Bellingham Podcast

We are back! And this time your dynamic PNW duo put their food where there mouth is! Wait, that's not how that saying goes, but what they mean is they hit on the tastey food on wheels that are around Whatcom county. Tune in with an appetite- A Brief History of Food Trucks, from mobile-cuisine.com (https://mobile-cuisine.com/business/history-of-american-food-trucks/)* *1691 –* New Amsterdam (now known as New York City) begins regulating street vendors selling food from push carts* *1866 –* The Chuck wagon is invented by Charles Goodnight to feed cattlemen and wagon trains traversing the old West* *1894 –* Sausage vendors sell their wares outside the student dorms at major eastern universities (Yale, Harvard, Princeton, and Cornell), and their carts became known as “dog wagons”.* *1917 –* The US Army mobile canteens (field kitchens) begin to feed the troops.* *1936 –* Oscar Mayer rolls out the first portable hot dog cart The Weiner Mobile.* *1950’s –* Ice cr

Our Community Connections Conversations continues (did ya like that alliteration?) with Whatcom County Councilperson Carol Frazey (that’s a lot of C’s!) We had a fun conversation about fitness, motivation, life in Bellingham, and much more. Come listen in on the conversation! THIS....you lovely and talented listener.... Is the Bellingham Podcast.Note to listeners-Much apologies to the wind noise during the interview...oh mother nature-We will be off the mic for the next two weeks, but we will be back :-) Find us on the WebAJ: ajbarse.com (http://ajbarse.com/)Chris: chrispowell.co (http://chrispowell.co/)“Community-Powered KMRE, 102.3 FM airing our show Mondays @ 6:30 pm and Thursdays @ 6:00 pmand streaming worldwide at kmre.org” (http://kmre.org/) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com

That's right, you read right- we’re going to dive deep into the depths of our favorite carbonated liquid and bit of its history. This one is bubbling with referecnes everyone, on this minreal infused edition of the Bellingham Podcast. Sparkling water (the differences) (https://skillet.lifehacker.com/the-difference-between-club-soda-seltzer-and-sparkling-1787683786) - from Lifehacker’s Skillet section * *Club Soda:* Club soda is plain water with added minerals and dissolved solids, usually sodium bicarbonate, sodium citrate, disodium phosphate, and—less commonly—plain ol’ sodium chloride. The carbonation in is added, rather than naturally occurring, and the taste can range from practically flavorless to slightly salty or bitter. Its lack of strong flavor makes it a good choice for adding some effervescence to cocktails, lemonade, or juice.* *Seltzer (Sparkling Water): *Seltzer is just plain water that has been carbonated, but is (usually) lacking in minerals. Some varieties are fl

It is that season, where cowboy hats and flannel are dawned as we go about Lynden to see food and farming's finest has produced here in Whatcom County. But first, your dynamic PNW podcasting duo are out on location at the constantly expanding Waypoint Park to record this episode. Two out of three seagulls agree, this is a fun episode. That intro reference: (Studio outtake from the 1983 (Born in the USA sessions?) available on The Essential Bruce Springsteen album)Where are we? - Granary Avenue & Laurel StreetListener Feedback- #Watchfam and a good ol' fashion on the mic wrist checkShout out to Tom, faithful listener of the podcast. Made Chris aware of LIV watches (https://www.livwatches.com/), “...Although a little spendy, the designs are really cool.” Tom said.“ I relate to Orange and appreciate the classy portrayal of the color.” Chris is a fan of LIV GX1-A Stealth Gray with a waxed leather bracelet. “*Swiss Made, Swiss Sellita Caliber SW200-1*, 3-hand automatic with date.*

