Best Westseattle Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 77 - Final Podcast Episode... For Awhile 3:23

4+ y ago3:23

3:23

As we head into 2020, the Sea-Town Podcast is going to be taking a break for a while so Christian can focus on his business endevors and family. This is not "good bye" but simply a "see you in a while". We have every intention of ramping up the podcast again with great new fresh guests... but it may be a little while. After starting the Sea-Town Po…

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Ep. 076 - Ryan Reese, co-owner of Pike Place Fish Market 43:26

4+ y ago43:26

43:26

This week's guest is Ryan Reese, Co-owner of Seattle's Pike Place Fish Market. Pike Place Fish Market has become world famous for their amazing & sustainable seafood and is top of the list for Seattle visitors and tourist for their fun fish throwing routine. Ryan grew up in Seattle and went to Seattle public schools. He graduated from Eastern Washi…

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Ep. 075 - Aaron Tekulve, Chef of Surrell Seattle 35:01

4+ y ago35:01

35:01

This week's guest is Aaron Tekulve, Pop-up chef and owner of Surrell Seattle. Known for creative locally sourced high-end, multi-course meals in small intimate settings, Aaron and his business Surrell, have made a name in the Seattle foodie scene. Surrell is a Seattle based private dining company and pop-up restaurant. They bring the experience of …

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Ep. 073 - Marmalade LIVE from WS Beer & Music Festival 24:56

5y ago24:56

24:56

Marmalade band, live at West Seattle Music Fest Another special episode this week with an interview with the band Marmalade recorded LIVE from the West Seattle Beer & Music Festival. They are a sweet 12 piece improve funk band with 2 DJs! Check them out during any of their regular shows in the Fremont neighborhood in Seattle. Marmalade was formed i…

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Ep. 72 - Phil Tavel Seattle City Counsel Election Update 19:19

5y ago19:19

19:19

This week's guest is Phil Tavel, with an update on his running for Seattle City Council District 1 (West Seattle). As someone who has lived in West Seattle for over 20 years, he did great in the primary and is positioned to make real change for Seattle. Get out and vote and make your voice heard! Tavel is heavily involved in the community’s civic o…

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Ep. 071 - West Seattle Beer & Music Festival - LIVE 17:59

5y ago17:59

17:59

This week on the Sea-Town Podcast, we are sharing some micro interviews from the West Seattle Beer and Music Festival. The West Seattle Beer and Music Festival is a unique event at the Alki Masonic Center featuring 20 brewers. The goal is to celebrate craft beers, great music & community while raising awareness and funds for the West Seattle Food B…

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Ep. 070 - Cameron Moores - C&P Coffee (refresh) 18:21

5y ago18:21

18:21

This week's guest is Cameron Moores, co-owner of C&P Coffee and winner of the Podcast West Seattle Coffee Tournament. C&P Coffee is a long-time West Seattle coffee shop and regular community meeting space, hosting a variety of regular events from music to poetry readings and open mics. C&P Coffee is located in a quaint house, and serves as the comm…

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Ep. 069 - Phil Tavel, running for Seattle City Council District 1 (West Seattle) 24:40

5y ago24:40

24:40

This week’s guest is Phil Tavel, who is running for Seattle City Council District 1 (West Seattle). Phil has lived in West Seattle for over 20 years, has owned multiple small businesses and is primed to be a great representative for the desires and needs of the people in District 1. Phil is running for City Council because he believes that Seattle …

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Ep. 068 - Kevin Wilhelm, Helping The Seattle Sounders become Green 39:02

5y ago39:02

39:02

This week's guest is Kevin Wilhelm, the CEO of Sustainable Business Consulting and is one of the world's preeminent business consultants in the field of sustainability and climate change. Most recently he has helped the Seattle Sounders become the first carbon neutral professional soccer club in the MLS & North America. Kevin’s business focuses on …

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Ep. 067 - Joe Jeannot - West Seattle Supper Club & Beer/Music Festival 21:15

5y ago21:15

21:15

This week's guest is Joe Jeannot, founder of the West Seattle Supper Club & West Seattle Beer and Music Festival. Joe has been putting on community events in Seattle for years to bring great food, drink and people together. Joe is born and raised in Seattle. He has always been a social person and little by little starting doing events. He enjoys ge…

