The IMPACT

David Cottrell, a third-generation cranberry farmer and drainage ditch commissioner, shares his journey in combating the alarming erosion of Washaway Beach. He discusses how this small coastal community transformed its dire situation through grassroots efforts and innovative techniques like dynamic revetment. Personal stories illustrate the emotional impact on residents facing home loss. Cottrell emphasizes the importance of collaborative restoration efforts, showcasing how their success could inspire similar initiatives worldwide.

A deeper dive into the debate over logging pre-WWII stands of trees on state trust lands —sometimes called Legacy Forests— and the implications for trust beneficiaries and the environment. Guests: Rachel Baker, Washington Conservation Action and Paul Jewell, Washington State Association of Counties

A look at the debate over rent stabilization and an overview of legislation that would limit rent increases to 7% per year. Segment includes a panel discussion with Chester Baldwin representing the Rental Housing Association of Washington and Kraig Peck, a rental property investor based in Bothell.

From logging to habitat conservation, revenue, and wildfire — state forests are under new management. Hear what Lands Commissioner Dave Upthegrove has in store for DNR this week on The Impact.

Impact host Mike McClanahan sits down with OSPI Chris Reykdal to talk about his legislative agenda and a range of K-12 topics, from school funding to student achievement and the office of OSPI itself. We also highlight Governor Bob Ferguson's first three executive orders.

Part 2 of The Impact's business and labor series covers union headlines from 2024 and labor priorities for the 2025 Legislative Session. Guests: April Sims, President of the Washington State Labor Council and Danielle Alvarado, Executive Director of Working Washington.

A look at the key issues facing Washington business leaders heading into 2025.

An undercover special agent for the WA State Gambling Commission joins the head of the Washington State Animal Fighting Task Force to offer an inside look at efforts to break up illegal gambling operations centered around animal fighting.

What will the 2025 Legislative Session look like based on this year's elections? A press panel highlights the issues to watch next year. Guests: Laurel Demkovich of the Washington State Standard and Paul Queary of The Washington Observer.

Professional political consultants break down the early returns from the 2024 election and what they could mean for the balance of power in Olympia.Guests: Sandeep Kaushik, Sound View Strategies and Justin Matheson, Axiom Strategies