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Thanks to Oregon law, recreational cannabis users can order pot to be delivered directly to their homes. But, does the system work? This week, we talk to David Fuegy from Rip City Delivery about the challenges, the COVID boom, the City of Portland's Cannabis program, and how to stay nimble in a down market
Some of the most comprehensive research being done on industrial hemp is being done in Corvallis, Oregon at the Oregon State University Global Hemp Innovation Center. This week, Associate Director Jeffery Steiner stops by to talk about the work they are doing and the transformative potential of a bio-based economy.
There is an epidemic of robberies at Oregon pot shops and legal grow operations. This week, the owner of a shop that was violently robbed at gunpoint stops by to talk about the experience, how his employees are doing now, and what needs to change.
Nestled on the banks of the Rogue River, in Josephine County, there is a farm owned by a woman who, about 10 years ago as her friends sought their professional paths in Portland, she knew her place was in the cannabis culture of Southern Oregon. Today she operates an all-organic, environmentally sustainable, community-orientated business, and, even with the challenges facing the industry right now, her life is not only great... it’s Güd! This episode, we speak with Jessica Clements, owner and operator of Güd Gardens
Oregon Cannabis Association Executive Director Megahn Walstatter returns to show to talk about legislative wins and losses for the OCA, the bad actors in Southern Oregon and the current, troubling state of the Oregon Cannabis Industry.
Southern Oregon has provided much of the cannabis for adult and medicinal use for years. CEO and co-owner of East Fork Cultivators, Mason Walker is here to talk about being a good neighbor, a good steward of the land, and dealing with cartel-driven grow operations in Josephine County.
Heisman Trophy Winner and all-pro running back Ricky Williams has a history with cannabis. Since running afoul of the NFL’s substance abuse policies and retiring from the league, Williams has become a cannabis connoisseur with his brand, appropriately called “Highsman.” He stops by the show to talk about finding balance in life and how cannabis can accentuate a life of achieving greatness.
For many people who are inexperienced with cannabis, visiting a dispensary can be very intimidating. This week, a "budtender" stops by to help people understand the products and find one to suit whatever experience they are looking for.
A headline from a recent press release from Oregon Health Science University caught MSW Host Travis Box's attention: 'Cannabis products demonstrate short-term reduction in chronic pain, little else.' The press release was for a systematic review of global cannabis research, and Travis was fascinated by their findings. In this episode, Travis speak with Dr. Devan Kansagara, a professor of medicine at OHSU, a staff physician at the VA Portland healthcare system, and one of the co-authors of the study. They will talk about how the study was conducted, the conclusion on chronic pain and the surprising lack of medical research available on cannabis.
How did a profound experience with medical cannabis change one woman’s life forever. This week, Marianne Cursetjee stops by to talk about being a woman in leadership in a male dominated industry and having honest conversations with your kids.
Cannabis Economist Beau Whitney returns to the show for the second part of an in-depth look at industrial hemp and the potentially mind-boggling good hemp could do, if we could only get out of our own way.
Cannabis can provide more than the occasional high or medicine for those who need it. It can be a big boost for industry too. This week, Cannabis Economist Beau Whitney returns to the show for the first of a two-part talk about the uses and benefits of industrial hemp.
Author Tara Goedjen stops by the show to talk about the hype for her new young adult mystery book No Beauties or Monsters. Plus, she and Jenny talk about her journey from Pennsylvania, to Alabama, and eventually Australia before settling in the Pacific Northwest and how that helped her develop her love of reading and writing.
Not long after Oregon voters signed off on recreational cannabis use, one organization set out to make sure everyone had an equal opportunity to claim their stake in a new gold rush. This week, Dasheeda Dawson stops by to talk about her role as Portland’s Cannabis Program Director.
This episode we speak with the founders of one of the first licensed cannabis edible producers in Oregon. Since 2011, Elbe’s Edibles has crafted hand made, THC infused food for the medicinal market and then transitioned to supplying the recreational market.
This episode we speak with Jesce Horton about taking a lifelong love of cannabis and a little help from some friends, launching his corporate career, embodying a spirit of both paying back and paying forward, and addressing social justice all while flying the cannabis flag high.
