Best Oregon Restaurant Podcasts (2024)

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Remembering former Washington Gov. Dan Evans 10:11

7h ago10:11

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Daniel J. Evans, who served three terms as governor of Washington, has died at the age of 98. He was the last Republican to serve as the state's governor.

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Oregon's history with table tennis goes way beyond ping pong diplomacy 5:22

35m ago5:22

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Oregon's history with table tennis goes way beyond ping pong diplomacyBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Trail Blazers heading to Sinclair and streaming 4:26

41m ago4:26

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The Portland Trail Blazers have partnered with Sinclair Broadcast Group as the future broadcast home for Blazers games, quadrupling the broadcast reach throughout Oregon and Washington. They're also introducing a direct-to-consumer streaming service called BlazerVision.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Climate change is pushing farmers to be more climate resilient 3:53

9m ago3:53

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Climate change is pushing farmers to be more climate resilientBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Celebration of around-the-world flight should be annual event 4:46

2h ago4:46

4:46

This week, the celebration of the centennial of the 1924 around-the-world flight is about to conclude with a series events around Seattle. Feliks Banel thinks there should be more of these events sooner rather than later.

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

22m ago4:48

4:48

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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Episode 26 - Adam Navarro: Toe 2 Toe Boxing 44:40

3h ago44:40

44:40

On this episode of Hustle Northwest, we step inside the ring and go toe to toe with Adam Navarro, the man behind Toe 2 Toe Boxing. 🥊 We talked about his passion for the sport and how he’s built a gym that welcomes everyone—from first-timers to seasoned fighters. Adam’s not just about training champions; he’s about creating a space where people can …

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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

4:30

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

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The former Mama's Mexican Kitchen in Belltown to be demolished 8:32

6d ago8:32

8:32

The former Mama's Mexican Kitchen in Belltown to be demolished

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The former Mama's Mexican Restaurant in Belltown to be demolished 8:32

5h ago8:32

8:32

The former Mama's Mexican Restaurant in Belltown to be demolished

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

4d ago4:27

4:27

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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Best Food in New Orleans, London, New York, and Stockholm with Rising Star Chef E.J. Lagasse 32:49

24m ago32:49

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Honoring his family’s legacy while pushing boundaries to innovate New Orleans cuisine for the next generation is the 21-year-old patron chef of Emeril’s in New Orleans and son of renowned chef Emeril Lagasse, E.J. Lagasse who joins Bruce on this season four finale. E.J. takes us on a journey through his culinary evolution, starting with his early—v…

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Lt. Col. William Barret Travis 23:54

7d ago23:54

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Col. James Bowie was too sick to command the troops at the Alamo, so Col. Travis took over. Historians have debated how he died. Some say he died by suicide, others that he died fighting a Mexican officer, or that he was captured and killed. Some say he was shot while on the rampart. Joe, the only survivor, said Travis fired his double-barreled sho…

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

16m ago5:03

5:03

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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Ruth Milstein - Recipes For Rosh Hashanah 29:00

7h ago29:00

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Celebrate Rosh Hashanah (Oct. 2-4, 2024) with Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book, “Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine.” Ruth loves to bring family and friends together to celebrate holidays, and the Jewish New Year is the perfect way to do that. Her recipes include some of the key ingredients that …

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

17m ago4:22

4:22

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

3:41

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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Corn Maze 5:47

13d ago5:47

5:47

Corn Maze

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#396 Gary Okazaki's Recent Faves 1:12:22

11d ago1:12:22

1:12:22

Right at the Fork's most frequent guest, Gary Okazaki (@garythefoodie), joins Chris on the podcast to discuss his favorite most recent experiences in the Portland food world. Right at the Fork is supported by: Zupan's Markets: www.Zupans.com RingSide Steakhouse: www.RingSideSteakhouse.com Portland Food Adventures: www.PortlandFoodAdventures.com…

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

8h ago5:42

5:42

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

4:51

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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Episode 25 - Jason Greenwood: Divine Distillers 47:48

7d ago47:48

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In this episode, we hang out with Jason Greenwood, the founder of Divine Distillery, and get into the real story behind how he built an award-winning brand from the ground up. We talk about what it takes to grow a distillery, the challenges that come with it, and the wild ride of staying on the right side of the law while managing a business in a h…

