Podcasts about Southern Oregon

The boys from Anchor Valley are shaking things up in the wine world — and we're here for it! These guys bring a bold, rebellious edge to their brand with themed nights, killer music, and wines that speak for themselves.

The boys from Anchor Valley are shaking things up in the wine world — and we're here for it! These guys bring a bold, rebellious edge to their brand with themed nights, killer music, and wines that speak for themselves.

According to reports from U.S. adoption agencies, only 5% of domestic infant adoptions in recent years were completely closed, meaning no contact between the adoptee and their birth parents. Research suggests that some level of openness tends to benefit adoptive families, birth parents and adoptees, but navigating those relationships still presents a host of challenges.   Author Nicole Chung has documented her experience growing up as a Korean American adoptee in a white family in Southern Oregon in her two memoirs, “All You Can Ever Know” and “A Living Remedy.” Her own adoption was closed, but she recently wrote about the intricacies of open adoption for The Atlantic. She joins us to talk about her reporting.

Emerging from the timeless and infinite reality of total darkness into the world of form and light ~  Bridget shares insights and stories from her 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.Website - www.skycaveretreats.comInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/skycaveretreatsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/DarkRoomRetreatsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLPXxOvnN3OmWWv3CRt5L2Q

Why Talking Isn't Enough to Bridge DividesWhat happens when people in deeply divided communities set aside differences to work on real problems together? In this episode, we hear from participants in Southern Oregon and from Urban Rural Action's Senior Director of Programs about how building trust and taking action can bridge divides, create belonging, and spark lasting change.Text me your feedback and leave your contact info if you'd like a reply (this is a one-way text). Thanks, DavidKoyoti Small Business PodcastSupport the showShow Notes:https://outrageoverload.net/ Follow me, David Beckemeyer, on Twitter @mrblog or email outrageoverload@gmail.com. Follow the show on Twitter @OutrageOverload or Instagram @OutrageOverload. We are also on Facebook /OutrageOverload.HOTLINE: 925-552-7885Got a Question, comment or just thoughts you'd like to share? Call the O2 hotline and leave a message and you could be featured in an upcoming episodeIf you would like to help the show, you can contribute here. Tell everyone you know about the show. That's the best way to support it.Rate and Review the show on Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/OutrageOverload Intro music and outro music by Michael Ramir C.Many thanks to my co-editor and co-director, Austin Chen.

We're hitting the road and heading south for our first-ever Southern Oregon Road Trip series! Our journey begins in the heart of the Applegate Valley with Rachel Martin of Red Lily Vineyards — a place as warm and inviting as the wines she creates.Rachel shares the story behind her family-owned winery, their passion for Tempranillo, and how their picturesque riverside property has become one of the most beloved destinations in Southern Oregon wine country. From her deep love for the land to her commitment to crafting expressive wines, this conversation sets the tone for an unforgettable season on the road.Tune in and join us as we sip, explore, and celebrate the people who make Oregon wine truly special.

Can the darkness heal you? Are you willing to find out?Scott Berman is the founder of Sky Cave Retreats, a dark retreat sanctuary in Southern Oregon that puts guests in complete and total darkness for a set period of time. In this safe space, with somatic support and all needs met, a guest may relax into the rhythms of the dark, soften, and simply exist.In this conversation with Scott we discuss:How his early experiences with wilderness solitude primed him for dark retreatsHis first dark retreat – mistakes & learningsHow Sky Cave Retreat came to beWhy each dark retreat is uniqueThe critical ways they have evolved the dark retreat experienceWho can – and should – do a dark retreatWhat one can expect in a dark retreat...and more!Learn more about Scott and his work at https://www.skycaveretreats.com/ and at https://www.instagram.com/skycaveretreats/Support Terrain Theory on Patreon! Our recently-launched member platform gives you access to a ton of free & exclusive content. Check it out: https://www.patreon.com/TerrainTheoryTerrain Theory episodes are not to be taken as medical advice. You are your own primary healthcare provider.If you have a Terrain Transformation story you would like to share, email us at ben@terraintheory.net.Learn more at www.terraintheory.netMusic by Chris MerendaHelp support Ryan and Briana's road to recovery by donating to our GoFundMe set up in their name. Every penny will go to cover the costs of associated with healing their terrain using alternative, terrain-friendly methods. Donate here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-ryan-briana-heal-from-pfas-exposure

