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In which we learn that Oregon has a history of treating the mentally ill as less than human, even in death. Featuring excerpts from “One Flew Over The Cukoo’s Nest,” by Ken Kesey. Come to our “One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest” 50th Anniversary Party on September 16th, 2012 at Mississippi Studios! “The Eggs!” podcast about the1942 poisoning at the Oregon State Hospital for the Insane is right here. And be sure to examine David Maisel’s beautiful photos of the cremains right here.  

In which we learn that just beneath Portland’s surface lies a world of, well, lies. Until you prove otherwise! Featuring historians Finn John and Barney Blalock. And be sure to come see our LIVE Event: Shanghaied in Portland!! at The Jack London Bar on Tuesday, 8/21/2012 at 7:30pm. Part 1 of the two part series can be found here.

In which we learn that if you wanted to live the life of the sea, rather unexpectedly, Portland was THE place to fall asleep. Featuring an interview with Wicked Portland author Finn John.

Two (count them: 2) Kick Ass Oregon History episodes drop within the next month on Shanghaied in Portland!! To get you in the mood here is the sermon delivered by Dr. Edgar P. Hill on the subject of Shanghaiing in PDX in 1900. Shanghaied in Portland 1 drops on or around 8/1, with Part 2 to follow on 8/15.

In which we learn that all in the name of LIBERTY some mean-ass Oregonians have worked hard not to remain guests of the state. Plus tips from the pros to keep you free! Be sure to check out our LIVE show on July 17th, 2012  at The Jack London Bar at 7:30pm. We will have cake, with a file baked into it, and I will introduce you to my “Prison Wife,” Andy Lindberg.

In which we learn that the price of the search for Bigfoot is sanity. With Chad Torrey and Melissa The Intern. Sponsored by the Jack London Bar. You can see photos of the expedition here. A picture of the Carved Stone Head at the Maryhill Museum of Art is right here. Listen to Bigfoots in Oregon Part One.

In which we learn that Bigfoot is the smelly, elusive messiah of Oregon’s green, hopeful heart.   And don’t forget to join us on June 19th at 7:30pm for “Bigfoots in Oregon” LIVE at The Jack London Bar! Part Two of the Bigfoots in Oregon podcast series is here.

In which we learn never to give alcohol to a bus. Live at the Jack London Bar. Photos of the event are HERE. Thanks to Heather from Dorkface Media for the Original Humanity on Wheels poster design used for this podcast episode.   http://dorkfacemedia.com/

In which we learn that to “occupy” is not a new verb. Sponsored by 5th Ave Cinema.

In which we learn that pet cemeteries make great date locations.  Is the “Balch House” THE Balch House? Melissa The Intern speaks! And Much More!