Straight Talk is a weekly program that takes a deeper look into the topics and conversations that are affecting communities in Oregon and SW Washington. KGW's Tim Gordon leads insightful interviews and provides candid conversations with local politicians and community leaders. "KGW's Straight Talk" is also a podcast available on all major podcast platforms.
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Signup to Generate a PitchStraight Talk is a weekly program that takes a deeper look into the topics and conversations that are affecting communities in Oregon and SW Washington. KGW's Tim Gordon leads insightful interviews and provides candid conversations with local politicians and community leaders. "KGW's Straight Talk" is also a podcast available on all major podcast platforms.
Recent episodes include "Kotek points to progress on key issues ahead of election, says more work still to be done" (31 October 2026, 25 minutes), "Drazan focuses on core affordability message in final weeks of Oregon governor's race" (23 October 2026, 25 minutes), and "Multnomah County Homeless Services Director outlines progress and challenges in housing crisis" (16 October 2026, 25 minutes).
KGW’s Straight Talk publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 25 minutes.
Booking probability for KGW’s Straight Talk is 36%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. KGW’s Straight Talk requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. KGW’s Straight Talk's contact route on record: verified email.
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KGW’s Straight Talk is a news podcast.
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Episode #309
For over a week now, Oregonians have already been casting their ballots to decide who will lead the state for the next four years. Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek is asking voters for a second term after nearly four years in...
Oregonians are less than two weeks away from choosing their next governor in the 2026 General Election. The rematch between incumbent Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek and her Republican challenger, state Sen. Christine...
Episode #307
Multnomah County says it's making significant progress helping people move off the streets and into permanent housing, but homelessness remains one of the region's biggest and most visible challenges. So, what's...
Portland Mayor Keith Wilson talks Moda Center negotiations, why he won't endorse police abolitionists, and the city's homeless shelter crisis.
In just over six weeks, voters in Washington County will choose their next county chair in a runoff race, triggered after no candidate cleared the 50% threshold in May's primary. Sitting commissioners Nafisa Fai and Pam...
Episode #302
Portland Police Chief Bob Day came out of retirement nearly three years ago to take the helm of a police bureau and a city facing some significant challenges. Since then, Portland has seen progress in some key areas...
The November election is just a few months away, and while the national midterms tend to grab most of the headlines, the election will also have a big impact in the Oregon Legislature with 75 seat up for grabs. One of...
Episode #299
For more than four decades, Metro has played a key role in how the Portland metro area grows and plans for the future. It’s the only directly elected regional government in the country, and its work crosses city and...
A PSU political science professor breaks down why the five-month Iran war has stalled — and what it could take to finally bring it to an end.
Episode #296
Tim Gordon speaks with state Sen. Kate Lieber, a supporter of the proposed public funding for Moda Center renovations, and Edan Krolewicz, a critic of the plan.
Washington's 3rd District's "purple" reputation makes it one of the most closely watched House races as parties fight for control of Congress.
In a little over two weeks, voters in Southwest Washington will select the top two candidates they want to represent them in the U.S. House, with the winner to be decided in a General Election runoff in November. The...
Data centers now use 11% of Oregon's power. The Oregonian's Mike Rogoway breaks down the tax breaks, water use, and backlash driving the debate.
Oregon's Prosperity Council co-chairs break down their 10 recommendations to boost jobs, cut red tape, and fix the state's tax code.
Oregon's fire marshal breaks down the drought, heat and human-caused risks fueling what could be a dangerous wildfire season.
Sen. Jeff Merkley criticizes the Iran war, saying it's strengthened hardliners, hurt reformers, and bypassed Congress's constitutional war powers.
Providence Health Plan exits Oregon's insurance market in 2027. What it means for your coverage, your doctors and what to do before open enrollment.
Focusing on the deadly industrial disaster that struck Longview this week, an expert in community grief shares how communities mourn and support each other.
Oregon voters crushed a highway gas tax by a historic 83%. Rebecca Tweed and Julia Shumway explain what it means for November.
Recent guests on KGW’s Straight Talk. Study who booked and why before you pitch.
GOP Candidate for Governor, Oregon State Senate
Executive Director of Product Management for Customer Experience, Trelusback Foundation for Wildlife Conservation
Portland Police Chief, Portland Police Bureau
Former Texas Senator/Author of “Releasing the Butterfly: A Love Affair in Four Acts” -A Caregiver's Story and Journey, ASHRAE
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