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Opposites attract. Tom Tangney is a boisterous, bus-riding, liberal; John Curley is a sharp-dressed, Porsche-driving, conservative. Together they tackle the news of the day from both sides of the issues. Reaching across the aisle has never been this much fun! Listen live weekdays 9am to noon on KIRO…

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    The Tom and Curley Show podcast is an absolute delight to listen to. Hosted by Tom Tangney and John Curley, this show offers a perfect blend of entertainment, humor, and intelligent conversation. The chemistry between the hosts is palpable, making for a dynamic and engaging listening experience.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the incredible storytelling ability of John Curley. He has a captivating way of drawing in listeners with his anecdotes and narratives. His energy and wit are infectious, keeping you hooked from start to finish. Additionally, Tom Tangney's level-headed views provide a perfect balance to Curley's more conservative leanings. Their discussions about life and politics are thought-provoking and often reveal different perspectives that make for compelling dialogue.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is the long-standing friendship between Tom and Curley. Having been on air together for over 12 years, their rapport is undeniable. They have an undeniable chemistry that translates seamlessly into their conversations on the show. It's refreshing to see opposite ends of the spectrum come together and chat about various topics while still maintaining respect for one another.

    However, one drawback of this podcast is the frequent interruptions caused by advertising. While it's understandable that advertising helps support the show, the podcast version seems to be filled with excessive interruptions that can disrupt the flow of conversation. This can be frustrating for listeners who are looking for uninterrupted content.

    In conclusion, The Tom and Curley Show podcast is a must-listen for anyone who enjoys entertaining banter, thoughtful discussions, and a good dose of laughter. The combination of John Curley's captivating storytelling abilities and Tom Tangney's level-headed views creates a unique listening experience that keeps you coming back for more. Despite some occasional interruptions due to advertising, this podcast remains one of the best in its genre thanks to its lovable cast and distinct personalities.



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    Hour 4: Mercer Island is getting light rail this Saturday, whether it wants it or not

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2026 32:53


    6pm: Video Guest - Barry Neufeld - Former School Board Adminstartior from Britishg Columbia // Neufeld was charged with a hate crime in 2018 for comparing assisting children in transitioning to child abuse // Did You Hurt Someone’s Dignity? In Canada, It Can Cost You. // Video Guest - Ry Curley on the 2026 Mariners // Guest - Chris "Sully" Sullivan crossed I-90 on the I-90 on the Light Rail // Mercer Island is getting light rail this Saturday, whether it wants it or not

    Hour 3: Trump extends “energy plant destruction” deadline by 10 days

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2026 33:15


    5pm: Trump extends “energy plant destruction” deadline by 10 days // War will push U.S. inflation above 4% this year, OECD says // Iran Is Applying the Lessons of Russia’s Drone Warfare Against America // Trump Explains 'Big Present' From Iran // TSA official stresses record-high airport wait times as shutdown drags on // Return of ‘No Kings’: Here’s what to know about third Seattle protest // Police Used Flock to Give a Man a Traffic Ticket // Video Guest - Demi Tran - Owner of Big Whale Consignment on Aurora // How a furniture consignment store on Aurora Avenue caught the eyes of millions on social media // Letters

    Hour 2: Did You Hurt Someone's Dignity? In Canada, It Can Cost You.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2026 32:53


    4pm: Video Guest - Barry Neufeld - Former School Board Adminstartior from Britishg Columbia // Neufeld was charged with a hate crime in 2018 for comparing assisting children in transitioning to child abuse // Did You Hurt Someone’s Dignity? In Canada, It Can Cost You. // Video Guest - Ry Curley on the 2026 Mariners // Guest - Chris "Sully" Sullivan crossed I-90 on the I-90 on the Light Rail // Mercer Island is getting light rail this Saturday, whether it wants it or not

    Hour 1: Guest - Megan King - Chief Develement and strategy Officer for Zac Brown's "Camp Southern Ground"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2026 32:59


    3pm: I Was Thinking: Guest - Megan King - Chief Develement and strategy Officer for Zac Brown's "Camp Southern Ground" // Aaron Granillo - It's Opening Day! // ‘I’m going to enjoy every drop’: Rick Rizzs embraces final Opening Day as Mariners eye World Series // Mariners announce 2026 opening day roster; here’s how to watch // A Michigan judge was shocked when a woman joined for a court appearance on Wednesday while driving, and lied about it.

