Podcasts about Southern Oregon

In this episode, Brian welcomes Doug from Oregon for an intense and deeply detailed account of a roadside Sasquatch encounter that took place in February 2006 along Highway 199 between Grants Pass, Oregon, and Crescent City, California.Doug explains how a late-night drive home through the dark, winding canyon near the Collier Tunnel and The Narrows turned into one of the most unforgettable moments of his life when his headlights and orange truck lights revealed a massive upright figure walking along the road.Doug describes the creature as unlike the classic bulky depictions many people imagine. Instead, he saw something towering, lean, powerful, and athletic, with the build of an enormous basketball player.He estimates it stood somewhere around ten feet tall or more, with long arms, massive shoulders, a narrow waist, pronounced musculature, pale gray skin, dark charcoal-gray hair, and orange-red eyes that appeared to catch the light as Doug passed in his 1995 Chevy dually. The creature did not run, panic, or react aggressively. It simply kept walking, calm and natural, as Doug drove by close enough to see its face, body structure, stride, hands, feet, and skin in startling detail.The conversation moves beyond the sighting itself into the emotional aftermath of seeing something so rare and impossible to easily explain. Doug talks about the shock, excitement, fear, and frustration that followed, especially after sharing the story with people who dismissed him or made him feel ridiculed. Over time, encouragement from his wife and conversations with Native friends, outdoorsmen, hunters, and other witnesses helped him become more open about what he saw.He also shares related local accounts from the same region, including sightings near Siskiyou Forks Road, Bluff Creek, Bald Hills Road, the Klamath River, Monkey Creek, and other deeply remote parts of Northern California and Southern Oregon.Brian and Doug also dig into one of the biggest questions surrounding roadside Sasquatch encounters: why would such an elusive creature be seen walking near or on a road? Brian offers the possibility that, like other animals, Sasquatch may sometimes use roads as the path of least resistance while moving from one area to another.Doug adds his own thoughts about the rugged terrain, river corridors, steep granite slopes, and hidden access points in the area where his encounter occurred. The discussion touches on Native traditions, flesh-and-blood theories, spiritual questions, government secrecy, missing people, wilderness fear, and the strange mix of curiosity and danger that seems to follow this phenomenon.Email BrianGet Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.Have you had a Bigfoot encounter, Sasquatch sighting, Dogman experience, or other cryptid or paranormal encounter? We'd love to hear your story. Email brian@paranormalworldproductions.com to be featured on a future episode of Sasquatch Odyssey.Sasquatch Odyssey is a leading Bigfoot and cryptid podcast exploring real encounters, field research, and scientific analysis of the Sasquatch phenomenon.Follow the show and turn on automatic downloads so you never miss an episode.

Looking for your next summer read? Southern Oregon librarians and booksellers recommend books for Pride Month and summer, from queer history and historical fiction to romance, satire and nonfiction.

A young California condor's nearly 400-mile flight into Southern Oregon marks the species' first recorded visit to the region in more than a century.

A witness living deep in Humboldt County shares years of terrifying encounters from some of the most legendary Bigfoot territory in America.In this episode of Bigfoot Society, Glenn “Bigfoot Dwarf” Rojas recounts a series of unexplained experiences stretching from Bluff Creek and Trinidad to Applegate Lake and the mountains of Southern California.You'll hear about:A black humanoid watching him from the woodsA towering figure crossing Highway 101 near TrinidadStrange glowing lights appearing nightly outside his homeVocalizations heard during late-night Bluff Creek investigationsMassive tracks discovered near the Applegate Lake Bigfoot TrapA mysterious force pushing down on his truck at 3 AM in Laird MeadowThermal footage capturing an unexplained humanoid shape in the Angeles National ForestThese encounters unfolded over more than a decade across Northern California and Southern Oregon's most active Sasquatch regions.If you follow Bigfoot reports, Bluff Creek history, or high-strangeness encounters in the redwoods, this is an episode you do not want to miss.Resources:https://www.youtube.com/@bigfootdwarf4200/

Local runners and climbers share advice on training, safety and preparation as the trail-running and mountaineering season begins in Southern Oregon and Northern California.

A Rogue Valley vineyard discusses its new orange wines, the federal labeling challenge that required a special disclaimer and the connection between wine and lavender farming.

