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Highlights - Seattle’s Morning News w/ Dave Ross & Colleen O'Brien

Dave Ross and Colleen O’Brien bring you the day’s most important news stories every weekday. Along with Chris Sullivan on traffic and KIRO 7 TV’s Nick Allard, it’s everything you need to get your day started right. 
May 18, 2024

Is a taco a sandwich?

Everyone had points to share after an Indiana judge recently ruled that a taco is considered a sandwich.   (03:17)
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May 12, 2024

CBC Tech Contributor Ian Sherr: Who’s afraid of little old TikTok?

Why did President Joe Biden, with the overwhelming support of Congress, place a nine-month choke hold on TikTok? That’s the question to which few know the answer, but could ...   (05:43)
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May 10, 2024

Could Mount Rainier shift back to its original name?

KIRO Newsradio historian Feliks Banel told Colleen O'Brrien he thinks the change is going to happen "in our lifetime."   (08:33)
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May 10, 2024

Opera known for catchy music, humor shines in Seattle

It's an opera whose music is so catchy it's been featured in everything from movies to cartoons ... and remains popular more than 100 years after it was written.   (04:24)
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May 7, 2024

Hosts talk about the Met Gala

KIRO Newradio hosts joke about starting their own Met Gala.   (06:42)
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May 6, 2024

Gov. Kristi Noem’s new book includes alleged meetings with dictators, dead dogs

Gov. Kristi Noem said she included a story of shooting her 14-month-old dog due to it being untrainable in her book because she’s tired of inauthentic politicians. But on&nb...   (03:39)
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May 4, 2024

Colleen O'Brien: Supreme Court grapples with Idaho abortion ban

In 2022, the right to abortion care was struck down and that's why we now find ourselves covering Supreme Court cases involving state laws around abortion.   (14:04)
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April 23, 2024

Markovich: Elected officials need accountability for their ‘generosity’ with our tax dollars

When King County dug into its pocket and pulled out $2 million dollars last week to help house dozens of asylum seekers and refugees in Tukwila – I took pause.   (02:38)
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April 20, 2024

Nat Henry and his Neighborhood Walkability Maps

Nat Henry and his Neighborhood Walkability Maps   (08:05)
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April 3, 2024

Micki Gamez: UW star makes it big through NIL

Micki Gamez: UW star makes it big through NIL    (06:21)
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March 28, 2024

Herb Weisbaum: Ways to save at the grocery store

Herb Weisbaum: Ways to save at the grocery store   (09:53)
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March 22, 2024

Colleen O'Brien: Oncologist speaks on history of women's health

March is Women's History Month which comes with a lot of celebration for the achievements and advancements made by women. However, society has a long way to go when it comes to treating females as equally important as their male counterparts.   (09:10)
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March 22, 2024

Easter prices

The high price of Eastering   (04:05)
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March 21, 2024

Weekend revelry roundup: Cherry Blossoms, Ballet and more pop culture cons

If you aren't glued to the TV for the big dance hoping that your bracket won't bust, there's still lots to do this weekend! Nonsequitor is a Seattle non profit that puts on an exp...   (03:50)
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March 14, 2024

Weekend revelry roundup: Sunshine, St. Patrick's Day, Seattle Reign

The sun is OUT, the temperatures are UP. A real good weekend is shaping up in the region   (03:50)
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March 9, 2024

Colleen O'Brien: Can you ace this quiz on consumer protection knowledge?

ConsumerMan Herb Weisbaum joined Seattle's Morning News. With service bell in hand and our shows' producer David Burbank ready with the wrong-answer buzzer, Chris Sullivan, Micki ...   (06:59)
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March 8, 2024

Colleen O'Brien: Sen. Karen Keiser explains why this is the time to retire

Another long-serving Washington lawmaker, Democratic state Sen. Karen Keiser, announced this week she will not run for re-election. Colleen spoke to Keiser about her life, career and more.   (08:14)
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March 8, 2024

