Cascade of History

Feliks Banel
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  • HISTORY
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CASCADE OF HISTORY is the only LIVE radio show presenting news and stories about people doing cool things with and for history in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and British Columbia. We talk about people, artifacts, books, maps, photos, places, landmarks, public lands, state and national parks, trails, highways, and the historic events that can bring us all together. The show is broadcast LIVE most Sunday nights at 8pm Pacific Time on SPACE 101.1 FM (and streaming via http://www.space101fm.org ) from studios located on the shores of Lake Washington in historic Magnuson Park in Seattle, former site of Sand Point Naval Air Station (though sometimes CASCADE OF HISTORY originates from remote locations around the region). The podcast feed consists of the weekly broadcast, plus frequent bonus episodes with timely and topical interviews, vintage local audio or other Pacific Northwest history-related content - and sometimes even BREAKING NEWS. Producer and host Feliks Banel is an Emmy-winning and Edward R. Murrow Award-winning broadcaster, and former deputy director of Seattle's Museum of History & Industry (MOHAI). Send your questions, comments, guest suggestions, news tips and other correspondence to cascadeofhistory@gmail.com.

  1. Ep. 136: Historically Strange Winter Weather; Honor Walk for Chief Leschi; Pasco Aviation Museum; and Nisqually Quake Audio from KUOW

    1D AGO

    Ep. 136: Historically Strange Winter Weather; Honor Walk for Chief Leschi; Pasco Aviation Museum; and Nisqually Quake Audio from KUOW

    Feliks Banel's guests on this LIVE BROADCAST of CASCADE OF HISTORY include meteorologist Scott Sistek of the Emerald City Weather Blog on the historically strange weather this winter; Walter Neary of The Cascadian on last week's Honor Walk for Chief Leschi by the Nisqually Tribe; Malin Bergstrom, board president of the Pasco Aviation Museum on the upcoming Air Mail Centennial Celebration which kicks off on April 6, 2026; and vintage audio from KUOW 94.9 FM from the February 28, 2001 Nisqually Earthquake - featuring Steve Scher, Carl Elliott, Ross Reynolds, Ken Vincent and Patricia Murphy. Scott Sistek's Emerald City Weather Blog: https://emeraldcityweather.com/ Walter Neary's report on the Chief Leschi Honor Walk for The Cascadian: https://thecascadian.com/lakewood-commemorates-leschi-through-annual-honor-walk/ More info about the Pasco Aviation Museum: https://pascoaviationmuseum.org/ More info about Feliks Banel’s upcoming “All Over The Map” presentation at the Issaquah Depot Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 7:00pm: https://www.issaquahhistorymuseums.com/event-details/speaker-series-feliks-banel Links to more information about most topics discussed on the show are often available at the CASCADE OF HISTORY Facebook page: www.facebook.com/groups/cascadeofhistory This LIVE broadcast of CASCADE OF HISTORY was originally presented at 8pm Pacific Time on Sunday, February 22, 2026 via SPACE 101.1 FM and gallantly streaming live via www.space101fm.org from historic Magnuson Park - formerly Sand Point Naval Air Station - on the shores of Lake Washington in Seattle. Subscribe to the CASCADE OF HISTORY podcast via most podcast platforms and never miss regular weekly episodes of Sunday night broadcasts as well as frequent bonus episodes. "LIKE" the CASCADE OF HISTORY Facebook page and get updates and other stories throughout the week, and advance notice of live remote broadcasts taking place in your part of the Old Oregon Country.

    1 hr
  2. BONUS EPISODE: Yakima City Council says "Yakima Valley Trolleys Must Raise $7 Million in 18 Months"

    3D AGO

    BONUS EPISODE: Yakima City Council says "Yakima Valley Trolleys Must Raise $7 Million in 18 Months"

    Feliks Banel's guest on this BONUS EPISODE of CASCADE OF HISTORY is Ken Johnsen, founder of the non-profit Yakima Valley Trolleys in Yakima, Washington. Earlier this week, the Yakima City Council voted to withdraw financial support for the trolley portion of a project key to Yakima's future, and key to the future of Yakima Valley Trolleys. Now, the City of Yakima says that Yakima Valley Trolleys has about 18 months to come up with $7 million to support the trolley-related elements of the reconstruction of 6th Avenue in downtown Yakima. Without the tracks on 6th Avenue, Yakima Valley Trolleys' status as the only intact interurban in North America would end - as the route from Yakima to Selah, Washington would be permanently severed. Ken Johnsen is now working to identify the resources required to raise $7 million dollars, and joined CASCADE OF HISTORY on Saturday, February 21, 2026 to provide an update. Contribute to Yakima Valley Trolleys: https://www.yakimavalleytrolleys.org/donations/ LIVE BROADCAST from Yakima Valley Trolleys Powerhouse in June 2025: https://soundcloud.com/cascadeofhistory/ep-112 Background via the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation's List of Most Endangered Places: https://preservewa.org/yakima-valley-trolleys-named-to-washingtons-most-endangered-places-list/ CASCADE OF HISTORY is broadcast LIVE most Sunday nights at 8pm Pacific Time via flagship station SPACE 101.1 FM in Seattle and gallantly streams everywhere via www.space101fm.org. The radio station broadcasts from studios at historic Magnuson Park – located in the former Master-at-Arms’ quarters in the old Sand Point Naval Air Station - on the shores of Lake Washington in Seattle. Subscribe to the CASCADE OF HISTORY podcast via most podcast platforms and never miss regular weekly episodes of Sunday night broadcasts as well as frequent bonus episodes. "LIKE" the Cascade of History Facebook page and get updates and other stories throughout the week, and advance notice of live remote broadcasts taking place in your part of the Old Oregon Country.

