Winston Szeto
@winstonszeto.bsky.social
Fast typist, slow writer, Unapologetically 🇨🇦. Digital producer at Oregon Public Broadcasting. CBC alum. Tips: [email protected]. Work portfolio: https://authory.com/winstonszeto-1
At 6’9’’, Oregon governor hopeful Chris Dudley, a Republican formerly with Portland Trail Blazers, is more of a towering figure than BC Premier David Eby, 6’7’’, and former Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister.
Chris Dudley mulls entering Oregon governor’s race
Back into the game? Former NBA basketball player Chris Dudley mulls entering governor’s race
opb.org
November 22, 2025 at 6:01 AM
At 6’9’’, Oregon governor hopeful Chris Dudley, a Republican formerly with Portland Trail Blazers, is more of a towering figure than BC Premier David Eby, 6’7’’, and former Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister.
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#BREAKING: Former Harvard President Lawrence H. Summers will immediately leave his role as an instructor at Harvard while the University investigates his ties to child sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein.
Dhruv T. Patel and Cam N. Srivastava report.
Dhruv T. Patel and Cam N. Srivastava report.
Summers Will Not Finish Semester of Teaching as Harvard Investigates Epstein Ties | News | The Harvard Crimson
Former Harvard President Lawrence H. Summers will immediately leave his role as an instructor at Harvard while the University investigates his ties to child sex trafficker Jeffrey E. Epstein.
www.thecrimson.com
November 20, 2025 at 12:30 AM
#BREAKING: Former Harvard President Lawrence H. Summers will immediately leave his role as an instructor at Harvard while the University investigates his ties to child sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein.
Dhruv T. Patel and Cam N. Srivastava report.
Dhruv T. Patel and Cam N. Srivastava report.
“The emails released last week include numerous exchanges between Summers and Epstein dating from at least 2013 to 2019, which include Summers making sexist comments and seeking Epstein’s romantic advice.”
Racist comments as well.
www.cnn.com/2025/11/19/u...
Racist comments as well.
www.cnn.com/2025/11/19/u...
The Crimson: Harvard to open probe into former university president Larry Summers’ ties to Jeffrey Epstein | CNN
Harvard is launching an investigation into former university president Larry Summers’ relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein after a trove of emails released last week showed years o...
www.cnn.com
November 20, 2025 at 1:58 AM
“The emails released last week include numerous exchanges between Summers and Epstein dating from at least 2013 to 2019, which include Summers making sexist comments and seeking Epstein’s romantic advice.”
Racist comments as well.
www.cnn.com/2025/11/19/u...
Racist comments as well.
www.cnn.com/2025/11/19/u...
New from me: Today marks the 50th anniversary of “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” release in the U.S., on Nov. 19, 1965. I wrote up a piece with OPB after talking to 3 ppl involved in this project and Indigenous mental health. I also visited the hospital museum last month.
opb.org/article/2025...
opb.org/article/2025...
November 19, 2025 at 7:29 PM
New from me: Today marks the 50th anniversary of “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” release in the U.S., on Nov. 19, 1965. I wrote up a piece with OPB after talking to 3 ppl involved in this project and Indigenous mental health. I also visited the hospital museum last month.
opb.org/article/2025...
opb.org/article/2025...
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The acting head of the Internal Revenue Service resigned after the Treasury Department and Homeland Security reached an agreement to share tax data from some immigrants living in the country without legal status.
(via @wbur.org)
(via @wbur.org)
'Federal government will be damaged': Former IRS official on plan to share immigrant data with ICE
The acting head of the Internal Revenue Service resigned after the Treasury Department and Homeland Security reached an agreement to share tax data from some immigrants living in the country without l...
www.wbur.org
April 10, 2025 at 12:37 AM
The acting head of the Internal Revenue Service resigned after the Treasury Department and Homeland Security reached an agreement to share tax data from some immigrants living in the country without legal status.
(via @wbur.org)
(via @wbur.org)
Just before Veterans Day (or Remembrance Day in Canada), the city of Vancouver in Washington state officially adopted its new flag, retiring the old one that’s been used since 1993.
The current flag of Vancouver B.C. was adopted in 1983. Time to consider a new design? opb.org/article/2025...
The current flag of Vancouver B.C. was adopted in 1983. Time to consider a new design? opb.org/article/2025...
Vancouver, Washington adopts new city flag
Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle called the new flag a “powerful reflection” of the city.
opb.org
November 13, 2025 at 5:10 AM
Just before Veterans Day (or Remembrance Day in Canada), the city of Vancouver in Washington state officially adopted its new flag, retiring the old one that’s been used since 1993.
