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John Erickson speaks with Capitol Steps Founding Member Elaina Newport. Capitol Steps in Portland March 18 at Revolution Hall.
Episodes
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Bruce and John announce retirement, December 10 2019
Here's a recording of the live announcement that Bruce Murdock and John Erickson are hanging' em up.
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Secrets to a happy workplace
The internal culture of a workplace can be the defining difference in success or failure. Leadership coach Shawn Murphy has written "Work Tribes," and he's interviewed by John Erickson.
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Poverty in Multnomah County
A new report says a large percentage of Multnomah County residents don't earn enough money to meet their basic needs. We hear from local experts including Peggy Samolinski, Director, Youth and Family Services; Emily S. Ryan, Chair, Multnomah County Commission for Economic Dignity, and members of...
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What's up with Christmas trees
Oregon Christmas tree prices are up because the number of trees being grown is down. Chal Landgren, a Christmas Tree specialist at Oregon State University, explains the factors in play to iHeart Radio's Brad Ford.
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John Erickson interviews Suzanne Falter
With the hectic holiday season underway, we hear expert advice on maintaining one's health and sanity from Suzanne Falter, author of the new book The Extremely Busy Woman's Guide to Self-Care.
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I-5 bridge project gets new life
As we near the end of the year, one significant development in the Portland area is the beginning of the revival of the Interstate Bridge Project. We hear a good explanation of what's happening from two of ODOT's top executives. Assistant Director Travis Brouwer and Government Relations Manager...
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With the signup deadline imminent, some Medicare help here
With Medicare open enrollment soon to close, we interview Lisa Emerson from the Oregon Health Insurance Marketplace about the options, and about the many ways consumers can get information
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Higher car fees for a new Burnside Bridge
The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners will take the next step this week toward passing an ordinance that would almost triple the county’s vehicle registration fees in order to make Portland’s Burnside Bridge earthquake ready. .We hear comments from Multnomah County Chair Deborah Kafoury,...
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So much beauty for such a good cause..the Festival of Trees
The 37th annual Safeway Providence Festival of Trees begins soon, raising funds for the many services that Providence provides for children with special needs. We interview Executive Director for Children’s Developmental Health, Joann Vance, and Regional Director for Foundation Communications and...
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Generations find something in common at Bridge Meadows
We learn about Bridge Meadows, a nonprofit that provides affordable housing communities where they pair foster children, and families, and elders together for the benefit of everyone. Executive Director Derenda Shubert explains.
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From the Apollo space program to the Oregon Wine Country
Wine Country Thanksgiving is an annual event in the Willamette Valley, and this week we interview winemaker Don Hagge of Vidon Winery on Chehalem mountain, who talks about his natural approach to wine-growing, as well as his background as a NASA physicist on the Apollo moon program.
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Street art mural graces Portland airport tunnel
Through a partnership between the Port of Portland and Portland Street Art Alliance, local artists created a mural in the north pedestrian tunnel at PDX that celebrates the people, history and natural wonders of the Pacific Northwest. We hear from Alliance Executive Director Tiffany Conklin, and...
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Making college possible
We learn about the nonprofit organization College Possible Oregon, which helps students from challenging backgrounds to achieve acceptance and success in college through a program of mentorship and support, from Executive Director Julie Mancini.
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Invite the Snuggle Express to your workplace!
The Oregon Humane Society's Laura Klink drops by with a carload of puppies and kittens which are available for office visits during the holiday season as part of the "Snuggle Express"...which raises funds for the organization while instantly improving office morale.
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It's Singing Christmas Tree time!
Portland's Singing Christmas Tree swings into its new season soon with 9 live performances designed to entertain and inspire. We interview CEO and Director Wes Walterman along with Executive Producer Greg Tamblyn about the challenges and joys of creating this much-loved event.
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Greg Walden interviewed on KUMA in Pendleton
Congressman Greg Walden, Oregon's sole Republican on Capitol Hill, surprised many by saying he's not running for re-election. We play an interview he did with Radio KUMA in Pendleton, hosted by Butch Thurman.
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Coat drive helps folks through the Portland cold
A Portland real estate firm is cooperating with a local charity for a winter coat drive, which last year collected over 1,000 coats. We interview broker Cristen Lincoln of Living Room Realty, and Garrett Maltzan of Impact NW.
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Meet the OR and WA lawmakers on the new I-5 Bridge Committee
As the legislatures of Oregon and Washington come together to try again to solve the problem of the aging and substandard Interstate bridge over the Columbia River, we meet the members of the bipartisan, bi-state committee. Speakers include Sen. Annette Cleveland of Washington, Sen. Lee Beyer of...
