Les meilleurs podcasts K City Family (2024)

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Commissioner candidates debate over the future of public lands 35:01

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This year, few Washington races have grabbed as much attention as the one for Commissioner of Public Lands. The commissioner heads the state Department of Natural Resources, which oversees more than $450 million in revenue and more than 5.5 million acres of public land. The agency is in charge of wildfire preparedness, forest management, and the pr…

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What it takes for a local theater company to survive 50 years 24:45

11h ago24:45

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For decades, the Seattle Children’s Theatre has introduced young people from all over King County to the joy and wonder of live theater. You can take your little ones to their first play or musical like “Cat Kid Comic Club,” or maybe an interactive dance performance. There’s a lot going on there each year. It’s part of what makes the Children’s The…

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Jersey Shore: Family Vacation 53:18

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Podcaster Laylah Beattie joins Fionnuala to discuss Jersey Shore: Family Vacation. Get tickets to Top Of The Flops Live in Dublin - https://laughterlounge.com/products/top-of-the-flops-thursday-14th-november-2024 Get tickets to Top Of The Flops Live in Cork - https://triskelartscentre.ie/events/flop-culture-presents-top-of-the-flops/ Editing: Adam …

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Microsoft strikes deal to re-open Three Mile Island nuclear plant as energy needs grow 20:37

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Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island is the site of the worst commercial nuclear accident in U.S. history. The nuclear plant near Harrisburg officially closed in 2019, but now, Microsoft is making a deal to restart the facility and buy all of its electricity for the next 20 years. How likely is this to actually happen? And what does this say about the …

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Resisting Cop Cities and the Militarization of Policing 56:40

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What happens when the police become an army? Since 1997, the US Department of Defense has transferred more than $7.2bn in military equipment to law enforcement agencies. This militarization has, unsurprisingly, been shown to unjustly impact on Black communities and is associated with increased killings by police. The Police Public Safety Training C…

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After revising school closure plan, what's next for Seattle Public Schools? 13:16

19h ago13:16

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The Seattle School District is now planning to close just 5 schools next year. That’s down from the 21 possible closures the district had proposed earlier. The district has been teasing school closures for months as a part of its “Well Resourced Schools” plan. Seattle Schools faces a $94 million dollar budget deficit and Superintendent Brent Jones …

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How Seattle’s Palestinian community is marking one year since the Israel-Hamas war began 19:37

20h ago19:37

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Since Hamas militants attacked Southern Israel on October 7, taking roughly 1200 lives, and capturing hundreds of hostages, the Israeli military has responded with overwhelming force in Gaza. Bombs and other military actions have killed nearly 42,000 Palestinians, according to the Gaza Health Ministry. Most of the homes, businesses, schools and mos…

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How a housewife turned unlikely activist helped topple Argentina's military dictatorship 16:12

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How can personal tragedy inspire the most unlikely of people to become activists? This question is at the heart of Norita, a new documentary screening Oct. 8 at the Seattle Latino Film Festival. Norita takes a moving look at the life and journey of an Argentinian woman, Nora Cortiñas. She was a mother who became caught in the crosshairs of Argentin…

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From leashing to poop pick up, Dog trainers take on your etiquette questions 18:08

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The Seattle area gets a bad rap for its “frosty” social climate. But how can that be true when we live with so many “best friends”? Furry ones, at least. There are more dogs than children in the city. With all those canines sharing space, things can get a bit tense. Complaints run rampant about dog behavior in public, businesses that do or don’t al…

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How Seattle’s Jewish community is marking one year since Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack on Israel 19:43

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One year ago, Hamas militants killed about 1,200 people in southern Israel and took hundreds more hostage. Israel’s military response has killed more than 41-thousand Palestinians in Gaza. The Gaza Health Ministry says more than half were women and children. A second front has opened in southern Lebanon, where the Israeli military has been bombardi…

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The U.S. is in the midst of a gun violence crisis. Medical professionals at Harborview may hold the answers on how to end it 14:43

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In June, the U.S. Surgeon General, Vivek Murthy declared gun violence a public health crisis. "Gun violence has become the leading cause of death among kids and teens," Murthy said. "That was not true a decade or two decades ago, but it is true today." And like many other communities across the country – Seattle is feeling the ripple effects of thi…

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Chicago Way w/John Kass: Brandon Johnson is a disaster for CPS students

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Ditch Washington's Capital Gains Tax? The case for No on I-2109 25:58

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When you go to vote this November, it won’t just be for President or Governor. You’ll also be voting on a group of initiatives - and these things are complicated. So we’re breaking all of them down here on Soundside this election season. And this week, we’re turning to I-2109: aka, the measure that seeks to Repeal the Capital Gains Tax. Passed by t…

