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KAOH 11.2: Quarantine! from 2020-03-25T01:17:32
In which we learn that Portlanders just can’t seem to stay inside, even when it might kill grandma and grandpa. A big thank you to Oregon State University’s Professor Chris Nichols for ...
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KAOH 11.1: My Own Private Old Portland from 2019-11-17T18:28:09
In which we learn that everyone can enjoy complaining about everyone else. A big thank you to true-crime historian JB Fisher and Dead Memories Portland‘s Kevin-Michael Moore for their thought...
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KAOH Book Club: Echo of Distant Water from 2019-09-22T21:53:15
In which we learn that the darkness of Oregon’s winter can hide many sins. You can buy JB Fisher’s book HERE.
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KAOH Special: Sometimes a Great Notion Movie Road Tour from 2018-09-03T02:38:49
In which we learn that no amount of crummy Washington beer will bring back old-timey Oregon.
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KAOH Special Report: Paint Your Wagon at 50 from 2017-11-10T09:01:45
In which we learn that the view is the best part of the movie. A HUGE THANK YOU to this podcast’s sponsors – Oregon Film, Dogwood Distilling, pFriem Beer, Trailhead Coffee, and the Geiser Grand Hot...
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KAOH Halloween Special: Dave Campell, Kell’s Ghost from 2017-10-27T03:36:17
In which we learn that Portland celebrity ghosts can haunt where ever they fucking well choose.
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KAOH 10.8 Kenton from 2017-10-17T08:00:23
In which we learn that Benson Bubblers are a great place to stash cash.
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KAOH 10.7 The Tillamook Guerrillas from 2017-09-10T15:37:14
In which we learn that guy with the gun rack in his pick up is just keeping us safe from invasion.
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KAOH 10.6: Book Club- Murder and Scandal in Prohibition Portland from 2017-07-12T08:45:41
In which we learn that running a city is a dirty business.
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KAOH 10.5: Tom Kay Part 2- Oswald West’s Bitch from 2017-06-09T01:06:46
In which we learn that the rewards of a life given in service to the people of Oregon is Washington prunes.
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KAOH 10.4: Tom Kay Part One- Mayor Harry Lane’s Bitch from 2017-05-19T05:21:30
In which we learn that justice is a bitch.
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Kick Ass Oregon History’s Historic Portland Rock and Roll Walking Tour from 2017-04-02T06:00:07
In which we learn that Louie Louie really does have swears in it!
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KAOH 10.3 Book Club with Peter Boag from 2016-12-20T15:32:04
You can find Professor Boag’s book, Same-Sex Affairs: Constructing and Controlling Homosexuality in the Pacific Northwest right HERE! (We like to support local booksellers, but Powells was ou...
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KAOH 10.2: The Whitman Deal from 2016-11-29T14:34:42
In which we learn that words have power. Be sure to click over to the history page for the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation. And be sure to stop on in to the Tamástslikt Cultu...
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KAOH 10.1 The Beaver Police State from 2016-10-03T14:36:50
Real title: The Beaver Police State. Thanks to the City Club of Portland and the National Law Enforcement Museum for some of the audio in this episode. Here is a photo of the City Marshal Ordinance...
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KAOH: The Dalles Salad Bar from 2016-04-13T13:02
In which we learn that healthy eating can be bad for your health. A big thank you to Les Zaitz, The Dalles Mayor Stephen Lawrence, Dave Lutgins of Dave’s Hometown Pizza, Dave of Dave Knows Po...
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KAOH Book Club- The Legend of Polybius from 2016-03-21T08:01:42
In which we learn that Portland was once full of ignorant young people easily duped by flashy technology and artifice.
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KAOH: Tusko’s Merry Christmas from 2015-12-22T09:17:49
In which we learn that being the biggest one at the table doesn't mean you get to carve the turkey.
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KAOH Halloween Special: Ouija Boards from 2015-10-26T09:15:29
In which we learn that spirits are very excited about spelling.
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KAOH 9.9: Book Club- Oregon Bigfoot Highway from 2015-06-28T10:28:23
In which we learn that next time you're in the tubs at Breitenbush you might just be chillin' with Bigfoot.
