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BendBEAT

Brian Ladd

Booking Overview

A regional community-leadership interview show focused on Bend and Central Oregon’s business, housing, civic growth, and public services, typically featuring local organizational executives and community leaders. PR agencies could pitch regional business and nonprofit leaders, public-service and healthcare executives, and experts in housing, education, preservation, or outdoor recreation; booking difficulty is low to medium for candidates with strong local relevance and leadership experience.

Metrics

Episodes: 38

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 1.1k subscribers

Instagram: 2.7k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

admin@bendpropertysource.com

jamie@bendpropertysource.com

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Host

Brian Ladd - Leads conversations with people shaping Bend and Central Oregon.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Senior leaders of Bend and Central Oregon businesses, nonprofits, public-serving institutions, and community organizations, with direct expertise in regional issues.
Required Achievements:  

Recent Guest Discussions

Kelly Cannon-Miller - Bend And Central Oregon History, Historic Preservation, Growth, And Community Planning.

Sara Odendahl - Bend’s Business Community, Population Growth, Housing Affordability, Workforce Challenges, And Regional Policy.

Megan Haase - Community Health Centers, Healthcare Access And Affordability, Outreach Medicine, And Youth Mental Health.

John Merriman - Outdoor Recreation, The Future Of Mount Bachelor, Employee Housing, Transportation, And Community Input On Development.

Zak Boone - Community College, Education Access, Philanthropy, Volunteerism, And Regional Economic Resilience.

Recent Topics

Business, Regional Development, Housing, Healthcare, Education

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
BendBEAT
:

Bend, Oregon: History, Growth & Preservation with Kelly Cannon-Miller

October 12, 2026

How do we preserve what makes Bend special while planning for the community's future? In this episode of BendBeat, Brian Ladd sits down with Kelly Cannon-Miller, Executive Director of the Deschutes County Historical Society, to explore the stories, landmarks, and historical events that have shaped Bend and Central Oregon. Kelly shares her journey into public history and discusses why understanding the region's past is essential to making informed decisions about its future. From Indigenous hi...

Can Bend Grow Without Losing What Makes It Special? | Sara Odendahl | BendBeat Podcast

October 06, 2026

What does Bend's next chapter look like as the community continues to grow? In this episode of BendBeat, Brian Ladd sits down with Sara Odendahl, CEO of the Bend Chamber of Commerce, for a wide-ranging conversation about Bend's evolving business community, population growth, housing affordability, workforce challenges, and the decisions shaping Central Oregon's future. Sara shares her path from political consulting and public policy in Colorado to entrepreneurship in Bend, including launching...

The Hidden Backbone of Central Oregon Healthcare | Mosaic Community Health

October 05, 2026

What does it really take to build a healthier community in Central Oregon? In this BendBeat episode, Brian sits down with Megan Haase, CEO of Mosaic Community Health, to unpack the vital role Mosaic plays across Bend, Redmond, Prineville, Madras, and Sisters—and why their work impacts nearly one out of every eight Central Oregonians. They explore: ⦁ What "whole-person care" actually means in practice ⦁ How Mosaic evolved from a single modular clinic to serving over 36,000 patients ⦁ Why commu...

Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
BendBEAT
:

How do I get in touch with BendBEAT?

BendBEAT is hosted by Brian Ladd. Its publicly listed emails are admin@bendpropertysource.com and jamie@bendpropertysource.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for BendBEAT?

The publicly listed emails for BendBEAT: admin@bendpropertysource.com and jamie@bendpropertysource.com.

How many listeners does BendBEAT have?

Podseeker estimates BendBEAT reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for BendBEAT?

BendBEAT typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Senior leaders of Bend and Central Oregon businesses, nonprofits, public-serving institutions, and community organizations, with direct expertise in regional issues. Recent guests include Kelly Cannon-Miller, Sara Odendahl, and Megan Haase.

How hard is it to get booked on BendBEAT?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does BendBEAT cover?

Recent episodes cover Business, Regional Development, Housing, Healthcare, and Education. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

admin@bendpropertysource.com

jamie@bendpropertysource.com

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