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Video: New Defamation Lawsuit Filed Against Elon Musk

Ben Brody’s life was pretty normal until Elon Musk accused him of being part of a neo-Nazi group. Now, Brody has served Musk with a defamation lawsuit, backed up by the same lawyer who successfully sued Alex Jones. How much money is he owed in damages? Tune in live to The Jack and Spike Show […]
3 years ago
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Video: Trump’s First Day in Court Is Hilarious

Donald Trump is the first former president to stand trial on criminal charges. He attended court on Monday as the process of selecting an unbiased jury in his hush money case begins. Jack Stine and Spike O’Neill check out the photos that have been released. Tune in live to The Jack and Spike Show weekdays […]
3 years ago
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Jack Stine

Stine: ‘I gave a stranger on the internet money for bras’

My point is random acts of kindness, on the internet or not, keep our society functioning, and it can be for anyone, at any time.
3 years ago
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Feliks Banel

Update: Cold War air raid siren remains in private hands

A vintage magazine ad for the type of Cold War air-raid siren which stood in a Seattle park for more than 70 years, and which now belongs to Binford Metals in Kent. (Public domain)
3 years ago
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Travis Mayfield

Mayfield: Love always has a place to go, even in grief

It has been eight years and several days since our son Tommy died. He was just 2 1/2 years old when he passed away.
3 years ago
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Video: What The Joker 2 Trailer Reveals About Our Society

Why do we love and fixate on villains? Jack Stine and Spike O’Neill watch the new trailer for The Joker 2, starring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga. Tune in live to The Jack and Spike Show weekdays from noon to 3pm on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM. And if that timing, or our location in western […]
3 years ago
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Video: Conservatives Walk Back Abortion Ban Stance

Arizona’s restrictive Civil War-era abortion ban from 1864 has Republican politicians and commentators across the United States scrambling and backing away from the pro-life movement. Wait, that can’t be right. Aren’t they supposed to be cheering this win, and defending the lives of the unborn? Jack Stine and Spike O’Neill come ready with receipts. Tune […]
3 years ago
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Greg Tomlin, KIRO Newsradio

Greg Tomlin: A national obsession 30 years later shows the country’s flaws

O.J. Simpson achieved fame, fortune and accolades for what he did on the football field. But, he'll be remembered primarily for his trial.
3 years ago
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Video: Why Care About OJ Simpson’s Death?

OJ Simpson passed away today at the age of 76 from cancer. Jack Stine can’t understand why there’s wall-to-wall coverage about it everywhere you look. But Spike O’Neill, born of a different generation, is able to contextualize it. Tune in live to The Jack and Spike Show weekdays from noon to 3pm on KIRO Newsradio […]
3 years ago
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Video: Do You Trust NPR?

A senior editor at NPR came out to say that NPR has lost America’s trust, and that they have a problem reporting things that don’t fit “the narrative.” What narrative is that? Jack Stine and Spike O’Neill are pretty sure it has something to do with cucumbers. Tune in live to The Jack and Spike […]
3 years ago
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Greg Tomlin, KIRO Newsradio

Greg Tomlin: Maybe aging rock stars keep performing for reasons outside of money

Life on the road seems par for the course rather than anomalous for these aging rock stars who continue to tour late in their lives.
3 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Jesse Watters Makes Bold, Bad Claim About Minimum Wage

Fox News host Jesse Watters thinks that fast food workers make 6-figures a year, thanks to new minimum wage laws. Jack Stine and Spike O’Neill are actually living in one of those uber-liberal cities with a $20 an hour minimum wage: Seattle! Watch them debunk his bold, bad economic theory. Tune in live to The […]
3 years ago
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Video: Defending Blackface with Billy Dee Williams and Bill Maher

Billy Dee Williams is making the news for his defense of blackface on a recent podcast, telling Bill Maher while taping an episode of Club Random,” why not?” Well, we can think of a few reasons. But we can also think of a few contexts where blackface might be acceptable. Tune in live to The […]
3 years ago
Angela Poe Russell

Angela Poe Russell: You never know where your next big life lesson will come from

You never know where your next big life lesson will come from.
3 years ago
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Video: Did P Diddy Run A Cult The Psychology Behind His Supporters

Diddy do it? Or Diddy not? Sean Comb’s homes have been raided by federal agents and his adult sons have been implicated in a number of crimes. What allegations is the rapper and music producer facing? And why did the people around Comb’s not put a stop to any of it – and worse, contribute […]
3 years ago
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Video: Jury Duty for Trump’s Criminal Trial These Answers Will Get You Disqualified

Could you be on Trump’s jury? Jack Stine and Spike O’Neill look at the questions being used to screen potential jurors as the former president faces a criminal trial in New York. Tune in live to The Jack and Spike Show weekdays from noon to 3pm on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM. And if that timing, […]
3 years ago
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Video: Hyper Sexual Zombie Cicadas?!?! Yes, please.

If you ever want to tell someone what the vibe of KIRO Nights is with Jake Skorheim, just send them this video. Yes, it’s about Hyper Sexual Zombie Cicadas. Enjoy. Listen to KIRO Nights weeknights w/ Jake Skorheim at 7pm on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM Listen to KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM or go to MyNorthwest.com […]
3 years ago
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Video: Sharing photos of your kids on social media 👍 or 👎

Technology is advancing so quickly, and now, with AI, things are moving even faster. The SMN crew talked with Ursula Reutin about how this affects parents sharing photos of their kids on social media. Listen to the Seattle’s Morning News w/ Dave Ross & Colleen O’Brien Show every weekday at 5am on KIRO Newsraio 97.3 […]
3 years ago
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Video: Trump Wants to ‘Win Elections,’ Won’t Support National Abortion Ban

Former president Donald Trump has released an official statement about whether or not he would enact a national abortion ban if elected in 2024. Jack Stine and Spike O’Neill explain why the plan to let states decide their own abortion laws creates all kinds of problems. And will “the law of the state” argument to […]
3 years ago
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Video: NCAA Champion Coach Dawn Staley Wants Trans Athletes On Her Team

Just before South Carolina coach Dawn Staley led her women’s basketball team to victory at the NCAA championship game on Sunday, she said publicly that transgender athletes ‘should be able to play.’ Immediately the criticism flooded in, including from Riley Gaines, who was immediately available for an appearance on Fox News with Brian Kilmeade. Luckily, […]
3 years ago
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Julia Dallas

Gee and Ursula: How Canlis’ new hours could make or break its future

Canlis announced it will be closed on weekends during the summer. KIRO Newsradio hosts discussed how the change could affect its future.
3 years ago
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Video: Inflation Is Hitting Fast Food. That’s A Good Thing!

People are complaining about $16 meals at McDonalds as inflation hits the fast food industry. Will this take away a convenient and affordable option for people? No! Jack Stine thinks it’s the best thing since sliced hamburger buns. Tune in live to The Jack and Spike Show weekdays from noon to 3pm on KIRO Newsradio […]
3 years ago
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Video: Are You Ready for the Robot War

Are you ready for the robot war? Jack Stine is. Robots are taking over Las Vegas for everything from bartending to manicures, and it says something incredibly dark about us humans. Tune in live to The Jack and Spike Show weekdays from noon to 3pm on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM. And if that timing, or […]
3 years ago
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Video: Is Biden Using AI To Look Younger

There’s something a little suspicious about President Joe Biden’s forehead in his latest big campaign ad. Jack Stine knows the technology exists. The question must be asked: Is Biden using it? He and Spike O’Neill examine the footage. Tune in live to The Jack and Spike Show weekdays from noon to 3pm on KIRO Newsradio […]
3 years ago