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    Hour 3: HUD launches investigation into race-based Washington housing program

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2026 33:15


    5pm - GUEST - CARLEEN JOHNSON - THE CENTER SQUARE // HUD launches investigation into race-based Washington housing program // Carleen also spent her afternoon knocking on daycare doors in Seattle // GUEST - AARON GRANILLO // AI Takes the Mound — Mariners train against virtual big-leaguers // LETTERS

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    Hour 4: Quadruple Amputee Accused of Murdering Someone and Fleeing the Scene by Car — And Police Haven't Explained How That's Even Possible

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2026 32:41


    6pm: Video Guest – Jim Walsh – State Rep and Chairman of The WA State GOP // Repeal the Income Tax initiative being readied for the Nov 2026 ballot // Guest – Aaron Mason – Writer, Producer, Investigator and Host of : “Gardens of Evil: Inside The Zion Society Cult” // All episodes now streaming on all podcast platforms // Quadruple Amputee Accused of Murdering Someone and Fleeing the Scene by Car — And Police Haven’t Explained How That’s Even Possible

    Hour 3: Eitan Levine spent the majority of the past month inside bomb shelters in Tel Aviv.. 117 times since the start of the war with Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2026 33:24


    Video Guest – Eitan Levine – Comedian and John’s Favorite Jew // Eitan spent the majority of the past month inside bomb shelters in Tel Aviv.. 117 times since the start of the war with Iran // A Dyslexic’s take on Trump’s Newsom diss // Letters 

    Hour 2: Repeal the Income Tax initiative being readied for the Nov 2026 ballot 

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2026 31:20


    4pm: Video Guest – Jim Walsh – State Rep and Chairman of The WA State GOP // Repeal the Income Tax initiative being readied for the Nov 2026 ballot // Trump claims Iran will make a deal; teases vague “present/prize” Iran gifted him // Quadruple Amputee Accused of Murdering Someone and Fleeing the Scene by Car — And Police Haven’t Explained How That’s Even Possible

    Hour 1: Is History Repeating Itself?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2026 31:37


    3pm: I Was Thinking: Is History Repeating Itself? // Guest – Aaron Mason – Writer, Producer, Investigator and Host of : “Gardens of Evil: Inside The Zion Society Cult” // All episodes now streaming on all podcast platforms // ‘Cursed’ Ganesh statue listed on Craigslist by Everett man after he claims it ‘ruined his life’

    Hour 4: AI to warn Seattle Lime scooters to stay off sidewalks

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 33:24


    6pm: Trump Rejects Exit Ramp on TSA Spending Impasse // Is ICE coming to Sea-Tac Airport? Here’s what we know // What to know about the SAVE America Act // Supreme Court appears ready to limit mail-in balloting ahead of midterms // Trump shares his updated feelings on Joe Kent Air taxis in WA? FAA’s new program aims to have them flying soon // Thing // Air taxis in WA? FAA’s new program aims to have them flying soon //  AI to warn Seattle Lime scooters to stay off sidewalks  // Latest on Ernie “Mack” Makinson

    Hour 3: Why more WA utilities want to remotely control your thermostat ?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 33:44


    5pm: Why more WA utilities want to remotely control your thermostat // WA has a jobs crisis. Why won’t our leaders say it? // John:  Seattle is no longer open for business.  Buildings are empty and they want a “vacancy tax”?! // Seattle's Minimum Wage Laws Backfired on Uber and Lyft. Now the Union Wants To Limit Drivers. // John responds to texts challenging his take on Trump’s Mueller comments // Letters

    Hour 2: Is ICE coming to Sea-Tac Airport? Here's what we know

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 33:02


    4pm: Trump Rejects Exit Ramp on TSA Spending Impasse // Is ICE coming to Sea-Tac Airport? Here’s what we know // What to know about the SAVE America Act // Supreme Court appears ready to limit mail-in balloting ahead of midterms // Trump shares his updated feelings on Joe Kent // California's Over-Budget $114 Million Wildlife Bridge Has Become the Latest Symbol of a State That Can't Stop Making Headlines // Latest on Ernie “Mack” Makinson

