Best Ross O Brien Podcasts (2024)

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The Latest Attacks in the West Bank 26:30

2h ago26:30

26:30

Natalie Compton on her Washington Post article looking at the struggle of being a flight attendant // Nate Connors with a Chokepoint: Big changes coming to Highway 2 // Linda Gradstein on the latest attacks in the West Bank // Daily Dose of Kindness: A Trader Joe's employee makes a sweet gesture to a customer // Jake Rosen along the campaign trail …

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Avoiding Analysis Paralysis (Krista Martin) 36:13

2h ago36:13

36:13

Business coach Krista Martin takes a systematic approach to solid growth that places emphasis on strong decision-making. She advocates for swift action over excessive research, urging listeners to embrace imperfection, minimize decision fatigue, and focus on evolving skills as your business grows. In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host D…

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New Indictment Charges Against Trump 33:46

1d ago33:46

33:46

Feliks Banel on the attempts to save the Holy Rosary Church in Tacoma with Jon Carp, of the "Save Tacoma's Landmark Church" movement // Paul Holden on the "8 Bit Big Band" performing at Benaroya Hall// David Fahrenthold on new indictment charges against Donald Trump and the 2024 election outlook // Daily Dose of Kindness: A young girl in Kentucky p…

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Arguments Surrounding the Presidential Debate 28:22

1h ago28:22

28:22

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: The Lynnwood light rail extension is nearly open – is the city prepared? // Scott MacFarlane on the arguments surrounding September 10th's debate // Daily Dose of Kindness: The famous BC do-gooder is at it again // Former State Attorney General Rob McKenna // Gee Scott on whether students should have to lock up the…

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The Conflict Between Israel and Hezbollah 33:23

2h ago33:23

33:23

Casey McNerthney with "Crime and Punishment" – a man murders a dog walker and a drunk driver in the South sound // Jeff McCausland on the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah // Dr. Gordon Cohen on potential health risks of store bought baby food // A look at the policy promises presented by both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump // Daily Dose of Kin…

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Margaret Brennan with reaction to the finale of the Democratic National Convention 56:56

1h ago56:56

56:56

Margaret Brennan with reaction to the finale of the Democratic National Convention // Feliks Banel with "All Over The Map" – Richard Heisler on burying Civil War Veterans // John Keister on the "Almost Live!" exhibit coming to MOHAI next week // Travis Mayfield commentary on the importance of getting vaccinated // Gee Scott on Day 4 of the Democrat…

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Day Three of the DNC 20:32

3h ago20:32

20:32

Cliff McCrath on his career as a soccer coach at SPU // Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: Two massive closures this weekend // Daily Dose of Kindness: A teen graffiti artists gets another chance to become an upstanding citizen // Gee Scott on Day 3 of the Democratic National Convention

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Day Two of the DNC 33:27

4h ago33:27

33:27

Feliks Banel tracks down the Beatle's Seattle route from 60 years ago // Doug Sovern with an update from the DNC // Daily Dose of Kindness: Homes for elder dogs // Scott MacFarlane on the Trump campaign // Gee Scott reacts to Day 2 of the DNC

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Deciding What Is and Isn’t Recyclable 29:22

1h ago29:22

29:22

David Farenthold on the DNC // Chokepoints: Montlake Lid eyes finish line // Lisa Song on who decides what is and is not recyclable // Daily Dose of Kindness: Drive through food banks // Gee Scott reacts to Day 1 of the DNC

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The Democratic National Convention 29:07

1h ago29:07

29:07

Casey McNerthney on Crime and Punishment // Doug Sovern updates us from the DNC // Daily Dose of Kindness: Drive through food banks // Dr. Gordon Cohen on the death of Matthew Perry // Gee Scott on his expectations for the DNC

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The Middle East and the Election 34:17

1h ago34:17

34:17

Margret Brennan on the state of the Middle East and the Election // Feliks Banel's All Over the Map: Thurston County Cowgirl // Paul Holden with the weekend events // Molly Pittman on how to get out and enjoy the Olympic National Park // Daily Dose of Kindness: Giving back to a nurse // Derrick Jennings, South Hill Little League Assistant Coach get…

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The Social Security Hack 28:24

1h ago28:24

28:24

Chokepoints: Lightrail in Lynwood // Jeff McCausland with the latest on ceasefire talks in the Middle East // Daily Dose of Kindness: Kindness returns to kind judge // Ian Sherr on the social security hack

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Embracing Downtime (Anke Herrmann) 37:09

