S1 Ep332: Election 2024: Chad Magendanz
Bellevue teacher, Navy veteran, and former state lawmaker Chad Magendanz is running to be Washington's next Superintendent of Public Instruction. We discuss the state of our public school system, safety in the classroom, and parental rights in education.
36m Feb 21, 2024
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S1 Ep331: 'Feckless’ (2.20.24)
Governor Inslee utters the most offensive line of his three terms in office. Andrea Suarez with We Heart Seattle blasts narrative around affordable housing. Democrats reject amendment to keep pornographic books out of schools. Overdose deaths increase 1,500% in Oregon.
1hr 15m Feb 20, 2024
1hr 15m
S1 Ep330: The easy way out (2.19.24)
Democrats in Olympia have agreed to hold hearings on three of six Let’s Go Washington initiatives – but they chose wisely. Lies pile up as debate heats up on repealing CCA. Pro-Palestine demonstrations continue unhindered. Coverage of parade shooting has not improved with time.
1hr 22m Feb 19, 2024
1hr 22m
S1 Ep329: Politics unPacked: Week 6
With time running out in the session, Democrats in Olympia say they will NOT consider two of six voter initiatives but left open the possibility of scheduling hearings on the other four.
9m Feb 16, 2024
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S1 Ep328: 'Quality over quantity' (2.15.24)
A bill that should be noncontroversial is under attack in the name of DEI. A hard truth about the responsibility of schools. Shooting at Super Bowl parade gets kid-gloved. ‘unBelievable’ excuse for bill banning license plate covers. Would you take an asylum seeker into your home?
1hr 9m Feb 15, 2024
1hr 9m
S1 Ep327: Resurrected (2.14.24)
A bill to institute rent control in Washington state finds new life. Proposal would mandate inclusive learning in local schools, to include material featuring “neurodiverse” and LGBTQ lessons. Update on school bond measure at center of sign thefts.
1hr 3m Feb 14, 2024
1hr 3m
S1 Ep326: Wee hours (2.13.24)
A lot of important stuff is happening reallllly late at night in Olympia. Amazon continues to move jobs out of Seattle. Forestry expert says $70M spend from carbon tax money will not help the environment. President Biden tries to appeal to black voters in the only way he knows how.
1hr 6m Feb 13, 2024
1hr 6m
S1 Ep325: Updates galore! (2.12.24)
Sign-stealing superintendent on leave. Property tax bill dies amid pushback. State Patrol finally refers cases on protesters. ‘unBelievable’ change to Holocaust education bill. Why are some football fans so triggered by Taylor Swift? Unhinged attacks on Brian Heywood.
1hr 13m Feb 12, 2024
1hr 13m
S1 Ep324: Politics unPacked: Week 5
Everything you need to know about what happened in Olympia this week, including possible property tax increases. Guests: Kent Mayor Dana Ralph and insight from Brett Davis of The Center Square.
12m Feb 09, 2024
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S1 Ep323: Government greed (2.8.24)
Democrats push ahead on increase to property tax lid. Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers will not seek reelection. Small steps toward protecting kids from drug abuse. ‘unBelievable’ story gives readers a green light to flip cops the bird.
1hr 10m Feb 08, 2024
1hr 10m
S1 Ep322: Inslee’s idea of ‘improvement’ (2.7.24)
Another investigative report dives into Governor Jay Inslee’s lies about juvenile detention. The cause and effect of Seattle policies is clear. The Great Octopus Debate of 2024. Biden blames border crisis on you know who.
1hr 10m Feb 07, 2024
1hr 10m
S1 Ep321: Mice and cookies (2.6.24)
More demands from migrants. Middle school teacher talks about student bill pushing for pledge education. Amazon accused of censoring books on COVID-19. Are standardized test scores a good indicator of future success?
1hr 22m Feb 06, 2024
1hr 22m
S1 Ep320: Not a secret (2.5.24)
Outrage over COVID funds for illegal immigrants is a few years too late. Protesters who blocked I-5 could face charges. Seattle Times calls on Democrats to hold hearings on initiatives. ‘unBelievable’ disconnect on border crisis. We hear from concerned citizens who held a stakeout to capture sign thief.
1hr 11m Feb 05, 2024
1hr 11m
S1 Ep319: Politics unPacked: Week 4
Here is everything you need to know about what happened in Olympia this week, including the bills that survived a critical committee cutoff – and the bills that failed to advance.
9m Feb 02, 2024
9m
S1 Ep318: Clueless (2.1.24)
Seattle councilwoman pleads ignorance on crimes committed with stolen vehicles. Bills to protect signature gatherers fail to advance. How to deal with influx of migrants is not so simple for some cities. DeSantis gets a win against Disney in “Florida Report.”
1hr 11m Feb 01, 2024
1hr 11m
S1 Ep317: The squeaky wheel (1.31.24)
Democrats in Olympia claim voter initiatives will take the state back “decades.” On parental rights, lawmakers dodge one key question. Young councilman at center of controversy announces bid for Congress. Nothing will change until the working class is just as loud as the activist class
44m Jan 31, 2024
44m
S1 Ep316: BLM Week (1.30.24)
Washington schools are gearing up to celebrate Black Lives Matter week. School superintendent suspected in yard sign thefts. Natural gas ban bill gets even worse. Leave Taylor Swift alone.
1hr 3m Jan 30, 2024
1hr 3m
S1 Ep315: Take a stand (1.29.24)
Elected leaders need to be reminded who they work for. Washington State Democrats adopt resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. ‘unBelievable’ deflection on death of three-week old baby. Bellevue teacher enters race for OSPI.
1hr 21m Jan 29, 2024
1hr 21m
S1 Ep314: Politics unPacked: Week 3
Here is everything you need to know about what happened this week in Olympia. Hear both sides of the rent control debate, impassioned efforts to protect children, and insight from Brett Davis of The Center Square on a natural gas ban.
10m Jan 26, 2024
10m
S1 Ep313: Don’t mess with Texas (1.25.24)
A showdown is looming between states and the federal government. Jonathan Choe on what Republican gubernatorial candidates would do to address homelessness. GOP lawmakers in Olympia hand Dems 'unBelievable’ ammunition. The chicken check saga continues.
1hr 16m Jan 25, 2024
1hr 16m
S1 Ep312: Leadership (1.24.24)
A glimpse at what Washington’s future could look like without an ideologue at the helm. Fidel Castro celebrated as a ‘hero’ in local high school. ‘Raise the Wage’ fight ignores basic economics. Biden dabbles in election denialism.
1hr 14m Jan 24, 2024
1hr 14m
S1 Ep311: Circumvention (1.23.24)
Democrats get creative to crush Second Amendment rights. Still no movement on voter initiatives. DCYF has blood on its hands. ‘Tis the season for push polls.
1hr 3m Jan 23, 2024
1hr 3m
S1 Ep310: Worse than parody (1.22.24)
Not even SNL could write a script like the one being acted out in Olympia. Another implosion within the homeless industrial complex. Teachers union continues its march into madness. DeSantis out.
1hr 9m Jan 22, 2024
1hr 9m
S1 Ep309: Politics unPacked: Week 2
Here is everything you need to know about what happened this week in Olympia. Guest: State Rep. Greg Cheney (R-Battle Ground) and insight from Brett Davis of The Center Square.
7m Jan 19, 2024
7m
S1 Ep308: 'Good luck spelling' (1.18.24)
Teacher who tried to remove Trump from ballot is exactly what you would expect. Activist gives shockingly honest answer while testifying against protections for signature gatherers. Another odd lesson in local elementary school. Officers acquitted in Manny Ellis death leave department.
1hr 7m Jan 18, 2024
1hr 7m
S1 Ep307: 'Sensitive places,' indeed (1.17.24)
A bill would prohibit you from carrying any weapon on public transit. Hundreds sign up to testify in favor of helping free dangerous sex offenders. Migrants refuse to return to ‘inhumane’ Tukwila camp. Bernie doesn’t know his own language.
1hr 8m Jan 18, 2024
1hr 8m
S1 Ep306: True colors (1.16.24)
The chair of the Washington State Democratic Party says working with any Republican is off the table. Amid cold snap, lawmakers push forward on a bill to phase out natural gas. Police pursuit initiative hits a big blue roadblock in Olympia. Trump devastates doubters in Iowa.
59m Jan 16, 2024
59m
S1 Ep305: I’m from the government and I’m here to help (1.15.24)
Democrats seek to save you from the stress of having used gift cards. PSE asks customers to conserve energy during the cold snap. Proposed bill would increase penalties for protesters who block freeways. Bob Ferguson tries to rewrite history.
1hr 7m Jan 15, 2024
1hr 7m
S1 Ep304: Politics unPacked: Week 1
Here is everything you need to know about what happened this week in Olympia. Guest: State Sen. Mark Mullet (D-Issaquah).
12m Jan 12, 2024
12m
S1 Ep303: Masterplan (1.11.24)
Proposed bill seeks to give majority party power to remove political opponents from the ballot. School superintendent defends 4th grade lessons on gender. New poll shows Reichert ahead. Aliens gone wild on “Florida Report!”
1hr 14m Jan 11, 2024
1hr 14m
S1 Ep302: 'Judgment proof' (1.10.24)
Attorney Ted Frank on potential for lawsuits against activists. Governor Jay Inslee delivers his final State of the State address. Proposed bill would prevent a repeat of Chicken checks. ‘unBelievable’ book deemed ‘age appropriate’ for local 4th graders. X launches three news shows.
1hr 15m Jan 10, 2024
1hr 15m
S1 Ep301: Your best isn’t good enough (1.9.24)
Still no plausible explanation about takeover of Seattle interstate. New York’s response to Pro-Palestine demonstrators shows how it should be done. Multiple public school teachers documented committing criminal acts of unrest. House GOP Leader gives masterclass on delivering a legislative speech.
1hr 13m Jan 09, 2024
1hr 13m
S1 Ep300: What’s next? (1.8.24)
Protesters shut down I-5 for hours over the weekend and were allowed to walk away without arrest. Gubernatorial candidate Dave Reichert joins us to discuss. Brandi gets a chance to ask Senator Liias about his taxpayer-funded trip to Finland. A lawmaker’s odd claim about race and crime. Budget leads respond to Governor Inslee’s demand for $100M.
1hr 8m Jan 08, 2024
1hr 8m
S1 Ep299: The smoking gun (1.4.24)
Governor Jay Inslee refuses to admit fault in gas price debacle, despite a new smoking gun. Brandi questions him at media availability. House Speaker Laurie Jinkins has some choice words about the initiative process. Groceries too expensive? Just stop eating!
1hr 14m Jan 05, 2024
1hr 14m
S1 Ep298: Bob is big mad … again (1.3.24)
Attorney General Bob Ferguson’s office lashes out at our coverage of the chicken check debacle. Seattle City Council elects moderate as its president. Harvard president resigns, media responds with predictable framing. Problematic priorities in Olympia.
1hr 6m Jan 03, 2024
1hr 6m
S1 Ep297: DEI overload (1.2.24)
A look at how state law is pushing DEI overload in public schools, training teachers to be activists. Anne Bremner, attorney for acquitted Tacoma police officers, joins us. ‘unBelievable’ twisting of landlord’s plight. Only blue states can solve the border crisis.
1hr 24m Jan 02, 2024
1hr 24m
S1 Ep296: Something smells fishy (1.1.24)
Something stinks with Bob Ferguson’s chicken and tuna refund checks. As fentanyl overdoses soar, a Democratic political strategist questions the lackluster response. ‘unBelievable’ disconnect on impacts of climate agenda. Outrage over the border crisis comes too late.
1hr 11m Jan 01, 2024
1hr 11m
S1 Ep295: Legislative preview: Initiatives loom large (12.28.23)
On Thursday, Let's Go Washington turned in signatures for its sixth and final voter initiative. What happens once they go to lawmakers? Here's everything you need to know.
15m Dec 28, 2023
15m
S1 Ep294: Legislative preview: Fight for transparency (12.27.23)
With a new session about to begin, some Democrats continue to push back against transparency efforts. Here is everything you need to know.
13m Dec 27, 2023
13m
S1 Ep293: Legislative preview: Public safety (12.26.23)
Ahead of the 2024 legislative session, lawmakers have introduced both good and bad bills on the public safety front. Here is everything you need to know.
16m Dec 26, 2023
16m
S1 Ep292: Legislative preview: The fate of the CCA (12.25.23)
Ahead of the 2024 legislative session, here is everything you need to know about the fate of Governor Jay Inslee's Climate Commitment Act.
11m Dec 25, 2023
11m
S1 Ep291: Sex Scandal 2 (12.21.23)
The former staffer of a Washington Congressman at center of second sex tape scandal. Two more Let’s Go WA initiatives being turned in. Update on woman who crossed out signatures at Costco. Brandi makes 2024 predictions. Oregon gives Washington a lesson in transparency.
1hr 2m Dec 21, 2023
1hr 2m
S1 Ep290: Democrats were right (12.20.23)
Maybe Democracy is in peril after all, except this time it isn’t from the political right. Homelessness in Washington reaches all-time high. Bipartisan effort to regulate release of sexual predators. Another ‘unBelievable’ Amazon hit piece.
1hr 9m Dec 20, 2023
1hr 9m
S1 Ep289: Tired tactics (12.19.23)
We can’t move forward without moving past tactics that vilify and label. Local school district warns of budget cuts, despite ‘unBelievable’ spending. Another public transportation leader resigns. UW reacts to reports of transgender athlete given volleyball scholarship.
1hr 3m Dec 19, 2023
1hr 3m
S1 Ep288: Costco run gone wild (12.18.23)
Brandi’s Costco run turned into a first-hand look at voter intimidation. Seattle’s mayor welcomes the city’s newest councilmembers, who could be key to restoring common sense. Bill to improve Holocaust education gets bipartisan sponsors. The sex tape seen round the world exposes media bias.
1hr 5m Dec 18, 2023
1hr 5m
S1 Ep287: Pain into policy (12.14.23)
Victims of Washington’s failed police pursuit policy speak out as signatures are turned in to repeal it. Inslee wants more money to remove homeless camps, gets sassy with reporter who questions the program's effectiveness. Yet another layer in the case of an activist Seattle public school teacher. The Fed held rates steady, what does that mean for you?
1hr 3m Dec 15, 2023
1hr 3m
S1 Ep286: 2 down, 4 to go! (12.13.23)
A second common sense initiative appears to have the necessary signatures, can the rest make it in time? Republicans introduce bill to protect initiative process. Bob Ferguson plays up chicken checks. Jonah Goldberg of The Dispatch joins us. Come party! Except you, whities!
1hr 12m Dec 13, 2023
1hr 12m
S1 Ep285: Gatekeeping (12.12.23)
With mainstream media depleted, elected officials must stop gatekeeping independent outlets. Should Governor Jay Inslee be recalled over CCA lies? How one Seattle school teacher illustrates the power of the teachers' union. AI gives the internet a lesson in moral consistency.
1hr 7m Dec 12, 2023
1hr 7m
S1 Ep284: Dog and phony show (12.11.23)
Governor Jay Inslee and legislative Democrats in damage control as criticism of Climate Commitment Act mounts. New bill would send you to jail for using gas-powered leaf blowers. ‘unBelievable’ perspective on landlord-tenant debate. After the resignation of U. Penn president, could we see a turning point in higher ed?
1hr 6m Dec 11, 2023
1hr 6m
S1 Ep283: 'I am rich' (12.7.23)
Dismantling the left’s key argument against anti-tax initiative. San Juan County sheriff on low sentence in controlled substance homicide. King County prioritizes diversity, equity, inclusion ahead of public safety. Newsom demands gender-neutral toys.
1hr 12m Dec 07, 2023
1hr 12m