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Welcome to Policy for the People, a show that explores the public policies that can lift up all Oregonians. This show is a collaboration between KMUZ radio (kmuz.org) and the Oregon Center for Public Policy (ocpp.org).
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Restore your faith in government with An Honorable Profession. Every Thursday, co-hosts Ryan Coonerty and Debbie Cox Bultan sit down with rising state and local Democrats, policy experts, and the nation’s top political minds for empowering and candid conversations about life in public service and government. Together with their guests – which include members of the Biden Administration, state legislators nationwide, and mayors from America’s top cities – Ryan and Debbie discuss the biggest i ...
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by East Cascades Works is a Workforce Investment Board that connects talent to employers across 10 counties east of the Cascades in Oregon! Here, we interview employers, training partners, apprentices, and more to learn about new programs and opportunities to skill up!
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The energy revolution is coming, and it's all hands on deck. Amplifying the expertise of the leaders in the new energy economy and inviting diverse voices to the table, we'll talk solar power, battery storage and battery alternatives, microgrids, renewable energy, distributed energy architectures, energy policy, energy equity, and all things energy. I'm your host, Amy Simpkins, renewable energy CEO (and Rocket Scientist) and I am passionate about creating sustainable change. I believe that a ...
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The Tasty Thread is a podcast from New Seasons Market that explores the connections in our local food economy and how we all play a part. We'll visit Oregon farmers, chat with PNW food producers, and follow the journey of how delicious things make their way to your grocery basket.
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Let’s Talk About Race (LTAR), a new intergenerational, roundtable discussion of independent national journalists featuring rigorous conversations and analysis of news coverage and the role race plays in politics, government, economy, education, and health. LTAR currently airs on KBOO Community Radio in Portland, OR, and Pacific Radio NetworkLTAR brings independent journalists from all over the country from New Jersey to Texas and Pennsylvania with a home base in Portland, Oregon. The hosts b ...
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Injecting a dose of common sense into Colorado’s policy debates When it comes to legislative proposals, ballot initiatives, or economic trends that could have a lasting impact on Coloradans and the state’s economy, where do you turn for unbiased facts and objective analysis? The Common Sense Digest is our regularly occurring podcast featuring policy experts discussing Colorado’s most pressing issues. Debuting the 4th Tuesday of each month, Common Sense Digest’s lively discussions equip you w ...
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The Wolfpack Podcast - Smart Politics With Carl Wolfson, Paul Block, Kim Upham
The Wolfpack Smart Politics: Carl Wolfson, Paul Block, Kim Upham, Dylan Hydes
Four activists from Portland, Oregon, led by Portland radio personality, Carl Wolfson, offer key political and cultural insights -- with hearty laughs along the way. If you want an upbeat message focused on defeating Donald Trump in 2020 and building a better world, this podcast is for you!
