Spokast!

In this episode of 'This is Spokane,' I'll share some recent updates and experiences with the Spokast podcast, all while navigating the busy month of April. It’s been a challenge, balancing work and life with the growing interest in the podcast. I’ll be sharing various local events and personal anecdotes, from the joy of hosting the American Advertising Awards and this weekend’s annual Bloomsday Run to the 50th-anniversary celebration of Expo 74; there’s always something happening in our beloved Lilac City.

00:00 - Welcome to This is Spokane

00:25 - Alive, by Jinx Universe

01:25 - A Recording Snafu

02:01 - Spokast Updates and Personal Reflections

05:35 - Introducing Dom Arce: A New Addition to the Spokast! team

06:58 - Hosting the American Advertising Awards

09:55 - Happening This Week in Spokane: Bloomsday and Expo 74 Celebrations

14:59 - Closing Time

Thanks to Jinx Universe for letting Spokast use his song track 'Alive' as the intro.

On this episode of Spokast, join me as I sit down with Derek Landers, a graphic designer and artist born and raised right here in Spokane. Derek's got some serious credentials—he's a graduate of SFCC Graphic Arts Design School and has been making waves in the design and arts community for over twenty years. Plus, did you know he's the mastermind behind Spokane's most recent flag design?!?

But Derek's impact doesn't stop there. He's also one of the brains behind Spokane Print and Publishing, and he's helping organize Print Fest—a month-long celebration of creativity, craftsmanship, and community. Print Fest is where artists, enthusiasts, and curious minds come together to explore the art of printmaking through workshops, exhibitions, and interactive experiences. From relief carving to letterpress, there's something for everyone, whether you're a seasoned pro or just dipping your toes into the world of printmaking.

So join us as we chat with Derek about his journey, his love for Spokane, and the vibrant artistic community that makes the Lilac City so special.

Learn more about Spokane Print Fest at www.spokaneprintfest.org

On this episode of Spokast, join me as I sit down with Sheila Robinson, a meme queen and a vocal advocate for sex positivity. Sheila shares her journey from conventional relationships to embracing solo polyamory. Through humor and honesty, she addresses stigmas surrounding polyamory and dating in the digital age, offering insights into her online interactions with people sliding into her DM's.

Discover why Spokane holds significance for Sheila and how her presence contributes to a growing dialogue around breaking traditional norms. Through laughter and insight, Sheila challenges those norms and invites us to celebrate the beauty of living authentically.

Join me on Spokast! for my first-ever four-person conversation with the AFFIL8D Crew, a dynamic hip-hop collective featuring artists Topp, Jang the Goon, The Boy Beerus, Bapeface, and Zaeshaun Haze, alongside photographer and videographer Kay Gonzalez and producer Northwest Kid.

In the studio, Topp, Jang, Kay, and Northwest Kid discuss their beginnings, individual roles within the collective, and their latest EP, "88 Days In," released on March 28th. We also dive into their collaborative High-Rise Party on April 19th and touch on the state of Spokane's hip-hop scene.

Listen to AFFLI8D's first-ever EP, "88 DAYS IN," on Spotify.

Buy tickets to AFFIL8D's High Rise Party on 4/19.

Trust me, this is a conversation that you do not want to miss.

Welcome to the very first episode of 'This is Spokane.' I'm excited to share all the good news and great vibes coming out of Spokane, Washington.

Thanks to Jinx Universe for letting Spokast use his song track 'Alive' as the intro.

You can listen to 'Alive' and his entire music catalog on Spotify.

00:00 - Welcome to This is Spokane!

01:55 - Diving into Spokane's Growth and Vibrancy

04:27 - Inlander's Best Of Awards and Spokane's Music Scene

08:04 - My Treefort Experience: Music, Arts, and Community

13:21 - Does Spokane Need A Treefort?

16:07 - Launching the Spokane Sounds 2024 Playlist

21:06 - My First Spokane Velocity Match

27:45 - Closing Time!

On this episode of Spokast!, we sit down with Chey Scott, the Arts & Culture Editor for The Inlander. We also explore Chey's remarkable career, from starting her high school newspaper to graduating from WSU to being The Inlander's Arts and Culture editor.

We also get into Spokane's first-ever alt mag's history and iconic Best Of Awards! We celebrate Spokast's latest achievement as the Best Local Podcast as voted by the readers of The Inlander!

I am absolutely blown away and deeply grateful to all of you for voting Spokast! as the Best Local Podcast in this year's Best Of Awards. Your support means everything, and I want to extend the biggest thank you from the bottom of my heart. ✌️

On this episode of Spokast!, we sit down with Julia Zimny, Miss Spokane 2024!

It was truly amazing chatting with Julia and discovering that there's so much more to her story than just her title. Did you know she's not only Miss Spokane but also a practicing lawyer right here in our city? On top of that, she's a three-time marathon finisher, a mountaineer who's conquered some of our region's most iconic peaks, and a recent graduate of Gonzaga University School of Law.

You'll get to know Julia on a deeper level as we delve into her adventures, passions, and how she plans to leverage her title of Miss Spokane for the betterment of our community. Trust me, this conversation is incredibly inspiring and uplifting—I can't wait for you to hear it!

On this episode of Spokast!, I sit down with Matt DeLong, an audio technician and someone who is passionate about Spokane's music scene.

Disclaimer: While Matt's views and opinions are his own, I've left the content unedited to preserve transparency and authenticity.

Matt shares his experiences and unique insights. From his behind-the-scenes work at various venues to his astute observations of the local music industry, Matt offers his thoughts on Spokane's musical landscape.

Welcome to a special episode of Spokast! I'm diving into the unexpected success of an Instagram REEL I posted of Sydney Sweeney's mention of Spokane in her opening monologue from the March 2nd, 2024, episode of Saturday Night Live.

I mainly wanted to reflect on why I posted the clip, unpack the positive and negative comments it has received, and share my genuine pride in our beloved "town" of Spokane, WA.

As someone who advocates for our city, I want to share the importance of fostering a more positive representation of Spokane and why that matters.

What is up, Lilac City & welcome back to Spokast! You're about to listen to a special episode with Spokane Real Estate Agent Taci VanLeuven Riddle of Sweet Home Local.

This is a quarterly special episode of Spokast! where Taci will help me dive into the heartbeat of Spokane's real estate market and give us insight into those market trends that shape the Lilac City.

Taci has been a real estate agent in Spokane for the past nine years and has consistently been a Top Producer in the Inland Northwest. 

Her passion for helping people & the Spokane community make the perfect marriage to assist first-time home-buyers and local investors looking to expand their portfolios.

If you're interested in learning more about Taci and Sweet Home Local or know someone who's looking to buy a home in Spokane, go to ⁠sweethomespokane.com⁠

Follow Taci on Instagram at ⁠@sweethomelocal⁠