{"id":241,"date":"2023-04-26T09:51:22","date_gmt":"2023-04-26T16:51:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/?page_id=241"},"modified":"2026-09-09T14:41:45","modified_gmt":"2026-09-09T21:41:45","slug":"the-womens-mosaic","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/?page_id=241","title":{"rendered":"The Women&#8217;s Mosaic"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/FINALSharper-Image-Co-Hosts-of-The-Womens-Mosaic-1024x577.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-166\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/FINALSharper-Image-Co-Hosts-of-The-Womens-Mosaic-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/FINALSharper-Image-Co-Hosts-of-The-Womens-Mosaic-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/FINALSharper-Image-Co-Hosts-of-The-Womens-Mosaic-768x433.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/FINALSharper-Image-Co-Hosts-of-The-Womens-Mosaic-1536x865.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/FINALSharper-Image-Co-Hosts-of-The-Womens-Mosaic.jpg 1640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Discover Independent Voices at KXRW 99.9 fm Radio! <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Listen to this description of The Women&#8217;s Mosaic in less than one minute. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/WM-Show-Intro.Audio-file.5-1-2023-1.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">KXRW.fm Vancouver and our sister station, XRAY.fm Portland, broadcast our radio show. Once an episode has aired, listeners are able to stream the episode anytime from anywhere. You can find links to previously broadcast episodes below or from our KXRW.fm Show Page here, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic\/<\/a><\/strong>, or our social media pages on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/womensmosaic\/\"><strong>Facebook<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/womensmosaic\/\"><strong>Instagram<\/strong><\/a> and with full episodes posted on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@WomensMosaicYT\"><strong>YouTube<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Listen to our show anytime!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-green-cyan-color\"><strong>On Radio:<\/strong><\/mark><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0Listen to new \u00a0episodes from the radio broadcast\u00a0KXRW.fm 99.9 in Vancouver and\u00a0XRAY.FM |\u00a0KXRY 107.1 &amp;\u00a091.1 FM in\u00a0Portland.<br><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-green-cyan-color\">Online:<\/mark><\/strong>\u00a0To listen to episodes through the\u00a0Internet as they\u00a0broadcast, simply go to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/<\/strong>\u00a0<\/a>\u00a0and click on &#8220;LISTEN&#8221; in the upper right hand corner at broadcast time.\u00a0<br><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-green-cyan-color\">Streaming Link:<\/mark><\/strong>\u00a0If you miss the live broadcast, you can listen online at your convenience\u00a0 using\u00a0the episode&#8217;s\u00a0streaming link.<br><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-green-cyan-color\">Sharing Episodes:<\/mark><\/strong>\u00a0Once a week our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Show Page<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0is updated with new streaming links.\u00a0<em>Right after broadcast,<\/em>\u00a0we post\u00a0them on\u00a0our Instagram, YouTube and Facebook pages. Our show page\u00a0shares\u00a0info about The Women&#8217;s Mosaic&#8217;s mission and its hosts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><br><strong>Our SHOW PAGE: <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic\/<\/a><\/strong><br><strong>Facebook<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/womensmosaic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/womensmosaic\/<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Instagram<\/strong>: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/womensmosaic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/womensmosaic<\/a><\/strong>\/<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>YouTube: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@WomensMosaicYT\"><strong>https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@WomensMosaicYT<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Meet Our Guests &amp; Stream Aired Episodes Here!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:27% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Jesadia-2-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1411 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Jesadia-2-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Jesadia-2-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Jesadia-2-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Jesadia-2-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Jesadia-2-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-jesadia-lopez-part-1-8-25-26\/\"><strong>Episode 77 (Part 1)<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-jesadia-lopez-part-2-9-8-26\/\"><strong>Episode 78 (Part 2)<\/strong> <\/a>&#8211; Jesadia Lopez is a youth activist and community organizer who lives with her family in Vancouver, Washington. She is more than a leader and role model for her peers, as she is someone who lives her purpose, advocates for the betterment of our community and believes in taking action. If you are worried about the next generation of leaders, our co-hosts inspiring conversation with Jesadia Lopez will put your mind at ease. Jesadia, a student at Vancouver School of Arts &amp; Academics, is a dynamic youth activist and community organizer dedicated towards social justice and actionable change. She currently advocates for further youth civil engagement and immigrant justice, while taking any opportunity she can to grow as a servant leader. You can follow her on Instagram @JayJesadia or on LinkedIn.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"204\" height=\"192\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/download-2.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1393 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-dr-shanti-mohling-part-1-7-28-26\/\">Episode 75<\/a><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-dr-shanti-mohling-part-1-7-28-26\/\"> <\/a>and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-dr-shanti-mohling-part-2-8-11-26\/\">Episode 76 <\/a><\/strong>&#8211; An estimated 1 in 10 women have a painful condition known as endometriosis. In spite of how common it is and the enormous suffering endured by those with this disease, diagnosis takes an average of 7 to 10 years. Often mistaken for IBS, fibroids, UTIs, PID, and ovarian cysts, tragically treatment and fertility care can be delayed for years.In Part 1 of this two part episode, Portland-based, nationally-recognized expert Dr. Shanti Mohling explains what endometriosis is, its diagnosis and which treatments are effective.<br><br><strong>DR. MOHLING\u2019S BIO:&nbsp;<\/strong>Dr. Shanti Mohling is a board-certified and fellowship-trained gynecologist and gynecologic surgeon. Joining NWEPS in May of 2021, Dr. Mohling brings her outstanding talents in endometriosis care, gynecologic surgery, and biomechanics to the community. Dr. Mohling is committed to providing world class surgical care to women with complex gynecologic surgical issues including endometriosis, chronic pelvic pain, heavy bleeding, fibroids, pelvic organ prolapse, and incontinence.<br><br>For additional resources, or to contact Dr. Mohling directly, visit:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nwendometriosis.com\/\">https:\/\/www.nwendometriosis.com\/<\/a><br><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/JSDAmamilo-IMG_1970-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1307 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/JSDAmamilo-IMG_1970-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/JSDAmamilo-IMG_1970-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/JSDAmamilo-IMG_1970.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-judge-sharonda-amamilo-part-1-6-23-26\/\"><strong>Episode 73<\/strong> <\/a>and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-judge-sharonda-amamilo-part-2-7-14-26\/\">Episode 74<\/a> <\/strong>&#8211; Our conversation with Judge Amamilo was illuminating. Elected in 2020 to the Thurston County Superior Court and serving at the Family and Juvenile Court, Judge Sharonda Amamilo exemplifies unwavering dedication to safeguarding the constitutional rights of every citizen. Her approach to delivering justice includes a compassionate touch. With a rich tapestry of experiences and a background marked by diversity, she brings an impartial perspective to deliver empathetic justice, particularly to litigants grappling with traumatic backgrounds. Judge Sharonda Amamilo is running for Position 5 of the Washington State Supreme Court as a candidate on the ballot for the August 4th, 2026 special election primary.&nbsp;For more information about the work Judge Sharonda Amamilo is doing in the Family and Juvenile Court, please click on Thurston County Superior Court on the website,&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"http:\/\/thurstoncountywa.gov\/\">thurstoncountywa.gov.<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"207\" height=\"243\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/download-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1250 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In&nbsp;Episode 71 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/us21.mailchimp.com\/mctx\/clicks?url=https%3A%2F%2Fkxrw.fm%2Fthe-womens-mosaic-emareena-danielles-part-1-5-26-26%2F&amp;xid=478a26ca00&amp;uid=189994914&amp;iid=0d3e6c26a2&amp;pool=cts&amp;v=2&amp;c=1781131284&amp;h=7ef5c1b65d504cb0aa8d68c768a60b9f4534cde1d61e888045ae7701b0c6f43d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Part 1&nbsp;<\/a><\/strong>and&nbsp;Episode 72 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/us21.mailchimp.com\/mctx\/clicks?url=https%3A%2F%2Fkxrw.fm%2Fthe-womens-mosaic-emareena-danielles-part-2-6-9-26%2F&amp;xid=478a26ca00&amp;uid=189994914&amp;iid=0d3e6c26a2&amp;pool=cts&amp;v=2&amp;c=1781131284&amp;h=451e0e98ad1ad288fad86be6969e1b74447cd550574eff1f978ed554d1e317a4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Part 2<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;of this interview, emareena danielles shares her strength, experience and the wisdom gained through their trauma-informed education practice teaching adult learners including those in carceral spaces. emareena is a master educator, field researcher, and public scholar exploring the intersection of education, trauma, harm reduction, and transformation. They have been studying and exploring barriers to learning, and what it means to be a \u201cbetter teacher,\u201d for over 25 years. Their formal education includes a Master\u2019s of Science in Teaching from Portland State University, and a B.A. in Communications from the University of North Carolina \u2013 Charlotte. For more information about emareena danielles\u2019 work, podcast, and educational services, visit&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/us21.mailchimp.com\/mctx\/clicks?