Best Workforce Waves Podcasts (2024)

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The life and legacy of chef Naomi Pomeroy 7:48

11m ago7:48

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James Beard award winning chef and icon of Portland's culinary landscape, Naomi Pomeroy, has died. Journalist and Food Critic Karen Brooks joined OPB to look back at Pomeroy's life and legacy.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Grim Theatre brings the circus out of the big top 5:12

17m ago5:12

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Grim Theatre brings the circus out of the big topBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Housekeeping segment about the upcoming shows for the next two weeks 5:02

7h ago5:02

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Send us a Text Message. This is a brief introduction to our format for the next two weeks of podcast episodes. We had a storytelling issue because the events covered were things that occurred simultaneously on opposite sides of the world. We broke them apart in order to not leave you confused as these events unfolded. We also decided to change the …

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Team Oregon Moto Training gets motorcyclists rolling 4:34

17m ago4:34

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Team Oregon Moto Training gets motorcyclists rollingBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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RICHARD NIXON and WATERGATE, 1974 The Fall ( Part 5) The Battle Lines are Drawn 1:09:21

3h ago1:09:21

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we examine the events that led to the Supreme Court Case of The United States of America vs Richard Nixon, President of the United States of America. We examine the wrangling over just how many tapes the Special Prosecutor would ask for and his attempt to blackmail the President into backing off of his claim …

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The impact of inflated wellbeing policies 19:23

1d ago19:23

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According to Roxanne Calder, the age of COVID-19 blurred the lines between workplace wellness and individual wellbeing, with new expectations for workplace policies creating undue burdens for businesses and their leaders. In this episode of The HR Leader podcast, host Jack Campbell speaks with EST10 founder Roxanne Calder about revamped policies po…

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Peter Courtney, legendary and longtime leader of Oregon’s state Senate, has died 5:02

12m ago5:02

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Peter Courtney, the longest-serving state lawmaker in Oregon history whose booming oratories and one-of-a-kind style made him a Salem legend, died Tuesday. He was 81.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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The Willamette River has a trash problem. Homeless camp removals could be making it worse 5:22

15m ago5:22

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Environmental groups say riverside homeless encampments are polluting waterways. People experiencing homelessness say urban camp removals are pushing them there.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Oregon’s transportation system is due for an overhaul next year. Here’s what you need to know 5:02

17m ago5:02

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Finding a solution to the state’s road funding problems is one of the highest-profile — and politically tricky — problems lawmakers will consider next year.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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The Willamette River has a trash problem and homeless camp removals could be making it worse 5:26

21m ago5:26

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The Willamette River has a trash problem and homeless camp removals could be making it worseBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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The Best of Both Worlds | Structured Freedom in Unschooling 37:03

2h ago37:03

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🌱 Balancing freedom and structure in unschooling ensures that children thrive while enjoying the benefits of self-directed learning. 🔥🔥🔥 HOMESCHOOL RESCUE: Unschooled Unleashed's signature coaching program. 🚨 Exploring Unschooling? New to Homeschooling or trying to blend the two? 🌟 Our commitment at Homeschool Rescue is to help parents: 💪 Homeschoo…

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RICHARD NIXON and WATERGATE, 1974 THE FALL ( Part 4 ) The House Judiciary Committee Begins the Impeachment Hearings 1:00:51

9h ago1:00:51

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we cover the opening day of the Impeachment Hearing of the House Judiciary Committee. We listen to staffers of the committee and a couple of the committee members as they discuss the way the committee operated and the issues they faced as they moved forward to really look at the events. You will also hear fro…

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Portland volunteers gear up for annual bike count 5:03

35m ago5:03

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Each summer for more than 30 years, over 100 volunteers spend rush hour at intersections across Portland to tally vehicles. But they’re not counting car bumpers, but bike bells — it’s the city’s annual bicycle count.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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PBOT published incorrect vehicle registration data 5:06

1d ago5:06

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The Portland Bureau of Transportation has said half of Portland vehicles have lapsed registration. But DMV data shows that number is far lower.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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People-centred change in times of great upheaval 32:00

6d ago32:00

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In this special episode of The HR Leader Podcast, produced in partnership with O.C. Tanner, the global leader in strengthening organisational culture through meaningful employee recognition, Russell Flint and Paul Stratford discuss the challenges of managing change and uncertainty in the workplace during Newmont’s acquisition of Newcrest Mining. Ru…

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Months before taking office, Multnomah County’s DA-elect is shaping drug policy 4:22

3d ago4:22

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Emails obtained by OPB show drug users are more likely to face criminal penalties after input from Nathan Vasquez.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Portland passes halfway mark on massive transportation project. Can the central city get back on the move? 3:46

3d ago3:46

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Portland was once a national leader for bike and transit infrastructure. Now some people question whether the city has sidelined its ambitious transportation goals.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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RICHARD NIXON and WATERGATE, 1974 THE FALL ( Part 3 ) Figuring Out Impeachment 1:15:47

