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Did you know that Snohomish County is comprised of 2,000 square miles, 70% of which is public land? That’s a lot of forest, lakes, and rivers. Executive Dave Somers has been a champion of well-managed growth since the 1970s with a long track record of championing the natural environment over rampant development. Today on the pod we have a candid convo with the boss about science-informed policy, dogs in sidecars, and how his career has helped to preserve Snohomish County as a place of natural beauty.

This beloved family restaurant in Everett, WA closed during the pandemic… then revived, better than ever. (You gotta try their veggie burgers. 😋) Today, Sisters offers the same quality concept that it has embodied since the 1980s, only with a whole new vibe. 🥧☕️🍔 In this episode we talk to Jackson Quall about how to make something you love even if it takes decades, how aesthetics are important, and how making mistakes is a key part of growing and learning. There’s plenty of inspo in this conversation for anyone who has a dream to start a new endeavor… even in the midst of a global recession. Support small biz in our community! ⚡️⚡️ Like this content? Follow us on social @seattlenorthcountry or visit www.seattlenorthcountry.com

Want to explore the mountains of the PNW but don’t know where to start? We got you. This week we talk about the Mountain Loop Highway, where you can access hundreds of camping spots and the hiking trails of your dreams. ✨ Hyperbole? No way. 🏕️ Listen while we cover the basics — leave no trace principles, trail etiquette and the 10 essentials. Then our host, Richard, will guide you through a virtual tour of the Mountain Loop so you know what to expect when you visit Snohomish County looking for adventure. 🥾🌲🧗‍♀️ For more travel inspo look us up at seattlenorthcountry.com or give a follow @seattlenorthcountry

What if you could grow your own food… indoors… in perpetuity? What would that mean in the era of climate change, soil degradation, an inflationary economy, and disruption in the global supply chain? 🍄 Today we talk to Nathanael Engen of Black Forest Mushrooms. Engen is an entrepreneur who chose to set up shop in Everett. He talks about how local mushrooms cut down on waste and pollution, how the city eagerly embraced his small business, and how serial failure is really just an opportunity adapt your approach to any new endeavor. Well put!👏 Listen to the show, give a follow and catch us on the socials @seattlenorthcountry or at www.seattlenorthcountry.com

Is it vintage? Is it modern? Yes. Both! The darling riverside city of Snohomish, WA will charm the pants off you by virtue of its collaborative community of makers. Today we talk about how this historic city keeps evolving into better versions of itself. I believe there are some lessons here for other municipalities and civic organizations looking to elevate their city into a more desirable destination. ⚡️ My guests include Brady Begin and Shari Ireton from the City of Snohomish and Maygen Hetherington from the Historic Downtown Snohomish Association. ⚡️

Long lines. Overpriced magazines. Parking lot hellscapes. We can all agree that airports are the worst, right? Paine Field in Everett, WA is changing the game. Today we talk to investor Brett Smith. His company, Propeller Airports, is piloting (no pun intended) a new model of airport: a public/private partnership that benefits everyone — *especially passengers.* ✨ Book your tickets, pack your bags, and be prepared to be pampered. Let’s talk about the airport of the future, right here in Snohomish County. ✈️

Tulalip master carver James Madison dreams… and his visions become stories in wood. It’s an art. It’s magic. Once you recognize his work, you see it everywhere in Snohomish County: the municipal building in Everett, Kayak Point, Mukilteo’s Lighthouse Park, the Everett Arboretum, and the Tulalip Casino to name a few places. James shares his intuitive approach to creativity and how he calls images forth from the depths of his cultural heritage. We hope this episode inspires you to make something beautiful, too. Like the vibe? Follow us on social @seattlenorthcountry or visit seattlenorthcountry.com

What is it about Everett anyway? If you don’t know this outlier/grunge-cool destination, you probably should. In many ways, EVT is the scrappy PNW city that could. New waterfront development is adding an appealing dimension to a blue collar, artistic community. Today on the show we chat with Cat Soper from the Port of Everett and Tyler Chism and Kari Quaas from the City of Everett about how this city on the Sound continues to evolve while maintaining its offbeat character. Thanks for listening and be sure to follow us on social @seattlenorthcountry or visit seattlenorthcountry.com