John Curley and Shari Elliker
John and Shari: Political pressure to forgive student loan debt is well-timed ahead of mid-term elections
President Joe Biden and Congress’ plan for student loan debt remains an outstanding question as Democrats look towards the midterm elections.27 days ago
John & Shari: Inflation has forced some people to adjust their tipping habits
Inflation is driving up prices lately on nearly everything, and it seems to be leading some people to tip less at restaurants and for other services.2 months ago
John Curley and Shari Elliker want story ideas from listeners
John Curley and Shari Elliker are looking for story ideas and could use your help. If it's good, you may even get a gift from John of his choosing.2 months ago
John & Shari: Seattle teachers can keep masking if they’re concerned about safety
In a change of plans, and against the union's wishes, masks will soon be optional for all teachers, staff, and students at Seattle schools.2 months ago
John & Shari: If Russell Wilson leaves Seattle, his home could be on the market
While everyone else is thinking about the football impacts of Russell Wilson leaving Seattle, John Curley is thinking about what will happen to his home.2 months ago
John & Shari: As state ends COVID mandates, some people can’t let go
King County's vaccine verification policy has ended and the state and county mask mandates end soon, so it will be up to individuals to choose.2 months ago
John Curley shares an Olympic story from 2002 with local star Apolo Ohno
Eight-time Olympic medalist Apolo Ohno, who is from Washington, speaks about the Wim Hof Method, the Olympics, and John’s 2002 soul patch stunt.3 months ago
John & Shari: Customers ‘being used for marketing’ at loud restaurant
John Curley recently went out to eat at a restaurant with friends that he says was loud, and "not designed for people over 50."3 months ago
John & Shari: Seattle Uber riders rated second-worst among US cities
According to a new rating, the worst Uber riders are in New York City, Seattle, D.C., and Boston. But there are a few ways you can improve your score.3 months ago
John Curley was once a ‘very pale’ extra on ‘Baywatch’
KIRO Newsradio host Shari Elliker doubted that John Curley was really on "Baywatch," so he called in a friend who could backup his story.3 months ago
John Curley’s old roommate confirms his skating story is ‘100% true’
To fact check a skating story John told, the show calls up John's old roommate and long-time friend Mark Fortgang for the truth.3 months ago
John & Shari: Seattle Kraken hears you — lower prices are coming soon
In a recent interview, the Seattle Kraken CEO indicated there could be lower prices coming soon for items at Climate Pledge Arena -- including beer.3 months ago
John & Shari: Perhaps red light cameras are more trouble than good
Part of the U.S. infrastructure deal will include spending for traffic cameras. But do these cameras actually make the roads safer?3 months ago
Prediction for Seattle from John & Shari listener one year ago comes true
Almost a year ago, a KIRO Newsradio listener who had previously been homeless made a prediction about the future of Seattle.3 months ago
John & Shari: Sound Transit needs a change at the fare box to survive
Sound Transit is in trouble financially. John Curley and Shari Elliker speak with KIRO Newsradio traffic reporter Chris Sullivan about why.3 months ago
John & Shari: ‘No good news’ for hopeful home buyers in Seattle
Prospective home buyers in the greater Seattle area have paid up to half a million over asking price in some cases as inventory remains an issue.4 months ago
John & Shari: Bill to reduce in-person learning hours should go ‘down in flames’
A proposed bill would limit the hours of in-person learning required in Washington by 20% for K-12 students. John Curley is not a fan.4 months ago
Who else but John Curley would buy a car without seeing it?
John Curley recently bought a car, but didn't want to know what is was, didn't want to see it, and didn't want to know how much it costs.4 months ago
Two songs (one beautiful, one annoying) by Jacob Ryan Smith
Just a few weeks ago, Jacob Ryan Smith, an extremely talented composer and lyricist, got a call from John Curley. The rest is radio history.4 months ago
How should Washington parents handle being asked to step in as substitute teachers?
KIRO Radio host John Curley provides some insight into how he'd handle the recent need for substitute teachers in Washington.4 months ago
Rep. Walsh says limiting emergency powers is among key issues for legislative session
State Rep. Jim Walsh (R-Aberdeen) joined the John Curley & Shari Elliker Show to provide an update on the legislative session that started Monday.4 months ago
John Curley describes his trek to the outhouse in 4 feet of snow
KIRO Radio host John Curley says there has been about 4 feet of snow at his cabin, which means it's a journey to get to his outhouse.5 months ago
John & Shari support 10-minute limit for Seattle councilmember speeches
The new rule for Seattle City Councilmembers is that they're not allowed to talk about anything for longer than 10 minutes.5 months ago
