Best West Riding Creative Podcasts (2025)

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🎙️New Episode: A History Of Creativity, Discipline & Storytelling Mastery with Award-Winning Author Aaron Ryan | Real English Conversations for Global Professionals 30:09

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In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, host Curtis Davies sits down with Aaron Ryan, an award-winning and bestselling author of nearly 40 books, including the fan-favorite Dissonance alien invasion saga, the Christian dystopian series The End, multiple sci-fi thrillers, children's books, and business books — including his guide …

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Why Holiday Lights Are Bad For Sleep. Plus, Car-Free Fremont and Our Most Seattle Stories 40:10

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Today on City Cast Seattle, contributors Guy Oron and Hannah Krieg chime in on whether the Fremont Bridge should go car-free and the most Seattle stories of the year. Then Jane chats with author Lynn Peeples about how holiday lights affect our circadian rhythms. Plus, a sponsored interview with Maura Hardman from Seattle Cider. If you enjoyed this …

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Do Millennials Run Seattle? Plus, 2025’s Best Local Bands and Weed Reclassification 34:20

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Today on City Cast Seattle, music journalist, historian, and former KEXP staff reporter Martin Douglas joins Jane and creative producer Sam J Leeds to discuss the realities of our local music scene, Seattle’s status as the top city for millennials, and share their favorite bands from 2025. Plus, why reclassifying marijuana isn’t actually a big deal…

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Episode 14: Four Lions, Succession & Mountainhead 21:13

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Send us a text This week, it’s all about systems under strain. Satire. Power. And the quiet logic that collapses under pressure. Four Lions - a comedy that strips ideology back to behaviour, exposing how conviction fractures when it’s carried by people who don’t fully understand it. Succession - a long-form study of inheritance, damage and control …

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Harassment at The Station, Flood Info From a Climate Expert, and Cozy Weekend Recs 37:59

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Today on the podcast, Jane is joined by contributor Marcus Harrison Green and executive producer Ashley Smith to discuss breaking news from the South Seattle Emerald about sexual harassment allegations against the owner of the community coffee shop and gathering space, The Station. Then Jane talks with our state climatologist to understand what we …

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E-Bike Bankruptcy, 2025 Movies We Loved, and New Year, New Sonics? 30:43

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Today on City Cast Seattle, contributor Chase Hutchinson and creative producer Liam Billingham talk about the best films of the year according to Seattle Film Critics. Plus, what’s gonna happen if/when the Sonics come back next year, and the latest on the woes facing local e-bike company, Rad Power Bikes. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSe…

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Nick's ERT #104- Nathan Brine: The Path to Paddington 34:07

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Nick's ERT on The Season Pass Podcast Episode: Nathan Brine – The Path to Paddington In this episode, Nick sits down with Nathan Brine, Director of Live Stage Productions at The Path Entertainment Group — the team behind immersive attractions such as Monopoly Lifesized, SAW Escape Experience London and other large-scale experiential productions. Na…

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What's With All the Student Driver Stickers? Plus, Cyclist Safety and the Big Stories of the Year 29:36

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Today on City Cast Seattle, contributors Brett Hamil and Ryan Packer join the show to discuss cyclist safety after a community tragedy, our choices for the biggest stories of the year, and could mandatory driver's education classes make Seattleites better drivers? Plus, the latest flood updates. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on I…

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Who is Seattle’s Person of the Year? Plus, Flood Updates and a Newsy Rant 35:28

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Today, Jane is joined by contributors Hannah Krieg from The Burner and Lex Vaughn from The Needling to chat about the latest flood updates and how it might affect holiday travel, end of year “awards” including our choice for Seattle’s Person of the Year, and more. Plus, a rant about the current state of local news from creative producer Sam J Leeds…

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What Places in Seattle Are Worth Saving? 35:09

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Today, Jane is joined by Cynthia Brothers of Vanishing Seattle and creative producer Sam J Leeds to discuss the past, present, and future of Seattle culture. Cynthia highlights the businesses trying new models to keep their doors open, shares which community favorites are returning after they previously closed, and an update on beloved, 30-year-old…

