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LiteraryScapeFrom Mount St. Helens to Fire Mountain: A Conversation with Dana MentinkThis week on the LiteraryScape Friday Book Club, host Melissa LaShure welcomed author Dana Mentink to discuss her thrilling new suspense novel, Fire Mountain. In this captivating conversation, Dana shared the inspiration behind her unique setting, her fascinating protagonist, and what readers can expect from this high-stakes survival story.A Volcano, A Trucker, and A Baby: The Perfect StormDana Mentink's latest novel, Fire Mountain, combines several compelling elements that immediately grab your attention. The story follows a female long-distance trucker who finds herself trapped in a volcanic eruption zone after a mysterious accident. But...2025-07-2522 min
Town Talk CafeSaint Helens ACE Hardware Customer Appreciation ShowTown Talk Café attends Saint Helens ACE Hardware Customer Appreciation Event. Meet folks who live and workin Saint Helens …2025-07-2154 min
The EvergreenOPB investigates decades-old allegations of abuse by St. Helens teacherThis episode involves sexual abuse. Please keep that in mind in choosing when and where to listen. And if you or someone you know may be a victim of sexual abuse, confidential support, information and advice are available at the National Sexual Assault Hotline by calling 800-656-4673.
Description: In November of 2024 protests erupted in the small Oregon city of St. Helens. Students and parents called for more accountability after two teachers were arrested for allegedly abusing students. A police investigation led to the arrests of choir teacher Eric Stearns and recently retired math teacher Ma...2025-07-0728 min
What if it's True PodcastMt St Helens BigfootMt St Helens BigfootIn the mid-1960s, Butch's fascination with Bigfoot began after overhearing his father's conversation and reading an Argosy magazine article about 1930s gold prospectors in Ape Canyon near Mount St. Helens, who encountered curious but non-threatening Bigfoot creatures, culminating in a violent boulder-throwing incident after one was shot. This sparked a lifelong passion for Bigfoot hunting with his father, including camping trips south of Mount St. Helens where they heard tree knocking and whoops, and visits to local prospectors in Cougar, who confirmed peaceful interactions with Bigfoot and shared stories of the Ape Canyon...2025-07-0431 min
Crazy Nauka121. Erupcja St. Helens - fala ognia i rozerwana góraErupcja wulkanu Mt St Helens była spektakularna. I rozegrała się pod ścisłą obserwacją naukowców i fotografów, spośród których część, niestety, tego nie przeżyła.W 1980 roku w powietrze wyleciała spora część góry. Jedno z jezior się wychlapnęło ze zbiornika, a inne, wraz z rzekami, wyparowały. Pędzące chmury rozgrzanych gazów i pyłów wypaliły szeroki pas o długości ponad 30 km. Dzieła zniszczenia dokonały rwące strumienie błota, które "zabetonowały" doliny nawet na ponad 40 km od podnóży wulkanu.Specjaliści wiedzieli, że wu...2025-07-011h 03
RV Out WestMount St. Helens: First ImpressionsWe finally made the journey into the heart of one of the Pacific Northwest’s most iconic and hauntingly beautiful landscapes—Mount St. Helens. More than just the site of a historic eruption, Mount St. Helens is a powerful symbol of nature’s destruction and resilience. Over 40 years ago on May 18, 1980, the mountain exploded with a force that shocked the world reshaping the region in seconds. From lava-scarred ridgelines to lush alpine meadows, we explore how the land has healed and how nature has reclaimed this once-barren space. You’ll hear what it feels like to stand beneath t...2025-06-0221 min
Clark County Today NewsMount St. Helens Visitor Center reopens May 31The Mount St. Helens Visitor Center in Castle Rock reopens May 31 with new interactive exhibits highlighting the area’s natural and cultural history. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/mount-st-helens-visitor-center-reopens-may-31/ #ClarkCounty #localnews #MountStHelens #visitorcenter #CowlitzIndianTribe #CastleRockWA #WashingtonStateParks #volcano #history #familyfun2025-05-2902 min
Earthquake!From Quiet Mountain to Cataclysm: The 1980 Eruption of Mount St. Helens Hosts Linda and Sequoya explore the catastrophic 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens through the contrasting stories of two men: 83-year-old lodge owner Harry R. Truman, who stubbornly refused evacuation despite repeated warnings, and 30-year-old volcanologist David A. Johnston, whose final radio transmission—"Vancouver! Vancouver! This is it!"—immortalized his ultimate sacrifice for public safety. Through vivid storytelling, the podcast chronicles the dramatic sequence of events from the first warning signs to the fateful morning of May 18, 1980, when a magnitude 5.1 earthquake triggered history's largest recorded landslide and an unexpected lateral blast. Truman, paradoxically both dismissive of the danger and accepting of his...2025-05-2026 min
Cascade of HistoryBONUS ERUPTION EPISODE: Beard & Erickson of KGW Broadcast First Blast at Mt. St. Helens - 3/27/1980On this bonus ERUPTION episode of CASCADE OF HISTORY, Feliks Banel speaks with John Erickson and Mike Beard who covered the first eruption of Mount St. Helens for radio station KGW in Portland, Oregon on March 27, 1980. Erickson was news director and Beard was a reporter who just happened to be airborne over the mountain on the day of that first eruption 45 years ago. The two worked together to get Beard on the air and spread the news to Portland and the world that Mount St. Helens had awakened from a century or more of slumber. The more destructive - and...2025-03-2638 min
