Northwest Now

by Tom Layson

Join host Tom Layson in taking a closer look at issues and people of Western Washington.

Podcast episodes

  • Season 15

  • We Heart Seattle

    We Heart Seattle

    A grassroots volunteer group called We Heart Seattle goes against the grain by picking up more than a million pounds of trash in an effort to help address the city's homeless crisis.

  • Outgoing Moderates

    Outgoing Moderates

    A discussion with outgoing moderates, state GOP Representitive J.T. Wilcox, and Democratic 6th Congressional District Derek Kilmer about their decisions not to run for office again in the midst of squabbling between MAGA Republicans and Progressive Democrats. Are political extremes causing effective moderates on both sides to leave office?

  • Real Estate 2024

    Real Estate 2024

    Our annual checkup of the local real estate market.

  • Mind Matters: Suicide

    Mind Matters: Suicide

    A discussion about why so many people are chasing to end their own lives and the help that is available.

  • Dr. Paul Elliott-Cobbs

    Dr. Paul Elliott-Cobbs

    A discussion with a longtime accomplished musician who has also shaped the careers of countless young people.