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Join Eddie Rye Jr. and fascinating guests from around the world as they discuss the topics important to today’s world – whether you live in the Northwest or in some faraway country. Eddie uses his years of media experience to get to the heart of every conversation.

  1. 2d ago

    Bishop Francine Brookins, Dr. E. Faye Williams, Attorney Jesse Wineberry and more

    Today, Thursday, June 11 on Urban Forum Northwest: *Bishop Francine A. Brookins, Esq. is the 141st elected and consecrated Bishop of the AME Church and the fifth woman. She currently serves as the Presiding Bishop of the 5th Episcopal District. She serves as Chair of the Publications Commission and is the new Chair of the General Board Social Action Commission. She previously Served Bishop of the 18th Episcopal District which is comprised of four African Countries. She will be the Keynote Speaker for the June 17 Day of Remembrance of the nine worshippers killed at Mother Emanuel AME Church June 17, 2015. The event will be held at Seattle's First AME Church. *Reverend Dr. Carey Anderson, Pastor, Seattle's First AME Church and Hayward Evans, Co Convener, Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration Committee (MLKCC) are Co Hosting the June 17 Day of Remembrance of the Charleston 9 at First AME. There will be a dinner at 5:30 pm and the program begins at 6:30 pm. *Dr. E. Faye Williams, Esq. comments on her book THIS IS ME, it's her life story. Dr. Williams is a talk show in Washington DC and is a syndicated columnist with Trice Edney Wire, her column appears regularly in the Seattle Medium Newspaper. Dr. Williams has held numerous position with some of the top political leaders in the country. She is the founder of the Dick Gregory Society and is on the Board of Directors of The World Conference of Mayors. She recently traveled to Cuba on a fact-finding mission. *Attorney Jesse Wineberry Sr. Co Founder, Washington Equity Now Alliance (WENA) comments on his organizations efforts to secure Reparations for Washington state's African Descendants of United States Chattel Slavery. He was an advocate for Japanese Reparations in the 1980's and lobbied the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) and gained the CBC's support for Japanese Reparations. He is now seeking to have Reparations for African Descendants in the Washington State Democratic Party Platform next week at their meeting in Spokane. Urban Forum Northwest streams live at www.1150kknw.com. Visit us at www.urbanforumnw.com for archived programs and relevant information. Like us on Facebook. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    55 min

  2. Jun 4

    Kent City Councilman John Boyd, Reverend Dr. Robert L. Jeffrey, Sr. and more

    Today, Thursday, June 4 on Urban Forum Northwest: *Kent City Councilman John Boyd comments on his efforts to extend Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Highway to his city. He invites you to the Saturday June 6, 2:00 pm forum on Housing and Homelessness will be held at Kent Lutheran Church. He will be joined by Senator Tina Orwall, Representatives Edwin Obras, and Debra Entenman. Pastor Tormod Svensson is hosting the event. *Reverend Dr. Robert L. Jeffrey, Sr. Pastor, New Hope Missionary Baptist Church is celebrating forty years of pastoral leadership this weekend. He was the Founder of the Black Dollar Task Force, was a force in Seattle's Anti Apartheid movement and is in the process of developing 93 units of affordable housing units. *Josalyn Ford, Chief Advancement Officer, Urban League of Metropolitan of Seattle talks about the service and advocacy that are provided by the organization. She invites you to the Saturday, June 6 Black Tie fundraiser that will feature Super Star Shaka Khan. *Hayward Evans, Co Convener, Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration Committee comments on the Day of Remembrance for the Charleston 9 that will be held on June 17, the eleventh anniversary of the murder of the nine African American Worshipers by a white supremacist and neo-Nazi Dylann Roof at Mother Emanuel AME Church. The event will be held at Seattle's First AME Church. Bishop Francine A. Brookins, Esq. is the Keynote Speaker. *Dion Cook, Co Founder & CEO DENKYEM, his organization creates the conditions for business success, providing affordable capital, personalized business support, and meaningful networking opportunities. They are not only financing entrepreneurs, but also creating an ecosystem where they can thrive. *Randolph Cross, Royal Esquire Club comments on the activities that will be held in the month of June at the club beginning with the very popular First Friday on June 5. In addition to Birthday Celebrations, the Juneteenth Celebration, Rose' En Black Taste Experience will be held on Saturday, June 20. TessThomas will deliver Rhythm & Blues live on stage on June 27 at 9:00 pm. Urban Forum Northwest streams live at www.1150kknw.com. Visit us at www.urbanforumnw.com for archived programs and relevant information. Like us n facebook. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    54 min

  3. May 28

    A Day of Remembrance for the Charleston 9 and more

    Today, Thursday, May 28 on Urban Forum Northwest: *On Tuesday, May 26 the following elected officials and community advocates celebrated the unveiling of the first Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Highway sign in Renton WA. On December 10, 2025 the Washington State Transportation Commission unanimously passed Resolution NO.755 to extend Martin Luther King Jr. Way 9.2 miles to Kent WA. *Gwen Allen Carston, Executive Director, Kent Black Action Commission (KBAC); Senator Claudia Kauffman (D)-47th LD, Mia Su Ling Gregerson (D)-33rd LD, Senator Tina Orwall (D)-33rd LD, Representative Edwin Obras (D)-33rd LD; Kent City Council Members John Boyd, Sharon Shoker, and Zandria Machaud; Renton City Councilman Ed Prince; King County Council member Steffanie Fain. Hayward Evans, president, Seattle King County NAACP. *Reverend Dr. Carey Anderson, Pastor, Seattle's First AME Church and Hayward Evans, Co Convener, Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration Committee (MLKCC) comments on the significance of remembering the Charleston 9. The worshipers that invited a white man, Dylann Roof into their Bible Study and killed them on June 17, 2015. First AME and MLKCC will host a Day of Remembrance on June 17 at 5:30 pm at First AME. *Cheryl Jackson-Williams, Chair, Seattle King County NAACP Housing Committee comments on her vision for the organizations efforts to provide affordable housing for King County residents. She has been the leader of Skyway's very successful Juneteenth event. Urban Forum Northwest streams live at www.1150kknw.com. Visit us at www.urbanforumnw.com for archived programs and relevant information. Like us on facebook See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    54 min

  4. May 21

    Earl Key, Senior Director of Transportation Equity, Washington State Department of Transportation and more

    Thursday, May 21 on Urban Forum Northwest: *Earl Key, Senior Director of Transportation Equity, Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) talks about WSDOT's new Small Business Program that complies with the new anti DEI initiatives and still afford possibilities for minority and women owned businesses seeking to do business with WSDOT. *Hayward Evans is the newly elected president of the Seattle King County NAACP. He shares his organizational strategy which is already being implemented to insure that the NAACP will have a representative in every region of Martin Luther King Jr. County. *Bob Armstead, president, Washington State Chapter-National Association of Minority Contractors (NAMC) comments on the role that Wendell Stemley, president, National NAMC played in saving the Disadvantage Business Enterprise (DBE). The lawsuit, Mid-America Milling Co. vs DOT was originally filed by groups seeking to eliminate race and gender conscious elements of the DBE Program. *Dennis Williams, Jr.,Vice President, Wealth Advisor, Farther Finance invites you to New Beginnings Christian Fellowship (NBCF) to hear information regarding Investment Strategies;Retirement Readiness;Long Term Care;College Savings;Budget and Savings. The workshop will be held on Saturday, May 23 11:00 am-12:30 pm at NBCF. Urban Forum Northwest streams live at www.1150kknw.com. Like us at www.urbanforumnw.com for archived programs and relevant information. Like us on facebook See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    53 min

  5. May 14

    Representative Jamila Taylor, Congressman Emanuel Cleaver II and more

    Today, Thursday, May 14 on Urban Forum Northwest: *Representative Jamila Taylor (PD)-30th LD was the sponsor of the Washington State Home ownership Covenant Act which is being targeted by the Trump administration's Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The policy is designed to expand access to home ownership for communities excluded from the housing market. The program has assisted over 1300 home buyers. *Congressman Emanuel Cleaver II (D)-5th Congressional District MO comments on the gerrymandering that is aimed at eliminating the seats of African American Members of Congress, primarily in southern states. His seat is also targeted. *Juan Peralez, president, UNIDOS of Snohomish County, the organization's focus has been on police accountability. He comments on their success the last legislative session with the support of Senator John Lovick (D)-44 LD when through the legislative process they were able to gain uniformity in police standards. *The following individuals discussed and offered solutions on fighting for and maintaining the voting rights of African Americans that were gained over 60 years ago when President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act on August 7, 1965. Reverend Dr. Steve Baber, Saint Peters United Methodist Church (retired pastor) Reverend Dr. Phyllis Beaumonte, Assistant Pastor, Mount Zion Baptist Church Bishop Reggie Witherspoon, Sr., Pastor, Mount Calvary Christian Center COGIC Reverend Malando, Youth & Young Adult Minister, Shiloh Baptist Church & President, Tacoma Branch NAACP Urban Forum Northwest streams live at www.1150kknw.com. Like us at www.urbanforumnw.com for archived programs and relevant information. Like us on Facebook. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    54 min

