Oregon Crossroads
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Oregon Crossroads
Public policy and opinion from Dr. Bud Pierce featuring Oregon industry and community leaders.
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The COVID Pause
With the uptick of cases and the announcement of the Governor's new COVID "Pause" we are reminded of the need for REAL leadership in Oregon. We have g...
What can we do about Portland?
After 7 continuous months, violence and riots are continuing in Portland. What can we do about it? Well, it's not that complicated. But it is going to...
Education During COVID
Distance learning has been challenging for kids, parents, and school districts alike. But we are learning a lot, and much of it is what not to do. Our...
COVID and Kids
Here is what we know about COVID and kids. Children aren't very susceptible to the harsh effects of the virus - however, they can be transmitters. I a...
Ep. 15 - Fires
The past week has been devastating. These fires have forced nearly 10% of our population to evacuate their homes. My prayers are with everyone affecte...
Ep. 14 - Education Reform: What can we learn from Massachusetts?
Massachusetts went from one of the worst public K-12 education systems in the county to one of the best. What can we learn from them about giving our...
The best prevention (and treatments) for Coronavirus
There is a lot of scientific research going on into a variety of different treatments for COVID-19 - vaccines, plasma treatments, etc. But there is a...
Portland
It is really sad to see what is going on in Portland. Violence and destruction must stop and people and property need to be safe to walk the streets a...
COVID Update - Schools and Vaccines
COVID numbers still look good in Oregon. But what is next? With school starting soon and developments in treatments, there is still a lot going on wit...
Ep. 13 - One Rotten Apple Makes the Whole Barrel Bad
Any bad actors can tarnish the reputation of the whole.
Whether it is doctors, teachers, or cops, one bad apple can bring the whole organization...
Ep. 12 - Rights and Responsibilities
When we focus on our responsibilities to one another, we do a lot better exercising our rights. One cannot go without the other.
In a time with...
Ep. 11 - Policing and Black Lives Matter
Most of you know me from my conversations about the pandemic, medicine, and science. I am stepping a little bit outside of that space today to talk ab...
COVID-19 Uptick & Masks
It has been a while since I last spoke on COVID-19. But I have been watching the uptick in cases closely. Overall, we are still doing well. But we nee...
Coronavirus: What's next?
The Coronavirus situation in Oregon continues to improve. What are the next steps? What can we expect in the coming months? Will there be a second wav...
The Biology of Coronavirus
Dr. Bud Pierce breaks down the biology of the Coronavirus and gives an update on how we are doing in Oregon.
We have existed with viruses and mi...
April 10 Coronavirus Update - Oregon is in good shape
All things considered, Oregon is in good shape when it comes to the number of infections and numbers of deaths compared to many parts of the nation.
Ep. 12 - Issues facing Salem with Reid Sund (City Council Candidate)
Reid Sund is running to be Ward 7's representative on the city council.
I got to sit down with him and talk about how his position as the Fina...
Ep. 11 - The Death Penalty with Steve Doell
This morning, news broke that Oregon is considering releasing some inmates early from prison because of the Coronavirus.
There will undoubtedly...
Coronavirus - Where are we in Oregon?
Dr. Bud Pierce talks about new developments in the Coronavirus crisis, including new testing methods, how we are doing in our local area, and what we...
Coronavirus Update: Quarantine Edition
Dr. Bud Pierce gives an update about the coronavirus from home. Featuring dog barks and a background feature from his son Michael.
Coronavirus Update: Reasons for optimism? (March 20)
Dr. Bud Pierce sits down to talk about recent developments about COVID-19, as of March 20, 2020.
We seem to have some reason to be optimistic,...
Coronavirus Update (March 13, 2020)
Another week filled with developments about the Coronavirus. There are some reasons for optimism, but we still need a lot more information.
As t...
Coronavirus (COVID 19) Update
Dr. Bud Pierce gives an update on Coronavirus and why you don't need to panic.
Ep. 10 - Commissioner Kevin Cameron talks utilities, water, and timber lawsuit
Before becoming Marion County Commissioner in 2014, Kevin Cameron was the State Representative from House District 19 for more than 9 years.
...
Ep 9 - AJ Klausen and Vagabond Brewing
Oregon is at the center of the universe when it comes to craft beer. We come in 7th in the US with most craft breweries per capita. AJ Klausen is a fo...
Ep. 8 - Drs. Bud and Selma Peirce Unpack Recent Developments in Health Care Delivery
Drs. Bud and Selma Peirce talk about Salem Health, choice in health care, and how doctors get paid.
Ep. 7 - Oregon Medicaid with Dean Andretta
Dean Andretta is the chief financial officer at WVP Health Authority, a health care organization that has provided high-quality care to the Mid-Willam...
Ep.6 - Oregon Manufacturing & Commerce w/Shaun Jillions
Today’s episode of Oregon Crossroads features Shaun Jillions. Shaun is the Executive Director of the Oregon Manufactures and Commerce Association. He...
Jodi Hack
Today’s episode features former Oregon State Representative, Jodi Hack. Now Jodi is leading the charge in the legislature for the Home Builders Associ...
Ep. 3 - Build The Bridge w/Selma Pierce
Episode 3 of the Oregon Crossroads podcast features a very special guest, Selma Pierce. Selma is a part of a group advocating for a third bridge acros...
Ep. 2 - Cap & Tax w/JL Wilson
Today’s episode of Oregon Crossroads features JL Wilson. JL is a public affairs expert and former Executive Director of NFIB/Oregon. He joins Bud for...
Ep. 1 - Oregon Wine Industry w/Jim Bernau
Welcome to the Oregon Crossroads podcast! Today’s inaugural podcast features Jim Bernau, chair and founder of Willamette Valley Vineyards. We discuss...