We're hitting the road and heading south for our first-ever Southern Oregon Road Trip series! Our journey begins in the heart of the Applegate Valley with Rachel Martin of Red Lily Vineyards — a place as warm and inviting as the wines she creates.Rachel shares the story behind her family-owned winery, their passion for Tempranillo, and how their picturesque riverside property has become one of the most beloved destinations in Southern Oregon wine country. From her deep love for the land to her commitment to crafting expressive wines, this conversation sets the tone for an unforgettable season on the road.Tune in and join us as we sip, explore, and celebrate the people who make Oregon wine truly special.

Jillian Kettley joins the Exchange. She's the curator at the Crater Rock Museum in Central Point, Oregon.

Emerging from the timeless and infinite reality of total darkness into the world of form and light ~  Adam 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.Website - www.skycaveretreats.comInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/skycaveretreatsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/DarkRoomRetreatsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLPXxOvnN3OmWWv3CRt5L2Q

What happens when a kid from Ashland, Oregon, stumbles across a trail of fresh, giant footprints in the snow — complete with visible toes — deep in the logging roads of Elderberry Flats? In this intense and revealing episode, we sit down with David Boozer, creator of PacWest Bigfoot and Where Bigfoot Roams, as he recounts his own chilling encounters from southern Oregon. From blood-curdling screams near Hyatt Lake to a midnight tent-shaking creek crossing at Elderberry Flat, these stories aren't secondhand — they're personal, vivid, and terrifying. You'll hear how a childhood curiosity turned into a lifelong pursuit, why Southern Oregon might be one of the wildest Bigfoot hotspots in America, and how one family's brush with the unexplained still echoes through the woods. If you've ever wondered what it's like to stare at 100 yards of unbroken Bigfoot tracks — this is your episode.Resources: Pacwest Bigfoot channel - https://www.youtube.com/@PacWestBigfootWhere Bigfoot Roams channel - https://www.youtube.com/@wherebigfootroams

Emerging from the timeless and infinite reality of total darkness into the world of form and light ~  Maria shares insights and stories from her 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.Website - www.skycaveretreats.comInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/skycaveretreatsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/DarkRoomRetreatsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLPXxOvnN3OmWWv3CRt5L2Q

A LONG but GREAT episode of D1R this week with so many storylines. We're joined first by the QB at Chadron State Aidan Thompson who balled out vs Colorado Mines, and later by Montana Tech WR Levi Torgerson who caught 4 TD in the Orediggers win over Top-25 Southern Oregon.In Division 2, Kobe & Tim recap some of the top matchups while also taking a look at the newest "Power 10" rankings from Wayne Cavadi and the NCAA. Seth & Jimmy are back for D3 Football to talk about the top teams in the country, some new contenders, and a trio of teams that beat Division 2 foes this weekend. Finally Matt joins the show to give the breakdown of the NAIA scene and shed some light on what may be some new playoff contenders in the NAIA space. Buckle up!Video Chapters:0:00 Episode Overview2:24 Aidan Thompson - Chadron State11:53 D2 Players of the Week14:00 Game Recaps25:16 NEW "Power 10" Rankings32:05 Other Impressive Wins45:42 D3 Players of the Week48:44 Top Games of the Week1:02:17 UPSETS over D2 Teams1:12:23 B2 Stealth Bomber Flyover1:15:17 WIAC DOMINATION1:27:05 Levi Torgerson - Montana Tech1:40:18 NAIA Players of the Week1:43:28 Biggest Games from Saturday

