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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: Marc Andreessen on Biden Meeting 

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 32:20


    6pm: Guest – Rudy Pantoja – North Seattle “Aurora” native and community advocate on the history of the Aurora problem and the failed efforts to fix them // Marc Andreessen on Biden Meeting 

    Hour 3: John Wilson – King County Assessor and Candidate for KC Executive responds to stalking and calls for resignation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 31:29


    5pm: Top Stories Recaps/Updates // John Wilson – King County Assessor and Candidate for KC Executive responds to stalking and calls for resignation // John Wilson’s Ex calls the station; Issues a statement // Letters

    Hour 2: Wall Street Is Sounding the Alarm on U.S. Debt. This Time, It's Worth Listening.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 31:48


    4pm: Wall Street Is Sounding the Alarm on U.S. Debt. This Time, It’s Worth Listening. // Musk Calls Trump Megabill a ‘Disgusting Abomination’ // Russia and Ukraine Ratchet Up War While Trying to Show Trump They Want Peace // How Palantir Is Expanding the Surveillance State // State lawmakers to Congress: Don’t stop us from regulating AI // Marc Andreessen on Biden Meeting 

    Hour 1: North Seattle “Aurora” native and community advocate on the history of the Aurora problem and the failed efforts to fix them

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 31:08


    3pm: Guest – Rudy Pantoja – North Seattle “Aurora” native and community advocate on the history of the Aurora problem and the failed efforts to fix them // A quick recap of the John Wilson saga

    Hour 4: PT Barnum launches career as a showman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 31:30


    6pm: Guest - Jim Walsh - State Rep and Chairman of The WA State GOP // Today in History // 1835 - PT Barnum launches career as a showman // Mayor Bruce Harrell attended the first Pier 62 concert on the waterfront yesterday and had a strong political message for the crowd

    Hour 3: Your chatbot friend might be messing with your mind

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 30:08


    5pm: Top Stories Recaps/Updates // WA transgender athlete Verónica Garcia repeats as state track champion // ‘Must obey God rather than men’: Washington, Bob Ferguson sued over clergy reporting law // Your chatbot friend might be messing with your mind // Letters 

    Hour 2: Deadly Gaza attack sparks conflicting reports from eyewitnesses, IDF and controversial aid group

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 30:31


    4pm: Deadly Gaza attack sparks conflicting reports from eyewitnesses, IDF and controversial aid group // Despite Hamas claims, security camera footage from Gaza aid center shows no shooting // Attack in Boulder, Colorado, burns 8 people at march for Israeli hostages, officials say; suspect charged // Suspect in Colorado Flamethrower Attack Charged With Federal Hate Crime // John’s Uber ride in LA // Fraud costing U.S. government hundreds of billions a year as crime rings use stolen identities // ‘Welcome In.’ The Two-Word Greeting That’s Taking Over and Driving Shoppers Nuts.

    Hour 1: Mayor Bruce Harrell attended the first Pier 62 concert on the waterfront yesterday and had a strong political message for the crowd

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 31:30


    3pm: Guest - Jim Walsh - State Rep and Chairman of The WA State GOP // Today in History // 1835 - PT Barnum launches career as a showman // Mayor Bruce Harrell attended the first Pier 62 concert on the waterfront yesterday and had a strong political message for the crowd

    Hour 4: WA Baseball player learning to play the saxophone

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2025 30:40


    6pm: Guest: Jon Scholes – President & CEO of the Downtown Seattle Association talks the future of the city and Seattle's plans for the World Cup // How former MLB player Travis Snider is impacting youth sports // WA Baseball player learning to play the saxophone

    Hour 3: The precious moment a 13-year-old won the National Spelling Bee

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2025 30:09


    5pm: What’s a hydrogen water bottle? // 250 million bees! // Special license plates in WA // The precious moment a 13-year-old won the National Spelling Bee // Letters

    Hour 2: Thoughts on how the mayor handled protest clash

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2025 32:10


    4pm: Thoughts on how the mayor handled protest clash // What’s brewing in Lake City // Guest: Rep. Chris Corry on recent tax increases signed in by Governor Ferguson. // Movie Review: Lilo & Stitch

    Hour 1: How former MLB player Travis Snider is impacting youth sports

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2025 30:40


    3pm: Guest: Jon Scholes – President & CEO of the Downtown Seattle Association talks the future of the city and Seattle's plans for the World Cup // How former MLB player Travis Snider is impacting youth sports // WA Baseball player learning to play the saxophone