9d ago37:09

37:09

Dr. Irena is joined by Anke Herrmann to discuss the importance of downtime for reducing stress and improving productivity. Clients often feel guilty taking time off, but breaks lead to better sleep, health, and work output. Likewise, downtime is crucial for the insights that propel success. In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Iren…

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The Latest on Ceasefire Talks in the Middle East 26:32

13d ago26:32

26:32

Feliks Banel with an update on the WSU Press // Linda Gradstein with the latest on ceasefire talks in the Middle East // Daily Dose of Kindness: Keeping Jazz alive // Michael Coren on the apps fighting food waste

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Takeaways from Trump's Interview on X 28:34

1d ago28:34

28:34

James Lynch on the south Seattle organization FAST // WA GOP chairman Jim Walsh on primary election results // Chokepoints: Lightrail to Lynwood // Scott Macfarlane on Trump's interview with Elon Musk // Daily Dose of Kindness: Gnome restoration society

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Breaking Down the Latest Economic News 26:21

19h ago26:21

26:21

Jill Schlesinger with the latest economic news // Dr. Gordon Cohen on health benefits to sugars // Casey McNearthney on local crime and punishment // Daily Dose of Kindness // Andrew Lanier talks about Dave Reichert and his standing on Donald Trump

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The Current 2024 Presidential Election Outlook 47:16

7d ago47:16

47:16

Margaret Brennan on the outlook for the 2024 Presidential Election and the ceasefire proposal in Gaza // Feliks Banel with "All Over The Map" – A final flight for one of the Northwest's most iconic aircrafts // Paul Holden with a weekend roundup // Barbara Oswald on the "Please Touch" art exhibit from ReVision Arts organization // Daily Dose of Kin…

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The A.I. Tech Battle Between the U.S. and China 31:39

21d ago31:39

31:39

Ana Swanson on the battle between the US and China for the latest in AI technology // Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: Looking at workers below the deck of state ferries, and why many of them are considering quitting // Congressman Adam Smith on the primary election, Democratic Presidential ticket, and ongoing violence in the Middle East // Daily …

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Political analyst Ron Dotzauer on Primary Results 9:15

13d ago9:15

9:15

Political analyst Ron Dotzauer on Primary Results

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Analysis of Primary Election Results 35:34

8d ago35:34

35:34

Feliks Banel on the potential shuttering of the WSU Press // Ron Dotzauer with analysis on the primary election results in Washington // Daily Dose of Kindness: Elementary students offer words of encouragement to people over the phone // Randy Pepple on the nomination of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz // Gee Scott on his surprise at the dismal perform…

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Cathy Allen, democratic strategist, on Walz 9:17

7d ago9:17

9:17

Cathy Allen, democratic strategist, on Walz

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Tim Walz and the VP Selection 47:11

7d ago47:11

47:11

Jeff Tucker on the economy in Seattle and the housing market // Sam Campbell on the connection between AI innovation and the stock market // Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: Looking at how drivers use the zipper merge // Ian Sherr on the big Google antitrust ruling // Daily Dose of Kindness: some Miami Marlins fans who cannot see find a creative w…

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The Falling of the Stock Market 26:45

8d ago26:45

26:45

Casey McNerthney with "Crime and Punishment" – an ambush in Auburn // Dr. Gordon Cohen on the criticism of nurse practitioners // Jill Schlesinger on the falling of the stock market // Daily Dose of Kindness: some Miami Marlins fans who cannot see find a creative way to enjoy the baseball game // Gee Scott on "The Reset with Gee Scott"…

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The U.S. Progress at the Olympic Games 41:25

21d ago41:25

41:25

Ed O'Keefe on the latest with the 2024 Presidential Race // Feliks Banel with "All Over The Map" – A look at the legendary Seattle "street planes" // Paul Holden with a roundup of all the best events happening around the Sound this weekend // Wendy Gillete on the U.S. progress at the Olympic Games in Paris // Daily Dose of Kindness: Two musicians u…

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Donald Trump's Racially Charged Comments 32:02

28d ago32:02

32:02

Micki Gamez on the Washington State Ferries Fire Preparedness Drills // Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: GPS programs are taking southbound drivers on a circuitous route to Portland // Scott MacFarlane on Donald Trump's racially charged comments at yesterday's meeting of the National Association of Black Journalists // Daily Dose of Kindness: A Ho…

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Reframing Imposter Syndrome (Melanie Benson) 37:19

14d ago37:19

37:19

Dr. Irena and Melanie Benson discuss imposter syndrome — feeling like a fraud despite being competent and achieving success. It’s driven by past experiences that lower self-worth and encourage perfectionism. And although the predictive brain fuels imposter syndrome, it can also help overcome it. In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr.…

