May 31, 2024
On this week-in-review, Crystal is joined by Seattle political reporter, editor of PubliCola, and co-host of the Seattle Nice podcast, Erica Barnett!
They discuss:
Gubernatorial Candidate Mullet Files Ethics Complaint Against Ferguson
Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz Demoted After Discrimination Allegations
Sue...
May 28, 2024
State Senator Patty Kuderer joins Hacks & Wonks to discuss her run for Insurance Commissioner - pledging to be a strong consumer advocate, push for universal healthcare, and get tough on insurance companies. She touts her legislative record and experience as an attorney representing policyholders.
As always, a full text...
May 24, 2024
On this week-in-review, Crystal is joined by Pulitzer Prize winning journalist and Founder and Editor of The Needling, Lex Vaughn!
They discuss:
PayUp Legislation Repeal Sparks Controversy and Recusal Issues in Seattle City Council
Another Discrimination Lawsuit Against SPD
Police Recruitment and Standards
May 21, 2024
On this topical show, Crystal welcomes Edmund Witter, Senior Managing Attorney at the King County Bar Association's Housing Justice Project, for a conversation about how the eviction crisis is exacerbating an already dire situation as Washington state grapples with record homelessness.
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May 17, 2024
On this week-in-review, Crystal is joined by Chair of People Power Washington, Shannon Cheng!
They discuss:
Three Bob Fergusons File for Governor During Filing Week in Republican Stunt
Boeing Faces Criminal Prosecution for 737 MAX Crashes
Gig Worker Pay Protections Face Repeal Amid Political Tensions and Mayoral...