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Oregon Grapevine with Barbara Dellenback
Oregon Grapevine

KLCC’s Barbara Dellenback hosts Oregon Grapevine, conversations with people who are actively and passionately creating the present and future in which they wish to live. The show takes its name from Oregon's state flower, the Oregon Grape, and through it you'll hear candid and compelling conversations on arts and activism, political lobbying, the future of libraries, and unique perspectives on current events.

If you know people taking creative and perceptive action, and making unusual choices in these times, please send us an email.

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  • Dr. David Altman is a physics professor and researcher at Willamette University. He teaches in labs and lectures, and also through the school's tradition of colloquium classes. He and Oregon Grapevine host Barbara Dellenback discuss the hard sciences, interdisciplinary education, schooling post pandemic, and the physics of knitting.
  • Some people are gifted with the art of customer service. Don Smythe is behind the counter of Eugene's Southside Post Office, and guides customers through a variety of tasks. He does more than just help with packages and stamps. He speaks with Oregon Grapevine host Barbara Dellenback about his conversations with regulars and new comers about their lives and helps them get through the day with a smile.
  • Gutenberg College fosters a Biblical worldview through deep reading, and discussion. The small student body studies together in discussion groups, and delve into the Great Books. President Chris Swanson speaks with host, Barbara Dellenback, about philosophy, studying intention and life choices, and the value of community and personal choices.
  • Eugene is a center of cancer research and treatment. Dr. Jeff Sharman speaks with Oregon Grapevine host, Barbara Dellenback, about the beauty of the immune system, research advances, and compassionate care.
  • Base Building for Power is an organization training people to effect change in many ways. Executive Director Harley Agustino speaks with Oregon Grapevine host, Barbara Dellenback, about giving people the opportunity to effect change. They talk about how to conquer nerves, get people to take action, and collaboration.
  • Carl Woideck is a Saxophonist, Retired Senior U of O Instructor, and 50-year radio host on KLCC. He speaks with Oregon Grapevine host, Barbara Dellenback, about his love of instrumental music, travel, and life on the air.
  • The Coalition to Dismantle the Doctrine of Discovery works to restore indigenous land to indigenous people. Sarah Augustine speaks with Oregon Grapevine host, Barbara Dellenback, about the intersection of land rights, legal efforts, song, and spirituality in the connection of people and the earth.
  • The Washington State University Bread Lab researches whole grains and makes baked goods available and affordable. Janine Sanguine speaks with Oregon Grapevine host, Barbara Dellenback, about the creative work the lab is doing to make healthy food for the community.
  • Folk Schools teach the connection of the hands, heart, and mind through skills learning. Rose Holdorf of Corvallis' Tarweed School speaks with Oregon Grapevine host, Barbara Dellenback, about creative learning through natural materials, and the value of community.
  • The Institute for Health and the Built Environment at the University of Oregon is on the cutting edge of making sure healthy microbes are in our buildings. Co-Director Mark Fretz speaks with Oregon Grapevine host, Barbara Dellenback, about the connection between buildings and nature. What is beyond framing and windows? He emphasizes the importance of fresh air and light to our health.