In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, Aaron Switzer sits down with Abby Rowland, Executive Director of Saving Grace, to discuss Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the vital services Saving Grace provides to survivors. Abby shares her journey, explaining what drew her to Saving Grace and her passion for working in direct services. They explore […]
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break with Kris Metzdorf-Arnold 🎧
Program Director and On Air Personality at 92/9FM
In this Bend Don’t Break episode, Aaron Switzer chats with Kris, Program Director and On-Air Personality at 92/9FM, about her journey from working in record production to becoming a leading voice on Bend’s radio scene.
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break with Zak Boone 🎧
Zak Boone, VP For College Advancement & Executive Director, COCC Foundation
In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, Zak Boone, VP For College Advancement & Executive Director, COCC Foundation, discusses his extensive journey in nonprofit leadership, including roles at the Bend Ronald McDonald House and Deschutes Land Trust.
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break with John Kish 🎧
John Kish, founder of, “Somewhere That’s Green” and “The Greenhouse Cabaret”
In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, John Kish, founder of “Somewhere That’s Green” and “The Greenhouse Cabaret,” discusses his journey from small-town Oregon to Bend, where he’s merged his passions for plants and theater into two unique businesses. John also shares insights on Bend’s growing theater scene and his role in fostering creativity and acceptance within the community.
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Grand Craft Bend: Craft Kitchen & Brewery’s Funny Business
Come for the beer and BBQ, stay for the experimental comedy
G rand Craft Bend podcast talks to Courtney Stevens, co-owner of Bend’s Craft Kitchen & Brewery about launching the brewpub with her husband, Mark, and hosting tons of events including open-mic stand-up comedy, where Courtney sometimes performs her own material. Listen now: Source Weekly – Bend, Oregon · Grand Craft Bend: Craft Kitchen & Brewery
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break with Clifford Evelyn, Redmond City Councilor 🎧
On this week’s episode of Bend Don’t Break, host Aaron Switzer, Publisher of The Source Weekly, sits down with Clifford Evelyn, Redmond City Councilor, to explore the dynamic evolution of Redmond. They delve into the city’s past, its rapid growth, and the ripple effects this expansion has on all of Central Oregon. The conversation also […]
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break with Lexie Park 🎧
On this episode of Bend Don’t Break, host Aaron Switzer sits down with Lexie Park, the Outreach Coordinator at Locavore, to explore her extensive work in food access and education. With over eight years of experience in the NGO sector, Lexie has worked both domestically and internationally, dedicating herself to addressing food insecurity and promoting […]
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break with Bill Lynch 🎧
In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, Aaron Switzer sits down with Bill Lynch, the Board President of the Central Oregon Trail Alliance (COTA). Bill, who has been an integral part of COTA since 2021 and a full-time Bend resident since 2020, shares his journey from Iowa to the trails of Central Oregon. With a […]
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break with Matt Muchna 🎧
In this episode of the “Bend Don’t Break” podcast, host Aaron Switzer sits down with Matt Muchna, the Executive Director of Envision Bend. Envision Bend is a nonprofit organization focused on shaping Bend’s future through community engagement and strategic planning. Matt discusses his background in sustainability and community development, sharing insights from his work at […]
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break with Dave Clemens 🎧
In this episode of the Bend Don’t Break podcast, Aaron Switzer sits down with Dave Clemens, a well-known radio personality in Central Oregon. Dave shares insights about his long-standing history in Bend and what it’s like to be a familiar face in a tight-knit community. The conversation covers a range of topics, from Dave’s lighthearted […]
