Seattle News, Views, and Brews
230 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★ - 26 ratingsUnderstand what's brewing in Seattle area politics, in about the time it takes to have a coffee break!
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2021 Episode 22: Renters' Rights Debate Divides Council, BIPOC Investments in Progress, SPD Budget Cut Attempt Fails
June 07, 2021 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight discuss a group of new bills about renter protections that has divided the Council, a possible extension of the eviction moratorium, investments in the BIPOC community, and a failed attempt at cutting the Seattle Police Department's budget. Plus, Kevin and Brian celebrate National Donut Day (can we please make it a...
2021 Episode 21: COVID Relief Spending Plan, "Compassion Seattle" Gathering Signatures, COVID Vaccines Going Mobile
May 31, 2021 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight examine how and where the city plans to spend federal COVID relief dollars, the path ahead for the Compassion Seattle charter amendment on homeless services after a court found it ready to collect signatures, and Seattle's plan to close its mass vaccination sites and go mobile with the city's COVID response. And, w...
2021 Episode 20: Small Business Assistance, Participatory Budgeting Concerns, Police Funding Debate, Candidate Filing Deadline
May 24, 2021 13:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight discuss the Council's rent assistance plans for small businesses and nonprofits, a participatory budgeting proposal that's still unclear, an ongoing fight over police accountability and budgeting, a look at the final list of candidates for the city's August primaries, and more. Plus, Kevin and Brian spin a yarn abo...
2021 Episode 19: State Re-opening Plan, Participatory Budgeting Delays, Police Accountability Questions, Texting Troubles
May 17, 2021 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight discuss the state's plans to reopen and the push for COVID vaccinations, the embattled participatory budgeting process, the search for accountability after a reversal of officer discipline from Interim Chief Adrian Diaz, and a case of missing texts that involves the police department, the fire department, and Mayor...
2021 Episode 19: State Re-opening Plan, Participatory Budgeting Delays, Police Accountability Questions, Texting Troubles
May 17, 2021 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight discuss the state's plans to reopen and the push for COVID vaccinations, the embattled participatory budgeting process, the search for accountability after a reversal of officer discipline from Interim Chief Adrian Diaz, and a case of missing texts that involves the police department, the fire department, and Mayor...
2021 Episode 18: Transportation Funding, Rent Control Redux, Statewide Pandemic Pause
May 10, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight discuss a new Seattle City Council proposal for transportation funding, a plan from Councilmember Kshama Sawant on rent control that's very similar to a measure she presented two years ago, and Governor Jay Inslee's plan to "pause" any phase changes as our state tries to emerge from the COVID pandemic. Plus, sourdo...
2021 Episode 17: COVID Phase Rollback, "Shelter Surge" for Homelessness, Ethics Issues
May 03, 2021 14:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight discuss the expected "rollback" to Phase 2 in King County as the state tries to emerge from the COVID pandemic, challenges with the City of Seattle's "shelter surge" to combat homelessness, and a report on ethics you'll only see in SCC Insight. Plus: we turn up the heat on the debate over baking cookies vs. bars. I...
2021 Episode 16: Seattle's Economic Outlook, Sawant Recall Signature Gathering, Affordable Housing Questions
April 26, 2021 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight discuss a "pessimistic" economic recovery ahead for the city of Seattle, a twist in the signature gathering process in the effort to recall Councilmember Kshama Sawant, some new questions about the city's Mandatory Affordable Housing revenues, and more. Plus, Kevin's got his mind on his dough... as he extols the vi...
2021 Episode 15: Homeless Proposal Changes Gears, Tenant Protections, Payroll Tax Revision
April 19, 2021 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight look at the proposed changes to the "Compassion Seattle" charter amendment proposal on homelessness services, a new "bill of rights" for tenants coming to the Council, a revision to the city's payroll tax ordinance, and more! Plus, Kevin gets salty discussing the savory magic of olive oil chocolate chip cookies. I...
2021 Episode 14: Sawant Recall in Progress, "Compassionate Seattle" Homelessness Measure, COVID "Vax Day" Approaching
April 05, 2021 14:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight discuss the state Supreme Court's decision to allow a recall vote against Councilmember Kshama Sawant to proceed, Mayor Jenny Durkan's proposal to aid the "Black Brilliance" participatory budgeting plan, the plan the "Compassionate Seattle" charter amendment lays out for dealing with homelessness, and more! Kevin a...
