The IMPACT

A look at how the legalization of sports betting has impacted the entertainment sector and sports coverage. From player intimidation to inside information, we explore emerging issues for regulators, then highlight resources for problem gambling. Guest: Tina Griffin, Director of the Washington State Gambling Commission

An update on the effort to remove the dam that created Capitol Lake and restore the Deschutes estuary in downtown Olympia. Featuring input from different stakeholders and a one-on-one interview with the new project lead for the Department of Enterprise Services, Ann Larson.

This podcast discusses the risks of seismically vulnerable school buildings in Washington state. It covers the need for assessment and mitigation, the state's preparedness compared to neighboring regions, challenges in funding school construction, risks of relying on capital gains tax, and the importance of making school buildings seismically safe.

From potholes to public records, cap-and-trade to capital gains: a press corps panel looks back on the big state government stories of 2023 and issues to watch in 2024. Featuring Jerry Cornfield of the Washington State Standard and Shauna Sowersby of McClatchy Newspapers (Tacoma News-Tribune, The Olympian, Bellingham Herald, Tri-City Herald).

Research sheds light on a new high-risk earthquake scenario for the Seattle metropolitan area. State emergency management agency highlights annual earthquake preparedness drill.

Part two of our series on Washington's sweeping new carbon pricing policies. This episode covers plans to target air pollution in specific communities and outlines some of the unresolved questions facing regulators, utilities, and taxpayers.

Senate Environment, Energy, and Technology Committee leaders weigh in on Washington's new program to limit carbon emissions and auction greenhouse gas emissions permits. Guests include Sen. Joe Nguyen, D-White Center (Chair) and Sen. Drew MacEwen, R-Shelton (Ranking Member).

How colleges are responding to declining enrollment and the implications for the workforce of the future. Starting college before finishing high school, a deep dive into dual credit programs. Featuring Heather Hudson, Director of Policy & Planning for the Washington Student Achievement Council; Jamie Traugott, Director of Dual Credit & Strategic Enrollment Initiatives for the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges; and Julie Garver, Director of Policy and Academic Affairs, for the Washington State Council of Presidents.

This podcast delves into Washington's historical development of nuclear weapons and provides updates on the ongoing cleanup operations at the Hanford Nuclear Reservation. It explores challenges in dealing with radioactive materials, ensuring worker safety, plans for the vitrification plant, and the redrawing of voting district lines in Yakima Valley.

A look at the implications of a school construction funding lawsuit, an update on trends in K-12 schools, and new options for students pursuing college credit in high school. Guest: Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal.