Oregon On The Record

Hardest jobs: A diver who recovers the dead; working at Trump's EPA

By Michael Dunne

Published September 1, 2025 at 3:00 PM PDT

On this edition of Oregon On The Record, we talk with Juan Heredia who recovers drowning victims throughout the west coast when Search and Rescue gives up. Then, we talk to an anonymous whistleblower at the EPA about how massive cuts by the federal government will greatly impact air quality in Lane County.

Oregon On The Record

Michael Dunne

Michael Dunne is the host and producer for KLCC’s public affairs show, Oregon On The Record. In this role, Michael interviews experts from around Western and Central Oregon to dive deep into the issues that matter most to the station’s audience. Michael also hosts and produces KLCC’s leadership podcast – Oregon Rainmakers, and writes a business column for The Chronicle which serves Springfield and South Lane County.

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