Best Newberg News Podcasts (2025)

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From For-Sale Bride to Oxford Scholar: How Sonita Rewrote Her Future with Rap 38:37

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Sonita Alizadeh is an award-winning Afghan rapper, activist, and now published author who’s using her voice—through rap and writing—to fight one of the world’s most overlooked human rights issues: child marriage. In this unforgettable episode, Ami sits down with Sonita to talk about her extraordinary journey from nearly being sold into marriage twi…

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Behind the Scenes of the Newberg-Dundee Police Department - with Police Chief Jeff Kosmicki 1:16:18

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Send us a text In this episode, Jeff Kosmicki, Police Chief of the Newberg-Dundee Police Department, offers an inside look at what it takes to keep Newberg ranked among Oregon’s safest cities. In our conversation, you’ll learn: How Jeff started his career in police work What it’s like being behind the wheel of a patrol car What it was like in the w…

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The Golden Road: William Dalrymple on India’s Global Legacy 44:09

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William Dalrymple is a bestselling historian, award-winning broadcaster, and one of the world’s most dynamic voices on colonial history. In this episode, Ami chats with the legendary India-based Scottish writer about his latest book, The Golden Road: How Ancient India Transformed the World, which argues that India’s intellectual and spiritual contr…

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The Story of the Don’t Give Up Movement - with Amy Wolff 53:47

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Send us a text In this episode, Amy Wolff, founder of the Don’t Give Up Movement, explains how a May 2017 initiative to place 20 encouraging yard signs around Newberg evolved into a global campaign. In our conversation, you will learn: The origin story: what compelled Amy to act on that rainy afternoon The “Science of Hope” framework she outlined i…

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Preventing Child Abuse in Yamhill County - with Juliette's House 50:01

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Send us a text In this episode, Russell Mark, President and CEO of Juliette’s House, shares about the life-changing work happening at Yamhill County’s child abuse intervention center. In our conversation, you’ll learn: What Juliette’s House actually does and how it supports children and families How early intervention can change the trajectory of a…

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Bing Chen Discusses Gold House Legacy 45:42

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Bing Chen is the Executive Chairman, CEO, and Co-founder of Gold House, a leading cultural ecosystem dedicated to empowering Asian Pacific creators and entrepreneurs to drive societal change. A visionary leader in media and diversity, Bing was formerly YouTube’s Global Head of Creator Development and Management, where he played a pivotal role in sh…

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Dr. Sunita Sah Teaches Us How To Say No 58:04

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Dr. Sunita Sah is a leading expert on decision-making, compliance, and ethical influence. A tenured professor at Cornell University, she has spent decades researching why people struggle to say "no" and how they can reclaim their voice. Her groundbreaking work has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and The LA Times, shedd…

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Bringing the Community Together - with Newberg Community Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast 41:04

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Send us a text In this episode, Di Endicott and Peggy Peggy Kilburg share about the Newberg Community Mayor's Prayer Breakfast. During our conversation, you'll learn: The history and origins of the Newberg Mayor's Prayer Breakfast How the prayer breakfast works The importance of prayer in bringing the community together How the event promotes unity…

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Hugh Forrest on SXSW’s Rise, Reinvention, Future and Ode To Austin 39:05

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Hugh Forrest is the President and Chief Programming Officer of South by Southwest (SXSW), one of the world’s leading festivals celebrating music, film, technology, and innovation. A native of Austin, Texas, he has played a pivotal role in shaping the city’s creative and entrepreneurial identity. Joining SXSW in its early days, he leveraged his back…

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Wine That Makes a Difference - with Dobbes and Wine by Joe 46:39

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Send us a text In this episode, Michelle Bolliger with Dobbes Family Winery and Wine by Joe shares how they are using their passion for wine to make a difference in the community. Beyond making great wine, they have created a culture of generosity, supporting both local and national causes and making a meaningful impact. In this episode, you’ll lea…

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Resources for Seniors in Newberg - with John and Karen Roberts 43:56

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Send us a text In this episode, Seniors Real Estate Specialists John and Karen Roberts share some of the many resources available to seniors in the Newberg area. Many elderly seniors in our community face significant challenges, yet often feel isolated, alone, and are unaware of the resources available to them. John and Karen's hope is that no seni…

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Sex, God, and The Brain with Dr. Andrew Newberg 55:42

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Dr. Andrew Newberg is a neuroscientist and pioneer in neurotheology, exploring the relationship between brain function and spiritual experiences. As Director of Research at the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health and a physician at Jefferson University Hospital, he has conducted extensive brain imaging studies on practices like prayer, meditatio…

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Rising from the Ashes - with Jack Maxwell III 1:18:24

