Best Washingtonians Podcasts (2024)

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The Red Chador and 'the fabulousness of being a Muslim woman' 5:22

2h ago5:22

5:22

‘She is sparkling, she is shiny, she is not somebody to fear. Let her have her moment. Let her have her dance.’ - Anida Yoeu AliBy Kim Malcolm

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"DISCO" DAN BYLSMA! Kraken Reaction: Seattle has their new Head Coach, but who is Dan Bylsma?! NHL News: playoff updates. #NoDumbQuestions: McCann in Vancouver? 3 Stars of the Week. 49:29

2d ago49:29

49:29

Let's get right into it, shall we?! This week's Kraken Reaction (5:30) covers the Seattle Kraken hiring new Head Coach, Dan Bylsma (just as Jeff predicted). The boys give a proper introduction into Disco Dan which includes where his nickname comes from, his athletic background, stints as a professional player and coach in both junior leagues and th…

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Explain to me this: Memorial Day 7:05

12h ago7:05

7:05

Welcome back to an episode of the On the Hill podcast with host, Katherine Getty! In this explainer episode, Katherine provides an overview of Memorial Day! Topics include: - History of Memorial Day within the United States - Meaning of Memorial Day -- Let's Connect! Social Media - Host: @katherinegetty on Instagram - Show: @onthehilldcpodcast on I…

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Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz out; former Sheriff Sue Rahr interim 4:10

2d ago4:10

4:10

Updated at 1 p.m. 5/29/2024By Ashley Hiruko

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What to say (and not) to other hikers on the trail 43:43

6h ago43:43

43:43

Send us a comment or question by text Jennie and Craig discuss interacting with other hikers on the trail - what to say, what not to say with help and suggestions from other hikers (thank you!). Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jennie and Craig a voice…

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Seattle City Council delays decision to roll back gig worker minimum wage 3:53

1d ago3:53

3:53

The Seattle City Council postponed a planned vote Tuesday over a controversial proposal to roll back a gig worker minimum wage that was put in place earlier this year.By Ruby de Luna

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Shadow Politics, May 26, 2024 58:03

2d ago58:03

58:03

Guest, Petula Dvorak, a columnist for The Washington Post's local teamBy hrzcom@aol.com (Senator Michael Brown)

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Why are women choosing the bear in the #manvsbear debate? 7:14

29m ago7:14

7:14

Seattle Times columnist Naomi Ishisaka talks about the origins and impacts of a recent social media stormBy Kim Malcolm

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Disagreeing without being Disagreeable - Decorum in Congress 8:00

13h ago8:00

8:00

Welcome to an episode of the On the Hill podcast with host, Katherine Getty! This week's episode speaks to an important issue - not only in Congress - but decorum. There are rules to conducting business in the House and Senate; but often, it doesn't appear that way! Topics include: - Rules for decorum within House and Senate - Demystifying the idea…

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UW biochemistry professor makes list of top 100 global health leaders 4:43

9d ago4:43

4:43

Professor David Baker used to say that protein design was on the ‘lunatic fringe’ of biochemistry. Now, he’s on the TIME100 Health list.By Kim Malcolm

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THE BLOCK IS HOT! Kraken Reaction: fuel the fire! NHL News: Conference Finals previews and predictions. #NoDumbQuestions: Bruce Boudreau?! 3 Stars of the Week. 50:16

10d ago50:16

50:16

Jeff opens up this week's episode dropping some serious truth bombs as he reveals some insider intel after meeting UMASS men's ice hockey coach Greg Carvel at a golf meeting. This week's Kraken Reaction (7:20) is short and sweet as the team has no news while the search for their new head coach continues. Meanwhile, the Coachella Valley Firebirds ha…

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Taking Trailhead Direct to Popular Trailheads with Ryan Miller from King County Metro 35:55

7d ago35:55

35:55

Send us a comment or question by text Ryan Miller from King County Metro joins Jennie to talk about the Trailhead Direct bus service to popular trailheads in King County as well as other metro routes to trails year round - skipping driving, parking hassles and parking passes. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad fre…

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Melinda French Gates and the unique qualities of women’s philanthropy 4:59

