Best Primary Care Progress Podcasts (2024)

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Primaries 41:52

2h ago41:52

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Please donate to the show! Today we will discuss the recent primary elections! We will be covering what happened with the state house representative seats, talking a little bit about the governor's council, and what it's like to run a second time as a challenger. We'll also get into the system that we have in Massachusetts and why it is so broken. …

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Machinists’ union president rallies striking workers at Boeing’s Gresham facility 4:48

22m ago4:48

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Around 33,000 of Boeing’s unionized workers on the West Coast have been on strike since early Friday. That includes over 1,000 workers in Gresham. The walkout comes as the machinists’ union continues to negotiate toward better wages and pensions.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Organizing Revival is Here 49:08

2h ago49:08

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We discuss the Organizing Revival, launched by Citizen Action with our national partners earlier this year, which is investing in improving permanent organizing capacity in every corner of the country. Leaders from 9 Midwestern states converged in Milwaukee last week to strategize on this critical power building initiative. Next, Robert encourages …

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Oregon's Congressional District 5 - Part 3 5:02

19m ago5:02

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Oregon's Congressional District 5 - Part 3By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Class of 2025 students getting to graduation with a little help from their friends 4:30

29m ago4:30

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Class of 2025 students getting to graduation with a little help from their friendsBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Local elections officials are removing noncitizens from Oregon voter rolls, as controversy swirls 4:27

4d ago4:27

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The state is still working to identify how many people were improperly registered to vote despite not being U.S. citizens.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Oregon's 5th congressional district - Part 2 4:23

3h ago4:23

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Oregon's 5th congressional district - Part 2By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Episode 92 - Rob Ramirez 1:24:01

3d ago1:24:01

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Captain Rob Ramirez was born and raised in Miami, Florida. He has been a passionate student of the Fire Service for over 22 years and holds degrees in Fire Science and Public Administration. Rob is a state-certified Fire Instructor II, Fire Officer II, Safety Officer, and Live Fire Training Instructor. Since 2005, he has served as a Rescue Team Man…

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Urban-rural divide underscores tensions as congressional candidates vie for Clackamas County 5:03

16m ago5:03

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The battle between U.S. Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer and state Rep. Janelle Bynum could come down to Clackamas County. Winning Oregon’s 5th Congressional District could help decide control of the U.S. House of Representatives.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Treating Ovarian Cysts

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Dr. Eung-Mi Lee shares what women should know about these common growths on ovaries. She gives an overview of common symptoms patients may feel when experiencing ovarian cysts, including pelvic pain. She also covers what women should know before going in for a pelvic ultrasound, the most common imaging for detecting these cysts. She reviews the var…

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Commemorative art project honors victims of Komagata Maru tragedy (encore) 17:11

1h ago17:11

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In 2021, Vancouver City Council formally apologized for historical discrimination toward passengers travelling on board the Komagata Maru steamship from British India in 1914. Last month, the City unveiled special commemorative signs near the harbour honoring those impacted by the Komagata Maru tragedy. The street signs were designed by Jagandeep N…

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Record Oregon wildfire season keeps NWS meteorologists extremely busy 4:22

17m ago4:22

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Meteorologists say it’s been an incredibly busy summer tracking and forecasting the wildfires across Oregon.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Partisan group weeds out hopeful Bend city council candidates in nonpartisan race 3:41

31m ago3:41

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In Bend, this year’s city council race has been shaped by pledges some candidates made to the Deschutes County Democrats – and that means voters will have fewer choices in November.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Oregon football rivalry game expected to be a close one 5:42

8h ago5:42

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The Oregon-Oregon State game wasn't expected to be this interesting. The Beavers are playing well, and the Ducks aren't so much. Tyson Alger of the I-5 Corridor newsletter joins us to preview the game.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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In a sign of the times, Pendleton struggles to figure out what is and isn’t allowed 5:06

8h ago5:06

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The rise of the railroad helped create Pendleton, and that heritage can still be found in many downtown buildings. Now, the city is working to restore some of that frontier history while giving businesses the modern signs they say they need. But not everyone’s happy.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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With fundraising flagging, Oregon Republicans’ ambitions rely on Greg Walden 4:49

8h ago4:49

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Republican lawmakers in Oregon have struggled to raise campaign money this year. That means the GOP is increasingly relying on a familiar face: former Congressman Greg Walden.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Oregon program helps incarcerated youth and adoptable dogs alike. It’s called Project POOCH 4:51

8h ago4:51

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The youth development program, housed at MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility in Woodburn, teaches its participants specific skills and broader life lessons, all while finding homes for dogs in need.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Debating the debate 51:28