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmeoutloud.com%2F&amp;xid=478a26ca00&amp;uid=189994914&amp;iid=0d3e6c26a2&amp;pool=cts&amp;v=2&amp;c=1781131284&amp;h=c322b9f68879e673d8591417294d4b9c2bcb1b4c1e2c3f56441c8f8c14a342fc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/meoutloud.com\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"949\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ayanna-Nance-Pic-1-949x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1198 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ayanna-Nance-Pic-1-949x1024.jpg 949w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ayanna-Nance-Pic-1-278x300.jpg 278w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ayanna-Nance-Pic-1-768x828.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ayanna-Nance-Pic-1-1424x1536.jpg 1424w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ayanna-Nance-Pic-1-1898x2048.jpg 1898w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 949px) 100vw, 949px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-ayanna-nance-part-1-4-28-26\/\"><strong>Part 1 Episode 69<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-ayanna-nance-part-2-5-12-26\/\">P<strong>art 2 Episode 70<\/strong><\/a> feature Addiction Recovery Advocate Ayanna Nance. She is a Vancouver\u2011born nonprofit director whose work is grounded in a deep commitment to recovery, community empowerment and systems change. In this interview Ayanna talks about the transformative power of channeling pain into purpose. She uses her voice and leadership to ensure people know they are not alone and that recovery is possible. Through her advocacy, she works to strengthen recovery\u2011oriented systems of care and advance policies that expand access to the supports individuals need to rebuild their lives. She also talks about her own long term recovery. To reach Ayanna Nance directly, email her at <a href=\"http:\/\/gmail.com\/\"><strong>ayannanance82@gmail.com<\/strong><\/a>. For more information on addiction recovery resources, visit the Washington Recovery Alliance website at <a href=\"http:\/\/washingtonrecoveryalliance.org\/\"><strong>washingtonrecoveryalliance.org<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"333\" height=\"347\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Sharon-Cousineau-e1787698547613.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1416 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Sharon-Cousineau-e1787698547613.jpeg 333w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Sharon-Cousineau-e1787698547613-288x300.jpeg 288w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 333px) 100vw, 333px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-housing-justice-project-part-1-3-24-26\/\"><strong>Episode 67<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-housing-justice-project-part-2-4-14-26\/\"><strong>Episode 68<\/strong><\/a> &#8211; Attorney Loulou Fernandez and Program Manager Sharon Cousineau with the Housing Justice Project of the Clark County Volunteer Lawyers Program talk with Karen Morrison and Elizabeth Madrigal about their work with low-income individuals and marginalized communities. The conversation focuses on tenant rights and responsibilities for eviction prevention. The non-profit\u2019s vision is to assure a legal system that is accessible, fair and community-centered. Their organization provides and facilitates access to justice in Clark County through housing advocacy and civil legal services. For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/ccvlp.org\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/ccvlp.org\"><strong>ccvlp.org<\/strong><\/a> or email to <strong><a href=\"mailto:housingjustice@ccvlp.org\">housingjustice@ccvlp.org<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Attorney Sharon Cousineau in our KXRW Studio. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"190\" height=\"266\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Amy-Reeves.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1150 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-amy-reeves-part-1-2-24-26\/\"><strong>Episode 65<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-amy-reeves-part-2-3-10-26\/\"><strong>Episode 66<\/strong><\/a> &#8211; In this two-part interview hosts Karen Morrison and Elizabeth Madrigal speak with banker Amy Reeves, who is a Senior Vice President and the SW Washington Regional manager of OnPoint Community Credit Union. Their conversation centers on women, understanding our relationship with money and a few beginning steps for building wealth. Amy Reeves has 24 years of experience in the financial industry\u201410 of those years in leadership\u2014and is currently a Senior Vice President and the SW Washington Regional Manager for OnPoint Community Credit Union. You can visit OnPoint Credit Union at <a><strong>onpointcu.com<\/strong><\/a> or call Amy Reeves at (360)608-8220.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Falguni-Shah.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1139 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Falguni-Shah.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Falguni-Shah-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Falguni-Shah-150x150.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-dr-falguni-shah-part-1-1-27-26\/\"><strong>Episode 63<\/strong><\/a> Part 1 and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-dr-falguni-shah-part-2-2-10-26\/\">Episode 64<\/a> <\/strong>Part 2. Dr. Falguni Shah immigrated to the U.S. from Mumbai, India in 2001 with big dreams and a deep commitment to learning and service. She recently spoke at the Pathways to Flourishing health equity summit organized by Odyssey World International Education and held at Washington State University Vancouver. Karen Morrison and Elizabeth Madrigal talk with her about her new book titled, \u201dFrom Gaslighting to Truthlighting:A New Framework for Advancing Fair Opportunities for Women In The Workplace.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Shah holds a PhD in Organizational Leadership from Adler University, a Master\u2019s in Community Counseling from Loyola University Chicago, and a Bachelor\u2019s in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Mumbai. With over 20 years in healthcare, she blends clinical expertise, systems thinking, and cultural humility, having held leadership roles in community mental health and federally qualified health centers. For more information about Dr. Falguni Shah\u2019s new book \u201cFrom Gaslighting to Truthlighting,\u201d please visit the website <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fortruthlighting.com\/\">https:\/\/www.fortruthlighting.com\/<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Advisory:<\/strong>&nbsp;This episode discusses domestic violence and other sensitive topics that may be unsafe or triggering for some people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"148\" height=\"148\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Wendy.download-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1112 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-ohana-self-defense-part-1-12-23-25\/\">Episode 61<\/a> &#8211; Part 1<\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-ohana-self-defense-part-2-1-13-26\/\">Episode 6<\/a>2 &#8211; Part 2<\/strong> ~ In this powerful interview we\u2019re joined by Wendy Bukoski (L) founder and CEO of Ohana Self Defense, and Lacey Meehan (below L), a licensed family therapist and volunteer instructor with Ohana. Ohana Self Defense offers empowerment-based, survivor-focused, free self-defense classes for ALL women and femmes. Wendy and Lacey share what led them to this work and the data-informed methods behind their trainings.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"224\" height=\"224\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Lacey-Meehan.download-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1111\" style=\"width:114px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Lacey-Meehan.download-1.jpeg 224w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Lacey-Meehan.download-1-150x150.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 224px) 100vw, 224px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more info or to contact Wendy or Lacey, visit: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ohanaselfdefense.net\/\">https:\/\/www.ohanaselfdefense.net\/<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/BonnieBleuDoor2021-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1124 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/BonnieBleuDoor2021-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/BonnieBleuDoor2021-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/BonnieBleuDoor2021.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-bonnie-brasure-part-1-11-25-25\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Episode 59<\/a> <\/strong>Part 1<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>and&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-bonnie-brasure-part-2-12-9-25\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Episode 60<\/a><\/strong> Part 2 ~ Bonnie Brasure, an unapologetic risk taker, founded Vancouver\u2019s French-inspired Bleu Door Bakery &amp; Cafe in 2011. In Part 1 of this conversation, she tells her origin story as a chef, talks about the challenges of a business committed to offering quality products and why local business support for a community matters. Her message for women thinking about starting a business? Take the leap. She has absolutely no regrets. Listeners should be forewarned that in Part 2 the descriptions of Bleu Door\u2019s menu items will make your mouth water. They\u2019re located in Uptown Village at 2411 Main Street, Vancouver, WA 98660. Bleu Door Bakery can be found online at:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/bleudoorbakery.com\/\"><strong>https:\/\/bleudoorbakery.com\/<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:16% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/482025345_1327485488324219_4638988164388251991_n-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1118 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/482025345_1327485488324219_4638988164388251991_n-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/482025345_1327485488324219_4638988164388251991_n-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/482025345_1327485488324219_4638988164388251991_n-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/482025345_1327485488324219_4638988164388251991_n-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/482025345_1327485488324219_4638988164388251991_n.