Bend Don't Break: New Podcast, Hosted by Publisher Aaron Switzer

A chat with regional economist Damon Runberg about the future of Central Oregon's economy

April 29, 2020

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Bend Don't Break is the newest podcast series from the Source Weekly, hosted by our publisher Aaron Switzer, who started Bend's first and only alternative weekly two decades ago. Aaron dives into range of topics relevant to the COVID-19 pandemic like the economy, the local anti-lockdown movement, mental health effects of social isolation and much more.

This week we talk with Damon Runberg, a regional economist for Central Oregon. Damon offers some expertise about tourism trends, unemployment and some hope for the future.

Look for updates every week!

Source Weekly - Bend, Oregon · The Central Oregon Economy in a Pandemic

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