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Ep. 066 - Brian Nelson - Unleashed at Stadium Bowl 32:14

5+ y ago32:14

32:14

This week’s guest is Brian Nelson, Ted X speaker, retrieved Army Officer, life hacker and event planner. Today we will be talking with Brian about his annual community fitness event, "Unleashed at Stadium Bowl" at the historic Stadium High School in Tacoma, to benefit the pet rescue, "Kindred Souls Foundation". If you’re curious about Brian, he wen…

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Ep. 065 - Erin Dury Moore, ED of WS Helpline 36:03

5+ y ago36:03

36:03

This week's guest is Erin Dury Moore, Executive Director of the West Seattle Helpline. The WS Helpline is a community-based nonprofit putting a stop to homelessness before it starts in West Seattle and White Center through emergency services to families and individuals. This is the WS Helpline’s 30thyear. In 30 years they have grown a lot. The aver…

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Ep. 64 - Holli Margell, Owner of Native Light Photography 25:35

5+ y ago25:35

25:35

This week’s guest is Holli Margell, Owner of Native Light Photography. She specializes in photography for small businesses, including branding photos and career portraits, aka a headshot with a purpose. Holli has a background in families and weddings but found a niche in photography for small business owners. She is a business photographer. She sho…

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Ep. 63 - Amy King, Co-owner Square Peg Dev. & Weld Seattle 40:49

5+ y ago40:49

40:49

By Christian Harris

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Ep. 62 - Janis Lemert, Owner of Lemert Organizing Company 45:26

5+ y ago45:26

45:26

By Christian Harris

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Ep 061 - Ryan & Molly Schoeb, Owners of Schoeb Chiropractic 24:48

5+ y ago24:48

24:48

This week’s guests are Owners of Schoeb Chiropractic, Ryan and Molly Schoeb. Ryan and Molly Schoeb started their own practice after wanting Ryan to be a little closer to home. They are located in West Seattle. Ryan grew up in a rural town in Minnesota. He was the oldest of four and heavily involved in sports. It was a community where everyone knew …

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Ep 059 - Kristine Atri, Owner of The Escape Artist 31:51

6y ago31:51

31:51

This week’s guest is Kristine Atri, owner of the Escape Artist in West Seattle. The Escape Artist is in the heart of West Seattle in the Alaska Junction and is West Seattle's first and only escape room. An escape room is an interactive puzzle business where you solve puzzles, search for clues and escape and it’s super immersive. The Escape Artist i…

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Ep. 058 – Marty Hartman, Executive Director of Mary’s Place 27:18

6y ago27:18

27:18

This week’s guest is Marty Hartman, the Executive Director of Mary’s Place. Mary’s Place fills the gap for people between the time they lose their home to when they find a new permanent residence. They provide ‘homes for now’ while offering families housing, safety and resources. Mary’s Place has always been about removing barriers so people can fi…

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Ep. 057 - Christian Harris, Founder of Sea-Town Real Estate 48:34

6y ago48:34

48:34

This week Christian Harris is stepping into the hot seat and was interviewed by Laura Swift. He is the normal host of this podcast, as well as the founder and owner of Sea-Town Real Estate, which he started in January of 2017. He calls West Seattle home, has been married for 12 years and has a seven-year-old son. Priory to getting into the real est…

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Ep. 056 - Lora Swift, ED of West Seattle Junction Association 53:06

6y ago53:06

53:06

This week’s guest is Lora Swift, executive director of the West Seattle Junction Association. Lora is also the 2018 winner of the Westsider of The Year Award for her outstanding contribution to the West Seattle community. In 2002, Lora started Hotwire Coffee in the West Seattle Junction, firmly establishing herself as a valuable member and collabor…

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Ep 055 - Linnea Westerlind, author of Discovering Seattle Parks 30:14

6y ago30:14

30:14

This week’s guest is Linnea Westerlind, author of “Discovering Seattle Parks: A Local’s Guide”. Linnea graduated from college with a degree in journalism and mass communications and public relations with a passion for the nonprofit sector. Today, Linnea is a mom of three who lives in West Seattle. After having her first kid in 2009, she came up wit…