    Hour 1: Trump's Honesty on Mueller is an East Coast Thing

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 35:03


    3pm: I Was Thinking: Trump’s Honesty on Mueller is an East Coast Thing // Air taxis in WA? FAA’s new program aims to have them flying soon // AI to warn Seattle Lime scooters to stay off sidewalks // LaGuardia Airport crash: Pilot, copilot killed in jet, fire truck collision

    Hour 4: Rapper Afroman wins lawsuit against police

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2026 32:48


    6pm - GUEST - TODD MYERS - WASHINGTON POLICY CENTER // Rapper Afroman wins lawsuit against police over mocking their 2022 raid in viral music videos // Legendary actor Chuck Norris dies at 86

    Hour 3: GUEST - Ernie “Mack” Makinson, the KC Metro Bus Crash Hero

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2026 32:29


    5pm - GUEST - ERNIE “MACK” MAKINSON - THE KC METRO BUS CRASH HERO // Passenger jumps in to stop bus after driver suffers medical emergency in Greenwood // KNOW-IT-ALL QUIZ // LETTERS

    Hour 2: Nate Stole All of Our 14 Carrot Cookies

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2026 31:01


    4pm - GUEST - TODD MYERS - WASHINGTON POLICY CENTER // He Earns $1,000 a Job—and He’s a Car Dealer’s Worst Nightmare // Nate Stole All of Our 14 Carrot Cookies 

    Hour 1: You're Not Crazy, Your Taxes Will Go Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2026 31:55


    3pm - I WAS THINKING:  You’re Not Crazy, Your Taxes Will Go Up // Rapper Afroman wins lawsuit against police over mocking their 2022 raid in viral music videos // Legendary actor Chuck Norris dies at 86

    Hour 4: Burger King Just Fired the Burger King

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 32:56


    Burger King Just Fired the Burger King. It’s a Big Risk, and an Even Bigger Leadership Lesson // Harger: Seattle’s RapidRide J Line is spending $156M on Eastlake Avenue. Buses won’t get priority lanes. Bike lanes will. // William McCasland search: Ex-colleague vanished months before him // Nine scientists from one institution have gone missing or been killed in 9 months // LETTERS

    Hour 3: Guest - Paul Chabot - CEO of ConservativeMove.com

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 31:32


    FBI investigating whether departed counterterrorism official Joe Kent leaked classified info // Kent went on the Tucker Carlson Show Wednesday to explain his decision to resign and share his opinion that the President is operating at the behest of Israel // VIDEO GUEST - PAUL CHABOT - CEO OF CONSERVATIVE MOVE . COM New York Governor Kathy Hochul on how to get high net worth residents back to NY // Burger King Just Fired the Burger King. It’s a Big Risk, and an Even Bigger Leadership Lesson

    Hour 2: Kent went on the Tucker Carlson Show Wednesday

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 32:56


    FBI investigating whether departed counterterrorism official Joe Kent leaked classified info // Kent went on the Tucker Carlson Show Wednesday to explain his decision to resign and share his opinion that the President is operating at the behest of Israel // New York Governor Kathy Hochul on how to get high net worth residents back to NY // Burger King Just Fired the Burger King. It’s a Big Risk, and an Even Bigger Leadership Lesson 

    Hour 1: The Disturbing Rise of the ‘Alpine Divorce'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 32:16


     I WAS THINKING:  Eastlake Bike Lane Expansion Has Business Owners in Pain // Harger: Seattle’s RapidRide J Line is spending $156M on Eastlake Avenue. Buses won’t get priority lanes. Bike lanes will. // The Disturbing Rise of the ‘Alpine Divorce’ // Passenger jumps in to stop bus after driver suffers medical emergency in Greenwood // FBI investigating whether departed counterterrorism official Joe Kent leaked classified info // Kent went on the Tucker Carlson Show Wednesday to explain his decision to resign and share his opinion that the President is operating at the behest of Israel   

    Hour 4: Recapping the Wins & Losses from the 2026 Legislative Session

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 30:10


    6pm: Video Guest – State Rep Travis Couture // Recapping the Wins & Losses from the 2026 Legislative Session // Key Moments From Markwayne Mullin’s Capitol Hill Hearing // Washington launches anti-litter campaign featuring marmot puppet as your conscience