Colleen O'Brien: Doctor says you 'need meat' for mental health to thrive

We talk a lot about how food choices affect your physical health, but what about your mental health? Dr. Georgia Ede is a Harvard-trained nutritional and metabolic psychiatrist wh...   (08:24)
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March 7, 2024

Whimsical weekend roundup: Seattle offers dancing, drinks, art, movies

The weekend is almost here yet again and it is time to get out and enjoy some fun in the Pacific Northwest this weekend.   (04:00)
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March 1, 2024

Colleen O'Brien: Rep. Wilcox explains why he's quitting the legislature

After 14 years in the state legislature, 2nd District Representative J.T. Wilcox is resigning. He stated that younger leadership needs to take over and that he's tired of his coll...   (09:42)
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March 1, 2024

Redfin interview on climate aspects of homebuying

Redfin interview on climate aspects of homebuying   (07:40)
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March 1, 2024

Weekend revelry roundup: Comic Con and the Sounders Return

Yes that's right it is Friday yet again and my oh my is there plenty of things to do this weekend.  Emerald City Comic Con is underway and tickets are still on sale for Today...   (03:55)
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February 29, 2024

Climate plays role in homebuying

Climate plays role in homebuying  Daryl Fairweather, Redfin    (07:41)
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February 28, 2024

Holden: Emerald City Comic Con's guest lineup 'biggest one I've seen'

Don't be alarmed if you see space bounty hunters, elves, superheroes, and more walking the streets of downtown Seattle this weekend. Emerald City Comic Con (ECCC) has returned! I ...   (05:52)
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February 23, 2024

Weekend revelry roundup: Film Fests, Beer Fests, and a new YoYo Champion

Our weekly recap of things to do in our region, the Weekend revelry roundup!        (04:41)
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February 22, 2024

Overcoming depression in older people

Overcoming depression in older people    (08:26)
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February 19, 2024

Heather Bosch on the child care crisis in Washington

KIRO Newsradio's Heather Bosch reports on the growing problem of helping Washington parents cope with the rising costs of child care.   (10:17)
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February 16, 2024

Allyson Chiu: Seafood fraud, what is it and how to avoid it

Washington Post climate reporter Allyson Chiu joins Seattle's Morning News to talk about seafood fraud: what it is, how rampant the problem has become nationally, and how to avoid falling prey to schemes.   (07:28)
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February 15, 2024

Angela Poe Russell on love lives on TV and in real life

As dating shows have expanded, it made Angela wonder what our love life is like in reality, like our actual life. The bottom line is things don’t seem such a fairy tale or even straightforward.   (03:57)
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February 15, 2024

Weekend revelry roundup: Fry Fest, BE Great and more Lunar New Year Celebrations

The weekend is here yet again and no cold weather is going to keep you stuck in the house right? Prep for the Oscars with the Siff Cinema in Uptown Seattle, as the theater is show...   (03:44)
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February 15, 2024

The Northwest Flower and Garden Festival

The Northwest Flower and Garden Festival is underway and the theme, of course, is spring. Attendees will be able to see some incredible garden displays, over 20 of them. Paul Holden got to take a tour.   (05:13)
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February 14, 2024

Gee Scott: The dos and don'ts of Valentines Day

Seattle's Morning News relationship consultant, with a PhD in romance. Gee Scott joined the show to talk the dos and don'ts of Valentines Day.   (05:25)
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February 9, 2024

This Weekend's Activities

This Weekend's Activities    (03:32)
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February 9, 2024

Weekend Activities

Paul Holden   (05:06)
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February 3, 2024

Interview: University of Washington virologist Dr. Keith Jerome

Dr. Jerome, who has helped us understand COVID-19 and other viral illnesses since the start of the pandemic. He notes the latest Latest COVID-19 variant is escaping natural immunity.   (09:14)
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February 3, 2024

Interview: Dr. Judson Brewer, author of "The Hunger Habit"

How the 'Clean Plate Club' ruined us all: Dave and Colleen interviewed Dr. Judson Brewer, author of "The Hunger Habit."  "People trying to use willpower to change eating habi...   (11:40)
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February 2, 2024

Rep. Tana Senn on Childcare bills

Rep. Tana Senn on Childcare bills    (12:19)
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February 2, 2024

Weekend revelry roundup (Feb. 2): Tasty treats, strange brews, more

We've got another weekend full of fun stuff to do in Seattle. Kicking things off is a busy Friday full of tasty treats and funky beats.   (05:17)
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January 26, 2024

All Over The Map: Meet me in ... West Edge?

