Brian Callanan

HOT WEATHER WEEK: I did a story a few years ago on @SeattleChannel about the good people of @DiversInstitute. DIT has been a longtime champion keeping our local waters clean. Help them--and all of us--this season. Careful what you're pitching overboard. seattlechannel.org/CityStream/seg…

At today's @SeattleCouncil Governance mtg.: CP Nelson's resolution to use 25% of the revenue from a possible 0.1 sales tax hike for addiction treatment. CM Strauss raised concerns about this w/me recently on @SeattleChannel. @KromanDavid & I discuss. Show: buzzsprout.com/798857/episode…

#NEWS #podcast: I'm w/@KromanDavid discussing the race for @CityofSeattle Mayor, an addiction treatment proposal in the @SeattleCouncil that's raised some concerns from budget chair @CMDanStrauss, challenges for @CPBmedia, and more. buzzsprout.com/798857/episode… @WWConverge

On @SeattleChannel, @CMDanStrauss responded to @downtownseattle's criticism of @SeattleCouncil's "Seattle Shield" proposal (90% of businesses would pay less/no B&O #tax, largest businesses would pay more; voters would have to approve this). Full show: seattlechannel.org/CouncilEdition…

.@CMDanStrauss & @SeattleCouncil's Mark Solomon say community input is key to improving safety. On Council Edition w/@callananseattle, they share why SPD walks throughout Seattle matter for building trust & addressing local concerns. Full episode: youtu.be/6qUylFd-70U

On my #podcast, @KromanDavid & I discuss the "Seattle Shield" business tax proposal the @SeattleCouncil is now considering. It'll be a sprint to beat the 8/5 deadline to get this on the November ballot, and a test of political will. Full show: seattletimes.com/seattle-news/l… @WWConverge

A former @SeattleCouncil member who said she was "leading to leave" now wants an open job in District 5... and, legal battles are brewing over the Council's "maker's space in SODO & a local nude beach. I'm w/@KromanDavid discussing this and more: buzzsprout.com/798857/episode… #podcast

NEED YOUR ?'S: I'm w/@SeattleCouncil members #MarkSolomon & @CMDanStrauss this week at @SeattleChannel on "Council Edition." Questions about the Council's new #business #tax plan? Filling the D5 vacancy? Other issues? Please respond by COB Wednesday. @WWConverge @BallardAlliance

Big surprise of the day: Former Councilmember Debora Juarez is among the 22 applicants for Cathy Moore's seat on the council.

Why's the @CityofSeattle facing another lawsuit over its Mandatory Housing Affordability program, which requires #affordablehousing units from builders or a fee-in-lieu? @KromanDavid & I discuss the MHA's origins in 2015 & what's happening now. Full show: buzzsprout.com/798857/episode…

With the @SeattleCouncil's D-2 vacancy, 20 people applied for the job. Today's the deadline to apply for the D-5 vacancy, so why are fewer people signing up? @KromanDavid & I are diving into that, a new #graffiti law, an #affordablehousing lawsuit & more. buzzsprout.com/798857/episode…

On my #podcast: @KromanDavid & I discuss the @SeattleCouncil's consideration of a state-approved 0.1% sales tax increase to pay for public safety needs/treatment options. Many communities are asking for more help; is a regressive tax the answer? Full show: buzzsprout.com/798857/episode…

#NewRelease #podcast: @KromanDavid and I discuss a @SeattleCouncil proposal to invest in treatment using a sales tax increase, a joint bid from the Council and @MayorofSeattle to revamp business tax collection, #affordablehousing, and more. buzzsprout.com/798857/episode… @WWConverge

#podcast #newrelease: A patrons-first episode this week w/Dr. Stephan Blanford, Exec. Director of @ChildAllianceWA. We're discussing challenges for @SeaPubSchools, state early learning programs, and threats to federal education funding, too. buzzsprout.com/798857/episode… @WWConverge

It's a patrons-first #podcast this week with Dr. Stephan Blanford of @ChildAllianceWA, discussing challenges ahead for @SeaPubSchools, our state's early learning programs, and more. Support the show on @Patreon at this link! patreon.com/posts/patrons-…

On my #podcast: Is the @SeattleCouncil's work to change landlord/tenant laws enough to help an affordable housing system in financial trouble? I talked w/@KromanDavid about a recent piece he & #GregKim wrote for @seattletimes. Full show: buzzsprout.com/798857/episode… @WWConverge

#news #podcast: I'm w/@KromanDavid discussing this past weekend's "No Kings" rallies (& plans for similar rallies in a few weeks), challenges for @SeattleCouncil + @MayorofSeattle with regard to affordable housing & social housing, and more. buzzsprout.com/798857/episode… @WWConverge

A little celebration with our Emmy-winning team! We're honored to receive the top award for Overall Excellence at this year's Northwest Regional Emmy Awards, and grateful to everyone who has supported this small but mighty group over the years. Learn more: take21.seattlechannel.org/2025/06/09/sea…

After an anti-trans "Mayday USA" protest in May, and a similar event expected here August 30, @CMJoyHollings reflects on the Seattle's response then & @SeattleCouncil's plan for late summer. A storyline to watch. Full show on @SeattleChannel: seattlechannel.org/CouncilEdition… @WWConverge

How will @SeattleCouncil fill an upcoming vacancy when a councilmember resigns for the second time in six months? Councilmembers Maritza Rivera and @CMJoyHollings discuss that and more with @callananseattle on this month's City Inside/Out: Council Edition: youtu.be/ZuMRZkC-R7Q?fe…