I'm Into This Place
I'm Into This Place is Clark County and Vancouver, Washington's arts, culture, and heritage podcast. We take you behind the scenes with the artists, makers, and community leaders shaping our local culture - from art and music to food, history, and heritage. Listen in as we bring you interviews, event previews, and tips on where to explore. Let’s get into the stories, sounds, and spirit of Vancouver, Camas, Ridgefield, and beyond!
Episodes
40 episodes
Plas Newyyd Arts Initative: Where Land Becomes Canvas -📍 Ridgefield, WA [Resharing]
This Christmas week, we revisit one of our favorite places: Plas Newydd Farm Arts Initiative, the organization transforming a historic 1,600-acre property in Ridgefield, WA into a sanctuary where conservation meets creativity. This unique progr...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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22:01
[Season Finale!] Behind the Mic: Building I'm Into This Place -📍Ridgefield, WA
In this season finale, Adriana Baer steps into the guest seat for a candid conversation with Jessica Geffen of The Sound Stage. Adriana shares the creative journey that led her from a career in theater directing to building I’m Into This Pl...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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23:55
Columbia Dance’s Nutcracker is Made for Vancouver -📍Vancouver, WA
Columbia Dance’s annual Nutcracker isn’t the typical holiday fare. This uniquely Vancouver production reimagines Tchaikovsky’s classic through the lens of local history, from Fort Vancouver’s fur traders to the Chinook “moon woman” Ilc...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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23:34
Temple Lentz Preserves History and Writes the Future -📍 Vancouver, WA
Temple Lentz doesn’t believe in silos. As President and CEO of The Historic Trust, Vancouver Port Commissioner, and a published novelist, she connects history, leadership, and creativity to help shape Clark County’s cultural and civic future. T...
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Episode 32
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22:35
[Update!] The Arts Hub: Has Our Arts Scene Finally Found a Home? -📍 Vancouver, WA
We've got an update! Adriana sits down with Christine Richardson to hear all about what's happening at the end of 2025 and what we can look forward to in 2026.The first half of this episode is a rebroadcast of our interview from May, 202...
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Episode 31
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25:15
Composer Kevin Hanlon’s Extraordinary Eclecticism - 📍Vancouver, WA
Kevin Hanlon's musical journey defies categorization. The composer, performer, and scholar has created work spanning classical orchestral pieces, rock anthems, jazz compositions, and civil rights tributes. Following his interests beat by beat, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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22:42
Rising Phoenix Farm Cultivates Art, Qi & Community -📍 Washougal, WA
Nestled just outside Washougal, Rising Phoenix is more than just a farm with a great view of Mt. Hood. It's a sanctuary for healing, creativity, and community connection all working under the nonprofit aptly named "Embrace Qi." Yv...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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23:17
Banyan Tree Movies Studio Produces Untold Stories -📍 Battle Ground, WA
Off the beaten track in rural Battle Ground, WA, an unexpected cinematic treasure has taken root. Banyan Tree Movies is bringing something unique to the Pacific Northwest film industry: a specialized production house focused on historica...
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Episode 28
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21:07
How the Art Gets Made: Inside Open Studios 2025 -📍 Clark County, WA
Grab your map, your coffee, and your most art-curious friend… Clark County Open Studios is back! Over 50 artists are opening their homes, barns, and studios for this free, annual, self-guided tour. See works in progress, meet the makers, and ma...
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Episode 27
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23:52
Amboy's Living History: North Clark Museum at 25 -📍 Amboy, WA
On the main drag of tiny Amboy, Washington, the North Clark Historical Museum stands as a testament to the community’s dedication to the preservation and celebration of local heritage. This year marks the museum's 25th anniversary, celebrating ...
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Episode 26
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21:23
A Gift to our City: Día de Muertos Festival Takes Center Stage -📍 Vancouver, WA
This weekend is the annual Día de Muertos Festival, brought to our community by Vancouver Ballet Folklórico. VBF is more than just a traditional Mexican dance company; it's a vibrant community hub, a cultural touchstone, and a place where herit...