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Railroad history conferences in Everett 8:40

15d ago8:40

8:40

Railroad history conferences in Everett

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Frontier Restaurants 24:11

6d ago24:11

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Tired of beans, new restaurants opened in Tombstone Arizona. Nellie Cashman opened the Russ House with 600 diners on opening day. Quong Kee was considered the best cook in Arizona, opened the Can Can Restaurant and Hindquarter Cafe. Menus would rival some of the best restaurants of today. Oregon Trail food included bacon, bread, rice, coffee, pies,…

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Volunteers Advocate for Foster Care Kids 7:55

9d ago7:55

7:55

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

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

6d ago5:51

5:51

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

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Audio 5:10

18d ago5:10

5:10

The Ocean Inside of Me QABy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Donna George - September is Sweet and Spicy 19:46

7d ago19:46

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From local honey and Medjool dates to jalapeno peanut brittle and all kinds of salsas, relishes, and preserves, celebrate the sweet and spice of September with this episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio foodie podcast featuring Donna George. Check out Donna's recipe for Pita Pockets with Chinese Chicken-Peanut Sauce: https://blendradioan…

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066 - Zac Podmore - Life After Dead Pool: Lake Powell's Last Days and the Rebirth of the Colorado river 1:07:51

7d ago1:07:51

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A conversation with journalist and author Zak Podmore about their book, Life After Dead Pool: Lake Powell's Last Days and the Rebirth of the Colorado River (Torrey House Press, 2024). In addition to stories for the Salt Lake Tribune, Podmore also published Confluence: Navigating the Personal & Political on Rivers of the New West (Torrey House Press…

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#395 Jamal Hassan - Ice Cold Co. 1:10:31

7d ago1:10:31

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Jamal Hassan is a seasoned beverage consultant and the owner of Ice Cold Co., a Portland-based company specializing in clear craft cocktail ice. With over 20 years of experience in the beverage and hospitality industry, Jamal has developed and overseen bar programs at award-winning restaurants such as Ox, Tasty N’ Alder, and Mediterranean Explorati…

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

18d ago5:03

5:03

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

5:37

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

5:52

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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Episode 24 - Whitney Ulven & Monica Bochsler: Mt. Angel Oktoberfest 43:28

14d ago43:28

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In this episode of Hustle Northwest, we’re excited to welcome Whitney Ulven and Monica Bochsler from the renowned Mt. Angel Oktoberfest for a truly wunderbar conversation! 🍻 We explore the rich history of this beloved festival in the heart of the Willamette Valley, tracing its Bavarian roots and evolution into one of Oregon’s most iconic cultural e…

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Peggy Fiandaca - Pairing Wines with Mexican and Southwestern Cuisine 47:51

12d ago47:51

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Get ready to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15, 2024) and International Grenache Day (Sept. 20) on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast. Hear about the start of the harvest season at the LDV Winery Vineyard, Peggy's wine term of the month, and tips on pairing wine wih spicy Mexican and Southwestern cuis…

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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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Sumner plaques being given away stirs controversy 9:50

13d ago9:50

9:50

Sumner plaques being given away stirs controversy

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Heavy Mountain Music and Beer Fest in Asheville, North Carolina 35:00

17d ago35:00

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Get ready for Halloween with this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show that focuses on Heavy Mountain Music and Beer Fest, held Oct 25-26, 2024 at the Orange Peel and Burial Beer's Eulogy. Featuring an array of iconic artists and genre spanning acts, exclusive pours from the area’s finest breweries, and hair-raisi…

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

9d ago5:30

5:30

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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How to Have Truly Local Food, Drink, and Culinary Experiences—at Sea—from Crete to Provence, Iceland to South Africa 36:36

14d ago36:36

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A new approach to food, drink, and culinary experiences at sea, that's what host Bruce sits down with Andrea Tonet, the VP of Product Strategy at Silversea, to chat about in this episode of Travel That Matters. Hear how those experiences bring a true local taste to each destination, no matter where in the world you are. Andrea takes us around the w…

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Widows on the Oregon Trail 24:03

22d ago24:03

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To become a widow along the trail could mean being left behind or worse. Help and compassion would only go so far. Widows driving the wagon might lose an unattended child to accidents. Disease also took its toll on the children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Dr. Ken Turner

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