Steve Dunn & Natali Marmion: Off The Air
Join veteran Portland journalists Steve Dunn and Natali Marmion for in-depth conversations with the people who have shaped Oregon and SW Washington’s story. From business leaders and philanthropists like Jordan Schnitzer and Dave Dahl to influential voices in politics, culture, and community service, each episode explores the ideas, events, and defining moments that continue to impact Portland today.
Episodes
17 episodes
Steve & Natali Off The Air: Bob Day | Portland’s Crime Fight: How Does Staffing Compare Nationally?
Portland’s top cop talks about the challenges of fighting crime with a lack of resources. How does Portland staffing compare nationally?https://www.facebook.com/NataliMarmion/https://www.facebook.com/SteveDunnKATU/
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Steve & Natali Off The Air: Lydia Massaad | Feeding Portland Kids & The Future of Downtown Portland
Downtown Portland restaurant owner Lydia Massaad of Al-Amir joins us to discuss the challenges of keeping a business alive in Portland, how her restaurant has gone from thriving to barely surviving, the politics behind those struggles, the hope...
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Steve & Natali Off The Air: Dwight Jaynes and Jim Etzel | What the Trail Blazers Mean to Portland
What does the future hold for the Portland Trail Blazers—and what could it mean for Portland itself? Steve Dunn and Natali Marmion sit down with Jim Etzel and Dwight Jaynes for a conversation about the franchise's deep ties to the community, it...
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Steve & Natali Off The Air: Ron Sloy | Charles Barkley, The Trail Blazers & Cologne
Ron Sloy joins Steve Dunn and Natali Marmion for a hilarious and nostalgic conversation packed with unforgettable Portland stories. From Charles Barkley and the Trail Blazers to the legend of “Really Tan Portland Ken” and an unexpectedly passio...
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Steve & Natali Off The Air: Dr. Brian Druker | The Doctor Who Changed Cancer Treatment
Dr. Brian Druker, director of the Knight Cancer Institute and one of the world's leading cancer researchers, joins Steve Dunn and Natali Marmion to discuss the groundbreaking work that transformed leukemia treatment and changed countless lives....
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Steve & Natali Off The Air: Chris Dudley & Mark Mason | Future of the Trail Blazers, Moda Center
With the future of the Portland Trail Blazers and the Moda Center dominating headlines, Steve Dunn and Natali Marmion sit down with former Trail Blazer Chris Dudley and longtime PA announcer Mark Mason to discuss what this pivotal moment means ...
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Steve & Natali Off The Air: Jordan Schnitzer | Art, Business & Giving Back
Jordan Schnitzer joins Steve Dunn & Natali Marmion Off The Air to discuss building one of the Northwest's most influential business empires, making art accessible through philanthropy, and the future of Portland. From entrepreneurship and l...
Steve & Natali Off The Air: Luke & Logan | Advice, Jobs & Growing Up (Part 1)
This week, Steve Dunn's son Logan and Natali Marmion's son Luke take over the podcast! They look back on what it was like growing up with parents on TV, share memories from childhood, offer advice for high school students, and talk about naviga...
Steve & Natali Off The Air: Allen Alley | Business, Politics & Portland's Path Forward
Steve Dunn and Natali Marmion sit down with Allen Alley for a wide-ranging conversation about business, innovation, politics, and the future of Portland. A tech investor, inventor, auctioneer, and entrepreneur, Allen shares his perspective on l...
Steve & Natali Off The Air: Sally Williams | How to Land the Job: Expert Career Advice (Part 2)
Steve Dunn and Natali Marmion are joined by Sally Williams, Senior Recruiter at Boly:Welch, for an inside look at today's hiring market. From building a standout résumé to acing interviews and making a lasting impression, Sally shares practical...
Steve & Natali Off The Air: Betsy Johnson | Straight Talk on Oregon Politics & Public Service
Former Oregon legislator Betsy Johnson joins Steve Dunn and Natali Marmion for a candid conversation about her decades in public service, the biggest issues facing Oregon, and the experiences that shaped her outspoken approach to politics.<...
Steve & Natali Off The Air: Kerry Tymchuk | Preserving Oregon’s Story & Jeopardy! Champion
As executive director of the Oregon Historical Society, Kerry Tymchuk has dedicated his career to preserving and sharing the stories that define Oregon. A three-time Jeopardy! champion, he joins the podcast to discuss the people, events, and mo...
Steve & Natali Off The Air: Dave Dahl | Dave's Killer Bread & Second Chances
Dave Dahl’s story is one of Portland’s most remarkable tales of redemption and entrepreneurship. In this episode, the co-founder of Dave’s Killer Bread shares how he transformed his life after prison, built one of Oregon’s most successful brand...
Steve & Natali Off The Air: Junki Yoshida and Rhonda Shelby | Sauce, Success & Giving Back
From shaping Portland’s business landscape to becoming one of its most recognizable media voices, Junki Yoshida and Rhonda Shelby have each left a lasting mark on Oregon. In this episode, hear from the entrepreneur behind the iconic Yoshida bra...
Steve & Natali Off The Air: Norm Frink | Law, Justice & the Tonya Harding Case
For decades, Norm Frink has helped shape Portland’s business community through leadership, mentorship, and a commitment to civic engagement. Best known in part for serving as a prosecutor during the Tonya Harding saga, he reflects on the relati...
Steve & Natali Off The Air: Jeff Gianola | Newsroom Stories & Portland History
Steve and Natali sit down with their longtime friend Jeff Gianola for a conversation about life in broadcast news. Drawing on decades of experience in television journalism, they share stories from the newsroom, reflect on memorable moments fro...
