The PDX Beat

This episode features my chat with Matt Hartman who performs under the moniker Coastal Cascade, including music from his recently released self-titled EP. | Additional music included in this episode courtesy of Sweet Nothing. (Artists retain original copyright) | Find more info about the show on our website: http://www.thepdxbeat.com | © 2016, JonSquared Media

Local author, Monica Cable, chatted with me about her upcoming book entitled "If You Were An Alien Would You Want To Live Here: an Alien Hypothesis | 101 Reasons Why Fearing an Alien Invasion is Absolutely Preposterous and 10 That Kinda Make Sense." | Music included in this episode courtesy of https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing. (Artists retain original copyright) | Find more info about the show on our website: http://www.thepdxbeat.com | © 2016, JonSquared Media

A live recording I made of fellow podcaster, Sean Barron (of The Portland Cool Podcast), of his interview with local author, Kate Dyer-Seeley, during the launch party for her newest book, Silenced in the Surf. Also featured in the podcast are Anneke Ayers of Double Mountain Brewery and Greg Stiegel of the Columbia Gorge Windsurfing Association. | Theme music provided by @sweet-nothing. (Artists retain original copyright) | Find more info about the show on our website: www.thepdxbeat.com | © 2016, JonSquared Media

Author, ELLIE ALEXANDER, chatted with me about her writing journey and her book, ON THIN ICING. | Theme music provided by Sweet Nothing, and additional music provided Kai Engel (artists retains original copyright) | Additional vocal work from Danielle Weathers | Find more info about the show on our website: www.thepdxbeat.com | © 2016, JonSquared Media

Friend of the show and former guest, Bruce Zick, chats with me about his much anticipated "The Zone Continuum" reboot project. | Theme and additional music provided by https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing (artist retains original copyright) | Find more info about the show on our website: http://www.thepdxbeat.com | © 2016, JonSquared Media

My good friend and vegan, Janessa, chatted with me about Portland's vegan subculture. | Theme and additional music provided by https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing (artist retains original copyright) | Find more info about the show on our website: http://www.thepdxbeat.com | © 2016, JonSquared Media

Local comedian, Timothy Blackton, visited me in the studio to chat about the Portland comedy scene and he also brought back a special episode of ICYMI (In Case You Missed It). | Theme and additional music provided by https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing (artist retains original copyright) | Find more info about the show on our website: http://www.thepdxbeat.com | © 2016, JonSquared Media

This episode includes music from Portland-based musical artists Pure Bathing Culture, Hemmit, clintongore, The von Trapps, Lost Lander, Eyelids, Sama Dams, Grandparents, BLOUSE, Divers, Monarques, Hosannas, and Matt Lande. | Additional theme music provided by Sweet Nohting. | All artists retain original copyright for their respective work. No infringement intended. | Find more info about the show at www.thepdxbeat.com | © 2015, JonSquared Media

I chatted with Portland author, Kate Kort (http://www.katekort.com), about her debut novel, GLASS. Includes excerpts. | Music included in this episode courtesy of https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing (artist retains original copyright) | Find more info about the show on our website: http://www.thepdxbeat.com | © 2015, JonSquared Media

This episode features my chat with writer, historian, and activist, Michael Helquist, about his new book, "Marie Equi: Radical Politics and Outlaw Passions." Visit www.michaelhelquist.com for more info and to buy the book! | Music included in this episode courtesy of Sweet Nothing (https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing; artist retains original copyright) | Find more info about the show on our website: www.thepdxbeat.com | © 2015, JonSquared Media

THE NOTED's John Dwyer and Daniel Work chatted with me about their newly-released sophomore effort entitled "Not Far Away," which features the single "Wait" and my personal favorites "The Moon Is Rising" and "Too Late." | Find more info about THE NOTED and buy music on their website: http://www.thenoted.net | Music from THE NOTED featured in this episode were used with permission. Artists retain original copyrights. No infringement intended. | The PDX Beat's theme music provided by Sweet Nothing https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing (artist retains original copyright) | Find more info about The PDX Beat on our website: http://www.thepdxbeat.com | © 2015, JonSquared Media