    Hour 4: Mom Arrested, Facing 5 Years in Prison for Leaving 8- and 10-Year-Old Boys at Home

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 32:48


    6pm: Guest – Justine Kreher – The Unheard Gay Community on Radical activist // Today In History // 1913 - Controversial ballet “The Rite of Spring” shocks audience in its Paris premiere // Mom Arrested, Facing 5 Years in Prison for Leaving 8- and 10-Year-Old Boys at Home

    Hour 3: Ex-police chief Adrian Diaz files lawsuit against city of Seattle over termination

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 31:57


    5pm: Top Stories recap/Updates // Guest – King County Assessor and Candidate for Executive John Wilson // New Stalking Allegations Against King County Assessor, County Executive Candidate Wilson // Ex-police chief Adrian Diaz files lawsuit against city of Seattle over termination // CNN asks Tim Dillon if comedians with podcasts are “part of a new establishment”; Dillon responds brilliantly // It Is So Embarrassing to Watch Dems Try to “Find” a Liberal Joe Rogan // Letters

    Hour 2: Trump Administration Races to Stop Bombshell Tariff Ruling

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 31:19


    4pm: Trump Administration Races to Stop Bombshell Tariff Ruling // Tariff Ruling Is a Setback for Trump but Doesn’t End Trade War // Trump Says Putin Is ‘Playing With Fire’ // Trump appears to set Putin 'two-week' deadline on Ukraine // RFK Jr. ends covid shot recommendation for healthy children, pregnant women // WA House pushes through controversial public health bill after heated late-night debate // Rantz: Intellectually bankrupt Patty Murray upset COVID vaccine isn’t pushed on healthy kids

    Hour 1: The Unheard Gay Community on Radical activist

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 32:48


    3pm: Guest – Justine Kreher – The Unheard Gay Community on Radical activist // Today In History // 1913 - Controversial ballet “The Rite of Spring” shocks audience in its Paris premiere // Mom Arrested, Facing 5 Years in Prison for Leaving 8- and 10-Year-Old Boys at Home

    Hour 4: Warren Buffet's secret to success

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 32:06


    6pm: Elon Musk says he's "disappointed" by Trump's "big, beautiful bill" and what it means for DOGE // Elon Musk Joins GOP Critics of Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful’ Bill // California Changes the Rules for Trans High School Athletes in Girls’ Sports // Today in History // 2006 - Barry Bonds hits 715th home run to pass Babe Ruth on MLB list // Inside the Trump Backed PED-Friendly Enhanced Games Labelled The ‘Steroid Olympics’ // Brazilian Nun’s Shock Beatbox Blessing on Catholic TV Goes Viral // Warren Buffet’s secret to success

    Hour 3: Council member criticizes permit decision for Mayday USA event at Seattle park

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 34:06


    5pm: Top Stories Recap/Updates // Council member criticizes permit decision for Mayday USA event at Seattle park // Sandy Matts from Raven Rock Ranch // How equine therapy is bring kids back from the brink of suicide // Letters

    Hour 2: Elon Musk says he's "disappointed" by Trump's "big, beautiful bill" and what it means for DOGE

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 31:40


    4pm: Elon Musk says he's "disappointed" by Trump's "big, beautiful bill" and what it means for DOGE // Elon Musk Joins GOP Critics of Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful’ Bill // California Changes the Rules for Trans High School Athletes in Girls’ Sports // John decides he no longer wants horses, but DOES like sailing // Sandy at Raven Rock Ranch // Federal court rules Trump can’t impose sweeping tariffs

    Hour 1: Earthquake Researcher Warns of Mega Tsunami Hitting the West Coast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 32:03


    3pm: Guest – Brent Dmitruk - Amateur Earthquake researcher with a history of eerily accurate predictions believes a globe changing event is months away // Earthquake Researcher Warns of Mega Tsunami Hitting the West Coast // Today in History // 2006 - Barry Bonds hits 715th home run to pass Babe Ruth on MLB list // Inside the Trump Backed PED-Friendly Enhanced Games Labelled The ‘Steroid Olympics’ // Brazilian Nun’s Shock Beatbox Blessing on Catholic TV Goes Viral // Warren Buffet’s secret to success

    Hour 4: City of Seattle faces possible lawsuit after attack against Christian worshipers

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 31:01


    6pm: Guest - Russell Johnson - Lead Pastor at Pursuit NW //  “Rattle In Seattle” event calls for Bruce Harrell to apologize or resign // Russell claims city moved their permitted event to Cal Anderson // City of Seattle faces possible lawsuit after attack against Christian worshipers // Today in History // 1986 - Inventor Lonnie Johnson patents the Super Soaker water gun // SPOG President Mike Solan on what went wrong at Cal Anderson Park on Saturday

