Seattle Medium Rhythm & News Podcast

The defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks are approaching the 2026 season with a strategy to reload rather than rebuild. Despite key departures, including Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III, the team is implementing strategic moves to maintain its competitive standing. Possessing limited draft capital, the Seahawks utilized their first-round selection to acquire Notre Dame running back Jad...

The Seattle and King County Clinic is set to offer free dental, vision, and medical services from April 23 through April 26 at Seattle Center. This four-day event will provide essential care to individuals without requiring insurance, identification, or proof of residency. A decade-long effort, the clinic has already served over 33,000 people across the region and anticipates assisting more than 3...

Urban Connoisseurs will host the Men, Wine, and Spirits Dinner in Seattle, an event designed to celebrate Black excellence within the wine and spirits industry. The dinner will showcase an array of Black winemakers and distillers, while simultaneously honoring the pioneering legacy of John June Lewis Sr., recognized as the first Black winery owner in the United States. While tickets for the curren...

Detective Denise "Cookie" Bouldin, a trusted figure in Seattle law enforcement and a bridge between the police department and communities of color, has reached a $750,000 settlement with the City of Seattle following allegations of decades of racial and gender discrimination within the Seattle Police Department. While the settlement legally closes the case, her attorney, James Bible, asserts it do...

Community advocate Deaunte Damper has been named a grand marshal for the 2026 Seattle Pride Parade, an honor recognizing his impactful work at the intersection of Black identity, public health, and LGBTQ advocacy. This development aligns with Seattle Pride 2026's theme, "Rally," which underscores unity, visibility, and collective action in response to increasing challenges faced by LGBTQIA2S+ comm...

Experts assert that financial communication is paramount for the long-term success of relationships. Couples are advised to engage in open and honest discussions concerning shared expenses, debt, long-term objectives, and financial values. This collaborative financial planning is essential for shaping both daily life and future prospects. On the Rhythm & News Podcast to talk about how couples...

A coalition of 15 state attorneys general and the District of Columbia has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), challenging efforts to roll back key fair housing protections, including the critical use of 'disparate impact.' Advocates warn that weakening these safeguards could impede accountability for discriminatory practices and exacerbate housing d...

iUrban Teen is set to host its Illuminating Futures: Seattle Gala 2026 on Saturday, April 4, at Block 41. The event serves as a crucial fundraiser, supporting programs designed to equip young individuals with skills for careers in STEM, leadership, and innovation. The gala will feature a performance by Grammy Award-winning artist Howard Hewett and a distinctive "Sneaker Balling" experience, blendi...

Washington state's Covenant Homeownership Program, a pioneering initiative, aims to rectify historical systemic exclusion of Black, Indigenous, and other communities of color from homeownership. Championed by State Representative Jamila Taylor, the program offers crucial down payment and closing cost assistance, enabling hundreds of families to achieve homeownership and build generational wealth....

Seattle native Kyla Marks, a fourth-year dental student at Meharry Medical College, has been crowned Miss Meharry, becoming the first student from Washington state to earn the title. This historic achievement reflects her journey rooted in resilience, representation, and a deep commitment to serving underserved communities through healthcare. Interview by Chris B. Bennett.

The Church by the Side of the Road, in collaboration with the Low Income Housing Institute, has inaugurated CBSR Village, a 40-unit tiny home community in Tukwila. This initiative aims to offer shelter, stability, and supportive services to individuals, couples, and families experiencing homelessness. Rev. Terrence Proctor, senior pastor of the Church by the Side of the Road, elaborated on the vil...

Young people across Washington are taking significant steps to advance mental health support within their communities, utilizing leadership, peer support, and advocacy. The Therapy Fund Foundation is at the forefront of this initiative through its Youth Mental Health Ambassador Program, which equips young individuals to aid their peers and dismantle the stigma associated with mental health, with a...

