Shower thoughts: Musings on a trip through Ireland
In this edition of Shower Thoughts: Upon returning from a trip through Ireland, Ron Upshaw reflects upon the experience and both US and Irish politics.8 years ago
Shower Thoughts: NFL policies; Trump’s Twitter in court; and the Space Needle
In this edition of Shower Thoughts, Ron ponders the NFL's new anthem policy and notes how odd it is for a president's Twitter account to end up on court.8 years ago
Sorry Seattle, City of Tacoma is crushing it right now
A lot can be said - good and bad - about Seattle and Tacoma. But right now, Tacoma's quality of life and business is ahead of the Emerald City.8 years ago
Considering Mario Batali in a #MeToo allegation era
How do you handle a situation when a celebrity you admire faces allegations of sexual abuse? I consider this #MeToo factor as I read more and more about Mario Batali.8 years ago
Remembering Seattle rock legend Chris Cornell
It's been one year since we lost Chris Cornell, a Seattle music icon. He was among a few artists we lost last year. There was just something so special about them.8 years ago
Seattle leaders have the carrot and stick approach all backwards
Seattle's leaders are using the old carrot and stick approach, but unfortunately they seem to have it all backwards when it comes to business and homelessness.8 years ago
Shower thoughts: An apology; and the best politician in Seattle
In this edition of Shower Thoughts, Ron offers an apology to people with service animals, and contemplates Seattle politics, including the city's greatest politician.8 years ago
Let’s be honest about service animals and traveling
American Airlines has updated its policies on service animals, and it's perfect. Let's be honest, some animals shouldn't be flying.8 years ago
Does the City of Seattle have an economist in the room?
There was more head tax drama in Seattle Monday. But what are the city's experts saying? Is there an economist in the room? Hello? Is this thing on?8 years ago
Shower thoughts: Mother’s Day, Kaepernick, and Childish Gambino
Time to take a break from Seattle's head tax drama and meditate on a few shower thoughts from baseball, SIFF, and some thoughts on our American culture.8 years ago
Seattle’s results on homelessness speak for themselves
Results speak for themselves. Perhaps that's why there aren't too many success stories to be told about Seattle's approach to the homelessness crisis.8 years ago
Seattle leaders are addicts and they are headed for rock bottom
City of Seattle leaders are addicts. Not to drugs. They are addicted to power and money -- tax money in this case. Like many addicts, they are hitting rock bottom.8 years ago
Does Amazon pay any taxes?
Shouldn’t we really be looking at the city leaders that collected all the tax and be asking, “Why aren’t you doing more?”8 years ago
7 points: What Seattle leaders should know about homeless solutions
While I don't have all the answers, may I offer up seven pragmatic thoughts on Seattle homelessness. Because city leaders' approaches to the homeless issue keeps failing us.8 years ago
Why we live here: The Seattle summer is just over the horizon
The Seattle summer is just over the horizon with day trips, concerts, food, and much more. Be grateful. This is the reason we put up with the rain, greedy politicians, traffic and other woes.8 years ago
Shower thoughts: Waterproof coffee and going ‘plant slant’
In this edition of Ron Upshaw's shower thoughts: What is a "plant slant" diet? And are you losing your mind over the Boy Scouts changing their name? Really?!8 years ago
Seattle’s Bumbershoot 2018 is more like bummer, shoot
Bumbershoot use to be cool. Now? Meh. It used to be a top festival. Now top acts are bypassing Seattle for lesser-known events. This year's lineup proves that.8 years ago
Why Seattle city officials are our worst friends
When it comes to Seattle politics, our city leaders are like the unreliable friends who always flake out on you. In this case, however, they end up costing you money.8 years ago
Legalize it: Can we just get over sports betting already?
It's long overdue that we admit sports betting should not be illegal. Amid this time of deregulation, I'm hoping the Supreme Court will knock down gambling laws.8 years ago
Shower thoughts: Trump scandals, sports, and a scary bike ride
In this edition of Shower Thoughts: Trump scandals, music, gambling, basketball, the NFL, and the latest reason Rachel Belle is awesome.8 years ago
I’m the latest bicycling victim of Seattle’s trolley tracks
It happened so fast. One second I'm cruising along on my bike. And the next I'm on my back in the middle of the road. The Seattle trolley tracks got me.8 years ago
Two TV, movie recommendations that you should not miss
Ron Upshaw has two recommendations for you to watch -- one on the big screen and another for at home on the couch with some popcorn.8 years ago
Seattle has problems, but this city is worth it
Seattle has problems. Big problems. And I saw nearly all of them walking through downtown. But I also saw why this city is so great and worth fighting for.8 years ago
