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Oregon Discussion

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Oregon Discussion is a no-nonsense podcast that pulls back the curtain on Oregon’s government, policies, and spending . With a rotating cast of legislators and policy experts , this podcast exposes wasteful spending, bureaucratic overreach, and hidden inefficiencies that impact Oregonians every day. From the state budget crisis to agencies creating rules without oversight , Oregon Discussion takes a deep dive into the policies shaping Oregon’s future. Whether it’s out-of-control taxes, reckless regulations, or the growing power of unelected bureaucrats , we ask the tough questions and hold government accountable.

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Booking probability

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Guest openness

Selective

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What is Oregon Discussion about?

Oregon Discussion is a no-nonsense podcast that pulls back the curtain on Oregon’s government, policies, and spending. With a rotating cast of legislators and policy experts, this podcast exposes wasteful spending, bureaucratic overreach, and hidden inefficiencies that impact Oregonians every day.

Who hosts Oregon Discussion?

Oregon Discussion is hosted by Oregon D.O.G.E.. The show has published 52 episodes to date.

What has Oregon Discussion covered recently?

Recent episodes include "What Chambers of Commerce See That Government Misses" (12 October 2026, 93 minutes), "Inside Oregon School Boards: Who Really Controls Education?" (24 September 2026, 115 minutes), and "Inside ODOT: Layoffs, Funding & Oregon’s Transportation Fight" (21 September 2026, 76 minutes).

How often does Oregon Discussion publish?

Oregon Discussion publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 92 minutes across 52 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Oregon Discussion?

Booking probability for Oregon Discussion is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Oregon Discussion requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Oregon Discussion's contact route on record: public web form.

Who should pitch Oregon Discussion?

The strongest fits for Oregon Discussion are Government & Politics. Oregon Discussion has an arts audience.

About the host

Oregon D.O.G.E. hosts Oregon Discussion, an arts podcast with 52 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Oregon Discussion

    What Chambers of Commerce See That Government Misses

    Oct 12, 20261h 33mS1

    Mike McLane sits down with longtime Southern Oregon chamber leader Brad Hicks to explain what a Chamber of Commerce actually does and why local business advocacy matters. Hicks discusses his nearly three decades...

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    Inside Oregon School Boards: Who Really Controls Education?

    Sep 24, 20261h 55mS1

    Mike McLane is joined by Redmond School Board Vice Chair Michael Summers for a detailed look inside Oregon’s public-school system. They discuss local control, curriculum, budgets, teacher negotiations, classroom...

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    Inside ODOT: Layoffs, Funding & Oregon’s Transportation Fight

    Sep 21, 20261h 16mS1

    Mike McLane sits down with longtime ODOT employee Mary Dirksen to discuss what Oregon’s transportation funding fight looked like from inside the agency. They cover layoff notices, workforce uncertainty, turnover...

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    Oregon’s Forestry Plan: Who Pays the Cost?

    Sep 11, 202655 minS1

    Mike McLane and Shelly Boshart-Davis are joined by Courtney Bangs to discuss Oregon’s new state forest management plan and Habitat Conservation Plan. The episode examines timber revenue, county budgets, endangered...

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    Oregon’s Mental Health Crisis: Spending More, Ranking Last

    Sep 2, 20261h 6mS1

    Mike McLane and Shelly Boshart-Davis are joined by Dr. Angela Plowhead to discuss Oregon’s mental health crisis, including provider shortages, youth mental health, veteran suicide, parental notification, nonprofit...

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    Oregon’s Housing Crisis: Spending More, Getting Worse

    Jul 15, 20261h 8mS1

    Mike McLane and Shelly Boshart-Davis are joined by Jacob Vandever to discuss Oregon’s housing and homelessness crisis. The episode examines housing supply, land use restrictions, Portland’s affordable housing struggles...

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    Oregon Schools Are Failing Students. Can This Be Fixed?

    Jun 19, 202656 minS1

    In this episode of Oregon Discussion, Mike McLane and Shelly Boshart-Davis are joined by Christine Drazan for a detailed conversation on Oregon’s education crisis. They discuss low reading and math scores, chronic...