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KAOH 9.8: Sims Treasure from 2015-06-15T08:01:51
In which we learn that, when looking for Portland treasure, sometimes you gotta get outta town.
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KAOH 9.7: Golden Beavers from 2015-06-05T08:00:08
In which we learn that Oregon gold is pure, dude.
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KAOH 9.6: Book Club- Behind the Badge in River City from 2015-04-27T08:25:41
In which we learn that Portland has been a bad little town for quite some time. You can find the book here, or visit Powells or another local bookstore to purchase a copy. The Murder by Experts pod...
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KAOH 9.5: Cows! from 2015-04-01T08:01:16
In which we learn that backyard beasties have been a Portland problem from time immemorial.
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KAOH 9.4: Pi(e) Day from 2015-03-14T08:01:18
In which we learn that Portland is not really known for its pi/e.
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KAOH 9.3: OreGasm 4- Full on Beaver from 2015-02-14T09:01:15
In which we take a close look at Oregon's beaver.
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KAOH 9.2: Summer Road Trip 2014- The Alvord from 2015-02-09T09:01:13
In which we learn, in our final podcast from our Summer Road Trip, that Oregon is a big place to call home. The beat quote in the series is from Kerouac’s On The Road.
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KAOH 9.1: Summer Road Trip 2014- McDermitt from 2015-01-19T09:11:45
In which we learn that being in the middle of nowhere doesn't mean you don't have history.
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KAOH 9.0: Summer Road Trip 2014: Following Friedman from 2015-01-05T09:01:22
In which we use a 40 year-old guidebook to guide us through SE Oregon. Thanks to Matt Love, The Burger Barons, Hamley’s, the folks at Ore-Ida, Mr. Patel at Ontario’s Motel 6 and ...
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KAOH 8.9: Christmas in Silver Lake from 2014-12-19T15:48:18
In which we learn that your Christmas is fucking great, no matter what you think.
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KAOH 8.8: Book Club- Portland: A Food Biography from 2014-12-08T09:09:39
In which we learn, unsurprisingly, that biscuits & gravy are delicious. Featuring an interview with Portland: A Food Biography author Heather Arndt-Anderson.
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KAOH 8.7: Book Club- Portland on the Take from 2014-12-01T09:49:25
In which we learn that Portland has been a naughty little town for quite some time. Featuring an interview with Portland on the Take authors JD Chandler and JB Fisher.
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KAOH 8.6: Summer Road Trip 2014- Jean Baptiste Charbonneau from 2014-11-10T14:11:06
In which we learn that being born on the way to Oregon and (probably) dying in Oregon doesn't guarantee a good gravesite.
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KAOH 8.5: Summer Road Trip 2014- Copperfield from 2014-10-20T08:30:41
In which we learn that almost being in Idaho does not exempt one from the long arm of the Os.
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KAOH 8.4: Summer Road Trip 2014- Fly On The Wall from 2014-10-06T16:02:21
In which we learn what it was like to be stuck in the car with Doug , Andy, Max, and Malee.
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KAOH 8.3: Book Club- “Astoria” by Peter Stark from 2014-09-15T19:00:56
In which we discuss with author Peter Stark, his book “ASTORIA: John Jacob Astor and Thomas Jefferson’s Lost Pacific Empire” You can read about Peter Stark at his website peterstarkauth...
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KAOH 8.2: Barney Blalock from 2014-06-30T18:00:20
In which we learn to support your local historian and author.
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KAOH 8.1: The BFB from 2014-06-16T18:00:01
In which we learn that size matters, but proof is harder to come by.
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KAOH 8.0: Erickson’s Now from 2014-03-11T03:12:53
In which we learn that being historic doesn't count for shit in today's economy.
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KAOH: ORE-Gasm 3 from 2014-02-14T09:01:44
In which we celebrate Oregon's birthday in the only way we know- an Ore-Gasm.
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KAOH 7.8: Oregon’s Beats from 2014-02-01T09:01:50
In which we learn that Oregon was more than just a place to pass through whilst On The Road.
