Season 1, Episode 19 •Oct. 29, 2025 43 min
Beneath the glow of a Halloween moon, ODHS faces its fears, finds its footing, and proves that even in a season of shadows, compassion still conquers the creepiness. From budget bats and policy potions to plain-language spells and the steady light of foster-care heroes—this week’s episode brews equal parts humor, heart, and human service.
What’s Inside
Deadline: ODHS (8:26) & FACT of the Week (10:45)
-- Five-Percent Budget Proposal (Oct. 20)
-- Customer Service Policy (Oct. 20)
-- FACT of the Week (Oct. 22)
Head of the Class (13:01)
-- Plain Talk, Big Impact (Oct. 6)
-- Generations in the Workforce (Oct. 6)
The Big Picture (15:49) “Showing Up for Teens” — Christine Foley, Teen Permanency Worker (CW, Portland), shows how small acts of carebuild trust for youth in foster care. From Project Lemonade partnerships to consistent mentorship, she proves that policy means little without people.
Our Celebrity Pod.S.A. (30:30): Have a “Thriller” of a Halloween
Credits Hosts: Dr. Bethany Grace Howe — Communications Shenika — Community Partnership Coordinator, District 10
Produced by: Dr. Bethany Grace Howe
Contact: Questions / feedback: bethany.g.howe@odhs.oregon.gov