The first of the month means it's time to run down our picks for can't-miss events in West Seattle, powered by the West Seattle Blog Event Calendar and Holiday Guide. This month we're joined by Laura Schneider, founder and co-owner of Meeples Games. We find out Laura's picks for what's hot this holiday season, the one game that everyone should know…

The first of the month means it's time to run down our picks for can't-miss events in West Seattle, powered by the West Seattle Blog Event Calendar. This month we’re joined by Erin Rubin, owner of Mode Music Studios and founder of Mode Music and Performing Arts. We talk about the lasting impact of music education in our community and Mode’s Friends…

The first of the month means it's time to run down our picks for can't-miss events in West Seattle, powered by the West Seattle Blog Event Calendar. Tony Wilson has been on fire with his new West Seattle-based family business, Papa Tony’s Hot Sauce. We find out what sparked this idea into entrepreneurship and how the West Seattle community has play…

The first of the month means it's time to run down our picks for can't-miss events in West Seattle, powered by the West Seattle Blog Event Calendar. The lovely and talented Kisha Vaughan was our first-ever guest on All Ways West Seattle, and she’s back to share updates on the many new hats she’s wearing with style, from boxing instructor to Lululem…

The first of the month means it's time to run down our picks for can't-miss events in West Seattle, powered by the West Seattle Blog Event Calendar. July is Independent Retailer Month! Our guests Tim and Lori McConnell of West Seattle Runner share the story behind their long-running retail shop and how giving back to the community sets the pace for…

As we get ready for Pride here in Seattle, we have so much to celebrate. We have one of the country's largest LGBQTIA+ populations. We're a beacon of hope, anti-discrimination, and Washington is notable for being one of the first two states to legalize same-sex marriage by a vote of the people. We are a welcoming place, but not far from here, just …

The first of the month means it's time to talk about our picks for can't-miss events in West Seattle, powered by the West Seattle Blog Event Calendar. Special guest Alex Garcia, co-owner of Admiral Pub, shares big plans for the first-ever Pridefest, happening June 17 at businesses in the Alaska Junction. We're also talking about... [6:30] Terry’s G…

In this episode, we hear from people who live and work in West Seattle about what connects them to this community, and have a chat with the Southwest Seattle Historical Society’s Treasurer John Sweetland about the invaluable role he’s played as a volunteer in keeping things rolling at the Log House Museum, and what fuels his own positive spirit. Th…

The first of the month means it's time to talk about our picks for can't-miss events in West Seattle, powered by the West Seattle Blog Event Calendar. Special guest Brian Callanan of Seattle News Brews and Views podcast shares the scoop on Loop the 'Lupe, and why May is your time to get prepped for the wildest, wettest, and *only* urban obstacle co…

In this episode, we talk with Judy Bentley and Craig Rankin of the West Duwamish Greenbelt Trails Group, a volunteer-run organization working to connect the people of the Duwamish Peninsula to their namesake nature area, Seattle’s largest contiguous forest. Learn more about the West Duwamish Greenbelt Trails Group and download their interactive tra…

We're back for Season 4, with a new format for timely episodes on the 1st of every month! Guest co-host Whitney Moore of the West Seattle Chamber of Commerce joins us for a chat about select April events in West Seattle, including the Chamber's "Cheers to 100 Years" Centennial Event. https://www.wschamber.com…

In this episode of the PrideCast, we learn the stories of three LGBTQIA+ Seattleites as we take a journey through trauma, recovery, and giving back. Learn about one woman spontaneously "playing" the piano (the soundtrack for this episode), how a second trip to prison was a turning point for one young man, and the healing power of beauty pageants fo…

World AIDS Day is December 1, a perfect time to recall the local history of HIV/AIDS and fight for a better future. The AIDS Memorial Pathway, right in the heart of Capitol Hill, is a perfect place to do that. Take a tour of The AMP with host Egan Orion and several key players in the development of this important memorial. On today's podcast: Roset…

In this episode, we celebrate the reopened Jeanette Williams Memorial Bridge through poetry inspired by routes of connection past and present. With special guests Judith Camann of the Highland Park Improvement Club, Seattle Civic Poet Jourdan Imani Keith, and local historian & Seattle Times contributor Clay Eals.…

On August 19, King County declared Monkeypox a public health emergency., and though anybody can get the disease, the vast majority of cases are still in men who have sex with men. In this episode of the PrideCast, we discuss the local response, what's going right, what Public Health can do better, and things you can do to protect yourself and your …

Meet the duo behind Dough Joy, partners in business and life bringing a different kind of donut to the Duwamish Peninsula... and maybe the world! Find out why they chose West Seattle for their base of operations, and get a taste of what’s to come from their vegan business ventures. https://doughjoydonuts.com…

Over Pride weekend this year, the Supreme Court overturned a 49-year-old precedent established in 1973 in Roe v. Wade, reversing the federal right to abortion access in the US. This by itself is a massive social and legal earthquake, but the aftershocks--as promised by Justice Thomas--could reverse other rights. In today's PrideCast, we cover that …

