City Cast Seattle

Today on City Cast Seattle, we start with an incredibly local story: Joining host Jane C. Hu is Jed Sundwall, founder of the Downtown Loyal Heights project, which aims to purchase an $8.8 million redevelopment site at the corner of NW 80th and 24th Ave NW. Jed tells Jane how he decided to try to purchase land he has always wanted to develop, and how he’s taken on a big project despite having littl...

Today on the podcast, Jane is joined by contributor and Urbanist contributing editor Ryan Packer to catch us up on the latest from Sound Transit’s controversial decision to defer The Ballard Link Extension, and also the appeals to Seattle’s Comprehensive Plan, and why they maybe shouldn’t have happened. They are also joined by comedian, cartoonist, and contributor Brett Hamil, who brings the cheer...

Today on the podcast, host Jane C. Hu is joined by City Cast Seattle contributors Hannah Krieg of The Burner and Guy Oron of Gossip Guy to talk about the latest on all sorts of issues: The controversy over the residents of Aurora Ave trying to take matters into their own hands and stop shootings, the news that PCC workers are striking over a watermelon pin and what it represents, ICE moving around...

Today on the show, Jane is joined by producers Ashley and Liam to dig into their summer bingo cards – think of a three ferry bike ride and seeing the DubSea Fish Sticks when Mariners tickets get too expensive. Then they discuss what Seattle has going on this June, from the most wholesome place to watch the FIFA World Cup (the library) to the city’s best Pride event (gays eating garlic bread in the...

Today on the podcast Jane C. Hu is joined by contributors Brett Hamil and Marcus Harrison Green, as well as special guest Glenn Nelson, journalist and founder of the Trail Posse, to discuss his op-ed about why this summer’s expansion of Lake Washington Boulevard Bicycle Weekends is another ‘erosion of one of the very few simple pleasures enjoyed by the BIPOC and other marginalized communities that...

Today’s episode of City Cast Seattle is all about, well, Seattle. First host Jane C. Hu chats with contributor Chase Hutchinson and creative producer Liam Billingham about whether Seattle truly is the most livable city in the U.S. Then Jane is joined by contributor Marcus Harrison Green and audience development manager Ben Keenan to break down Charles Mudede’s piece about how real cities have bode...

Today on the podcast, host Jane C. Hu is joined by regular contributors Chase Hutchinson and Hannah Krieg to talk through the organizing, labor, and politics that are happening now. Then they dig into former Mayor Bruce Harrell’s next move, Seattle Social Housing Developers first big purchase, and some updates to Gas Works Park and the Washington State Ferry. Plus, ice cream aficionado James Douth...

Today on the podcast, host Jane C. Hu is joined by Elisheba Wokoma, co-founder and curator of the community art center Wa Na Wari, and their upcoming art fair, Black Graduation. Jane and Elisheba talk about Wa Na Wari’s plan to create a fun, community-oriented event, the fact that you don’t need to be rich to collect art, and how the organization wants to respond to the needs of their community. L...

Today on the podcast, host Jane C. Hu is joined by regular contributors Marcus Harrison Green and Chase Hutchinson to talk about the state of worker-owned collective businesses in Seattle. Does Rainier Beach’s Jude’s show us a path forward to alternatives to big business threatening to leave the state, and why isn’t the media focusing more on success than failure? Then, Chase tells us about the un...

City Cast Twin Cities host Sean McPherson hosts this showdown where 12 City Cast reps, including City Cast Seattle host Jane Hu, compete head-to-head and debate which city is the best for a weekend trip this summer. From hot tub boats (exactly what they sound like) to epic outdoor summer festivals, our hosts are bringing the best of what their city has to offer this season. Can Jane beat out her c...

Today on the podcast, Jane C. Hu is joined by Cindi Barker, one of the original founders of Seattle Emergency Hub, to discuss how Seattle communities can prepare for disasters. Then Seattle Times’ education reporter Claire Bryan joins to discuss how new SPS superintendent Ben Shuldiner is doing, his clear passion for education, and his goal to make Seattle Public Schools’ ‘the country’s single gre...

Rumors of Starbucks' expansion to Nashville to "refocus its growth" have heightened an already-heated debate about whether or not Seattle and its new democratic socialist mayor are creating a hostile environment for big business. But with Tennessee offering generous tax incentives to corporations, what's really driving the move? City Cast Nashville executive producer Whitney Pastorek joins City Ca...

