Best Seattle Opera Podcasts (2024)

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"Hispanic Heritage Month: Jose Iniguez - Encanto Arts & Seattle Opera" (S6 E4) 28:55

5d ago28:55

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Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message Growing up Mexican in Eastern Washington presented a lot of challenges for Jose Iniquez, especially since he wanted to be an opera singer. But as Bloodworks 101 contributor Juan Cotto discovered, Iniguez has made overcoming challenges his life's work.…

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"Dr. Moua Yang: the Chemistry Behind Clotting" (S6 E3) 20:00

12d ago20:00

20:00

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message Meet Bloodworks' newest Principal Investigator, Dr. Moua Yang. Dr. Yang sat down recently with Bloodworks 101 producer Helen Pitlick to discuss his research, what drives his work, and how Bloodworks Research Institute is changing how we think about more than just blood -- Dr. Yang just mig…

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A Writer's Life: Navigating Family Stories and a Career in Education with Janelle Greco 1:05:45

18d ago1:05:45

1:05:45

Ever wondered what it’s like to navigate a bustling fair while indulging in deep-fried ranch dressing? Join us as Rita recounts her whimsical adventure at the Minnesota State Fair, featuring humorous tales of quirky Midwestern traditions and fond family moments. We then welcome our guest, Janelle Greco, whose talent in storytelling brings to light …

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"Molly Donahue: Nonprofit Fundraising in the Land of the Millionaire" (S6 E2) 19:51

19d ago19:51

19:51

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message Recently, Seattle Times columnist Danny Westneat wrote a piece called, "In Seattle, It's the Millionaire Next Door." The piece highlighted the fact that there's tremendous wealth in the state's largest city. So, that must make fundraising in Seattle easy, right? As Development Strategist M…

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"The New Puyallup Donor Center - Jeremy Tanner" (S6 E1) 14:13

26d ago14:13

14:13

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message In a matter of weeks, Bloodworks Northwest will hold the Grand Opening of our newest donor center in Puyallup. No one knows the center like the guy who's going to run it - Supervisor Jeremy Tanner. And as Bloodworks 101 producer John Yeager Jeremy is no stranger to blood donation and he kn…

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From Owning a Bar to Working With Those Behind Bars With Vivek Sreekumar 1:04:31

1M ago1:04:31

1:04:31

What if our flawed social systems pushed people to commit crimes just to survive? In this compelling episode of "People at the Core," we start with a light-hearted chat about a quirky "What Would Justin Timberlake Do?" shirt and reflect on the pop star’s evolving charm, before segueing into a heartfelt discussion about Britney Spears' current strug…

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ENCORE EDITION "We Don't Have to Live in Fear Anymore: Stop The Bleed"- Maria Paulsen R.N. & Dr. Tiffany McDermott 19:15

1M ago19:15

19:15

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message September is National Preparedness Month. So, we can think of no better time to republish one of our favorite episodes entitled, "We Don't Have to Live in Fear." It's all about the Stop The Bleed program. The idea behind Stop The Bleed is to help bystanders with no medical training to actu…

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ENCORE EDITION "He Didn't Look Away" - Seattle Mariners Manager Dan Wilson 12:26

1M ago12:26

12:26

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message As you've probably heard, The Seattle Mariners have a new manager - Dan Wilson. The former Mariners catcher, played 12 years for the M's, making the playoffs in 1995, 1997, 2000 and 2001 before retiring in 2005. In 2012, Wilson was inducted into the Seattle Mariners Hall of Fame alongside …

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ENCORE EDITION - "There's No Good Reason No To" - Mark Wright 21:40

1M ago21:40

21:40

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message If you're a blood donor, why do you donate? Bloodworks 101 producer John Yeager caught up with former KING 5 news anchor and Mark Wright, who's a loyal Bloodworks Northwest donor and got a surprising answer to that question. Mark, who's also the host for the "Beats Working" podcast told Jo…

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ENCORE EDITION "A Really Special Day: Mark Dyce-Ryan 19:14

2M ago19:14

19:14

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message Do you remember what you did December 6th, 2023? Did it stand out in any way? For Mark Dyce-Ryan it's a really special day he'll never forget. Because, as producer John Yeager tells us on this special ENCORE EDITION of Bloodworks 101, that's the day Mark was finally able to save a life.…