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Historic WA Flooding, Chief Barnes Here to Stay, and Weekend Recommendations 34:43

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Today on City Cast Seattle, Jane welcomes contributor Marcus Harrison Green and PubliCola’s Erica C. Barnett to break down what we know about the flooding emergency in our state, our new mayor Katie Wilson choosing to retain Police Chief Barnes, and Wild Waves closing. Plus, recommendations for what to do this weekend. Want to get in touch? Follow …

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Police Contract Details, Seattle’s Creative Economy Grows, Pride and the World Cup Collide 38:01

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Today on City Cast Seattle, Jane is joined by contributors Chase Hutchinson and Guy Oron to discuss the Seattle Police Officers Guild contract that just passed, what we know about the 2026 midterms so far, and the future of Seattle’s creative economy. Plus, all the drama around the World Cup’s Pride Match. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastS…

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🎙️A History Of Confidence Under Pressure, Live Communication for Podcasting / Broadcasting Mastery with Todd Hancock | Real English Conversations for Global Professionals 25:54

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In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, host Curtis Davies sits down with Todd Hancock, one of Vancouver's Canada's most recognized radio personalities, a former longtime afternoon host on CFOX 99.3 The Fox (2002–2014), and creator of the hugely successful Toddcast Podcast, which continues to grow across Spotify, Apple Podcasts, …

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Seattle Needs a Night Mayor, Maternal Mortality Rates, and Should You Swim in Lake Union? 28:36

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Today on City Cast Seattle, Jane is joined by regular contributors Eula Scott Bynoe and Brett Hamil to talk about what the ‘night mayor’ should do to improve Seattle’s nightlife, how to get through labor in Seattle (with special insight from a doula), and why you probably shouldn’t swim in Lake Union. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattl…

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Washington’s Austerity Budget, Hell Is a CVS Pharmacy, and Building Your Go Bag 32:53

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Today on City Cast Seattle, we dig into the upcoming ‘cuts-only’ budget from Governor Ferguson and the WA democrats proposing a state-wide payroll tax instead. Contributor Hannah Krieg explains what’s up with the austerity and the possible legislation providing alternatives. Plus, producer Liam rants about the experience of having to press a button…

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The Best Seattle Books, Bookstores, and Authors Right Now 33:09

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Today on the show, Jane welcomes Max Delsohn, author of the Seattle-set short story collection Crawl, onto the show to discuss all things Seattle books. Also joining the show is regular contributor and Hinton publisher, Marcus Harrison Green. The trio get into their favorite bookstores, authors, and places to do a reading where you won’t get too ne…

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Episode 13: A Beautiful Mind, The Studio & One Battle After Another 23:55

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Send us a text This week, it’s all about the work that holds its ground. Craft. Control. And the quiet collisions that shape everything beneath the surface. A Beautiful Mind - a portrait of brilliance and illness, grounded in some of the most precise filmmaking of its era. The Studio - a world where art, ego and power wrestle for control, and every…

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Is Seattle in the Middle of a Bagel Renaissance? 31:13

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Today on City Cast Seattle, two of Seattle’s most seasoned carb reviewers talk to us about how and why our city is in the midst of a bagel renaissance. Jane is joined by Sean Keeley, writer of the newsletter It’s A Shanda, and Zoe Kahn of Zoe in Seattle to share what they look for in a great bagel and recommendations beyond our city limits. Want to…

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New Light Rail Stations, Election Heat Maps, and Even Worse Traffic! 29:13

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Today on the podcast, we’re talking traffic and transit, and who better to bring in than Urbanist contributing editor Ryan Packer to tell us about the new light rail stations and news that traffic is even worse. Founder of The Burner, Hannah Krieg, also joins to talk about what the release of election map results says about the will of voters. Want…

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🎙️The History of A former British Royal Marine Commando turned Founder of The Breath Connection, Stress Reset & Nervous System Mastery with Sam Murray | Real English Conversations for Global Professionals ... 38:36

