Conversations with Doug Duin

Brandon Riley from Window Nation stops by to talk about the community focused charitable arm of the work being done at Window Nation, including their work with the Wounded Warrior Project, Fred Hutch, and others.

Emma is proud to announce Malia Razzaia, Executive Director (CEO) of Dress for Success Seattle as this week's Women Owned Wednesday business. Malia shares all of the great work being done by her and her team to support women in our community, including teaching digital and financial literacy, as well as career support, and how you can take advantage of that work or support.

Julie talks about the work being done by the Girl Scouts, including the upcoming cookie program. She gives us insight into how the program helps the scouts, and the organization, as well as insight on how we can support and order our haul of cookies.

Trish Twomey, Director of the Washington Food Coalition sits with me to discuss the food insecurity facing our country and state, and what resources are available, including 211. She also shares how those more fortunate can help.

Trina Cottingham, the new President and CEO of Make a Wish Alaska and Washington joins me to talk about the work being done by Make a Wish. She talks about the evolution of the program, the future of the program heading into its 40th year, and how you can help make wishes a reality for kids in our community.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Aubrey Zoli and Angela Motley join me to talk about Making Strides. Angela is a Portraits of Hope Honoree, and shares her personal cancer journey. We also talk about the upcoming walks, as well as the different programs available through Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.

Author of the book 'Seven Blackbirds' Helen Winslow Black talks about domestic violence, the challenges the abused face, and resources available to get out of an abusive situation.

Sydney talks with me about her personal relationship with suicide, the work being done at AFSP, and how you can participate in the Out of the Darkness walk and support suicide prevention.

John Sanbonmatsu, Associate Professor of Philosophy at the Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Massachusetts and author of the book, THE OMNIVORE’S DECEPTION: What We Get Wrong about Meat, Animals, and Ourselves joins me to talk about the impact that raising and slaughtering animals for food consumption has on us, the ecology, and the animals. He answers the question of whether or not we can ethica...

Seattle Sounder, Paul Arriola and his wife Akela join to talk about their families battles with cancer. They share their very personal stories along with the work being done by the American Cancer Society.

Jacintha joins me to talk about her organization, Saving Great Animals. She talks about the work they do rescuing, rehabilitating, fostering, and re-homing wonderful dogs. She also talks about how you can help by rescuing a dog, fostering, donating, or even joining their annual fundraising gala, The Bark Benefit.

Brandon talks with me about the work being done at Seattle Humane Society before next weekend's Tuxes and Tails Gala.

Leticia, Executive director of The PATHfinder Network joins us to talk about the book Home and Away where youth who are impacted by an incarcerated parent share their art, poetry, and writing. She shares the challenges these kids face, and offers insight on what we can do to help, and be more aware.

Aaron Kupchik, Professor of Sociology and Criminal Justice at the University of Delaware, and author of the book SUSPENDED EDUCATION: School Punishment and the Legacy of Racial Injustice joins me to talk about the history of school suspension and the harm it is doing to students, as well as alternatives to the practice

Cassi Prince joins me from the American Cancer Society to talk about the work being done, and programs available to those affected by a cancer diagnosis, as well as family support. She also talks about the upcoming 'Relay for Life' happening at Mt. Tahome H.S. on May 17th and how you can participate.

Doctor Laurel Soot and proffessor Tamara Boynton-Howard talk about the recent student led blood pressure program at Bellevue College, and why it's important for us to know our numbers

Dionne joins me to talk about how law, policy, and politics shape American youth sports.

Jeannette joins me to talk about the great work being done by Make-A-Wish Alaska and Washington, how you can help, and how you can join us for Wish Night with the Mariners on Saturday April 26th

John Legend joins me to talk about his upcoming Christmas show, coming to Seattle. He also talks about the 20th anniversary of his debut album 'Get Lifted', his philinthropic efforts with his Show me Campaign, and about his new album, 'My Favorite Dream'

Jason Springs, author and professor at the University of Notre Dame joins me to talk about restorative justice, and how it varies and would improve upon our retributive justice system. He shares first hand accounts of ways our justice system could improve. 

Sabrina Strings, author of the book, "The End of Love" joins us to talk about the shift in how we see and engage in "romantic" relationships. She shares what she sees as the end of traditional love, as well as the influence of sexism and racism in this shift. 

Johnna joins us for the 3rd time to talk about the work being done at the AFSP, along with sharing resources like 9-8-8 for those of us who may be struggling with their mental health, or suicidal ideation. She also talks about how you can help out, including the upcoming fundrasing auction in Burien on June 27th

Seahawks legend, Doug Baldwin stopped by to chat with me about his organization, Champions of Change. Along with his former teamates and partners, Cliff Avril and Michael Bennett, Champions of Change aims to help out multiple charities and community partners including Noursishing Champions which aims to make sure no student althete goes hungry. He also talks about their celebrity basketball game h...

Dr. Yang and Jenae Goldfinch join me to talk about stroke awareness. They discuss the warning signs and causes of a stroke, as well as preventative measures. Jenae shares her story of when she had a stroke. 

Jonathan Fanning joins me to discuss how important creativity is in everything we do, from relationships to finances to business decisions. He explains the steps to changing your perspective and ask better questions to get better results out of life.