Now Hear This Seattle

Town Square: Northwest Trade Alliance

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Governor Jay Inslee makes his first major international trade speech on the eve of his trip to the Paris Air Show. Also a panel of experts predict key international events for the coming year.

Town Square: Health Care Reform in Puget Sound

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Business leaders and policy experts from Washington discuss what`s happening in our state and how the Massachusetts experience can inform implementation of the Affordable Care Act in Puget Sound.

Town Square: Structures - Building Beyond the Car

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Do our fragile bridges and shaky transit funding symbolize a disconnect between the region`s ambitious vision and its present realities? What next steps are needed to move forward?

Town Square: The State of Technology Luncheon

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 4 Jun 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Zillow`s Rich Barton, one of Seattle`s most prolific and successful entrepreneurs, explains how Washington state is positioned to succeed in the new transformation economy.

Town Square: Reflections of Seattle`s Chinese Americans

SEATTLE CHANNE — Sat, 1 Jun 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Editor Ron Chew reads aloud selections from the oral histories collected from Seattle`s Chinese American community. Presented as part of the Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month.

Town Square: Microhousing and Density

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 30 May 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Political analyst C.R. Douglas leads a debate on whether the city should allow microapartments or aPodments.

Town Square: Reclaiming Prosperity - Inequality & the Future

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 29 May 2013 08:00:00 GMT

A lively discussion on the current crisis of income inequality, the low-wage recovery, and economic and financial prospects for working people.

Town Square: Design in Health for Youth

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 28 May 2013 08:00:00 GMT

40 leading design and health professionals come together to explore how the health of Seattle`s youth could be enhanced through design.

American Podium: Discovery Institute, Governors of Washington

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 30 May 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Dr. George Scott provides historic context to current events and enhances our understanding of Washington`s unique political culture in this discussion of his new book, 'Governors of Washington'.

American Podium: Temple Grandin

SEATTLE CHANNE — Fri, 24 May 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Temple Grandin, author of The Autistic Brain, weaves her experience with new discoveries, introducing the neuroimaging advances and genetic research that link brain science to behavior.

Town Square: Health Care Reform, How Will it Affect You?

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 15 May 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Washington State is planning to test a new system that integrates mental health, medical, substance abuse, and long-term care services for residents who receive Medicare and Medicaid.

Town Square: Stop School Suspensions

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 15 May 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Local experts on Restorative Justice and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports tell how transforming school discipline can improve our schools and help close our achievement gap.

Town Square: Human Trafficking

SEATTLE CHANNE — Fri, 10 May 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Panelists from the state legislature as well as social service and advocacy groups discuss the chilling problem of human sex trafficking in America.

American Podium: Defeating the Culture of Bullying

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 8 May 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Emily Bazelon (Slate) and Dan Savage (The Stranger) define bullying, identify when intervention is essential, dispels persistent myths and explains why we must first understand what today`s kids are going through.

Town Square: Seattle`s Asian American Movement

SEATTLE CHANNE — Fri, 3 May 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Local activists of the 60s and 70s gather to discuss the development of the early pan-Asian American Movement in Seattle, and how it connected with the Black freedom movement, labor struggles, and gender issues.

American Podium: Vaccine Myths, Parents and Modern Health Info

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 1 May 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Seth Mnookin, author of 'The Panic Virus' talks with 'Seattle Mama Doc' blogger Wendy Sue Swanson on the importance of immunization and how parents can find accurate information and make decisions for their families.

Town Square: Asian American Seattle

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 08:00:00 GMT

A panel discussion on the history of the Asian American community in Seattle and resources for this history.

Town Square: Games for Good

SEATTLE CHANNE — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Leading local game innovators and internationally-recognized gaming scholar, Dr. Magy Seif El-Nasr, talk about how to evolve the business model of interactive entertainment to benefit the greater good.

Town Square: Challenges and Solutions for Urban Family Housing

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Learn about some of the opportunities and challenges Seattle faces as it builds more multi-family development in the urban core and urban villages.

Town Square: Opportunities for Urban Play Spaces

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Hear what`s being done to motivate designers to become 'change agents' bringing people, institutions, companies and governments together to create a vibrant, vital city for all ages.

Town Square: Urban Schools Good for Kids, Good for Cities

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Hear what`s being done to create urban schools that are both good for kids and good for cities.

American Podium: The Encore Career Handbook

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 08:00:00 GMT

A conversation that explores the transition involved in an encore career, how much you need to make, how to network effectively and harness the power of social media, and who is hiring and for what jobs.

Town Square: Fresh Perspective -- Women Lead a Changing World

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 8 Apr 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Be among the first to hear new information about critical factors shaping the future of women and girls. Find out how five extraordinary women are leading the way.

Town Square: Medicine`s Future

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 4 Apr 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Dr. Lee Hood provides an overview of P4 Medicine (Predictive, Preventive, Personalized and Participatory), leading a discussion with top healthcare experts exploring the current challenges of making it a reality.

Town Square: Executive Speaker Series: Maritime Industry

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 4 Apr 2013 08:00:00 GMT

A distinguished panel of maritime industry leaders navigate the current landscape of this vital market for our regional economy.

Town Square: The Triple Bottom Line

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 3 Apr 2013 08:00:00 GMT

A diverse panel of sustainability-minded business leaders asks if companies can succeed financially, be socially and environmentally responsible - and continue it over time.

Town Square: City Councilmembers Elected by District?

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 08:00:00 GMT

A debate looks at the implications of electing Seattle City Councilmembers by district instead of the current method which is election by position.

Town Square: CityClub presents Legislature Now

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 08:00:00 GMT

The top representatives of organizations that would be immediately impacted by budget decisions in Olympia, including how you can take action to impact final budget outcomes.

American Podium: Joel Magnuson

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Magnuson provides a philosophical basis and guidelines for developing economic institutions centered on self-reliance, ecological permanence, stability, and a celebration of human creativity.

American Podium: David Shields

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Essayist, fiction writer and University of Washington professor David Shields makes a welcome return with his newest work, 'How Literature Saved My Life'.

Town Square: Open Government Conference 2013

SEATTLE CHANNE — Sat, 16 Mar 2013 08:00:00 GMT

The Washington Coalition for Open Government`s annual conference tackles the question of how to handle public records requests the right way.

American Podium: Gavin Newsom

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 08:00:00 GMT

California Lt. Gov. Gavin Newsom explains how ordinary citizens can use new digital tools to dissolve political gridlock and transform American democracy.

American Podium: Gavin Newsom Question and Answer

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 08:00:00 GMT

California Lt. Gov. Gavin Newsom has a Question and Answer session after discussing the use of new digital tools in politics.

Town Square: Enlisting Nature to Stem Climate Change

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 7 Mar 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Learn about the use of biological carbon storage - biocarbon - to reduce climate disruption caused by human greenhouse-gas emissions, and the other benefits it can provide to our economy and environment.

American Podium: Michelle Rhee

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 5 Mar 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Education-reform advocate Michelle Rhee says that our children are well outside the top-10 international student rankings in reading, science, and math, and will continue to plummet unless we take dramatic action.

American Podium: Capitalism Put on the Defensive

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 08:00:00 GMT

The Discovery Institute`s Senior Fellow Scott Powell addresses and answers the sources of hostility to capitalism.

Town Square: Exploring the Coal-Train Proposals

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 08:00:00 GMT

A forum moderated by KUOW environment reporter addresses questions about coal exports, explores what happens next - and explains what all the fuss is about.

American Podium: A Call for Free, Universal, Global Education

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 08:00:00 GMT

In his book The One World Schoolhouse, Salman Khan explains the roots of America`s education crisis, and why a return to 'mastery learning' could offer the best opportunity to give children a world-class education.

Town Square: Gun Violence, A Public Health Crisis

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 08:00:00 GMT

The UW School of Public Health and Town Hall present a forum that lays out a public health approach: tracing the extent of the problem and considering what each of us can do.

Town Square: Seattle Times 2012 Pictures of the Year

SEATTLE CHANNE — Sat, 9 Feb 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Award winning staff from the Seattle Times present a behind the scenes glimpse of photojournalism: The photos, the craft and the story behind each image.

Town Square: CityClub presents Philanthropy Forward

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 7 Feb 2013 08:00:00 GMT

CityClub presents this opportunity to explore the trends and leaders who are redefining philanthropy by targeting engagement as well as giving.

