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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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Today, we’re bringing you the best from the KUOW Newsroom…

First, the Trump administration’s effort to end trans youth’s access to gender-related medical care, and how that’s showing up here in western Washington.

Next, a story about the proposed... more

This week…

Drama in the state legislature as lawmakers discuss the proposed "millionaire's tax.”

Some Mercer Island residents had to stop flushing their toilets for a day.

And the McDonald’s golden arches may be making their way to Capitol Hill... more

Seattle is in earthquake country, and our most recent big reminder of that came 25 years ago this Saturday, when the Nisqually Earthquake shook the Puget Sound region.

Seattle’s historic Pioneer Square neighborhood was hard hit, and a lot changed a... more

Bruce Lee is an iconic figure in Seattle lore.

Before he became LA’s Kung Fu teacher to the stars, he was an 18-year-old working at Ruby Chow’s Restaurant on the corner of Broadway and Jefferson, attending the University of Washington and getting i... more

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Knute Berger
Cascade PBS reporter with memories of the 1965 earthquake
Episode: 25 years after Nisqually, Pioneer Square reckons with history and earthquakes
Matt Alfs
Architect involved in seismic retrofitting of buildings
Episode: 25 years after Nisqually, Pioneer Square reckons with history and earthquakes
Thomas Marriott
Musician discussing the Pioneer Square jazz scene
Seattle Jazz Fellowship
Episode: 25 years after Nisqually, Pioneer Square reckons with history and earthquakes
Keiko Green
Playwright of Young Dragon
Episode: "Young Dragon" brings Bruce Lee's Seattle story to the stage
Laura Clise
Founder and CEO of Intentionalist
Intentionalist
Episode: Costs up, foot traffic down. Seattle's small businesses are struggling
Hana Yohannes
Owner of Shikorina Bakeshop on Capitol Hill
Shikorina Bakeshop
Episode: Costs up, foot traffic down. Seattle's small businesses are struggling
LaNesha McCoy DeBardelaben
Executive Director of blackpast.org, advocating for the preservation of Black history
blackpast.org
Episode: Blackpast.org looks to its future
Leesa Manion
King County prosecuting attorney
King County Prosecutor's Office
Episode: Weekend Listen: King County Prosecutors Office prepares for a potential immigration enforcement surge
Gary Ernsdorff
Supervising attorney at the Special Operations Unit
King County Prosecutor's Office
Episode: Weekend Listen: King County Prosecutors Office prepares for a potential immigration enforcement surge

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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 924 ratings
  • My favorite

    You are my favorite podcast and I look forward to your episodes every day. They get me connected to Seattle every day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dougcueva
    United States2 months ago
  • 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 States3 months 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 States7 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
    9 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 States9 months ago

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The engaging style of the hosts and the choice of guests are frequently highlighted, indicating a strong connection with the audience.
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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Blackpast.org looks to its future
Q: Is there anything you're doing to prepare for potential cyber threats?
They are bolstering cyber security and infrastructure to protect their digital resource against attacks.
Blackpast.org looks to its future
Q: What kind of concerns do you have about BlackPast's present and future?
There are concerns about attempts at erasure of Black history and distortions from AI that create confusion and minimize dignity.
Costs up, foot traffic down. Seattle's small businesses are struggling
Q: What kind of help is needed, whether it's from the government or the community?
Small businesses need cost relief and stabilization as well as community intentional spending to survive.
Costs up, foot traffic down. Seattle's small businesses are struggling
Q: How did you come to the decision to close your bakery?
It was a difficult choice due to the inability to keep up with the bills and the high cost burden.
Costs up, foot traffic down. Seattle's small businesses are struggling
Q: What did you find in the big picture here?
The small businesses are in a state of crisis and struggling to survive.

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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. Knute Berger
2. Matt Alfs
3. Thomas Marriott
4. Keiko Green
5. Laura Clise
6. Hana Yohannes
7. LaNesha McCoy DeBardelaben
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