Podcasts about Seattle

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.

Seattle is desperately trying to backtrack after reports it was moving towards drug decriminalization. Just like Minnesota, Washington is dealing with its own allegations of fraud. There’s now a pill version of the popular weight loss drug Wegovy. // LongForm: GUEST: Let's Go Washington's Brian Heywood on what's next now that two citizen intitiatives have received enough signatures to make it on the ballot. // Quick Hit: An update on allegations that Hilton hotels were denying reservations to ICE agents.

Seahawks Cornerback Riq Woolen joins the show to talk about how it feels finishing as the best scoring defense in the NFL, what their preparation looks like for the first playoff game, and what area he feels he has improved the most in. // Everyone is talking about the Seahawks defense, how much of that can be attributed to the physicality of the players? The guys mention Riq Woolen as one player who has stood out in that regard. // The guys go around the NFL and talk about the various head coach firings from the last few days, specifically Pete Carroll and how that shakes up the search for head coaches including Klint Kubiak possibly leaving Seattle. // This is one of the better Seahawks teams we have seen in a while, how much credit goes to the staff and front office for bringing in the right players and building the right connections? Wyman & Bob break it down 

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with former Seahawks tackle Ray Roberts about the Hawks season, Mike Macdonald, Sam Darnold, Charles Cross and the offensive line, then they discuss the running game, and Seattle's deficiencies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jon Wilner about the CFP final four, bowl rotations, and TV ratings, then look at the NFC playoff foes Seattle could face before Grant Cohn from San Francisco joins them to revisit the win over the 49ers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

5pm: Two break-ins, one week: Seattle shop owner ‘scared it’ll happen again’ // Harger: WA leads the nation in retail theft. Issaquah shows how to fix it //  ‘Designed to be addictive’: Study finds teens spend more than an hour per day on phones at school // Why smaller houses can lead to happier lives // Letters

Chapter 671 - "I Don't Really Think About The Challenges" ...as read by Dave Lee of Signal SnowboardsToday we welcome Signal Snowboards founder Dave Lee to the podcast! Dave and Signal have a YouTube show called Cardboard Sessions, where musicians come and play instruments that Dave and his team have designed that are made out of Cardboard! Dave talks about being a part of the Seattle music scene as it was exploding, getting into snowboarding, the inspiration behind creating instruments out of cardboard, his dream guests for the show, and more! https://www.youtube.com/@SignalSnowboard/playlistshttps://www.signalsnowboards.com/DiscordPatreonSubstackEmail: asthestorygrows@gmail.comChapter 671 Music:Dinosaur Jr - "No Bones"Turnstile - "Holiday"

Grant Cohn with Sports Illustrated in San Francisco joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the 49ers loss to the Seahawks last weekend, the excuses given by Bay Area fans, the desire for a rematch, the playoff matchup ahead and the Seahawks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It has been three days since the United States captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in an audacious military raid. It was a sudden and intense escalation of an ongoing campaign by the United States to oust Maduro. Maduro, and his wife Cilia Flores, appeared in a Manhattan court yesterday in an arraignment hearing over drug trafficking and weapons charges. Those charges were central to the government’s rationale for capturing Maduro. But since Maduro’s capture, the Trump administration has focused on the Venezuelan oil industry and threatened other countries in Latin America like Cuba, Columbia and Mexico. GUESTS: Jenaro Abraham, Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science at Gonzaga University Marines Scaramazza, reporter and manager of Latino Herald, based in Lynnwood RELATED LINKS: NPR: 7 takeaways from Trump's incursion into Venezuela Seattle Times: After Maduro’s capture, Venezuelans in WA ask: ‘Should we be happy?’ Al Jazeera: Trump’s bid to commandeer Venezuela’s oil sector faces hurdles, experts say 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.