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In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, host Curtis Davies speaks with Sam Murray, founder of The Breath Connection, a former British Royal Marine Commando, and an expert in breath retraining, nervous system regulation, trauma recovery, and stress resilience. After years of struggling with alcohol & drug addiction, chronic fatigu…

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Porch Pirate Prevention, Sound Transit’s Poop Problem, and Why Torrent Games Are the Best 29:06

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Today on City Cast Seattle, we’re getting into the pay gap in professional hockey and why Jane thinks everyone should become a fan of the Torrent. While we’re at it, contributor Marcus Harrison Green unveils a potential name for Torrent fans. Plus, contributor Lex Vaughn gets into how our city deals with the problem of pigeon poop and we discuss th…

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Is Portland Better Than Seattle? 30:07

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Seattle and Portland have always had a good-natured rivalry. As two of the Pacific Northwest’s biggest cities, it’s easy to compare ourselves with our neighbor to the south — we both have ample access to nature, thriving food scenes, and plenty of rain. In honor of the recent launch of City Cast Seattle, host Jane C. Hu was invited to join Claudia …

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Your Guide to December in Seattle 32:55

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Today on the show, the team (minus Ben 🙁) gets together to tell you about what they are doing this December, and what you should be doing too. Highlights include cold plunges, movies, dumplings, sandwiches, and a lot more carbs and fun ways to spend the month! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@cit…

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Episode 12: Mississippi Burning, Watchmen & Sinners 17:28

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Send us a text This week - it’s all about what lingers. Violence. Memory. And the histories that never stay buried. A murder that exposes the truth a town tried to hide. A masked world wrestling with the weight of its own past. And a man pulled into a story written long before he entered it. Mississippi Burning. Watchmen. Sinners. Three stories. On…

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🎙️The History Of Vancouver Radio, Rock Music & Reinvention, 35 Years Behind the Broadcast Mic with Darren "Danger" Grieve | Real English Conversations for Global Professionals 45:05

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In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, host Curtis Davies sits down with Darren "Danger" Grieve, a 35-year, multi-award-winning broadcasting professional and one of Vancouver's most recognizable radio personalities. Darren built a long and successful career across some of Canada's biggest stations — Sonic Radio 104.9 FM, 96.9 Ja…

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The Must-Buy Gift From Every City Cast City (Including Seattle!) 46:43

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Join City Cast Seattle host Jane C. Hu alongside fellow hosts from Austin, Chicago, DC, Denver, Las Vegas, Madison, Nashville, Philly, Pittsburgh, Portland, Salt Lake, and the Twin Cities for a special episode that’ll help you knock out your holiday shopping early and support small businesses around the country. From a handlebar mount (and app!) th…

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Is the Space Needle Passé? Plus, Holiday Week Headlines 34:32

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Today on the podcast, we’re discussing if Seattle iconography needs a refresh, whether there’s such a thing as overemployment, and a lightning round of Seattle news updates ahead of the holidays. Jane is joined by contributor Brett Hamil and producer Sam J Leeds to discuss all of the above, plus a tiny increase in Seattle sales tax. Want to get in …

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What a PNW Netflix Movie Says About Film Production in Seattle Right Now 29:23

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Today, Jane C. Hu is joined by Chase Hutchinson to discuss Train Dreams, the new film on Netflix that was shot here in the Pacific Northwest and is arriving with a lot of Oscar buzz. They discuss the film, but also a lot of recent local film news about Harbour Island Studios and the recent ‘immediate’ departure of SIFF executive director Tom Mara. …

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Episode 11: A Spike Lee Joint SPECIAL: Do the Right Thing, Katrina: Come Hell and High Water & Highest 2 Lowest 19:59

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Send us a text This week - it’s all about Spike Lee. Heat. History. And the pressure that pushes every one of his stories to the edge. Where a neighbourhood boils over. Every choice carries weight. And one street becomes a battleground for change. Where the water rises faster than the help. Systems fail in real time. And a city is left to survive w…

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The WA State Democratic Party on Katie Wilson, Starbucks Strikes, and ICE 38:43