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ENCORE EDITION - "One Man's Life: Paul Patu 18:10

2M ago18:10

18:10

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message Sometimes it's easy for many people to underestimate a little thing like rolling up your sleeve and donating a unit of blood. But Seattle's Paul Patu is not one of them. That's because, as Bloodworks 101 producer John Yeager found out, Patu owes his life to that "little thing." And wait ti…

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Restaurants & Relationships, Loving Puppies & Pizza-Making: Day-Drinking with Jenny Olbrich 1:01:48

2M ago1:01:48

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What happens when you mix the worlds of pizza and astrology, with a discussion of puppies and pigeons? Join us on this episode of People at the Core as Rita and Marisa kick things off with their latest adventures in town. We’re joined by the incredible Jenny Olbrich, who shares her fascinating journey from her Philly roots to nomadic pizza-making a…

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Washington state and counties square off over juvenile rehabilitation closures 3:53

2M ago3:53

3:53

One issue: DCYF’s transfer of 43 men in their early 20s from Green Hill to an adult prison.By Ann Dornfeld

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ENCORE EDITION: "Binge Watching with Jill Gallagher 9:57

2M ago9:57

9:57

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message Think back - what did you binge watch during the pandemic? We all have our favorites and why we love them. Seattle's Jill Gallagher has a reason why she's binging and it's literally saving lives. Producer John Yeager explains on this special ENCORE edition of Bloodworks 101.…

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Boeing chooses a new CEO, who reportedly plans to lead company from Seattle area 5:46

2M ago5:46

5:46

‘In symbolic terms, it would be enormous for this area. It would mean reversing mistakes that have been made over 20 years.’ -Dominic Gates on Boeing newsBy Kim Malcolm

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Are You in True Crime or Sports?: From Skateboarding Videos to Soap Operas to Winning an Emmy, David Herr on the World of Film & TV Editing 59:59

2M ago59:59

59:59

Ever wondered how an Emmy-winning editor got his start? Join us for an engaging chat with David Herr, the man behind some of your favorite TV moments. David's charming Midwestern demeanor and knack for corny jokes will have you laughing as he shares anecdotes about his surname which means 'Mister' in German, inspiring Rita and Marisa to bust out in…

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BONUS: The Power of Cord Blood with Lauren, Emily, and Chelsea 3:10

2M ago3:10

3:10

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message We're hopping into your feed this week with a short update: There have been some conversations in the media recently about cord blood banking that have caused some confusion, so we wanted to talk a little about that and share a great resource. Emily Pajcic, RN, and Chelsea Price, RN, of Bl…

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Omelet with a side of Bach: Kenji López-Alt’s experimental cooking performance 3:41

2M ago3:41

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ENCORE EDITION "Dog Donors: Heroes with Four Legs" 19:16

3M ago19:16

19:16

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message Did you know that dogs and cats can donate blood? As a Bloodworks executive, Jill Thomas never questioned that blood would be there for a loved one when they needed it. But when her beloved Boston Terrier, Leroy, had cancer surgery, she learned that, for our pets, this isn't always the cas…

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Welcome Home, Son: Ken Ho on Being an "ABT" - American Born Taiwanese, Visiting Taipei, and a Lifetime in the Hospitality Industry 58:51

3M ago58:51

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Ever wondered what it’s like to navigate the highs and lows of the hospitality industry while finding your true passion? Our special guest, Ken, a neighbor and friend who’s seen it all from acting to bartending, joins us for an episode packed with personal stories and industry insights. We kick things off with some fun banter about the relentless s…

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"King Neptune & His Daughter Donate Blood" - Chris & Maddy Cashman (S5 E39) 12:16

3M ago12:16

12:16

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message For several months, Sammamish's Chris Cashman covered hundred of miles across the Pacific Northwest, visiting Bloodworks Northwest donor centers and sharing inspirational stories of blood donors as well as blood recipients. Today, on Bloodworks 101, he helps producer John Yeager wrap up Se…

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Have You Ever Licked a Frog?: Love, Addiction and 80s Movies with Rita and Marisa 46:49

3M ago46:49

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This episode kicks off with Rita and Marisa sharing their insights on routines, early bedtimes, and the unspoken rules of not texting outside certain hours. We laugh along with their poker anecdotes and the texting habits inspired by Larry David's "Curb Your Enthusiasm." Amidst the summer heat, we find solace in the cool ambiance of Greenpoint Pala…

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Teamwork Makes the Dream Work at Bloodworks Research Institute (S5 E38) 23:33

3M ago23:33

23:33

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message Drs. Amily Guo and Pavel Davizon-Castillo at Bloodworks Research Institute are helping science to better understand the full function of platelets, making your donations go even further. Schedule a DonationBy Bloodworks Northwest

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Poet S. Galvin on Seattle's Inferiority Complex, Pirates and Pronouns, and the End of Small Press Distribution 52:42

3M ago52:42

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What happens when the worlds of poetry, mental health, and Muppets collide? Join us in this engaging episode of "People at the Core" as Rita, Marisa, and our special guest, acclaimed author and poet S. Galvin, navigate the intricate dance between writing and performing. Marisa opens up about her emotional struggles with her pet Zelda's recent seizu…

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NPR host, check. Cabaret singer, check. Reality TV show host? Ari Shapiro does it all 8:00

3M ago8:00

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The NPR All Things Considered co-host told us about hosting Season Two of the Netflix series "The Mole."By Kim Malcolm

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Does the US Supreme Court ruling on public camping bans criminalize homelessness? 7:03

3M ago7:03

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The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Friday that cities can ban camping and sleeping in public, even if there is no shelter to send them to, overturning a previous ruling that has guided cities' approaches to homelessness for years.By Kate Walters

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Auburn cop found guilty of murder in 2019 death of Jesse Sarey 3:22

3M ago3:22

3:22

Jeffrey Nelson, an Auburn police officer who was charged for shooting and killing Jesse Sarey, 26, in 2019, was found guilty of murder and assault on Thursday. Nelson is the first officer in Washington state to be convicted under a new legal standard for holding cops accountable for using deadly force.…

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"She Has a Cancer Story"- Michelle Millman, CEO Cancer Pathways & Hanna Safley (S5 E37) 18:33

3M ago18:33

18:33

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message Michelle Millman used to meet a daily deadline as an award-winning journalist at KIRO7 TV in Seattle. Today, Millman is the CEO of Seattle-based Cancer Pathways. She's also keenly aware of what it takes to be a cancer survivor. On today's edition of Bloodworks 101, Millman and a fellow can…

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The Life of a Teacher: Rich Piepho on Stripper Names, Storytelling and Finding Passion in Education 58:21

3M ago58:21

58:21

Have you ever wondered what life would be like as a therapist with an enticing voice or imagined the hilarious possibilities of stripper names based on your first pet and street name? Rita and Marisa kick off this lively conversation at Greenpoint Palace Bar in Brooklyn, sharing uproarious stories about phone sex operations and navigating the dark …

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Bonus Episode! Dolan Morgan Reading 9:35

3M ago9:35

9:35

Books by Dolan Morgan That's When the Knives Come Down Follow us on Instagram! People at the Core Podcast Email us! peopleatthecorepodcast@gmail.comBy Marisa Cadena & Rita Puskas with guest Dolan Morgan

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"Dr. Cameron Berg and The Lucky Fox" (S5 E36) 12:07

4M ago12:07

12:07

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message It's not everyday we feature a Canadian veterinarian and a rare blood procedure called xenotransfusion. But that's exactly what brought international media attention to the vet, Dr. Cameron Berg and the Toronto Wildlife Centre recently. And that's how Bloodworks 101 producer John Yeager fo…

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A Writer's Life: Ninja Turtles, Immigrant Education and the Necessity of a Writing Community with Dolan Morgan 44:01

4M ago44:01

44:01

Ever wondered how childhood dreams and unexpected career paths intersect? Join us as we sit down with Dolan Morgan, a gifted writer and illustrator from Greenpoint, Brooklyn, who takes us on a nostalgic journey from dictating stories to his grandmother, to immersing himself in the vibrant life of New York City. Dolan opens up about their move from …

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In stunning reversal, Auburn officer won’t testify at his murder trial 3:22

4M ago3:22

3:22

Police officer Jeffrey Nelson will not testify in the murder trial against himBy Ashley Hiruko

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"World Blood Donor Day: Donating Blood Down Under" (S5 E35) 24:13

