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Pod-ing in Circles — And Somehow Catching Up
Season 1, Episode 55 — March 9, 2026
14:18
This week’s episode moves in circles — intentionally. From recognition deadlines to food security efforts and federal SNAP policy updates, each story reflects how small decisions travel outward through programs, partnerships, and communities before eventually circling back again. The throughline is connection: between policy and people, effort and opportunity, and the steady systems that keep support moving.
Bethany returns from a week at sea with a cautionary tale about sunscreen and sunburned feet, setting a playful tone before the episode turns to the work at hand. From statewide food drive efforts to national leadership representation and evolving SNAP guidance, the message is simple: the work doesn’t move in straight lines. It loops through decisions, partnerships, and people — and when the circle turns again, we’re right where we need to be to keep it moving.
Deadline: ODHS (5:39)
Today, March 9, is the final day to submit nominations for the 2026 Ambassadors of Public Service
FACT of the Week (6:31)
Federal law changes SNAP work requirements for some Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs)
Deadlines & Headlines Round-Up (9:48)
Governor’s State Employees Food Drive continues through March
Director Liesl Wendt appointed to APHSA Leadership Council
Writer’s Round-Up: “The Circle Game — Seuss Edition” (12:09)
Credits Hosts: Dr. Bethany Grace Howe, Communications, and Shenika, Community Partnership Coordinator, District 10 Produced by: Dr. Bethany Grace Howe
Contact: [email protected]
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By Oregon Department of Human ServicesSeason 1, Episode 55 — March 9, 2026
14:18
This week’s episode moves in circles — intentionally. From recognition deadlines to food security efforts and federal SNAP policy updates, each story reflects how small decisions travel outward through programs, partnerships, and communities before eventually circling back again. The throughline is connection: between policy and people, effort and opportunity, and the steady systems that keep support moving.
Bethany returns from a week at sea with a cautionary tale about sunscreen and sunburned feet, setting a playful tone before the episode turns to the work at hand. From statewide food drive efforts to national leadership representation and evolving SNAP guidance, the message is simple: the work doesn’t move in straight lines. It loops through decisions, partnerships, and people — and when the circle turns again, we’re right where we need to be to keep it moving.
Deadline: ODHS (5:39)
Today, March 9, is the final day to submit nominations for the 2026 Ambassadors of Public Service
FACT of the Week (6:31)
Federal law changes SNAP work requirements for some Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs)
Deadlines & Headlines Round-Up (9:48)
Governor’s State Employees Food Drive continues through March
Director Liesl Wendt appointed to APHSA Leadership Council
Writer’s Round-Up: “The Circle Game — Seuss Edition” (12:09)
Credits Hosts: Dr. Bethany Grace Howe, Communications, and Shenika, Community Partnership Coordinator, District 10 Produced by: Dr. Bethany Grace Howe
Contact: [email protected]