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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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Tune in to hear new District 2 Council Member Eddie Lin break down the latest council dynamics, the future of the city's housing strategy, comprehensive planning efforts, public safety issues in District 2, along with his thoughts about the Mayor Kat... more

Mayor Katie Wilson unveiled her police CCTV camera plan on Thursday, which she immediately acknowledged "will please no one," according to Publicola.

The plan introduces a partial and temporary halt to the expansion of CCTV cameras across the city, ... more

This week Jon Scholes, President and CEO of the Downtown Seattle Association (DSA), joined us to discuss the state of downtown. He pointed to positive momentum towards economic recovery and the dream of a “24/7 city,” with so many people moving downt... more

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson’s ambitious 1000-bed temporary shelter plan, which, among other elements, proposes accelerating the construction of up to 250-unit “tiny house” villages across all council districts, is still in the early planning stages bu... more

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Recent Guests

Jon Scholes
President and CEO of the Downtown Seattle Association
Downtown Seattle Association
Episode: Downtown Seattle Association CEO says downtown is back (sort of)
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
Josh Feit
Communication professional for Sound Transit, co-founder of Publicola
Sound Transit
Episode: 2026 Forecast: Will Katie Wilson Save Seattle with Pragmatism?
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

Hosts

David Hyde
Host and co-host focused on Seattle politics, policy analysis, and debate.
Erica C. Barnett
Journalist and co-founder covering Seattle politics, accountability, and urban policy.
Sandeep Kaushik
Co-host and analyst with a focus on policy, politics, and Seattle governance.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 152 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

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    MidBunny
    United States5 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.

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    Bcluckers
    United States8 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

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    comme un ananas
    United States8 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

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    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

Listeners Say

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Hosts pushback can be intense, but it's always anchored in local reality.
A go-to for Seattle policy watchers seeking both critique and context.
Smart, data-driven discussions that challenge assumptions.
Provokes thought and reflects on real city governance issues.
Balanced, civil debates with strong local insights.

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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?

A sharp, opinionated take on local governance and urban policy, with hosts who trade data-driven insights and pointed commentary on Seattle's politics. Episodes routinely orbit housing affordability, homelessness strategies, public safety, transportation, and city leadership, often contrasting progressive and center-right viewpoints with behind-the-scenes dynamics in City Hall and County government. The show stands out for its frank banter, grounded analysis, and willingness to challenge both politicians and pundits, making it valuable for listeners who want an assertive, no-nonsense read on Seattle's political landscape.

Noteworthy is the willingness to dissect policy trade-offs (tax policy vs. economic recovery, shelter-first vs. housing... more

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1. Jon Scholes
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8. Nichole Alexander

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