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Congressman Walden at submarine christening
Representative Greg Walden (R-Hood River) delivered the keynote speech at the christening of what's going to be the USS Oregon in Groton, Connecticut. The vessel is the U.S. Navy's newest submarine and the third navy vessel to carry the state's name. The submarine was christened with water from...
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Domestic Violence Awareness Month proclaimed in Multnomah County
October 2019 is proclaimed as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Multnomah County. We hear the words of County Commissioner Susheela Jayapal; Alise Sanchez of the Domestic and Sexual Violence Coordination Office; Chief Deputy District Attorney John Casalino; Call to Safety director Fay Schuler;...
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Our talk with Keanon Lowe
We revisit--in the wake of the release of video of the event-a conversation with Keanon Lowe, the Parkrose High School coach who prevented a tragedy by subduing a troubled young man who'd brought a gun to school. He talked about the pressures and influences that young people face these days, and...
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Fun and empowerment with the Rose City Rollers
Rose City Rollers, a nonprofit women's roller derby league, promotes a fundraising event for its programs. As founder Kate Stegeman explains, The Rose City Rollers’ mission is to serve women and girls who want to play the team sport of roller derby, connect with an inclusive community, and…
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Generals' son comes to Portland with veterans film project
This year's Portland Film Festival includes a showing of films made by military veterans under the tutelage of filmmaker Benjamin Patton, grandson of General George S. Patton and son of General George Patton IV. We interview Benjamin about the Patton Veterans Project, about the complex…
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Tribal leaders call for dam removal
Leaders of the Yakama and Lummi Nations gathered at Celilo Falls on the banks of the Columbia River to call for the removal of the Bonneville, Dalles, and John Day Dams, saying they were built without their consent as required by treaty. We hear the words of Yakama Chairman JoDe Goudy and his…
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Medicare signup time is upon us. Here's help.
With Medicare open enrollment soon to begin, we interview Lisa Emerson from the Oregon Health Insurance Marketplace about the options, and about the many ways consumers can get information
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Portland declares Indigenous Peoples Day
Monday is proclaimed Indigenous Peoples Day in Portland--rather than Columbus Day--and this year's focus is on the effect of climate change on native peoples. We hear comments from the city's Director of the Office of Government Relations Elizabeth Edwards; Professor Mac Porotesano, the...
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Meet the family of the late Marine Cpl Matthew Lembke
A fun run in suburban Tualatin next weekend will benefit the Corporal Matthew Lembke Memorial Scholarship Fund, created in honor of a Tualatin High School graduate who lost his life during his third tour of duty as a U.S. Marine in Afghanistan. We interview his parents, Dale and Claudia Lembke…
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Oregon's GOP Rep Greg Walden on vaping danger
We hear the remarks of Oregon Congressman Greg Walden at an Energy and Commerce Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee hearing titled “Sounding the Alarm: The Public Health Threats of E-Cigarettes."
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Portland school leaders discuss September 20 climate strike
A followup on the September 20 Climate Strike led by students but with the full support of the Portland school administration, as explained at a school board meeting by Superintendent Guadalupe Guerrero, together with Nicole Berg, Programs Manager for Climate Change and Climate Justice, Grant…
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Tigard PD Det. Rinell and Sgt. Fox interviewed by John Erickson
It's Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and we hear the insights of two members of a local police department who've seen it all. Tigard PD Detective Kristan Rinell and Sgt. Monty Fox tell how they handle domestic violence calls and what they've learned about about its root causes; they dispel...
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Workplace Warrior--turning bad bosses into good
We hear insights from an executive coach about how hard-charging managers can and must adapt their styles to an age when employees won't tolerate abuse. A new book titled "Workplace Warrior, People Skills for the No BS Executive" is written by Jordan Goldrich, who's interviewed for this program.
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E-Scooter complaints
A complaint from a citizen who was injured by an e-scooter leads to a threat from the mayor to banish the devices altogether. We hear Cecily Johns address City Council regarding the danger of scooters on city sidewalks, and the response from Commissioners Nick Fish, Chloe Eudaly, and Mayor Ted...
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Anderson Cooper with iHeart Radio's John Erickson
CNN and Sixty Minutes icon Anderson Cooper speaks at Portland's Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, and we talked with him ahead of time about everything from impeachment to media credibility to his very emotional interview with Stephen Colbert that touched on issues of faith, grief, and humanity.
