Podcast appearances and mentions of Forest Park

In this segment, Mark is joined by Steve Schankman, the Co-Producer of the Evolution Festival and the Founder and President of Contemporary Productions. He discusses the Evolution Music Festival in Forest Park which is coming up on September 27th and 28th.

In hour 3, Mark is joined by Scott Warmann, a Studio Host for FanDuel Sports Midwest. He discusses the Cardinals disappointing series loss against the Rockies, previews Cards vs Yankees, and discusses in another lockout is inevitable. Mark is then joined by Steve Schankman, the Co-Producer of the Evolution Festival and the Founder and President of Contemporary Productions. He discusses the Evolution Music Festival in Forest Park which is coming up on September 27th and 28th. He's later joined by Throttlenet Co-Owner George Rosenthal. He discusses the end of AOL, the latest on AI, and much more.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Jane Dueker, Jeff Smith, and John Lamping for the Reardon Roundtable. They discuss and debate various topics including President Trump and Putin's meetup in Alaska, Cara Spencer's recycling decision in St. Louis, the gerrymandering topic and more. In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day, and much more. Mark is then joined by Paul Hall from Common Guys Film Reviews. They discuss upcoming movies releasing including Nobody 2, Night Always Comes and more. KSDK Sports Director Frank Cusumano later joins to preview Cardinals vs Yankees, Mizzou Football's upcoming season, and City SC's weekend match. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Scott Warmann, a Studio Host for FanDuel Sports Midwest. He discusses the Cardinals disappointing series loss against the Rockies, previews Cards vs Yankees, and discusses in another lockout is inevitable. Mark is then joined by Steve Schankman, the Co-Producer of the Evolution Festival and the Founder and President of Contemporary Productions. He discusses the Evolution Music Festival in Forest Park which is coming up on September 27th and 28th. He's later joined by Throttlenet Co-Owner George Rosenthal. He discusses the end of AOL, the latest on AI, and much more.

Chris and Amy are in Forest Park for the 100 Acts of Kindness campaign with Jerry Kelly. Hancock and Kelley join for the first hour and discuss Sam Page being indicted, Ameren price hikes and more.

Greg Hayes, City Director of Parks, Forestry and Recreation joins to talk about the storm clean up updates in Forest Park. Matt Sebek, Chief Experience Officer with St. Louis CITY SC joins to discuss CITY SC to Welcome Fans and Dogs to Watch CITY2 in Action During Energizer Park's Upcoming Pups at the Park Presented by Purina; New team pet announcement soon.

Join Chris & Amy as they broadcast remotely from the Forest Park Visitors Center, where they are handing out water and lemonade to joggers, cyclists, and anyone who will stop by in honor of the Jerry Kelly 100 Acts of Kindness campaign!

KMOX's Matt Pauley joins Chris and Amy as the Cardinals make deals on the trade deadline day; more on Ameren's surging electric rates for customers; Major Garrett live from Washington DC on the back and forth between Pres Trump and Sen Hawley; Chris and Amy also recap what they learned about their air conditioning system on yesterday's show.

The Best Things to Do in -1. St. Louis, MO:St. Louis is often called the “Gateway to the West,” but it's also a gateway to a memorable, well-rounded travel experience. From world-class art and live entertainment to major league baseball and local culinary treasures, this Midwestern gem packs a punch. Whether you're here for a weekend or a longer stay, here are some of the top things to do in St. Louis that highlight the city's diverse appeal.

Episode 300.  To celebrate episode 300, we present a special travelogue on Kyle's roadtrip to visit Melissa in St. Louis! We explore toasted ravioli, the Arch, Forest Park, the found art jungle gym that is City Museum, getting rained on at the Muny, seeing Superman in James Gunn's hometown movie theater, the real burgermobile from Good Burger, and Uranus Fudge Factory.Click here to watch a video of this episode. (00:00) - Car troubles (00:36) - Intro (00:40) - Welcome and banter (02:30) - More on the car troubles and our journey to St. Louis (05:08) - Let's talk food (13:31) - Art Museum! Roaring (17:28) - Art Museum! The actual art. (18:43) - The City Museum (24:54) - The Muny (30:04) - Superman (35:21) - The trip home and Uranus Fudge Factory (38:53) - The episode 300 curse (39:21) - Outro Reply on Bluesky ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Chris and Amy welcome concert promoter Steve Schankman, previewing his Evolution Festival in Forest Park in late September; Costco is updating their return policies, Amy has stories about returns; career counselor Bruce Blackwell on mid-life career changes; Amy and Chris are 'Out of Context'

Jason Christian's work pushes the boundaries of his craft, combining the delicate complexity of reticello with intricate detailing inspired by Fabergé eggs. Through series such as his Bumbershoots and Yo-Yos that reflect classic Venetian technique to more sculptural works including Dragons and Volpe, Christian's art is deeply influenced by his family, personal experiences, and the nostalgia of growing up in the Pacific Northwest. A renowned glass artist based in the Seattle area, Christian was born in 1976 on Whidbey Island, Washington, to a metal fabricator and a cardiac nurse. His artistic journey began at the age of 21 when he was introduced to glassblowing as a factory charger, where he gradually developed his skills and knowledge through hands-on experience. His formal education in glassblowing includes workshops and classes with notable artists such as Pino Signoretto, Jeff Mack, Janusz Pozniak and Preston Singletary. Throughout his career, Christian has worked with numerous well-known artists in the Seattle glass community, including Martin Blank, Preston Singletary, James Mongrain and Nancy Callan. Since 2008, Christian has been an integral member of Dale Chihuly's Boathouse team, working with international artists like Pino Signoretto. He has also served as a glassblowing assistant to Lino Tagliapietra since 2014 and worked as a fabricator for Lindsey Adelman from 2014 to 2016. Says Christian: “I still don't know if I chose glassblowing or if it chose me. I just knew that the moment I walked into that studio and saw what was being created I had to be a part of it. Finding glassblowing felt magical, like I was made for it. It provided something I lacked in my younger years – the urge to create, grow, and express myself through my work. To witness a person handle molten glass, manipulate it, and form it as if it were water was amazing to me. I knew that I had to be a part of it.” Christian has participated in numerous artist residencies, including: FOCI, Minneapolis, MI (2019); Corning Museum of Glass, Corning, NY (2019); Pilchuck Glass School, Stanwood, WA (multiple years); Museum of Glass, Tacoma, WA (2016 and 2008); University of Texas at Arlington (2015); and the University of Wisconsin-Steven's Point (2015). He was Auction Centerpiece Designer at Schack Art Center, Everett, WA, in 2016 and 2010. His work is featured in several notable collections including the Hauberg collection, the Elton John collection, the Ben Bridge collection and many more private collections in the United States and Canada. With a desire to share his expertise through teaching and demonstrations, Christian has conducted workshops at various institutions including Penland School of Craft (2019); Pittsburgh Glass Center (2019); Pratt Fine Arts Center (2018); Pilchuck Glass School (2017); Urban Glass (2016); and Seattle Glassblowing Studio (2010-2013); He has also been a demonstrating artist in Turkey (2015) and Finland (2009). Christian states: “Beyond my relationship with glass, the camaraderie within the industry enticed me to grow beyond myself, always looking for what was within and turning that into something I could only see in my mind. It created an environment of growth and exploration, pushing me to be a better artist.” Upcoming Christian workshops include Penland School of Craft, August 10 – 15; Hilltop @ Pilchuck, September 28; and Neusole Glassworks, Forest Park, Ohio, November 17.  

