Rational in Portland

Kristin Olson

Booking Overview

Interview-driven public-affairs and civic-issues show focused on Portland politics, public safety, crime, leadership, and institutional decision-making, with frequent external guests offering direct professional or firsthand perspectives. Credible pitches include prosecutors, police and public-safety leaders, local political analysts, civic advocates, public-affairs professionals, and public figures with relevant experience; booking difficulty is medium because the show favors accessible subject-matter experts with strong local or issue-specific relevance.

Metrics

Episodes: 139

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

kristinlolson@icloud.com

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Host

Kristin Olson - Host and interviewer covering Portland politics, public safety, crime, leadership, and the people responsible for institutional decisions.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium

Typical Credentials:

Direct professional or firsthand expertise in Portland politics, policing, criminal justice, public safety, civic institutions, or related cultural and leadership issues; notable public-facing accomplishments can also qualify when tied to the show’s broader themes.

Required Achievements:

Senior or former roles in law enforcement, prosecution, government, or public affairs, Published political or civic commentary, Leadership of professional or advocacy organizations, Recognized media, entertainment, or cultural accomplishments with a relevant public-issues perspective

Recent Guest Discussions

Tully Kennedy - Music, Songwriting, Small-town Culture, Politics, Public Violence, And Surviving The 2017 Las Vegas Shooting.

Aaron Schmautz - Portland’s Police Staffing Shortage, Police Funding, And A Public-safety Ballot Measure.

Josh Marquis - Prosecuting Notorious Crimes, Oregon’s Criminal-justice System, Portland’s Decline, And Public Safety.

Max Steele - The Democratic Socialists Of America, Portland City Council Candidates, Political Ideology, And Portland Politics.

Elise Haas - Portland Police Funding, Recruitment And Training, And A Public-safety Ballot Measure.

Recent Topics

Politics, Public Safety, Policing, Criminal Justice, Local Government

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on

Rational in Portland

"Try That in a Small Town" co-writer and bassist Tully Kennedy

August 29, 2026

Tully Kennedy is a bassist, writer and producer. He has been Jason Aldean's bassist for over 25 years and co-wrote numerous hits, including the Billboard #1 "Try That in a Small Town". Tully grew up in the small town of Redford in upstate New York. He received his first CMA Triple Play Award, for the Jason Aldean hits that reached #1 in a 12-month span: “Blame It On You”, “Trouble With A Heartbreak”, and “If I Didn’t Love You” (with Carrie Underwood). He was onstage with Jason A...

How the Democratic Socialists of America Infiltrated Portland City Council - Max Steele

August 23, 2026

Max Steele is the author of the Substack "Recalibrate Portland." He discusses the etiology of the Democratic Socialists of America, how they ran successful candidates for Portland City Council, why he is a Zionist, and more.

A Prosecutor's View of Portland's Decline: Former Clatsop County DA Josh Marquis

August 23, 2026

Former Clatsop County DA Josh Marquis on prosecuting some of Oregon’s most notorious crimes, why he left the state, what brought him back, and what he believes happened to Portland.

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Frequently asked questions

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Rational in Portland

How do I get in touch with Rational in Portland?

Rational in Portland is hosted by Kristin Olson. Its publicly listed email is kristinlolson@icloud.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 Rational in Portland?

The publicly listed email for Rational in Portland: kristinlolson@icloud.com.

How many listeners does Rational in Portland have?

Podseeker estimates Rational in Portland reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Rational in Portland?

Rational in Portland typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Direct professional or firsthand expertise in Portland politics, policing, criminal justice, public safety, civic institutions, or related cultural and leadership issues; notable public-facing accomplishments can also qualify when tied to the show’s broader themes. Common among recent guests: Senior or former roles in law enforcement, prosecution, government, or public affairs; Published political or civic commentary; Leadership of professional or advocacy organizations. Recent guests include Tully Kennedy, Aaron Schmautz, and Josh Marquis.

How hard is it to get booked on Rational in Portland?

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

What topics does Rational in Portland cover?

Recent episodes cover Politics, Public Safety, Policing, Criminal Justice, and Local Government. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

kristinlolson@icloud.com

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