Every weekday, John Curley has an irreverent take on the news. From big stories to small ones, they all get the Curley treatment and you’ll be left laughing and thinking about the headlines in different way.
IN STUDIO GUEST - TRAVIS HOLP - MEDIUM, AUTHOR AND SPIRITUAL TEACHER. Travis is a Tacoma based psychic medium certified by the Forever Family Foundation, the world’s fo... (33:13)
IN STUDIO GUEST - BESS BYERS - REASON.COM / IG: @BessByers // Bess links up with Andrea Suarez and WeHeartSeattle // Recapping John’s 6 Hour Deposition // LETTERS
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IN STUDIO GUEST - TRAVIS HOLP - MEDIUM, AUTHOR AND SPIRITUAL TEACHER. Travis is a Tacoma based psychic medium certified by the Forever Family Foundation, the world’s fo... (33:13)
I WAS THINKING: Customs Fail and Depositions // Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announces the Fort Hood shooter’s execution will be livestreamed // Teasing Travis Holp
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Another ‘blank check’ program passes at King County // ‘Looks like fraud’: King County freezes payments to gun violence group that lost its nonprofit statu... (32:09)
Starbucks changes social justice terms, sustainability goals in report // Starbucks closing 5 Washington stores, cutting 8 Seattle HQ jobs // In effort to diversify economy and bu... (32:28)
Republicans Panic That Even $1 Billion Won’t Save Them // Trump-appointed judge accuses ICE of lying and fabricating records // GOP senators warn that Trump has fumbled immi... (31:46)
Starbucks changes social justice terms, sustainability goals in report // Starbucks closing 5 Washington stores, cutting 8 Seattle HQ jobs //In effort to diversify economy and bui... (32:48)
GUEST - DR JORDAN BRAUNFELD - EVERGREEN HEALTH INFECTIOUS DISEASE CARE. Dr. Jordan Braunfeld is a physician and infectious disease expert at EvergreenHealth Infectious Diseas... (33:54)
Eduardo Jordan documents break-in; highlights small business struggles in Seattle. Bad policy to blame for a food desert in the Central District? WA Supreme Court race p... (32:40)
GUEST - DR JORDAN BRAUNFELD - EVERGREEN HEALTH INFECTIOUS DISEASE CARE. Dr. Jordan Braunfeld is a physician and infectious disease expert at EvergreenHealth Infectious Diseas... (33:54)
Ferry worker call-outs lead to continued cancellations, delays Tuesday. Washington State Ferries Tried To Turn You On Their Workers By Posting Eye-Popping Salary // Debating ... (33:25)
SEGMENT 1 How Cats Are Keeping Waymo's Off the Streets // SEGMENT 2 - State Department monitoring reported fatal case of pneumonic plague in Russia - Russian &lsquo... (35:23)
SEGMENT 1 VIDEO GUEST - CHARLES PRESTRUD - WA POLICY CENTER DIRECTOR OF TRANSPORTATION POLICY -"This all started with the covid vaccine mandates and we absolutely saw it com... (31:32)
SEGMENT 1 This Year is 2050 in the Pacific Northwest -Seattle taxes grew 172% since 2013, far outpacing jobs and population, report finds -Judge permanently blocks WA sherif... (30:51)
SEGMENT 1- I WAS THINKING: How Cats Are Keeping Waymo's Off the Streets // SEGMENT 2
State Department monitoring reported fatal case of pneumonic plague in Russia -&nbs... (35:23)
VIDEO GUEST - JESSE SALOMON - WA STATE SENATOR FOR THE 32ND DISTRICT // Salomon is the incumbent in a hotly-contested race for state Senate against fellow democrat, State Rep Cind... (35:32)
VIDEO GUEST - TOM SCOTT - THE GREAT CONNECTICUT INCOME TAX PROTEST OF 1991 // Tom Scott’s Connecticut Tax Rally brought 65,000 to the state capitol to protest the state&rsqu... (33:46)
VIDEO GUEST - JESSE SALOMON - WA STATE SENATOR FOR THE 32ND DISTRICT // Salomon is the incumbent in a hotly-contested race for state Senate against fellow democrat, State Rep Cind... (32:50)
