In this episode, we meet the founder and head mead-maker, John Herman, from Lazy Z Ranch Wines in Sisters. Lazy Z’s meads, aka honey wine and “ranch wine,” aren’t just unique among Oregon meaderies for using exclusively Oregon honey, but the Lazy Z Ranch is a boon for local pollinators. What’s more, there’s no a […]
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LISTEN: Grand Craft Bend: Matt Katakura 🎧
Head Brewer at Wild Ride Brewing
In this episode, we meet head brewer Matt “Kat” Katakura from Wild Ride Brewing in both Redmond and Prineville. We discuss some keys to experimental R&D brewing from working with delicate ingredients like tea to indelicate ones like chili peppers, as well as what it takes to brew the tried and true classics. LISTEN NOW:
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break: Cyrus Mooney 🎧
City of Bend Business Advocate
In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, Aaron sits down with Cyrus Mooney, Business Development Manager for the City of Bend, whose path from student affairs to civic leadership reflects a deep commitment to service and connection. With roots in Sherwood and a decade in Corvallis, Cyrus brings a rare blend of empathy, adaptability, and […]
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break: Lace Thornberg 🎧
Central Oregon LandWatch Communications Director
This week on Bend Don’t Break, host Aaron Switzer sits down with Lace Thornberg, Communications Director at Central Oregon LandWatch. Lace shares how her journey through conservation organizations across the West eventually led her to Bend, where she now channels her passion for land use, public lands, and ensuring equitable access to nature. Their conversation […]
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break: Steve Platt 🎧
Bend City Councilman
In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, host Aaron Switzer sits down with Bend City Councilman Steve Platt, whose journey from fighter pilot to physics teacher to public servant reveals a deep commitment to community, resilience, and thoughtful leadership.Steve shares how his global military career and experience commanding squadrons shaped his approach to civic engagement […]
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break: Lily Raff McCaulou 🎧
Journalist, Author, and Instructor
I n this episode of Bend Don’t Break, host Aaron Switzer sits down with journalist and author Lily Raff McCaulou. Lily’s writing has appeared in publications such as The New York Times, The Atlantic, The Guardian, Rolling Stone, and The Bulletin, and she is the author of Call of the Mild: Learning to Hunt My Own Dinner, named one of the best books […]
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LISTEN: Grand Craft Bend: Tony Lawrence 🎧
Co-Founder and Brewmaster at Boneyard Brewery
We are thrilled to be joined by Boneyard Beer founder and brewmaster, Tony Lawrence, who walk us through the trials, tribulations and meanderings of his auspicious 36 year career in beer that all started here in Bend. LISTEN NOW: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/source-weekly1/episodes/Grand-Craft-Bend-Tony-Lawrence–Co-Founder-and-Brewmaster-at-Boneyard-Brewery-e36s9pq
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break: Brian August 🎧
Executive Director of the Tower Theatre Foundation
In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, Brian K. August shares his journey to becoming the new Executive Director of the Tower Theatre Foundation. With more than twenty years of leadership experience across nonprofits, private enterprise, and global initiatives, Brian brings a thoughtful approach to strategic growth, operational excellence, and community impact. His work with […]
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LISTEN: Grand Craft Bend: Ryan Evans 🎧
CEO of Shift Naturals
Meet Ryan, a maverick entrepreneur whose zest for life is matched only by his dedication to shaping a more vibrant future. His journey is one of adventure and determination, from riding the waves as a sponsored kiteboarder in his early 20’s to steering companies towards transformative change in emerging markets. At Shift Naturals, Ryan merges […]
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break, Scott Larson 🎧
President and CEO of Visit Central Oregon
We’re joined by Scott Larson, the new President and CEO of Visit Central Oregon, to talk about the future of tourism and community in our region. With more than a decade of experience promoting mountain towns and rural destinations across the West, Scott brings a passion for using tourism as a force for economic growth […]