snoqualmie Valley!

NUMBER 51

joe@joegivens.com — Thu, 08 Feb 2007 12:35:00 PST

Snoqualmie Joe is back covering topics which include: The Valley Record's new look, Snoqualmie Casino update, a look at the town of Preston, and is America still number one? Also listen to new music provided by Bryan Holloway, it is great!!!!

NUMBER 50a SCHOOL BOND MEETING I

joe@joegivens.com — Thu, 25 Jan 2007 10:30:00 PST

The upcoming $209.2 million school bond vote is the biggest school bond measure the Snoqualmie Valley School District has ever put forward to voters. Listen in on a meeting with Joel Aune School Superintendent, and task force members Kathryn Lerner, Carolyn Simpson, and Kelly Luna. Also go to the links on the show notes for more information to get informed before the vote!

NUMBER 50b SCHOOL BOND MEETING II

joe@joegivens.com — Thu, 25 Jan 2007 10:35:00 PST

Due to length of the podcast, it was slpit into two parts and this contains part two of the school bond meeting!!!!

NUMBER 49a WOODINVILLE TOWN HALL MEETING

joe@joegivens.com — Mon, 08 Jan 2007 11:00:00 PST

The first podcast of the New Year and this one is in two parts. The topic is the Windstorm 2006 Town Hall Meeting hosted by King County Councilmember Kathy Lambert. The meeting was held in Woodinville and covered the big windstorm that hit the area in December and how it was managed by emergency services. Guest speakers include representatives from King Co Emergency Management, County Road Services Division, Puget Sound Energy, and others.

NUMBER 49b CITIZEN COMMENTS

joe@joegivens.com — Mon, 08 Jan 2007 11:00:00 PST

Part two of the Woodinville Town Hall Meeting contains comments made by citizens at the meeting. There will be a similar meeting to be held in the near future for the North Bend, Fall City, Snoqualmie area so stay tuned!!!!

PODCAST NUMBER 48 SASQUATCH PODCAST

joe@joegivens.com — Thu, 07 Dec 2006 12:20:00 PST

A wildly different podcast than I have done before. First have a listen to some ideas to make your Holidays a little more Earth friendly. Then enjoy a listen to some recordings of what might be a Sasquatch recorded in Stevens Pass!!! A fascinating Holiday podcast wouldn't you agree?

PODCAST NUMBER 47

joe@joegivens.com — Thu, 30 Nov 2006 13:45:00 PST

Topics include the death of our cat Muffin, our experience at the Monday Night Football contest between the Packers and Seahawks, my trip to Dr. Kim's dental office, holiday events coming to the Valley, and my final word on the Community Center vote. Also, if you have any comments, stories, suggestions, call the audio comment line 888-588-8837.

PODCAST NUMBER 46

joe@joegivens.com — Thu, 16 Nov 2006 08:30:00 PST

Did you know that we have a full service medical center just down the road in Issaquah? Did you also know that one of our well respected doctors that used to practice here in Snoqualmie is there also? Well take a tour of Swedish Medical Center and have a listen as Snoqualmie Joe takes you there and also talks to Dr Lyndsey Rasmussen about her new practice. Also, if you have any flood stories to relate, call the audio comment line 888-588-8837.

NUMBER 45 FLOOD AFTERMATH

joe@joegivens.com — Wed, 08 Nov 2006 13:05:00 PST

Snoqualmie Joe takes to the streets of downtown Snoqualmie and North Bend surveying the damage, talking to people on the streets, and taking photos.

NUMBER 44 COMMUNITY CENTER DEBATES

joe@joegivens.com — Wed, 18 Oct 2006 22:40:00 PST

The debate between the Pro and Con Committees for the upcoming Community Center vote also recorded at the Town Hall and Root Beer Float Social at the Cascade View Elementary School.

NUMBER 43 STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS

joe@joegivens.com — Wed, 18 Oct 2006 22:35:00 PST

Mayor Matt Larson's State of the City address which was recorded at the Town Hall and Root Beer Float Social at the Cascade View Elementary School.

PODCAST NUMBER 42

joe@joegivens.com — Fri, 13 Oct 2006 13:20:00 PST

Wow a podcast on a Friday the 13th in October, very scary!! Not really, just all kinds of topics on this show including, Brandon Yakaboski, Dr. Lyndsey Rasmussen is in business again, trucker bombs, more blurbs on trees, my wife's involvement in Team In Training, and a new feature called "People Who Make the Snoqualmie Valley a Great Place to Live" with the first nominee! have a listen!!

PODCAST NUMBER 41 County Council Meeting

joe@joegivens.com — Wed, 27 Sep 2006 10:15:00 PST

Have a listen to the King County Council meeting held in Carnation. I didn't post the whole meeting, but very interesting tidbits from the Mayor's Panel discussion which includes talks from the Mayors of Carnation, Duvall, Snoqualmie, and North Bend. Also hear citizen comments regarding I-933, The Rural Strategies Report, Lake Alice connections, and more. Yes it is long, but listen at your leisure!!!

PODCAST NUMBER 40 Talk With Mayor Larson

joe@joegivens.com — Wed, 13 Sep 2006 11:50:00 PST

Mayor Larson joins me for a chat about city finances, Community Center proposal and your property taxes, a Regional pool, retail development now and future, Northwest Railway Museum. We also touched bases on Casino, Lake Alice, and the old mill site. More on Lake Alice coming in the near future!!

PODCAST NUMBER 39

joe@joegivens.com — Sat, 09 Sep 2006 15:50:00 PST

Back from vacation in Whistler, BC and doing some catch up. Touching bases on the Community Center, Venture Corp, library redesign, a look at the dry weather we have been having from Tom Tornado, and other stuff. Coming soon will be a talk with Mayor Larson, and other interesting guests down the road.

PODCAST NUMBER 38

joe@joegivens.com — Wed, 23 Aug 2006 12:10:00 PST

Community Center poll results and the pros and cons of the center with a pool, without a pool, a possible regional pool, and even a discussion with a former Wisconsinite about his opinion of a water park being thought of in North Bend. What will all this mean in the form of taxes? I will give you an example!!!

PODCAST NUMBER 37

joe@joegivens.com — Fri, 04 Aug 2006 10:10:00 PST

Controversy brews with issues regarding Lake Alice Road connections to the Ridge, Phase II tree cutting and misrepresentation, and Yahoo Group message Boards. Many "quotes" on this show.....heh heh!!!

PODCAST NUMBER 36 DON MCCUNE

joe@joegivens.com — Mon, 24 Jul 2006 08:20:00 PST

He was Captain Puget, host for Exploration Northwest, and a veteran radio and television writer and narrator that had a broadcast career that spanned 50 years. He was Don McCune, and from 1960 to 1981 he hosted Exploration Northwest and wrote and narrated over 400 episodes of the series that was shown on KOMO TV and earned 26 Emmy Awards for broadcast excellence. I met Don's wife Linda, and we discussed his life and how she continues to bring his work to generations of today!