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Ep. 054 - Paula Boggs - Former Top Starbucks Lawyer, Airborne Army Officer & Front-Woman of the Paula Boggs Band 36:39

6y ago36:39

36:39

This week’s guest is Paula Boggs, founder of Boggs Media, LLCand the Paula Boggs Band. Paulais a philanthropist, fundraiser, public speaker, and musician. She is also a Board Member of numerous for-profit and non-profit organizations. Paula spent her first 10 years of her career in public service, first as an army officer and then as a federal pros…

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Ep. 053 - Danielle Marchioro, Highline Medical Center Foundation 31:23

6y ago31:23

31:23

This week’s guest is Danielle Marchioro, Executive Director of Highline Medical Center Foundation. Danielle joined Highline Medical Foundation four months ago to promote the mission of the organization. She spends her days getting out in the community, networking with board members, getting connected and plugging in with people. It’s her mission to…

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Ep 052 - Tony Burlison, owner of Dark Timber Coffee 36:50

6+ y ago36:50

36:50

This week’s guest is Tony Burlison, Owner of Dark Timber Coffee. They specialize in backcountry / backpacking coffee singles (Ascent Packs), with a large emphasis in wildlife and public lands conservation, so a portion of all their sales are donated to organizations that focus on conservation and educating the public on the importance of public lan…

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Ep. 051 - Joslin Roth & Darci Bressler, Owners of Resting Waters Aquamation 39:02

6+ y ago39:02

39:02

This week’s guest is Joslin Roth & Darci Bressler, Owners of Resting Waters. Resting Waters is a West Seattle pet funeral home and Washington State's first pet aquamation business, providing a more personal death-care option and alternative to pet-burial, fire cremation or leaving them with your veterinarian. Episode Links & Resources: Guest's Webs…

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Ep. 050 - Meghan Reese & Malika Siddiq, Creators of West Seattle Vibes 45:16

6+ y ago45:16

45:16

This week’s guest is Meghan Reese & Malika Siddiq, the creators of West Seattle Vibes (Instagram Page). West Seattle Vibes is a neighborhood Instagram page created to support the West Seattle Neighborhood: To checkout new and favorite restaurants, bars and shops. Episode Links & Resources: Guest's Instagram - Follow them at: https://www.instagram.c…

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Ep. 049 - Danielle Holstein, Owner of Holstein Studios 24:28

6+ y ago24:28

24:28

This week’s guest is Danielle Holstein, Owner of Holstein Studios. Holstein Studios is a commercial photography and videography visual marketing agency. Their focus is brands and businesses and tell their stories and help them come to life, specifically in the food and beverage space. Episode Links & Resources: Guest's Website: https://www.holstein…

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Ep. 048 - Jill Bruyere, Owner of Fitness Revolution 25:11

6+ y ago25:11

25:11

This week’s guest is Jill Bruyere, Owner of Fitness Revolution in the West Seattle Alaska Junction. Fitness Revolution was born out of Jill's love for playing soccer, fitness & helping people through being a fitness personal trainer. Get fit and have fun. Episode Links & Resources: Guest's Website: FitnessRevolutionWithJill.com Like on Facebook: ht…

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Ep. 047 - Shandon Graybeal, Owner of Alair 28:11

6+ y ago28:11

28:11

This week’s guest is Shandon Graybeal, owner of Alair in West Seattle. Alair is a boutique gift shop with some unique flair, focusing on products made locally by small businesses and individuals. Episode Links & Resources: Guest's Website: AlairSeattle.com Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alairseattle Follow on Instagram: https://www.inst…

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Ep. 046 - Imants Holmquist, Co-founder of Holmquist & Gardiner 26:07

6+ y ago26:07

26:07

This week’s guest is Imants Holmquist, Co-founder of Holmquist & Gardiner law firm in Downtown Seattle. Imants Holmquist & Hamilton Gardiner started their own law firm in 2008, specializing in real estate transactions and business law, primarily helping clients buy, sell or lease real estate or if there is a dispute, representing them in litigation…

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Ep. 045 - Angie Marshall & Amy Becker, Owners of Life Capsule Productions 25:09