LGBTQ Pride isn't limited to June on the Duwamish Peninsula! Hear firsthand stories behind the ever-expanding Alki Beach Pride celebration coming up Aug 13-14, and the triumphant return of White Center's Lumber Yard Bar after the original location was destroyed in a devastating fire. https://www.alkibeachpride.org/ https://www.thelumberyardbar.com/…

Want to get pumped for Pride weekend? Our PrideFest hosts can help! We have all of them on today's episode of the PrideCast. You'll hear from Aleksa Manila, long-time host of the main stage at PrideFest Seattle Center as well as the host of Drag Queen Storytime. We bring on G.S. Matencio AKA Gaysha Starr, a longtime PrideFest host and co-conspirato…

In this episode we check in with Maggie Kase, the newly-named Executive Director of the Southwest Seattle Historical Society, who shares her journey into that role and her vision for the organization. And with the Log House Museum's 25th anniversary this year, we explore the history of this storied structure before it became a museum. Plus, the Peo…

25-year-old Jake Wesley Rogers has been making music most of his life, but his music career has exploded in the last two years. He came out as gay when he was 12 in rural Missouri and was on America's Got Talent when he was 15. Shortly after, he began producing music independently and was signed to Warner Records in 2020, releasing his EP "Pluto" i…

In this episode, we mix and mingle with members of the West Seattle Chamber of Commerce who recently gathered at the Log House Museum, and hear from people volunteering their time and effort to build The Heron’s Nest, a community-led project where giving back is being taken to new heights. https://www.wschamber.com/ https://www.theheronsnest.org/ h…

This episode marks an all-new season of All Ways West Seattle, and a new partnership with the Southwest Seattle Historical Society. What better topic to begin with than the Historical Society itself? We’ll start with origin stories from the early days with Gini Stimpson, daughter of Elliott Couden who led the vision for a local historical society. …

After nearly two years of pandemic shutdowns and uncertainty, ArtsWest Playhouse in the Junction returns to live theatre productions with a whole new season, kicking off with We’ve Battled Monsters Before, a new musical created by and co-starring Seattle-based playwright and composer Justin Huertas. We talk with Justin about the magic found in this…

Join us in a toast to Lora Radford as she reflects on her time as Executive Director of the West Seattle Junction Association, and looks forward to her new role at Sound Transit in bringing light rail to West Seattle. Huge thanks to Lora and the West Seattle Junction Association for being the first-ever sponsor and supporter of this podcast! https:…

Spirit Returns 2.0 A Duwamish and Settler Story is a revival exhibit being presented by two West Seattle cultural institutions in their respective locations with refreshed perspectives. We talk with Jolene Haas, Director of the Duwamish Longhouse and Cultural Center, and Maggie Kase, Curator for the Southwest Seattle Historical Society's Log House …

This weekend is Pacific Northwest Black Pride! Yes, it's mainly for people of color, but allies can attend, too. Find out from POCAAN Executive Director and PNW Black Pride co-founder Steven Sawyer about this weekend's events. Then, take a deep dive into Ball culture, explaining the history, houses, competition, prizes, kikis, mainstream Ball cultu…

This episode is a "feed drop" of a new podcast: Field to Fork, a deep dive into the local food systems of the Puget Sound area. This debut episode tells the fascinating story of Farmbox Greens, a homegrown "vertical farming" business that has its roots in West Seattle. Field to Fork is produced with support from Charlie's Produce and Seattle Restau…

The Seattle Queer Film Festival is happening October 14-24, with both in-person and virtual opportunities to see great queer film! The opening night film this year is Potato Dreams of America, a film by Wes Hurley about growing up gay in Russian and emigrating to the United States. We talk with Wes about his ten year filmmaking career and about "Po…

In this episode we check in with the Senior Center of West Seattle as it celebrates its 50th anniversary! We hear from the people working to keep the Center running and evolving, including Executive Director Amy Lee Derenthal and Development and Communications Manager Nathan Box. And we stop by the monthly birthday lunch to chat with volunteers and…

In this episode we hear about the Art of Music, a free series of live music performances created and curated to accompany the monthly West Seattle Art Walk. We’ll also hear some poetry about music composed in West Seattle by typewriter poet Sean Petrie, and look ahead to event highlights for September brought to you by West Seattle Blog. www.westse…

This episode is all about ice cream, as we get the scoop on two very different styles of desert deliciousness in the neighborhood. First we chat with MOTO chef-owner Lee Kindell for a Tastemaker deep dive on the unique soft serve he’s paired with some of the most sought-after pizza in Seattle. And how does one get the chance to create their very ow…

In this episode, the legendary Bigfoot comes to town for the premiere of HUNTING BIGFOOT, a new locally-produced movie opening August 20 at the Historic Admiral Theatre. Are there Bigfoot believers in West Seattle? We find out by hitting the streets to hear firsthand from The People of the Junction. And you can’t miss our exclusive interview betwee…