From the Green Mile to just about every small town or burg, Portland is full of stores selling recreational and medicinal cannabis. So, how does the dispensary market work? This week, we speak with Joe Ruhoff ,the director of retail operations for Nectar Markets.
The Oregon Cannabis Association, a group of cultivators, processors, retailers, entrepreneurs and allied businesses, has been at the forefront of Oregon's cannabis industry. Now they're looking ahead as they face a possible national or even global market. Megan Walstatter, OCA's interim director, joins the show.
Industry and legal advocates aside for the moment, now we’re looking at the case against legalized cannabis. This week we talk to Randy Philbrick. He opposes legal cannabis and says that the potential for harm is still too great.
From activist to writing coach, from Los Angeles to New York and several stops around the world, Patricia Dunn uses her real life experiences to guide her works of fiction. She talks to Jenny about her new novel Last Stop on the 6 and going home again.
Jeanette Ward Horton, the co-founder and CEO of NuProject stops by the show to talk about the non-profit built around the concept of Economic Justice for the BIPOC community through participation in the Cannabis Industry.
Local, gold medal swimmer turned author Carolyn Wood joins the show to talk about her new book ‘Class Notes: A Young Teacher's Lessons from Classroom to Kennedy Compound’. She also talks to Jenny about the Olympics, dealing with death, and her connection to Camelot.
Cannabis Economist Beau Whitney returns to the show for a look at how cohesiveness between local, state and federal is critical to protect the future of the cannabis industry.
In the 2022 debut of Writers’ Bloc, author Sallie Weissinger stops by the show to talk about the inspiration behind debut memoir Yes, Again. She and Jenny chat about her life-long journey from New Orleans to Portland, finding and losing love along the way, and what it all has to do with pastrami.
How big is the potential legal cannabis economy? Large enough that we’ll dedicate the next two episodes talking about the money. Beau Whitney, chief economist at Whitney economics, joins the show to talk the economic trends of cannabis markets, policy and potential pitfalls.
Two killed in North Portland crash, source of mysterious boom found, and new direct flights from PDX to London
In the final (for now?) episode of Your Weather Week, Kelley and Joseph are here to talk about deep mountain snow, cold rain in the valley, and bring you an early look at the upcoming holidays. Plus, what’s the worst Christmas gift you’ve ever received?
Attempted abduction in the Pearl, reaching a grim COVID milestone, and Congress raises debt limit
Omicron arrives in Oregon, rescue package for renters and landlords, and massive settlement in USA Gymnastics sex abuse scandal
Searching for survivors after deadly tornados, new details on officer involved shooting, and the death of Anne Rice
After a warm fall so far, things are taking a turn. We're tracking deep mountain snow and cold rain in the valley. Plus, Peacock Lane is ready to return as a Portland holiday tradition. Oh... and an MLS Cup forecast.
On the eve of MLS Cup, boosters for 16 & 17 year olds, and using sewage to track omicron in Oregon
Paying respects to Bob Dole, Omicron specific vaccines under development, and dozens of quakes off Oregon coast
The legalization of recreational marijuana in Oregon requires government oversight for licensing and consumer safety. This week, we chat with leadership from the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission about why regulation is so very important.
Positive news on boosters vs. Omicron, congressional deal on debt limit, and porch pirate season arrives
COVID cases surging again across U.S., new info on deadly police shooting on Interstate 5, and 80 years after Pearl Harbor
New COVID travel restrictions take effect, virtual superpower summit, and the U.S. Senate begins hearings on Instagram
He is one of the longest-serving, and most-well known journalists in town. Ken Boddie stops by the show to share stories about growing up, his news career, being black in Portland, and the best Blazers ever.
The first weekend of December is here, but we still don’t see much snow in the region. Jospeh is flying solo this week for a look at some pretty nice days, if you are a fan of mild fall weather. Plus, he takes us out to P.I.R. for a preview of the Sunshine Division’s Winter Wonderland.