Greg and Ed discuss something that is more common than many people think: being wrong about expecting some Thai government project or initiative to fail. It's pretty easy, as expats often fall into the rut of cynicism about the Thai government sticking to a plan and actually getting stuff done, but the truth is, Thailand sometimes gets stuff right!  Greg begins by bringing up Benjakitti Forest Park. It replaced the Thai Tobacco Monopoly, which occupied prime real estate between Sukhumvit and Rama IV for many years. When Greg heard it was going to be made into a giant public park, he was like, “Yeah right, it's gonna get taken over by mall and condo developers,” but lo and behold, the majestic Forest Park is now there for Bangkokers to see and enjoy, and has been written about in publications around the world. Ed follows with something different: when he heard about the epic scale of the COVID vaccine rollout in Thailand, he thought it would be widely inefficient with day-long queues. In fact, it was shockingly professional, and he was in and out of there in 30 minutes!  Greg continues with a story about the eventual success of the Thai Elite Card, and Ed follows with a discussion of electronic banking in Thailand and the unexpected return of the Shinawatra clan to Thai politics.  Lesson learned: Don't fall into the cynicism trap! Don't forget that Patrons get the ad-free version of the show as well as swag and other perks. We also sometimes post on Facebook, you can contact us on LINE and of course, head to our website (www.bangkokpodcast.com) to find out probably more info than you need to know.  

You know it's a Major when we're talking golf with Forest Park golf pro R.J. Sheppard, who gets Nestor ready for The Open at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland this weekend and stokes the excitement of next month's BMW Championship coming back to Caves Valley. The post Forest Park golf pro RJ Sheppard gets Nestor ready for The Open and excitement of next month's BMW at Caves first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.

Oregon saw the worst wildfire season on record last year, and estimates show that 2025 could be at least as bad. Fighting wildfires takes a ton of resources, which can put additional strain on fire and rescue workers here in the city. Today on City Cast Portland, Portland Fire and Rescue Deputy Chief Chris Barney is here to walk us through how the city is getting ready for fire season, including how they prepare for fire risks in Forest Park.  Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 15th episode: Visit Walla Walla World Forestry Center Montavilla Jazz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of You Have to Wear Something, Nicole sits down with John Nichols—aka LaJethroJenkins—host of the long-running Jenkins & Jonez podcast and founder of 12 on Mondays, a brand reclaiming space for Black golfers through culture, community, and unapologetic style. From his St. Louis roots to Forest Park history, John unpacks the legacy of Black golf pioneers, how fashion disrupts elitism in the sport, and why the best rounds aren't measured by scorecards—but by vibes.

Sharon Evans AKA @freewheelingkiwi shares her story of solo tramping the Mangamate Loop in Whirinaki Forest Park. After years away from multi-day hiking alone and logistics to sort, she spent three days on the trail -with stream crossings, freezing nights and full huts. But a magic moment hearing wild kiwi call in the bush made it all worth it. Sharon offers honest advice for beginners, practical gear tips, and a reminder that solo adventures and expeditions are less about strength and more about mindset. She also touches on hiking Te Araroa and staying authentic on social media.Discover the best of New Zealand with my NZ Map & Guide, featuring 100+ incredible locations for your next adventure. Use PODCAST10 at checkout for 10% off and start planning your dream trip todayGet my NZ Map & GuideBook your 1-on-1 consult and personalised itinerary  Thank you so much for tuning in and coming along for the ride. If you love the show and enjoyed listening, please take the time to leave a review on Apple or Spotify. I would also love to connect with you, so send me a DM on Instagram, leave me a voice message and I can't wait to see you next time. Until then, keep adventuring :)Follow Sharon on Instagram: instagram.com/freewheelingkiwi/Subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/c/FreewheelingKiwi www.freewheelingkiwi.comRead the Blog: www.abigailhannah.nzFollow Abigail on Instagram: instagram.com/abigailhannnah/Follow Abigail on TikTok: tiktok.com/@abigailhannnah/Get my NZ Map & Guide

For more than 100 year, St. Louis audiences have attended musical theater productions each summer at The Muny in Forest Park. We go behind the scenes to see what is involved in putting on these intricate productions.

Today on Black Dragon Biker TV: Sin City Deciples: Most Violent Club? Court records and federal indictments are painting a chilling picture of the Sin City Deciples MC—a club some prosecutors are now calling “one of the most violent biker gangs in the country.” Founded as a Black motorcycle club, the Deciples later integrated to include white and Hispanic members, growing to thousands nationwide. Shockingly, one of the club's alleged members was a police chaplain in Gary, Indiana, according to prosecutors. The Chicago Sun-Times recently released a bombshell report exposing the inner workings of the club's leadership, Chicago-area operations, and the sweeping indictments aimed at taking the organization down. With new eyes on the club's activities and structure, questions are being raised about the club's legacy and future. Also in today's episode: the third Outcast MC member connected to the Forest Park shooting has now turned himself in and is scheduled to face a judge on July 9th. In this episode, we discuss: The explosive allegations against the Sin City Deciples MC How the club rose to national prominence and controversy Law enforcement's strategy to dismantle the organization Updates on the Outcast MC case and court proceedings Join Black Dragon, Lavish T. Williams, and Logic as we break down these major headlines, analyze the legal implications, and ask the tough questions no one else will.Please consider sponsoring the channel by signing up for our channel memberships. You can also support us by signing up for our podcast channel membership for $9.99 per month, where 100% of the membership price goes directly to us at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dragon-s-lair-motorcycle-chaos--3267493/support.  Follow us on:Instagram: BlackDragonBikerTV TikTok: BlackDragonBikertv Twitter: jbunchiiFacebook: BlackDragonBikerBuy Black Dragon Merchandise, Mugs, Hats, T-Shirts Books: https://blackdragonsgear.comDonate to our cause:Cashapp: $BikerPrezPayPal: jbunchii Zelle: jbunchii@aol.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BlackDragonNPSubscribe to our new discord server https://discord.gg/dshaTSTSubscribe to our online news magazine www.bikerliberty.comGet 20% off Gothic biker rings by using my special discount code: blackdragon go to http://gthic.com?aff=147 Join my News Letter to get the latest in MC protocol, biker club content, and my best picks for every day carry. https://johns-newsletter-43af29.beehiiv.com/subscribe   Get my Audio Book Prospect's Bible an Audible: https://adbl.co/3OBsfl5 Help us get to 30,000 subscribers on www.instagram.com/BlackDragonBikerTV on Instagram. Thank you!