Here at "All Over The Map," we obsess over official names for places, and even more over the unofficial nicknames that, for some reason or another, stick – or don’t st...   (05:37)
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January 25, 2024

Michael Woody from Visit Seattle on Seattle's bounceback

"What we saw in terms of visitation we had over 33 million people that came and visited Seattle during (2023)," Senior Vice President of Community Engagement and Public Affairs Michael Woody said on Jan. 25.   (09:48)
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January 19, 2024

Herb Weisman, The Consumer Man

Herb Weisman, The Consumer Man   (06:58)
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January 19, 2024

Matt Markovich on the battle over gas prices

Matt Markovich on the battle over gas prices    (09:00)
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January 19, 2024

Jancee Dunn

Jancee Dunn   (08:48)
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January 13, 2024

Rep. Monica Stonier

Democratic Rep. Monica Stonier on the Climate Commitment Act and other state topics   (08:17)
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January 12, 2024

Rob McKenna

Rob McKenna   (03:26)
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January 12, 2024

Nikhil Bagga

Nikhil Bagga   (04:44)
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January 12, 2024

Rep. Monica Stonier

Rep. Monica Stonier   (13:14)
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January 5, 2024

Cory Joyce, Guemes Island Hero

There's a local barge operator who is being hailed a hero by the residents of Guemes Island in the San Juans. His name? Cory Joyce.   (06:37)
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January 5, 2024

WA State Democratic House Majority Leader Joe Fitzgibbon

The 2024 Legislative Session begins on Monday, January 8th. One of the tasks lawmakers will tackle is figuring out how to spend the excess revenue from the Climate Commitment Act. The tax on polluters brought in about $940 Million dollars   (06:11)
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January 5, 2024

Washington House Republican, Representing the 2nd Legislative District, Andrew Barkis

We have a few crusades on Seattle's Morning News: I want the Ship Canal Bridge to look less like a patchwork quilt, Sully would like every driver to learn how to zipper merge, and...   (02:09)
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January 5, 2024

Gov. Jay Inslee defends Climate Commitment Act

Gov. Jay Inslee   (09:49)
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December 14, 2023

Michael Jackson musical star: This role is a 'dream come true'

As the Tony award-winning production "MJ the Musical" plays at Seattle's Paramount Theater, its star talks about what it's like to play Michael Jackson: a talented yet controversial icon.   (02:52)
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December 11, 2023

Franz: Voters want results 'more than ever' in race for 6th District

Franz announced in November that she is dropping out of the race for the next governor of Washington state and instead will be running to represent the 6th Congressional District.   (07:05)
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December 1, 2023

Madison Books owner talks holiday book gifts, and shopping small buinesses

Holiday shopping is underway, and this week, with Travis Mayfield filling in for Dave Ross, Travis invited the owner of his favorite book store, Madison Books, onto the show to give us some solid book suggestions.   (07:57)
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December 1, 2023

Sen. McEwen talks about the future of the Republican party

"When I ran for my state house seat in 2012, my seat had not been held by a Republican since 1932," MacEwen said. "What we've seen is a trend on the Olympic Peninsula."   (07:39)
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December 1, 2023

Sen. Randall calls for federal funding for Washington ferries

In our live interview with Senator Randall, we asked a number of questions, including if the district has the stomach for another Democrat   (10:41)
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November 29, 2023

Jill Schlesinger, CBS Business Correspondent, on charitable giving

Jill Schlesinger, CBS Business Correspondent, on charitable giving   (07:04)
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November 21, 2023

Turning the Constitution on itself

Turning the Constitution on itself    (03:30)
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November 16, 2023

Politics is war by other means

Politics is war by other means   (03:17)
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November 14, 2023