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Remembering Toby Quitsland 10:05

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness month -- a chance to educate people about the disease and the importance of high-quality care. Public awareness of breast cancer has greatly improved over the past few decades. For a long time, people diagnosed with the disease tended to keep their experiences to themselves. That’s why it was groundbreaking, 30 ye…

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X Factor Judges (with Nathan O'Reilly) 1:09:32

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FM104's Nathan O'Reilly joins Fionnuala to discuss X-Factor judges throughout the show's history - from the good, to the bad, to the floppy. See Flop Culture LIVE in Dublin and Cork! Get bonus content on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Editing: Adam Shanahan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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'The Adding Machine' asks if AI has a future in the theatre 14:56

8d ago14:56

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When tech companies began announcing advanced artificial intelligence systems like ChatGPT, there was widespread enthusiasm. AI was going to make mundane jobs more efficient; it was going to reshape entire industries and creative processes; and it was going to free up time for humans to do things that were, well, more human – things like creating a…

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Ditch Washington's Capital Gains Tax? The case for Yes on I-2109 26:58

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When you go to vote this November, it won’t just be for President or Governor. You’ll also be voting on a group of state initiatives - and they’re complicated. We’re breaking all of them down here on Soundside this election season. And this week, we’re turning to I-2109: aka, the measure that seeks to Repeal the Capital Gains Tax. Passed by the leg…

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Yakama Nation energy project hits a snag as utilities struggle with green energy expansion 12:34

9d ago12:34

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The Yakama Nation has found it nearly impossible to access $32 million in a promised federal grant for an irrigation canal conversion project. The initiative aims to transform old irrigation canals into a solar and small-scale hydropower system, which would lower electricity costs and conserve water in the Yakima Basin. U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell …

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A new KUOW investigation uncovers SPD's history of losing guns 8:59

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In October of 2019, an 18-year-old walked out of a Seattle police training building with an officer’s personal firearm. It was eventually recovered - but questions remained about how the teen was able to access the firearm in the first place, as well as the quality of security at the training facility. This isn’t the only time an SPD firearm has go…

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What to make of the Mariner's suboptimal season 28:51

9d ago28:51

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The 2024 Seattle Mariner's season wasn't just about disappointment, it was a story about fandom, money, masochism, and, sure, losing a 10 game lead in the AL West. We're breaking down the story lines and commiserating after a long season. Guests: Kate Preusser, managing editor of Lookout Landing and host of Meet at the Mitt podcast Danny O’Neil, au…

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Mayor Harrell looks to payroll expense tax to fix $250 million budget gap 16:57

10d ago16:57

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This budget cycle, the city is bracing for what could be a contentious debate over how to fund essential services and set priorities for the coming year. With an estimated $251 million dollar budget shortfall looming, how it will address that gap has become a pressing concern. Early last week, Mayor Bruce Harrell unveiled his office’s plan to tackl…

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'Seattle Eats with Tan Vinh' is bringing you the tastiest tidbits of the PNW 18:52

10d ago18:52

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It's time to set aside that uninspired sandwich, or soggy work-from-home salad. You’ll probably also want to cancel any lunch plans you have you have this week, because a new podcast from KUOW and The Seattle Times may convince you to try something new. Seattle Eats with Tan Vinh is helping listeners find the best bites in Seattle — and beyond. Sou…

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IAM 751 President Jon Holden gives a strike update 13:02

10d ago13:02

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The Boeing machinists’ strike is in its third week. On Friday, the company and the union were back at the negotiating table. This came after Boeing made another offer earlier in the week, its “Improved Best and Final” one. It was quickly rejected. There were criticisms that it didn’t go far enough. Also, that the company had disrespected the negoti…

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Chicago Way w/John Kass: Miranda Devine, ‘The Big Guy,’ and Kamala’s future

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Chicago Way w/John Kass (09/30/24): New York Post columnist Miranda Devine joins John Kass and Jeff Carlin to discuss her new book, The Big Guy: How a President and His Son Sold Out America about how the Biden Family has used their influence to manipulate the levers of power and enrich themselves. Plus, Kasso wonders if Obama’s fingerprints are on …

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Bop Or Flop - Katy Perry's '143' (with Conor Behan) [Patreon Preview] 8:59

14d ago8:59

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Broadcaster Conor Behan joins Fionnuala to discuss Katy Perry's latest album 143 - is it a bop or is it a flop? Get the full episode on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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From SeaTac to the public library, high-profile hacks are plaguing the region. Why? 15:10

