Podcasts about Downtown Seattle

This week we're talking about everything happening in downtown Seattle with the President and CEO of the Downtown Seattle Association. Jon shares the latest data on downtown recovery, plus what's coming next, including a $50 million investment in parks and changes to 3rd Ave. We also dive into how Seattle is preparing for FIFA 2026 with 700,000 expected visitors, watch parties across downtown, and new flexible alcohol laws. And we dig into the controversial public safety camera debate and why Jon believes they're working. Top Stories:1a. Downtown Seattle recovery update: office workers, residents, and visitor numbers1b. FIFA 2026 preparations and economic impact on Seattle businesses2. Public safety camera expansion debate and why DSA supports it3. Benaroya Hall $20 million renovation closing July-SeptemberAbout Jon Scholes - President & CEO, Downtown Seattle Association:Jon Scholes is responsible for the operations and programs of the DSA, an 1,100 member association formed in 1958 to create a healthy, vibrant downtown for all. He was appointed President & CEO of DSA in November 2014 following six years as DSA's Vice President of Advocacy and Economic Development. Jon serves on the boards of Visit Seattle, the International Downtown Association, and Downtown Emergency Services Center. He is the host of Seattle City Makers, a podcast launched in 2022. He is a graduate of Leadership Tomorrow and attended University of Texas in Austin before graduating form the University of Washington.About host Rachel Horgan:Rachel is an independent event producer, emcee and entrepreneur. She worked for the Business Journal for 5 years as their Director of Events interviewing business leaders on stage before launching the weekly podcast. She earned her communication degree from the University of San Diego.Contact:Email: info@theweeklyseattle.comInstagram: @theweeklyseattleWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theweeklyseattle.com

Feliks Banel's guests on this special LIVE REMOTE BROADCAST of CASCADE OF HISTORY from the Kalakala Room at Ivar's Acres of Clams on the Seattle waterfront include folksinger Al Hirsch; Ruri Yampolsky, Waterfront Program Arts Manager for the City of Seattle's Office of the Waterfront and Civic Projects; Emily K. Cantrell, President and CEO of Seafair; Lissa Kramer, Park Curator & Resources Management Lead for Klondike Gold Rush National Park in Seattle; Ken Workman, Chief Seattle descendant; Maria Denny, Arthur and Mary Denny descendant; historian and journalist Jean Sherrard; and historian and underwater explorer Matt McCauley. This special live broadcast marked the 174th anniversary of the founding of downtown Seattle, when Arthur Denny and David Denny paddled across Elliott Bay from Alki on February 15, 1852 and chose the spot where they would build the metropolis that became Seattle. Special thanks to Michelle Deide and Bob Donegan of Ivar's for providing the Kalakala Room for tonight's live broadcast. Thanks also to CASCADE OF HISTORY's Roving Correspondent (and field producer) Ken Zick, and to Mitch Etter of SPACE 101.1 FM for running the board back at the station. Thanks also to Kristin Halunen of MOHAI for facilitating access to the brass bell from the long-gone bark WINDWARD, and thanks to Casey McNerthney for the vintage Ivar's audio. CASCADE OF HISTORY is broadcast LIVE most Sunday nights at 8pm Pacific Time via flagship station SPACE 101.1 FM in Seattle and gallantly streams everywhere via www.space101fm.org. The radio station broadcasts from studios at historic Magnuson Park – located in the former Master-at-Arms' quarters in the old Sand Point Naval Air Station - on the shores of Lake Washington in Seattle. Subscribe to the CASCADE OF HISTORY podcast via most podcast platforms and never miss regular weekly episodes of Sunday night broadcasts as well as frequent bonus episodes. "LIKE" the Cascade of History Facebook page and get updates and other stories throughout the week, and advance notice of live remote broadcasts taking place in your part of the Old Oregon Country.