    12 min
  3. BONUS EPISODE: Nominate People & Projects for Tacoma's 2026 Historic Preservation Awards

    4D AGO

    BONUS EPISODE: Nominate People & Projects for Tacoma's 2026 Historic Preservation Awards

    Feliks Banel's guest on this BONUS EPISODE of CASCADE OF HISTORY is Susan Johnson, Historic Preservation Coordinator for the City of Tacoma. The Tacoma Landmarks Preservation Commission is seeking nominations for their 2026 Historic Preservation Awards, which will be presented on Thursday, May 21, 2026 as part of Historic Preservation Month. Categories include Broadening Perspectives (Awareness of under-documented or under-represented historical narratives); Career Achievement; Community Engagement; Heritage / Legacy Business; and many more. Nominations must be received by Tuesday, March 17, 2026. CASCADE OF HISTORY spoke with Susan Johnson on Thursday, February 19, 2026. More info and online nomination form for Tacoma Landmarks Preservation Commission 2026 Historic Preservation Awards: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSejLUPXoOu76XlWtRckPrK_by63uE4NOaw0zcEIshvKk1J-Qw/viewform CASCADE OF HISTORY is broadcast LIVE most Sunday nights at 8pm Pacific Time via flagship station SPACE 101.1 FM in Seattle and gallantly streams everywhere via www.space101fm.org. The radio station broadcasts from studios at historic Magnuson Park – located in the former Master-at-Arms’ quarters in the old Sand Point Naval Air Station - on the shores of Lake Washington in Seattle. Subscribe to the CASCADE OF HISTORY podcast via most podcast platforms and never miss regular weekly episodes of Sunday night broadcasts as well as frequent bonus episodes. "LIKE" the Cascade of History Facebook page and get updates and other stories throughout the week, and advance notice of live remote broadcasts taking place in your part of the Old Oregon Country.

    17 min
  4. BONUS EPISODE: WA Trust's NEW CPARC Grant Program Supports "Coastal Preservation & Adaptation for Rural Communities"

    6D AGO

    BONUS EPISODE: WA Trust's NEW CPARC Grant Program Supports "Coastal Preservation & Adaptation for Rural Communities"

    Feliks Banel's guest on this BONUS EPISODE of CASCADE OF HISTORY is Moira Nadal, Preservation Programs Director for the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation. The Washington Trust is launching a new grant program called CPARC, which stands for "Coastal Preservation & Adaptation for Rural Communities." According to the Washington Trust website, CPARC "supports historic buildings and districts in rural communities looking to conduct renovations to combat coastal flooding." The application deadline is just a few days away - this coming Sunday, February 22, 2016 - but we wanted to learn more about what the Washington Trust is hoping to accomplish. CASCADE OF HISTORY spoke with Moira Nadal on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. More info about the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation's CPARC Grant Program: https://preservewa.org/programs/grants/cparc/ CASCADE OF HISTORY is broadcast LIVE most Sunday nights at 8pm Pacific Time via flagship station SPACE 101.1 FM in Seattle and gallantly streams everywhere via www.space101fm.org. The radio station broadcasts from studios at historic Magnuson Park – located in the former Master-at-Arms’ quarters in the old Sand Point Naval Air Station - on the shores of Lake Washington in Seattle. Subscribe to the CASCADE OF HISTORY podcast via most podcast platforms and never miss regular weekly episodes of Sunday night broadcasts as well as frequent bonus episodes. "LIKE" the Cascade of History Facebook page and get updates and other stories throughout the week, and advance notice of live remote broadcasts taking place in your part of the Old Oregon Country.