    Hour 3: John does play-by-play of Jonathan Choe getting assaulted

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 31:02


    5pm: Scott Carty - The Latest from City Hall // John does play-by-play of Jonathan Choe getting assaulted // Letters 

    Hour 2: John decides he no longer wants horses

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 31:48


    4pm: Guest - Russell Johnson - Lead Pastor at Pursuit NW //  “Rattle In Seattle” event calls for Bruce Harrell to apologize or resign // Russell claims city moved their permitted event to Cal Anderson // City of Seattle faces possible lawsuit after attack against Christian worshipers // Scott Carty - Live Video from the city hall protests // John decides he no longer wants horses

    Hour 1: Tom Schatz gives his perspective on Trump's first 100-ish days, DOGE, and the “Big Beautiful Bill”

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 31:21


    3pm: Guest - Tom Schatz - president of Citizen against government waste // Tom gives his perspective on Trump’s first 100-ish days, DOGE, and the “Big Beautiful Bill” //Today in History // 1986 - Inventor Lonnie Johnson patents the Super Soaker water gun // SPOG President Mike Solan on what went wrong at Cal Anderson Park on Saturday

    Hour 4: Shari Elliker Live from the unemployment line

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 32:39


    6pm: More than half of Americans don’t know what Memorial Day is: Study // American Patriotism Was at an All-Time Low—But Gen Z Can Change That Six veterans on the best way to honor Memorial Day // A culture of commemoration is still thriving in this Dutch town 80 years after its liberation // Guest - Shari Elliker Live from the unemployment line // Grown men are wishing their friends sweet dreams. The internet can't get enough

    Hour 3: Easton Memorial Day Parade 

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 32:14


    5pm: Guest - Army Veteran, West Point Graduate and cyber security firm executive Steven Butler // A graduate father's perspective of Trump's West Point Speech // Today in History // 1960 - Russian Listening Device Revealed at U.N. Spy Debate // 1962 - The British Invasion has an odd beginning with clarinetist Acker Bilk // Easton Memorial Day Parade 

    Hour 2: A culture of commemoration is still thriving in this Dutch town 80 years after its liberation

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 32:39


    4pm: More than half of Americans don’t know what Memorial Day is: Study // American Patriotism Was at an All-Time Low—But Gen Z Can Change That Six veterans on the best way to honor Memorial Day // A culture of commemoration is still thriving in this Dutch town 80 years after its liberation // Guest - Shari Elliker Live from the unemployment line // Grown men are wishing their friends sweet dreams. The internet can't get enough.

    Hour 1: A graduate father's perspective of Trump's West Point Speech

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 32:14


    3pm: Guest - Army Veteran, West Point Graduate and cyber security firm executive Steven Butler // A graduate father's perspective of Trump's West Point Speech // Today in History // 1960 - Russian Listening Device Revealed at U.N. Spy Debate // 1962 - The British Invasion has an odd beginning with clarinetist Acker Bilk // Easton Memorial Day Parade 

    Hour 4: Twiggy Went Sailing! 

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 30:33


    6pm: I Stand Corrected - Ask, Tell, Correct, or Yell at John about anything // Guest - Alan in Redmond on being unemployed and needing medicaid // Today in History // 2013 - The Skagit Valley Bridge Collapse // Twiggy Went Sailing! 

    Hour 3: China alleged to be harvesting Helium-3 on the dark side of the moon

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 30:05


    5pm: Top Stories - Recap & Updates // Trump Threatens New Tariffs on EU, iPhones //  What Would It Take to Make an iPhone in America? // China alleged to be harvesting Helium-3 on the dark side of the moon // Know-It-All Quiz // Letters

    Hour 2: Kermit the Frog delivered an inspiring commencement address on Thursday at the University of Maryland to celebrate the Class of 2025. 

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 30:54


    4pm: Guest - Congressman Michael Baumgartner on the "Big Beautiful Bill" // Guest - Teresa Kartes - President of the Easton Memorial Day Celebration Committee // Kermit the Frog delivered an inspiring commencement address on Thursday at the University of Maryland to celebrate the Class of 2025. 

    Hour 1: The Skagit Valley Bridge Collapse

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 30:33


    3pm: I Stand Corrected - Ask, Tell, Correct, or Yell at John about anything // Guest - Alan in Redmond on being unemployed and needing medicaid // Today in History // 2013 - The Skagit Valley Bridge Collapse // Twiggy Went Sailing! 

