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4:11

Soundside's "Weekend Warmup" - Dec 5th-8th

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2024/12/05

Thanksgiving may be over, but there is still so much to celebrate this month. We're about 3 weeks out from Christmas and Hanukkah, then there's all the New Year festivities. If your calendar isn't already packed with wintry, holiday fun, we've got you covered. Soundside Producer Brooklyn Jamerson-Flowers made a list of weekend events for you to add to your list of end of year goodness. She even checked it twice. LINKS: Christmas Tree Lightings: Friday: Des Moines Friday: Duvall Saturday: West

7:50

Bellingham’s mobile van brings therapy to the client

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2024/12/05

It can be challenging for anyone to stay on top of their mental health. One organization in Bellingham has come up with a creative solution to make it easier for its clients to access consistent therapy. Lydia Place has turned a Ford Transit cargo van into a therapy office on wheels. Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network

19:54

What to read when the nights get long

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2024/12/05

Winter is here. The nights are long, cold, and let’s face it … dark. Instead of scrolling endlessly on Netflix, maybe rewatching Hot Frosty (you know, the one about the magical snowman who turns into a hot dude), why not escape into a good book instead? If you’re not sure where to start, no worries, we got you. We’ve got a panel of book nerds ready with some book recommendations to help you get through the season. Guests: Heidi Daniel, Executive Director of King County Library System Robert

6:25

Seattle City Councilmember Tammy Morales resigned today

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2024/12/05

Today, there was a surprise announcement from Seattle City Councilmember Tammy Morales. After 5 years on the council, Morales, the representative for the 2nd District, said she is resigning, effective January 6th. KUOW Investigative reporter Ashley Hiruko gives us some insight into the decision and the council. Guest: Ashley Hiruko, KUOW Investigative Reporter Related Links: KUOW - Seattle City Councilmember Tammy Morales steps down, citing harmful work environment Thank you to the supporters of

21:08

New reports say grease policies may be blocking small...

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2024/12/04

Tacoma can sometimes feel like a place for the little-er guy. Where an aspiring entrepreneur can start a small business without the hyper expensive rents and other daily costs of a city like Seattle. But, according to recent reporting by the News Tribune, one city regulation may be stifling small food businesses in Grit City. And it has to do with some of the … greasier parts of the job. Most cities, including Seattle and Tacoma, require restaurants to install machines that prevent grease, fat, and

9:30

Seattle Public School's budget woes continue

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2024/12/04

Seattle Public Schools continues to stare down a $100 million budget deficit. It’s a problem that’s sparked frustration, protests, and even a legal battle over the district’s leadership. Plans to close schools drew a lot of backlash— and have been shelved, for now. Yet, the question remains: how will the district balance its books? To help answer that question and a few more is KUOW’s education reporter Sami West. Guest: Sami West, KUOW Education Reporter Related Links: KUOW - Judge throws out

21:37

$20 for lettuce today, $50 tomorrow — how local food...

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2024/12/04

It’s Giving Tuesday, a day to take a pause from the holiday hustle and bustle, and give back to our community through charitable causes. One way a lot of people like to give back is by donating food or money to their local food bank. While grocery prices are stabilizing, grocery prices are up about 20% compared to four years ago. So how is inflation impacting food banks ahead of this holiday season? We put together a panel of three food bank organizers to get a better understanding of how

18:32

For Northwest loggers, work is a source of pride —...

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2024/12/03

Since the late 1800s, logging has been a major industry in the Pacific Northwest, and its impact on the region's economy and environment have been significant. For the towns that depend on logging, the profession comes with a lot of pride. But it’s also one of the most dangerous jobs in the United States. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, roughly 4 in 100,000 people die from injury at work. For loggers, it’s more than 10 times as much. Logging has always been dangerous work. But how it

26:03

Hear it again: Remembering the Battle of Seattle, 25...

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2024/12/03

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the WTO protests in Seattle, a raucous action by 50,000 protesters who descended on the city in the fall of 1999. Their aim? Shutting down a conference of top decision makers at the World Trade Organization. When this coalition of activists succeeded in stopping the WTO’s opening ceremonies, the “Battle of Seattle” became an inflection point in a growing struggle between advocates for free trade – and groups fighting for the rights of labor, farmers, the

13:09

Do WA students have enough time to eat? Investigating...

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2024/12/03

If you’re a parent with kids in public school, you’re likely familiar with the "lunch crunch." Across the state, a growing squeeze on lunchtimes is leading many students to eat lunch quickly -- if at all. A recent investigation from KING 5 reveals that many schools are falling short of meeting recommended lunch time benchmarks. This is critical time that helps kids stay full and focused throughout the day. Soundside's Diana Opong was joined by Chris Ingalls, KING 5 investigative reporter, to

7:07

For people who are incarcerated, fantasy football...