The current flag of Vancouver B.C. was adopted in 1983. Time to consider a new design? opb.org/article/2025...
The current flag of Vancouver B.C. was adopted in 1983. Time to consider a new design? opb.org/article/2025...
The saga is over: the Canadian Food Inspection Agency confirmed today it had killed all the ostriches exposed to avian flu at a farm in BC’s Kootenay region. The CFIA’s plan to cull the birds, and its legal battle with the farmers, was so significant it triggered RFK Jr’s intervention.
Marksmen complete cull at B.C. ostrich farm, CFIA says | CBC News
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says it used professional marksmen to complete a cull of a large flock of ostriches in southern B.C. where avian flu was detected last December, ending a months-lon...
www.cbc.ca
November 8, 2025 at 6:12 AM
The saga is over: the Canadian Food Inspection Agency confirmed today it had killed all the ostriches exposed to avian flu at a farm in BC’s Kootenay region. The CFIA’s plan to cull the birds, and its legal battle with the farmers, was so significant it triggered RFK Jr’s intervention.
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This is great news.
But don't let it get lost that the staff that make up The OPB-KMHD Creators Union are the ones who go on the air multiple times a year to ask for that financial support. #unionstrong
But don't let it get lost that the staff that make up The OPB-KMHD Creators Union are the ones who go on the air multiple times a year to ask for that financial support. #unionstrong
OPB has closed this year’s $5 million budget gap created when Congress ended federal funding. Our work is not done. A strong future for free and fair journalism requires your support.
https://www.opb.org/pressroom/presidents-update-funding-cut-update-building-trust/
https://www.opb.org/pressroom/presidents-update-funding-cut-update-building-trust/
November 6, 2025 at 5:17 PM
This is great news.
But don't let it get lost that the staff that make up The OPB-KMHD Creators Union are the ones who go on the air multiple times a year to ask for that financial support. #unionstrong
But don't let it get lost that the staff that make up The OPB-KMHD Creators Union are the ones who go on the air multiple times a year to ask for that financial support. #unionstrong
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Meg Samples-Morrow shares her story for our “what our audience doesn’t know” series.
"The people bringing you jazz around the clock are struggling to make ends meet ourselves."
-Meg Samples-Morrow, KMHD host/producer @megsamples.bsky.social
Continue reading ⬇️
"The people bringing you jazz around the clock are struggling to make ends meet ourselves."
-Meg Samples-Morrow, KMHD host/producer @megsamples.bsky.social
Continue reading ⬇️
November 6, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Meg Samples-Morrow shares her story for our “what our audience doesn’t know” series.
"The people bringing you jazz around the clock are struggling to make ends meet ourselves."
-Meg Samples-Morrow, KMHD host/producer @megsamples.bsky.social
Continue reading ⬇️
"The people bringing you jazz around the clock are struggling to make ends meet ourselves."
-Meg Samples-Morrow, KMHD host/producer @megsamples.bsky.social
Continue reading ⬇️
Kelowna BC has been named a Creative City of Gastronomy, being the first Canadian city receiving this moniker from UNESCO. In the U.S., Tucson and San Antonio were named so in 2015 and 2017 respectively.
I’m so honoured to have lived and worked in this beautiful city.
I’m so honoured to have lived and worked in this beautiful city.
Kelowna, B.C., is the 1st Canadian city recognized by UNESCO for its food and cuisine | CBC Radio
The picturesque lakeside city in Okanagan Valley has been designated a “Creative City of Gastronomy ” by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
www.cbc.ca
November 6, 2025 at 6:07 AM
Kelowna BC has been named a Creative City of Gastronomy, being the first Canadian city receiving this moniker from UNESCO. In the U.S., Tucson and San Antonio were named so in 2015 and 2017 respectively.
I’m so honoured to have lived and worked in this beautiful city.
I’m so honoured to have lived and worked in this beautiful city.
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@lisaeffinwood.bsky.social shares her story for our "what our audience doesn't know" series.
"I don't want to have to choose between the job I love and financial stability. I want to work at OPB, sustainably, for the long term." - Lisa Wood, OPB Announcer/Programming Coordinator
Continue reading ⬇️
"I don't want to have to choose between the job I love and financial stability. I want to work at OPB, sustainably, for the long term." - Lisa Wood, OPB Announcer/Programming Coordinator
Continue reading ⬇️
November 5, 2025 at 7:27 PM
@lisaeffinwood.bsky.social shares her story for our "what our audience doesn't know" series.