    Hour 4: OceanGate sub implosion documentary goes deep on 'borderline psychopath' CEO: 'He wanted fame'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 30:28


    6pm: Guest - William Kirk - Washington Gun Law // Bill Kirk reacts to Bob Ferguson’s freshly signed gun legislation // Today in History // 1958 - Jerry Lee Lewis drops a bombshell in London // OceanGate sub implosion documentary goes deep on 'borderline psychopath' CEO: 'He wanted fame' // TITAN: The OceanGate Disaster | Official Trailer

    Hour 3: 2 Israeli Embassy staffers killed in 'act of terror' in Washington, DC

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 30:52


    5pm: Top Stories - Recaps and Updates // 2 Israeli Embassy staffers killed in 'act of terror' in Washington, DC // John’s Radio Feud(s) // Letters 

    Hour 2: Seattle sports radio host Marc James apologizes, calls mocking comments ‘reprehensible'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 30:22


    4pm: Talking Sports with Ry // Seattle sports radio host Marc James apologizes, calls mocking comments ‘reprehensible’ // NFL owners vote to permit players to participate in 2028 Summer Olympics flag football // Previewing the Seahawks 2025 schedule // John breaks down the changes in Medicaid in Trump’s bill // The Treasury unveils its plan to kill the penny

    Hour 1: Bill Kirk reacts to Bob Ferguson's freshly signed gun legislation

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 30:28


    3pm: Guest - William Kirk - Washington Gun Law // Bill Kirk reacts to Bob Ferguson’s freshly signed gun legislation // Today in History // 1958 - Jerry Lee Lewis drops a bombshell in London // OceanGate sub implosion documentary goes deep on 'borderline psychopath' CEO: 'He wanted fame' // TITAN: The OceanGate Disaster | Official Trailer

    Hour 4: Reaction to Bob Ferguson's Sign-A-Thon

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 31:44


    6pm: Guest - Jim Walsh - Reaction to Bob Ferguson's Sign-A-Thon // Today in History // 1901 - Connecticut enacts first speed limit law // Oh Boy! Despite water breaking, anchor continues the morning show while in labor!

    Hour 3: John on why the Biden cover-up the biggest Presidential scandal in history

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 30:09


    5pm: Top Stories - Recap and Updates // Jon Stewart on CNN’s Biden book: ‘Selling you a book about news they should have told you’ //  Megyn Kelly & Tapper interview // John on why the Biden cover-up the biggest Presidential scandal in history // Guest - Dave Cawley - Host of "UINTA(You-win-tuh) Triangle" Available at KSLPodcasts.com or wherever you stream podcasts // Letter

    Hour 2: New Orleans used AI surveillance without public knowledge or full oversight

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 30:53


    4pm: Canada in talks with US to join Trump's Golden Dome defence system // Duolingo CEO says AI is a better teacher than humans—but schools will still exist ‘because you still need childcare’ // Fifth inmate recaptured and a maintenance worker arrested days after breakout at New Orleans jail // New Orleans used AI surveillance without public knowledge or full oversight // New York Police's Camera-Based Artificial Intelligence Vehicle Monitoring System Bound To Spark Outrage // China turns to tech to monitor, shame and rate citizens

    Hour 1: Oh Boy! Despite water breaking, anchor continues the morning show while in labor!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 31:44


    3pm: Guest - Jim Walsh - Reaction to Bob Ferguson's Sign-A-Thon // Today in History // 1901 - Connecticut enacts first speed limit law // Oh Boy! Despite water breaking, anchor continues the morning show while in labor!

    Hour 4: John Debates Margaret on Federal Funding for NIH

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 31:01


    6pm: Professors worry federal funding cuts to universities will threaten research and democracy // A history of innovation, invention and Federal Funding // John Debates Margaret on Federal Funding for NIH // Today in Hostory // 1873 - Levi Strauss and Jacob Davis receive patent for blue jeans // LA 2028 Olympics plans air taxi service for spectators

    Hour 3: Did Biden accidentally reveal he had cancer in 2022?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 31:10


    5pm:  Top Stories - Recap& Updates // John on why he believes a Biden health cover-up is such a big deal // Did Biden accidentally reveal he had cancer in 2022? // Van Jones says Democrats need to apologize to the American people if they want to win midterms // D.C.’s Tipped Minimum Wage Law Backfired Spectacularly. Now the District’s Democratic Mayor Wants It Repealed // Letters 

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