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Hosted by Mike McClanahan, The Impact is TVW’s weekly news show, covering decisions at the State Capitol and how they impact you.

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This is a special edition of The Impact taped on-location at the Washington Digital Government Summit in Tacoma, organized by GovTech magazine. The episode features a panel discussion with state, city, and county-level technology leaders answering qu... more

From wolf conflicts to owl culls — inside Washington’s toughest wildlife decisions. Guest: Julia Smith, WDFW's endangered species recovery manager

Political writers wade into early returns from the fall election, and what that says for the direction of the legislature next year. "We had a record package of tax increases in the legislature this year. The majority Democrats paid no price at the b... more

A new study points to major PNW earthquakes potentially triggering California earthquakes and vice-versa. DNR earthquakes expert Alex Steely breaks down the potential link between the Cascadia Subduction Zone and the San Andreas fault.Later, we cover... more

Exploring political violence and the decline of civil discourse. Q&A with Lieutenant Governor Denny Heck about his work on developing strategies to promote healthy debate in society.

Historic surface water restrictions hit the Yakima Basin as a monumental water rights lawsuit gets underway in Whatcom County. Department of Ecology Water Resources Program lead, Ria Berns talks through the rationale and what to expect. Then hear wha... more

Is your town ready for a ransomware attack? State Auditor Pat McCarthy and SAO cybersecurity lead Scott Ford weigh in on the job of promoting government accountability with IT safeguards and spotting mismanaged tax dollars.

For island residents, commuters, and students — there's a lot riding on reliable ferry service. Deputy Secretary Steve Nevey addresses current problems, the timeline for new vessels, and fall schedule changes that may restructure service on your rout... more

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Recent Guests

Julia Smith
Oversees endangered species recovery at the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
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Episode: Wolf Conflicts and Owl Removals from November 12, 2025
Alex Steely
Assistant Director of Geologic Hazards and Mapping at the Washington State Department of Natural Resources
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Episode: Earthquakes from October 29, 2025
Denny Heck
Lieutenant Governor of Washington, and a proponent of political civility.
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Episode: A Call for Civil Discourse from October 22, 2025
Ria Berns
Water Resources Program Manager for the Washington State Department of Ecology
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Episode: Water Rights Adjudication from October 15, 2025
Steve Nevey
Executive Director of Washington State Ferries
Washington State Ferries
Episode: Washington State Ferries from October 1, 2025
Larry Delaney
President of the Washington Education Association
Washington Education Association
Episode: Special Education Funding from September 17, 2025
Marguerite Roza
Education researcher at Georgetown University's Egeonomics Lab
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Episode: Special Education Funding from September 17, 2025
Dr. Marguerite Roza
Research professor at Georgetown University and director of the Edunomics Lab in Seattle.
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Episode: Education Update from September 10, 2025
Shaleen Whitaker
Senior Vice President of Government Affairs for the Washington State Hospital Association
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Episode: Hospitals Fear Public Healthcare Spending Cuts from June 11, 2025

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Mike McClanahan
Host of discussions centered around issues impacting Washington State, bringing his expertise in governmental accountability and civic issues.

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AI, Data, and Transparency: Tech Officials Chart Government’s Next Moves from November 19, 2025
Q: How are those concerns being considered at the city level?
The city emphasizes a human-centered approach, where the aim is to augment services rather than displace jobs, ensuring that AI complements human efforts.
AI, Data, and Transparency: Tech Officials Chart Government’s Next Moves from November 19, 2025
Q: Bill, how is artificial intelligence changing the way that the state delivers services?
AI is helping the state to become more efficient in service delivery, enhancing resident engagement through initiatives like the Resident Portal.
AI, Data, and Transparency: Tech Officials Chart Government’s Next Moves from November 19, 2025
Q: Jake, talking about artificial intelligence, how is Seattle currently using AI?
Seattle is using AI to enhance service delivery through initiatives like responsible AI planning and data governance, focusing on embedding AI in a human-centered way.
Wolf Conflicts and Owl Removals from November 12, 2025
Q: What are the drivers of the population dip?
Key drivers include density dependent effects, dispersal out of state, and increased poaching.
Wolf Conflicts and Owl Removals from November 12, 2025
Q: Could you give us the lay of the land and the status of the northern spotted owl in Washington today?
The northern spotted owl is in steep decline with an expectation of being functionally extirpated in the next decade without intervention.

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A comprehensive exploration of the intersection between governmental decisions and their repercussions on society is at the core of the content. Throughout various episodes, a wide range of topical issues including civic engagement, education funding, and disaster preparedness are discussed, featuring insights from industry experts and government officials. Guests bring their expertise to provide nuanced perspectives on pressing challenges facing Washington State, such as infrastructure issues, healthcare policy, and environmental concerns. This podcast uniquely combines in-depth analysis with current events, making it a vital resource for listeners interested in the practical effects of political decisions and policies in their community.

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