Nicolás Maduro had a court appearance in New York yesterday. What does the future look like for Venezuela? Disagreement on "The View" regarding President Trump's actions in Venezuela. Cuba, Greenland, and Iran on alert? Americans make their 2026 predictions. Big change in the recommended vaccine schedule. The home of Vice President Vance attacked in Ohio. Will New York City survive Zohran Mamdani? Drug laws won't be enforced in Seattle. Hilton Hotels vs. ICE. Artificial intelligence: Abandon the First Amendment in order to save the First Amendment? Minnesota Governor Tim Walz (D) defiant in the face of fraud accusations. California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) discusses his hair catching fire. 00:00 Pat Gray UNLEASHED! 00:21 Sports Talk 02:48 Trump's Message about MAGA 05:50 Happy Three Kings Day! 08:49 Nicolás Maduro & Wife's Helicopter Landing 10:19 Maduro in Court Yesterday 11:29 Maduro's Charges 13:00 Whoopi Goldberg Reacts to Maduro Arrest 16:39 Scott Jennings on Venezuela Hypocrisy 18:18 Stephen Miller on Venezuela Oil 19:56 Dow Jones Industrial Average at an All-Time High 25:53 Trump Reiterates that 'We Need Greenland' 33:23 Fat Five 48:15 New Vaccine Recommendations 51:06 Break-In at JD Vance's Home 53:22 Zohran Mamdani Sets Up New Office? 57:01 Meet Mamdani's New Cabinet Member 1:06:12 Seattle is NOT Enforcing Laws! 1:07:09 Hilton Hotels Refuses Service to Trump Administration 1:12:17 The First Amendment in an AI World 1:17:07 Tim Walz is 'Big-Boy Mad' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been a while since the Seahawks hosted a playoff game with fans in the stands. We discuss the excitement over that and some of the games this weekend. Then, we dig into the Sam Darnold conversation and what some of the national media narrative around him is after clinching the division. Plus, we discuss whether a comfy mattress or pillow is more important when sleeping away from home, if it's acceptable to order diet coke for breakfast, and more in Answer the Quesiton Jerk.    

It's been a while since the Seahawks hosted a playoff game with fans in the stands. We discuss the excitement over that and some of the games this weekend. Then, we dig into the Sam Darnold conversation and what some of the national media narrative around him is after clinching the division. Plus, we discuss whether a comfy mattress or pillow is more important when sleeping away from home, if it's acceptable to order diet coke for breakfast, and more in Answer the Quesiton Jerk.    

Local leaders and community members are reacting to the American military action in Venezuela, Seattle city leaders are being sworn in, and the state legislative session starts one week from today. 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. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Seahawks are in prime position to make a Super Bowl run. After beating the 49ers on Saturday, the Hawks earned the number one seed in the NFC and homefield advantage throughout the playoffs. Essentially, the Super Bowl runs through Seattle. Jerry Brewer is here to help us understand how the Seahawks got here and what comes next. He’s a senior columnist for The Athletic. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're excited to welcome Seattle-based interior designer Lisa Staton to the show. With more than 20 years of experience, her firm is known for seamlessly blending current trends with timeless appeal to create spaces that feel both fresh and rooted in history. Lisa joins Taryn and Caroline to discuss her East Coast upbringing, how she navigates the "algorithm era" of design, and why she believes every room needs a mix of old and new. She shares her philosophy on "Soup and Symphony" design, how to choose the right white paint for your region, and why the house itself is always the first client. Quick Decorating Takeaways: Use the House as Your Guide: Let the home's original architecture be your "guiding life force" when renovating. Matching details like millwork to the original style creates a cohesive foundation, allowing for trendy updates without losing character.  Practice "Soup and Symphony": Focus on how all design elements work together rather than critiquing individual pieces. Like a soup or symphony, the magic lies in the harmonious blend of textures, colors, and furniture, not just the single ingredients.  Respect Your Region's Light: Choose paint colors based on your specific location's light, not just what looks good in photos. For example, the blue-toned light of the Pacific Northwest calls for warmer whites to avoid sterility, unlike a sun-drenched desert home.  What You'll Hear on This Episode: 00:00 Welcome & Introductions 01:45 Lisa's background: From Boston history to Sotheby's art auctions 04:00 The "Algorithm Effect": How social media homogenizes design 06:00 Balancing high-end design with accessible updates 09:00 How to respect architecture without creating a "period piece" 11:00 Designing for location: Why a Cape Cod style doesn't always work in Arizona 13:00 The collaborative process and avoiding "reverse Google search" design 15:00 The "Soup and Symphony" analogy for cohesive interiors 19:00 Mixing traditional cabinetry with sleek, modern furniture 25:00 Designing for the Pacific Northwest: Coziness and light management 28:00 Lisa's go-to white paints for different lights 31:00 Tips for choosing exterior paint colors 36:00 Decorating Dilemma: Updating a beige-on-beige rental apartment 44:00 Why you should embrace "weird" art and vintage finds 52:00 Closing notes & where to find Lisa Also Mentioned: Lisa Staton Design | Website Follow Lisa on Instagram: @lisastatondesign Paint Colors Mentioned: Sherwin Williams Alabaster, Benjamin Moore Simply White, Lancaster White, Swiss Coffee Shop Ballard Designs Please send in your questions so we can answer them on our next episode! And of course, subscribe to the podcast in Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode. You can always check back here to see new episodes, but if you subscribe, it'll automatically download to your phone. Happy Decorating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Washingtonians gathered in Olympia to protest the state’s out-of-control taxation. Seattle is buzzing about the Seahawks with the playoffs upon us. // LongForm: GUEST: Rep. Michael Baumgartner (R-WA) on the operation in Venezuela over the weekend. // Quick Hit: The Department of Homeland Security is going after Hilton Hotels after allegations that its canceling reservations for officers.