American Podium: American Women in Environmental History

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 5 Feb 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Seattle native Nancy Unger, author of Beyond Nature`s Housekeepers, examines how women have played a unique role, for better and sometimes for worse, in the shaping of the American environment.

Town Square: CityClub`s 2013 Legislative Preview

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 08:00:00 GMT

After making dramatic cuts to basic health and other programs during the last legislative session, there are still major budget shortfalls to make up. CityClub takes a look at the new Governor`s priorities.

American Podium: The Politics of Faith in America with Ray Suarez

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Ray Suarez, senior PBS correspondent, examines how organized religion and politics intersect in America, and how this powerful collision is transforming the current and future American mind-set.

Town Square: Designing Big in Small Places

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 08:00:00 GMT

A panel of experts delves into what goes into the design of small houses; the related property-development considerations; and what it takes to live in one of these unconventional, yet inventive, spaces.

Town Square: CityClub`s 2012 Year in Review

SEATTLE CHANNE — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Year in Review is a special opportunity for all of CityClub`s partners to reflect on the events of the past year and look ahead to 2013.

Town Square: CityClub presents Access to Care

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 08:00:00 GMT

In the 4th and final forum in CityClub`s 2012`Health Care series, leaders in the health care community look at who REALLY has access to care.

Town Square: Marriage Equality Explained, Legal Panel

SEATTLE CHANNE — Sun, 9 Dec 2012 08:00:00 GMT

An in depth look at how state and federal laws impact the realization of full marriage equality, from taxes, insurance, Social Security benefits, immigration, and parental rights.

American Podium: Meacham on Jefferson

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 4 Dec 2012 08:00:00 GMT

In his new biography of Thomas Jefferson, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jon Meacham brings to life an extraordinary man and his remarkable times.

Town Square: Creating Walkable Cities

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Author Jeff Speck has spent his career as a city planner determining what makes a city work, and he says for urban life to thrive, cities must prioritize pedestrians over cars and develop vibrant downtowns.

American Podium: William Ruckelshaus

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 08:00:00 GMT

William Ruckelshaus has spent a lifetime in leadership. The first director of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, he also led the FBI and served as Deputy U.S. Attorney General before working in the private sector as Chairman and CEO of Browning-Ferris Industries. One of the greatest environmental statesmen in American history, Bill chairs the William Ruckelshaus Center, a partnership of the University of Washington and Washington State University to promote collaborative problem-solving. Join Discovery`s Center for the Civic Leadership to learn leadership lessons from Bill Ruckelshaus. Hear Bill`s stories from a distinguished career working with Presidents, top business executives, and environmental leaders. And hear about Bill`s passion for collaborative problem-solving.

Town Square: Places Between Spaces

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Pocket parks are great for regenerating communities among other benefits. A group of architects and landscape artists share examples of small urban parks and the design processes behind them.

Town Square: Greening for All

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 08:00:00 GMT

City planners and civic leaders address the rising costs that drive moderate- and lower-income residents farther from basic public services, and what the region can do to increase opportunities for all to prosper.

Town Square: Restaurant Dreams

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 08:00:00 GMT

The Seattle Times` food writer Nancy Leson leads a discussion on how to run a successful restaurant with five local chefs and restaurateurs.

Town Square: Bold Ideas for Regional Change

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 08:00:00 GMT

The top political, community and civic leaders in the region hear presentations on innovative ideas that could potentially have a large impact on King County and Washington State.

Town Square: CityClub Presents The Making of a Neighborhood

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 08:00:00 GMT

CityClub explores what elements are necessary to create a truly great, urban neighborhood -- including what it takes for residents to help shape them.

Town Square: Space Needle - The Spirit of Seattle

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 08:00:00 GMT

MOHAI presents Knute Berger as the 2nd annual Denny Lecturer, sharing stories about his time spent as the Space Needle`s Writer-in-Residence.

American Podium: Denis Moyinhan

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Denis Moyinhan, co-founder of 'Democracy Now!', discusses the book 'The Silenced Majority: Stories of Uprisings, Occupations Resistance and Hope'.

American Podium: Amy Goodman

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 6 Nov 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Amy Goodman host of 'Democracy Now!', discusses the book 'The Silenced Majority: Stories of Uprisings, Occupations Resistance and Hope'.

Town Square: Bigger Than You Think

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Professionals from the travel and tourism industry discuss the impact of the closure of the State`s travel bureau and what California did under the same circumstances.

American Podium: Obama, the Tea Party and Racism

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 08:00:00 GMT

A candid, evidence-based conversation around an explosive topic: President Barack Obama has been subjected to historically unprecedented disrespect by legislators and many citizens.

American Podium: The Left Isn`t Always Right, Science-Wise

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 9 Oct 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Alex Berezow, co-author of 'Science Left Behind' proves that anti-scientific thiinking is a bipartisan phenomenon.

Town Square: Seattle Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting

SEATTLE CHANNE — Fri, 5 Oct 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Learn why the 'Seattle Process' is being celebrated as a 'lean' management philosophy and why our region is becoming a center of innovation known for this process.

Town Square: CityClub Presents Health Care Payment Reform

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 08:00:00 GMT

CityClub leads a discussion on who actually pays for healthcare -- how much of the burden do government, employers, insurance companies and consumers bear, and how has that shifted over the last decade?

American Podium: Barry Sweet `Split Seconds`

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 4 Sep 2012 08:00:00 GMT

For many years a highly regarded AP photographer who lived, and was based here in the Seattle, Barry Sweet returns with a lovely book of photographs.

Town Square: CityClub Presents the Cost of Overtreatment

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Overtreatment is a large contributor to runaway health care costs. CityClub tackles this timely discussion with representatives from the UW School of Public Health and other notable speakers.

American Podium: Bill McCollum

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 7 Aug 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Former US Congressman and Florida Attorney General Bill McCollum discusses the recent Supreme Court decision regarding the Affordable Healthcare act and his views on moving forward.

Town Square: The Affordable Care Act - Impacts

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 9 Aug 2012 08:00:00 GMT

In this panel taped at the 10th Annual Health Care Conference the speakers look at the affect on small businesses, providers, insurance companies, and hospitals.

Town Square: Update on the State Health Insurance Exchange

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 6 Aug 2012 08:00:00 GMT

The 10th Annual Health Care Conference addressed what happens after the Supreme Court ruling on health care reform. This panel looks at its affect on Washington state Health benefit exchanges.

Town Square: Health Care - Legislative Update

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Members of the Washington state legislature and the Governor`s office discuss what happens next after the Supreme Court has ruled on health care reform.

Town Square: Knute Berger - Space Needle: Spirit of Seattle

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Knute Berger of Crosscut kicks off an afternoon of celebration of all things Century 21. Berger`s new book, 'Space Needle: Spirit of Seattle' contains many new stories and images never seen before.

Town Square: The 1962 Seattle World`s Fair and Century 21

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Knute Berger is joined by History Link historians Paula Becker, Alan J. Stein and novelist Jim Lynch for a lively discussion of all Century 21-related matters.

American Podium: The Rise and Fall of Washington Mutual

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Journalist Kirsten Grind traces the rise -- and spectacular fall -- of Washington Mutual, the largest bank failure in American history.

Town Square: Building a Culture of Philanthropy

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 5 Jul 2012 08:00:00 GMT

CityClub convenes four of the region`s philanthropic leaders to explore the history of philanthropy in our region and address how to keep the current culture of giving strong.

American Podium: Frank Deford

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 3 Jul 2012 08:00:00 GMT

The celebrated sportswriter Frank Deford looks back on a remarkable career in which he has chronicled the heroes and the characters of just about every sport in nearly every medium.

American Podium: Alice Walker & Frances Moore Lappe

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Alice Walker and Frances Moore Lappe speak about their personal experience in choosing a meaningful path and the power we each have to affect change.

Town Square - The Business of Tourism

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Some 9.9 million visitors spend $5.9 billion in Seattle and King County annually.With tourism being such big business here, local tourism professionals come together to ask some tough questions.

Town Square: Trade Development Alliance Annual Dinner

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 28 Jun 2012 08:00:00 GMT

The Trade Development Alliance of Greater Seattle holds an economic showdown between three economic experts, attempting to predict the future of our international economy.

Town Square: Structures - A Look at King County`s Development

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 08:00:00 GMT

King County Executive Dow Constantine leads a discussing on projects underway in the region, whether approved or in the planning stages, and the impact these projects will have on the region.