This episode is a profile of Portland-based duo, SALVO IDLY, whose debut album 81 DAYS is available on iTunes, Amazon Music, CD Baby, and on their website (www.salvoidly.com). Additional music provided by Sweet Nothing. Music from "81 Days" used in this episode with permission from Salvo Idly. No copyright infringement intended. More information about the podcast can be found at www.thepdxbeat.com. © 2015, JonSquared Media

This episode Includes music from Portland-based bands Fringe Class, The Weather Machine, Kool Stuff Katie, Minden, Fog Father, Cat Hoch, Wishyunu, and Chocolate Cool But Rude. Theme music provided by Sweet Nothing. All artists whose music is featured in this episode retain their respective copyrights. No infringement intended. Find more info about the show on our website: http://www.thepdxbeat.com © 2015, JonSquared Media

Author and "local historian," J.D. Chandler talks about Portland's colorful past, his writings, and a few of Portland's most mispronounced street names and areas. Music provided by Sweet Nothing (https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing), who retains original copyrights. Find more info on our website: http://www.thepdxbeat.com © 2015, JonSquared Media

Sean Wiese chatted with me about his subscription box service, Nomalicious, that's changing the way consumers access artisan foods from all over the U.S. http://www.nomalicious.co Background music provided by https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing (artist retains original copyright) Find more info on our website: http://www.thepdxbeat.com © 2015, JonSquared Media

This episode contains music from Portland-based bands Bibliothek, Thanks, Old Wave, LEO, Beach Fire, Gold Casio, Psychomagic, Appendixes, and White Glove. These band and many others are part of this year's PDX Pop Now!'s compilation. Check it out at www.pdxpopnow.com. Theme music provided by https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing. All artists retain original copyrights. No infringement intended. Find more info about this podcast at http://www.thepdxbeat.com © 2015, JonSquared Media

The fine folks from Coco Donuts joined me for this episode to talk about, well, donuts and the business behind producing these tasty treats. Theme music provided by https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing (artist retains original copyright) Find more info on our website: http://www.thepdxbeat.com © 2015, JonSquared Media

Moses Barrett of @thejunebugs joins me in this week's episode. Learn about their music and Kickstarter campaign. Theme music provided by @sweet-nothing (artist retains original copyright). All other songs retain original copyrights by their original songwriters/artists. Find more info on our website: www.thepdxbeat.com © 2015, JonSquared Media

The third all-music episode, featuring Portland-based musicians The Zags, The Domestics, Albatross, There Is No Mountain, Ghost Towns, Moorea Masa, The Fourth Wall, and Ezra Bell. Theme music is called "Cataracts" by Sweet Nothing. Find more info on our website: www.thepdxbeat.com © 2015, JonSquared Media

Jamie Melton from The Portland Mercado chats with me about the first Latino public market in Portland, Ore. Theme music is called "Cataracts" by Sweet Nothing. Find more info on our website: www.thepdxbeat.com © 2015, JonSquared Media

Billy Bork from The Albert Abbey chats with me about his unique event/performance venue and collaborative work spaces. Also features music from local singer/songwriter, John Rankin. Theme and additional music by Sweet Nothing. All artists/creators retain original copyrights for respective music and/or audio clips. No copyright infringement intended. Find more info on our website: www.thepdxbeat.com © 2015, JonSquared Media

My good friend and hospitality parking management professional, Rick Thompson, joins me in this episode for a discussion on parking in the City of Roses, and the advent of private for-hire transportation companies. Additional Music by Sweet Nothing. All artists/creators retain original copyrights for respective music and/or audio clips. Find more info on our website: www.thepdxbeat.com © 2015, JonSquared Media