    16 min
  5. Ep. 135: LIVE from Ivar's Acres of Clams on the 174th Birthday of Downtown Seattle

    FEB 16

    Ep. 135: LIVE from Ivar's Acres of Clams on the 174th Birthday of Downtown Seattle

    Feliks Banel's guests on this special LIVE REMOTE BROADCAST of CASCADE OF HISTORY from the Kalakala Room at Ivar's Acres of Clams on the Seattle waterfront include folksinger Al Hirsch; Ruri Yampolsky, Waterfront Program Arts Manager for the City of Seattle's Office of the Waterfront and Civic Projects; Emily K. Cantrell, President and CEO of Seafair; Lissa Kramer, Park Curator & Resources Management Lead for Klondike Gold Rush National Park in Seattle; Ken Workman, Chief Seattle descendant; Maria Denny, Arthur and Mary Denny descendant; historian and journalist Jean Sherrard; and historian and underwater explorer Matt McCauley. This special live broadcast marked the 174th anniversary of the founding of downtown Seattle, when Arthur Denny and David Denny paddled across Elliott Bay from Alki on February 15, 1852 and chose the spot where they would build the metropolis that became Seattle. Special thanks to Michelle Deide and Bob Donegan of Ivar's for providing the Kalakala Room for tonight's live broadcast. Thanks also to CASCADE OF HISTORY's Roving Correspondent (and field producer) Ken Zick, and to Mitch Etter of SPACE 101.1 FM for running the board back at the station. Thanks also to Kristin Halunen of MOHAI for facilitating access to the brass bell from the long-gone bark WINDWARD, and thanks to Casey McNerthney for the vintage Ivar's audio. CASCADE OF HISTORY is broadcast LIVE most Sunday nights at 8pm Pacific Time via flagship station SPACE 101.1 FM in Seattle and gallantly streams everywhere via www.space101fm.org. The radio station broadcasts from studios at historic Magnuson Park – located in the former Master-at-Arms’ quarters in the old Sand Point Naval Air Station - on the shores of Lake Washington in Seattle. Subscribe to the CASCADE OF HISTORY podcast via most podcast platforms and never miss regular weekly episodes of Sunday night broadcasts as well as frequent bonus episodes. "LIKE" the Cascade of History Facebook page and get updates and other stories throughout the week, and advance notice of live remote broadcasts taking place in your part of the Old Oregon Country.

    1h 2m
  6. BONUS EPISODE: How is the Minnesota Historical Society responding to OPERATION METRO SURGE?

    FEB 15

    BONUS EPISODE: How is the Minnesota Historical Society responding to OPERATION METRO SURGE?

    Feliks Banel's guest on this BONUS EPISODE of CASCADE OF HISTORY is Cecily Marcus, Director of Collections for the Minnesota Historical Society in St. Paul, Minnesota. For the past few months, Minneapolis and St. Paul have been the target of the Trump Administration’s Department of Homeland Security and what the federal government calls “Operation Metro Surge.” Two American citizens - Renee Good and Alex Pretti - were shot to death by federal agents in Minneapolis in January 2026. Demonstrations have been largely peaceful, but chaotic scenes of raids and riot suppression have been a fixture in the media for those who don’t live there. CASCADE OF HISTORY reached out to the Minnesota Historical Society to get a sense of what it’s been like to cope with the reality on the streets and in the communities of Minnesota, and to learn how they are responding – from an artifact and collections perspective – during this, to put it mildly, historically significant time. CASCADE OF HISTORY spoke with Cecily Marcus on Friday, February 13, 2026. Minnesota Historical Society website: https://www.mnhs.org/ CASCADE OF HISTORY is broadcast LIVE most Sunday nights at 8pm Pacific Time via flagship station SPACE 101.1 FM in Seattle and gallantly streams everywhere via www.space101fm.org. The radio station broadcasts from studios at historic Magnuson Park – located in the former Master-at-Arms’ quarters in the old Sand Point Naval Air Station - on the shores of Lake Washington in Seattle. Subscribe to the CASCADE OF HISTORY podcast via most podcast platforms and never miss regular weekly episodes of Sunday night broadcasts as well as frequent bonus episodes. "LIKE" the Cascade of History Facebook page and get updates and other stories throughout the week, and advance notice of live remote broadcasts taking place in your part of the Old Oregon Country.

    42 min
  7. BONUS EPISODE: Vintage Interview with Legendary Late Canadian Sportscaster Jim Robson

    FEB 11

    BONUS EPISODE: Vintage Interview with Legendary Late Canadian Sportscaster Jim Robson

