Moran’s Lost History of Oregon

James Moran

This is where the obscure and fascinating past of the people of Oregon, who helped shape this wonderful state, come to life. Join the adventure as we learn more about the Land of Milk and Honey.

Episodes

  1. 12/22/2025

    The Oregon Railroad War

    This was a battle between America's two greatest railroad titans for the control of the Eastern Oregon market. Although nobody died in the war, both sides committed shenanigans against each other, including the use of rattlesnakes and black powder.  Click here to learn who won the battle of the Railroad War.

    20 min

  2. 05/31/2025

    Tater Tots and the Oregon Connection

    Discover how the Tater Tot went from cattle feed to a classic American snack, and it all started in Oregon.

    17 min

  3. 04/27/2025

    Moon Trees of Oregon

    In this episode, we'll learn about Oregon's connection to the Apollo moon mission and the inspiration behind the Moon Trees.

    18 min

  4. 03/24/2025

    Uranium Boom of Eastern Oregon

    Moran's Lost History of Oregon explores the interesting Uranium boom of the 1950s, the connection of this remote part of Oregon to the Cold War and fighting Communism, and how one person staked a Uranium claim in the middle of a small Oregon city.   Click here to learn more!

    17 min

  5. 02/23/2025

    Vanport (Part3) The Miracle City On The Columbia

    This is the last of a three-part series about one of Oregon's largest cities that played an essential role in the Second World War and in the struggle for civil rights.

    12 min

  6. 01/29/2025

    Vanport (Part 2)-The Miracle City on the Columbia

    We learned how Vanport was different from other cities in Oregon, and we heard from people who lived in the boomtown.

    14 min

  7. 01/14/2025

    Vanport (Part 1) -The Miracle City on the Columbia

    Explore Oregon's second-largest city, built in a matter of a few months by Henry Kaiser, its role in the Second World War, how it differed from other cities, and what became of Vanport.

    8 min
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This is where the obscure and fascinating past of the people of Oregon, who helped shape this wonderful state, come to life. Join the adventure as we learn more about the Land of Milk and Honey.

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