5d ago51:28

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Who won the Presidential debate and why? How epic was Trump’s failure on healthcare? And does any of it matter? It may but not for the reasons many pundits think. The biggest impact may be exciting the volunteer base that will get out the vote and win over swing voters. Where you jazzed up by the debate? If so, help make it happen! Sign up to volun…

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It’s All About Food - Bill Hatcher, The Red Planet, Gendered Landscapes and Violent Inequalities 58:04

3d ago58:04

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Bill Hatcher, The Red Planet, Gendered Landscapes and Violent Inequalities Bill Hatcher has instructed geography and anthropology courses since 1994, including: Peace Corps Tanzania, Alaska Pacific University, Matanuska-Susitna College, Blackburn University, National Outdoor Leadership School, Colorado Mountain College, Trinidad State College, and …

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Volunteers Advocate for Foster Care Kids 7:55

9d ago7:55

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Court-Appointed Special Advocates are volunteers for children in the foster care system.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Jewish Israeli scholar Maya Wind on her new book, Towers of Ivory and Steel (encore) 21:26

5d ago21:26

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In 2004, the Palestinian Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel called on international scholars to break ties with Israeli academic institutions. In response, Israeli academics claimed to be simply bystanders to the apartheid policies of the Israeli state. A new book reveals just how deeply Israeli universities are entangled with…

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R.G. Shore on memoir ‘The Ocean Inside Me 5:51

6d ago5:51

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R.G. Shore on memoir ‘The Ocean Inside Me,’ incarceration and healing racial traumaBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Audio 5:10

6d ago5:10

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The Ocean Inside of Me QABy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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The Battle 4 Wisconsin 46:24

9d ago46:24

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We are two months away from the November 5th election and campaigns are charging full speed ahead. Robert debriefs Tim Walz’s speech at LaborFest in Milwaukee this Monday and we discuss how Walz’s governing record in Minnesota can be a blueprint for Wisconsin Democrats, including a BadgerCare Public Option, paid family leave, a child tax credit, an…

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With deep debt and low-paying jobs, Portland alternative medicine graduates say their degrees will never pay off 5:03

7d ago5:03

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The Oregon College of Oriental Medicine is closing. Its graduates face one of the worst combinations of high debt and low earnings in the country.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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A private equity firm saved beloved Portland restaurants from bankruptcy. Then it stopped paying its bills 5:37

13d ago5:37

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The company that owns Sizzle Pie, Rudy’s Barbershop, See See Motor Coffee Co. and Bamboo Sushi is facing evictions and lawsuitsBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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NAYA celebrates 50 years of Native culture and history with upcoming powwow 5:52

7d ago5:52

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Portland's Native American Youth and Family Center celebrates culture and history with a powwow as nonprofit turns 50.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Class of 2025's first day of senior year 5:01

8d ago5:01

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OPB is nearing the end of a 13-year reporting project following a group of students in the Class of 2025. Today, several students in the class we’ve been following start senior year at David Douglas High School in Southeast Portland — their last, first day of high school.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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It’s All About Food - Nisha Vora, Big Vegan Flavor 57:22

14d ago57:22

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Nisha Vora, Big Vegan Flavor PART 1: Nisha Vora is a cookbook author, content creator, and former lawyer known for her innovative approach to vegan cooking. After graduating from Harvard Law School in 2012 and working as a lawyer, she exchanged her casebooks for cookbooks to follow her dream in the food world by creating Rainbow Plant Life, the veg…

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Drug possession is a crime again in Oregon. Here’s what you need to know 5:30

9d ago5:30

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Oregon has ended its experiment with drug decriminalization. Starting Sept. 1, possession of small amounts of illicit substances are once again considered a misdemeanor crime. Earlier this year, state lawmakers rolled back key provisions of Ballot Measure 110, the voter-passed initiative that decriminalized drugs nearly four years ago.…

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Chronic Migraine

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Dr. Moises Dominguez discusses what patients should know about chronic migraine. He shares the differences between episodic and chronic migraines, including the frequencies of occurrences of the latter type. He reviews how the migraine can be disabling and debilitating for people experiencing them. He also highlights the importance of shared decisi…

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Suing for Silence: Sexual Violence and Defamation (encore) 17:35

17d ago17:35

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A ground-breaking new book examines and exposes the use of defamation law to silence victims of sexual violence. Author Mandi Gray draws on media reports, courtroom observations, and interviews with silence breakers, activists, and lawyers from across Canada to examine the impact of so-called liar lawsuits on those who report or are thinking of rep…

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Portland's community solar program aims to lower utility bills 4:27

14d ago4:27

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Portland's community solar program aims to lower utility billsBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Fast fashion and its effect on Portland clothing makers 4:36

14d ago4:36

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Fast fashion and its effect on Portland clothing makersBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Better in a Union 54:18

21d ago54:18

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Happy Labor Day Weekend. We discuss the significance of Labor Day, the surging support for unions, particularly among young people, and the critical need to restore democracy at work by passing the Protect the Right to Organize (PRO) Act. We encourage all our listeners to attend an organized labor event near you, including Democratic Vice President…

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Spending the summer restoring Oregon waterways 4:34

15d ago4:34

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Spending the summer restoring Oregon waterwaysBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Portland water managers plan for a smoky future 4:48

16d ago4:48

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Portland water managers plan for a smoky futureBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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It’s All About Food - Erika Hazel The Bizerkeley Food Festival 54:29

21d ago54:29

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Erika Hazel The Bizerkeley Food Festival The Bizerkeley Vegan is the moniker of vegan entrepreneur Erika Hazel after she transitioned to the vegan lifestyle in Berkeley, California in 2016. Urban Dictionary defines “Berzerkeley” as a slang term used to describe the beautiful politically and socially liberal mecca that is the city of Berkeley (berse…

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The Montavilla Jazz Festival 5:33

19d ago5:33

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Talking with the Executive Director of The Montavilla Jazz FestivalBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Jérémie Harris on quantum physics and the need to regulate AI (encore) 18:32

20d ago18:32

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Jérémie Harris is a former physicist, an AI safety expert and a startup founder. He’s the author of “Quantum Physics Made Me Do It: A Simple Guide to the Fundamental Nature of Everything” and he was be a featured speaker at the 2024 Vancouver Writers Fest. We spoke with him about his new book and about the threats posed by the unregulated growth of…

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Portland’s east side poised to host 2 new venues, could boost the city’s music scene 5:00

21d ago5:00

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Two different projects are moving forward to develop entertainment venues that are able to accommodate audiences of more than 3,000 people.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Officials spearheading Oregon drug recriminalization could learn a lot from Washington 5:07

22d ago5:07

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Some of the people at the heart of that process believe Oregon is on the verge of making critical mistakes that mean many parts of the state will flop when it comes to meeting the overarching goal: steering drug users who are causing public angst and disorder away from the public eye and toward recovery.…

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State Legislative Wave? 58:58

26d ago58:58

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Citizen Action unveils more state legislative candidate endorsements and welcomes two of the newly endorsed candidates to the show, State Representative Jodi Emerson, who is running for reelection in a new more competitive district in the Chippewa Valley and Karen Kirsch who is running in Assembly District 7, a suburban Milwaukee district. We encou…

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Final XOXO festival this weekend 4:33

23d ago4:33

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The investigation into the mass shooting last October in Lewiston, Maine, said local law enforcement and Army Reserve leaders failed repeatedly to take steps to prevent the tragidity. We’ll find out more in our newscast, just two minutes away on O-P-B. (IDS). Today is Tuesday August 20th … it’s 4 o'clock … Good afternoon. 4:00 BILLBOARD This is OPB…

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Multnomah County sheriff agrees to jail people under Portland camping policy, for now 4:08

23d ago4:08

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In a reversal, Multnomah County Sheriff Nicole Morrisey O’Donnell has agreed to start booking people into jail who have been charged with violating Portland's anti-camping policy.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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It’s All About Food -Ron Weiss, MD, Ethos Primary Care and Ethos Farm 58:42

24d ago58:42

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Ron Weiss, MD, Ethos Primary Care and Ethos Farm Dual Board-certified in internal medicine and lifestyle medicine, Ron Weiss, MD is a primary care  physician in New Jersey and New York, who serves as Executive Director of Ethos Primary Care and as Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. Dr. Weiss is not only a…

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Shelter 28:52

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Please donate to the show! Today we will discuss shelter, including legislation such as ERAP and RAFT, the current policy sphere, how it has changed, how it affects cities and towns, and how Governor Healy has been engaging with this issue. City Councilor Etel Haxhiaj joins Jordan Berg Powers, Jonathan Cohn, and Anna Callahan to chat about Massachu…

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Treatments for Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis (PPMS)

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Dr. Jai S. Perumal discusses what patients should know about available treatments for primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS). She reviews how the symptoms of inflammation outside of the brain develop gradually and the rates of occurrence between men and women. She highlights how early intervention to prevent further damage and the comprehens…

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Columbia River Swimmer 5:59

1M ago5:59

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Oregon swimmer braves a 5-mile swim across the Columbia River — and her own traumaBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Colonial powers intact despite Indigenous child welfare court victory (encore) 16:02

26d ago16:02

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In February, the Supreme Court dismissed a challenge by Quebec to the Canadian government’s Indigenous child welfare law, reversing a Quebec Court of Appeal decision to declare the 2019 federal law partly unconstitutional. The decision was widely celebrated by First Nations, Inuit and Métis leaders. Yet, according to lawyer Bruce McIvor, the decisi…

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