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Writers' Bloc: Aron Nels Steinke

Aron Nels Steinke grew up reading coming books about superheroes. Now, he writes graphic novels loosely based on his ‘day job’ as a teacher. He talks to Jenny Hansson about how he started writing, drawing anthropomorphs and receiving notes from his students about farts.

Writers' Bloc: Brooke Barker

Writer and illustrator Brooke Barker likes Sad Animal Facts and witty thoughts. Jenny Hansson talks to her about her beginnings at a famous ad agency in Portland, being a quintessential millennial and about her newest book, a collaboration with her husband, that’s all about being weird.

Your Weather - Columbus Day Wind Storm

As we mark the 57th anniversary of one of the worst storms to ever hit the Pacific Northwest, KOIN meteorologist Kelley Bayern sits down with retired natural disaster reporter John Dodge to talk about the historical significance of the Columbus Day Storm and the odds that we might see another powerful wind storm in the near future.

Writers' Bloc Podcast: Marcia Coffey Turnquist

After a career in television news, former KOIN anchor Marcia Coffey Turnquist is now a published author. She talks to Jenny Hansson about the change in career paths, her first book The God of Sno Cone Blue and what comes next.

Your Weather - The BIG One

Everyone in the Pacific Northwest lives with the real threat of a Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake, commonly referred to as "The Big One." KOIN Meteorologists Kelley Bayern and Joseph Dames team up with the KOIN Digital team for a chat with local experts and city leaders to find out what will happen when it hits and what will happen after.

Jenny's Writers' Bloc - Nancy Richardson Fischer

Nancy Richardson Fischer started her career writing for the circus! After crafting stories about elephants and performers, she moved on to LucasFilm, and then landed a writing gig for famed gymnastics coach Bela Karoly. These days, Nancy is crafting young adult novels, and Jenny Hansson talks to her in this week's Writers' Bloc about how they're inspired by her real-life experiences. 

Where We Live: Interview with an icon

In this special-episode of the Where We Live podcast, Ken Boddie sits down with Walter Cole and Donald Horn to talk about how Darcelle came to be, the brand new musical, "That's No Lady," and commitment to the Portland community over the past five decades.

Your Weather - Fall Preview

Before you order that Pumpkin Spice Latte, it's time to get an idea what could impact the weather in the Pacific Northwest in the next few months. For this episode, KOIN 6 Meteorologist Kelley Bayern gets you ready for fall with an interesting conversation with Warning Coordination Meteorologist, Tyree Wilde from the National Weather Service.

Jenny's Writers' Bloc - William Ritter

William Ritter is not only a New York Times bestselling author, but he's also braves the classroom every day as a high school teacher in Oregon. In this week's Writers' Bloc, Jenny talks to him about his successful Jackaby series for young adult readers, how Sherlock Holmes impacted his writing and how he draws inspiration from his own life for his fictional stories. 

Your Weather - Back to School

Back to school season is here and weather plays a big role in getting out the door each morning. Meteorologist Joseph Dames sits down with Ashley, a local working mom, to talk about how the forecast each day changes how kids and parents get ready.