Episodes

  • Behind-the-Scenes with AG Nick Brown from April 29, 2026

    Behind-the-Scenes with AG Nick Brown from April 29, 2026
    Apr 29 2026
    Washington AG Nick Brown takes center stage on "The Impact" with Mike McClanahan for a one-on-one interview covering the latest consumer protection lawsuit over grocery prices, his agency's role in crafting the contentious 'millionaires tax,' and its approach waging courtroom warfare against the Trump administration. It's an in-depth look at the legal battles shaping the state's future.
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    26 mins
  • The Debate Over DNR's New Forest Conservation Policy from April 22, 2026

    The Debate Over DNR's New Forest Conservation Policy from April 22, 2026
    Apr 22 2026
    A 2025 policy shift at DNR set aside tens of thousands of acres of structurally complex forests and older trees. Celebrated by some groups and criticized by others, the change has sparked debate over the future of timber-dependent counties, rural jobs, biodiversity, and how Washington manages older trees that aren't yet old growth. We explore different perspectives on the issue with Heath Heikkila of the American Forest Resource Council and Miguel Pérez-Gibson of Washington Conservation Action.
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    26 mins
  • Wildfire Funding from April 15, 2026

    Wildfire Funding from April 15, 2026
    Apr 15 2026
    As we head into warmer months, representatives of Washington tribes and environmental groups are speaking out about wildfire resilience funding cuts. Interview guests: Skippy Shaw, Washington state government relations director for The Nature Conservancy and Cody Desautel, executive director of the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation
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    26 mins
  • Higher Education from April 8, 2026

    Higher Education from April 8, 2026
    Apr 8 2026
    Exploring popular majors and enrollment trends across Washington’s public universities. Featuring an interview featuring Ruben Flores, head of the state’s Council of Presidents, which represents the state’s six public four-year universities and colleges.
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    26 mins
  • How Expensive is Washington from April 1, 2026

    How Expensive is Washington from April 1, 2026
    Apr 2 2026
    How expensive is living in Washington? A new study suggests prices have risen faster in the Evergreen State in recent years than anywhere else in the country.Interviews include Washington Roundtable president Rachel Smith and CEO Marc Casale of the Kinetic West consulting firm.
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    26 mins
  • Public Defense Funding from March 25, 2026

    Public Defense Funding from March 25, 2026
    Mar 25 2026
    Lawmakers adjourned without creating a new funding stream for public defense, while a state supreme court mandate is expected to dramatically increase the cost. Thurston County's public defense director joins the executive director of the Washington State Association of Counties to weigh in on funding needs and uncertainties.
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    26 mins
  • Tech Scams from March 18, 2026

    Tech Scams from March 18, 2026
    Mar 18 2026
    Advances in artificial intelligence are fueling a new wave of sophisticated scams targeting consumers. Two top state financial watchdogs, Ali Higgs and Faith Anderson from the Washington State Department of Financial Institutions, explain how the state is fighting back -- and what you can do to protect yourself.
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    26 mins
  • The Big Stories of the 2026 Session from March 10, 2027

    The Big Stories of the 2026 Session from March 10, 2027
    Mar 10 2026
    Taxes, consumer protection, and policing - a recap of the big stories of 2026 as the legislative session comes to a close. The latest on a statewide overhaul of curbside recycling. Then a behind the scenes look at Teach with TVW programs to help students understand state government and learn how their own voices fit in.
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    26 mins