Remember when youth sports used to be, you know... fun? Sports can feel so competitive these days. Luckily, the Snohomish Sports Dome is fostering a place that is community-centered and centered around sportsmanship. We caught up with owner Jamie Bialek to talk about Snohomish as a big-time soccer destination and what the forthcoming global soccer games in Seattle could mean for small businesses in surrounding cities.
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Another week in October, another farm!
This week we visit reindeer, yaks, donkeys, and highland cattle at Luckie Farms. Owners Scott and Tara encourage us to follow our dreams (whatever they may be) and perhaps invest in farmland. A “moo”-ving experience, to be sure.
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Craven Farm is not the type of place to scare yourself silly. Rather, it’s a family-friendly autumn wonderland that’s been making heartfelt memories since 1983. Kimi and Brian Chadwick lovingly curate all of the seasonal festivities on their farm at the foot of Lord Hill in Snohomish, Washington.
Join us as we send out a live dis-PATCH (get it?) from down on the farm.
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Soccer—the world’s game—is exploding in the U.S., with the 2026 World Cup bringing six matches just miles from Snohomish County. Right in the middle of the action, Snohomish is home to a new pre-professional club: the Snohomish United. Fresh off its inaugural USL2 season, the team is led by Anthony Sardon, longtime coach, former Seattle U assistant, national champion, and hall of famer.
Today we’re talking to Sardon about the Big Game and how Snohomish, WA is turning into a major soccer destination.
Goooooaaaaallll! ⚽️
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We’re back from summer break! And we’re telling stories from Everett’s past. We talk about fingers getting cut off, union riots, Rosie the Riveters, and the only building in the world that can fit all of Disneyland inside (take a guess).
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Remember how we said we were taking the summer off? Oops – bonus episode with our friend Nigel! You’re welcome. 🫠
There are people in life who do one thing really really well. They find their niche early, lock into their path, and flourish in their chosen lane. Other folks find that they’re good at several things. Jacks of all trades. Swiss army knives, so to speak.
Nigel Lindsey is such a renaissance man. It seems like each time we talk to him he's doing something new. Whether it’s starting his own craft cocktail service company, packaging said craft cocktails for sale during Covid (smart move), getting into finance, serving as vice chair of the Snohomish County NAACP, or coordinating a campaign for mayor, Nigel seems to always be thinking a few steps ahead, thinking on a broader scope.
Which makes conversations with him interesting – we feel like we always come away challenged to think about how we can be more involved in our community, more active in causes we believe in, and more aware of using our skills to their full capacities. We think you’ll be inspired, too! 🤩
Today we’ll talk with Nigel about his different endeavors and how they all work together to funnel value into our community of Snohomish County, making it an even better place to live and visit.
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Context is everything.
Once, the Washington Territory was seen as untamed wilderness—at least through the eyes of European settlers. With a pioneer mindset, they arrived ready to conquer nature and build civilization. But the land was never as wild as they believed. Indigenous tribes had long managed the forests and rivers of what we now call Washington State.
The arrival of settlers brought more than homesteads. Vast old-growth forests were felled. Wildlife once hunted for survival was soon hunted for sport. Apex predators like grizzlies and wolves—viewed as threats to livestock—were wiped out regionally.
Yet, ironically, those same animals became cultural icons. School mascots, barroom trophies, symbols of the untamed spirit of the Northwest—totemic, powerful, ever-present in the background of our identity.
By the 1970s, a new mindset took root. The environmental movement reshaped how people saw nature—not as something to conquer, but something to protect. It was the era of puffer vests, external frame backpacks, and a growing awareness that we’re just one part of a much bigger system.
Enter Conservation Northwest, founded in the late '80s. Their mission: connect landscapes, restore wildlife, and protect the region’s natural heritage. From the Washington Coast to the BC Rockies, they’re champions of wildlands and the creatures that call them home.
Today, we’re talking with Kurt Hellmann, who works at the intersection of outdoor recreation and wildlife conservation. If you’ve spent time in the backcountry, you know the importance of things like stashing food properly or giving goats, elk, deer and other critters space. Kurt’s job is helping people enjoy the outdoors responsibly—so that every species, human and otherwise, can thrive.
It’s a mindset we fully support—as residents, and stewards, of the incredible natural resources of Snohomish County.
Today on the pod: Kurt Hellman of Conservation NW talks animal safety and conservation.
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Our guest today is Rachel Gardner, a creative, entrepreneur, vinyl record collector, and Edmonds, WA arts enthusiast. Rachel owns the city’s only record shop, Musicology Co., which opened in 2024.
So, what makes Rachel unique? In addition to playing bass guitar in a couple local bands and running the only woman-owned record shop in Snohomish County and only one of five in the entire state of Washington, Rachel is a fierce advocate for empowering women and underrepresented people in the vinyl industry. She has an active role as a board member of a national powerhouse nonprofit called Women in Vinyl.