PCPG's A Poorly Sorted but Well Rounded SeriesMt. St. HelensMt. St. Helens is a name that looms large in the mind of any geologist or the mind of anyone who was alive in the USA in 1980. The 1980 eruption of Mt. St. Helens was one of the greatest natural disasters ever to hit the United States of America. The sobering part of it is that it will happen again. This podcast examines the lead up to the 1980 eruption from the point of view of the geologists who met and dealt with the event. 2025-03-0658 min
Compact DisastersThe 1980 Mount St. Helens EruptionEpisode 30 of 5 Minute Disasters explores the catastrophic 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens, the most devastating volcanic disaster in United States history. On 18 May, a powerful explosion shattered the mountain, triggering a massive landslide and releasing an ash cloud that darkened skies for miles. The blast obliterated forests, destroyed homes, and claimed 57 lives, leaving behind a transformed landscape and an unprecedented case study for volcanologists. In this episode, we examine the events leading up to the eruption, the destruction it caused, and the lasting impact it had on science and disaster preparedness. Please consider supporting the show by...2025-03-0108 min
The Cryptid HuntressMount St. Helens Eruption, Bigfoot Bodies & the National Guard Cover-UpOn the morning of May 18, 1980, the Mount St. Helens volcano erupted in Washington, creating devastation for miles and taking the lives of 57 people. The explosion sent out a sideways blast, destroying everything in its path. Humans and animals alike were terribly affected by the disaster and the Washington National Guard was called in to assist in the clean-up and removal of bodies. Eyewitnesses came forward after the event claiming that they encountered injured and deceased Bigfoot creatures while serving as active-duty National Guard members.Did the U.S. government cover-up their involvement gathering bigfoot bodies in the wake...2025-01-141h 22
Science with The Blunt LettersS4 Ep 22: Gopher witches save Mt. Saint Helens!This week on the Blunt Letters podcast we discuss the Earth’s changing climate, the steps scientists are taking to combat disasters, and how gophers helped Mt. Saint Helens bounce back after the famous eruption in 1980. Plus! We have another Space Update. Four people recently came back to Earth from the International Space Station, but not Willaims and Wilmore - the astronauts who were only supposed to stay for a week, we’ll tell you why!
Featuring the original song “Cat Madness” by Micaela Superstar
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We Are MitchellDonna Stafford - Helens RestaurantThis episode is a sad one. We talk with Donna Stafford, the owner of Helens Restaurant in Bakersville. She shares a brief history of the restaurant that was originally started by Wylie and Helen Hobson in 1956 and has been a fixture of the community ever since. A gathering place for ball teams after practice, local groups, and of course, Rhododendron Festival queens, Helens was tightly woven into the fabric of Bakersville society. Donna shares what happened when Helene paid the visit, and she discusses the limbo she and the restaurant are in since the building has been condemned and...2024-11-2518 min
Backroad Odyssey : Travel, Van Life & Lost LocationsMount Saint Helens - America's Deadliest Eruption44 years after it's eruption, Noodles and I camp at the base of the - still active - Mount Saint Helens. We explore the tales of Harry Truman, the lodge owner who famously refused to leave despite the looming danger, and David Johnston, a devoted volcanologist committed to monitoring the volcano and saving lives. We also make a case for why this iconic volcano, nestled within the majestic Cascade Range, remains a must-see destination for nature and history lovers. Works Cited: https://www.jstor.org/stable/40475407?searchText=mount+saint+helens&search...2024-10-2423 min
Bigfoot and Beyond with Cliff and BoboEp. 279 - Joe Bongiovanni & Mount St. Helens!Cliff Barackman speaks with sasquatch researcher Joe Bongiovanni! Beyond Joe's relentless pursuit of the sasquatch, he's also the curator of North Fork Survivors, a museum that hosts the world's largest collection of original artifacts collected from the blast zone of Mount St. Helens! Cliff and Joe discuss field research in the Mount St. Helens area, Joe's experiences, and much more!Donate to Joe's mission here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-joe-preserve-mt-st-helens-artifacts-and-human-history?qid=814b63d9afdbd6e8f79e7d090d6ad224Watch Eli Watson's documentary featuring Joe's work here: https://youtu.be/gK3vN5Lh0BY...2024-09-091h 10
The CRUX: True Survival StoriesEscape from Hell: One Photographer's Fight to Survive Mount St. Helens | E123In this episode of Crux True Survival Stories, hosts Kaycee McIntosh and Julie Henningsen recount the harrowing experiences of photographers Robert Landsburg and Reid Blackburn during the catastrophic eruption of Mount St. Helens on May 18th, 1980. They explore the immense power of the volcano and its impact on both human lives and the natural landscape. The episode also highlights David Crockett’s incredible survival story, emphasizing quick thinking and resilience amidst chaos. With heartfelt shoutouts and fascinating insights, this episode is a gripping exploration of nature's fury and human courage.