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Minimum wage debate 7:27

30d ago7:27

7:27

Minimum wage debate

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The Assassination of a Hamas Leader in Iran 31:15

29d ago31:15

31:15

Feliks Banel on a Seattle tie to the 1924 Paris Olympic Games // Linda Gradstein on the assassination of a prominent Hamas leader in Iran // Sara Nelson on what the Seattle City Council is doing to revive the 3rd and Pike corridor of downtown // Daily Dose of Kindness: Coral reef restoration in Florida // Gee Scott on a debate happening over a mini…

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The Senate Hearing on the Secret Service's Mistakes 38:20

16d ago38:20

38:20

David Fahrenthold on the outlook of the 2024 Presidential election // Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: Drivers on highway 529 are attempting less illegal U-turns // Dr. Christian Lüscher on the impact of fentanyl on the brain // Daily Dose of Kindness: A Connecticut movie theatre appreciates some very special employees // Scott MacFarlane LIVE on …

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Remembering Former Seattle Mayor Charles Royer 34:34

15d ago34:34

34:34

Feliks Banel remembers the life of former Seattle Mayor Charles Royer // Jill Schlesinger on the booming economy despite inflation // Casey McNerthney with "Crime and Punishment" – a local crime report // Daily Dose of Kindness // Dr. Gordon Cohen on the link between alcohol and cancer // Gee Scott on why Washington state is one of the worst places…

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Benjamin Netanyahu's Trip to the U.S. 52:04

1M ago52:04

52:04

Margaret Brennan on the candidacy of Kamala Harris and Benjamin Netanyahu's trip to the US // Feliks Banel with "All Over The Map" – Special edition memorializing Matt Driscoll // Mike Poland on the big eruption at Biscuit Basin in Yellowstone Park // Carol Connolly on the present danger of wildfires in our state // Gee Scott on Barack Obama's endo…

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President Biden's Oval Office Address 34:04

26d ago34:04

34:04

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: Chris films drivers doing illegal U-turns on SR 529 // Linda Kenyon on President Biden's Oval Office Address yesterday // Daily Dose of Kindness: Two teens go above and beyond to clean up their neighborhood // Herb Weisbaum on the predatory practices of many credit card companies // Gee Scott on Southwest airlines …

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Benjamin Netanyahu's Congressional Address 17:48

26d ago17:48

17:48

Feliks Banel in Downtown Seattle on the vision of "Vanishing Seattle" // Daily Dose of Kindness: A plumbing company gives free services to the community // Linda Gradstein on Benjamin Netanyahu's Congressional Address and the current state of affairs in Gaza // Gee Scott on the attacks against Kamala Harris from Republicans…

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Reaction to Kamala Harris' Presidential Campaign 27:24

1M ago27:24

27:24

David Fahrenthold with reaction to Kamala Harris' presidential campaign // Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: Construction in Kirkland will shut down a major thoroughfare there // Scott MacFarlane on the Congressional Hearing of Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle // Daily Dose of Kindness: A program in Baltimore is making sure elderly veterans…

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President Biden Out of the Presidential Race 28:44

1M ago28:44

28:44

Rob McKenna on President Biden dropping out of the Presidential race // Dr. Gordon Cohen on the health properties of GLP-1 drugs // Casey McNerthney with "Crime and Punishment" – a local crime report // Jill Schlesinger on why many investors are firing their financial advisors // Daily Dose of Kindness: A Kirkland woman uses her talent to help the …

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The Conclusion of the RNC 37:08

25d ago37:08

37:08

Dr. Debra Hendricksen on the impact of wildfire smoke on children // Feliks Banel with "All Over The Map" – LIVE in Discovery Park to gear up for the Seafair Pow Wow // Paul Holden with all the best events happening around the Sound this weekend // Jake Rosen on the conclusion of the RNC last night // Daily Dose of Kindness: Country star Luke Bryan…

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The Positive Effects of Social Prescriptions 25:04

1M ago25:04

25:04

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: WSDOT using new lights to signal road work // Julia Hotz on the positive effects of social prescriptions // Daily Dose of Kindness: A crossing guard is bringing joy to one California neighborhood // Gee Scott on the success of EA Sports' College Football 2025 and his pride in his son's inclusion in the game…

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Is Willpower Like a Muscle? (Dov Gordon) 27:28

26d ago27:28

27:28

In this insightful episode, Dov Gordon stresses the value of creating simple processes and sticking to them, while Dr. Irena highlights that willpower can be built by regularly pushing yourself slightly beyond your comfort zones. Consistent, incremental improvement is crucial for long-term success. In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host …

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Iranian Plans Against Donald Trump 36:00