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How shipping containers and the Port of Portland play a vital role in Oregon’s economy
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The shipping container service was in jeopardy of disappearing until Governor Tina Kotek stepped in to propose $40 million in state funds for the Port.By Oregon Public Broadcasting
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How a summer job helped this Class of 2025 student graduate a year early
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It’s June 2024. And yet, Logan has become the first student in OPB’s Class of 2025 project to graduate, thanks to a little-known option available to Oregon students.By Oregon Public Broadcasting
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Introducing Common Sense Institute Oregon featuring Mark McMullen
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In January, CSI made a bold move to kick off 2024 and launched in two new states: Iowa and Oregon. Both states are already releasing new studies and engaging in the public policy arena. Along with its successful counterparts in Colorado and Arizona, as well as a newly launched chapter in Iowa, CSI Oregon is guided by a board of local leaders, each …
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For some, questions persist around Portland’s revived crowd-control unit
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The Portland Police Bureau is re-launching its crowd control unit. The Rapid Response team was often used to break up protests. It infamously disbanded after one of its officers was charged with misdemeanor assault. Police officials say the revamped team will have additional training, with new standards — but what exactly has changed about the unit…
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Creating spaces of belonging and cultural exchange in Bend
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Jesse Ferguson on Winning Undecided Voters
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This week, we bring you another episode of our Road to November 2024 election series, as co-hosts Debbie Cox Bultan and Ryan Coonerty sit down with Jesse Ferguson. Jesse is a leading Democratic strategist and consultant. With over two decades of experience, he has led national campaigns on issues ranging from health care to clean energy. Today, Jes…
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Proposed mountain bike trails in Tillamook face uphill fight
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Proposed mountain bike trails in Tillamook face uphill fightBy Oregon Public Broadcasting
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Naked barley is coming to change your mind about barley
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Naked barley is coming to change your mind about barleyBy Oregon Public Broadcasting
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JD's shoe repair in Portland says goodbye after 15 years
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JD's shoe repair in Portland says goodbye after 15 yearsBy Oregon Public Broadcasting
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At issue in Providence nurses strike: Oregon’s hospital staffing law
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More than 3,000 nurses at six Providence hospitals across the state are set to go on strike for three days this week. In an unusual turn of events, they’re striking in part over the rollout of a law that was hailed just two years ago as a major win for the nurses union and the first of its kind in the nation.…
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Portland’s MetalMania blends wrestling and heavy metal for raucous eventBy Oregon Public Broadcasting
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Portland's Langbaan wins the coveted Outstanding Restaurant category at the 2024 James Beard Awards.
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The most outstanding restaurant in the US is located inside another restaurant in Northwest Portland. It’s appropriately named Langbaan, which means “back of the house” and serves a five course tasting menu of elevated Thai food with Pacific Northwest ingredients.By Oregon Public Broadcasting
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For this Portland vexillologist, every day is Flag Day
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Neighbors in Portland’s Forest Park get a new glimpse of Ted Kaye’s flag collection dailyBy Oregon Public Broadcasting
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Direct File is a big step toward simple and free tax filing
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Recently, the IRS announced that its Direct File program is expanding. This is a big deal. Filing a tax return is complicated. It’s costly. This is a bad situation for everyone, especially families struggling to get by on low wages. The complexity and cost of filing taxes deters many low-income workers from claiming the tax credits for which they a…
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Mayor Phillip Jones on the Year of the Youth
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In this week’s episode, NewDEAL CEO Debbie Cox Bultan talks with Newport News, VA’s youngest elected mayor Phillip Jones. They discuss his first State of the City Address, where he proclaimed 2024 as the Year of the Youth, thanks to his initiatives like Night Nets and the Summer Youth Employment Program, as well as investments in expanded childcare…
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Former Oregon Gov. Neil Goldschmidt has died
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Goldschmidt, once a towering figure in state and national politics, admitted sexually abusing a teenager and attempting to cover it up.By Oregon Public Broadcasting
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High schoolers turn the tide on coastal Oregon’s seafood workforce in new program
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High schoolers turn the tide on coastal Oregon’s seafood workforce in new programBy Oregon Public Broadcasting
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A new District Attorney for Multnomah County
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Multnomah County has a new district attorney. Nathan Vasquez defeated his boss Mike Schmidt and will become the county’s top prosecutor in 2025.By Oregon Public Broadcasting
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Vancouver gnome trailBy Oregon Public Broadcasting
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How DSST Became a Successful Educational Model featuring Bill Kurtz and Van Schoales
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Founded in 2004 as a high school in Denver’s Central Park neighborhood, Denver School of Science & Technology (DSST) is now nationally renowned for its unique design, diversity, and consistent high achievement—considered one of the leading open enrollment STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) schools in the United States. DSST’s mission…
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Oregon Ballet Theatre shatters attendance record
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Oregon Ballet Theatre had 92,000 attendees this year, the best attendance record ever. We talk with executive director Shane Jewell about what they did right this season.By Oregon Public Broadcasting
