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Morgan Schmidt is a community leader and candidate for the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners, Position 5, in the upcoming primary election on May 19, 2026. https://www.morganlovesoregon.com/ A quick note from one of our supporters: Haley Overton of Bend Home Collective is proud to support this podcast series spotlighting local elections and candidate conversations. While she is not backing any specific candidate, she strongly believes in the importance of the democratic process and staying informed. No matter where you stand, your voice matters—so get out there, listen, learn, and vote. Looking to connect with Haley? 📞 503-367-1264 📧 [email protected] 📸 Instagram: @haley_bendhomes

Charles Baer is vying for the #3 Position for Deschutes County Commissioner.  Charles Webster Baer is a perennial political candidate in Central Oregon known for running on a "depopulationist" platform, advocating for a "one-child" policy to address environmental issues. He has run for Redmond Mayor multiple times (including 2022 and 2024) and is running for Deschutes County Commissioner in 2026. Baer is a self-described libertarian, a housekeeper by trade, and has proposed local cryptocurrency, AI, and a 6-lane bypass.   

Amy Sabbadini is an educator and former land-use planner currently running for Deschutes County Commissioner Board Position 3 in the upcoming Oregon primary election on May 19, 2026. She is a longtime resident of Bend, Oregon, and has nearly 25 years of public service experience.   https://www.vote4sabbadini.com/ A quick note from one of our supporters: Haley Overton of Bend Home Collective is proud to support this podcast series spotlighting local elections and candidate conversations. While she is not backing any specific candidate, she strongly believes in the importance of the democratic process and staying informed. No matter where you stand, your voice matters—so get out there, listen, learn, and vote. Looking to connect with Haley? 📞 503-367-1264 📧 [email protected] 📸 Instagram: @haley_bendhomes

Samuel Facey is a candidate for the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners in the May 19, 2026, primary election. He is currently seeking the four-year term for Position 3.   A quick note from one of our supporters: Haley Overton of Bend Home Collective is proud to support this podcast series spotlighting local elections and candidate conversations. While she is not backing any specific candidate, she strongly believes in the importance of the democratic process and staying informed. No matter where you stand, your voice matters—so get out there, listen, learn, and vote. Looking to connect with Haley? 📞 503-367-1264 📧 [email protected] 📸 Instagram: @haley_bendhomes

Tony DeBone is a current Deschutes County Commissioner for Position #1, a role he has held since January 2011. He is running for reelection in the upcoming May 19, 2026 Primary Election as he seeks a fifth term on the board. https://www.electtonydebone.com/   A quick note from one of our supporters: Haley Overton of Bend Home Collective is proud to support this podcast series spotlighting local elections and candidate conversations. While she is not backing any specific candidate, she strongly believes in the importance of the democratic process and staying informed. No matter where you stand, your voice matters—so get out there, listen, learn, and vote. Looking to connect with Haley? 📞 503-367-1264 📧 [email protected] 📸 Instagram: @haley_bendhomes

Lauren Connally is a candidate for the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners, running for Position 3 in the upcoming nonpartisan primary election on May 19, 2026.   Lauren Connally has made a career of bringing order to complex systems and challenges. Drawing on her foundational experience as a Marine Corps Logistics Officer and her work managing federal land boundaries, she discusses her strategies for bridging service silos in public safety and streamlining housing supply. As a mother and veteran, Lauren explains how mission-focused leadership and community connectivity can move Deschutes County toward a resilient, coordinated future.     https://www.connally4deschutes.com/   A quick note from one of our supporters: Haley Overton of Bend Home Collective is proud to support this podcast series spotlighting local elections and candidate conversations. While she is not backing any specific candidate, she strongly believes in the importance of the democratic process and staying informed. No matter where you stand, your voice matters—so get out there, listen, learn, and vote. Looking to connect with Haley? 📞 503-367-1264 📧 [email protected] 📸 Instagram: @haley_bendhomes

Zachary J. Hastings is a candidate for Deschutes County Assessor in the upcoming nonpartisan primary election on May 19, 2026.   A quick note from one of our supporters: Haley Overton of Bend Home Collective is proud to support this podcast series spotlighting local elections and candidate conversations. While she is not backing any specific candidate, she strongly believes in the importance of the democratic process and staying informed. No matter where you stand, your voice matters—so get out there, listen, learn, and vote. Looking to connect with Haley? 📞 503-367-1264 📧 [email protected] 📸 Instagram: @haley_bendhomes

Jamie Collins is a U.S. Coast Guard veteran, climate scientist, and disaster responder. He is currently a candidate for Deschutes County Commissioner, Position 1, in the primary election scheduled for May 19, 2026.    https://collins4deschutes.com/   A quick note from one of our supporters: Haley Overton of Bend Home Collective is proud to support this podcast series spotlighting local elections and candidate conversations. While she is not backing any specific candidate, she strongly believes in the importance of the democratic process and staying informed. No matter where you stand, your voice matters—so get out there, listen, learn, and vote. Looking to connect with Haley? 📞 503-367-1264 📧 [email protected] 📸 Instagram: @haley_bendhomes