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Today on City Cast Seattle, Jane is joined by Shasti Conrad, chair of the Washington State Democratic Party, and contributor Guy Oron to break down some of the big questions that came out of this election. They discuss what the slate of progressive democrats elected in Seattle tells the party about the future of democratic politics, how our elected…

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Big Changes to Local Homelessness Programs, Shake-Ups in City Gov, and What Is Seattle Nice? 34:11

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Today on City Cast Seattle, Erica C. Barnett, founder of the news site PubliCola, joins Jane and Sam to talk about federal policy changes that mean big cuts to local homelessness programs and shake-ups in city and county government. Plus, what exactly is Seattle Nice? Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠…

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🎙️The History Of Human Connection, Psychology & High-Performance Communication with Bob Phibbs | Real English Conversations For Global Professionals 37:49

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In this powerful episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, host Curtis Davies sits down with Bob Phibbs — The Retail Doctor®, one of the world's most recognized retail strategists, communication experts, and global keynote speakers. Bob has trained more than 250,000 sales professionals worldwide, helped global brands like LEGO, Brother, an…

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Trump Threats, Shroom Trips Gone Wrong, and the Seattle Dog Origin Story 36:17

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Today on the show, Host Jane C. Hu is joined by contributors Lex Vaughn and Eula Scott Bynoe to discuss how the deadline of the World Cup has Seattle cleaning house as well as the benefits and perils of decriminalizing psychedelics in the wake of a former Alaska Airlines pilot trying to shut off the engines to a plane in part due to a shroom trip g…

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Bezos’ New AI Company, Bird Flu’s Back, and a Seattle General Strike? 32:19

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Today on the show, Host Jane C. Hu chats with writer, performer, and cartoonist behind the weekly series Doom Loop, Brett Hamil, and City Cast Executive Producer Ashley Smith about whether or not Seattle could go on a general strike, just like it did about a 100 years ago. They also talk about the news that Jeff Bezos has launched a new AI company,…

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The Transit System That Never Was, Cuffing Season, and Peak Seattle 26:04

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The election is over, the leaves have fallen, the rain is here… is this peak Seattle? Host Jane C. Hu chats about the best Seattle activities to do once all the tourists clear out for the season with Creative Producer Liam Billingham and Social Media Prince Ben Keenan. Liam also gives us a historic look into the two mass transit plans Seattleites r…

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Episode 10: Uncut Gems, Dave & MaXXXine 20:26

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Send us a text This week — it’s all about the chase. Ambition. Delusion. And what it takes to stay in the spotlight. Where risk becomes routine. A gambler on the edge. A rapper playing himself. A star built from VHS dreams. Where identity is performance. Every bet is a confession. Every lyric is a mask. Every role is a reinvention. Where success be…

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Bruce Harrell Concedes, SoDo Housing Struggles, and Passport Advice for Trans Folks 31:18

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Today on City Cast Seattle, Jane is joined by creative producer Sam J. Leeds and executive producer Ashley Smith as they discuss the potential end to an apartment development in SODO, how federal policy is affecting travel for trans people, and alternatives to your pumpkin spice latte during the Starbucks workers' strike. Plus, current Mayor Bruce …

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Identity Politics, Seattle Speed Limits, and What’s Going On With Canlis 33:18

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Barring something shocking, Katie Wilson is Seattle’s next mayor. With a campaign cycle heavily focused on insider and outsider status, identity politics, and class, what actually resonated with voters? Today, Jane welcomes Seattle locals Marcus Harrison Green and Eula Scott Bynoe to discuss which candidate takes the bus and what that says about Se…

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🎙️The History Of The Sister Podcast Of The Real English Conversations Podcast That Transforms How Professionals Speak English Naturally (The English Phrasal Verb Podcast by Teacher Curtis) | Real English ... 8:00

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In this week's episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, host Curtis Davies reveals a powerful secret that even many loyal listeners don't know: there's another Real English Conversations podcast, what we call A Sister Podcast, that's been quietly helping learners around the world for over 10 years: 👉 The English Phrasal Verb Podcast. If y…

