Moran’s Lost History of Oregon
This is where the obscure and fascinating past of the people of Oregon, who helped shape this wonderful state, come to life. Join the adventure as we learn more about the Land of Milk and Honey.
Episodes

Dec 21, 2025
Dec 21, 2025
19 min
This was a battle between America's two greatest railroad titans for the control of the Eastern Oregon market. Although nobody died in the war, both sides committed shenanigans against each other, including the use of rattlesnakes and black powder. Click here to learn who won the battle of the Railroad War.

May 31, 2025
May 31, 2025
17 min
Discover how the Tater Tot went from cattle feed to a classic American snack, and it all started in Oregon.

Apr 26, 2025
Apr 26, 2025
18 min
In this episode, we'll learn about Oregon's connection to the Apollo moon mission and the inspiration behind the Moon Trees.

Mar 24, 2025
Mar 24, 2025
17 min
Moran's Lost History of Oregon explores the interesting Uranium boom of the 1950s, the connection of this remote part of Oregon to the Cold War and fighting Communism, and how one person staked a Uranium claim in the middle of a small Oregon city.
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Feb 22, 2025
Feb 22, 2025
11 min
This is the last of a three-part series about one of Oregon's largest cities that played an essential role in the Second World War and in the struggle for civil rights.

Jan 28, 2025
Jan 28, 2025
13 min
We learned how Vanport was different from other cities in Oregon, and we heard from people who lived in the boomtown.

Jan 14, 2025
Jan 14, 2025
8 min
Explore Oregon's second-largest city, built in a matter of a few months by Henry Kaiser, its role in the Second World War, how it differed from other cities, and what became of Vanport.