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2024/12/02

Fantasy football season is well underway, with many players excited about the upcoming playoffs. I know next to nothing about fantasy football and had to get a primer from Soundside Producer Alec Cowan, who is playing in KUOW’s league. He says it’s essentially regular people trying their hand at being NFL managers: drafting players, and forming rosters for each game. There are elaborate points systems based on how NFL players do each week. There’s a reason why people take part in fantasy leagues

50:56

Soundside's Producer Picks: AI vs Art, Roller Derby,...

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2024/11/26

Soundside is taking a break this week to celebrate Thanksgiving. Don’t worry - we’ll be back with new episodes next week. Until then, we’re bringing you some of our favorite stories from the show. Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Stories Featured: Artists vs AI: Indie creators are noticing the emergence of artificial

51:55

Soundside's producer picks: Sick pay, space...

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2024/11/25

Soundside is taking a break this week to celebrate Thanksgiving. Don’t worry - we’ll be back with new episodes next week. Until then, we’re bringing you some of our favorite stories from the show. Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Relevant Links: One option for slowing climate change? Block out the sun Seattle Synchro's

15:34

Canoeing the Columbia River from Montana to the Pacific

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2024/11/21

The first days of Robert Lester’s ambitious canoe journey started with a lot of walking. That start was in Butte, Montana on Silver Bow Creek -- the starting point of a 1300-mile trip through the Columbia River basin to the Pacific Ocean. Lester made the trip in a two seat canoe. He was joined by 18-year-old Braxton Mitchel, who’d never canoed beforehand. That journey took 55 days and is the focus of a new documentary from Lester and director Neil Larson, titled “The Columbia River Canoe Project.”

4:41

Soundside's "Weekend Warmup" - Nov 21st-24th

Soundside ·

2024/11/21

It’s been a week! The headlines, the bomb cyclone, being stuck without electricity... A LOT of us could use a way to disconnect and do something FUN this weekend, so to help with that, we’ve enlisted our resident Culture Nerd to find the best events! So, once again, here’s producer Jason Megatron Burrows with a few sneak peeks of things to keep you occupied this weekend… LINKS: Vitamin String Quartet Thursday - Seattle Friday - Bellingham Saturday - Spokane Sunday - Portland, OR (SOLD OUT)

13:41

Memory, music, and caretaking take center stage with...

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2024/11/21

Lucidity is a new opera staging its west coast premiere at the Seattle Opera tonight. The performance takes a deeper look at the personal impacts that a dementia diagnosis has on an individual, and their family. The opera follows Lili, a former singer who has a bit of a diva streak. Her adopted son, Dante, pauses his career as a pianist to care for his mom. Together, they navigate Lili’s declining memory, her ability to perform, and her struggle to hold onto the thing at the center of her life:

21:50

Jazz has a storied past in Seattle. But what about...

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2024/11/21

Seattle has a rich jazz history -- and you can’t talk about it without mentioning legends like Ray Charles and Quincy Jones. Both artists knew each other, as they grew their music chops right here in Seattle. Of course, we can’t forget to mention Kenny G. In the 1920s and 1930s jazz clubs were an escape during prohibition, and many of them lasted long after prohibition ended. For almost 45 years, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley has not only been one of the preeminent jazz clubs in Seattle, but also in the

12:17

With notable cases of bird flu in the Northwest, how...

Soundside ·

2024/11/21

Bird flu has spread at astonishing speed and with little discretion for what it infects. Since first emerging, the strain of H5N1 has infected wild birds, commercially raised chickens, seals, dairy cows, and, yes, even humans. Late last week, Woodland Park Zoo announced that a red breasted goose died in a suspected case of bird flu. The zoo quickly isolated birds and restricted access to them. Meanwhile, just north of Washington in British Columbia, a teenager was hospitalized in critical condition

16:36

A first of its kind state agency faces a slow start,...

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2024/11/20

Back in 2021, following calls for police reform after the murder of George Floyd, Washington state did something unique. Legislators created a state-funded agency to investigate instances of serious or fatal police use of force – even ones that had happened in the past. Many believe the Office of Independent Investigations has potential to improve trust between marginalized communities and law enforcement. But some say it’s taking the office too long to get going. So far, the OII hasn’t officially

23:58

Exit polls, gender gaps, and religion: understanding...

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2024/11/20

In the aftermath of the 2024 election, Democrats are confronting a possible existential threat: The erosion of support among important demographic groups, particularly Latinos. An example close to home helps illustrate the shift: In the 14th Legislative District, in the Yakima Valley, a newly redrawn map was supposed to strengthen Latino representation in the state House and Senate. Republicans even challenged the map in court, alleging it was built to win seats for Democrats. But as the dust

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