When Friday the 13th and Valentine's Day collide… Now that the Super Bowl and it's celebrations are over, it's time to focus on free agency and the Seahawks have 7 free-agents that would all be great to have back. Will the Seahawks be able to bring them all back and if not, which guys should be the priority? Would you consider franchise-tagging Ken Walker at $14 million? Would you re-sign Shaheed at $14 million? :30- Did you know it was NBA All-Star weekend? Yeah, some of us didn't either… Could we hear more from Adam Silver on the possibility of expansion? Have our views or level of excitement changed as the buzz seems to be ramping up? :45- How concerned are we or should we be about losing Klint Kubiak and having find a new Seahawks OC? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines and the lovefest on Parade Day. The relationship between Seattle fans and their teams these days is something pretty special. :30- What's next for Ken Walker? Will he be able to work out a deal with the Seahawks this offseason or be wearing a different uniform next season? How is the relationship between Walker and Schneider? :45- The criticism of Sam Darnold has changed. Now people can accept he won a Super Bowl, but are already questioning if he can do it again. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Seahawks Super Bowl Championship parade was a success. Estimates say 1 million people attended and there were no issues along the 2 mile parade route. What a celebration it was for the fans and the players, a lot of whom couldn't stay on the buses and had to get out to mingle with fans along the route. :30- What's Going On In Other Sports: Part Deux. - What's going on with so many hamate bone injuries? - What's going on with tanking in the NBA? - What's going on with Jake and Jutta? :45- Jessamyn caught up with all the key players immediately after the Seahawks Super Bowl win and today we hear from the GM, John Schneider. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12th Man Roundtable with HUGH MILLEN and GREGG BELL (Tacoma News Tribune) We get everyone's thoughts on yesterday's parade to start. What a special moment for Seattle. How did Hugh feel about Ernest Jones declaration? When looking back at SB tape, it looked like Mike MacDonald knew everything the Patriots were going to do, what would Hugh and Gregg credit that to? How integral was Nick Emmanwori to this SB win? :30- Sam Darnold is still getting a lot of attention, but one thing is clear, he is beloved by his teammates and coaches. :45- Coaching turnover and continuity heading into next season- will the Hawks be able to retain most of their coaching staff? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a post-parade best of!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We decided an extra segment of the 12th man roundtable was necessary; there's just too much to talk about! We start with a discussion about JSN and the season he had. What's the top offseason priority for Schneider? Is it imperative to get Ken Walker back? How worried should we be about losing Kubiak? :30- It's time for one final conversation with MIKE SANDO (The Athletic) as we wrap up the 2025 Seahawks season. What did Mike think of the game and the Seahawks dominance over the Paatriots? What moves does he anticipate this offseason? Does he think they Hawks can do it again next year? Where will Sam Darnold start 2026 as far as QB tiers? :45- We close out the Thursday show with one last thing! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

- It's Parade Day! The Seahawks Super Bowl rally and parade are taking place this morning and people are already starting to arrive downtown to get ready for the celebration. Let the conversations about the Seahawks future begin as the questions about contracts will get underway soon as will the conversations about how hard it is to get back to the Super Bowl. Is this team better prepared than most to do just that? :30- Sam Darnold got the job done. No turnovers in the playoffs and no, he didn't put up spectacular numbers, but he did his part and what was asked of him. Darnold is only 28 and proof that age and team really are factors in a struggle early on in a career. :45- Schneider's moves over these last few years have been spot on. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines and 12th man news with GREGG BELL (Tacoma News Tribune) It's Parade day! What does Gregg recall from the last Championship parade? How special is this team and what they accomplished? There's always an element of vulnerability in a Championship team, it feels like this organization is set up pretty perfectly to try and do this again next year. :30- We keep Gregg for one more segment and the conversation shifts to this Seahawks offensive line. - Who does gregg attribute the improvement in the O-Line to? - Does he expect a lot of coaching turnover with Kubiak leaving? - How special is Grey Zabel? :45- We get not-so Reckless at Breakfast on parade day with some rules for parading! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It seems appropriate to have an impromptu roundtable right about now as GREGG BELL and IAN FURNESS join Chuck and Buck at Jimmy's and the place is packed! We reminisce about the last time we celebrated a Championship here in Seattle and share our thoughts on this year's team and celebration. :30- We are taking it all in at Jimmy's ahead of today's big celebration and it's getting noticeably quieter as the crowd is making it's way to Lumen Field. :45- We close out this Championship celebration show with one last thing! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Parade Day and we are celebrating the Seahawks with the 12's live at Jimmy's!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Downtown Seattle Association says this past holiday season was one of its busiest in years // AGREE TO DISAGREE: Will Southwest's new policy backfire? // WE HEAR YOU! and WORDS TO LIVE BY

A Downtown Seattle business suffered two break-ins in one week. A fired judge is reinstated after claiming criticism of her abusive personality was racism. // Multiple media outlets are debunking the claim that the Trump Administration passed over Venezuela’s opposition leader as the country’s new leader because she accepted the Nobel Peace Prize. // Ninth Circuit smacks down Washington AG Nick Brown for targeting Christian homeless ministry.

