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Hosted by Mike McClanahan, The Impact is TVW’s weekly news show, covering decisions at the State Capitol and how they impact you.... more
FAQs about The IMPACT:How many episodes does The IMPACT have?The podcast currently has 195 episodes available.
July 01, 2021Looking Back at Covid-19 from June 30, 2021A March 2020 - June 2021 "year in review" with legislative leaders from the early days of the pandemic restrictions through the 2021 legislative session and June 30th reopening. Guests include House Democratic Deputy Majority Leader Larry Springer (D-Kirkland) and Senate Republican Caucus Leader John Braun (R-Centralia)....more27minPlay
June 23, 2021Asian Giant Hornets from June 23, 2021The discovery of an Asian giant hornet in Marysville kicks off a discussion of 2021 trapping and detection plans in WA and B.C. Guests include Karla Salp, Washington State Department of Agriculture and Paul van Westendorp, Provincial Apiarist, British Columbia, Canada....more27minPlay
June 16, 2021Secretary of State Kim Wyman and Broadband Bills from June 16, 2021Court ruling on simultaneous broadband bill signing, impact of 2020 election controversies. Guests include Washington Secretary of State Kim Wyman....more26minPlay
June 09, 2021Cities & Small Businesses from June 9, 2021How state level action on policing, broadband, and housing will impact cities; small business perspective on capital gains tax and pandemic rules. Guests include Candice Bock, Government Relations Director, Association of Washington Cities, and Patrick Connor, Washington State Director, National Federation of Independent Business....more26minPlay
June 02, 2021Road Usage Charge from June 2, 2021New momentum in Olympia for taxing drivers by the mile. The road usage charge debate. Guests include Reema Griffith, Executive Director, Washington State Transportation Center, and Mariya Frost, Director, Coles Center for Transportation, Washington Policy Center....more27minPlay
May 27, 2021Governor's Vetoes from May 26, 2021Democratic Senate Majority Leader Andy Billig & House Republican Leader J.T. Wilcox discuss controversial vetoes, the next steps for a transportation funding package, the confusing broadband bill situation and a possible special session....more27minPlay
May 19, 2021Back to School & Sports Betting from May 19, 2021Critical vote ahead for legal sports betting at tribal casinos. From masks to vaccines, what to expect from the fall school year and in-person learning. Guests include Washington State Gambling Commission Interim Director Tina Griffin and Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal....more26minPlay
May 13, 2021Transportation Funding from May 12, 2021An overview of the "bare-bones" transportation budget that passed, the carbon bills linked to a bigger package, and the potential for a special session. Guests include House Transportation Committee Chair Jake Fey (D-Tacoma) & Ranking Republican Andrew Barkis (R-Olympia), and Senate Transportation Committee Chair Steve Hobbs (D-Lake Stevens) & Ranking Republican Curtis King (R-Yakima)....more27minPlay
May 05, 20212021 Legislative Session Recap with Press Panel from May 5, 2021A press panel recap of the 2021 session - expanded programs, controversial tax, greener gasoline, new rules for police and more. Panel includes Jerry Cornfield, The Everett Herald and Sara Gentzler, McClatchy (The Olympian, Tacoma News Tribune, Bellingham Herald, Tri-City Herald)....more27minPlay
April 28, 2021Capital Gains Tax and Environmental Legislation from April 28, 2021Democrat and Republican legislators debate the impact of the capital gains tax and environmental legislation from 2021. Guests include Sen. June Robinson (D-Everett), Sen. Lynda Wilson (R-Vancouver), Rep. Joe Fitzgibbon (D-West Seattle), & Rep. Tom Dent (R-Moses Lake)....more27minPlay
FAQs about The IMPACT:How many episodes does The IMPACT have?The podcast currently has 195 episodes available.