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
78 episodes
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...
Wedding Planning Through The Lens Of Purpose With Emily Gylling/Ponderosa Planning.
In the latest installment of Bend Magazine's The Circling Podcast, episode 52 features a captivating conversation with Emily Gylling, the Owner and Founder of Ponderosa Planning. With over five years of dedicated effort, Emily and her team have...
Bicycle Diaries of Bend with Don Leet
When life long cyclist Don Leet and I sat down to discuss some of Bend's biking lore, Don shared stories and insights that make up much of the history of cycling in our region. From the birth of mountain biking in Central Oregon to the em...
Bend's Two Wheel Trailblazers: The Evolution of Mountain Biking in Central Oregon
Embark on an audio expedition that charts the evolution of mountain biking in the majestic landscapes of Central Oregon. Weaving between tales of the early trailblazers who carved their legacy out of game trails in the surrounding forests and t...
Flight Path to Inspired Living with Darren Pleasance
With each chapter of Darren's life, we uncover the profound impact of shared experiences and the serendipitous twists that alter our trajectories. From navigating the breath-taking Alaskan skies to the boardrooms of global consulting firms, his...
Mt. Bachelor Part II: The Orchestra of Ski Resort Operations
On episode 46 of Bend Magazine’s the Circling Podcast, we finish a two-part series highlighting just some of those in leadership roles at one of Central Oregon’s most popular recreational resources, Mt. Bachelor. Though the conversations record...
Mt. Bachelor Part I: Ski Patrol and Their Canine Companions
When the mountains call, you answer. That's exactly what happened to Mt. Bachelor Sr. Mountain operations manager Betsy Norsen, choosing powder over the courtroom, and it's a decision that's echoed in the stories you'll hear on this first episo...
From Aspiring Park Ranger to Hair Care Pioneer with Dominiqe Taylor.
Embark on an enlightening odyssey with Dominique Taylor, a visionary who transformed from a park ranger into the eco-conscious founder of Consciously Curly Company. Uncover how her multicultural roots and a deep connection to the natural world ...
Shorts: Abe Shehadeh/BlackStrap Industries
The Best of episode #43 with Abe Shehadeh and BlackStrap Industries
From Idea to Outdoor Brand: Abe Shehadeh/BlackStrap Industries
What happens when you combine the power of entrepreneurial spirit, a love for outdoor activities, and a community-driven mindset? You get the inspiring journey of Abe Shehadeh, founder and CEO of Blackstrap Industries. On today's episode, we're...
Shorts: Powsurfing, the de-evolution of snowboarding.
The Best parts of Episode #42 with Ian Barker-Cortrecht and Travis Yamada.
Powsurfing: The De-Evolution of Snowboarding/ Travis Yamada & Ian Barker-Cortrecht
Have you ever wondered what it feels like to connect with the mountain without bindings on your snowboard? Join us on an intriguing journey, as we sit down with local board shapers Travis Yamada and Ian Barker-Cortrecht to discuss the de-evolut...
Chip Conrad/ Entrepreneur
On July 19th 2023 Chip Conrad posted the first in what has become a growing series focused around authentic personal inquiry and universal, shared life experience. The Instagram series has been dubbed Chip and Nips by his followers, and C...
Deena Kamm/ Sing Bend
On episode 40 of Bend Magazine’s the Circling Podcast, we continue our series designed to supplement the Sept/Oct issue of Bend Magazine and an article written by Gregg Morris highlighting 12 individuals in our community who are helping others ...
Gabe Triplette/Bearings Skateboard Academy
On episode 39 of Bend Magazine’s the Circling Podcast, we continue a series focusing on individuals in our community who are helping others unlock their potential and maximize their growth. Those who are helping others achieve their goals throu...
Ryan Clark/Clarks University of Martial Arts
On episode 38 of Bend Magazine’s the Circling Podcast, we begin a series focusing on individuals in our community who are helping others unlock their potential and maximize their growth. Those who are helping others achieve their goals through ...
Kristen & Ville Jokinen/Joy Ride
On 2/16/17, Kristen and Ville Jokinen rode their Surly disc trucker touring bikes into the southernmost coastal community of Ushuaia Argentina. Having started this adventure in Prudhoe bay Alaska some twenty months prior, the 18,215...
Lev & Kirin Stryker/Cog Wild
On episode 36 of The Circling Podcast, I have the privilege of sitting down with long time Central Oregonians, Lev and Kirin Stryker, owners and operators of Cog Wild bicycle tours and Shuttles. Lev and Kirin share their story of how they lande...
Jason Darrah/Primal Outdoors/Van-Camping.com
Approximately 15 miles outside of Dayville Oregon, Murderers Creek flows into the South Fork of the John Day River. Approximately 5 miles up Murderers Creek I recorded a podcast with my old friend Jason Darrah. While huddled under the canopy of...
Kyle McLeod/Small Market Startup
On episode 34 of The Circling Podcast, I have the privilege of sitting down with my friend Kyle Mcleod to talk about, well, a lot. Among his many titles, not excluding husband and dad, Kyle is a product consultant, software engineer, entreprene...
Mark Jamnik/Subliminal Story Art
Every so often, if we’re in tune, the flow of life allows for our paths to cross with others who leave us wanting to learn more. I had the privilege of meeting one such person earlier this year during the Creativity Shakeout Tuesday morning gro...
Megan Marie Myers/The Creativity Shakeout
On July 6th 2021 the Creativity Shakeout Run Club held its first organized gathering designed to connect and lift up creatives in Central Oregon. The Creativity Shakeout is a run and walking club designed to inspire creativity through mov...
Megan Martin/Furnish Hope
Just three short years after furnishing home number one, the Central Oregon non-profit, Furnish Hope, recently furnished home #1000. Furnish Hope, whose mission is to Furnish empty houses for those in need, was established in 2019 by long...
Josh Suran/@josh_reports
On episode 30 of The Circling Podcast, I sit down with Josh Suran, the human on the other side of the trending social medial handle @josh_reports. A Central Oregon native, Josh delivers daily micro doses of amateur weather rep...
Kevin Boss/Boss Sports Performance
In 2007, Kevin Boss was drafted to the New York Giants and went on to win a Super Bowl later that season. After 6 seasons in the NFL, Kevin and his family moved back to their home state of Oregon and In 2014, Kevin opened BOSS Sports Perf...