Best The Oregonian Podcasts (2024)

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Ducks Confidential: Is Oregon the best team in the country? 1:01:35

2d ago1:01:35

1:01:35

The No. 1 Oregon Ducks blew the doors off Illinois on Saturday, going up 35-3 at half en route to a 38-9 win. With four games to go and the clear parity in college football, is Oregon the best team in the country? Plus, looking back at what made the Illinois game so dominant for the Ducks, and a deeper look across the Big Ten and college football l…

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A makeshift cell, a daring escape: Oregon trial brings kidnapper to justice 29:50

4d ago29:50

29:50

The Oregonian/OregonLive's Maxine Bernstein reported on the two-week trial in federal court that brought to light a pattern of crimes by defendant Negasi Zuberi. A final twist as the case was headed to the jury threatened to hold up the final verdict. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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CLASSICS (Bonus Episode): Nick Groff! 1:11:46

13m ago1:11:46

1:11:46

In the spirit of the spooky season, here's another "classic" episode from the archives! Cliff and Bobo chat with paranormal investigator Nick Groff about poltergeists, haunted places, and more! Sign up for our weekly bonus podcast "Beyond Bigfoot & Beyond" and ad-free episodes here: https://www.patreon.com/bigfootandbeyondpodcast Get official "Bigf…

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5 of the spookiest hikes in Oregon 31:06

1h ago31:06

31:06

What makes a hike spooky? Is it the dark, misty environment of a Northwest fall day? Or the old, abandoned buildings sometimes found on the trail? On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we investigate five of the spookiest hiking areas around Oregon, just in time for the dark season. Our picks range from the Oregon coast to the high desert, with…

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Is Michigan's Big House really 'not that loud'? 58:16

7h ago58:16

58:16

Oregon will play the highlight of its road schedule this season when it travels to Ann Arbor to face Michigan. The Ducks beat the Wolverines in front of 109,733 people at the Big House in 2007, but few current Ducks really know what to expect in college football’s largest stadium. Derrick Harmon, however, does. The D-lineman who previously played a…

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Ep. 286 - Clobo's Ghost Stories! 46:12

2d ago46:12

46:12

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay share their spookiest experiences and apparitional encounters in this Halloween-themed episode! Sign up for our weekly bonus podcast "Beyond Bigfoot & Beyond" and ad-free episodes here: https://www.patreon.com/bigfootandbeyondpodcast Get official "Bigfoot & Beyond with Cliff & Bobo" merchandise here: https://sas…

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Trail Blazers were a hot mess in the opener. Is it a fluke or a bad sign? 41:03

5d ago41:03

41:03

The Blazer Focused podcast, hosted by Aaron Fentress of The Oregonian/OregonLive, and Craig Birnbach, is back with another episode. Fentress and Birnbach evaluate the Trail Blazers' 139-104 loss to the Golden State Warriors Wednesday night to open the season. They also discuss any silver linings, Scoot Henderson not starting and when the Blazers mi…

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Blazer Focused: Trail Blazers were a hot mess in the opener. Is it a fluke or a bad sign? 41:03

6d ago41:03

41:03

The Blazer Focused podcast, hosted by Aaron Fentress of The Oregonian/OregonLive, and Craig Birnbach, is back with another episode. Fentress and Birnbach evaluate the Trail Blazers' 139-104 loss to the Golden State Warriors Wednesday night to open the season. They also discuss any silver linings, Scoot Henderson not starting and when the Blazers mi…

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What’s to blame for rift between the Timbers and star Evander? Money, of course 58:03

6d ago58:03

58:03

The Timbers season-ending 5-0 loss to Vancouver on Wednesday was bad enough, but vague and intriguing late-night tweets from star player Evander indicating actions by the team’s management were at the team’s struggles turned a bad night into an outright scandal. On the latest episode of the Oregonian Sports Podcast, sports columnist Bill Oram expla…

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5 Pacific Northwest holiday events worth traveling to 27:21

6d ago27:21

27:21

Just about every town in America has a tree lighting event, walk-through light display or downtown shopping night for the holidays, but a few spots like to do something a little extra. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we look at the Pacific Northwest holiday events that might be worth traveling to, from busy winter festivals to visits from…

