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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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What does a former rock star know about crime and justice in Seattle? We put that question to this week's guest, King County District Court Judge Bardi Martin, who played bass for the hugely successful Seattle rock band Candlebox in the 1990s before ... more

Holy shit. That wasn't just a blue wave. Democrats drove a political steamroller through some of the reddest states in the country last night, and we're here for it. We recorded this special emergency edition of Seattle Nice at 9 p.m. on election nig... more

Seattle's progressive new city attorney, Erika Evans, is bringing back a version of the community court that her predecessor, Republican Ann Davison, axed in 2023. Evans hopes to fix what she sees as flaws in the old system by giving people accused o... more

Our planned District 5 debate had to be canceled after one of the candidates came down with COVID. But we got together and blabbed in front of the folks who showed up anyway! Thanks to the National Nordic Museum for hosting us and to everyone who cam... more

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Recent Guests

Bardi Martin
King County District Court judge and former Candlebox bassist
King County District Court
Episode: From Rock Star to Judge: Crime, Poverty, and Justice in Seattle
Erika Evans
Seattle City Attorney
Seattle City Attorney's Office
Episode: Community Court Returns From the Grave for Halloween, But This Time It’s Different
Jenna Robert
Criminal Division Chief in the Seattle City Attorney's Office
Seattle City Attorney's Office
Episode: Community Court Returns From the Grave for Halloween, But This Time It’s Different
Walter Hatch
Former Seattle Times journalist, Ballard Community Task Force on Homelessness volunteer, author on homelessness
Ballard Community Task Force on Homelessness; Seattle Times (former)
Episode: Why Does Walter Hatch Think Seattle Is Blowing It on Homelessness?
Kirk Hovenkotter
Executive Director of Transportation Choices Coalition
Transportation Choices Coalition
Episode: Oops, There Goes Another Million!
Katie Wilson
Mayor of Seattle
City of Seattle
Episode: Mayor Katie Wilson Joins Us as the Budget Battle Begins
Aly Pennucci
Budget Director
City of Seattle
Episode: Mayor Katie Wilson Joins Us as the Budget Battle Begins
Sandeep Kaushik
Political consultant and former Rocky Horror Projectionist
Independent / Political consulting
Episode: Mayor Katie Wilson Joins Us as the Budget Battle Begins
Daniel Malone
Executive Director of Downtown Emergency Service Center
Downtown Emergency Service Center (DESC)
Episode: ORCAs, STARs, and Trump's Baleful Eye: the State of Seattle's Homelessness Services

Hosts

David Hyde
Host of the show; long-running voice in Seattle local politics and policy discussions
Erika C. Barnett
Co-host and journalist; provides local policy and investigative context
Sandeep Kaushik
Co-host and political consultant; contributes business and policy perspectives

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 172 ratings
  • Best local insight, except

    David is insufferable.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Jmaddenmass
    United States2 months ago
  • Great podcast despite some inherent conflicts of interest

    I really do enjoy each episode of this podcast. It’s typically refreshing because it’s free of narrow, political propaganda-based editorialism. However, Erica C Barnett has an inherit conflict of interest when reporting on Mayor Katie Wilson, because she is her former employer and a major force in both her election campaign and the ongoing defense of her decisions and behaviors, effectively shielding her from pragmatic questions. There are several news outlets that posit Barnett’s influence in f... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    RedGreen Health
    United States3 months ago
  • Another Seattle politics podcast

    One business-interest lobbyist, one blogger who’s committed to the brand, and one pretty decent moderator, giving armchair analysis and creating content from whatever their sources at City Hall scraped together this week. Your mileage may vary

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    MidBunny
    United States3 months ago
  • Seattle Politics Wonks Rejoice

    Always super informative and relevant on what’s happening in Seattle politics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cloncurry Kid
    United States6 months ago
  • I listen for Erica’s contributions

    Erica, thank you for insisting on journalistic investigation, facts, and reality. Sandeep, your inflammatory statements about “wokeness” and “the deep state” have no place in adult conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    EphemeralErika
    United States7 months ago

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Listeners praise deep local knowledge and cross-spectrum dialogue.
Candid, data-driven Seattle policy conversations that challenge agendas.
Strong moderator-guest dynamic; some critique friction central to debate.
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Seattle's Progressives Ride the Blue Wave
Q: What does this mean for the future of the council this year? And can Katie veto things and not worry about a veto, even when it comes to the budget, for example?
Barnett says Jenks will likely join after the budget, but could become an ally of Mayor Katie Wilson and help her agenda over time. She notes that the council's votes depend on the issue and on swing members.
Seattle's Progressives Ride the Blue Wave
Q: Is this an ideological shift in the electorate a little bit? Or what's going on?
Erika C. Barnett cautions against generalizing from one district election, but sees a progressive upswing, dissatisfaction with the current council, and a possible role for candidate quality and late campaign spending.
From Rock Star to Judge: Crime, Poverty, and Justice in Seattle
Q: What happens if someone enters community court but does not meet the terms of the agreement?
The court and program team typically encourage the participant to return to compliance and offer support. Martin says some people are not ready for treatment, and those with more significant needs may be better suited to other therapeutic courts.
From Rock Star to Judge: Crime, Poverty, and Justice in Seattle
Q: What qualifies someone for Community Court, what services are offered, and how does the program work?
Participants generally face low-level, nonviolent charges and must meet eligibility criteria. They can observe court, complete an intake, and voluntarily enter a typically 16-week agreement that may include treatment and community service. Completing the agreement can lead to dismissal of the case, and resource centers are also open to the public.
Community Court Returns From the Grave for Halloween, But This Time It’s Different
Q: How do you avoid having racially discriminatory results when it comes to your office, when you're dealing with a group of people that's going to be racially disproportionate just because of the way the police system works in this country?
Erika Evans points to the disproportionate number of victims of color and says prosecutors must offer services while also holding people accountable. Jenna Robert says prosecutors assess conduct rather than placing people on a named list, and retain discretion to treat individual cases differently.

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Seattle Nice offers sharp, candid takes on Seattle politics, with a heavy emphasis on housing, homelessness, transit, and governance. Episodes frequently examine local policy mechanisms, budget trade-offs, and the interplay between city leadership, business interests, and public accountability. A standout is the willingness to challenge official narratives and explore pragmatic, sometimes controversial approaches to urban issues, while maintaining a lively, debate-driven format that blends data, anecdotes, and punchy takes. This show is likely to appeal to policy wonks, local business audiences, and residents who want blunt, data-informed conversation about Seattle's evolving urban landscape.

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1. Bardi Martin
2. Erika Evans
3. Jenna Robert
4. Walter Hatch
5. Kirk Hovenkotter
6. Katie Wilson
7. Aly Pennucci
8. Sandeep Kaushik

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