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Political commentary for the anti-fringe. New episodes every Monday and Friday.

Brandi Kruse


    • Jul 23, 2026 LATEST EPISODE
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    The unDivided with Brandi Kruse podcast is a breath of fresh air in the world of political commentary. Brandi's coverage of Washington state's politics on her show The Divide has garnered praise from viewers, and her decision to go independent only adds to her credibility as she refuses to be constrained by pre-written scripts or dictums. As a listener, I am grateful for journalists like Brandi who provide honest and insightful coverage that restores my faith in the field. Her common sense approach to reporting and commentary enlightens me on what's happening in my state, from criticisms about Seattle to analysis of the governor and the state legislature. I appreciate how Brandi embodies "people before party" and inspires other journalists to prioritize common sense over partisanship.

    One of the best aspects of The unDivided with Brandi Kruse podcast is Brandi's ability to blend serious news with a touch of humor. She selects an excellent mix of topics and brings on interesting guests for interviews. Her choice of topics keeps me engaged, and I enjoy hearing from people who have unique perspectives on various issues. Additionally, Brandi's attitude and approach are refreshing. She presents the facts without bias or allegiance to any particular party, making her a trustworthy source for information.

    While it may be difficult to find any notable shortcomings in this podcast, one possible downside is that some listeners may prefer more in-depth analysis on certain topics. As a journalist who aims for fairness and objectivity, Brandi may not delve too deeply into specific subjects or offer overly opinionated commentary. However, this can also be seen as a positive aspect for those seeking unbiased reporting.

    In conclusion, The unDivided with Brandi Kruse podcast is an outstanding resource for those interested in Washington state politics and beyond. Brandi's dedication to truthful reporting shines through her work, whether she was at Fox13 Seattle or now as an independent journalist. Her ability to present unvarnished facts without succumbing to media spin is commendable, and her refreshing perspective on the issues of the day sets her apart from other commentators. I highly recommend subscribing to this podcast and enjoying Brandi's insightful coverage while sipping a glass of Sparkling Rosé.



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    S1 Ep863: Teacher misconduct (7.23.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2026 66:43


    The head of Washington's public school system wants to speed up reporting of teachers accused of sexual abuse, but what took so long? Parents told to keep fingerprints of their children after violent predator released. Suspicious GoFundMe for ICE detainee. Misgendering meltdown. 

    S1 Ep862: Bravery matters (7.22.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2026 76:25


    Sophie Cunningham lends her star power to the cause of protecting girls' sports. Seattle's U.S. Attorney, fired by Trump in less than an hour, sues. Cost of lawsuits hit record high for Washington state. 6,000+ non-citizens registered to vote in New Jersey. 

    S1 Ep861: School choice for me but not for thee (7.21.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 66:00


    Blue state governors deny kids school choice while giving their own children a private education. Mom explains incident that drove her to homeschooling. Ferguson continues to gaslight on gas prices. Commies hate elections – and the press. 

    S1 Ep860: Illegal alien accused of ‘torture' (7.20.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 65:07


    Detectives say it's the worst case of torture they've ever seen – and the suspect was in Washington illegally. Disturbing new details on release of violent predator. Missing girl turns 17 as her story heads to SCOTUS. No men in women's tennis! 

    S1 Ep859: God bless Marco Rubio (7.16.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2026 63:01


    Secretary of State Marco Rubio delivers the most poignant words ever spoken about left-wing extremism. In Oregon, Christine Drazan hoping for ‘historic movement' to defeat Tina Kotek. Washington coffee stand blasted for ‘transphobic sign.' Brandi quizzes golfers on American history!

    S1 Ep858: You're fired! (7.15.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 62:11


    Drama at the DOJ in Seattle. New polling shows Washington's income tax is unpopular among Democrats and Republicans – and so is the governor. Congressional candidate hides LGBTQ+ support for fear of offending Muslims. Police response times skyrocket in Portland.

    S1 Ep857: Politics is the enemy of nuance (7.14.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 68:50


    Washington Governor Bob Ferguson twists data to suit his agenda. Charges against man who stole voter signatures. Corruption as Democrats try to remove elected sheriff from office. Fine, let's talk about the diarrhea virus.