American Podium: CityClub presents General Colin Powell

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Four-star general and former Secretary of State Colin Powell reveals the unique lessons that have shaped his life and legendary career in public service.

Town Square: 2012 DSA Annual Meeting 6/18/2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 08:00:00 GMT

A Downtown in Play: the theme of this year`s DSA Annual Meeting. Discussions focus on progress towards DSA`s five-year strategic plan, collective successes and presentation of the annual Downtown Champion Award

American Podium: The Good Food Revolution

SEATTLE CHANNE — Sun, 17 Jun 2012 08:00:00 GMT

As the champion of a new and promising movement, ex-professional basketball player Will Allen is skillfully leading Americans to face one of our greatest domestic issues - our health.

Town Square: Conservation Remix - Built Environments

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 08:00:00 GMT

What is 'smart building'? How can you 'save daylight' or be part of a 'green roof renaissance'? These and other issues relating to built environments will be discussed at this session of 'Conservation Remix.'

Town Square: Seattle Aquarium Citizen Science Marine Forum

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Over a dozen high schools from the Seattle area monitor their local beaches, presenting their data for use by King County and the Seattle City Science team. Three panels will each share their perspectives on environmental conservation/sustainability.

Town Square: We Did it! Now What?

SEATTLE CHANNE — Sat, 9 Jun 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Learn how the film office, the production incentive and the statewide industry can work together to make the most of the future of filmmaking in Washington State.

American Podium: Paul Krugman - An Economist`s Take on 2012 6/5/2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 5 Jun 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Economist Paul Krugman returns once again to Town Hall - this visit promising a timely and brilliantly informed take on the economy.

American Podium: Van Jones

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 23 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Outraged by the escalating attacks on America`s middle class and working families, and grounded in tough-minded American idealism, human-rights pioneer and author Van Jones has launched a new national movement in response: Rebuild the Dream.

Town Square: David Hancocks - The Future of Zoos

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 31 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT

The former director of Seattle`s Woodland Park Zoo addresses the future of modern zoos and particularly the place of elephants in them.

Town Square: 2012 State of Technology Luncheon

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 30 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT

The 2012 luncheon theme is 'Building a Billion Dollar Business, Optimizing Economic Opportunity' and features a keynote conversation with John McAdam, President, CEO and Director of Seattle-based F5 Networks.

Town Square: Medical Marijuana and the Law

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 17 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Persistent challenges plague efforts to make marijuana available to qualified patients. This panel discussion provides an opportunity to consider these challenges, and to imagine possible solutions to them.

American Podium: A New Way to be Human 5/8/2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 8 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT

The Seattle author of 'A New Way to Be Human', Robert Taylor, lives the question of how to integrate personal spirituality with compassionate purpose -- and invites others to do the same.

American Podium: Discovery Institute presents Dr. Jay Richards 5/1/2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 1 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Dr. Richards` discusses his new book, Indivisible. He is joined by Discovery Institute Sr. Fellow George Gilder to discuss the Institute`s new Center on Wealth, Poverty and Morality.

Town Square: I-502 Debate 4/26/2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT

City Council member Nick Licata moderates a debate over the merits of Initiative 502, which will appear on the ballot this November. If passed, it would legalize possession for small amounts of regulated marijuana or marijuana-infused products and tax them.

American Podium: Politics of the Possible 4/25/2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Former state legislator Mary Ellen McCaffree and her co-author, Anne McNamee Corbett to discuss their new book, Politics of the Possible. The book offers proof that our political system really can function as our founders intended.

American Podium: Rachel Maddow - Security to the Extreme 4/24/2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Rachel Maddow explores how the national-security sector has shape-shifted and grown-favoring the priorities of the war machine over those of civilian life-to the point of financial unsustainability, a confused mission and a weaker and less secure country.

Town Square: Delivery Systems and the Cost of Care 4/19/2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT

CityClub`s 2012 healthcare series addresses the unsustainable rise of healthcare costs for our country, for employers and for individuals.

Town Square: Biking and the Bottom Line 4/5/2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 5 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT

A free forum aimed at educating property owners and the business community about how other cities are successfully adding cycling infrastructure to their downtowns -- and to the bottom lines of their business districts.

Town Square: Seattle Art Museum -Art and Environment Panel 3/26/2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT

As part of its Art and Environment series, Seattle Art Museum hosts a panel discussion on the Future of Public Space, asking such questions as 'Who is the 'public' in public space?` and 'How can public spaces become more sustainable?`

American Podium: A Religious Assault on Public Education 4/3/2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 3 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Journalist Stewart, author of The Good News Club, says this program is part of a calculated national initiative with the aim of repurposing America`s public schools with a Fundamentalist Christian agenda and her whole first chapter focuses on Seattle.

American Podium: A Religious Assault on Public Education - Q and A 4/3/2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 3 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Question and Answer Session: Journalist Stewart, author of The Good News Club, says this program is part of a calculated national initiative with the aim of repurposing America`s public schools with a Fundamentalist Christian agenda and her whole first chapter focuses on Seattle.

Town Square: Hunger Action Forum 3/21/2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT

More than 120 representatives from the business, government and non-profit sectors met to find new ways to stem the growing problem of hunger in King County.

Town Square: Open Government Citizen`s Stories 3/10/2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Citizen activists tell their stories at the WA State Open Government Conference, including Glen Milner, whose case involves the US Naval Weapons Depot on Indian Island and Gloria Howell, who uncovered corruption in the Skamania County Auditor`s office.

Town Square: Open Government Public Disclosure Act 3/10/2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT

The WA State Open Government Conference presents a discussion on the history and intent of Initiative 276, which was passed by voters in Washington state to create the Public Disclosure Act.

Town Square: Open Government Technology 3/10/2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Bill Schrier, Seattle`s Chief Information Officer, talks about the future of Open Government in Technology, Innovation and Community, along with Greg Lane, President and CEO of TVW and Matt Rosenberg of Public Eye Northwest.

Town Square: Guiding Lights Weekend presents Annie Leonard 3/9/2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Fri, 9 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Annie Leonard created The Story of Stuff Project -- a platform of super-viral animated films about our patterns of consumption and consumer behavior. She shows us how her team are using their platform to empower citizens in new ways and on new issues.

American Podium: Andrew Ross - World`s Least Sustainable City 3/6/2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 6 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT

In Bird on Fire, Andrew Ross (Professor of Social and Cultural Analysis at NYU, and a Nation contributor) examines Phoenix, AZ, one of the fastest growing and least sustainable metropolitan regions: a city in the bull`s eye of global warming.

Town Square: Washington State PTA Charter School Forum 3/4/2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Sun, 4 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Washington State PTA sponsors a debate on Charter schools.

Town Square: Kemper Freeman Jr 2/27/2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Puget Sound Business Journal presents a conversation with Kemper Freeman Jr. Kemper Freeman Jr. known as a bold visionary who is one of the most successful commercial real estate developers in the United States.

Town Square: 2012 Arts Education Forum 2/23/2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Mayor Mike McGinn, Seattle Public Schools Director of Curriculum and Instructional Support Wendy London and youth participate in a panel discussion about arts education, creative learning and student success followed by a community Q and A session.

Town Square: 2012 State of Downtown Economic Forum

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT

The State of Downtown Economic Forum provides an economic report card of the past year, while informing the Downtown community about the opportunities and challenges facing its overall health for the year ahead.

American Podium: Jimmy Carter 2/14/2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT

The World Affairs Council, in celebration of its 60th Anniversary, presents a conversation with President Jimmy Carter, including discussion on the work of The Carter Center and some of the world`s most pressing, yet solvable problems.

American Podium: Hitchens, Havel and Kim Jong-il Remembered 1/31/2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Within the space of four days in December, three public figures died, and now a few local luminaries are asked to deliver remembrances/assessments of these men and their cultural impact - though not all will be warmly remembered.

American Podium: Slade Gorton: A Half Century in Politics 1/17/2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT

The Discovery Institute honors Senator Slade Gorton. Focusing on leadership lessons drawn from his storied career, he is joined by John Hughes, Chief Historian of the Washington State Legacy Project and author of Slade Gorton: A Half Century in Politics

American Podium: Clay Jenkinson as Meriwether Lewis

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 3 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Clay Jenkinson, an American humanities Rhodes scholar, is co-founder of the modern Chatuauqua movement -- a forum for public discussion about the ideas and lives of key figures in American history.