4M ago24:13

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Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message June 14 is World Blood Donor Day! Did you know that blood donation eligibility is a little different in every country? In this episode, we head down under as Bloodworks 101 co-producer Helen Pitlick talks to Iain Gosbell and Cath Stone of Lifeblood about donating blood — and more — in Aust…

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Washington officials plan to release abortion pill stockpile after SCOTUS upholds access 4:13

4M ago4:13

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Washington officials say after the U.S. Supreme Court upheld broad access to the abortion pill mifepristone Thursday, the state will start to release its stockpile of the drug. But it’s unclear whether the state will renew that stockpile if the medication faces additional federal challenges.By Jeanie Lindsay

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The Life of an Artist: Leigha Mason on Clowns, the Commodification of Art and Surviving a Stabbing 53:04

4M ago53:04

53:04

Ever wondered how you can balance the worlds of painting, film, and performance art while living in the heart of New York City? Leigha Mason, a multi-talented artist, takes us through her incredible journey from Phoenix to San Francisco and finally to the bustling streets of NYC. From working to save for her big moves to navigating the challenges o…

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50 years of Pride in Seattle: The early days of the LGBTQ+ fight for acceptance 8:10

4M ago8:10

8:10

This first Pride, though big in spirit, was minuscule compared to what it has become today.By Paige Browning

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TOSCA 101 22:05

4M ago22:05

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Seattle Opera concludes its 24/25 season in May 2025 with TOSCA, Puccini’s beloved thriller. Jonathan Dean introduces the charismatic characters, cinematic music, and wild story that have made TOSCA one of the world’s favorite operas. Musical examples from Seattle Opera archival recordings of Tosca made in 2001 (Antonello Allemandi conducts Carol V…

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THE MAGIC FLUTE 101 20:01

4M ago20:01

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Mozart’s miraculous final masterpiece returns to Seattle Opera in February/March 2025. Seattle Opera Dramaturg Jonathan Dean introduces the beloved music of THE MAGIC FLUTE, with musical examples from archival Seattle Opera recordings made in 1999 (Daniel Beckwith conducts Nathan Gunn, Paul Charles Clarke, John Osborne, Philip Skinner, Ana Maria Ma…

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LES TROYENS IN CONCERT 101 19:59

4M ago19:59

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In January 2025 Seattle Opera will present two concert performances of LES TROYENS À CARTHAGE, the second part (Acts 3, 4, & 5) of Berlioz’s monumental masterpiece LES TROYENS. Seattle Opera Dramaturg Jonathan Dean introduces the music of Berlioz and this full-length program, sharing musical examples from recordings of Georges Thill singing French …

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JUBILEE 101 23:44

4M ago23:44

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Seattle Opera presents the world premiere of JUBILEE, a new opera celebrating spirituals. Created by Tazewell Thompson, librettist of BLUE, JUBILEE tells the story of how a group of African American singers toured America and Europe in the 1870s, using this wonderful music—America’s first great contribution to the world of music—to raise money to b…

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PAGLIACCI 101 18:28

4M ago18:28

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For Summer 2024, Seattle Opera will present PAGLIACCI, by Ruggero Leoncavallo, a masterpiece of Italian opera all about lust and jealousy, passion and murder; a show about reality and artifice, comedy and tragedy, freedom and fate. (It’s not about pizza.) Seattle Opera Dramaturg Jonathan Dean introduces PAGLIACCI with musical examples from Seattle …

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"Everyone Needs Blood: Laura Kamada" (S5 E34) 14:01

4M ago14:01

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Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message Laura Kamada likes to hum and make up songs. Laura helps organize blood drives with Vitalant in San Luis Obispo, CA, and what started one morning as a little rhyming ditty soon turned into a children's book about blood donation: Everyone Needs Blood. Bloodworks 101 producer Helen Pitlick s…

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Puerto Rican Families and Punk Music with Producer Lourdes Vasquez 43:19

4M ago43:19

43:19

Can the vibrancy of Brooklyn, the warmth of family ties, and the dynamism of the advertising world all come together in one fascinating conversation? * Absolutely, and Lourdes, a senior integrated producer in advertising, is here to share her incredible journey. From her roots in the Bronx to her cherished life in Brooklyn, Lourdes recounts the imp…