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This episode continues our Road to November 2024 election series, as co-hosts Debbie Cox Bultan and Ryan Coonerty talk with political consultant and co-founder of the Lincoln Project Mike Madrid. Madrid has long been a leading analyst of Latino voters and has led strategic outreach to Latino communities for various campaigns over the past 30 years.…
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SPECIAL EPISODE: Eggs & The Economy - June 4, 2024
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In this special edition of of Common Sense Digest, we feature discussion from one of our recent events. On Tuesday, June 4, Common Sense Institute hosted its quarterly Eggs & The Economy Event. This edition was titled: "The Colorado Crisis: The Economic Impact of Migrants and the Homeless.." Our panelists included: Adam Paul - Director of Regional …
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3.10 On Obliterating Entrepreneurial Underprivilege with Holistic Innovation Support with Deepa Lounsbury
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In this episode, Deepa and Amy discuss ways to support underrepresented entrepreneurs in climate tech and “making the umbrella bigger for who gets to be a climate entrepreneur,” along with the reality and challenges in the entrepreneurial space. Quotes “Underrepresented people are underrepresented often because they are undersupported.” – Deepa Lou…
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Black students see success in the Class of 2025
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Black students see success in the Class of 2025By Oregon Public Broadcasting
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New jets and renovations coming to Oregon Air National Guard
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New jets and renovations coming to Oregon Air National GuardBy Oregon Public Broadcasting
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Umatilla tribal leader passes the drip torch to future generations learning about prescribed fire
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Before colonization, many Northwestern tribes used fire to replenish lands. Those fires burned grasses and underbrush, adding nutrients to the soil and helping plants germinate. Raymond Huesties of the Umatilla tribe is sharing this knowledge of prescribed fire with younger generations.By Oregon Public Broadcasting
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Beaverton author announced as finalist for literary awards
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In Rachel K. Jones’ fantasy/horror story “The Sound of Children Screaming,” a fourth-grade teacher and her students find themselves in a magical world during a school shooting. The story draws inspiration from real-life events. The Beaverton author’s short story is a finalist for several literary awards, including the Hugo, Nebula and Bram Stoker a…
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Out for Delivery: hanging with a rural postal carrier
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An At Work WIth Connie Gunn, a rural postal carrier in Scappoose, OregonBy Oregon Public Broadcasting
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Ilana Rubel Breaks Down Idaho’s Abortion Ban
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Exciting news! An Honorable Profession has found a new home at The Democracy Group – a network of podcasts united around the goal of helping listeners understand what’s broken in our democracy, and how people are working together to fix it. Learn more at www.democracygroup.org. In today’s episode, Ryan Coonerty sits down with the Idaho House Minori…
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Remembering Portland Trail Blazers legend Bill Walton
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Bill Walton died this week at the age of 71. Many are remembering his dominance as a pro-basketball center, including with the championship-winning Portland Trail Blazers in 1977. After he retired, he enjoyed a second life as a unique and off-the-wall announcer.By Oregon Public Broadcasting
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How the outcome of county DA election might influence campaigns for Portland mayor
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Mayoral candidates Carmen Rubio and Rene Gonzalez each had a rooting interest in the race for county prosecutor. The results suggest a rightward shift countywide, with potential implications for City Hall this fall.By Oregon Public Broadcasting
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Two Oregon women spend years sifting through ashes to give veterans a proper burial
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Two Oregon women spend years sifting through ashes to give veterans a proper burial
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After noticing that many abandoned cremated remains in Portland belonged to veterans, the two volunteers launched a decade-long effort to find them and give them a soldier’s resting placeBy Oregon Public Broadcasting
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What Should We Do To Optimize RTD Ridership? featuring Kelly Brough and Daniel Hutton
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What began as a relatively small-scale bus operation, RTD has grown to one of the Denver metro area’s most expansive pieces of infrastructure and a political arena of its own. Increasingly, the public is being asked to put more confidence into an organization of which it has cause to be skeptical. In the face of expansive plans, though, RTD serves …
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Volunteers find new homes for abandoned remains
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Volunteers find new homes for abandoned remainsBy Oregon Public Broadcasting
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Bikini Barista business with reporter Lauren Yoshiko
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Bikini Barista stands in Portland are increasingly owned by women.By Oregon Public Broadcasting
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Oregon settles child-welfare civil lawsuit; expert will be appointed to oversee the troubled system
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The settlement stipulates Disability Rights Oregon and the state will agree upon a “neutral,” an expert to oversee the foster care system and work with the individual to improve the child-welfare system, primarily by reducing the rate of mistreatment and improving the quality of placements.By Oregon Public Broadcasting
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Nina Smith on Appealing to Young People and Black Voters
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This week, we bring you another episode of our Road to November 2024 election series, as co-hosts Debbie Cox Bultan and Ryan Coonerty sit down with Nina Smith. Nina is a political communications strategist with a track record of collaborating with some of our very own NewDEALers, such as Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, former Georgia St…
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Results from the May 21 2024 Oregon primaryBy Oregon Public Broadcasting
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The graduation of Daiichi Takeoka from UO law school a century ago illuminates barriers for nowadays Asian American lawyers.
