Mark Frohnmayer and Sara Wolf, representatives of STAR VOTING Lane County, join the podcast to discuss this crucial ballot measure designed to give voters a much stronger voice. (S.T.A.R. stands for Score Then Automatic Run-off) STAR VOTING www.starvoting.us/ Hosted by Patty Rose Sponsored by Oregon Cash Flow Pro Oregoncashflowpro.com To sponsor an…

Doyle Canning joins the podcast to discuss her campaign for Oregon’s House District 8. Doyle is a proud member of IBEW Local 89 and active in the labor movement, advising unions on clean energy jobs and supporting our essential workers through the pandemic. Doyle is a deeply dedicated volunteer for local environmental causes, serving as vice chair …

Shanaé Joyce-Stringer joins the podcast. Shanaé is a candidate for Mayor in Eugene, Oregon. A native of Miami, Florida, Shanaé Joyce-Stringer brings her experience in education, small business ownership, and community advocacy to Eugene, which she has called home for the past three years. Shanaè is running for mayor because she has a passion for co…

Cameron Derby joins the podcast to talk about Taylor Swift’s boyfriend and the Quarterback who got picked last, who are both playing in a game this weekend. Cam Derby is the Sports Director at KEZI 9 Eugene/Springfield. Register to Vote by February 20th @ sos.oregon.gov/voting Hosted by Patty Rose To listen to all previous episodes, donate, and mor…

Douglas Barr joins the podcast. Barr is a driver for Food 4 Lane County, a board member for the Burrito Brigade, and a candidate for Mayor in Eugene, Oregon. Election Day is May 21st, 2024. If any candidate for Mayor receives more than 51% of the vote,there will NOT be a run-off in the general election in November. Register to Vote by February 20th…

Springfield, Oregon Mayor Sean VanGordon joins the podcast to discuss the impact of the recent ice storm. USE THE LINKS FOR MORE INFO… Springfield, Oregon Alerts springfield-or.gov/alerts Lane County Ice Storm Updates lanecountyor.gov/ice Hosted by Patty Rose To listen to all previous episodes, buy merch, and more go to strpod.com Sponsored by Oreg…

Patric Miller returns to the podcast to discuss BIG 10 college football, the 2024 election, and whatever comes to mind. Crankyoldguy.com Hosted by Patty Rose Sponsored by Oregon Cash Flow Pro oregoncashflowpro.com To listen to all previous episodes, buy merch, and more go to strpod.com To support the podcast go to strpod.com/sponsors --- Send in a …

Kaarin Knudson joins the podcast to discuss her campaign for Mayor of Eugene, Oregon. Knudson is a licensed architect, educator, and leader with more than 20 years’ experience advancing sustainable design and community-led solutions. In 2017, she founded the housing advocacy organization Better Housing Together (BHT), to increase housing affordabil…

Brad Unger joins the podcast to discuss financial tips for the New Year, adjusting your finances for inflation, and more. Unger is the Branch Manager at OnPoint Community Credit Union (Springfield, Oregon Fred Myer location). OnPoint Community Credit Union onpointcu.com Hosted by Patty Rose Sponsored by Oregon Cash Flow Pro support the podcast with…

Kevin Cronin joins the podcast to discuss housing in Eugene, new renter protections, the results of Tuesday's election, and more. Cronin is an affordable housing advocate and member of the Eugene Tenant Alliance. EUGENE TENANT ALLIANCE eugenetenantalliance.com/ Hosted by Patty Rose To support the podcast with a one time or monthly donation go to st…

Maggie Van Wey and Amberlee Dawson join the podcast to discuss the work they do at Full Access. Based in Eugene, Oregon, Full Access is a nonprofit organization that provides services and resources to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Learn how to get services, become a provider, or follow the latest news and events on t…

Thomas Hiura joins the podcast to talk about what Patty missed when he was in England and whatever else they talk about. Hosted by Patty Rose Sponsored by Oregon Cash Flow Pro ⁠Oregoncashflowpro.com⁠ Donate to the Show to Help it Grow To support the podcast with a one time or monthly donation go to strpod.com/sponsors To listen to all previous epis…

3 Emcees from Eugene join the podcast to share memories of their friend Loren “Lomo” Morrison, who passed away recently. Appearances by Rio (MPRFCT), Kay Eye (the Big Dirty), and Endr Won Hosted by Patty Rose Donate to the Show to Help it Grow To support the podcast with a one time or monthly donation go to strpod.com/sponsors Sponsored by Oregon C…