"I don't want to have to choose between the job I love and financial stability. I want to work at OPB, sustainably, for the long term." - Lisa Wood, OPB Announcer/Programming Coordinator
Continue reading ⬇️
"I don't want to have to choose between the job I love and financial stability. I want to work at OPB, sustainably, for the long term." - Lisa Wood, OPB Announcer/Programming Coordinator
Continue reading ⬇️
Just received this lovely beaded poppy, handmade by Vancouver BC-based Heiltsuk artist Raquel Lockhorst yesterday evening, just in time for countdown to Remembrance Day on Nov. 11. It’s important to support Indigenous artists when the internet is flooded with vendors selling fake Indigenous artwork.
November 1, 2025 at 12:21 AM
Just received this lovely beaded poppy, handmade by Vancouver BC-based Heiltsuk artist Raquel Lockhorst yesterday evening, just in time for countdown to Remembrance Day on Nov. 11. It’s important to support Indigenous artists when the internet is flooded with vendors selling fake Indigenous artwork.
The end of an era: the iconic Floata Seafood Restaurant in Vancouver BC Chinatown has to close for good due to significant amount of unpaid rent to the city. I covered so many events at this institution that were well attended by federal, provincial and municipal politicians.
City of Vancouver terminates Floata restaurant's lease after 30 years in Chinatown | CBC News
A large seafood restaurant, known for hosting banquets in Vancouver's Chinatown, has closed with the city posting a lease termination notice on its door.
www.cbc.ca
October 31, 2025 at 5:41 AM
The end of an era: the iconic Floata Seafood Restaurant in Vancouver BC Chinatown has to close for good due to significant amount of unpaid rent to the city. I covered so many events at this institution that were well attended by federal, provincial and municipal politicians.
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BikePortland obtained via a public records request, letters from two law firms that intensely oppose the bus lanes. The firms represent Washman (which has two car washes on 82nd), Fubonn, and a strip mall owner.
bikeportland.org/2025/10/16/t...
bikeportland.org/2025/10/16/t...
TriMet caves on 82nd Ave transit plans as business owners threaten lawsuits
Everything seemed to be lined up for seven miles of bus lanes, but now the wheels have come off.
bikeportland.org
October 16, 2025 at 6:51 PM
BikePortland obtained via a public records request, letters from two law firms that intensely oppose the bus lanes. The firms represent Washman (which has two car washes on 82nd), Fubonn, and a strip mall owner.
bikeportland.org/2025/10/16/t...
bikeportland.org/2025/10/16/t...
Now listening.
Why was 18-year-old Sarah Zuber found dead 400 feet from her front door? And how is it possible, six years later, that no one knows what happened to her?
Hush, Season 2, "Love Thy Neighbor" — my investigation with @ryanjhaas.bsky.social — starts today.
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...
Hush, Season 2, "Love Thy Neighbor" — my investigation with @ryanjhaas.bsky.social — starts today.
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...
October 8, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Now listening.
NEW from me: Vancouver, Washington, is preparing to unveil a new flag. The public has until Oct. 10 to weigh in. The winning design will be chosen by the end of October, and officially adopted in November.
Vancouver to choose new flag capturing city’s emerging identity
The Southwest Washington city will hoist alternate new flag designs on Saturday morning at city hall and is expected to adopt a new flag in November.
opb.org
October 5, 2025 at 2:20 AM
NEW from me: Vancouver, Washington, is preparing to unveil a new flag. The public has until Oct. 10 to weigh in. The winning design will be chosen by the end of October, and officially adopted in November.
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Here’s what you need to know to start your day
US Government Shutdown Begins With Trump, Democrats at Impasse
Good morning. The US government shuts down. EU leaders gather to talk defense. And Nike’s turnaround efforts are taking shape. Listen to the day’s top stories.
bloom.bg
October 1, 2025 at 6:00 AM
Here’s what you need to know to start your day
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Finding Marvel actor Simu Liu in a stock image for a Census Bureau email was not on my census-reporter bingo card...
September 29, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Finding Marvel actor Simu Liu in a stock image for a Census Bureau email was not on my census-reporter bingo card...
NEW from me: The 90-minute “Our Mr. Matsura” will screen Sunday at Vancouver’s Kiggins Theatre. The event accompanies a traveling exhibition of Matsura’s photography, on display at the Japanese American Museum of Oregon in Portland from Sept. 27 through Feb. 8, 2026.
New documentary shines light on Frank Matsura and his portraits of Indigenous life in Washington
“Our Mr. Matsura” will screen at Kiggins Theatre in Vancouver, Washington, on Sunday, alongside a traveling exhibit of Frank Matsura’s photography at the Japanese American Museum of Oregon, which runs...
opb.org
September 28, 2025 at 1:43 AM
NEW from me: The 90-minute “Our Mr. Matsura” will screen Sunday at Vancouver’s Kiggins Theatre. The event accompanies a traveling exhibition of Matsura’s photography, on display at the Japanese American Museum of Oregon in Portland from Sept. 27 through Feb. 8, 2026.