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Send us a text In this episode, Jack Maxwell III shares his incredible story of resilience, redemption, and success. From a childhood marked by severe abuse, neglect, and addiction, Jack overcame numerous challenges to become a thriving business owner and a true community champion. Today, he owns a successful insurance agency, serves on multiple no…

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What If It Were You? Dateline's Dan Slepian Discusses The Pathological Failures of America’s Legal System 1:16:47

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Dan Slepian is an Emmy-winning journalist, producer, and storyteller with nearly 30 years at NBC News. Known for his investigative work on Dateline, Dan has exposed injustices, solved cold cases, and helped exonerate the wrongfully convicted. His acclaimed podcast, Letters from Sing Sing, chronicles his 20-year fight to prove the innocence of John …

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Advocating for our Community's Most Vulnerable Children - with Yamhill County CASA 36:44

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Send us a text In this episode, Sarah Johnson, Executive Director of Yamhill County CASA, shares how Court Appointed Special Advocates are making a difference in the lives of abused and neglected children. For many children, navigating the court system can feel overwhelming and lonely, but CASA volunteers provide the stability, advocacy, and hope t…

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Debbie Millman Tells Us Why Design Matters 43:03

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Debbie Millman is a writer, designer, educator, artist, brand consultant and host of the podcast Design Matters.Design Matters is one of the world’s very first podcasts. Broadcasting independently for 19 years, the show is about how the world’s most creative people design the arc of their lives. On top of it all, she has authored 6 books, her lates…

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How Revino's Reusable Wine Bottles are Transforming the Industry - with Keenan O'Hern 59:17

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Send us a text In this episode, Revino co-founder Keenan O’hern shares how Revino is transforming the wine and glass bottle industry nationwide. While most wine bottles end up in the landfill or get melted down and turned into new bottles, Revino has developed a bottle that can be reused up to 50 times. This revolutionary approach is set to help pr…

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Courage, Community, and Cancer: Nasreen Shahi's Unfiltered Journey 27:13

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Nasreen Shahi is a well-known fashion and lifestyle influencer, celebrated for her vibrant online presence and a community of over half a million followers on social media. Through her platform, Hey Nasreen, she shares style inspiration, wellness tips, and personal insights, offering her audience an authentic look into her life. Beyond her role as …

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Improving Political Culture in our Community – with Ron Mock 1:07:22

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Send us a text Ron Mock from The Civility Project shares how we can improve the political culture in our communities and the importance of treating each other with respect during election season. In this episode, Ron shares: The importance of civility in local elections Insights from the local candidate forums in Newberg and Dundee How disagreement…

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Chasing Hope: A Reporter's Life - with Nicholas Kristof 1:02:10

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Send us a text A two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author of multiple books, Nicholas Kristof has spent the last 40 years with The New York Times exposing global injustices and writing about situations many people find uncomfortable to even discuss. Nicholas grew up in Yamhill, Oregon, on a sheep and cherry farm just a few miles from N…

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Davy Gardner Leads Tribeca Audio 53:00

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Davy Gardner started his career as an audio writer and creator whose work can be found on networks like Radiotopia, Wondery, and Audible, among others. He has won multiple awards and honors valuing his work as a writer in various genres such as comedy and audio drama. He was a playwright and performer for six years at The Upright Citizens Brigade T…

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Preserving, Presenting, and Promoting Newberg's History - with Newberg Area Historical Society 48:17

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Send us a text In this episode, Britta Mansfield shares the importance of preserving, presenting, and promoting history with the Newberg Area Historical Society (NAHS). We also discuss some fun and interesting stories about Newberg, talk about her book, Newberg (Past and Present), and dive into many other related topics. To learn more about Newberg…

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Celebrating 60 Years of Success - with A-dec 52:41

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Send us a text A-dec has long been a major pillar of Newberg's community. In this episode, A-dec's CEO, Marv Nelson, and Head of Communications, Jordan Beanblossom share how A-dec became what it is today, the impact it has had on Newberg and the dental industry, what you can learn from the A-dec way, and some exciting new plans for the future. This…

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Why Treating Each Other Well Matters Now More Than Ever - with Professor Phil Smith 1:08:06

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Send us a text In this episode, George Fox University professor Phil Smith shares the importance of having a solid ethical framework and treating each other with honesty, kindness and respect. Phil has taught ethics and philosophy for over 40 years and has written several books on virtues and ethics. He currently teaches part-time at George Fox Uni…

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Building Safe, Decent, and Affordable Homes - with Habitat for Humanity 44:05

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Send us a text In this episode, Shannon Selah, Executive Director of Newberg's Habitat for Humanity shares how this organization works to provide affordable housing to Newberg. She also shares how Habitat for Humanity works, how they go through the difficult process of selecting families for the building program, and why the work is so important. W…

