Live From Seattle with Michelle Mendoza is a fun, feisty, faith-filled look at the news behind the news…the “God story” behind the headlines and truth within the topics of the day. Your drive home will be more informative and enjoyable with Michelle, your friend in the afternoon.
Today Tim spoke with Ravon Johnson, he is the Church Engagement Program Manager at Seattle's Union Gospel Mission. They discussed all the amazing things the Seattle's Union Gospel Mission does for homeless people. Also their new project called: Cornerstone, a 10-year plan to increase the reach and success of our programs, enabling us to serve more homeless neighbors more effectively. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with Shama Shams. She is the Director of Philanthropy and Marketing of REST. They talked about REST and what they do to build relationships with people who were being trafficked in the local sex trade, learn what their true needs were, and serve as a bridge to critical services and resources. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with Kela Hall. Kela is the co-founder of KD Hall Communications, which has done work in corporate and government sectors. She is a leader in workforce development and women initiatives. She spoke about what her company does for women and her career and Emmy nominations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with Ralph Fry. Ralph is an ordained minister and brings over 50 years of experience to the Chaplaincy. He is the founding chaplain for NWIS which began in 2004. He is also the founder and former Ambassador of Hope Unlimited. They talked about his life and his friendship with Tim's family. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with Nathan Lewis. Nathan is among the world's leading authorities on monetary policy and economic history and book author. He just wrote a book called: INFLATION: What It Is, Why It's Bad, and How to Fix It?. He discussed with us the book and gave us some tips on how to deal with this rampant inflation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with Ryan Calkins. He is a member of the Port of Seattle Commission in Washington. He talked to us about the present and the future of Port of Seattle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with Brandi Kruse. She is an , American Emmy Nominated Journalist, anchor and reporter. They discussed the SPD sexual assault issues going in Seattle right now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke to the lead Pastor of Epic Life Church, Keith Carpenter. He talked to us about the revitalization of Aurora Avenue. Also on the show, Marty Bluewater. Marty shared with us his fascinating story on he ended up being the only person living in Protection Island. How is his everyday life there and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with Shawn Schrader. Shawn is asubstitute teacher in the Marysville School District. He sent us an e-mail telling us how he was disillusioned with the Seattle school district and decided to leave and start a middle school in our area. Also on the show, Micheal Azira, former Sounders player and Ugandan soccer National team. He shared with us a little bit of life, from his beginnings in Uganda to his life now in the US. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with Julie Bauke, she is the Founder and Chief Career Strategist with The Bauke Group. We discussed remote working and the pros and cons. Also on the show today, Eric Mittenthal. He is president of the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council and truly is the Hot dog Top Dog. Eric's knowledge of hot dogs and sausage facts, history and etiquette makes him the perfect person to talk hotdogs now that Summer is here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with Jonathan Choe, he is an American Crime and Justice News reporter. He talked to us about her new job after he got fired from Komo News. We also had on the show, Heidi S.T. John. She is running for Congress to represent Washington's 3rd District. She shared with us the reason why she is running and her ideas for our country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with Pastor Rick Reynolds. He was the director of Operation Nightwatch, an organization that has spent about a half a century feeding and finding housing for people experiencing homelessness, Reynolds just retired. He spoke about his life and his future and also about Operation Nightwatch and what they do for the homeless people in the Puget Sound. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim had on the show, Mark Herrara. He is on the Dept. of Homeland Security's Sub-sector Council. He the Director of Safety & Security for the International Association of Venue Managers and trains first responders and emergency managers across the country in focus, performance and control in extreme situations. The discussed the mass shooting in Uvalde and the way the police handled the situation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today we had the "Health Hour" with Dr. Joe Pizzorno. Dr. Pizzorno is a transformational leader in medicine. He was the founding president of Bastyr University in 1978, and he coined the term “science-based natural medicine." He answered various listeners' questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim talked to Seattle District attorney Ann Davison. She spoke to us about her decision to not prosecute nearly 2,000 misdemeanor cases from the city's backlog and her decision to prosecute repeat offenders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today, Tim spoke with Tiffany Smiley. She is running for election to the U.S. Senate to represent Washington. They discussed the terrible job Patty Murray, as chair of the powerful HELP committee, has done in regards to the current baby formula shortage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with Chad Brown. He played in the NFL for 15 years including playing with our Seattle Seahawks. Now, Chad, has established himself as a successful entrepreneur. He turned a lifelong passion for animals and nature into a career of businesses devoted to responsible reptile breeding and commerce. His company, Ship Your Reptiles, helps breeders and hobbyists ship their reptiles. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today, Tim spoke with Jonathan Isaac, NBA Player for the Orlando Magic and book author. He just wrote a book called: Why I Stand. He discussed the book with Tim and took us through the experiences that drove some of his controversial decisions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today, Tim had an amazing conversation with Bob Ruhlman. He is the Principal at King's High School. They talked about his life, his future and Crista Ministries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with Rob Kelley. He is a supply chain expert and a Senior Partner at Headstorm. He has a wide-range of experience with international shipping, clogged ports and the trucking industry. They discussed the issue with the supply of baby formula. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with Elizabeth Kreiselmaier. She is a Republican Candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives in WA-06. She spoke about her candidacy, her goals and her differences with her opponents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with John Thibault. He is an award-winning author, screenwriter, and the author of the #1 International bestseller, “How to Change a Law” and “Sway.” They discussed his book and some of the ridiculous that still exist in some cities. Also on the show today, Mike Anderson, Seattle Entrepreneur. He and Tim had an amazing conversation about the past and the future of Seattle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with Mark Hager. He is a historian and award-winning documentary filmmaker based in North Carolina. They discussed Mark's latest book: The Last of the 357th Infantry, Mark Hager shared with us incredibly detailed and powerful narrative about the last living veteran of the 357th Infantry, Bronze Star recipient, and expert B.A.R. rifleman: Harold Frank. It was truly an amazing story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tim spoke with Sara Mednick, cognitive neuroscientist at the University of California. She spoke about her new book called: The Power of the Downstate about what simple, scientifically-proven steps we can all take—men and women, young and old—to reduce stress. Also on the show, John Pehrson. John is a community leader and talked about his magnificent job in the city of Seattle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with Catherine Engelbrecht. She is the president of True the Vote. She is featured prominently in the new hit movie 2000 mules, and spoke in depth about the movie and also how they used geo tracking technology to track the election fraud in 2020. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tim spoke with Dr. M. Mahbub Hossain of Texas A&M University about a new study about the consequences that the pandemic had and will have in children's metal health. Also on the show, Jacqueline B. Helfgott, Ph.D. Professor and director of the Department of Criminal Justice Crime & Justice Research Center at Seattle University. She discussed with Tim a new survey that revealed that Faith in Seattle law enforcement is down to its lowest point in the last seven years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today we had "Health Hour" with Dr. Joe Pizzorno. Dr. Pizzorno is a transformational leader in medicine. He was the founding president of Bastyr University in 1978, and he coined the term “science-based natural medicine." Today, many listeners called with their health related questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tim spoke with Nancy Nong, she is the owner of Thai Siam restaurants, one of the sponsors of the show. She talked about the history of the restaurant and of course delicious food. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today, Tim spoke with Knute “Mossback” Berger. Knute is the Crosscut's Editor-at-Large and host of the Mossback's Northwest TV series on KCTS 9. They talked about the history of the Space Needle and its 60th anniversary See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with Dinesh D'Souza. Dinesh is an American conservative writer, author and filmmaker. He just released the movie: 2000 mules. In the movie, he makes a powerful argument that 2020 was a stolen election. More important, D'Souza proves it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with Dinesh D'Souza. Dinesh is an American conservative writer, author and filmmaker. He just released the movie: 2000 mules. In the movie, he makes a powerful argument that 2020 was a stolen election. More important, D'Souza proves it. Also on the show, Dr. Keffer. He is the keynote speaker of the 2022 Restoring Hearts Women's Conference. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tim spoke with Stephanie N. Taub. Stephanie is a Senior Counsel with First Liberty Institute, the law firm defending coach, Joseph Kennedy, who claims the Bremerton School District unlawfully discriminated against him by ordering him to stop leading the prayers. Also on the show, Adam Rizzieri. He is Co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer with Agency Partner Interactive, a digital marketing firm in Dallas. They discussed Twitter after it was bought by Elon Musk. We finished the show talking with Mike Johnson. Mike is the CEO at Yakima Union Gospel Mission. They discussed the upcoming Summit for Common Good on April 29, 2022. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with Sen. Reuven Carlyle. He represents Washington's 36th Legislative District. Reuven Carlyle, a longtime Seattle legislator who has championed government transparency, digital privacy and key climate change legislation, including the new statewide carbon cap-and-invest law, announced that he won't seek reelection this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tim interviewed Arthur Karuletwa. He survived the Rwandan genocide of 1994 but 3/4 of his genealogical family did not. He escaped to the US and since has been traveling the world teaching about coffee sustainability. Listen to this powerful conversation as Arthur discusses the current climate of race in the USA and how it compares to Rwanda. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with Fr3deR1cK Taylor. He is an Emmy Award-winning filmmaker. They talked about his career as a filmmaker and they focused on his civil rights documentary “Counter Histories: Rock Hill,” which is about the black college student group the Friendship 9. Also talked his travel around the world and his advice for American youth. Also on the show Sara Nelson. She is a member of the Seattle City Council in Washington, representing Position 9 At-Large. They talked about her first 108 days as a council member and her vision for the city. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tim spoke with Monica Guzman. She is a renowned journalist, book author and Director of Digital & Storytelling at Braver Angels. As we talked to Mónica we realized she not only has a deep intellectual approach, but is incredibly thoughtful and willing to embrace tensions and cross boundaries.. Also on the show, Trish Ahjel Roberts. She has come up with five tips for taming the temper of drivers behind the wheel and shared them with us, especially now that there have been so many incidents of road rage in Seattle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with Greg Laurie. He is the senior pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship. He talked with Tim about Boise Harvest, an amazing event to take place in Boise, Idaho, on April 23 and 24. Also on the show, former Sounders star Lamar Neagle. He talked about the Concacaf finals and the Sounders' chances of winning that trophy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today, Tim spoke with Charles Durrett. He is an architect, author, and advocate of affordable, socially responsible and sustainable design. He talked to us about his upcoming trip to the Poland Ukrainian border to help Ukrainian migrants. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with Nick Brossoit, He is a leadership coaching and consulting and book author. The discussed his book: LOVE THE PEOPLE IN LINE: Through the Eyes of My Heart. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tim had Brandi Kruse on the show. They discussed a poll that shows that more than 67% of people want to leave Seattle. Also on the show, Wes Herman, founder and CEO of Woods Coffee. They talked about his amazing company Woods Coffee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tim spoke with Jordan Morris and Cristian Roldan. These 2 players have become part of the cornerstone of a dynasty in Major League Soccer with the Seattle Sounders. With two MLS championships under their belt they are just coming into their prime as players. Each are becoming forces on the US Men's National Team as well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today we had "Health Hour" with Dr. Joe Pizzorno. Dr. Pizzorno is a transformational leader in medicine. He was the founding president of Bastyr University in 1978, and he coined the term “science-based natural medicine." He answered various listeners' questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tim spoke today with Ja'Warren Hooker. He is a Fitness & Wellness motivator, Personal Trainer and Team USA Track Athlete with amazing achievements of being a 4X PanAm Games Gold Medalist and Track & Field Olympian (2000 Games,) He is also an Entrepreneur, bringing new approaches to maintaining your health and lifestyle. He spoke about Stretch 22, physical therapy that he is offering right now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today we started the show with another segment of "What did Dave eat today", with Dave our engineer. Also on the show Rebecka Koffler, Ex-DIA intel agent. Author of 'Putin's Playbook: Russia's Secret Plan to Defeat America. She just wrote the foreword for the book Zelensky: The Unlikely Ukrainian Hero Who Defied Putin and United World. She talked about Zelensky and what we can expect with this conflict between Russia and the Ukraine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with Jason Miller. He is the CEO of GETTR, and Former Senior Advisor for President Donald J. Trump. They talked about the importance of Elon Musk buying stocks in Twitter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr. Greg Smalley. He is the Vice President of Marriage and Family Formation at Focus on the Family. He suggested several ways to stand by and stand up for your spouse after what Will Smith did at the Oscars. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tim spoke today with John Mosley. He is the head coach of the East Los Angeles College Men's basketball team. The Team is featured on the Emmy Award-winning sports docu-series Last Chance U. They spoke about the upcoming 2 second season of this hit show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with journalist Janathan Choe. He talked to us about being fired from KOMO TV after covering a Proud Boy March in Olympia WA and what's his next steps are. Also on the show, Restaurant Owner David Meinert. He is the owner of the restaurant(s)/bar(s) Huckleberry Square, 5 Point and Mecka, and talked to Tim about the rash of break ins in Seattle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Tim spoke with Tiffany Smiley, she is running for election to the U.S. Senate to represent Washington. She talked about her candidacy, her goals and why the State of Washington needs to replace Patty Murry. Also on the show Joyce Hengesbach and Martin Pagel of SkyLink. They talked about urban gondolas that they propose as an alternative to the expensive, intrusive light rail system that Sound Transit is planning for West Seattle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We opened the show with our favorite new segment with our chief engineer Dave. Then Tim spoke with Ron Muzzall. He is a member of the Washington State Senate, representing District 10. He is calling for an audit and investigation into the financial dealings of state housing funds considering the corruption allegations against former Speaker of the House Frank Chopp. Finally on the show, Alex Halverson. He is a Tech reporter at Puget Sound Business Journal. He and Tim discussed his latest article about the decline in the population in King County. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today, Tim spoke with Dee Wallace. You know her from ET, The Howling , Critters and many other incredible movies. She came to the show to talk about the 40th anniversary of the movie E.T. and also about her new book: Born. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.