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Crystal Fincher

Representative Jessica Bateman of the 22nd Legislative District

Representative Jessica Bateman: A Multifaceted Approach to Housing Policy

State Representative Jessica Bateman discusses her efforts to address Washington's housing affordability crisis, including proposals to legalize "middle housing" and significantly increase funding for subsidized affordable units.

Seattle political reporter and editor of PubliCola, Erica Barnett

Week in Review: December 16, 2022 - w/ Erica Barnett

For this Hacks & Wonks week-in-review, Crystal is joined by returning co-host: Seattle political reporter and editor of PubliCola, Erica Barnett! The show starts with yesterday’s acquittal verdict of embattled Pierce County Sheriff Ed Troyer whose trial followed familiar narratives of an officer fearing for their life, leading to

Katie Wilson of the Transit Riders Union

Tukwila Voters Approve Minimum Wage Increase in Landslide Victory

Katie Wilson of the Transit Riders Union details Tukwila's successful minimum wage hike initiative, from coalition building to door-to-door canvassing and public outreach that secured 82% voter approval.

Metro news columnist and opinion editor for The News Tribune in Tacoma, Matt Driscoll

Week in Review: December 9, 2022 - with Matt Driscoll

For this Hacks & Wonks week-in-review, political consultant and host Crystal Fincher is joined by metro news columnist and opinion editor for The News Tribune in Tacoma, Matt Driscoll! They start the show reviewing the criminal trial of elected Pierce County Sheriff Ed Troyer. Troyer is charged with false reporting

RE-AIR: April Berg, 44th LD State Representative

RE-AIR: April Berg, 44th LD State Representative

On this midweek show, Crystal chats with Representative April Berg about her re-election campaign for State Representative in the 44th Legislative District - her path to elected office, running as a progressive Black woman in a swing district, and how she managed the transition to becoming a legislator during COVID.

Executive Director of The Urbanist, Doug Trumm

Week in Review: December 2, 2022 - with Executive Director of The Urbanist Doug Trumm

On this week’s Hacks & Wonks, Crystal is joined by Executive Director of The Urbanist, Doug Trumm. Crystal and Doug quickly run through news items about progress on Washington state’s capital gains tax, a discussion on the worsening traffic safety crisis, and labor stories about Amazon’s questionable

Seattle City Councilmember Tammy Morales

Seattle's Comprehensive Plan Update Sparks Debate Over Equity and Growth

Seattle Councilmember Tammy Morales discusses the city's Comprehensive Plan update, a crucial opportunity to rethink growth strategies and create more equitable, sustainable neighborhoods. She highlights priorities around mixed-use development, affordable housing, and transit-oriented planning.