3d ago1:15:47

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we listen as the House Judiciary Committee sets up shop to start their look into the impeachment of Richard Nixon. You will hear from Bernard Nussbaum as he talks about the decision by John Doar not to aggressively investigate the facts of the case instead deciding they would collate the evidence already gath…

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The recent ‘tidal wave’ of industrial relations reform 20:41

3d ago20:41

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In the wake of voluminous change in the industrial relations space, it is critical to reflect on how such legislative updates will impact workplaces of all stripes and how both employers and employees can navigate such evolutions to working life. In this episode of The HR Leader podcast, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with barrister Ian Neil SC about…

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Pacific Power on outages in Talent amid heat wave 5:04

4d ago5:04

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Pacific Power has taken some criticism from elected leaders in Southern Oregon for cutting off power during this heat wave. The mayor of Talent, Oregon says her city deserves answers after six power outages in as many days.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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At work with a saltwater taffy maker 6:31

5d ago6:31

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In many beach towns, nostalgia is unlocked by nothing more easily than saltwater taffy. The Oregon coast is no different. But why is it called "saltwater" taffy anyway? And how does the sweet, stretchy, chewy stuff get made? For OPB's latest "At Work With" interview, we asked a Cannon Beach family that’s been in the taffy making business for more t…

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Think You Can't Afford to Homeschool? Think Again! 41:00

5d ago41:00

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💰 Discover creative financial strategies to make home education a reality, helping you break free from traditional schooling constraints without breaking the bank. Average House Price by State in 2024 - Motley Fool Child Care Is More Expensive Than Rent for the Average American Family - Bloomberg What’s the average square footage of a house? - Bank…

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RICHARD NIXON and WATERGATE, 1974 THE FALL (Part 2) The Players of the House Judiciary Committee Members and Staff: Who they were and how they got there 52:12

6d ago52:12

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we are going to introduce you to a new set of players in the saga of the fall of Richard Nixon. These are the members of the House Judiciary Committee and its staff. We chose five of them. Representatives Elizabeth Holtzman D-New York and Trent Lott R-Mississippi, two people at the very start of their long an…

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Oregon is getting hotter. This heat wave could break records 4:45

10d ago4:45

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The abnormally high temperatures coming later this week, part of a multiyear warming trend in Oregon, are prompting concerns about health in a state where many homes lack air conditioning.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Salem's Awesome 3000 is way more than a fun run 5:19

10d ago5:19

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Salem's Awesome 3000 is way more than a fun runBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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RICHARD NIXON and WATERGATE, 1974 THE FALL (Part 1) If You Can't Find it, Make it up, and Put it There 44:12

14d ago44:12

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Send us a Text Message. In this , the season premier or our final season on "Richard Nixon and Watergate 1974 - 1994 The Fall and Re-Rise of Richard Nixon" we take a thorough examination of the actual crime that our President had been accused of by the Watergate Special Prosecution Force. It was that he authorized the payment of $75,000 in hush mon…

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Why L&D can’t be ignored in the current climate 22:44

11d ago22:44

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Learning and development (L&D) is an area that is increasingly seeing more investment from companies across the board. However, in challenging economic times, it can be easy for business decision-makers to push L&D to the side – despite trying times, this will be a mistake. In this episode of The HR Leader Podcast, host Jack Campbell speaks with Wo…

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New transfer degree gives Central Oregon prisoners a sense of hope 4:38

11d ago4:38

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People incarcerated at state prisons in Oregon have access to a variety of educational opportunities. But facilities that offer full-on degrees are rare. A new program from Central Oregon Community College seeks to fill the prison higher education gap.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Oregon man wins World Elk Calling Championship 5:48

12d ago5:48

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Tony Gilbertson from Vernonia, Oregon took home the top prize at this year’s World Elk Calling Championships.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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The Post - Debate Show with highlights, analysis, and setting the record straight from the Debate a Half Century in the Making: Wine Banks vs Shepard (SPECIAL EVENT) 52:18

12d ago52:18

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Send us a Text Message. I told you it was a barn burner of a debate didn't I, and it lived up to the billing!! Now if you have not seen it here is the link: https://www.c-span.org/video/?521064-5/washington-journal-jill-wine-banks-geoff-shepard-discuss-watergate-50th-anniversary In this episode we go through many of the exchanges and provide you wi…

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The Pre-Debate Special Event Show for Wine Banks vs Shepard , The Debate A Half Century in the Making 24:23

12d ago24:23

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Send us a Text Message. WELCOME TO OUR FIRST EVER SPECIAL EVENT!!!!! We are so excited to put this event together to kick off the final season of our look back at, not only Watergate, but at our five season look back at the most controversial period in American History, the Vietnam War Era . This episode is an attempt to introduce you to the two hi…

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The Future of Work | Preparing Kids for Tomorrow’s Job Market | Part 2 34:20

12d ago34:20

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🔬 In part 2 of our series on preparing your kids for the future workforce, we’ll explore how to foster adaptability, integrate practical math and English skills into everyday life, and ignite a passion for science, ensuring your child is ready for any challenge ahead. 🔥🔥🔥 HOMESCHOOL RESCUE: Unschooled Unleashed's signature coaching program. 🚨 Explo…

