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John Curley Show

The John Curley Show airs on KIRO Newsradio weekdays 3pm - 7pm.

‘A total insult:’ WA Building Industry Association lambasts judge’s ‘absurd’ ruling on natural gas initiative

WA Building Industry VP condemns judge's decision on natural gas initiative I-2066, impacting local energy policies and development.
2 years ago

‘An uphill battle’: Concerned parent blasts Olympia School District amid teacher avoiding prison

Alesha Perkins shares her struggle with Olympia School District over teacher misconduct and accountability.
2 years ago

John Curley: WA thrives if Gov. Bob Ferguson works with both sides, even if approval numbers drop

Columnist Danny Westneat laid out how the approval rating for Washington Governor Bob Ferguson within his own party has dropped from 86% in November to 65% in March, according to DHM Research polling.
2 years ago

‘Trump playing 4-D chess? I don’t think so’: John Curley questions his tariffs strategy

President Donald Trump has officially increased tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports to 25% Wednesday, claiming it will help promote and create more U.S. jobs.
2 years ago

Conservative activist Glen Morgan: Democratic fundraising platform ActBlue is acting ‘really shady’

ActBlue, a prominent fundraising platform for Democratic and left-leaning causes, is under scrutiny.
2 years ago

John Curley: Daylight Saving Time was actually about studying bugs

Daylight Saving Time begins this weekend and John Curley tells us it's a chance to study bugs.
2 years ago

John Curley: Democrats try to ax suspended licenses to dodge accountability

House Bill 1244 passed the House on Monday. It aims to replace license suspensions for bad drivers with mandatory driving courses for multiple moving violations.
2 years ago

Rep. Jim Walsh: ‘We’re running some pretty awful bills on the floor’

In a candid interview, Rep. Jim Walsh (R-19th District) expressed his frustration and exhaustion over the current legislative session.
2 years ago

John Curley: Bill would end voter-led initiatives in Washington as we know it

John Curley warns that the "initiative killer" in WA legislature could harm democracy and citizen engagement.
2 years ago

John & Shari: Why are people turning away from organized religion?

In a recent Wall Street Journal/National Opinion Research Center poll, only 39% of Americans say that religion is "very important" to them.
4 years ago

John Curley attempts to solve, recreate Texas shopping cart ghost story

As Todd was leaving work at a local supermarket outside Dallas, a shopping cart flew into his car. He claimed it was a ghost.
4 years ago

John & Shari: Listener shares her story of addiction and recovery

Marguerite from Lacey is a former crack cocaine addict. She shared her story with the John Curley & Shari Elliker show.
4 years ago

John and Shari: Are clowns scary?

Join John Curley and Shari Eliker in discussing whether or not clowns are scary. John is prepared to tricycle furiously to the defense of the clown community.
4 years ago

Life put in perspective after John Curley’s cabin burns down

John Curley's cabin in Cle Elem burned down. He spoke about how the burning of the cabin, and the death of his friend Dori Monson
4 years ago

Curley: ‘The gender pay gap is a myth,’ women don’t negotiate

Job listings in Washington must now include salary information. The new law is intended to help close the gender pay gap.
4 years ago

Curley: Is it okay to keep your Christmas tree up until March?

For many in the post-holiday season, the lingering question remains: At what point should I take down my Christmas tree?
4 years ago

Taylor Swift fans have ‘Bad Blood’ over Ticketmaster fiasco

This is Swift's first tour since 2018, with her tour following the record-breaking success of her newest album, "Midnights."
4 years ago

Larkin: Attack ads from Schrier a ‘sad attempt’ to distract voters

One of Schrier's more recent commercials called Larkin "the definition of dangerous," stating he would "support a national ban on abortion."
4 years ago

Tiffany Smiley claims Sen. Patty Murray is “desperate” as race barrels toward November

Tiffany Smiley continues to keep pace with incumbent Patty Murray as the Senate election draws near.
4 years ago

State legislator wants to change self-defense laws after Seattle shooting suspect found not guilty

State Rep. Jim Walsh wants to create a bill that will "clear up language around self-defense" to protect people that have actual claims.
4 years ago

Does your boss truly care about your happiness?

John & Shari aren't buying a New York Times report that addresses the new school approach employers are taking to keep their employees happy.
4 years ago

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.
5 years 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.
5 years 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.
5 years ago