    On this BONUS EPISODE of CASCADE OF HISTORY, we dig into the archives for an interview with the late Jim Robson, legendary Canadian sportscaster who was a beloved figure in British Columbia for decades. News broke today - February 10, 2026 - that Mr. Robson has passed away at age 91. Robson was the “Voice of the Canucks” on radio and TV from their inaugural NHL season in Vancouver in 1970 until 1999. Years before that, Jim Robson began his radio career as a 17-year-old, calling basketball games in Port Alberni, British Columbia, in the early 1950s. He was even a finalist in 1969 for the role of “play by play man” for the one-season-and-done Seattle Pilots of Major League Baseball. Feliks Banel interviewed Mr. Robson in January 2021 for a look ahead at the Seattle Kraken's expansion season in autumn 2021. Special thanks to Jason Beck of the BC Sports Hall of Fame for connecting CASCADE OF HISTORY with Mr. Robson for this interview. Jim Robson's BC SPORTS HALL OF FAME Listing: https://bcsportshall.com/honoured_member/jim-robson/ CASCADE OF HISTORY is broadcast LIVE most Sunday nights at 8pm Pacific Time via flagship station SPACE 101.1 FM in Seattle and gallantly streams everywhere via www.space101fm.org. The radio station broadcasts from studios at historic Magnuson Park – located in the former Master-at-Arms’ quarters in the old Sand Point Naval Air Station - on the shores of Lake Washington in Seattle. Subscribe to the CASCADE OF HISTORY podcast via most podcast platforms and never miss regular weekly episodes of Sunday night broadcasts as well as frequent bonus episodes. "LIKE" the Cascade of History Facebook page and get updates and other stories throughout the week, and advance notice of live remote broadcasts taking place in your part of the Old Oregon Country.

    43 min
  8. BONUS EPISODE: Grassroots Campaign Presses Onward to Save Masonic Home of Washington

    FEB 7

    BONUS EPISODE: Grassroots Campaign Presses Onward to Save Masonic Home of Washington

    Feliks Banel's guest on this BONUS EPISODE of CASCADE OF HISTORY is Lloyd Lytle, a leader of the grassroots group working to prevent demolition of the historic Masonic Home of Washington in Des Moines, Washington. Lytle’s group is called Citizens for the Protection of Des Moines Historic Resources. They formed a coalition with Des Moines Historical Society and the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation and filed an appeal of the demolition permit issued in August 2025 by the City of Des Moines to property owner Zenith LLC. When the City of Des Moines Hearing Examiner ruled against their appeal in December 2025, the group at first considered giving up. However, as first reported in the B-Town Blog in early January 2026, they decided to appeal the Hearing Examiner's decision to King County Superior Court. The case will be heard in June 2026, but process expenses are mounting this week, and the group is seeking donations in support of their effort to save the Masonic Home. CASCADE OF HISTORY listeners are encouraged to offer even a small contribution to show support for grassroots historic preservation! GoFundMe to Support The King County Appeal and Save The Masonic Home of Washington https://www.gofundme.com/f/save-the-historic-masonic-home-of-des-moines LIVE BROADCAST from the street in front of the Masonic Home on September 14, 2025 https://soundcloud.com/cascadeofhistory/ep-119 Background via the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation's List of Most Endangered Places https://preservewa.org/most_endangered/masonic-home-washington/ CASCADE OF HISTORY is broadcast LIVE most Sunday nights at 8pm Pacific Time via flagship station SPACE 101.1 FM in Seattle and gallantly streams everywhere via www.space101fm.org. The radio station broadcasts from studios at historic Magnuson Park – located in the former Master-at-Arms’ quarters in the old Sand Point Naval Air Station - on the shores of Lake Washington in Seattle. Subscribe to the CASCADE OF HISTORY podcast via most podcast platforms and never miss regular weekly episodes of Sunday night broadcasts as well as frequent bonus episodes. "LIKE" the Cascade of History Facebook page and get updates and other stories throughout the week, and advance notice of live remote broadcasts taking place in your part of the Old Oregon Country.

    20 min
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Ratings & Reviews

4.8
out of 5
15 Ratings

About

CASCADE OF HISTORY is the only LIVE radio show presenting news and stories about people doing cool things with and for history in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and British Columbia. We talk about people, artifacts, books, maps, photos, places, landmarks, public lands, state and national parks, trails, highways, and the historic events that can bring us all together. The show is broadcast LIVE most Sunday nights at 8pm Pacific Time on SPACE 101.1 FM (and streaming via http://www.space101fm.org ) from studios located on the shores of Lake Washington in historic Magnuson Park in Seattle, former site of Sand Point Naval Air Station (though sometimes CASCADE OF HISTORY originates from remote locations around the region). The podcast feed consists of the weekly broadcast, plus frequent bonus episodes with timely and topical interviews, vintage local audio or other Pacific Northwest history-related content - and sometimes even BREAKING NEWS. Producer and host Feliks Banel is an Emmy-winning and Edward R. Murrow Award-winning broadcaster, and former deputy director of Seattle's Museum of History & Industry (MOHAI). Send your questions, comments, guest suggestions, news tips and other correspondence to cascadeofhistory@gmail.com.

Information

  • Creator
    Feliks Banel
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    377
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved
  • Show Website
    Cascade of History

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