Rep Cindy Ryu Wants to Define How Much Money You NEED // TALKING SPORTS WITH RY // New Seahawks owner on moving the team: "Never say never" // Sylvester Stallone’s antics while shooting “Assassins” in Seattle in 1995
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I WAS THINKING: Running on Smoke. The minute advantages runners track athletes use to win… and why biological advantages should be a non-starter // Tennessee death ro... (31:41)
Obama on his “women in charge” fantasy. Margaret Thatcher VS AOC // Welcome to Dogs Anonymous, the Online Support Group for Pet Owners on the Brink. Matt McAllister on the worst dog experience ever! // LETTERS
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Poll: Support for repealing WA ‘millionaires tax’ drops with budget impact. WA education revenue skyrocketed. Did it improve student outcomes? How the Federa... (32:50)
I WAS THINKING: Running on Smoke. The minute advantages runners track athletes use to win… and why biological advantages should be a non-starter // Seattle Times jour... (31:45)
VIDEO GUEST - COMMANDER KIRK LIPPOLD, US NAVY RETIRED - KIRKLIPPOLD.COM. Kirk was the commander of the USS Cole when it was attacked by Al Qaeda on October 12th, 2000. C... (32:55)
The Cockpit Stabbing and Terrifying Nosedive That Brought Chaos to FlyDubai Flight 1073 // You Are What You Think So Think Positive! // LETTERS
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VIDEO GUEST - COMMANDER KIRK LIPPOLD, US NAVY RETIRED - KIRKLIPPOLD.COM. Kirk was the commander of the USS Cole when it was attacked by Al Qaeda on October 12th, 2000. C... (32:55)
I WAS THINKING: Connecticut Passed an Unpopular Income Tax in 1991… Let’s See How That Went! // You Are No Longer Invited to Dinner - Why we’re witnessing... (32:31)
VIDEO GUEST - SEATTLE CITY COUNCILMAN AND PUBLIC SAFETY CHAIR BOB KETTLE ON SEATTLE’S PUBLIC SAFETY WOES. Seattle Councilmember Kettle warns Katie Wilson’s budget caps... (34:49)
PHONE GUEST - ANTHONY ANTON - CEO OF WASHINGTON HOSPITALITY ASSOCIATION. Seattle announces 2027 minimum wage… What could go wrong?! “A lot! A Seattle ... (32:39)
VIDEO GUEST - SEATTLE CITY COUNCILMAN AND PUBLIC SAFETY CHAIR BOB KETTLE ON SEATTLE’S PUBLIC SAFETY WOES. Seattle Councilmember Kettle warns Katie Wilson’s budget... (32:27)
I WAS THINKING: Extending Grace Costs You Nothing. The Internet Saw a Mom Carrying Everything. She Says It Missed the Point // GoFundMe for Texas man who went viral hauling b... (31:55)
I WAS THINKING: Gooooodbye Rick (And Dan)! // VIDEO GUEST - JACKSON MAYNARD: John’s Attorney in Press Pass Deposition // Bellingham bear attack: 12-year-old boy a... (32:56)
VIDEO GUEST - STATE REP TRAVIS COUTURE. Childcare providers conspired with parents to scam taxpayers, documents show. Union urges lawmakers to curb influencers amid dayc... (33:44)
VIDEO GUEST - RY CURLEY. After turnover-filled loss, Seahawks focusing on ‘process’. Dan Wilson won’t return as Mariners manager in 2027. Rick Riz... (31:11)
I WAS THINKING: Tribute to Rick Rizzs // New report: Utah Valley University tried to warn Charlie Kirk’s staff of risks, but team ignored concerns // John’s advice to Rick Rizzs to keep from crying on Sunday
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Supreme Court Says Trump Officials Can Use Immigration Database for Voter Checks // Sound Transit CEO claims his $30K bonus and wins a pay raise // New Washington ballot initiativ... (32:36)
VIDEO GUEST - RY CURLEY - CELEBRATING RICK RIZZS & SEAHAWKS PREVIEW // New report: Utah Valley University tried to warn Charlie Kirk’s staff of risks, but team ignored concerns // Bay City Rollers guitarist dies at 73