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-erika-carranza-part-1-10-28-25\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Episode 57<\/a><\/strong> Part 2&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-erika-carranza-part-2-11-11-25\/\">Episode 58<\/a><\/strong> Part 2&nbsp;~ Erika Carranza describes herself as an autodidact, plastic artist, muralist and promoter of recreational art. Inspired by the spirit of her ancestors and guided by the legacy of artisan hands and artists from Jalisco, she continues to create art that honors her roots. Working as an Advocate and Case Manager in domestic violence shelters with individuals who are survivors, Erika also developed a class based in theory behind color that focuses on art as self-care. For more information, look for Erika Carranza on Facebook and Instagram. (@erikanoemicarranza)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"168\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Aphena-Arshisha.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1099 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-aphena-arshisha-10-14-25\/\">Episode 56<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;~ Aphena Arshisha is the founder of All The Wishes, a Black woman LGB-owned business that offers jewelry, metal and stone wall and decor artwork, crystals and gemstones. A portion of all sales proceeds is used to grant Wishes for BIPOC, LGBTQ and underprivileged women in our community. A healer and empath, Aphena is also a mom of seven. She believes in the importance of a&nbsp;business supporting the needs of its community to embody&nbsp;her philosophy of responsible entrepreneurship.<br><br>For more information about Aphena, visit&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.us21.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=df9540e5d78bf3b6770939683&amp;id=d4cd74e41a&amp;e=996b731d00\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>http:\/\/allthewishes.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:16% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"998\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/biopic-1-1024x998.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1082 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/biopic-1-1024x998.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/biopic-1-300x292.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/biopic-1-768x749.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/biopic-1-1536x1497.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/biopic-1.jpg 1975w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-supporting-widows-part-1-9-9-25\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Episode 54 Part 1&nbsp;<\/a>&nbsp;and <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-supporting-widows-part-2-9-23-25\/\">Episode 55 Part 2 <\/a> <\/strong>~ Our guest,&nbsp;Michelle Bader Ebersole, is an author, speaker, and host of the Widowed 2 Soon podcast. In this interview she talks about the difficulties and challenges she faced as a young widow with three&nbsp;children and the ways we can support widowed women of all ages. After losing her husband in 2020, she founded Widow Goals, a nonprofit that helps widows not only survive\u2014but thrive. Free membership is open to&nbsp;all widows.&nbsp;Members meet in person&nbsp; in Vancouver and in over 30 other cities across the country. For information on how to join a group near you, visit the website,<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/widowgoals.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/widowgoals.org\/<\/a><\/strong>. Her new book,&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/widowgoals.org\/widowgoalsbook\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Widow Goals: Steps to Finding Peace When You Lose Your Spouse<\/em><\/a><\/strong>, offers practical and faith-filled support for navigating life after loss.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"210\" height=\"199\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Megan.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1074 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-ridgefield-multicultural-festival-8-26-25\/\"><strong>Episode 53<\/strong> <\/a>~ Our guest is Dr. Megan Dudley. She is a pediatrician and acupuncturist by trade and a community organizer at heart. She is Yonsei (4th gen Japanese-American), born in Massachusetts and raised in the suburbs of the Motor City. Her paternal roots go back to County Cork in Ireland. Megan is the founder and organizer of the Ridgefield Multicultural Festival, an annual event on the first Saturday in September from 9:00am to 3:00pm. Held in downtown Ridgefield, Washington, this year the Festival falls on September 6th. The theme for 2025 is &#8220;Fun &amp; Games&#8221; with vendors, family-friendly performances and activities &#8211; including a Mahjong tournament. To learn more about the festival or sign up to volunteer, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ridgefieldculture.org\">www.ridgefieldculture.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:17% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"605\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Lillian-Stevenson-photo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1063 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Lillian-Stevenson-photo.jpg 600w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Lillian-Stevenson-photo-298x300.jpg 298w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Lillian-Stevenson-photo-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our guest for <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-lillian-stevenson-7-22-25\/\"><strong>Episode 51<\/strong><\/a> (Part 1) and <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-lillian-stevenson-part-2-8-12-25\/\"><strong>Episode 52<\/strong><\/a> (Part 2) is Lillian Stevenson, the CEO of Berrien Concrete, a certified DBE\/MBE\/ESB company committed to building opportunity and lasting impact in the construction industry. Driven by a mission to honor her father\u2019s legacy and break industry barriers, Lillian brings a fresh perspective on leadership, resilience, and growth in today\u2019s evolving economy. She leads with a focus on inclusion, community partnerships, and workforce development, creating spaces where diverse businesses and individuals can thrive. Lillian can be reached at 503-567-1774 or through the company website, <a href=\"http:\/\/berrienconcrete.com\/\">berrienconcrete.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/472190110_10235588922732079_5245051241928599529_n-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1023 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/472190110_10235588922732079_5245051241928599529_n-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/472190110_10235588922732079_5245051241928599529_n-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/472190110_10235588922732079_5245051241928599529_n-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/472190110_10235588922732079_5245051241928599529_n-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/472190110_10235588922732079_5245051241928599529_n.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-nikki-chen-on-equity-in-action-part-1-6-24-25\/\">In Episodes 49<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-nikki-chen-on-equity-in-action-part-2-7-8-25\/\">50<\/a> <\/strong>Co-hosts Karen Morrison and Elizabeth Madrigal share an open and honest dialogue with Nikki Chen about her work to advance equity for all residents through her role as Vancouver\u2019s Business Partner for the Office of Equity and Inclusion. Ms. Chen\u2019s joyful and infectious presence illuminates difficult material as she delves into the complexities of the creation of a safe, equitable space for all. She also leaves listeners better informed, reassured and feeling heard, understood and empowered.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-center\" style=\"grid-template-columns:17% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Sara-682x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1029 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Sara-682x1024.png 682w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Sara-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Sara-768x1152.png 768w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Sara-1024x1536.png 1024w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Sara.png 1333w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-sarah-chivers-and-abby-hollopeter-part-1-5-27-25\/\">Episode 47<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-sarah-chivers-and-abby-hollopeter-part-2-6-10-24\/\">Episode 48<\/a><\/strong> we are joined by the co-authors of a Clark County (Wash.) women\u2019s health equity study.