    S1 Ep856: Heed the warnings (7.13.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 55:43


    Left coast Democrats fail to heed warnings about bad economic policy. Family of pregnant woman murdered in Seattle sues homeless authority. SCOTUS to decide on assault weapon bans. Wokeification of police departments hits unlikely place. Bipartisan tributes to Senator Lindsey Graham.

    S1 Ep855: Crackdown in Chinatown? (7.9.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 68:56


    Seattle police move in to make arrests in Chinatown. Meanwhile, notorious drug market resurfaces days after World Cup. Income tax supporters are making their case with bots. What would you put in a time capsule to memorialize this moment in history? 

    S1 Ep854: Band of misfits (7.8.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2026 64:51


    A small band of misfits is helping dictate Seattle's public safety policy. Not even socialists understand socialism. Mom encounters bizarre coloring book at public library. As fraud reporting ramps up, so does the political blame game. 

    S1 Ep853: Now the real work begins (7.7.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026 66:09


    Seattle had a glimpse of hope during the World Cup, so what happens now? The West Coast leads the nation in unemployment. Bizarre stalking scandal hits state senate race. Democrats stall efforts to protect children from fentanyl. Trump Accounts are live! 

    S1 Ep852: The normalization of socialism (7.6.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2026 71:16


    The media is working overtime to help Democrats normalize a shift toward socialism. Seattle is full of empty “zombie towers” as the state's economy careens off a cliff. National Education Association celebrates Washington's new income tax. Balogun's red card turns political.

    S1 Ep851: Homeless Inc. survives another day (7.2.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2026 57:31


    Seattle will not scrap its failed homeless authority. Turn-in day for income tax repeal. Elected leaders get raises during budget crisis. Chinatown accuses Seattle leaders of racism. Are “all gender” bathrooms really a big deal?

    S1 Ep850: Choose a master (7.1.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 70:14


    State Attorney Generals can only serve one master – the government or the people. Washington state Democrats make reparations an official party platform. Congresswoman insults parents of children murdered by illegals. Has NBC News been taken over by the Chinese Communist Party?

    S1 Ep849: A victory for common sense (6.30.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 68:42


    SCOTUS rules that states can protect girls' sports. Trans mob roams Seattle park assaulting people. Washington gas prices are about to go even higher. Trump dealt blow on birthright citizenship. Pennsylvania chooses country over party.

    S1 Ep848: Swamp Watch: Socialists make their move (6.29.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 17:01


    You think we're living through fascism? Wait until the socialists take over. Plus: Homeless Inc. gets more money to keep failing. Subscribe to Zach's Daily Market Recap at KnowYourRiskPodcast.com.

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    S1 Ep847: Wins and losses at SCOTUS (6.29.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 58:29


    SCOTUS sides with blue states on mail-in ballots. Washington law that allows government to hide kids will head to high court. When will we say ‘no' to Pride month debauchery? Socialism hits key state senate race. States leave booths empty at The Great American State Fair.

    S1 Ep846: Awaiting a historic ruling (6.25.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 62:32


    Can states ban boys from girls' sports? SCOTUS to decide any day now. Feds arrest illegal aliens in crackdown on Seattle's sex trade. Washington Attorney General criticized over handling of public records. Jay Inslee won't go away. Florida gubernatorial frontrunner refuses to debate.

    S1 Ep845: Socialism on the march (6.24.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 47:20


    Tuesday was a great night for socialism – and a bad night for America. Failed homelessness authority gets more money as homeless count continues to rise. FIFA fans given tips on how to use drugs during the World Cup in Seattle. SF Giants pride controversy. 

    S1 Ep844: UFC 250 terror plot expands (6.23.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 65:57


    A Washington state man who said ‘dead Nazis' make him sexually aroused is the latest arrestee in UFC 250 terror plot. Historic sentencing in Antifa trial. Oregon judge claims fences hinder free speech. Chicago mayor declares ‘transfemicide' emergency. 

    S1 Ep843: The World Cup is sanitizing Seattle (6.22.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 70:00


    The world is celebrating a version of Seattle that no longer exists – but it could. Turns out ‘No Hate' mastermind is really hateful. The media's pond scum obsession. 

    S1 Ep842: 'unDivided in Idaho': Real estate exodus

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 17:36


    Two of the top real estate agents in Idaho say half their business is now political refugees from Washington state – with even more looking to come after the passage of an income tax.