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I WAS THINKING: Tribute to Rick Rizzs // Senator Tommy Tuberville is very worried about furries // Trump ally Tuberville isn’t kidding when he says US pilots are in a &lsquo... (31:53)
VIDEO GUEST - TOM NELSON // How the sister of Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen is funding anti-hunting lawsuits and corruption inside Washington’s wildlife commission. //&nbs... (31:41)
GUEST - SAUL SPADY // Saul on the Macklemore debacle, Katie Wilson’s first 9 months and how the Seattle City Council is squandering opportunities to improve the city // PHON... (34:51)
VIDEO GUEST - TOM NELSON // How the sister of Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen is funding anti-hunting lawsuits and corruption inside Washington’s wildlife commission. //&nbs... (31:41)
I WAS THINKING: Throwing Stones From Glass Stages // ‘Being apolitical during a genocide doesn’t work’: Macklemore announces his Free Palestine tour // Mortgage ... (32:23)
I WAS THINKING: The Victimhood Contagion. Massachusetts lesbian bar nearly bullied out of town after lifting mask mandate — for one night a week // Human brain cells as... (32:25)
VIDEO GUEST - RYAN FROST - DIRECTOR OF BUDGET AND TAX POLICY - WASHINGTON POLICY CENTER. Seattle Times recommends ‘No’ on I-645, ‘millionaires tax’ re... (33:11)
VIDEO GUEST - BILL KIRK - WASHINGTON GUN LAW. Bill Kirk breaks down a wild case Judge Ian Birk disarming a man after his wife cheated on him with her boss to get $1 million d... (32:00)
I WAS THINKING: The Victimhood Contagion. Massachusetts lesbian bar nearly bullied out of town after lifting mask mandate — for one night a week // Human brain cells as... (32:25)
VIDEO GUEST - “APOSTATEARI - THE TRANSPHOBIC HISTORIAN” // Trump at the UN. John: “The problem with the “bull in the China shop” populist is you... (32:42)
Bite of Seattle shooting report reveals elected officials distracted police from getting information out. Ferguson takes to social media to throw Katie Wilson under the busAU... (33:56)
VIDEO GUEST - “APOSTATEARI - THE TRANSPHOBIC HISTORIAN” // Trump at the UN. John: “The problem with the “bull in the China shop” populist is you... (32:42)
VIDEO GUEST - ANDREW JONES - NOAHSARKSCANS.COM. Drilling begins at ‘Noah’s Ark’ site as researchers probe Turkey’s controversial Durupinar formation /... (30:19)
I WAS THINKING: Toy store apologizes for campaign contributions, gets refund // People Get Paid for Blood, Plasma, and Drug Trials—Why Not Kidneys Too? // Man arrested for p... (32:40)
VIDEO GUEST - JIM WALSH. Did the Washington Supreme Court intentionally delay their ruling on the Natural Gas initiative to discourage signing initiatives and voting in Novem... (34:14)
IN STUDIO GUEST - SARA NELSON LAUNCHES NEW POLICY WATCHDOG SITE CIVICTIDE.ORG // Television Networks Suspend Some Coverage of Trump After Bans. Five other major news networks... (33:05)
I WAS THINKING: Toy store apologizes for campaign contributions, gets refund // People Get Paid for Blood, Plasma, and Drug Trials—Why Not Kidneys Too? // Man arrested for p... (32:40)
I WAS THINKING: Washington’s Conflicting Ideals on Trusting Parents. “If parents of a child are both addicted to fentanyl, the state gives them the benefit of the... (33:40)
VIDEO GUEST - CALE GREEN - CEO AND EDITOR & CHIEF AT ALAKSA NEWS . COM. There’s an online newspaper in Alaska that is cranking out thousands of stories a month for ... (29:59)
TALKING SPORTS WITH RY - BLUE FRIDAY FOR THE SEAHAWKS AND BLACK FRIDAY FOR THE MARINERS. 5 Burning Questions Ahead of Seahawks vs. Cardinals. These Mariners have been mo... (31:31)
