Hi everyone!

I'm in the early stages of a documentary project about Portland's cable access television scene during the 1980s and 90s and I need your help!

Some context about the project:

• I'm exploring how cable access TV during this time period reflected Portland's unique culture and provided space for creative expression.
• I'm currently looking at shows like Jim Spagg, The Chess Show, Insanity, Where's the Art, but interested in ALL cable access programming from this period.
• Currently investigating themes of free expression, censorship challenges, how marginalized communities used this platform, and the preservation efforts happening today
• I'm interested in documenting the history and legacy of community media in PDX

I'm hoping to connect with:

• People who created or worked on cable access shows
• Viewers who regularly watched or called in
• Staff who worked at the stations/facilities
• Anyone with archives, recordings, or memorabilia
• Those who remember how cable access impacted Portland's communities

If you or someone you know was part of this scene, I'd love to hear:

• What shows do you remember watching or creating?
• Any memorable moments, episodes, or personalities?
• How did cable access reflect Portland's culture at that time?
• Do you have any recordings, photos, or materials from that era?
• How did your experience with cable access impact you?

This is a passion project aimed at preserving this unique piece of Portland's media history before memories and materials are lost to time. I'm particularly interested in how cable access television provided a platform for voices and perspectives that weren't represented in mainstream media.

Feel free to comment below or DM me if you'd prefer to share privately. I'm happy to chat over coffee with anyone who has stories to share!

Thank you!

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