The United States launched an operation over the weekend to depose Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro and brought him back to the United States to stand trial. The Seattle Police Officers Guild says that the city is effectively decriminalizing drugs again. // Jason had a great New Year’s Eve and producer Jackson got engaged. // There’s a new viral video trend that Jason doesn’t like.

On Tuesday's   Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett starts off Tuesday's show with an update and commentary about the Atlanta Falcons asking permission to speak with Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak.  Puck sure feels Kubiak isn't cut out to be a head coach. Puck then talks college football and life with John Canzano, “Bald Faced Truth” and JohnCanzano.com.  What odds does he give Oregon in their rematch with Indiana?  John sat down with Dan Lanning recently on his YouTube show and Lanning has several ideas how to fix college football.  John feels strongly that Miami will advance past Ole Miss.  Pac-12 may be expanding in football, who's coming?  Also, what annoys you more, the person who cuts the line off the airline or the person that doesn't put their shopping cart back?Danny Kelly, The Ringer, joins Puck and describes what a nervous wreck he was watching the Seahawks take on the Niners.  Who does he prefer the Seahawks see in the divisional round…anyone but the RAMS!   Danny and Puck make their case (even though it won't happen) for Grey Zabel to be the offensive rookie of the year and Danny gives his picks for the wild card weekend. “On This Day…”   Nancy Kerrigan attacked and Lenny Wilkens milestonePuck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?”    Matt Stafford is the MVP of the NFL. Case closed. (1:00) Puck (7:03) John Canzano  (31:52) Danny Kelly, The Ringer (1:04:46)  “On this Day….”  (1:07:13) “Hey, What the Puck!?”  

Seattle's new regime says it's not decriminalizing drugs, but history tells us that's exactly what they're doing. Shift to socialism already leading to an explosion of homeless tents. Brandi finally gets to debate someone about laser hair removal for trans inmates. Hilton's horrible day. 

