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A podcast by two journalists in Seattle without a boss

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Latest Episodes

Tell us a secret!

The Burner gals return with glee over the Katie Wilson's winning of the Seattle Mayoral Race. On the pod this week is her consultant, Jake Simpson, from Winpower, who talks about what went into her win. All credit goes to Katie ..... more

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Oh hai Burner Babes. We're gabbing this week about how only stupid, ugly people want to install surveillance cameras around our city. Mayor Bruce Harrell has decided that the Seattle Police Department needs literally more than 365... more

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Welcome back Burner Babes!  Your hosts Ashley and Hannah are thrilled to be joined by, once again, Stephen Paolini, our on-call consultant and the string-puller behind Progressive People Power PAC (P3). As you already know, progre... more

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Oh hiiiiii! We're back. This week we're talking about City Council Member Rob Saka shirking his duties and hiding in his office and the King County Council's decision to tax poor people in order to fund the services that land them... more

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Recent Guests

Jake Simpson
Consultant for Winpower and the consultant on the Katie Wilson campaign
Winpower
Episode: Katie Wilson Won! How do we feel? (Feat. Jake Simpson)
BJ Last
Member of Stop Surveillance City, a police watchdog
Stop Surveillance City
Episode: Stop Surveillance Seattle by Sept. 9 (Feat. BJ Last & DivestSPD)
Stephen Paolini
Friend of the podcast and political commentator
Episode: Can Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell Retain His Parking Spot? Feat. Stephen Paolini
Katie Wilson
Community organizer and mayoral candidate
Running for Mayor of Seattle
Episode: Bigot Patrol in Cal Anderson and Katie Wilson for Seattle Mayor (Feat. Katie Wilson)
Kshama Sawant
Socialist politician, former Seattle City Council member, and founder of Worker Strike Back
Worker Strike Back
Episode: The Fear of the Working Class (Feat. Kshama Sawant)
Justin Ward
Editor and Chief Researcher at DivestSPD, a police watchdog group in Seattle
DivestSPD
Episode: Seattle Cop Misdeeds, Revisiting the Adrian Diaz Scandal, and Should Landlords Vote? w/ Guest DivestSPD
Lex Vaughn
Publisher, editor, creator of The Needling and Pulitzer Prize winner.
The Needling
Episode: Capitulating to Cops and Robert w/ special guest Lex Vaughn

Hosts

Ashley Nerbovig
Co-host and journalist with a focus on local politics and community issues, offering sharp commentary and insights.
Hannah Krieg
Co-host and journalist, known for her insights into Seattle's political climate and her advocacy for social issues.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • Best Seattle News Bimbos Evar

    These two really offer the most fun, interesting and insightful weekly conversation on what's gong in with local politics in Seattle and the state of Washington. If you're a true progressive, following this podcast and The Burner's website is required listening/reading.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    badunkadunkbruin
    United States5 months ago
  • BronSexual

    The podcast we need right now in this swirling chaos of life. Love the chemistry between the two hosts!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mhgreen3000
    United States6 months ago
  • Yawn

    If you love the white savior trope in film and other media, you’ll love this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    PNWhomie
    United States6 months ago
  • Seattle Chapo

    Insightful, funny, refreshing. Great podcast for anyone looking to understand Seattle politics and operators already in the know.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Local Guide Seattle
    United States7 months ago
  • Great Seattle Journalism

    Love this new source of news about local Seattle politics from two trustworthy, uncompromising, and funny journalists 🔥

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maenadfan
    United States8 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the insightful and humorous take on serious local issues, finding the blend of entertainment and political critique refreshing.
There are some criticisms regarding perceived bias in narrative framing, particularly from those holding different political perspectives.
Many feel that the hosts provide a necessary counter-narrative to mainstream media coverage of Seattle politics, often resonating with progressive viewpoints.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Bigot Patrol in Cal Anderson and Katie Wilson for Seattle Mayor (Feat. Katie Wilson)
Q: Why are you challenging Bruce Harrell?
I'm challenging Harrell because I believe he undermines important projects like social housing, which need support.
Bigot Patrol in Cal Anderson and Katie Wilson for Seattle Mayor (Feat. Katie Wilson)
Q: Who were you before you launched your Mayoral campaign?
I have been a community organizer for the last 14 years here in Seattle with the Transit Riders Union, which I co-founded.
The Quirky Lil Company that Sucks at Making Airplanes (feat. SUPER UW)
Q: Why employ that tactic and what do you make of the criticism about property damage?
They clarified that the occupation aimed to repurpose the building, not necessarily to cause damage, and highlighted the ongoing destruction in Gaza.
The Quirky Lil Company that Sucks at Making Airplanes (feat. SUPER UW)
Q: How do you respond to criticism like that and allegations like that?
Max stated that the claims of anti-Semitism are baseless and highlighted the conflation of anti-Zionism with anti-Semitism.
The Quirky Lil Company that Sucks at Making Airplanes (feat. SUPER UW)
Q: What was important about escalating now?
Max explained that their previous actions were not achieving intended results, particularly regarding severing ties with Boeing and emphasized the urgency of their current tactics.

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This podcast offers a candid exploration of Seattle's political landscape, focusing on current events, local governance, and social issues. With a distinct blend of humor and incisive commentary, the hosts tackle various topics such as police accountability, surveillance, housing policies, and grassroots movements. The content is marked by discussions featuring activists, political candidates, and community leaders, providing an engaging platform for voices that typically critique or challenge mainstream narratives. Listeners can expect a blend of serious political analysis infused with personal anecdotes and humor, making complex issues more accessible and relatable.

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Recent guests on The Burner Seattle include:

1. Jake Simpson
2. BJ Last
3. Stephen Paolini
4. Katie Wilson
5. Kshama Sawant
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7. Lex Vaughn

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