Think you’re the only one feeling on edge lately? Think again. The Bulletin of Atomic Scientists, reset the Nuclear Doomsday clock to 2 and a half minutes to midnightโ the closest its been in 64 years. Not since the start of the Nuclear Arms Race between America and Russia, 64 years ago in 1953 has the minutes sat so close to proclaimed “doom.”
Magdalena Bokowa
Freelancer at the Source Weekly
Bend’s Bangers & Brews is 24 on Yelp’s list of Places to Eat 2017
Next time you’ve got a hankering for sausageโ wild boar, elk or even reindeer, Bangers & Brews have got you covered. Sniffing out a tasty treat, even the folks over at Yelp have recognized that this delicious establishment is one to watch out for, and dine at for 2017. Recently, Yelp named it #24 in […]
Low-Carb, High-Fat: Nina Teicholz on Why you Should Eat Butter, Meat, & Cheese
Welcome to Amy Alkon’s HumanLab: The Science Between Us, a weekly show with the luminaries of behavioral science. *This show won Third Place for best documentary radio in the June 26, 2015, Southern California Journalism awards, beating finalists from NPR powerhouse KCRW. Saturated fat is your friend. Really. It turns out everything we’ve been told about eating fat is […]
Rider’s Luck
Central Oregonians are familiar with this reoccurring scene: accumulated snowfall, slippery ice, wet slush and water wreaking havoc on our streets. Many gripe, shovel and then get on with their day, navigating to their office or classroom via car or on foot. But what if that wasn’t an option, and you were trapped? For weeks? […]
Gung Ho for Shows 1/25-2/1
Book these shows now so you don’t miss out. February 6 Ace Frehley of Kiss CLASSIC ROCK— A founding member of the iconic and revered hard rock band Kiss, Ace Frehley, plays a solo show, stripped from the face paint. A classic rock legend in the music scene since the early ’70s, Frehley has probably […]
Picking with Friends
Shattering the traditional notion of bluegrass while still honoring its traditions, Cascade Crescendo embraces high energy and brings an outstanding show to the Volcanic on Jan. 29. “We love it when crowds are up dancing and having a good time,” says lead vocalist Hunter White. “We try and keep things upbeat.” Formed in 2013, the […]
Dr. Joyce Benenson: How the evolution of male warriors/female worriers drives us
Welcome to Amy Alkon’s HumanLab: The Science Between Us, a weekly show with the luminaries of behavioral science. This week’s show explains why advice to “lean in” is totally unrealistic and other ways evolved male/female sex differences shape who we are. My guest this week is psychology professor Dr. Joyce Benenson, discussing her fantastic new book, “Warriors […]
Sipping Your Way to Better Autoimmune Health
In Honor of Winter Wellness and Fitness Week, Here’s to Sipping Your Way to Better Autoimmune Health At a glance, bone broth may not sound very alluring—but this understated staple is both delightfully flavorful and extremely nutritious. Used for centuries, bone broth can be made from the bones of almost any vertebrate, from beef to […]
Sex, Drugs, Rock n’ Roll…& Smoothies?
The world of sex, drugs and rock 'n roll hardly conjures up the image of healthy habits. Late nights, long travel days and copious amounts of stress lead many to go down comfort food alley. And that’s not to mention the many venues showing their appreciation by showering artists with ample treats—often in free-flowing liquor […]
WARNINGโCity Wants You to Prepare for the Big Melt
With the snow pack sitting at 50 inches and warmer temperatures set to hit the region, the City of Bend is warning of the “Big Melt.”