Federal shutdown temporarily averted, security guard indicted on murder charges, and big changes coming to Reser Stadium
Mitigating human-caused global warming requires significant advancements in renewable energy. Executive Director Nicole Hughes from Renewable Northwest stops by to talk about the state of the renewable energy industry and the impact we could all feel from carbon-neutral energy creation.
Fourth student dies after school shooting, President’s plan to deal with omicron, and Lillard’s injured abdomen
School shooting in Michigan, Dr. Oz wants to go to D.C., and a plan to plant new forests in Washington
Prosecutors push Supreme Court to intervene in Cosby case, Jesse Smollett trial underway, and preparing for more flooding in Washington
Understanding and tracking the omicron variant, planning for Afghan refugees in Oregon, and decorating the White House for the Holidays
U.S. Congressman Earl Blumenauer joins the show to talk about bridging the gap between the states where marijuana products have been legalized and a federal government that still classifies cannabis as one of the most dangerous narcotics around.
Police officer shot in Happy Valley, school board recall effort in Newberg, and a King gets suspended
Thanksgiving week has arrived and there’s lots of fall-like weather to chat about. Kelley and Joseph are here to talk turkey and trimmings. Plus, they’ve got a detailed look at your extended holiday forecast and any travel trouble you may run into.
Parade tragedy in Wisconsin, rallying support for Build Back Better Act, and massive marijuana bust in Jackson County
House passed Biden’s social safety net bill, FDA signs of on COVID boosters for all adults, and an annual turkey pardon
Looks like there will be a chance for you to get outside and enjoy at least a little sunshine this weekend. Joseph and Kelley break down a pleasant looking forecast and talk about when we might see real snow in the mountains. Plus, Joseph talks to the folks from Snowvana about their big event this weekend.
Rapper shot and killed in Memphis bakery, President Biden targets high gas prices, and a fall funding boost for Portland Police
If you want to be happy in life, find yourself someone who loves you like Terry Currier loves music. He joins the show from his office at Portland’s iconic record store, Music Millennium, to talk to Emily about vinyl, first concerts, and feuding with Garth Brooks.
Jury deliberations continue in Rittenhouse trial, spending Portland’s budget surplus, and assessing flood damage in Washington
The largest body of water in the world could prove to be the greatest source of renewable energy in history, if we can figure out how to get it. That’s what the team at the Hinsdale Wave Research Laboratory is trying to do. Director Pedro Lomonaco joins the show to explain how much power is hiding in the Pacific and if efficiently harvesting it could fundamentally alter our energy equation.
After a devastating stretch of rainfall in the Pacific Northwest, we'll see several dry days across the week as the region dries out. Kelley is here to recount the back-to-back atmospheric rivers that brought in floods, and she chats with network executive producer Ian Costello about the best days to get back outside in the sunshine.
Superpower presidents meet virtually, ferocious flooding in Washington, and help on the way for Coho salmon
Arraignment on tap for staunch Trump ally, COVID surge likely coming, and top Dawg fired in Seattle
Regardless of season, spending time outdoors is the way of life in the Pacific Northwest. So, get out the rain gear and get ready to get outside. Joseph and Kelley break down another soggy stretch of days and which day this weekend might be a little less wet. Plus, we go to Hollywood for one of Portland’s premier farmers markets.
Court sides with former president Trump, woman rescued from river, and suspected prolific graffiti artist arrested
Lawsuit filed in movie set shooting, spending Portland’s budget surplus, and winter shelters opening back up in Washington County
Surprise firing from the Newberg school board, Portland Thorns have a new coach, and a special way to mark Veterans Day
So, what does marijauna actually do to your body? Joseph Bubalo, a clinical pharmacist at Oregon Health and Sciences University joins the show to break down the good and bad effects of pot, the healthier way to use, and answers the age old question: Is marijuana addictive?
Prosecution rests in Rittenhouse case, solving staffing shortages in jails, and free COVID testing site opens in Oregon
Gear up for soaking rain back in the picture by the end of the week. Kelley and Joseph talk relentless showers and projected rain totals across the region, along with some potentially damaging winds for portions of the state.