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit chadcrouch.substack.comMore than once in recent conversations I've revealed I'm not all that fond of Summer. The response has been interesting: incredulous laughter; a bemused disbelief. Why? Explain, they seemed to say.Maybe you recall the sleeper hit “Heatwaves” by Glass Animals that was ubiquitous in the Summer of 2022? There's a line that I always misheard: Heat waves been fakin' me outCan't make you happier now…Well, I always thought it was heat waves been freakin' me out, because that made perfect sense to me. The year before, in late June 2021, the US Pacific Northwest experienced a Heat Dome event that shattered all kinds of records. It reached 116 degrees Fahrenheit here in Portland, Oregon. It sparked wildfires, warped train tracks, and contributed to a heat-related death toll of over 1400 people in the greater geographic area including Canada. Over 70 heat-related deaths occurred in the county I live in.I rarely enjoy feeling hot. The smell of forest fires provokes an adrenaline flight response that requires distinctly modern reasoning to suppress. The cabin fever that settles in after multiple bad air days due to wildfire smoke produces a profound feeling of disassociation. Smoky skies were until recently thought to be a western US state phenomenon, but that seems to up for debate now.The anticipation of these sensations as markers of Summer, often arriving earlier in the season each year, just makes me wish I could skip to fall. These are a couple of the reasons I don't entirely look forward to summer.Nevertheless, apart from two days with temperatures in the 90's, it's been a mild and dry June here. Temperature-wise, it's felt more or less in line with an average end to spring in the Pacific Northwest, which is to say, lovely. Highs have hovered in the low 70's.Back in Forest park, baby bird voices can be heard seemingly around every other bend along the trails. Baby bird sounds are imbued with so much joy, new life, and vulnerability. You'll get better looks at the parents too, as they dart through the shrubs and understory defensively. American Robins can be seen hopping along the trail in front of you in an apparent defensive distraction behavior to protect a nearby nest. In this way, it is a season of being on guard for the birds too. The trills of Pacific Wrens overlap at intervals. Their effusive song is sweetened by the columnar structure of the conifer woodlands. I picture the frenetic notes of their song like pinballs bouncing off bumpers, scattering through the understory, arriving at my ears in a wash.At the 16-minute mark we hear a Stellar's Jay practicing its Red-tailed Hawk imitation. It must be a youngster because it calls again and again, not quite getting it right. Summer officially starts on June 21st, the day after this recording is released. All but the deepest creek canyons have already dried up in Forest Park. A wildfire 75 miles east of here destroyed 56 homes in the Columbia Gorge community of Rowena, Oregon last week. As I sit here writing this, it's 34% contained. This news is just one of many developments in that time span to absorb, consider, and file away in my mental model of the world.I was out near where this soundscape was recorded last week, doing some plein air sketching and recording. It was so serene. When the world can feel overwhelming, it's nice to just have something to do with your hands, something to focus on in the present, something to contemplate with a sense of wonder.Happy Summer Solstice. Thanks for being here; for listening and reading. Forest Spring Suite is available under the artist name Listening Spot on all streaming platforms Friday, June 20th.

MUSIC The Muny opened its 107th season this week with Bring It On: The Musical, which stars Kennedy Holmes, a Florissant native who rose to fame on NBC's The Voice in 2018, where she finished as a finalist in fourth place. This new season opened despite the tornadoes that Forest Park endured, where a tree crushed the venue's pre-show stage, and luckily No major structural harm was reported, and thanks to an enormous citywide effort, opening night never had to be postponed. For the first time ever, three of the Beatles' offspring have collaborated on a song. Sean Lennon, James McCartney, and Zak Starkey posted part of their song, "Rip Off". From Starkey's band Mantra of the Cosmos titled "Rip Off" featuring Paul McCartney's son James and John Lennon's son Sean on vocals. TV Eric Dane from "Grey's Anatomy" sat for an interview with Diane Sawyer to discuss his battle with ALS . . . also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. Eric revealed that he has only "one functioning arm." Quote, "My left side is functioning, my right side has completely stopped working. Martha Stewart recently rescued three orphaned squirrels. “They were inside a fallen tree,” Stewart said of how she discovered them. MOVING ON INTO MOVIE NEWS: Al Pacino met Pope Leo at the Vatican, as Pacino was a part of a delegation from the film Maserati: The Brothers.Will Smith turned down Christopher Nolan's offer to be in the blockbuster film, Inception. The first full trailer for the "Naked Gun" remake with Liam Neeson is out. Pamela Anderson is featured in a couple sight gags. Here's a quick example of the puns to come.· Here are 10 famous people who have, or had, unusual animal companions:1. Kristen Stewart: She grew up raising wolf-hybrids. a. In 2013, she had to go to court with a neighbor who wasn't cool with the two that she had on her property. She said, quote, "They're loyal, they're big, they're completely socialized, they're licensed, they're legal for me to have them, and I love them!"2. Kirstie Alley: Before she died, she owned 14 lemurs . . . which she fell in love with while doing conservation work in Madagascar.3. Salma Hayek: She adopted a rescue owl in 2019. Her name is Kering, after a company Salma's husband owns. She says, quote, "[She's often] on my head or my shoulder, my arms. Sometimes, when she is really close to me, I can feel her rubbing against me, which is really nice. And I feel so blessed."4. Paris Hilton: Years ago, she got herself a little rainforest mammal called a kinkajou. She named it Baby Luv. In 2006, she had to get a tetanus shot after it bit her. At one point she actually owned two of them.5. Leonardo DiCaprio: In 2010, he attended the North American Reptile Breeders Conference and Trade Show . . . and left with a 10-year-old tortoise. There's no word if he still has it, but they can live to be 80 years old.6. Tyga: He owned an actual tiger, even though they're illegal in California. When the cops came after him, he gave it to an animal shelter.7. Ice-T: He had a shark tank in his home recording studio, but that's gone now. He still has a regular aquarium, though.8. Tracy Morgan: He had to spend $400,000 on a 2,700-gallon tank for his giant Pacific octopus named Bwyadette.9. Nicolas Cage: Where do you start? He's owned sharks, an octopus, a 5-foot monitor lizard, and two venomous albino king cobras named Moby and Sheba. He had them locked behind bulletproof glass and kept antivenom handy. He once said, quote, "If they bite me . . . I have 15 minutes to live."10. Vanilla Ice: He once owned a wallaroo, which is a cross between a wallaby and a kangaroo. He sent it to a farm in Florida after it got too big for his property. AND FINALLY As Marvel prepares for an 'X-Men' reboot, these actors have been rumored to star in the mutant franchise: 'Breaking Bad' star Bryan Cranston as Mister SinisterDenzel Washington as MagnetoAnya Taylor-Joy as MagikHarris Dickinson as CyclopsMargaret Qualley as RogueColman Domingo as Professor XHunter Schafer as MystiqueNathalie Emmanuel as StormSadie Sink as Jean GreyHugh Jackman as WolverineAND THAT IS YOUR CRAP ON CELEBRITIES!Follow us @RizzShow @MoonValjeanHere @KingScottRules @LernVsRadio @IamRafeWilliams - Check out King Scott's Linktr.ee/kingscottrules + band @FreeThe2SG and Check out Moon's bands GREEK FIRE @GreekFire GOLDFINGER @GoldfingerMusic THE TEENAGE DIRTBAGS @TheTeenageDbags and Lern's band @LaneNarrows ⁠http://www.1057thepoint.com/RizzSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today on Black Dragon Biker TV: 3rd Outcast Arrested in Forest Park ShootingThe case continues to unfold in the Forest Park shooting, as authorities have now arrested a third member of the Outcast Motorcycle Club in connection with the violent incident that shocked the local community.The facts of the case — including what led to the shooting and who the intended targets were — have already come to light. Now, with this third arrest, the focus shifts to how the legal process is playing out and what the implications may be for the individuals involved and the club as a whole.In this episode, we break down: Who the third arrested Outcast member is The timeline of events and current charges How this arrest fits into the broader investigation And what this means for the motorcycle community moving forward Join Black Dragon, Lavish T. Williams, and Logic as we unpack the latest developments, analyze the legal angles, and bring you the facts from the ground.Watch live on: Black Dragon Biker TV: /blackdragonbikertv Lavish T. Williams: /@lavishtwilliams Keep It Logical: /keepitlogicalPlease consider sponsoring the channel by signing up for our channel memberships. You can also support us by signing up for our podcast channel membership for $9.99 per month, where 100% of the membership price goes directly to us at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dragon-s-lair-motorcycle-chaos--3267493/support.Follow us on: Instagram: BlackDragonBikerTV TikTok: BlackDragonBikertv Twitter: jbunchii Facebook: BlackDragonBiker Buy Black Dragon Merchandise, Mugs, Hats, T-Shirts Books: https://blackdragonsgear.com Donate to our cause: Cashapp: $BikerPrez PayPal: jbunchii Zelle: jbunchii@aol.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BlackDragonNP Subscribe to our new discord server https://discord.gg/dshaTST Subscribe to our online news magazine www.bikerliberty.com

From the stage of ACT's Workforce Summit in Atlanta, episode 60 brings humor, insight, and real-world wisdom on AI's role in workforce development. Host Jasen Jones is joined by tech experts DJ Burrel, Joshua Cox and Davin Jackson to explore how AI is transforming cybersecurity, government, and education. From ethical hacking to gaming as a gateway to tech careers, the panel breaks down complex topics in a way “the goats can get.” If you're tech-savvy or just curious, this episode offers practical takeaways and inspiration for navigating the future of work with AI.Voices of Excellence on Episode 60DJ Burel, Manager of Talent Acquisition, Pure Recruiting AgencyJoshua Cox, I.T. Director, City of Forest Park, GADavin Jackson, Founder and CEO, Alpha Esports and Technology/CybersecurityLinks and ResourcesTranscript for Episode 60ACT Work Ready CommunitiesACT Workforce SolutionsWorkKeys Career Readiness DashboardWorkKeys Benchmarks - Information Systems

What makes a great muni? As part of our on-going series about public golf, KVV writes a love letter to Forest Park, his favorite local track. In the back half of the episode, Neil, Randy and KVV debate what makes a great muni — and what makes a bad one Join us in our support of the Evans Scholars Foundation: ⁠https://nolayingup.com/esf⁠ Support our sponsors: Rhoback Oars and Alps If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Nest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: No Laying Up's community of avid golfers. Nest members help us maintain our light commercial interruptions (3 minutes of ads per 90 minutes of content) and receive access to exclusive content, discounts in the pro shop, and an annual member gift. It's a $90 annual membership, and you can sign up or learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠nolayingup.com/join⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the No Laying Up Newsletter here: https://newsletter.nolayingup.com/ Subscribe to the No Laying Up Podcast channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@NoLayingUpPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

William Shakespeare's “Hamlet” is the story of a Danish prince who can't decide how to respond to his father's murder. St. Louis Shakespeare Festival's production of the play in Forest Park this month is inspired by the fashion and jazz of mid-20th-Century Manhattan. As St. Louis Public Radio's Jeremy Goodwin reports, the production shows that one of the most famous plays ever written can inspire new sounds and surprises.

This is who we hear at the top of our soundwalk: The Black-headed Grosbeak.They say it sounds like an operatic American Robin. I can't say I disagree. Its phrases rise and fall with ebullient fluidity.This week we are back in Forest Park, in my hometown, Portland, Oregon. It's the subject of a multifaceted series that is spooling out across all my music pseudonyms throughout the year, and probably into the next here on Substack and on music streaming services. So far we've been introduced to Forest Park Rain Suite I & II, The Wildwood Trail in Sound and Vision, and last week's Ancient Forest Suite. This week it's Forest Melody Suite.The first thing I notice is that this breaks the rule I set for Listening Spot releases: no pianos leading the way. Forest Melody Suite has a Wurlitzer electric piano front and center through the whole 17 minute runtime. I love the deep tone of this particular electric piano, and I love the punctuated, syllabic structure of a phrase played on a piano. Maybe hearing all the melodic birdsong made it irresistible to reach for it. Or maybe it was just easier to start with. Honestly, I don't remember. It was the path of least resistance, one way or another.The environmental audio we hear was recorded in the Miller Creek watershed on the quiet northern side of Forest Park; definitely a top spot for migratory birds in the vast park. Here you'll find a healthy fish-bearing creek (the only one in the park to host salmonids) and complex structure in the forest canopy. I kinda took Forest Park for granted, growing up in Portland. But it really is something special! We hear plenty of Pacific Wren, Wilson's Warbler, Cordilleran Flycatcher, Downy Woodpecker, Red-breasted Nuthatch, Song Sparrow and some tricky-to-ID baby birds too. The scene was positively alive.Thanks for being here; for listening and reading. Ancient Forest Suite is available under the artist name Listening Spot on all streaming platforms Friday, May 30th. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chadcrouch.substack.com/subscribe

Beginning June 8th, residents in the Forest Park and Pleasant Run communities will have access to the MetroNow! transportation service. Instead of using full size Metro buses, the MetroNow! service uses shuttle-style vehicles to provide flexible, on-demand service—within these available zones of service. MetroNow! currently operates in the communities of Read More Shared by United Resource Connection May 30, 2025