6+ y ago25:09

25:09

This week’s guest is Angie Marshall and Amy Becker, the owners of Life Capsule Productions, specializing in legacy films and story telling videos for businesses. Highlights From This Episode: Angie and Amy were childhood friends and always enjoyed telling stories & making videos together as kids. Angie started making video's of older family members…

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Ep. 044 - Ian Weinberg, Owner of Ian Fitness 25:04

6+ y ago25:04

25:04

This week’s guest is Ian Weinberg, the owner of Ian Fitness. Originally starting with 1 location on Queen Anne but now has 9 locations around Seattle. Ian's philosophy is to get people moving in a fun, safe, non-intimidating way through group "boot camp" workouts and one-on-one training, focusing on results. Highlights From This Episode: Ian used t…

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Ep. 043 - Matt Wendland, Owner of Burien Press & Moonshot Coffee 35:37

7y ago35:37

35:37

This week’s guest is Matt Wendland, owner of Burien Press and Moonshot Coffee in White Center. Matt had the opportunity to purchase Burien Press at the beginning of 2014 and just this year opened Moonshot Coffee in White Center. Highlights From This Episode: After years of frequenting Burien Press, Matt bought the coffee shot at the beginning of 20…

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Ep. 042 - Cory Cote & Brandon Ramirez, Owners of Mystery Made 38:14

7y ago38:14

38:14

This week’s guest is Cory Cote and Brandon Ramirez, owners of Mystery Made mens apparel and action sport oriented graphic design firm in The Admiral District of West Seattle. Highlights From This Episode: After 10 years at K2 and Ride Snowboards, Brandon and shortly after, Cory decided to take the leap into self-employment to start their own design…

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Ep. 041 - Clay Eals, Executive Director of the Southwest Historic Society 44:17

7y ago44:17

44:17

This week’s guest is Clay Eals, up until summer of 2017, Clay was the Executive Director of the SouthWest Seattle Historical Society, headquartered out of the Log House Museum on Alki. Highlights From This Episode: Clay Eals has been involved in the Southwest Seattle Historic Society since it was created in 1984 and in 2013, became it's first Execu…

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Ep 40.5 - Where all the new episodes be at?!! 2:02

7y ago2:02

2:02

I've been a bit MIA on the new podcast episodes. Big things in the works for Sea-Town Real Estate & our community partnership initiative... stay tuned for more info (and more episodes)!

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Ep. 040 - Tracy Record, Co-founder of the West Seattle Blog 36:17

7y ago36:17

36:17

This week’s guest is Tracy Record, Co-founder and operator of the West Seattle Blog, West Seattle's go-to news outlet. With husband, Patrick Sand, together they have run the West Seattle Blog full time for the last 10+ years (since 2006). Highlights From This Episode: The West Seattle Blog was launched in December of 2005 by Tracy Record as a perso…

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Ep. 039 - Greg Bennick, Public Speaker & Director of One Hundred For Haiti (A Seattle Non-Profit) 40:21

7y ago40:21

40:21

This week’s guest is Greg Bennick, a public speaker and Executive Director for the Seattle based non-profit, One Hundred for Haiti. Greg got started as an entertainer in his early teens and has been doing public speaking, communicating ideas and engaging with audiences (as a musician in touring bands & as a speaker) ever since. Highlights From This…

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Ep. 038 - Amber Campbell, Owner of Do Communications & GoSouthSeattle.com 34:07

7y ago34:07

34:07

This week’s guest is Amber Campbell, Owner of Do Communications & creator of GoSouthSeattle.com (previously known as the Rainier Valley Post). She is a marketing consultant with 20 years of experience helping small and medium size businesses. Highlights From This Episode: Amber is a marketing consultant with 20 years of experience helping small and…

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EP 37 - Melissa Forziat, Owner of Melissa Forziat Events 42:34

7+ y ago42:34

42:34

This week’s guest is Melissa Forziat, Owner of Melissa Forziat Events. She also helps a lot of small businesses with their marketing needs. Everything from free resources like her ebook to help them get started to marketing consulting and coaching. Highlights From This Episode: Melissa didn't start off planning to create her own small business... S…

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Ep. 036 - Mike Albaek, Co-owner of Proletariat Pizza 32:38