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Help the Oregon Food Bank and get a Taste of Style PDX
The Oregon Food Bank will benefit from this week's "Taste of Style PDX, a Night of Magic and Wonder," featuring creative fantasy hair stylings and other works of art. We interview the creator of the event, Portland salon owner Chris Vandehey.
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Meet the person who's brought back the Portland Creative Conference
This week marks the return of the annual Portland Creative Conference, which brings together Oscar, Grammy, and Emmy award-winning creative people for panels and workshops with attendees across many professions. Proceeds benefit the Keeping the Arts foundation, which awards grants to art…
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Comcast helps close the internet divide with Internet Essentials
Comcast is expanding its popular Internet Essentials program, which is narrowing the Internet Divide by providing affordable connectivity, computers, and training to people with disadvantages. We hear details from the company's Director of Community Impact, Rebecca Brown, while Carol...
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Last minute details on the More than Pink Walk
For the morning of the More than Pink Walk, to raise funds for the Susan G. Komen organization's fight against breast cancer, of which iHeart Radio is a sponsor, we interview CEO Andy Asato about last-minute logistics.
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Craig and Barb Walker interviewed by John Erickson, 2019
Longtime iHeartRadio personality Craig Walker and his wife Barb join John to discuss the upcoming Light the Night Walk, to raise funds to fight cancers of the blood, which took the life of their daughter Karen three years ago
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Young people in Portland fighting to stop climate change
Young people around the world arte taking the lead in fighting climate change, and that includes Portland, where the Portland Youth Climate Council took city hall to task for failing to follow its own rules for protecting trees. We hear from council member Sophie Weir.
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Time for the Fall Oregon Beach and Riverside Cleanup
The Fall Oregon Beach and Riverside Cleaup is coming up soon. Program Coordinator Jon Schmidt of the environmental group SOLVE gives details
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A chat with the head of Komen Oregon, and a major sponsor
We're just a week away from the More than Pink Walk, to raise funds for the fight against breast cancer. We interview Komen CEO Andy Asato, and Nima Durabi, VP of volunteer sponsor Hoffman Construction.
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Insights on raising strong daughters from a Warrior Mama
Helping protect our daughters from sexual assault, date rape, and workplace harassment is the topic of the book, "Way of the Warrior Mama, the Guide to Protecting and Raising Strong Daughters." Journalist and survivor Sally Clark is the author, and she was interviewed for this program.
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Leif Hansen inspires business leaders to mentor at-risk youth
Leif Hansen, the founder of a successful auto collision repair business, is sharing his success by initiating a mentorship program to pair business leaders with at-risk youth. He tells about his mission, which has its roots in his own difficult childhood.
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Komen Oregon and SW Washington's Community Pillar
With the More Than Pink Walk, formerly known as the Race for the Cure, coming up soon, we focus on the Community Pillar of Komen's work, described by the Komen organization's Alice Fern, and by Travis Vanderhoof, a store manager for sponsor Les Schwab Tires.
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Radio host with memories of Portland and beyond
Onetime Portland radio personality Turi Ryder has had a long and successful career as a talk show host in cities from Chicago to Los Angeles, with adventures ranging from infuriating to hilarious. She shares it all in a book titled, "She Said What ?Turi joins John to reminisce and entertain.
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Schools begin with high hopes for student success
School begins in Portland and other districts in a matter of days, on the heels of passage of the Oregon student success act, a multi-billion dollar education tax designed to improve student performance and cut down class size. We air contrasting views from Rep. Janeen Sollman, Rep. Cheri Helt,...
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Newest fantasy novel by Portland authors!
A pair of local authors have written a series of fantasy novels for young adults, with strong themes of female empowerment, and the third one has just been published. We interview author KC Cowan.
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Making sense out of Medicare
With Medicare open enrollment beginning October 15, we interview Lisa Emerson from the Oregon Health Insurance Marketplace about the options, and about the many ways consumers can get information.
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Meet Portland's new Fire Chief!
Sarah Boone is newly sworn in as Portland's first African-American female Fire Chief. Chief Boone describes her vision for the bureau.
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The case for a legal graffiti wall in Portland
Legal Walls PDX is a proposal for a legal graffiti wall in the Central Eastside Industrial District. Advocates say it will make the public art community more inclusive and connected. We hear about the proposal from Tiffany Conklin, Tomás Valladares, Brittany Quale, Quinn the artist, and reaction...
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John Erickson speaks with Capitol Steps Founding Member Elaina Newport. Capitol Steps in Portland March 18 at Revolution Hall.
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