Today The Building Bigger Lives podcast welcomes Mike Newmann, a Southern Oregon leader and former baseball coach, who shares his career transition from coaching to financial services and discusses his leadership development journey. Newmann details his experiences in managing teams, handling market challenges, and implementing innovative loan programs while emphasizing the importance of personal growth and maintaining positive influences. The episode concludes with discussions about leadership, personal development, and the value of authentic self-expression, with Mike and the hosts emphasizing the need to protect one's mental space and stay true to their unique paths. Building Bigger Lives Podcast- https://www.instagram.com/buildingbiggerlives Contact Coach Michael Regan- www.facebook.com/CoachMichaelRegan www.instagram.com/coachmichaelregan/ www.linkedin.com/in/mregan/ Contact Kathryn Pedersen- http://www.instagram.com/steamboatmortgage

A freewheeling conversation about the weirdness of Jewish life: why Jewishness can feel both beautiful and isolating, how contemporary politics (especially around Israel) strain communal leadership and personal identity, and what the future might hold for Jewish knowledge and belonging. Honest, funny, and sometimes painful — friends trying to think out loud together. The sound is a little uneven today - Rabbi Josh was calling in from a remote undisclosed location in Southern Oregon. We've done our best to make things sound ok. 

Emerging from the timeless and infinite reality of total darkness into the world of form and light ~  Skyler 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.Website - www.skycaveretreats.comInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/skycaveretreatsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/DarkRoomRetreatsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLPXxOvnN3OmWWv3CRt5L2Q

Jillian Kettley joins the Exchange. She's the curator at the Crater Rock Museum in Central Point, Oregon.

What happens when an Oregon hunter realizes the monster outside his childhood bedroom window wasn't a nightmare — but something far more real? In this chilling episode, we sit down with TW, a lifelong outdoorsman who has spent decades in the forests of Southern Oregon. TW recounts the night in 1972 when a red-eyed, long-haired figure stared through his window — and the decades of encounters that followed in the Prospect wilderness.From tent stakes pulled from the ground, pinecones hurled with deadly force, and terrifying whoops echoing through the trees — to hunters abandoning camps near Diamond Lake and Union Creek after relentless harassment — TW's stories will make you question what's really stalking Oregon's elk herds.You'll hear about drag marks through gravel roads, mysterious footprints, eerie vocalizations, and even a chrome cylinder too heavy to move that vanished overnight. More than just campfire tales, these firsthand experiences paint a violent and unsettling picture of a predator that doesn't want to be found.If you've ever wondered what it's like to come face-to-face with the unknown in the Oregon backcountry, this episode will stay with you long after the sun sets.

Emerging from the timeless and infinite reality of total darkness into the world of form and light ~  Andy 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.Website - www.skycaveretreats.comInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/skycaveretreatsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/DarkRoomRetreatsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLPXxOvnN3OmWWv3CRt5L2Q

Emerging from the timeless and infinite reality of total darkness into the world of form and light ~  Don 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.Website - www.skycaveretreats.comInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/skycaveretreatsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/DarkRoomRetreatsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLPXxOvnN3OmWWv3CRt5L2Q

Five years ago, for some Oregon residents, the world burned down. A severe windstorm and dry conditions saw out-of-control fires explode around the state on September 7th and 8th in 2020. They raged through communities like Gates, Detroit and Otis in Northwest Oregon, and Talent and Phoenix in Southern Oregon. What became known as the Labor Day Fires burned more than four thousand homes and more than a million acres of land in Oregon, making 2020 the state’s most destructive wildfire season on record.   So, what do you do? When a catastrophe strikes? When your community turns to ash? When you lose things that made you who you are? OPB environmental reporters Cassandra Profita and April Ehrlich covered the 2020 fires in different parts of Oregon, Cassandra for OPB and April for our news partner, Jefferson Public Radio. They both join us this week to talk about fire recovery: what makes it so hard, how it changes us, the ways we help each other, and what recovery even means.

Erica Alexia Ledesma was born in Medford and grew up in nearby Talent and Phoenix. After graduating from the University of Oregon, she moved back to Southern Oregon and, as she put it, “immediately got to community organizing.” She was among the community members who gathered for a strategy and solutions brainstorming meeting a month after the 2020 Almeda Fire destroyed thousands of homes, displacing many who had lived in historically low-income, Latinx and Indigenous neighborhoods. People were frustrated with the lack of responses from landlords and government officials. One elder stood up and asked, “Why don’t we just buy our neighborhoods back?” Ledesma says she co-founded Coalición Fortaleza out of that question. It was a long process involving many more community meetings and a partnership with real estate developer CASA of Oregon. But five years later, Jackson county’s first resident-owned mobile home park is thriving. Formerly called Talent Mobile Estates, the residents have decided to rename it Talent Community Cooperative. With larger individual spaces and improved shared facilities, the park is nearing its 84 unit capacity. We talk with Ledesma about the new park and the other community empowerment work the nonprofit is engaged in.  

In this episode, we introduce Mia Thom, one of our new Poultry Keepers Podcast content creators. Mia shares her inspiring journey raising Black Silver Marans and Silver Cuckoo Marans in Southern Oregon. From her first $10 hen that sparked her passion, to carefully line breeding, selecting for dual-purpose traits, and overcoming challenges like egg color, heat stress, and hatch rates, Mia offers practical insight into the rewarding world of project varieties of Marans.She also discusses how she uses peat moss bedding, feed enhancements, and careful breeding strategies to strengthen her flock and improve both egg quality and body type. Whether you're new to poultry or a seasoned breeder, you'll love Mia's dedication and the lessons she's learned through five years of hard work.Listen in and learn how thoughtful breeding and management practices can transform your flock and help you succeed with rare and project poultry varieties.#PoultryKeepersPodcast #PoultryKeepers360 #PoultryBreedersNutrition #ShowProFarmSupply #MaransBreeding #BackyardChickens #HeritageBreeds #DualPurposePoultry #PoultryManagement #PoultryCommunity You can email us at - poultrykeeperspodcast@gmail.comJoin our Facebook Groups:Poultry Keepers Podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/907679597724837Poultry Keepers 360 - - https://www.facebook.com/groups/354973752688125Poultry Breeders Nutrition - https://www.facebook.com/groups/4908798409211973Check out the Poultry Kepers Podcast YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@PoultryKeepersPodcast/featured

The Southern Oregon based, all-woman, bluegrass combo released their debut, Wake Up Call last spring and have spent the last few months hitting stages and festivals across the Pacific Northwest.

Co-founder and CEO Jessica Murrey joins the Exchange to discuss her groundbreaking impact in the digital tech gaming industry.

What do a hand, a white golf glove, and Puerto Rican hospitality have in common? They're all woven into the brand story of Buena Gente Golf, founded by empathy-driven creator and longtime UX/product designer Jon Madera.This week on Mission CTRL, Ramon sits down with Jon to explore how a simple logo - traced from a photo of his own hand - sparked an unexpected wave of excitement online and launched a Latino-owned, diversity-focused golf apparel company with global reach. From Long Island to Puerto Rico, San Francisco to Southern Oregon, Jon's journey blends culture, creativity, and connection, proving that storytelling can be just as important as the product itself.Jon shares how his 18+ years in design shaped the brand's look and feel and how golf streetwear's popularity in Asia opened unexpected markets in Japan, Australia, and beyond. He opens up about bootstrapping the company while serving as VP of product design, the importance of differentiation in a crowded space, and how emotional resonance builds loyal brand ambassadors.Whether you're an entrepreneur eyeing your own niche market or just curious about how culture and sport can intersect, this episode is packed with insights on creativity, business, and representation. If you've ever wondered how a logo can move people - or how to merge passion, identity, and entrepreneurship into a global brand - this conversation is for you.•••Find full episodes of Mission CTRL on Anchor, Apple Podcast, Spotify, and our website.Mission CTRL aims to ignite the innovative spirit inside us all through providing budding and successful entrepreneurs and community leaders with a platform to share their stories and inspire others. Tune in every Wednesday and catch up with the team at Peralta Design as we unleash the origin stories behind some exceptional leaders, share marketing/branding insights, and navigate the ever-changing currents of pop culture.Subscribe for more weekly branding and entrepreneurial content here! To learn more about Peralta Design's work visit peraltadesign.com.#welaunchbrands #launchyourbrand #BrandU #missionctrl #mctrl #digitalagency #mbeagency #mbe #digital #branding #marketing #web #creative #contentcreator #contentstrategy #marketingstrategy #leadership #leader #entrepreneur #entrepreneurs #entrepreneurship #entrepreneurial #startup #startups #business #businessowner #businesstips #scalingyourbusiness #smallbusiness #w2 #fulltime #9to5 #office #officelife #corporate #podcast #podcasts #podcastshow #businesspodcast #lifestory #lifestories #personalstory #personalstories