On the show this time, it’s the very first, and very last episode of Live on KEXP / Under The Needle, with our cornerstone artist and fan favorite - Courtney Barnett. It's one of-a-kind sessions from your favorite artists, and from a few, you're about to discover. From our studios in Seattle it’s Live on KEXP. Recorded October 31, 2014 An Illustration of Loneliness Nobody Really Cares If You Don’t Go to the Party Pedestrian at Best Depreston Lance Jr. Don't Apply Compression Gently Scotty Says Watch the full Live on KEXP session on YouTube.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show this time, it’s the very first, and very last episode of Live on KEXP / Under The Needle, with our cornerstone artist and fan favorite - Courtney Barnett. It's one of-a-kind sessions from your favorite artists, and from a few, you're about to discover. From our studios in Seattle it’s Live on KEXP. Recorded October 31, 2014 An Illustration of Loneliness Nobody Really Cares If You Don’t Go to the Party Pedestrian at Best Depreston Lance Jr. Don't Apply Compression Gently Scotty Says Watch the full Live on KEXP session on YouTube.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you're planning a trip to Ireland in 2026 these tips will make planning smoother, help you avoid crowds, and maybe even save you a bit of money. Probably the most important tips are when NOT to be in Dublin, but there are some updates to European entry & exit systems that you need to know, as well as really important advice for 2027. Jody Halsted – Ireland Family Vacations and the Traveling in Ireland podcast In case you're wondering why you would want to get your Ireland travel advice from me… My name is Jody Halsted, and I am an Ireland travel advisor. I have been traveling to and through Ireland for over 23 years (!!), publish Ireland Family Vacations, host the Traveling in Ireland podcast, assist hundreds of travelers with their Ireland vacations each year and, occasionally, I also host small group tours through Ireland (I have 2 this spring so you can look forward to some live from Ireland episodes in April and May). That's a lot! But Ireland travel is my passion; and my goal -100% – is to help you have an amazing Ireland vacation. And I have quite a few ways to do that. My website, Ireland Family Vacations, is a complete resource for Ireland vacation planning – filled with information on what to do & see as well as handy tips for planning your trip and free itineraries to get your plans in motion quickly. (Don't let the name fool you! I travel through Ireland solo, with my husband, with my family, and hosting small group tours. Whatever your group size or dynamic I am able to assist!) My itinerary personalization, vacation coaching, and custom itinerary creation services help you maximize your Ireland experience, and my small group guided tours are designed to not only deliver the ‘authentic' Ireland of your dreams but also introduce you to the people and hidden places that make the country so very magical. If you love the process of planning your trip the Ireland Travel Compass walks you step-by-step through my expert process, from when to visit and how long the perfect vacation lasts, to what to see, where to stay, and even what to eat. It's basically my entire Ireland vacation planning brain laid out. On a more personal note, I have 2 daughters, now in college, who have been traveling through Ireland with me since before they could toddle and one very supportive husband (who loves it when I plan other people's vacations because it means I'm not planning my own). At Malahide Castle (It's probably time to get new family photos done)By Aoife for Flytographer; Dublin, Ireland. All rights reserved. Now that you know all about me, let's jump into what you need to know as you consider planning an Ireland vacation in 2026! This article is based on Traveling in Ireland podcast episode 320. Use the player below to listen or scroll to continue reading the article and get resource links. 2026 Ireland Travel Tips You Need Ireland Travel Rules & Regulations There are currently no restrictions in place for North Americans traveling to Ireland.Ireland travel restrictions and other requirement are found here. In Case of Cancellation Read and understand cancellation policies on everything from flights and transportation to tours and accommodations before booking. If booking with a credit card be aware of the cancellation coverage you may have with that card. I highly recommend purchasing travel insurance if you book tickets our tours that don't allow 100% refund if cancelled. And always if you are booking a tour package (and not necessarily the one the company offers). 2026 Looks like Another Busy Year from Travel to Ireland from North America Irish tourism numbers showed that tourism from Europe into Ireland was down, but numbers from North America remained steady. From my perspective things are already looking busy, especially in the months of May, late August, and September. (The shoulder season is the new high season.) More Direct Flights to Ireland in 2026 Aer Lingus, Ireland's flagship airline is adding 2 new US routes in 2026, bringing the total to 18 routes from Dublin!This is important because Aer Lingus is considered a ‘budget' carrier. And when budget carriers enter a market, US based airlines will drop rates to compete.

Dr. Camille U. Adams joins Let's Talk Memoir for a conversation about generations of mothers choosing to unmother their children, colonial violence in Trinidad and Tobago, stifling relationships, cognitive dissonance, finding the psychological, emotional, and geographical distance we need, narcissism and the golden child, not wanting to tell the story we ultimately find a way to tell, being a poet first, retracting and pulling back to get close to ourselves and write, exigence in memoir, going no contact with family, cocooning ourselves, finding support systems that work, getting into literary magazines, how content creates form, and her 300-page poem How To Be Unmothered: a Trinidadian memoir. Info/Registration for Ronit's 10-Week Memoir Class Memoir Writing: Finding Your Story https://www.pce.uw.edu/courses/memoir-writing-finding-your-story   Also in this episode: -the narcissist's nest -using elements of fiction -trusting yourself   Books mentioned in this episode: -Thick and Other Essays by Dr. Tressie McMillam Cottom -Ordinary Girls by Jaquira Diaz -Brother, I'm Dying by Edwidge Danticat -Men We Reaped by Jesmyn Ward -The Dragon Can't Dance by Earl Lovelace -The Hurting Kind by Ada Limon   Dr. Camille U. Adams is a writer from Trinidad and Tobago. Camille is the author of the memoir, How To Be Unmothered: a Trinidadian memoir, released August 2025 with Restless Books. Her manuscript was recognised as a finalist in the Restless Books Prize in New Immigrant Writing 2023. Camille earned her MFA in Poetry from City College, CUNY and a Ph.D. in Creative Nonfiction from FSU. She has been awarded Best of The Net - nonfiction 2024, and has received five Pushcart Prize nominations, three Best of the Net nominations, and recognition for a notable essay in Best American Essays 2022. Among Camille's awarded fellowships is an inaugural Tin House Reading Fellowship, an inaugural Granta nature writing workshop fellowship, an inaugural Anaphora Arts Italy Writing Retreat Fellowship, a McKnight Doctoral Fellowship, a Community of Writers Erica Ellner Memorial Scholarship, and a Roots Wounds Words Fellowship. Additionally, Camille is a Tin House alum and has received support from Kenyon Writers Workshop, VONA, and others. She has served as a juried reader for Tin House for two consecutive years, as a CNF editor at Variant Lit, and as an assistant editor at Split Lip Magazine and at The Account. Camille currently lives in Brooklyn where she teaches and is hard at work on book two.    Connect with Camille: Website: www.camilleuadams.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camille_u_adams Twitter: https://x.com/camille_u_adams Threads: https://www.threads.com/@camille_u_adams Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/camilleuadams.bsky.social   – Ronit's writing has appeared in The Atlantic, The Rumpus, The New York Times, Poets & Writers, The Iowa Review, Hippocampus, The Washington Post, Writer's Digest, American Literary Review, and elsewhere. Her memoir WHEN SHE COMES BACK about the loss of her mother to the guru Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh and their eventual reconciliation was named Finalist in the 2021 Housatonic Awards Awards, the 2021 Indie Excellence Awards, and was a 2021 Book Riot Best True Crime Book. Her short story collection HOME IS A MADE-UP PLACE won Hidden River Arts' 2020 Eludia Award and the 2023 Page Turner Awards for Short Stories.  She earned an MFA in Nonfiction Writing at Pacific University, is Creative Nonfiction Editor at The Citron Review, and teaches memoir through the University of Washington's Online Continuum Program and also independently. She launched Let's Talk Memoir in 2022, lives in Seattle with her family of people and dogs, and is at work on her next book.   More about Ronit: https://ronitplank.com Subscribe to Ronit's Substack: https://substack.com/@ronitplank   Follow Ronit: https://www.instagram.com/ronitplank/ https://www.facebook.com/RonitPlank https://bsky.app/profile/ronitplank.bsky.social

