DeAngeloa Wells and Jake Wise discuss Portland General Electric's diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts and how those efforts are attracting a workforce of individuals from different backgrounds and experiences, with different styles, approaches and ways of looking at things.

They also discuss skydiving, talk show hosts, and Notary Sojac.

Host: Kent Wyatt, Communications Manager

Kevin Robinson and Michelle Cooper get you ready for the Tigard Little League season. After losing much of last season to COVID, Tigard Little League leaders and volunteers worked diligently to ensure a safe and fun season in 2021.

They also discuss the challenges of coaching their own children, Mayor Snider's pitching ability, and their favorite MLB team.

Host: Kent Wyatt, Communications Manager

Dr. Andrew Henderson gives you a behind the scenes look at opening a new business during COVID-19. The Smile Lounge opened in 2021 to provide dental services to the Tigard community.

You'll also learn about their partnership with the Shadow Project.  The Shadow Project creates sensory spaces in local schools and sends out sensory kits to kids in our community. 

Host: Kent Wyatt, Communications Manager

Kaitlyn Leaf, Recreation Coordinator, shares the latest from recreation including the Cook Park Virtual 5K, Fitness Walk on the Fanno Creek Trail, and virtual Egg Hunt. She also shares how you can influence future recreation programming. 

You will also learn about Kaitlyn's career path, favorite park, and impressive dodgeball skills.

Song for Your Playlist: Parks & Recreation theme song

Host: Kent Wyatt, Communications Manager

Tom Briggs and Cleon Cox discuss the 40-year history of Toastmasters in Tigard. They also provide tips for public speaking and giving meaningful evaluations. 

Host: Kent Wyatt, Communications Manager

Danny Rauda talks about his work as the Social Justice Coordinator for St. Anthony's Church, including bringing awareness to Human Trafficking Awareness Month. 

He also shares why he applied for the Public Safety Advisory Board (PSAB) and the early work of the PSAB.

Theme music: "I've Got Sunshine" by The Temptations

Host: Kent Wyatt, Communications Manager

Jeanne Peloquin, Tigard Library and Kate Ristau, Tigard Library Board member, discuss the current services offered by the library, development of the Library's strategic plan, and ways that you can share your input.

They also discuss the bookmobile, card catalog, Dewey Decimal System, and Mt. Rushmore of books.

Carla Staedter, City of Tigard Project Coordinator, discusses the importance of stormwater management in addressing erosion, water quality, and flooding. She describes how the stormwater fee allows the city to address these three areas.

She also talks about restoring 'Drain-o' Creek' to Fanno Creek, responding to beaver concerns, picking up after your pooch, and rooting for the Packers.

Host: Kent Wyatt, Communications Manager

Eduardo Ramos, host of the En Contacto podcast, discusses the:

* origins of the En Contacto podcast

* minimal costs of podcasting

* ways to measure success of a podcast 

* process for selecting guests

Eduardo also reveals exclusive details about the BureauCat and what's ahead for 2021.

Host: Kent Wyatt, Communications Manager

Michael Holton, former NBA player and current Trail Blazer radio announcer, discusses raising a family in Tigard, preparing for Blazer broadcasts, playing with Michael Jordan, and giving back to the community.

Host: Kent Wyatt, Communications Manager