In this episode, I sit down with former NCAA champion and Olympian Les Gutches for one of the most fascinating conversations we've had on the show. What started as a conversation about wrestling quickly turned into a masterclass on resilience, discipline, business, leadership, and life. Les shares stories from his childhood in Southern Oregon, growing up fast while helping care for his sick mother, and how those early experiences shaped his mindset forever. We dig into the relentless work ethic that carried him from local wrestling clubs all the way to undefeated NCAA championship seasons and the Olympics. Les talks about getting thrown into practices with older, tougher athletes from a young age, and how constantly being pushed beyond his comfort zone became one of the biggest advantages of his career. But what really surprised me was hearing how much of his success in business came from lessons learned off the mat. Les explains how working as a commercial lender taught him to read financials, recognize patterns, and learn directly from wealthy business owners. We also unpack his framework for successful partnerships, why every business needs a gas pedal, a brake pedal, and a transmission, plus some incredible stories from his real estate, gym, and liquor store ventures. We finish with a conversation about health, longevity, and discipline as a business owner. At 53, Les is still training consistently and thinking long-term, not just about money or success, but about having the energy and physical capacity to enjoy life decades from now. This episode is packed with practical wisdom and stories I know you'll remember. 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Emerging from the timeless and infinite reality of total darkness into the world of form and light ~ Randy shares insights and stories from his dark retreat experience.========================================­=====Sky Cave Retreats is a dark retreat center nestled in the Cascade-Siskiyou Wilderness in Southern Oregon.We have 3 private, earth-bermed dark retreats that are situated on a hillside enfolded in 100,000+ acres of wilderness.We invite you to drink deep and rest in the fullness of silence, darkness & light.========================================­=====STAY CONNECTED► Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/skycaveretr...► Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/DarkRoomRetr...► Conversations with Darkness Podcast: https://sptfy.com/KBalGET IN TOUCH► Our website -  http://www.skycaveretreats.com► Email - info@skycaveretreats.comSupport the show

On this edition of American Road Trip Talk we're joined by the Marketing Manager at the Running Y Resort; Amanda Rich. The conversation takes listeners on a scenic road trip through southern Oregon, spotlighting Crater Lake National Park and the surrounding destinations that make the region a must-visit for travelers. From the breathtaking 33-mile rim drive and panoramic lake viewpoints to adventurous stops like the Cleetwood Cove Trail, lava tube caves at Lava Beds National Monument, and ziplining above forested landscapes, the conversation highlights a variety of experiences perfect for an immersive getaway. With insights on nearby base camps like Klamath Falls and the Running Y Resort, as well as lesser-known stops such as Jackson Kimball Memorial Park and historic sites along the route For more information visit Southern Oregon Adventure Resort | Running Y, https://craterlakecountry.com/attractions-map/ and https://craterlakecountry.com/things-to-do-areas/

Looking for something to do this month? Here are Southern Oregon arts picks, from concerts and documentaries to outdoor performances and new music.

Cave Junction leaders are investing in tourism, parks and development while working to preserve the Southern Oregon town's small-town character.

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This week's regional roundup includes a Southern Oregon town facing financial strain, Eugene residents working to buy their mobile home park, and efforts to preserve historic apple trees.

A roundtable conversation focuses on the benefits and challenges of rural public transportation.

New research from Oregon State University suggests forest restoration in Southern Oregon and Northern California could improve wildfire resilience while supporting northern spotted owl habitat.

A series of cascading problems, including financial mismanagement, industry failures and questionable city contracts have pushed Lakeview, Oregon into millions of dollars of debt it can’t pay off. Like many former timber towns, Lakeview has struggled to rebound from the collapse of the logging mills that once powered its economy and helped the community survive in an isolated corner of Southern Oregon. OPB reporter Bryce Dole joins us to explain how Lakeview got into this predicament, and what residents are trying to do to get out of it.

Southern Oregon librarians and booksellers share summer reading recommendations for children and teens, from “Big Nate” and “Captain Underpants” to “Hunger Games.”

Paul French, director of the Southern Oregon Repertory Singers, and Christopheren Nomura, an internationally acclaimed baritone soloist, talk about Nomura's world premiere performance in Ashland set for Saturday and Sunday on Mother's Day Weekend at SOU's Music Recital Hall.

