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Seattle’s Morning News w/ Charlie Harger & Manda Factor

KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM
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Charlie Harger and Manda Factor give you the day’s most important news stories every weekday. Along with Chris Sullivan on traffic and KIRO 7 TV’s Nick Allard, it’s everything you need to get your day started right.

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Latest Episodes

Robert Berger in Jerusalem on the war with Iran // David Fahrenthold on the war in Iran and potential corruption in the Trump administration // Leland Vittert on the war in Iran and succeeding with autism // Charlie Commentary on who will actually pa... more

Casey McNerthney with "Crime and Punishment" — a weekly crime report // Patrick De Haan on the rising price of gas and diesel // CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger—Tips for paying for college // Charlie Commentary on why soft language lets us... more

Chris Sullivan with a BONUS Chokepoint: A sneak preview of the Light Rail 2 line across the lake // Patrick De Haan on the rising price of gas and diesel // Taurean Small on the potential end to the partial government shutdown // Charlie Commentary o... more

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: an update on the work underway on the Vantage Bridge // Manda Factor on a unique vowel renewal that took place in Peoria // Ian Sherr on the Meta and YouTube lawsuit in California // Charlie Commentary on massive gra... more

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Recent Guests

Peter King
CBS reporter at Cape Canaveral
Cornerstone News/CBS
Episode: The Potential Corruption in the Trump Administration
Alex Kanczewicz
Host of Big Technology Podcast
CNBC
Episode: The Ongoing Aiport Congestion
Marcus Espinoza
NewsNation reporter
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Episode: The Ongoing Aiport Congestion
Patrick De Haan
Head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy
GasBuddy
Episode: The Rising Price of Gas and Diesel
Herb Weisbaum
Consumer and investigative journalist with long Seattle history
checkbook.org (CBS affiliate discussions)
Episode: The Rising Price of Gas and Diesel
Lee Kerber
Mariners fan featured in a personal story
Episode: The Meta and YouTube Lawsuit in California
Joanna Kerber
Lee Kerber's spouse, Mariners fan
Episode: The Meta and YouTube Lawsuit in California
Ed O'Kee
White House correspondent
CBS News
Episode: The Impact of Oil on the Stock Market
Todd Gershwin
Producer of the Peanuts symphony show in Seattle
Seattle Symphony
Episode: The Threat of Cyberattacks From Iran

Hosts

Charlie Harger
Host with extensive experience on Seattle morning news coverage, providing in-depth local context and interaction with guests.
Manda Factor
Co-host focused on local coverage, policy discussion, and facilitating in-depth conversations with guests.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • Good program

    Good mix of news, opinion, and humor

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ListenerNow
    United States3 years ago
  • excellent

    great balanced perspective. far righties can go to Fox for their dose of "conservatism"

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jeffdb
    United States3 years ago
  • Horrible

    Horrible liberal show! What happened to KIRO!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jdog22456
    United States5 years ago
  • Improve Audio For Call In Guest

    The interviews with David near the end of the show are very hard to hear and we look forward to that segment. The segment before that with the other radio host who focuses on sports... is clearer but is always our least favorite.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    15 Berkshire
    United States6 years ago
  • Please date the episodes

    I find it frustrating that episodes are not dated. Less chatting and more real news. Can we still go to the dentist?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Kendal Sparrow
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

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The audio quality could be better for call-in segments, but the show remains engaging.
great balanced perspective. far righties can go to Fox for their dose of conservatism.
Horrible liberal show! What happened to KIRO!
Good mix of news, opinion, and humor.
Longtime fans appreciate the team chemistry and informative banter.
Some listeners feel polarized; others praise the hosts for credible analysis and local relevance.
Date-stamped episode information would help with context for current events.

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The Meta and YouTube Lawsuit in California
Q: What might this mean for future regulation or laws?
Sherr suggests that the ruling pushes regulators and lawmakers to rethink how we evaluate digital platforms, potentially prompting new laws and stricter standards for protecting young users online.
The Meta and YouTube Lawsuit in California
Q: Ian, why did this one get so much attention?
Sherr points to the judge accepting the lawsuit, the arguments presented, and the weight given to the claims, plus the broader context of accountability for tech products that influence behavior and health.
The Meta and YouTube Lawsuit in California
Q: Good morning, Ian. Tell us about this lawsuit.
Ian Sherr explains that the case centers on apps designed to addict users by leveraging endorphin responses, with Meta and YouTube facing liability for the harm caused, and notes that Snap and TikTok settled out of court in related actions.
The Rising Price of Gas and Diesel
Q: What's driving the spike in gas and diesel prices right now?
GasBuddy's Patrick De Haan explained that geopolitical tensions, refinery capacity, and seasonal demand are lifting prices, with diesel showing more pronounced impact due to its role in transportation and supply chains.
The Upcoming State of the Union Address
Q: How do you see the State of the Union impacting the midterm elections?
It could reframe the midterm message in a way that makes it difficult for Democrats to regain control over the narrative.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Seattle’s Morning News

What is Seattle’s Morning News about and what kind of topics does it cover?

weekday morning news program delivering a blend of hard national and local news, politics, and policy with live traffic and weather updates. Episodes frequently weave in Washington state politics (including budget and tax policy), federal affairs, and international developments, augmented by on-the-ground reporting, expert commentary from lawyers, journalists, and policy researchers, and practical segments like transportation updates and safety tips. The show is notable for its energetic banter, a steady stream of high-profile guests, and a format that pairs in-studio discussion with regional reporting to provide both macro context and local relevance. This mix makes it appealing to listeners who want timely information, nuanced political a... more

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