Sonoman's Side Show: Recent Episodes

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Sonoman's Side Show: Recorded at Grim Reaper Studios, located somewhere at the base of the Beautiful Blue Mountains in Eastern Oregon. I'm your host, Les "Snowman" Kannier. Join me each episode when I'll speak with a guest and we'll make some observations, give some educated and not so educated opinions and maybe, just maybe, we'll spit some wisdom. No politics. No religion. No cancel culture. Everything else is probably on the table. Kick back and enjoy interviews and discussions that include topics such as odd news bits, sports talk, entertainment, music, food and much more. I hope you'll take a listen. Until then, keep your nose clean if it takes both sleeves!

Email me at SonomansSideShow@gmail.com or Instagram with any questions, ideas, stories etc and maybe I can get you on the show. Sponsors include Bill Murphy Roofing, Wandering Wizard Concepts, History Hunters & Firearm Antiquities, Vertical Jigs & Lures and the Jon P. Slater Foundation. Music provided by Big Steve & The Trainwreck (Episodes 1-7 music provide by Pecan Pie & Distributed by UpBeat). News provided by Reuters and Associated Press.

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On tonight's episode we talk about what's news with the Snowman and then we go down the rabbit hole as the show takes a turn to the Sasquatch phenomenon. We start with J-Mac out of Linn County Oregon regarding Sasquatch footprints he witnessed in the late '70's. Then we speak with Joe Byrnes from Eastern Oregon and learn how he mastered the male Squatch call. Rounding out the conversation we go to Salem Oregon to speak with Big Ern and discuss if he's had any experiences with the Sasquatch phenomenom while working as a land surveyor. And of course we go to South East Texas for a soul searching segment with Pork Chop.

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Tonight we welcome Brad Fairbank to the show. Brad grew up in Southern Illinois and after a stint in the Navy he headed West and landed in Eastern Oregon. As a jack of all, master of some, Brad has had many side hustles in his life to include Master Welder, Master Gardener, Competitive BBQ, Fishing guide, Bartender, Landscaper/Fish Pond designer, Candle Maker and entrepreneur. However, for the past 31 years his day job has been working for the State of Oregon in the HealthCare industry and specifically people with disabilities. Brad reflects on his healthcare career from his early days providing direct care to his current position as a Training & Development Specialist. We also welcome special correspondent Pork Chop, live from S.E. Texas. Thanks for listening!

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Tonight we go down to Central Oregon to speak with Justin Russ. Originally from the Carolinas, Justin is a veteran of the U.S. Coastguard, graduate of golf school, graduate of helicopter flight school, former State of Oregon Certified Property Appraiser and Owner, Parent, Father & ....Operator of Liberty Detection in Bend Oregon, Justin share with us stories and lessons from his past, present & pans for the future, how cancer has touched him peronally and .... some of the crazy adventures he has been on thus far. Tonight Pork Chop also joins us from SE Texas with some strange news and what's new in his neck of da woods! Special guest "Hot Momma Wife" reads outro and sponsors. Don't mis this epic moment. Finally, be sure to to order your copy of my latest Rap single "Porky Chop Chop", debuted tonight on the show. Yes, history in the making.

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Tonight we welcome Lauren Davis to the show. Lauren is a 20 year old student at C.O.C.C., currently enrolled in the EMT & Fire Program. Lauren grew up in Portland Oregon and now resides in Central Oregon (Bend). Lauren shares with us her love for adventure and living in the moment. She also talks about her love of the outdoors, art, being present and she'll spit some wisdom. We also breifly touch on the mental health condition of anxiety and what it's like to battle those demons. Additionally we have a live music performance from Autzen Kannier, the family Yorkshire and we reach out to S.E. Texas for our weekely update from Kevin "PorkChop" Klutts. Great show, great guests.