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00:38 Special Shoutout to Teva2024-09-0238 minThe CRUX: True Survival StoriesThe Epic Mt. St. Helens Eruption: Venus Dergan and Ronald Reitan's Unexpected Survival | E122In this episode of the Crux True Survival podcast, host Kaycee McIntosh and co-host Julie Henningsen recount the harrowing events of the Mount St. Helens eruption. They share vivid survivor stories, including Venus Dergan, Ronald Reitan's narrow escape, and explore the geological forces that led to the catastrophic 1980 event. The episode delves into the science behind the eruption, the warning signs observed by volcanologists, and the legacy of the event that claimed 57 lives, including that of USGS volcanologist David Johnston.
00:00 Introduction to the Crux True Survival Podcast
00:18 Mount St. Helens Eruption: A Personal Connection
01:33 Survivors' Harrowing Exp...2024-08-2639 min
Weltwach Klangreise – Streifzüge zum Entspannen, Meditieren und Einschlafen#14: Im Inneren einer Gletscherhöhle – auf dem Vulkan Mount St. Helens (2/2)Auch diese Weltwach Klangreise führt uns auf den Mount St. Helens im Nordwesten der USA. Wir erkunden eine Gletscherhöhle, die sich aufgrund der Hitze aus dem Untergrund gebildet hat, die aus den Tiefen des Vulkans aufsteigt und Tunnel, Kammern und Schächte in den Eispanzer frisst. Überall perlt das Schmelzwasser in feinen, silbernen Fäden herab, von der Decke zum Boden und die Wände hinunter. Es sammelt sich in kleinen Bächen und strömt weiter, hinein in kleine Tunnel, die tiefer ins Eis führen.Hier, umgeben von einem Eispanzer und gluckerndem Wasser, finden wi...2024-08-1309 min
Begin A Ground-Breaking Full Audiobook On Your Commute.A Hero on Mount St. Helens by Melanie Holmes, Jeff Renner - forewordPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/62292to listen full audiobooks.
Title: A Hero on Mount St. Helens
Author: Melanie Holmes, Jeff Renner - foreword
Narrator: Jeff Renner
Format: mp3
Length: 6 hrs and 14 mins
Release date: 08-07-24
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 1 rating
Genres: Outdoors & Nature
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Serendipity placed David Johnston on Mount St. Helens when the volcano rumbled to life in March 1980. Throughout that ominous spring, Johnston was part of a team conducting scientific research that underpinned warnings about the mountain. Those warnings saved thousands of lives when the most devastating volcanic eruption in U.S. history blew apart...2024-08-076h 14Weltwach Klangreise – Streifzüge zum Entspannen, Meditieren und Einschlafen#13: Welt aus Eis und Stein – auf dem Vulkan Mount St. Helens (1/2)In dieser Weltwach Klangreise begeben wir uns an einen ganz besonderen Ort: in eine Höhle. Diese Höhle befindet sich im Inneren eines Gletschers. Und dieser Gletscher wiederum befindet sich auf einem Vulkan. Es ist eine Welt aus Eis und Stein – ein Ort, wie es ihn auf der ganzen Welt nur wenige Mal gibt. Schauplatz dieser Klangreise ist der Vulkan Mount St. Helens im Süden des US-Bundesstaates Washington. Und wie immer stammen sämtliche in dieser Klangreise genutzten Geräusche direkt von vor Ort. Mitgebracht hat sie uns GEO-Redakteur Jörn Auf dem Kampe, mit dem w...2024-07-3012 min