Amanda Page is a candidate for Deschutes County Commissioner, Position 3 in the upcoming primary election on May 19, 2026. She is a flight paramedic, a member of the Klamath Tribes, and a former Redmond School Board member. https://www.pageforprogress.com/ A quick note from one of our supporters: Haley Overton of Bend Home Collective is proud to support this podcast series spotlighting local elections and candidate conversations. While she is not backing any specific candidate, she strongly believes in the importance of the democratic process and staying informed. No matter where you stand, your voice matters—so get out there, listen, learn, and vote. Looking to connect with Haley? 📞 503-367-1264 📧 [email protected] 📸 Instagram: @haley_bendhomes  

Rob Imhof is a candidate running for Deschutes County Commissioner, Position 5, in the upcoming primary election on May 19, 2026. A resident of Bend and a local business owner with over 22 years of experience in subcontracting.   https://robimhoff.com/   A quick note from one of our supporters: Haley Overton of Bend Home Collective is proud to support this podcast series spotlighting local elections and candidate conversations. While she is not backing any specific candidate, she strongly believes in the importance of the democratic process and staying informed. No matter where you stand, your voice matters—so get out there, listen, learn, and vote. Looking to connect with Haley? 📞 503-367-1264 📧 [email protected] 📸 Instagram: @haley_bendhomes

Ron Boozell (or Rondo) is a local political activist and frequent candidate for public office in  Deschutes County, Oregon. He is currently a candidate for Deschutes County Commissioner, Position 5 in the upcoming 2026 election.

Jennifer Letz is the current Mayor of Sisters, Oregon, having been appointed to the role in early 2025 after serving on the City Council since 2021. She is a local small-business owner and an expert in wildfire mitigation and sustainability.  In March 2026, Letz announced her candidacy for the Deschutes County Commission (Position 5). She is running as a nonpartisan candidate in the primary election scheduled for May 19, 2026.   https://letzfordeschutes.com/   A quick note from one of our supporters: Haley Overton of Bend Home Collective is proud to support this podcast series spotlighting local elections and candidate conversations. While she is not backing any specific candidate, she strongly believes in the importance of the democratic process and staying informed. No matter where you stand, your voice matters—so get out there, listen, learn, and vote. Looking to connect with Haley? 📞 503-367-1264 📧 [email protected] 📸 Instagram: @haley_bendhomes

Rick Russell is a candidate for Deschutes County Commissioner, Position 4, in the upcoming primary election on May 19, 2026. He is currently facing off against Chet Wamboldt in a winner-take-all race for the seat. https://www.voterickrussell.com/ A quick note from one of our supporters: Haley Overton of Bend Home Collective is proud to support this podcast series spotlighting local elections and candidate conversations. While she is not backing any specific candidate, she strongly believes in the importance of the democratic process and staying informed. No matter where you stand, your voice matters—so get out there, listen, learn, and vote. Looking to connect with Haley? 📞 503-367-1264 📧 [email protected] 📸 Instagram: @haley_bendhomes  

Chet Wamboldt is a local safety consultant. He is currently a candidate for Deschutes County Commissioner, Position 4, in the upcoming May 19, 2026, primary election.   A quick note from one of our supporters: Haley Overton of Bend Home Collective is proud to support this podcast series spotlighting local elections and candidate conversations. While she is not backing any specific candidate, she strongly believes in the importance of the democratic process and staying informed. No matter where you stand, your voice matters—so get out there, listen, learn, and vote. Looking to connect with Haley? 📞 503-367-1264 📧 [email protected] 📸 Instagram: @haley_bendhomes

Carly is the Bend - Redmond CEO of Habitat for Humanity.  We talk housing, Americorps, ice cream and how we can help make our communities more affordable. Bend Redmond Habitat for Humanity Bonita Gelato Brown Bag Popcorn Co Americorps NCCC Radical Candor The Color of Law    

This episode we talk to Sara Odendahl, CEO of the Bend Chamber of Commerce and Rissa Conway, owner of Truffle Pig Consignment and president of the Downtown Bend Business Association.  We chat about the importance of shopping locally and what you can do to support local. Bend Chamber of Commerce Work Collective of Bend Downtown Bend Business Association Accountable Communication Technology Truffle Pig Trading Company Remarkably Bright Creatures Becoming Trauma Stewardship Choice Theory Excuses Be Gone Midnight Library

Reverend Jen Stuart leads Bend United Methodist church.  She is working with her congregation to find solutions for housing and current church needs in a forward thinking plan for faith. Bend Church Central Oregon Villiages Why We're Polarized Why Religion Went Obsolete Parable of the Sower Dune Awareness  

We have Stephanie Brown and Jordan Raney talking about physical fitness, overcoming hurdles, habits and setting goals. "You want to look like your goals not your habits" Start With Why The Power of Habit Never Finished Do Hard Things Orangetheory