U.S. Borders back open for vaccinated travelers, investigating deadly concert crush, and Pacific Northwest delegation heads to U.N. Climate Conference
Manhunt for armed robbers in East Metro, vaccine mandates for businesses, and the trail begins for the men who killed Ahmaud Arbery
Real Pacific Northwest fall is in the forecast for this weekend. Joseph and Kelley break down how much rain we will get and how hard the wind will blow. Plus, Joseph takes us to Cannon Beach to get a preview of the Stormy Weather Arts Festival taking place this weekend.
11-year-old arrested in crime spree, pill for COVID treatment, and New Jersey stays blue
Teens and adults arrested in Camas crime spree, addressing a cop shortage in Gresham, and a World Series win for Atlanta
Can you feel it in the air? The rain and cold are here and winter is on the way. Kelley and Joseph break down our second-consecutive La Nina and what it means for snow in the Willamette Valley, snow in the Mountains and our prolonged drought.
Deadly protest shooting trial underway in Wisconsin, COVID vaccines on the way for kids, and DMV deadline for 300,000 Oregonians
How did an attorney turned activist take his disappointment with inequity in the criminal justice system and turn it into a drive to legalize recreational marijuana in Oregon? In our debut episode, host Travis Box talks to cannabis activist Anthony Johnson about how Oregon’s green rush was born and what happens now.
Can you believe the holidays are just around the corner? And with the season comes more rain, more storms, and colder temperatures. Kelley returns from assignment and joins Joseph to walk us through a rainy week as multiple weather systems slide into the Pacific Northwest.
High court takes on Texas abortion law, police officer shot in Puyallup, and Day of the Dead returns
Manhunt in Washington County, settlement in church massacre, and Facebook rebrands as Meta
After a rainy, breezy week, changes are on the way. Joseph and Kelley break down that all important trick or treating, Halloween forecast that doesn’t look scary. Plus, Joseph heads out to Lincoln City to check out the Haunted Taft Tour.
Jury selected for ‘Unite the Right’ rally trial, car chase suspect in costume, and a U.S. passport makes history
What would it take to prevent dangerous carbon emissions from entering our atmosphere and driving temperatures even higher? That’s the idea behind David Heldebrant’s research at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. He joins the show to explain how carbon capture works and what it could mean for the fight against climate change.
Moves to better protect kids online, neighbor sues neighbor over business fire, and debating COVID vaccine mandate for Portland school students
FDA meets to authorize Pfizer vaccine for children, record gun violence in Portland, and containers adrift at sea
After the much ballyhooed bomb cyclone, what does the rest of the week look like? Joseph breaks down the expected steady showers and how much rain we could actually get. Plus, an early look at your Halloween forecast.
COVID vaccines for kids could be 2 weeks away, cracking down on street racing, and drug kingpin arrested
Just in time for Halloween and the arrival of Spooky Season, one of Portland’s real witches stops by for a chat. Erica Fortner sits down with Emily to talk witchcraft, tarot, and the many ways in which witches are very misunderstood.
Tragedy on Alec Baldwin movie set, targeting flavored tobacco products, and Queen Elizabeth released from the hospital
The real fall rain has arrived in Oregon and we’ve got a wet weekend on tap. Joseph and Kelley break down the cool, breezy and wet few days ahead. Plus, we go to the Oregon Zoo to talk about fun Halloween events with the animals.
Massive onion recall alert, closing in on COVID vaccines for kids, and guilty plea in mass school shooting
Deputy charged with stealing COVID vaccination cards, Steve Bannon faces contempt charge, and Facebook could go away
Search for kidnapped American missionaries, new numbers on breakthrough COVID infections, and WSU fires its football coach
Kelley is out on assignment this week so Joseph and Executive Producer Ian Costello break down the next several days that are going to feel a lot like fall. How much rain will we get? What are the chances we see a serious windstorm? And what’s the deal with reoccurring dreams?
Grim violence milestone in Portland, Ahmaud Arbery jury selection begins, and former President Trump under oath
President Clinton hospitalized, criminal contempt charges possible for former White House Chief Strategist, and entertainment production in jeopardy
Summer is fading in the rearview mirror and we’ve got a mixed bag of weather on tap for the weekend. Joseph and Kelley talk cooler temps, some rain, and which day will be nicer to be outside. Plus, we head to Hood River for an annual Fall festival.