Daniel Ivy joins the podcast to discuss a 4-week camp he is conducting on how to run your own Dungeons & Dragons game. For more info about D&D Camp Ivy Tower LLC @ ivytowerllc.com Hosted by Patty Rose To support the podcast with a one time or monthly donation go to strpod.com/sponsors Sponsored by Oregon Cash Flow Pro Oregoncashflowpro.com Ending T…

Five years of clips from the podcast featuring (in order of appearance) Endr Won, Blair Conrad, Kaz Zaidi, Dan Cole from Suds ‘Em Yourself, F.J.Gouldner, UO Professor Ben Saunders, Pat Miller, “Brooklyn” Jay, Lora Workman, Taylor Jones, Chris Wig, Albert Lee, Thomas Hiura, Adam & Cohen, Sammy Warm Hands, Tre Stewart, Mark Molina, Thomas Hiura (agai…

Blair Conrad returns to the podcast to update us on her journey from homelessness to University. Blair is a recovering drug addict who found herself on the streets and pregnant. With the help of some great local resources, Blair has completely turned her life around. She is a mother, a wife, and a valued citizen in the 541 community. She has just c…

Madelaine Au joins the podcast. Madelaine is the Executive Director and Founder of the Eugene Tea Festival with a goal to help grow the tea community in Eugene. More info @ eugeneteafest.org Eugene Tea Festival May 20th-21st 10am-4pm Farmer's Market Pavilion 85 E. 8th Avenue Eugene, OR 97401 Hosted by Patty Rose To support the podcast with a one ti…

The First Ever, Spent the Rent Podcast Oregon Trivia Episode. Guests will be chosen randomly Friday April 28th. Stay tuned for more info. Hosted by Patty Rose To support the podcast with a one time or monthly donation go to strpod.com/sponsors Sponsored by Oregon Cash Flow Pro Oregoncashflowpro.com To listen to all previous episodes, buy merch, and…

Anthony Reed joins the podcast. Anthony Reed is a candidate for School Board Director in Springfield, Oregon and is a journeyman carpenter with the United Brotherhood of Carpenters Local 270. Find out more FB: facebook.com/Vote4AnthonyReed Hosted by Patty Rose To support the podcast with a one time or monthly donation go to strpod.com/sponsors Endi…

Spent the Rent Podcast Presents 2 Pats in a Pod (Volume 5) Patric Miller joins the podcast as a guest to discuss the criminal indictment of Donald Trump. Miller is a longtime friend of the show and supporter. He has tons of cool experience in communications, music production, and more. Hosted by Patty Rose NEW SINGLE “Feel Of My Skin” By Patty Rose…

Joe Berney joins the podcast to discuss his time as Lane County Commissioner, talk about his life after elected office, and shares his insight on the future of Springfield, Oregon. To support the podcast with a one time or monthly donation go to strpod.com/sponsors Sponsored by Oregon Cash Flow Pro More Wealth, Less Debt… Fast! oregoncashflowpro.co…

Roger McConnell joins the podcast to discuss his music, recording with Patty Rose, and a benefit concert for his daughter, who was recently diagnosed with Leukemia. McConnell is a guitar wizard and natural performer who has been rockin’ stages in Oregon for decades. MORE INFO on Irie McConnell gofundme.com/irie-mcconnell To support the podcast with…

Alan Stout joins the podcast to discuss the division in the country, labor from a small business owner's perspective, and more. Stout is a Republican and former candidate for State Representative in Oregon’s House District 12. Hosted by Patty Rose To support the podcast with a one time or monthly donation go to strpod.com/sponsors Sponsored by Oreg…

Alan Zundel joins the podcast to discuss starvoting.org , his new podcast, and the state of politics in Oregon and beyond. Zundel is an author and host of the podcast “Political Dharma”. Hosted by Patty Rose To support the podcast with a one time or monthly donation go to strpod.com/sponsors Sponsored by Oregon Cash Flow Pro More Wealth, Less Debt……

K.I.Design joins the podcast. K.I. is a hip artist, entertainer, and owner/operator of the Big Dirty venue in Eugene, Oregon. Hosted by Patty Rose To support the podcast with a one time or monthly donation go to strpod.com/sponsors Ending Track (audio version only) “Claw Marks” By K.I.Design Sponsored by Oregon Cash Flow Pro More Wealth, Less Debt……