Reggie Watts (comedian, musician) joins us to unpack simulation theory, psychedelics, AI, and Eastern mysticism. He and Rainn cover everything from Seattle's underground art scene to how John Hughes movies and existentialism shaped them. SPONSORS!

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Happy Tuesday rockaholics! Steve had a very unique New Years Eve!

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6pm: Video Guest – Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson // Katie Wilson, sworn in as Mayor on Friday, takes the helm of the City of Seattle after winning November’s election by 2011 votes // Seattle Police Officers Guild says city leadership directive halts open drug use arrests // Unpacking Katie Wilson’s first JCS interview as mayor // Enjoy your last look at John Curley 1.0… or is it 1.5?  JC 2.0 begins tomorrow

3pm: Video Guest – Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson // Katie Wilson, sworn in as Mayor on Friday, takes the helm of the City of Seattle after winning November’s election by 2011 votes // Seattle Police Officers Guild says city leadership directive halts open drug use arrests // Unpacking Katie Wilson’s first JCS interview as mayor // Enjoy your last look at John Curley 1.0… or is it 1.5?  JC 2.0 begins tomorrow

This year Rheannon is new to the candy cane game. Tamara is really leaning into the mini candy canes. There is a thing of too much sugar for the kids in her life, and what really is the appropriate amount of sugar before bed. After saying no one too many times, Tamara has bought a coin to flip instead. Now a coin will say no instead of Tamara having to say no. Rheannon thinks that she should invest in a weighted coin that always says no. Rheannon is sad that ski season is delayed, and the whole family is missing the sun at this point. Tamara has been enjoying good food living in Seattle. Rheannon ends the podcast with her concerns about facial hair that she os convinced smells like hot dogs. Let's just say that whether or not it is smoke and mirrors this episode goes downhill fast. 

There is no secret reason why the 49ers lost Saturday night. Seattle just beat them top to bottom

Tim Walz just stepped down from his re-election campaign in Minnesota, and the timing couldn't be more suspicious. This comes right as federal agents descend on Minneapolis investigating up to $9 billion in daycare fraud—with shocking connections to Seattle's Somali community. We're talking 2,000 federal agents, citizen journalists knocking on doors finding "daycares" with no children, and a money trail that allegedly spans from Seattle to Minneapolis to Somalia. Walz claims he can't focus on campaigning while dealing with the fraud scandal, but if he's not guilty, why quit now? Meanwhile, Washington Governor Bob Ferguson and Attorney General Nick Brown are scrambling to protect the same suspicious daycare networks here in Seattle, even proposing legislation to shield providers from "harassment"—aka investigative journalism. We dive into the Seattle-Minneapolis connection, the $20 million cash flights, the convicted bribery attempt involving a Seattle resident, and why Democrats are screaming about "targeting" when conservatives are simply asking: where are the children and where did our tax dollars go? Is Washington next for a federal crackdown? What do you think—coincidence or coordinated fraud? Drop your thoughts below, and if you're tired of your tax dollars funding potential terrorism and welfare scams, hit that subscribe button and share this everywhere.

