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Sometimes a Great Podcast

Oregon Department of Human Services
Oregon Department Of Human Services
Community Engagement
ODHS Transformation Project
ODHS
Sometimes a Great Notion
Oregon
Emergency Preparedness
Public Service
Trauma-Informed Support
Child Welfare
Federal Action Coordination Team
2020 Wildfires
Equity In Hiring
Inclusive Hiring Advocate Program
Covid-19 Response
Family Preservation
Community Resilience
Deadline ODHS
COVID
Paul Newman

Catch up on this week's news from Discover and listen to interviews of staff from around the state.

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Latest Episodes

Season 1, Episode 63 — April 1, 2026

Length: 11:32

This episode introduces the first of many stories that explore Oregon’s frontier not as an idea, but as a working reality. Across some of the most remote communities in the state, distance, infrast... more

Season 1, Episode 63a — March 30, 2026

Length: 5:25

This episode introduces us to the people of Grant County, as we explore how a place shapes the work of the ODHS and the people who carry it out. Through the experiences of staff and community part... more

Season 1, Episode 62 — March 30, 2026Length: 16:39

This week’s episode moves across a wide range of moments — from immediate deadlines and system updates to long-term transitions and structural changes in how we share information. The throughline is... more

Season 1, Episode 61 — March 25, 2026

Runtime: 7:33

With Shenika on vacation, and Bethany’s noggin’seemingly slow in returning from hers, the schedule has moved at a pace that hasn’t allowed for keeping up—much less reflection, which tends to requi... more

Season 1, Episode 60 — March 23, 2026

Length: 14:59

This week’s episode follows the movement of time — how moments connect across days, months, and even decades to shape the work we do across ODHS. From immediate deadlines to long-term impact, each... more

Season 1, Episode 59 — March 18, 2026 Runtime: 29:56

In this episode of The Big Picture, Bethany heads to Hillsboro for Tu Salud — a community health fair where music, conversation, and Spanish-language outreach create the backdrop for a deeply pers... more

Season 1, Episode 58 — March 16, 2026

Length: 21:00

This week’s episode looks at beginnings — the moments when something first takes shape. From leadership conversations and new employee orientations to evolving federal health policy and emerging ... more

Season 1, Episode 57 — February 2026

27:54

Last week, in the first part of our two part conversation in Roseburg, we talked with Tabitha Stevenson and Jessica Hunter about the district’s Parent Advisory Council. How it creates a formal space for p... more

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Recent Guests

Alexander Perez
Oregon Eligibility Partnership worker
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Episode: The Big Picture: An OEP Connection in Madras, Even at a Distance
Chris Pagliarulo
An eligibility worker with a research PhD who transitioned from a career in higher education to community service.
Episode: The Big Picture with OEP PhD: “No One Knows Everything”
Cayetana Maria Tamayo Avalos
Community leader and bilingual public notary
ODHS
Episode: The Big Picture: Homeward Bound — Newport
Priscilla Peduzzi
Retention and recruitment champion for the Oregon Department of Human Services
Oregon Department of Human Services
Episode: The Big Picture of Resource Family Retention
Moy Lemus
Former HS1, now a PBS, reflecting on real-life experiences in eligibility work.
Episode: SAGP's The Big Picture: An interview with OEP: “Doing the Work When It Matters”
Moises Lemus
Staff member recognized for trauma-informed care
ODHS
Episode: It’s Time to Pod the Curtain! It’s Time to Pod the Lights!
Dana Hittle
Acting Deputy Director of Oregon Department of Human Services
Oregon Department of Human Services
Episode: Deputy Director Dana Hittle” “Finding Hope in a Hard Chapter”
Bree Scarborough
A mother sharing her recovery journey and experience with child welfare services.
Episode: The Big Picture: CW & SSP: Building Trust With and Within the People We Support
Victoria Neil
Child Welfare Permanency Worker at ODHS.
Oregon Department of Human Services
Episode: The Big Picture: CW & SSP: Building Trust With and Within the People We Support

Hosts

Dr. B
Host appearing across multiple ODHS-related programs; communications specialist with ODHS.
Shenika
Community Partnership Coordinator with ODHS; often appears as co-host.
Bethany Grace Howe
Host of The Big Picture; focuses on DEIB, trauma-informed care, and outreach.

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The Big Picture: An OEP Connection in Madras, Even at a Distance
Q: If you were explaining to somebody who's not from Oregon, why you choose to be an Oregonian, what would that be?
I love the diversity of our state and that you can find whatever makes your heart happy in Oregon, whether that's nightlife, sports, or nature.
The Big Picture with OEP PhD: “No One Knows Everything”
Q: What do you see happening in this office that makes it the supportive environment that you need?
I think part of it goes back to what you started this conversation with, the comfortable being, not knowing everything, being vulnerable.
The Big Picture with OEP PhD: “No One Knows Everything”
Q: Do you find you still use those skills in this current role?
Absolutely. I think it's a double-edged sword in the sense that there are certainly skills that help me day-to-day with the clients.
SAGP's The Big Picture: An interview with OEP: “Doing the Work When It Matters”
Q: How do you support yourself and your team in such a demanding environment?
Moy suggests that conversations and sharing personal experiences with coworkers help create a supportive workplace.
SAGP's The Big Picture: An interview with OEP: “Doing the Work When It Matters”
Q: What is your thought process when you interact with clients in distress?
Moy explains that he focuses on recognizing the heightened emotions of his clients and works to de-escalate the situation together.

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The show centers on ODHS-related public service and community engagement, often hosting staff, leaders, and community partners to discuss practical challenges, policy updates, and frontline experiences. Episodes frequently explore topics like eligibility work, trauma-informed care, DEIB, resource families, and federal policy changes, all framed around serving Oregonians and improving access to services. A standout pattern is the emphasis on empathy, clear communication, and collaboration across agencies, with guests ranging from program specialists to community advocates who bring first-hand perspectives on serving diverse communities. The format often blends policy updates with personal stories and real-world applications, making it helpfu... more

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2. Chris Pagliarulo
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7. Dana Hittle
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