Trending Northwest Podcast

Why is a vibrant art scene so important? Erin and Melissa chat with General and Artistic Director Dawn Wolski of Inland Northwest Opera about how she got her start in opera, what we can expect from INO in 2022, and why art is so critical to a vibrant, growing community.

In our first episode in the new year, Erin and Melissa chat about what a wild year 2021 was, reflect on their most impactful Trending Spokane episodes, share successes and make (a few!) predictions for 2022. Thank you to everyone who supported and listened to Trending Spokane in 2021 - we can't wait to make an even better and bigger season in 2022!

We love supporting local nonprofits around Spokane, and in this episode, we’re chatting with the incredible powerhouse Sather Gowdy. You may have heard of Heal Spokane and their work in the community with Love Notes or supporting local families at Christmastime. In this episode, Erin and Melissa chat with Sather about what inspired him to become a public defender, start Heal Spokane - and you won’t want to miss what he has to say about mental health care and its impact on recidivism!!

Have you ever needed a scan or ultrasound for a mass or lump your doctor found concerning? It can be scary and overwhelming. Luckily, here in the Inland Northwest, we have a friendly, compassionate imaging center: Inland Imaging. In this episode, Dr. Amy Henkel of Inland Imaging helps us learn about ways that we can ensure that we are doing all we can in being proactive about breast cancer and saving lives.

In this episode, we have the privilege of interviewing the Editor in Chief at Spokane Coeur d’Alene Living Magazine and former Spokesman-Review writer Megan Rowe about how she got started as a writer, her vision as Editor in Chief, and the stories she thinks need to be told about our area. Plus, you absolutely won't want to miss the unbelievable-yet-true story she shares with us at the end!

What inspires incredible chefs like Austin Conklin of Inland Pacific Kitchen and CJ Callahan of Hogwash Whiskey Den? You won't believe Austin's answer! If you want to hear from some of the most incredible, innovative chefs in Spokane, you won't want to miss this wide-ranging interview with Austin and CJ, where we cover their favorite meals, drinks and so much more.

We love supporting local artists in Spokane, and in this episode, we’re excited to talk to the illustrious Megan Perkins! You’ve probably seen her beautiful work around Spokane and maybe not known it - she’s known for her beautiful watercolor paintings of Spokane landmarks, including Manito Park, Gonzaga University, and many more. Megan has exhibited in many venues in the Spokane region including the Chase Gallery, Terrain, Jundt Art Museum and more. She is a member at Pottery Place Plus, and teaches at the Spokane Art School, NW Museum of Art and Culture, and Corbin Art Center.

Today, we’ll chat with her about what inspires her, a recent mentorship opportunity she received - and you won’t want to miss what she has to say about the Spokane painting scene!

On this special episode of the Trending Spokane podcast, we’ll be interviewing a series of guests running for office in Spokane. Our guest is Zack Zappone who is running to represent District 3 for Spokane City Council.

In this episode, we talk about Zack’s plans for District 3 including increasing housing stability, aiding in public safety and improving infrastructure for the city. You won’t want to miss hearing about how Zack is a sixth-generation Spokanite and how he plans to bring his education from Princeton and Georgetown to improve the city.

Learn more about Zack and get involved in his campaign here: https://zackzappone.com/

On this special episode of the Trending Spokane podcast, we’ll be interviewing a series of guests running for office in Spokane. Our first guest is Naghmana Sherazi who is running to represent District 1 for Spokane City Council.

In this episode, we talk about what brought Naghmana to Spokane, her priorities for District 1, and her vision for the future of Spokane. You won’t want to miss hearing Naghmana’s story and how she envisions the future of Spokane!

Learn more about Naghmana and get involved in her campaign: https://www.peoplefornaghmana.com/

In this episode, Erin and Melissa talk with Chris Deitz, community director for Spokane with Big Table, about the overwhelming challenges faced by the hospitality industry both pre- and post-2020. Chris shares the mission of Big Table, how hospitality workers can get access to assistance, and how we can support Big Table's mission.  

Learn more about Big Table: https://big-table.com/Get your tickets TODAY for Big Table Eats Around the World!: https://event.auctria.com/319de2e5-ec8e-4a2c-bdf5-6bbe88ff2b13/