When Chris comes back with an idea, your PNW podcast duo runs with it. What if our city of subdude excitment had a community pledge- what might it include? Tune in to hear what AJ & Chris came up with for our little city by the Salish Sea.The Bellingham PledgeBend, Oregon is onto something...Recently starting on July 1, Bend offers “on-demand, app-driven transit service to the public (https://www.visitbend.com/listing/ride-bend-free-shuttle-service/)” in summer until Labor Day from 12-8pm Sun-Wed and 12-9pm Thu-Sat. * Download the Ride Bend (https://cascadeseasttransit.com/ride/ride-bend/) app.* Summon one of three dog-friendly vans equipped with bike racks that seat up to 11 guests. One van is also ADA accessible.* Take Ride Bend to your desired location within the service area, usually the perimeter of town.Printed on the side of these shuttles is The Bend Pledge (https://www.visitbend.com/the-bend-pledge/):1. I VOW TO BE A RESPECTFUL GUEST IN BEND’S INDOOR AND OUTDOOR SPACES.2. I̵

On this episode, your PNW duo talk about their WTFEDC - "Whatcom Tech Friends Every Day Carry" that is. With all the culling they've been doing, they figure they should hit on some of their gear that made the cut.Show Notes Links (drink!)- 40&20 that means you https://soundcloud.com/40and20 *Chris** iPhone XR* Modded SKX007 on my wrist. * AirPods* Keyring with Pangea Designs Pickpocket Alpha (https://www.pangeadesigns.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=PP-ALPHA) and Kingston Mini 64GB DataTraveler USB drive * Columbia slim wallet (https://www.amazon.com/Columbia-Leather-Magnetic-Minamalist-Wallet/dp/B004ARW8PY/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=columbia+mens+slim+wallet+magnet&qid=1564064389&s=apparel&sr=1-3)In Chris’ GoRuck GR1* Cargo Works Utility Folder (https://www.cargo-works.com/products/utility-folder)* iPad Pro 10.5 with Smart Keyboard* Notebook/pen* Cocoon GridIt: FourSevens Mini LED, Gerber MultiTool/Knife combo* WD 256GB SSD external USB drive (https://www.amazon.com/256GB-Passport-Portable-

Continuing the Community Connections Conversations, Chris sits down with longtime Bellingham resident Heather Simpson, founder of She Leads Me, a Bellingham-based collective of women... who empower women... in the realms of leadership and growth both in their professional and personal lives. Also a fellow podcaster! Show Notes Links (drink!)* She Leads Me Website. (https://sheleadsme.com/)* She Leads Me Podcast. (https://sheleadsme.com/podcast/)* Upcoming August Connections events in Bellingham and Oak Harbor (http://sheleadsme.com/events/connections/).* Upcoming Nourish event (https://sheleadsme.regfox.com/nourishretreat) in October. Find us on the WebAJ: ajbarse.com (http://ajbarse.com/)Chris: chrispowell.co“Community Powered | KMRE, 102.3 FM | and streaming at kmre.org” (http://kmre.org/) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com

We are back! Back from the 4 July holiday (USA)...and rerecording this 124th episode; as even the most experience techs run into technology gremlins after dark. On this episode, as local campaign season is in full bloom, your dynamic PNW podcast duo decided to take center soapbox as fictitious mayor of Bham. *AJ Update** Wag more, bark less * Mental North’n it in the North Cascades * Travel as a parent- you just go and do it* watch modding projects, like : https://ajbarse.com/timelord-time-lapse-7s26-modding/* One year and 26.4 lbs later: the lifestyle change to my diet because of my son’s medical issue-*Chris Update** Recuperating from taking the Red Pill in online privacy and security* Slow Carb diet - down 10 pounds* Fasting from Surveillance Media* Unique 30+ character password for every online account? Check.If I were Mayor of Bellingham*AJ: ** Cascadia Day- a City holiday for all businesses. * City subsidized EV bicicyle program to get more suburban folks who work in town to commute by b