The Zipper Merge song

Celebrate the new I-90 meters with the Zipper Merge song    (02:46)
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November 14, 2023

KIRO Newsradio's Sam Campbell on the picket line with Providence nurses

Sam interviews a Providence nurse about issues surrounding the strike    (07:09)
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November 13, 2023

Dave Ross Commentary: Jason Myers thrives under pressure after game winner

The game-winning field goal has to be one of the most nerve-wracking plays in all of sports. Because all eyes are on one guy. And if my blood pressure’s going up just watching on TV – what must it be like for him?   (03:27)
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November 13, 2023

Dave Ross Commentary: Jason Myers game-winning kick audio

Play-by-play broadcast of the Jason Myers' game-winning field goal against the Washington Commanders   (01:11)
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November 9, 2023

Volunteer for Disabled Veterans

To celebrate Veteran's Day, SMN examines opportunities to help disabled veterans.   (08:35)
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October 31, 2023

Teen crime on the increase in the PNW

King Country Prosecutor Lisa Manion and Kent Police Chief Rafael Padilla   (10:15)
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October 27, 2023

Feliks Banel on Stories in Place

Feliks Banel on Stories in Place    (04:56)
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October 6, 2023

Rep. Derek Kilmer (D-Wash.) on what's next for Congress

Rep. Derek Kilmer (D-Wash.) on what's next for Congress   (07:24)
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September 29, 2023

Should Senator Bob Menedez Resign?

The charges against New Jersey Senator Bob Menedez seem pretty damning, are they enough to get him to resign? We discuss with former Attorney General Rob Mckenna.   Brought to you by Madrona Financial Services      (13:08)
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September 22, 2023

Joseph Comings recounts the harrowing story of his assault and robbery earlier in the week

Feliks Banel on yesterday's fentanyl panel for the Downtown Seattle Association // Feliks Banel with All Over The Map - A gigantic vintage carousel heads east Margaret Brennan o...   (48:37)
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July 21, 2023

Pacific Science Center wants public input on plans for iconic courtyard and pools

Earlier this year, the Pacific Science Center angered local historic preservationists when they floated the idea of partially filling in the reflecting pools in the courtyard of ...   (07:27)
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July 21, 2023

All Over The Map: Who was the 'Paine' of Paine Field?

Resident historian Feliks Banel join's Seattle's Morning News to discuss Paine Field in Everett adding  "Seattle" to its name this week – becoming Seattle Paine Field International Airport.    (05:10)
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July 12, 2023

'Forever chemicals' found in clothing could be making us sick

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July 6, 2023

Buttigieg: High growth in WA means 'infrastructure needs to keep up'

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June 8, 2023

Bellevue kids follow in father's footsteps, now they are firefighters together

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May 11, 2023

Pagliacci Pizza starts drone delivery service in 2024

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May 2, 2023

Inslee: 'There's cause for optimism' in a special session to pass a new drug law

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April 25, 2023

'Lots of concerns' as President Biden announces bid for re-election

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March 21, 2023

Feliks and Dave discuss what to do with Memorial Stadium

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February 24, 2023

Nicole Jennings talks with a Ukrainian refugee family

On the one-year anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, KIRO Newsradio reporter Nicole Jennings speaks with a Ukrainian refugee family who found a new home in Everett.    (06:37)
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January 23, 2023

Mayor Harrell talks downtown Seattle

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December 28, 2022

Micki Gamez's journey back to Seattle after her flight was canceled in Vegas

Micki Gamez had quite the journey back home to Seattle after her connecting flight was canceled in Las Vegas.   (07:33)
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December 12, 2022

What on earth is "The Great Big KIRO Newsradio Holiday Special?"

