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Hacks & Wonks Crystal Fincher
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Hacks & Wonks is a show hosted by political consultant Crystal Fincher, who talks with Policy Wonks and Political Hacks to gather insight into local politics and policy in Washington state through the lens of those doing the work, with behind-the-scenes perspectives on what's happening, why it's happening and what you can do about it.
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Week in Review: June 21, 2024 - with David Kroman
On this week-in-review, Crystal is joined by Seattle Times City Hall reporter, David Kroman!
They discuss:
Former Seattle Police Chief Comes Out, Uses as Defense Against Sexual Misconduct Allegations
Seattle Police Department Recruitment Test Controversy
Seattle Police Officer's Invalid Driver's License Scandal
Auburn Police Officer on Trial for Murder
Controversial Hire for Seattle City Council Communications
Seattle's Transportation Levy Proposal
King County's Crisis Care Centers Plan
Potential Boost for Sounder South Line
Newcastle's Pride Flag Controversy
As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhacksandwonks.com.
Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Twitter at @finchfrii and find today’s co-host, David Kroman, at @KromanDavid. -
Chris Reykdal Discusses Key Issues in Washington State Superintendent of Public Instruction Race
Chris Reykdal, current Superintendent of Public Instruction, joins Hacks & Wonks to discuss his re-election campaign.
As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhacksandwonks.com.
Follow us on Twitter at @HacksWonks. Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Twitter at @finchfrii and find Chris Reykdal at @chrisreykdal. -
Week in Review: June 14, 2024 - with Lilly Ana Fowler
On this week-in-review, Crystal is joined by reporter covering social justice issues for NPR member station KNKX, Lilly Ana Fowler!
They discuss:
Gun Violence Impacting Schools
Burien Police Chief Resigns & City Manager Calls Police On Homeless People Almost Every Day
Governor Inslee on Emergency Abortions
PayUp Minimum Wage Legislation Repeal
COVID-19 Uptick
Death at ICE Detention Center
As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhacksandwonks.com.
Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Twitter at @finchfrii and find today’s co-host, Lilly Ana Fowler at @LillyAFowler. -
Reid Saaris Discusses Key Issues in Washington State Superintendent of Public Instruction Race
Reid Saaris, an educator and former non-profit leader, joins Hacks & Wonks to discuss his campaign for Superintendent of Public Instruction.
As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhacksandwonks.com.
Follow us on Twitter at @HacksWonks. Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Twitter at @finchfrii and find more information about Reid Saaris at https://reid4waschools.com/. -
Week in Review: June 7, 2024 - with Robert Cruickshank
On this week-in-review, Crystal is joined by Chair of Sierra Club Seattle, long time communications and political strategist, Robert Cruickshank!
They discuss:
Seattle Public Schools Consider Closing Multiple Schools Amid Budget Deficit
Seattle's Wealth Disparity: Median Home Price Surpasses $1 Million, City Boasts 54,000 Millionaires
City Council Considers Minimum Wage Repeal for Gig Workers, Faces Ethical Concerns and Low Approval Ratings
GOP Sues to Keep Fiscal Impact Statements Off Ballot Initiatives
Asylum Seekers Left Unhoused Next to Vacant EconoLodge in Kent
As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhacksandwonks.com.
Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Twitter at @finchfrii and find today’s co-host, Robert Cruickshank at @cruickshank. -
King County Prosecutor Leesa Manion Reflects on Progress and Challenges in First 18 Months
King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion discusses progress and challenges in her first 18 months - highlighting efforts to rebuild law enforcement relationships, reduce juvenile crime, and address violent crime through collaboration and early intervention.
As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhacksandwonks.com.
Follow us on Twitter at @HacksWonks. Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Twitter at @finchfrii and find King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion at @KCProsecutor.