Join us for a lively episode of Nighttime Benders as we celebrate America’s 250th Birthday! This week, Fredo, Creach, Janelle Musson, and Julia Reed Nichols share hilarious historical facts and discuss AI’s impact on the job market. We’ll also share outrageous festival stories and camping mishaps. Additionally, we’re thrilled to welcome powerhouse comedian Zarna Garg. She shares her journey of balancing motherhood, comedy, […]
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LISTEN: The Lunchbucket Podcast, Season One Wrap Up 🎧
In this final episode of SEASON 1 of The Lunchbucket Podcast, Gail and Donna reflect on their personal experiences with this first season (season 2 is in the works and coming up very soon) – what they enjoyed, what they learned, what kept them coming back to this fledgling project. A huge thanks to all of you […]
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break: Scott Rowles🎧
Founder and Lead Educational Therapist of Potentia Academics
In this episode host Aaron Switzer sits down with Scott Rowles, Founder and Lead Educational Therapist of Potentia Academics. Scott is a licensed teacher and certified professional educational therapist who has worked in local public schools and at Central Oregon Community College. Through his work, he supports students across a wide age range in building […]
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LISTEN: Bend Into Balance: Andy Sabatier🎧
In this episode host Adriana Marino sits down with Andy Sabatier, Doctor of Physical Therapy, speaker, and educator. Andy is the founder of Academy West Breathing Performance in Bend, Oregon, and brings a unique perspective shaped by his experience working in intensive care, athletics, and movement science. He shares how a pivotal realization about dysfunctional […]
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LISTEN: Nighttime Benders: Eric Oren 🎧
Join us for a lively discussion with Central Oregon comedians Katy Ipock, Fredo, Christine Keefer, and Julia Reed Nichols as they dive into festivals, social media, local news, and more. In this episode, we also get to know comedian and Central Oregon native Eric Oren, who shares his journey from Second City to touring with his comedy group, his approach to […]
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LISTEN: Bend Into Balance: Holly Ladd🎧
Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach
Holly Ladd is a Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach and Nationally Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach. Holly draws on her experience and education in teaching and communication to work with her clients to help them uncover the root cause of why they can’t make the changes they are looking for and to support them in […]
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break, Phil Chang🎧
Deschutes County Commissioner
In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, Aaron Switzer sits down with Phil Chang, Deschutes County Commissioner, to explore a pivotal moment for local leadership as the county prepares to welcome a new wave of commissioners. Phil reflects on his role stepping into senior leadership, the outcomes of the recent election, and how Deschutes County’s […]
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LISTEN: The Lunchbucket Podcast, Nancy 🎧
Graphic Designer
In this episode of The Lunchbucket Podcast, Nancy shares what it’s like to be an independent graphic designer and why she makes that her full-time gig while making music on the side. Get a behind-the-scenes peak into the grueling life of a traveling musician and the reality of food on the road and hear Nancy’s […]
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LISTEN: Nighttime Benders: Todd Basil 🎧
Join us as we chat with local comedians Jon Brown, Courtney Stevens and Julia Reed Nichols in Bend, Oregon, exploring humor, local culture, and quirky stories. This episode offers laughs, insights, and a peek into the vibrant Bend comedy scene. Topics include parenting fails, Oregon’s New Water Permit Tax, and a warning for local dog owners. Plus we are […]
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LISTEN: Bend Into Balance: Willis Mitchell🎧
Founder of The Loving Fungi
In this episode of Bend Into Balance, Adriana sits down with Willis, founder of The Loving Fungi, to explore his path toward understanding the deeper relationship between human health and the intelligence of plants and fungi. Willis shares how a lifetime of curiosity, experimentation, and lived experience has shaped his role as a self-described alchemist, […]
