EPISODE · Aug 18, 2025 · 26 MIN
This Portlander Went Viral for Kicking a Rock
from City Cast Portland · host City Cast
Portland thrift store owner Owen Gail recently went viral for his ongoing adventures — kicking a rock through the city in hopes of smoothing off the hard edges and turning it into a sphere. His fun and quirky efforts have drawn attention from all over the world as the rock has gotten more round, while Oregonian readers recently crowned his shop, Shirtzenpantz, the best thrift store in town. Today on City Cast Portland, we’re talking with Owen about his rock Christosphere and all their escapades so far. Discussed in Today's Episode: Rock-Kicking Adventures In-Store Poem Promotion Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here. Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at [email protected], or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram. Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 18th episode: Montavilla Jazz PaintCare Oregon Health Authority Visit Walla Walla Oregon Coast Visitor Association - Use code 50off for 50% off
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Portland thrift store owner Owen Gail recently went viral for his ongoing adventures — kicking a rock through the city in hopes of smoothing off the hard edges and turning it into a sphere. His fun and quirky efforts have drawn attention from all over the world as the rock has gotten more round, while Oregonian readers recently crowned his shop, Shirtzenpantz, the best thrift store in town. Today on City Cast Portland, we’re talking with Owen about his rock Christosphere and all their escapades so far. Discussed in Today's Episode: Rock-Kicking Adventures In-Store Poem Promotion Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here. Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at [email protected], or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram. Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 18th episode: Montavilla Jazz PaintCare Oregon Health Authority Visit Walla Walla Oregon Coast Visitor Association - Use code 50off for 50% off
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