I WAS THINKING: Washington’s Conflicting Ideals on Trusting Parents. “If parents of a child are both addicted to fentanyl, the state gives them the benefit of the... (32:09)
VIDEO GUEST - TODD MYERS - WA POLICY CENTER. WA top court deals death blow to natural gas initiative. Todd: “This should be the perfect motivation to USE your powe... (32:18)
VIDEO GUEST - EITAN LEVINE - JOHN’S FAVORITE JEW ON MACKLEMORE. Ed Sheeran’s Opening Acts Quit in Solidarity With Pro-Palestinian Performer. Sheeran tour cha... (32:12)
IN STUDIO GUEST - KRIST NOVOSELIC - FOUNDER OF THE CASCADE PARTY AND BASS PLAYER IN SOME LOCAL BAND. Corruption & Abuse of Power in Olympia. Olympia is Disrespecting... (32:56)
VIDEO GUEST - TODD MYERS - WA POLICY CENTER. WA top court deals death blow to natural gas initiative. Todd: “This should be the perfect motivation to USE your powe... (32:23)
VIDEO GUEST - BRIAN HOWELL, PHD - DEAN OF PARENTS FOR ALPHA SCHOOL, AUTHOR AND CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGIST. Alpha Schools Mission Statement Video. Two-hour learning? AI-powered Alpha ... (31:25)
VIDEO GUEST - SANDEEP KAUSHIK - POLITICAL CONSULTANT AND CO-HOST OF THE “BLUE CITY BLUES” AND “SEATTLE NICE” PODCASTS. Two gun violence plans, one deb... (33:02)
VIDEO GUEST - BRIAN HOWELL, PHD - DEAN OF PARENTS FOR ALPHA SCHOOL, AUTHOR AND CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGIST. Alpha Schools Mission Statement Video. Two-hour learning? AI-powe... (31:06)
I WAS THINKING: A Public Safety Plan Without Consequences is Useless. City Hall’s dueling public safety plans // Aussie athlete’s bowel incontinence incident thre... (31:56)
VIDEO GUEST - BRIAN HEYWOOD - LET’S GO WASHINGTON. BREAKING: Olympia makes union pensions fare game for tax penalty garnishments // VIDEO GUEST - CHRIS “SULLY&rdq... (33:27)
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson releases gun violence plan with increased patrols, push for stronger gun laws // VIDEO GUEST - ANDREW THE BOARD OP. Former JCS Board-Op Andrew is now John’s tenant in Utah // LETTERS
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VIDEO GUEST - BILL KIRK - WASHINGTON GUN LAW. Washington Democrats made a gun class mandatory, then banned the teachers and jacked up permit fee // (AUDIO) “I Stand Wit... (33:08)
VIDEO GUEST - BRIAN HEYWOOD - LET’S GO WASHINGTON. BREAKING: Olympia makes union pensions fare game for tax penalty garnishments // VIDEO GUEST - CHRIS “SULLY&rdq... (33:27)
I WAS THINKING: TACOMA BUSINESS OWNERS AND PHILANTHRIPISTS UNJUSTLY CANCELED. Tacoma brewery caught in controversy as owners’ political donations spark “anti-tra... (32:19)
VIDEO GUEST - KING COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE SEAN PATRICK O’DONNELL. WA Supreme Court race heats up over alleged ‘partisan’ attack // “OKAY, I GET I... (34:12)
Anthropic Says It Blocked Possible Efforts to Build Biological Weapons. Two AI researchers leave Anthropic and Google over safety concerns: ‘There are no adults in the ... (31:27)
I WAS THINKING: TACOMA BUSINESS OWNERS AND PHILANTHRIPISTS UNJUSTLY CANCELED. Tacoma brewery caught in controversy as owners’ political donations spark “anti-tra... (32:46)
VIDEO GUEST - MICHAEL ARDOLINO - FORMER BOAT CAPTAIN AND CREWMAN UNDER HIS FATHER ON “THE AMBERJACK V (FIVE)” . “Boatlift” - A documentary released on... (32:45)
IN STUDIO GUEST - KEVIN SCHILLING - RENTAL HOUSING ASSOCIATION OF WASHINGTON GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS DIRECTOR AND BURIEN CITY COUNCIL MEMBER. RHAWA Government Affairs Director Kev... (33:28)
I WAS THINKING: UNPACKING DALLAS. Trump’s Awkward Pledge of Allegiance. Trump’s $5,000-for-everyone proposal is morally, practically, and politically catast... (32:47)