2021 Episode 13: Renters' Rights Re-evaluation; Homelessness Hoteling, Concerning COVID Trends, and More
March 29, 2021 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight discuss the Seattle City Council's debate over new renters' rights protections, hotels used for homelessness services, a concern over COVID testing sites, election campaign updates, and more! Plus, Kevin and Brian explore the scientific phenomena of coffee break delicacies that taste better frozen. If you like thi...
2021 Episode 12: Emergency Shelter Vote, Federal Funding Questions, Delay on Free Legal Counsel Decision, and Fun With Math!
March 22, 2021 13:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight discuss a new appropriation of homeless shelter funding during the COVID crisis, and the City Council's attempts to get that reimbursed by FEMA; a delay in the push to provide free legal counsel for any tenant involved in an eviction; the intricate mathematics behind re-drawing Seattle's City Council districts, and...
2021 Episode 11: In-Home Business Rules, Police Budget Cut Questions, Vaccination Explanations
March 15, 2021 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight look at some new in-home business regulations from the Council, some mounting concerns from the SPD and Mayor's office over further police department cuts, the future of the Black Brilliance research project, the opening of mass vaccination stations in Seattle, and more! Plus, Kevin and Brian expound on the allure ...
2021 Episode 10: Transportation Funding, Free Legal Counsel in Evictions, Homeless Camp Sweeps
March 08, 2021 15:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight take a close look at where some one-time transportation funding for Seattle will go, a new city plan to provide free legal counsel to tenants in eviction cases, a sweep of homeless encampments at Denny Park, and the task of re-drawing Seattle's City Council district boundaries. Plus, Kevin breaks down the elements...
2021 Episode 9: Homelessness Setback, At-Home Business Legislation, City Council Race Updates
March 01, 2021 15:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight discuss the CEO that turned down King County's regional homelessness authority job, a looming homeless hotel crisis, challenges ahead for the Black Brilliance research project, at-home business legislation, and some new names jumping into the race for City Council Position 8 and 9. Plus, we fly towards spring with...
2021 Episode 8: Transit Funding Questions, Participatory Budgeting Challenges, and Police Shooting Concerns
February 22, 2021 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a midday coffee stop! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight take a look at some major changes in Seattle's transit system coming soon, as well as the continued challenges of the Black Brilliance research project on participatory budgeting. Plus, we take a deep dive on a recent police-involved shooting, COVID vaccine distribution, and more. Also: a bread made for spec...
2021 Episode 8: Transit Funding Questions, Participatory Budgeting Challenges, and Police Shooting Concerns
February 22, 2021 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a midday coffee stop! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight take a look at some major changes in Seattle's transit system coming soon, as well as the continued challenges of the Black Brilliance research project on participatory budgeting. Plus, we take a deep dive on a recent police-involved shooting, COVID vaccine distribution, and more. Also: a bread made for spec...
2021 Episode 7: Winter Weather Challenges, Black Brilliance Research Concerns, Further Cuts to SPD?
February 15, 2021 15:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight discuss the challenges of sheltering the homeless during a blast of winter weather, a looming financial crisis for the Black Brilliance Research Project, the pushback from a federal judge on the Council's latest SPD budget cut proposal, and more. Plus: Kevin reveals a baking secret for chewier chocolate chip cookie...
2021 Episode 6: COVID Vaccine Ramp-up, "Harsh Words" on Police Reform, Mayoral & Council Races Heat Up
February 08, 2021 13:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight discuss the city's plans to ramp up COVID-19 vaccinations, a federal judge's "harsh words" for the Seattle City Council's police reform efforts, some new names in the races for Seattle mayor and City Council Position 9, a lawsuit now facing the Council over its hazard pay ordinance, and more. Plus, say aloha to the...
2021 Episode 5: Tiny House Villages, Crowd Control Questions, COVID Changes
February 01, 2021 13:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight discuss a revision to City energy codes, a 1,045-page report that will shape the participatory budgeting process, an unorthodox approach by the City Council on crowd control policy for the Seattle Police Department, changes in COVID restrictions, and more! Plus: the thrills of Dutch oven cookery. If you like this p...
2021 Episode 4: Grocery Worker Hazard Pay, Presidential Impact on Local Government, COVID Vaccine Rollout
January 25, 2021 15:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight discuss a new measure to require "hazard pay" for grocery workers during the COVID crisis, the impact of a new U.S. President on local government, the progress of the COVID vaccine rollout in Seattle/King County, and more! Plus, the reveal of our new "Seattle News, Views & Brews" mugs, now available to our patrons...
2021 Episode 3: Inauguration and Impeachment, Police Officer Arbitration Appeals, COVID Vaccine Ramp-up
January 18, 2021 16:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight take a look at preparations for an unprecedented week of inauguration and impeachment proceedings, possible changes to the state's policies on arbitration for police officers facing discipline, ramping up local COVID-19 vaccinations, and how efforts to revise Seattle's energy code could impact the way we heat our h...
2021 Episode 2: Defending Democracy, COVID & Homelessness, Sawant Recall Decision Delay, and BLM Court Update
January 11, 2021 14:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight discuss the defense of democracy at our nation's and our state's capitols, a yearly count of unsheltered homeless people that's not happening in 2021, a delay in the Supreme Court's decision on the petition to recall Seattle City Councilmember Kshama Sawant, an update on a court case from Black Lives Matter vs. the...
2021 Episode 1: Sawant Recall Court Decision, Revising SPD's Use of Force Policies, and the Election Cycle Begins
January 04, 2021 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight discuss an upcoming decision from the Washington State Supreme Court about the recall effort facing Seattle City Councilmember Kshama Sawant, a deadline this week for input on the Seattle Police Department's use of force policies, expectations at the start of the 2021 election cycle, and more! Plus, a fond look bac...
Episode 51: Cal Anderson Park Sweep, Co-LEAD Expansion, State Legislative Session Expectations
December 21, 2020 14:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight look at the recent sweep of Cal Anderson Park (and what that means for other park encampments), revising the Seattle Police Department's use of force policies, an expansion of Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD), and some expectations for this year's state legislative session in Olympia. We also discuss a sur...
Episode 50: "Poverty Defense" Perspectives, An Emerging Mayor's Race, Payroll Tax Lawsuit, and More!
December 14, 2020 14:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight discuss the Council's proposal for a "poverty defense" for misdemeanors, an emerging Seattle Mayor's race following Jenny Durkan's decision not to run again, a lawsuit from the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce over the City's new payroll tax for big businesses, and much more! Plus: Kevin's 5-part recipe for...
Episode 49: Police Guild Contract Battle, Grassroots Lobbying Laws, Examining "Black Brilliance," and Answering Our Patrons' Questions!
December 07, 2020 15:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight look at how the Seattle City Council and Mayor Jenny Durkan are gearing up to negotiate an expiring contract with the Seattle Police Officer's Guild, how the Ethics and Elections plans to regulate grassroots lobbying, and what the Council's doing with a $3 million research contract from "Black Brilliance." Plus, th...
Episode 48: Mobile Home Park Quandary, Last-Minute Budget Changes, Participatory Budgeting Uncertainties
November 30, 2020 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight look at a zoning dilemma over mobile home parks, a last-minute change to police funding in the Seattle City Council budget, and the many questions surrounding the City's participatory budgeting process. Plus, Kevin reveals the secret to his holiday ginger snaps recipe, and Brian extols the virtues of a specially-sp...
Episode 47: City Budget "Stick a Fork In It" Edition, West Seattle Bridge Repair, Sawant Recall Campaign Spending
November 23, 2020 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight discuss the final touches on the City budget, from police funding to homelessness encampment management. Plus, we look at the reasoning behind Mayor Durkan's decision to repair, not replace, the West Seattle Bridge, and the growing campaigns, pro and con, in the effort to recall Councilmember Kshama Sawant. Kevin a...
Episode 46: City Budget Finish Line, COVID Concerns, Sawant Recall Effort Update
November 16, 2020 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight take a close look at the City's final adjustments to the 2021 budget, the impact of a spike in COVID cases in our state and around the world, and the behind-the-scenes legal action going on in the effort to recall Councilmember Kshama Sawant. Plus, Kevin explains how a sourdough starter can finish strong when it c...
Episode 45: Election Analysis, City Budget Deadlines, Police Union Negotiation Changes, & "Clean Cities" Plan
November 09, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight analyze national and local election results, some major budget deadlines ahead for the City Council, a change in City's approach to police union bargaining, Mayor Durkan's "Clean Cities Initiative," and more! Plus, Kevin provides a baker's perspective on what to do with all that leftover Halloween candy. WE RELY ...
Episode 44: Budget Deadlines Approaching, New Misdemeanor Protections, and Safe Injection Sites
November 02, 2020 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight look at budgeting for investments in the BIPOC community, police department, and more. Plus, a discussion over the legal issues surrounding a new proposal for misdemeanor defenses and safe consumption sites for opiate users, and an update on the recall petition facing Councilmember Kshama Sawant. Plus, Kevin breaks...
Episode 44: Budget Deadlines Approaching, New Misdemeanor Protections, and Safe Injection Sites
November 02, 2020 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight look at budgeting for investments in the BIPOC community, police department, and more. Plus, a discussion over the legal issues surrounding a new proposal for misdemeanor defenses and safe consumption sites for opiate users, and an update on the recall petition facing Councilmember Kshama Sawant. Plus, Kevin breaks...
Episode 43: Homelessness Outreach Changes, West Seattle Bridge Repair vs. Rebuild, SPD Officers Leaving in Record Numbers
October 26, 2020 12:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight discuss the City's new approach to homelessness outreach, an upcoming repair vs. rebuild decision on the West Seattle Bridge for Mayor Durkan, concerns over a record number of officers leaving the Seattle Police Department, and more! Plus, a shout-out to Mighty-O Donuts, and Kevin's latest insights on baking: a rec...
Episode 42: A Budget "Shell Game," The Future of Car Tab Taxes, The Supreme Court Rights Itself, and VOTE!
October 19, 2020 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight discuss the dueling "shell games" between the City Council and Mayor Jenny Durkan in the city budget process. Plus, we break down the future of car tab taxes after a Supreme Court ruling to overturn I-976, and an attempt by the court to make a "shameful" 60 year-old act of civil injustice right. Also, it's time to ...
Episode 41: Budget Beginnings, SPD "Community Response Group," Durkan & Sawant Recall Updates
October 12, 2020 15:00 - 28 minutes - 20 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight look at the issues facing the Seattle City Council as they respond to the first public hearing in their budget process, as well as a new "Community Response Group" set up by Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz. Plus, an update on the recall efforts facing Mayor Jenny Durkan and Councilmember Kshama Sawant. We also tal...
Episode 40: Land Use Review Questions, Budget Breakdown, and New SPD Crowd Control Charges
October 05, 2020 14:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight take a look at the Seattle City Council's latest ordinance fast-tracking land use proposals during the COVID crisis, the start of the budget process for the city, and some new charges leveled against the Seattle Police Department regarding the SPD's use of crowd control weapons. We also talk about the baking secret...
Episode 39: Budget 2.0 (Police Funding, BIPOC $$ Plan, New Taxes?), Uber/Lyft Wages, Protests Continue
September 28, 2020 15:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight discuss the Mayor's 2021 budget proposal--from police funding to a $100M plan to invest in BIPOC communities, and more--and a revised measure for a minimum wage for Uber and Lyft drivers. Plus, continuing protests against police continue to raise tough crowd control policy questions for the SPD. And, a kitchen myst...
Episode 38: Budget Deadline, Councilmember Sawant Recall, Pepper Spray Problems, and More
September 21, 2020 15:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight look at an upcoming deadline for the Seattle City Council to respond to Mayor Jenny Durkan's budget veto, plus the recall case building against Councilmember Kshama Sawant. We'll take a deep dive into a new report clearing an officer of wrongdoing after the pepper spraying of a seven year-old boy, and much more. Al...
Budget Deadline, Councilmember Sawant Recall, Pepper Spray Problems, and More
September 21, 2020 15:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight look at an upcoming deadline for the Seattle City Council to respond to Mayor Jenny Durkan's budget veto, plus the recall case building against Councilmember Kshama Sawant. We'll take a deep dive into a new report clearing an officer of wrongdoing after the pepper spraying of a seven year-old boy, and much more. Al...
Episode 37: Food (Delivery) Fight, Less Lethal Weapons Dilemma, and Sawant Recall Petition
September 14, 2020 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight look at the City's continuing battle with food delivery services, a challenging decision ahead on how the Seattle Police Department could use less lethal weapons, a recall petition involving Councilmember Kshama Sawant, and more! Plus, insight on some sweet, cool coffee break treats to mark the end of summer. If yo...
Episode 36: A Veto Decision, An E-Scooter Vote, A New 9-1-1 Plan, and Court Case Questions
September 07, 2020 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight look at the deadline ahead for Seattle City Councilmembers as they consider Mayor Jenny Durkan's latest veto, some big decisions coming on e-scooters, the Seattle Police Department's new 9-1-1 plan, and more! Plus, a discussion of a simple, home-baked comfort food that goes great with any cup of coffee. If you like...
Episode 35: Racial Justice, Empowering Communities, and Getting Real on Re-imagining Police - A Conversation with Omari Salisbury
August 31, 2020 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel talks with Omari Salisbury of Converge Media about new legal claims filed against the City of Seattle in the wake of the CHOP and the larger battle for racial justice, the budget impasse between the Seattle City Council and Mayor Jenny Durkan, and the importance of hearing and involving the voices of a diverse community for lasting police reform. Brian will be back ...
Episode 35: Racial Justice, Empowering Communities, and Getting Real on Re-imagining Police - A Conversation with Omari Salisbury
August 31, 2020 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel talks with Omari Salisbury of Converge Media about new legal claims filed against the City of Seattle in the wake of the CHOP and the larger battle for racial justice, the budget impasse between the Seattle City Council and Mayor Jenny Durkan, and the importance of hearing and involving the voices of a diverse community for lasting police reform. Brian will be back ...
Episode 34: Police Reform, Public Safety, and Leadership - A Conversation with Tim Burgess
August 24, 2020 16:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel connects with former Seattle City Councilmember and Mayor Tim Burgess as the Council begins its two-week recess. Tim describes his ideas about what reforming the Seattle Police Department looks like, his concerns about public safety, the challenges of bridging the gaps between the Council, Mayor, and SPD, and even his brief career as a freestyle rap artist. Brian wi...
Episode 33: Can the Mayor & City Council Find Common Ground? Plus, Chief Best Resigns, Uber/Lyft Minimum Wage Concerns
August 17, 2020 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight examine where compromise might be found amid the current hostility between the City Council and Mayor Jenny Durkan, the loss of Seattle's first black female police Chief, Carmen Best, and the complex path ahead to find a minimum wage for Uber and Lyft drivers. Plus, if you're looking for a sweet treat to go with yo...
Episode 33: Can the Mayor & City Council Find Common Ground? Plus, Chief Best Resigns, Uber/Lyft Minimum Wage Concerns
August 17, 2020 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight examine where compromise might be found amid the current hostility between the City Council and Mayor Jenny Durkan, the loss of Seattle's first black female police Chief, Carmen Best, and the complex path ahead to find a minimum wage for Uber and Lyft drivers. Plus, if you're looking for a sweet treat to go with yo...
Episode 32: Defunding Police & Budget Reality, the Future of SPD Crowd Control Tactics, and Online Education
August 10, 2020 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight discuss the current and future proposals to cut the Seattle Police Department's budget, how changes to the SPD's crowd control tactics could be tested in federal court, new questions about online schooling this fall, and more! Plus, we explore the mystery of why zucchini and chocolate chips go so well together, tha...
Episode 31: Police Subpoena Battle, SPD Defunding Decisions, and Protesting Comes Home
August 03, 2020 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight discuss the complexities of the Seattle Police Department's subpoena asking for raw footage and images from local media outlets, the Seattle City Council's budgeting plan to defund the Seattle Police Department, a recall effort in court facing Mayor Jenny Durkan, and protests happening at the Mayor's and Councilmem...
Episode 30: Transportation Tax Decisions, Defunding Police Debate, Payroll Tax Clash, and More!
July 27, 2020 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBLearn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and Kevin Schofield of Seattle City Council Insight take a close look at the funding debate over the city's Transportation Budget District tax measure, the upcoming budget battle over "defunding the police," concerns about federal officers coming to Seattle, and more. If you like this podcast, please support us on Patreon!