New York Times best-selling author Jon Acuff on his new book Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking  which drops today Tuesday April 6, 2021.  When we don't control our thoughts, our thoughts control us. If our days are full of broken soundtracks, our mind can be our worst enemy, but the solution to overthinking isn't to stop our thoughts, it's to put the needle to the vinyl of improved soundtracks. Support The Portland Podcast by visiting http://pdxpodcast.com/ & rating on Apple Podcasts.  Support the show

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Zhou Fang is the founder of Intersectional Group, an EDI practice based in Portland, OR. Zhou's multilingual and multicultural background helps her assist leaders and teams to navigate the complex and layered Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion space.

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The Dutch-born painter was considered one of the finest artists ever to work in the Pacific Northwest. Rest in peace, Hank. 

 
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Today's guest is comedian Ricky Velez whose debut comedy special 'Here's Everything' is now available on HBO Max. Pete Davidson & Judd Apatow are executive producers of the special. Michael Bonfiglio directs. Ricky acted in & co-produced last years hit comedy 'The King of Staten Island' with Judd Apatow and is currently working with Judd on a new top-secret project... of which we'll learn nothing about today! Support The Portland Podcast by rating on Apple Podcasts. Visit us at http://pdxpodcast.com/. Support the show

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Zakk Wylde is the founder, guitarist, and lead singer of the heavy metal band band Black Label Society who you can catch this Friday, October 8 at the Roseland Theater in Portland. The group’s new full length album 'Doom Crew Inc' drops appropriately enough on Black Friday of this year. The record is a tribute to the BLS road crew and a salute to band’s loyal legion of fans.  Zakk’s also featured on Ozzy Osbourne’s forthcoming record and will be touring with the rock legend in 2022 to support the of the album. Music used under license. Support The Portland Podcast by rating on Apple Podcasts. Visit us at http://pdxpodcast.com/. Support the show

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