14d ago15:10

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It’s been a tough few months for many local IT departments. Last week, hackers posted a handful of files stolen from SeaTac airport on the dark web. A ransomware gang is attempting to sell a trove of stolen Port of Seattle data for 6 million dollars in Bitcoin – after the Port refused to pay up. The cyber-attack a little over a month ago snarled tr…

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Christina Aguilera's 'Bionic' (with Conor Behan) 1:06:25

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Broacaster Conor Behan joins Fionnuala to discuss Christina Aguilera's sixth studio album, Bionic. Follow Conor on Instagram and Substack! See Flop Culture live in Dublin and Cork! Get bonus episodes on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Editing: Adam Shanahan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The legacy of capital punishment in Washington 15:31

15d ago15:31

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Washington state has officially closed the chamber where executions took place, marking the end of capital punishment here in the state. The journey to decommission this chamber involved a lot of moving parts across all branches of government. First, Governor Jay Inslee put a moratorium on executions in 2014, then the state Supreme Court declared t…

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ChatGPT: a useful study buddy, or cheating machine? Educators at the UW are trying to figure that out 12:09

15d ago12:09

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Classes at the University of Washington are back in full-swing. And as students try to find their classes, and figure out what to avoid at the dining hall – the university’s administration and faculty are trying to figure out their own conundrum: How to address artificial intelligence– chatbots like ChatGPT and Gemini. For some students and teacher…

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Hear it again: Ethical mushroom foraging 9:47

15d ago9:47

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As we step into fall, and back into the rain... we thought we'd revisit a segment from last year about MUSHROOMS... Mushroom foraging is a very popular pastime here in the Pacific Northwest. Our rainy climate helps a wide variety of the fungi thrive, as well as the community that collects them. After all, who doesn’t love a good mushroom? Producer …

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New study finds pandemic lockdowns prematurely aged teenage brains 14:57

16d ago14:57

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Everyone is a current, former, or future teenager. You probably know this period of life is an especially difficult time for kids. Throw in a deadly pandemic and the subsequent disruption of school and social life? It got a lot more complicated. And new research suggests COVID-19 lockdowns may have had lasting consequences for adolescent minds. In …

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Amid harmful lies about Haitian immigrants, members of the diaspora vow to tell their own story 15:04

16d ago15:04

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They’re repeated over and over in debates, speeches and media appearances during this presidential campaign: harmful lies about Haitian immigrants. Springfield, Ohio has been at the center of the fabrications. Former President Donald Trump and his running mate JD Vance have falsely asserted that Haitian immigrants are eating people’s pets. Despite …

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Seattle Public Schools pauses closure meetings 6:26

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Seattle Public Schools leadership is taking a minute to think. Earlier this month, the district released plans to potentially close almost two dozen elementary schools to shore up a budget gap. Unsurprisingly: many parents were not thrilled with the idea. Hundreds packed a school board meeting demanding the district reconsider. Now, Superintendent …

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Microsoft details increased Russian interference in the presidential election 13:38

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There are just a handful of weeks until the election, reports about outside interference from countries like Iran, China, and Russia are still popping up. Recently, Microsoft shared new findings about Russian efforts to interfere with the US presidential election, with a focus on the Harris-Walz campaign. This follows the tech giant’s announcement …

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How the director of 'All We Carry' went behind the headlines of the refugee crisis 21:28

17d ago21:28

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As candidates prepare to make their final pitch to voters ahead of the 2024 election, former president Donald Trump is once again using lies and hateful rhetoric about immigrants to fuel his pitch to voters. Trump has doubled down on falsehoods about Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, and claimed at a rally on Saturday that migrants are “atta…

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Chicago Way w/John Kass: Lessons in avoiding a Deep State takeover

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Chicago Way w/John Kass (09/23/24): Joining John Kass & Jeff Carlin this week is a retired American diplomat with over 30-years of experience advising the most powerful leaders in the world on security matters and who also happens to be John’s younger brother, Nicholas S. Kass. On the docket, Iranian-sponsored hacking of the Trump campaign, Israel’…

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Beyond the Ballot Box: On the Far Right with Mike Wendling 53:01

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This is episode 1 of ‘Beyond the Ballot Box' - our new mini-series exploring some of the major political currents in US politics. With the presidential election just around the corner, American politics is increasingly a focus of international attention as well. Electoralism, reproductive justice, the climate crisis, Palestine, a resurgent far righ…

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Initiative 2066: Why proponents say you should vote 'Yes' 23:30

21d ago23:30

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This election season we’re taking a dive into the big races and big initiatives on your ballot this November. This week we’re taking a look at Initiative 2066 – the "Natural Gas Policies Measure." For a quick refresher, this initiative aims to keep natural gas as a consumer option as building codes, state policies, and utility companies begin a piv…

