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Seattle Now is KUOW's flagship daily news podcast. Seattle Now brings you quick headlines, smart analysis, and award-winning local news. New episodes every weekday morning and afternoon. Start and end your day with Seattle Now, from KUOW and the NPR Network.

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Recent Guests

Dr. Jonathan Rutz
An atmospheric scientist at the Center for Western Weather and Water Extremes.
Center for Western Weather and Water Extremes
Episode: These scientists are trying to forecast the next big atmospheric rivers
Emily Levesque
Astronomy professor at the University of Washington and author of The Last Stargazers
University of Washington
Episode: Pressing pause on the next generation of astronomers at UW
David Rothstein
Co-founder of Salmon Berry Goods
Salmon Berry Goods
Episode: WA farmers expect floods, but nothing this catastrophic
Katie Wilson
Seattle's newly elected mayor
Episode: What SPD's new contract says about police accountability
Timothy Firth
Executive Director of Common Area Maintenance
Common Area Maintenance
Episode: Artists bought a Seattle building for $20. Now they'll transform it
June Roberts
A patron with a visual impairment who benefits from the audio description services
Episode: Live captioning PNB's The Nutcracker is more art than science
Allison Osborne
The voice behind the dance description at Pacific Northwest Ballet
Pacific Northwest Ballet
Episode: Live captioning PNB's The Nutcracker is more art than science
Laura Clise
Founder and CEO of the Intentionalist
Intentionalist
Episode: Sleigh the gift-giving season by shopping local
Katie Harmsen
Deputy Division Director of Customer Service at the City of Seattle
City of Seattle
Episode: In Seattle, this is how they Find it Fix it

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Patricia Murphy
Host and prominent figure in Seattle's local news landscape, bringing insight and energy to discussions on community issues and events.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 892 ratings
  • Still looking

    I wanted so badly for this podcast to just give the basic information and facts about Seattle related topics. Unfortunately it tends to only report a narrative on stories focused on sexual and racial identity.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    GreggyJut
    United States22 days ago
  • I appreciate this type of reporting

    I enjoy this episode a lot and it gave me actions to do whenever I want to go swimming safely

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Palomita40
    United States5 months ago
  • My absolute favorite news podcast. Its digestible coverage of local news that also examines how Seattle fits into national and global trends.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    BDazzle77
    7 months ago
  • Bias

    I recently started listening to this but the definite one sided take on recent legislation did me in. I am tired of all of the spin from both sides of the aisle and am still looking for a fair reporting station. This is not the one.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Lumberjack2025
    United States7 months ago
  • Great podcast

    lot of information in a small package

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    elastic man69
    United States7 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the concise and impactful reporting, often praising the depth of local news coverage and the variety of topics discussed.

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Weekend Listen: SPD Chief Shon Barnes on working with Katie Wilson and police accountability
Q: What are you looking ahead to in 2026? What's the biggest challenges for the department?
Barnes stresses the need to address community fear of crime and ensure public safety for major events such as FIFA.
Weekend Listen: SPD Chief Shon Barnes on working with Katie Wilson and police accountability
Q: What do you think your role is in overseeing continued compliance and reform at the department now that the federal consent decree has ended?
Barnes highlights the ongoing need for accountability and reform despite the end of the consent decree, noting community input remains crucial.
Weekend Listen: SPD Chief Shon Barnes on working with Katie Wilson and police accountability
Q: When you hear about the council having a desire for more accountability measures from your officers, how do you view your role in the conversation as chief of police?
Barnes indicates he is not involved in contract negotiations and expresses concern over inquiries into personal cell phone records.
Weekend Listen: SPD Chief Shon Barnes on working with Katie Wilson and police accountability
Q: Do you anticipate changes to the way you lead the Seattle Police Department under Mayor Katie Wilson?
Barnes discusses the potential for reform aligned with best practices in law enforcement, emphasizing accountability and community policing.
These scientists are trying to forecast the next big atmospheric rivers
Q: What could come out of this type of international cooperation?
The cooperation allows for better aircraft availability to sample atmospheric rivers across both the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans simultaneously, improving forecasting capabilities.

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Quick headlines and insightful analysis characterize the content, covering a variety of local topics including arts, community initiatives, and significant social issues affecting Seattle. Regular discussions on local events offer listeners both light banter and important news updates, including matters of public interest like the expansion of transportation, the impact of local businesses, and socially relevant topics such as accessibility in the arts and community engagement in civic issues. This format is tailored for listeners seeking to stay informed about the Seattle area while enjoying a blend of light-hearted and serious discussions.

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1. Week In Review
2. Sound Politics
3. Up First from NPR
4. Seattle Eats with Tan Vinh
5. Booming

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1. Dr. Jonathan Rutz
2. Emily Levesque
3. David Rothstein
4. Katie Wilson
5. Timothy Firth
6. June Roberts
7. Allison Osborne
8. Laura Clise

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