Latino culture is a colorful buffet of traditions and stories from across Latin America.
Today's First Look newsletter features @sukhjot.bsky.social story on on La Guelaguetza, Hillsboro’s annual festival celebrating the music, dance and food of Indigenous Oaxaqueños. @opb.org
Today's First Look newsletter features @sukhjot.bsky.social story on on La Guelaguetza, Hillsboro’s annual festival celebrating the music, dance and food of Indigenous Oaxaqueños. @opb.org
OPB’s First Look: Oaxacan culture celebrated in La Guelaguetza festival
Here’s your First Look at Saturday’s news.
www.opb.org
August 17, 2025 at 2:09 AM
Latino culture is a colorful buffet of traditions and stories from across Latin America.
Today's First Look newsletter features @sukhjot.bsky.social story on on La Guelaguetza, Hillsboro’s annual festival celebrating the music, dance and food of Indigenous Oaxaqueños. @opb.org
Today's First Look newsletter features @sukhjot.bsky.social story on on La Guelaguetza, Hillsboro’s annual festival celebrating the music, dance and food of Indigenous Oaxaqueños. @opb.org
This is an essay of reflections on my first AAJA convention.
At a time when DEI is under attack, the convention gala’s keynote reminded me why journalism matters: covering underrepresented communities isn’t window dressing — it’s democracy in action.
At a time when DEI is under attack, the convention gala’s keynote reminded me why journalism matters: covering underrepresented communities isn’t window dressing — it’s democracy in action.
Why community matters: lessons from my first AAJA convention
Written by Winston Szeto Edited by Amy Wang I’m a man in my mid-40s, with seven years in the journalism industry. Having overcome numerous life challenges on my own — including school bullying, imm…
aaja-pdx.org
August 16, 2025 at 6:39 AM
This is an essay of reflections on my first AAJA convention.
At a time when DEI is under attack, the convention gala’s keynote reminded me why journalism matters: covering underrepresented communities isn’t window dressing — it’s democracy in action.
At a time when DEI is under attack, the convention gala’s keynote reminded me why journalism matters: covering underrepresented communities isn’t window dressing — it’s democracy in action.
Reposted by Winston Szeto
Thieves broke into a California store and stole thousands of dollars worth of Labubus — the trendy dolls — on Wednesday, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office.
Thousands of Dollars Worth of Labubus Stolen From California Store
Demand for the trendy dolls, elf-like creatures with nine-tooth grins, has people lining up for hours to buy them.
nyti.ms
August 9, 2025 at 1:50 AM
Thieves broke into a California store and stole thousands of dollars worth of Labubus — the trendy dolls — on Wednesday, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office.
This is the first podcast episode I ever produced. It’s so much fun to work with @jennchavez.bsky.social and Mia Estrada on this project, which allowed me to have some personal reflection on the reporting I had done: loneliness, DEI, and aging.
Today on @opb.org 's The Evergreen 🌲
For older adults, maintaining social connection is key. In Portland, two programs serving Asian American seniors foster community through shared culture.
We learn about the Yat Sing Music Club & the Ikoi no Kai lunch program from OPB's @winstonszeto.bsky.social:
For older adults, maintaining social connection is key. In Portland, two programs serving Asian American seniors foster community through shared culture.
We learn about the Yat Sing Music Club & the Ikoi no Kai lunch program from OPB's @winstonszeto.bsky.social:
‘The Evergreen’: How these two groups help Asian American seniors combat loneliness
In this week's episode of The Evergreen, we hear the stories of the Yat Sing Music Club and Ikoi no Kai: two groups that provide community for seniors.
www.opb.org
July 22, 2025 at 5:40 AM
This is the first podcast episode I ever produced. It’s so much fun to work with @jennchavez.bsky.social and Mia Estrada on this project, which allowed me to have some personal reflection on the reporting I had done: loneliness, DEI, and aging.
Reposted by Winston Szeto
The State Department is warning U.S. diplomats of attempts to impersonate Secretary of State Marco Rubio and possibly other officials using technology driven by artificial intelligence.
Impostor uses AI to impersonate Rubio and contact foreign and U.S. officials
The State Department is warning U.S. diplomats of attempts to impersonate Secretary of State Marco Rubio and possibly other officials using technology driven by artificial intelligence.
n.pr
July 9, 2025 at 11:18 AM
The State Department is warning U.S. diplomats of attempts to impersonate Secretary of State Marco Rubio and possibly other officials using technology driven by artificial intelligence.