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Cascade of History

Feliks Banel
Seattle
World War II
Pacific Northwest
Portland Trail Blazers
NBA Championship
Seattle Supersonics
Blazermania
Wally Walker
D-Day
Boeing
Willits Brothers Canoe Company
Bill Walton
Jack Ramsey
Museum Of History and Industry (MOHAI)
Urban Development
Civil Rights
Mullan Road
Sand Point
Historic Preservation
Affordable Housing

CASCADE OF HISTORY is the only LIVE radio show presenting news and stories about people doing cool things with and for history in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and British Columbia. We talk about people, artifacts, books, maps, photos, places, landmarks, public lands, state and national parks, trails, highways, and the historic events that can bring us all together. The show is broadcast LIVE most Sun... more

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Feliks Banel's guest on this BONUS EPISODE of CASCADE OF HISTORY is Leonard Garfield, executive director of Seattle’s Museum of History & Industry or “MOHAI.” It was recently announced that Garfield will be presented with the 2025 Pacific Northwest H... more

Feliks Banel’s guests on this BONUS EPISODE of CASCADE OF HISTORY are Steve Edmiston and Jason Mattson. Steve Edmiston is an entertainment lawyer, founder of Burien, Washington’s Men in Black Birthday Bash Festival, and screenwriter of the short film... more

On this BONUS EPISODE of CASCADE OF HISTORY, we get the latest news on a plan by the Seattle Department of Parks and Recreation (SPR) to make significant changes to historic Gas Works Park on Lake Union in Seattle's Wallingford/Fremont neighborhoods.... more

UPDATE AS OF 6PM WEDS, OCT 1, 2025 - THE SEATTLE LANDMARKS PRESERVATION BOARD VOTED TO TABLE SEATTLE PARKS' REQUEST FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL TO MAKE SIGNIFICANT CHANGES TO GAS WORKS PARK. BOARD MEMBERS WANTED MORE SPECIFICS ABOUT PARKS' PROPOSED... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Houser
State Architectural Historian for Washington's Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation
Washington's Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation
Episode: BONUS EPISODE: Interview with Washington's State Architectural Historian Michael Houser
Carrianne Ekberg
Executive Director of the Gig Harbor Waterfront Alliance
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Episode: BONUS EPISODE: Preview of PLACES Conference in Gig Harbor, WA starting October 8, 2025
Lydia Felty
Main Street Specialist for the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation
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Episode: BONUS EPISODE: Preview of PLACES Conference in Gig Harbor, WA starting October 8, 2025
Michael Finley
Tribal historian and former tribal chair
Colville Tribe
Episode: BONUS EPISODE: Archival Conversation with Shelly Boyd and the late Michael Finley of the Colville Tribe on Residential Schools
Shelly Boyd
Language scholar and co-founder of the Inchelium Language House
Colville Tribe
Episode: BONUS EPISODE: Archival Conversation with Shelly Boyd and the late Michael Finley of the Colville Tribe on Residential Schools
Lou-ann Neel
Quadriplegic artist and advocate for Indigenous rights
Episode: BONUS EPISODE: Canada's National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with Lou-ann Neel
John Spellman
The late John Spellman, former Governor of Washington and longtime elected official
State of Washington
Episode: BONUS EPISODE: Archival Interview with the late John Spellman, the Evergreen State's Most Recent Republican Governor
Dave Reynolds
Board president of Bing Crosby Advocates, working to celebrate Bing Crosby's life and legacy.
Bing Crosby Advocates
Episode: Ep. 121: Public Art History Mystery in Seattle, Bing Crosby Career Centennial in Spokane, Mossback's NW Season Preview
Skip Berger
Longtime producer and host of Mossback's History Show on KCTS
Cascade PBS
Episode: Ep. 121: Public Art History Mystery in Seattle, Bing Crosby Career Centennial in Spokane, Mossback's NW Season Preview

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Feliks Banel
Producer and host with extensive experience in broadcasting and historical contexts. He is an Emmy-winning and Edward R. Murrow Award-winning broadcaster, and former deputy director of Seattle's Museum of History & Industry (MOHAI).

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • Great podcast for the entire Pac NW!

    If you can’t catch the live broadcast (or live stream) of CASCADE OF HISTORY at 8pm Pacific every Sunday, this podcast is the next best thing. So grateful to all the wonderful (and KNOWLEDGEABLE) guests from Washington, Oregon, Idaho and British Columbia who make time to chat about local history on their weekend evening!

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    Feliks B.
    United States3 years ago

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BONUS EPISODE: Archival Interview with the late John Spellman, the Evergreen State's Most Recent Republican Governor
Q: What compelled you to run that first time you ran for public office?
A long history and involvement in civic affairs, and seeing local political issues fueled my desire to run.
BONUS EPISODE: Archival Interview with the late John Spellman, the Evergreen State's Most Recent Republican Governor
Q: What was it like being the Republican governor in Washington?
It was a tough job, as it was during a weak recession, but initiatives were still possible by reaching across the aisle.
BONUS EPISODE: Archival Conversation with Shelly Boyd and the late Michael Finley of the Colville Tribe on Residential Schools
Q: Is it wise to compile data to quantify missing children from residential schools?
Yes, establishing a commission to gather data and records is essential for truth and reconciliation.
BONUS EPISODE: Archival Conversation with Shelly Boyd and the late Michael Finley of the Colville Tribe on Residential Schools
Q: Help me understand the difference between the residential school system in Canada and how it was run in the US.
There is no significant difference between the two systems; both involved coordinated efforts to mistreat Indigenous children.
BONUS EPISODE: Archival Conversation with Shelly Boyd and the late Michael Finley of the Colville Tribe on Residential Schools
Q: Wasn't the goal just to wipe out the Natives?
Yes, the goal was indeed genocide, and policies like the residential school system were part of that systematic attempt.

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Engaging discussions about historical preservation efforts and cultural narratives in the Pacific Northwest form the cornerstone of this podcast. It features a range of topics, from exploring local historical sites and communities to highlighting significant historical figures and events. Audiences can expect interviews with experts, historians, and community members, shedding light on the region's rich heritage and ongoing preservation challenges, all while fostering a connection to history's relevance in contemporary society. The unique blend of live broadcasts and bonus episodes enriches the listening experience by incorporating driven conversations and authentic stories that resonate with both residents and history enthusiasts.

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Recent guests on Cascade of History include:

1. Michael Houser
2. Carrianne Ekberg
3. Lydia Felty
4. Michael Finley
5. Shelly Boyd
6. Lou-ann Neel
7. John Spellman
8. Dave Reynolds

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