GUEST: Jon Scholes, Downtown Seattle Association, on the state of downtown // Why do we celebrate chain restaurants more than local? // SCENARIOS

Downtown Seattle buissnesses hoping for big profits from a long Seahawks playoff run/ Cle Elum resident scammed // GUEST: Luke Ducey on how AI is helping SEA // SCENARIOS

On this BONUS EPISODE of CASCADE OF HISTORY, Feliks Banel presents an archival episode from the local history podcast "Seattle Rewind" from the holiday season of 2010. "Seattle Rewind" was a series produced by Feliks Banel and Casey McNerthney for the old Seattle-PI news website. This episode of "Seattle Rewind" was originally released at Thanksgiving 2010. It focuses on two downtown Seattle holiday traditions at local department stores that traditionally began each year in late November: elaborate displays in the windows of Frederick & Nelson, and the giant star on the Bon Marché. CASCADE OF HISTORY is broadcast LIVE most Sunday nights at 8pm Pacific Time via SPACE 101.1 FM in Seattle and gallantly streams everywhere via www.space101fm.org. The radio station broadcasts from studios at historic Magnuson Park – located in the former Master-at-Arms' quarters in the old Sand Point Naval Air Station - on the shores of Lake Washington in Seattle. Subscribe to the CASCADE OF HISTORY podcast via most podcast platforms and never miss regular weekly episodes of Sunday night broadcasts as well as frequent bonus episodes.

On this BONUS EPISODE of CASCADE OF HISTORY, Feliks Banel tours Metsker Maps at historic Pike Place Market on First Avenue in downtown Seattle, Washington on the eve of the 2025 holiday shopping season. Guest and "tour guide" is Walker Willingham, longtime Metsker employee and knowledgeable expert on maps and cartography. Mr. Willingham gives a tour of the store, tells about its history, and describes some of the maps, globes and books that make Metsker Maps one of the most distinctive retail establishments in the Pacific Northwest. He also shares his thoughts and philosophies on world map projections and the future of paper maps. PLEASE BE FOREWARNED: this 30-minute episode features a couple of SERIOUS map nerds. For more information about Metsker Maps' hours and location (as well as its online store): https://metskermaps.com/ CASCADE OF HISTORY is broadcast LIVE most Sunday nights at 8pm Pacific Time via SPACE 101.1 FM in Seattle and gallantly streams everywhere via www.space101fm.org. The radio station broadcasts from studios at historic Magnuson Park – located in the former Master-at-Arms' quarters in the old Sand Point Naval Air Station - on the shores of Lake Washington in Seattle. Subscribe to the CASCADE OF HISTORY podcast via most podcast platforms and never miss regular weekly episodes of Sunday night broadcasts as well as frequent bonus episodes.

At last, Charlie Kirk’s suspected murderer has been brought into custody. Kirk’s murder has some people feeling on edge about the state campus security. // Kamala Harris’s new book didn’t pull any punches against Joe Biden. // Despite downtown Seattle still being quite vacant, city leaders are acting as if it’s booming. Seattle light rail made its first successful test run across the I-90 bridge.

A brand new contemporary art space opened up last month in downtown Seattle. It's called Cannonball Arts, and Soundside recently got a sneak preview. GUESTS: Brent Watanabe, a Seattle based artist who specializes in computer-controlled installations Greg Lundgren, Creative Director of New Rising Sun RELATED LINKS: Cannonball Arts Downtown Seattle’s Bed Bath & Beyond building to become an arts center Real-Deal Out-There Art - The Stranger Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A brand new contemporary art space opened up this week in downtown Seattle. It's called Cannonball Arts, and Soundside recently got a sneak preview. GUESTS: Brent Watanabe, a Seattle based artist who specializes in computer-controlled installations Greg Lundgren, Creative Director of New Rising Sun RELATED LINKS: Cannonball Arts Downtown Seattle’s Bed Bath & Beyond building to become an arts center Real-Deal Out-There Art - The Stranger Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest - Jon Scholes - CEO of the Downtown Seattle - DTSA Candidate Scorecard // A Western Washington guide to the Aug. 5 primary election // Poll: Gov. Ferguson’s first approval rating lowest in over 30 years // Poll: Washington voters are ‘pretty pessimistic’ about the future // Will Seattle reelect its conservative City Attorney? // Trump Said Gifted Qatari Jet Was ‘Free’—But Renovation Cost Could Reportedly Near $1 Billion // Puyallup Tribe receives noteworthy gift: A Tacoma arts complex

New WA laws go into effect this week /  Torchlight Parade and weekend event shows that Downtown Seattle is still poppin' / WA sues Trump admin over cancelling funds to shelter migrant // Charlie Harger joins us to talk about his experience watching  Ichiro Suzuki's heartwarming Baseball Hall of Fame speech // OpenAI CEO warns of more jobs being taken by AI

