In the days following our #nerdfarmreads discussion of “Evicted” by Matthew Desmond, two of our most popular guests, News Tribune columnist Matt Driscoll and Rep. Laurie Jinkins, reached out separately about continuing the conversation. Matt…
Dahlia is a graduate from the University of Oregon (booo!). She works as an engagement editor and occasional reporter for the Seattle Times’ Education Lab. She and her family have always been interested in foreign affairs;…
Matt Driscoll: Columnist for The News Tribune, Decent Dude: “What I gathered from Evicted are the Stories.” Candice Ruud: Government Beat Writer of News Tribune, Former New Yorker: “We all come from different places and we…
Three guests share their experience running different kinds of small businesses in Tacoma (a brewery, a restaurant, and a marketing company). They talk about Tacoma’s proximity to Seattle, our minimum wage hike, taxes, regulation, feelings…
Derek Kilmer is the democratic representative of Washington’s 6th district as well as a father, nature lover, and Star Wars Fan. Hailing from from Port Angeles, WA, the self-proclaimed nerd was elected into office on…
This episode, our guests suss out the problems and possibilities when the personal and political values of citizens are at odds with Pierce County’s industries and businesses. Guests: Tom Pierson, President and CEO of the…
**Note** This is your last chance! Read Evicted by Matthew Desmond and share your thoughts for #NerdFarmReads. We record 3/11. 6:00 José discusses being a journalist crossing lines between English, Spanish, and navigating Spanish-speaking networks and athletes….
How should we think about the inequitable differences in things like education and infrastructure between Tacoma’s neighborhoods? Guests: Sheree Cooks is a Family Engagement Advocate working with Tacoma Public Schools, the Tacoma Council PTA president,…
After recent events locally and nationally, a high school student, a teacher, a former Vice Principal, and a community member discuss safety in school. Guests: Annie Jensen, teacher and co-host of Interchangeable White Ladies Larry…
Vanessa Hernandez is a former teacher turned ACLU Youth Policy director. Vanessa began her 7 year ACLU career as a litigator. 6:00: Nate and Vanessa dive into immigration policy and public schools, Vanessa speaks to things which…