7+ y ago32:38

32:38

This week’s guest is Mike Albaek, Owner of Proletariat Pizza in White Center, just south of West Seattle. Mike and his wife, Stefanie opened Proletariat Pizza in 2009 and have created a friendly neighborhood pizzeria, using quality ingredients to make great pizzas. Highlights From This Episode: Mike and Stefanie Albaek have lived in West Seattle th…

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Ep 035 - Jacob Wiegner, Owner of Blackboard Bistro 26:01

7+ y ago26:01

26:01

This week’s guest is Jacob Wiegner, Owner of Blackboard Bistro in West Seattle. They are all about the food... simplicity, technique and flavor. Their menu is ever changing and reflects Chef Jacob's nomadic life prior this his settling in Seattle with his family. Enjoy delicious food while relaxing in the cozy restaurant atmosphere. Highlights From…

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Ep. 034 - Cary Kemp, Owner of Pizzeria 22 42:10

7+ y ago42:10

42:10

This week’s guest is Cary Kemp, Owner of Pizzeria 22 in the Admiral District or West Seattle. Pizzeria 22 is West Seattle's first Neapolitan style, wood-fired, thin crust pizzeria. Cary traveled to and lived in Naples, Italy for sometime, along with his friend and colleague, Mike MCConnell (of Seattle's Cafe Vita fame) to learn and study how to mak…

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Ep. 033 - Erin Williamson, Owner of Pier Coffee 31:23

7+ y ago31:23

31:23

This week’s guest is Erin Williamson, the owner of Pier Coffee, a Seattle based cold-brew coffee brewer and distributor. They brew, package and produce their coffee cold and can it for ready to drink applications at grocery stores. The big idea is that when your on the go and grabbing a quick lunch at the grocery store, you shouldn't have to sacrif…

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Ep. 032 - Christian Castro, Co-Owner of Industry Finishes 38:31

7+ y ago38:31

38:31

This week’s guest is Christian Castro, Co-Owner of Industry Finishes, a new company spinoff to flush out the already great logistical, office furniture & cubical supplies, facility services and IT Services provided by Reliant Group. Highlights From This Episode: Christian Castro talks about the various businesses he has had and his journey as a ser…

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Ep 031 - Chris Smith, Owner of LowerCase Brewing 34:54

7+ y ago34:54

34:54

This week’s guest is Chris Smith, Owner of LowerCase Brewing. You can get their beer on tap at The Copper Coin & Coastline Burger in West Seattle... or better yet, grab a bear at their new (Nov. 2016) taproom in Georgetown. Highlights From This Episode: LowerCase Brewing opened it's doors in January of 2014 in the South Park neighborhood of Seattle…

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Ep. 030 - Brad Loetel, Co-Owner of West Seattle Cyclery 38:06

7+ y ago38:06

38:06

This week’s guest is Brad Loetel, the co-owner of West Seattle Cyclery, which opened in 2013 in West Seattle's Alaska Junction. After many years in the software industry, he decided to transition and his passion for cycling has driven his desire to create a bike shop which provides great customer service and gives back to the community. Highlights …

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Ep. 029 - Matt Greenfield, owner of QED Coffee 38:12

7+ y ago38:12

38:12

This week’s guest is Matt Greenfield, owner of QED Coffee. QED Coffee started as a wholesale coffee roaster and now has multiple locations in the Mt. Baker and West Seattle neighborhoods. They really excel at perfecting the flavor of their coffee through the roasting and brewing process, while also providing the customer with a great experience. Hi…

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Ep. 028 - Ventures - Beto Yarce 35:01

7+ y ago35:01

35:01

This week’s guest is Beto Yarce, the Executive Director of the Seattle non-profit, Ventures. Ventures helps low income entrepreneurs start their own businesses, through micro-loans, training, mentorship, incubators and on-going support. They empower aspiring entrepreneurs with limited resources and unlimited potential to improve their lives through…

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Ep. 027 - Real Escape from the Sex Trade (REST) - Amanda Hightower 39:07

7+ y ago39:07

39:07

This week’s guest is Amanda Hightower, the Executive Director of the Seattle non-profit Real Escape from the Sex Trade (REST). REST's mission is to provide pathways to freedom, safety and hope for victims of sex trafficking and people involved in the sex trade. Highlights From This Episode: RESTs mission is to "provide pathways to freedom, safety a…

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