Dana Petersen-Crabb and Josh Knotts join the podcast as (remote) interview guests. They both work at ShelterCare, a local nonprofit working to provide housing and behavioral health services to individuals and families who are experiencing chronic homelessness, newly homeless, or at risk of homelessness. More Info @ sheltercare.org Hosted by Patty R…

Springfield, Oregon City Councilor Leonard Stoehr joins the podcast to discuss NBA basketball, a potential vacancy on the council, the future of Springfield/Eugene and Lane County and more. Hosted by Patty Rose To support the podcast with a one time or monthly donation go to strpod.com/sponsors Ending Track (audio version only) “Hang 12” By Buffalo…

Spent the Rent "official website" strpod.com Victor Keith joins the podcast. Keith is an artist and self proclaimed “author by accident”. His book “Race, Politics, and Religion” is available on Amazon @ https://a.co/d/3bGZMCf Hosted by Patty Rose To support the podcast with a one time or monthly donation go to strpod.com/sponsors To become a Patreo…

Devon Lawson-McCourt joins the podcast. Lawson-McCourt is a McKenzie High School student who is pushing legislators to lower the voting age to 16. Much like many of today’s youth, Lawson-McCourt is extremely passionate and engaged civically, primarily on a local grassroots level. Hosted by Patty Rose To support the podcast with a one time or monthl…

Mister Ooh-La-La joins the podcast to discuss wrestling in the Northwest,the time he was a guest on the Jerry Springer show, and his (2009) film “Earth Day” and the backlash that surrounded it. Mister is a wrestling impresario for POW! Wrestling, is an avid Elvis fan, and film aficionado. POW! Pro Wrestling powprowrestling.com Hosted by Patty Rose …

Daniel Isaacson joins the podcast to discuss the vacant City Council seat Eugene, Oregon Ward 7. Isaacson has lived in Ward 7 for 2.75 years; is a small business owner and partner in One Gro Inc.; has served as chair of the Eugene Planning Commission; promised to listen to the people in the area, and that they are focused on neighborhood issues, cr…

Thomas Hiura joins the podcast to discuss the ‘22 election results, and how it will affect those living in Eugene and Springfield, Oregon. Hiura is a former candidate for Eugene Mayor, a hip hop artist under the name Gradient, and host of the Broken Class Podcast. Hosted by Patty Rose To support the podcast with a one time or monthly donation go to…

James Otter joins the podcast to discuss his upcoming feature length independent film release “Valley of Sickness and Death” (coming Halloween!!). Otter is an eclectic, eccentric underground artist specializing in horror of all kinds. He runs a hidden community of poets and is known locally as the dark Poet Overlord. Watch Trailer youtube.com/watch…

Doyle Canning joins the podcast to give us her 2022 election endorsements. Canning is a former candidate for Oregon’s 4th Congressional District as a Democrat and is a strong voice for the progressive movement in Oregon. Lane County Drop Box Locations sos.oregon.gov/voting/Pages/drop-box-locator.aspx Hosted by Patty Rose Sponsored by Oregon Cash Fl…

Randy Groves joins the podcast to discuss houselessness in Lane County, the vacancy on City Council (after the Recall in Ward 7), issues affecting West Eugene, and more. Groves is City Councilor in Eugene, Oregon (Ward 8) and the former Chief and Executive Director for the Eugene-Springfield Fire Department. Watch on YouTube youtube.com/watch?v=3In…

Lou Sinniger (board member HCAO) joins the podcast to discuss Ballot Measure 111. A "yes" vote supports amending the state constitution to require that the state "ensure that every resident of Oregon has access to cost-effective, clinically appropriate and affordable health care as a fundamental right." More Info Health Care For All Oregon hcao.org…

Springfield, Oregon Mayor Sean VanGordon joins the podcast to discuss the upcoming election, public safety, transportation, and what is happening in Springfield. Watch on YouTube youtube.com/watch?v=IkSxHUGmfA4 Hosted by Patty Rose Donate to the podcast @ strpod.com/sponsors or Venmo @ SPENTtheRENT Sponsored by Oregon Cash Flow Pro Oregoncashflowpr…

Vince Casey joins the podcast to discuss the housing market in Lane County and what it takes to become a homeowner. Vince Casey is a Realtor in the Eugene and Springfield, Oregon area. Vince Casey Real Estate vincecasey.com Hosted by Patty Rose Donate to the podcast @ strpod.com/sponsors or Venmo @ SPENTtheRENT Sponsored by Oregon Cash Flow Pro Ore…