Most urgent care CEOs stay far from the weeds of marketing. But what happens when a leader decides to master it—and uses that knowledge to drive clinic growth, improve patient access, and lower acquisition costs?In this episode, Michael and Nick sit down with Brent Kell, CEO of Valley Immediate Care, a nine-location urgent care group in Southern Oregon. For over two decades, Brent has not only led operations but rolled up his sleeves to run and refine his own marketing—blending geofencing, Google Ads, and innovative patient communication strategies to deliver measurable ROI.From targeting sports tournaments and tourist hubs with hyper-local ads, to integrating AI voice and SMS systems that answer calls, book appointments, and reduce no-shows, Brent shares exactly how he's using data to guide every marketing dollar. He also opens up about the KPIs that matter most, how to calculate your true cost per patient acquisition, and why the human touch still matters in a digital-first strategy.Whether you're an urgent care operator, a healthcare marketer, or a leader looking to better connect operations and patient growth, this conversation delivers proven, actionable tactics you can adapt right now.

Emerging from the timeless and infinite reality of total darkness into the world of form and light ~  Tony 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.Website - www.skycaveretreats.comInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/skycaveretreatsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/DarkRoomRetreatsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLPXxOvnN3OmWWv3CRt5L2Q

Emerging from the timeless and infinite reality of total darkness into the world of form and light ~  Hanna shares insights and stories from her 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.Website - www.skycaveretreats.comInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/skycaveretreatsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/DarkRoomRetreatsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLPXxOvnN3OmWWv3CRt5L2Q

Nearly 50 years ago, a Seattle juvenile court judge came up with the idea of using trained volunteers to appear in court to speak on behalf of abused and neglected children as a way to get more information about their individual cases. Today, nearly a thousand local Court Appointed Special Advocate programs exist in 49 states, including Oregon. CASA volunteers provide the court with regular updates about a child’s particular case and make recommendations about their placement, informed through monthly visits with the child and discussions with their teachers, counselors and others involved in their welfare.   But meeting the growing need for CASAs in Oregon and the rest of the nation is getting tougher. In April, the national CASA organization announced the termination of federal grants totaling millions of dollars which would have been disbursed to state and local CASA programs. That’s in addition to the loss of a $1.7 million federal community project grant earmarked for Oregon’s 19 local CASA programs.    Joining us to share their experiences are Amy Muñoz, who has been serving Jackson County as a CASA volunteer for seven years, and Rachel Robb, who was sworn in as a CASA volunteer serving  Malheur County in January.  

Charlie Hall is a longtime organizer of the Pacific Rim Bowl, which started in 1988 and continues as a biennial event. He joins the Exchange along with Erika Ochoa, Vice Principal at Phoenix High School. She was one of the local host families.

I sit down with meditation teacher and experienced darkness retreater, Julianna Raye, of Unified MindfulnessWe explore darkness retreat, primal fear of the dark, finding safety in the body, the role of sensory experience, the naturalness of being and much more.========================================­=====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.Website - www.skycaveretreats.comInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/skycaveretreatsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/DarkRoomRetreatsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLPXxOvnN3OmWWv3CRt5L2Q========================================­=====You can find Julianna at:https://unifiedmindfulness.com/

Emerging from the timeless and infinite reality of total darkness into the world of form and light ~  David 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.Website - www.skycaveretreats.comInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/skycaveretreatsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/DarkRoomRetreatsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLPXxOvnN3OmWWv3CRt5L2Q

Emerging from the timeless and infinite reality of total darkness into the world of form and light ~  Val shares insights and stories from her 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.Website - www.skycaveretreats.comInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/skycaveretreatsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/DarkRoomRetreatsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLPXxOvnN3OmWWv3CRt5L2Q

