Roddy Scheer author of Oregon and Washington’s Roadside Ecology: 33 Easy Walks Through the Region’s Amazing Natural Areas is my guest for this episode. We talk about his latest book and how he was able to write it while maintaining balance with his home life. Being a environmental focused writer writing about hikes does require…
Seattle is stereotypically associated with its rainy weather, tech companies such as Amazon, being the birthplace of grunge music, and having some of the loudest football fans in the country. But perhaps The Emerald City is most symbolically known as a place that really loves coffee. Being the birthplace of Starbucks definitely deserves a significant…
Fran Dunaway is my guest for this episode. Fran is the co-founder of Tomboy X a gender neutral underwear brand based in Seattle. Fran Dunaway Tomboy X Episode Transcript Fran Dunaway [00:00:00]:We didn’t come out trying to tell people how to be cool. We came out telling people we think they’re cool the way they are….
Welcome to another exciting exploration of Washington State! In this episode, host Scott Cowan dives deep into the life and experiences of James Woollard, the renowned Public Address (PA) announcer for the Seattle Sounders. His journey from England to Seattle is fascinating, filled with passion for soccer and an unmistakable British accent that has charmed…
René Fabre is my guest for this episode. René and I have known each other for over a decade During our conversation we cover a wide range of topics from Title Insurance, Washington State history. Renton, music and more. René and I share a love of Washington State history. During our conversation we talk about…
Everett Fitzhugh is my guest for this episode. Everett is the Seattle Kraken first radio play by play announcer. We chat about his journey to the NHL. Everett had a goal of being in the NHL by 40. He made it with seven year to spare! Growing up in Detroit Everett began following the Detroit…
We’re excited to share with you a brand new cabin – Little Wolf Cabin, located in Maple Falls, just 40 min from Mt. Baker and a perfect weekend getaway for hikers and skiers or snowboarders. And it’s pup friendly! Little Wolf Cabin Little Wolf Cabin is named after all its cool wolf-themed artwork. This cabin…
Have you ever felt overwhelmed walking into a nursery or a big box store and seeing all the vegetable starts or seed packets, and wanting to buy some to bring home but you don’t know where to start? The first thing that comes to mind for what you should grow is, start with what you…
Editor’s Note (April 2026): Since this article was written, Michou Deli, Pecos Pit BBQ, and Blazing Bagels have all permanently closed. Maiz and Paseo remain open. We are working on updated Seattle lunch recommendations. “What are you in the mood to eat for lunch?” Seattle’s stretch from Pike Place Market down to SoDo is one…
Paula Boggs is my guest for this episode. Paula’s music is powerful. Her journey is encouraging. This is a must listen episode. “Seattle-Brewed Soulgrass” It is a disservice to describe Paula with just one title. Her background is extensive. Raised in the segregated south until her parents divorced. Paula spent her junior and senior high school years…
Lora Liegel is our guest for this episode. Lora is the Market Director for the Bellingham Farmers Market. Lora chats about how the market is celebrating 30 years of bringing local sustainable agriculture and local farmers to to the Depot Market Square location This year for the opening day the market will be bringing back…
Brooke Lizotte is my guest for this episode. Brooke is a keyboard player with a resume too long to share here. One Sunday afternoon I sat down with Brooke in a recording studio in Seattle. I was introduced to Brooke by Raymond Hayden. Ray shared with me that Brooke is one of his mentors and…
