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The PDX Beat

The PDX Beat is a podcast that keeps a finger on the pulse of all things Portland, Ore. Hosted by Amado Lumba, our shows focus on food, drink, music, the arts, and local culture.

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#62 - Author Chat: Monica Cable from 2016-05-12T00:00

Local author, Monica Cable, chatted with me about her upcoming book entitled "If You Were An Alien Would You Want To Live Here: an Alien Hypothesis | 101 Reasons Why Fearing an Alien Invasion ...

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#61 - Silenced In The Surf Book Launch from 2016-04-07T00:00

A live recording I made of fellow podcaster, Sean Barron (of The Portland Cool Podcast), of his interview with local author, Kate Dyer-Seeley, during the launch party for her newest book, Silenced ...

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#60 - Author Chat: Ellie Alexander from 2016-03-17T00:00

Author, ELLIE ALEXANDER, chatted with me about her writing journey and her book, ON THIN ICING. | Theme music provided by Sweet Nothing, and additional music provided Kai Engel (artists retains o...

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#59 - Redux: The Zone Continuum from 2016-03-03T00:00

Friend of the show and former guest, Bruce Zick, chats with me about his much anticipated "The Zone Continuum" reboot project. | Theme and additional music provided by https://soundcloud....

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#58 - The Vegan Episode from 2016-02-18T00:00

My good friend and vegan, Janessa, chatted with me about Portland's vegan subculture. | Theme and additional music provided by https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing (artist retains original c...

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#57 - The Portland Cool Podcast from 2016-02-04T00:00

Fellow podcaster, Sean Barron, chatted with me about his own Portland-focused show called The Portland Cool Podcast. | Theme and additional music provided by https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing ...

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#56 - Proletariat Butchery from 2016-01-21T00:00

In this episode, Zeph Shepard, owner and head butcher at Proletariat Butchery, chatted with me about his journey into the world of craft butchery. | Theme and additional music provided by https:/...

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#55 - Timothy Blackton: In Case You Missed Him from 2016-01-05T00:00

Local comedian, Timothy Blackton, visited me in the studio to chat about the Portland comedy scene and he also brought back a special episode of ICYMI (In Case You Missed It). | Theme and additio...

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#54 - Mixed Tape 06 from 2015-12-09T00:00

This episode includes music from Portland-based musical artists Pure Bathing Culture, Hemmit, clintongore, The von Trapps, Lost Lander, Eyelids, Sama Dams, Grandparents, BLOUSE, Divers, Monarques, ...

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#53 - Author Chat: Kate Kort from 2015-11-17T00:00

I chatted with Portland author, Kate Kort (http://www.katekort.com), about her debut novel, GLASS. Includes excerpts. | Music included in this episode courtesy of https://soundcloud.com/sweet-noth...

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#52 - Patternist from 2015-11-10T00:00

This episode features my chat with Portland musician, Gabe Mouer (a.k.a. Patternist) about his musical journey and his upcoming single, "Dizzy" | Check out his music here on SoundCloud:...

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#51 - Author Chat: Michael Helquist from 2015-11-03T00:00

This episode features my chat with writer, historian, and activist, Michael Helquist, about his new book, "Marie Equi: Radical Politics and Outlaw Passions." Visit www.michaelhelquist.com...

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#50 - The Noted from 2015-10-27T00:00

THE NOTED's John Dwyer and Daniel Work chatted with me about their newly-released sophomore effort entitled "Not Far Away," which features the single "Wait" and my personal...

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#49 - The Peculiarium from 2015-09-15T00:00

Mike Wellins from The Peculiarium chats with me about his creation that's helping to keep Portland weird. Theme music provided by https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing (artist retains original...

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#48 - Salvo Idly from 2015-08-25T00:00

This episode is a profile of Portland-based duo, SALVO IDLY, whose debut album 81 DAYS is available on iTunes, Amazon Music, CD Baby, and on their website (www.salvoidly.com). Additional music pro...

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#47 - Mixed Tape 05 from 2015-08-04T00:00

This episode Includes music from Portland-based bands Fringe Class, The Weather Machine, Kool Stuff Katie, Minden, Fog Father, Cat Hoch, Wishyunu, and Chocolate Cool But Rude. Theme music provided...

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#46 - Hidden History of Portland from 2015-07-14T00:00

Author and "local historian," J.D. Chandler talks about Portland's colorful past, his writings, and a few of Portland's most mispronounced street names and areas. Music provide...

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#45 - Nomalicious from 2015-07-07T00:00

Sean Wiese chatted with me about his subscription box service, Nomalicious, that's changing the way consumers access artisan foods from all over the U.S. http://www.nomalicious.co Background...

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#44 - Mixed Tape 04 from 2015-06-30T00:00

This episode contains music from Portland-based bands Bibliothek, Thanks, Old Wave, LEO, Beach Fire, Gold Casio, Psychomagic, Appendixes, and White Glove. These band and many others are part of thi...

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#43 - Coco Donuts from 2015-06-23T00:00

The fine folks from Coco Donuts joined me for this episode to talk about, well, donuts and the business behind producing these tasty treats. Theme music provided by https://soundcloud.com/sweet-no...