In this episode, Mark Ledlow is joined by Benjamin Whitfield, a seasoned security professional with a military and agency background and a former CIA. They discuss Ben's transition from being an executive in Silicon Valley to an independent consultant, and delve into the complexities of the security industry. Key topics include the role of Chief Security Officers, the importance of sales in security, and the need for risk-based assessment. They also explore emerging trends in security, the impact of the new administration, and the importance of continuing education for security professionals.Learn about all this and more in this episode of The Fearless Mindset Podcast.KEY TAKEAWAYSBuilding relationships is crucial for ensuring security programs are funded and supported. The role of a Chief Security Officer (CSO) involves significant political and sales skills. Proper risk assessments tailored to the company culture are essential for effective security programs. The executive protection industry's future might see growth due to increasing threats and new economic sectors like cryptocurrency. Ongoing education and adaptation to emerging trends and technologies are vital for security professionals.QUOTES"It's all sales... Your job really is to advocate for how do you protect people, facilities, operations as much as possible given what the political climate is in your company." "If you build a program that meets the absolute corporate need, your job isn't going away." "In Silicon Valley, I'll stereotype. I'm just the kid wearing the hoodie. You're the kid wearing the hoodie who's now worth, you know, a billion dollars." "There are multiple ways where a company can provide, can have security for its senior most executives." "The CSO chair is, you're playing politics, you're fighting for budget with everybody else."Get to know more about Benjamin Whitfield through the links below.https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminwhitfield/To hear more episodes of The Fearless Mindset podcast, you can go to https://the-fearless-mindset.simplecast.com/ or listen to major podcasting platforms such as Apple, Google Podcasts, Spotify, etc. You can also subscribe to the Fearless Mindset YouTube Channel to watch episodes on video.

In 2020, the Almeda Fire ripped through Jackson County, destroying homes and ecosystems. The “Think Out Loud” team traveled to Southern Oregon recently and talked to residents about how they’re thinking about fire in their communities now. Mountain View Estates, a manufactured home park in Talent, was destroyed by the Almeda Fire. Now, it’s a nationally recognized Firewise Neighborhood. Steve Thorpe lives there. Tucker Teutsch is the executive director of the Firebrand Resiliency Collective. It supports long-term natural disaster preparedness, recovery and resilience. Teutsch led us on a tour around Thorpe’s home, which is prepared to withstand ember attacks. Teutsch also took the team around his own property, which needs a lot more work to be prepared for wildfires. About four miles north of Talent, the team also spoke to Glenn Hill in Phoenix. He’s lived in the Rogue Valley for decades. Hill has triad asthma and the condition is affected by smoke. He told us more about living with both.

The Klamath River flows some 268 miles from inland Southern Oregon to coastal Northern California before emptying into the Pacific, crossing high deserts, mountain ranges, and forests. The Klamath watershed is also the ancestral homeland of the Yurok, Hupa, Karuk, Shasta and Klamath tribes. And it's an area prime for recreation, especially in the summer months. And the Klamath River is once again free flowing after being held back by four dams for the better part of a century. Guests: Danielle Venton, KQED and Gabrielle Canon, The Guardian Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jon Hazlett was a curious young man during the early days of the Sandy River Spey Clave.  Now, he's a featured instructor.  His journey to this point makes for a great conversation. In this episode of Fin And Fire With Jeff Mishler, Jon and I take a break from the clave activities and share stories to discover common ground. 

Information for Public Use, a group that researches public records, found that the Medford Police Department has collaborated with regional and federal law enforcement agencies including Immigration and Customs Enforcement.     Medford and other law enforcement agencies in Southern Oregon have shared surveillance technology and tactics, according to a report by Jefferson Public Radio.    In August last year, the ACLU of Oregon sued the City of Medford claiming that the police broke state law by monitoring the social media accounts of local organizers. That litigation is ongoing.    When asked to comment about the latest findings from Information for Public Use, Medford Police Lieutenant Geoff Kirkpatrick responded that due to pending litigation, the department cannot comment on questions on this topic at this time.    We learn more about what’s happening in Medford from Kelly Simon, the legal director of the ACLU of Oregon.  