This interview is with Scott Kelley of Paul O'Brien Winery. In this interview, Scott talks about starting to work in the wine industry as a teenager, his experience with big, corporate wineries, and starting his own project in Oregon. Scott shares about beginning to work in the industry at 17 years old cleaning mobile grape presses. When his boss learned about his affinity for chemistry, he started taking grape samples in the vineyard to help determine pick dates. During this time, he met a winemaker who encouraged him to go to UC Davis. Scott talks about working at a brewery in Monterey, where he enjoyed the fermentation science but not the repetition and consistency of beer making. Without any cellar experience, he had to wait for someone in the wine industry to give him a chance, and that opportunity finally came through Golden State Vintners. Later in the interview, Scott discusses working for Robert Mondavi's La Famiglia label and learning to balance attention to detail with the large volume of wine he was producing there. While working for Estancia, he took their production up to 1.6 million cases yearly. In 2013, he started his own project with partner Dyson DeMara, which came to be known as Paul O'Brien Winery. This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Paul O'Brien Winery in Roseburg on March 19, 2026. Thank you to the Oregon Wine Board for generously supporting this interview as part of our Southern Oregon 2026 tour!

This interview is with Charlie Becker of Becker Vineyard in Roseburg. In this interview, Charlie shares his background and how he got started in winemaking.Charlie grew up in Cleveland, Ohio, and made his first wine at just 10 years old out of store bought grape juice and yeast. He later studied biology in college and eventually moved to Seattle, where he worked as a painter for many years. After some time, he move to southern Oregon and bought property in Drain, where he began pursuing winemaking more seriously.He started making wine around 2000 and produced his first batches in 2003. Over time, he planted about 13 acres of grapes and focused on growing a few different varietals. Much of what he learned about winemaking came from self-education, including researching in public libraries. In the early years, he and his wife, Peggy, did much of the work themselves, including bottling wine by hand.Charlie built most of his winery and tasting room on his own. His wines have gone on to win awards, and he takes pride in the quality of his work. He also values his lifestyle that comes with winemaking, having grown up around wine culture and enjoying the independence it brings. This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Becker Vineyard in Roseburg, Oregon on March 20, 2026.Thank you to the Oregon Wine Board for generously supporting this interview as part of our Southern Oregon 2026 tour!

This interview is with Rob Ikola of Whitetail Ridge. In this interview, Rob shares his background, career path, and how he became involved in the wine industry.Rob was born in Portland and grew up moving all around Oregon, including time in Bend and Roseburg. He attended Umpqua Community College, where he earned a business degree. Before entering the wine industry, he spent many years working in hands-on trades, including running a horse trailer company for about 20 years and operating a machine shop through a long-term business partnership. In 2012, Rob transitioned into the wine industry by starting a mobile bottling business. His company travels to different wineries to bottle wine efficiently, with the ability to process hundreds of cases per day. Around the same time, Rob planted his own vineyard in 2010, growing around 11 grape varietals. He developed a strong interest in winemaking and the vineyard lifestyle, combining his business experiences with agriculture. Rob emphasizes his love for farm life, including raising animals such as pigs, goats, and chickens. He values the independence and creativity that come with owning a vineyard and winery, as well as the ability to build something of his own. This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Whitetail Ridge in Roseburg, Oregon on March 20, 2026.Thank you to the Oregon Wine Board for generously supporting this interview as part of our Southern Oregon 2026 tour!

This interview is with Bryan and Pam Freed of Freed Estate. In this interview, Pam talks about growing up in Honolulu and working as a flight attendant. She talks about meeting her husband Mike and his desire to be a farmer.Later, she talks about finding land in Roseburg and starting Freed Estate. Bryan talks about growing up watching his father Mike farm, and eventually deciding he wanted to follow in his footsteps.They talk about Bryan's time at Oregon State learning enology and viticulture, and starting to take over more of the business. They talk about Mike passing away and the wines they made to honor him. And they talk about their favorite parts about being in the wine industry and being a space for their friends and neighbors.This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Freed Estate in Roseburg on March 19, 2026.Thank you to the Oregon Wine Board for generously supporting this interview as part of our Southern Oregon 2026 tour!

Outdoor guides share their favorite spring adventures, from horseback riding and wildflower hikes to paragliding over the Applegate Valley.