    Hour 3: Eric Johnson reflects on “Seattle is Dying” 7 years later

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 30:16


    5pm: Video Guest – Eric Johnson – Former Anchor at KOMO NEWS // Now retired from broadcasting, Eric reflects on “Seattle is Dying” 7 years later // Ride the SLUT & Child Care Clarification ACTUAL Letters // Letters

    Hour 2: Washington launches anti-litter campaign featuring marmot puppet as your conscience

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 30:10


    4pm: Video Guest – State Rep Travis Couture // Recapping the Wins & Losses from the 2026 Legislative Session // Key Moments From Markwayne Mullin’s Capitol Hill Hearing // Washington launches anti-litter campaign featuring marmot puppet as your conscience

    Hour 1: Man arrested after shattering $240k worth of glass Chihuly sculptures

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 32:00


    3pm: I Was Thinking: Paul Ehrlich and Nature’s Incredibly Ability to Adapt // Woman In Coldplay Kiss Cam Scandal Tells All During Oprah Interview // Man arrested after shattering $240k worth of glass Chihuly sculptures

    Hour 4: What disturbed Tucker Carlson the most about the Epstein files

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 30:28


    6pm - Top U.S. Counterterrorism Official Steps Down, Citing Concerns About Iran War...Trump reacts  // Discussing the timing on attacking Iran // Epstein files: House panel subpoenas AG Pam Bondi for April 14 deposition // Tucker Carlson on what disturbed him the most in the Epstein files // Is this the world’s first robot ARREST? Bizarre moment humanoid is detained by police after ‘harassing elderly woman’ // Humanoid soldier robots arrive in Ukraine as battlefield technology test begins

    Hour 3: MALIA MARKS, INVESTIGATIVE REPORTER FOR NATIONAL REVIEW

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 31:23


    5pm - GUEST - MALIA MARKS - INVESTIGATIVE REPORTER FOR NATIONAL REVIEW // Washington State’s Somali-Run Daycare Centers Take in Millions of Taxpayer Dollars. The Numbers Don’t Add Up // John wants to buy a “companion” robot // Influencers push 'parasite cleanses' but doctors say to steer clear // LETTERS

    Hour 2: Top U.S. Counterterrorism Official Steps Down, Citing Concerns About Iran War

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 30:28


    4pm - Top U.S. Counterterrorism Official Steps Down, Citing Concerns About Iran War...Trump reacts  // Discussing the timing on attacking Iran // Epstein files: House panel subpoenas AG Pam Bondi for April 14 deposition // Tucker Carlson on what disturbed him the most in the Epstein files // Is this the world’s first robot ARREST? Bizarre moment humanoid is detained by police after ‘harassing elderly woman’ // Humanoid soldier robots arrive in Ukraine as battlefield technology test begins

    Hour 1: The Legend of the Crichton Leprechaun

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 30:16


    3pm - I WAS THINKING: Irish Secrets In My Aunt Mary’s Steamer Trunk // The Legend of the Crichton Leprechaun // The First St. Patrick’s Day Parade in 1601 // St. Patrick myth-busting, from snakes to pagan nipples // “Seattle Against Foie Gras” protest outside Maximillion owner’s house

    Hour 4: Seattle Supersonics return takes major step forward with potential NBA vote next week

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 32:01


    6pm: Air Force Capt. from Covington, Washington killed in Iran war // F.C.C. Chair Threatens to Revoke Broadcasters’ Licenses Over War Coverage // Trump on France’s level of cooperation in strait of Hurmuz // Free Press: "Hours of new footage reveal the yearslong game of cat and mouse Jeffrey Epstein played with the authorities. // Tucker: The DOJ’s latest batch of Epstein files reveals “pizzagate” isn’t the crazy conspiracy theory the mainstream media wanted us to believe it was. // Seattle Supersonics return takes major step forward with potential NBA vote next week

    Hour 3: Florida man claims dolphins forced him to build underwater condos

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 34:11


    5pm: Phone Guest - General Contrator on the depths of corruption in WA State Construction Industry // “Bob” has worked as a major player in the Seattle construction industry for over 3 decades, overseeing 100+ million dollar projects in the city.  He claims city and state policy make non-union contractors incapable of making a living and forcing them to overpay for underqualified union labor. // Florida man claims dolphins forced him to build underwater condos // Letters 