Thinking of visiting Ashland, Oregon?

Southern Oregon's own Adam Gabriel & The Cavaliers stopped by to play some new tunes and chat with Danielle Kelly ahead of their national tour.

In 2020, the Almeda Fire ripped through Jackson County. The catastrophic blaze destroyed more than 2,600 homes in Phoenix, Talent, Ashland and Medford. The “Think Out Loud” team traveled to Southern Oregon recently and talked to residents about how they're thinking about fire in their communities now. In Ashland, the city and the forest are tied together. The watershed, which provides the source of Ashland's drinking water, is more than 15,000 acres of potentially combustible forestland. Chris Chambers is the city’s forestry officer. He’s been a member of Ashland Fire And Rescue since 2002 and has worked on the city’s wildfire planning efforts. Along with city, federal and tribal partners, the Ashland-based Lomakatsi Restoration Project focuses on ecological resilience in Oregon and Northern California. Its restoration projects are spread throughout the region. Marko Bey is the executive director and founder of the organization. Belinda Brown is the tribal partnerships director. We hear how Chambers, Bey and Brown are thinking about wildfire resilience and how they approach their work in their communities.

Oregon is famous for its waterfalls, but not all are so easy to find. On this week's episode of Peak Northwest, we explore a hidden waterfall corridor along the North Umpqua River in the southern Cascade Mountains, ranking the best plunges and falls in the region. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Long before the four dams along the Klamath River were removed, the habitat restoration process began. RES, a company that specializes in ecological restoration, has been involved in the process since 2019. It’s charged with working on habitat restoration and will continue to maintain the project for about 5 years. We check in on the effort with Dave Coffman, the director of Northern California and Southern Oregon for RES.    

Dr. Kim Freeze joins the Exchange to discuss her work of uplifting underserved voices in entrepreneurship and the Pitch Latino event she's leading on June 12.

Dr. Kim Freeze joins the Exchange to discuss her work of uplifting underserved voices in entrepreneurship and the Pitch Latino event she's leading on June 12.

Last week, Oregon State Police, joined by multiple state and local agencies, completed a search of a roadside zoo in Bandon on the Southern Oregon Coast. More than 300 animals were seized and relocated to animal sanctuaries or rescue facilities. Three animals, including a camel, were euthanized because they were determined to be in such poor health they could not be transported or treated, according to OSP. The Oregon Humane Society, the Coos County Sheriff’s Office, the Oregon Department of Agriculture and the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife assisted OSP with the four-day search and criminal investigation, which is ongoing. The now-closed West Coast Game Park Safari opened in 1972 and lured visitors with a chance to encounter exotic animals like tigers, lions, chimpanzees and emus. Over the years, it had garnered numerous complaints from community members and organizations like People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals over suspected animal neglect and possible violations of state wildlife regulations. Inspectors at the Department of Agriculture cited the roadside zoo 78 times in the past year alone for animals that had gone missing, appeared underfed or were denied adequate veterinary care, among other violations of the Animal Welfare Act.  Jefferson Public Radio reporter Justin Higginbottom has been following this story and joins us with more details. 

This week on Everything You Didn't Know About Herbalism, we are joined by our long-time beloved friends, farm partners, and stewards of the regenerative organic farming movement, Elise and Jeff Higley. Tune in with Tommy, Elise, and Jeff, as they explore what it means to be a Regenerative Organic Certified® farmer and how we must grow alongside the movement of regenerative agriculture for the preservation of our food systems and the future of our planet. Elise and Jeff also share about the upcoming Oshala Herb Camp, which is weekend campout hosted in the breathtaking landscape of Grants Pass, Oregon on July 27 – 29.  Filled with classes on medicine making, materia medica, botanical crafting, and hands-on experience for what life on an herb farm is like, Oshala Herb Camp weaves agriculture, herbalism, and sustainability into one to create a weekend of community building with plant-lovers from all walks of life. Be sure to check out the hyperlink above or detailed links included below to learn more about this invaluable opportunity!   Learn more about Oshala Farm and the farmers behind it below! ⬇️