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Tonight we welcome to the show, Ryan Smith from Pendleton Oregon. Ryan is a married father of two, E.O.U. Graduate, Number Crunching Extraordinaire, Landscape Artisan, Outdoors-man, Avid Book-reader, Non-Sasquatch believer, Soon to be chicken farmer and All around class act guy. Additionally, we get a live, on location report from Kevin "Pork Chop" Klutts down in SE Texas at a the Riverside Tavern.

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Tonight we speak with Jesse Barnes. Jesse, grew up in Corvallis Oregon and currently resides in Salem Oregon. He earned his degree at Oregon State University, is a Real Estate Investor & Broker and has a beautiful wife and two children. Tonight Jesse tells us about his life, his passions, his Korean heritage and his love for his family. We also have special correspondent reports from Kevin "Pork Chop" Klutts out of S.E. Texas and Jeff Moura from Boise Idaho. Enjoy!

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Tonight we go all the way......across the street. Tonight we meet my neighbor Vito Crivellone. Vito is a husband, father and Bud-Tender by trade. Vito shares insight into his past, his amazing family, his employment adventures and his hobbies. I learn a little bit more about my neighbor and we get start things off with a report from Special Correspondent Pork Chop down in SE Texas.

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Tonight we talk with local guitar legend, Albert Tibbets. Albert gives us a peak into his musical journey and shares gig stories, current gear, future plans and plays LIVE in the studio tonight! We also hear from ODD NEWS Special Correspondent, Kevin "Pork Chop" Klutts. Don't miss this episode!!!

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Tonight we welcome Background Investigator by day, Renaissance Man by night, a Musician, Wood Carver, Canvas Painter, Metal Head, Outdoors-man, Gardner, High School Football Coach, Pod-castor and Husband & Father, Joe Byrnes.

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Tonight we head over to Eagle Idaho where we speak to long time musician Ken McAtee. Ken shares stories from his musical journey and spits wisdom like no other. He's my musical sensei, a hell of a musician and a good friend. Additionaly we have our special correspondent from South East Texas, Kevin "Pork Chop" Klutts, report the "Odd" News. What a blast. Enjoy!

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Tonight we go to Southern Oregon to speak with Fishing Guru Big Ern Lundeen. Ernest is passionate about fishing and the great outdoors and shares some adventures he's had along the way, to include a rattle snake bite!. With a Bachelors degree in Geomatics, a former Marine, a Cadastral Surveyor and a self-proclaimed Master in the martial Art of Gymkata, Big Ern is a character and we will definitely get him back on the show enjoy!

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Tonight we go out to Montana to speak with Cowboy, High School teacher, Leatherwork Artist and former Bronc Rider Billy Jack Murphy. Bill shares his journey in the sport of Rodeo that lasted 18 years. Bill will also shares a brief history of his art work and what he's working on now. Good guy, but don't cross'm or he'll shoot ya with his .243! (I apologize for the audio. Had a weird buzz I didn't notice until I was done. Ooops. Still a great guest!)

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Tonight we talk with musician Kevin Klutts from Port Neches, Texas. Kevin talks about his musical journey and answers the biggest question of all, is high school football popular in Texas? (I apologize for the poor audio. Still a work in progress) Kevin is a man a few words so I couldn't believe he said yes when I asked him to be on the show. He's a great human being and a dang good bass player! I hope to have him back on the show! Enjoy!

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On tonight's episode we go over some "Odd" News and then after the break we speak with Jefferson County Community Corrections Director, Kurt Symons. We get to know Kurt a little better and lay the foundation for many shows to come! Enjoy & stay tuned for future visits from Kurt!

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Tonight we go over the "Odd" News and then after the break, our guest, Big Steve Humphrey joins us for a great discussion on his growing up in Southern California and and his journey as a musician. Finally Big Steve will Spit Some Wisdom. I will definately have Steve on again. Enjoy!

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Join me for a recap of current news in the world and a fantastic interview with Jenni Kannier. Jenni is a recent grad of WOU and at 23 years old, she shares what the world looks like from her perspective, the impact she hopes to have and lastly I'll get her to Spit Some Wisdom so take a listen and enjoy.