Please note that this episode was recorded on February 5th, 2025.Episode 056 | Dr. Sarah Sung, MD has long been one of Seattle's most sought-after board-certified dermatologists. She's now taking a bold new step to become more accessible to her beloved patients through her new independent, direct care private practice, The Perq, at 5101 25th Ave NE in Seattle, WA!To give you an idea of what's going on at The Perq, here's a lovely bit from their website that I know will resonate with many of you: "Everyone's skin has a story. We'll take time to listen to yours."Want more? So do I. Dr. Sung explains on PerqMD.com: “After a decade in dermatology, I've seen how large clinics often leave patients feeling rushed and unheard. It became clear that effective treatment wasn't enough.  Patients deserve more: more time, more empathy, more personalized care.So, we created The Perq. Here, you're treated as an individual, not a number. We take the time to understand your needs, provide exceptional care, and create a medical experience you'll look forward to.”Day after day, my patients tell me how they're fed up with 5-minute dermatologists. Well, folks, Dr. Sung is listening, and she ain't no 5-minute derm.Dr. Sung's impressive background includes training at the University of Southern California, Harvard University, Johns Hopkins University, and with the United States Air Force. Before founding The Perq, Dr. Sung practiced at The Polyclinic in Downtown Seattle and the Overlake Clinic in Bellevue, Washington.She's also a fellow graduate of the 2024-2025 cohort of LearnSkin's Integrative Dermatology Certificate Program (IDCP), which is how I met her and many other remarkable past and future guests... I'm looking at you, Spoons! ;)And a huge shout out to Sarah's husband and Perq co-founder, Michael Sung. Great work and can't wait to have you on the show!Connect with and learn from Dr. Sung and The Perqinfo@perqmd.comperqmd.comInstagramMore from Dr. Lewellis and Above & Beyond DermatologyNeed a dermatologist? Fill out this short interest form, text or call me at 715-391-9774, or email me at drlewellis@aboveandbeyondderm.com if you'd like to have a no obligation discovery call. I offer in-office visits, house calls, and virtual care in Wisconsin and virtual care in Illinois, Nebraska, and Colorado.Have an idea for a guest or want to be on the show yourself? Send me a text or email, and we'll see if it's a good fit.Above & Beyond DermatologyNutrafol -- special pricing and physician exclusive productsNeoGenesis -- my favorite source of stem cell released molecules for skin/hairSilagen.biz -- physician dispensed scar refinement products delivered to your door (use practice code 1206240832P)NewsletterLinkedInFacebookDr. Lewellis on InstagramAbove & Beyond Dermatology on InstagramYouTubeTikTokTwitter/XChange Your Mind, Change Your LifeSoMeDocs (Doctors on Social Media)Pippa!

Witnesses said a bystander in the right place at the right time jumped in to stop a gunman who shot two people near Pike Place Market in downtown Seattle.The shooting suspect was just 16, and KOMO News has learned that he teamed up with several accomplices to confront a group of young people around 10 p.m. Wednesday at First Avenue and Union Street, in the heart of the city's tourism district.As the gunfire began, a man with his own firearm stepped out of the shadows and killed the teenage shooter. The medical examiner has since identified the deceased as Kale Vaughn Kellen Nusbaum. All three people were shot in front of the Four Seasons hotel, and many of the rounds struck a condominium building across the street.