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Katy Perry's Flop Era (with Tim Chadwick) 1:02:40

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Singer-songwriter Tim Chadwick joins Fionnuala to discuss Katy Perry's flop era - from the ill-fated Witness to the forgettable Smile. Plus, a debrief from Chappell Roan live in Dublin. Follow Tim on Instagram and TikTok! Tim's new album Pulverise is available wherever you get music! Here's the piece mentioned which talks about the psychology aroun…

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Seattle City Council approves 'loitering' penalties for prostitution and drug zones 24:51

22d ago24:51

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New criminal penalties for drug and prostitution-related crimes within some of Seattle's busiest areas are on the way. In an 8 to 1 decision, the Seattle City Council voted in favor of two ordinances on Tuesday, one creates “Stay Out Of Drug Area” zones – or “SODA” zones – in six areas of the city. A Seattle municipal court judge can now order peop…

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Initiative 2066: Why opponents say you should vote 'No' 20:56

22d ago20:56

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This election season we’re bringing you conversations on all of the statewide initiatives on this November’s ballot -- and this year, many of those initiatives have something to do with Washington’s ambitious goals to completely transition off of fossil fuels. Last week we heard about Initiative 2117, which would repeal a key part of Washington’s C…

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The Historical, Cultural and Traditional Roots of Natchitoches, Louisiana 40:41

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Discover the Historical, Cultural, and Traditional Roots of Louisiana's Oldest City on this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Go to Natchitoches” Podcast with K. Nicole Connell of the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau. Hear about the historic sites, movie locations, and fun fall festivals, events, and activities the whole family can enjoy! Fo…

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What can we learn from one man's experience with SODA? 29:17

23d ago29:17

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The Seattle City Council is preparing to take a final vote today on a pair of new laws that city attorney Ann Davison and some city council members say could help the city fight drug trafficking and prostitution. The SODA ordinance – stands for “Stay Out of Drug Areas.” It would create a new gross misdemeanor, punishable up to 364 days in jail, and…

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Human created noise hinders resident orcas' ability to hunt 13:13

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As humans have built skyscrapers, factories and highways around the Puget Sound, our environment has become much noisier, and not just terrestrially. Underwater, humans (and our large cargo ships) have a large sonic impact, too. New research suggests that cacophony is hurting the survival of some of the original inhabitants of the Salish Sea: South…

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How one complaint is changing accessibility at Washington state parks 9:11

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Washington state parks need to be more accessible to people with disabilities. That’s the conclusion from a U.S. Department of Justice investigation – which prompted a deal announced earlier this month to bring state parks into compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Guests: Laurel Demkovich, Washington State Standard reporter Syren Na…

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Bop Or Flop - Celebrity Apologies (with Karla K) [Patreon Preview] 5:08

24d ago5:08

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Karla K returns to discuss the best and worst celebrity apologies. Full episode on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The number of striking workers skyrocketed in 2023, what does that mean for Boeing machinists? 24:28

24d ago24:28

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33,000 Boeing factory workers walked off the job Friday, demanding higher wages and for the company to restore pensions. Most are based here in the Pacific Northwest. The overall labor landscape in the U.S. has changed significantly since the last machinists strike 2008 – nationally, union membership remains at historically low levels, but work sto…

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Hear It Again: Author Elise Hu on her new book and K-Beauty critique, 'Flawless' 22:08

24d ago22:08

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K-beauty is not a niche market. Built around dewy skin with no visible pores, big eyes, a thin body, it’s the “ideal” for pop stars, celebrities, and regular people across the world. The industry, built on Korean skincare and makeup products, is the result of “hallyu” — exporting of South Korean pop culture that the government has helped sponsor si…

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Celebrating "El Grito" through the Music of Mexico 4:30

24d ago4:30

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Today is Mexican Independence Day, and we’ve got a bit of a musical treat to take us out. Yesterday, Orquesta Northwest put on a concert at Town Hall Seattle, celebrating “El Grito” -- the day that father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla called for Mexicans to rise and fight for freedom. The concert was part of the Mexam NW Festival, which features dozens…

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Chicago Way w/John Kass: Are Democrats playing ‘Black people for fools?’ Pastor Corey Brooks says, yes

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Chicago Way w/John Kass (09/16/24): This week, Corey Brooks, the Founder and Senior Pastor at New Beginnings Church & the Founder/CEO of Project H.O.O.D, joins John Kass & Jeff Carlin to talk about why he thinks Democrats continue to ‘play Black people for fools‘ by convincing them to vote against leaders & legislation the would help their communit…

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