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Bend Don't Break

The Source
Bend
Bend, Oregon
Community Engagement
Central Oregon
Homelessness
Local Journalism
Affordable Housing
Pandemic
Bethlehem Inn
Bend, United States
Craft Beer
Amphitheater
Oregon
Mental Health
Real Estate
Think Wild
Funding
Wildlife Rehabilitation
Music Venue Operations
Bevel Brewery

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In this episode host Aaron Switzer sits down with Bree Beal, Executive Director of BEAT Children's Theatre. Bree shares her journey from a childhood immersed in theater to studying history, working in the title industry, and ultimately returning to h... more

In this episode host Aaron Switzer sits down with Fiona Noonan, Wildlands and Water Program Manager. Fiona works with Central Oregon LandWatch to protect forests, wildlife habitat, and water resources across Central Oregon. A landscape ecologist with... more

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In this episode host Aaron Switzer sits down with Alisa Dunlap, Pacific Power's Regional Business Manager for Central Oregon. With a background in political science, government affairs, public policy, and utility planning, Dunlap shares how her caree... more

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In this episode host Aaron Switzer sits down with Jeff Curtis, Executive Director of the Deschutes County Fair. Curtis recently stepped into the role after leading the Alaska State Fair and spending nearly two decades as CEO of the Portland Rose Fest... more

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In this episode host Aaron Switzer sits down with Beau Eastes, Marketing Director at Old Mill District and Hayden Homes Amphitheater. Beau shares his journey from journalism in Kansas, Oregon, and Utah to marketing leadership in Central Oregon. He re... more

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In this episode host Aaron Switzer sits down with Dr Travis Allen, Executive Director of the Central Oregon Symphony Association. A Bend native, cellist, educator, and arts leader, Dr Allen shares his journey from studying cello performance and music... more

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In this episode host Aaron Switzer sits down with Scott Rowles, Founder and Lead Educational Therapist of Potentia Academics. Scott is a licensed teacher and certified professional educational therapist who has worked in local public schools and at C... more

In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, Aaron Switzer sits down with Phil Chang, Deschutes County Commissioner, to explore a pivotal moment for local leadership as the county prepares to welcome a new wave of commissioners. Phil reflects on his role ste... more

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Phil Chang
Deschutes County Commissioner
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Episode: Bend Don’t Break: Phil Chang, Deschutes County Commissioner
Kirk Schueler
President and CEO of Brooks Resources Corporation
Brooks Resources Corporation
Episode: Kirk Schueler, President and CEO of Brooks Resources Corporation
Emerson Levy
Attorney, educator, and public servant representing Oregon House District 53
Oregon House of Representatives
Episode: Bend Don’t Break: Emerson Levy, Oregon State Representative, House District 53
Shannon Kelley
Writer, emcee, auctioneer and comedian; creator of The Nightlight Show; Director of Development for the Casey Anseth Legacy Foundation
The Nightlight Show / Casey Anseth Legacy Foundation
Episode: Bend Don’t Break: Shanan Kelley, Writer, Emcee, Auctioneer, and Comedian
Peter Franc
Executive Director, Ballet Bend
Ballet Bend
Episode: Bend Don’t Break: Peter Franc, Executive Director of Ballet Bend
Keith Witcosky
City Manager of Redmond, speaking on local governance and growth
City of Redmond
Episode: Bend Don’t Break: Keith Witcosky, Redmond City Manager
Meagan Iverson
Executive Director, Sun River Music Festival
Sun River Music Festival
Episode: Bend Don't Break: Meagan Iverson, Sunriver Music Festival Executive Director
David Bermudez
Executive Director of Bend Science Station
Bend Science Station
Episode: Bend Don’t Break: David Bermudez, Executive Director of Bend Science Station
Jason Stein
Executive director of Opera Bend
Opera Bend
Episode: Bend Don’t Break: Jason Stein, Executive Director of Opera Bend

Hosts

Aaron Switzer
Host of Bend Don't Break; Publisher/Editor of The Source Weekly
Megan Burton
Co-producer and in-studio host (on-screen)

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Bend Don’t Break: Phil Chang, Deschutes County Commissioner
Q: How do you see the relationship between county staff and the board changing to improve outcomes for residents?
He envisions a dynamic where staff brings ideas with funding and support from the board, enabling faster implementation of programs like stabilization centers and other health and housing initiatives, rather than frequent micromanagement of details.
Bend Don’t Break: Phil Chang, Deschutes County Commissioner
Q: What are you excited about for the county with the new commissioners coming in, and what changes do you anticipate in the board dynamics?
Chang expresses enthusiasm for a more thoughtful, data-driven and collaborative approach, with staff having backing from the board to pursue innovative solutions and reduce bureaucratic burdens. He also expects a shift away from ideological standoffs toward pragmatic problem-solving in housing, land use, and behavioral health.
Bend Don't Break: Brian August, Executive Director of the Tower Theatre Foundation
Q: So Brian, what is your ... how did you get started in your interests in the arts?
Brian explains his lifelong engagement with the arts, how experiences in different countries shaped his nonprofit and leadership approach, and how his broad career—from manufacturing to consulting to animal welfare—culminated in a focus on building and scaling arts organizations.
Bend Don't Break: Lily Raff McCaulou
Q: What's your take on the current state of journalism and funding models for local outlets?
While traditional funding has evolved, partnerships with nonprofits and organizations like For Journalism and the Fund for Oregon Rural Journalism are creating new pathways to sustain student and regional reporting.
Bend Don't Break: Lily Raff McCaulou
Q: How did your experience at the Knight Wallace Fellowship influence your approach to teaching and to the Broadside at COCC?
It created a network of inspiring journalists and a framework for deadlines, collaboration, and real-world newsroom practices that I now bring into the classroom and into student projects.

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What is Bend Don't Break about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A regional-focused conversation series centered on Bend and Central Oregon, exploring growth, policy, culture, and community initiatives through interviews with local leaders, investigators, and arts organizers. Episodes frequently cover real estate development, city planning, governance, public health, education, and the arts scene, often tying infrastructure and policy decisions to quality of life and community vitality. Noteworthy angles include intimate looks at local governance, the challenges of launching new arts organizations, and practical, story-driven insights into funding, collaboration, and regional collaboration that shape Bend's trajectory. The show tends to mix policy discussions with personal career journeys, providing acti... more

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4. Shannon Kelley
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6. Keith Witcosky
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