If you're looking for exciting things to do this weekend, Soundside Producer Jason Megatron Burrows is here with MOST of the stuff you can get up to. Okay, SOME of the stuff you can get up to. Also, one quick correction: Jason erroneously said University AVE instead of University WAY when talking about the U-District Street Fair - it's here in the U-District, NOT in Downtown Seattle. LINKS: POW! Screening at the Tulalip Reservation Seattle International Film Festival!! Meet Me Here SIFF Episode! Never Turn Back Exhibit Opening Party: Soul Train Revival Smash Putt - FINAL WEEKEND Rig-a-palooza 2025 Dozer Days Amazing Bubble Man POP Cats Seattle 2025 U District Street Fair Viking Fest - Poulsbo, WA The Seattle Super Saunter Gays Eating Garlic Bread in the Park Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In dieser Doppelfolge über Seattle taucht Erik ein in Welten voller Glaskunst, Kaffeekunst, Straßenkunst. Er besucht Märkte und Museen und spricht mit Menschen, die mit Leidenschaft, Freiheitssinn und Können ihre Träume verfolgen und zur gleichermaßen relaxten wie inspirierenden Atmosphäre der Stadt beitragen. Kurzum, er erhält eine Kostprobe der Zutaten, die Seattle aus- und besonders machen. Seattle im Bundesstaat Washington wird eingerahmt von der Bucht Elliot Bay im Westen und dem Lake Washington im Osten. Dahinter erheben sich die schneebedeckten Gipfel des Kaskadengebirges und des Mount Rainier, der nur 90km südöstlich von Downtown Seattle gut sichtbar am Horizont thront. Dazwischen verteilen sich im Umland Inseln, atemberaubende Küstenlandschaften mit schroffen Steilküsten, Seen, immergrüne Wälder, sogar ein Regenwald. Und auch im Stadtgebiet selbst findet sich viel Grün – deshalb wird Seattle auch als Emerald City bezeichnet, als Smaragdstadt.Bekannt ist Seattle – immerhin schon mehrfach zur lebenswertesten Stadt der USA gekürt – aber nicht nur für die Natur, sondern für noch viel mehr: die Space Needle, Kaffee, Musik, Galerien, Dale Chihuli, die florierende Gastronomieszene, … – all das und mehr: in dieser Weltwach-Doppelfolge! Dieser Podcast wird auch durch unsere Hörerschaft ermöglicht. Wenn du gern zuhörst, kannst du dazu beitragen, dass unsere Show auch weiterhin besteht und regelmäßig erscheint. Zum Dank erhältst du Zugriff auf unseren werbefreien Feed und auf unsere Bonusfolgen. Diese Möglichkeiten zur Unterstützung bestehen:Weltwach Supporters Club bei Steady. Du kannst ihn auch direkt über Spotify ansteuern. Alternativ kannst du bei Apple Podcasts UnterstützerIn werden.WERBEPARTNERhttps://linktr.ee/weltwachSTAY IN TOUCH:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weltwach/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/weltwach/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Weltwach/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WELTWACHNewsletter: https://weltwach.de/newsletter/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In dieser Doppelfolge über Seattle taucht Erik ein in Welten voller Glaskunst, Kaffeekunst, Straßenkunst. Er besucht Märkte und Museen und spricht mit Menschen, die mit Leidenschaft, Freiheitssinn und Können ihre Träume verfolgen und zur gleichermaßen relaxten wie inspirierenden Atmosphäre der Stadt beitragen. Kurzum, er erhält eine Kostprobe der Zutaten, die Seattle aus- und besonders machen. Seattle im Bundesstaat Washington wird eingerahmt von der Bucht Elliot Bay im Westen und dem Lake Washington im Osten. Dahinter erheben sich die schneebedeckten Gipfel des Kaskadengebirges und des Mount Rainier, der nur 90km südöstlich von Downtown Seattle gut sichtbar am Horizont thront. Dazwischen verteilen sich im Umland Inseln, atemberaubende Küstenlandschaften mit schroffen Steilküsten, Seen, immergrüne Wälder, sogar ein Regenwald. Und auch im Stadtgebiet selbst findet sich viel Grün – deshalb wird Seattle auch als Emerald City bezeichnet, als Smaragdstadt.Bekannt ist Seattle – immerhin schon mehrfach zur lebenswertesten Stadt der USA gekürt – aber nicht nur für die Natur, sondern für noch viel mehr: die Space Needle, Kaffee, Musik, Galerien, Dale Chihuli, die florierende Gastronomieszene, … – all das und mehr: in dieser Weltwach-Doppelfolge! Werbung:Unser Partner dieser Folge ist Edelweiss, die führende Schweizer Ferienfluggesellschaft, mit dem neuen Podcast “Edelweiss Travel Tales”. Jetzt bei Apple unter https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/edelweiss-travel-tales/id1799676852 oder Spotify unter https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZKDd2IUEuqUSFOhdAcDPA?si=OjBmU0nfQ9OFk3Ld_UOvyw anhören und abonnieren! Dieser Podcast wird auch durch unsere Hörerschaft ermöglicht. Wenn du gern zuhörst, kannst du dazu beitragen, dass unsere Show auch weiterhin besteht und regelmäßig erscheint. Zum Dank erhältst du Zugriff auf unseren werbefreien Feed und auf unsere Bonusfolgen. Diese Möglichkeiten zur Unterstützung bestehen:Weltwach Supporters Club bei Steady. Du kannst ihn auch direkt über Spotify ansteuern. Alternativ kannst du bei Apple Podcasts UnterstützerIn werden.WERBEPARTNERhttps://linktr.ee/weltwachSTAY IN TOUCH:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weltwach/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/weltwach/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Weltwach/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WELTWACHNewsletter: https://weltwach.de/newsletter/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Erin and Manasa from Camp Half-Pod are back, this time to cover some more chapters of Son of Neptune! I thought we would talk about all the Seattle shenanigans our trio gets up to, but OPE it's a warehouse adventure! Topics include: ahopping locally, ceremonial cabins, babies, aspects, gw, Gulman, The Berenstain Bears, horse girl tropes, The winter soldier, Lady Whistledown, Amazon Dash, adult friendships, mischievously, pecans, e-readers, reading on the beach, Downtown Seattle, rollercoaster, Beecher's, Seattle Supersonics, friendship bracelets, and more!NEW TNO PIN AND NOTEBOOK: https://www.thenewestolympian.com/merchTNO LIVESTREAM OF APRIL LIVE SHOW: https://www.thenewestolympian.com/live Thanks to our sponsors:Pretty Litter: Save 20% on your first order and get a free cat toy at https://www.prettylitter.com/olympianNutrafol: Get $10 off your first month plus free shipping at https://www.nutrafol.com with code "OLYMPIAN"  — Find The Newest Olympian Online —• Website: www.thenewestolympian.com• Patreon: www.thenewestolympian.com/patreon• Instagram: www.instagram.com/newestolympian• Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/newestolympian.bsky.social• Facebook: www.facebook.com/newestolympian• Reddit: www.reddit.com/r/thenewestolympian• Twitter: www.twitter.com/newestolympian• Merch: www.thenewestolympian.com/merch — Production —• Creator, Host, Producer, Social Media, Web Design: Mike Schubert• Editor: Sherry Guo• Music: Bettina Campomanes and Brandon Grugle• Art: Jessica E. Boyd — About The Show —Has the Percy Jackson series been slept on by society? Join Mike Schubert as he journeys through the Riordanverse for the first time with the help of longtime PJO fans to cover the plot, take stabs at what happens next, and nerd out over the Greek mythology throughout. Whether you're looking for an excuse to finally read these books, or want to re-read an old favorite with a digital book club, grab your blue chocolate chip cookies and listen along. New episodes release on Mondays wherever you get your podcasts!