Eric Thompson hosts Julianne Rawlins, a Sotheby's agent from Southern Oregon, who recounts her discovery of Ninja Selling after a poor initial real estate experience, calling it a perfect fit. Hear about her "Ninja 9 Challenge" from Nov '24, where, seeking a strong start to the year, she gamified a 3-week push for herself and colleagues, focusing intensely on Ninja 9 tasks. The result? An incredible 700% business increase in Q1 2025!  Julianne discusses pushing past comfort zones (like hitting 50+ weekly calls), shifting her mindset from obligation to the joy of service, and her powerful mantra, "If you're invited, go." She highlights the impact of handwritten notes, insights from the Ninja Now course (like the "corporate athlete" idea), and how coaching provides crucial accountability and consistency. Tune in today to learn how Julianne's commitment and Ninja principles led to extraordinary results, and how it can do the same for you! Episode Highlights: Julianne's Introduction & Market Area Julianne's Ninja Story: Finding the Right Fit Q1 2025 Success: A 700% Increase The Ninja 9 Challenge: Genesis and Structure Pushing from 35 to 50 Forward Conversations Using the Tracker & Overcoming Call Reluctance "If You're Invited, Go" Monumental Mindset Shift What Kept Her Going: Competition and Commitment The Power of Handwritten Notes Success as a Tapestry: It's All the Things Working Together Ninja Sailing Cruise & Ninja Now Experience Insights The Value of Ninja Coaching with Mark Johnson Final Message: Slow and Steady Wins the Race Key Takeaways: "Okay, if I can do real estate this way, then I can definitely do real estate." "I am not going to have that happen in 2025. So what can I do to set up my first quarter to be more successful?" "I know I can get 50 forward conversations in... because I've done it, so why can't I do it every week?" "I just ignored that voice in my head and did it anyways. And no one was mad that I called them." "I heard a great phrase that said, if you're invited, go. And that has been very powerful and has kind of been my new mantra..." "I need to be doing these activities out of that, with that mindset that I am helping them and that I love helping them and not 'I have to do this'." "It's hard to really pinpoint that because it's such a tapestry of everything all working together." "...he called us corporate athletes. And I've been pondering that a lot and about what that means to be an athlete and how we need to train and perform..." "My story is pretty much just slow and steady wins... the race, that's just really my mantra." "I love that Ninja has taught me to dream... it's given me the life of my dreams, honestly." Links: Website: http://www.NinjaSelling.com/Podcast  Email: TSW@NinjaSelling.com  Phone: 1-800-254-1650  Podcast Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/TheNinjaSellingPodcast  Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/NinjaSelling  Instagram: @NinjaSellingOfficial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ninjaselling  Upcoming Public Ninja Installations: https://NinjaSelling.com/events/list/?tribe_eventcategory%5B0%5D=183&tribe__ecp_custom_2%5B0%5D=Public  Ninja Coaching: http://www.NinjaSelling.com/course/ninja-coaching/  

They found the grizzled prospector's body slumped over a sample of ore on the floor of the rude log cabin he'd been staying in, deep in the wilderness of southern Oregon, late in the spring of 1897. He'd apparently dropped dead one evening while assaying out the samples he'd gathered that day – probably poisoned by some of the chemicals he was using. But this wasn't just any random gold prospector. This badly decomposed body was all that was mortal of the most famous prospector of the American West ‑ and certainly one of the richest and most successful: Ed Schieffelin, the man who discovered and named the Tombstone mine in Arizona. And by the time Ed's body was securely buried under a tall miner's cairn near Tombstone, the hills near that cabin were already alive with eager prospectors following up on the “lost gold mine” legends that sprang up following his death. At least one of those legends is still bringing hopeful prospectors out into the hills of Southern Oregon today.... (Near Jacksonville, Jackson County; 1897) (For text and pictures, see https://offbeatoregon.com/20-03.ed-schieffelin-prospector-lost-gold-tales.html)