April 2021
Innovating the Office: Technology Trends Changing the Workplace
What does the future hold for how and where we work?
Sponsored by Realogics, Inc. The way we work is changing, and, not surprisingly, technology is playing a big part in that shift. Conversation about the workplace almost always starts with technology. Indeed, technology is the enabling factor that allows anybody, anytime, to complete work from almost anywhere. As technology is further embedded into the office,…
Let’s Hope Seattle Avoids Korean Olympics Fallout
The Winter Olympic Games in PyeongChang, South Korea begin this week, and it's been a volatile time on the peninsula.
It’s hard not to think about North Korea these days. The possibility of a nuclear attack is certainly on people’s minds, even though the chances of a missile hitting Seattle is remote (sorry. Ann Coulter). Still, in Olympia, some legislators have sought to remove barriers against preparing for such an event. With President Donald Trump…
What’s New at Whistler: Off the Slopes Edition
Here's what to eat and drink at one of North America's best ski resorts.
It’s been an amazing ski season so far up on Whistler Blackcomb, buried under the white stuff. Still, as tempting as the vast snowy terrain is at what’s arguably the best ski resort in North America, you’ll almost always find me off the slopes — getting pampered at a spa (tranquil Scandinave and the bliss-inducing…
Paul Allen Can Play Guitar Like Jimi Hendrix, According to Quincy Jones
The Microsoft cofounder, Seahawks owner and overall influential Seattleite can apparently shred.
In accordance with Internet Law, whenever there is a local angle to a national story of interest, especially if it’s a quirky one, publications like this one are obligated to blog about it. Well, New York Magazine’s new Q&A with Quincy Jones is one of the most entertaining interviews published in recent memory, and there…
Q&A: Kyle MacLachlan on Being an Ambassador for Washington State Wine
The "Twin Peaks" and "Portlandia" star has been making wine in his native Yakima for more than a decade. Could a wine dinner at Twede's Cafe be coming soon?
Acclaimed actor Kyle MacLachlan has brought indelible charm and a quirky sophistication to portray memorable Northwest characters like Agent Dale Cooper in the Twin Peaks and the mayor of Portland in Portlandia. Since 2005, MacLachlan has found a second, equally satisfying professional pursuit within the world of wine. A native of Yakima, Wash., MacLachlan has…
This is Radio Clash: KEXP Gets the World to Listen on International Clash Day
From Antarctica to Seattle to Serbia, Feb. 7 marks the annual celebration of The Clash, and this year is bigger than ever. Tune in for Clash originals, covers, side projects, and much more.
Today we celebrate the Clash, a band whose music and human rights message has endured over the years. Started by John Richards at KEXP in Seattle in 2013, International Clash Day is now renowned worldwide with countries from all seven continents participating. The day kicks off with Ice Radio at McMurdo Station in Antarctica playing Clash…
Preview: The Seattle Wine and Food Experience
The three day food and wine festival is just a few weeks away!
The 10th anniversary of the Seattle Wine and Food Experience is just around the corner. Our Director of Marketing and Events, Lauren Madeja, talked to KING 5 about Comfort, Pop! Bubbles and Seafood and the Grand Tasting. “This marks the 10th anniversary of the Seattle Wine and Food Experience and it’s the second year that Seattle…
Reformer-in-Chief: Meet the Woman Working To Solve Seattle’s Most Vexing Issues
One colleague describes Lisa Daugaard as an organizer, analyst, advocate, strategist, academic, orator, social worker and spin doctor.
Lisa Daugaard, pictured in front of the Seattle Police Department’s West Precinct, is known for her persistence, especially where civil rights issues are concerned