After 23 years in downtown Seattle, the Cheesecake Factory will close the doors of its busy location.The decision was made after “extensive review and analysis,” according to a spokesperson for the restaurant.The last day the restaurant at 700 Pike St. will be open is May 4."We have truly enjoyed being a part of the downtown Seattle community over the last 23 years and hope to continue to serve all our Seattle guests at our nearby restaurant locations."-- Spokesperson Alethea Rowe

3pm: Guest - Jon Scholes - President of The Downtown Seattle Association // Downtown Seattle may have escaped the ‘doom loop,’ still off pre-COVID norm // Airbnb pushes back on new bill that would tax short-term rentals to fund housing in Washington // I Stand Corrected - Ask, Tell, Correct or Yell at John about anything // Clarifying John’s stance on Social Security // George Orwell’s 1984 and Newspeak // Wisconsin's Gov. Evers slammed for proposal to replace 'mother' with 'inseminated person' 

Today marks the third anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. More than 500 Ukrainians and supporters gathered this weekend in Downtown Seattle to show solidarity and share their fears about Ukraine’s future. The third anniversary of the war comes as President Donald Trump has mused over upending America’s commitment to Ukraine’s defense. U.S and Russian officials met in Saudi Arabia last week for bilateral talks, including discussion of the future of Ukraine. Notably absent at the table – anyone from Ukraine. Trump also falsely said last week that Ukraine started the war – which began with Russia’s invasion. And in a post on Truth Social, Trump accused Ukraine's President, Volodomir Zelenskyy, of being a “dictator without elections” - writing, “Zelenskyy better move fast or he is not going to have a Country left.” The dramatic shift in rhetoric from the U.S. has left European leaders and Ukranians scrambling to understand what will happen next. Guests: KUOW producer Natalie Akane Newcomb Dr. Lena Surzhko Harned, an associate teaching professor of Political Science at Pennsylvania State University. She is also the associate director and a faculty affiliate of the Public Policy Initiative at Penn State Behrend. Related links: In pushing for Ukraine elections, Trump is falling into Putin-laid trap to delegitimize Zelenskyy - The Conversation Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

5pm: Seattle mayor calls for major SPD reforms after Adrian Diaz harassment claims probe // Downtown Seattle leader calls Amazon’s return-to-office mandate ‘influential’ as 5-day policy begins // How John ruined the pets at work policy at KIRO // Booze stocks fall as Surgeon General claims alcohol should carry cancer warnings on label // ‘Wheel of Fortune’ viewers are spinning with rage over ‘all-time horrible’ answer // Know-it-All Quiz // Letters 

3pm: After the pandemic, downtown Seattle moves into a challenging future // Developer Martin Selig defaults on $240M debt as Seattle office woes mount // Los Angeles Times Owner Plans to Launch Tech-Driven “Bias Meter” On Articles Next Year // The state of bias in journalism in 2024 // “No hocus pocus, just delicious donuts.” A Seattle area guide to authentic donuts

Join us for a chat with Monica Rankin from the Downtown Seattle Association as we dive into the dynamic landscape of Downtown Seattle. This session will provide an in-depth look at the Downtown Seattle Association (DSA) and the Metropolitan Improvement District (MID), two pivotal organizations dedicated to enhancing the vitality and livability of our urban core. Whether you're a resident, business owner, or simply interested in the growth of our city, this webinar will offer valuable insights and foster meaningful discussions about the future of Downtown Seattle.