This interview is with Andrew Wenzl of Abacela Winery. In this interview, Andrew talks about his journey from biology and chemistry for veterinary school to applying those principles to winemaking.Andrew shares about his family's history in present-day Austria growing lesser known varietals, making wine, and running bed and breakfast-type inns. With that history of winemaking and hospitality, it made sense for Andrew to take his scientific education and start working at King Estate performing “bucket chemistry.”Andrew talks about enjoying cellar work first at King Estate and then at Silvan Ridge Hinman Vineyard before applying to work at Abacela Winery. He joined the team there in 2002, and he has been there ever since. When he first started working there, he acted as assistant winemaker, and in 2008 he was promoted to head winemaker. Though he grew up in the Willamette Valley and enjoyed the wines made there, he now loves working with varietals like Grenache and Tempranillo.Later in the interview, Andrew discusses the growth of Abacela during his time there, including a new and expanded tasting room, new programs like port and sparkling, and using 25 years' worth vineyard & cellar data to continue improving the wines. He also talks about how becoming a dad helped him to be more empathetic and supportive during the winemaking process.This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Abacela Winery in Roseburg on March 19, 2026.Thank you to the Oregon Wine Board for generously supporting this interview as part of our Southern Oregon 2026 tour!

This interview is with Denise and Bryan White of Troon Vineyards in Grants Pass. In this interview they share their journey into winemaking, their professional backgrounds, and how they built their vineyard and business together.Both Denise and Bryan originally came from medical backgrounds. Bryan worked in internal medicine and is board certified in hospice and palliative care, while Denise attended medical school and worked in a clinic, including time in neurology. Before entering the wine industry, they were involved in starting medical nonprofits in California and in Texas.In 2017, they purchased Troon Vineyards and began transitioning it to organic and biodynamic practices. Inspired by ecological approaches to farming, they focused less on industrial methods and more on soil health and microbiology. Over several years, they replanted much of the vineyard and expanded beyond just wine production to include apple cider, gardens, and livestock.They emphasize the importance of building a strong, knowledgable team to support all aspects of the vineyard, from soil science to vineyard management. They even conducted extensive soil testing, digging large soil pits and consulting experts to better understand the land. Overall, Denise and Bryan highlight intentionality in both their farming and business practices, aiming to create high-quality wine while improving the land and contributing positively to their community.This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Troon Vineyards in Grants Pass on March 18, 2026.Thank you to the Oregon Wine Board for generously supporting this interview as part of our Southern Oregon 2026 tour!

In this episode of Southeastern Fly, we sit down with Zach Kaufman, one of the owners of Sawyer Paddles and Oars, for a conversation about fly fishing, river life, and the craft behind building oars. Zach brings decades of experience as a rafting guide, fishing guide, oarsman, and business owner, with much of his time spent on the Rogue, Klamath, and Umpqua rivers.We talk through the history of Sawyer, how wooden and composite oars are built, and why the feel of a one-piece wood oar still matters to so many rowers. Zach also shares stories from Southern Oregon steelhead fishing, half-pounder runs, dam removals, river access, and the value of local knowledge when fishing unfamiliar water.Key Highlights:The Sawyer Story: How Sawyer moved from paddles into oars.Wooden Oars: A look at the wood, shaping, and handwork behind each oar.The Feel of Water: Why one-piece wood oars create a strong connection to the river.Composite Options: How shafts, blades, and swing weight affect rowing.Southern Oregon Fisheries: Steelhead, salmon, half-pounders, and changing rivers.Local Intel: Why fly shops, guides, and time on the water matter.Fish That Got Away: Zach's memorable stories of big fish lost.Resources:Sawyer Paddles and Oars: paddlesandoars.com Sawyer Station: sawyerstation.com Visit southeasternfly.comSign up for our newsletterProduced by NOVA

Oregon State University viticulturist Alec Levin explains bud break, spring frost risks, water concerns and why the Rogue Valley can grow more than 70 grape varieties.

From Medford cafes to winery brunches and self-guided wine tours, here are Mother's Day weekend brunch ideas across Southern Oregon.