In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs continue discussing the San Francisco 49ers losing the bid for the No. 1 seed. In particular, they discuss the powerful nature of Seattle's defense.

Ian takes us through some numbers that show how financially important sports are to this city. Mike Macdonald did Seattle more than just a sports favor by winning on Saturday. How high is Macdonald's ceiling as a coach? Also, who do want to see coming to Seattle in the divisional round? For Ian, it doesn't even matter. Chris Crawford, My oh Why joins to give us an update on the moves the Mariners made over the last week, as they've flown under the radar with all of the football frenzy. Chris takes a look ahead to what this team looks like in 2026. What moves do they still need to make and what reunion potentially lurks in the future. The Daily Power Play! The Kraken are red hot after a tough spot in their schedule. Ian previews Seattle's matchup with the Bruins. Are they a playoff team? John Lund, Unleashed! John laments the 49ers loss to the Seahawks. While San Francisco was dealing with injuries throughout the season, it's not like Seattle wasn't. What does the Niners matchup look like this weekend? BREAKING: John Harbaugh is out in Baltimore. Checking in on the Text Line! Crosstalk with Softy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh Millen, Hardcore Football! What a weekend of football, can Hugh sit back and relax to watch the games this weekend? Probably not. How much does the volume of the 12s impede on the defense, as much as the players love the way it messes with the opposing offense? Hugh tells us what he's rooting for this weekend. Finally, while we saw some great drafts and acquisitions this year, there are some little moves that made all the difference. Hugh Millen continues with Ian to break down the Seahawks' defense in Saturday's game. He also shares his thoughts on Pete Carroll's firing in Las Vegas today. Hugh Millen wraps things up with an evaluation of Seattle's run game as we saw it yesterday. Finally, what did he see from Sam Darnold? He did well at the things he was asked to do, while he also wasn't asked to do too much. Mike Sando, The Athletic has a grasp on all things going on throughout the league on this Black Monday - did any of the moves surprise them? He reacts to Raheem Morris' firing, as well as Pete Carroll's one and done year in Vegas. He gives thought on the rest the moves around the league and what it tells him about the respective teams who made them. Checking in on the Text Line! Crosstalk with Softy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Being a movie buff in Seattle feels a little… unsettled right now. That’s because there’s been a lot of changes at SIFF, the Seattle International Film Festival, which has been the vanguard when it comes to all things movies. The organization announced Monday, it was undergoing an organizational restructuring, including some layoffs. This follows a somewhat tumultuous year for SIFF. For more, we're joined by... GUESTS: Chase Hutchinson, critic and freelance reporter, who often covers SIFF for the Seattle Times RELATED LINK: SIFF announces more layoffs, organizational restructuring | The Seattle Times 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.

There are plenty of headwinds affecting affordable housing construction and maintenance right now. Building costs are going up, and federal funding is uncertain. Affordable housing providers in Seattle and beyond have struggled as COVID-era rent subsidies disappeared. Colleen Echohawk has been thinking about these issues a lot. She is the new CEO of Community Roots Housing, a Public Development Authority that manages over 2,300 affordable housing units in Seattle. They’re set to open more units in 2026, so we spoke to her about her plans for the organization. Echohawk is also a member of the transition team for Mayor Katie Wilson, co-chairing the a group working on affordable housing and community needs. Guest Colleen Echohawk, CEO, Community Roots Housing Related Links Seattle’s affordable housing industry is in crisis. The city faces tough choices - The Seattle Times (June 2025) Seattle doubles bailout for ailing affordable housing sector - The Seattle Times (December 4th, 2025)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 NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The No. 1 seeds for the NFL playoffs are Seattle and Denver - which franchise in our geographic footprint is followed the most in the Treasure Valley (or is it the 49ers? Raiders?), six former Boise State players have reached the NFL postseason but can one of them break the Jay Ajayi Drought (last Boise State player to play in/win a Super Bowl), how is coach Spencer Danielson handling the offseason for Boise State football, Bob recaps the Boise State-San Diego State overtime thriller in Bronco Focus, Weekend Winners & LosersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brady is back after the holidays for a full episode as we're officially into 2026.First, the Mariners and the Seahawks are operating on similar season arcs and it's been awesome to watch for Seattle sports fans. Next, the Mariners are making some very big bets heading into 2026, as of now, and we discuss why they need to be right.Then, we're joined by Jordan Shusterman of Yahoo! Sports. Do we have any worries about Andres Munoz?And remember, head to MarinersRoundtable.com and JOIN our FREE community to be eligible to win some Refuse to Lose podcast swag.