There’s a population of Northern red-legged frogs that make their home in Portland’s Forest Park. In late winter and early spring, they come down to the nearby Harborton wetland to breed. There’s only one problem: the frogs have to cross Highway 30 to get from Forest Park to the wetland and back. About ten years ago, a local resident saw the road covered with the bodies of frogs who had tried to cross during the night and gotten squished. They alerted some friends and neighbors and that’s how the Harborton Frog Shuttle, also lovingly known as the “frog taxi” came to be. Teams of dedicated volunteers are on-call from late winter to early spring and when the conditions are right for the frogs, they come out with their buckets and headlamps to help the amphibians cross the road safely.   OPB “Oregon Field Guide” producer Jule Gilfillan and OPB cinematographer/editor Brooke Herbert tagged along with the frog taxi volunteers. They join us to share a bit about the experience. And you can see their video here.    For more Evergreen episodes and to share your voice with us, visit our showpage. Follow OPB on Instagram, and follow host Jenn Chávez too. You can sign up for OPB’s newsletters to get what you need in your inbox regularly.   Don’t forget to check out our many podcasts, which can be found on any of your favorite podcast apps: Hush Timber Wars Season 2: Salmon Wars Politics Now Think Out Loud And many more! Check out our full show list here.

Shaun broadcasts LIVE from Gaelic Park in Forest Park for Night TWO of Cigar Night! PLUS, Mary Grabar, fellow at the Alexander Hamilton Institute and author of the book Debunking FDR: The Man and the Myths, talks to Shaun about the parallels between the Biden health scandal and FDR's own health scandal. And Shaun talks to Joe Bishop-Henchman, Executive Vice President at the National Taxpayers Union Foundation, about how the government has been ripping us off for years, the mis-placed priorities of the tax bill, and how our taxes are paying more in interest on the National Debt than we are giving to our National Defense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Hour 1, Brad Range and Ryan Wiggins kick off the show with a discussion on President Biden's health, including the recent disclosure of his prostate cancer diagnosis and its political implications. They also explore ongoing concerns about his mental acuity and updates from Special Counsel Robert Hur's investigation. In Segment 2, Gianno Caldwell, founder of the Caldwell Institute for public safety and FoxNews political analyst shares the emotional story behind his book The Day My Brother Was Murdered and offers insight into addressing Black-on-Black crime and urban violence in Chicago. The hour wraps up with Wiggins America looking at a new medical breakthrough from UCLA that could help with hair loss, celebrity stories about balding, and some lighthearted personal reflections from the hosts. In Hour 2, a breakdown of the Supreme Court ruling on Venezuelan immigrants, sparking discussion on refugee status, legal versus illegal immigration, and the human side of the issue, including Pedro Pascal's personal story. The segment also highlights differences between Trump and Biden administration policies. Attention then shifts to the devastating tornadoes and storms that hit Missouri and Illinois, with Forest Park, Brentwood, Granite City, and Marion among the hardest-hit areas. Callers share emotional stories of destruction, funnel clouds, and survival. The hour wraps up with analysis of how media narratives shape public perception of immigration, and a look at available volunteer and support resources for storm recovery efforts. In Hour 3, Ryan & Brad break down the media covering up Biden's decline across the final years of his presidency, some news breaks about Trump & Putin, Dave Murray clears up the facts about what happened during Friday's storms & the poll results from the day.

Hour 2 begins with a breakdown of the Supreme Court ruling on Venezuelan immigrants, sparking discussion on refugee status, legal versus illegal immigration, and the human side of the issue, including Pedro Pascal's personal story. The segment also highlights differences between Trump and Biden administration policies. Attention then shifts to the devastating tornadoes and storms that hit Missouri and Illinois, with Forest Park, Brentwood, Granite City, and Marion among the hardest-hit areas. Callers share emotional stories of destruction, funnel clouds, and survival. The hour wraps up with analysis of how media narratives shape public perception of immigration, and a look at available volunteer and support resources for storm recovery efforts.

In this segment, Brad and Ryan cover the devastating storms that tore through the St. Louis metro area on Friday. Listeners called in to share harrowing stories of funnel clouds, massive hail, and destructive winds. Communities like Forest Park, Brentwood, and areas near Lake Egypt were hit especially hard, with uprooted trees, destroyed buildings, and downed power lines reported. Cleanup is underway as tree service crews and aid trucks work tirelessly to assist affected neighborhoods.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit chadcrouch.substack.comI've been doing a lot of writing about Forest Park, here in Portland, Oregon, so I decided not to double up this week. In fact, I'm putting a pause on the Wildwood Trail Sound & Vision series, to pick it back up later this year, when the photos I took match the season better. The environmental audio for today's release was captured at Ancient Forest Preserve, a non-contiguous 27-acre chunk of Forest Park floating about two miles to the northwest of the 5200 acre park proper; an island outpost of old-growth, managed by the Forest Park Conservancy with little fanfare. Private forest lands surround it on two sides, while the Metro-owned Burlington Creek Forest fans out like an apron beneath it, providing public access.This is what it looks like from above:Recorded last December, this soundscape is quite delicate. Small water sounds are magnified and cave-like. Allow me to explain: Burlington Creek flows through this forest, entering a culvert beneath a gravel road at its eastern boundary. My microphones were just within in earshot of that culvert, a 6' diameter pipe, which had an amplifying effect on the water trickling through. The stereo field captures both the foreground creek sound as well as the distant culvert undertones. I tried to select instrument voices that blended well with this constellation of little sounds. Droplet synths, hammered dulcimer-esque synths, banjo, pan drum... Washy sounds and sparkly sounds.Chestnut-backed Chickadees, Red-breasted Nuthatches, and Ruby-crowned Kinglets busily forage in the mild December evening light. Geese fly overhead. And, there's a mammal or two as well. Possibly deer. Possibly a very quiet human. A mystery.Ancient forest suite has a squiggly horseshoe trail nearly looping back to itself. I made a leisurely circuit while leaving my recording gear to soak up the creek sound. I didn't expect to see anyone else in the fading light. What a memorable evening; what a charmed place. Thanks for revisiting it with me. Ancient Forest Suite is available under the artist name Listening Spot on all streaming platforms Friday, May 16th.

Hour 3 includes a visit with author Caitlin Yager about her new book on visits to 50 small towns in Missouri; how irrational are sports fans; Twilight Thursdays are back in Forest Park.