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JamsBash Are Breakin' On The One 1:11:51

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“So much of what Bash and I do through our work is what we call this Revised Americana…we’ve had such a Euro-Centric what American storytelling is, but how can we change that narrative through the films that we make, through the commercials that we make, through all of the content that we put out there…I think Breakin’ was an opportunity to do that…

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Investing in Newberg's Future - with Embold Credit Union 38:37

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Send us a text When Embold Credit Union came to Newberg at the end of 2023, they immediately began finding ways to get involved, contribute to local nonprofits, and support the community. In this episode, CEO Aaron Goff shares why he believes investing in communities is so important. He also shares Embold's origin story, how credit unions differ fr…

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Rianjali Is Mild Mannered And Timid 1:19:52

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Rianjali is an award-winning, NYC-born, Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter/composer. Previously working as a former domestic violence and teacher, Rianjali found her “pinch me moment” when Oscar award-winning musician A.R. Rahman invited her to work with him And she hasn’t looked back. From composing music for hit shows on Amazon Prime and Netflix…

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Keeping Children Safe and Families Together - with Safe Families for Children 55:37

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Send us a text Safe Families for Children hosts vulnerable children and creates extended family-like support for families through a community of devoted volunteers who are motivated by compassion to keep children safe and families together. -Safe Families Mission Statement In this episode Deana Vanden Hoek, a Family Coach Supervisor with Safe Famil…

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DCI's Story of Resilience and Tenacity - with Tim Murphy 47:27

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Send us a text In April 2022, a fire destroyed one of DCI's main parts and assembly buildings. As one of the largest dental equipment suppliers in the world—and one of Newberg's largest employers—the results could have been catastrophic. But instead, what happened was nothing short of a miracle. In this episode, Senior Vice President Tim Murphy sha…

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Bill Teck On The Trail Of Stevie Van Zandt 43:20

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Welcome to the first special episode where I will be interviewing trailblazers from all backgrounds. Because let's face it, being Tuckered Out is universal. Bill Teck is a writer, producer, director, and the founder of the Generation ñ Media brand. His films include One Day Since Yesterday: Peter Bogdanovich & the Lost American Film (2014). A Cuban…

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An Honest Conversation About Foster Care - with REACH Northwest 58:37

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Send us a text REACH Northwest "mobilizes community to support & equip children and families impacted by foster care with programs, resources, and tools to help them thrive." In this episode, Executive Director Shirley Turner shares the importance of coming together as a community to support foster families. She also shares the story of how REACH N…

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Anjali Virmani Talks Time Out 44:15

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Anjali Virmani is the Global Head of Creative Solutions at Time Out Media. Shuttling between 10 global offices with a brief of 333 cities, she crafts and implements the Time Out global brand story, strategy, and identity, building bridges between the Time Out brand and its consumers globally. Anjali’s passion for diversity, uniting, and empowering …

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Providing Excellent Healthcare in a Changing World - with Providence Newberg 1:04:30

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Send us a text In this episode, we explore how the Providence Newberg Medical Center and the Providence Newberg Health Foundation work together to provide excellent healthcare for the Newberg Community. Dr. Amy Schmitt, Chief Medical Officer and Interim CEO at Providence Newberg Medical Center, and Doug Cain, Executive Director of the Providence Ne…

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Utkarsh and Kaly: Blazing The Trail for South Asian Rappers 47:15

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Utkarsh Ambudkar, aka UTK, is an actor, rapper, and singer and is featured in the CBS hit show Ghosts. He is also known for his roles in Pitch Perfect, The Mindy Project, and Never Have I Ever. Kaly, aka Kunal Patel, is a highly-respected rapper who has collaborated with artists such as Indian musical composer and Oscar winner A.R. Rahman. As a sid…

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How Ewing Young Changed Oregon’s History - with Doug Root 1:22:15

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Send us a text Ewing Young played an instrumental role in Oregon's—and specifically Newberg's—formation. In this episode, Doug Root, co-founder of Ewing Young Distillery in Newberg, shares Ewing Young's family history and the story of how he came to Oregon. In this fascinating and engaging story, you'll learn how Ewing Young time and again used his…

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Maryanne J.George is Celebrating Life, Music, and Motherhood 23:43

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Maryanne J. George is a Grammy Award-winning artist and a clinical mental health therapist. With five Grammy wins and nine nominations attributed to her collaborations with Maverick City Music, her impact on the music industry is undeniable. Together with Maverick City Music, she has helped redefine the boundaries of contemporary Christian music (C…

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Why Newberg is Oregon Wine Country's Premier Tourist Destination - with Taste Newberg 45:05

