Brian Callanan

Join Lauryn Bray, a reporter from the South Seattle Emerald, Brian Callanan, host of Seattle Channel, and Reuven Carlyle, founder of Earth Finance, as they dive into Seattle's pressing issues. They tackle the resignation of Councilor Tammy Morales and the complexities of governance. The conversation shifts to King County's sanctuary laws, immigration policy, and the community's response to homelessness. They also confront Washington's budget crisis and discuss innovative solutions for urban challenges, including the future of emergency response with drones.

The podcast delves into the controversy surrounding rent increase limitations and protests at Seattle City Council. Discussions include the impact of shot spotter technology, minimum wage for gig workers, challenges for gig workers, rent control policies, proposed reforms in strip clubs, and controversy in comedy club bookings. The episode also explores connections to far-right sources, earthquake survival, and personal anecdotes.