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EPISODE · May 5, 2026 · 25 MIN

Why Kenton’s Got That ‘Old Portland’ Vibe

from City Cast Portland · host City Cast

Today we’re continuing our series where we talk with Portlanders about the good, bad, and ugly of where they live, with a visit to North Portland’s Kenton neighborhood. Kenton resident Dave Blanchard (and NPR “Wild Card” podcast supervising editor) thinks is like taking a time machine to the Portland of 20 years ago. This episode originally aired on November 25, 2024 Discussed in today’s episode: North Portland Tool Library Portland International Raceway Columbia Slough Trail Posies Cafe Speck’s Records Mock Crest Tavern Kenton Club Kenton Station Fino Bistro & Pizza Tiny Bubble Room 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 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 May 5th episode: League of Women's Voters D'Amore Law

Today we’re continuing our series where we talk with Portlanders about the good, bad, and ugly of where they live, with a visit to North Portland’s Kenton neighborhood. Kenton resident Dave Blanchard (and NPR “Wild Card” podcast supervising editor) thinks is like taking a time machine to the Portland of 20 years ago. This episode originally aired on November 25, 2024 Discussed in today’s episode: North Portland Tool Library Portland International Raceway Columbia Slough Trail Posies Cafe Speck’s Records Mock Crest Tavern Kenton Club Kenton Station Fino Bistro & Pizza Tiny Bubble Room 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 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 May 5th episode: League of Women's Voters D'Amore Law

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