&nbsp; Dr. Sarah Chivers is a community activist and an assistant professor of sociology at Willamette University. Abby Hollopeter, is a researcher at Odyssey World Education Services. Our conversation first focuses on the field of sociology. Our guests then reveal some of the conclusions of the Women\u2019s Health Equity Study while noting how women\u2019s heath is often&nbsp; affected by factors outside of their control. The co-authors also shared that women of color in Clark County have concerning health and healthcare access&nbsp; experiences, which at this time are not adequately reflected in existing public&nbsp; health data. Copies of the study can be requested by emailing <a href=\"mailto:abbyh@odysseyworld.org\"><strong>abbyh@odysseyworld.org<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/image-683x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1004 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/image-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/image-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/image-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/image-1024x1536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/image-1365x2048.jpeg 1365w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/image-scaled.jpeg 1707w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-practicing-medicine-as-a-calling-part-1-4-22-25\/\"><strong>Episode 45 (Part 1)<\/strong><\/a> and<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-practicing-medicine-as-a-calling-part-2-5-13-25\/\"><strong>Episode 46 (Part 2)<\/strong><\/a><strong>. <\/strong>Born to Haitian parents and raised in the Bahamas, Dr. Gina Guillaume\u2019s journey to medicine is one of perseverance, faith, and a deep commitment to serving others. As a first-generation college graduate, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Barry University in Miami, Florida, and later completed her Master of Health Science at Drexel University in Philadelphia. She then pursued her medical degree at the prestigious Howard University College of Medicine, a place that solidified her passion for addressing health disparities and uplifting marginalized communities. Dr. Guillaume completed her Family Medicine Residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, where she served as the program\u2019s first Community Medicine Fellow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Theresa-Ortiz_800x800.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-981 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Theresa-Ortiz_800x800.png 800w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Theresa-Ortiz_800x800-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Theresa-Ortiz_800x800-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Theresa-Ortiz_800x800-768x768.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-youth-mental-health-services-part-1-3-25-25\/\">Episode 43 (Part 1)<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-youth-mental-health-services-part-2-4-8-25n\/\">Episode 44 (Part 2)<\/a> <\/strong>&#8211; Co-hosts Karen Morrison and Elizabeth Madrigal connect with a panel from Catholic Community Services of Western Washington for a deep discussion of the state of youth mental health and the local services and crisis intervention resources available to them and their families. Meet our Panel for Youth Mobile Crisis Intervention &amp; Mental Health Care:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Theresa Ortiz,<\/strong> <strong>Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Child Mental Health Specialist, Mental Health Professional<\/strong> ~ Theresa has been in the field working with children, youth, and families for 21 years. She has provided clinical services in Washington for the last 16 years. Before that, she worked in California, Oregon, and Washington as well as throughout Central and South America. She is currently the Site Director and oversees multiple contracts including Youth Mobile Crisis Intervention in Clark County.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"395\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Julie-Bacon-Clinical-supervisor-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-984 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Julie-Bacon-Clinical-supervisor-1.jpeg 395w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Julie-Bacon-Clinical-supervisor-1-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Julie-Bacon-Clinical-supervisor-1-150x150.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 395px) 100vw, 395px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Julie Bacon<\/strong>,<b> Licensed Clinical Social Worker<\/b>, <strong>Clinical Supervisor<\/strong> ~ Julie has lived in Clark Co. over 25 years. She is currently working as a clinical co-supervisor over the Youth Mobile Crisis Intervention and Stabilization Teams.&nbsp;Julie has been working at CCS-FBH for 9 \u00bd years and has been supervising for the last 5 years.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXfUbPdhEKvfQwKjxH9s-8oxbdHbpt2JpmAVzkVt3DvBQMdqLvf5bhOPcvAJ_lLlwiTJf_KXvJN9VjVKcTpj0ZveKAZon3qoxDF-97zMZXJ9o-IAfoPR5X1TSbEntb8mEeWcMfUhQA0gypMlPdQKJg?key=P99W1Algd7A5IC7oCUnWZlv4\" alt=\"C:\\Users\\theresac\\AppData\\Local\\Microsoft\\Windows\\INetCache\\Content.Outlook\\J6FG7QRB\\Resized_20200309_204110_106812776867167_1738369631170.jpeg\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Carole Gamoy<\/strong>, <strong>MSW<\/strong>&nbsp;~ Carole holds a Master\u2019s Degree in social work and has over 20 years of experience in volunteer and professional work with youth and teens. She has worked for CCS for 8 years and currently co-supervisors the mobile crisis and stabilization teams.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"270\" height=\"270\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Laura-Ellsworth.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-976 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Laura-Ellsworth.png 270w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Laura-Ellsworth-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 270px) 100vw, 270px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-laura-ellsworth-part-1-2-25-25\/\">Episode 41 <\/a>Part 1 and <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-laura-ellsworth-part-2-3-11-25\/\">Episode 42<\/a> Part 2<\/strong>~<strong> <\/strong>As a kidney transplant recipient herself for 25 years, Laura personally understands the value of organ donation and knows the organ donor and transplant community well. A mission-driven strategic leader, Laura&#8217;s roots with Donate Life Northwest are deep. Now leading the organization as Executive director, she previously worked as Program Coordinator from 2002 to 2006 and then as Development Manager from 2016 to 2018. She also served two terms as a board member. Laura also worked at the Council for the Homeless in Vancouver for seven years and served as the chairperson for the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) Patient Affairs Committee.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\" style=\"grid-template-columns:21% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/TWina-Nobles-Paris-Nelson-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-956 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/TWina-Nobles-Paris-Nelson-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/TWina-Nobles-Paris-Nelson-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/TWina-Nobles-Paris-Nelson-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/TWina-Nobles-Paris-Nelson.jpg 833w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-sen-twina-nobles-and-paris-nelson-part-1-1-28-25\/\"><strong>Episode 39<\/strong><\/a> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-sen-twina-nobles-and-paris-nelson-part-2-2-11-25\/\">Episode 40<\/a><\/strong> ~ Our guests are T\u2019wina Nobles, a community leader, mother, a non-profit executive, a University Place School Board Member, and the State Senator for the 28th Legislative District of Washington state, and Paris Nelson, the Strategic Development and Policy Manager at Fourth Plain Forward, a place-based organization devoted to accelerating equity within Vancouver, WA&#8217;s diverse Fourth Plain corridor. Our conversation focuses on Doulas and their value as culturally congruent birth support healthcare professionals in Washington state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Top Photo, Sen. T&#8217;wina Nobles. Bottom, Paris Nelson<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:16% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"320\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Stella-in-DC.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-952 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Stella-in-DC.jpg 320w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Stella-in-DC-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Stella-in-DC-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-stella-cope-part-1-12-24-24\/\">Episode 37 <\/a><\/strong> &amp; <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-stella-cope-part-2-1-14-25\/\">Episode 38 <\/a><\/strong> ~ Stella Cope grew up in New York City, where she attended Columbia University. For most of her adult life, she has been a passionate social justice advocate. She and her husband live in Vancouver, Wash., where she serves as the Board Vice President of the Queer Youth Resource Center, a non-profit organization supporting queer youth and their allies in Southwest Washington. She also volunteers with Triple Point, another allied nonprofit group. In our interview Stella shares why she is so committed to providing support in any way possible and the importance of lifting up youth within the LGBTQ+ community.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:17% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/HIghRes0519-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-942 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/HIghRes0519-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/HIghRes0519-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/HIghRes0519-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/HIghRes0519-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/HIghRes0519-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/HIghRes0519-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-dr-fayne-frey-part-1-11-26-24\/\"><strong>Episode 35<\/strong><\/a> &amp; <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-dr-fayne-frey-part-2-12-10-24\/\"><strong>Episode 36<\/strong><\/a> are both now available to stream! Is that expensive eye cream worth it? Is sunscreen safe to use? Our guest Dr. Fayne Frey, answers those questions and more! Commonly known as \u201cThe Ralph Nader of the Skincare Industry,\u201d Dr. Frey is a New York\u2013based, Ivy League\u2013trained, board-certified dermatologist and skincare consultant and a nationally recognized expert in the effectiveness and formulation of over-the-counter skin care products. Refuting marketing claims that skincare products are vital to being attractive, she\u2019s also committed to promoting a skin-positive image\u2014for women of every skin tone and type, at every age. \u201cKindness matters. Health matters. Accomplishments matter,\u201d she assures. \u201cNone of those things come in a tube or bottle.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"608\" height=\"826\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Christina-Cameli.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-944 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Christina-Cameli.webp 608w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Christina-Cameli-221x300.webp 221w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 608px) 100vw, 608px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-christina-cameli-part-1-10-22-24\/\">Episode 33<\/a><\/strong> &amp; <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-christina-cameli-part-2-11-12-24\/\"><strong>Episode 34<\/strong><\/a> ~ Christina Cameli is a certified-nurse midwife in Portland, Oregon. As a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, her healthcare practice focuses on caring for those in perimenopause and postmenopause. Christina delights in supporting people where they are in their understandings of their body and their menopause transition, while educating around the many known and unknowns regarding midlife health.&nbsp;She talks about women&#8217;s unique physiology and why the nurse-midwife model of care is so effective in meeting the needs of women of all ages and adolescent girls. <br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:20% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Barbara-Bernstein-1-768x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-929 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Barbara-Bernstein-1-768x1024.png 768w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Barbara-Bernstein-1-225x300.png 225w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Barbara-Bernstein-1-1152x1536.png 1152w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Barbara-Bernstein-1.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-barbara-bernstein-10-8-24\/\"><strong>Episode 32<\/strong><\/a> Guest Barbara Bernstein talks about what inspired&nbsp; her revealing documentary, <em>Once a Braided River.<\/em>&nbsp;Our conversation with her is focused on the environmental threat posed by the CEI Hub&#8217;s 100+ storage tanks situated along the Willamette River, a superfund site. Barbara is an award-winning independent audio producer, musician, composer and radio producer. Based in Portland, Oregon, she reports on the environment, social justice and human rights issues and hosts the weekly environmental radio show <em>Locus Focus<\/em><strong>, <\/strong>heard on KBOO, KMUN and other community and public radio stations. If you don&#8217;t know the history of the CEI Hub and want to understand the environmental threat posed by the hazardous chemicals and fuels stored at the HUB, you&#8217;ll want to listen.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:18% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"390\" height=\"390\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Dr.Stark_.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-922 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Dr.Stark_.webp 390w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Dr.Stark_-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Dr.Stark_-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 390px) 100vw, 390px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-dr-amrita-stark-part-1-9-10-24\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Episode 30, Part 1<\/strong><\/a> &amp; <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-dr-amrita-stark-part-2-9-24-24\/\"><strong>Episode 31, Part 2<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Our guest Amrita Stark is a board certified community pediatrician&nbsp;at Child and Adolescent Clinic in Vancouver, Washington. Dr. Stark sees all ages: newborns to college students and has served&nbsp;families in Clark county and beyond for 10 years. She is passionate about health equity and inclusion, antiracism, reproductive health,&nbsp; LGTBQ+ health and supporting families and children from all walks of life. Her approach to patient-doctor&nbsp;communication is fascinating and inspirational. There was so much to learn from her we ended up with two episodes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:17% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"394\" height=\"486\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Dr.-Kelsey-Herman.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-908 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Dr.-Kelsey-Herman.webp 394w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Dr.-Kelsey-Herman-243x300.webp 243w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 394px) 100vw, 394px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-8-27-24-healing-steps\/\"><strong>Episode 29 &#8211; Our guest Dr. Kelsey Herman<\/strong><\/a> is the owner of Healing Steps and President of the non-profit entity, Healing Opportunities Foundation. She is a lifelong equestrian who enjoys riding, training, and rehabilitating rescue horses as well as educating people about horses. Dr. Herman&nbsp;blends her expertise in equine and occupational therapy to improve the lives of her patients. In this episode she explains what &#8220;occupational&#8221; therapy is and how it intersects seamlessly with mental health and physical therapies. She received her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from Pacific University in 2019 and is&nbsp;experienced in both pediatric and adult rehabilitation. A large part of her professional experience is in outpatient pediatrics with an emphasis in Sensory Processing Disorder, Autism, ADHD, and behavioral concerns.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"999\" height=\"1005\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Col.-Deb-Lewis.Bio-photouse-this-.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-878 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Col.-Deb-Lewis.Bio-photouse-this-.jpeg 999w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Col.-Deb-Lewis.Bio-photouse-this--298x300.jpeg 298w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Col.-Deb-Lewis.Bio-photouse-this--150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Col.-Deb-Lewis.Bio-photouse-this--768x773.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 999px) 100vw, 999px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-7-23-24-colonel-deb-lewis\/\"><strong>Episode 27 ~ Part 1<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-8-13-24-colonel-deb-lewis-part-2\/\"><strong>Episode 28 ~ Part 2<\/strong><\/a>  Our guest, Colonel Deb Lewis (USA Ret.), empowers thousands of women and their families with practical leadership and battle-tested strategies and tips to successfully navigate life\u2019s challenges. A trailblazer from West Point\u2019s first class with women, she served 30 years in the US Army and led a $2.1B construction command in combat. Colonel Deb is considered one of the world\u2019s foremost experts on mental toughness, dedicated to transforming negative forces that keep us from achieving more into powerful opportunities for positive change in our lives.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Hellegers_Desiree_1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-883 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Hellegers_Desiree_1.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Hellegers_Desiree_1-214x300.jpeg 214w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-6-25-24-desiree-hellegers-part-1\/\"><strong>Episode 25 &#8211; Part 1<\/strong><\/a> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-7-9-24-desiree-hellegers-part-2\/\">Episode 26 &#8211; Part 2<\/a> <\/strong>&#8211; Desiree Hellegers has taught at WSU Vancouver since 1993. Hellegers has a doctorate in English from the University of Washington and is a poet, essayist, director of the Collective for Social and Environmental Justice at WSU Vancouver, and of The Thin Green Line is People, a digital archive of the Pacific Northwest climate justice\/fossil fuel resistance movement. She is also a member\/producer with the Old Mole Variety Hour on KBOO Radio. She joins us to talk about her work and aspects of climate change, health equity, areas of local concern and militarism\u2019s impact on climate collapse.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-center\" style=\"grid-template-columns:18% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"680\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Jahnea-Lecouris.Photo-5-1024x680.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-863 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Jahnea-Lecouris.Photo-5-1024x680.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Jahnea-Lecouris.Photo-5-300x199.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Jahnea-Lecouris.Photo-5-768x510.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Jahnea-Lecouris.Photo-5.jpeg 1079w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-6-11-24-jahnea-lecouris\/\"><strong>Episode 24 ~<\/strong><\/a> Jahnea Lecouris is focused on second chances. Her own lived experience informs and empowers her ability to help others successfully and productively re-enter the community after a period of incarceration. She refers to this work as that of a &#8220;navigator.&#8221; Her mission is to act as a guide for her constituents, providing the tools, role modeling the mindset and offering resources for the support needed to transition into a life of restored freedom with a successful re-entry into society. She helps us understand both the barriers and the difficulties previously incarcerated people encounter upon release and how we, as a community, can impact their success.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Episodes 21 &amp; 23 (<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-dr-myra-rich-part-1-4-23-24\/\"><strong>Part 1 <\/strong><\/a><strong> and <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-dr-myra-rich-part-2-5-28-24\/\">Part 2<\/a>)<\/strong> <strong>~ <\/strong>Guest Myra Rich is a retired Associate Professor of History at the University of Colorado, Denver. She joined us to talk about the American women who relentlessly pursued women&#8217;s suffrage inspired by a desire to raise women&#8217;s status, safety, power and legal freedoms through legal equality, a struggle which continues today. Professor Rich sets the stage with the Seneca Falls Convention &#8211; the event that launched the movement &#8211; and reveals much of the seminal history of the movement and the incredible courage and sacrifices made by the women who participated. She helps us understand how white, African American and other ethnic and religious women became engaged in suffrage as well as other social movements of the time. She brings us on a journey through time that culminates with a probing examination of the challenging issues and concerns contemporary women face today and where to look for hope.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:17% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"595\" height=\"446\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Myra-Rich.Hiking-in-the-Colorados-with-hat.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-819 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Myra-Rich.Hiking-in-the-Colorados-with-hat.jpeg 595w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Myra-Rich.Hiking-in-the-Colorados-with-hat-300x225.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 595px) 100vw, 595px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Myra Rich on a recent hike in the Colorados. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:18% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Sarah-Desjarlais_headshot_2024.USE-THIS-683x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-862 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Sarah-Desjarlais_headshot_2024.USE-THIS-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Sarah-Desjarlais_headshot_2024.USE-THIS-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Sarah-Desjarlais_headshot_2024.USE-THIS-768x1151.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Sarah-Desjarlais_headshot_2024.USE-THIS-1025x1536.jpeg 1025w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Sarah-Desjarlais_headshot_2024.USE-THIS-1366x2048.jpeg 1366w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Sarah-Desjarlais_headshot_2024.USE-THIS-scaled.jpeg 1708w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-5-14-24-sarah-desjarlais\/\">Episode 22 ~<\/a><\/strong> Guest Sarah Desjarlais joins us to talk about her own experience raising her fostered and bio children and the changes in the foster care Washington state program. For those interested in looking into becoming a foster parent, this conversation is honest and real. If you are not ready to take that plunge, Sarah offers multiple ways for community members to participate in supporting children transitioning into and living in foster care. As the executive director of the non-profit Fosterful, she shares her passion for helping these resilient children and supporting their foster moms and dads along their journey. She talks about her organization&#8217;s programs and direct supports and how easy it is to become a volunteer in whatever timeframe someone is able to offer.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Episodes 19 &amp; 20 <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-3-26-24-kitty-norton-part-1\/\">Part 1 <\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-4-9-24-kitty-norton-part-2\/\">Part 2 <\/a><\/strong> ~ Guest Kitty Norton, the writer, director and producer of the 2023 award-winning documentary, <a href=\"https:\/www.winewomenanddementia.com\"><em>Wine, Women and Dementia<\/em>,<\/a> was the primary caretaker for the last six years of her mother&#8217;s 11 year decline with dementia. Her documentary of her experience continues to wow audiences on the international film festival circuit and at private and public showings throughout North America. Through the lens of 11 caregivers of family members living with dementia, the film shares a universal story of the trials families endure, the challenges of those who undertake this journey as well as recognition of some of the sweet memories and moments that still endure. Kitty expands our understanding of the personal side of dementia offering hope and support to all. This episode honors the courageous caregivers so beautifully highlighted in her documentary and it offers ways we can help those making this journey. Be prepared to laugh, but keep that handkerchief handy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:27% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"569\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/IMG_7340-1024x569.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-788 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/IMG_7340-1024x569.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/IMG_7340-300x167.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/IMG_7340-768x427.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/IMG_7340.jpeg 1170w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kitty Norton in front of her RV. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-3-12-24-author-rebecca-clarren\/\"><strong>Episode 18 &#8211; <\/strong> <strong>Guest Rebecca Clarren<\/strong><\/a> is an award-winning journalist and author who has been writing about the American West for over 20 years. Rebecca&#8217;s work has also appeared in publications such as <em>Mother Jones, Indian Country Today, <\/em>and<em> The Nation<\/em> and in late 2023 Penguin Random House released her intriguing new book.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:16% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/rebeccaclaren-500x500.Headshot.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-833 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/rebeccaclaren-500x500.Headshot.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/rebeccaclaren-500x500.Headshot-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/rebeccaclaren-500x500.Headshot-150x150.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rebecca-clarren.com\/the-cost-of-free-land\"><em>The<\/em> <em>Cost of Free Land: Jews, Lakota and an American Inheritance<\/em><\/a><em>, <\/em>Rebecca recounts the entangled histories of her immigrant ancestors and the Lakota of South Dakota. In the process she produces a revealing testament on the true cost of the settlement of the American West. Her book is much more than a compelling history lesson. Through her research and intentional examination of facts, actions, privilege, power and consequences, she invites each of us to measure our own distance from the actions and inactions of our ancestors. Rebecca answers three questions for herself and for us. <em>What are the stories we tell, what are the ones we don\u2019t, and why?<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-2-13-24-dr-carol-marquez-part-1\/\"><strong>Episode 16 &#8211; Part <\/strong>1<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-2-27-24-dr-carol-marquez-part-2\/\"><strong>Episode 17 &#8211; Part 2<\/strong> <\/a>~ Guest Dr. Carol Marquez is the Medical Director of Radiation Oncology of the Cancer Center in the South Bay at Stanford. She specializes in treating breast cancer patients and also serves as a Dean at Stanford. She has board certification in therapeutic radiology and completed fellowship training in the use of radioimmunotherapy and radiosensitizers. Prior to her move to Stanford, Dr. Marquez was affiliated with the Oregon Health Sciences University for 23 years and treated patients on both sides of the river.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:16% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"280\" height=\"280\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Carol-Marquez-M.D.-Radiation-Oncologist_Clinical-Professor-Stanford-SofMedicine-2023-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-747 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Carol-Marquez-M.D.-Radiation-Oncologist_Clinical-Professor-Stanford-SofMedicine-2023-1.jpeg 280w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Carol-Marquez-M.D.-Radiation-Oncologist_Clinical-Professor-Stanford-SofMedicine-2023-1-150x150.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 280px) 100vw, 280px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this hopeful two-part episode focused on treatment approaches and improved survival, Radiation Oncologist Dr. Carol Marquez quickly dispels any confusion about screening techniques, treatment options and genetics. Topics include advances in radiation, chemo, anti-nausea meds,  immunotherapies and promising research currently underway. With a Professor&#8217;s grace, she brilliantly converts complex information into accessible and meaningful health education.  Dr. Marquez informs, inspires, offers patients hope and, perhaps most importantly, allays our fears. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Episode 15<\/strong> ~ <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-1-23-24-dr-alison-huang\/\"><strong>Guest Alison R. Huang, PhD, MPH<\/strong>,<\/a> is a Senior Research Associate in the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Department of Epidemiology.&nbsp; She joins us to talk about her work in public health regarding hearing loss and cognitive function. Huang holds a PhD in Mental Health and a Master\u2019s in Public Health from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Anyone experiencing hearing loss will want to listen to this episode!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/headshot1-5-1-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-721 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/headshot1-5-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/headshot1-5-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/headshot1-5-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/headshot1-5-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/headshot1-5-1-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/headshot1-5-1-2048x2048.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Huang is trained in the epidemiology of aging and studies the impact of sensory loss on cognitive and mental health in older adults. In her role as a Core Faculty Member at the Cochlear Center for Hearing and Public Health,&nbsp; Huang oversees scientific analyses and development of manuscripts utilizing data from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.achievestudy.org\/\">Aging and Cognitive Health Evaluation in Elders (ACHIEVE)<\/a> randomized trial as well as the associated Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities Neurocognitive Study (ARIC-NCS).&nbsp; <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Episode 13 ~ <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-12-19-23-michelle-bart-part-1\/\"><strong>Guest Michelle Bart, Anti-Violence Advocate<\/strong><\/a><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-12-19-23-michelle-bart-part-1\/\"> (Part 1)<\/a>,<\/strong> and <strong>Episode 14 <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-1-9-24-michelle-bart-part-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(Part 2<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-1-9-24-michelle-bart-part-2\/\">)<\/a><\/strong> ~ Michelle Bart, the founder of the National Women&#8217;s Coalition Against Violence &amp; Exploitation (<a href=\"https:\/\/nwcave.org\">NW CAVE<\/a>), joins us to talk about her mission as an anti-violence activist in this two part interview, . If the continual violence against women, children and other vulnerable members of our community breaks your heart and makes you feel helpless? This empowering conversation will give you the guidance you need to take the next steps in your own anti-violence activism.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Michelle-Bart.image-2.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-699 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Michelle-Bart.image-2.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Michelle-Bart.image-2-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Michelle-Bart.image-2-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Michelle-Bart.image-2-768x768.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Michelle Bart dreams of a world without violence and has dedicated her life to pursuing that dream. She believes our society has the power &#8211; if we are willing to use it &#8211; to bring domestic violence, human trafficking, bullying, abuse of children, hate crimes and other forms of exploitation and violence <em>to an end<\/em>. Bad things can happen to anyone, but Michelle cautions us not to allow ourselves to normalize violence. Safe communities are created by the people who live in and want them. Listen in if you are tired of being a bystander and want to be part of the solution.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Episode 12 ~<\/strong> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-12-12-23-the-pharmacists\/\">Guests Kelsey Wallace and Julie Greco<\/a><\/strong> ~  Mistakes happen, but according to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amcp.org\/about\/managed-care-pharmacy-101\/concepts-managed-care-pharmacy\/medication-errors\">AMCP.org<\/a>, medication errors are among the most common in medicine and harm at least 1.5 million people every year. Pharmacists Wallace and Greco join us to talk about how to improve patient safety in the doctor&#8217;s office and at the pharmacy counter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:18% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"470\" height=\"394\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Julie-Greco-and-Kelsey-Wallace.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-757 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Julie-Greco-and-Kelsey-Wallace.jpg 470w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Julie-Greco-and-Kelsey-Wallace-300x251.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 470px) 100vw, 470px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both Greco and Wallace offer thoughtful perspectives and valuable guidance on best practices for anyone  taking prescription or over-the-counter medicines. Their mission? To help patients better understand the  process and what is within their control to ensure  effective meds management and better health outcomes. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Episode 11<\/strong> ~ <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-11-21-23-the-vancouver-midwives\/\"><strong>Guests<\/strong> <strong>Mila Jenkins, Naomia O&#8217;Callahan and Serenity Quiggle<\/strong><\/a> ~ Learn how Midwifery in the United States is Saving Lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:22% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Vancouver-Comm.Midwives.Mila-Jenkins-Naomi-OCallahan-and-Serenity-Quiggle-1024x682.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-430 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">THE VANCOUVER MIDWIVES ~ Midwives are traditionally in attendance during labor and delivery in Asia, Africa and Europe, but in the United States there are many misconceptions about their role. Our guests, Mila Jenkins, Naomi O&#8217;Callahan and Serenity Quiggle (L to R), practice midwifery at <a href=\"https:\/\/vancouvercommunitymidwives.com\/\">Vancouver Community Midwives<\/a>. They help us demystify their work and understand  the data  that confirm the attendance of Midwives and Doulas significantly reduces both maternal and infant deaths, particularly for women of color. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Episode 10 <\/strong>~ <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-11-7-23-dr-loretta-shields\/\"><strong>Guest Dr. Loretta Shields, the Relationship Coach<\/strong><\/a> ~ What are we doing that makes it so difficult as women to be in healthy and fulfilling relationships? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"878\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Dr.-Loretta-Shields-Pastoral-Relationship-Coach-e1699488071711-878x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-553 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Dr.-Loretta-Shields-Pastoral-Relationship-Coach-e1699488071711-878x1024.jpeg 878w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Dr.-Loretta-Shields-Pastoral-Relationship-Coach-e1699488071711-257x300.jpeg 257w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Dr.-Loretta-Shields-Pastoral-Relationship-Coach-e1699488071711-768x896.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Dr.-Loretta-Shields-Pastoral-Relationship-Coach-e1699488071711-1316x1536.jpeg 1316w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Dr.-Loretta-Shields-Pastoral-Relationship-Coach-e1699488071711.jpeg 1331w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 878px) 100vw, 878px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We women love hard. It&#8217;s what keeps us going, but it can make us heart, soul and body sick too. It can be the right partner and still feel wrong, so how do we make it right? If you have questions like these, we promise our guest, <a href=\"https:\/\/drlorettashields.com\/\">Dr. Loretta Shields<\/a>, has some answers. With a Doctor of Philosophy degree in public health, she is an expert in how &#8220;relationship health&#8221; affects physical and mental health. She also has a Doctor of Ministry degree in pastoral counseling. Her  approach provides tools and techniques to help people become their best selves <em>in their relationships<\/em>. She doesn&#8217;t just &#8220;get&#8221; us. She knows how to help. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Episode 9 ~ <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-10-24-23-susan-stearns\/\">Guest Susan Stearns of Pink Lemonade Project<\/a> ~ <\/strong>Recommendations for breast cancer screening have changed driving better diagnostics and customized treatments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"350\" height=\"434\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Susan-Stearns_2023.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-552 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Susan-Stearns_2023.jpg 350w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Susan-Stearns_2023-242x300.jpg 242w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">October is breast cancer awareness month. Susan Stearns, Chief Executive Officer of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinklemonadeproject.org\/ways-we-can-help-2\/\">Pink Lemonade Project<\/a>, joins us to talk about breast cancer screening, diagnosis, treatment and the&nbsp;support that is available in our community for survivors and their families.  Stearn encourages us to &#8220;know what&#8217;s normal&#8221; and talks about new data regarding &#8220;patient age&#8221; at occurrence, the disparities that exist in care for women of color, genetic&nbsp;risk and much, much more. This show is for the women <em>and<\/em>&nbsp;men who will develop breast cancer and the people who love them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Episode 7<\/strong> ~ <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-9-26-23-gored-for-women-part-1\/\">Go Red for Women, Part 1 with <strong>Guests Lilian Tsi Stielstra and Tia B. Coachman<\/strong><\/a><\/strong> ~<strong> <\/strong>Although heart attacks are the leading cause of death in women and strokes come in third, women just aren&#8217;t listening.  <strong>Episode 8 <em>~ <\/em><\/strong> Our conversation continues in <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-10-10-23-gored-for-women-part-2\/\"><strong> Part 2 with Guests Lilian Tsi Stielstra and Tia B. Coachman.<\/strong><\/a>  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:17% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Tia-and-Lilian-AHA-Go-Red-for-Women-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-647 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Tia-and-Lilian-AHA-Go-Red-for-Women-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Tia-and-Lilian-AHA-Go-Red-for-Women-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Tia-and-Lilian-AHA-Go-Red-for-Women-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Tia-and-Lilian-AHA-Go-Red-for-Women-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Tia-and-Lilian-AHA-Go-Red-for-Women.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Heart attacks and strokes are the first and third causes of female deaths. A large number of these deaths could have been prevented, yet health officials say women are not listening. Our guests are Ambassadors for the AHA&#8217;s GoRed for Women heart health campaign. Each has a compelling story to tell.  Each of these episodes provides critical information all women need to know. Our families love and depend on us. Why not learn a few simple steps we can take to manage our risk and better care  for ourselves? If you can&#8217;t do it for you, do it as a role model for the young women coming up. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Episode 6<\/strong> ~ Guest <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-9-12-23-phuong-tran\/\">Phuong Tran, Specialty Coffee Consultant &amp; Proprietor of the Lava Java Cafe<\/a><\/strong>. If you love coffee or have dreamed of owning your <em>own<\/em> cafe or business, this show is for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Phuong-Tran.at-the-Mic-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-519 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Phuong-Tran.at-the-Mic-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Phuong-Tran.at-the-Mic-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Phuong-Tran.at-the-Mic-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Phuong-Tran.at-the-Mic-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Phuong-Tran.at-the-Mic.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hidden just off the I-5 freeway in the small town of Ridgefield, Washington, you will discover absolutely delicious coffee at the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lava-java.com\/\">Lava Java Cafe<\/a> and meet the charming and talented owner, Phuong Tran. The winner of the 2005 U.S. Barista Championship, she went on to place seventh in the <em>World<\/em>.  A renowned specialty coffee consultant &#8211; although she confesses she enjoys tea as well &#8211; her <em>overriding<\/em> passion will always be coffee.  Phuong shares her story of dreamer to entrepreneur with a rare openness and authenticity all will appreciate. <em>Caution: This episode may cause side effects that include an intense desire to quit your job. <\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Episode 5 ~ <\/strong> Guest <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-8-22-23-laura-fleszar\/\">Laura Fleszar<\/a>,<\/strong> is the lead author of an IMHE University of Washington study&nbsp;published by&nbsp;JAMA&nbsp; that disclosed that motherhood in the United States has become more dangerous than it was 20 years ago.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"225\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Laura-Fleszar.LinkedIn.2023-e1690256107728.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-427 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Laura-Fleszar.LinkedIn.2023-e1690256107728.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Laura-Fleszar.LinkedIn.2023-e1690256107728-150x150.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Laura Fleszar, a Researcher at the globally renowned Institute for Health Metrics &amp; Evaluation (IMHE) at the University of Washington, is the lead author of the comprehensive national Maternal Mortality Study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) in July 2023. Ms. Fleszar shares what her research disclosed nationally with some specifics &nbsp;for Washington and&nbsp; Oregon. This study revealed a crisis in maternal mortality rates in the United States, how poorly we compared to other high income countries and  the shocking news that deaths <em>in every single state in America are increasing. <\/em>For more info on this study, go to IMHE&#8217;s website, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthdata.org\/\">https:\/\/www.healthdata.org\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Episode 3<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/womens-mosaic-7-25-23-rebecca-rodriguez-part-i\/\"><strong>Part 1 with Guest Filmmaker\/Director Rebecca Rodriguez<\/strong><\/a> &#8211; This episode details the experiences of our guest in the film industry and examines the process of finding and claiming your passion.  <strong>Episode 4 <\/strong>&#8211; <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-8-8-23-rebecca-rodriguez-part-ii\/\">Part 2 with Inventor, Animal Advocate &amp; Activist<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-8-8-23-rebecca-rodriguez-part-ii\/\">Rebecca Rodriguez.<\/a> <\/strong> This local dynamic filmmaker and director continues to surprise us as she shares her experience and views on women who dare to dream, invent, rescue animals and fight to overcome hate in our communities.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"872\" height=\"872\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Reb-Rodriguez.Director-Inventor-Animal-Rescue.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-426 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Reb-Rodriguez.Director-Inventor-Animal-Rescue.jpeg 872w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Reb-Rodriguez.Director-Inventor-Animal-Rescue-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Reb-Rodriguez.Director-Inventor-Animal-Rescue-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Reb-Rodriguez.Director-Inventor-Animal-Rescue-768x768.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 872px) 100vw, 872px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is nothing &#8220;traditional&#8221; about the life and work of filmmaker and director Rebecca Rodriguez. In this first segment she talks about the opportunities and challenges independent filmmakers face working in Washington, and what it&#8217;s like to be a film director in Clark County. In addition to independent filmmaking, her passions include inventing, social activism and animal rescue advocacy, which are featured in Part 2! For more info, visit her website, <a href=\"http:\/\/rebroad.com\/?fbclid=IwAR3fb5jbSXMpL-lBNnbiABY3aRg50sud1uiwtyM9SnFEhmvNuzFCeiLNJ_M\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">rebroad.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Episode 1<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-5-24-23-part-1-dr-damilola-olupona\/\"><strong>Part 1 with Guest Dr. Damilola Olupona<\/strong><\/a> and <strong>Episode 2<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/kxrw.fm\/the-womens-mosaic-6-27-23-part-2-dr-damilola-olupona\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>P<\/strong><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/xray.fm\/broadcasts\/52197\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>art 2 with Dr. Damilola Olupona<\/strong><\/a>. A beloved family physician who practices at Kaiser Permanente shares important information regarding women, girls and their health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"210\" height=\"199\" src=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/348281141_207188278782339_8481802798491618562_n.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-395 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this two-part episode, Women\u2019s Mosaic Co-hosts Karen Morrison and Elizabeth Madrigal have a candid conversation about the health and care of women and girls with their guest, Dr. Damilola Olupona. The doctor shares her expertise on patient self advocacy, vaccination, the special needs of adolescent girls, effective doctor\/patient communications,  maternal care and other important aspects of providing healthcare for women and girls. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"docs-internal-guid-010ca151-7fff-5789-0475-4f84db825a42\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is The Women&#8217;s Mosaic About?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Women&#8217;s Mosaic is a radio show focused on women&#8217;s issues and broadcast by KXRW FM 99.9, an independent radio station in Vancouver, Washington and a sister station, XRAY.fm in Portland, Oregon. Our show is broadly focused on advocating for and finding ways to improve the status, health and wellbeing of women and girls and empower them during all stages of life. Co-hosts Karen Morrison, Senior ED of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.odysseyworld.org\">Odyssey World International Education Services<\/a>,<\/strong> and Elizabeth Madrigal, ED of <a href=\"https:\/\/thegracecontinuum.org\"><strong>The Grace Continuum<\/strong><\/a>, explore the real life experiences of women here in our Vancouver\/Portland Metro region and other guests with a strong local connection or important information and viewpoints to share.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a style both conversational and story rich, Morrison and Madrigal joyfully bring new voices and unique perspectives to the mic, keeping their guests the program highlight. Show topics address the status of women socially and economically and examine subjects like gender stereotyping, inter-generational poverty, relationships, power dynamics, domestic violence, climate change, social and racial justice, leadership, misogyny, volunteerism, child care, work\/life balance, mental and physical health access, finance bias, volunteerism, entrepreneurism and business ownership.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Co-hosts and guests  offer insights, education, resources, takeaways and inspiration. When some tree-shaking occurs, it will be as advocacy for the support and empowerment of the civic, professional and personal lives of our women and protection of our health, bodies, civil rights and lives. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choose when and how you listen!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Join our email list!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you would like to be notified when new episodes broadcast, send an email to: <a href=\"mailto:wmosaic2023@gmail.com\"><strong>wmosaic2023@gmail.com<\/strong><\/a> with the word &#8220;SUBSCRIBE&#8221; in the subject line or body and we&#8217;ll add you to our distribution list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you need to contact us, our show email is&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:wmosaic2023@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">wmosaic2023@gmail.com<\/a><\/strong>. To contact our co-hosts directly, email to <a href=\"mailto:elizabeth.madrigal@kxrw.fm\"><strong>elizabeth.madrigal@kxrw.fm,<\/strong><\/a> and <strong><a href=\"mailto:karen.morrison@kxrw.fm\">karen.morrison@kxrw.fm<\/a>.<\/strong> &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ownership<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Women&#8217;s Mosaic is a partnership between Odyssey World International Education Services  and The Grace Continuum. The Women&#8217;s Mosaic Radio Show and Podcast is co-hosted by Karen Morrison, executive director of Odyssey World, and Elizabeth Madrigal, executive director of the Grace Continuum.  It is broadcast by our host station KXRW.fm Vancouver (WA) and by XRAY.fm Portland (OR).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Purpose<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The broad purpose of the Women&#8217;s Mosaic is to expand public advocacy that improves the lives of women and girls. We seek to advance gender equity, female empowerment&nbsp; and support the full social, economic, educational, physical and political development of women. Our primary goal is to improve overall wellbeing and the mental and physical health of women to decrease stress, illness and disease and increase joy, autonomy and improved quality of life. Our programming is intended to advocate for women and girls in all areas where inequality and injustice exist, increase public awareness, protect women, offer information and provide resources to help achieve these goals.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Women&#8217;s Mosaic Code of Conduct<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Be Kind&#8230; <em>by any means necessary<\/em> and Honor Your Power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover Independent Voices at KXRW 99.9 fm Radio! 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