Paul Marshall

1 month ago | opb.org | Paul Marshall

Pamela Slaughter led a group of a dozen hikers through the old growth forest at Oxbow Regional Park in Gresham last August, stopping alongside a large bush with red berries on it. “Do you notice the difference in the undergrowth?” she asked the group. “More huckleberries. ... Bears love these berries.”“Are they poisonous to us?” one hiker asked. ”No they’re yummy,” Slaughter answered. Another hiker grabbed a few to eat, pausing with a smile to joke that he’s already written his will.

Oct 16, 2024 | opb.org | Paul Marshall

In college sports, conference realignment continues to be a major topic for schools. The Pac-12 is in the middle of a lawsuit as it continues to restructure its conference. OPB’s Paul Marshall talked with KOIN 6 sports reporter Breanna Greene. Pac-12Marshall: The Pac-12 was down to just Oregon State and Washington State. Last month, it added Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State and San Diego State. How does that lineup feel to you? Do they have enough teams to go to a college football playoffs?

Oct 2, 2024 | opb.org | Paul Marshall

In August 2023, Portlander Heather Coleman Cox made a long-awaited trip to visit Ghana. It was a lifelong goal of hers to visit the country after she became curious as a child reading books about Africa that her mother brought home. She was amazed by what she saw in Ghana, but also bothered by the lack of resources. Along with local allies, She established the foundation G.A.V.E (Ghana Aquaventure Emmanuel Foundation) with a mission to bring water to the villages.

Sep 7, 2024 | opb.org | Paul Marshall

For nearly 3 years, author R.G. Shore was incarcerated in a predominantly white and also racially divisive prison in the Pacific Northwest. During that time, Shore learned to meditate and create a safe space internally to work through his own traumas. In the memoir, “The Ocean Inside Me,” he talks about healing his own racial trauma as a person of color. Since his release, Shore has started the non-profit Northwest Wisdom where he helps others work on their own healing journey.

Aug 26, 2024 | opb.org | Paul Marshall

The Montavilla Jazz Festival is entering its second decade. It’s the only jazz festival in Portland that focuses on original music by local musicians. This year’s festival will feature more events and move live musicOPB radio host Paul Marshall spoke with Executive Director Neil Mattson about this year’s festival. The following transcript has been edited for clarity and length. Marshall: The Montavilla Jazz Festival is entering its second decade.