Jeremy Giffin is the Deschutes Basin Water Master.  His complex job involves maintaing water rights, working with community, environmental and agricultural groups and finding solutions for all involved.  I was honored to speak with Jeremy and I hope you enjoy this conversation. Cadillac Desert Deschutes River Conservancy    

Josh and Paul chat with me about their new documentary "Adapted the Film" which just premiered at the Bend film festival earning the viewers choice award! Adapted The Film GoHawkeye Foundation Oregon Adaptive Sports The Prophet Tuesdays With Morrie      

Sharon and I talk about HDFFA, being an executive director, the needs of local farmers and snapple!   HDFFA

What is a County Administrator?  I had no clue but nick Lelack, County Administrator for Deschutes County dropped in to teach us a thing or two.  Nick has been the County Andminstrator 4 years and has had a variety of roles in the governemnt focued on public works.  It was an educational hour for me! Ballpark - Book Team of Rivals Stronghold The Color of Law Cod

Rick Russell is the executive director for Mountain View Communty Development, and will be one of the finalists for the Deschutes COunty Commissioner role.  We talk about housing issues and what his progarm is doing to help. Mountain View Community Development Rick Russell for Deschutes County Commissioner High Desert, Higher Costs

Racheal Baker is the Affordable Housing Manager for the City of Bend is and Mellissa Kamanya is the Affordable Housing Coordinator for the City of Bend.  We talk about the spectrum of housing and housing affordability, options for our future and hurdles associated with housing affordability. This will be a common thread over the next few episodes as I delve into our housing situation.   Homelessness is a Housing Problem Poisonwood Bible Stuart a life backwards

John Heylin was the chief petitioner of the measure to expand the Deschutes County Commission.  We talk about his work in the public sector, his third place, Unofficial Logging Company and life in general. Just show up. Unofficial Logging Co Bowling Alone Cannery Row

Commissioner DeBone has been in his role for nearly 15 years. We talk about what the role entails and how he worked his way into his role. We chat about local politics and his story.  

Ian Isaacson is the board co-chair for the Oregon Chapter of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers.  We talk about hunting, misconceptions and the fragile nature of our public lands. Backcountry Hunters and Anglers homepage Oregon Chapter - BHA Meateater Page

Captain Kim Liszka served in the United States Army/Reserves as a Combat Medic, Combat Nurse, Flight Nurse Instructor and one of the Top Female athletes in the Army.  Kim has worked over 20 years as an ER nurse and as a travel nurse. She's an Advanced Wilderness Expedition Provider and Chief Medical Officer for numerous endurance/survival expeditions in different countries.  Kim's also been on Fear Factor, American Ninja Warrior-Military Edition, American Tarzan, and Spartan Namibia.  She currently is the CEO of Reveille and Retreat Project and The Dog Tag Diary Podcast.  Reveille and Retreat Project Dog Tag Diaries Podcast Crucial Conversations - Free Book Resources | Crucial Learning Kevin's Rule Home - The Trauma Stewardship Institute Pema Chodron Book Collection

Micaela Guthrie and Mary Murphy are with us, talking about immigration. Mary Murphy is the deputy director of The Latino Community Association located in Bend, Oregon.  She has been working with the Latino community for the past decade serving our immigrant community in various platforms.  Micaela Guthrie is a partner at Three Sisters Law focusing on immigration law and legal research.   Latino Community Association of Central Oregon - Latino Community Association Three Sisters Law | Immigration Attorneys Bend OR Free Downloads & Books / Handouts / Podcast Merch for Purchase - The Trauma Stewardship Institute

Tony Matesi, also know as 'That Endurance Guy', is the race director for SISU 24 Ultra PNW race, author of the book:  'The Legend of the Death Race',  he is the Chief Growth and Technology Officer for Sound Surveillance.   We will be talkinig about his race SISU 24 Ultra PNW  15% Off Registration using "PNWTOLD" Race Website That Endurance Guy Website Book - Legend of the Death Race  

Talena Barker and I discuss the Leadership Bend program. There is an informational session on May the 13th with appications opening May 16th. Leadership Bend  Leadership Bend Information Session Central Oregon FUSE Kids Center Bend Chamber of Commerce Talena Barker is the VP of leadership development for the Bend Chamber of Commerce.  Talena's work focuses on strengthening the continuum of workforce, community leadership and talent development through Bend Chamber's BendNEXT initiative. She has had several board memberships and currently is on the board of Central Oregon FUSE, focused on affordable housing, and the KIDS Center.  AND She has a sculpture of herself in the state Department of Human Services.

This week we meet with James Cordes.   James is a partner of the Mora group and the president of Boss Baseball. We talk baseball, finance, parenting, living and growing.   https://themoragroup.org/ https://www.instagram.com/the_mora_group/ https://www.bossbaseballperformance.com/    

Just noodling on the complex relationship we (I) have with parents.  I hope you enjoy it.   Shantaram novel  Amazon.com: Shantaram: A Novel: 9780312330538: Roberts, Gregory David: Books

My first episode!  Thank you for listening, the first of a yearlong, weekly project.  I hope you enjoy it.