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: Gearing up for the Month(s) of Hell on I-5 // David Fahrenthold on the arrest of Nicolas Maduro and the cuts made by DOGE in 2025 // Leland Vittert on the arrest of Nicolas Maduro // Charlie Commentary on getting tough on shoplifters // Scott MacFarlane on the trial of Nicolas Maduro and January 6th // Gee Scott on dating in Seattle

Nicolás Maduro captured by U.S. troops in Venezuela. What's next for the Trump administration internationally? Secretary of State Marco Rubio lays out the future for Venezuela. Maduro and his wife are headed to court. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) is ready to replace the leaders of multiple countries. "The warmth of collectivism" is on display as Zohran Mamdani is inaugurated as the new mayor of New York City. Seattle inaugurates its own communist mayor. So much fraud, and it's not just in Minneapolis. 00:00 Pat Gray UNLEASHED! 00:22 Nicolás Maduro is OUT! 04:55 Russia is Mad??? 08:07 China in Venezuela?! 09:18 Hugo Chávez Mausoleum Bombed 11:17 Harry Sisson "Schools" Trump Supporters 13:20 Venezuela Celebrates its Freedom 14:26 Venezuelan Family's Reaction to Maduro's Ousting 18:07 President Trump on the Monroe Doctrine A.K.A. "Donroe Doctrine" 19:51 Venezuela STOLE From the U.S. 21:32 Maduro on the Move 23:12 President Trump on the Future of Venezuelan Oil 25:08 Mike Lee Comments on Venezuela 25:57 Donald Trump Asked about Ousting Dictators 26:44 Why is Venezuela Part of "America First"? 33:52 Marco Rubio Explains Maduro's Arrest 36:29 Marco Rubio on NBC News Discussing Venezuelan Oil 38:02 Lindsey Graham on Drug Nations 42:02 Trump NEEDS Greenland! 45:43 New Polls about Venezuela Takeover 56:02 Zohran Mamdani is the New Mayor of NYC 59:33 Zohran Mamdani's Nazi Salute 1:00:01 Zohran Mamdani's New Fire Chief Lillian Bonsignore 1:01:18 Zohran Mamdani's New City Attorney Ramzi Kassem 1:01:49 Bread & Roses Socialist Anthem at NYC Inauguration 1:08:28 Venezuelans Celebrating Everywhere!!! 1:12:20 New Communist Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson 1:14:06 Fat Five 1:25:57 Heavily Redacted Epstein Files 1:26:57 Update on J6 Pipe Bomb Suspect 1:27:15 Somali Fraud Chart 1:29:00 Somali Fraud in Minnesota 1:32:03 Somali Community being Harassed? 1:33:59 Somali Mom Freaks Out Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While the Talking Feds team is on holiday break, we are re-airing a roundtable conversation with Steve Adler, then-mayor of Austin; Jenny Durkan, then-mayor of Seattle; and Bill Peduto, the former long-time mayor of Pittsburgh. This special topical episode focuses on municipal government and the mayors who run it. The first year of Trump 2.0 has brought to the forefront the clash between federal and state authority. But it's at the municipal level that the potholes and garbage pickups hit the road, and an American ideal of representative democracy is most in play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