If you’ve recently moved to Bellingham, or are wanting to check things out to see what all the buzz is about zip codes 98225, 6, 7, and 9... this show is for you! Whether you are a young professional, fully-entrenched in family life, or are getting out of the rat race of metropolitan life, let AJ and Chris be the first to welcome you to Bellingham! We’ve got a boatload of places to go and things to do here in this wonderful town of ours.AJ has a Clarification from last week’s episode:25:40 in- whats the show pops- Here come the brides (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Here_Come_the_Brides)-*Here Come the Brides* is an American (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States) comedy (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Television_comedy) Western (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_(genre)) series from Screen Gems (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Screen_Gems) that aired on the ABC (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Broadcasting_Company) television network from September 25, 1968 to April 3, 1970. Th

All around this wonderful town, there are lots of people working hard to make this city shine. You probably pass by folks in the produce section of the grocery store, or are in front of them in line at your coffee shop.... people that are making a positive impact on the community, that’s what AJ and Chris keep an eye out for. Tune in and find out more on this episode of the BhamPodcast. Women in leadership - Meg WeberInstructor, IDEA Institute at WWU - http://idea.wwu.edu (http://idea.wwu.edu/)Current Board Member, Pickford CinemaFormer owner of Internet access company, former Executive Director of TagNW, member of the tech levy committee for that 1 to 1 project with the Bellingham School district that brought students convertible laptop/tablet devices for their coursework.Masters in Cinema, University of Iowa.MBA, University of Rochester“Community Powered | KMRE, 102.3 FM | and streaming at kmre.org” (http://kmre.org/) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other s

In this episode your PNW dynamic duo pick up where they left off last episode unwrapping, exposing, compartmentalizing, and declassifying stereotypes... pertaining the Pacific Northwest. So fill that sticker-filled BPA-free water bottle, and enjoy listening to this second part of this stereotypical Bellingham Podcast with your dad on this Father's day weekend.* Shoutout to WatchMedicine for the ideahttps://www.instagram.com/watchmedicine/Picking up where we left off :The 'people' of the Republic of Cascadia* Tattoos are as personalized as our coffee drink of choice* We have to specify which Vancouver we're referring to. Not as much confusion with Portland, since the one in Maine doesn't count.Food* Eco Friendly/ Co-op loving/ gotta know where our food comes from * Portlandia : Colin the chicken https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G__PVLB8Nm4 *Shout-out to 40and20 podcast: https://soundcloud.com/40and20* Residents have a Masters Degree in Beer Snobbery: https://www.movoto.com/guide/wa/washington-stereotypes/*

If you're like AJ and Chris, you know the difference between an Affogato (espresso poured over ice cream or gelato) and a Macchiato (espresso with a lil' bit o' foamed milk) and a 5.6% IPA and a 8% Blonde. You get decision fatigue when choosing the right fleece to wear, and you've had enough with the term Hipster. On this episode your PNW dynamic duo is unwrapping, exposing, compartmentalizing, and declassifying stereotypes... pertaining the Pacific Northwest. So put on your toque, and grab your sticker-filled BPA-free water bottle, and chug-a-lug while driving your VW bug to go hiking with your pug and avoid the slugs this is a stereotypical Bellingham Podcast.* Shoutout to WatchMedicine for the ideahttps://www.instagram.com/watchmedicine/* PNW stereotypes * Unfriendly? https://www.bellinghamherald.com/news/state/washington/article230924168.html * A funny rundown; https://www.movoto.com/guide/wa/washington-stereotypes/ * How Pacific Northwest are you? A quiz: https://brainfall.com/quizzes/how-paci

Feel like your wireless bill is a bit high? Chris and AJ do another cellular MVNO roundup. Want to hear about some other options on cellular carries that use the same network you are currently use? Tune in and see if any of these might save you some coin in that monthly budget. Chris going anti-PrimeHe and wife didn't renew annual Prime $120 fee. Continuing with base Amazon account: $5/shipping, 5-7 business days.No more Wile E. Coyote Acme company delivery.MObile PHone CarriersThe Big 4 - AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint. Funny math, Multiple distractions on website. (Netflix, Hulu, Tidal, Amzn Prime, emojis, dancing people having fun with their phone)Leasing Phones - $30-$50/month, 24-month contract = $720 to $1200 for a phone. And that's on top of your data plan.Nice to see “global roaming” included on some carriers. #CanadaNice to see “flat fee” (?) on some carriers.MVNOsTingUS MobileCricket - Chris' family: 5GB LTE data per line, 2GB speeds after 5GB quota reached. No additiona