Musicology Co. is a reflection of Rachel’s deep connection to music and the arts. Music lovers can browse the shop’s expansive collection of new and used vinyl, CD’s, and cassettes, but the shop also doubles as a creative space that aims to amplify inclusivity and local artistry right in the heart of the Edmonds Creative District.
We are excited to chat with Rachel today about music, the amazing creativity in Edmonds, and it’s like to be one of the few women working and succeeding in such a male-heavy industry. You can learn more about Rachel and Musicology Co. by checking out our recent blog featuring this one-of-a-kind record shop and its fearless owner. Enjoy!
When you think of the word “home,” what comes to mind?
Home can be a person or people, a feeling, a memory. Home is a state of mind, and it’s rooted in giving us a sense of comfort, security, and belonging.
Wil Johnson, Snohomish County’s Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer, has made it his mission to help people feel at home in SnoCo. As head honcho of the county’s Office of Social Justice, Wil and his team are committed to bringing equity and inclusion to the forefront of our minds by promoting access, opportunity, and belonging.
DEI has been a hot topic issue in our nation as of late, and as an expert in the field who has spent his entire professional career advocating for social justice, Wil is doing his part to ensure anyone who lives, works, or plays in Snohomish County feels welcome.
You might also be surprised to know that Wil his very own podcast called the At-homish Podcast, which centers on fostering inclusive spaces where everyone belongs.
We are excited to chat with Wil today about DEI, podcasting, and how we can all do our part to help others feel at home in Snohomish County.
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The premise of this episode is pretty simple: what if the answer to our current and future climate crisis is 200 years old and naturally sequesters carbon?
We've got that here.
Let's take a field trip with John Moon from the Department of Natural Resources.
This week on the podcast, we’re diving into the sounds that shape our seaside towns—featuring none other than Ryan Crowther, aka “RC.” Around here, RC isn’t just a familiar face—he’s the connector, one degree away from nearly everyone in the county.
Best known for founding the Everett Music Initiative (EMI), RC has helped turn Everett into a vibrant music hub. From iconic events like Rock the Boat and Music at the Marina to the powerhouse Fisherman’s Village Music Festival, EMI has brought acts like Digable Planets, Kevin Morby, and Built to Spill to reimagined venues all over downtown Everett and along the waterfront.
And he’s not stopping there—RC’s latest project, the Edmonds Block Party, is set to make waves too. We talk with him about how Everett and Edmonds are emerging as must-visit destinations for music lovers across the region.
🎧 Tune in for a conversation with the man behind the music, and get a behind-the-scenes look at how community, creativity, and connection come together to make this local scene something special.
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First and foremost, Gregr is a person.
For over 15 years, Greg Shishman has been cracking wise and spinning the top hits in alternative music for Seattle’s Alt Rock station, 107.7 The End. He's lived in Snohomish County while reaching millions of listeners through the airwaves.
Gregr is a wealth of knowledge on all things music, and he spent lots of time chatting it up with some of the biggest names in the industry. Not to mention his public passion for Rubik's cubes, karate, and all things nerdy.
But behind the persona is... himself. He believes in fostering meaningful human relationships through modern media and, above all, not taking ourselves too seriously. A perfect lesson for our times.
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Aw shucks! We care a heap about sustainable food here in the Pacific Northwest. Luckily, we have some of the freshest waters, as indicated by the health of the lowly (yet oh so delicious) oyster.
This week we wade into a conversation with Lissa James Monberg, Vice President of Shellfish at Hama Hama Oysters. Lissa's family has been stewarding the waters of the Salish Sea for six generations, tending to a microclimate that breeds some of the freshest bivalves you've ever dipped into cocktail sauce.
We'll talk shellfish biology, sustainable farming practices, proper shucking technique (for the "oyster curious") and discuss why the lowly geoduck... isn't a duck at all. 😳
You don't need to be a supertaster to slurp up this convo... bon appetit!
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Have you ever loved something a little too much? Maybe a pair of jeans that was worn threadbare and beyond repair. Or a pair of sneakers that finally fell apart from too many miles.
Nature can be kind of like that. Too much love and human visitation can wear down that which centuries of natural processes have worked to build.
Today we're talking to Jennie Thwing Flaming and Craig Romano from The Washington State Hiking Podcast. Their podcast name says it all – these are the experts on local trails. Craig is an award-winning author who has written more than two dozen trail guidebooks, most with Mountaineers Books. Jennie is a Washington native who has enjoyed local hikes her entire life.
Together they provide practical and timely seasonal hiking advice for hikers, trail runners, and potential hikers of all skill and ability levels.
That means you!
Ready to hike? Let's goooooooo
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Grant Harrington is the founder of the Snohomish Running Company. His organization puts on beloved races like the Milltown Marathon (also a half marathon and 10K), the Evergreen Half Marathon on the Centennial Trail, the Snohomish River Run, and more. These events are branded in a fun way, and they have swag, and they’re just a blast.
