The Surprising History of Our Local Exports, From Tuna to Tofurkey

City Cast Portland · Oct 27, 2026 · 34m

Portland is famous for its music, coffee, craft beer, and a little sneaker brand called Nike — but our city and state’s influence goes far beyond that. Today on City Cast Portland, producers John Notarianni and Giulia Fiaoni join host Claudia Meza to talk about the history of some of the best and most surprising Oregon products.

This episode previously aired February 12, 2025.

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