Dramatic video shows second suspect in alleged motorcycle gang shooting in Forest Park turning himself in! Police also confirmed that Nigel Blackwood had turned himself into Forest Park Police on Wednesday night. Join us as we discuss!Please consider sponsoring the channel by signing up for our channel memberships. You can also support us by signing up for our podcast channel membership for $9.99 per month, where 100% of the membership price goes directly to us at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dragon-s-lair-motorcycle-chaos--3267493/support. Follow us on:Instagram: BlackDragonBikerTV TikTok: BlackDragonBikertv Twitter: jbunchiiFacebook: BlackDragonBikerBuy Black Dragon Merchandise, Mugs, Hats, T-Shirts Books: https://blackdragonsgear.comDonate to our cause:Cashapp: $BikerPrezPayPal: jbunchii Zelle: jbunchii@aol.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BlackDragonNPSubscribe to our new discord server https://discord.gg/dshaTSTSubscribe to our online news magazine www.bikerliberty.comGet 20% off Gothic biker rings by using my special discount code: blackdragon go to http://gthic.com?aff=147Join my News Letter to get the latest in MC protocol, biker club content, and my best picks for every day carry. https://johns-newsletter-43af29.beehiiv.com/subscribe Get my Audio Book Prospect's Bible an Audible: https://adbl.co/3OBsfl5Help us get to 30,000 subscribers on www.instagram.com/BlackDragonBikerTV on Instagram. Thank you!

Rebekah Coste welcomes Sara Lesire, a St. Louis mom and content creator behind Midwest Nomad Family, to the Moms of the Lou podcast! Sara shares her journey from rural Illinois to St. Louis, her transition from hiking for fun to documenting local adventures, and the growth of her family's content creation business. She highlights popular local spots like the City Museum, Forest Park, and Tower Grove Park, and discusses the shift from photo-based content to storytelling through reels on Instagram. Sara emphasizes the importance of starting small with outdoor activities and offers advice for families looking to explore more. To find more places to explore outside the St. Louis area, check out https://midwestnomads.com/!We are so grateful to Chelsey Huff Design for sponsoring this episode. Chelsea creates beautifully custom printed designs that bring your vision to life without the stress. Plus, as a St Louis mom listener, enjoy 10% off your order with code STLMOMS at checkout! Chelsea Huff Design, where every detail tells your story.Sara is a mom of two who has lived in the St. Louis area for over 30 years. While she continues to work part-time as a civil engineer, she uses her love for travel, adventure, and the outdoors to help other families explore through her blog and social media accounts. Sara shares family-friendly attractions, hikes, parks, and day trips around the St. Louis area and beyond. She loves writing family-friendly hiking and travel guides so that other families know what to expect. Her goal is to show that you don't have to spend a lot of money or travel far to find a new adventure. Favorite Parks with Playgrounds: Forest Park, Brentwood Park, Indian Camp Creek, O'Day Park, Wildwood Community Park, Watson Trail Park, Vago Park, Jake's Field of Dreams, Schranz Park, Turtle ParkGreat Family Hikes or Walks: Forest Park, Tower Grove, Powder Valley Conservation Center, Castlewood State Park, Pickle Springs, The Nature Institute (Olin Preserve), Kress Farm Garden Preserve, Rockwoods Reservation, Elephant Rocks, Hughes MountainWe hope you enjoyed this podcast episode! To learn more about Moms of the Lou you can go to stlouismom.com or follow us on Instagram and Facebook. You can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcast and Spotify. And don't forget to rate and review so more people can tune in! This episode was produced by the St. Louis Mom. It was recorded and edited by Half Coast Studios in St. Louis, Missouri. Music composed by Trina Harger.

As the call to stand down continues to circulate across the biker community, police have named two suspects in the deadly shooting at the Forest Park motorcycle club gathering—and one has been arrested. Tensions remain high, and the investigation is far from over. The MC community is watching closely as more details unfold. Join us as we discuss?Please consider sponsoring the channel by signing up for our channel memberships. You can also support us by signing up for our podcast channel membership for $9.99 per month, where 100% of the membership price goes directly to us at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dragon-s-lair-motorcycle-chaos--3267493/support. Follow us on:Instagram: BlackDragonBikerTV TikTok: BlackDragonBikertv Twitter: jbunchiiFacebook: BlackDragonBikerBuy Black Dragon Merchandise, Mugs, Hats, T-Shirts Books: https://blackdragonsgear.comDonate to our cause:Cashapp: $BikerPrezPayPal: jbunchii Zelle: jbunchii@aol.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BlackDragonNPSubscribe to our new discord server https://discord.gg/dshaTSTSubscribe to our online news magazine www.bikerliberty.comGet 20% off Gothic biker rings by using my special discount code: blackdragon go to http://gthic.com?aff=147Join my News Letter to get the latest in MC protocol, biker club content, and my best picks for every day carry. https://johns-newsletter-43af29.beehiiv.com/subscribe Get my Audio Book Prospect's Bible an Audible: https://adbl.co/3OBsfl5Help us get to 30,000 subscribers on www.instagram.com/BlackDragonBikerTV on Instagram. Thank you!

What police were failing to say in the Forest Park biker club shooting. Join us as we discuss.Please consider sponsoring the channel by signing up for our channel memberships. You can also support us by signing up for our podcast channel membership for $9.99 per month, where 100% of the membership price goes directly to us at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dragon-s-lair-motorcycle-chaos--3267493/support.  Follow us on:Instagram: BlackDragonBikerTV TikTok: BlackDragonBikertv Twitter: jbunchiiFacebook: BlackDragonBikerBuy Black Dragon Merchandise, Mugs, Hats, T-Shirts Books: https://blackdragonsgear.comDonate to our cause:Cashapp: $BikerPrezPayPal: jbunchii Zelle: jbunchii@aol.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BlackDragonNPSubscribe to our new discord server https://discord.gg/dshaTSTSubscribe to our online news magazine www.bikerliberty.comGet 20% off Gothic biker rings by using my special discount code: blackdragon go to http://gthic.com?aff=147 Join my News Letter to get the latest in MC protocol, biker club content, and my best picks for every day carry. https://johns-newsletter-43af29.beehiiv.com/subscribe   Get my Audio Book Prospect's Bible an Audible: https://adbl.co/3OBsfl5 Help us get to 30,000 subscribers on www.instagram.com/BlackDragonBikerTV on Instagram. Thank you!