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Our continuing series two of Word of Note; takes this inspiring quote and runs with it as AJ and Chris unpack ways to become more aware of our inner strengths, harness our abilities, and unleashes it on the world. All that an more on this episode of the Bellingham Podcast.#bhampodcastA memorable experience this week for Chris:Lighthouse Mission - New Life Program (https://www.thelighthousemission.org/stories-and-info/stories-of-hope/new-life-program/) - Graduation Ceremony (See Episode 114 (https://www.spreaker.com/user/bellinghampodcast/114-actual-4-11-19-2-20-pm) for an interview with LMM Executive Director)A yearlong discipleship and recovery program. The men who enter the New Life Program typically come with deep wounds from their past which led to addictive behaviors and unhealthy relationships. These men are immersed in community living, which includes service to their peers around the Mission, they attend 10 classes each week, receive counseling, and Bible-based reading and homework. All this is done

No tin-foil hats required. On this episode, one of the PNW subdued duo has been diving into the dark and light side of the web in search for something more secure with their online life. What would it take for more secure email? Or how about more secure messaging? Or how about a private digital hypertube for all your data that even Elon Musk would appreciate? Meanwhile the other half of the duo...is just taking in the hygge of the analog life. Wanna find out more? Tune into this 117th edition of the #bhampodcast.Shout-out to AJ & Chris' MomsWhere Chris used to be - Tech Life* Chrome - Web browsing* Gmail - personal email* Google - all searches* Lastpass (https://www.lastpass.com/) - Password manager, one fairly-strong password for many online accounts* Apple Messages - SMS communication with all phone contacts* Bank Debit/Credit Visa card - online paymentsThe big question: Why change things up?1 - Tired of my email, web browsing, calendar appointments, photos, and search requests being stored by the big

AJ and Chris have another “Word of Note” episode and they go Danish. Its a word that relates to a previous episode in the Word of Note series. And they are back on the town recording on location, drinking coffe and surrounded by foliage? Want to know where you can get a good cup of coffee while looking for that perfect plant? This.... Is the Bellingham Podcast.Where we at?BabyGreens Plant Shop & Cafe - https://www.plantshopbaby.com/1201 Cornwall Ave #103, Bellingham, WA 98225lykkeRemember the Little Book of Hygge (https://www.amazon.com/Little-Book-Hygge-Danish-Secrets/dp/0062658808/ref=sr_1_1?crid=38GGTBS2BQ8XK&keywords=little+book+of+hygge&qid=1556814881&s=gateway&sprefix=little+book+of+hygge%2Caps%2C500&sr=8-1)? There's the Little Book of Lykke (https://www.amazon.com/Little-Book-Lykke-Secrets-Happiest/dp/0062820338/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1AST4G95Y3HQD&keywords=little+book+of+lykke&qid=1556814902&s=gateway&sprefix=little+book+of+lykke%2Caps%2C200&sr=8-1) Al

Just our new promo with our new show times! Tune in every Monday at 6:30pm and Thursday at 6pm! https://www.kmre.org/programs/bellingham-podcast/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com

We are back! And "Chris' bit" ..or Community Connection (work in progress) has yet another executive director this time with Bham's very own Lydia Place, and we catch up as we get back into the spring of thing (ok I tried to keep up the pun from the episode). All that and more, on this episode of the Bham Podcast.Lydia Placehttps://lydiaplace.org/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com

We are off the mic this week as Chris flies in from parts unknown, but be sure to check back next week as we get back on the mic. Chris has another interview with a local non-profit coming soon!Like audio books? Like supporting your local bookstore? Check out Independent Bookstore Day: April 27 on Libro.fm (not a sponsored bit- who doesn't like free things) https://libro.fm/ibd for details. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com