Exploring Washington State
What if you could sit down at your favorite coffee shop with the most interesting people in Washington State? Every episode does exactly that.
Host Scott Cowan has unhurried conversations with artists, entrepreneurs, historians, and makers—people doing fascinating work across the state. These 60-minute episodes feel less like interviews and more like catching up with a friend who has great stories to tell. No scripts. No time limits. Just curiosity and good conversation.
340+ episodes and counting.
There is always more to explore.
About the podcast
Since 2020, the Exploring Washington State Podcast has featured over 340 conversations with the artists, entrepreneurs, historians, and makers who call Washington home. If you’re curious about the stories behind the places, this podcast goes deeper than any travel guide.
Love this podcast because it highlights people, places and history in our wonderful state. You should add this show to your list.
– Jon Erick
Most popular episodes
Recent Exploring Washington State Podcast episodes
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Tieton Cider Works: From Apples to Cider plus much more from the Yakima Valley
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Sadie Davis-Suskind Shares Stories About Food, Fun, and Cheetos
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Chris Klimecky From The Crystal Monkey Project to Songwriters in Seattle, a Musical Conversation
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Ted Brown Music Outreach Live it Outloud With Stephanie Howe
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Cathy Faulkner: Big Speakers and Loud Volume. Seattle’s 99.9 KISW Music Legend Shares Stories
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Darren Chromey: Hiking and Climbing Mount Rainier & Other Peaks and Valleys
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Paul Sawtell: A Musical Career Playing for a President, and Winning a Spellemann Award
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Anthem Coffee: Bryan Reynolds Talking Heroic Hospitality and Great Coffee
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Christine Reed: Alone in Wonderland. Hiking the Wonderland Trail Around Mount Rainier
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Emily Ritchie Northwest Cider Association Executive Director Chats Washington State Ciders
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Brian Jennings Exploring Washington State with a Camera
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Regan Lane: Soda Cracker Jesus is Strangely Alright and More. A Musical Journey Shared.
Who’s behind this Podcast
Scott Cowan is a talker.
For over five years and 340+ episodes, he’s sat down with artists, entrepreneurs, historians, makers, and anyone with a compelling story across Washington State. What started as a way to stay connected during the pandemic became a commitment to preserving conversations that matter—unhurried, curious, and real.
Scott doesn’t script his interviews. He asks questions, listens deeply, and lets conversations unfold the way they do when you’re catching up with a friend over coffee. His curiosity is genuine, his interest is unfiltered, and his goal is simple: understand what drives people to create, build, and stay passionate about their work.
This isn’t a travel guide. It’s a document of the people who make Washington interesting, one conversation at a time.
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The Exploring Washington State Podcast is your go-to source for discovering the diverse wonders of the Evergreen State. Whether you’re seeking inspiration for your next adventure, looking to savor local cuisine, or eager to learn about the businesses and artists that call Washington home, this podcast has something for everyone. Join us as we showcase the splendor of Washington State, reminding you that “there is always more to explore!”