The City of Seattle is enhancing early learning opportunities by expanding the Seattle Preschool Program to include approximately 2,600 seats citywide, with an additional 100 seats funded through the Family Education Preschool and PromiseLevy. This initiative, free for most families, seeks to deliver high-quality early education to children from diverse backgrounds, equipping them for future succe...

A new musical titled Aviatrix, penned by veteran journalist Angela Poe Russell, chronicles the inspiring journey of Bessie Coleman, the pioneering aviator who became the first Black and Native American woman to secure a pilot's license. The full production is set to premiere this spring at the Seattle Public Theatre. However, audiences can catch an exclusive preview during the Seattle Association...

The People of Color Against AIDS Network (POCAAN), a pivotal health service provider in the Pacific Northwest, has announced the appointment of Ernest Walker as its new executive director. A Seattle native and University of Washington alumnus, Walker brings extensive community ties and national nonprofit leadership experience to the position. Established in 1987 in response to the AIDS epidemic, P...

Financial stress is a pervasive issue affecting individuals' mental and physical health. Experts in the financial sector recommend actionable strategies to alleviate this burden. Key measures include pinpointing the underlying causes of financial strain, devising a feasible budget, and establishing an emergency savings fund. Incremental actions can substantially enhance financial resilience and mi...

The Seattle Medium's Rhythm & News Podcast commemorates the legacy of Rev. Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr., a pivotal figure in the civil rights movement and former presidential candidate. The episode includes insights from Hazel Trice Edney, editor-in-chief of the Trice Edney News Wire, who shares her personal and professional experiences with Rev. Jackson. Additionally, the discussion addresses the...

The closure of the Richmond Free Press, a distinguished Black newspaper, has heightened concerns regarding the precarious state of local journalism within the Black Press. For nearly two centuries, Black-owned newspapers have been pivotal in chronicling history, advocating for accountability, and safeguarding narrative power in communities frequently neglected by mainstream media. The loss of such...

Byrd Barr Place in Seattle will host its inaugural community science fair, "Our Science Fair: Energy Conservation Matters," on February 28th from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. This free event will offer interactive experiments, resource tables, information on summer youth programs, and cash incentives for participants. The fair seeks to celebrate the contributions of Black innovators in science, technology, a...

The nation is mourning the loss of Rev. Jesse Louis Jackson Sr., the civil rights icon, two-time presidential candidate, founder of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, and a global advocate for justice and human rights. He passed away at the age of 84, closing a chapter on more than half a century of activism that reshaped American politics and expanded the possibilities of Black political power. While mu...

The Seattle Medium's Rhythm & News Podcast explores the perennial question of whether it is the right time to buy or sell a home. Housing advocates and professionals assert that it is always the right time to purchase a home, emphasizing the importance of individual readiness. Linda Taylor, Director of Housing for the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle, offers guidance on planning and resour...

The high school winter sports season is concluding, marking the commencement of playoffs in Seattle, where Metro League basketball is at the forefront. Tara Davis, the Director of Athletics for Seattle Public Schools, provides insights into Metro League sports on the Seattle Medium's Rhythm & News Podcast. Interview by Chris B. Bennett.

This weekend, Seattle will capture the attention of the football world as the Seattle Seahawks face the New England Patriots in Super Bowl 60, vying for the NFL championship. For Seahawks fans, this game holds special significance, and JB, co-host of Gametime Sports on 1620 AM KYIZ, will provide insights into the game, the team, and the broader implications of the Super Bowl.  Interview by Chris B...

The Pacific Northwest is set to commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. Quintard Taylor Jr., a distinguished historian and the founder of BlackPast.org, during a special Celebration of Life and Black History in Kent this Saturday. Dr. Taylor, who passed away in September, was renowned for his mentorship, visionary leadership, and unwavering dedication to the preservation of Black history, with a fo...

The United States Postal Service has implemented a policy change regarding postmarks that could significantly affect voting and healthcare access. The updated rule specifies that postmarks now indicate the date mail is first processed at a sorting facility, rather than when it is deposited in a mailbox. This alteration could lead to the rejection of ballots or healthcare documents if they are post...