We talk with Nick Caleb, friend of the pod on running interference on many important efforts including environmental challenges, dark money influences in Portland Politics, and why we just can't have nice things unless we really put an end to bullshit.

Kat and Kip discuss current events like going to war, identify politics as a form of silencing, and as usual, what aren't we doing well helping our neighbors struggling most.

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We discuss too many things, but primarily the city council meltdown over housing dollars, how intentions and transparency matters, and potential new features and ideas.

In our 50th (!!!) episode, we welcome Kristofer Brown from People's Depot which provides a daily central place for people to bring their recyclable cans and serves as a hub for community and connection to services. Kristopher brings his personal stories and intentions to the conversation and demonstrates that a little help up and thoughtfulness goes a very long way.

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Kat and Kip discuss various issues including the drawdown in Minneapolis, the role of legal observers in activism, challenges faced in the nonprofit sector, and the formation of the CBPA. They explore themes of accountability, community support, and the complexities of public committee structures, all while sharing personal anecdotes and insights from their experiences.

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A new feature: The Wednesday Kvetch. Kat and Kip and occasional guests will recap events from the previous week as well as top of mind items. And Kvetch a bit. Let us know what you think.

Takeaways

• Inclusivity in halftime shows
• Impact of budget decisions on housing and homelessness
• The need for systemic change and multi-angle advocacy
• Stickbugs

Mike Schmidt, General Counsel for the Urban League of Portland and former Multnomah County DA talks to Kat and Kip about the upcoming Legislative Day of Action in Salem for the Urban League of Portland as well as other important and timely issues. 

Kip and new co-host Kat Mahoney  talk about Progress Portland moving into 2026, a little about Kat's background, and about being rude New Yorkers.

We're back after a long and much needed break! In this episode, Kip and Kat talk with Kristle Delihanty of PDX Saints Love about the org's origins, housing vs. shelter, and the city's fuckery around grant money.

Today is a short episode that sprang from a conversation I had with Kip on July 24, the day after a meeting of PCCEP (Portland Committee on Community-Engaged Policing). PCCEP is a 13-person committee of citizens tasked with monitoring the Portland Police Bureau's implementation of the DOJ Settlement Agreement, which is an important job. 

In June of this year, a man tragically died in police custody. Kip talks about the case, what we know and what is under investigation.