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KAOH 7.7: Oswald West Was An Asshole from 2014-01-22T09:02:17
In which we learn that arguably Oregon's greatest governor was arguably an asshole.
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KAOH 7.6: Oregon’s Greatest Day from 2013-12-09T09:01:14
In which we learn that an NBA Championship is a terrible thing to waste.
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KAOH 7.5 DB Cooper Exhibit Field Trip! from 2013-11-11T09:01:39
In which Resident Historian Doug Kenck-Crispin gets a guided tour of the Washington State History Museum's new Cooper exhibit.
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KAOH Fort Vancouver Part 3 from 2013-10-29T19:52:30
In which we learn the end of the beginning.
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KAOH 7.4: Crater Lake Is Closed from 2013-10-08T01:18:46
In which we learn that doom and loss are always a possibility on any school field trip.
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KAOH Fort Vancouver Part 2 from 2013-09-26T21:30:31
In which we learn that The 1% gets better grub, even at Fort Vancouver.
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KAOH: Fort Vancouver Part 1 from 2013-09-17T23:53:15
In which we learn that Oregon’s Daddy had a temper.
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KAOH 7.3: The Tillamook Burn from 2013-08-29T23:39:58
In which we learn the story of an Oregon forest, burned down before it could be cut down. (But that’ll happen, too.) “Tillamook Burn Haiku” by William Reagan. Here is a picture of...
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KAOH 7.2: Old Timey Bars from 2013-07-18T13:35:09
In which we learn that bearded, plaid-clad Oregonians have always loved a good cocktail. With Eastside Distilling’s Cari Carter and Joe Streckert. Be sure to join us on our Old Timey Bar Kick...
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KAOH 7.1: Enemy Attack! from 2013-07-04T08:01:31
In which we learn that keeping Oregon green once meant keeping it from being bombed. This podcast is sponsored by Pixel Party! Listen about Japanese Balloon Bombs here, and Oregon’s First Chr...
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KAOH 6.9: The Great Flood of 1894 from 2013-06-10T08:01:20
In which we learn that Portland has always been a wet place. But some years are more wet than others. And just because of awesome…
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KAOH 6.8: Volcanoes! from 2013-05-18T08:02:11
In which we learn that when it comes to volcanic boom for your buck, Washington’s Mt. St. Helens has nothing against Oregon’s Mt. Mazama! Thanks to Dr. Scott Burns of PSU’s Geolog...
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KAOH 6.7: Safe Crackin’ from 2013-05-07T00:14:54
In which we learn that to get the gold you’ve got to be a good yegg.
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KAOH 6.6: The History of Marijuana in Oregon from 2013-04-17T08:01:58
In which we learn that Oregon’s clock points to 4:20 all day long.
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KABH 6.5: The Great Molasses Flood from 2013-04-01T08:01:25
In which we learn that we Bostonians have a sticky past! Special thanks to Stephen Puleo and William Regan, Deb Beresford and the voice of Kick Ass Boston History, Emily Ross-Johnson! Today’s...
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KAOH 6.4: Tom McCall- Environmental Governor from 2013-03-14T23:13:50
In which we learn that the “Green Governor” was focused on a green that doesn’t grow on trees, or rather comes from halting the growth of trees. Be SURE to join us at Tom McCall&#...
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KAOH 6.3: Tom McCall War Hawk! from 2013-02-28T01:11:11
In which we begin to celebrate Tom McCall’s 100th birthday by examining his hawkish attitudes toward the war in Vietnam. Be SURE to join us at Tom McCall’s 100th Birthday party at The J...
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KAOH ORe-Gasm2! from 2013-02-14T09:33:33
In which we dig up an old Portland tale for Oregon’s birthday. And check out Sue Vorenberg’s Columbian article on the closing of Pearson Air Museum here. Be sure to join us on February ...
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KAOH 6.2 The Willamette Meteorite from 2013-02-02T22:46:58
In which we learn that finders are not necessarily keepers, at least when it comes to giant outer space rocks.
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KAOH 6.1: King of the Desert from 2013-01-16T23:59:41
In which we learn that one sock and 500 sheep can grow into an empire.
