In this episode host Aaron Switzer sits down with Keith Sherrill, Small Business Management Coordinator at the COCC Small Business Development Center. A veteran, educator, entrepreneur, and former U.S. Army Ranger and special operations aviator, Keith shares his journey from military service and multiple deployments to business ownership, higher education, and community leadership in Central […]
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LISTEN: Nighttime Benders: Tom Achilles🎧
In this episode of Nighttime Benders, Julia Reed Nichols is joined by local comedian Laura B. Wright to chat about her comedy career, adventures on the Oregon Coast, and what it’s like living in Sisters, Oregon. We also sit down with Tom Achilles, a Brooklyn-based comedian who will be bringing his unique brand of alternative comedy to Bend over Labor Day […]
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LISTEN: The Lunchbucket Podcast, Betsy 🎧
In this episode of the Lunchbucket Podcast, Gail has a compelling conversation with Betsy, who has a very important job at Mt. Bachelor in Central Oregon. Betsy has been working at the ski resort for 26 years and currently is the Mountain Operations Senior Manager and Snow Safety Manager. This is a fascinating, behind-the-scenes peak into what […]
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break: Bree Beal🎧
Executive Director of BEAT Children’s Theatre
In this episode host Aaron Switzer sits down with Bree Beal, Executive Director of BEAT Children’s Theatre. Bree shares her journey from a childhood immersed in theater to studying history, working in the title industry, and ultimately returning to her passion through nonprofit leadership. She discusses joining BEAT in 2014, helping guide the organization through […]
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LISTEN: Nighttime Benders: Meredith Dietz 🎧
Join us for an engaging episode as we delve into the backgrounds, uproarious stories, and distinctive viewpoints of the Tugboat Improv Troupe. This week, local comedians Dylan Grayson, Matt Stein, Tess Eddington, and Michele DiCio sit down with Julia Reed Nichols to unravel the intricacies of improv and stand-up comedy. They share personal anecdotes, family tales, and their reflections on the significance […]
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LISTEN: The Lunchbucket Podcast, Kim 🎧
In this episode of the Lunchbucket Podcast, Kim talks about being an OG van-lifer, making work transitions and what she eats for lunch (Pu-Pu platter & Chinese Tea Eggs). Love, Gail & Donna LISTEN NOW:
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break: Fiona Noonan🎧
Wildlands and Water Program Manager
In this episode host Aaron Switzer sits down with Fiona Noonan, Wildlands and Water Program Manager. Fiona works with Central Oregon LandWatch to protect forests, wildlife habitat, and water resources across Central Oregon. A landscape ecologist with experience in climate planning, land protection, and natural resource management, she discusses her educational path from Stanford University […]
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LISTEN: Bend Into Balance: Tommy Ford🎧
Olympic Skier & World Champion
With ski racing parents from Vermont and Oregon it was no wonder skiing became easier than walking for Tommy. Mt Bachelor was the playground where he grew. Soon after finishing public high school Tommy simultaneously joined the US Ski Team and Dartmouth College. After a couple of years of competing in DH, SG, GS and […]
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LISTEN: The Lunchbucket Podcast, Maud 🎧
In this episode, Gail visits with a college math professor to learn about a day in her teaching life, what she eats for lunch and how work life in her homeland of France differs from the U.S. Love, Gail & Donna LISTEN NOW:
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break: Alisa Dunlap🎧
Pacific Power’s Regional Business Manager for Central Oregon
In this episode host Aaron Switzer sits down with Alisa Dunlap, Pacific Power’s Regional Business Manager for Central Oregon. With a background in political science, government affairs, public policy, and utility planning, Dunlap shares how her career evolved from health care policy work at OHSU to helping guide energy infrastructure and customer growth planning across […]
