Source Weekly editor Nicole Vulcan converses with musician, sound healer and children's book author Kevin Kraft. The Soundshala founder & sounder talks about what got him into 'sound healing' and describes exactly what a 'sound bath' is. Listen to learn more about mindfulness and sound therapy.

This episode features host Brian Yaeger along with Jeff Cornett and Emily Richmond of Three Creeks Brewing in Sisters. Crack your own can of Conelick'r Fresh Hop IPA (brewed with ultra-fresh Centennial hops) and drink alongside as Brian and his guests talk about the brewery's 15 years of brewing and hosting the Sisters Fresh Hop Festival on September 23.

An intimate conversation between Source Weekly Publisher Aaron Switzer and Musician Faisal Abu-Nawwas. Faisal grew up in the PNW and has been performing since he was a youngster. Hear stories from his early days and what happens in his head when he performs. Get to know Faisal a little better in the podcast then catch his deep, rich vocals as he performs in venues throughout Central Oregon.

Grand Craft Beer Episode 4 dives into the nearly-invisible yet highly-incredible world of Flanders Brown Ales, aka Oud Bruins, the 17th century style of Belgian sour beer that, thanks to breweries like Deschutes, are still around...if you know where to look. Podcasters Brian Yaeger and Donna Britt explore a vertical tasting of The Dissident from 2023, 2019, and 2015."

Source Weekly Publisher Aaron Switzer chats with Emerson Levy, freshman Oregon House of Representative for District 53, about the new Alyssa's Law which includes funding for all Oregon schools to install panic alarm systems to alert first responders to all types of emergencies to keep schools safer. Levy also talks about feedback from her District 53 constituents and about a trip to Denmark to learn more about renewable energy resources.

On this week’s episode of Grand Craft Beer, Bend’s premiere beer podcast, we hear from Oblivion Brewing’s founder and brewer Darin Botschy. As Oblivion turns 10, Botschy reflects on the first decade and what we can expect in the next decade. That starts with the upcoming Oblivion Pour House so Bendites in Southeast Bend will get the freshest Oblivion Blonde possible, all while keeping the tasting room running at the production brewery in the Northeast Brewers District where Oblivion will be one of five breweries hosting Radler Fest on Saturday, September 9.

Happiness expert Anthony Poponi is the CEO and founder of Focus on the 40. He's an expert in positive psychology and in this episode tells how we can create our own path to more joy, fulfillment and success in our workplaces and in our lives. Listen now to learn more about happiness and how you can get more of it!

Born in Oakland, California, Keith Witcosky and his parents moved to Oregon in 1977. After earning his degree from the University of Denver, Witcosky began his career in politics/government in 1993 working for then Mayor Vera Katz in Portland. Since July 2013, he has been serving as the City Manager for Redmond.

As City Manager, he’s responsible for overseeing a 250+ person organization, advancing the goals and implementing the policy set by the City Council while establishing and caretaking the culture of the organization. In this edition of Bend Don't Break, Witcosky talks with Source Weekly Editor Nicole Vulcan about future plans for Redmond, what it means to "keep Redmond, Redmond" and more.

Episode 2 of Grand Craft Beer welcomes Trever Hawman, owner/brewer of Bridge 99 Brewery in NE Bend. We discuss his ascent from homebrewer to nanobrewer to the state of his 15-barrel brewery, as well as being situated in the shadow of 10 Barrel Brewing, newly released by AB-InBev. Speaking of his neighbors, we also announce the creation of Radler Fest, taking place September 9, where all five breweries in Boyd Acres (Bridge 99, Craft Kitchen, Oblivion, Van Henion, and 10 Barrel) will be offering radlers (half beer, half soft drink) for radlers (it's the German word for cyclist) who wish to tackle the 1.5 mile trail that connects them all. If you're a fan of his Tiramisu Porter, you won't want to miss this episode.

In this episode of Bend Don't Break, hear seasoned tourism veteran Patric Douglas talk about his life’s adventures, how he landed in Central Oregon and why he founded The Bend Social Co., of which he is the CEO (Chief Excitement Officer). Douglas has 30+ years of experience traveling the globe and introducing others to amazing adventures including great white shark cage diving and backcountry helicopter tours. Listen to hear about his deep desire to foster a thriving community with newcomers and locals. The Bend Social Co. is a platform where individuals can come together, find their tribe, and forge meaningful connections.