The Concerned Ecumenical Ministry continues to keep West Side
senior citizens involved in the community and up-to-date with a web-based podcast on controversial
environmental and health topics.
“On the Road Again” an online podcast hosted by Joni Russ, is
celebrating it’s fifth year on the air, said Russ, the Concerned Ecumenical
Ministry activity coordinator.
The show, often posted at 7 p.m. during weekdays, has featured
over 50 senior citizens ranging in ages from 60 to 90, Russ said. The podcast
can be found at http://www.thinktwiceradio.com/joni-russ/joni-russ.html.
The podcast, which is privately funded, features topics
including, but not limited to global warming, factory farms, puppy mills and
veganism, Russ said.
“I’m trying to create an awareness about food issues to help the
seniors. Quality of life matters, and our job is to improve their quality of
life and give them as much information about nutrition as we can and to teach
them how to improve their eating habits,” Russ said. By Elaundress Ballard and Christie Jok