Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss the process ahead to select a new Seattle Police Chief, a "watch list" of major projects for...
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2022 Episode 13: Home-Based Businesses, New Tree Ordinance, SPD Hiring Bonus Proposal, and More
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss the Seattle City Council's plans to help home-based businesses and regulate arborists working...
2022 Episode 12: Delay on Third Ave. Crackdown, “High Utilizer” Repeat Offender Plan, Homeless Shelter Priority Questions, The High Cost of Driving, and More
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss a delay on a transit-oriented police crackdown on Third Avenue in downtown Seattle, City...
2022 Episode 11: Downtown Sweep Raises Questions, New Transportation Plan, State Session Wrap-up, and More
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss a sweep of homeless encampments on Fourth Avenue as City Hall employees head back to in-person...
2022 Episode 10: State Legislative Session Ending, “Operation New Day” Beginning, Uber Pay Raise Controversy, and More
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss the legislative decisions going down to the wire in the state legislative session, upcoming...
2022 Episode 9: SPD Hiring Bonuses, COVID Mandates Lifting, Eviction Moratorium Ending, and More
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss concerns over hundreds of officers leaving the SPD, vaccine and mask mandates lifting, the end...
“50 States”: An Audiobook Journey
What a trip! I really enjoyed narrating "50 States" by Richard R. Becker, a collection of short stories that literally takes the listener across all fifty states in the U.S. This is the first time I've ever done a book of short stories, and it was one of the most...
MC for Big Skills, Tiny Homes Virtual Fundraiser: Raise the Roof!
I was honored to work with Big Skills, Tiny Homes as an emcee for their virtual fundraiser, "Raise the Roof"! BSTH is a Bay Area nonprofit that helps students of all ages interested in the trades, as they build a tiny home from scratch to completion. Then, the homes...
2022 Episode 8: Eviction Moratorium Extension?, West Seattle Bridge Concerns, New Homelessness Pledge
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss a proposal by Councilmember Kshama Sawant to extend Seattle's eviction moratorium, the impacts...
2022 Episode 7: State of the City, Mask Mandates, Eviction Moratorium Ending, Sound Transit Study
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss Mayor Harrell's state of the city address, an end to statewide mask mandates, an expiration...
2022 Episode 6: Starbucks Union Resolution, Highway Homeless Encampment Help, Businesses Weigh in on Public Safety
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss a resolution from Councilmember Kshama Sawant supporting the unionization of Starbucks...
2022 Episode 5: Street Use Permit Questions, Police Reform Changes, Sound Transit Fare Enforcement Troubles, and More
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss a possibly permanent extension of outdoor cafes and other street uses, changes in police...