3d ago4:59

4:59

Researcher expects French Gates 'will continue to focus on gender equity and women's empowerment.'By Kim Malcolm

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Shadow Politics, May 19, 2024 55:52

11d ago55:52

55:52

Guest, Parrish Smith, award-winning producer, director, cinematographer and published authorBy hrzcom@aol.com (Senator Michael Brown)

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Pro-Palestine protesters to disband UW encampment in Seattle after university makes concessions 5:38

4d ago5:38

5:38

Agreement signals campus protest tents will be coming down soonBy Paige Browning

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CHEWBACCA! Kraken Reaction: Seattle's Head Coaching search. NHL News: Avs sussy, McJesus gets cracked, and playoff updates. #NoDumbQuestions: reviews? 3 Stars of the Week. 58:52

16d ago58:52

58:52

BREAKING NEWS: Jeff and Joey share some breaking news regarding their podcast network and what that means for the future of The Kraken Pod before jumping into this week's Kraken Reaction (4:29) which has the boys discussing the Head Coach position for the Seattle Kraken, Elliotte Friedman's report on the short-list of candidates, and who they would…

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Auburn cop's murder trial starts: Defense confirms he'll testify, 1 juror dismissed over undisclosed witness connection 5:02

14d ago5:02

5:02

The long-awaited murder trial of Auburn Police Officer Jeffrey Nelson got off to a rocky start Thursday.By Amy Radil

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Welcome to Washington: Advice for Your DC Internship 6:11

2h ago6:11

6:11

Welcome to an episode of the On the Hill podcast with host, Katherine Getty! With the summer months upon us, Katherine is sharing some advice for a DC internship, but even if you aren't an intern, Katherine hopes this advice is evergreen and sparks something in you. Topics include: - No perfect path - Listen to your gut - Stay Curious -- Let's Conn…

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A power move: Northwest companies charge toward battery tech revolution 4:04

23h ago4:04

4:04

Electricity demand in Washington state is about to grow dramatically, as we shift away from fossil fuels. That means we’re going to need better batteries – and a lot more of them. Companies in Washington State are racing to become leaders in this growing industry.By Joshua McNichols

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Hiking off the beaten path in the Trapper Creek Wilderness in the South Cascades 16:12

14d ago16:12

16:12

Send us a comment or question by text Jennie and Craig discuss favorite hikes in the less frequently hiked Trapper Creek Wilderness in the South Cascades Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jennie and Craig a voice memo to answer in a future episode! Get …

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Shadow Politics, May 12, 2024 55:03

17d ago55:03

55:03

Guest, Ben Nelson, Chairman of the Open World Leadership Center, former 2x Senator and Governor of NebraskaBy hrzcom@aol.com (Senator Michael Brown)

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What it’s like to bop around the country with POTUS? An NPR pool reporter filled us in 5:02

2h ago5:02

5:02

‘It's hard not to think of how historic it is to be on a plane like Air Force One.’ – NPR’s Elena MooreBy Kim Malcolm

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In Burien, 'the soap opera continues' as quarrels grow over city's camping ban 4:50

18d ago4:50

4:50

Each day in Burien seems to bring a new uproar between city officials and the King County Sheriff’s Office over the city’s camping ban. Meanwhile, people await an upcoming U.S. Supreme Court ruling on whether camping bans violate the Eighth Amendment’s prohibition of cruel and unusual punishment when they don’t come with offers of available shelter…

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Explain to me this: Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization 9:54

24d ago9:54

9:54

Welcome back to another episode of the On the Hill Podcast with your host, Katherine Getty! It's a bird, it's a plane?! No, it's the Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization. So in today's episode, Katherine covers: - What is the Federal Aviation Administration - What does the FAA Reauthorization mean - What's happening in Washington; will i…

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20 Seattle elementary schools could be closed due to budget crisis 4:48

1d ago4:48

4:48

District officials have not said which schools will be on the chopping block — a list is expected to be released in June — but they say K-5 students would be better accommodated if the district downsized to 50 elementary schools, down from more than 70 schools.By Sami West

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Big Green Western Washington forest hikes for May 9:56

21d ago9:56

9:56

Send us a comment or question by text Jennie shares her favorite places to go for the greenest time of the year in the always-green-but-extra-now forests of Western Washington. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jennie and Craig a voice memo to answer in…