Restless Killers and MysteriesCatastrophe in the Cascades: Mount St. Helens' Explosive AwakeningIn the podcast episode titled "Ring of Fire: The Mount St. Helens Eruption and Its Lasting Legacy," host Roger Heilig explores the dramatic and catastrophic eruption of Mount St. Helens that occurred on May 18, 1980. The episode begins with Roger setting the scene in the picturesque Pacific Northwest, describing its verdant forests and rugged landscapes. He introduces Mount St. Helens as a once tranquil and scenic mountain, part of the Cascade Range, which dramatically transformed with its eruption.Roger delves into the geological background, explaining how Mount St. Helens is part of the Pacific Ring...2024-05-1724 min
Creation Today PodcastHow Mount St. Helens Rescued Creation Science with Eric Hovind & Bill Hoesch | Creation Today Show #371God gifted creation scientists with modern-day evidence regarding the formation of many worldwide geological phenomena we see today when Mount St. Helens blew its dome on May 18, 1980. The destruction literally left a mountain of evidence to dig through. The observable, recorded facts revealed formations that, although once thought to take years to form, happened in just minutes, hours, and days. These discoveries re-shaped our understanding of geological processes, substantiating the Catastrophic Model of the Worldwide Flood.
Join Eric Hovind and Geologist Bill Hoesch as they sift through this mountain of evidence and analyze how it helped rescue...2024-05-1630 min
U.S. Phenomenon with Mario MagañaEchoes of Mount St. Helens: Reflecting on Nature's Fury and Resilience 44 Years LaterAs I sit down with Mark Christopher to reflect on the 44th anniversary of Mount St. Helens' eruption, we find ourselves enveloped in the haunting echoes of the past, a landscape forever altered. Our conversation travels through the eerie quiet of the pre-eruption wilderness, once rich with Bigfoot legend, to the blast's stark aftermath likened to lunar desolation. Through Mark's eyes, we re-experience President Carter's visit, Harry Truman's enduring defiance, and the surprising moments of unity among wildlife in the face of catastrophe. We explore the contrast of regrowth, where new forests' uniformity starkly contrasts the grandeur of the ancient...2024-05-1658 min
The Grit City PodcastGCP: Saturday Night Grit - Aurora Borealis, Mt. St. Helens, and CrypticonThe crew discusses the aurora borealis, Crypticon adventure, Jeff’s Capades, and much more!
00:16 — Justin sets the stage by wishing Happy Mother's Day to our listeners who are mothers. Jeff stirs up anticipation for the hot aurora borealis medicine, and Justin shares the best way to witness the breathtaking northern lights. He also hints at the upcoming anniversary of Mount St. Helens, Jeff's reflections on living through it, and Derek discusses the intriguing Ape Caves story.
23:43 — Jeff reads about what people visiting Ape Caves can expect to see, Justin talks about when the capes were named...2024-05-151h 29The EvergreenRemembering the Mount St Helens eruption and people who died on the mountainEveryone who was in the Pacific Northwest on May 18, 1980 has some kind of story about the Mount Saint Helens eruption. OPB producer Ian McKluskey recently revisited that fateful day with some people who remember it very well for both personal and professional reasons. We talk with Ian about unearthing lost stories from Mount St Helens.