    S1 Ep841: 'unDivided in Idaho': Political refugees

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 36:52


    We sat down with seven former Washington residents who fled to Idaho in recent years over a variety of political and social issues – from crime to COVID mandates, to taxes, and cancel culture.

    S1 Ep840: 'unDivided in Idaho': Capital flight

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2026 24:26


    While Democrats in Washington state deny that their new income tax will lead to capital flight, the reality is that job creators have been leaving for years. We went to Idaho to meet with two former Washington business owners who've already fled in response to industry-specific taxes and regulations. 

    S1 Ep839: Consent? What consent? (6.11.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 71:24


    Prosecutors have declined to file charges against a trans wrestler for sexual assault, citing issues around consent. Male teacher claims to be non-binary, gets to watch girls undress. Governor Ferguson tries to gaslight voters about the economy. Iran is coming to Seattle for the World Cup.

    S1 Ep838: ‘Lies hurt people' (6.10.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 60:48


    Alliance Defending Freedom sues Washington state over alleged assault of female wrestler by trans opponent. Man attacks signature gatherer, steals voter data. State lawmaker cries during ethics hearing.

    S1 Ep837: Teachers' unions spend big against parents (6.9.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 65:48


    Your daily reminder to opt out of the teachers' union as membership dues used to fight sane voter initiatives. Republicans try to lean into ballot harvesting as Dems surge in late counting. Failed homeless authority will live to see another day. Finally, it's primary day in Maine. 

    S1 Ep836: Swamp Watch: Menopause mania (6.9.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 16:21


    Does Governor Ferguson focus on things like menopause protections so he doesn't have to deal with bigger issues? Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson dodges softballs. No gas relief in sight. Subscribe to Zach's Daily Market Recap at KnowYourRiskPodcast.com.

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    S1 Ep835: The stages of denial (6.8.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 73:09


    The Left's telling reaction to our story about a troubling Pride month display. Washington state has yet another looming budget crisis. Seattle's socialist mayor relents on police cameras. California election results ramp up concerns about lengthy timeframe for ballot counting. 

    S1 Ep834: The feds clean up Seattle's mess (6.5.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 56:47


    The solution to Seattle's drug crisis is simple – if the socialist mayor had political will. Washington state has spent $50,000 to keep conservative journalists from getting press passes. Local NPR station lies, lies, lies. Think moving to a small town will shield your kid from insanity? Think again. 

    S1 Ep833: Betrayal (6.4.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 68:52


    There are people you expect to betray you, then there are the betrayals that blindside you. Libertarians take Pride month message way too far. The simple reason Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson will never be able to solve the homeless crisis. Brandi's story about Scott Pelley takes on a life of its own.

    S1 Ep832: Who will defend your rights? (6.3.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 64:48


    For the 10th initiative in a row, signature gatherers are faced with harassment from the left. Pride Month is upon us, and schools are wasting no time. Governor Ferguson uses executive powers to virtue signal, but not to give Washingtonians relief at the pump. California election results are depressing. 

    S1 Ep831: Swamp Watch: Federal fraud crackdown ramps up

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 17:23


    Kevin Warsh becomes the chairman of the Federal Reserve. Federal fraud taskforce ramps up. Initiative to repeal the income tax is on fire.Subscribe to Zach's Daily Market Recap at KnowYourRiskPodcast.com.

    S1 Ep830: Washington vs. Washington (5.28.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 66:37


    The Department of Justice sues four states, including Washington, over undercover license plates for federal agents. Seattle PD finally releases images of suspect in hammer attack. Extremist group “No Hate” holds fundraisers with moderate Democrats. “Mediocre” male runner beats the girls. 

    S1 Ep829: Let the lies begin! (5.27.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 71:40


    After a record-setting week for the initiative to repeal Washington's income tax, Governor Bob Ferguson is starting up the lie factory. Local city councilwoman accused of violating state law, harassing signature gatherers. PDC complaint alleges backdoor fundraising for socialist.

    S1 Ep828: Equal treatment or special treatment? (5.26.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 67:41


    The trans community marched on Seattle City Hall, demanding “trans rights.” What does that mean, exactly? Fallout expands following the arrest of a local school superintendent. Spencer Pratt says LA homeless will go to Seattle if he's elected mayor. 

    S1 Ep827: Arrested for keeping secrets (5.21.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 71:30


    A local public school superintendent faces a felony charge for allegedly trying to cover up allegations of student assaults. Congress does what Washington state won't do on parental rights. Democrats seem incapable of diagnosing why the party lost to Trump. 

