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Booming is a weekly podcast about the economic forces shaping our lives here in the Pacific Northwest. The Seattle area's been home to many booms over the years. It’s brought jobs, people, and wealth to the region, but also real growing pains that people here feel every day. In Booming, KUOW economy reporters Joshua McNichols and Monica Nickelsburg help listeners make sense of our ever-changing ec... more

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It’s taken 10 years and almost $4 billion, but at long last, light rail will run across Lake Washington.

For people living near the new light rail, it’ll mean shorter commutes, and faster trips to the airport, sporting events, and public parks.

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Washington state just passed a tax on incomes above one million dollars a year. The so-called “millionaires tax” has critics warning we’re about to see an exodus of Washington’s wealthiest residents.

So we wanted to know whether “millionaire migrat... more

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About nine thousand tech workers in the Seattle area have lost their jobs in the past year. That could be nine thousand people competing for a shrinking pool of tech jobs.

This year started off with the most layoffs we’ve seen in a January since t... more

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How do we decide who gets financial support from the government? Usually, it comes down to the federal poverty line.

You might think a lot of data and research goes into establishing that number. But in reality, it’s much squishier. So squishy in... more

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Recent Guests

Cristobal Young
Professor of Sociology
Cornell University
Episode: Is 'millionaire migration' really a thing? Lessons from states that already tax the rich
Daniel DiPaolo
Former software engineer who transitioned to driving a Microsoft shuttle bus
Independent; previously Sports Illustrated and related tech roles
Episode: From software engineer to bus driver: Where laid off tech workers are now
Claire McGreen
Host of Control F (guest on this episode)
Control F (KUOW)
Episode: From Control F: The weird way we decide who sits below the poverty line
Tio Popescu
Host of Control F (guest on this episode)
Control F (KUOW)
Episode: From Control F: The weird way we decide who sits below the poverty line
Rebecca Chobat
Local creator known for her budget-friendly meal tips on social media.
Dollar Tree Dinners
Episode: Grocery sticker shock and the rise of the dollar-store dinner
Dr. Saadia Pekkanen
Professor at the University of Washington and founding director of the Space Law, Data and Policy Program
University of Washington
Episode: The great data center space race
Matt McClain
Former program manager at Amazon involved in workforce planning
Amazon (Former Employee)
Episode: 16,000 Amazon employees just lost their jobs. Are we in a tech recession?
Jeremy Warren
Labor market researcher with the Workforce Development Council of Seattle King County
Workforce Development Council of Seattle King County
Episode: 16,000 Amazon employees just lost their jobs. Are we in a tech recession?
Colin Lopez
Teaches sports economics at Seattle University
Seattle University
Episode: Sports ticket prices have skyrocketed. Here's why (encore)

Hosts

Monica Nickelsburg
Host with KUOW, focusing on economy and local policy.
Joshua McNichols
Co-host focusing on economy, labor markets, and tech industry impacts.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 76 ratings
  • August 29

    If these ladies are from Seattle— WHY IN THE WORLD THEY ARE NOT LISTENING TO KEXP? who are they?

    August 20: Who is this guy? He is talking about more sprawl - what about the fact that we just need to get rid of height limits! And private beaches

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    Palomita40
    United States7 months ago
  • A local asset

    Knowledgeable reporters talking through some of the most complex and most pressing issues facing the Seattle region and making it accessible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hachi's owner
    United States2 years ago
  • Great local content!

    Love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sockeye12
    United States2 years ago

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Is 'millionaire migration' really a thing? Lessons from states that already tax the rich
Q: How does the Washington tax work and who will it affect?
It's a 9.9% tax on personal income above $1 million, targeting roughly 20,000 households to raise about $3 billion annually.
The great data center space race
Q: What did they do that has revealed this?
The company Star Cloud demonstrated the idea of orbital data centers by sending a prototype satellite capable of communicating with ground personnel.
The great data center space race
Q: So how important are these ingredients to what could grow beyond, you know, one company?
Seattle's technical history is crucial as the workforce includes experts in engineering and AI, creating a supportive environment for space technology growth.
The great data center space race
Q: Can you remind us what's driving that push?
AI is driving a lot of the need for more data centers, along with a backlash from communities concerned about energy and water usage.
Lessons from the state that made child care free
Q: Why do you think child care has become such a hot topic in the last year?
It's part of this broader affordability crisis that's just becoming impossible for elected officials to ignore.

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What is Booming about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A regional economics program that examines how money, policy, and technology shape life in the Pacific Northwest. Recent episodes probe millionaire tax proposals and migration, the ripple effects of tech layoffs on workers, and how poverty definitions and public assistance interact with local realities. The show regularly features researchers, journalists, and policy experts who bring data-driven perspectives on housing costs, wages, consumer behavior, and big-city growth, often tying national trends to Seattle-area impacts. A standout quality is the blend of rigorous analysis with personal stories and practical implications for workers, families, and businesses alike; occasional deep dives into emerging topics like space-based data centers... more

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2. Daniel DiPaolo
3. Claire McGreen
4. Tio Popescu
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6. Dr. Saadia Pekkanen
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