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Episodes
281 episodes
2025 Episode 31: New Councilmember Sworn In, Renter's Commission Madness, Changing Public Comment Rules?
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 ...
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Season 6
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Episode 31
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28:31
2025 Episode 30: Mayoral Race Preview, Criminal Justice Sales Tax Debate, Public Broadcasting Concerns, 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 ...
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Season 6
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Episode 30
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28:32
2025 Episode 29: Juarez Enters D5 Consideration, SODO Maker's Space Delayed, Nude Beach Court Fight, and More
A former Councilmember who said it was her job to "lead to leave"... is coming back for an open position in Seattle's District 5! Learn about this and more of the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break!
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Season 6
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Episode 29
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28:41
2025 Episode 28: Candidates Apply for Council's D-5 Job, New Graffiti Law Questions, Affordable Housing Lawsuit, 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 ...
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Season 6
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Episode 28
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28:48
2025 Episode 27: Nelson Sales Tax Proposal for Public Safety/Treatment Options, Revamped Business Tax Plan from Rinck and Harrell, 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 ...
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Season 6
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Episode 27
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28:40
Patrons-First Podcast: Local, State, and National Education Concerns with Dr. Stephan Blanford!
With Seattle Public Schools seeking a new superintendent, and with four of the seven School Board Director positions up for election this fall, what challenges are ahead for a new set of local leaders on education? Are school closures still a p...
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Season 6
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Episode 26
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29:04
2025 Episode 25: No Kings Fallout, Affordable Housing Financial Crisis, I-5 Shutdowns, 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 ...
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Season 6
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Episode 25
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27:38
2025 Episode 24: National Guard Deployment Concerns, Mayor Wants Stronger "Nuisance" Laws, Renter-Landlord Regulations, 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 ...
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Season 6
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Episode 24
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28:15
2025 Episode 23: Councilmember Moore Steps Down, Kshama Sawant Running for Congress, 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 ...
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Season 6
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Episode 23
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28:31
2025 Episode 22: "Mayday" Protests, Police Hiring Budget Concerns, Ethics Code Battle Brewing, 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 ...
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Season 6
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Episode 22
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28:23
PATRONS-FIRST PODCAST: City Council Ethics Code Battle, State Budget Approval, and more with Hannah Krieg of "The Burner"!
It's a patrons-first episode of your favorite coffee break political podcast! Former Councilmember Kshama Sawant is back in City Hall fighting a proposed ethics code revision that she believes could impact many of her legislative efforts with r...
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Season 6
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Episode 21
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29:15
2025 Episode 20: New Candidates in Local Races, Kiosk Conundrum, Municipal Court Complaint
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 ...
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Season 6
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Episode 20
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28:45
2025 Episode 19: Council Ethics Code Revision, Automated Cameras Legislation, SPOG Sues SPD, 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 ...
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Season 6
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Episode 19
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28:01
2025 Episode 18: Seattle Police Hiring Numbers Up, State Budget Questions, Tree Ordinance Revisited?
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 ...
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Season 6
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Episode 18
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25:09
2025 Episode 17: City Responding to Federal Cuts, Limiting Cars at Pike Place?, $1.3B Education Levy 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 ...
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Season 6
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Episode 17
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27:55
2025 Episode 16: SODO Housing Legal Challenge, Gun Violence Reduction Plans, City Council Tensions
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 ...
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Season 6
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Episode 16
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28:18
2025 Episode 15: Expanding Speed Camera Program, Jumpstart Tax Projection Shortfall, Gun Violence Audit
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 ...
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Season 6
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Episode 15
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29:22
2025 Episode 14: Late-Night Lounge Laws, State Budget Showdown, Problematic Pickleball, 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 ...
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Season 6
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Episode 14
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27:45
Patrons-First Podcast: With Rep. Chipalo Street, D-37!
It's been a challenging session in Olympia, especially with the threat of federal budget cuts and state revenues on the decline. Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel checks in with
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Season 6
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Episode 13
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29:17
2025 Episode 12: Council Approves Hard-Fought SODO Housing Bill, Former Deputy Mayor Speaks Out, Speeding Up Sound Transit Construction, 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 ...
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Season 6
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Episode 12
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28:48
2025 Episode 11: Expanding the CARE Department, New Challengers in City Elections, and Are Democracy Vouchers Working?
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 ...
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Season 6
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Episode 11
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27:47
2025 Episode 10: City Budget Forecast, Federal Policy Group Meets, and "Parents' Bill of Rights" Pre-emptive Initiative Plan
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 ...
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Season 6
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Episode 10
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26:51
2025 Episode 9: SODO Housing Proposal Under Fire, Totem Poles Debate, New Police Chief Priorities, 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 ...
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Season 6
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Episode 9
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28:51
2025 Episode 8: State of the City, Wage Theft Lawsuit, What's Next for Social Housing
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 ...
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Season 6
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Episode 8
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28:40
SNVB Patrons-First Podcast: Immigration Insights w/Roxana Norouzi of OneAmerica
How are immigrants in Seattle and our state dealing with a blitz of executive orders on immigration policy? Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel connects with Roxana Norouzi, Executive Director of ...
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Season 6
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Episode 7
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28:34