The City Club of Eugene Podcast

In City Club's third program focused on our current healthcare system and how it could be improved, four speakers address the question, "If not now, when?"

The speakers are Dr. Antonio Germann, Family Physician and Board Member of Healthcare for All Oregon; Dr. Nicolas Jones, Family Physician, Clear Health Direct Primary Care; Rep. Nancy Nathanson, House District 13, Oregon House of Representatives; and Hayden Rooke-Ley, Senior Fellow and Attorney, Brown University School of Public Health & American Economic Liberties Project.

You may watch the program on City Club of Eugene's YouTube channel.

This program was recorded on December 5, 2025.

Before the 2026 short legislative session, two legislators highlighted issues and challenges that they expected to address.

The speakers were Rep. Julie Fahey, District 14, and Speaker of the Oregon House; and Sen. Floyd Prozanski, The discussion was moderated by KLCC's Rebecca Hansen-White.

You may watch the program on City Club of Eugene's YouTube channel.

This program was recorded on December 19, 2025.

Listen to the 2025 version of Gifts to the City, City Club of Eugene's annual parade of residents who offer heartwarming, funny, unusual or thought-provoking "presents."

Emceed by Dan Bryant, the speakers include Blake Burrell and Heather Quaas-Annsa, co-executive directors of Community Supported Shelters; Hilaria Gastrognome aka Jen Jay, Slug Queen; Richard Green, community volunteer; Jensina Hawkins, Mocadile Medical; Mary Leighton, past CCE president; Kathy Madison, past CCE president; Terry McDonald, Emeritus Director, St Vincent de Paul Society of Lane County; Eric Richardson, past CCE president; Andy Vobora, community volunteer; and Marty Wilde, past CCE president.

You may watch the program on City Club of Eugene's YouTube channel.

This program was recorded on December 19, 2025.

How did the City of Eugene develop and approve its current budget? Why wasn't the recommended fire service fee included, and how does the budget committee and city council plan to prepare for the deficit projected for future budgets? Learn more in this City Club of Eugene podcast.

The speakers include City Councilor Mike Clark; budget committee member Tai Pruce-Zimmerman; and Eugene Area Chamber of Commerce CEO Brittany Quick-Warner.

You may watch the program on City Club of Eugene's YouTube channel.

This program was recorded on September 19, 2025.

The Lane Events Center, aka the fairgrounds, is developing a master plan to guide it through the coming years. In this City Club of Eugene podcast, speakers explain current uses, potential uses and timelines.

Speakers include Corey Buller, manager of the Events Center; Ted Coopman, president of the Jefferson-Westside Neighborhood Association; and Lane County Commissioner Laurie Trieger, who serves as the County's representative for the fairgrounds' master plan.

You may watch the program on City Club of Eugene's YouTube channel.

This program was recorded on December 12, 2025.

Eugene Mayor Kaarin Knudson spoke to City Club of Eugene attendees at the Sept. 5, 2025 meeting. She was interviewed by KLCC's Rebecca Hansen-White and then answered audience questions.

You may also view the program on City Club of Eugene's YouTube channel.

This program was recorded on Sept. 5, 2025.

When Bethel School District closed Clear Lake Elementary, the community stepped in to collaborate to create a community center. Listen to this City Club of Eugene podcast to learn why and how and who!

The speakers are Brian Hynd, Bethel School District board member and parent; Shelly Ivey, executive director of the Emerald Valley Boys and Girls Club; and Kraig Sproles, Bethel School District superintendent.

You may watch the program on City Club of Eugene's YouTube channel.

This program was recorded on October 24, 2025.

 

 

A wide array of services are available for seniors and people with disabilities in Lane County, and this City Club of Eugene podcast dives into the details. The speakers are Melisa Andrion, community outreach and volunteer coordinator for Senior and Disability Services; and Maddy Davis, Lead Adult and Protective Services Specialist for Senior and Disability Services.

Due to technical difficulties, a portion of the introduction of the program was not recorded. The YouTube version is available, but it also begins partway through the introduction and the video is static.

This program was recorded on July 31, 2026.

 

Everyone can help people with Down syndrome build connections and contribute to community. Speakers in this City Club of Eugene podcast dispel myths and suggest ways to welcome and integrate people with Down syndrome.

Speakers include Amelia Abel, advocate with Down syndrome; Jessica Ruth Baker, executive director of Radiant Community Arts; Jim Evangelista, cofounder of Reality Kitchen; and Melissa Hart, author and journalist who wrote Down Syndrome Out Loud: 20+ Stories of Disability & Determination and whose brother has Down syndrome.

You may watch the program on City Club of Eugene's YouTube channel.

This program was recorded on July 24, 2026.

 

 

Nonprofit boards of directors have a vital role in their organizations' governance. In this City Club of Eugene podcast, three speakers with expertise and experience on nonprofit boards explain best practices to ensure effective board participation.

The speakers are Rylie Gryczko, first vice president of Children's Legacy Foundation Network; Andrew Kalloch, past president of Food for Lane County and City Club of Eugene; and  Jennifer Monegan, director of membership, development, and communications at Nonprofit Association of Oregon.

You may watch the program on City Club of Eugene's YouTube channel.

This program was recorded on July 17, 2026.