Ben Christly

Evergreen Perspective

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Evergreen Perspective: Real Conversations in Southwest Washington Evergreen Perspective is a podcast about the issues shaping Southwest Washington and beyond. Hosted by Ben Christly, the show goes beyond headlines to explore housing, growth, infrastructure, jobs, local politics, and local business through clear, fact-driven conversations. Season 2 puts an even stronger spotlight on our communities here in Clark County and across Southwest Washington . Each episode features voices that matter- from elected officials and business owners to community leaders and everyday residents- sharing pers...

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Tariffs will hurt hard working Americans! 11.03.2025 51:53

Tariffs are more than just a policy debate. They have real consequences for industries, businesses, and families. In this episode of Evergreen Perspective , we take a deep dive into how tariffs impact Washington’s 3rd Congressional District, focusing on the timber industry and its ripple effects on the local economy. We start with the journey of a single piece of lumber, following it from the fore...

Class Contradictions: Understanding Working-Class Support for the Wealthy 04.03.2025 1:05:59

Welcome to the very first episode of Evergreen Perspective, where we break down complex economic and political issues in a way that's engaging, factual, and rooted in real-world impact. I’m Ben Christly, and today, we’re diving deep into a topic that affects all of us, whether we realize it or not: billionaires, their outsized influence, and why so many people defend them. In this premiere ep...