Peak summer returns to West Seattle, but in this particular post(?)-pandemic season, nothing's the same as it ever was. We meet the new manager of the West Seattle Farmers Market for a taste of what's fresh and new, and check in with Kisha Vaughan for the Hot Dish on reconnecting with family and getting back in the groove at Easy Street Cafe. https…

Get the rundown on Loop the 'Lupe 5k fun run with a twist from race organizer Brian Callanan, including a special offer for our listeners! And, ahead of the second Record Store Day event of the year happening July 17 at Easy Street Records, we discuss some top picks from this latest batch of must-have limited releases with our own in-house musical …

The second weekend of July is when we’d typically be gathering in the Junction to mix it up with neighbors and friends, catch some live music, and enjoy a rare opportunity to eat and drink al fresco. But while Summer Fest as we’ve come to know it is taking another pandemic-induced break, there’s still plenty happening in connection to this annual e…

Get to know Wes Olsen, a longtime West Seattle-ite who’s discovered a new way of viewing and valuing his community through his passion for street photography. One of the things I love about street photography is the way that people are captured in very candid moments, not posing for pictures or framing themselves in a particular way. In the age of …

Ever since this podcast began, I’ve been talking to people in West Seattle about the various pandemic-related pivots they’ve made in their personal and professional lives. In this episode, I get to know more about a member of our community who made a big bold move well before the whole world changed, motivated by his own internal thinking, his desi…

In our latest PrideCast, we talk with Co-Host Aleksa Manila about her (now) virtual celebration, PrideAsia Fest, happening at noon on Sunday, May 30, 2021. We'll also be talking with three PrideAsia ambassadors about their work in the community and what they'll be doing for PrideAsia Fest. Guests: Arnaldo! Drag Chanteuse Gaysha Star Starr Atasha Ma…

As we begin to emerge from our protective pandemic bubbles, opportunities for in-person community connection of all kinds are starting to appear. One such happening is brand new: it’s called Jet City Laboratory, a cultural incubator and collaborative space taking shape in the former 8 Limbs Yoga studio that sits just above the heart of the Alaska J…

This episode is a real mouthful! First we hear from local dental hygienist Lynn Imel about navigating her job at Kae Dental through the pandemic. Find out what it's been like working at COVID ground zero, and if West Seattle could qualify as a certified "fresh breath zone." We’ll also learn more about the new local baking operation known as Patch P…

In this Spring edition of our seasonal West Seattle book report, we hear from people in the Junction about their latest and greatest reads, from classic science fiction to modern-day politicians. If you've got a book you want the world to know about (starting with West Seattle), share it on our social channels including Facebook, Instagram, and Twi…

Now that we’ve passed a full year without the West Seattle Bridge, how are people dealing with the loss of our primary connector to the rest of the city? We find out if anyone’s been able to find a bright side to the bridge closure. And as local parents prepare to send their kids back to school, we check in with Kisha Vaughan for her Hot Dish on th…

That spring feeling hits the Junction with the post-pandemic resurrection of neighborhood mainstay, the Poggie Tavern. We find out what’s in store for this legendary watering hole from one of the new owners, Joel Stedman. Plus, the West Seattle Farmer’s Market expands its offerings to welcome back old favorites and new vendors.…

On today's PrideCast, Aleska and Egan do a COVID vaccine check-in, talk about in-person Pride in 2021, and take a deep dive with Washington State Supreme Court Associate Justice Mary Yu about the epidemic of anti-Asian hate and how allies can join the fight against it.By Seattle PrideFest

Food & Wine Magazine recently decreed that the best sandwich in the state of Washington is made right here in West Seattle, at neighborhood mainstay Seattle Fish Company. Go for a deep dive into the story behind this famous fish sandwich and more with Seattle Fish Company owner Jon Daniels. Plus, the Jeanette Williams Memorial Time Machine goes bac…

The podcast hits its one-year anniversary with a look back at how far we’ve come and gratitude for all the support that got us this far. We talk with Paul Casey about his KKNW radio show, Voices of Experience, and what it takes to succeed as an entrepreneur, then replay the interview segment on his show that first introduced us.…

Get to know “typewriter poet” Sean Petrie who discusses his on-the-spot approach to creating poetry, including West Seattle-focused works collected in his book, “Listen to the Trees,” created with the Southwest Seattle Historical Society and published in 2020 by West Seattle-based publisher Documentary Media. And in part two of our interview with W…

When you think about who or what has played a pivotal role in defining our community, do West Seattle Blog, Rolf Neslund, and the West 5 Mai Tai come to mind? They will once you hear the fascinating backstories of these everyday icons.By Keith Bacon

Dakota Street sits on the top end of the Junction, just above where a new beginning is underway for artists over 50 led by Fogue Gallery and its inspiring owner/founder, Patti Curtis. Right across California Avenue, local singer Cheryl Serio is spreading joy with impromptu performances from her apartment balcony. Plus, the Jeanette Williams Memoria…