Episode 465 - Kay Smith-Blum - Tangles, A Suspense-Filled, 20th-Century Historical Environmental ThrillerMEET THE AUTHOR Redefining Historical Fiction - An Austin, Texas transplant, Kay Smith-Blum is a recovering retailer who is redefining the historical fiction genre from her bayside perch in Seattle. Named Woman Business Owner (NWWA) of 2013, her wit, humor, and resourcefulness helped her high-end retail fashion business endure multiple economic shifts in a decades-long career. She and her husband sold their company in 2016, allowing KSB to write full-time.Winner of the 2023 Black Fox Lit short story contest, Smith-Blum is a member of the WFWA (serving on the Scholarship committee), the HistFic Affinity Group, a member of the Feisty Deeds Anthology editorial committee, Ravenna Writers Circle, CommuterLit Writers Group, the Authors Guild, PNWA, NIWA and AWP. She has been published in over a dozen literary journals and her debut novel, TANGLES, will be published on December 3, 2024 (available for pre-order now and all preorders benefit the Heart of America NW/HanfordCleanup.org.As a publicly elected official (President of the Seattle School Board 2012) she led multiple initiatives on behalf of the students of Seattle. As a private citizen, Smith-Blum raised millions of dollars for education, the arts, and medical research. She established the first greenhouse and urban gardening program in Seattle Public Schools. She has served on numerous charitable boards in the Pacific Northwest. An active member of the downtown Seattle community, she is currently advocating for a park in the last green space in the urban core, made available by the demolition of the Highway 99 viaduct. An avid gardener, Smith-Blum works out her writer's block in her three sons' gardens and the nearest lap pool.​A graduate of the University of Texas, Smith-Blum chaired Downtown Seattle's first marketing campaign and published a seasonal magazine for 10 years. She co-authored the “Every Man, Every Woman” inspirational series of cards and posters, published by Schurman Fine Papers, Portal Publications, and Sawdust City. Smith-Blum is a dynamic speaker and experienced producer of large and small events that leverage both traditional and social media.Book: TanglesOppenheimer was just the beginning.When a harpooned whale offers proof the Hanford Nuclear Reservation is endangering all life in the Columbia River Basin, Luke Hinson, a brash young scientist, seizes the chance to avenge his father's death but a thyroid cancer diagnosis derails Luke's research. Between treatments, he dives back in, making enemies at every turn. On an overnight trek, Luke discovers evidence that Mary, his former neighbor, embarked on the same treacherous trail, and her disappearance, a decade prior, may be tied to Hanford's harmful practices mired in government-mandated secrecy.A love story wrapped in a mystery, this stunning Cold War home-front tale reveals the devastating costs of the birth of the nuclear age, and celebrates the quiet courage of wronged women, the fierce determination of fatherless sons, and the limitless power of the individual.Tangles is a genre-defying must-read for our time.https://a.co/d/gJxsZa8https://www.kaysmith-blum.com/Support the show___https://livingthenextchapter.com/podcast produced by: https://truemediasolutions.ca/Coffee Refills are always appreciated, refill Dave's cup here, and thanks!https://buymeacoffee.com/truemediaca

Cathy Allen with Democratic reaction to local election campaigns // Jason Rantz with Republican reaction to local election campaigns // Feliks Banel with "All Over The Map" — on location in Downtown Seattle, where a historic pathway is being unveiled // Margaret Brennan with an update on the Presidential election // "Photog Steve" Hickey with the local crime stories that he has been covering // Daily Dose of Kindness: Two New Jersey high schoolers are breaking language barriers in their community // Gee Scott with what to expect in the Seahawks' matchup against the Falcons // Herb Weisbaum on the FTC's ruling that helps cancel unwanted subscriptions and services // Paul Holden with a roundup of all the best events happening around the Sound this weekend

Downtown Seattle's new waterfront walkway opens, Boeing and striking machinists to restart talks on Monday, and housing for LGBTQ+ veterans opens in Seattle. It's our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. You have the power! Make the show happen by making a gift to KUOW. We want to hear from you! Follow us on Instagram at SeattleNowPod, or leave us feedback.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott MacFarlane on discussions this week in Congress // Feliks Banel with "All Over The Map" — a look at the origins of the name "Mount Adams" // Paul Holden with a roundup of all the best events happening around the Sound this weekend // Daily Dose of Kindness: An Arizona man gives his hair away for a good cause // Gee Scott with keys to a Seahawks victory on Sunday // Michael Woody from Visit Seattle on the new Overlook Walk through Downtown Seattle

KIRO Newsradio caught up with a Seattle resident known for taking very long walks right here at home, seeing the city and the region from a unique perspective – and then sharing it with others through photos and tours. Austin Watson retired after a long career at Boeing, and he now lives with his wife in Downtown Seattle. He wears comfortable clothes and serious walking shoes because on a good day – which means pretty much every day – he’ll easily cover 10 miles on foot. He also owns decent rain gear, because he’ll often take his long walks rain or shine – which is something of a given in the Pacific Northwest.

