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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 180 episodes available.
February 01, 2024Year-Round Standard Time from January 31, 2024The debate over legislation that would leave Washington on Pacific Standard Time year-round. Guests: Sen. Manka Dhingra (D-Redmond) and Sen. Mike Padden (R-Spokane Valley)...more25minPlay
January 25, 2024Law Enforcement Bills from January 24, 2024From police tactics to sentencing guidelines, an overview of justice system related bills up for debate in the 2024 Legislative Session followed by a panel discussion featuring Enoka Herat with the ACLU of Washington and Steve Strachan with the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs....more25minPlay
January 18, 2024Business & Labor Legislative Agendas from January 17, 2024From unemployment benefits for striking workers to repealing the Long-Term Care Act, labor and business groups have conflicting agendas for the 2024 Legislative Session. We've got an overview of the workplace bills to watch this year. Guests include Association of Washington Business President Kris Johnson and Washington State Labor Council President April Sims....more25minPlay
January 11, 2024Legislative Session Outlook from January 10, 2024An overview of issues likely to surface during the 2024 Legislative Session. Featuring analysis with Paul Queary, founder of the independent political newsletter, The Washington Observer....more25minPlay
December 13, 2023Clearing the Untested Rape Evidence Backlog from December 13, 2023State authorities have reportedly cleared the long-running backlog of untested sexual assault evidence kits. A look at the implications for survivors and suspects. Guest: Chris Loftis, Washington State Patrol....more25minPlay
December 06, 2023Biometric ID from December 6, 2023From convenience and speed, to security and privacy, we explore the potential pros and cons of a requested rule change to allow biometric forms of ID that rely on fingerprints or other physical characteristics for alcohol and cannabis purchases. Guest: Justin Nordhorn, Director of Policy and External Affairs for the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board....more25minPlay
November 30, 2023Giant Hornet Status from November 29, 2023Can beekeepers breathe easy or are humongous hornets here to stay? An update on the multi-year effort to eradicate the invasive Northern Giant Hornet in Washington. Then a look at how Washington's experience may help other states with a different invasive hornet. Guest: Sven Spichiger, Washington State Department of Agriculture....more25minPlay
November 16, 2023Sports Betting from November 15, 2023A look at how the legalization of sports betting has impacted the entertainment sector and sports coverage. From player intimidation to inside information, we explore emerging issues for regulators, then highlight resources for problem gambling. Guest: Tina Griffin, Director of the Washington State Gambling Commission...more25minPlay
November 09, 2023Deschutes Estuary Project from November 8, 2013An update on the effort to remove the dam that created Capitol Lake and restore the Deschutes estuary in downtown Olympia. Featuring input from different stakeholders and a one-on-one interview with the new project lead for the Department of Enterprise Services, Ann Larson....more25minPlay
November 02, 2023K-12 Seismic Risks from November 1, 2023An update on the state effort to address hundreds of seismically vulnerable school buildings before the next big earthquake....more25minPlay
FAQs about The IMPACT:How many episodes does The IMPACT have?The podcast currently has 180 episodes available.