    S1 Ep826: Not forgotten after all (5.20.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 64:14


    Trump's Department of Justice is targeting several radical policies in Washington state. State lawmaker faces public hearing in ethics probe. Activists demand Seattle mayor declare ‘emergency' for trans refugees. Gavin Newsom is getting really, really scary. 

    S1 Ep825: How the media weaponizes ‘trans' (5.19.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 60:32


    A trans identity is embraced when sympathetic but ignored when problematic. Washington state spent millions on top and bottom surgeries for prisoners. Seattle mayor claims to regret “bye” comment. Feds charge woman for skid row election fraud. 

    S1 Ep824: Spreading hate in Washington state (5.18.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 68:00


    ‘No Hate in WA State' is quickly becoming the most hateful political entity in existence. Seattle police union worries about World Cup safety. Drug addicts told it's OK if they kill their pets. Anti-racist missing person alerts are actually really, really racist.

    S1 Ep823: Swamp Watch: Totalitarian takeover (5.17.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 20:30


    Progressive cabal seeks to silence supporters of voter initiatives. Plus: President Trump goes to China. Subscribe to Zach's Daily Market Recap at KnowYourRiskPodcast.com.

    S1 Ep822: Violence … what violence? (5.14.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 70:54


    As Seattle confronts unprovoked acts of violence, Washington's governor brags about it being a “world class city.” Former Washington governor says current leaders are clueless. Protests planned for Saturday event after Seattle Times kicked the hornet's nest. Florida city was keeping a registry of gun owners. 

    S1 Ep821: Heckler's veto (5.13.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 62:31


    Fearing for her life, detransitioner cancels appearance at the University of Washington. Should there be rules against protesting outside someone's private home? State education board moves to punish superintendents from wrongthink. 

    S1 Ep820: We are at war (5.12.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 72:48


    You can kill the messenger, but boys still aren't girls. Citizen initiative to repeal income tax launches. Howard Schultz blasts Seattle's business climate. Teacher who threatened ‘fascists' found to have acted inappropriately toward students. White guilt gets elderly man killed.

    S1 Ep819: We ride at dawn (5.11.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 80:19


    Democrats are pulling out all the stops to try to destroy Brandi's reputation – or even get her killed. Governor Ferguson violated state ethics laws, board finds. 4th graders were told to choose their gender for sex ed. Scrub a dub-dub in the taxpayer tub!

    S1 Ep818: Who are they protecting? (5.7.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 60:21


    The Seattle Times leaves out key detail about man who allegedly kidnapped, raped teen girl. Suspect still at large in assault of elderly man. Downtown Seattle is a tale of two cities. Foster families in Washington state may no longer be required to adhere to radical gender ideology.

    S1 Ep817: A crisis in Chinatown (5.6.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 59:05


    Brandi and Choe head to Chinatown to see the worst of Seattle's drug crisis. Library holds “safe” injection classes. Olympia School District fails to report abuse allegations. Washington gas prices are now higher than Hawaii.

    S1 Ep816: Seattle can't hide the truth (5.5.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 63:20


    Brandi hits the streets with Jonathan Choe for a look at Seattle's efforts to hide the homeless ahead of the World Cup. Court denies Let's Go Washington's referendum attempt. Businesses looking for a way out of Washington. One retiree's TDS leads to his first criminal charge.

    S1 Ep815: Swamp Watch: Seattle's mayor says it all with one word

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 18:20


    Swamp Watch: Seattle's socialist mayor had a pretty bad week. Food stamp fraud is rampant. Oil prices aren't looking good. Subscribe to Zach's Daily Market Recap at KnowYourRiskPodcast.com.

    S1 Ep814: Fruit of the altruistic tree (5.4.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 65:31


    Democratic lawmakers have little in the way of private-sector experience. Katie Wilson's father might be to blame for her leadership struggles. Happy Press Freedom Day … for some. The Department of Justice intervenes in another case of Antifa violence. 

    S1 Ep813: A win for the good guys (4.30.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 58:26


    Judge rules that law regulating elected sheriffs is likely unconstitutional. Meanwhile, the Washington State Court of Appeals seems poised to make a critical ruling on property rights. Democratic Congresswoman floats proposal exempting cops from income taxes. Florida presses ahead with redistricting.

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