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UpZones podcast
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UpZones podcast features stories from the people building a richer, more cosmopolitan new Seattle. Host Ian Martinez, a former journalist and Obama Administration adviser, brings his unique conversational manner to long-form interviews with community leaders in the arts, politics & activism, business, and general civic life.
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Upisode #53: Alex Brennan
Mar 5, 202000:35:43Tap to summarizeFuturewise Executive Director Alex Brennan came by the Collaboratory and talked urban growth boundaries, development, and housing.
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Upisode #52: Liz Berry
Feb 26, 202000:37:50Tap to summarizeWe're back! Washington State Association for Justice Executive Director Liz Berry stops by the new digs to talk about her firsthand experience with gun violence, Washington's inability -- or unwillingness -- to raise tax revenue, and her legendary cousin Glen.
Transcribe →Classic Upisode: Cary Moon
Jul 1, 201900:29:43Tap to summarizeClassic upisode! Or, re-run! Longtime advocate and 2017 mayoral finalist Cary Moon swings by the bookstore and raps with Ian about growing up in the Midwest, land planning in Seattle, and the value of our city's connection to the water. She explains the distinction between the successful public park (a city project) and the viaduct (a controversial state project) and discusses what she learned -- and what confirmed that she already knew -- during her run.
Transcribe →Classic Upisode: Sol Villarreal
Jun 26, 201900:33:37Tap to summarizeClassic upisode! Or, re-run! Real estate expert and Civic Minute founder Sol Villarreal stops by the book store to chat about the housing market, trust in business and politics, and engage in a rigorous debate with Ian about our social expectations for elected officials.
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