This is a wide-ranging conversation between two old friends, with Jonathan Ruggles, Host starting a podcast called "Between Two Humidors." The bulk of the discussion focuses on the career of Jason Atkinson: his early years as a ski instructor, his subsequent 14 year career in Oregon politics, including a run for governor, and his pivotal leadership in negotiating the largest restoration project in American history in the Klamath Basin. Learn more about that project at www.ariverbetweenus.com
The conversation then shifts to Atkinson’s current work running a non-profit that provides fly-fishing trips for pastors, reflecting his view that pastors are essential community leaders who are often undervalued and overworked. The two conclude with a discussion of current events, like our 2nd Amendment, MAGA as a Monarchy, and offering a somewhat pessimistic view of American political discourse while still expressing optimism about the country's future.
Guest Links
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jasonaatkinson
Website: www.jasonaatkinson.com
Pastors Monday: www.pastorsmonday.com
Documentary “A River Between Us” / https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B014IQ8FMG/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r
Short Film “Man Out” / https://youtu.be/ukY1foRjO48?si=ryL71CpS_3InNV7w
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