Get Real With Rick Dancer

Ed Diehl lost his bid for Oregon governor. Today, we sat down with him to talk about the future of Oregon and his future in politics. Will he run again? What is the hardest part of losing? All of it.

I don't get to sit down much and tell people, in long form, what I feel about current events. People make lots of assumptions, but on this episode, it's raw, real, and telling.

In Oregon, a sheriff is under investigation by the FBI. Seems a foundation has been giving hundreds of thousands of dollars to the department, but apparently none of that money has gone through the proper channels.

This is a lively discussion about Paul's run for governor of Oregon, but much more. Expect to find out why he thinks Democrat Tina Kotek will not be in the General Election, and we will talk about the war in Iran.

Chris Dudley is running for Oregon Governor, again. He almost won 10 years ago. He says he's not a career politician and answers our viewers' questions in this episode.

Ed Diehl is a legislator and businessman, and is running to be governor in Oregon. As part of our series on the Republican candidates.

Some call her the underdog, but I wouldn't write off Danielle Bethell in her run for Oregon Governor.This woman is tough, smart, experienced, and not afraid to answer questions directly, as you will see in this very interesting and telling interview.

If you think you know a lot about the timber problem in the Pacific Northwest, this guy may change your mind. He's a scientist and an expert, and he's so passionate about this that he's running for public office to try to make changes. Bob Zybach will explain things you've probably never heard before. You will enjoy this conversation; I sure did.

This is one of those stories that really makes me angry. We own our national forests, and yet a government agency gets to tell one group of people they can't use the land, and another, because of their race, they're all in. What happened to equal treatment under equal ownership? Yep, it's time to talk about it.

For decades, Coos Bay and North Bend have looked for a replacement for the timber industry. Now they have an idea, but it's two billion dollars. What is it? How does it work? What are the hangups? Find out in this podcast.

In Idaho, schools are trying something new. They're putting sawmills in nine schools. Our guest is part of the program and explains why it's so important.

Coos Bay and North Bend are growing, and a big part of that is what's going on with the airport. There's even talk of a flight from Portland to Oregon's Bay Area. You will learn the history, the future, and about the area.

An Oregonian running for county commissioner paid to get into the voters' pamphlet but wasn't allowed because of a cowboy hat. Yet, when he asked, he was told a turban might be okay. We dig into that and more in this very entertaining interview.

A young man who experiences Downs Syndrome has found success in snacks. He and his mom started a business, and it's going very well. Expect to learn how they did it, the challenges, but most of all the joy.

What if there were a way to make voting easier, more participatory, and without all the money? Here's an idea you should listen to.

From elections to the war, we discuss what the president could do a better job of doing and more.

A lot is going on in the world. We asked you, the viewers, to ask us questions, and you did. This is a very interesting and thought-provoking conversation.

At the very least, this interview will inspire you. People in Washington State are fighting the system to keep dangerous sexual predators from being able to move into their neighborhood. You may think this rarely happens, but what you are about to learn is that it happens more than you think.

Coos Bay and North Bend are the largest metropolitan areas on the Oregon Coast. One of the big draws is fishing. A local group of women works to ensure the fleet is safe, well taken care of, and they fight to keep up with legislation that threatens the industry.

Commercial Huckleberry pickers and those who make a living off the industry are upset with the Forest Service. The agency is cutting them out of the business but allowing local tribes to harvest. It's a touchy subject, but one we think people should know and talk about.

Former Portland Trailblazer Chris Dudley is running for Governor in Oregon. He talks about why he's back for a second game, what he thinks of sanctuary status, the MODA center and most of the hotbed issues in the state.

Now that Oregon's governor and her minions in the legislature have slapped voters by trying to circumvent the process, a couple of legislators are taking the issue to court, and now the feds are getting involved. Plus, a woman running for a seat in the state senate says three seats could flip Oregon.

Alex Newman is an author, journalist, and writer. He's not afraid to talk about world affairs, and he knows things because he does his research. He's been banned on YouTube and Facebook but keeps speaking out. Expect to hear what he thinks of the Iran war, Epstien and other world events.

This was one of our you-and-me series. Just you and me talking about the news of the day, politics, and on this episode...condoms.

In our continuing candidate introduction series tonight, Dan Farrington. Find out whether he would support a sales tax, sanctuary status, a better business environment, and many other questions of the day.

The Springfield School Board is a mess. One board member left a few weeks ago. After getting rave reviews last year, the superintendent resigned last week, and there's a lot of secrecy and questions about the board right now. We talk with the lone board member who seems to be on the outs with the others. Plus, Oregon's death tax is horrible. There are efforts to change that, but until that happens, what do you do? An expert talks about it.