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KAOH Danford Balch LIVE! from 2013-01-03T21:45:42
In which we learn even MORE about the murderer Danford Balch. Recorded live at the Jack London Bar. Featuring the banjo stylings of Kerry Hallet.
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KAOH 5.9: A Child’s Christmas in (Exploding) Whales from 2012-12-09T09:00:31
In which we learn that dead whales are not welcome to settle in for a long winter’s nap on Oregon beaches, at least as far as the State Highway Division in concerned. Featuring an interview w...
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KAOH5.8: McCall Prison Riot from 2012-11-18T07:00:12
In which we learn that Oregon Governor Tom McCall was a committed champion of prisoner’s rights, yet even he could not prevent riots and deadly escapes from Oregon’s prisons. Find this ...
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KAOH5.7: DB Cooper 41 Years After from 2012-11-01T07:07:24
In which we learn that it takes a village to keep DB Cooper’s legacy alive. Be sure to join us on Saturday, November 17th, 2012 , Kick Ass Oregon History is proud to partner with The Hollywo...
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KAOH5.6: Portland’s Dead Whores from 2012-10-17T16:26:55
In which we learn that neither death nor shitty pizza can prevent Portland’s restless prostitutes from walking the streets of Stumptown. Be sure to join us for our SPECIAL HALLOWEEN EVENT 10/...
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KAOH5.5 Strip Clubs from 2012-10-02T01:35:13
In which we learn that being naked and shaking your money maker can mean whatever you want it to, according to the Oregon constitution. Join us on our 10/17/2012 Historic Strip Club Party Bus Tour!...
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KAOH5.4: The Oregon State Hospital from 2012-09-05T17:20:54
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....
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KAOH5.3: Shanghaied in Portland Part 2- The Bullshittening from 2012-08-15T08:00:17
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 L...
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KAOH 5.2: Shanghaied in Portland!! from 2012-08-05T02:55:49
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.
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KAOH 5.2 Teaser! from 2012-07-26T05:38:30
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 o...
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KAOH5.1: Jailbreaks! from 2012-07-04T08:00:12
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 LIV...
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KAOH 4.9: Bigfoots in Oregon Part Two from 2012-06-15T08:00:35
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...
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KAOH4.8: Bigfoots in Oregon Part One from 2012-06-01T08:01:11
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&#...
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KAOH 4.7: Humanity on Wheels LIVE from 2012-05-15T23:54:04
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 ...
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KAOH 4.6: Park Blocks Riot from 2012-05-03T21:56:14
In which we learn that to “occupy” is not a new verb. Sponsored by 5th Ave Cinema.
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KAOH 4.5: Chinook Chat from 2012-04-17T22:34:54
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!
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KAOH 4.4: The Great Astoria Plague of April 1901 from 2012-04-01T21:54:10
In which we learn that something fishy lurks beneath the surface of Astoria. One of our favorite Ass Kickers posted: Way too stoned to be listening to the Astoria plague episode. We find this to be...
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KAOH 4.3: Mad Max from 2012-03-18T21:49:45
In which we learn that a ticket to ride Tri-Met is a ticket to doom.
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KAOH First Anniversary Issue from 2012-03-01T22:44:23
In which we learn that we’ve had a great time doing shit-tons of history in the past year. Thank you for support and attention. More to come in Year Two!
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KAOH 4.2: ORe-Gasm from 2012-02-13T22:41:03
In which we celebrate Oregon’s birthday by drenching our self in hot, wet, sticky history.
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KAOH 4.1: Dioramas from 2012-02-01T22:38:52
In which we discuss over The Skype Device the KAOH Diorama Contest 2012. With Greg Shine, Miss Demeanor of criminalcrafts.com, and contest winner Darcy Hood.
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KAOH DB Cooper LIVE from 2012-01-17T22:36:48
In which people gather to honor the memory of a man who committed a felony. Featuring Katy Barber, Matt Love, Ancient Portland, Jarad Miles and Oh Darling. We appreciate the help of our assistants ...
