The PNW Podcast

Drew Tydeman
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A daily podcast covering the stories that matter most across the Pacific Northwest, with a primary focus on Oregon and Washington. Each episode delivers a concise roundup of the day's biggest headlines, local news, sports, current events, and the conversations shaping the region—keeping listeners informed, engaged, and connected to what's happening close to home.

  1. 8h ago

    6,000 Beers, a 46-Day Beer Diet & 51 Million Views!

    What happens when a craft beer fanatic takes beer drinking to a whole new level? Just ask Jon Steuben, creator and host of Hops And Brews, who joins us on the PNW Podcast for a wild conversation about beer, brewing, business, and some of the craziest drinking experiments you’ve ever heard. Born and raised in Oregon, Jon has built an incredible following with more than 135,000 subscribers and 51 million views across social media. He's a longtime homebrewer who's sampled more than 6,000 unique beers, previously owned and operated a taproom in downtown Salem, and somehow still finds time to work as a software developer and head of IT. But it's his adventures that really steal the show. We're talking about completing a 46-day beer-only diet TWICE, freeze-distilling Budweiser into 40-proof alcohol, reviewing a 75% ABV beer believed to be the world's strongest, experimenting with low-alcohol and nonalcoholic beers, and even putting the internet's helium beer theory to the test. And that's before we get into mustard beer, pickle beer, hot dog-flavored hard seltzer, and beer made for dogs! Now Jon is documenting his own fitness journey and trying to figure out how to get healthier without giving up the things he loves. It's a hilarious, fascinating, and occasionally unbelievable conversation with an Oregon original who has certainly taken his love of beer to another level. Pour yourself something good and join us for this one. Cheers! 🍻

  2. 4d ago

    From Fast Food to Foodie Fame: Meet PDX Fast Foodie

    Drew sits down with Portland social media personality PDX Fast Foodie, aka Nate Heath, for a fun conversation about his rise as one of Portland's go-to food critics and content creators. From fast food favorites and hidden local gems to the incredible variety of restaurants that make Portland's food scene so unique, Nate shares his experiences tasting his way around the city and what makes the Portland food community so special. The two also take a trip down memory lane, talking about growing up in the Portland area, local favorites, and how Nate turned his love of food into a social media following. Whether you're hunting for your next great meal, looking for the best fast food in town, or just love a good Portland food conversation, this is an episode you won't want to miss! Follow PDX Fast Foodie on social media for great food reviews and videos, and check out Nate's Not Nerd Podcast! Another great conversation about the people, places, and things that make the Pacific Northwest special!

  3. 5d ago

    Rip City Rising! Black Hawk Close Call & DraftKings Madness

    Drew and Marcus are back breaking down a red-hot start for the Portland Trail Blazers! Portland heads into the spotlight after knocking off the Denver Nuggets in Denver for the first time in over a decade. Sitting third in the Western Conference with just one loss, the Blazers are giving Rip City plenty of reasons to believe. Is Deni Avdija emerging as the superstar and workhorse this team will build around? Plus, a frightening near miss in Seattle as a pregame fireworks display nearly takes out a Black Hawk helicopter. What could have happened if one of those fireworks had made contact? And finally, we get into the world of DraftKings, gambling responsibly, knowing when to walk away, and the undeniable joy of playing with house money — or, as Drew likes to call it, FUNNY MONEY! It's Blazers basketball, Northwest chaos, and a little gambling talk on the PNW Podcast!

  4. Nov 2

    Northwest Football Chaos & Rip City on Fire

    Drew and Marcus are back breaking down everything happening in the great Northwest! The Oregon Ducks finally get a win over a ranked opponent, taking down Northwestern and giving Duck fans something to celebrate. Meanwhile, the Oregon State Beavers learn the hard way that underestimating an opponent can come back to bite you after a disappointing loss to Fresno State. The Washington Huskies save their season with a huge win over Nebraska, while the Washington State Cougars find themselves at the bottom of the college football landscape. But there's some serious good news for Northwest sports fans! The Portland Trail Blazers are red hot, sitting at 4-1 and absolutely destroying the Utah Jazz over the weekend. Could Rip City have something special brewing? From college football chaos to the Blazers rolling, Drew and Marcus cover it all in another episode of the PNW Podcast! #PNWPodcast #OregonDucks #OregonStateBeavers #WashingtonHuskies #WashingtonStateCougars #RipCity #PortlandTrailBlazers #CollegeFootball #PacificNorthwest

