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Video: Stop Leaving Dog Poo!

Are we supposed to believe that dog owners really come back to pick up the dog poo they left in a bag on the trail? There are these wild and crazy things call trash cans that you can…you guessed it… throw the poop in. Listen to the Gee and Ursula Show every weekday at 9am […]
2 years ago
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Angela Poe Russell

Angela Poe Russell: One of our most important jobs is endangered — journalism

Journalism has a vital role in our communities, but it’s endangered. How do we hold people in power accountable without journalists?
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Remembering Phil Donahue

John Curley remembers Phil Donahue, whose pioneering daytime talk show launched an indelible television genre that brought success to Oprah Winfrey, Montel Williams, Ellen DeGeneres, and many others. John tells a story about when his dad went to the Phil Donahue show. Listen to the John & Jake Show every weekday at 3pm on KIRO […]
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Counting Down the Days to the Montlake Lid Opening on SR 520

We’re down to the final checklists and finishing touches for the Montlake Lid Project on State Route 520. There are just three more full closures of 520 related to the Montlake Lid Project. The full closures are needed to test all the systems inside the new lid and to finish the direct access ramps that […]
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Would You Pay to Go A Friends Wedding?

Some new trends are starting to happen with weddings. One, say goodbye to paper/card wedding invitations and say hello to text messages. Two, people are selling tickets to their wedding. If you want to go to the wedding, you have to pay. Listen to the Gee and Ursula Show every weekday at 9am on KIRO […]
2 years ago
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Charlie Harger

Harger: Should Seattle say “adios” to the South Lake Union streetcar?

Duolingo gave me a useful lesson for Seattle’s transportation leaders as they grapple with the future of the South Lake Union Streetcar.
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Let’s Talk About The DNC 2024

The DNC kicks off today in Chicago. Gee Scott joined Seattle Morning News to discuss it with Dave Ross. Listen to Seattle’s Morning News w/ Dave Ross & Colleen O’Brien Show every weekday at 5am on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM or go to MyNorthwest.com to learn more! Listen to the Gee and Ursula Show every […]
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: JD Vance Accused of What?

JD Vance is accused of dissing all postmenopausal women. And Jack explains the faults of biological essentialism, a thing beloved by Nazis! Listen to the Jask and Spike Show every weekday from 12pm – 3pm on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM. Listen to KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM or go to MyNorthwest.com to learn more! 📷 Jeff […]
2 years ago
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Dave Ross

Ross: Liberal protests outside DNC challenge Democrats’ message of unity

While Democrats want to state that Trump equals chaos and Harris equals stability, protests at this year's DNC could flip that message.
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Grooming habits 101

A listener called in and asked for help with some of their husband’s habits like walking around and answering the door in his underwear and not trimming their nose hair. The crew talks about body positivity and basic grooming habits. Listen to the Gee and Ursula Show every weekday at 9am on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 […]
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Breaking down Raygun’s “Breakdancing”

John and Jake discuss the incident at the 2024 Olympics. You know, the one about Raygun and her breakdancing prowess? Listen to the John & Jake Show every weekday at 3pm on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM. Listen to KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM, or visit MyNorthwest.com to learn more! 📷 BSR Agency
2 years ago
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Nicole Brodeur

Nicole Brodeur: ‘Swift Lift’ is something Kamala Harris could use right now

It's now called the Swift Lift, and with just 10 weeks until the election, it's something Kamala Harris could use right now.
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Sound Transit Preparing for Lynnwood Light Rail Opening

Planning for game day every day. That’s not just the mantra for the Seahawks or Huskies. It’s the focus of Sound Transit as it prepares to open light rail to Lynnwood on Aug. 30. Sully gives us the details we need to know. Listen to Seattle’s Morning News w/ Dave Ross & Colleen O’Brien Show […]
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: 96-year-old WSU Press Will Not Close

Feliks Banel stopped by Seattle Morning News to talk about how operations of WSU Press are no longer slated to cease and will continue for the foreseeable future. Listen to Seattle’s Morning News w/ Dave Ross & Colleen O’Brien Show every weekday at 5am on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM or go to MyNorthwest.com to learn […]
2 years ago
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Angela Poe Russell

Angela Poe Russell: The Olympic moment that spoke volumes about America

During an election year when things can feel so ugly and folks are strained financially, this is a nice reminder that we are doing some good stuff here.
2 years ago
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Dave Ross

Ross: Political rallies’ crowd size, who’s faking it and who’s complaining about it

But the Olympics is entertainment, so it doesn’t bother me. Faking crowd size for political gain, however, would be election tampering and it needs to stop.
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Learning About The Rugby Community

Kayla Mazurkiewicz and Katy Daly, members of the Emerald City Mudhens rugby team, share with SMN why they love the rugby community so much. They also respond to Team United States Women’s Rugby Seven’s winning the bronze medals. Listen to Seattle’s Morning News w/ Dave Ross & Colleen O’Brien Show every weekday at 5am on […]
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: The Rugby Community

Kayla Mazurkiewicz and Katy Daly, members of the Emerald City Mudhens rugby team, share why they love the rugby community so much. #rugby #sportsoftiktok
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Eitan Levine Wants to Break World Record for most ceremonial

This summer, comedian Eitan Levine is breaking the Guinness World Record for the most ceremonial pitches thrown in a year, 50 pitches. Eitan had cancer and was a Make-A-Wish kid and is breaking the record to help raise money for Make-A-Wish. Listen to the John & Jake Show every weekday at 3pm on KIRO Newsradio […]
2 years ago
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Angela Poe Russell

Angela Poe Russell: Sidewalks in disrepair hurt WA’s disabled community

Only half of the sidewalks in Washington currently comply with ADA standards, hurting the handicapped community that calls Washington home.
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Are the Fights at the Seahawks Training Camp A Big Deal?

Things got a little chippy at the Seahawks training camp, and there were some fights. Gee drops by Seattle Morning News and shares his thoughts. Listen to Seattle’s Morning News w/ Dave Ross & Colleen O’Brien Show every weekday at 5am on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM or go to MyNorthwest.com to learn more! Listen to […]
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: When You’re Funny… You Do Funny Things

To be clear, we don’t think John is a monkey on a leash that we make dance so we can laugh. To be fair, though, pretty much everything John does is funny. 🤷‍♂️ #funnyvideos😂 #tombrokaw #monkeysoftiktok
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Reacting to the Washington State Primary Election

Gee Scott joined Seattle Morning News to talk about the Washington state primary election and the introduction of Tim Walz. Listen to Seattle’s Morning News w/ Dave Ross & Colleen O’Brien Show every weekday at 5am on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM or go to MyNorthwest.com to learn more! Listen to the Gee and Ursula Show […]
2 years ago
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Dave Ross

Ross: King County bested by Wahkiakum for voter turnout, what is wrong with you people?

I would like to gin up a little excitement for a different race. A turnout race. A race to be the county that has the most voter turnout.
2 years ago