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Seattle News, Views, and Brews

Brian Callanan
Seattle City Council
Seattle
Seattle Police Department
Public Safety
Affordable Housing
Homelessness
Katie Wilson
Washington State
King County Regional Homelessness Authority
Bruce Harrell
Social Housing
City Council
Sound Transit
Seattle Police Officers Guild
Seattle Public Schools
ICE
Gun Violence
Trump Administration
Washington State Legislature
CARE Department

Understand what's brewing in Seattle area politics, in about the time it takes to have a coffee break!

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A blue wave, nationally and in the state of Washington, has led to a challenging question: what should Democrats do with their newfound majorities? Plus, how can the City of Seattle resolve a clash between the Mayor (involving a rare veto) and the Ci... more

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Seattle City Councilmembers are rolling out budget amendments by the dozens this week, but what will make the cut in a tough economic year with a $175M deficit? Plus, the Council passed--with a split vote--a controversial ban on RV parking. Why are s... more

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With three statewide initiatives on the ballot, 5 out of 9 Supreme Court Justices, a potential supermajority in the state legislature, and a U.S. Congressional race with major national implications, there's no shortage of headlines in this fall's ele... more

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The Seattle City Attorney's Office has just launched a new "connection court" to help divert people who commit low-level crimes into services to get help, but if they don't complete those services, they'll face criminal prosecution. Plus, there's a n... more

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Recent Guests

Nick Licata
Political strategist, activist and former Seattle City Councilmember
Episode: 2026 Episode 45: Election Reflections, RV Camping Battles, and More with Nick Licata!
Justin Carder
Journalist at Capitol Hill Seattle Blog
Capitol Hill Seattle Blog
Episode: 2026 Episode 44: Budget Battles, RV Parking Bans, and More with Justin Carder, Capitol Hill Seattle Blog!
Jerry Cornfield
Veteran political reporter at the Washington State Standard
Washington State Standard
Episode: 2026 Episode 43: Election Preview with Jerry Cornfield - Washington State Standard
Erika Evans
Seattle City Attorney and former federal prosecutor
Seattle City Attorney's Office
Episode: 2026 Episode 42: Connection Court, Repeat Offenders and Disrupting Sex Trafficking/Gun Crimes, with City Attorney Erika Evans and Criminal Div. Chief Jenna Robert
Jenna Robert
Criminal Division Chief at the Seattle City Attorney's Office
Seattle City Attorney's Office
Episode: 2026 Episode 42: Connection Court, Repeat Offenders and Disrupting Sex Trafficking/Gun Crimes, with City Attorney Erika Evans and Criminal Div. Chief Jenna Robert
Amy Radil
Longtime reporter for KUOW Radio
KUOW
Episode: 2026 Episode 41: Seattle Police Hiring, Communication, and a New Chief Selection - a Discussion with Amy Radil of KUOW
Jon Scholes
Executive Director and CEO of the Downtown Seattle Association
Downtown Seattle Association
Episode: 2026 Episode 40: Discussing Seattle's Budget Priorities and Economic Challenges with Jon Scholes of the Downtown Seattle Association
Kevin Schofield
Journalist and budget analyst
Independent journalist and budget analyst
Episode: 2026 Episode 39: Breaking Down Mayor Wilson's Budget Proposal, with Kevin Schofield
Dominique Davis
Founder and CEO of Community Passageways
Community Passageways
Episode: 2026 Episode 37: Understanding Gun Violence Prevention with Guest Dominique Davis

Hosts

Brian Callanan
Seattle Channel host and presenter
David Kroman
City Hall reporter for The Seattle Times

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Usually love, but SKIP Erica B

    Great apolitical show. Real news. Very balanced. But this week brought on Erica B, and she is terrible. 1 star. She is polarizing and snarky, in the worst way. Better off flying solo or bring back Kevin S, all time favorite.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    camtmo
    United States4 years ago
  • Good and bad…

    I really like the host, Brian, but David from Seattle Times is such a bummer regarding the city of Seattle. I wish they would rotate guests and maybe have someone with a little positivity when thinking about the future of the city.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Jennessy92
    United States4 years ago
  • Good info but need an insider

    The info provided on current issues within the council is helpful but I think it’s lost the insider edge. Kevin’s departure left a hole since he got into the details on many topics and had background on why something was going the way it was. He also had history on council actions and what they were really trying to do. The new guy (Kroman?) isn’t covering the council and doesn’t seem interested to get into details. On today’s podcast, when asked about the tone of council on a topic, that he doe... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    works when can open it
    United States4 years ago
  • Glad it is ending

    Now I never have to hear about a new batch of muffins ever again.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    uuhdgjbi
    United States5 years ago
  • Good wonky podcast on seattle politics, but could be a lot better

    The foundation here is solid- callahan is good at keeping things moving, and the two know what’s up in city council. I’m sponsoring them on Patreon.

    There’s a lot that needs work though. Instead of just reporting on what happened in council, the show would be a lot better if they had a council member on each show and asked some interesting questions. They also have this dumb recipe segment at the end that makes no sense for the podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Efbrazil
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Some listeners miss the depth and insider context of previous council-focused analysis.
Brian Callanan is often praised for keeping discussions engaging and moving smoothly.
Guest perspectives can be polarizing, and some listeners want more varied or more positive viewpoints.
The coffee-shop background sound is distracting for some, while others enjoy the informal atmosphere.
Listeners value the detailed, useful analysis of Seattle City Council actions and local issues.

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2026 Episode 45: Election Reflections, RV Camping Battles, and More with Nick Licata!
Q: What do Democrats do now with these majorities in the House and Senate?
Licata recommends pursuing broadly supported legislation, building bipartisan votes and focusing on tangible improvements such as restoring health care support. He advises against centering the agenda on impeachment or too many investigations.
2026 Episode 45: Election Reflections, RV Camping Battles, and More with Nick Licata!
Q: What does the election tell you?
Licata says gerrymandering is not foolproof and voters respond to their circumstances rather than remaining loyal to a party. He argues that voters want stability after political chaos.
2026 Episode 44: Budget Battles, RV Parking Bans, and More with Justin Carder, Capitol Hill Seattle Blog!
Q: How's this program going to work? Where do you see this going?
Carder says the RV program may make enforcement easier, but its success depends on shelter and other services that are not yet in place. He questions whether a one-time survey can accurately count a mobile population and expects the policy will not eliminate RV parking.
2026 Episode 44: Budget Battles, RV Parking Bans, and More with Justin Carder, Capitol Hill Seattle Blog!
Q: Do I smell a power struggle here? What do you see going on with this?
Carder says the proposal reflects a wider convergence around fiscal restrictions, while progressive councilmembers may also be trying to protect dedicated revenue streams from being redirected.
2026 Episode 43: Election Preview with Jerry Cornfield - Washington State Standard
Q: Why is this race so important? Why are so many nationalized?
Cornfield says Washington's 3rd Congressional District is one of roughly two dozen competitive House races, and both parties see winning such contests as crucial to controlling the House.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Seattle News, Views, and Brews

What is Seattle News, Views, and Brews about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Accessible, locally focused conversations about Seattle and Washington politics, city government, public safety, budgets, housing, homelessness, elections, and the forces shaping the region's economy. Brian Callanan leads interviews and discussions with journalists, elected officials, government staff, advocates, and civic and business leaders, often bringing opposing views into the same conversation. The format pairs timely news analysis with practical explanations of policy decisions and their likely effects on residents and city services.

The coverage is especially grounded in Seattle City Council and mayoral decisions, with state politics and regional issues also in view. Detailed budget and legislative discussions are balanced with ap... more

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