American Podium: Government -- What is it Good For?

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT

The size and scope of government has become one of the most contested issues in American politics. David Callahan, co-founder of the public policy center Demos, debates Yaron Brook, President of the Ayn Rand Institue, on the proper role of government.

American Podium: Fighting for Progress in the Obama Era 12/26/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Three years after the 2008 presidential election-says Nation editor Katrina vanden Heuvel-it`s clear that it will take more than one election (and one person) to reshape American politics and repair the damage wreaked by a decade of conservative rule.

American Podium: Fighting for Progress in the Obama Era Question and Answer 12/26/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Question and Answer with Nation editor Katrina vanden Heuvel

Town Square: Democracy as a Garden 12/26/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT

The Seattle creators of the True Patriot Network suggest viewing democracy as a garden: functioning best according to the tendencies of nature, but also requiring vision, tending, and an understanding of connected ecosystems.

Town Square: What`s the Economy For, Anyway? 12/26/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Local activists John de Graaf and David Batker tackle 13 economic issues, challenging us to consider the point of our economy and setting forth a simple goal for any economic system: the greatest good for the greatest number over the longest run.

Town Square: Business Journal Live with Martin Selig 12/22/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Puget Sound Business Journal Publisher Gordon Prouty explores the private and professional world of Seattle developer Martin Selig.

Town Square: CityClub`s 2011 Year in Review 12/21/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT

CityClub`s annual program allows partners to reflect on the events of the past year and look ahead to the next.

Town Square: Cultural Space Seattle 12/16/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT

National and local cultural space leaders come together to discuss the creation of affordable space for artists and arts organizations to work, rehearse and perform in Seattle.

American Podium: Maya Enista Smith, CEO of Mobilize.org

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT

As the East Coast Coordinator for Rock The Vote at age 17, Maya Enista Smith registered over 30,000 young people to vote. Today, as the CEO of Mobilize.org,, she advocates for adequately preparing young people with knowledge of history

Town Square: War on Drugs = War on Communities of Color 12/11/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT

The ACLU presents a discussion on mass incarceration, drug policy reform, and civil rights in Washington state, with the featured speaker being Alice Huffman, President of the California NAACP.

American Podium: Punishment and Inequality in America

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 6 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Bruce Western, a professor of sociology at Harvard University and author of Punishment and Inequality in America, exposes how mass imprisonment shapes our society and how communities are struggling to deal with its consequences.

Town Square: The Roots of Empathy 12/8/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 8 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Roots of Empathy, a Canadian bullying prevention program introduced in America for the first time through Seeds of Compassion in 2007 has been so successful in Seattle that it will be rolled out nationally in 2012.

Town Square: Seattle Business & Commerce Since 1960 12/1/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 1 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT

George Duff, former president of the Greater Seattle Chamber of Commerce, leads a discussion on the changes in Seattle`s business environment since 1960, featuring four distinquished leaders in industry, media, commerce and finance.

Town Square: Transit-Oriented Design 11/23/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Presented by The Seattle Architecture Foundation as part of its lecture series 'Interacting with Design,' which explores the ways people and communities interact with design in small and large developments.

American Podium: How the World has Changed 11/22/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT

The Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies presents an unparalleled group of experts who describe their impressions of how this world changed from various perspectives post-9/11, and answer questions from the audience.

Town Square: Soundings - `Agile City` Panel Discussion 11/17/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Urban analyst James S. Russell, author of The Agile City, argues that we`ll more quickly slow global warming by retrofitting cities, suburbs, and towns, whose 'agility' also requires learning to adapt to the effects of climate change.

Town Square: The Federal Role in Education 11/13/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Seattle School`s Superintendent Susan Enfield joins WA State Superintendent of Education Randy Dorn and others to discuss the national education policy.

American Podium: Jeremy Rifkin on The `Energy Internet` 10/25/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Jeremy Rifkin, author of The Third Industrial Revolution, says the 'Energy Internet' will fundamentally change every aspect of the way we work and live -- if we can summon the political will to embrace it.

American Podium: Jeremy Rifkin on The 'Energy Internet' Question and Answers 10/25/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 08:00:00 GMT

A question and answer session with Jeremy Rifkin. This is additional footage from the original American Podium: Jeremy Rifkin that premiered on Tuesday, October 25 on the Seattle Channel.

American Podium: A Working Anti-Violence Plan 10/19/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Inner-city violence is a defining crime problem, and few initiatives have made much difference. But when David M. Kennedy engineered the 'Boston Miracle' crusade in the 1990s, it cut youth homicide by two-thirds and pointed the way toward a real solution.

Town Square: The Best Teachers for our Children 10/13/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 08:00:00 GMT

CityClub presents a frank discussion of one of the most critical and controversial issues facing educational reform, plus a look at what other policy and perception changes are needed to produce the best teachers for our children.

American Podium: Susan Herman on Erosion of Civil Liberties 10/11/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Through unsettling stories of ordinary people caught in the government`s dragnet, ACLU president Susan Herman, author of Taking Liberties, examines the human and social costs of the War on Terror.

Town Square: Civic Leadership - Who`s in Charge? 10/6/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 6 Oct 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Former Mayor Charles Royer talks with a number of community leaders such as activist Larry Gossett about what makes civic leadership - specifically asking, who`s in charge?

American Podium: Jay Feldman on America`s History of Hysteria

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 5 Oct 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Jay Feldman, author of Manufacturing Hysteria, finds a pattern of elected officials and private citizens alike inflaming American fears and prejudices to ostracize minorities, silence dissent, and stem civil rights.

American Podium: Hirsh Goodman on The Future of Israel 9/27/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Israeli journalist and security expert Hirsh Goodman, author of The Anatomy of Israel`s Survival, conducts a 'strategic state of the nation' tour to assess the issues facing Israel today. Presenters: Town Hall Center for Civic Life and University Books.

American Podium: Rethinking Environmental Challenges 9/20/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Frances Moore Lappe, author of Diet for a Small Planet, argues that the biggest challenge to human survival isn`t our fossil-fuel dependency or melting glaciers - it`s faulty thinking. Presented by: Town Hall Center for Civic Life w/Elliott Bay Book Comp.

Town Square: Norm and Constance Rice 8/29/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 08:00:00 GMT

The Puget Sound Business Journal presents Seattle power couple former Mayor Norm Rice and Dr. Constance Rice. Hear how they continue to come up with fresh and innovative ways to involve the community in worthy causes.

American Podium: Merchants of Doubt 8/16/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Naomi Oreskes and Erik M. Conway, historians of science, roll back the rug on this dark corner of the American scientific community, showing how ideology and corporate interests have skewed public understanding of some of the most pressing issues of our era.

Town Square: The Viaduct Referendum-What is it Really About? 8/5/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Fri, 5 Aug 2011 08:00:00 GMT

CityClub presents a discussion on the consequences of voter`s initiatives procedurally and politically, looking specifically at the referendum to replace the Alaskan Way Viaduct.

Town Square: A Progress Report on WA State Redistricting 7/31/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Sun, 31 Jul 2011 08:00:00 GMT

In 2012 Washington will receive an additional Congressional district to reflect an increase in the state`s population, giving us an additional House seat in the 113th Congress and an additional electoral college vote in the upcoming presidential election.

American Podium: Rep Luis Gutierrez - Families & Deportation 7/17/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Rep. Luis Gutierrez stops in Seattle as part of a 20 city tour to campaign for American families facing deportation.

American Podium: Age of Greed 7/5/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 5 Jul 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Author Jeff Madrick shows how the single-minded pursuit of huge personal wealth did not start in the 2000s but has been on the rise in the United States since the 1970s, led by a few individuals who argued that self-interest guides society more effectively than community concerns.

Town Square: Trade Alliance`s 20th Anniversary Celebration 6/30/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Trade alliance: The Trade Development Alliance of Greater Seattle celebrates 20 years of international success with an open discussion with leaders of three of our region`s world class companies: Boeing, Microsoft and Brown & Haley.

American Podium: Michael Prell on Defeating `Underdogmatism` 6/30/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Tea Party Patriots strategist and author of the book 'underdogmatism', Michael Prell argues that our nation can be reunified by re-embracing American exceptionalism.

