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It’s getting harder and harder to talk about politics, especially if you disagree. Well, screw that. Seattle Nice aims to be the most opinionated and smartest analysis of what’s really happening in Seattle politics available in any medium. Each episode dives into contentious and sometimes ridiculous topics, exploring perspectives from across Seattle's political spectrum, from city council brawls t... more

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CARE team head Amy Barden told council this week that the latest police union contract is preventing effective alternative 911 response from her team. We also get into what’s really happening with the allegations facing Derrick Wheeler-Smith, the Dir... more

Following her first State of the City address, Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson joins us to discuss the city’s most pressing issues. We explore why she hasn’t yet changed the city’s policies on encampment clearances, how she’s going to deliver on her big p... more

Meet Joe Nguyen, a seemingly unusual pick to head the Seattle Chamber of Commerce. A former Bernie Sanders delegate and former progressive state lawmaker who championed policies like the capital gains tax and famously eschewed corporate PAC money, Ng... more

Following a decisive win last fall for citywide Position 9, City Councilmember Dionne Foster joins us to talk about how she intends to fulfill her campaign promises amid Seattle’s mounting fiscal challenges. 

Councilmember Foster, who chairs the Hou... more

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Recent Guests

Katie Wilson
Mayor of Seattle
City of Seattle
Episode: Mayor Katie Wilson Gets Seattle Nice about the State of the City
Joe Nguyen
Former director of the Washington State Department of Commerce and former Washington State Senator for the 34th district.
Seattle Chamber of Commerce
Episode: Preview: Joe Nguyen was a Progressive Legislator. Now he Heads the Chamber.
Amy Barden
CARE Department Chief, overseeing mental health crisis response services.
City of Seattle
Episode: Two Years In, CARE Chief Amy Barden Says Her Crisis Response Team Still Faces Roadblocks
Scott Lindsay
Former Deputy City Attorney under Ann Davison, public safety expert
Former Deputy City Attorney, Seattle
Episode: Scott Lindsay, Deputy for Ousted City Attorney Ann Davison, Doesn't Mince Words
Erika Evans
Seattle City Attorney
Episode: City Attorney Evans Charts a New Course on Drug Prosecutions
Erika C. Barnett
Journalist and co-founder of Publicola
Publicola
Episode: 2026 Forecast: Will Katie Wilson Save Seattle with Pragmatism?
Nichole Alexander
Director of Outreach and Special Initiatives at Purpose Dignity Action
Purpose Dignity Action
Episode: CoLEAD Brings a New Approach to 12th and Jackson
Andrew Constantino
Former heroin addict, social worker, and author
Episode: Dispatch from an Urban Drug Market: A Blue City Blues Podcast Preview
Lisa Daugaard
Political consultant and MacArthur Genius Award winner
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Episode: Lisa Daugaard on Trump’s Homelessness Exec Order: Read the Fine Print Before Freaking Out

Hosts

David Hyde
Host of Seattle Nice
Sandeep Kaushik
Host of Seattle Nice
Erika C. Barnett
Co-host of Seattle Nice, journalist at Publicola

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 150 ratings
  • Grift and Grifter and the Other Guy

    If you’re going to listen: Expect liberal-moderate misinfo from Sandeep, populist progressive-ish disinfo from Erica, and reporting with a modicum of moderation from David

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    MidBunny
    United States4 months ago
  • Eric’s is intolerant

    I thought Erica’s sniping at Sandeep for using the term “gender critical” was very intolerant. Are we not to question the sanity of people who literally feel they were “born in the wrong body”. She can get away with calling people like me “TERF” yet I do not aim to deny trans people the right to exist nor am I a “radical feminist “. There actually is nuance to this situation and there should be dialogue not name calling. And by the way I am a liberal Democrat.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Bcluckers
    United States6 months ago
  • Please get rid of Sandeep

    There aren’t many Seattle news / politics podcasts available, but this podcast is becoming increasingly frustrating and stressful to listen to. Sandeep is consistently patronizing to Erica and that hurts this podcast significantly. Erica holds her ground well, but no one wants to listen to a podcast where one commentator offers analysis that is thoughtful and knowledgeable - and the other consistently ignores, attacks, or attempts to manipulate the other commentator. It’s wonderful to hear from ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    comme un ananas
    United States7 months ago
  • Needs a better progressive voice

    The host/moderator is doing double-duty being the thoughtful progressive as well because Erica seems content to do drive-by social media takes

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    RSFiredUp
    United Statesa year ago
  • Institutional knowledge

    Well-informed conversations among people who know a lot about Seattle

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hachi's owner
    United Statesa year ago

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Some feedback points to a desire for more balance in debates, especially around contentious issues, while others praise the candid dialogue.
Audience engagement often highlights the show's relevance in keeping locals informed about political developments and community issues.
The dynamic between the hosts tends to spark both enthusiasm and frustration among audiences, creating a lively atmosphere for analysis.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth coverage of Seattle politics and the diverse perspectives presented in discussions.

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Preview: Joe Nguyen was a Progressive Legislator. Now he Heads the Chamber.
Q: Is the capital gains tax going to be one of the top priorities for the Chamber?
Nguyen discusses the Chamber's focus on sustaining economic growth but does not commit to specific tax policies, indicating a more holistic approach.
Preview: Joe Nguyen was a Progressive Legislator. Now he Heads the Chamber.
Q: What's your overall sense of where we are and where we're headed with Seattle's economy?
Nguyen emphasizes the significant growth in the Seattle economy and its global competitiveness while cautioning about its concentration in key sectors like technology.
Mayor Katie Wilson Gets Seattle Nice about the State of the City
Q: When are you going to announce something that is really going to piss off people who didn't support your campaign?
Mayor Wilson indicates that upcoming legislation regulating rental junk fees may upset some landlords, suggesting progressive revenue ideas will also be contentious.
Mayor Katie Wilson Gets Seattle Nice about the State of the City
Q: What have you been hearing from the families of victims about how to reduce future tragedies?
Mayor Wilson shares that families are requesting more police presence and better community relationships as part of their desire for safety.
Mayor Katie Wilson Gets Seattle Nice about the State of the City
Q: How do you see encampment removals working going forward?
Mayor Wilson acknowledges the complexities and limitations of the current encampment removal process and emphasizes the need for more emergency housing solutions.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Seattle Nice

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

This podcast provides insightful and often contentious analysis of Seattle's complex political landscape. It features discussions around significant local issues, including public safety, homelessness, housing affordability, and the dynamics within city council and mayoral elections. The hosts engage in spirited debates, presenting differing viewpoints, which enriches the conversation and offers listeners a deep dive into contemporary challenges facing the city. Noteworthy themes include the intersection of local politics with broader national narratives, as well as a focus on accountability and reform within the governmental structure. For anyone invested in the political climate of Seattle or looking for a lively exploration of urban gove... more

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1. Katie Wilson
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4. Scott Lindsay
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8. Andrew Constantino

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