Today we’ll talk to Grant about why you (yes you!) should run in the Pacific Northwest: how to get started, what sort of gear you need, when to sign up for forthcoming races, and more. Take a listen as we lace up our vintage Nike waffle shoes and take a dash into the world of PNW racing... with Grant Harrington.
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The world is a pretty serious place these days, and there are few ways to better overcome it all than with a good laugh. And we don’t mean an LOL response to a kind of funny text message from a friend. We're talking about the gut-busting, fall-out-of-your-seat kind of laugh that cleanses your soul (and maybe even your sinuses).
As the producer of Everett Comedy Night, which has been bringing high-profile comedy acts to sold out crowds in Snohomish County for nearly a decade, Everett’s resident funny man, Cory Michaelis, is on a mission to help make laughter part of your daily ritual—and that’s no laughing matter!
Cory is a former high school teacher turned professional comedian who earns a passing grade—and a living—in making people laugh. The proof? His Dry Bar Comedy special, “Bad Teacher,” has amassed over 60 million views and counting, and his debut album, “The Collage Dropout,” charted at #2 on iTunes and Billboard the week it was released.
Cory's resume includes headlining comedy clubs throughout the US and Canada and opening for big name acts, including comedy legend and actor, and not to mention his mentor, the late, great Louie Anderson. He was also featured on season two of Netflix’s “Huge in France,” with French comedian Gad Elmaleh.
We are excited to chat with Cory today to learn more about his brand of comedy, what the comedy scene in Snohomish County is like and makes Everett Comedy Night so special.
This one is sure to be hoot!
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Travel is a great way to get out of your element and discover the world around you. It offers opportunities to learn about other cultures and to go on adventures that you never knew were possible. In other words, traveling can take you out of your comfort zone.
However, this sentiment can be a huge point of contention for many travelers, including people of color. When traveling to new places, minorities tend to be more aware of their surroundings out of necessity for their own safety.
Personal safety remains a top concern for travelers of marginalized communities, so we are going to discuss the importance of inclusive travel with a local married couple who explore the region, the nation and the world--evaluating each of their experiences in hopes of inspiring change and advocating for safe and welcoming travel environments.
Traveling While Black is the moniker of travel experts Anthony and Marlie Love, whose series, “Traveling While Black with Anthony and Marlie,” showcases their passion for travel. The show also serves as a guide for others who are interested in exploring and enjoying places where they might not see many people who look like them. The show streams on FOX Soul every Saturday evening at 5 pm pacific time.
We are excited to spend some time with Anthony and Marlie to learn more about their series, their adventures and their bucket list destinations for traveling while Black in Snohomish County. Enjoy!
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Nick is the newest member of our tourism team. As a local, he knows all of the places you *should* be visiting when you come to Everett, WA.
From food trucks and festivals to aviation and one-of-a-kind pop culture experiences, there is always something to discover in Everett, WA. The waterfront is a can’t-miss, boasting the largest public marina on the West Coast. Enjoy a great meal, hop the ferry or take a paddle to Jetty Island, beachcomb, or explore the miles of waterfront trails.
On this pod episode... all things Everett.
Cheers!
Farmers markets: we have so many questions. Like, why is "farmers" not possessive? Where did the apostrophe go? Who does the market belong to?
But seriously, local, organic food is important. However, the conversation around it can sometimes feel overly moralizing or shaming, especially given the high stakes. Modern food production impacts local ecosystems, global environments, and involves issues like factory farming, carbon emissions, fair trade, and pesticides.
It’s a lot to unpack.
That’s why having nearly a dozen farmers markets in Snohomish County is a great thing. They make fresh, quality food accessible, and many accept SNAP and WIC, helping low-income and disabled individuals access fairly grown food.
Today, we’re talking with Sarah Dylan Jensen, host of The Market Maven podcast (definitely check it out). Sarah manages the ever-popular Snohomish Farmers Market, which is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year. We wanted to speak with her because this is such a timely topic.
We're also joined today by my creative colleague and new guy on the tourism team, Nick Shekeryk. Thanks, Nick!
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Meet the APEX Art & Cultural Center. It’s a historic building on the corner of Everett and Wetmore Avenues. The massive brick edifice is filled with Masonic lodge/ghost vibes. For years it was abandoned, and I always wondered what was going on in there...
A couple of years ago a guy named John Carswell bought this building. You’ll meet John in this podcast. He has spent years acquiring American graffiti art. He claims that his DogTown Collection, as it’s called, is the single largest graffiti art collection in the world.
As somebody who is a fan of quality vintage architecture (don’t get me started on the topic of timeless value of old growth timber) I was dying to see inside this building. I’ve heard it’s incredible.
So, I reached out to John and his PR representative Sherry Jennings to see if I could get a tour.
Join us as we walk through worlds of history and cuisine, architecture and urban art in the heart of downtown Everett, WA. There’s a lot going on at APEX!
Along the way we’ll hear John’s story, how he got into the art game, and why he thinks Everett is currently positioned in the "sweet spot" for up-and-coming artists.
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