Central Oregon Stories

Andrew Gandara
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Relaunched as Central Oregon Stories We allow people to tell their stories, let them be heard, and give you a small glimpse into the lives of the unique and amazing people that live in the Central Oregon area. Each of our guests were asked to share a hard or meaningful conversation that has stayed with them throughout their lives. They've gotten to pick their stories, and some guests have partnered up to tell their stories with a friend. Previously "The Heard Podcast"

  1. 4d ago

    E7 - Jessica Porter

    Jessica Porter is telling her story and is joined in conversation with Anne Kizziar. Being a Washington native, Jessica now settles in Sisters after living all throughout different Central Oregon cities. Jessica shares about a hard conversation she had with her parents about leaving college to pursue a dream of joining a ministry and serving in various African countries.

    E7 - Jessica Porter

  2. 6d ago

    E6 - Anne Kizziar

    Anne is the Director of Trauma Informed Leadership Formation and has been part of the Sisters community for more than 25 years. Anne shares her story about going past her physical limitations in a Costco food court and how she receives an unexpected reaction from her daughter. This is the first of a two part conversation. Be sure to join us for part two where Anne and Jess switch places.

    E6 - Anne Kizziar

  3. Sep 29

    E5 - Edna Parzybok

    Edna Parzybok is a Seattle native who moved to Sisters about 4 years ago. Edna shares a hard conversation she had with a friend about how her words and actions were being perceived poorly by others.

    E5 - Edna Parzybok

  4. Sep 22

    E4 - Michael Preedin

    Michael Preedin is a sitting City Council member and former Mayor of Sisters, OR. Michael runs a home design firm and has lived in Sisters for over a decade. Michael is joined by our co-producer Beth Chase, and shares about a time when a resident aggressively approached him after a city council meeting during his time as Mayor.

    E4 - Michael Preedin

  5. Sep 15

    E3 - Hannah Harrer

    Hannah is a Sisters local, an active real estate agent, and a real estate investor. She's joined by Beth and shares a handful of life lessons she learned from her Dad, including her experience dealing with a life changing ACL tear.

    E3 - Hannah Harrer

  6. Sep 8

    E2 - Owen Herzberg

    Owen Herzberg is a Vietnam veteran sharing about his time in service and his experience navigating PTSD. He's joined by Podcast Alumni, David Chase. Both talk about the challenges of opening up and the effect sustained trauma can have on a person's psyche.

    E2 - Owen Herzberg

  7. Sep 2

    E1 - Naomi Stanton

    Relaunching as Central Oregon Stories! This season, each guest is asked to share a hard or meaningful conversation that has stayed with them throughout their lives. Naomi Stanton joins us, along with her friend Beth Chase, and tells about the first time she's able to have a true back and forth conversation with her son. Naomi has lived in various places throughout Central Oregon and currently lives in Bend with her husband and four year old son.

    E1 - Naomi Stanton

  8. 11/10/2025

    E6 - Ken Ruettgers

    As he transitions out of a life of playing football, Ken finds himself wanting more from those closest to him. Nervous and unsure how he will be received, Ken attempts to break cultural and generational norms by asking his Dad for a deeper relationship. Ken breaks the mold by talking through the dynamics of father-son relationships and what it means to let go so they can flourish.

    E6 - Ken Ruettgers
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Relaunched as Central Oregon Stories We allow people to tell their stories, let them be heard, and give you a small glimpse into the lives of the unique and amazing people that live in the Central Oregon area. Each of our guests were asked to share a hard or meaningful conversation that has stayed with them throughout their lives. They've gotten to pick their stories, and some guests have partnered up to tell their stories with a friend. Previously "The Heard Podcast"

Information

  • Creator
    Andrew Gandara
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Andrew Gandara
  • Show Website
    Central Oregon Stories