27d ago36:00

36:00

Feliks Banel on historic signs throughout Seattle that need saving // Sam Alaimo on his use of AI to track potential gun possession and prevent deaths // Jeff McCausland on Iranian plans against Donald Trump // Daily Dose of Kindness: The Summer of Self Love // Herb Weisbaum on the predatory nature of supplement companies // Gee Scott on Alex Rodri…

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J.D. Vance and the Republican National Convention 32:54

1M ago32:54

32:54

J.D. Vance on his book, "Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis" [2016 interview] // David Fahrenthold on J.D. Vance and the Republican National Convention // Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: a big project road project in Ballard // Jill Schlesinger on how the feds can "whip" inflation // Daily Dose of Kindness: College studen…

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Celebrating 50 Years of KIRO News Radio 59:49

2M ago59:49

59:49

Roundtable of past stories with similar coverage to the assassination attempt on Donald Trump // Celebrating 50 years of news on KIRO Radio // Casey McNerthney with "Crime and Punishment" – a look at the biggest crime stories from the last 50 years // Celebrating 50 years of news on KIRO Radio // Dr. Cohen on new research into the factors that lead…

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President Biden's Address at the NATO Summit 33:23

2M ago33:23

33:23

Margaret Brennan on President Biden's address at the NATO summit yesterday // Feliks Banel with "All Over The Map" – A look at airway signs in our state's history // Paul Holden with all the best events happening around the Sound this weekend // Jeremy Kahn on his book "Mastering AI" // Daily Dose of Kindness: A 10 year old at a concert gets the op…

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A Children's Hospital Bombed in Kyiv 23:24

2M ago23:24

23:24

Feliks Banel LIVE outside of the Taco Time in Wallingford before it closes // Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: areas of 405 will be closed this weekend // Silke Johnstone on the children's hospital in Kyiv that was bombed this week // Daily Dose of Kindness: A 96-year-old woman achieves her dreams of flying a Cessna plane // Ursula Reutin on Costc…

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President Biden's Bid for Re-Election 30:47

2M ago30:47

30:47

Feliks Banel on the history of Cub Scouts // Scott MacFarlane on Democratic response to President Biden's bid for re-election // Daily Dose of Kindness: A woman in Boston fosters animals in need of protection // Ursula Reutin on the recent crime report for Washington state and what it says about our current crime predicament // Kevin Brasler on wha…

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The Upcoming NATO Summit 27:55

2M ago27:55

27:55

David Fahrenthold on who the Democratic Party should make the new Presidential nominee // Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: a scam masking itself as "Good to Go" // Jeff McCausland on the upcoming NATO summit // Daily Dose of Kindness: Some kind folks save a choking raccoon // Ursula Reutin on the reaction from Washington State Democrats to the hea…

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Avoiding Heat Stroke in Extreme Temperatures 22:55

2M ago22:55

22:55

Casey McNerthney with "Crime and Punishment" – a local crime report // Dr. Gordon Cohen on avoiding heat stroke in extreme temperatures // Jill Schlesinger on how to make the most out of your investments // Daily Dose of Kindness: Former Skid Row inmates make a long trek across the US // Gee Scott on the rise in air conditioning units within the ci…

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President Biden's Mental Capability 20:02

2M ago20:02

20:02

Robert Costa with the latest response from Democrats amidst questions over President Biden's mental capability // Paul Holden with all the best events happening around the Sound this weekend // Daily Dose of Kindness: two US marines are reunited with their service dogs after years apart // The Rick Rizzs Show – Rick Rizzs on the Mariners' slump and…

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Is Visualization Just Fantasy? (Jason Moss) 31:52

2M ago31:52

31:52

Dr. Irena is joined by Jason Moss to discuss the widely touted technique of visualization. The two explore the line between what people think visualization is and what actually happens in the mind, while clarifying the roles of fantasy versus expectation and process versus outcome. In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien…

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Using A.I. to Predict Cardiac Arrest 29:31

2M ago29:31

29:31

Feliks Banel LIVE at SEA Airport for the celebration of 75 years since the facility's construction // D.W. Gibson on the 1999 WTO riots and his book, "One Week to Change the World" // Dr. Neal Chatterjee on his research to use AI to predict cardiac arrest // Daily Dose of Kindness: A school teacher in the UK uses a unique way to teach their student…

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The Democratic Party's Presidential Nominee 29:45

2M ago29:45

29:45

Amy Smith on the CARE program in Seattle // Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: a Grab Bag in preparation for the 4th of July // David Fahrenthold on who the Democratic Party should make the new Presidential nominee // Daily Dose of Kindness: a group of Israelis and Palestinians come together in the midst of war // Gee Scott on the reaction over a sm…

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