By popular demand, here's volume 02 of The PDX Beat Podcast "Mixed Tape," featuring music from Portland musicians Novosti, Natasha Kmeto, Big Haunt, Morning Ritual, Coma Serfs, Fault Lines, The Tamed West, Modern Kin, and Charts. Additional Music: "Cataracts" by @sweet-nothing. Artists retain original copyrights for respective music. Find more info on our website: www.thepdxbeat.com © 2015, JonSquared Media

Relax this Easter Weekend to tunes from previous guests Will West & The Friendly Strangers, IanJames, and Bike Thief. Background music provided by https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing (artist retains original copyright) Find more info on our website: http://www.thepdxbeat.com © 2015, JonSquared Media

Learn about my recommendations for breakfast in The Rose City! Background music provided by https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing (artist retains original copyright) Egg Cracking & Frying on Pan sound effect by https://www.freesound.org/people/Benboncan/sounds/62499/ Find more info on our website: http://www.thepdxbeat.com © 2015, JonSquared Media

This week, local beverage consultant and bar manager, Nick Keane, lends his expertise to chat with me about Oregon beer. Background music provided by @sweet-nothing (artist retains original copyright) Find more info on our website: www.thepdxbeat.com © 2015, JonSquared Media

This is the very first "Mixed Tape" episode of The PDX Beat, featuring music from Portland musicians Radiation City, And And And, Queued Up, Dogheart, Pony Village, Shayla Carpenter, and Adventure Galley! Additional Music: "Cataracts" by @sweet-nothing (artist retains original copyright) Find more info on our website: www.thepdxbeat.com © 2015, JonSquared Media

This episode features my recent chat with Matt Milletto of Water Avenue Coffee (from Portland, Ore.) Theme Music: "Cataracts" by https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing (artist retains original copyright) Find more info on our website: http://www.thepdxbeat.com © 2015, JonSquared Media

Danni Duggan and Sarah Riddle of Shelter Dogs of Portland chatted with me about their worthy cause. Theme Music: "Cataracts" by https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing (artist retains original copyright) Find more info on our website: http://www.thepdxbeat.com © 2015, JonSquared Media

In this episode, I chatted with Mike Shur of ShurkyJurky about his Portland-based company's delicious treats. Plus, comedian, Timothy Blackton, recaps the recent local headlines. Theme Music: "Cataracts" by https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing (artist retains original copyright) Find more info on our website: http://www.thepdxbeat.com © 2015, JonSquared Media

Shannon Donaldson of ShanRock's Triviology, chats with me about what makes Portland's premiere pub trivia company tick. Theme Music: "Cataracts" by https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing (artist retains original copyright) Find more info on our website: http://www.thepdxbeat.com © 2015, JonSquared Media

I feature music from local musicians Just Lions, Gallop, and Bad Move. Plus comedian Timothy Blackton recaps the recent news, and I get into a bit of local tech talk with Rich Brueckner. You will also find us on iTunes. Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/TPB_on_iTunes Theme Music: "Cataracts" by https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing (artist retains original copyright) Find more info on our website: http://www.thepdxbeat.com © 2015, JonSquared Media

Local beverage consultant and bar manager, Nick Keane, joins me again for this week's installment. This time, we ruminate on distinctly Portland cocktail bars. Some use of adult language. Listener discretion is advised.

Beverage Consultant & Bar Manager, NICK KEANE, joins me in banter about Portland dive bars, and comedian TIMOTHY BLACKTON recaps the recent headlines. #NSFW due to adult language and mature subject matter.

Inside-Startups.com's Rich Brueckner chats with me about Portland tech news, and gives predictions for 2015 in the wide world of tech. Plus, a bonus song from Portland-based rock band, Gay Ghost!

First episode of 2015! Featuring food and drink banter with my cohorts, Jennifer Heigl (from DailyBlender.com) and mixologist, Nick Keane.