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

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For the last 5 years, The Hybrid Gallery in Eugene has welcomed and showcased creatives of all kinds into its space. The art collective has diversified its offerings over the years, adding more classes, groups and space for local bands to play. Gener... more

The Multnomah County Homeless Services Department was first established in 2016 as the Joint Office of Homeless Services — an office overseeing services provided to people experiencing homelessness in Portland and Multnomah County The agency faced tu... more

A large botulism outbreak in Klamath Basin wetlands could kill more than 100,000 waterbirds if more water is not sent to the wetlands. The Bird Alliance of Oregon is asking the Bureau of Reclamation to release the water to the Klamath National Wildli... more

At first, Ada Limón wasn’t able to write poetry during the pandemic. And then she wrote a poem called “The Hurting Kind.” From that flowed the rest of her new book of poems under that same name. We talked to Limón, then the poet laureate of the Unite... more

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Aliyah Tan
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Melanie Henshaw
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Ashley Clark
Executive Director of Opera in the Park
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Episode: Opera in the Park aims to bring love of opera to more Oregonians
Nicholas Fox
Artistic Director of Opera in the Park
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Episode: Opera in the Park aims to bring love of opera to more Oregonians
Adrianna Kofoed
Director of Family Shelters at Share (Vancouver-based nonprofit)
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Host

Dave Miller
Host of Think Out Loud

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 323 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 States7 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 States9 months ago
  • Learning from Portland

    Very interesting interview about deescalating protest policing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BaronessHare
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Excelllent

    Great listen and an awesome host!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    williamsburg cheese co.
    United Statesa year 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.
Guest variety is strong, though some listeners desire more probing follow-ups on sensitive topics.
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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Ladies Up Project announces expansion of community art program
Q: So Tiffany, I want to start with you. What inspired you to launch a project that centers women in street art?
We were already led by a female staff, and we noticed a gap in representation for women in street art, so we decided to create a space that elevated women artists and gave them the freedom to explore their practice without being constrained by client-directed outcomes.
OSP Tribal Liaison Glendon Smith on bridging the gap between tribal and state law enforcement
Q: What were some of the first gaps you noticed when you started in 2023?
He describes trust as a major early gap and notes the importance of organizing face-to-face meetings and meet-and-greets with the nine tribes to establish direct lines of communication and to build collaborative relationships from the ground up.
OSP Tribal Liaison Glendon Smith on bridging the gap between tribal and state law enforcement
Q: What drew you towards doing this kind of work?
Smith explains that his background serving on tribal council and his familiarity with tribal governance made the tribal liaison role a natural fit, allowing him to bridge state policing with tribal sovereignty and to leverage his experience to improve training, relationships, and outcomes for tribal communities.
Portland's Biketown celebrates 10-year anniversary with world record e-bike ride
Q: What makes the Green Loop concept important in Portland's bike planning?
The Green Loop represents a car-light, community-connected corridor that links parks, blocks, and infrastructure to create a more pedestrian- and bike-friendly city while tying into commercial districts and outdoor spaces.
Portland's Biketown celebrates 10-year anniversary with world record e-bike ride
Q: What roles do Nike and Lyft play in Biketown's evolution?
Nike funded the initial system, acting as the signature sponsor, while Lyft provided the bikes and helped expand the network, shaping how the fleet grew and how the program was scaled across Portland.

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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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