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In which we learn that to “occupy” is not a new verb.

Special thanks to Professor David Horowitz.

This episode was broadcast on KXRY 5/5/2014. It was first produced 5/3/2012.

In which we learn that Oregon’s clock points to 4:20 all day long. Thanks to Misters A-Z for their generous participation.

This podcast was broadcast on KXRY 4/21/2014. It was first produced 4/17/2013.

In which we learn that bearded, plaid-clad Oregonians have always loved a good cocktail. With Eastside Distilling’s Cari Carter and Joe Streckert.

This podcast appeared on KXRY April 14, 2014. It was first produced July 18, 2013.

In which we learn of A Day Called X.

In 1957 CBS showed a documentary by Canadian filmmaker Harry Rasky about Civil Defense in PDX. Narrated by actor Glen Ford, if featured, amongst other things a look into Portland’s Doomsday Bunker beneath the soils of Rocky Butte.

Featuring an interview with former Portland Mayor Sam Adams.

This episode was broadcast on KXRY 4/7/2014. It was first produced 9/13/2011.

In which we learn that Portland’s ambitious Civil Defense program  “Operation Green Light” tried to evacuate ALL of Portland’s Downtown to the suburbs. FAST.

Featuring an interview with former Portland Mayor Sam Adams!

This episode was broadcast on KXRY 4/7/2014. It was originally produced 8/25/2011.

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.

This episode was broadcast on KXRY 3/31/2014. It was originally produced 7/15/2012.

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.

This episode was broadcast on KXRY 3/31/2014. It was originally produced 7/4/2012.

In which we learn that being naked and shaking your money maker can mean whatever you want it to, according to the Oregon constitution.

This episode was broadcast on KXRY on 3/24/2014. It was originally produced 10/1/2012

In which we learn that there be gold in them thar hills, and parks, and streets, and maybe your own backyard.

This episode was broadcast on KXRY 3/24/2014. It was originally produced 6/16/2011.

For our first episode on KXRY 91.1 FM, we revisit our VERY FIRST podcast about that one time Roseburg blowed up.

This episode first aired on KXRY 3/17/2014. It was first produced on 2/27/2011.

Kick Ass Oregon History airs each Monday at 11AM. Often a second episode will begin at 11:30AM (depending on the length of episodes presented).