Contributors Eula Scott Bynoe and Guy Oron join host Jane C. Hu to talk about the state of public restrooms in Seattle ahead of the World Cup. Then they dive into the news that the weekly street newsletter Real Change is increasing in price, and what that could mean for your local Real Change vendor. Finally, a mailbag devoted to girl dinners and meals under $20. Learn more about the sponsors of t...

Today on the podcast, Jane talks with political consultant Crystal Fincher and contributor Marcus Harrison Green about the most consequential races to watch for the August primaries, including challenges to powerful incumbents and the role of progressive messaging in local politics. Then Marcus shares what motivated him to write his latest piece about surveillance, fear, and public safety policy....

Today on the podcast, Jane is joined by managing editor of Seattle Gay News, Madison Jones, to talk about a tip she received that the city may soon declare a civil emergency for LGBTQ+ refugees fleeing other U.S. states to live in Seattle. Madison explains the kinds of resources a civil emergency grants access to and the circumstances that have led to this moment. Then, producer Sam and contributo...

Today on the podcast, Jane is joined by author, chef, and Seattleite Kenji López-Alt. They talk about whether Seattle is a fine-dining town, recent scandals in the larger restaurant scene, what Kenji’s version of a “girl dinner" is, and lots more. Finally, Jane, producer Liam, and executive producer Ashley talk about the latest updates to the menu at Costco and its “calorie-heavy newcomer” dish of...

Today on the podcast, host Jane gets a first-hand account from contributor Hannah Krieg on this weekend’s Laurelhurst protest. While the protest was being planned, Seattle Children’s Hospital announced they’re asking the city for approval to remove the Medical Review Committee for helicopter landings. Jane dives into this change and then breaks down the latest challenge to the millionaires tax thr...

Today on the show, Jane is joined by Seattle Times’ tech reporter Alex Halverson and contributor Ryan Packer to discuss the news that Amazon wants to become a shipping giant like DHL and FedEx, and they also get into the severance being offered by Microsoft to some of its long-time employees. Next, Ryan talks about reporting people being hit by cars and how he recently became a part of his own rep...

Today on the podcast, Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson joins Jane to discuss her transition from transit organizer to city leader, the Denny Way bus lane announcement that caught international media attention, and what she would say to her critics who want her to make decisions with more urgency. They explore what goes on behind the scenes when Wilson’s administration announces a pause to evaluate city...

Today, Jane is joined by Contributor Chase Hutchinson and Filmmaker/Seattle Film Commissioner Champ Ensminger to talk about the new commercial initiative being put forward by the Office of Economic Development (read Margo Vansynghel’s piece here) and what it could mean for the future of film production in Seattle. Then, Liam Billingham joins Jane and his brother from another mother to discuss the...

Today on the podcast, Jane is joined by contributors Brett Hamil and Lex Vaughn to discuss the big news on social media: Helicopters transporting sick kids to the Children’s Hospital have to land at an alternate helipad unless the child is extremely critical. Jane goes into the history of the ‘strife’ between Laurelhurst and the hospital. Then they talk about the news that Mayor Katie Wilson’s adm...

Today, we’re taking stock of current labor organizing and union activity in Seattle. Jane starts off by speaking with Sarah Cherin, chief of staff of UFCW 3000, the union representing REI workers in their four-year struggle for a first contract. Sarah shares updates on the latest round of bargaining and gives insight into how worker conditions have changed since REI’s founding. Then, contributor H...

Today, Jane is joined by Dr. Janna Friedly, a professor at the University of Washington School of Medicine and executive director of UW Medicine’s Long Covid Clinic, to talk about the fact that long Covid is still here, how to recognize the symptoms, and the impact the Trump administration is having on long Covid resources. Next, Jane is joined by contributor Chase Hutchinson and his brother and p...

It’s May Day! Jane speaks with Liz Ford, associate professor of law at Seattle University, who explains Seattle’s growing unionization efforts and where to get help with questions about fair pay. Then Jane is joined by contributor Marcus Harrison Green and producer Liam to break down Mayor Katie Wilson’s announcement of new investments in childcare, free school meals, healthcare for students, and...

Today on the show, Jane is joined by producers Ashley, Sam, and Liam to discuss everything happening in May. From bike rides to film festivals, beer weeks to all sorts of good food, May is going to be a great and busy month. Oh, and also, we find out the origins of Ashley’s ‘Space Daddy’ tattoo!? What more could you ask for? Learn more about the sponsors of this April 30th episode: Travel Dundee S...