    Hour 2: Air Force Capt. from Covington, Washington killed in Iran war

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 32:01


    4pm: Air Force Capt. from Covington, Washington killed in Iran war // F.C.C. Chair Threatens to Revoke Broadcasters’ Licenses Over War Coverage // Trump on France’s level of cooperation in strait of Hurmuz // Free Press: "Hours of new footage reveal the yearslong game of cat and mouse Jeffrey Epstein played with the authorities. // Tucker: The DOJ’s latest batch of Epstein files reveals “pizzagate” isn’t the crazy conspiracy theory the mainstream media wanted us to believe it was. // Seattle Supersonics return takes major step forward with potential NBA vote next week

    Hour 1: The Kids Are Alright About Vaping, So Let's Fix the Grown-Ups

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 31:28


    3pm: I Was Thinking : Labor Loopholes in Washington // Aaron Granillo - No Fist Bump For You! The Teammate ‘Feud’ Stirring Major League Baseball // The Kids Are Alright About Vaping, So Let’s Fix the Grown-Ups

    Hour 4: TSA trouble and the Save Act

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2026 33:49


    6pm: Video Guest – Jon Scholes – CEO of the Downtown Seattle Association // Taxes on the mind at Seattle gathering of downtown business leaders // DSA President & CEO Jon Scholes: “We don’t need more business taxes in Seattle, we need more businesses in Seattle paying taxes.” // Slow downtown recovery testing Seattle’s pragmatic progressives // These sounds are all around us. Hear them for the first time. // TSA trouble and the Save Act

    Hour 3: A New Bigfoot Documentary Helps Explain Our Conspiracy-Minded Era

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2026 30:53


    5pm: Thousands Of Marines And 3 U.S. Warships Deployed To The Middle East, Reports Say // Hegseth taunts Iran’s new Ayatollah // You can't hide from ChatGPT – AI challenge can geo-locate you from almost any photo – we tried it and it's worrisome // Israeli Officials Think Iran’s Regime Isn’t Likely to Fall Soon // Video Guest – Jeremiah Byron – Bigfoot Society Podcast // Dramatic 'surge' in Ohio Bigfoot sightings as guard dog left 'shaking with fear' // A New Bigfoot Documentary Helps Explain Our Conspiracy-Minded Era // Letters

    Hour 2: Taxes on the mind at Seattle gathering of downtown business leaders

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2026 33:49


    4pm: Video Guest – Jon Scholes – CEO of the Downtown Seattle Association // Taxes on the mind at Seattle gathering of downtown business leaders // DSA President & CEO Jon Scholes: “We don’t need more business taxes in Seattle, we need more businesses in Seattle paying taxes.” // Slow downtown recovery testing Seattle’s pragmatic progressives // These sounds are all around us. Hear them for the first time. // TSA trouble and the Save Act

    Hour 1: Bill Gates' ties to Epstein cause ‘troubling situation' for Bellevue's TerraPower

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2026 31:57


    3pm: I Was Thinking: Dying for a better life // Bill Gates’ ties to Epstein cause ‘troubling situation’ for Bellevue’s TerraPower // We finally found out why they killed Charlie Kirk // Iran Threats // Gen Z is Hanging Out at the Mall, Re-Energizing the Industry

    Hour 4: “Impossible to win” promotional oyster giveaway is finally won

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 33:20


    6pm: Latest on the Old Dominion shooter // Iran’s secretive top leader vows to keep up attacks in his first statement since being appointed // Iran had a surprise drone attack planned for California: FBI alert // Trump says he's been briefed on Iranian sleeper cells inside the U.S. // Iranian regime issues chilling threats to its citizens // Decades of government policy begged us to be physically active but have produced zero evidence of success // GLP-1s have transformed weight loss and diabetes. Is addiction next? // Lindt says weight-loss drugs users are eating more chocolate, not less // A dose of psilocybin helps smokers quit in new study // “Impossible to win” promotional oyster giveaway is finally won

    Hour 3: Leaked video shows WA Teachers Union coaching members on pushing for income tax

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 33:11


    5pm: Leaked video shows WA Teachers Union coaching members on pushing for income tax // Washington stuck mid-pack in national education ranking // A WA Democrat introduced a bill this week that would destroy any corporation that spends money opposing the income tax. // Almost 30-year dream could soon be realized for Spokane Valley man as ‘referee bill’ heads to governor’s desk // Letters

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