This interview is with Rachael Martin of Red Lily Vineyards. In this interview, Rachael talks about growing up in the Rogue Valley before leaving to pursue a career in law.After deciding that wasn't her path and returning to the Rogue Valley with a desire to own some land and grow something, her dad's suggestion to try wine grapes launched her into a new career. She talks about her time honing her craft at RoxyAnn Winery under the mentorship of Sarah Powell.Later, she discusses starting Red Lily, first getting vineyards planted and later starting to make her own wine. She talks about how the wines have evolved and how she values using the tasting room and surrounding space as a community hub. And she talks about the growth in the local wine industry and what comes next.This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Red Lily Vineyards in Jacksonville on March 17, 2026.Thank you to the Oregon Wine Board for generously supporting this interview as part of our Southern Oregon 2026 tour!

This interview is with Andy Myer of Goldback & Trivia Wine Room. In this interview, Andy talks about his path into winemaking, starting with studying philosophy in Pennsylvania before transferring to Willamette University to study environmental science. He shares how a summer job at Cristom sparked his interest, describing his first experience in a vineyard as a “lightning catalyst” that got him hooked.Andy discusses his hands-on learning journey, including harvests in New Zealand and Australia, working in Sonoma and Seattle, and spending time in Italy studying archaeology to understand early winemaking practices. He shares that these experiences shaped his perspective and led him to realize he didn't need a formal degree to succeed in the wine industry.Later in the interview, Andy talks about starting Goldback in 2016 after moving to Oregon, his work with Wine Collective, and balancing family with his career. He reflects on challenges he faced throughout his career while also emphasizing his passion for winemaking.This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Goldback & Iruai Wine Room in Talent, Oregon on March 18, 2026.Thank you to the Oregon Wine Board for generously supporting this interview as part of our Southern Oregon 2026 tour!

This interview is with Nichole Schulte of Quady North/Barrel 42. In this interview, Nichole talks about her background studying law and working in insurance, and her current journey working in wine.Nichole talks about growing up in Florida and starting to work in insurance. After managing a call center, she became an adjuster, following storms across the country to help those affected settle insurance claims in the aftermath. At the suggestion of a colleague, she went to law school and spent a semester studying wine law abroad in Lyon, France.Nichole discusses moving to Grants Pass with her husband and starting to visit local wineries to get to know the community. In 2012, she worked a harvest internship at Troon, where she met Herb Quady. Shortly after that first internship, she and Herb joined Brian Gruber to start Barrel 42 as a custom crush facility. Together, they took the business from an old pear packing plant to the onsite winery they have today.Later in the interview, Nichole talks about how she keeps Barrel 42 organized, depending on a capable crew and scheduling everything on a whiteboard in order to maximize resources. She also talks about the effects of climate change and immigration policy on the wine industry.This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Quady North/Barrel 42 in Jacksonville on March 17, 2026.Thank you to the Oregon Wine Board for generously supporting this interview as part of our Southern Oregon 2026 tour!

In this episode, we're leaving the flatlands behind and heading into the rugged, timbered heart of Southern Oregon. Spring bear hunting in the Cascades isn't just a hunt—it's a chess match played against steep terrain and a receding snowline.​We're breaking down the specific strategies needed to find success in the Rogue, Dixon, and Applegate units. From the deep, heat-sink canyons of the Rogue River to the high-alpine basins where the big boars follow the elk calves in June, we cover the exact "where" and "when" of the Southern Oregon green-up.​What You'll Learn:​The River-to-Ridge Strategy: Why your April should start in the canyon bottoms and how to track the snowline as the season progresses.​Terrain Traps: Identifying topographic "benches" and micro-meadows that hold bears in the thick Southern Oregon brush.​The Glassing Game: Why a tripod is your most valuable piece of gear and how to spot the "shimmer" of a bear in the heavy timber.​Local Legends: Understanding the high probability of color-phase bears in our region and how to field-judge a trophy boar versus a sow.​The 2026 Checklist: Mandatory ODFW check-in rules, tooth extraction tips, and the "Prop the Jaw" trick every hunter should know.​Whether you're battling the poison oak in the lower canyons or glassing the high rocky balds, this episode is your tactical roadmap for one of the most challenging seasons in the Pacific Northwest.​Gear Up. Sit Still. Watch the Green.​Available on all major streaming platforms.