Oregon is a mess when it comes to gun laws. A new wrinkle is causing all kinds of problems. We'll talk about that. And, a man who had a tough life talks about the magic of the recovery community. This is a story you will want to hear.

An Oregon comedian is surprised, but not shocked, when two "Friends" and co-comedians dropped out of a show over political differences. They didn't just pull out; they publicly called him the usual "Nazi" name. We're so done with this immature behavior; we thought he should come on and tell his story. Oh, and the show will go on, without the crybabies.

IP 28 is anything but a "PEACE" Act. If voters approve this ballot measure, hunting, fishing, raising animals....gone.  We'll talk about it.Also,  crab fishermen on the Oregon Coast are pissed over new possible regulations.  We have two fishermen joining us to explain. 

Oregon's Governor sent a letter to Homeland Security, effectively stating that Oregon does not want the federal government involved in its sanctuary state status. However, some aspects of this letter are causing concern among other mayors. Additionally, Deschutes County Commissioner candidate Rob Imhoff has proposed a plan for the county to manage operations at Mt. Bachelor ski area.

The Democrats in the Oregon legislature are playing some games. It's a long story and all laid out in this next video discussion with Representative Ed Diehl.

I'm so sick of the lying and deception. I spoke with a woman today whose husband is an ICE agent. She was telling me online how tough it is. I'm trying to get her to come on a podcast. But her story irked me, and that's what you're going to hear in this episode.

Jack Tibbetts is new to politics. He's a small farmer who owns a winery and raises cattle. He loves Oregon, sees what's going on, and wants to do something about it. He doesn't intend to make politics his career. He's a little old-fashioned in thinking; perhaps you serve for a couple of terms and limit yourself. I think you'll enjoy this refreshing candidate.

America's election system is a fraudulent mess. The only people who don't want to fix it are those who benefit from the fakery. The man you are about to meet is creating his own army of sorts. He teaches everyday folks how to find voter fraud. He says in Oregon, the whole thing is about to blow up.

Honey is God's gift to man. The guy you are about to hear is an expert from Portland, Oregon. Expect to learn the health benefits of honey, what it helps with, and we'll talk about "Mad" honey, too. The way bees live, all of it.

He fought for our freedom and would like a little of his own. He took a bullet in the head, but can't get the Veterans Administration to ease up on some rules so that he can drive.

If you are someone who grows tired of left-leaning media and seeks more balanced coverage, including right-of-center perspectives, we have a solution for you. The Oregon Round Up is already revealing millions of dollars in Medicaid fraud in Oregon.

She's a Marion County Commissioner with ideas on ICE, Sanctuary Status, Education and a whole lot of other things you're going to want to know about.

Big announcement from the Republicans in Oregon. Representative Ed Diehl is running for Governor. In this interview, expect to learn why, how it all happened, and what he envisions for Oregon.

There's an initiative petition circulating in Oregon that almost has enough signatures to go on the November ballot. If this measure passed, it would make killing animals illegal. No hunting, no fishing, no killing mice in your home or rats. It would also stop artificial insemination of animals, calling it rape. Crazy? You know it.

This is a spicy episode. If you don't like F bombs, may stay away. We talk with a guy about all the current news.

He gets no play.The media ignores him.The Republican Party discounts him.But he wants to be Oregon's next governor.Meet him here

Many people need dental care, but often do not receive it. To address this issue, a new program is being launched in Oregon. Additionally, the dentist is a fascinating individual with whom I discussed faith, life, and a variety of topics. The interview was very insightful.

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek made a surprising announcement today: she now wants to rescind the largest tax hike in the state's history. This decision has left many people confused, but we aim to clarify the situation in an upcoming interview. Additionally, we will discuss the legality of a city offering services exclusively to Black and Brown students.

Oregon hasn't had a Republican Governor in over 40 years. Christine Drazan is one of several candidates running for the job. She talks with us and answers our audience's questions. It's a great interview, I think you will learn a lot.

It's disgusting when you find out how little education really matters. Instead, it's all about passing students, whether they are educated or not. This award-winning journalist looked into this for eight years and talks with you about his findings on this episode.

In this episode, we get really honest about faith, women's rights, trans right,s and the immigration bullshit. It's time we all start speaking up. No one owns the conversation.

The best way to end mail-in voting in Oregon is to first educate people as to why.An expert marketer in the state is taking on the challenge. I think you'll find some interesting facts in this episode. Share it with friends and get the word out.

We spend far too much time running from trouble instead of running towards it. We talk about why that's so important especially today.

In this episode, we clarify some of the emails folks have been sending me.We also talk about news of the day.

The Bethel School District in Eugene isn't answering our phone calls asking about a gay club at the school. It's not the club that's the question, it's many other things. Listen.