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- Today16 min
A Seattle immigration lawyer reacts to green card application policy changes
The green card application process has become more confusing in recent weeks.In May, the Trump administration sent out a memo saying applicants inside the U.S. would need to leave the country and apply from their home country. The change could have affected tens of thousands of Washington residents, some of whom have waited years to complete the last step to become a U.S. citizen. But then, the week following that announcement – the Trump administration appeared to partially walk back the change.The back-to-back announcements panicked many hoping to get their green cards. A lot of unanswered questions remain, so Soundside spoke with a Seattle immigration attorney about how she's working through this moment. Guest Tahmina Watson, founding immigration lawyer with Watson Immigration Law Related LinksActually, Most Immigrants Won’t Need to Leave U.S. to Get Green Cards, D.H.S. Says - The New York Times Stephen Miller’s New Attack on Green-Card Applicants Is Simply a Scare Tactic - SlateWhat Trump’s dramatic green card announcement means for WA - The Seattle Times'Confusion and uncertainty.' Washington green card hopefuls react to new policy hurdle - KUOWThank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Today17 min
Former Councilmember Cathy Moore on Aurora Avenue North, public safety, and SOAP orders
Aurora Avenue North has been the site of escalating gun violence that police say is driven by sex trafficking. Last week, Mayor Katie Wilson, City Attorney Erika Evans, and Council President Joy Hollingsworth held a news conference to announce next steps. They include using civil orders to take guns away from sex traffickers and closing side streets. Hanging over all of this is whether the city should use stay out of areas of prostitution or SOAP law. Guest: Former Seattle City Council member and King County Superior Court Judge Cathy Moore Relevant Links: KUOW: How three key players view the narrative about sex work and gun violence on Aurora Avenue Seattle Times: Seattle moves to take guns from traffickers on Aurora as mayor closes streets Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Today15 min
Researchers at the UW are using concrete vibrators to kill pesky shrimp. Why?
Burrowing Shrimp dig into the sand and make tunnels underground. In doing so they kick up about a handful of sand up to the surface everyday, and bury clams and oysters. That’s a problem for shellfish farmers. Researchers at the University of Washington found a new way to get rid of the pests with the help of concrete vibrators. Guests: Jennifer Ruesink, a biology professor at the University of Washington and the senior author of a recent paper on the technique. Ken Wiegardt, a 5th generation oyster grower with Jolly Roger Oysters in Willapa Bay. Links: A new method could help Washington shellfish farmers control a pesky shrimp - UW News Immobilization of Burrowing Shrimp (Neotrypaea californiensis) by Vibrocompaction as a Pest Control Strategy for Shellfish Farms - Journal of Shellfish Research Shellfish growers’ request to use neonicotinoid pesticide too risky for Washington’s environment - Department of Ecology of Washington State Jennifer L. Ruesink - University of Washington See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Yesterday23 min
Why people in Seattle are converting to Catholicism
Even in one of the U.S.'s most non-religious areas, early data suggests more people in the Seattle area are converting to Roman Catholicism. The archdiocese of Seattle keeps tallies on catechumens, which refers to a person who will be baptized, confirmed and receive Holy Communion. In 2026, the archdiocese already reports over 1070 catechumens, across more than 130 parishes, a 17 percent increase over last year and a 40 percent increase since 2024. We spoke with a handful of recent converts to Catholicism from around the Seattle area about why each of them converted, and what role faith plays in their lives now.GuestKevin Brown, Graduate Program director and a lecturer in the Department of Religious Studies at Gonzaga University. He also currently serves as the editor of the Proceedings of the Catholic Theological Society of America. Related LinksRoman Catholic Churches See a Surge of New Converts - The New York TimesNational Rise in Catholicism Conversions Makes its Way to the Puget Sound - The Seattle SpectatorThank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Yesterday25 min
Front Page: World Cup, Aurora Ave N, and THE HEAT!
Every week we talk about the most fascinating stories in the news and what they say about the Pacific Northwest. We call it Front Page. It’s our chance to talk about the latest news with a rotation of plugged-in journalists and guests, taking a look at the headlines from the weekend and the stories that we'll be following as the week moves forward. Guest: Soundside Producer Maleeha Syed Related Links: Was the World Cup win over Paraguay the best in USMNT history? At Gonzaga, a glimpse of Salah and a city's day of wonder After Somali referee denied entry, Seattle organization returns World Cup tickets Seattle moves to take guns from traffickers on Aurora as mayor closes streets WA weather: Highs in Seattle area could touch 90 on World Cup game day Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 5 days ago11 min
Celebrating the Stimson-Green Mansion's 125th Birthday
If you’ve ever walked around First Hill in Seattle, you might have noticed the Stimson Green Mansion on the corner of Seneca and Minor Avenue. The house is celebrating its 125th year. It used to be home to some of the most influential and first families of Seattle. Guest: Chris Moore - Executive Director of the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation Abby Armato - Public Programs Specialist of the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation Related Links: Stimson-Green Mansion - Washington Trust for Historic Preservation Stimson-Green Mansion - History Link Joshua Green - History Link First Hill Park - First Hill Improvement Association See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 5 days ago23 min
KC Exec Zahilay has ambitious goals, first he wants the county to rebuild trust
For the first time in 16 years, a new King County Executive gave a state of the county address. Executive Girmay Zahilay was in Federal Way last night to outline the work he has done in his first six months in office and look forward to what he plans to accomplish in the next 3 and a half years of his term. Zahilay spoke about new investments in childcare, homelessness, and mental healthcare, amid the rapidly shifting federal environment over the last year and a half. He also acknowledged the need to build trust after recent troubling audits looking into KCRHA and the county’s Department of Community and Human Services. Guest: King County Executive Girmay Zahilay Relevant Links: Seattle Times: Zahilay wants more King County childcare funding, bus service, housing See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 5 days ago6 min
Soundside's Weekend Warmup - Pride Hockey, Viking Biking, and the Furry 5K
There's so much to do this weekend, so LET'S GET TO IT: LINKS: Salmon Bay FC vs FC Olympia - Public Radio Night! Brass Screw Consortium Seattle Pride Classic 2026 Pride Ice Skate Lifelong Pride Gala Washington Brewers Fest 2026 Beacon Arts Street Fairs Viking Tour – Poulsbo Rotary Club Furry 5K Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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