  5. Oct 29

    Rip City Is Back? The Blazers Have Portland Believing Again

    On this episode of the PNW Podcast, Drew sits down with Ryan Messick to break down everything surrounding the Portland Trail Blazers’ new-look team and their red-hot start to the season. From the depth and talent across the roster to what this new energy could mean for the future of basketball in Portland, the guys dive into why this team has suddenly become the talk of the town. There’s something different about this Blazers team, and you can feel it. The excitement, the confidence, the vibe — it has fans talking and a city that’s been desperate for something good to finally believe in again. Could this be the beginning of something special for Rip City? Drew and Ryan discuss what’s clicking, why this roster feels different, and whether the Blazers are giving Portland a reason to get excited again. The buzz is real. The city is watching. And Rip City might have something special on its hands. #PNWPodcast #PortlandTrailBlazers #RipCity #Portland #NBA #TrailBlazers #Basketball #PNW

  6. Oct 28

    Ducks in Disarray: What's Next for Oregon Football?

    On this episode of the PNW Podcast, Drew welcomes special guest Ryan Messick to break down the latest chaos surrounding the Oregon Ducks football program. With offensive coordinator Drew Mehringer fired and quarterback Dante Moore officially shut down for the remainder of the season, the guys dive into what went wrong, who's to blame, and what the future holds for Oregon football. Will Dante Moore return to Eugene next season, or could the Ducks be looking for a new quarterback? What does the offensive coordinator change mean for the program moving forward? And with the season slipping away, what should fans expect from the Ducks over the final games? Drew and Ryan tackle the tough questions, share their thoughts on the state of the program, and discuss what needs to happen for Oregon to get back on track. The Ducks may be down, but there's plenty to talk about! #PNWPodcast #OregonDucks #DanteMoore #CollegeFootball #GoDucks

  7. Oct 26

    Ducks in Freefall, Beavers on the Rise!

    Oregon Ducks Collapse, Beavers Building a Powerhouse! The Oregon Ducks' fall from grace continues! After a crushing loss to Illinois, the Ducks now have three losses on the season, leaving their College Football Playoff dreams in serious trouble. Drew and Marcus break down what went wrong, who's to blame, and where Oregon goes from here. Meanwhile, the Oregon State Beavers are making moves! Jesse Legree is returning for another season, and the Beavers have their sights set on building a national powerhouse and making a serious postseason run. Two programs heading in very different directions! We break it all down on this episode of The PNW Podcast!

  8. Oct 22

    From Behind the Bar to Owning the Bar

    What do you get when a theater kid becomes a musician, a bartender, and eventually a successful restaurant owner? You get the story of Justyn Scott Reese, whose journey proves that sometimes the best career paths are the ones you never planned. On this episode of the PNW Podcast, Drew sits down with Justyn to talk about the twists and turns that took him from the stage to the music scene and ultimately into the restaurant business. Today, Justyn owns The Dullahan in Lake Oswego and Buddy’s Diner & Sports Bar in Aloha, Oregon. Hear how he turned years of experience behind the bar into an opportunity to own the business, build something of his own, and carve out his place in the Pacific Northwest restaurant scene. His story is a reminder that you don't have to follow a traditional path to find success. Sometimes, all it takes is hard work, a willingness to take a chance, and the determination to turn your experience into something bigger. Tune in for a conversation about music, entrepreneurship, the restaurant industry, and how a bartender can become a bar owner when he puts his mind to it!

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About

A daily podcast covering the stories that matter most across the Pacific Northwest, with a primary focus on Oregon and Washington. Each episode delivers a concise roundup of the day's biggest headlines, local news, sports, current events, and the conversations shaping the region—keeping listeners informed, engaged, and connected to what's happening close to home.

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  • Creator
    Drew Tydeman
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    42
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The PNW Podcast
  • Show Website
    The PNW Podcast

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