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    IP 28 Explained: The Oregon Measure That Could End Hunting, Fishing & Ranching

    Jun 2, 20261h 11mS1

    Could Oregon’s IP 28 fundamentally change hunting, fishing, ranching, and animal agriculture in the state? In this episode of Oregon Discussion, Mike McLane and Shelly Boshart-Davis sit down with Lauren Kuenzi from the...

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    Dorchester Special: Oregon Voices on the Future of the State

    May 1, 20266h 30mS1

    Recorded live at the Dorchester Conference in Welches, Oregon, this special long-form episode of Oregon Discussion features conversations with leaders, candidates, grassroots advocates, staff, authors, business voices...

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    The CAT Tax: Promises vs Reality in Oregon

    Apr 14, 20261h 9mS1

    This episode of Oregon Discussion examines Oregon’s Corporate Activity Tax and the Student Success Act. Lawmakers discuss education funding, business impacts, and whether increased spending has led to better results for...

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    Why Oregon’s Business Climate Is Falling Behind

    Apr 3, 20261h 12mS1

    Mike McLane and Shelly Boshart-Davis are joined by Angela Wilhelms of Oregon Business & Industry to discuss Oregon’s declining business climate, rising regulatory burden, and the policy choices shaping the state’s...

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    Public Safety Decline and Policy Failures in Oregon

    Mar 11, 20261h 32mS1

    This episode of Oregon D.O.G.E. focuses on public safety challenges across the state, including declining state police staffing, homelessness policy, and controversial legislation in Salem. Lawmakers discuss how these...

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    Top 10 in Spending, Bottom in Results: How Oregon’s Education System Failed Parents and Kids

    Mar 11, 20261h 22mS1

    Oregon ranks top-10 in education spending — but near the bottom in outcomes. In this episode, Senator Mike McLane, Representative Shelly Boshart Davis, and former State Representative Tracy Kramer examine why Oregon’s...

  • Oregon Discussion

    The $13 Billion Bridge Boondoggle

    Feb 18, 20261h 15m

    Oregon’s Interstate Bridge replacement has surged to $13.6 billion — without expanding vehicle capacity. In this episode, lawmakers and industry experts examine the cost escalation, political gridlock, and economic...

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    Gang Ties, Suspicious activity, and Stonewalling: What Oregon Isn’t Telling You

    Jan 15, 20261h 14mS1

    Investigative journalist Jeff Eager joins Senator Mike McLane and Representative Shelly Boshart Davis to expose disturbing Medicaid allegations involving Oregon Health Plan reimbursements, criminal gang ties, and a lack...

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    The Forecast They Don’t Want You to See: Job Losses, Budget Games, and Oregon’s Real Crisis

    Dec 23, 20251h 21m

    Senator Mike McLane, Representative Shelly Boshart Davis, and Alex Lopez walk through Oregon’s fourth-quarter revenue forecast and the shocking budget-cut proposals coming from state agencies. From manufacturing job...

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    Cost of Living Collapse: Why Oregon Is Becoming Unaffordable, and How Voters Can Take the State Back

    Dec 1, 20251h 1mS1

    Representative Shelly Boshart Davis hosts Senator Christine Drazan and Representative Lucetta Elmer for a deep dive into Oregon’s affordability crisis. They break down the state’s collapsing housing production...

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    Oregon’s War on Agriculture: IP 28, Farm Losses, and the Fight to Save Rural Oregon

    Nov 21, 20251h 19mS1

    Senator Mike McLane and Representative Shelly Boshart Davis talk with Greg Addington, Executive Director of the Oregon Farm Bureau, about Oregon’s war on agriculture — from the ag overtime crisis to the radical IP 28...

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    Broken Roads: Oregon’s $4.3 Billion Tax Hike and the Death of Bipartisanship

    Nov 6, 20251h 11mS1

    Oregon’s $4.3 billion “transportation package” raises gas taxes, DMV fees, and payroll taxes, but leaves roads crumbling. Senators Mike McLane and Bruce Starr, along with Rep. Shelly Boshart Davis, expose how Governor...

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    Gen Z, Free Speech, and the Future of Oregon: Honoring Charlie Kirk

    Oct 9, 20251h 23mS1

    Senator Mike McLane sits down with three members of Gen Z to talk about the assassination of Charlie Kirk, the culture war on Oregon campuses, and why faith, family, and freedom still matter. They explore cancel...

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