American Podium: Obama, The Tea Party and Civil Liberties

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 08:00:00 GMT

ACLU-WA Annual Membership Conference presents David Domke, noted author and UW Professor of Communications, who studies political leadership, media culture, values and social change.

Town Square: CityClub presents The State Budget

SEATTLE CHANNE — Sun, 26 Jun 2011 08:00:00 GMT

CityClub and the Washington Policy Center present their Law & Politics Series: The State Budget - Searching for Long-term Sustainability. What are lawmakers to do? Will taxes eventually be put back on the table or will painful cuts be enacted?

Town Square: LGBT Equality at a Crossroads 6/24/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Join local and national experts to learn more about the current state of play and participate in an interactive discussion about the path to future progress in law and policy.

Town Square: Discussing Diversity in Seattle 6/23/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Taproot Theatre Company hosts a panel of guests to engage in a conversation about diversity and the experience of race in Seattle following the release of the 2010 Census report which ranked Seattle as the 5th least diverse of America`s large cities.

Town Square: CityClub Presents Nourishing Community 6/22/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 08:00:00 GMT

CityClub looks at the critical importance of agriculture to our State`s identity, the flowering of Northwest cuisine, and our local food movement.

American Podium: Eli Pariser - What is the Internet Hiding?

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Former MoveOn.org executive director Eli Pariser reveals how hidden algorithms have personalized the internet to an extent that it threatens the democratic exchange of ideas and he reveals what he believes is the new vision of the web.

American Podium: The Great Disruption

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 08:00:00 GMT

The Great Disruption offers a stark and unflinching look at the challenge humanity faces -- yet also a deeply optimistic message. Author Paul Gilding tells us how to prevent catastrophic warming of the earth, and how to start today.

Town Square: Ethical Leadership in the 21st Century 6/15/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 08:00:00 GMT

A conversation on how public administrators help restore the public`s trust and confidence in public officials, public servants and the institutions they represent. This event is co-sponsored by Evergreen Chapter of the American Society for Public Administration and Seattle Management Association.

Town Square: Vision Loss Connections

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 2 Jun 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Kevin Carey, Chair of the Royal National Institute of Blind People and a non-profit organization focused on technology and social inclusion presents a talk on The Importance of Art and Cultural Accessibility to People who are Blind and Low Vision.

Town Square: Do We Need A Big Box Store in Capitol Hill?

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 30 May 2011 08:00:00 GMT

C.R. Douglas is once again moderating Capitol Hill Housing`s Annual Report to the community. This year`s conversation centers on the need for a mix of retail that makes a great neighborhood, and specifically, 'Do we need a big box store on Capitol Hill?'

American Podium: Amy Goodman 6/8/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 8 Jun 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Seattle`s Green Festival presents Amy Goodman, the first journalist to receive the Right Livelihood Award, widely known as the Alternative Nobel Prize.

Town Square: Washington Technology Alliance 5/18/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 18 May 2011 08:00:00 GMT

The Washington Technology Alliance presents Governor Christine Gregoire and the nation`s chief technology officer, Aneesh Chopra, who delivers the keynote speech for this year`s event, titled Accelerating Innovation: Harnessing the Power of Technology.

American Podium: How the Civil War Created a Nation 6/28/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 08:00:00 GMT

David Goldfield offers the first major new interpretation of the Civil War. Goldfield sees it as America`s greatest failure: the result of a breakdown caused by the infusion of evangelical religion into the public sphere.

American Podium: What`s Right with Islam 6/21/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 08:00:00 GMT

The Imam of the controversial proposed Ground Zero mosque, Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf, delivers the keynote address at a conference on Islamophobia.

American Podium: The Dark Side of Digital Technology 6/14/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Robert Vamosi, an award-winning journalist and analyst who has been covering digital security issues for more than a decade, shows us the dark side of all our digital capability and convenience.

American Podium: Michael Eric Dyson 6/7/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 7 Jun 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Michael Eric Dyson -- scholar, social critic and author -- makes a rare Seattle appearance, discussing issues of local relevance: law-enforcement accountability, educational excellence, community activism, and cultural diversity.

American Podium: Michael Eric Dyson Question and Answers 6/7/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 7 Jun 2011 08:00:00 GMT

A question and answer session with Michael Eric Dyson. This is additional footage from the original American Podium: Michael Eric Dyson that premiered on Tuesday, June 7 on the Seattle Channel.

American Podium: Eric Alterman

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 24 May 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Columnist Eric Alterman examines the larger context in which the Obama Administration is waging its intended agenda - and systemic forces working against that agenda. Presented by Elliott Bay Books and Town Hall Center for Civic Life.

American Podium: Climate Change Capitalism

SEATTLE CHANNE — Fri, 13 May 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Authors L. Hunter Lovins and Boyd Cohen make a case that the best route to rebuilding our economy, and assuring national security, is to embrace efficiency, innovation, renewables, carbon markets, and new technologies.

Town Square: CityClub Presents - Regional Partners

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 12 May 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Washington State and British Columbia are important regional partners. But where do we compete and where do we collaborate? CityClub presents a conversation with two of the key players in this critical relationship.

Town Square: Leaders in Livability - Dr. Maxine Hayes

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 12 May 2011 08:00:00 GMT

UW`s new Dean of Public Health, Dr. Howard Frumkin, interviews the state of Washington`s top health official, Dr. Maxine Hayes, to gain her perspective on the impact of livable communities on improved public health.

American Podium: Gen. Michael Hayden - Cybersecurity Threats

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 10 May 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Gen. Michael Hayden states that the key to confronting cybersecurity threats in the 21st century is defense. Hear what he thinks we need to be doing in this talk presented by the World Affairs Council.

American Podium: How Google Thinks, Works, & Shapes Our Lives

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 5 May 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Wired senior writer, former Newsweek correspondent and the author Steven Levy is here with his most insider-informed account of Google yet: In the Plex: How Google Thinks, Works, and Shapes Our Lives. Presented by Town Hall, with University Book Store.

American Podium: Paul Allen

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 3 May 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen discusses his memoir Idea Man and explains how he has solved problems, what he`s learned from his triumphs and failures, and his vision for the future. Presented by Town Hall, with University Book Store.

Town Square: GoGreen Conference 2012

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 3 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT

The GoGreen Conference is a one day conference designed to educate, motivate and inspire you to take your green quotient to the next level and to give you actionable next steps to make your business more sustainable.

Town Square: Overcoming Barriers to Sustainability

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 08:00:00 GMT

From the 2011 GoGreen Conference, the issue of overcoming barriers to sustainability and strategies for leading the change is the subject of a panel moderated by Kevin Wilhelm, CEO of Sustainable Business Consulting.

Town Square: Social Justice, Environment and the Bottom Line

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 08:00:00 GMT

From the 2011 GoGreen Conference, regional sustainable leaders discuss how their companies are improving social justice, the environment and their bottom line. Presented by the Seattle Climate Partnership.

Town Square: Who Do You Trust?

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Who would you call in an emergency? Where do you keep and invest your money? Where do you get your news? How do you evaluate consumer choices and political candidates? CityClub examines public trust.

American Podium: We Must Not Be Afraid to Be Free

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Professor Ronald Collins of the UW School of Law and a fellow at the First Amendment Center and David Skover of Seattle University`s School of Law discuss free speech, its constitutionally-protected status, and attempts often made to abrogate it.

American Podium: Saleem H. Ali on the Greening of Islam

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 08:00:00 GMT

The Muslim Association of Puget Sound presents prominent environmental scholar Saleem H. Ali for a talk, 'Greening Islam: Education, the Environment, and Counter-extremism,' in its Muslim Academic Speaker Series.

Town Square: A New Story of 'We'

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 08:00:00 GMT

In this rich discussion, a diverse array of leaders and social creators share stories and practices for expanding what it means to belong to the community. Moderated by Eric Liu as part of the Guiding Lights Weekend.

Town Square: Dow Constantine

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Host of City Inside/Out, C.R. Douglas, interviews King County Executive Dow Constantine for his county-wide perspective on the challenges and opportunities of promoting livability on a region-wide basis.

Town Square: Citizen Salon

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 6 Apr 2011 08:00:00 GMT

As part of the Guiding Lights Weekend Scott Macklin & Jena Cane challenge presenters to respond in 5 minutes or less to a cultural artifact and in whatever format they wish: a talk, a song, spoken word, performance art, video, photography, comedy, etc.

