Bend Don't Break

Source Weekly - Bend, Oregon
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Bend Don't Break

The Source Weekly newspaper in beautiful Bend, Oregon. Check back here for updates on our Bend Don't Break podcast and our Grand Craft Bend Podcast.

  1. 12/22/2024

    Bend Don't Break: Melissa Burr, Founding Winemaker at Stoller Wine

    In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, host Aaron Switzer chats with Melissa Burr, Founding Winemaker of Stoller Family Estate, about her fascinating journey from studying naturopathic medicine to becoming a trailblazer in the Oregon wine industry. An Oregon native, Melissa discovered her passion for winemaking while pursuing her Bachelor of Science degree at Portland State University. She further honed her craft through studies at Oregon State University and hands-on experience at local wineries, ultimately setting her sights on a career that would transform the region’s wine scene.

    23 min
  2. Bend Don't Break: Sally Compton, Executive Director of Think Wild

    12/20/2024

    Bend Don't Break: Sally Compton, Executive Director of Think Wild

    In this week’s episode of Bend Don’t Break, host Aaron Switzer sits down with Sally, Executive Director of Think Wild, a Bend-based wildlife conservation center. Sally shares her inspiring journey from working at the Newport Aquarium to leading a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to wildlife rescue, education, conservation, and habitat restoration across Central and Eastern Oregon.

    29 min
  3. Bend Don't Break: Trygve Bjornstad, Co-Founder of Board House Society

    12/20/2024

    Bend Don't Break: Trygve Bjornstad, Co-Founder of Board House Society

    In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, host Aaron Switzer sits down with a passionate Bend local who has turned a love for board sports into a mission to give back to the community. Born in the Pacific Northwest, this week’s guest was drawn to Bend from a young age, inspired by its mountains, rivers, and endless adventures. After 14+ years of calling Bend home, they’ve channeled a lifelong passion for snowboarding, skateboarding, and outdoor recreation into a visionary project: Board House.

    25 min
  4. Bend Don't Break: Aimee Snyder

    12/06/2024

    Bend Don't Break: Aimee Snyder

    In this episode of Bend Don't Break, host Aaron Switzer is joined by Dr. Aimee Snyder to discuss the transformative power of integrating public health programs into school systems. Dr. Snyder shares her journey from being a middle school teacher in coastal Georgia to earning her doctoral degree in Public Health and specializing in school-based prevention and health promotion.

    33 min
  5. Bend Don't Break: Jeff Knapp, CEO of Visit Bend

    11/13/2024

    Bend Don't Break: Jeff Knapp, CEO of Visit Bend

    In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, Aaron Switzer sits down with Jeff Knapp, the newly appointed CEO of Visit Bend, to delve into his journey from a humble start in hospitality to leading one of Oregon’s most celebrated visitor bureaus. Jeff shares stories of his early days in the industry, moving from bussing tables to managing Direct to Consumer Sales at Sokol Blosser Winery, where he honed his approach to relationship-driven hospitality. He later took on the challenge of founding Visit McMinnville in 2015, transforming it into a model of sustainable tourism that has been widely recognized, including accolades like the McMinnville Mayor’s Community Pillar Award and Travel Oregon’s Leadership Award.

    36 min
  6. Bend Don't Break Michelle Healy, Executive Director of Bend Park and Recreation

    11/04/2024

    Bend Don't Break Michelle Healy, Executive Director of Bend Park and Recreation

    In this episode of Bend Don't Break, Aaron Switzer speaks with Michelle Healy, Executive Director of Bend Park and Recreation District, about what makes Bend’s parks and trails some of the most cherished community assets. Michelle shares insights from her extensive background in parks and recreation, which spans from lifeguarding and supervising recreation facilities to her current leadership role. Her passion for creating accessible outdoor spaces shines through as she discusses Bend’s commitment to fostering green spaces that enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors alike.

    32 min
  7. Bend Don't Break: Paula Dreyer, Composer and Pianist

    10/29/2024

    Bend Don't Break: Paula Dreyer, Composer and Pianist

    In this episode of Bend Don't Break, host Aaron Switzer sits down with Paula Dreyer, a classically-trained pianist and composer based in Bend, Oregon, whose distinctive music draws from Romantic, Impressionistic, and Spanish influences. Paula shares her inspiring journey from early piano lessons to becoming an internationally recognized musician, educator, and author of the popular Little Gems for Piano books.

    30 min
  8. Bend Don't Break With Emily Kirk, Central Oregon Daily Morning News Anchor

    10/24/2024

    Bend Don't Break With Emily Kirk, Central Oregon Daily Morning News Anchor

    In this episode of Bend Don't Break, Aaron Switzer sits down with Emily Kirk, a familiar face on Central Oregon Daily News, to talk about her journey into local television and her deep connection to the Central Oregon community.

    29 min
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The Source Weekly newspaper in beautiful Bend, Oregon. Check back here for updates on our Bend Don't Break podcast and our Grand Craft Bend Podcast.

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  • Creator
    Source Weekly - Bend, Oregon
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2024
  • Episodes
    343
  • Rating
    Clean
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