Local cannabis business owners are taking issue with a new Oregon labor law. Forest Park faces the threat of a devastating wildfire. And there's conflict over the future of the Multnomah Safe Rest Village. Joining host Claudia Meza on this week's Friday news roundup are Willamette Week reporter and author Brianna Wheeler and our very own executive producer, John Notarianni. Plus, we have a bonus conversation with Heather Barnes of Rose City Comic Con. Discussed in Today's Episode: The City and a Nonprofit Argue Over What Success Looks Like at a Tiny Pod Village [Willamette Week] Is Portland Ready for a Catastrophic Wildfire in Forest Park? [Oregonian

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Police are searching for the people responsible after a motorcycle gathering in Forest Park turned deadly Sunday evening and named two individuals that died. Investigators said shots rang out just before 5 p.m. inside a business along 5246 Jones Road near Old Dixie Highway. When officers arrived, they saw multiple motorcycles leaving the scene at high rates of speed.Please consider sponsoring the channel by signing up for our channel memberships. You can also support us by signing up for our podcast channel membership for $9.99 per month, where 100% of the membership price goes directly to us at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dragon-s-lair-motorcycle-chaos--3267493/support. Follow us on:Instagram: BlackDragonBikerTV TikTok: BlackDragonBikertv Twitter: jbunchiiFacebook: BlackDragonBikerBuy Black Dragon Merchandise, Mugs, Hats, T-Shirts Books: https://blackdragonsgear.comDonate to our cause:Cashapp: $BikerPrezPayPal: jbunchii Zelle: jbunchii@aol.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BlackDragonNPSubscribe to our new discord server https://discord.gg/dshaTSTSubscribe to our online news magazine www.bikerliberty.comGet 20% off Gothic biker rings by using my special discount code: blackdragon go to http://gthic.com?aff=147Join my News Letter to get the latest in MC protocol, biker club content, and my best picks for every day carry. https://johns-newsletter-43af29.beehiiv.com/subscribe Get my Audio Book Prospect's Bible an Audible: https://adbl.co/3OBsfl5Help us get to 30,000 subscribers on www.instagram.com/BlackDragonBikerTV on Instagram. Thank you!Please consider sponsoring the channel by signing up for our channel memberships. You can also support us by signing up for our podcast channel membership for $9.99 per month, where 100% of the membership price goes directly to us at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dragon-s-lair-motorcycle-chaos--3267493/support. Follow us on:Instagram: BlackDragonBikerTV TikTok: BlackDragonBikertv Twitter: jbunchiiFacebook: BlackDragonBikerBuy Black Dragon Merchandise, Mugs, Hats, T-Shirts Books: https://blackdragonsgear.comDonate to our cause:Cashapp: $BikerPrezPayPal: jbunchii Zelle: jbunchii@aol.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BlackDragonNPSubscribe to our new discord server https://discord.gg/dshaTSTSubscribe to our online news magazine www.bikerliberty.comGet 20% off Gothic biker rings by using my special discount code: blackdragon go to http://gthic.com?aff=147Join my News Letter to get the latest in MC protocol, biker club content, and my best picks for every day carry. https://johns-newsletter-43af29.beehiiv.com/subscribe Get my Audio Book Prospect's Bible an Audible: https://adbl.co/3OBsfl5Help us get to 30,000 subscribers on www.instagram.com/BlackDragonBikerTV on Instagram. Thank you!

Police are investigating a deadly shooting during a motorcycle club gathering in Forest Park over the weekend. The shooting happened at a mechanic's shop on Jones Road on Sunday afternoon. Officials say they are shocked to hear about the violence, saying that shootings like this one don't usually happen in their community. Join us as we discuss.Please consider sponsoring the channel by signing up for our channel memberships. You can also support us by signing up for our podcast channel membership for $9.99 per month, where 100% of the membership price goes directly to us at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dragon-s-lair-motorcycle-chaos--3267493/support. Follow us on:Instagram: BlackDragonBikerTV TikTok: BlackDragonBikertv Twitter: jbunchiiFacebook: BlackDragonBikerBuy Black Dragon Merchandise, Mugs, Hats, T-Shirts Books: https://blackdragonsgear.comDonate to our cause:Cashapp: $BikerPrezPayPal: jbunchii Zelle: jbunchii@aol.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BlackDragonNPSubscribe to our new discord server https://discord.gg/dshaTSTSubscribe to our online news magazine www.bikerliberty.comGet 20% off Gothic biker rings by using my special discount code: blackdragon go to http://gthic.com?aff=147Join my News Letter to get the latest in MC protocol, biker club content, and my best picks for every day carry. https://johns-newsletter-43af29.beehiiv.com/subscribe Get my Audio Book Prospect's Bible an Audible: https://adbl.co/3OBsfl5Help us get to 30,000 subscribers on www.instagram.com/BlackDragonBikerTV on Instagram. Thank you!

(00:00-27:09) We'll take your calls on the industry. You up, Doug? Summer Rental. Nolan Gorman, how do you do? One day, I'll be out in that parking lot. Martin's TMA Easter eggs. Albert Edison has a bone to pick with Jackson. His call doesn't go real well. Sundresses aren't required, but are encouraged. Doug thinks its the Leafs year. Mike Francesa audio and he was not happy with the Knicks. (27:18-43:56) Lean into the musical history of St. Louis. You can't win with these folks. Taking pictures in the bunker like you're at the beach. Forest Park vs. Central Park. Jackson's math skills are brought into question. Wet Willy's. (44:06-58:30) Audio from Spittin' Chiclets of the guys talking about the Jets. Jackson's editing skills are brought into question. Doug thinks this Blues team is gonna go all the way. Tomorrow night should be feisty. IT WILL DONE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00-27:09) We'll take your calls on the industry. You up, Doug? Summer Rental. Nolan Gorman, how do you do? One day, I'll be out in that parking lot. Martin's TMA Easter eggs. Albert Edison has a bone to pick with Jackson. His call doesn't go real well. Sundresses aren't required, but are encouraged. Doug thinks its the Leafs year. Mike Francesa audio and he was not happy with the Knicks. (27:18-43:56) Lean into the musical history of St. Louis. You can't win with these folks. Taking pictures in the bunker like you're at the beach. Forest Park vs. Central Park. Jackson's math skills are brought into question. Wet Willy's. (44:06-58:30) Audio from Spittin' Chiclets of the guys talking about the Jets. Jackson's editing skills are brought into question. Doug thinks this Blues team is gonna go all the way. Tomorrow night should be feisty. IT WILL DONE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit chadcrouch.substack.comAnd we're back! More spring rain; more Pacific Wren and Wilson's Warbler duets … It's Forest Park Rain Suite II.And now you might be thinking why split it up? Honestly I don't entirely remember my reasoning, but the main thing that I noticed for some of my work is that once you get to the 40 minute mark, it has a pretty strong sedative effect. That's not a bad thing, necessarily. But I'd like to think my music could be of service to those who want to lean in, as well as lean back. I do quality control listening of my mixes with headphones at night lying in bed. I rarely make it to 40 minutes without falling asleep. So this “halfsies” presentation offers a good old fashioned intermission. Thanks again for reading and listening along. I'm grateful for your interest. Forest Park Rain Suite II is available under the artist name Listening Spot on all streaming platforms Friday, April 18th.Next week, the first of a series of Sound and Vision posts on the Wildwood Trail, and new work from my instrumental project Sleeping Animal!Soundwalk is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.