FDA votes on more COVID vaccine booster shots, vandals do $500K in damage in Portland, and a massive fire in Taiwan
A plan to reduce car use in Portland, tax credits coming for Oregonians, and William Shatner heads to space
Lawsuit follows alleged attack on Hillsboro school bus, slew of Southwest Airlines flights cancelled, and release the Kraken
Get the rain gear and the hot coffee ready. We're going to see showers a few times this week, along with some chilly temps. Kelley and Joseph break down the details and when we may see some nicer weather return to Portland.
Safety changes coming to Facebook and Instagram, big drop in COVID cases nationwide, and a plan for more Portland police
From the East Coast to Southern California and now Portland, filmmaker Jannette Bloom has been chasing her dream to make art across the country. Now, she stops by to talk to Emily about her new movie, Sing to me Sylvie and the role Portland played in getting it made.
Major change to death penalty in Oregon, the eyes of Tesla are on Texas, and massive weekend freeway closure
All of a sudden, fall is here. Joseph and Kelley are back to talk a weekend full of crisp mornings, some rainy afternoons, and a fair share of sunshine. Plus, Joseph takes us to Sauvie Island and the Bella Organic Farm to talk pumpkin patch, corn maze, and all sorts of fall festivities.
Judge blocks Texas abortion law, malaria vaccine approved, and Thorns GM placed on leave pending independent investigation
Debt ceiling debate heads to the Senate, hiccup with a proposed Safe Rest site, and another big blow to Portland’s restaurant industry
Facebook whistleblower heads to Washington, J&J applies for booster shot authorization, and history in NASCAR
Time to dig out the rain wear and sweaters. Soggy and cooler conditions return to Portland as we kick off the week. Kelley and Joseph talk conditions that are more normal for late-October. Plus, are we possibly done with 70 degree weather this year?
Major oil spill of the coast of California, COVID-19 numbers dropping in Oregon, and your shot to win more than $600 million
We return from our late-summer break just in time to talk about books. Lots and lots and lots of books. This week, Powell’s Books owner and president Emily Powell joins the show to talk about her life-long love affair with reading, the iconic bookstore, and its relationship with the city of Portland.
The valley rain and mountain snow have moved on for now, and we've got a spectacular fall weekend on tap. Joseph and Kelley are here to break it all down. Plus, we’ve got a preview of the return of the Portland Marathon.
Facebook execs grilled on Capitol Hill, progress on a pill to treat COVID-19, and a Hawaiian volcano roars to life
Possible COVID vaccine requirements for Portland Public Schools students, more insurrection indictments issued, and Britney is one step closer to free
Getting closer to COVID Vaccines for kids, a move to arm Portland firefighters with bulletproof vests, and redrawing Congressional districts in Washington
Kelley and Joseph chat about a possible tornado in Battle Ground, WA on Monday, soaking rains, and the best days to hit the pumpkin patch.
We’ve spent three weeks explaining the problem, and the dangers, of continued climate change. So, what now? From personal responsibility to community efforts, from recycling to government mandates and incentives, how are we supposed to adapt? And who will lead the effort?
Police chase turns deadly in Clackamas County, conviction for R&B star R. Kelly, and new Congressional districts in Oregon
WSP mourns the loss of trooper due to COVID, panel judges could decide Oregon redistricting boundaries, and investigating a deadly train derailment
Boppy lounger recall alert, CDC backs Pfizer booster shots, and should the contract to clean-up downtown Portland be renewed
Fall has arrived, but will it feel like it this weekend? Joseph and Kelley are here to break down the a weekend that will feel very different on Saturday than it will on Sunday. Plus, is there intelligent life out there? We head to McMinnville for the UFO Festival.
Lindy Miller used to write textbooks and dissertations. Now, she’s turned her attention to warm and fuzzy romances. Miller joins to the show to talk about her new novel Aloha with Love, working with a firefighter on screenplays, and living in the “Last Frontier”.
FDA signs off on booster shots, hundreds of Beaverton students quarantined, and a potential change of school policy in Newberg