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Send us a text In this episode, Leigh Jensen, Executive Director of Taste Newberg, shares what makes Newberg such a great spot to visit. Taste Newberg is Newberg’s Destination Marketing Organization, and it helps use tourists' dollars to benefit our town. In this episode you'll learn about the role of Taste Newberg, how it benefits the community, a…

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Reaching Young People Where They Are At - with Young Life 52:31

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Send us a text In this episode, Young Life Area Director Michael Rilee shares how Young Life reaches young people where they are at and helps them grow in their relationship with Jesus. Michael also shares about the unique challenges of being a Christian organization that reaches young people who often don't share the same beliefs. To learn more ab…

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Zarrar Khan is Shining A Fresh Light on Pakistan 43:26

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Zarrar Khan is an award-winning Pakistani-Canadian filmmaker. Born in Karachi and currently based out of Toronto, Zahra’s works have been screened and awarded in over 100 festivals, including TIFF, Bocarno, and BFI London. In Flames, his genre-bending feature directorial debut, premiered at the 76th Cannes Film Festival as part of the Director's Fo…

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Anu Seghal and Priya Krishna Discuss Culture and Cooking 43:04

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Anu Seghal is a children's author and the founder of The Culture Tree, a cultural literacy and language education company that celebrates South Asian culture. Priya Krishna is a food reporter and video host for the New York Times and the best-selling author of multiple cookbooks, including Indian-Ish and Cooking at Home. Her latest book is Priya's …

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There's No Shame in Asking - with Newberg Buy Nothing 44:45

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Send us a text In this episode, Winter Skyberg shares about the Buy Nothing groups in Newberg. The Buy Nothing project is a way for people to give and receive, share, lend, and express gratitude through the "gift economy", where true wealth is the web of connections formed between people who are real-life neighbors. At first, Buy Nothing may look l…

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Rochelle Pinto Is Taking Vogue India Into A New Era 51:27

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Rochelle Pinto is the head of editorial content for Vogue India. She has had quite a career and is exactly how you think a Vogue head would be-poised, intelligent, well-spoken, beautiful, and as a bonus, she’s totally down to earth. In case you were also wondering if she does gets to work with and receive advice from Anna Wintour, the answer is yes…

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The Story of Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center - with Stefanny Caballero 56:18

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Send us a text In this episode, Stefanny Caballero, Executive Director of the Virginia Garcia Memorial Foundation, will share the story of Virginia Garcia. We will also learn about how the health center got started, who it serves, and the critical role it plays in our community. Stefanny will also share about an upcoming expansion that will allow t…

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Michael Maliakel and Sonya Balsara: Breaking Barriers on Broadway 54:53

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We're going to Broadway! Today, I am talking with the two South Asian leads in a very beloved Broadway show: Michael Maliakel and Sonya Balsara, who play Aladdin and Jasmine in Disney's Aladdin on Broadway. Michael made his Broadway debut with Aladdin in September 2021. He has had theater experience, including being part of the national tour of the…

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Rohit Bhargava Discusses The Non-Obvious 52:41

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In honor of SXSW coming up next week, I wanted to share a previous episode with one of the keynote speakers for the conference! Rohit Bhargava is the Founder and Chief Trend Curator of the Non-Obvious Company and is widely considered one of the most entertaining and original speakers on trends and marketing in the world. Rohit believes the world ne…

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The Austin Family Legacy - with Ken Austin III and Loni Parrish 1:24:56

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Send us a text In this episode, Ken Austin III and Loni Parrish share the story of their parents, Ken and Joan Austin. Ken and Joan founded the dental equipment company A-dec, which is now the largest employer in Yamhill County, and were also behind the Allison Inn and Spa, which is now the number one hotel in Oregon. Ken and Joan were also well kn…

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Kavita Mehra Is Changing Conversations On Gender-Based Violence 48:01

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Kavita Mehta is a a non-profit leader with 20 years of service and a deep commitment to fostering cultural change, organizational transformation, and movement building. Kavita is the Executive Director for Sahki for South Asian Women, a survivor-led gender justice organization whose goal is to eradicate gender-based and domestic violence. Sakhi is …

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Akruti Babaria Is Bringing Indian Kulture To Our Kids 44:30

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When I met my next guest for the first time after getting to know her on social media, I felt like I’d known her forever. Akruti Babaria is the founder of Kulture Khazana , a business is dedicated to sharing Indian culture with children through educational and play activities. Her story began in 2018 after the birth of her son, Ayaan. When Akruti r…

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The Story of Provoking Hope - with Diane Reynolds 51:54

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Send us a text In this episode, Diane Reynolds shares the origin story of Provoking Hope, an organization that Diane founded in Yamhill County that helps individuals and families dealing with addiction through peer-based support and mentors. You’ll also learn how Diane’s life and career took some unexpected turns that led her to where she is today,…