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John Curley Show

‘It’s sort of insulting’: Brian Heywood says lawmakers can’t keep their house in order amid income tax push

Brian Heywood highlights turmoil as millionaire's tax faces strong opposition from residents and lawmakers in Washington.
6 months ago
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Jason Sutich

‘Seattle will be buzzing’: City announces free fan experiences for World Cup

Experience Seattle's World Cup celebration with free events and activities throughout the city. Join the excitement in 2026!
6 months ago
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John Curley

Curley: House Majority Leader Joe Fitzgibbon’s drunken speech is nothing compared to Wilbur Mills

Explore Joe Fitzgibbon's drunken comments and their comparison to Wilbur Mills' infamous moments.
6 months ago
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John Curley

Curley: AI will give us back our free time. Will you waste it or embrace a new renaissance?

Explore how AI can enhance your life and free up time. Will you embrace the change or let it pass you by?
6 months ago
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John Curley Show

‘You have to make it attractive’: Former city attorney questions whether Seattle can lure NBA ownership

Questions have surrounded the potential return of the Seattle SuperSonics as of late after Gov. Bob Ferguson held a meeting with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver.
6 months ago
libertarianism...
John Curley

Curley: A New Hampshire town tried libertarianism. Then came the consensual cannibalism.

Discover Curley's libertarian experiment and its effects on taxpayers amid controversial consensual cannibalism practices.
6 months ago
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John Curley

Curley: The American flag belongs to all of us, don’t let politics steal your patriotism

Discover how patriotism transcends politics and unites us all in celebrating the American flag.
6 months ago
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John Curley Show

‘Bad news for Seattle’: Curley worried San Francisco drug crackdown will push addicts north

San Francisco's mayor wants to arrest public drug user at a high rate, but John Curley, explained how the trickle-down effects would negatively impact Seattle.
6 months ago
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John Curley Show

‘Empathy gone wrong’: Former city attorney says Seattle should follow San Francisco’s tougher approach to drug use

A former city attorney advocates for Seattle to follow San Francisco’s stricter approach to drug use and enforcement strategies.
6 months ago
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John Curley

Curley: Senator says ‘no one builds alone,’ but the government didn’t sleep on wet concrete

Curley tells the story of Chuck Bundrant, who came to Seattle with $80 and built a $3 billion fishing empire through grit and sacrifice.
6 months ago
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John Curley Show

‘There are inconsistencies’: Curley revisits Kurt Cobain’s death despite SPD refusing to reopen case

More than 30 years after Kurt Cobain, the lead singer and songwriter for Nirvana was found dead, John Curley took another look at the case details.
6 months ago
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John Curley

Curley: Before you rage about the Starbucks CEO’s salary, consider this

Curley addresses complaints about the Starbucks CEO's pay amid job losses in the news industry during COVID-19 lockdowns.
6 months ago
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John Curley Show

‘There will forever be service-resistant people’: We Heart Seattle says Katie Wilson’s approach is ‘same set and release’

We Heart Seattle discusses the impact of the recent Ballard encampment sweep and the ongoing challenges in the area.
6 months ago
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John Curley Show

‘They all earn it’: Curley defends Seahawks players ahead of millionaire’s tax vote

As fans cheered on the Seahawks during the Super Bowl parade through downtown, KIRO host John Curley warned of an upcoming bill that could hurt the players.
6 months ago
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John Curley Show

‘Is it a bad idea?’: Curley considers buying buffalo to avoid skyrocketing beef prices

Curley entertained the idea of owning a farm. Before Curley buys several bison buffalo to roam his property, he tapped a local cattle raiser for some pointers.
6 months ago
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John Curley Show

‘They’re moving out’: Curley on WA residents leaving the state to avoid steep death tax

John Curley claimed the reasoning behind most out-of-state moves is that residents are forced out in an attempt to avoid the steep estate taxes in Washington.
6 months ago
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John Curley Show

‘I’m just proud’: Thurston County sheriff praises deputy’s handling of viral ‘Karen’ confrontation

Sheriff Sanders praises deputy's calm response to viral confrontation, highlighting professionalism and community trust in law enforcement.
6 months ago
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John Curley

Curley: Want better leaders? Start with better-educated citizens

Discover how education shapes leadership and community progress. Empower citizens to create a brighter future.
7 months ago
Puyallup teen wrestler assault...
John Curley Show

‘That’s a problem’: Center Square editor speaks out on teen wrestler’s alleged assault by biological male

Allegations of assault against a Puyallup teen wrestler raise serious concerns about school district's response to the incident.
7 months ago
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John Curley

Curley: WA lawmakers celebrate Seahawks, then want to tax them millions

Explore how WA lawmakers honor the Seahawks and consider taxing them millions in a historic sports tradition.
7 months ago
Bad Bunny...
John Curley

Curley: The 500-year history behind Bad Bunny’s halftime show

Explore the rich history shaping Bad Bunny's halftime performance and its cultural significance for diverse audiences.
7 months ago
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John Curley

John Curley: ICE drawdown in Minneapolis signals promising policy shift

KIRO host John Curley weighed in on ICE’s new enforcement changes in Minneapolis, praising the reduced footprint and streamlined operations.
7 months ago
Jeffrey Epstein files...
John Curley Show

‘I Don’t Trust Anybody’: Curley troubled by Epstein Documents and DOJ Secrecy

The recently released Jeffrey Epstein documents spark a wide-ranging discussion on secrecy, accountability, and public trust on The John Curley Show.
7 months ago
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John Curley

Curley: ‘It’s not ours to give’ — a lesson from Davy Crockett for today’s politicians

Explore how Curley’s insights from Davy Crockett can guide modern leaders amid challenges like the Georgetown fire.
7 months ago
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