This interview is with Sara Garr of Circadian Cellars. In this interview, Sara talks about growing up as a creative individual and finally finding her preferred medium in wine.Sara talks about first entering the wine industry from a sales point of view, working at the Harry & David bottle shop in Medford. Though initially she didn't know much about fine wine, she worked with the wine buyer and her coworkers to learn more. Her career trajectory changed in 2015 when she started her first harvest with Quady North / Barrel 42.Sara discusses her “happy accident” barrel of Cabernet that would become her first wine under the Circadian Cellars label. While continuing to work at Barrel 42, she slowly started to expand her own label as well, including lesser known varietals as well as more standard Southern Oregon varietals but with less common winemaking processes. After she felt she had a handle on the wine itself, she also started creating her own labels.Later in the interview, Sara talks about the future of her own label and the wine industry at large. With an ever-changing industry and the people interested in drinking wine, she stresses the importance of being flexible and creating a product that customers really want. For her first wine club release, she will curate a collection “from the vault” for each member based on their individual taste.This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Hummingbird Estate in Central Point on March 16, 2026.Thank you to the Oregon Wine Board for generously supporting this interview as part of our Southern Oregon 2026 tour!

This interview is with Herb Quady of Quady North and Barrel 42. In this interview, Herb talks about his family starting a wine brand in California the same year he was born, and thus growing up in the industry. Despite initially not wanting to work in wine, he soon found himself working for Randall Grahm at Bonny Doon and launching his wine career.Later, Herb talks about coming to Southern Oregon and working at Troon, and the growth of the Rogue Valley wine industry while he was a part of it. He then talks about the decision to start Quady North with his parents, his wife, and her parents all playing a major role.He discusses the growth of Quady North, the custom crush operation Barrel 42, and his vineyard installation/management business as well. And he talks about the role he and his businesses have played in the growth of the local wine industry.This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Quady North in Jacksonville on March 17, 2026.Thank you to the Oregon Wine Board for generously supporting this interview as part of our Southern Oregon 2026 tour!

This interview is with Dustin Andries of Naumes Crush and Fermentation. In this interview, Dustin talks about growing up around the Rogue Valley wine industry with an interest in science, then attending Oregon State University with the desire of being a winemaker.Next, Dustin talks about a variety of internships he did, including being part of a team at Gallo that was crushing 350,000 tons of grapes in a single harvest. He then discusses coming to Naumes Crush and Fermentation as it was just getting started and the roles he has held while the business has grown. He also discusses a brief sojourn back to the Willamette Valley to work for Jackson Family Wines before returning to Naumes, as well as talking about his work as a custom crush winemaker for a large number of clients.This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Naumes Crush and Fermentaion in Medford on March 16, 2026.Thank you to the Oregon Wine Board for generously supporting this interview as part of our Southern Oregon 2026 tour!

This interview is with Brian Gruber of Irvine & Roberts Vineyards. In this interview, Brian talks about growing up in Minnesota and then attending the Air Force Academy. He talks about his career in the military, including some of the specific projects he worked on.He then talks about his growing interest in wine, first as a consumer and then his desire to grow his own grapes and make his own wine. He talks about the decision to move to Oregon and the various places he has worked in the industry, including helping to found Barrel 42 and now making wine at Irvine & Roberts. He speaks about the growth of the industry, his own vineyard in the Rogue Valley, and what comes next.This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Irvine & Roberts Vineyards in Grants Pass on March 16, 2026.Thank you to the Oregon Wine Board for generously supporting this interview as part of our Southern Oregon 2026 tour!

A spring arts guide to Southern Oregon and Northern California, featuring dance events, film festivals, author talks and a kelp forest documentary.

Central Point Mayor Taneea Browning discusses growth, walkability, youth leadership and the city's long-term vision in Southern Oregon.