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KAOH First Christmas LIVE from 2011-12-25T22:33:53
In which Drunken Santa comes by to ruin everything. Plus we re-hash the last podcast in front of a live audience at the Jack London Bar, beneath the Realto Pool Room in downtown Portland, Oregon! H...
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KAOH 3.8: Oregon’s First Christmas from 2011-12-15T22:31:36
In which 3 Men and A Baby (plus 28 other men, a girl and a dog) eat a lot of elk, get rained on and somehow stay cheery, despite not having the latest toys. Featuring an interview with Tom Wilson o...
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KAOH 3.7: DB Cooper Part Two from 2011-11-15T22:29:16
In which a we wonder what happened to that man named Dan who jumped out of the thing with that stuff. Featuring interviews with Galen Cook, author Geoffrey Gray, and Ayn Sandalo Dietrich of the FBI...
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KAOH 3.6: DB Cooper Part One from 2011-11-01T21:24:01
In which a man named Dan hands a girl a note, drinks a drink, grabs a bag, and jumps off a staircase. Like a boss. Featuring interviews with Galen Cook, author Geoffrey Gray, and Ayn Sandalo Dietri...
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KAOH 3.5: Bears in Portland from 2011-10-13T21:21:32
In which we learn a brief history of angry Ursidae and hirsute humans in the City of Roses. Sponsored by The Eagle.
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KAOH 3.4: The Great Fire from 2011-09-29T21:19:02
In which we learn of the 1873 blaze in downtown PDX. The biggest fire in Portland history. Arson? To this day the answer is unknown.
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KAOH 3.3: Civil Defense Part Two from 2011-09-13T21:16:32
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 ...
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KAOH 3.2: Civil Defense Part One from 2011-08-25T21:13:16
In which we learn of Operation Green Light. In 1955 Portland’s ambitious Civil Defense program initiated “Operation Green Light” and tried to evacuate ALL of Portland’s Down...
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KAOH 3.1: Vortex 1 from 2011-08-12T21:08:34
In which we learn the incredible tale of how Republican Oregon Governor Tom McCall averted violence and doom by holding a state-sponsored Hippie Rock Festival at McIver Park in rural Clackamas Coun...
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KAOH Chinatown Episode 4 from 2011-07-31T21:04:20
In which we learn that you should be afraid of the Po-po in PDX’s Chinatown.
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KAOH Chinatown Episode 3 from 2011-07-16T21:00:25
In which we learn that, in Portland’s Chinatown, if you want to kiss a Wookie, that can be arranged.
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KAOH Chinatown Episode 2 from 2011-07-08T20:58:08
In which we learn that the possibility of successfully navigating Chinatown is approximately 3,720 to 1.
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KAOH Chinatown Episode 1 from 2011-06-30T20:55:55
In which we learn that Portland’s Historic Chinatown was once a hive of scum and villainy.
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KAOH 2.2: Treasures of Oregon from 2011-06-16T20:53:01
In which we learn that there be gold in them thar hills, and parks, and streets, and maybe your own backyard.
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KAOH 2.1: Bobbie The Wonder Dog from 2011-05-26T20:41:32
In which we learn of an intrepid collie who walks 3000 miles to get home to good ol’ Oregon.
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KAOH Vol 1 #4: The Hanging of Danford Balch from 2011-04-20T20:19:17
In which we learn of the first public hanging in Oregon history. Mike posted some well thought out, seemingly Stump apologist feedback to the podcast over on Dave’s site. Well worth a ...
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KAOH Vol 1 #3: Balloon Bombs from 2011-03-25T20:15:06
In which we learn that the Imperial Japanese Army sent silent, floating bombs across the Pacific and into Oregon.
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KAOH Vol 1 #2: The Eggs from 2011-03-14T20:10:18
We had a “One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest” 50th Anniversary Party on September 16th, 2012 at Mississippi Studios! The 1942 poisoning at the Oregon State Hospital for the Insane.
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KAOH Vol. 1 #1: The Roseburg Blast from 2011-02-27T20:06:22
The city of Roseburg goes up in smoke for our first installment of Kick Ass Oregon History!
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