The Outlet | Podcast

The Roseburg Plug
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🎙️ The Outlet Podcast Real conversations with the people building community. Hosted by Shane Hayes, The Outlet Podcast shines a light on the small business owners, creators, nonprofits, organizers, and everyday people making a difference across Douglas County and beyond. This isn’t surface-level promotion — it’s about the human side of the journey. Why people started, what they’ve overcome, what they believe, and what keeps them going. Honest, local, inspiring, and sometimes unexpected. Because behind every business, brand, or mission… there’s a real story worth hearing.

Episodes

  1. Jun 6

    Episode 6 - Ryan Foster | The Outlet Podcast

    In this episode of The Outlet, Shane sits down with Ryan Foster of Cold Sun Fitness in Sutherlin, Oregon.Ryan talks about growing up in Roseburg, getting into personal training, opening Cold Sun Fitness, and what it takes to build a healthier life one step at a time.This conversation gets into more than just workouts. Shane and Ryan talk about mindset, discipline, nutrition, old habits, accountability, fitness myths, building a business, and why showing up for your health matters before something forces you to.Ryan also shares what it’s been like running the gym on his own, helping clients build confidence, and creating a space where people can work toward their goals with structure, support, and community.Whether you’re already into fitness or just trying to figure out where to start, this episode is a reminder that small steps add up, discipline matters, and investing in yourself is worth it.#TheOutletPodcast #RyanFoster #ColdSunFitness #TheRoseburgPlug #SutherlinOregon #RoseburgOregon #DouglasCounty #Fitness #HealthAndWellness #PersonalTraining #Mindset #LocalStories

    57 min

  2. May 30

    Episode 5 - Betty Simon | The Outlet Podcast

    In this episode of The Outlet, Shane sits down with Betty Simon for a real conversation about life, community, purpose, and the stories that shape who we become. Betty shares her perspective on personal growth, mindset, resilience, and the importance of showing up with intention. This conversation goes beyond the surface and into the heart of what The Outlet is really about: hearing from the people who help make Douglas County what it is, one story at a time. Honest, grounded, and full of heart, this episode is a reminder that everyone has a story worth listening to. #TheOutletPodcast #TheRoseburgPlug #KQUA #RoseburgOregon #DouglasCounty #LocalStories #CommunityVoices

    1h 2m

  3. May 16

    Episode 4 - Jake Tranter | The Outlet Podcast

    Some people wait for permission. Jake Tranter is building the thing anyway. In this episode of The Outlet, Jake talks about filmmaking, self-trust, and what it takes to follow a passion that other people might not fully understand yet. His advice? Where there’s a will, there’s a way.Trust yourself.Get a little delusional.Keep going until the vision starts becoming real. From filming on an iPhone to building Spiderking Studios right here in Douglas County… this is what local creativity looks like when someone refuses to quit. Answer the call.

    1h 1m
  4. Episode 3 - Rodney Norman | The Outlet Podcast (Special Guest Edition)

    May 11

    Episode 3 - Rodney Norman | The Outlet Podcast (Special Guest Edition)

    In this episode of The Outlet, Shane Hayes & Joseph Ziegler sit down with comedian Rodney Norman, known for his deadpan humor, unexpected wisdom, and strangely comforting reminders that everything is probably going to be okay. What starts as a funny conversation turns into something deeper about comedy, perspective, life, and finding a way to laugh through the weirdness of being human. Rodney brings the kind of humor that sneaks up on you, simple, dry, thoughtful, and somehow exactly what you needed to hear. This episode is funny, honest, unexpected, and very much Rodney Norman. 👇 Watch, laugh, and try not to overthink it. #TheOutletPodcast #RodneyNorman #Comedy #Podcast #RoseburgOregon #DouglasCounty #TheRoseburgPlug #EverythingIsGoingToBeOkay #TheRoseburgReceiver

    1h 10m

  5. May 3

    Episode 2 - Tim Lacey | The Outlet

    In this episode of The Outlet, Shane sits down with Tim Lacey — former owner of Granny’s Mini Hut in Roseburg and current owner of Mama Ginger’s Cookies. This conversation dives into Tim’s journey through entrepreneurship, resilience, and overcoming serious medical challenges along the way. It’s honest, heartfelt, and a reminder of what it really takes to keep going. This is what The Outlet is all about — real people with real stories.

    55 min
  6. Episode 1 - Ripples The Clown | The Outlet

    Apr 19

    Episode 1 - Ripples The Clown | The Outlet

    In the very first episode of The Outlet, Shane sits down with one of Douglas County’s most unexpected community figure: Ripples the Clown. What starts as a conversation about clowning quickly becomes something deeper: purpose, connection, empathy, identity, and the power of making people smile in a world that often forgets how to play. From volunteering at local fairs to creating unforgettable moments for kids and adults alike, Ripples shares how small acts of joy can create lasting ripples through a community. This episode is funny, heartfelt, surprising, and exactly what The Outlet is about, real people with real stories.

    54 min
  • 6 Episodes

About

🎙️ The Outlet Podcast Real conversations with the people building community. Hosted by Shane Hayes, The Outlet Podcast shines a light on the small business owners, creators, nonprofits, organizers, and everyday people making a difference across Douglas County and beyond. This isn’t surface-level promotion — it’s about the human side of the journey. Why people started, what they’ve overcome, what they believe, and what keeps them going. Honest, local, inspiring, and sometimes unexpected. Because behind every business, brand, or mission… there’s a real story worth hearing.

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  • Creator
    The Roseburg Plug
  • Years Active
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  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © The Roseburg Plug
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