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Episode 25
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23:49
Recluse Brew Works Makes Space (and Beer) for All -📍 Washougal, WA
Tucked away in an industrial corner of Washougal that's bordered by a wildlife refuge, Recluse Brew Works has quietly become a cornerstone of Clark County's thriving craft beer scene. Founded by brewer Gus Everson and managed by Richard La Rue,...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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24:46
Beyond ‘Ghost': From Kiln to Canvas with Ann Fleming -📍 Ridgefield, WA
The creative process sometimes feels like a mystery. It’s part inspiration, part spiritual connection, and many parts hard work. The artistic journey of Ann Fleming, a Ridgefield-based visual artist spans decades as she moved from ...
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Episode 23
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21:01
Classical Rebel: Nicole Buetti’s Orchestral Oddities -📍 Vancouver, WA
Nicole Buetti, contrabassoonist for the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, has built a remarkable career that spans classical performance, composition, and even online children's educational content creation. Through her work, she’s finding innovati...
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Episode 22
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22:00
Cooking Up Heart and Heritage at Elements Restaurant -📍 Vancouver, WA
Chef Miguel Sosa fell in love with cooking on his first day in a restaurant kitchen. Now, he crafts some of the region's most delicious and innovative dishes at his Elements Restaurant. There, he celebrates immigrant heritage, supports local fa...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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21:42
Love Street Playhouse Fills Houses and Hearts -📍 Woodland, WA
In a converted 1940s building in Woodland, Washington, something magical is taking place. The Love Street Playhouse, run by Melinda and Lou Pallotta, welcomes the larger regional community to experience live theater in a beautifully-crafted env...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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26:18
Ridgefield Multicultural Festival Builds Community -📍 Ridgefield, WA
The Ridgefield Multicultural Festival returns for its eighth year this weekend (this year's theme? Fun and Games!), continuing a tradition that began as a way to cultivate a more welcoming community for all residents. Megan Dudley, president of...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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20:30
Enspire Arts: Tackling the Arts Education Gap -📍 Camas, WA
Are you wondering if the kids of Clark County will have access to art, music, dance, or theater this year? It’s not looking so great, if we’re being honest. But there’s a shining light brightening up some dark corners these days.&nb...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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23:08
Pomeroy Cellars Cultivates Heritage and Community -📍 Yacolt, WA
Nestled down a beautiful, winding road alongside the Lewis River in Yacolt, Pomeroy Cellars represents more than a century of dedication to the land. Adjoining the Pomeroy Living History Farm, the Cellars is an award-winning winery, focused on ...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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25:31
McClaskey Institute Crafts Clark's Top Chefs -📍 Vancouver, WA
One of the best lunch spots in Clark County can be found at The McClaskey Culinary Institute at Clark College, the only culinary program with an accredited degree within 150 miles. This program trains some of the brightest and best chefs and ba...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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22:39
Pour Choices Pub: a Creative Haven on Main Street -📍 Vancouver, WA
A novelist, an artist, a dancer, and a musician walked into a bar. They looked around and thought “we can make something here.” And thus was born Pour Choices Pub, a community gathering place that brings together art, music, performance,...
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Episode 15
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22:47
Vancouver Arts & Music Festival Day 4! -📍 Vancouver, WA
It’s Vancouver Arts and Music Festival time! Here are my highlights and “don’t miss” events for today, August 3.Come visit us at our booth near the Music Stage. We’ll be here all weekend - can’t wait to see you!Festival Info...
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Vancouver Arts & Music Festival Day 3! -📍 Vancouver, WA
It’s Vancouver Arts and Music Festival time! Here are my highlights and “don’t miss” events for today, August 2.Come visit us at our booth near the Music Stage. We’ll be here all weekend - can’t wait to see you!Festival Info...
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