Épisodes

  • Traffic Safety Laws from June 24, 2026

    Traffic Safety Laws from June 24, 2026
    Jun 24 2026
    State lawmakers have taken a harder line on highway safety following a spike in roadway fatalities a few years ago. New laws target serial speeders and allow increased surveillance in high-intensity crash zones. Lawmakers also debated lowering the legal blood-alcohol limit to .05%.Shelly Baldwin, director of the Washington Traffic Safety Commission, joins The Impact to talk about policy changes and bills to watch in the future.
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    26 min
  • Clash of State and Local Law from June 17, 2026

    Clash of State and Local Law from June 17, 2026
    Jun 17 2026
    What will new state laws mean in your city? Director of government relations for the Association of Washington Cities, Candice Bock, joins us to weigh in on notable changes in 2026. Later we'll highlight a new podcast series exploring some of the most interesting features of Washington history.

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    26 min
  • From Office Space to Housing from June 10, 2026

    From Office Space to Housing from June 10, 2026
    Jun 10 2026
    A comprehensive look at two very different real estate market dynamics impacting Washington: a surplus of vacant office space available and an ongoing shortage of housing stock. Featuring Q&A with real estate economist Matthew Gardner.
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    26 min
  • The Impact - 2026 Hot Topics in State Government

    The Impact - 2026 Hot Topics in State Government
    Jun 3 2026
    A post-session, pre-primary look at some of the hottest topics in state government. Features panel interview with Sarah Mizes-Tan from KUOW/KNKX and Jerry Cornfield from the Washington State Standard.
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    26 min
  • 2026 Election Outlook from May 27, 2026

    2026 Election Outlook from May 27, 2026
    May 27 2026
    The entire Washington state House and roughly half of the state Senate will be on the ballot this fall, along with five of nine Washington Supreme Court positions, and all ten Congressional seats. We'll highlight battleground districts and competitive races drawing big money this year, as well as the state implications of a national redistricting debate. Panelists: WA Democrats Communications Director Stephen Reed and Washington State GOP Chair Jim Walsh.
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    26 min
  • 2026 Wildfire Outlook from May 20, 2026

    2026 Wildfire Outlook from May 20, 2026
    May 20 2026
    What can we expect from the 2026 wildfire season? DNR’s Wildland Fire Division manager explains the implications of different environmental conditions, strategies for various situations, and evolving challenges for the wildland-urban interface. He also shares a personal perspective on the devastating losses from the 2023 Gray Fire in Spokane County.
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    26 min
  • Running Start from May 13, 2026

    Running Start from May 13, 2026
    May 13 2026
    A popular program that lets high school students earn free college credit is facing funding cuts in 2026. We'll dive into how Running Start works and what students stand to lose from the reductions.Guest: Jamie Traugott, director of student services and K12 alignment for the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges.
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    26 min
  • The Return of Wolves from May 6, 2026

    The Return of Wolves from May 6, 2026
    May 6 2026
    Washington's gray wolf population is on the rise again after rebounding from a year of losses. You’ll hear from state wolf biologist Trent Roussin about where they’re found in the greatest numbers and where they might be heading next. We'll also showcase a sanctuary for displaced wolves tucked away in Tenino.
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    26 min