American Podium: Arne Duncan, US Secretary of Education

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 4 Apr 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Arne Duncan has been the U.S. Secretary of Education since January 20, 2009. Before his appointment, he served as the Chicago Public Schools CEO (June 2001 - December 2008), becoming the longest-serving big-city education superintendent in the country.

American Podium: Environmentalist Bill McKibben

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 4 Apr 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Environmentalist and author Bill McKibben delivers the closing address at the 2011 Guiding Lights Weekend.

American Podium: Van Jones

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 4 Apr 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Van Jones is the best-selling author of the definitive book on green jobs: The Green-Collar Economy. He served as the green jobs advisor in the Obama White House in 2009.

Town Square: Teaching the Art of Citizenship

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Citizenship is an art, not a science. This panel will explore what it means when every one of us - as parents, neighbors, educators, works - thinks like a civics teacher.

American Podium: David Brooks - How Humans Flourish

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 08:00:00 GMT

By following two fictional characters through every stage of life, New York Times op-ed columnist David Brooks (Bobos in Paradise) offers a powerful new understanding of how human success happens.

Town Square: Discrimination of Those Who Have Served Time

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Many people with arrest and conviction records have a hard time finding work or a place to live. This community forum looks at Seattle`s anti-discrimination ordinance including protections for those who have served their time.

Town Square: Reclaiming Democracy for the People

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 08:00:00 GMT

National polls show 80% of Americans are concerned about the 'Citizens United' ruling and the impact that it is already having on our democratic process. Enrique Cerna leads a panel discussion on next steps.

Town Square: Race, Power and Redistricting

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Hear how the upcoming redistricting in Washington State is going to impact communities of color and potentially provide an opportunity for increased civic empowerment. Sponsored by several community groups including the Latino PAC and the Win/Win Network.

Town Square: Democracy in Action

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 08:00:00 GMT

A panel discussion on how you can help keep government open and accountable and how technology is empowering more citizens to do so. Presented by the Washington Coalition for Open Government.

American Podium: How the Dalai Lama Conquered the World

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Tim Johnson, Journalist and Author, speaks at the University of Washington on his book, 'Tragedy in Crimson: How the Dalai Lama Conquered the World but Lost the Battle with China'.

Town Square: Muslims for Loyalty

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 08:00:00 GMT

In this conference Ahmadiyya Muslim Community USA -- the oldest American-Muslim organization -- seeks to spread the message of loyalty to United States of America and debunk the myth that Muslims cannot pledge allegiance to their faith as well as America.

Town Square: The Electric-Vehicle Revolution

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Electric Vehicles soon will dominate the personal auto market and create a consumer-driven 'electriconomy' -- and, just as with the Internet, Seattle (and its trendsetting 'green' consumer behavior) likely will be a major player.

Town Square: The Future of the BABES Network in Jeopardy

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 8 Mar 2011 08:00:00 GMT

A recent Dept of Health funding decision would eliminate funding for BABES, the only women-specific education and support program for women living with HIV in Washington State that helps 400 women and affected family members in our state each year.

Town Square: Wendy Kopp, Teach For America

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 8 Mar 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Wendy Kopp, founder and chief executive officer of Teach for America, shares what she has learned in her twenty years working to realize educational excellence and equity for all children, which is detailed in her new book, A Chance To Make History.

Town Square: Sustainable West Seattle Community Forum

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 3 Mar 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Sustainable West Seattle hosts a panel discussion, moderated by City Council member Tom Rasmussen, on the transportation issues facing West Seattle in the coming years.

Town Square: China & India - Future Allie or Antagonists

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 08:00:00 GMT

China and India could become allies or antagonists in the coming decades as they take center stage in a world dominated by Asia. This discussion looks at what is the most likely scenario: China + India, China vs. India, or China or India.

Town Square: Annual Urban Poverty Forum 2/17/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 08:00:00 GMT

This forum focuses on the disproportionate percentage of blacks and Hispanics in poverty and the systemic factors that fuel that racial disparity.

American Podium: Isolation Fueled by Technology 2/15/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 08:00:00 GMT

MIT Professor Sherry Turkle explores how our narcissistic use of technology is fueling disturbing levels of isolation, as well as what we are looking for-and sacrificing-in a world of electronic companions.

Town Square: 2011 State of Downtown Economic Recovery 2/7/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 7 Feb 2011 08:00:00 GMT

The Downtown Seattle Association`s 2011 State of Downtown Economic Forum provides and economic report card of the past year, while informing the Downtown community about the opportunities and challenges facing its overall health for the year ahead.

Town Square: A Conversation with Dr. Phyllis Wise 2/1/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 1 Feb 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Phyllis Wise took over the reins as Interim President of the University of Washington upon Mark Emmert`s departure in Sep. 2010. CityClub presents this frank and thoughtful conversation about the direction of our state`s flagship research university.

American Podium: Ron Reagan - `My Father at 100` 2/1/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 1 Feb 2011 08:00:00 GMT

In marking the 100th anniversary of Reagan`s birth, Seattle political commentator Ron Reagan shares an intimate and nuanced look at his father`s life, which was enigmatic in ways neither his acolytes nor detractors can fully accept.

Town Square: What Should Parking Cost Downtown? 1/31/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

The Downtown Seattle Association hosts this panel discussion about the city of Seattle`s plans to evaluate how parking is managed and priced.

Town Square: One Team, Ten Lives in Black & White 1/27/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Journalist Doug Merlino, who played on an 'experimental' Seattle basketball team, searches for his teammates -- from a prison cell to a hedge-fund office -- discovering how crossing lines of class, race, and wealth affected the lives of those 10 boys.

Town Square: Cascadia - Vision for a Restorative Future 1/21/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Island Press` second Thought Leaders Discussion on the Built Environment features short, sharp presentations from three impressive speakers-including the Bullitt Foundation`s Denis Hayes.

American Podium: Outsourcing American Power 1/18/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Private contractors have become an integral part of American foreign policy, often in scandalous ways-but Middlebury College Professor Allison Stanger maintains that contractors aren`t the problem; the absence of good government is.

Town Square: CityClub presents 2011 Legislative Preview 1/10/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

After a clear anti-tax message from voters at the ballot box, how will the Washington State legislature make up an ever growing budget shortfall?

Town Square: Finding Truth Within the Information Overload 1/5/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 5 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

What news sources can be trusted online and how can citizens judge what information is accurate and reliable? Bill Kovach & Tom Rosenstiel discuss their new book, BLUR - How to Know What`s True in the Age of Information Overload.

Town Square: An Open Conversation about Wikileaks 1/5/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 5 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Hanson Hosein, Director of Digital Media at the University of Washington, leads a conversation about the nature of Wikileaks and its impact on our understanding of the internet.

American Podium: Clay Jenkinson as J. Robert Oppenheimer 1/4/2011

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 4 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

American Humanities Rhodes scholar Clay Jenkinson, known for his award-winning portrayals of Thomas Jefferson and Theodore Roosevelt, moves into more modern history with a portrayal of J. Robert Oppenheimer, 'the father of the atomic bomb.'

American Podium: Chris Hedges on Death of the Liberal Class 12/28/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 28 Dec 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Author Chris Hedges argues that the traditional pillars of the liberal class-the press, liberal religious institutions, labor unions, universities, and the Democratic Party-are now more concerned with status and privilege than justice and progress.

Town Square: CityClub`s 2010 Annual Year in Review 12/23/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Reflect on the events of the past year and look ahead as our region enters a new year. CityClub presents a panel of top leaders who`ll analyze the current state of our region and discuss its future.

Town Square: What is Innovation in the Arts 12/22/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Artist Trust & the Henry Art Gallery co-presents a stimulating discussion about what defines innovation in the arts these days; is it the process or the end-product? What constitutes innovation in a world where there`s 'no new idea'? And much more!

American Podium: Tim Wu asks Who Will Control the Internet? 12/21/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Columbia Professor Tim Wu, author of The Master Switch, says every once-free-and-open technology, from telephone to cable TV, arrived on a wave of idealistic optimism but in time was centralized and closed, profoundly affecting how Americans communicate.

Town Square: Viaduct Tunnel Option Debate 12/17/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 08:00:00 GMT

The Deep-Bore Tunnel is debated: Mayor Mike McGinn, City Council Member Mike O`Brien and People`s Waterfront Coalition leader Cary Moon take the anti-tunnel side. City Council Member Tom Rasmussen and state Sen. Ed Murray speak from the pro-tunnel side.

