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OPB's daily conversation covering news, politics, culture and the arts. Hosted By Dave Miller.

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As artificial intelligence becomes ubiquitous, artists and writers are creating their own guiding principles for where and how they use the technology in their creative practices and their work. Tracy Hoagland is the chair of the Portland chapter of ... more

In 1991, James Hall joined the Umatilla Tribal Fire Department as a volunteer firefighter on the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation in Eastern Oregon. Today, Hall is the fire chief of the agency, leading its response to structural... more

With music so readily available on streaming platforms these days, it’s easy to put a playlist on in the background and go about the day. The Eugene Difficult Music Ensemble is asking audiences to put a little more thought into their listening.

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Clyde Best became one of England’s first Black soccer superstars when he played for West Ham United from 1968 to 1976. Best scored 58 goals in his 218 appearances as a striker for West Ham. He later  went on to play for the Portland Timbers from 1977... more

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Recent Guests

Bill Burgel
Rail industry consultant with about 50 years of experience
Independent rail consultant; Portland Freight Committee member
Episode: If you think Portland train delays have gotten longer and more frequent, you’re not wrong
Hailey Cook
Reporter for The Salem Reporter who covers healthcare and business
The Salem Reporter
Episode: Federal officials eye vineyard southeast of Salem for a new veterans cemetery
Kaylee Tornay
Investigative reporter with Investigate West
Investigate West
Episode: Without protections, OR parents surviving abuse could face prison time
Eddie Bynum Jr.
Co-founder of The East by Trap Kitchen and co-founder of Rose City Jam
Trap Kitchen, Rose City Jam
Episode: Owners of new Trap Kitchen restaurant in Portland say it’s about both food and community
Sally Guyon
Assistant Professor of Early Childhood Care and Education at PSU
Portland State University
Episode: PSU graduate program focuses on mental health of infants and toddlers
Melissa Williams
Early Intervention Specialist with Multnomah Early Childhood Program
Multnomah Early Childhood Program
Episode: PSU graduate program focuses on mental health of infants and toddlers
Jeff Wilson
State senator from Washington's 19th Legislative District, Longview resident
Washington State Senate
Episode: Washington state Sen. Jeff Wilson responds to chemical disaster at Longview paper mill
Johnny Franco
Professional entertainer, co-founder of Curbside Serenade
Curbside Serenade
Episode: Portland’s Curbside Serenade organizes busking concerts
Dom Franco
Johnny's real brother, co-founder of Curbside Serenade
Curbside Serenade
Episode: Portland’s Curbside Serenade organizes busking concerts

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Dave Miller
Host of Think Out Loud

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 321 ratings
  • Local insights

    I enjoy TOL and the interviews as insights that step beyond what I read in local media. The questions are always thoughtful and the hosts are exceptionally prepared.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pkoonce
    United States5 months ago
  • Most Listened To

    Think Out Loud is the podcast I have listened to most over the longest number of years. I enjoy the topics and Dave Miller is a great interviewer.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    April971
    United States7 months ago
  • Learning from Portland

    Very interesting interview about deescalating protest policing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BaronessHare
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Excelllent

    Great listen and an awesome host!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    williamsburg cheese co.
    United States10 months ago
  • Fantastic show

    This is an always entertaining and enlightening show. A must have on your podcast list.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mulderc
    United Statesa year ago

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Overall, viewers value local focus and high-quality journalism despite occasional criticisms about pacing or balance.
Listeners praise thoughtful, well-prepared questions and in-depth interviews with local leaders.
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Audience appreciates transparency and credible reporting, with one noting bias concerns and wishing for balanced challenge of guests.
Shows strong local coverage with deep context on Oregon news and policy.

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Former timber town in rural Oregon faces extreme debt
Q: What were the most consequential investments and debts the town took on, and what went wrong?
The town pursued a biomass refinery project called Red Rock that collapsed under hundreds of millions in debt, backed infrastructure expansions, and a contested water meters contract with Sustainability Partners, all of which left Lakeview with outstanding loans and ongoing legal and financial exposure.
Former timber town in rural Oregon faces extreme debt
Q: What prompted you to go to Lakeview and investigate its finances?
We began hearing consistently that the region faced deep financial trouble tied to a failed natural gas pipeline and broader mismanagement, so we teamed up to drive out and talk to as many residents and officials as possible to understand the scope.
OHSU researchers connect tinnitus with elevated serotonin activity in the brain
Q: Adrian, thank you for that call. Larry, how do you describe tinnitus?
Larry explains that tinnitus can originate inside the brain rather than the ear, with high-pitched sounds following neural activity, and discusses how patients perceive sounds that others cannot hear.
Lawsuit claims Oregon State Police shared data with ICE for years
Q: What has this last year and a half meant for the Immigrant Help Center and the communities you serve?
Rapid response services have become essential as fear drives people to seek basic help less visibly, with workers focusing on food distribution and navigating systems rather than routine assistance due to concerns about encounters with immigration authorities.
Lawsuit claims Oregon State Police shared data with ICE for years
Q: Can you remind us what Oregon Sanctuary Law says, what it prohibits?
The Sanctuary Law prohibits state and local governments from using staff, facilities, or other resources to assist federal immigration enforcement, a standard that was reaffirmed by voters and strengthened by the legislature, and the suit questions whether data sharing violates that prohibition.

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This program focuses on Oregon-centered news, policy, and culture through in-depth conversations with researchers, officials, nonprofits, business leaders, and artists. Recent episodes highlight housing strategy and funding, transportation finance, public health misinformation, tariffs' impact on local manufacturers, youth education, and local governance—often anchored by data, regional context, and concrete outcomes. A standout is its ability to pair policy analysis with personal narratives, from frontline workers to athletes and community organizers, offering practical insight for listeners who want to understand how decisions shape everyday life in Oregon and the Pacific Northwest.

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7. Jeff Wilson
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