About this episode
You might have seen those homemade-looking vending machines tucked away in some of Portland’s hippest bars and restaurants. But instead of junk food, they’re selling kitschy ephemera like old VHS tapes, vampire teeth, tarot cards, or brown paper mystery bags full of unknown gifts. Today on City Cast Portland, we’re talking with the owner of these machines, Taylor Valdes, about operating what could be the most quintessential Portland enterprise: The Venderia . Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm , or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448 . Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland , and be sure to follow us on Instagram . Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise . Learn more about the sponsor of this episode: Hasan Minhaj at the Arlene Schnitzer Hall on March 7, 2024