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

Brandi Kruse


    • Jun 25, 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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    Latest episodes from unDivided with Brandi Kruse

    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.

    S1 Ep812: Game on, Antifa! (4.29.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2026 63:07


    Editorial note: Following today's episode, the DOJ announced indictments against all three members of the Ostrouchko family for the assault on Savanah Hernandez.Federal indictment against left-wing extremists could mark a new chapter for Antifa. Seattle mayor's cavalier attitude toward wealth flight exposed. Governor Ferguson's moral hypocrisy on full display. The state of Washington hired a murderer – it didn't go well.

    S1 Ep811: Defending the defenseless (4.28.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 60:00


    New lawsuit challenges placement of men in women's prisons. Billionaire Democrat donor is having buyer's remorse. King County employee was padding her family's pockets. Governor Tim Walz takes credit for federal fraud investigations.

    S1 Ep810: The mainstreaming of murder (4.27.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 70:13


    Wishing death upon political enemies has become a mainstream opinion of the Democratic Party. State's highest law enforcer colluded to undermine the constitution. What took so long for calls to defund Seattle's failed homeless authority? College women set to compete in match against pre-teen boys. 

    S1 Ep809: Swamp Watch: Weaponized audits? (4.22.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2026 16:01


    The State of Washington audited Bulwark Capital's Zach Abraham just days after he spoke out publicly against the new income tax.

    S1 Ep808: Bonus: Teachers' union elects new president

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2026 21:25


    The Washington Education Association has elected a new president – but she seems to be ideologically in step with the previous one. Alesha Perkins, who writes about education on her Substack OSD Rescue, joins us to discuss what happened at WEA's representative assembly.unDivided will return with regular live shows on Monday, April 27.

    S1 Ep807: Hope for justice (4.16.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2026 60:02


    Far-left rioter who assaulted Brandi heads to court. California is providing homeless illegals with cosmetic surgeries. King County Metro's fare enforcement is a joke. Florida will start teaching high school students about the dangers of communism. 

    S1 Ep806: Shop union…or else (4.15.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2026 68:08


    How a powerful union is exacerbating food desserts and hurting the working class. AG Nick Brown burns through cash opposing Trump. Seattle can clean up trash, but it can't clean up its reputation. The billionaire frontrunner for California governor is nuts.

    S1 Ep805: The ‘Stop Nick Shirley Bill' (4.14.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2026 68:06


    Yet another blue state is trying to make it harder to investigate fraud. Home listings skyrocket in Washington state. Changes to bail system would send us into a public safety spiral. Study: Child gender transitions do not improve mental health outcomes. 

    S1 Ep804: The taxman cometh (4.13.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2026 70:41


    Washington state is building up an army of tax collectors – there's only one possible reason. Do we have a duty to defy unconstitutional laws? Former Governor Jay Inslee suddenly wants to complain about high gas prices. Independent journalist Savanah Hernandez attacked in Minnesota.

    S1 Ep803: Let the legal battle begin (4.9.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2026 60:42


    Bipartisan group files lawsuit against new Washington state income tax. SEIU mob bosses will stop at nothing. Seattle mayor ramps up push to hide the homeless before World Cup. Florida bans Sharia Law. MMIWG2SLGBTQIA+.

    S1 Ep802: ore money, more problems (4.8.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2026 71:18


    Giving the government more money often leads to worse results. Congressional committee warns Washington governor that state is ‘vulnerable' to fraud. Antifa prepares for another round of “non peaceful” anti-ICE actions. VP Vance warns against “black pilling.”

    S1 Ep801: Finding fraud (4.7.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2026 69:16


    Media spins state audit that found $37M in questionable childcare payments. Governor Bob Ferguson claims to care about voters, but his actions say otherwise. Feds yank Biden-era Title IX settlements. Trump says a ‘whole civilization' could die tonight. 

    S1 Ep800: Swamp Watch: It's do or die for Trump's Iran deadline

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2026 7:34


    President Trump drew a line in the sand on Iran, but time is running out.  Plus: Are Democrats starting to catch the "find fraud" bug? Subscribe to Zach's Daily Market Recap at KnowYourRiskPodcast.com.

    S1 Ep799: Standing up for democracy (4.6.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2026 70:11


    Washington's elected sheriffs fight law that would allow bureaucrats to oust them. Is it ever appropriate for a teacher to wear their underwear around students? West Coast states are spending big bucks to polish their image. Trump gives children a lesson on the autopen.

    S1 Ep798: Swamp Watch: 'Eat the rich' (4.3.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2026 23:07


    Is there a broader strategy to the new income tax on millionaires, or do progressives just want to "eat the rich"? Also: Americans could make big bucks for reporting fraud. Plus: Zach Abraham is very, very worried about Iran. Subscribe to Zach's Daily Market Recap at KnowYourRiskPodcast.com.

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    S1 Ep797: Beware fake altruism (4.2.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2026 67:43


    Washington state has repealed or reduced two newly-passed taxes on the rich, yet won't use the same logic on the new income tax. Beware of altruistic millionaires. Could Seattle's homeless industrial complex come crashing down? To the moon!

    S1 Ep796: Another meaningless EO? (4.1.26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2026 74:20


    President Trump has signed another executive order, this one on election integrity. But will it lead anywhere? Female athletes get long-awaited meeting with head of public school system. Governor admits he has reservations about new law targeting elected sheriffs. Iran threatens tech companies.

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