Bend Magazine's The Circling Podcast with Adam Short
Hear from a variety of guests ranging from professional athletes, local business owners, entrepreneurs, artists, musicians, nonprofits, industry leaders, and more on Bend Magazine's The Circling Podcast.
Join Adam Short as he has conversations and shares the stories of those in our community who make up the soul of Central Oregon. Those who are helping shape the growth of our region, ensure opportunity for more and maintain what we all love about where we live; the beauty, the adventure, the way of life.
Though most of our content and guests are local, the insight, perspective and value learned of each episode can be applied in your own community, no matter where you call home.
Episodes
77 episodes
Building Oregon’s Outdoor Business Community with OOA Founders Gary Bracelin and Van Schoessler
We’re recording outdoors at Smith Rock State Park in a coproduction with StoryBooth, and the setting fits the story: Oregon Outdoor Alliance was built by people who wanted the outdoor industry to feel as connected as the places we all love to b...
Mike Ranquet on Recovery, Snowboarding and his relationship with Bend Oregon.
We sit down with Mike Ranquet in Bend, Oregon and trace the whole arc, from that first childhood feeling of rolling on four wheels to moving to Bend in 1987 with Craig Kelly and the responsibility Craig modeled behind the scenes. Mike tells the...
The Gerry Lopez Big Wave Challenge Part Two
A snowboarding contest that runs like a surf heat shouldn’t work this well, but the Gerry Lopez Big Wave Challenge at Mt Bachelor has become a Bend, Oregon staple for a reason. The stoke is real, the course is custom every year, and the whole t...
The Gerry Lopez Big Wave Challenge Part One
Join host Adam Short as he sits down with Gerry Lopez and Anne DosPassos to tell the origin story of the Gerry Lopez Big Wave Challenge and how Aloha isn't just something you say; it's something you practice. From naming wind lips a...
StoryBooth: When a Tent Became a Brand and Trust Became the Product
A lot of development has happened since this episode was recorded, but what if the most valuable thing you make isn’t content or code—but trust? We open the door to Storybooth’s origin story, from a chance conversation at hot springs to a sold‑...
Eyeonize: From Screen Fatigue to Outdoor Focus with Jak and Sanjay Green.
Your eyes know when your brain is fading—and that tiny lag can cost a run, a rep, or a line of code. We sit down with Jak and Sanjay Green, the father–son team behind Eyeonize, a caffeinated, mentholated under‑eye balm built to cool, hydrate, a...
Howl At The Spoon; Bringing flavor to flavor-loving humans everywhere with Melanie Jenkinson
What if convenience food didn’t feel like a compromise? We sit down with Howl at the Spoon founder Melanie Jenkinson, a former creative director who traded pitch decks for real ingredients, to unpack how healthy convenient options can change th...
Simple Trailhead Comfort: Kai Nevers and Kate Raber of Wanderhut
What if extra sleep at the trailhead didn’t cost thousands or require a rooftop crane? We sit down with Kai Nevers and Kate Raber, the duo behind Wanderhut, to tell the story of a hatchback tent that deploys the moment you open your rear door—a...
The Giddy Up Glove: Connecting People Through Functional Mischief with Sherrise Erlandson
When cold hands meet cold beverages in the outdoor community of Bend, Oregon, something magical happens – the Giddy Up Glove is born. Sherrise Erlandson's entrepreneurial journey bridges her past and present, weaving together childhood lessons ...
The Story of Spiral Wax with Tim Karpinski
From the punk rock days of Grenade Gloves to the mindful practices of Spiral Wax Company, Tim Karpinski's journey through the snowboarding industry is a masterclass in reinvention and redemption.Growing up as a competitive ski racer in ...
Legacy Restored: The Snowshoe Leather Care Story with Tiffany Huey
What if your great-grandfather's formula from 1927 turned out to be exactly what today's sustainability movement is searching for? Tiffany Huey never planned to become an entrepreneur, but after 25 years climbing the corporate ladder at compani...
