Seattle Nice
It’s getting harder and harder to talk about politics, especially if you disagree. Well, screw that. Seattle Nice aims to be the most opinionated and smartest analysis of what’s really happening in Seattle politics available in any medium. Each episode dives into contentious and sometimes ridiculous topics, exploring perspectives from across Seattle's political spectrum, from city council brawls to the ways the national political conversation filters through our unique political process. Even if you’re not from Seattle, you need to listen to Seattle Nice. Because it’s coming for you. Unlike the sun, politics rises in the West and sets in the East.
Podcasting since 2021 • 174 episodes
Seattle Nice
Latest Episodes
2026 Forecast: Will Katie Wilson Save Seattle with Pragmatism?
We have no clue what 2026 holds, but that hasn't stopped us! The annual "Seattle Nice" prognostication episode returns with Publicola Co-Founder Josh Feit to offer hopes and predictions for the city's 2026. The main event: Mayor-elect Katie Wil...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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47:54
Is SPD contract a "complete failure" of police reform by current city leadership?
On this four-year anniversary episode of Seattle Nice, we dissect two major policy and political battles, starting with the contentious Seattle Police Officer Guild (SPOG) contract. Passed by a narrow and unusual 6-3 City Council vote, the cont...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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31:59
Executives Gone Wild? Seattle, King County Shakeups
A new era is dawning in Seattle and King County, with big changes happening at the top. We break down the personnel shifts, including Mayor-Elect Katie Wilson's choice of
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Season 4
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Episode 49
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42:51
Mayor-Elect Katie Wilson says Seattle Nice is “Special”
Mayor-elect Katie Wilson turned down numerous invitations for national television appearances over the past week, telling Seattle Nice, “That is not my job.” But she took time out of her busy transition planning to speak with us (and you!). Wit...
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Season 4
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Episode 48
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44:09
A Political Earthquake: Katie Wilson’s Huge Mayoral Win and the Price of Pizza
The votes are in and a new era begins in Seattle politics. In this episode:The Concession and the Controversy: Was Bruce Harrell’s concession speech gracious enough?The Affordability Referendum: Wilson’s focus...
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Season 4
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Episode 47
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40:37
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