American Podium: What Works - Changing Our Schools 12/14/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Educational leaders speak to parents and community leaders about how they are changing education through engaged leadership, effective teaching and innovative schools.

Town Square: A 'Toast' to Five Former Seattle Mayors 12/13/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 08:00:00 GMT

The Washington News Council`s 12th annual Gridiron West Dinner toast, and roasts, five former Mayors of Seattle: Wes Uhlman, Charles Royer, Norm Rice, Paul Schell and Greg Nickels. Current Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn joins in the festivities.

Town Square: Western Washington`s Historic Storms 12/13/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 08:00:00 GMT

University of Washington`s Meteorology Professor Cliff Mass takes us through some of the most historic storms in Western Washington.

American Podium: Alan Mulally, President and CEO of Ford 12/7/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 7 Dec 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Alan Mulally is the President and CEO of the Ford Motor Company. The Wall Street Journal has dubbed him 'Ford`s Renaissance Man,' while Time Magazine has named him 'one of world`s most influential people.' Presented by The Puget Sound Business Journal.

Town Square: Deep-Bore Tunnel -- What Could Go Wrong? 12/1/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 1 Dec 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Advancing the skeptics` case, Stranger news editor Dominic Holden moderates a session with Mayor Mike McGinn, Councilmember Mike O`Brien, Eric de Place (senior researcher for the Sightline Institute), and Drew Paxton (Move Seattle Smarter). Presented by The Stranger.

American Podium: Peace Corps Director Aaron S. Williams 11/23/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 08:00:00 GMT

The World Affairs Council presents Peace Corps Director Aaron S. Williams for a celebration of 50 years of the Peace Corps: past, present, and future.

Town Square: Keeping Our Parks Public 12/8/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 8 Dec 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Metropolitan Democratic Club of Seattle holds a forum on how we can survive economic hard times without changing laws in ways that jeopardize public ownership of public lands: real sustainability versus privatization.

Town Square: Arts in Education Forum 11/18/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 08:00:00 GMT

A panel of Seattle students lead a discussion with Mayor Mike McGinn and Seattle Public Schools` Susan Enfield about how the arts engage, challenge, and motivate young people.

American Podium: Dr. James Zogby on Islam and the Arab World 11/9/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 9 Nov 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Through Zogby International and polls conducted in numerous Arab countries, Dr. James Zogby reveals the real thoughts and opinions of Arab people.

Town Square: A conversation with Chief Diaz 11/4/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 4 Nov 2010 08:00:00 GMT

In one of his first public presentations since being confirmed, new Seattle Police Chief John Diaz is the featured guest at the Seattle Downtown Association`s Fall Forum.

Town Square: Seattle Journalists - Uncovering Family Homeless 11/4/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 4 Nov 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Eight Seattle journalists will talk about their work in an unprecedented news reporting project, the Journalism Fellowships on Family Homelessness.

American Podium: The State of Metropolitan America 10/26/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 08:00:00 GMT

The United States has been undergoing a profound demographic transformation over the last decade and metropolitan areas like the city of Seattle are the vanguard of this transformation.

American Podium: World Affairs Council -- Ayaan Hirsi Ali

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Author of the memoir Infidel and the new Nomad. Hirsi Ali will discuss her life since losing her Dutch citizenship and her attempt to reconcile her Islamic past with her passionate adherence to democracy and Western values.

American Podium: An Evening with Aaron Brown 10/12/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Aaron Brown returns to the Northwest for an evening of conversation about where he`s been and what he`s seen.

American Podium: A Conversation with David Gregory 10/5/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 5 Oct 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Meet the Press` David Gregory is a regular contributor to the Today show and substitute anchor on NBC`s Nightly News. He was named one of Washington`s 50 best and most influential journalists by Washingtonian magazine. Moderated by KING 5`s Jean Enersen.

Town Square: A Conversation about Sustainable Design 9/23/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Ash Awad, Vice President of Energy & Facility Services at McKinstry and Daniel Friedman, Dean of the College of Built Environments at the University of Washington explore sustainable design and its impact on our future.

Town Square: Future Shack - How Do We Want to Live? 9/30/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 08:00:00 GMT

A public discussion exploring residential design and what it means for our neighborhoods and cities.

American Podium: David Plouffe 9/28/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 08:00:00 GMT

David Plouffe, author of The Audacity to Win, reveals the strategies that delivered President Barack Obama to office and how the candidate (and campaign) tackled challenges and opportunities.

American Podium: ACLU of Washington on Marijuana Reform 9/21/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 08:00:00 GMT

This public forum titled 'Where is Marijuana Reform Heading?' features local and national panelists discussing the history, current status, and future of marijuana-law reform in Washington and the United States.

American Podium: David Callahan - The New Liberal Rich 9/14/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 14 Sep 2010 08:00:00 GMT

David Callahan, co-founder of the think tank Demos, says something big is happening among the wealthiest Americans: They`re turning liberal. Callahan explains how our politics and culture are changing and what the future may hold.

American Podium: David Callahan Question and Answer 9/14/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 14 Sep 2010 08:00:00 GMT

A question and answer session with David Callahan. This is additional footage from the original American Podium: David Callahan - The New Liberal Rich that premiered on Tuesday, September 14 on the Seattle Channel.

Town Square: Only on Sundays-The Black Church`s New Politics 9/16/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Reverend Flora Wilson Bridges, PhD and a panel of religious leaders engage in a lively discussion around the relevancy of the Black church in Seattle and beyond.

Town Square: Seattle Race Conference - Spero Manson 9/13/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 08:00:00 GMT

The 8th Annual Seattle Race Conference presents a discussion on racism and health inequities: eliminating barriers and healing our communities.

Town Square: Matthew Kahn - Urban Life in a Hotter World 9/9/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 9 Sep 2010 08:00:00 GMT

UCLA Professor Matthew Kahn, author of Climatopolis, believes that cities will adapt to rising temperatures over time, slowly transforming our everyday lives as we change our behaviors and our surroundings.

Town Square: Seattle Race Conference - Dr. Ben Danielson 9/6/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 6 Sep 2010 08:00:00 GMT

The 8th Annual Seattle Race Conference presents a discussion on racism and health inequities: eliminating barriers and healing our communities.

American Podium: Gringo Nightmare - Eric Volz 8/30/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Eric Volz, an American man who was sentenced to a 30-year prison term in Nicaragua for a murder he didn't commit, talks about his experience and how it lead to his memoir, 'Gringo Nightmare'.

Town Square: Impediments to Fair Housing 9/2/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 2 Sep 2010 08:00:00 GMT

The Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice is an assessment by local jurisdictions of how laws, policies, real estate practices, and local conditions affect the location and availability of housing.

American Podium: Carjacked - The Culture of the Automobile 8/23/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Join 'Carjacked' authors Professor Catherine Lutz and Anne Fernandez Lutz as they present their research on the complex impact of the automobile on modern society and discuss how to develop a healthier, cheaper, and greener relationship with cars.

Town Square: The Race to Reach Voters 8/23/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 08:00:00 GMT

What goes on behind the scenes in modern politics? An examination of how different types of organizations are working to win - from grassroots to youth driven, private consultants to the state party structure.

Town Square: CEO Fireside Chat - REI`s Sally Jewell 8/5/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 5 Aug 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Emory Thomas, Publisher of the Puget Sound Business Journal, hosts an informal conversation with Sally Jewell, CEO of REI.

American Podium: America`s Responsibility to Refugees 8/3/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 3 Aug 2010 08:00:00 GMT

For decades, the US has accepted more refugees than any other nation on earth-as many as 70,000 a year. Journalist Margaret Larson leads a discussion on whether or not America`s treatment of asylum seekers can, or should, be improved.

Town Square: Seahawks Coach Pete Carroll - Win Forever 7/29/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 08:00:00 GMT

The Seattle Seahawks` preseason doesn`t start until August, but new head coach Pete Carroll is already ahead of the game.

American Podium: Free Enterprise vs. Big Government 7/27/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Seattle native Arthur Brooks believes America is facing a new culture war-not against guns, abortion, or gay rights, but against creeping changes to our entrepreneurial culture.

