Podcast

In this Exploring Washington State Podcast episode, Scott sits down with Rochelle Robinson. Rochelle is a board member of the Cascadia International Women’s Film Festival in Bellingham. She shares the festival’s story and how it’s making space for women filmmakers worldwide. Rochelle’s Journey Rochelle wears many hats. She’s involved with Western Washington University, where she...

Jessi and Jared Fredeen are the powerhouse duo behind Champagne Sunday, a Tacoma-based band that’s been making music—and memories—together for two decades. Their journey began with a chance on-stage moment in a California restaurant and slowly evolved into a musical and personal partnership. Today, they’ve released ten albums, performed thousands of shows, and built a...

Every spring, thousands of visitors visit the University of Washington’s campus to witness one of the most breathtaking sights in Seattle—the iconic cherry blossoms in full bloom. These delicate pink and white flowers transform the Quad into a scene from a postcard, drawing photographers, nature lovers, and tourists alike. But beyond their beauty, these trees have...

Jessica Alexanderson, better known as Scuba Jess. Jess previously joined the show to talk about her love for scuba diving and ocean conservation. This time, she’s trying to collect two million aluminum cans to support schools nationwide. Why Aluminum Cans? Jessica’s 2 Million Cans Recycling Contest is a national effort to get schools involved in recycling. With 18 schools in 12...

Join us for an incredible conversation with Patrick Pearse McAleese, the heart and soul behind Seattle’s legendary Kells Irish Pub. We dive deep into the rich history of Kells, the origins of this iconic bar in Pike Place Market, and the unforgettable legacy it has built over four decades. From its early days in the...

In this episode of the Exploring Washington State Podcast, Scott Cowan welcomes Kendall Jones, founder of the Washington Beer Blog, to discuss the history and future of craft beer in Washington State. Kendall shares his journey from an aspiring rock star to a renowned voice in the beer community, weaving together stories of personal discovery, local...

Welcome back to another inspiring episode of the Exploring Washington State Podcast! This time, Scott Cowan sits down with Meghanne Storey, a talented musician with an extraordinary story of resilience, creativity, and passion. From her challenging beginnings on the streets of Seattle to becoming a celebrated artist, Meghan shares her incredible journey of triumph over...

Today’s guest is Tim Nyhus, a passionate explorer uncovering the hidden treasures of ghost towns and abandoned mines across the state. Episode Highlights A Journey into Washington’s Forgotten Past Tim shares how his love for history and family road trips inspired him to explore ghost towns and mines, starting with the abandoned coal town of...

Hey there, friends! In this episode of the Exploring Washington State podcast, your host Scott Cowan dives into a fun and heartwarming conversation with Jake Eberhart, the innovative mind behind Bolder K9 Jake shares his journey of moving to Washington, adopting a rescue pup, and turning a chewed-up leash into a thriving business that gives back to...

In this episode, we explore Skagit County tourism through an in-depth conversation with Kristen Keltz, CEO of the Skagit County Tourism Bureau. Are you ready to uncover Skagit County’s hidden treasures? Join host Scott Cowan as he chats with Kristen Keltz, CEO of the Skagit Tourism Bureau, to explore everything this remarkable region has to...

In this episode of the Exploring Washington State podcast, Scott Cowan sits down with Wenatchee local and music enthusiast Joel Myrene for a lively conversation packed with nostalgia, community spirit, and a love of live music. Recorded in the historic Wenatchee Prosperity Lodge 301, Joel takes us on a journey from his punk rock roots to his...

This week, Scott sits down with Margot Kravette, an inspiring photographer and blogger who turned her milestone 70th birthday into a journey across Washington State. Margot shares how her lifelong passion for photography—sparked in the 1970s at Walter Reed Hospital—led her to create InspiredJourneys.live, a website documenting her exploration of Washington’s most unique and captivating locations....