In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), is joined by blueberry grower and new USHBC Chair Ellie Norris. Making her fourth appearance on “The Business of Blueberries,” she joins us to share her goals for her leadership roles in the blueberry industry, including a strong emphasis on building community within her team and making exceptional quality the standard for her farm and beyond. Norris has been immersed in management from an early age, beginning her career on her family's large-scale blueberry farm in Southern Oregon. There she developed one of her most valuable leadership skills: The ability to communicate effectively with diverse personalities and motivate teams toward shared success.“Blueberries check so many boxes. We have health, convenience, versatility, but we just can't assume that consumers automatically are going to connect those dots. There's a real upside to expanding how and when people use blueberries and making sure that our messaging keeps pace with how consumers shop and eat today. … There are just so many opportunities for us to expand our relevance to the consumer market and internationally, the opportunity is equally significant.” – Ellie Norris Topics covered include: Meet Ellie Norris, blueberry grower and new USHBC chair.Hear about the approach Norris will take in expanding the blueberry market, and how her leadership will achieve it.Crop ReportThe Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughoutimportant blueberry growing areas. Today you'll hear from Eliza Spreitzer in Georgia,Kristin Brinkley in North Carolina, Eliza Spreitzer in Michigan, T.J. Hafner in Oregon,Alan Schreiber in Washington, Pat Goin in Indiana, Michelle Borges in California, Sunny Brar in British Columbia, Luis Vegas in Peru, and Mario Ramirez in Mexico. This was recorded on April 16, 2026.

Meet Erika Bare, the Superintendent at South Umpqua Schools in Myrtle Creek, OR. Erika is a proud educator for over 20 years, serving in many roles, now as the educator in S. Umpqua. She is also an author and presenter. She most recently co-authored with Tiffany Burns, Connecting Through Conversation: A Playbook for Talking with StudentsErika lives in Southern Oregon with her extremely supportive husband, two remarkable high school-aged children, and a very mischievous cat. She feels especially fortunate to live in the community she serves. Erika has developed and led workshops and professional development activities addressing a multitude of topics in education, communication, equity, and leadership. Connect with Erika at connectingthroughconversation.com or email her at: hello@connectingthroughconversation.com Her YouTube channel is:    / @ctcplaybook  This podcast is sponsored by IXL Personalized Learning. IXL is used by more than 1 million teachers each day. It is also the most widely used online learning and teaching platform for K-12. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/ELBIXL

The Children's Museum of Southern Oregon grew from a grassroots effort into a regional hub, drawing 110,000 visitors and expanding across Medford and beyond.

Librarians in Southern Oregon and Northern California share an Earth Day reading list, from climate fiction to nonfiction on ecology and wildfire.

This interview is with Bryan Wilson of Cuckoo's Nest Cellars. In this interview, Bryan talks about his winding path in wine, culminating in starting his own brand in Southern Oregon.Bryan talks about growing up interested in wine, and finding his way into the industry after attending the University of Oregon. He later talks about his coming-of-age work at Benzinger Family Winery in Glen Ellen, Calif., getting to be part of every process as the Benzinger brand was growing and taking off.Later, he talks about coming to Oregon and various winemaking roles he held in the Rogue Valley before starting Cuckoo's Nest with his wife. He talks about learning how to make wine and the evolution he's seen in the industry.This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Plaisance Ranch in Williams on March 15, 2026. Thank you to Joe and Suzi Ginet for hosting us and providing an audience for the interview!Thank you to the Oregon Wine Board for generously supporting this interview as part of our Southern Oregon 2026 tour!

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message In the last five years, Bloodworks 101 has published more than 250 episodes. It's been downloaded more than 37,000 times. We've won six coveted Anthem Awards, beating out more than 2,000 entries from 42 countries. But we couldn't have done anything without you, our loyal listener. So for the next couple weeks, we'll be republishing your Top Three favorite Bloodworks 101 podcast episodes. Here's Number Three. It was the first podcast we ever published, back in January of 2020, just before the pandemic. Tom Newman is a courier for Seattle-based Bloodworks Northwest. In this episode of the monthly podcast, Bloodworks 101, Newman explains why he'd do this job whether they paid him or not. Tom delivers blood products from Bloodworks Northwest's transit center in Georgetown (on Seattle's South side) to hospitals and blood drives from the Canadian border to Southern Oregon and just about everywhere in Western Washington. He drives hundreds of miles a day in all kinds of traffic but wait til you hear how Tom got started and why. Newman told host John Yeager all about it on this premiere episode of Bloodworks 101 entitled "Paying in Forward with Tommy Newman."Support the show

