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The Outspoken Cyclist – 05/25/2013

Greg Priddy — Sat, 25 May 2013 22:30:32 +0000

Inspired by the fund-raising success of the Pan-Mass Challenge, local cyclist and philanthropist Stewart Kohl is organizing a similar ride in Ohio. This new ride, called VeloSano, will launch in July 2014 from the Cleveland Clinic campus in mid-town Cleveland. You’ll be hearing more about VeloSano in the coming months, but you can get all the details today on The Outspoken Cyclist.

After the news and a break, Diane settles in with author Bruce Barcott, who has just written an article about helmets for Bicycling magazine that has cyclists everywhere wondering, “is this foam hat really protecting me?” Bruce gives us a history lesson on helmet standards, and a peek at new technologies entering the market. Warning geek-out ahead!

Tune into “Many a Watchful Night” on Memorial Day

Howard Regal — Fri, 24 May 2013 20:26:11 +0000

Tune into “Many a Watchful Night” this Memorial Day at 12:30pm to hear a radio dramatization of the Normandy Invasion and the events leading up to the Allied Victory during World War II.

All of us at WJCU wish you a happy, and safe, Memorial Day Weekend. And thank you to all military men and women past & present for protecting our freedoms and liberties.

Biblio Radio–5/23/13

Howard Regal — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:21:36 +0000

On this edition of Biblio Radio:

Heights Knowledge & Innovation Center Grand Opening.

The Outspoken Cyclist – 05/18/2013

Greg Priddy — Sat, 18 May 2013 22:30:24 +0000

He eschews clipless pedals, he thinks handlebars should be level with the saddle, and he’s convinced that steel is the “realest” material you could use in building a bike frame. Some would call him a retro-grouch, but he’s actually Grant Petersen, the very friendly owner of Rivendell Bicycle Works. On this week’s Outspoken Cyclist, we’re treated to a conversation between Grant and Diane on a wide range of topics, including bicycles!

She served in the Peace Corps in Africa, and didn’t want to return to the U.S. right away after her assignment was complete. So she decided to tour southern Africa by bicycle, and ended up writing a book about her experience. She is Heather Andersen, veteran cycle-tourist and author of the book I Never Intended to Be Brave: A Woman’s Bicycle Journey through Southern Africa. Heather is our guest in the second half of this week’s show.

Biblio Radio–5/17/13

Howard Regal — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:28:54 +0000

On this edition of Biblio Radio: A Letter to Your Future Self;
Ibero-American Film Festival;
Third Tuesday Book Club;
Cleveland Historic Treasures: Lee Road History and Walking Tour.

James McCartney Interview

Howard Regal — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:51:03 +0000

WJCU’s Karoline Kramer-Gould sat down with James McCartney Saturday, May 11th, prior to his show in Cleveland at the Beachland Ballroom.

A Heights Interview with Seth Glier

Howard Regal — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:50:37 +0000

Karoline Kramer-Gould conducts an in-studio interview with Seth Glier.

Soul Elixir’s DJ El-Prez spinning in Akron Friday

Howard Regal — Mon, 13 May 2013 16:37:38 +0000

DJ El-Prez from Soul Elixir will be spinning with The Admirables & The Si Si Three at Musica in Akron. Musica is located at 51 E. Market Street in Akron.

Remember to tune into DJ El-Prez and Soul Elixir each Tuesday evening from 6:00pm-8:00pm, only on WJCU.

ChamberFest Cleveland Returns for Second Season

hmeinen — Mon, 13 May 2013 10:00:52 +0000

ChamberFest Cleveland will return in June for a second season, titled It’s About Time, focusing on the relation between music and time.

The Outspoken Cyclist – 05/11/2013

Greg Priddy — Sat, 11 May 2013 22:30:54 +0000

Mother’s Day, CycloFemme and TOSRV are all happening this weekend, so you have no excuse for moping about the house. Also, no excuse for moping: this week’s fully loaded edition of The Outspoken Cyclist.

The well-worn meme in cycling is that Amsterdam is one of the most bicycle-centric cities in the world. And while that’s true, it goes much deeper than that. Pete Jordan went to Amsterdam to visit and was so impressed that he took up residence and wrote a book about the place. In the City of Bikes: The Story of the Amsterdam Cyclist is a deeply-researched work about Amsterdam’s long history with the bicycle, and the unique way people there relate to riding. Diane caught up with Pete during his book tour in the U.S.

Last year about this time, we told you about the National Bike Challenge, sponsored by Kimberly-Clark and Endomondo. The 2012 NBC was a huge success, and it’s back again this year, with even bigger goals and prizes. Rob Gusky, Kimberly-Clark’s cycling ambassador is on the show today to give us all the details. The 2013 Challenge started May 1st, now is the time to sign up and start logging your miles.

Finally, we welcome back someone who has really put his pedals where his mouth is, in terms of cycling advocacy in the U.S. government. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood has championed cycling throughout his career in public service, especially during the past four years in the Obama administration. Mr. LaHood will be stepping down from that post in the near future, and we take this opportunity to say thanks, and get his take on what’s been accomplished, and what may be coming for bicycling infrastructure and programs.