Seattle economic study finds strong tech assets, a risky concentration, and a tax that 'penalizes' hiring // Seattle mayor launches task force as city faces 'fragile' economic mom... (32:05)
CBS News poll: 25 years after 9/11, most see a changed country and some success fighting terrorism // George W Bush reflects on 9/11 nearly 25 years after attacks // 9/11 Could Be... (32:05)
Appeals court upholds block on Trump order limiting mail voting // Washington joins lawsuit to halt USPS ballot mail rule ahead of midterms // Late postmarks lead to thousands of ... (31:23)
Seattle economic study finds strong tech assets, a risky concentration, and a tax that 'penalizes' hiring // Seattle mayor launches task force as city faces 'fragile' economic mom... (31:38)
TALKING SPORTS WITH RY and Patriots Fan Will // ‘Jeopardy!’ Just Hired a New Clue Writer. Could You Do the Job? // Beth’s Cafe reopens 24/7 service
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WHERE’S JOHN? What to watch as Republicans gather in Dallas for Trump’s unusual midterm convention // Seattle Police Chief and Mayor speak after violent weekend in Belltown // Beth’s Cafe reopens 24/7 service
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COVER BAND GUEST John Comstock from Reckless, he provided John's summer moment // Seattle mayor, King County executive join striking workers at Embassy Suites // Why cleaning up after Burning Man is 'awesome business'
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JIM: Family member asked him to remove a Harry Potter post because anything Harry Potter-related supports J.K. Rowling's anti-trans views. // US Open Influencer Controversy // Wild Waves comes to an end
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Amazon Cargo Plane Crash // About 2,000 fish have died near electrical equipment in Lake Washington // ANGELA POE RUSSELL TALKS ABOUT HER MUSICAL // 6th shooting in Belltown in th... (32:54)
U.S. Votes Against UN Resolution for New World Map // Trump suggests renaming New Mexico 'New America' // Trump admin. again asks Supreme Court to allow mail ballot limits // US Open Influencer Controversy // 7 YEAR ITCH
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Angela Poe Russell & Jim Dever - JIM: Family member asked him to remove a Harry Potter post because anything Harry Potter-related supports J.K. Rowling's anti-trans views. // ... (33:16)
VIDEO GUEST: FRANCES STAUDT // Seattle Times recommends ‘No’ on I-638, ban on trans girls in sports // What is the most common birthday? // What month w... (32:34)
WEST v. WASHINGTON STATE LEGISLATURE (2026) // ‘Government edit’? Two lawsuits challenge state’s description of WA income tax measure // Challenge los... (32:27)
47-year-old Los Gatos pastor Justin Buzzard played in his first college football game for San Jose City College // Rudy (1993) Film // GOODBYE ANDREW // Philosophy: Ring... (31:13)
VIDEO GUEST: FRANCES STAUDT // Seattle Times recommends ‘No’ on I-638, ban on trans girls in sports // What is the most common birthday? // What month ... (33:34)
6pm - CADF Files Lawsuit Challenging Denial of Press Credentials to Ari Hoffman, Brandi Kruse, and Jonathan Choe // Kent man arrested in Chelan Hills Fire investigation // Some La... (30:55)
4pm - CADF Files Lawsuit Challenging Denial of Press Credentials to Ari Hoffman, Brandi Kruse, and Jonathan Choe // Kent man arrested in Chelan Hills Fire investigation // Some La... (30:55)
Corporate profits // What happens next if the jury in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial can't reach a verdict? // 13-year-old sells 1-of-1 gold Jimothy rookie card for more than $21... (32:45)