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#42 - The Junebugs from 2015-06-02T00:00

Moses Barrett of @thejunebugs joins me in this week's episode. Learn about their music and Kickstarter campaign. Theme music provided by @sweet-nothing (artist retains original copyright). Al...

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#41 - Mixed Tape 03 from 2015-05-19T00:00

The third all-music episode, featuring Portland-based musicians The Zags, The Domestics, Albatross, There Is No Mountain, Ghost Towns, Moorea Masa, The Fourth Wall, and Ezra Bell. Theme music is c...

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#40 - The Portland Mercado from 2015-05-04T00:00

Jamie Melton from The Portland Mercado chats with me about the first Latino public market in Portland, Ore. Theme music is called "Cataracts" by Sweet Nothing. Find more info on our web...

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#39 - The Alberta Abbey from 2015-04-25T00:00

Billy Bork from The Albert Abbey chats with me about his unique event/performance venue and collaborative work spaces. Also features music from local singer/songwriter, John Rankin. Theme and addi...

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#38 - Parking in Portland from 2015-04-18T00:00

My good friend and hospitality parking management professional, Rick Thompson, joins me in this episode for a discussion on parking in the City of Roses, and the advent of private for-hire transpor...

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#37 - Mixed Tape 02 from 2015-04-11T00:00

By popular demand, here's volume 02 of The PDX Beat Podcast "Mixed Tape," featuring music from Portland musicians Novosti, Natasha Kmeto, Big Haunt, Morning Ritual, Coma Serfs, Fault...

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#36 - Easter Weekend Music Jam from 2015-04-04T00:00

Relax this Easter Weekend to tunes from previous guests Will West & The Friendly Strangers, IanJames, and Bike Thief. Background music provided by https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing (artist ...

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#35 - The Breakfast Episode from 2015-03-28T00:00

Learn about my recommendations for breakfast in The Rose City! Background music provided by https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing (artist retains original copyright) Egg Cracking & Frying on P...

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#34 - Beers of Portland and Oregon from 2015-03-21T00:00

This week, local beverage consultant and bar manager, Nick Keane, lends his expertise to chat with me about Oregon beer. Background music provided by @sweet-nothing (artist retains original copyri...

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#33 - Mixed Tape 01 from 2015-03-14T00:00

This is the very first "Mixed Tape" episode of The PDX Beat, featuring music from Portland musicians Radiation City, And And And, Queued Up, Dogheart, Pony Village, Shayla Carpenter, and ...

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#32 - Water Avenue Coffee from 2015-03-07T00:00

This episode features my recent chat with Matt Milletto of Water Avenue Coffee (from Portland, Ore.) Theme Music: "Cataracts" by https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing (artist retains orig...

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#31 - Shelter Dogs of Portland from 2015-02-28T00:00

Danni Duggan and Sarah Riddle of Shelter Dogs of Portland chatted with me about their worthy cause. Theme Music: "Cataracts" by https://soundcloud.com/sweet-nothing (artist retains origi...

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#30 - Let's Talk Jerky! from 2015-02-20T00:00

In this episode, I chatted with Mike Shur of ShurkyJurky about his Portland-based company's delicious treats. Plus, comedian, Timothy Blackton, recaps the recent local headlines. Theme Music:...

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#29 - Pub Trivia from 2015-02-14T00:00

Shannon Donaldson of ShanRock's Triviology, chats with me about what makes Portland's premiere pub trivia company tick. Theme Music: "Cataracts" by https://soundcloud.com/sweet...

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#28 - Tech Talk&Local Music from 2015-02-07T00:00

I feature music from local musicians Just Lions, Gallop, and Bad Move. Plus comedian Timothy Blackton recaps the recent news, and I get into a bit of local tech talk with Rich Brueckner. You will ...

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#27 - Cocktail Bars from 2015-01-31T00:00

Local beverage consultant and bar manager, Nick Keane, joins me again for this week's installment. This time, we ruminate on distinctly Portland cocktail bars. Some use of adult language. List...

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#26 - Dive Bars from 2015-01-23T00:00

Beverage Consultant & Bar Manager, NICK KEANE, joins me in banter about Portland dive bars, and comedian TIMOTHY BLACKTON recaps the recent headlines. #NSFW due to adult language and mature sub...

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#25 - Portland Tech News from 2015-01-16T00:00

Inside-Startups.com's Rich Brueckner chats with me about Portland tech news, and gives predictions for 2015 in the wide world of tech. Plus, a bonus song from Portland-based rock band, Gay Ghost!

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#24 - Welcome to 2015! from 2015-01-09T00:00

First episode of 2015! Featuring food and drink banter with my cohorts, Jennifer Heigl (from DailyBlender.com) and mixologist, Nick Keane.

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#24 - Welcome to 2015! from 2015-01-09T00:00

First episode of 2015! Featuring food and drink banter with my cohorts, Jennifer Heigl (from DailyBlender.com) and mixologist, Nick Keane.

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