The Schmidt Show PDX

Substance Over Vibes What happens when you strip away the noise, ignore the scare tactics, and just focus on the work? That's what this episode is about. We sat down with two elected officials who are both doing real things for real people — and both navigating campaigns where opponents would rather traffic in vibes than engage with substance. We're not doing that here. This is a public episode. I...

Under Threat: Portland's Environmental Gems Fight Back This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.schmidtshowpdx.com/subscribe

S02E07 - Portland Gray Panthers & Ribbit Wrangler This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.schmidtshowpdx.com/subscribe

Mike interviews Rob Nosse. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.schmidtshowpdx.com/subscribe

Season 2, Episode 5 - Happy New Year? Portland Vibe Check with Author Donovan Scribes   Episode snapshot Portland doesn’t just debate policy—we debate reality. Journalist Donovan Scribes joins me to break down his “Top 10 Takeaways” from a chaotic 2025, and we talk about how vibes (and media narratives) can drive big decisions on Measure 110, police budgets, and the so-called “doom loop”—plus what...

Season 2, Episode 4 - Guest Co-Host: Jennifer Williamson • Interview Guest: MAC Smiff (Thesis PDX)   In this episode, Mike is joined by guest co-host Jennifer Williamson, attorney, former Oregon House Majority Leader, and co-founder of Swift Public Affairs, for a wide-ranging conversation on law, politics, and what’s about to hit Oregon’s healthcare system.   Then we bring in Mac Smiff, organizer...

Season 2, Episode 3 - A Double Scoop of Schmidt Show PDX This holiday week, we’re breaking from our usual co-hosted current events + one-interview format and bringing you two back-to-back conversations with people doing deeply local work in Portland: Tyler Pell from Tennis Courterly Katie and Nicki from Sisters of the Road, talking about the Finding Home report authored by the Welcome Home Coaliti...

Season 2, Episode 2 – Democracy, Defiance, and Remembering Rep. Hoa Nguyen (with Steph Routh & Xander Schultz)   This week on Schmidt Show PDX, Mike is joined by guest co-host Steph Routh for a timely and emotional episode. We begin by remembering the late Representative Hoa Nguyen — her life, her leadership, and what her loss means for our community. From there, Steph walks us through how Ore...

          Season 2, Episode 1 Special co-host: Candace Williams (Family Forward Oregon) Guest: Greg Raisman (Awesome Portland) What’s inside A no-fluff convo with Candace Williams (Family Forward) on what’s really happening in Portland right now—plus an invitation to Dance Like a Mother on November 8. Then an interview with Greg Raisman (Awesome Portland) on your zany ideas into $1,000 micro-grant...

We just wrapped up a fantastic recording session for Episode 8 – the Season 1 Finale of The Schmidt Show PDX, and trust me: you’re not going to want to miss this one. 💥 For the first time ever, we’re bringing in a guest co-host to join the mic. Who is it? You’ll have to tune in Wednesday to find out — but let’s just say, this person knows Portland politics inside and out and brings sharp insight...

What happens when a national misinformation campaign hits your city? You organize. In our latest episode of *Schmidt Show PDX*, we’re joined by Moira and Andres from Portland For All — a grassroots coalition fighting for housing, public safety, transit access, and a truly inclusive civic vision for Portland. But before we dive into that conversation, Mike offers a critical monologue tracing the di...

If you care about democracy, misinformation, or what’s really going on in the American political machine — then you’ve heard of Thom Hartmann. This week on Schmidt Show PDX, we sit down with the nation’s #1 progressive talk show host to dig into the state of democracy, the rise of disinformation, and how local media — yes, podcasts like this one — can help turn the tide. We talk about: - The role...

On this week’s episode of Schmidt Show PDX, we hit the road and taped on location at the University of Oregon’s beautiful new campus space in Northeast Portland. Our guest? The ever-insightful Andrew DeVigal, director of The Agora Journalism Center — an organization committed to reinventing journalism as a public service rooted in community and civic trust. We talked about what the word *agora* re...

On this week’s episode of The Schmidt Show, we’re talking about the power of a haircut—and trust us, it’s deeper than Met Gala fashion faux pas. Our guest is Mykal, founder of  Hairstylists for Humanity —a platform to network barbers and stylists who offer free grooming services to people experiencing homelessness. No salons, no appointments—just sidewalk solidarity and a whole lot of compassion....

This week on Schmidt Show PDX, we sit down with someone who embodies the heart and soul of Portland’s service community—Rev. Sara Fischer, Episcopal priest, neighbor, and tireless advocate for people on the margins.   In this wide-ranging conversation, we talk about faith—not as dogma, but as presence. Sara shares what it means to show up for people in need, how her ministry has evolved with the c...

🎙️ The Schmidt Show PDX: When the City Turns Its Back – A Conversation with Saints Love PDX In this week’s episode of The Schmidt Show PDX, we sit down with Kristle Delihanty, Executive Director of PDX Saints Love — a grassroots, community-rooted organization providing food, shelter, and critical support to unhoused Portlanders. But this episode goes deeper than just highlighting their incredible...

We’re thrilled to launch The Schmidt Show PDX, a new podcast amplifying the voices of the people that hold our community together and shape Portland’s future. In our premiere episode, we delve into the motivations behind this podcast and feature a conversation with Zachary Lauritzen, Executive Director of  Oregon Walks .   🎟️ Learn More About Walkstars 2025:  @oregonwalks Facebook:  Oregon Walks  ...

Episode 0, our brief promo. Come learn what The Schmidt Show PDX is all about. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.schmidtshowpdx.com/subscribe