In this episode I'm reading from Jessica Bryan's book 'The Tickertape: Healing Encounters with Extraterrestrial and Spiritual Beings' THE TICKERTAPE describes the author's life-changing experiences with Extraterrestrial and Spiritual Beings while she was meditating and out-of-body. In her own words: “Sitting quietly in total darkness, I focus my attention in the middle of my head and begin to repeat the Lord's Prayer silently, like a mantra. Going deeper, I pray for protection while my consciousness is out of my physical body and ask for clearing of any negative energy that might be within or around me. I also pray for anyone who has asked for assistance. Next there is a sensation of falling into darkness, into meditation so deep that I think of it as being in a trance, a state of “no mind.” Then an invisible force gently moves my head downward exposing the back of my neck and a wave of heat and mild paralysis comes over me. “In a matter of seconds, my consciousness is somewhere else, and I begin to have visions and receive written and verbal information from a fluid, moving phenomenon I call The Tickertape. It appears as a stream of words flowing quickly from right to left in a rectangular window in the middle of my head, in my Third Eye. Although I don't totally understand why or how The Tickertape manifests, I have been enriched by it at the deepest levels.” ENDORSED BY PRESTON DENNETT, Author of THE HEALING POWER OF UFOS: 300 True Accounts of People Healed by Extraterrestrials: “Beautifully written and incredibly interesting, THE TICKERTAPE is the exciting story of Jessica's amazing otherworldly encounters. It offers the reader a deeply personal glimpse into her enlightening experiences of OBEs, extraterrestrial visitations, miraculous healings, psychic visions, spirit communications, fantastic synchronicities, and so much more. The illustrations of her visions help bring the story to life. This book is a wonderful adventure story filled with little gems of wisdom and insight that introduce the reader to concepts and ideas that have the potential to wake them up to a whole new way of thinking. Anyone interested in these subjects will benefit from reading this book. I recommend it wholeheartedly.” Bio Jessica Bryan retired in January 2025, after many years of editing books for others, primarily spiritual and metaphysical books. She has also written and published six books. THE TICKERTAPE is her seventh. Jessica offers clairvoyant readings and energy healing at her home office and long-distance anywhere in the world. She lives in Southern Oregon with Tom Clunie D.C. CONTACT INFORMATION https://theflowofgrace.net/ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GDG1D4C5 https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/ https://www.patreon.com/alienufopodcast https://simonbown.com/ My new book, Aspects of Alien Abduction https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GRRPCT9Y Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bryan is a guy I've seen around the valley for some time. He doesn't have anything recorded yet, but he plays a lot around the county that I live in here in Southern Oregon. Photo cred: Craig Allen Photography https://www.facebook.com/bryanolivermusic/ Musical Intro: Cam Pierce Musical Outtro: Rascal Martinez Follow these links to support the Welcome to the Woodshed Podcast sponsors: https://www.mellelo.com https://www.moxleymedia.com Follow my Facebook page: www.facebook.com/welcometothewoodshedpodcast

This interview is with Cal and Judy Schmidt of Schmidt Family Vineyards. In this interview Cal and Judy talk about their journey into winemaking, their background, and how they built their vineyard and business together in Grants Pass.Cal describes his early life, including his time in the military and aerospace before earning a degree in business. He explains how his path eventually led him to working with land, building on property in Healdsburg with 35 acres, and later moving the business to Southern Oregon. Judy shares her background as well, explaining how she studied psychology and spent time in San Diego and Santa Rosa.Together, they talk about their move to Grants Pass and how they developed their vineyard over time. They planted their first acres of grapes in the early 2000s and produced their first vintage in 2004, followed by their first bottled wine in 2006. As a family—run operation, they emphasize the role their children and grandchildren played in helping build and maintain their vineyard.Later in the interview, Cal talks about starting new projects and his plans to grow the business through events and distribution. Judy reflects more on what the vineyard has brought to the community, emphasizing their goal of creating quality wine. This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Schmidt Family Vineyards in Grants Pass on March 15, 2026.Thank you to the Oregon Wine Board for generously supporting this interview as part of our Southern Oregon 2026 tour!

New trails, gravel biking, climbing and spring events are popping up across Southern Oregon. Here's where to go, and how to stay safe.

Devin Price is co-founder and executive director of the Southern Oregon Hoop Factory, which provides a 'holistic' approach to developing the bodies, minds and character of youth through sports.

Advocates in Southern Oregon say sexual assault and child abuse often go unreported. A local campaign urges people to support survivors and believe disclosures.