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Instructions for the Wine Banks vs Shepard Special Event July 1, 2024 3:13

16d ago3:13

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Send us a Text Message. Here are the instructions to fully enjoy our Podcast Special Event tomorrow night. Our first post of the pre debate show will post at 8 PM (Sorry for saying in the broadcast 8:30 but it won't let me post in the half hour) Our second post for the post Debate show will post at 10 pm Both shows will be shared on Facebook and Tw…

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The Jill Wine Banks vs Geoff Shepard Debate Nixon and Watergate Special Event Preview 5:53

13d ago5:53

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Send us a Text Message. Get Ready for an event like no other in the past half century. Finally Richard Nixon will get his day. It is a podcast event that we guarantee you will change everything you thought you knew about Richard Nixon and the Watergate Scandal. As Finally, The Special Prosecutors, Jill Wine Banks, have to face the Nixon Defense tea…

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Audio 5:49

15d ago5:49

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The film reevaluates the life of the Memphis Country Blues Festival through the lens of race, the counterculture of the 1960s and the genre of Memphis Blues.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Intergenerational Oregon storytellers on the importance of telling queer stories 4:21

15d ago4:21

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Paul Iarrobino and Roland Mechanik talking about what it’s like to be a queer storyteller.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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SEASON 8: THE FALL AND RE-RISE OF RICHARD NIXON PREVIEW 7:38

15d ago7:38

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Send us a Text Message. Finally, we have arrived at the end of the Richard Nixon and Watergate story. Here we prepare you for the final chapters of the story of Richard Nixon's fall. His futile fight to save his Presidency in these final 5 months of his tenure. But we will fast forward a half Century for a special event of monumental proportions pr…

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Contract for Portland’s regional homeless agency will expire over political bargaining 4:00

16d ago4:00

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As Portland heads toward a pivotal election that will reshape its city government, conflicting ideologies over how to address unsheltered homelessness have opened potential legal and financial pitfalls in a key contract with Multnomah County.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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RICHARD NIXON and WATERGATE, 1974 Through the Fire ( Part 21 ) The Watergate Indictments on March 1, 1974 36:43

16d ago36:43

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Send us a Text Message. In our Richard Nixon and Watergate, 1974 Through the Fire , season 7 finale, all the plotting and planning bares fruit as the Special Prosecutor's get both their indictments and they are able to assist their favorite Judge John J. Sirica into maneuvering himself in as the presiding Judge for most of the big cases on Watergat…

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How a summer job helped this Class of 2025 student graduate a year early 4:54

17d ago4:54

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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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RICHARD NIXON and WATERGATE 1974 Through the Fire (Part 20) The House Impeachment Inquiry Begins 52:17

17d ago52:17

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Send us a Text Message. The House Judiciary Committee is about to take center stage. In February 1974, the House votes to start the inquiry on Impeachment in ernest. They assign the task to the House Judiciary Committee under its new Chairman Peter Rodino, a little known New Jersey Democrat from Jersey City. He had assumed the position out of senio…

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Putting DEI at the forefront of decision making 22:46

18d ago22:46

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With board and C-suite executives increasingly demanding action on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, businesses and their HR teams have no choice but to ensure better integration across the board. In this episode of The HR Leader podcast, host Jack Campbell speaks with Gartner HR Advisory senior principal Jasleen Kaur about how bu…

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RICHARD NIXON and WATERGATE, 1974 Through the Fire : Harry Dent Sr, Richard Nixon and the truth about the Southern Strategy (Tapes Series 5 Special Edition) 31:26

24d ago31:26

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Send us a Text Message. This is our fifth in our series of shows based on the tapes. This one is a taped conversation between President Richard Nixon and one of his top political advisors Harry Dent Sr, of my home state of South Carolina. Mr. Dent is revered here in my state for all the work he did to build the Republican Party of South Carolina. W…

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The Future of Work | Preparing Kids for Tomorrow's Job Market | Part 1 36:35

19d ago36:35

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🌐 In part 1 of our series on preparing your kids for the future workforce, discover how AI is reshaping the job market and learn practical tips to nurture creativity, foster intrinsic motivation, and promote self-directed learning for your child's success. 🔥🔥🔥 HOMESCHOOL RESCUE: Unschooled Unleashed's signature coaching program. 🚨 Exploring Unschoo…

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RICHARD NIXON and WATERGATE 1974 Through the Fire (Part 19) President Richard Nixon's February 25, 1974 Press Conference (Special Edition) 43:53

26d ago43:53

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Send us a Text Message. Over the years there have been countless stories of the out of control Nixon. That as the pressure mounted President Nixon was not in control of his mental facilities nor his Administration. One such fanciful claim has been repeated about Richard Nixon's decision making during the Yom Kippur War, a full 5 months prior to the…

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For some, questions persist around Portland’s revived crowd-control unit 3:47

22d ago3:47

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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…