Feliks Banel joins the Seattle's Morning News team to explain why YOU should tune in LIVE to KIRO Newsradio on Tuesday night! More info here about The Great Big Holiday Special he...   (06:52)
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December 8, 2022

Micki Gamez talks Royals documentary and how to deal with loneliness

Micki Gamez talks Royals documentary and how to deal with loneliness   (06:37)
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December 6, 2022

NY Times weighs in on Georgia Senate Race among other issues

NY Times investigative reporter David Fahrenthold weighs in on Georgia Senate Race among other issues   (05:45)
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December 2, 2022

Feliks Banel discusses the discovery of a historic sunken ship that was lost 150 years ago

Feliks Banel discusses the discovery of a historic sunken ship that was lost 150 years ago   (07:57)
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December 2, 2022

Feliks Banel on the discovery of a secret Seattle observatory

Feliks Banel on the discovery of a secret Seattle observatory   (05:28)
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November 28, 2022

Oregon couple births twins using 30 year old embryos with Micki Gamez

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November 17, 2022

Anniversary: November 1955 Burien Airliner Crash

On Seattle's Morning News November 19, 2015, Feliks talks about a small grocery store's location, and how it sits on the spot an airliner full of American soldiers headed home for Thanksgiving in 1955 suddenly fell from the sky.   (05:29)
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November 16, 2022

Martin Flemming, author of Breakthrough: A Growth Revolution

Martin Flemming, author of Breakthrough: A Growth Revolution joins us to talk about the book and the National Association for Business Economists' TEC2022 conference in Seattle. H...   (08:30)
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September 21, 2022

New ‘Empire Builder’ documentary is about more than just railroad history

After more than two decades of work, a new documentary about James J. Hill, the founder of the Great Northern Railway, will premiere online later this month. Hill, whose nickname ...   (08:11)
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September 16, 2022

All Over The Map: Volcano’s 'landscape starting to give back what it covered up in the 80s'

When Mount St. Helens erupted on May 18, 1980, 57 people died and dozens of square miles of the landscape were covered with ash and pumice. Now, more than 42 years later, the Fore...   (04:33)
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September 8, 2022

Queen for half a day: Seattle’s royal visit of 1983

On the blustery and rainy evening of March 7, 1983, a series of big and cheery bonfires were lit in public parks along the eastern shores of Puget Sound north of Seattle. The occa...   (06:55)
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August 19, 2022

All Over The Map: Plan a summer road trip to Washington’s historic drive-ins

With the Seahawks midway through the preseason and the Mariners continuing to tantalize with visions of a wildcard berth, there’s still time for a summer road trip to one of the...   (03:51)
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August 12, 2022

All Over The Map: Bluegrass festival in Toledo echoes with Northwest history

In Toledo, Washington, it’s time once again for the Mount Saint Helens Bluegrass Festival.   (04:21)
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July 22, 2022

Pokémon Go game director talks augmented reality as Seattle Center hosts live event

This year’s Pokémon GO fest kicked off in Emerald City on Friday, bringing event experiences to two parts of Seattle for game players alike.   (08:49)
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July 20, 2022

Even with thrilling '22, nothing will ever top the excitement of the ’95 Mariners

The Major League Baseball season is about to resume, and you’d have to be living under a rock to NOT know that the Mariners went into the All-Star break with a 14-game winning streak.   (09:04)
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July 6, 2022

Fire Lookout Museum is a priceless Northwest treasure

Wildfire season is here, and though – knock on tinder-dry wood – the Puget Sound area has not yet seen the flames and smoke of previous summers, there’s no question that con...   (09:38)
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July 1, 2022

All Over The Map: Local slogans and jingles are 'audio landmarks'

The little Elephant Car Wash sign may be made an official city landmark next week – but some local businesses that didn’t have neon had memorable jingles and slogan instead, and many endure as “audio landmarks.”   (05:43)
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July 1, 2022

KSEA is today’s beautiful music

Back when everyone’s favorite station was KIRO Newsradio 71 on the AM dial, our sister station on the FM side was KSEA 101, playing “beautiful music.” Listen all the way through to hear a tag by the legendary Terry Rose.   (01:30)
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July 1, 2022

Take a princess to sea, have a crumpet and tea!

The ocean liner Princess Marguerite sailed between Seattle and Victoria, BC for decades, and though the ship shipped out for good more than 30 years ago, the catchy theme song lives on. “She’s FERN aboard”?!   (01:15)
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