The environmental recording for Forest Park Rain suite was recorded about a year ago on the quiet northern side of Forest Park, here in Portland Oregon. It was a rainy day interspersed with sun breaks. Many migratory birds had buy then taken up residence here. Among them, Black-headed Grosbeak, Wilson's Warbler, Black-throated Gray Warbler, and Hammond's Flycatcher. Deer can also be heard moving among downed branches. I love the acoustics of the forest slope where this was captured. I love the soft rain sounds. Like all Listening Spot compositions, this one leans into atmospherics and emphasizes melody. Loping, synthesizer phrases are layered with vibrato synth pads and various soft, shimmering sounds. I've spoken a little bit about Forest Park in the past, but I've spent some time reacquainting myself with its trails over the last month. In particular, the 30-mile-long Wildwood trail that traverses the park from north to south. In the Spring of 1999 I hiked the entire trail (slightly shorter, then) in one day. A quarter century later I had the urge to complete it again, but not all at once, I'll be sharing the fruits of that soon! Til then, thanks again for your interest; for reading and listening along. I'm grateful for you. Forest Park Rain Suite is available under the artist name Listening Spot on all streaming platforms Friday, April 11th. Forest Park Rain Suite II will land next Friday, April 18th. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chadcrouch.substack.com/subscribe

With wildfire season approaching and southern California still reeling from the January wildfires, Portland leaders are making sure the city can withstand a major urban wildfire. Forest Park, the city's crown jewel and one of the largest urban forests in the U.S., has been identified as one of the areas most at-risk for wildfire in the city. Kim Kosmas, a senior public education officer with Portland Fire & Rescue who also manages the wildfire preparedness program, talks on Beat Check about what the city is doing to prevent large fires in Forest Park and what homeowners can do to protect their homes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We can't think about the future without first understanding our past. That's the message in this week's episode as we head to Forest Park to the Missouri History Museum. We sat down with Jody Sowel, the President of the Missouri Historical Society and one of the most fascinating interviews I've had in a while. Jody is a transplant of St. Louis but you'd never know it. He has a passion and a deep knowledge of our city that rivals those born and raised here. If you haven't been to the history museum in a while, listen up because you'll be shocked about everything new they have to offer and explore. We chat about it all as they gear up for some pretty big milestones.

A proposed utility project in Forest Park has caused a monthslong clash between environmental groups and Portland General Electric. The Harborton Reliability Project would remove roughly 400 mature trees on 5 acres of parkland to make way for new power lines. PGE says the grid upgrade is necessary to meet the region’s growing demand for electricity, but conservationists say it will damage one of Portland’s most important ecological assets. City permitting staff recommended against the project in January, but a hearings officer determined earlier this month that it should be allowed to proceed. The Forest Park Neighborhood Association and the Forest Park Conservancy have appealed that decision to the City Council. Randy Franks is a senior project manager for PGE. Scott Fogarty is the executive director of the Forest Park Conservancy. They both join us to share their perspectives on the plan and what it could mean for Portland’s largest park.

Today we're talking about the community centers targeted for potential closure in our city and Portland General Electric being given the green light to cut down more trees in Forest Park. Plus, we dive into our mailbag to hear from our listeners. Joining host Claudia Meza on the midweek roundup is executive producer, John Notarianni. Discussed in Today's Episode: Portland City Councilors Respond to 3 Community Centers at Risk of Closing [KOIN] How To Participate in Portland's Budget Process [OPB] Portland Hearings Officer Signs Off on PGE's Forest Park Utility Plan [Portland Mercury]  Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 19th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Portland State University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MUSICThe all-star FireAid benefitwent off in L.A. Thursday night. An all-star lineup performed at twovenues, the Intuit Dome and the Forum, raising money for victims of the recentwildfires.  Sean "Diddy"Combs faces new allegations asfederal prosecutors have added two new victims to their case against himEvolution Festival willreturn to the grounds of Forest Park on Sept. 27 and 28, officials saidThursday. RIP:Marianne Faithfull, who rose to fame in the 1960s  TVAn Eddie Murphydocumentary will debut on Netflix later this year.  John Mulaney‘s new livetalk show has set its debut and its self-explanatory title, Everybody's Livein L.A. With John Mulaney. Netflix just announcedthe highly anticipated third and final installment of Squid Game will return toscreens on June 27, 2025.  Liam Payne filmed areality show for Netflix before he fell from a hotel balcony and died lastOctober . . .          MatthewMcConaughey and Woody Harrelson have staged a TrueDetective reunion in a new ad written and directed by series creator Nic Pizzolatto Matthew Lillard is coming back for "Scream 7". The announcement came down yesterday.  AND FINALLYThis might be a little surprising to you, but the topcelebrity people have in their minds when they read a romance novelis NOT Fabio.   2,000 American romance readers were asked who they picture asthe characters in their naughty books.Follow us @RizzShow @MoonValjeanHere @KingScottRules @LernVsRadio @IamRafeWilliams – Check out King Scott's Linktr.ee/kingscottrules + band @FreeThe2SG and Check out Moon's bands GREEK FIRE @GreekFire GOLDFINGER @GoldfingerMusic THE TEENAGE DIRTBAGS @TheTeenageDbags and Lern's band @LaneNarrows http://www.1057thepoint.com/Rizz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

MUSIC The all-star FireAid benefit went off in L.A. Thursday night. An all-star lineup performed at two venues, the Intuit Dome and the Forum, raising money for victims of the recent wildfires.   Sean "Diddy" Combs faces new allegations as federal prosecutors have added two new victims to their case against him Evolution Festival will return to the grounds of Forest Park on Sept. 27 and 28, officials said Thursday.   RIP: Marianne Faithfull, who rose to fame in the 1960s   TV An Eddie Murphy documentary will debut on Netflix later this year.   John Mulaney‘s new live talk show has set its debut and its self-explanatory title, Everybody's Live in L.A. With John Mulaney. Netflix just announced the highly anticipated third and final installment of Squid Game will return to screens on June 27, 2025.   Liam Payne filmed a reality show for Netflix before he fell from a hotel balcony and died last October . . .            Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson have staged a True Detective reunion in a new ad written and directed by series creator Nic Pizzolatto   Matthew Lillard is coming back for "Scream 7".  The announcement came down yesterday.    AND FINALLY This might be a little surprising to you, but the top celebrity people have in their minds when they read a romance novel is NOT Fabio.     2,000 American romance readers were asked who they picture as the characters in their naughty books. Follow us @RizzShow @MoonValjeanHere @KingScottRules @LernVsRadio @IamRafeWilliams – Check out King Scott's Linktr.ee/kingscottrules + band @FreeThe2SG and Check out Moon's bands GREEK FIRE @GreekFire GOLDFINGER @GoldfingerMusic THE TEENAGE DIRTBAGS @TheTeenageDbags and Lern's band @LaneNarrows http://www.1057thepoint.com/Rizz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices