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Video: Donald Trump Said What?!?!?

At the National Association of Black Journalists convention this week former President Donald Trump questioned whether Vice President Kamala Harris is really Black or if she’s Indian. Jack & Spike react to some of the things Donald Trump said, and the consensus was… it was bad. VERY bad. Listen to the Jask and SpikeShow every […]
13 hours ago
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Ursula Reutin

Ursula: America is a melting pot and diversity is one of our greatest strengths

Trump's ridiculous line of questioning brought me back to 1978. As a 13-year-old in a new country, I desperately wanted to feel like I belonged.
16 hours ago
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Video: John Curley Raced Michael Phelps!!

John and Jake discuss how good the athletes are at the 2024 Olympics compared to “normal people.” John has a good idea of what it feels like because he once raced Michael Phelps—yes, that Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian of all time. Listen to the John & Jake Show every weekday at 3pm on […]
19 hours ago
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Video: Everett Drivers Are Being Less Selfish

The City of Everett, the Washington Department of Transportation, and Chris Sullivan spent last week blasting a message to drivers on Broadway. Was it received? 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!
2 days ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Doughnut Break

Forget the office birthday parties. Just grab a donut and move on. #birthdays #officebirthdayparty #birthdaycakes #doughnutsarelife
2 days ago
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Bill Kaczaraba

Minimum wage debate pits small business survival against workers needed pay

Seattle City Councilmember Joy Hollingsworth renewed the battle over minimum wage by introducing a new proposal Tuesday.
2 days ago
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Angela Poe Russell

Angela Poe Russell: Who’s responsible for ending political mudslinging?

The tactic of mudslinging during political campaigns goes back a few hundred years, but lately, in our political landscape, things are definitely dirtier.
2 days ago
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Video: The Top 5 Places to Retire in 2024

The SMN crew talks about the ‘R” word. RETIREMENT. Gee Scott shares a list of the top 5 places to retire and the bottom 5 of where not to. 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 […]
3 days ago
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Video: Where Do You Want to Retire?

Where do you want to retire? Gee might have is eye on Texas…
3 days ago
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Charlie Harger

Harger: Once again, Gen X is left out of current political landscape

In the soap opera of American politics, Boomers and Millennials take center stage, while Generation X is once again relegated to the background.
3 days ago
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Video: It’s Time for The Office Birthday Parties To Go Away

The office birthday party has been around for what feels like FOREVER. But all “good?” things must come to an end. John and Jake share feelings on the whole idea. Take a guess which one is glad they’re leaving. Here’s a hint, the first letter of their name starts with ‘J’ 😉 Listen to the […]
4 days ago
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Dave Ross

Ross: How AI’s heavy-energy usage kills any climate progress

The marquee feature in Sunday’s Seattle Times documented the enormous energy requirements of the data centers in this state being used by AI services.
4 days ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: You’ve Got A Friend in Me

Jake just wants John to be his friend. Okay, they’re actually friends… just not the type who hang out after work. Who do you agree with? #officelifebelike #friendship #youvegotafriendinme
7 days ago
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Video: Interview with Tom Hanks Goes Sideways Pt. 2

John Curley regales us with some of the times he interviewed celebrities. One story in particular involves Hollywood’s “nice” guy Tom Hanks. Let’s just say the interview didn’t go as expected. 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 […]
7 days ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Netflix is like…

“Netflix reminds me of that dude in your life that folds his underwear.” #quoteoftheday #netflix #fashion
8 days ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Interview with Tom Hanks Goes Sideways Pt. 1

John Curley regales us with some of the times he interviewed celebrities. One story in particular involves Hollywood’s “nice” guy Tom Hanks. Let’s just say the interview didn’t go as expected. 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 […]
8 days ago
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Spike O'Neill

Spike O’Neill: The dangers of vilifying DEI

I feel like I need to say something about the growing vilification of the DEI -- diversity, equity and inclusion. 
8 days ago
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Video: Republicans Attacking Kamala Harris Might Backfire

Gee looks at some of the verbal attacks that Kamala Harris has been receiving from Republicans and how they may end up helping her in her campaign. 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! […]
9 days ago
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Video: Republicans attacking Kamala Harris

Gee looks at some of the verbal attacks that Kamala Harris has been receiving from Republicans and how they may end up helping her in her campaign.
9 days ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Is Netflix your go to?

What is your go to streaming service? Is it Netflix or something else?
9 days ago
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Angela Poe Russell

Angela Poe Russell: The problem plaguing American culture — “it’s all about me” disease

We desperately need more empathy because the "it’s all about me" mindset only leads to the destruction of us.
9 days ago
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Video: President Biden Is Out… Now What?

Gee gives his initial thoughts on the dropping out of President Joe Biden and the presumptive nomination of Kamala Harris. 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 […]
10 days ago
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Video: The road to the Open Convention

The road to the Open Convention. #2024president #democratnominee
10 days ago
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Charlie Harger

Harger: Local media must keep shining light on crime-riddled Aurora Avenue

Day and night, you see women forced to walk the sidewalks, often stepping into traffic, risking their lives to find customers along Aurora Avenue.
10 days ago