Lois Richter’s format for That’s Life is mostly interviews. Recurring topics include Davis activities and groups; work and life choices; philosophy and theory; plus birding, cooking, art, and other passions. Lois occasionally breaks into music -- from ballads to the slack key sounds of Hawaii to golden oldies rock 'n' roll -- but mostly we just talk.
If you want to suggest a topic for discussion or a person to interview, text Lois or leave a message in the comments here.
Lois seldom (but occasionally) updates her personal website. Check it out at: https://gotouring.com/

That's Life Is on HaitusSun, 03/12/2023 - 4:00am | Lois Richter
In January, three shows about JAZZ played while Lois was out of town. On 8 February 2023, Lois had a heart attack and is doing fine. (Got one stent and lots of medication. Now there's just a little less energy than before.) But Lois has not created any new shows for a while. So the three interviews with Don Shor (re Jazz) ran again in February. Various re-runs happened in March -- not sure what ones ran which days. Lois hopes to resume producing new shows in May 2023. But until then, would appreciate assistance in preparing some of her older show for playing now. If you would like to help, please phone Lois (if you have her #) or write to her at: kdrt.thatslife@gmail.com to offer assistance with that prep work. Thanks for supporting KDRT. |
That's Life with Ann RanlettThu, 02/09/2023 - 11:00am | Lois RichterAnn Ranlett is an artist. A SCRATCHBOARD artist. What's that, you say? Listen to today's show and find out! Lois found Ann while researching a 'drawing' to be donated to the Friends of Art for their auction at the Yolo County Fair. (Anyone know a local artist named "H. Friend" who was been making things in 1972?) Once Lois figuring out this was not a drawing, but actually a scratchboard; she tried to find a gathering place of such folks to see if anyone know more about artist Friend. Although she did find such a group, alas, no one knew that artist. |
That's 50 Years of Birding!Thu, 01/19/2023 - 11:00am | Lois Richter
Former Davisite and long-time friend, Elizabeth Gould has been birding for 50 years. Today she shares her experiences -- where she went, what she saw, and how it felt to be there. Lots of info and interesting chatter today. And if you want to SEE what these birds look like, keep an eye on BirdingWithLois.global and check out Elizabeth's appearance there in about March 2023. |
That's Life and Anne MurrayThu, 11/24/2022 - 11:00am | Lois Richter
Today on "That's Life" we're celebrating singer Anne Murray with ballads off her CD "The Best So Far" -- from EMI Music (Canada) and EMI Records (NY), 1997. |
That's Life for FitDebThu, 11/10/2022 - 11:00am | Lois RichterYou might see a little vw bug around town with "FitDeb" plates. That's her! FitDeb is Debbie Eernisse, who is known by her many students in Davis for helping us get and stay healthier. Her exercise class -- Fit For Life -- was in the Senior Center for many years and is now online (using zoom). She also does "Gentle Yoga" and "Stretch" weekly and also does one-to-one consult to help those who want a personalized fitness plan. More details at: FitDebTraining.com One busy lady! In her personal time, she trains for and entered challenges in many fitness areas -- rowing, crewing, Iron Man competition, and others. We talked mostly about seniors getting better and staying fit into old age. Do youknow what an occupational therapist does? By the end of this show, you will. Have fun listening and then GET MOVING! |
That's Life with David SaundersThu, 10/27/2022 - 11:00am | Lois Richter
An international advocate for climate change solutions, David Saunders mostly talks about his life and passion. But the hour begins with a history of Bristol -- a city on the east coast of England -- which is creating an ocean barrier with electricity generating tubes. (David explains how all that works.) There is also a description of the political entities in the British Isles. (Here's a diagram to show you the complexities.) And that doesn't even get into the ever-changing gerrymandered "county" boundaries! You can hear more from David on his channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/ZeroCarbonBristol |
That's Life at the Davis EnterpriseThu, 10/13/2022 - 11:00am | Lois RichterThat's Life at the Davis Enterprise -- as told by Editor Sebastian Oñate |
That's Life for an Unknown Soldier and WW1Thu, 09/22/2022 - 11:00am | Lois RichterThe Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is now 100 years old. Noted historian and retired Archivist in Yolo County, Mel Russell has created an exhibition detailing how that monument was created and also telling the story of "our boys" (soldiers from Yolo County) in World War One. The exhibit will have an opening on Friday, 7 October 2022, with a brief outdoor ceremony honoring ALL veterans and then a tour of the exhibit, which is inside the County Admin (Erwin Meier) Building next to the old Courthouse. The next day, 8 October, is Woodland's "Stroll Through History" and the exhibit will be open with Mel leading tours at 10, 11, 12, and 1. There will be docents there on Veteran's Day, Friday, 11/11/22, from 10:00am thru 2:00pm. |
That's Life with Sunset Rotary of DavisThu, 09/15/2022 - 11:00am | Lois RichterThe Sunset Rotary of Davis is a chapter of Rotary International -- one of three in town -- and a service organization which includes both men and women. As the current president, Peggy Stein, says "Rotary is for everyone." Peggy talks about the many service projects Sunset Rotary of Davis takes on, both locally and internationally. One current project is helping Capay Valley Health expand in the northwest corner of the county. |
That's Life with MOSQUITOES !!Thu, 09/08/2022 - 11:00am | Lois RichterFind out about Mosquitoes, how our regional district helps keep us safe, and what you can do to aid the cause. HINT: It's not having standing water on your property without also having mosquito fish to gobble down the mosquito larva. More info at -- www.FightTheBite.net
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Comments
I love listening to your Hawaiian music choices and your comments on Hawaii when you play Hawaiian music. :-)
-- Arielle
I forgot about all this great music...thanks for reminding me.
Great show! Never knew so much about green building...great guest. [Casa Verde]
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