American Podium: An Evening With Ray Suarez 7/20/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Ray Suarez, Senior Correspondent for The NewsHour on PBS, discusses global health; hear how it as it relates to global development, security, economic growth, and the environment.

Town Square: Health Care Conversations with CEO`s 7/14/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 08:00:00 GMT

The Pacific Northwest includes many leading provider groups on the cutting edge of health care delivery. Here what local health leaders think will impact the delivery of health care on a national level as well as here at home.

American Podium: Sebastian Junger on 'War' 7/13/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Through their experiences, Author Sebastian Junger explores the fear, the honor, and the trust among young soldiers, going to the heart of what it means not just to be a soldier, but to be human.

Town Square: Andrew Doman 7/7/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 7 Jul 2010 08:00:00 GMT

PSBJ Publisher Emory Thomas Jr. in a conversation with the new Russell Investments President and CEO Andrew Doman on the 10-year look ahead at Russell and the world of improving financial security for people.

Town Square: Harnessing Commercial Strategies 7/5/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 5 Jul 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Some of the region`s most dynamic organizations share stories and strategies of how they are shaping their workforces and marketing products in ways designed to bring social change, and turning to investors to fund the operation.

Town Square: Harnessing Commercial Strategies 7/5/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 5 Jul 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Town Square: Peter Gleick on Water as a Commodity 7/1/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 1 Jul 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Peter Gleick, author of Bottled and Sold, shows how life`s most basic necessity went from being a free natural resource to one of the most successful commercial products of the last 100 years-and why we all are poorer for it.

American Podium: Business with a Conscience 6/29/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Microcredit pioneer Muhammad Yunus has developed a new approach to capitalism. Hear how social business will create self-supporting enterprises that generate economic growth even as they produce goods and services that make the world a better place.

Town Square: Everything We Know About Nature 6/28/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Two Seattle-based scientists for The Nature Conservancy asked researchers and conservationists around the world to share what they know - ultimately collecting data from most every field of inquiry into nature on Earth.

Town Square: Washington`s Culture of Creative Enterprise 6/24/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 08:00:00 GMT

What does it take to move innovative ideas to markets - specifically those working on the frontiers of science and technology. Hear how their stories are transforming our community and our world.

Town Square: A Conversation about our Food and Eating 6/17/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Mary Embleton, executive director of Cascade Harvest Coalition, and Britt Yamamoto, Core Faculty at the Center for Creative Change at Antioch University discuss the many dimensions of food and eating.

American Podium: Dennis Henigan - Exposing Gun-Policy Myths 6/15/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 08:00:00 GMT

The author of Lethal Logic and a vice president at the Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence, Dennis Henigan analyzes the gun-lobby`s reductive 'reasoning', dismantling the messages that have impeded progress toward sensible solutions to gun violence.

Town Square: Latinos and Immigration 6/9/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 9 Jun 2010 08:00:00 GMT

MALDEF President Thomas Saenz will speak on MALDEF`s legal challenge to the recently adopted Arizona immigration law and on the pressing need for immigration reform.

American Podium: An Immigration Crisis in the Making 6/1/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 1 Jun 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Journalist Jeffrey Kaye, author of Moving Millions, says we have a role in immigration-law enforcement. Lawmakers nationwide are under growing pressure to address the issue and to reframe the debate on migration, by dropping the obsession with migrants` legal status; address its fundamental causes; think internationally; and work toward sustainable economies. For more information on Jeffrey Kaye, visit his web-site at: www.jeffreykaye.net

American Podium: 2010 Power of Choice Luncheon 7/13/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Actress Kathy Najimy is the keynote speaker at the NARAL 2010 Power of Choice Luncheon.

American Podium: Van Jones - Green Jobs and Local Climate Leadership 5/31/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 31 May 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Van Jones is a globally recognized, award-winning pioneer in human rights and the clean energy economy. He is the author of The Green Collar Economy.

An Evening With: Spike Lee 5/27/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 27 May 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Filmmaker Spike Lee sits down at the 2009 Seattle International Film Festival to discuss his career, which kicked off in 1986 with the indie film She`s Gotta Have It and continues with an impressive catalog of documentaries and feature films.

Town Square: Annual State of Technology Luncheon 5/27/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 27 May 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Author Clayton Christensen is featured at the State of Technology Luncheon, challenging the way we think about our work and community. Envision the future of business, education, health care with the bestselling author of The Innovator`s Dilemma.

Town Square: Lee Hood - Genomics 101 5/12/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Wed, 12 May 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Institute for Systems Biology founder Lee Hood and his colleagues recently published a groundbreaking paper detailing the first whole genome sequencing of a family. Expected to boost the power and impact of genetic research, the study offers the first direct estimate of the human intergenerational mutation rate and pushes researchers closer to discovering the role genes play in diseases. Hood recaps the Human Genome Project, ties it into recent research, and discusses where this technology is headed.

Town Square: RSJI Summit 5/8/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Sat, 8 May 2010 08:00:00 GMT

The 2010 Race and Social Justice Initiative Summit kicks off with keynote speeches from Seattle Center Director Robert Nellams, RSJI Manager Glenn Harris, Mayor McGinn and City Councilmember Bruce Harrell.

American Podium: Moby and Miyun Park - 'Gristle' 5/4/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 4 May 2010 08:00:00 GMT

'Gristle' features writing by ten contributors, including Frances Moore Lappe and Anna Lappe, making the case against industrialized animal production, citing research on climate change, animal welfare, economic analysis, children`s health, and more. The book was edited by hip-hop legend Moby, and Miyun Park (executive director of Global Animal Partnership).

Town Square: Municipal Agriculture 5/13/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 13 May 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Darrin Nordahl, author of 'Public Produce', explores 'municipal agriculture'- city officials turning to the abundance of land under public control to grow food. Nordhal advocates a common-sense reassessment of local food practices.

Town Square: Cities as Green Pioneers 5/10/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Mon, 10 May 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Hear how cities such as Seattle, New York, and Portland are taking the lead in addressing global warming, pollution, energy dependence, and social justice.

Town Square: Less Crime, Less Punishment 5/2/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Sun, 2 May 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Seattle City Councilmembers join in discussion with Mark A. R. Kleiman, professor of public policy at UCLA, to explore innovative ways to control crime and reduce unacceptably high incarceration rates.

Town Square: From Vacancy to Vibrancy 4/25/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 08:00:00 GMT

With the recession on its way out, the construction boom that came before it left us with an overabundance of space. CityClub presents a discussion on the development and business sectors coming together with individual artists and arts organizations to get creative.

Town Square: Capitol Hill Housing 4/22/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Panel discussion on community priorities for Transit Oriented Development (TOD) properties on Capitol Hill. Panelists comprised of politicians, community stakeholders and developers.

American Podium: The Decision Tree with Thomas Goetz 4/20/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Wired Magazine Executive Editor Goetz offers a bold new vision of healthcare, where something as simple as a list of pros and cons can allow patients to make sense of their options and figure out their path to better health.

Town Square: Terrorism, Security, and Civil Liberties 4/22/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Panelists discuss the need to preserve the constitutional rights of terrorism defendants. Hear their responses to the provocative question, "What would you do if Attorney General Eric Holder decided that Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the alleged mastermind of the 9/11 attacks, should be tried in Seattle?"

American Podium: Joseph Stiglitz - Classic Economics 4/13/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Nobel Prize-winning economist and Columbia University professor Joseph Stiglitz is considered one of today`s most distinguished and controversial economists, known for his work on asymmetric information and as a pioneer in the field of modern information economics and microeconomics.

American Podium: Joseph Stiglitz - Classic Economics Question and Answer 4/13/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 08:00:00 GMT

A question and answer session with Joseph Stiglitz. This is additional footage from the original American Podium: Joseph Stiglitz - Classic Economics that premiered on Tuesday, April 13 on the Seattle Channel.

Town Square: League of Women Voters - Making Democracy Work 4/15/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 08:00:00 GMT

A panel discussion addressing how we can create a better, more democratic society; the ideas that propel us; and the issues that impede our progress.

Town Square: CityClub's 2010 Annual Meeting 4/8/2010

SEATTLE CHANNE — Thu, 8 Apr 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Three of our region's leaders discuss their thoughts on collaboration and regional governance. Hear how King County Executive Dow Constantine, Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn and Bellevue Mayor Don Davidson feel about education, transportation, job creation and economic growth.

American Podium: Joel Kotkin `America in 2050` 3/30/2010