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THE BOYS ARE BACK! Kraken Reaction: locker room fake news, and Seattle's draft prediction. NHL News: playoff update, and Toronto + Vegas are OUT. #NoDumbQuestions: free agent or waivers?! 3 Stars of the ... 58:46

25d ago58:46

58:46

THE BOYS ARE BACK! Jeff and Joey reunite after working together behind the scenes and the two catch up on last episode's interview with Nick Olczyk and Jeff shares his biggest takeaways. This week's Kraken Reaction (11:50) covers the locker room fake news that came out after Dave Hakstol's firing and Joey dishes out a hot take regarding ESPN's Emil…

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University of Washington won’t cut ties with Boeing, president says, despite protests 4:49

3d ago4:49

4:49

‘She was very direct. She said, we will not end this relationship because, essentially, you couldn't replace all the support that the company has given the university over the years.’ -Mike ReicherBy Kim Malcolm

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AI should be used in class, not feared. That’s the message of these Seattle area teachers 4:14

3d ago4:14

4:14

Earlier this year, Washington became the fifth state in the country to issue guidance on using AI in school. Some teachers had already started using artificial intelligence to improve their assignments, engage students, and save time.By Sami West

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Shadow Politics, May 5, 2024 53:46

11d ago53:46

53:46

Guest, Jonetta Rose Barras found her voice, experiencing life as a poet, fiction writer, performing artist, and community organizerBy hrzcom@aol.com (Senator Michael Brown)

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The 'Better FAFSA' was not, but the University of Washington says it's getting there 4:54

3d ago4:54

4:54

‘In the long term, we think that families really are going to benefit from this.’By Kim Malcolm

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Explain to me this: Secretaries on Capitol Hill for Budget Hearings 8:56

15d ago8:56

8:56

Welcome to an episode of the On the Hill Podcast with your host, Katherine Getty! In this status update episode, Katherine dives into where Congress is in the appropriations (government funding) process. Over the last few weeks, there have been developments - which Katherine covers - as well as what role Secretaries/agency leaders have in explainin…

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Best Washington Waterfall hikes (Waterfalls Part 2) 19:45

28d ago19:45

19:45

Send us a comment or question by text Jennie and Craig discuss their favorite waterfall hikes in part two of the waterfall series. This includes waterfall hikes around Washington except on the Olympic Peninsula and the Columbia River Gorge which we covered in earlier episodes. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad fr…

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NICK OLCZYK RETURNS TO THE POD! Nicky-O talks: the firing of Dave Hakstol, what happened this season, the future of Kraken broadcasting, playoff predictions, and MUCH more. 1:00:02

9d ago1:00:02

1:00:02

Nick Olczyk joins the pod! Nicky-O returns to the podcast to discuss his personal take on the firing of Dave Hakstol, what he liked and didn't like for the 2023-2024 Seattle Kraken season, the future of broadcasting and what moving away from ROOT Sports to Amazon Prime will do for the Seattle Kraken and their fans, NHL playoff predictions, the grow…

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Washington’s border waters are on the cusp of a major rise in oil tanker traffic 5:46

30d ago5:46

5:46

‘Money Talks is one of the takeaways you could have from this. In the case of Canada now, when push comes to shove, a major province in the country depends on this industry as critical to their future growth.’ -Tom BanseBy Tom Banse

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What would a ban on non-compete clauses mean for tech companies in Washington state? 4:37

16d ago4:37

4:37

If the proposed rule change goes into effect, it would change the way companies like Microsoft and Amazon do business.By Kim Malcolm

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Counting down to ‘All Aboard!’ East Link: And it still has that new (light rail) car smell 5:30

19d ago5:30

5:30

King County councilmember Claudia Balducci pushed for the long-awaited opening. She’s ready to celebrate Saturday’s launchBy Kim Malcolm

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Congress did what last week?! - Funding to support Ukraine, Israel and the Indo-Pacific 7:18

1M ago7:18

7:18

Welcome back to another episode of the On the Hill podcast! After months of negotiations, Congress passed funding last week to support allies in Ukraine, Israel, the Indo-Pacific region along with a bill that would sell assets of Russian oligarchs, potentially force the sale of TikTok and authorize sanctions against Russia, China and Iran... what a…