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Ducks Confidential: Oregon wallops Purdue, faces real test in Illinois 1:04:13

9d ago1:04:13

1:04:13

The Oregon Ducks are the No. 1 team in the country after putting the hurt on Purdue over the weekend. Can they avoid an upset this week against a tough No. 20 Illinois team? This week on Ducks Confidential, co-hosts Ryan Clarke and James Crepea break it all down and look ahead to the home stretch of the 2024 season. Plus, basketball is on the horiz…

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Unpacking pre-election poll results with John Horvick 26:51

9d ago26:51

26:51

The senior vice president at DHM Research decodes his firm's recent polling on the Portland mayor's race, voter attitudes about downtown and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Oregonian/OregonLive

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Oregon State shows signs of being a good team, but are they experienced enough to finish off opponents? 39:15

9d ago39:15

39:15

Oregon State finds itself heading to a critical juncture of the 2024 football season after the Beavers lost to UNLV 33-25 Saturday night. Among things discussed on this week’s Beaver Banter podcast is whether the Beavers know how to put away an opponent. For a third consecutive week, OSU built a double-digit lead, only to lose it. The Oregonian/Ore…

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Beaver Banter: Oregon State shows signs of being a good team, but are they experienced enough to finish off opponents? 39:15

11d ago39:15

39:15

Oregon State finds itself heading to a critical juncture of the 2024 football season after the Beavers lost to UNLV 33-25 Saturday night. Among things discussed on this week’s Beaver Banter podcast is whether the Beavers know how to put away an opponent. For a third consecutive week, OSU built a double-digit lead, only to lose it. The Oregonian/Ore…

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Ep. 285 - Clobo's Overflow Questions! 1:01:53

9d ago1:01:53

1:01:53

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay catch up after a trip to Bluff Creek! Bobo laments the sale of his trailer once more, and the duo tackle a few of the leftover questions from the most recent Q&A episode! Sign up for our weekly bonus podcast "Beyond Bigfoot & Beyond" and ad-free episodes here: https://www.patreon.com/bigfootandbeyondpodcast Get …

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CLASSICS (Bonus Episode): Oregonian Sasquatches! 1:06:43

14d ago1:06:43

1:06:43

Back in May of 2022, Cliff sat down at the North American Bigfoot Center to interview Lance, an Oregonian who has experienced multiple sasquatch encounters! Check out this "classic" conversation from our archives! Sign up for our weekly bonus podcast "Beyond Bigfoot & Beyond" and ad-free episodes here: https://www.patreon.com/bigfootandbeyondpodcas…

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6 perfect fall hiking spots close to Portland 28:53

13d ago28:53

28:53

With apologies to summer, fall is a perfect season for hiking. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we cover some of the very best fall hiking destinations close to Portland, which areconvenient outings for the ever-shortening days. Covering Mount Hood, the Coast Range, the Columbia River Gorge and Portland proper, these hikes are great places…

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Oregon and Ohio State delivered a game that was even better than the hype 52:10

17d ago52:10

52:10

No. 3 Oregon’s win over second-ranked Ohio State was always one of the most anticipated games of the year. Both teams, college football fans and reporters, had Oct. 12 circled on their calendars for a year. But no matter how great the hype was, the two powerhouse programs managed to deliver a game that was even better. On this week’s episode of the…

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Blazer Focused: Evaluating the Trail Blazers after 2 preseason games 37:32

17d ago37:32

37:32

Aaron Fentress of The Oregonian/OregonLive and Craig Birnbach evaluate the Trail Blazers’ first two preseason games, specifically the play of Scoot Henderson and rookie Donovan Clingan. Plus, they reflect on coach Chauncey Billups’ Hall of Fame speech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Evaluating the Trail Blazers after 2 preseason games 37:32

15d ago37:32

37:32

Aaron Fentress of The Oregonian/OregonLive and Craig Birnbach evaluate the Trail Blazers’ first two preseason games, specifically the play of Scoot Henderson and rookie Donovan Clingan. Plus, they reflect on coach Chauncey Billups’ Hall of Fame speech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Ducks Confidential: Recapping Oregon’s thrilling, historic win over Ohio State 1:00:33

18d ago1:00:33

1:00:33

It was a special night at Autzen Stadium on Saturday. The Oregon Ducks proved their mettle against a powerhouse Ohio State team, winning one of the biggest regular season games in program history in front of a record crowd. This week on Ducks Confidential, co-hosts Ryan Clarke and James Crepea break down a game filled with defining moments, and zoo…

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Do tribes see a way forward for Oregon’s offshore wind? 44:06

16d ago44:06

44:06

At the end of September, when the federal government canceled Oregon’s first-ever offshore wind lease sale, many people were left with questions about why and what’s next. The announcement from the U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management came after Gov. Tina Kotek sent a letter to the agency asking it to stop the Oct. 15 auction. Kotek cited tribal …

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Beaver Banter: Oregon State’s offense has arrived, but is it enough to offset the defensive issues? 43:53

19d ago43:53

43:53

Where does Oregon State go from here after its run defense failed in a 42-37 loss at Nevada? It is a significant portion of the discussion on this week’s Beaver Banter podcast, featuring former OSU defensive end Isaac Hodgins and The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Nick Daschel. On the podcast, we talk at length the issues on defense and whether they’re fix…

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Oregon State’s offense has arrived, but is it enough to offset the defensive issues? 43:53

19d ago43:53

43:53

Where does Oregon State go from here after its run defense failed in a 42-37 loss at Nevada? It is a significant portion of the discussion on this week’s Beaver Banter podcast, featuring former OSU defensive end Isaac Hodgins and The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Nick Daschel. On the podcast, we talk at length the issues on defense and whether they’re fix…

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Ep. 284 - Q&A - October, 2024 1:12:23

16d ago1:12:23

1:12:23

Cliff Barackman and Matt Pruitt answer listener questions in this new Q&A episode while James "Bobo" Fay is out of the office! If you would like to submit a question for a future Q&A episode, please use the contact form or voicemail link here: https://www.bigfootandbeyondpodcast.com/contact To hear the previous guests mentioned in this episode, che…

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CLASSICS (Bonus Episode): Surrounded by Sasquatches! 40:38

19d ago40:38

40:38

Here's another listener favorite from the Clobo Archives! In this "classic" episode from June of 2023, Cliff and Pruitt speak with a witness who had a frighteningly close encounter with multiple sasquatches. Additionally, Bobo regales his compatriots with the hilarious reason for his absence during the interview! Sign up for our weekly bonus podcas…

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A two week solo backpacking trip exploring the Wallowas 37:59

22d ago37:59

37:59

For some adventurers, a two to four day backpacking trip can be the perfect amount of time to disconnect with the business of day to day life and reconnect with the nature around us. But, for others, a longer trip is needed, or in this case, wanted. This week on Peak Northwest podcast, breaking news and enterprise reporter Fedor Zarkhin recounts hi…

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Blazer Focused: Trail Blazers already hit by injuries ahead of first preseason game 43:45

23d ago43:45

43:45

The Blazer Focused podcast, hosted by Aaron Fentress of The Oregonian/OregonLive and Craig Birnbach, discusses troubling injuries to Shaedon Sharpe and Robert Williams III, Fan Fest, and the preseason opener Friday in Seattle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Oregonian/OregonLive

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Trail Blazers already hit by injuries ahead of first preseason game 43:45

21d ago43:45

43:45

The Blazer Focused podcast, hosted by Aaron Fentress of The Oregonian/OregonLive and Craig Birnbach, discusses troubling injuries to Shaedon Sharpe and Robert Williams III, Fan Fest, and the preseason opener Friday in Seattle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Oregonian/OregonLive

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Do we still think Oregon will beat Ohio State? 51:30

24d ago51:30

51:30

A month ago on the Oregonian Sports podcast, both hosts predicted that Oregon would beat Ohio State at Autzen Stadium on Oct. 12. Now, that the weekend is upon us and we have a body of work by which to judge both teams in this titanic clash of top-3 teams, do Bill Oram and Brenna Greene stand by those picks? Also discussed on this week’s episode: •…

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Ducks Confidential: Is Oregon-Ohio State the biggest game in Autzen Stadium history? 57:15

25d ago57:15

57:15

Ducks reporter James Crepea and special guest Bill Oram, sports columnist for The Oregonian/OregonLive, review Oregon’s dominant win over Michigan State and what can be taken from the first 5 games as the Ducks prepare for the Buckeyes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Oregonian/OregonLive

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Who will be Portland’s next mayor? 34:35

23d ago34:35

34:35

On the latest Beat Check, Oregonian/OregonLive reporters Shane Dixon Kavanaugh and Julia Silverman discuss the prospects of Portland mayoral hopefuls Rene Gonzalez, Carmen Rubio and Keith Wilson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Oregonian/OregonLive

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Beaver Banter with Isaac Hodgins: Oregon State puts on a fireworks show, and was tight end the key to success? 49:19

26d ago49:19

49:19

Oregon State’s thrilling 39-31 double overtime win over Colorado State is the focus on this week’s Beaver Banter podcast, featuring former OSU defensive end Isaac Hodgins and The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Nick Daschel. On the podcast, we discuss what went right and wrong – there was plenty of both – during the performance. Hodgins has been preaching f…

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Oregon State puts on a fireworks show, and was tight end the key to success? 49:19

26d ago49:19

49:19

Oregon State’s thrilling 39-31 double overtime win over Colorado State is the focus on this week’s Beaver Banter podcast, featuring former OSU defensive end Isaac Hodgins and The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Nick Daschel. On the podcast, we discuss what went right and wrong – there was plenty of both – during the performance. Hodgins has been preaching f…

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Ep. 283 - The Lake Worth Monster with Lyle Blackburn! 55:59

23d ago55:59

55:59

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay welcome author, rocker, and 'squatcher Lyle Blackburn back to the podcast! Lyle discusses his recently released book "Lake Worth Monster: The True Story of the Greer Island Goatman" and the encounters that inspired the legend! Purchase Lyle's new book here: https://www.monstrobizarro.com/Store/Product.asp?Catego…

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Why jumping to the rebuilding Pac-12 was the right move for college basketball power Gonzaga 47:24

28d ago47:24

47:24

The Pac-12 landed a whale in its realignment rush this week when Gonzaga agreed to join as a non-football member. The Zags have been to the NCAA Tournament for 25 years, the Sweet 16 for the last nine, and two Final Fours in the last decade. They dramatically boost the hoops profile of the reimagined conference. On this episode of the Oregon Sports…

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CLASSICS (Bonus Episode): Michael's Mysterious Neighbors! 1:00:58

26d ago1:00:58

1:00:58

Here's another listener favorite from the archives! Back in March of 2022, Cliff and Bobo spoke with their friend Michael, a Pacific Northwest resident whose family experienced several sasquatch encounters and sightings on their property. Dig into this "classic" episode to hear their stories! Sign up for our weekly bonus podcast "Beyond Bigfoot & B…

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A first-time triathlete's takeaways from IRONMAN 70.3 Washington Tri-Cities 30:00

27d ago30:00

30:00

A triathlon can be a daunting experience. Combine swimming, cycling and running into one event and you have a race that countless endurance athletes look forward to each year. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, host Vickie Connor recounts her latest race: IRONMAN 70.3 Washington Tri-Cities. Here are some highlights from this week’s show: Whe…

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Blazer Focused: Trail Blazers start training camp, seek clarity on franchise's direction 1:01:29

1M ago1:01:29

1:01:29

The Blazer Focused podcast, hosted by Aaron Fentress of The Oregonian/OregonLive and Craig Birnbach, reviews Monday’s media and examines the best position battles that began with Tuesday’s start of training camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Oregonian/OregonLive

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Trail Blazers start training camp, seek clarity on franchise's direction 1:01:29

1M ago1:01:29

1:01:29

The Blazer Focused podcast, hosted by Aaron Fentress of The Oregonian/OregonLive and Craig Birnbach, reviews Monday’s media and examines the best position battles that began with Tuesday’s start of training camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Oregonian/OregonLive

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Ducks Confidential: UCLA recap, Michigan State preview 57:45

1M ago57:45

57:45

The Oregon Ducks took care of business on the road at UCLA, and they return home on a short week to face the Michigan State Spartans on Friday night. What are some of the keys to this final game before Ohio State, and what should Duck fans want to see out of an Oregon team finding its stride? Plus, could Duck and Beaver fans unite around the return…

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Election 2024 help for Oregon, Portland voters is here 23:06

1M ago23:06

23:06

The general election is fast approaching and Oregon journalists are working hard to inform voters. The Oregonian/OregonLive’s politics team is tackling everything from congressional races to local measures. A particular focus this fall is Portland’s new ranked-choice voting system. Jamie Goldberg, who with Betsy Hammond leads the newsroom’s politic…

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Beaver Banter: Bye week is no time for an Oregon State vacation, and can we get a little love for the tight end? 38:06

1M ago38:06

38:06

Time for the latest Beaver Banter podcast, where The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Nick Daschel and former Oregon State defensive end Isaac Hodgins talk and analyze what’s going on with Beaver football. With OSU off last Saturday, this week’s podcast focuses on what happens during a bye week, analyzing the first four games of the season and what’s ahead i…

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Bye week is no time for an Oregon State vacation, and can we get a little love for the tight end? 38:06

1M ago38:06

38:06

Time for the latest Beaver Banter podcast, where The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Nick Daschel and former Oregon State defensive end Isaac Hodgins talk analyze what’s going on with Beaver football. With OSU off last Saturday, this week’s podcast focuses on what happens during a bye week, analyzing the first four games of the season and what’s ahead in Oc…

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Ep. 282 - A Very Close Encounter in New Mexico! 53:44

1M ago53:44

53:44

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay speak with Irwing Aguilara, a Texas resident who recently saw a sasquatch at very close range while on a road trip with his son in the Gila Mountains of New Mexico! Read Irwing's report and see images of the area here: https://www.bfro.net/GDB/show_report.asp?id=77610 Sign up for our weekly bonus podcast "Beyond…

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Oregonian Sports: Evaluating where the scrambling Pac-12 can turn next after rebuild errors 1:03:04

1M ago1:03:04

1:03:04

The Pac-12 sits with seven teams after raiding the Mountain West Conference, but was stymied in its pursuit of UNLV as well as a handful of universities in the American Athletic Conference. Where does the rebuilding conference turn next? Hosts Bill Oram and Brenna Greene of KOIN attempt to answer that question on a jam-packed episode of the Oregoni…

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CLASSICS (Bonus Episode): The Legendary Mike Greene! 57:25

1M ago57:25

57:25

This "classic" episode features the late, great Mike Greene! Mike was a devoted sasquatch researcher, author, and the man who obtained one of the most compelling pieces of thermal imaging video thus far! In this archival interview, Cliff and Bobo speak with Mike about his journey, the story behind the "Squeaky" video, his adventures in sasquatchery…

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How to explore Southern Oregon's highway of waterfalls 27:39

1M ago27:39

27:39

If you find yourself traveling from Portland to Crater Lake National Park, consider taking a slightly longer, scenic route to enjoy the trip. This week on Peak Northwest podcast, we talk about a few of the many highlights of Highway 138, lovingly known at Oregon’s highway of waterfalls. The stretch of roadway between Roseburg and Diamond Lake offer…

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What ails the Oregon State defense, and the expanded running game 44:43

1M ago44:43

44:43

This week’s edition of Beaver Banter podcast looks at Oregon State’s 38-21 win over Purdue, as well as a second look at the Oregon loss two weeks ago. Beaver Banter is an Oregonian/OregonLive podcast where former OSU defensive lineman Isaac Hodgins and beat reporter Nick Daschel talk about all things Beaver football. Nick and Isaac hit numerous top…

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Blazer Focused: Blazers get new TV partner, guard preview, WNBA to PDX 47:55

1M ago47:55

47:55

The Blazer Focused podcast, hosted by Aaron Fentress of The Oregonian/OregonLive and Craig Birnbach, continues with training camp previews, this time assessing the guards. Also, the new TV partner is announced, and the WNBA will return to Portland in 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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