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Katie Wilson Is Seattle’s Next Mayor, Probably! 30:48

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Seattle’s ballot count just updated, and Katie Wilson is likely our next mayor. Our host Jane C. Hu is joined by Hannah Krieg from The Burner and independent journalist Chase Hutchinson to talk about the latest. Plus, SDOT just released a video on scooter etiquette—because apparently we need a reminder on how not to be jerks. And finally, since whe…

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Food Truck Crack Down, Feds Tapping Local “Flock” Cameras, and the Election Drags On 34:36

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Today on City Cast Seattle, we’re giving you the latest election updates and Jane is joined by Creative Producer Sam J Leeds and Contributor Brett Hamil to discuss Seattle’s network of surveillance cameras and who they put at risk. Plus, hear about the restaurant that gave Brett a $1,000 dental bill and why he still goes back. Want to get in touch?…

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Seattle Isn’t Boring, You Are! Plus, Ballot Delays and Sea-Tac Strategies 28:59

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We’re (STILL) waiting to find out who will be our next mayor, but that won’t stop us from talking about it! Today on City Cast Seattle, Jane is joined by Creative Producer Liam Billingham and Social Media Expert Ben Keenan to discuss why these ballots are taking so long to count. Plus, ways to survive Sea-Tac Airport delays and why Seattle isn’t bo…

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Episode 9: The Running Man, Alice in Borderland & The Long Walk 16:17

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Send us a text This week, it’s all about control — and what happens when we lose it. A dystopian game show where death is entertainment. A digital purgatory where every choice is judged. And a journey that never ends because stopping means dying. From Stephen King’s The Running Man, to Alice in Borderland, and The Long Walk - three stories obsessed…

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Election Firsts, the Mayoral Waiting Game, and the Great Pizza Debate 30:47

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We still don’t know who Seattle’s next mayor is, but we do have other election results! So, today on City Cast Seattle, Jane is joined by the editor of The Needling Lex Vaughn and executive producer Ashley Smith to discuss some of the big firsts from this election, why the psychiatrist who named Seasonal Affective Disorder has 13 lights in their ho…

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How Seattle Voted, Ballot Measures Explained, and More Election Updates 31:33

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Today on City Cast Seattle, we’re getting you caught up on election results and everything else we know so far! Marcus Harrison Green, founder of the South Seattle Emerald and Ryan Packer, contributing editor at The Urbanist both join the show. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You ca…

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🎙️The History Of Reinventing Yourself and Finding Purpose Again with Nick Shelton | Real English Conversations for Global Professionals 32:45

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In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, host Curtis Davies talks with Nick Shelton, bestselling author, TEDx international speaker, and creator of The Reset Button, a six-phase reinvention framework for people navigating life transitions and rediscovering purpose. Nick's journey is one of transformation, courage, and quiet streng…

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Young Voter Numbers Look Bad, Debunking a Viral Rumor, and Seattle Shifts Left? 28:15

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Today on City Cast Seattle, Hannah Krieg from The Burner and journalist Chase Hutchinson talk about what's driving low young voter turnout, when to expect election results, what our mayoral race says about Seattle's opinions on incumbents, and so much more. Plus, we get to the bottom of the rumors around our recent breaking news story about local m…

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Why City Hall is Obsessed with These Puppet Videos 26:09

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It’s the very first episode of City Cast Seattle! Election Day is a wild day to launch, so we’re leaning into it by having our first-ever guest be… a puppet?! Seattle Channel (or SC for short) joins host Jane C. Hu to talk about the reality of city council meetings, the vibes of local politicians, and some last-minute election thoughts. You’ll also…

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Episode 8 - Predator (1987), Murderbot & Fantastic Four: First Steps 19:38

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Send us a text This week - it’s all about control. Power. Purpose. And what it means to lose both. From a jungle that stares back, to a droid that starts to think and a team of heroes still learning what being human really means. Predator (1987) — where the hunter becomes the hunted. A brutal, sweaty fever dream of war and survival. Murderbot (2024…