Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchCan You Really Eat That? A Forager’s Guide To Portland Plants
A surprising number of the plants sprouting in your yard, on the sidewalk, and even between the cracks in parking lots are actually edible. But how e…
1 year, 8 months ago
How Will City Hall Address Our Widening Budget Gaps? Plus, Mozzarella Stick Tips
Portland City Administrator Michael Jordan released his recommendations on how to address the city’s massive budget deficit by eliminating over two h…
1 year, 8 months ago
How the Mayor's Shelter Plan Is Playing Out on the Ground
Portland Mayor Keith Wilson campaigned on a promise to end unsheltered homelessness in the city, but how are his policies affecting the people workin…
1 year, 8 months ago
Portland’s Neighborhood Bars That Feel Like Home
Portland’s got dive bars, tiki bars, cocktail bars, wine bars — the list goes on. But there’s something special about a true neighborhood bar. They’r…
1 year, 8 months ago
Nike-Stealing Train Burglars, Police Accountability Fight, and County Budget Shortfalls
Today we’re discussing suggested changes to our police accountability board causing tension at City Hall, Multnomah County’s massive homeless service…
1 year, 8 months ago
Your Guide to March 2025 in Portland
March is when Portland begins to come to life. Whether you’re taking a class to help map out your garden or admiring the city’s iconic cherry blossom…
1 year, 8 months ago
Where To Find Portland’s Best Sweet Treats, Savory Sandwiches, and Perfect Loaves
A recent survey showed Portland has nearly 5,000 bakeries, making it the second-best city in the U.S. for easy access to fresh-baked treats. So today…
1 year, 8 months ago
The Rise and Fall of Portland’s Pamplin Family Empire
The Pamplin family name has been significant in Portland for many decades. They’ve been credited for helping build much of what is now our city infra…
1 year, 8 months ago
Why East Portland Doesn’t Have Sidewalks
Today we’re revisiting a conversation with one of the city’s experts on East Portland: former state legislator and former Portland commissioner Randy…
1 year, 8 months ago
Why Do Republicans Hate Oregon’s Wildfire Map? Plus, More Old Town Drama & New Housing Ideas
Today on City Cast Portland, we are talking about the first meeting of the city’s new housing committee, an eyebrow raising $7 million the city is le…
1 year, 8 months ago