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Video: The Prophetic Humor of Babylon Bee

Jarret LeMaster from the Babylon Bee on the philosophy of “mocking bad ideas.”
2 years ago
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Video: An Isis & Al-Qaeda Resurgence?

Journalist and Expert on Islamic Extremism Brian Stewart joined The John Curley Show and explains why we’re seeing a resurgence in terror attacks in the US. Listen to The John Curley 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!
2 years ago
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Video: Bill Nye Honored with Presidential Medal of Freedom

President Joe Biden awarded a Presidential Medal of Freedom to Seattle’s own “Bill Nye the Science Guy.” But, Jake Skorheim can’t help but wonder if he is qualified as a “science guy.”
2 years ago
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Video: Are Winning Seasons Enough Without Playoffs?

Should the Seahawks stick with Geno Smith? Tell us what you think.
2 years ago
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Video: How bad will Seattle traffic be now that Amazon is fully back in the office? #fyp #SeattleTraffic

Just how bad will Seattle traffic be now that Amazon is requiring workers to be in the office full-time?
2 years ago
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Video: Starbucks shuts down famous Pike Place Market location

Starbucks announced it has shut down its famous Pike Place Market location on 1st and Pike. Is it really that big a deal considering downtown Seattle’s rampant crime issues? Jake Skorheim and Spike O’Neill give their thoughts. Listen to The Jake & Spike Show weekdays from 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 […]
2 years ago
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Video: Why the United States, Donald Trump actually want to buy Greenland

There’s been plenty of conversation about President Donald Trump wanting to purchase Greenland for the United States. The reason is actually quite simple, explains John Curley. Listen to The John Curley Show weekdays from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM and the KIRO Newsradio App, or on-demand wherever you listen to […]
2 years ago
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Video: Why you should be bullish on the City of Seattle

Business and executive consultant Thomas Goldstein joined The John Curley Show on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM to explain why you should be bullish on the City of Seattle. While there are plenty of problems including affordability and homelessness, Goldstein says there are plenty of investments that will be good for business in the near future. […]
2 years ago
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Video: What happened when someone once tried to dig up Abraham Lincoln’s grave

Yes, someone once tried to dig up Abraham Lincoln’s grave. John Curley tells the story the only way he knows how. Listen to The John Curley Show weekdays from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM and the KIRO Newsradio App, or on-demand wherever you listen to podcasts. More info on The […]
2 years ago
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Video: Seattle Amazon workers back in the office full-time

Hundreds of Seattle Amazon workers aren’t too thrilled with having to venture into the office full-time. What are the implications of the recent move from hybrid to fully in the office? Jake Skorheim and Spike O’Neill tries to figure out why Amazonians are so upset. Listen to The Jake & Spike Show weekdays from 12 […]
2 years ago
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Video: Is it time for Seattle’s Pike Place Market to remove car traffic after New Orleans terrorist attack?

Former King County Sheriff John Urquhart joined Seattle’s Morning News w/ Charlie Harger to discuss what changes the city of Seattle needs to make after the terrorist attack on Bourbon Street in New Orleans on New Year’s Day. Is it time for Seattle’s Pike Place Market to remove street traffic permanently? Listen to Seattle’s Morning […]
2 years ago
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Video: It was all roses for Gee Scott and the Ohio State Buckeyes at the Rose Bowl

Gee Scott recaps his trip to Pasadena where he watched his son, Gee Scott Jr., and the Ohio State Buckeyes defeat the Oregon Ducks at the Rose Bowl.
2 years ago
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Video: How @ronsbasement decided to create the $UFD (Unicorn Fart Dust) Meme Coin

@ronsbasement explains the inspiration behind the Unicorn Fart Dust ($UFD) meme coin, and how it changed his life #crypto #cryptocurrency #JohnCurley
2 years ago
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Video: Gee Scott previews the 2025 Rose Bowl between Ohio State and Oregon

Gee Scott previews the 2025 Rose Bowl Game as his son, Gee Scott Jr., and the Ohio State Buckeyes get set to battle the Oregon Ducks in the 2025 Rose Bowl Game.
2 years ago
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Video: Seattle to raise minimum wage to over $20/hour in 2025

The new year will come with extra money as Seattle’s minimum wage rises in 2025. Mike Lewis, who is also a business owner in Seattle, joined Angela Poe Russell on The Gee & Ursula Show to discuss the logic behind the higher wages and why tipping culture has shifted in the past few years. Listen […]
2 years ago
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Video: Remembering one of the worst days of John Curley’s life

On the two-year anniversary of Dori Monson’s death, John Curley remembers the legendary KIRO Newsradio personality and host, and how he was also dealing with his cabin burning down on the same day. Listen to The John Curley Show weekdays from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM and the KIRO Newsradio […]
2 years ago
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Video: Seahawks still have plenty to play for in season finale against Rams

Gee Scott takes a look ahead to Sunday’s final #Seahawks game in LA, as he enjoys the festivities in Pasadena ahead of the 2025 Rose Bowl game.
2 years ago
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Video: Rons Basement on the idea behind the ‘Unicorn Fart Dust’ ($UFD) meme coin

@ronsbasement joined The John Curley Show on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM to explain how and why he launched the ‘Unicorn Fart Dust’ ($UFD) meme coin. Listen to The John Curley Show weekdays from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM and the KIRO Newsradio App, or on-demand wherever you listen to podcasts. […]
2 years ago
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Video: What are the benefits of banning TikTok in the United States?

The clock is ticking on TikTok in the United States, so what are the benefits (and downsides) of an impending ban? Greg Tomlin and Andrew Lanier debate on Monday’s edition of The Jake & Spike Show. Listen to The Jake & Spike Show weekdays from 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM […]
2 years ago
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Video: How will we remember current, future presidents?

On the heels of President Jimmy Carter’s death, how will we remember current or future presidents when they pass? Will they be remembered fondly or will their partisan politics skew their legacy? Mike Lewis and Angela Poe Russell debated during Monday’s edition of The Gee & Ursula Show. Listen to The Gee & Ursula Show […]
2 years ago
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Video: What is President Jimmy Carter’s legacy?

Mike Lewis and Angela Poe Russell shared their perspectives on the legacy of President Jimmy Carter following his death over the weekend. Listen to The Gee & Ursula Show weekdays from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM and the KIRO Newsradio App, or on-demand wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more […]
2 years ago
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Video: Remembering the time President Jimmy Carter visited Mt. St. Helens after the 1980 eruption

Feliks Banel remembers where he was when President Jimmy Carter visited the Pacific Northwest following the devastation of the Mt. St. Helens eruption in May 1980. Feliks shared the story on Monday’s edition of Seattle’s Morning News. Listen to Seattle’s Morning News w/ Charlie Harger weekdays from 5 a.m. – 9 a.m. on KIRO Newsradio […]
2 years ago
This was the way I remember Jimmy Carter dressing when I met him. (Getty Images)...
Bill Kaczaraba

Kaczaraba: How President Jimmy Carter got the Mideast Peace Accords done

I met Carter for the first time in Plains, Georgia, a rural town 170 miles outside of Atlanta. I was a local reporter for a TV station.
2 years ago
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Video: Does new Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes have a problem with the 2nd Amendment?

New Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes made some interesting comments about the 2nd Amendment in a past interview. Bill Kirk, President of Washington Gun Law, joined The John Curley Show to give his thoughts on Barnes’ comments. Listen to The John Curley Show weekdays from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM […]
2 years ago