RUNDOWN   Mitch and Hotshot react to the Seahawks' latest statement win and the stunning reality that a team widely projected to finish under .500 now sits two home wins away from the Super Bowl. They break down why this run feels different from past Seahawks contenders, examine the favorable NFC landscape, and agree there's only one opponent that truly scares them: the Rams. Ray Roberts explains why the Seahawks' ability to run between the tackles and control tempo was the true difference in their win over San Francisco, giving the offense "the remote control" of the game. He details how Mike Macdonald's defense shut down Brock Purdy by eliminating explosive plays, dominating tackles, and keeping constant pressure, while also addressing the benefits and risks of Seattle's first-round bye as they sit two home wins from the Super Bowl. Brady Henderson and Jackson Bevens join Mitch to break down Seattle's 13–3 dismantling of the 49ers, a game that felt like a blowout long before the final whistle. They credit Mike Macdonald's defense for completely erasing Brock Purdy and Kyle Shanahan's offense, while the Seahawks' run-heavy attack controlled tempo and time of possession. The conversation turns to expectations that now come with the No. 1 seed, health heading into the divisional round, and whether any NFC team — Rams included — can realistically challenge Seattle at Lumen Field. Rick Neuheisel joins Mitch to explain how the College Football Playoff quarterfinals exposed the new reality of college football, from Miami's physical formula to Indiana's suffocating defense and Oregon's offensive limitations. He unpacks the NIL and transfer-portal frenzy surrounding stars like Trinidad Chambliss, predicts massive seven-figure payouts for elite quarterbacks, and calls the current system "absolute craziness" headed for a reset.   GUESTS   Ray Roberts | Former Seahawks offensive lineman; Seahawks Radio Network analyst Brady Henderson | Seahawks Insider, ESPN Jacson Bevens | Writer, Cigar Thoughts Rick Neuheisel | CBS College Football Analyst, Former Head Coach & Rose Bowl Champion, Head Coach Dallas Renegades (UFL)   TABLE OF CONTENTS   0:00 | Seahawks surge into Super Bowl contention as surprise NFC powerhouse — but one matchup still looms large. 16:10 | Seahawks dominate 49ers with elite defense and punishing run game in statement win at Santa Clara. 39:24 | GUEST: Ray Roberts; Ray Roberts breaks down Seahawks' physical dominance, elite defense, and Super Bowl–ready mindset after silencing the 49ers. 1:12:10 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table; Seahawks clinch NFC's top seed as dominant defense, punishing run game, and composure separate contenders from pretenders. 1:40:24 | GUEST: Rick Neuheisel; Neuheisel dives into CFP chaos, NIL madness, and why Indiana and Ole Miss are built to crash college football's old order. 2:05:00 | Other Stuff Segment: College Football Playoff Final Four, Indiana's dominance, Ole Miss upsetting Georgia, Miami upsetting Ohio State, Trinidad Chambliss eligibility and NIL bidding war, Lane Kiffin grocery basket incident, Washington transfer portal departures, DeMon Williams NIL deal and return to UW, Tiger Woods 50th birthday and Champions Tour eligibility, Rachel Uchitel wedding, USC–Notre Dame rivalry potentially ending, Lenny Dykstra arrest controversy, Tom Bodett and Motel 6 lawsuit settlement, Philip Rivers comeback reflection RIPs: Isaiah Whitlock (Actor — The Wire, Da 5 Bloods), Brigitte Bardot (French actress, global sex symbol), Melanie Watson Bernhardt (Actress — Diff'rent Strokes) Headlines Segment: German man sets Guinness record with over 11,000 snow globes, Scientists discover strange lemon-shaped planet that could "sour" your mood, Dating site grows for men with the world's smallest penis, Government releases list of the 25 worst items removed from people's bodies in 2025

The guys unpack the Steelers' insane win over the Ravens to clinch a playoff spot, including helmet malfunctions, missed kicks, and Aaron Rodgers turning back the clock. They then preview the playoff field, celebrate the Seahawks' rise to the top of the NFC, and talk through Texans-Steelers, Niners-Eagles, and all the weirdness heading into the postseason. (00:00) Intro (02:48) ‘Sunday Night Football': Ravens-Steelers (26:34) Seahawks-49ers (41:38) Bucs-Panthers (46:44) Falcons-Saints (50:17) Bears-Packers (53:52) Jaguars-Bills (01:06:24) Oppenheimer Award (01:20:03) Stat of the Year (01:31:47) Intrusive Thoughts (01:40:35) Fart or Shart? (01:45:09) Ick of the Week (01:50:12) Worst Play Discord link: https://discord.gg/Ge8bbYHrau Check out the 2025 Ringer Fantasy Football Rankings: https://fantasyfootball.theringer.com/ Email us! ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.com The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck Producers: Kai Grady, Carlos Chiriboga, and Cameron Dinwiddie “Arcade”: NSYBBH8ONNLKC7H4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Minnesota Vikings season has come to an end at 9-8 after beating the Green Bay Packers 16-3. Welcome to the offseason Minnesota Vikings fans. It appears all options are on the table for the Minnesota Vikings at QB heading into 2026. BUT, did the Minnesota Vikings miss their shot at winning a Super Bowl this year when they let Sam Darnold sign with Seattle? Leighton believes so, and he makes his point to the Before I Die crew. Who is Quarterbacking the Vikings in 2026? J.J. McCarthy, Mac Jones, Joe Burrow? All that and more!0:00 - The Minnesota Vikings 2025 season is over. 3:15 – happy for Harrison Smith and C.J. Ham5:00 – More J.J. McCarthy injury talk12:30 – A quick look ahead to the NFL draft.22:17 – Did Vikings miss shot at this years Super Bowl by not keeping Sam Darnold?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.