Michelle Emmons joins the podcast. Emmons is a candidate for State Representative in Oregon’s 12th District. She is a self-proclaimed “Dirt Road Democrat” spreading the message that “Rural Voices Matter”. Find out more about Emmons for Oregon @ emmonsfororegon.org Watch Episode of YouTube youtu.be/0i4z-OJu0ds Hosted by Patty Rose Donate to the podc…

André Sirois joins the podcast. Sirois is a professor of Journalism and Cinema Studies at the University of Oregon. Sirois is also an established hip hop artist, known as DJ Food Stamp (aka the REAL Dr. dré). Watch Episode of YouTube youtube.com/watch?v=mrQoY-rL3uE Hosted by Patty Rose Donate to the podcast @ strpod.com/sponsors or Venmo @ SPENTthe…

Garrett Bridgens joins the podcast. Garrett Bridgens is the Athletic Director of South Lane School District. Garrett’s wife, Heather, passed away April 8th, after her battle with cancer. Heather was an athlete, educator, coach, wife, and mother of 4. There has been an endowment fund started in Heather’s honor that is designed to help every kid in t…

Endr Won returns to the podcast for the third time. Endr Won is a hip hop artist based in Eugene, Oregon who has been rockin’ the mic for 2 decades and is promoting his newest album release “The Last Few Years” available on all major streaming sites ( linktr.ee/endrwon ) Watch Episode on YouTube youtube.com/watch?v=BcgOaj5-k0A Hosted by Patty Rose …

Cameron Derby joins the podcast as a guest. Derby is the (new) Sports Director for KEZI 9. Derby studied Journalism and Communications at the University of Oregon and has spent the past few years covering sports in his hometown of Medford, Oregon. Hosted by Patty Rose Donate to the podcast @ strpod.com/sponsors or Venmo @ SPENTtheRENT Sponsored by …

Representatives of the 40th Annual Slug Queen Competition Maiya Becker and “raining Queen” Galaxia Cosmos The 40th Annual S.L.U.G. Queen will take place Friday August 12th @ 6pm in Eugene, Oregon Watch this episode on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p3wQbFEJTeU Hosted by Patty Rose Donate to the podcast @ strpod.com/sponsors or Venmo @ SPEN…

Stream audio and video @ strpod.com Miguel Ramirez joins the podcast as a (remote) interview guest. Ramirez is a high school student at Springfield High School in Oregon. He has reached the FINAL round of a singing competition in Utah and could use our support to help him and his family cover expenses. MORE INFO GoFundMe gofundme.com/f/help-miguel-…

Sammy Warm Hands joins the podcast as a (remote) interview guest. Sammy is an author, hip hop artist, punk rock musician, co-host of the Bat Fan Addict podcast, and host of the Take 92 podcast. DFS Punk has a new album “Klandemic” available @ take92.com Watch this episode on YouTube youtube.com/watch?v=Ts_OXpquU3U Hosted by Patty Rose Donate to the…

Brandon Ferguson joins the podcast to discuss becoming a teacher, working with students and parents, and the challenges faced by educators in 2022. Ferguson is a teacher in Springfield, Oregon. Watch on YouTube link: youtube.com/watch?v=GNMo0p275tk Hosted by Patty Rose Donate to the podcast @ strpod.com/sponsors or Venmo @ SPENTtheRENT Sponsored by…

Lea Jones (of Buffalo Romeo) joins the podcast as an interview guest. Jones has been making music around the country for many many years. Mixing folk, Americana, country, blues, and more. After teaming up with guitarist Keenan Dorn to form Buffalo Romeo something magic happened. A duo emerged of singer/songwriters that have an age gap of over 40 ye…

Dakota Licea joins the podcast as an interview guest. Licea is an employee at SpaceBuds dispensary. Licea and the employees at SpaceBuds recently won their vote to join the Local 555 Hosted by Patty Rose Check out the podcast official website strpod.com Watch the podcast on YouTube @ youtube.com/2rd Sponsored by Oregon Cash Flow Pro More Wealth, Le…

Springfield City Councilor, Leonard Stoehr, joins the podcast as a remote interview guest. Stoehr has worked as the Labor Representative for the Teamsters Local 206 and has served on the Springfield Economic Development Agency, the Springfield Budget Committee, the Springfield Arts Commission, the Springfield Legislative Committee, the Springfield …