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The graduation of Daiichi Takeoka from UO law school a century ago illuminates barriers for nowadays Asian American lawyers.By Oregon Public Broadcasting
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LTAR International Women Day Is Every Day
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LTAR - Let’s Talk About Race - Taxation Without Rationalization
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Let’s Talk About Race (LTAR), is an intergenerational, roundtable discussion of independent national journalists featuring rigorous conversations and analysis of news coverage and the role race plays in politics, government, economy, education, and health. LTAR currently airs on KBOO Community Radio in Portland, OR, and on Pacifica Radio Network LT…
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LTAR - Putting Woke To Sleep - Backlash To Racial Justice
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Let’s Talk About Race (LTAR), a new intergenerational, roundtable discussion of independent national journalists featuring rigorous conversations and analysis of news coverage and the role race plays in politics, government, economy, education, and health. LTAR currently airs on KBOO Community Radio in Portland, OR . LTAR brings independent journal…
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Let’s Talk About Race (LTAR), a new intergenerational, roundtable discussion of independent national journalists featuring rigorous conversations and analysis of news coverage and the role race plays in politics, government, economy, education, and health. LTAR currently airs on KBOO Community Radio in Portland, OR . LTAR brings independent journal…
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Utility watchdog calls to cap Oregon rate hikes as energy bills continue to rise
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As electric and gas rates continue to rise, an advocacy group for utility customers is proposing rate caps on energy increases for all for-profit utilities to help avoid high energy bills.By Oregon Public Broadcasting
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Jane Kim became an unexpected internet celebrity when her son started filming her reactions when they went out to eat. Now, under the handle "The Korean Mama", Jane and her son Ed are bringing joy to more than a million followers on social media platforms like TikTok, YouTube and Instagram.By Oregon Public Broadcasting
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Can a business be owned by its purpose? A growing number of Oregon companies say yes
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Patagonia made headlines in 2022 when its founders said company profits would go to fighting climate change. They followed a model pioneered in the U.S. by an Oregon produce distributor, and the approach is offering independent business owners a new way to preserve companies.By Oregon Public Broadcasting
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A tale of three cities: The chance at local option levies can affect school districts across Oregon in drastically different ways
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Portland Public Schools wants to renew a local tax that already helps pay for hundreds of teachers. Bend-La Pine wants to start a new levy that would offset substantial budget cuts. But in Salem-Keizer, option levies aren’t really an option at all.By Oregon Public Broadcasting
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Secretary of State Steve Simon Wants High Turnout and Low Drama this November
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In this week’s episode, NewDEAL CEO Debbie Cox Bultan talks with Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon. In 2022, Secretary Simon was named by TIME Magazine as a “Defender of Democracy,” and – as we pass the six-month mark in the lead up to November’s election – he talks about his work to make this election one with high turnout and low drama. Si…
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