What’s Trending: A developer that has been working on a multifamily project that has been in the works for years has decided to pause construction to the urban decay in Downtown Seattle. Antisemitic protesters interrupted Nancy Pelosi’s appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in Chicago. Guest: Chris Sullivan provides a traffic update. //LongForm: GUEST: Snohomish County Sheriff Susanna Johnson explains why they’re struggling to hire and retain deputies. // The Quick Hit: Seattle’s Wing Luke Museum kowtowed to antisemites and now Jewish Americans are fighting back.  

 What’s Trending: Kamala Harris selects MN Governor Tim Walz to be her running mate. Jason questions whether he is as down the middle as the Harris campaign says he is. Prominent Seattle business owners are fed up with crime in Downtown Seattle as a major Starbucks location closes over safety concerns. // Live coverage of Tim Walz’s first speech as the Democratic nominee for Vice President. // A group in Seattle’s Belltown neighborhood is trying to block he construction of a building because of birds.

Seattle's City Council says it needs more options to jail people who commit misdemeanors. Criminal justice reformer and MacArthur "Genius" Grant winner Lisa Daugaard joins us to debate and discuss. Daugaard is best-known for helping launch Seattle's Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD) program. Plus, Lisa weights in on a recent Seattle auditor's report looking at "place-based problem-solving approach to addressing overdoses and drug-related crime." Finally, Lisa Daugaard on civil or involuntary commitment. Is it coming to Seattle and Washington State?  Our editor is Quinn Waller. Support the Show.Support us on Patreon!

URSULA'S TOP STORIES: Shootout in Auburn with automatic weapons // Should Stehekin be forced to evacuate due to the Pioneer Fire // What's the first thing you think of when you think of downtown Seattle? // WE NEED TO TALK. . . 

Feliks Banel in Downtown Seattle on the vision of "Vanishing Seattle" // Daily Dose of Kindness: A plumbing company gives free services to the community // Linda Gradstein on Benjamin Netanyahu's Congressional Address and the current state of affairs in Gaza // Gee Scott on the attacks against Kamala Harris from Republicans

In Sarah LaMont's own words: "When I graduated college with a degree in Graphic Design from the University of Washington I had a hard time finding a job in my field, that is when I secured a second job at Nordstrom in Downtown Seattle as a Salesperson in the Women's Petite Department. Admittedly, I didn't think it was a real job… on my very first day I tended to a 5 feet tall woman who was overwhelmed trying to find something memorable to wear to her son's wedding. By the end of the day, not only had we found something that made her feel beautiful but had accomplished the same challenge for her husband. They were so happy I remember them tipping me $100 and told me to use it to buy myself a bottle of vodka because 'I deserved it!' This experience was eye opening to me… I always loved getting dressed and saw it as a way to express who I was and how I wanted people to see me; I cared more about body shape and proportion and how fashion could be incorporated into your every day lifestyle. While working at Nordstrom I encountered people who didn't see getting dressed as a creative expression but as a stressful hassle… and I wanted to help. I do what I love: Styling for both men and women, not just for special occasions and events, but for their Saturday mornings and casual evenings with their family and friends. I believe style should be part of your everyday life and doesn't have to be full of rules and “dry clean only” labels. I started this business so that I can help each one of my clients find function and creativity in their existing closets and never feel embarrassed to bump into people they know while out doing errands again. Why style?… Why not!"

A lot of completely normal Americans believe Trump should have gone free, and he probably will because of his popularity. Which, believe it or not, brings me to the case of Seattle’s own Belltown Hellcat. He’s the guy who goes tearing through Downtown Seattle at night in his unmuffled souped-up Dodge Charger at 107 miles an hour.

Bill Radke discusses the week's news with Too Beautiful to Live's Andrew Walsh, author and speaker Jodi-Anne Burey, and the Seattle Metro Chamber's Rachel Smith.

5pm - The Golden Bachelor will get married LIVE tonight on ABC… Of course, Jake will be watching // “The English Psychic” predicts bad news for Donald Trump on Fox News’ Jesse Watters // Florida man suing Dunkin over ‘exploding toilet’ that left him with lasting injuries… // Downtown Seattle welcomes “Fat-Con” this weekend! // LETTERS

Downtown Seattle was arguably the hardest-hit area during Seattle's lockdown as workers fled offices. As the rest of the city returned to its normal bustle, downtown lagged behind.City and county officials made it a priority to revitalize the area. But how well is that revitalization going?Seattle Times Business reporter Paul Roberts gives us a temperature check on the state of downtown. Read Paul's story:Dine-In or Take Out Thanksgiving: https://www.seattletimes.com/life/food-drink/seattle-area-restaurants-open-for-thanksgiving-dine-in-or-takeout/We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. You have the power! Make the show happen by making a gift to KUOW: https://www.kuow.org/donate/seattlenowAnd we want to hear from you! Follow us on Instagram at SeattleNowPod, or leave us feedback online: https://www.kuow.org/feedback