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Leave the imported shrimp, take the local bivalves: sustainable seafood choices 4:23

11d ago4:23

4:23

UW professor Jessica Gephart shares insights into the global and local seafood tradeBy Kim Malcolm

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Best Waterfall hikes on the Olympic Peninsula 24:28

1M ago24:28

24:28

Send us a comment or question by text Jennie and Craig discuss their favorite waterfall hikes on the Olympic Peninsula, perfect for spring! Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jennie and Craig a voice memo to answer in a future episode! Jennie’s favorite …

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UW football player accused of raping two women pleads not guilty 5:53

18d ago5:53

5:53

University of Washington running back Tylin Rogers pleaded not guilty Thursday morning to one count of rape in the second degree and one count of rape in third degree.By Katie Campbell

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Explain to me this: Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act 13:29

1M ago13:29

13:29

Welcome back to another episode of the On the Hill Podcast! First enacted in 1978, Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) is a key foreign intelligence authority that helps keep US citizens and allies safe. But what is it and why might you have heard of it? Tune in to learn more! Topics include: - What is FISA, - History of slash why was it c…

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Best Spring Beach hikes in Washington 15:42

1M ago15:42

15:42

Send us a comment or question by text Jennie shares some of her favorite beach hikes perfect for our fickle spring weather, from the Pacific Ocean to the inland Salish Sea. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jennie and Craig a voice memo to answer in a f…

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As internet privacy law advances, questions raised about Senator Cantwell’s powerful role 5:42

1M ago5:42

5:42

Recent Washington Post reporting uncovered complaints that U.S. Sen. Maria Cantwell, a Washington Democrat, has been a roadblock to actually getting an internet privacy law on the books.By Kim Malcolm

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PLAYOFF PICKS! Kraken Reaction: why the team WILL have a drastic off-season makeover. NHL News: salty Yotes. #NoDumbQuestions: who will replace Hakstol?! 3 Stars of the Week. 1:02:16

2M ago1:02:16

1:02:16

HOW 'BOUT THEM DETROIT RED WINGS?! Jeff is reeling after his team of destiny pulls off a miraculous comeback last night against the Montreal Canadiens which leads the boys into talking a quick overview of the NHL playoffs. This week's Kraken Reaction (9:59) covers a brief recap of last week's games before the two get into dialogue around why the Se…

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Shadow Politics, April 14, 2024 51:00

21d ago51:00

51:00

Guest, Larry J Sabato, New York Times best-selling author, has won four Emmys, and is recognized as one of the nation’s most respected political analysts.By hrzcom@aol.com (Senator Michael Brown)

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A Guide to Visiting DC - Neighborhood Edition 18:01

2M ago18:01

18:01

Welcome back to another episode of the On the Hill Podcast! On this episode, Katherine gives you a view of DC. From neighborhoods to experience to tours to take, this episode is a fun episode full of Katherine's take on DC. Topics include: - When to visit, when not to (ha!) - Some of Katherine's favorite cities - Tours you can't miss in DC -- Let's…

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Seattle police lieutenant condemns Chief Diaz, says he enables department ‘serial harasser’ 4:12

1M ago4:12

4:12

KUOW's Kim Malcolm talks to investigative reporter Ashley Hiruko about the allegations.By Ashley Hiruko

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Hikes to pair with tulips in the Skagit Valley 23:17

2M ago23:17

23:17

Send us a comment or question by text Jennie and Craig discuss the best hikes to do while beating the crowds at the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jennie and Craig a voice memo to answer in a future episode! Get on Jennie…

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2023-2024 SEASON GRADES! Kraken Reaction: the kid is all Wright, and season grades are in. #NoDumbQuestions: penalty box official? 3 Stars of the Week. 1:07:01

2M ago1:07:01

1:07:01

The 2023-2024 Seattle Kraken season grades are in! Jeff and Joey quickly catch up before going into this week's Kraken Reaction (4:48) which features the Los Angeles Kings taking care of business, a season series sweep of the Anaheim Ducks, Shane Wright going off for an NHL-first 2 goal game, and the season coming to an end here shortly but not bef…

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