Introducing Birth of the Brands: Preview
What makes a brand more than just a business? The answer lies in the deeply human stories behind the logos, products, and mission statements.Birth of the Brands takes you on an intimate journey with Central Oregon's most promising entre...
Taking a Seasonal Break and Announcing "Birth of the Brands"
Ever found yourself captivated by stories from places you've never been? That's the magic we've discovered with The Circling Podcast. What started as a celebration of Central Oregon's unique character has evolved into something that transcends ...
April Lawyer: The Stories of Vanilla
When April Lawyer opened Vanilla in Bend's Old Mill District back in 2005, she was still racing professionally as a downhill mountain biker. Today, as her boutique celebrates nearly 20 years in business, her remarkable journey from action sport...
The Art of Hustle: Cornelius and Hannah Edison
Cornelius and Hannah Edison share their inspiring journey from professional athletes to business owners and parents, discussing the challenges of moving through life transitions. They emphasize the core values of resilience, community building,...
The Rise of Board House Society from Concept to Community Hub
Episode 62 of Bend Magazine’s The Circling Podcast brings together an inspiring conversation with Caitlin and Tryg Bjornstad, the visionary founders of the Board House Society. This nonprofit is on a m...
Bola Gbadebo On The Pursuit of Confidence
Bola Gbadebo, a journalist, poet, musician, and filmmaker, takes us on an inspiring journey of personal growth in the effort of redefining confidence. Through her unique lens, we explore how embracing vulnerability and understanding the power o...
The Founders of Bend Outdoor Worx: From Concept to Community
Discover the inspiring journey behind Bend Outdoor Worx (BOW) from its founding members, Gary Bracelin, Will Blout, and Justin Rae. Learn how they turned a simple idea into a powerful startup accelerator that has been shaping the outdoor indust...
Ben Kitching/Adventure Photographer/Oregon Outdoor Athlete Project
I recently came across the idea that photography is a universal language, one that transcends borders and can be understood by anyone, anywhere in the world. It's fascinating to think of the camera as an instrument that teaches us how to truly ...
Sarah Westhusing/House of Milo and the Art of Interior Spaces.
On episode 58 of Bend Magazine’s The Circling Podcast, I have the pleasure of chatting with Sarah Westhusing, the Founder and Owner of House of Milo, a distinguished interior design studio based here in Bend, Oregon.Stay tuned a...
Community Wellness and Outdoor Connection with Rob McDonald/Stand On Liquid
Ever wondered how small acts of kindness can change lives? Rob McDonald, co-owner of Stand on Liquid Paddleboards and Latitude 44 Sports, takes us on an inspiring journey from his humble beginnings as an underachieving kid to making significant...
Navigating Entrepreneurship with Brand Founders, Emily Hoy/Ahoya and Emily LaPlume/Saturday Swimwear
Ever wondered what it takes to transition from a dreamer to a successful entrepreneur? I sit down with Emily Hoy and Emily LaPlume, two trailblazing entrepreneurs from Bend, Oregon, who have not only turned their passions into thriving business...
From Yoga to Rapids: Stand-up Paddleboarding
Join us for an episode that promises to inspire and thrill as we sit down with Lori Skiles, the passionate owner of Paddleboard Oregon. Lori takes us through her incredible journey from her first paddleboarding experience in San Diego to ...
4 Peaks Music Festival with Founder Stacy Koff
It’s been said that music plays a unique role in the human experience. Music is often described as a universal language, transcending linguistic and cultural boundaries, and for decades, studies have shown the emotional, cognitive, social, and ...
Manuka Mana: Love, Innovation, and Nature's Remedies.
When Courtney Rebel and her husband Josiah were told that he had experienced a mini stoke or transient ischemic attack at the age of 32, they became interested in supplementing Josiah's recovery and channeled their love for nature into a family...