Seattle News, Views, and Brews
Understand what's brewing in Seattle area politics, in about the time it takes to have a coffee break!
Episodes
305 episodes
2026 Episode 5: Tech Sector Layoffs Troubling Seattle, Evictions Hit Record High, and More
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of ...
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Season 7
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Episode 5
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28:52
2026 Episode 4: Washington State's ICE Response, Mayor Wilson's New Department Head Choices, and More
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of ...
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Season 7
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Episode 4
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28:42
2026 Episode 3: Can Seattle Keep ICE Out?, SPD Protest Questions, Social Housing's Future
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of ...
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Season 7
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Episode 3
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31:10
Patrons-First Podcast: Surveillance Cams, Police Contracts, and More with Councilmember Bob Kettle
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Are you concerned about the federal government's use of municipal surveillance video? Wondering what the City of Seattle got out of the recently-appro...
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Season 7
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Episode 2
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36:59
2026 Episode 1: Mayor Wilson Sworn In, Drug Arrest/Diversion Policy Controversy, and More
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of ...
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Season 7
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Episode 1
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29:18
2025 Episode 50: Flooding Response, Comprehensive Plan Vote and More at Patrons Appreciation Year-End Event!
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of ...
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Season 6
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Episode 50
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28:25
2025 Episode 49: Split Vote on Police Union Agreement, Affordable Housing Bailout, and More
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of ...
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Season 6
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Episode 49
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27:34
2025 Episode 48: New Councilmember Eddie Lin, Mayor-Elect Wilson's Leadership Team, State Budget Concerns
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of ...
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Season 6
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Episode 48
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27:09
2025 Episode 47: City Budget Finalized, Mayor-Elect Wilson's Transition Team, and More
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of ...
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Season 6
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Episode 47
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28:11
2025 Episode 46: Trump Targets Wilson/World Cup, City Council Raises Permit Prices, and Homelessness Funding Concerns
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of ...
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Season 6
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Episode 46
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28:39
2025 Episode 45: Wilson Likely Next Mayor, Top SPD Civilians Fired, Public Records Concerns, and More
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of ...
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Season 6
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Episode 45
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29:01
2025 Episode 44: Early Election Results, Food Benefit Concerns, and More
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of ...
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Season 6
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Episode 44
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27:45
2025 Episode 43: Interpreting New Mayoral Polling, New SPOG Contract, and Amazon Job Cuts
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of ...
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Season 6
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Episode 43
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28:29
2025 Episode 42: "Cautious Optimism" on Economic Forecast, School Resource Officer Plan Rejected, Nude Beach Update
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of ...
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Season 6
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Episode 42
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28:11
2025 Episode 41: Multifamily Tax Exemption Debate, Crisis Care Center Concerns, and More
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of ...
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Season 6
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Episode 41
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29:10
Patrons-First Podcast: Rachel Smith, Outgoing President & CEO of the Seattle Metro Chamber
Where is Seattle's local economy headed amid concerns over downtown office vacancies, new state and local taxes on businesses, and federal tariff policies? It's a patrons-first episode of Seattle News, Views & Brews, where you can always le...
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Season 6
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Episode 40
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30:19
2025 Episode 39: Budget Public Hearings Begin, Federal Shutdown Impacts, ICE Influence in Seattle, and More
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of ...
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Season 6
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Episode 39
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28:26
2025 Episode 38: Pushing Back Against Threats of National Guard Federalization, CARE and the Council Budget Process, and More
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of ...
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Season 6
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Episode 38
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28:58
2025 Episode 37: Mayor's Budget Proposal, Did the Comprehensive Plan Deliver?, and More
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of ...
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Season 6
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Episode 37
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28:52
2025 Episode 36: Mayor's Race Fundraising Flip, Comprehensive Plan Challenges, and More
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of ...
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Season 6
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Episode 36
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29:23
2025 Episode 35: City Surveillance Concerns, Are SOAP and SODA Laws Working?, and More
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of ...
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Season 6
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Episode 35
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28:27
2025 Episode 34: Light Rail Cost Estimates Soaring, Labor Endorsements Battle in Mayor's Race, Design Review Debate, and More
Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of ...
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Season 6
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Episode 34
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28:51
2025 Episode 33 - Patrons-First Podcast! Seattle Tourism: Impacts, Successes, and Challenges, with Visit Seattle CEO Tammy Canavan!
Your favorite coffee break political podcast turns its attention to Seattle tourism this week, with special guest Tammy Canavan, CEO of the nonprofit tourist advocate group Visit Seattle! Host
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Season 6
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Episode 33
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28:18