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Bend Don't Break

The Source
Bend
Bend, Oregon
Central Oregon
Community Engagement
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
Bend Chamber Of Commerce

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In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, Aaron Switzer sits down with Kirk Schueler, President and CEO of Brooks Resources Corporation, to explore the evolution of Bend through the lens of one of its most influential developers. Kirk shares his journey f... more

In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, Aaron Switzer sits down with Oregon State Representative Emerson Levy, an attorney, educator, and public servant representing House District 53. Emerson shares how her work is grounded in community input—from tack... more

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In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, Aaron Switzer sits down with Shanan Kelley, writer, emcee, auctioneer, and comedian whose heart‑centered humor has made her a cornerstone of Central Oregon’s nonprofit and creative communities. Shanan shares how s... more

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In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, Aaron Switzer sits down with Peter Franc, executive director of Ballet Bend, to talk about his journey from a young dancer in Atlanta to performing and leading at the highest levels of professional ballet. Peter s... more

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In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, Aaron Switzer sits down with Keith Witcosky, City Manager of Redmond, to talk about what it really means to guide a fast growing Central Oregon city through change. From overseeing a 150 million dollar budget and ... more

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In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, Aaron Switzer sits down with Meagan Iverson, Executive Director of the Sunriver Music Festival, to talk about music as a vehicle for community, connection, and care in Central Oregon. Meagan shares her path from g... more

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In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, Aaron Switzer sits down with David Bermudez, executive director and founder of Bend Science Station, to talk about curiosity, critical thinking, and what it really means to learn science. David shares his journey ... more

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In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, Aaron Switzer sits down with Jason Stein, Executive Director of Opera Bend, to talk about building and sustaining an opera company in Central Oregon. Jason shares his journey from studying acting in New York City ... more

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Recent Guests

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
Clayton Franke
Reporter for Lay It Out Foundation; writes for Bend Source/Source Weekly
Lay It Out Foundation; Bend Source/Source Weekly
Episode: Bend Don't Break: Clayton Franke, Reporter for LIOF

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: 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.
Bend Don't Break: Lily Raff McCaulou
Q: What led you to Bend, Oregon, after the Knight Wallace Fellowship and your time in New York and at The Bulletin?
A push to combine serious journalism with teaching and mentorship in a community setting, plus the opportunity to build a local newsroom around student engagement and print initiatives.
Bend Don't Break: Katy Brooks, City of Bend’s Economic Development Officer
Q: What was your motivation to leave the chamber and take this city role?
Brooks explains that her love for economic development and the challenge of starting something new from scratch motivated the move, leveraging her experience at the chamber to build a city-wide approach.

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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. Peter Franc
5. Keith Witcosky
6. Meagan Iverson
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