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Curd is the Word[VEGAN] Mount St. Helens + Pepper JackSend us a textWelcome back to another episode of Curd is the Word! Today, we're diving into the delicious realm of vegan cheeses. Join us as we explore the remarkable evolution of vegan cheese, sampling Mount Saint Helens from Wendy's Nutty Cheese and Pepper Jack by Darë.Prepare your taste buds for a flavorful adventure as we discuss the impressive strides made in vegan cheese quality, taste, and texture. Hear insights from the passionate cheesemakers themselves, about their craft and dedication to creating delectable dairy-free alternatives. From creamy textures to bold flavors, we...2024-04-0926 min
Truth about Local GovernmentSt Helens, a council where ambition, innovation and delivery exists. Part 2.Kath O'Dwyer - Chief Executive of St Helens Council, is a fantastic example of a leader who encourages a culture of transparency, innovation and delivery. We discussed:St Helens history and ambitionThe career opportunities local government offersThe challenges facing local governmentKath's journey and role with SolaceWhat high performance in local government means to Kath.2024-01-0425 min
Truth about Local GovernmentSt Helens, a council where ambition, innovation and delivery exists. Part 1. Kath O'Dwyer - Chief Executive of St Helens Council, is a fantastic example of a leader who encourages a culture of transparency, innovation and delivery. We discussed:St Helens history and ambitionThe career opportunities local government offersThe challenges facing local governmentKath's journey and role with SolaceWhat high performance in local government means to Kath.2024-01-0424 min
Doomed to FailEp 66 - Volcanoes Part 6 - George Vancouver, this is it!: The Eruption of Mt. St. HelensIn our penultimate volcano episode, we explore the 1980 eruption of Mt. Saint Helens in Washington State. It's lucky that it was a weekend and lucky that the land was mainly used for foresting, otherwise, the devastation could have been in the tens of thousands of lost lives like we've seen. It's a story of forestation, preservation, and vulcanologists doing one of the most dangerous jobs out there. We're proud of you guys! Thank you for your service and please email us we'd love to ask you a million questions!Pics via AI and the CC. (t...2023-11-1540 min
Turn(er) UpCarleen Mathews - CrossFit St. HelensCarleen is a 3x CrossFit Games competitor. In 2019 at the CrossFit games she placed 2nd in the world in the women's 35-39 age group and 7th in 2022. Carleen is the owner of CrossFit St. Helens and has overcome drug and alcohol addiction with the help of CrossFit. She currently runs a recovery program out of CrossFit St. Helens that is free to anyone with at least 48 hours clean and sober. 2023-11-131h 30
PNW Haunts & HomicidesGhosts of Halloweentown: Spirit of St. HelensGrab your broomsticks, and join us on a tour unlike any other you've taken before. Get to know some of the famous fall celebrations amidst the eerie streets of St. Helens, OR - a town steeped in history, hauntings, and Halloween! Every year the town transforms into the Spirit of Halloweentown, a month-long celebration of all things spooky. St. Helens was a backdrop for Disney’s Halloweentown and Twilight, but did you know that the serene St. Helens waterfront holds secrets darker than the depths of Columbia River itself? We're not just talking about the Witches on the Water weekend! 2023-10-1054 min
Off the Trails6: Survival - Mount St. Helens EruptionThe 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens was a side of Earth’s power few people see. Their stories may sound like a scene from a movie but for survivors it was a real life experience unlike any other. Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to include in a listener episode, send it to us at offthetrailspodcast@gmail.com Please take a m...2023-07-2132 min
Peak NorthwestRevisiting what it's like to summit Mount St. Helens for the first timeProgramming note: This is a rebroadcast of an excellent episode from September, 2022. The 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens is considered the most destructive volcanic eruption in United States history. The explosion reduced the mountain’s elevation by about 1,370 feet. Today, hikers and mountaineers set off to the volcano for the day-long adventure to climb to the top. The reduced elevation makes the trek suitable for beginner mountaineers, too.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, co-host Vickie Connor talks about her first volcanic summit at Mount St. Helens.Here are...2023-07-2024 min
Disaster QueenMount St. Helens Eruption - May 18, 1980On May 18, 1980 the sleeping giant that was Mount St. Helens awoke and erupted with a force that blew even studied geologists away with its violence. We'll deep dive into the eruption and it's devastating toll, including a massive loss of human life and an unprecedented environmental destruction. Mount St. Helens killed 57, wounded many many more, and destroyed hundreds of homes and thousands of acres of forest. Why didn't authorities do more to protect the people in the surrounding areas when the mountain was giving clear signs that an eruption was imminent? We'll cover all that on more on this...2023-06-0128 min
Everything Everywhere DailyMount St. HelensOn May 18, 1980, one of the most violent and cataclysmic natural disasters of the modern era took place. Mount St. Helens, a stratovolcano located approximately 100 miles or 160 kilometers south of Seattle, exploded. The effects of the explosion could be noticed over 1,000 miles away, and it forever changed the landscape of southern Washington State.Learn more about Mount Saint Helens, the explosion, and its future, on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily.SponsorsBetterHelp is an online platform that provides therapy and counseling services to individuals in need of...2023-05-1914 min
Curious CatCASCADIA #3: Mount St. Helens a Volcanic, Topless Goddess (43 years after the epic eruption)Send us a textThis episode is dedicated to Grammie Donna, who would have turned 93 years old today. I think she'd like this episode and the description of Mount St. Helens as a topless goddess. I miss and love you, Donna.To say I know Mount St. Helens intimately is an understatement. I’ve breathed bits of her into my lungs and nostrils. I filtered her ash through my ten year old fingers and collected cups of her for god knows what reason after her epic 1980 eruption. Legends about the mountain stretch back thousands of ye...2023-05-1841 min