The City Club of Eugene Podcast

First, Do No Harm

Oregon Medical Group, a Eugene physician-owned healthcare provider, was purchased by Optum, a subsidiary of United Health Care. How has the corporatization of health care impact patients and providers, and what does the change symbolize about health care in Oregon?

Speakers include Dr. Antonio Germann, board member, Oregon Health Policy Board and medical director, pediatric clinic; Dr. Mark Litchman, retired Oregon Medical Group physician; State Representative Nancy Nathanson, moderator; and Shin Shin Tang, PhD, licensed psychologist.

Watch the entire episode on City Club of Eugene's YouTube channel (starts at 5:47).

This program was recorded on June 28, 2024.

 

Constructing a Brighter Future

In this episode, City Club of Eugene looks at the intersection of learning construction trades and lifting people out of homelessness. Constructing a Brighter Future teaches construction techniques to high school students by having them build housing. The program is provided by state and federal funding, and the results are heartwarming as well as immediately useful.

Speakers include Wheylin Niehaus, 4J instructor; Gabe Piechowitz, Everyone Village; and Jesse Quinn, Lane Workforce Partnership.

Watch the entire episode, including video and photos mentioned in the recording, on City Club of Eugene's YouTube channel.

This program was recorded on June 14, 2024.

 

Creating a Culture of Belonging

The City of Eugene has prioritized creating a "culture of belonging" as one of its strategic goals. What does that mean, and how do we get there? Listen to Fabio Andrade, Josh Bates, Jensina Hawkin, and Mayor Lucy Vinis explain what's behind the goal and how it will be implemented.

Watch the entire episode on City Club of Eugene's YouTube channel.

This program was recorded on June 7, 2024.

Turtle Awards 2024

Every year, City Club of Eugene honors people who "stick their necks out for the good of the community." The 2024 honorees are Margaret Hallock, Brittany Quick-Warner and Nadia Telsey. The Order of the Turtle category recognizes Evelyn Anderton, Charmaine Coleman, Priscilla Gould, Ada Lee and Carleen Reilly.

Watch the entire episode on City Club of Eugene's YouTube channel.

This program was recorded on May 31, 2024.

15th Night

15th Night, a local nonprofit, is addressing the crisis of youth homelessness. Learn more in this City Club of Eugene podcast episode.

Speakers include Mike Ingman, principal at Sheldon High School; Trista Neuman, 15th Night program coordinator; and Megan Schultz, 15th Night community coordinator.

Watch the entire episode on City Club of Eugene's YouTube channel, including video of a youth speaking about experiencing and recovering from homelessness.

This program was recorded on May 17, 2024.

Lane County's Wine Industry

Willamette Valley residents are justifiably proud of our wine industry. In this City Club of Eugene program, learn more about the area's viticulture and the resulting economic impact.

Watch the entire episode on City Club of Eugene's YouTube channel (first 6 minutes are audio-only).

This program was recorded on May 10, 2024.

Lane County Commissioner Candidates

Incumbent @lanecountygov County Commissioners and their challengers answered questions from a @KLCCOregon moderator at a City Club of Eugene program. It is possible that the winners of the primary election will receive more than 50% of the votes, and the contest will be decided in May. Hear the Q&A in this @city_eugene podcast episode.

Watch the entire episode on City Club of Eugene's YouTube channel (first 6 minutes are audio-only).

This program was recorded on May 3, 2024.

 

 

District Attorney

One of the candidates to become Lane County District Attorney, Christopher Parosa, answered questions from KLCC's Michael Dunne. The other candidate, James Cleavenger, was unable to participate.

Watch the entire episode on City Club of Eugene's YouTube channel (starts at :15).

This program was recorded on April 26, 2024.

State Rep Candidates

The candidates for two area state legislative seats responded to questions at a City Club of Eugene forum. Listen to Charlie Conrad, Republican incumbent in District 12 (his opponent did not respond to invitations to participate), and Doyle Canning and Lisa Fragala, candidates in District 8.

The discussion was moderated by Rebecca Hansen-White, KLCC.

Watch the entire episode on City Club of Eugene's YouTube channel (starts at :15).

This program was recorded on April 19, 2024.

Congressional District 4

One of the Republican Congressional candidates for District 4, Amy Ryan Courser, outlined her positions and legislative vision to attendees of a joint meeting of the City Club of Eugene and the City Club of Springfield.

We apologize that the video recording of the program is not available.

This program was recorded on April 12, 2024.