  6. May 7

    Seattle City Attorney Erika Evans, Dr. Marci Tate Arunga and more

    Thursday, May 7 on Urban Forum Northwest: *Seattle City Attorney Erika Evans is the first African American and person of color to serve in that office. She has extensive legal experience, serving as Assistant City Prosecutor, Assistant City Attorney, and Assistant US Attorney. She is a graduate of the University of Washington and Seattle University School of Law. She comments on what she was able to accomplish during the last legislative session to expedite justice. * Hayward Evans, Co Convener, Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration Committee (MLKCC) and he is the president elect of the Seattle King County Branch NAACP. He comments on MLKCC's plan for the anniversary of the June 17, 2015 murder of the Charleston Nine, during Bible Study at Mother Emanuel AME Church. *Carl Livingston, Senior Pastor, Kingdom Christian Center, is also a political science Professor, author, and community activist. He pays tribute to Charles Oliver an Assistant pastor at Kingdom Christian Center who passed away last month. Charles had been an activist beginning at Franklin High School. His service will be held Friday, May 15 at 11:00 am at Seattle's Greater Mount Baker Missionary Baptist Church, 2425 South Jackson Street, Seattle 98144. *Roger Evans, Co Founder, Washington State Black Legacy Institute-home to a growing visual and digital archive of Black History in Washington State. The facility is surrounded by wall portraits of pioneering figures such as Nettie Asberry, William Grose, and Susan Revels Cayton. Visitors can explore and produce digital copies of historical artifacts from across the state. * Dr. Marci Tate Arunga, former Dean, Tacoma Campus, Evergreen State College is the Featured Keynote Speaker for the 2026 Black Legacy Summit For Historic Preservation Hosted by Washington State Black Legacy Institute the event is Saturday, May 9 9:00 am-5:00 pm. The facility is located at 2656 42nd Avenue SW, Seattle 98116. Dr. Tate Arunga will speak at 12:00-1:30 pm. *Karen Vargas is Founder and Director of Living Life Leadership, a youth mentoring program with New Life Community Development Agency in Kitsap County. She is Chairperson, Multi Cultural Advisory Council for the Bainbridge Island School District. And Founder, Living Arts Cultural Heritage Center in Bremerton WA. Urban Forum Northwest streams live at www.1150kknw.com. Visit us at www.urbanforumnw.com for archived programs and relevant information. Like us on Facebook. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    56 min

  7. Apr 30

    Seattle Port Commission President Ryan Calkins, Senator T'wina Nobles (D)-28th and more

    Today, Thursday, April 30: *Seattle Port Commission President Ryan Calkins comments on the multiple responsibilities of the Port. He also comments on how the Middle East conflict is impacting the airlines and marine traffic in the Puget Sound. *Senator T'wina Nobles (D)-28th LD, she Chairs the Senate Higher Education Committee, is member of the University Place School Board, and leads several organizations and is a faithful member of the Tacoma/ Pierce County Black Collective. *Veronica Gallardo, Director of Facilities and Cultural Events for Seattle's El Centro de la Raza. She invites you to the organizations Cinco de Mayo Celebration that will be held on Saturday, May 2 12:00-4:00 pm at 2524 16th Avenue south. *Duane Hill of the Seattle Breakfast Group comments on the work that the organization is doing with young men in five Seattle High Schools through their Project Mister Program. Their signature event is the Tie-One-On Celebration Luncheon will be held Thursday, May 7 at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel. Urban forum Northwest streams live at www.1150kknw.com. Visit us at www.urbanforumnw.com for archived programs and relevant information. Like us on Facebook. X@Eddie_Rye. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    55 min

  8. Apr 23

    Attorney James Bible, Former Washington State Representative Dawn Mason and more

    Today, Thursday, April 23rd on Urban Forum Northwest on 1150 AM KKNW/www.1150kknw.com, on Alexa and my Podcast 2:03-3:00 pm (PDT) my guest for the hour are: Attorney James Bible comments on the victory he secured for Seattle Police Detective Cookie Bolden.Michelle Merriweather, president & CEO, Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle comments on the growing organization that’s in the process of developing affordable housing across the city. She is being honored Saturday at the Washington State African American Achievement Awards. Reverend Dr. Leslie D. Braxton, Pastor, New Beginnings Christian Fellowship (NBCF) Kent, WA will be honored Saturday at the Washington State African American Achievement Awards being held at Olympic College in Bremerton, WA.Paul Mitchell one of the Founders of the Seattle Breakfast Group comments on the organization’s “Tie One On” an event that prepares young men for adulthood, college and work.Former Washington State Representative Dawn Mason will be honored on Saturday at the Washington State African American Achievement Awards.Urban Forum Northwest streams live at www.1150kknw.com. Visit us at www.urbanforumnw.com for archived programs and relevant information. Like us on facebook. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    53 min
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Join Eddie Rye Jr. and fascinating guests from around the world as they discuss the topics important to today’s world – whether you live in the Northwest or in some faraway country. Eddie uses his years of media experience to get to the heart of every conversation.

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    KKNW | Hubbard Radio
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